TERRANOVA - Nettle Root Lycopene & Zinc Complex - 50 Capsules Terra Nova Nettle Root Lycopene & Zinc Complex is ascientifically-based formulation of nutrients with highly active, whole andunadulterated superfoods and botanicals. Nettle Root Nettle is also rich in various nutrients that are involved in healthyprostate function and hormonal balance. Avena Sativa (Green Oat Seed) Oat seeds (in their milk stage) have historically been regarded as oneof the most valuable male health tonics. While a remarkably high content ofzinc (which inhibits the conversion of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone)undoubtedly one of the reasons for the health benefits, milky oat seed alsocontains various phytonutrients which may support prostate and overall malehealth. Pumpkin Seed Pumpkin seeds have a high content of zinc, as well as being a goodsource of copper, the most important nutrient to keep in proper balance withzinc. The seeds also provide fatty acids which complement the role of zinc. Prickly Pear Flower Excessive activity of the enzymes 5-alpha reductase and aromatase isantagonistic to prostate health. Stabilised Rice Bran (SRB) SRB is perhaps the most potent natural source of beta sitosterol Parsley Leaf In addition to its historical use as a tonic for urinary system health,parsley provides an abundance of protective flavonoids - especially apigenin,which has been the subject of a much scientific interest regarding itspotential role in prostate health. Cornsilk Like parsley, cornsilk has been used historically to maintain thehealth of the urinary tract. Although much of this is associated with thecontent of maizenic acid, there are various other constituents that may besupportive as well. Acai Berry Acai berries provide a good source various micronutrients that mayhelp maintain healthy prostate function, such as zinc and vitamin E. However,an even greater focus on acai regarding prostate health is associated withthe remarkably high concentration of plant sterols and the wide range ofantioxidant flavonoids and carotenoids. Watercress The glucosinolate compounds in watercress have drawn a great deal ofscienfic attention with regards to prostate health. This under-ratedsuperfood is also abundant in powerful and protective antioxidant flavonoidsand carotenoids. Sea Buckthorn Berry & Leaf Numerous constituents within sea buckthorn possess research-provenproperties that are relevant to maintaining healthy prostate function. Thecarotenoid lycopene, several types of antioxidant flavonoids, omega 3 fattyacids and vitamins C and E are the most notable examples. What Is MAGNIFOOD? Each Terranova nutritional product is enhanced with its ownsynergistic complex of botanicals and phytonutrient-rich foods, calledMagnifood. Magnifood ingredients are combined in a manner which enhances thebody's biochemical environment in order to maximise the potential benefits ofthe product's vitamins, minerals and/or other nutrients. Many of the plantsused in Magnifood are fresh freeze dried. Research shows that fresh freeze dryinghas the unique ability to retain a plant's enzymes, and is shown to besuperior to other drying methods in terms of activity, stability, solubilityand preservation of a plant's original fresh chemistry (as it was when theplant was harvested). MAGNIFOOD Advantages: Enhancing absorption,bioavailability, utilisation, activity, stability, function and effect of theproduct's nutrients. Providing synergistic enzymes and co-factors crucial to theutilisation and functions of the product's nutrients. Providing a vast array of phytonutrients that enhance the potentialfunctions and/or applications of the product. Providing ingredients which enhance the overall content of vitamins,minerals and other nutrients in the product. Protecting ingredients from oxidative damage, helping to support thestability and activity of the product's nutrients. Directions for use: As a food supplement for adults, take 1 or 2 capsules daily with food.Do not exceed stated dose unless directed by a healthcare practitioner. Ingredients: Two capsules provide: MAGNIFOOD Complex 900mg -Providing Nettle Root (fresh freeze dried) 250mg Milky Green Oat Seed (fresh freeze dried) 200mg Prickly Pear Cactus Flower 100mg Pumpkin Seed 100mg Stabilised Rice Bran 100mg Parsley Leaf (fresh freeze dried) 50mg Cornsilk 25mg Acai Berry (fresh freeze dried) 25mg Watercress (fresh freeze dried) 25mg Sea Buckthorn Berry/Leaf (fresh freeze dried) 25mg Vegetarian Capsule Shell 236mg Lycopene 15mg Zinc (as bisglycinate) 10mg Larch Tree Arabinogalactan 2.75mg Selenium (as selenomethionine) 50mcg