Antioxidant Protection*

Clinical Research Area #5

Free radicals can wreak havoc on healthy cell growth. Thrive Adaptogenics supplements have powerful antioxidant properties that neutralize free radicals—promoting better health at the cellular level.

In a study of 40 athletes, drinking 100 ml Thrive Adaptogenics Original twice per day showed improved antioxidant status.¹

In another human clinical study, researchers observed a control group of smokers, a group of 121 smokers assigned to drink 1 ounce of Thrive Adaptogenics Original per day for 30 days, and another group of 122 smokers assigned to drink 4 ounces per day. Smoking increases both plasma superoxide anion radicals (SAR) and lipid hydroperoxide (LPO)—two types of free radicals that damage overall health. In the study, the control group showed no noticeable changes, while average SAR and LPO levels in those who drank Thrive Adaptogenics Original were reduced by up to 30 percent and 27 percent respectively. The results indicate that Thrive Adaptogenics Original may help protect individuals from oxidative damage induced by cigarette smoke.

And that’s just two studies. In vitro analyses and even more human studies show Morinda citrifolia (noni fruit) is a superior free radical fighter*

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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