FAQs - LipoAshwagandha™
Ingredients
- Stress Response Modulation – Research indicates Ashwagandha may help regulate physiological stress markers, promoting a calmer state.
- Cognitive Support – Emerging studies suggest it could enhance attention, learning, and neurotransmitter activity.
- Energy and Endurance – May combat exercise-induced fatigue and support mitochondrial function for sustained vitality.
- Sleep Quality – Traditional applications highlight its role in easing tension and encouraging natural sleep cycles.
- Muscle Adaptation – Preliminary findings show potential for improving strength gains and post-workout recovery.
- Emotional Balance – May influence serotonin pathways, contributing to mood stabilization.
- Immune System Modulation – Early research points to immunomodulatory effects, though mechanisms require further study.
- HPA Axis Regulation – May assist in normalizing cortisol rhythms disrupted by chronic stress.
References
- Chandrasekhar, K., Kapoor, J., & Anishetty, S. (2012). A prospective, randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled study of safety and efficacy of a high-concentration full-spectrum extract of Ashwagandha root in reducing stress and anxiety in adults. Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine, 34(3), 255-262.
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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Ashwagandha is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult with a healthcare provider before using any dietary supplement.
Our Extraction and Delivery Technology
A supercritical extract is derived using a supercritical fluid, carbon dioxide (CO2), as the extracting agent. A supercritical fluid exists at a state where it displays characteristics of both a liquid and a gas, achieved by applying high pressure and temperature beyond its critical point. This unique state allows the fluid to penetrate materials like a gas but dissolve substances like a liquid.
Here are some reasons why supercritical extracts are often considered superior to other types of extracts:
1. Purity and Quality:
- Selective Extraction: The conditions of temperature and pressure can be adjusted to target specific compounds, resulting in high-purity extracts.
- No Residual Solvents: Unlike other methods that might leave harmful solvent residues, supercritical CO2 fully evaporates, leaving a clean, concentrated and pure extract.
2. Environmental and Safety Benefits:
- Safe Solvent: CO2 is non-toxic and non-flammable, making it a safer alternative to traditional solvents.
- Eco-Friendly: The process often allows for the recycling of CO2, reducing environmental impact compared to methods that release harmful solvents into the atmosphere.
3. Efficiency:
- High Efficiency: Supercritical CO2 can more effectively penetrate plant materials, often resulting in faster extraction times and higher yields.
- Low Thermal Degradation: The process can be carried out at lower temperatures, which helps in preserving sensitive compounds that could be degraded by heat.
4. Versatility:
- Wide Range of Applications: Supercritical CO2 extraction can be used to obtain a variety of compounds, such as essential oils, fatty acids, and terpenes.
- Adjustable Solvent Properties: By changing the pressure and temperature, the solubility of CO2 can be modified to extract different types of compounds.
5. Stability and Shelf Life:
- Preservation of Compounds: The gentle nature of the process helps retain more of the original bioactive compounds.
- Improved Stability: Extracts often have a longer shelf life and better stability due to the low-temperature process minimizing the risk of degradation.
Supercritical extracts are valued for their high purity, environmental friendliness, efficiency, versatility, and ability to preserve sensitive compounds. These advantages make them superior to every other form of botanical extraction method.
Liposomal delivery is a method used to enhance the absorption and bioavailability of certain nutrients in nutritional supplements. In this process, the active ingredients are encapsulated within tiny lipid (fat) molecules called liposomes. These liposomes protect the nutrients as they pass through the digestive system and facilitate their absorption into the bloodstream.
Liposomal delivery is considered superior to other forms of supplements for several reasons:
- Enhanced bioavailability: Liposomes can pass through cell membranes more easily than traditional supplement forms, allowing for higher absorption rates of the nutrients. This means that a higher percentage of the nutrients reach the bloodstream and are available for use by the body.
- Protection of nutrients: The liposomal structure helps protect the nutrients from degradation in the digestive system or by enzymes, ensuring that a greater amount of the active ingredients reach the target cells and tissues.
- Reduced side effects: By improving absorption and bioavailability, liposomal delivery can potentially reduce the amount of a nutrient needed to achieve the desired effect. This may help lower the risk of side effects that can occur with high doses of certain nutrients.
- Targeted delivery: Liposomes can be designed to target specific cells or tissues in the body, allowing for more efficient delivery of nutrients to where they are needed most.
Overall, liposomal delivery can offer a more effective and efficient way to deliver nutrients to the body compared to traditional supplement forms, making it a preferred choice for individuals looking to maximize the benefits of their nutritional supplements.
The term "biophilic" refers to an innate human tendency to seek connections with nature and other forms of life. In the context of products or formulations, a biophilic extract typically refers to an ingredient that is derived from a botanical and has an affinity or attraction to biological systems, such as cell receptors in the body. Such extracts are often used to enhance the effectiveness or compatibility of a product with the body's natural processes.
Lotus Blooming Herbs has developed a unique delivery system called "BloomSpheres™" to ensure that the active ingredients in their products are effectively delivered to the targeted tissues in your body. This system utilizes tiny structures called liposomes that can travel through both fat and water barriers in the body to reach their destination.
However, just reaching the target tissue is not sufficient. The liposomes must also attach to specific cell wall receptors to release the active ingredients inside the cells where they can take action. To facilitate this attachment, Lotus Blooming Herbs incorporates a special *biophilic extract in their formulations. This extract helps the liposomes attract and attach to the cell receptors, ensuring that the active ingredients penetrate the cells and perform their intended functions effectively.
Lotus Blooming Herbs stands out as the pioneer in combining supercritical extracts in liposomal form with **biophilic extracts. This groundbreaking and proprietary approach guarantees unparalleled effectiveness and absorption rates.
**The term "biophilic" refers to an innate human tendency to seek connections with nature and other forms of life. In the context of products or formulations, a biophilic extract typically refers to an ingredient that is derived from a botanical and has an affinity or attraction to biological systems, such as cell receptors in the body. Such extracts are often used to enhance the effectiveness or compatibility of a product with the body's natural processes.
- Enhanced bioavailability: Supercritical extracts are known for their high extraction efficiency, allowing for the extraction of a wide range of bioactive compounds. Liposomal delivery, on the other hand, improves the bioavailability of nutrients by protecting them from degradation and facilitating their absorption into cells. By combining supercritical extracts with liposomal delivery, the bioavailability of the extracted bioactive compounds can be further enhanced, potentially leading to increased effectiveness and therapeutic benefits.
- Targeted delivery of bioactives: Liposomes can be designed to encapsulate specific compounds extracted through supercritical fluid extraction. Biophilic extracts help the liposomes attract and attach to the cell receptors. This targeted delivery approach allows for the precise delivery of bioactive compounds to specific cells or tissues in the body. By encapsulating supercritical extracts within liposomes, the compounds can be protected during transit through the digestive system and, in combination with biophilic extracts, be delivered directly to the desired site of action, improving their effectiveness.
- Synergistic effects: Supercritical extracts often contain a full spectrum complex of bioactive compounds, including phytochemicals, antioxidants, and other beneficial compounds. Liposomal delivery can facilitate the simultaneous delivery of multiple compounds, allowing for potential synergistic effects. These synergistic interactions between different bioactive compounds can result in enhanced therapeutic outcomes, such as improved antioxidant activity, anti-inflammatory support, and other health benefits.
- Improved stability: Liposomes provide a protective environment that helps preserve the stability of the encapsulated compounds, reducing degradation. This enhanced stability can result in a longer shelf life and increased effectiveness of the combined supercritical extract and liposomal delivery system.
- Reduced side effects: Some bioactive compounds extracted through supercritical extraction may have gastrointestinal side effects when taken in their unencapsulated form. Liposomal delivery can help reduce potential gastrointestinal irritation by minimizing direct contact between the compounds and the digestive system. This advantage can enhance tolerability and compliance with the supplementation regimen.
Suggested Use
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Take 1-2 capsules after morning and evening meals.
If taking twice a day we recommend spacing 8-12 hours apart between servings.
Do not use this product during pregnancy or while lactating. If you have a medical condition or are taking medications, please consult with your doctor before use. Keep out of reach of children. Use as directed. Store in a cool, dry location. Some separation may occur, but this does not impact the quality of the product.