Category: Ingredients

Enzogenol pine bark extract is a dietary supplement and food ingredient produced by water extraction of Pinus radiata. Contents Benefits Cautions References Benefits Research shows that Enzogenol is effective in supporting concentration, attention and executive brain functions in healthy adults and children. Other benefits include: Children with ADHD and autism disorders – improved behaviour, concentration and […]

Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses To expel parasites As an antiseptic, diuretic, and skin reddener For water filtration To treat bladder problems, colds, coughs, influenza, kidney problems, migraine headache, joint and muscle problems, sores, and tuberculosis   Benefits Antioxidant-rich plants such as Monterey pine may offer protection against degenerative diseases and […]

ENERGYSMART® is a novel ingredient produced from a proprietary ratio of concentrated fruit juices and grain dextrin originally developed to be used in the place of refined sugars in a wide variety of food and confections. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses As a syrup or granular Protein bars Sports gels Energy shots Diabetic friendly […]

Dextrin is a sticky substance belonging to the group of intermediate products that results from the conversion of starch into sugars Contents Uses Benefits Cautions References Uses Dextrin is used as an ingredient in food processing or as food thickening agents. It prevents the crystallization of sugar. When added to foods like sauces and dressings, dextrin […]

D-mannose is a kind of sugar that is related to glucose. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Preventing urinary tract infections (UTIs) Treating inherited metabolic disorder Bladder infections Benefits Absorption of D-mannose Targets the Urinary Tract D-mannose is not metabolized like other sugars in the body, it does not alter blood sugar levels and the […]

Fructose is a natural simple sugar found in fruits, honey, and vegetables. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Other Names References Uses In its pure form, fructose has been used as a sweetener. It could be used in foods such as desserts, dairy products, and preserves Benefits Fructose is often recommended for diabetics because it does not […]

Dexpanthenol is a derivative of pantothenic acid, a B complex vitamin. Contents Uses Benefits Cautions Interactions Other Names References Uses Relieving dry skin Preventing and treating sore nipples during breast-feeding Promoting healing of burns and poorly-healing wounds It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Benefits This medication is used as a […]

DHEA is a hormone that is naturally made by the human body. The body uses DHEA to make androgens and estrogens, the male and female sex hormones. DHEA levels peak at about age 25, then go down steadily as you get older. DHEA is sold in the US without a prescription as a ‘nutritional supplement Contents Uses Benefits […]

Omega-3 is sourced 100% from wild anchovies and sardines harvested in pristine deep-sea waters.  Smaller fish are more sustainable for the ocean ecosystem and are a more direct source of omega-3 fatty acids. Contents Benefits References Benefits Cold-water anchovies are an abundant, renewable resource and therefore pose a minimal threat, if any, to the marine ecosystem as identified […]

The fertilized fish eggs ( in fish farms ) are called fish seed and they are part of pisciculture. Increasing fish seed production for cash generation has become an attractive option, especially as household seed and food fish needs are also met. Quality of fish seed can be upgraded by improving techniques used by hatcheries […]