Tired of Feeling Blocked?
Breathe Easy, Stay Strong
Ever find yourself struggling to catch a breath during seasonal changes, or feeling drained and run down for no reason? Maybe your energy seems to dip when the weather shifts. Your body’s ability to breathe comfortably and fight off discomfort is vital to staying at your best, but these things are often taken for granted.
Ginger + Peppermint: Double protection for your respiration
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Ginger: When your airways feel tight or irritated, ginger’s anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties may help ease breathing and support healthy respiratory function [1]. Its bioactive compounds, including 6-gingerol, 8-gingerol, 6-shogaol, citral, and eucalyptol, helps relax airway muscles, support airflow, and ease inflammation, providing natural support for your respiratory health (Figure 1) [2].
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Peppermint: The distinct, refreshing aroma of peppermint, largely attributed to its menthol content, has long been recognised for its therapeutic potential in promoting respiratory comfort. Menthol exerts a cooling effect that may help ease airway discomfort and support the sensation of clearer breathing, contributing to an overall feeling of relief [3].
Figure 1. Biological effects of [6]-gingerol [2].
Figure 2. Results of anti-influenza Virus activities of Astragalus for 72 h.
Breathing freely and staying balanced is a delicate harmony between tradition and modern science, where nature’s time-honoured wisdom and scientific innovation work
together to support your respiratory health and overall immune health. With simple, powerful ingredients you may give your body the gentle support it needs to stay strong, breathe smooth, and feel vibrant naturally.
Astragalus + Acerola: A dynamic duo for immune support
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Astragalus: Valued in Eastern traditions for centuries, astragalus has long been treasured for its role in supporting the body’s natural defences. Researchers tested Astragalus extract against the flu virus in infected cells. They used three different strength levels and found that all of them helped protect the cells from the virus’s damage (virus-induced inhibition of cell proliferation). This suggests Astragalus may support the immune system’s natural defences (Figure 2) [4].
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Acerola: Acerola is highly valued for its outstanding vitamin C content, providing 50 to 100 times more than oranges. Its naturally sourced vitamin C is more bioavailable than synthetic forms, supporting the body’s antioxidant defences and helping reduce oxidative stress [5]. As a potent antioxidant, it also contributes to the maintenance of healthy immune function and overall vitality.
Resources
[1] Townsend EA, Siviski ME, Zhang Y, Xu C, Hoonjan B, Emala CW. Effects of ginger and its constituents on airway smooth muscle relaxation and calcium regulation. American Journal of Respiratory Cell and Molecular Biology. 2013 Feb 1;48(2):157–63. https://doi.org/10.1165/rcmb.2012-0231oc
[2] Promdam N, Panichayupakaranant P. [6]-Gingerol: A narrative review of its beneficial effect on human health. Food Chemistry Advances. 2022 May 13;1:100043. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.focha.2022.100043
[3] Zhao H, Ren S, Yang H, Tang S, Guo C, Liu M, et al. Peppermint essential oil: its phytochemistry, biological activity, pharmacological effect and application. Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy. 2022 Aug 19;154:113559. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biopha.2022.113559
[4] Liang Y, Zhang Q, Zhang L, Wang R, Xu X, Hu X. Astragalus Membranaceus Treatment Protects Raw264.7 Cells from Influenza Virus by Regulating G1 Phase and the TLR3-Mediated Signaling Pathway. Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. 2019 Dec 31;2019:1–10. https://doi.org/10.1155/2019/2971604
[5] Prakash A, Baskaran R. Acerola, an untapped functional superfruit: a review on latest frontiers. Journal of Food Science and Technology. 2018 Jul 11;55(9):3373–84. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-018-3309-5