{"title":"Source Naturals","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"bromelain","title":"Bromelain","description":"\u003cp\u003eSource Naturals Bromelain. Pineapple Enzyme. Bromelain is an enzyme from the pineapple plant which accelerates the breakdown of protein. It is active in a wide pH range and can function in the acidic environment of the stomach. Bromelain may also assist the body in its response to physical stress. 500mg per Capsule or 2,000 GDU per gram. GDU or Gelatin Digesting Units is a standard measure of activity for bromelain. 30 Capsules\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBromelain has many health benefits.  It inhibits platelet aggregation and helps break down fibrinogen, which may assist with high blood pressure and arterial plaque reduction.  Bromelain inhibits the production of pro inflammatory prostaglandins, it has anti microbial properties, especially useful for infections of the intestinal tract. It is a natural protease inhibitor and has also been used in people with AIDS.  Its use may benefit those with food or chemical sensitivities and chronic candidiasis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBromelain, derived from the pineapple plant Annas Cosmosus (Bromeliaceae) works as an proteolytic, anti-inflammatory enzyme, which has a fibrinolytic activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eServing Size: 1 Capsule: Bromelain (2,000 G.D.U. per gram) 500 mg. Other Ingredients: gelatin (Capsule) and magnesium stearate. Contains NO yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, soy or wheat.  Contains no sugar, starch, salt, preservatives, or artificial colour, flavour or fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDosage\u003c\/h4\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eSuggested Use:\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eFor breakdown of proteins - 1 Capsule with a meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor physical stress - 1 Capsule three times daily, between meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eKeep out of reach of Children. If you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or breastfeeding, consult your health care professional before using this product.  Bromelain promotes the action of warfarin, so do not take together. Care if on antibiotics, as Bromelain increases the absorption of most antibiotics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMore Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBromelain provides 500 mg of bromelain per capsule, a natural enzyme complex from pineapple stem. It is commonly used for protein digestion and is also popular for recovery, soft tissue comfort and support for a healthy inflammatory response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause bromelain is an enzyme, the listed activity matters as much as the weight. In Bromelain, the 2,000 GDU per gram activity helps show that it is intended as an active enzyme product. If you want a simple bromelain supplement without extra herbs or joint ingredients, this keeps the focus on the enzyme itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Bromelain mainly used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is mainly used for digestion, especially protein digestion, and for general recovery and soft tissue comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is enzyme activity important in Bromelain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnzyme activity tells you how active the bromelain is. That is useful because two bromelain products with the same milligram amount can still differ in strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat am I getting from Bromelain besides the enzyme?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou are mainly getting bromelain itself with a simple capsule base. It is a straightforward single-ingredient style product.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Source Naturals","offers":[{"title":"30 Capsules","offer_id":39874218655853,"sku":"SCN001","price":20.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/4681\/4573\/products\/2dc044ef-b88c-4563-ac88-069ff9d3f2dc_24308356-a903-4f0f-b17c-3a837d5e200a.jpg?v=1734664260"},{"product_id":"l-arginine-500-mg","title":"L-Arginine 500 mg","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe amino acid L- Arginine, is a semi-essential amino acid that plays an important role in cell division. It helps support the immune system, growth hormone and sperm production, ammonia detoxification and fat metabolism. It also maintains the body's normal physiology to recover from wounds and build muscle. It is an important factor in muscle metabolism and works to transport, store and excrete nitrogen. It is a precursor for nitric oxide, which promotes increased circulation by relaxed blood vessels. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL-Arginine as a sports supplement...\u003cbr\u003e As with most sport supplements, there have been only a few properly designed studies to evaluate the effects of arginine on performance. In some of these trials, a significant increase in strength has been observed. Some earlier studies were conducted which were unable to demonstrate an effect of oral arginine on growth hormone. It is clear however from the studies that under some circumstances oral arginine can influence the secretion of growth hormone. The doses required will be of the order of 30 grams per day in an adult.\u003cbr\u003e An increase in energy about 15 to 20 minutes after taking preparations containing significant levels of arginine is a common observation which athletes have noticed. The basis of this effect is probably through increases in blood glucose and increased uptake of glucose into the cell. The possible mechanisms for this include the use of arginine as an alternative energy source through transamination, an increase in excretion rate of insulin without a concomitant inhibition in glucagon activity and a decrease in plasma ammonia levels through stimulation of urea production.\u003cbr\u003e Arginine, since it is a major precursor of creatine, would be expected to cause elevated levels of creatine in muscles. Preparations containing arginine in combination with methionine and glycine the other creatine precursors have been used to provide energy - these products might be expected to work via the two mechanisms set out above - namely increased plasma glucose levels and increased muscle creatine concentration. The recent findings that the protein synthesis rate in muscles post exercise is dependant on elevating amino acid supply to the muscle may point to another use for arginine in relation to sport and another reason for the effects that have been anecdotally reported by many different athletes.\u003cbr\u003e Arginine has been shown in many of the studies to increase peripheral circulation, thus, if it is given in conjunction with other preparations which can elevate the plasma levels of amino acids, it will maximise the beneficial effects of exercise on increasing muscle size.\u003cbr\u003e Arginine as a precursor for nitric oxide (NO)...\u003cbr\u003e Perhaps the most important function of arginine is to act as a precursor for nitric oxide (NO). Arginine is converted to citrulline under the influence of NO synthase with the resulting production of NO. The effects of NO in the body are widely varied and have implications in many major diseases.\u003cbr\u003e The amino acid is essential for the conversion of ammonia, a toxic product of protein metabolism, to the non-toxic and easily excreted compound urea. It can also act as a precursor for the synthesis of GABA, a neurotransmitter in the brain. Arginine can increase the secretion of insulin, glucagon and growth hormone. Arginine can also increase the secretion of gastrin, a hormone which, in turn causes the secretion of gastric acid and pepsin, essential for normal digestion. In the immune system, it has been demonstrated that arginine can enhance T-lymphocyte response in humans, while anti-tumour effects have been observed in animals.\u003cbr\u003e Arginine is also a precursor in the synthesis of the polyamines spermine and spermidine. An increase in sperm count has been observed in subjects with oligospermia (low sperm count) when arginine intake has been increased.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eL-Arginine has been shown to cause retardation of tumours and cancer, aid in liver detoxification, assist in the release of growth hormones and maintenance of a healthy immune system, detoxifies ammonia, increases sperm count in males, and aids in kidney disorders and trauma. Scar tissue that forms during wound healing has a high arginine content.\u003cbr\u003e This amino acid is needed for protein synthesis and for optimum growth. An increase in muscle mass and a reduction of body fat occurs in the presence of L-arginine. It also helps increase production of collagen, and is good for liver disorders such as cirrhosis of the liver and fatty liver. Arginine, through formation in Nitric Oxide, is necessary for initiation and maintenance of penile erections. Long term oral administration improves erectile function in aging men.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 1 Capsule contains L-Arginine 500mg. Also contains Calcium 47mg. Other ingredients: Gelatin (Capsule), dibasic calcium phosphate, colloidal silicon dioxide and magnesium stearate. Hypoallergenic. Contains no yeast, dairy, egg, gluten, corn, soy or wheat. Contains no sugar, starch, salt, preservatives, or artificial colours, flavours or fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDosage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eADULTS: Take 2 Capsules, 1 to 3 times daily, between meals or as professionally prescribed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep out of reach of children. Not suitable for children except with medical advice. Should NOT BE taken during pregnancy and lactation. Individuals with herpes and other viral infections should not take arginine supplements, because arginine seems to promote the viral growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMore Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eL-Arginine 500 mg provides the amino acid arginine, which is involved in nitric oxide production. Nitric oxide helps relax blood vessels, which is why arginine is often used for circulation support and exercise performance support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArginine is also involved in protein metabolism and several normal body processes including wound healing and immune function. 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