Protecting Plants & People
It was once thought that carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals were the only nutrients necessary for optimal health but we know now that there is another group of nutrients that is necessary—phytonutrients.
Although it may sound high-tech, the word “phytonutrients” (from the Greek phyton for “plant”) simply means “nutrients from a plant”.
Phytonutrients are also referred to as “phytochemicals”. In plants, these chemical compounds give foods their colour, taste and smell. They also protect, fortify and strengthen plants. These same protective compounds that help keep plants healthy are passed along to us when we eat plant foods.
Studies have shown that eating foods rich in phytonutrients can help promote eye, bone, joint, and heart health, as well as support immune and brain function. These plant compounds help neutralize oxidants and maintain healthy cells. They do this by neutralizing unpaired electrons on potentially dangerous molecules. This chemical interaction stabilizes oxidants and keeps oxidative damage from taking place. Studies have shown consistently that there is a strong association in the reduction of the development of chronic diseases, such as cancer and cardiovascular disease when fruits and vegetables are regularly present in the diet.
Some phytonutrients work alone, others work in combination, and some seem to work in conjunction with other nutrients in food, such as vitamins. Eating a wide variety of fruits and vegetables is the best way to achieve all the potential benefits that phytonutrients offer.
The value of PHYTONUTRIENTS is one reason why the World Health Organization encourages the consumption of at least five cups of fruits and vegetables (400g) every day.
PROBLEM
The challenge is that globally 3 out of 4 adults do not meet the minimum recommended quantity and variety of fruits and vegetables and thus are not reaping the important health benefits provided by phytochemicals.
SOLUTION
If you are part of the majority of people who are not eating enough quantity and variety of fruits and vegetables in your diet, the simple solution is to consider phytonutrients supplements in your diet.
SUPER GREEN FOOD ++(SGF++)
SGF++ contains 27 active ingredients sourced from nature. It is rich in essential vitamins, minerals, enzymes, protein, beta carotene, chlorophyll, essential fatty acids and antioxidants. The nutrients found in SGF++ work synergistically together to provide the following benefits:
- Improve digestion
- Prevent free radical damage
- Support lymphatic health
- Boost the immune system
- Enable the growth of good bacteria
- Reduce inflammation
SGF++ is great for adults, children, teenagers, vegetarians and the elderly. That’s right! It is suitable for the whole family!
SPIRULINA
Spirulina provides a balanced array of nutrients. It has a soft cell wall, so its nutrients are easy-to-digest and easily absorbed by the body.
NewLife™’s Spirulina is richer in chlorophyll than alfalfa or wheatgrass and is loaded with many other organic minerals that are essential to health.
Spirulina is known to:
- Boost energy levels and help with energy release.
- Inhibit allergy-triggering histamines with its anti-inflammatory properties.
- Significantly reduce blood cholesterol, triglycerides and LDL cholesterol.
- Balance hormones in both men and women.
COLLASTA
Collasta is an anti-aging complex, engineered for health and beauty. It contains hydrolyzed marine collagen and is further enhanced with a blend of age-defying super antioxidants, including astaxanthin, grape seed, green tea, pine bark, lycopene and mangosteen extract, as well as a prebiotic (fructooligosaccharide).
The hydrolyzed marine collagen and antioxidants work together to provide the following benefits:
- Combats what may be one of the main causes of most chronic diseases—free-radical damage.
- Firms and clears skin with improved tone and moisture retention.
- Improves tissue regeneration, wound healing and injury recovery.
- Healthy hair and nails.
- Healthier immune system.
- Reduced risk of heart attack and stroke.
- Enhanced physical endurance, energy and vitality.
- Stronger joints and connective tissues.
- Improves eye and brain health.
- Prevention of macular degeneration and blindness due to aging.
Incorporating Phytonutrients into Your Diet
Each product mentioned in this article can be taken on its own. For optimal results, we recommend taking more than one of these every day. Phytonutrients are particularly important if your diet is low in fresh fruits and vegetables and if you fit into one of the following categories:
- Fitness enthusiasts who exercise regularly
- Busy people who struggle to have healthy meals
- Students or those in stressful occupations
- Frequent travellers
- Those who are fasting or on a detoxification programme
- Those who have poor digestion
- Those who eat processed and refined foods
- Those who are unable to consume solid food due to an illness or injury
- Those who want to enjoy anti-aging effects