Germanium Sesquioxide (Ge-132)

APPLICATION: Nutritional supplement

DESCRIPTION: A trace mineral that comes in a white crystalline powder

SOLUBILITY: Soluble in water

BENEFIT: Working as a powerful anti-oxidant, Germanium Sesquioxide is offered in an organic germanium form, which makes it non-toxic with a variety of favorable attributes. Germanium greatly promotes better respiration and tissue oxidation that can remove hydrogen atoms which spares oxygen. It also can limit aging and extend life expectancy in addition to being integral in improving bodily systems such as cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, nervous and immune functions. Germanium has the potential to combat high cholesterol and blood pressure as well as food allergies, depression, osteoporosis, cancer, infections, arthritis, pain and constipation.

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Xanthan Gum

APPLICATION: Food additive

DESCRIPTION: A long chain polysaccharide composed of sugars glucose, mannose and glucuronic acid

SOLUBILITY: Soluble in water, insoluble in organic solvents

BENEFIT: As a byproduct of fermentation, Xanthan Gum has pure viscosity properties, which restricts free flowing liquids. Consequently, it materializes and gels in water to stabilize colloidal oil and prevent against creaming. It also averts the formation of ice crystals in ice cream and other dairy items. Product makers in the food and cosmetic industries use Xanthan Gum to keep their ingredients uniform and prevent separation or breakage.

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Malic Acid

APPLICATION: Food additive

DESCRIPTION: An organic compound which serves as a dicarboxylic acid in many sour or tart foods.

SOLUBILITY: Soluble in water

BENEFIT: This organic compound intensifies flavors in numerous existing and new products. By deepening the flavor in these products, a more natural feeling comes about, which make many foods and beverages more enjoyable. Enhancing taste in beverages, candy, gum, jams and jellies in addition to desserts, baked goods, and personal products; Malic Acid is regularly the underlying ingredient of these goods.

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DESCRIPTION: A white powder that serves as a filling agent for pharmaceutical purposes

SOLUBILITY: Insoluble in water and ethanol

BENEFIT: Lubrication is the specialty of Magnesium Stearate, because it can be a filling agent in the manufacturing of tablets and capsules for medical use. By keeping ingredients from bonding to equipment, it is an essential ingredient to compress chemicals powders into tablet form. Magensium Stearate also may be joined with sugars featured in hard candy products and is a normal ingredient in baby powders.

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DESCRIPTION: A chemical compound that is an essential element in animals

SOLUBILITY: Soluble in water, insoluble in ethanol

BENEFIT: A major protector of cells and cell membrane in animals, Sodium Selenite is a deterrent from destructive cells in the human body because of its anti-oxidant function. It also performs by alleviating effects of pre-mature aging, cardiovascular disease, sexual dysfunction and menopausal symptoms. Selenite can reduce the risk of heart disease and improve immunity to fight bacteria and diseases. It also plays a part in a functioning thyroid gland and can also be beneficial in remedying some skin disorders.

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DESCRIPTION: An extract of soy flakes considered the most refined form of soy protein available

SOLUBILITY: Insoluble in water

BENEFIT: While the main ingredient is soy beans, Soy Protein Isolate provides enrichment for numerous products. Aside from increasing protein value, it can also help taste of foods with less of a bland flavor and more of a fulfilling flavor in the end. Soy Protein can bestow traits which help in emulsification, water and fat absorption and adhesive applications. Because of its natural form, many studies have concluded that Soy Protein assists in lessening risks of coronary heart disease, osteoporosis, cancers and menopausal symptoms.

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DESCRIPTION: A white or light gray pellet or fibril power that is colorless and tasteless

SOLUBILITY: Slightly insoluble in ethanol without water, diethyl ether, acetone

BENEFIT: Serving many purposes, Hydroxpropyl Methyl Cellulose specializes in retaining water in a number of cosmetic and food goods. HPMC may be utilized as a densifier, dispersing or emulsifying agent, lubricator and adhesive or coating film in tablets. It also thickens and stabilizes items with strong coating, rheologica behavior as a reagent. With a flexible, transparent structure, HPMC has the ability to keep products from turning too moist or soggy.

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DESCRIPTION: A complex polysaccharide formed by glucose molecules and used as an anti-platelet

SOLUBILITY: Very soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol

BENEFIT: Dextran 40 is primarily employed in the medical industries for its ability to moderate blood viscosity and decrease vascular thrombosis. Possessing powerful osmotic agents, Dextran has the tools to benefit those suffering from hypovolemia. Other uses for Dextran include acting as a lubricant in eye drop products and advancing microcirculation within the body. With the help of Dextran 40, red blood cells, platelets and the lining of the vessels can defended from attack and allow healing processes when needed.

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DESCRIPTION: A polyphenol appearing as a gray powder

SOLUBILITY: Soluble in ethanol, almost soluble in water

BENEFIT: Functioning as an anti-oxidant, anti-mutagen and anti-cancer component, Ellagic Acid has several facets that benefit health and wellness. Found in fruits and vegetables like raspberries, strawberries, cranberries, pecans and pomegranates, it is also present in plants as ellagitannin. Ellagic Acid promotes anti-viral and anti-bacterial action which aid in minimizing threats of heart disease, birth defects and liver ailments.

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