Application: Nutritional Supplement

Description: Ellagic acid is a phytochemical found in fruits and nuts, which functions as an antioxidant

Solubility: Soluble in water

Benefit: Ellagic Acid benefits are most promoted as a natural anti-cancer antioxidant that may inhibit mutations within a cell’s DNA. Ellagic Acid is a natural polyphenolic antioxidant that is found in a number of different fruits and vegetables, including pomegranates. Not only is it a strong antioxidant, but it also is a potent anti-carcinogen with both antibacterial and antiviral properties.

Application: Nutritional Supplement/Weight Loss

Description: A bioactive alkaloid that is extracted from a plant named Evodiae Fructus

Solubility: Soluble in acetone, slightly soluble in ethanol, aether and chloroform, hardly soluble in water, petroleum ether and benzene

Benefit: Several studies show that evodiamine can raise body temperature, influence the metabolism of certain drugs, inhibit the growth of certain cancer cells in vitro and impact the secretion of catecholamines from the adrenal glands. It can also relieve symptoms such as abdominal distress, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, blood clotting, digestive disorders and may also be a potential treatment for strokes.

Application: Nutritional Supplement

Description: Folic Acid, also known as vitamin B9, is one of the families of eight water-soluble B-complex vitamins.

Solubility: Soluble in water

Benefit: Like all the B vitamins, it plays a role in the metabolism of fats, carbohydrates and proteins into glucose that the body burns for energy. Specifically, folic acid is essential in the proper functioning of the brain and nervous system. Folic acid helps the body to make RNA and DNA, the body’s genetic material that contains all the code for new cells.

Application: Nutritional Supplement

Description: A white crystalline powder.

Solubility: Soluble in water, slightly soluble in hot Ethanol.

Benefit: Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is an inhibitory neurotransmitter found in the nervous system. It is referred to as the “brain’s natural calming agent.” By inhibiting over-stimulation of the brain, GABA may help promote relaxation and ease nervous tension. Medically, it has been used to treat both epilepsy and hypertension, where it is thought to induce tranquility in individuals who have a high activity of manic behavior and acute agitation.

Application: Nutritional Supplement

Description: Green powder

Solubility: Insoluble in water

Benefit: Gamma-Oryzanol has been proven to have very strong antioxidant activity. As a nutritional supplement, gamma-oryzanol has become popular among athletes and bodybuilders because it may enhance muscle growth and sports performance by increasing levels of testosterone. Gamma Oryzanol stimulates the release of endorphins. These hormones stimulate the pleasure centers of the brain, and this stimulation results in an elevation of mood.

Application: Food Additive/Nutritional Supplement

Description: A fiber-rich polysaccharide with a 40% composition from the konjac plant

Solubility: Soluble in water

Benefit: Glucomannan has been researched for several beneficial health claims. Among its main abilities are improving symptoms of constipation, obesity, high cholesterol and acne through its high fiber content. It also has been shown to be a possible aid for type II diabetes because it can lower lipid and glucose levels. In weight loss supplements, Glucomannan absorbs retained water and recycles it into a gel-like substance, which helps reduce body fat by minimizing abdominal mass. To decrease cholesterol and blood pressure levels, it utilizes its fiber properties to cut down the build up of triglycerides and low density lipoproteins. As a thickener or emulsifier, Glucomannan has been utilized in foods like noodles and added to capsule and pill products as fillers.

Application: Nutritional Supplement

Description: A white crystalline powder.

Solubility: Soluble in water.

Benefit: Glucosamine is a natural compound that is found in healthy cartilage. It is commonly taken with Chondroitin, as a combination therapy for patients with osteoarthritis, and may allow for reduced doses of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents. In addition to nutritional supplements, Glucosamine is also used in sports drinks and in cosmetics. Commonly prescribed to patients with osteoarthritis.

Application: Nutritional Supplement

Description: A naturally occurring chemical compound produced by the metabolism of glucose in the human liver

Solubility: Freely soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol

Benefit: Glucuronolactone is a very popular ingredient in energy drinks. It not only supplies energy, but it also increases feelings of well-being. Glucuronolactone has been clinically proven to reduce sleepiness and sleep-related driving incidents. It is also widely known to improve mental performance, reaction time, concentration and memory.

Application: Nutritional Supplement

Description: A non-essential amino acid that is an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system and is necessary for the proper functioning of the central nervous system.

Solubility: Freely soluble in water, practically slightly soluble in ethanol and ether

Benefit: Glycine is major contributor in improving symptoms of memory loss, schizophrenia, Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s disease, jet lag and fatigue. In addition to its major beneficial functions, it also helps to supply the body with glucose needed for energy. Glycine can also regulate blood sugar levels, which can aid health problems like fatigue, hypoglycemia, anemia, and Chronic Fatigue.

Application: Nutritional Supplement/Bodybuilding

Description: A white crystalline powder.

Solubility: Slightly soluble in water.

Benefit: Primarily used in bodybuilding products, Glycocyamine is more commonly known as Guanidinoacetate (GAA), it is a member of a group of compounds known as Guanidino compounds and is the precursor of Creatine. Glycocyamine is included in many Creatine products. It is added to Creatine products because GAA appears to enhance Glucose and Creatine uptake by muscle cells. Another feature adding to the benefit of GAA is its ability to be converted into creatine during the metabolic process in the Liver; for creatine users with low absorption or high bloating results GAA is a beneficial surrogate alternative.