ZERO GRAVITY™
A Time Honored Weight Management Solution
Excessive weight and obesity lead to some 280,000 preventable deaths in the United States each year. Type II Diabetes, Coronary Heart Disease and High Blood Pressure are only a few of the serious complications resulting from being overweight. Obesity related disability accounts for approximately 7 percent of health care costs. Zero Gravity™ offers a natural, non-addictive and time honored weight management solution. It contains no stimulants that have been found to cause potentially harmful side effects such as rapid heart rate, anxiety, insomnia and hypertension. The Zero Gravity™ formula is based on ancient whole foods and beverages containing naturally occurring compounds which may contribute to healthy weight loss. The ingredients in Zero Gravity™ incorporates whole fruit, sea vegetable extracts - and tea infusions of roots, bark and leaves.
Zero Gravity™ may provide the following benefits*:
- Weight Loss
- Lower Cholesterol
- Reduced Risk of Heart Disease
- Increased Energy
- Improved Glucose Metabolism
- Prevent Conversion of Carbohydrates into Fat
- Improved Mood
- Maintain Lean Body Mass
- Loss of Body Fat and Inches
- Improved Physical Performance
- Conversion of Stored Fat into Energy
- Prevent Fat Soluble Toxins from being Reabsorbed during Fat Loss
- Reduce Absorption of Dietary Fat
- Zero Gravity™ does not:
- Contain Stimulants (ephedra, ma huang, caffeine, coleus forskolli)
- Increase Heart Rate and Blood Pressure
- Inhibit Absorption of Essential Micronutrients
Ingredients in Zero Gravity™
Whole Organic Grapefruit Concentrate: Whole organic grapefruit is one of nature's richest source of antioxidants, bioflavanoids, enzymes and fiber. It is high in pectin a soluble fiber that helps lower blood cholesterol. The whole grapefruit concentrate in one daily serving (3 caplets) of Zero Gravity™, contains the key nutrients found in 2-3 normally eaten grapefruits. The complete combination of pectin, seeds and peel of the whole grapefruit, actively inhibits enzymes in the intestinal tract which are responsible for the conversion of carbohydrates into storable fats. This action is naturally accomplished without disturbing the uptake of necessary micronutrients such as vitamin C, potassium and folic acid - overcoming the typical drawbacks of standard diet products and pharmaceuticals that may leave the dieter with a nutrient deficiency. Studies confirm that grapefruit decreases the risks of heart disease by reducing high cholesterol as well as atherosclerosis. Grapefruit is proven to aid in the reduction of fat by inhibiting the enzyme (P450) responsible for the absorption of carbohydrates. In addition, grapefruit peel contains a remarkable compound called sinefrin which eliminates fat cells in human tissue, and increases tissue density measured as leanness. Grapefruit pectin has demonstrated its ability to lower blood sugar levels in diabetics by reducing carbohydrates that enter the bloodstream, which in turn lessens the amount of sugars being absorbed. Pectin is also shown to prevent sudden blood sugar spikes.
Blueberry Leaf Extract: Blueberry Leaf Extract contains significant pharmaceutical amounts of both chlorogenic and caffeic acids (20%). New studies have shown that taken together, these unique compounds help to simultaneously reduce glucose absorption the intestines, decrease glucose synthesis in the liver, and speed up the rate of glucose metabolism. Residents of the Caucasia region of the former Soviet Union have traditionally taken medicinal teas infused with leaves of the blueberry plant, as a Self treatment for blood sugar imbalances, diabetes and hypoglycemia. Blueberry leaf extract is proven to reduce total cholesterol an LDL levels. Whereas common "statin" cholesterol medications actually diminish CoQ10, vitamin E and carnitine activity in the body, potentially creating deficiencies in these important nutrients.
Sea Vegetable Extract: Sea vegetables harvested from the Canary Islands off the coast of Africa, contain large quantities of fiber (45% fucoidans) known to absorb fat soluble toxins which are dumped into the bloodstream when dieting. Sea vegetables possess a variety of compounds such as alginates, that have the ability to bind with these toxins and escort them out of the body. Brown seaweed improves thyroid function, aids in detoxification, and balances blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
Rhododendron caucasium: Alpine tea made from Rhododendron caucasium is enjoyed daily by residents of the Republic of Georgia, well known throughout history as some of the healthiest and leanest people in the world. Rhododendron caucasicum is high in polyphenolic antioxidants (40% polyphenols), which specifically inhibits the action of the lipase enzyme that interferes with fat metabolism. Unlike the standard pharmaceutical fat blockers like Orlistat (Xenical®) and other dietary formulas such as Chitosan, Rhododendron caucasium does not bind with fat or remove important fat soluble vitamins. In fact, Rhododenron caucasicum exerts a profound antioxidant effect in the body which many experts believe is several times more bioavailable than pine bark or grape seed extracts.
Rhodiola rosea (3% Rosavin): Originally grown in harsh Russian climates, Rhodiola rosea is a hardy root whose medicinal properties function as the quintessential adaptogen. Also known as the "Arctic Root", Rhodiola rosea is a powerful anti-stress, mood and memory enhancing herb, which according to Dr. L. Utkin a well known Russian botanist and nutritionist, has the added ability to increase physical endurance and sexual performance. Nicknamed the "ginseng alternative", Rhodiola rosea is said to be more effective than St. Johns wort, Ginkgo biloba and Panax ginseng as a phyto-medicine, as proven by noted plant biochemist Dr. Zakir Ramazanov. Based on 30 years of scientific research, Rhodiola rosea specifically activates and regulates hormone sensitive adi- pose lipase in both healthy and obese patients, while it mobilizes fatty acids from the adipose tissue.
When Rhodiola rosea and Rhododendron caucasium are combined in amounts as contained in a daily serving of Zero Gravity™, the synergistic effect is impressive. Including Rhodiola rosea and Rhododendron caucasium in your diet, one can reduce body fat without losing muscle tissue.
Magnolia Extract (5% Magnolol): In many traditional Chinese herbal formulas from the Shanghan Lun and Jingui Yaolue eras (220 A.D.), Magnolia bark was frequently used and documented in famous herbal texts over the centuries. It is a popular ingredient in numerous patented Chinese herbal remedies used for digestive system disorders, abdominal bloating and discomfort. Magnolol has been successfully used as a cholesterol lowering agent in the treatment of high cholesterol and atherosclerosis. Magnolol, isolated from magnolia bark, contains optimal levels of naturally occurring perilipin inhibitors, a key factor in weight loss. The most impressive pharmacological properties were recently discovered by Dr. Seu-Mei (2000), who demonstrated that magnolol significantly reduces lipid droplets, which act as storage for fat triglycerides in adipose tissue. The lipase enzyme forms a "protein shell" (called perilipin) around the lipid droplets, thereby blocking the bodies ability to breakdown fat. Thus, natural perilipin inhibitors such as magnolol are an important, necessary function in healthy weight management.
The UltraZorbeTM Time Released Caplet Delivery System
The UltraZorbe™ (Ultra-absorption) caplet delivery system, is a revolutionary technology which allows all nutrients and ingredients in Garden of Life products to retain their maximum nutritive content, viability, "live food" and herbal properties. This is accomplished without the use of heat, animal products, traditional fillers or excipients. The UltraZorbe™ time released system used in Zero Gravity™ is designed to slowly disintegrate and dissolve over one hours time, thus releasing the desired nutrients in the most effective manner.
WARNING: Zero Gravity™ contains grapefruit which may have potential reactions with certain medications. As always, check with your physician or pharmacist before using.
References:
1.) Rhodiola - Rhododendron and Weight Management, by Zakir Ramazanov
2.) Arctic Root, by Zakir Ramazanov
3.) New Foods for Healing, by Selene Yaeger
4.) Commnly Used Chinese Herbal Formulas, by Hong-Yen and Chau-Shin Hsu
5.) Chinese Materia Medica: Chemistry, Pharmacology and Applications, by Zhu YP
6.) Oriental Materia Medica: A Concise Guide, Hong-Yen Hsu
Statements in this brochure have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease, but rather are dietary supplements intended solely for nutritional use.
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