ELKEN ESTER C

Ester-C 500 Plus contains Ester-C with Vitamin C metabolites, pine bark extract, bioflavonoids complex and mineral ascorbate that is manufactured using Advanced Patented Technology for enhanced antioxidant properties. Its neutral pH is gentle on stomach.

Recommended Dosage

Adults : 1-2 tablets daily after meals
Children : 1 tablet daily after meals

Available in 30, 60 and 120 caplets.

WHAT IS SO GREAT ABOUT PINE BARK EXTRACT???
Pine bark extract comes from the bark of the maritime pine tree. The maritime pine tree lives in the western Mediterranean and can be found throughout parts of Spain, Italy, France, Morocco and Portugal. Discovered many years ago, in the 1500′s by a French explorer, the bark has helped many people over the last 450 years. Although the reasons for why the pine bark helped many people was not really known, in the 1950′s a man named Jacques Masquelier began to do a more thorough investigation on the beneficial properties of the ingredients found in the bark. This is when the antioxidant properties were discovered. The bark of the maritime pine tree contains chemicals called proanthocyanidins. This is turned into an extract that has antioxidant properties that people can use to benefit their health.

The pine bark extract is typically sold as the brand Pycnogenol. This is not the only form of the extract sold but is becoming one of the most popular. Proanthocyanidins are also found in other sources, including other plants as well as in grape seeds. There is much research being done to determine just how beneficial the antioxidants found in the pine bark extract are to human health. It is well known that antioxidants are wonderful for the human body, however determining how strong the antioxidant properties are in the pine bark extract and how well they work inside the human body is a continued study. Since antioxidants are used to rid the body of free radicals that attack the cell membranes and cause aging and damage to the cells, having as many sources of antioxidants as possible in the diet is important.

Many studies have been conducted on the use and benefits of pine bark extract and some of the studies have shown that it has proven beneficial in lowering blood sugar levels in patients suffering from diabetes. It may also help reduce swelling in those suffering from a condition called chronic venous insufficiency. Many people believe that the antioxidant components of the pine bark extract offer many other benefits as well. Protection against arthritis, protection against heart disease, cancers, and diabetes are all on the list of positives. Also preventing circulatory and swelling problems may be helped by taking pine bark extract. Some people have reported feeling less stressed, having a better memory, feeling less inflammation in their joints and having better flexibility due to taking the pine bark extract. The antioxidant qualities of the pine bark extract may also be the key to lowering cholesterol. Studies have shown that people who consume antioxidants on a regular basis have lower cholesterol levels than those who consume less antioxidants in their diet. Therefore if we begin taking supplements that contain high antioxidant levels, we may be able to ward off high cholesterol and lessen the risk of blocked arteries and heart disease.

You can find pine bark extract in varying strengths and forms. Most vitamin shops will carry the pine bark extract in either a capsule or a tablet form. Make sure that you take the appropriate dosage listed on the label or discuss the appropriate amount you should take with a doctor or pharmacist. Depending on the person’s size, age and needs for the extract, dosages may vary from person to person.
Although pine bark extract may not have been heard of by many, it is growing in popularity and demand. The more scientific studies that are being done with pine bark extract are showing that there may be more and more benefits of this interesting ingredient. Over time we will continue to hear of more reasons why we should begin including this extract into our diets.

 

ELKEN SPIRULINA

WHAT IS ELKEN SPIRULINA?

Elken Spirulina is a highly nutritious health food which is an excellent source of 5 major nutrients (Protein, Fat, Carbohydrate, Vitamins and Minerals) and 4 natural pigments (Chlorophyll, Beta Carotene, Xanthopyll and Phycocyanin). This highly alkaline seaweed can be readily digested and easily assimilated by the human body. It is an ideal food supplement for achieving vital health and energy.

WORLD-CLASS AUTHORITY IN SPIRULINA

Dr. Yasumasa Kodo

2nd Generation Researcher of Elken Spirulina

• President of the Spirulina Bio-lab. Co. Ltd. Osaka, Japan
• Degree in Chemistry, Doshisha University in Kyoto, Japan
• Master's Degree in Chemistry, University of California, US
• PhD in Bio-Organic Chemistry, Oxford University, UK
• Committee Member of Japan Health Food & Nutrition Food Association (JHNFA)
• Board Member of CRN-Japan (Association of Dietary Supplement)

Dr Watanabe (left)

Dr Clement (right)

~ The have dedicated their whole lives to the research of Spirulina

Prof. Huang Ching Yun (Prof. Keiun Kodo)

Father of Elken Spirulina

• Nearly 30 years of experience in Spirulina research
• Chief of the Nippon Spirulina Biology Research Laboratory, Japan
• PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Regular in speaker at renowned Japan universities such as Osaka Pharmaceutical University and Osaka City University
• Head of Mitsubishi Chemical Gas Macromolecule Research Laboratory, Japan
• Research on Triglycerides in 1981, Taiwan which was published in Taiwan Medical Association's magazine
• Social Cultural Merit Award and International Culture Award 2001 by the Japan Culture Promotion Society
• Commandorian Cross of the Sovereign Greek Order of Saint Dennis of Zante 2001
• The first person to construct a pure clean cultivation pool to mass-produce unpolluted and top-grade Spirulina

FACTS

The Effectiveness Of Spirulina Is Endorsed By 20,000 Doctors

SPIRULINA contains a type of blue pigment called Phycocyanin, making it look blue in colour. According to the classification system of plant food group, spirulina is spiral in shape, which gives it its name. It is also known as the 'blue green algae'. Currently there are around 35 types of Spirulina including Calothrix brevissima, Tolypothrix tenuis, Aulosira fertillissima, Anaba-circularis etc. However, only those with larger dimensions, stronger replicative capabilities and higher protein content are classified into the food group.

Spirulina with larger dimensions which can be consumed by humans are: Arthropira, Arthropira (Spirulina) Maxima and Arthropira (Spirulina) Platensis. Spirulina's composition of balanced nutrition is perfect for humans because it contains:

100% Alkaline	4 Natural Pigments	5 Major Nutrients
A healthy body is slightly alkaline (pH 7.3-7.4)	Chlorophyll a (500-2000mg) Beta-Carotene (100-400mg) Xanthophyll (80-100mg) Phycocyanin (2000-7000mg)	Vitamins	Minerals	Protein (60%-70%) (Amino Acid)	Fat (3%-9%) (Lipid)	Carbohydrate (1%-5%)
		Beta-Carotene (30-260mg)   B1 (2-5mg)   B2 (3-5mg)   B6 (0.3-0.8mg)   B12 (0.05-0.3mg)   E (5-30mg)   Niacin (8-18mg)   Inositol (50-100mg) Pantothenic Acid (0.1-1.0mg)   Folic Acid (4-90µg)   K   H   Others	Calcium (90-200mg)   Potassium (200-800mg)   Sodium (500-1000mg)   Magnesium (200-300mg)   Phosphorus (600-1000mg)   Iron (30-70mg)   Copper (2-4ppm)   Manganese (20-30ppm)   Cobalt (0.1-0.2ppm)   Zinc (40-50mg)   Iodine (0.4-0.8mg)   Selenium (0.005ppm)   Others	Isoleucine Methionine   Tyrosine Valine   Alanine Glycine   Leucine Cystine   Threonine Arginine   Aspartic Acid Proline   Lysine Phenylalanine   Tryptophan Histidine   Glutamic Acid Serine	Linolenic Acid   Gamma-Linolenic Acid   Oleic Acid   Palmitic Acid   Fatty Acid   Others	Glycogen (Glucose, Ramrose, Xylose, Lignin) Others

PERFECT FOR YOU & YOUR FAMILY BECAUSE IT CONTAINS: 

1. Ultra-rich protein

    - to restore vitality

    - to increase muscular tissues

    - to enhance overall health

2. A complete spectrum of vitamins and minerals

    - to help overcome diabetes and heart diseases

    - to improve memory power

    - to prevent anemia

3. The world's richest source of Beta-Carotene

    - to repair damaged cells

    - to retard the ageing process via its powerful anti-oxidants

4. 100% alkaline food

    - to relieve pain caused by chronic arthritis

    - to promote digestion

5. Overall Health Benefits

    - to boost brain functions

    - to invigorate the body

FEATURES

WHY CHOOSE ELKEN SPIRULINA?

• Over 12 types of vitamins, over 12 types of minerals, 4 natural pigments, 8 essential amino acids & 100% alkaline content
• Top-grade Spirulina produced by World's first pure clean cultivation pool
• Manufacturing process designed by Prof. Keiun Kodo results in 100% pure Spirulina
• Produced by ISO 9001:2000 & GMP plant certified by National Pharmaceutical Council Bureau

BENEFITS OF ELKEN SPIRULINA

• Provides complete daily nutrition need for the body
• Inhibits growth of cancerous cells
• Promotes body metabolism
• Neutralizes body acidity
• Fortifies immune system
• Improves absorption and digestion
• Reduces circulatory problems
• to boost brain functions
• to invigorate the body

THE NUTRITIONAL VALUES OF ELKEN SPIRULINA

quick supply of glucose to the blood 8 essential amino acids Elken Spirulina high nutrient content makes attaining balanced nutrition easy as it is simply not possible for us to consume a variety of food in large amounts so as to fulfill our nutritional intake. For example, instead of eating 160 oranges a day to fulfill your RDA of Beta-Carotene, 30 tablets of Elken Spirulina is all you need!

• Immortal descendant of the first photosynthetic life form 3.5 billion years ago.
• Only thrives in natural salt lake.
• High alkaline seaweed food.
• Natural super food for this century with highest concentration of unusual nutrients.
• Ideal for fasting, body cleansing programs, athletes, older people, restricted diets & vegetarians.
• A food for all ages.

 

1. Nutritional value is 14 times higher than cow’s milk
2. An excellent source of
3. Contains over 13 types of vitamins and is the richest vegetative source of B12 in the world
4. Excellent source of minerals (more than 13 types of minerals)
5. Contains 4 types of natural pigments including beta carotene
6. Contains all the
7. It is so complete in nutritional value that it is used as food for astronauts.

Elken Spirulina high nutrient content makes attaining balanced nutrition easy as it is simply not possible for us to consume a variety of food in large amounts so as to fulfill our nutritional intake. For example, instead of eating 160 oranges a day to fulfill your RDA of Beta-Carotene, 30 tablets of Elken Spirulina is all you need!

THE KING OF SOD (SUPER-OXIDE DISMUTASE) - FUNCTIONS

• Enhances Immune System
• Helps to slow the aging process
• Restores youth
• Acts as an anti-oxidant

GOOD NEWS FOR VEGETARIANS

Vegetarians cannot obtain sufficient Vitamin B12 as it can only be obtained from animal's liver.
The value of Vitamin B12 in Spirulina is 2.5 times higher than cow's liver, commonly known as the best provided of B12. In other words, it is 250% higher in Vitamin B12.
According to the RDA (Recommended Daily Allowance) of the United States, the Intake of Vitamin B12 is around 2mg, and 3 tablets of Elken Spirulina provide more than enough of that amount.
The function of Vitamin B12 :

• Enhances memory retention
• Helps to prevent pernicious anemia

SPIRULINA IS A SUPER NUTRIENT SUPPLEMENT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF BRAIN

Spirulina rich and balanced nutrients are perfect for the development of brain cells. It is a well-known source of nutrients for children and adults for the development and maintenance of brain cells. Professor Keiun Kodo (The Expert in Spirulina)

SPIRULINA REPLACES HUMAN MILK

Due to the rich concentration of Gamma Linolenic Acid in Spirulina, Mexicans now utilise Spirulina to replenish the inadequate nutrients supplied or even replace the human milk with Spirulina.
The Gamma Linolenic Acid of Spirulina is 3 times higher than that in Evening Primrose Oil.
Function:-

• Helps to prevent the problem of sensitive dermatitis in children
• Moderates blood pressure (to normalize the blood pressure)
• Prevents asthma
• Prevents tumor growth
• Prevents clotting in blood vessels
• Slows down the process of ageing

THE 4 NATURAL PIGMENTS OF ELKEN SPIRULINA - The Best Food For Cancer Prevention

1 ChlorophyII A - sometimes known as 'green blood'
2 B - carotene (Pro - Vitamin A)
The concentration of B-carotene in Spirulina is 40-60 times higher than those found in spinach and 25 times higher than those found in carrots.
1 tablet of Spirulina = 1 kg of cabbage
1 tablet of Spirulina = 18 apples

ELKEN SPIRULINA IS A 100% ALKALINE FOOD
According to Dr. Ragner Berg of the United States:In order to stay healthy, it is essential that our daily meals provide the proper proportion of 80% alkaline food and 20% of acidic food.

EFFECTIVENESS

Causes of an Acidic Body Fluid:

1. Insufficient consumption of alkaline food

2. Insufficient supply of alkaline food for body utilisation

20% Acidic Food: Meat, seafood, grains, etc.	80% Alkaline Food: Fruits and vegetables, milk, algae, etc.
The healthy body is slightly alkaline (pH7.3 - 7.4)

• Safe
• Non toxic & no side effects
• Apparent results

The Richest Vegetables Source Of Vitamin B12 In The World

A) CULTIVATION AREA

     Avoid Contamination from neighbouring areas

B) CULTIVATION PROCESS

     Quality control, pest management, cultivation pool maintenance and usage of pesticides & chemicals

C) PROCESSING

     Maintenance of nutritional content

D) HANDLING & STORAGE

     Quality assurance, product stability & safety as food

E) TESTING & RECORD KEEPING

     Tests for contaminants and poisonous residues

Categories of Organic Procedure

Highest grade: 100% organic - 100% organnic procedure

2nd grade: Organic product -  contains > 95% organic ingredients

3rd grade : Made from Organic Ingredients - contains 70-95% organic ingredients

4th grade : Made from Organic Ingredients - contains <70% organic ingredients

ELKEN SPIRULINA IS 100% ORGANIC

"Organic grown fruits and vegetables are worth the extra money on a number of counts.

    On average, they are 80% more nutritious then commercially grown good."

     Achieving Great Health - Bob McCauley pg. 137

LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL ACCOLADES

1. GOLDEN AWARD BY TAIWAN HEALTH FOOD SOCIETY
2. JHFA CERTIFICATION BY THE JAPAN FOOD & NUTRITIONAL FOOD ASSOCIATION
3. GOLD DIAMOND AWARD BY TAIWAN CONSUMER ASSOCIATION
4. HALAL CERTIFICATION BY JAKIM
5. GMP CERTIFICATION BY TAIWAN
6. DRUG CONTROL AUTHORITY BY MINISTRY OF HEALTH, MALAYSIA
7. NATIONAL BIOTECHNOLOGY & MEDICAL CARE QUALITY AWARD
8. COAA ORGANIC FOOD CERTIFICATION

Research & Development

1. Commandorian Cross of the Sovereign Greek Order of Saint Dennis of Zanne 2001, Greece
2. Social Cultural Merit Award & International Cultural Award by the Japan Cultural Promotion Society Cultivation
3. Certified free of microcystine by Institute of Fisheries Science, National Taiwan University

Pre-production

4. Certified ISO 14001 by SGS, UK
5. National Biotechnology & Medical Care Quality Award, Taiwan
6. USDA Organic Certification

Post-production

7. Gold Diamond Award by Taiwan Consumers Association
8. GMP Food Certification, Taiwan
9. Golden Medal Award, Taiwan
10. Golden Award by Taiwan Health Food Society

Packaging & Marketing

11. National 5S Champion (MRT Sdn Bhd)
12. JHNFA Certification by the Japan Food & Nutritional Food Association, Japan
13. Certified ISO 9001:2008 Manufacturer (MRT Sdn Bhd)
14. Certified Halal by Malaysia Islamic Development Department (JAKIM)
15. Approved by Drug Control Authority (DCA), Ministry of Health Malaysia

Distribution & After-Sales Services

16. ISO 9001:2008
17. Asia Pacific/Malaysia e-Entrepreneur Excellence Award
18. Outstanding Entrepreneur Award by Direct Selling Association of Malaysia (DSAM)

Spirulina is recognised as a safe and nutritious food source by:

• UN Food & Agricultural Organisation (FAO)
• World Health Organisation
• Certified free of microcystins (Health Canada)

ELKEN SPIRULINA VS MULTIVITAMINS

MULTIVITAMIN                                                        ELKEN SPIRULINA                                      

Synthetic with no enzyme* presence                       Natural with enzyme*presence                      

Low Bioavailability                                                 High Bioavailability                                       

Low Digestibility                                                     High Digestibility                                         

May cause side effects eg kidney stone                  Full absorbtion without side effect               

hair loss, blurred vision, liver damage                                                                                      

headaches etc                                                                                                                            

ARTICLES

• Dietician proposes natural products against viral infection (New Sabah Time, 13 July 2009)
  KOTA KINABALU: “With the declining stockpile of critical antiviral drugs like Tamiflu and increasing reported cases of Influenza A (H1N1), it may be time to search for an entirely natural yet effective alternative to halt this potentially fatal viral infection,” a Japanese world expert on dietary supplement has suggested.
  
  
• The facts about fatty liver (The New Straits Time, 16 December 2008)
  HERE'S a myth about fatty liver debunked: it is not a disease specific to drinkers or fat people.
  "Thin people or of average build can also get fatty liver. In fact, people can develop fatty liver even if they do not experience any health conditions such as obesity or diabetes," said Dr Yasumasa Kodo, a renowned researcher from Japan.
  "Today, many adults and even children have increased fat in their liver cells, giving rise to fatty liver. The liver is not unlike a garbage disposal. It acts like a filter, refining and detoxifying everything that we eat, breathe and absorb through our skin, and acts as our body's internal chemical power plant," said Dr Kodo.
  
  
• UC Davis Study Shows Spirulina Boosts Immune System
   
• This effort to fight cancer in Singapore is timely, as cancer has become the number one major killer in Singapore with over 8,000 new cases each year. Last year alone, 4,000 people died from the disease. Doctors estimate that one in four Singaporeans is expected to die from cancer in the future. (Article from NKF website)

* An enzyme is a type of protein produced by living organisms to function as biochemical catalysts

** Spirulina - Micro Food Macro Blessings by Harald W. Tietze Pg 22

RECOMMENDATIONS

Elken Spirulina is an ideal food supplement for all ages, particularly athletes, older people, pregnant women, vegetarians and those who are on restricted diets, fasting and body cleansing programmes.

RECOMMENDED CONSUMPTION

Adults : Take 5 to 10 tablets each time.
Children below 12 years old : Take 1 to 4 tablets each time.
Elken Spirulina is not a medicine but a nutritious health food. Therefore, it will not cause any harm if taken in large doses or taken together with other medication.