Green Defense- SUPER GREEN FOODS

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• Supports Detoxification and Immune Functions

• Contains Chlorophyll, Probiotic Metabolites, Vitamins and Minerals

• Rich Source of Chlorella Growth Factor (CGF) with Natural RNA, DNA

• Suitable for Vegetarians, Highly Digestible

SUPER GREEN FOODS

Jarrow FORMULAS® Green Defense™ blends widely recognized healing foods rich in phytochemicals into a good-tasting ready-to-mix drink powder. Whenever possible, certified organic ingredients are used.

Yaeyama Chlorella, a subspecies of Chlorella vulgaris, contains more chlorophyll, beta-carotene and CGF (Chlorella Growth Factor) than does ordinary chlorella. Yaeyama Chlorella is grown outside in the environmentally pristine coral reel region of Ishigaki Island at the southernmost tip of the Japanese Islands far from industrial areas. Watered from purified, mineralrich sources drawn from the coral reef mountains and fed food-grade nutrients, this single-celled fresh water algae develops under the natural sunshine of this beautiful island. High impact jet-spray drying thoroughly breaks the cell walls of the cleaned chlorella to ensure that the resulting product is highly digestible.

Yaeyama Chlorella contains up to three times the concentration of key chlorella nutrients found in other chlorella products.

Each serving of Green Defense supplies significant amounts or organically grown spirulina, wheat grass juice, barley grass juice and green kamut juice. These algae and cereal grass juices are fortified with concentrates of antioxidant-rich vegetable extracts. Each serving of Jarrow FORMULAS® Green Defense™ is equal to literally a handful of capsules and tablets of other products. This means Green Defense™ is unrivaled for its completeness and economy of use.

The Benefits of Chlorophyll

Chlorophyll is the green pigment in plants. It is often touted to control purification and unwanted odors and as an aid to healing in the body. It’s been suggested that similarity of the chlorophyll molecule to the heme portion of the red blood cell hemoglobin molecule in the human body makes it useful in the areas of blood maintenance. Similarly, chlorophyll, as is true of many other such colorful plant pigments, is a significant antioxidant. Traditional herbalism classifies chlorophyll as a blood purifier.

Deep green foods are said to have “alkalizing” and “detoxifying” effects upon the body. Some of these effects are indirect in that chlorella and other green foods promote the growth of lactobacilli in the intestines, and thereby help to improve overall bowel health. An article in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute in 1995 describes how chlorophyll fed to laboratory animals reduces absorption of three dietary carcinogens: heterocyclic amines (found in cooked muscle meats), polycyclic hydrocarbons (found in smoked and barbecued foods), and aflatoxin (a mold on peanuts). Chlorophyll forms complex compounds with the carcinogens while they are still in the digestive tract, limiting their bioavailability. Barley, kamut and wheat grasses are also rich in chlorophyll and related co-factors. Some authorities believe these grass juices increases the body’s level of available super oxide dismutase (SOD), an antioxidant associated with longevity.

Chlorella Growth Factor (CGF) and Spirulina

The story of chlorella growth factor (CGF) dates back to the 1950’s and the People’s Scientific Research Center in Tokyo. Dr. Fugimaki of the center used electrophoresis to separate a substance from a hot water extract of chlorella. This special growth factor was found to be especially rich in RNA and DNA. In fact, chlorella contains 17 times the amount of DNA found in sardines, probably the next richest natural source of these nucleic acids. Chlorella is approximately 10% RNA and 3% DNA.

Some scientists consider RNA and DNA to be “long life factors.” The internal “machinery” of the cells, whether involved in reproductive or signaling functions, revolves around RNA and DNA. As the body ages, the production of these compound slows down. Many habits and environmental conditions also reduce the rate of production of RNA and DNA. These include smoking, alcohol, pollution and poor eating habits.

Cell growth factor provides the basic building material for the immune system, tissue repair, the production of enzymes, proper bowel function, etc. In trials with mice, chlorella growth factor extended lifespan by 30%.

Spirulina has been used as a food by Central American and African tribes for centuries. It is now farmed and cultivated on a large scale in Hawaii, California, Mexico, Japan and elsewhere. It is sold around the world as a natural food supplement rich in nutrients. Over the last several years, it has been touted as an effective aid to weight loss. For this purpose, spirulina works in two ways. It contains substantial amounts of complete protein, essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals while being nevertheless low in calories. It is known experimentally that concentrated complete foods tend to reduce appetite and partition energy into the body’s lean tissues. Spirulina, moreover, contains polysaccharides which are potent immune modulators.

Botanical Sources of Antioxidants

Plant antioxidants are among the most powerful and effective known for human health.

• Milk thistle extract is famous for preserving the health of the liver.

• The regular consumption of the catechins and related polyphenols found in green tea is often touted as being a significant factor in the longevity and good health of the Japanese.

• Grape seed proanthocyanidins and other compounds found in red wine are reputed to be among the special elements which protect the French against heart disease.

• British pilots ate bilberry products during the Second World War to enhance their night vision.

• The Chinese use ginkgo extracts to ward off the mental deterioration which often marks advancing years.

Feeding the Protective Bacteria of the Gut

An important element in detoxification programs which goes beyond supporting the actions of the liver is supporting elimination by the intestinal tract. Toxins are usually removed from the system by being bound up in the bile or by being conjugated in the liver and then eliminated by excretion. If the wrong mix of bacteria inhabit the gut, however, these toxins can be released by deconjugation and reabsorbed. An effective way to inhibit yeast and putrefactive bacterial overgrowth and to reduce the accumulation of toxins in the intestines is to make use of nature’s own control mechanisms. Inulin-fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) and a variety of fibers and plant nutrients are included in Green Defense™ to directly support the health of probiotic bacteria. Metabolin™ is a specialty supplement consisting of the metabolites (lactic and propionic acids) and cell walls of bacteria. Metabolin helps to balance the intestinal microflora and to support immune function while reducing the accumulation of toxins produced by putrefactive bacteria.

Usage And Safety

Add 1 scoop of Green Defense powder to 8 ounces of water or juice, then mix or blend until smooth. Take once or twice daily or as directed by your qualified health consultant.

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