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L-Lysine is an essential amino acid (our body cannot produce it naturally, and we must obtain it from our diet). Legumes (beans, peas and lentils), meat, cheese, fish, nuts, soybeans, tofu and eggs are rich in L-Lysine. It has been proven to inhibit the normal replication of the Herpes simplex virus (HSV), thus shortening the normal course of the disease. If taken daily, it may inhibit the onset of new outbreaks of herpes simplex and possibly herpes zoster (shingles), or reduce their duration or severity. Herpes simplex is a virus which infects the human in two strains, HSV-1 (usually oral/facial) and HSV-2 (usually genital). Herpes can be transmitted by direct contact of a lesion that is active and shedding the virus, causing the first or “primary” infection. Subsequent infections or “outbreaks” are called “secondary” or recurrences. L-lysine has also been used topically as an anti-inflammatory aid to relieve skin pain such as those following episiotomy (a cut near the vagina and outer skin surgically performed to assist in childbirth). This ingredient is in Aloeviate. |
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Zinc boosts the immune system aiding in wound healing. Zinc is critical in the repair of tissues because it is needed in the synthesis of the nucleic acids found in the genetic material of our cells. The small amount of zinc helps remove excess oil from skin, which protects and soothes the skin. Zinc oxide offers one of the best protections against the UV rays of the sun.
This ingredient is in Aloeviate |
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Epsom Salt has been used for decades in hot water baths to treat aches and pains. It aids in smoothing skin through exfoliation, shedding the damaged surface skin. Magnesium not only works on the surface, but is absorbed into the deeper layers, even to underlying muscles and joints. It works to relieve pain by decreasing the level of a neurotransmitter from the nervous system called “substance P”.
This ingredient is in Aloeviate. |
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Produced from the silvery buds of the tea plant (Camelia Sinensis), this is the least processed tea when compared to black and green tea. It therefore contains a high concentration of catechins; polyphenol antioxidants. Antioxidants help to protect the cells against genetic damage which can be related to cancer prevention. It can boost immunity and protection against sun damage to skin cells. Recent studies show the tea has antiviral and anti-bacterial effects.
This ingredient is in Aloeviate |
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The vitamin E family of tocopherols, most commonly alpha-tocopherol, can be found in almonds, mangoes, and other fruits and are very potent antioxidants. They protect cells from damage from “free radicals” which otherwise would damage the skin due to pollution, pesticides, and radiation. Vitamin E reduces loss of water from the skin, keeping it more hydrated and resistant to damage. This also helps improve the skin’s elasticity and suppleness. Vitamin E also serves as a natural preservative in Almocadoe and Aloeviate.
This ingredient is in Aloeviate and Almocadoe. |
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Aloe Vera is produced in the stemless evergreen plant, a member of the lily family, and has been used since ancient times to soothe skin irritations treat wounds. Aloe vera helps keep moisture in the skin which helps heal and protect the skin, while the minerals, enzymes, vitamins, proteins and sugars in Aloe help nourish and reverse skin damage. Aloe vera has mild pain relieving and anti-inflammatory effects when it is used topically on the skin. It relieves the pain, redness, and swelling associate with skin damage from burns and sunburn, and some ingredients reduce the premature aging and damage associated with ultraviolet radiation from the sun. There are no major side effects know from using Aloe Vera on the skin, therefore it is a very safe ingredient. This ingredient is in Aloeviate®and Almocadoe®. |
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