SmartSox Pellets

SmartSox Pellets
[Old Formula]

Ingredients & Their Functions:

L-Arginine || is an amino acid that is converted into nitric oxide. Nitric oxide causes blood vessels to dialate for increased blood flow. Also increases the release of insulin.¹ The L-form is one of the most common natural amino acids.²

Boswellia Extract || is a herbal way of reducing mild inflammation. May prevent the loss of cartilage.³

Grape Seed Extract || have a large concentration of vitamin E, flavonoids⁵ (antioxidant & anti-inflammatory)⁶, linoleic acid5 (Omega-6)⁷, and phenolic procyanidinsthe compounds⁵ (Antioxidant)⁸ are effective in relieving chronic venous insufficiency and reduce edema.⁴

Yucca Schidigera Extract || a herbal anti-inflammatory.⁹

Tumeric Root Powder || the active ingredient in Tumeric is curcumin. Curcumin is a pleiotropic molecule possibly capable of interacting with molecular targets involved in inflammation. ¹⁰

Fenugreek || "appears to slow absorption of sugars in the stomach and stimulate insulin."¹¹

Ginger Root Powder || is an anti-inflammatory herb that boosts circulation.¹²

Gingko Biloba Extract || effects the improvement of blood flow to tissues and organs.¹³

Absorbic Acid (Vitamin C) || is a water-soluble vitamin that aids in the growth and repair of tissues in the body. Aids in collagen production, wound healing, and maintenance of bone and teeth.¹⁴

N-Acetyl Cysteine || comes from the amino acid L-cysteine. Amino acids are building blocks of protein. Is an antioxidant and helps loosen mucus in the respiratory tract.¹⁵

Vitamin E || is a fat-soluble vitamin with antioxidant properties.¹⁶

Bromelain || is an enzyme derived from pineapple and has anti-inflammatory effects; also associated with reducing cough and nasal mucus.¹⁷

Pancreatin 8X || supplies amylase, protease, and lipase; a mixture of natural pancreatic enzymes that support proper digestion.¹⁸

Flo-Ox || a proprietary blend of:

L-Citruline L-Malate || a naturally occurring α-amino acid. "Our bodies change L-citrulline into another amino acid called L-arginine and also to nitric oxide. L-citrulline might help increase the supply of ingredients the body needs to making certain proteins. It might also help open up veins and arteries to improve blood flow and reduce blood pressure."¹⁹

Citrus Bioflavanoids || "Bioflavonoids are not required for life, but may improve health. Diosmin and hesperidin, as well as the bioflavonoid rutin, may also be helpful for chronic venous insufficiency."²⁰

Niacinamide || is a water-soluble vitamin in the vitamin B group. This has demonstrated anti-inflammatory actions with its ability to block iodides.²¹

1 http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-875-L-ARGININE.aspx?activeIngredientId=875&activeIngredientName=L-ARGININE

2 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arginine

3 http://www.healthline.com/health/boswellia

4 http://nccam.nih.gov/health/grapeseed/ataglance.htm

5 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grape_seed_extract

6 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flavonoid#Antioxidant

7 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linoleic_acid

8 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Procyanidin#Biological_signifiance

9 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yucca_schidigera

10 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Curcumin#Preliminary_research_for_potential_health_effects

11 http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-733-FENUGREEK.aspx?activeIngredientId=733&activeIngredientName=FENUGREEK

12 http://www.herbwisdom.com/herb-ginger-root.html

13 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ginkgo_biloba#Potential_medicinal_uses

14 http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/supplement/vitamin-c-ascorbic-acid

15 http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-1018-N-ACETYL%20CYSTEINE.aspx?activeIngredientId=1018&activeIngredientName=N-ACETYL%20CYSTEINE

16 http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminE-HealthProfessional/

17 http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/supplement/bromelain

18 http://www.webmd.com/drugs/drug-88052-Pancreatin+8x+Oral.aspx?drugid=88052&drugname=Pancreatin+8x+Oral

19 http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-1245-L-CITRULLINE.aspx?activeIngredientId=1245&activeIngredientName=L-CITRULLINE

20 http://www.med.nyu.edu/content?ChunkIID=21574

21 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nicotinamide#Skin_conditions