Specializing in medicinal plants and other nutraceuticals, local company New Roots Herbal offers a variety of natural products to maintain good overall health. Here are four of them that are particularly beneficial for active people.
Organic Coconut MCT Oil: Medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) are fatty acids with 6 to 12 carbons molecules that are more easily metabolized by the body and have fewer calories than long-chain fatty acids. MCT oil - a vegetable oil extracted from coconut oil from organic coconuts - is a source of healthy fats recommended for athletes as it has a high energy density.
Magnesium Bisglycinate Plus: Magnesium is an essential mineral for the proper functioning of the body. It has many benefits, including helping to keep muscles healthy and relaxing after contraction1. This magnesium supplement is one of the best absorbed and assimilated by the body on the market, as it is enriched with taurine (an amino acid that enhances the assimilation of magnesium at the cellular level).
Curcumin with Piperine: Turmeric is a rhizome known for its richness in curcumin (an active molecule) and curcuminoids (powerful antioxidants). This product - a curcumin extract formulated with 5mg of black pepper extract standardised to 95% piperine, the essential compound known to boost the bioavailability of curcumin - is known to soothe joint inflammation.
Strong Bones: This supplement contains a variety of nutrients that work synergistically to help reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis.
(This content was developed in partnership with New Roots Herbal.)
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This article contains general information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice or care. The effect of these products may vary from person to person. Some of the products presented in this article may be contraindicated for you or may interact with your medications. If you are taking medication or are being monitored for a medical condition, consult a health care professional before adding natural products to your diet.