Sunday - September 28, 2008
NSP Aloe Products Win Seal of Approval
International Aloe Science Council Certifies Quality and Purity If you want some of the best aloe vera products in the world, look no further than Nature's Sunshine.
But don't take our word for it. Just ask the International Aloe Science Council.
Following a recent inspection of NSP's raw and finished aloe products, the IASC awarded those products the council's seal of approval, certifying the finest quality and purity.
Sunday - September 28, 2008
NSP Melatonin vs. the competition
We used High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) to measure the amount of melatonin in randomly selected samples of popular brands of melatonin products. We then compared the actual amount of melatonin found in each sample to the amount listed on the corresponding product labels. As you can see, most of the products tested fell short of their label claims, some substantially. One sample exceeded its label claim by 57 percent, which may be more melatonin than some customers want. Trust Nature's Sunshine to provide you with products that have exactly what the labels indicate.
Sunday - September 28, 2008
NSP Stomach Comfort vs. other stomach products
We tested an NSP product against three random samples of popular, over-the-counter antacid products to see how much acid each would neutralize. Since high levels of stomach acid can lead to many forms of discomfort (heartburn, indigestion, etc.), the product that neutralizes the most acid in a given time period should provide superior relief. Using pre-established scientific testing methods, we placed a sample equivalent to one tablet of each product into separate beakers containing 70 ml of water plus 30 ml of hydrochloric acid (the same acid found in the stomach) and stirred for 15 minutes. Then we measured the amount of acid remaining in each beaker. Deducting this from the original 30 ml of acid, we calculated how much acid was neutralized.
Sunday - September 28, 2008
NSP Kava Kava vs. three competitors
We tested NSP Kava Kava against three popular brands, measuring the amount of kavalactones (the key active component) per capsule. Our test showed that NSP Kava Kava had the highest number of kavalactones per capsule.
Sunday - September 28, 2008
NSP Psyllium Hulls vs. other psyllium products
In a swell (absorption) test, equal amounts of NSP Psyllium Hulls and two other brands of psyllium (single) products were placed in containers with 100 ml of water. NSP Psyllium Hulls absorbed significantly more water than the other two products. In fact, you would need to take almost twice as much of these competing products to equal the absorbing, bulking action of NSP Psyllium Hulls.
Sunday - September 28, 2008
NSP Cascara Sagrada vs. three popular brands
We tested three popular brands of cascara sagrada products against NSP Cascara Sagrada, measuring total hydroxyanthracene derivatives (THAD) and cascarosides (CAS), two active components in the plant. Of the samples we tested, NSP Cascara Sagrada had the highest amount of both components.
Sunday - September 28, 2008
Boost Your Immune System and Lower Cholesterol with High-Potency Garlic
Garlic provides tremendous benefits to the body, especially in promoting immune response and supporting optimal circulation. One of its key compounds, allicin, appears to be a potent agent. Numerous studies show garlic supplementation supports healthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
Sunday - September 28, 2008
Ultimate Echinacea vs. the Competition
Nature's Sunshine is committed to providing products of uncompromising quality. To ensure this, we frequently use highly sophisticated methods to test NSP products against top-selling, competitive products.
Sunday - September 28, 2008
Ultimate Echinacea™: Good Health Isn't Contagious
During the cold weather season, reach for Ultimate Echinacea. That's right, the top-selling herb in the U.S. is widely known for its immune strengthening properties. A growing body of research suggests that echinacea may help prevent colds because it helps promote a healthy immune response by boosting natural killer cell activity.
Saturday - September 27, 2008
NSP Essential Oils vs. the Competition
NSP Essential Oils vs. the Competition
Comprehensive testing reveals discrepancy in quality
The NSP Quality Assurance Department compared our 100-percent-pure lavender oil with a popular brand using several different testing methods. These tests included sensory evaluation, checking color and clarity, verification of plant species and country of origin, and laboratory analysis using both Gas Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS). The GC/MS is widely known as the most important tool for identifying and analyzing volatile oils.
Friday - September 26, 2008
NSP Noni Juice Six Times Stronger than Competitor in Immune Stimulation
Choose the No. 1 Noni Juice
The results of an independently conducted study from a renowned research center associated with a major university showed that NSP Nature's Noni Juice® outperformed a top-selling brand of Noni better than 6 to 1 in stimulating immune system response in this specific procedure.
Thursday - May 01, 2008
Antioxidant Power
Antioxidants scavenge the free radicals that occur in the body as a byproduct of energy production or as a result of pollution, tobacco smoke, ultraviolet light and radiation. Thai-Go delivers a powerful punch of antioxidant protection.
Monday - July 09, 2007
Statins and Co-Q10
Numerous nutrients are needed by the body to maintain optimal health. Some of these, such as vitamins, are not produced by the body and need to be obtained from either nutritional supplements or food. Others are produced by the body, but may still need to be obtained from dietary sources due to depletion or a decrease in natural production associated with aging or illness.
Monday - January 15, 2007
NSP’s Leading Liquids
by Courtney Hammond
Spotlight on Eight Popular NSP Liquid Products, including product descriptions and benefits.
The latest trend in the natural health supplement industry is liquids. Nature’s Sunshine has been offering powerful, nutrient-rich liquid products for years. These convenient, easy-to-take liquids are especially good for those who have trouble swallowing pills. Plus, liquid forms of vitamins and minerals are more easily absorbed. Try some of NSP’s greatest liquid products.
Monday - January 15, 2007
NSP’s Lovely Liquid Herbs
by Nathan Tingen
This article features five liquid herb products (VS-C, ALJ, Ultimate Echinacea, Lymphatic Drainage and Kidney Drainage), sharing their formulas and how they support body systems.
It’s no surprise that liquid nutritional supplements have become quite popular lately. Liquid herbs have been used for hundreds of years and are perfect for children and anyone else who may have difficulty swallowing a capsule or a tablet. They’re convenient, offering the same potency of the equivalent powdered herb in just a few drops. Many of them come in a sweet-tasting, glycerin base, which means you can take your herbs without a glass of water.
Perhaps their greatest advantage is rapid absorption. When you take herbs in capsule form, your body has to break down the herb before it can be utilized. In a liquid form, it’s already available for use—perfect for those times when you seek a rapid response.
Sunday - January 14, 2007
Love Your Skin This Winter
Discover which Natria products and health supplements support healthy skin, especially during the winter months.
Winter weather can be tough on skin. Cold, dry air damages the skin’s natural moisture barrier, leaving it in need of serious hydration. This winter, love your skin. Give it the care, moisture and protection it needs.
Sunday - January 14, 2007
Winter Weather Have You Worried? Immune Stimulator Has You Covered
Friday - December 22, 2006
Winter Well-Being - Support Your Immune System with the Help of NSP Supplements
NSP offers a host of immune-supportive products—including Chinese herbal combinations—that help build and maintain immunity through the challenging winter months.
With the winter months upon us, taking care of your immune system should become a priority. Like all of your other body systems, your immune system has specific nutritional needs. Nature’s Sunshine offers an array of products that support the body’s immune system to help maintain optimal function and well-being.
Friday - December 22, 2006
The Proof Is in the Product - New Science behind Nature’s Sunshine
Cutting-edge research on Nature’s Noni®, Thai-Go® and Paw Paw Cell-Reg demonstrate cancer-chemopreventive properties and immuno-supportive results.
In today’s society, where skeptics and critics are rarely in short supply, many people are reluctant to believe in anything without solid evidence. Knowing this, and desiring to set an example for the supplement industry, Nature’s Sunshine employs scientists and researchers to verify the purity, power and effectiveness of NSP products. Here are just a few examples of the work they’ve recently performed.