Structural System

The Structural System

The structural system is made up of bones, teeth, muscles and connective tissues (tendons, ligaments). Its prime function is to provide the body with form and frame, and to give the body the ability to move and work. Calcium, one of the most abundant minerals in the body, is used constantly to replace
old bone tissue. Imbalances in the structural system often affect the nervous, circulatory and urinary systems.

The other side of this system is skin, nails and hair. Skin, the largest organ of the body, shields the body from the outside environment while also acting as a cooling system. Skin, nails and hair need to be supported nutritionally from the inside and cleansed from the outside to help rid the body of toxins and maintain good health

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Herbs and Herbal Combinations that affect the structural system include:

APS II Nutritionally supports the nervous and structural systems. Contains the important
herb, white willow bark, from which the pain-reliever Aspirin®, was discovered.
Contains 350 mg of the finest white willow bark, wild lettuce leaves, hops flower and capsicum fruit.

ART-A Nutritionally supports the structural system. This combination contains the important ingredient, white willow bark, from which the pain-reliever, Aspirin®, was discovered. The other important ingredient, Devil’s Claw, is a famous South African herb with 250 years of folk history for relieving joint pain and swelling.
Ingredients:bromelain, white willow bark, yucca root, devil’s claw root,
marshmallow root, celery seed, alfalfa herb, yarrow flowers, capsicum fruit, burdock root and nettle herb and rosemary leaves.

Herbal CA Herbal CA provides the body with natural sources of calcium, magnesium and
silicon. Magnesium works synergistically with calcium, and silicon strengthens body tissues, including the sheath that surrounds nerves. Herbal CA also contains natural
sources of vitamins A and C. A key ingredient of this formula, alfalfa herb, is noted
for its high mineral content.
Ingredients: alfalfa herb, marshmallow root, plantain herb, Irish moss plant, oatstraw
stem, wheatgrass herb, and hops flowers.

Cal/Mag plus D Calcium is essential to the health of bones, teeth and muscles, and plays an essential role in blood clotting and nerve health. Magnesium activates more than 300 enzymes in the body and, with calcium, affects nerve and muscle functions. Receiving adequate calcium is important to prevent osteoporosis. Calcium and magnesium have a natural affinity and when ingested together in proper proportion, they are utilized more efficiently by the body. Vitamin D is also an important co-factor in the utilization of calcium and helps increase intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphorus.

Chewable
Calcium Chewable Calcium with Magnesium provides all the goodness of these two important minerals in a tasty chewable tablet flavoured with natural raspberry, blueberry and banana. Sweetened with fructose it calcium is ideal for those who have difficulty in swallowing tablets. Calcium is essential to the health of bones, teeth and muscles, and plays an essential role in blood clotting and nerve health. Magnesium activates more than 300 enzymes in the body and, with calcium, affects nerve and muscle functions.
This formula also includes the minerals zinc, copper and manganese to aid in the
absorption and utilization of calcium.

Chondroitin Chondroitin, a component of collagen, gives cartilage its amazing properties of
resilience and shock absorption. A drop in the production of chrondroitin is caused
by age and poor nutrition.
"Since they are substances that we already consume, and produce in very small
quantities in our bodies, glucosamine and chondroitin sulfates have no known
significant side effect. This amazing fact stands in stark contrast to painkillers such as
non-steroidal anti-inflammatories and cortisone injections, which can wreak havoc
on your body" says Dr. Jason Theodosakis, author of The Arthritis Cure.

Devil's Claw Devil’s Claw is the powdered, dried tuber of Harpagophytum procumbens, a
plant indigenous to Southern and Eastern Africa. It bears a characteristic large,
hooked, claw-like fruit.
Devil’s Claw is used as an anti-inflammatory and a painkiller in joint problems.

Glucosamine An important building block used in the repair of connective tissue, glucosamine is
naturally present in joint cartilage. But as we age, the amount of glucosamine
decreases. It’s not uncommon for people suffering from joint problems to find they
have a glucosamine deficiency.

HSN-W This formula is designed to supplement nutrients for the protective tissues of the
body, particularly the hair, skin and nails. This combination is high in nutrients
necessary for structural system maintenance: silicon, sodium, chromium, iron,
magnesium, potassium, selenium, vitamin A and zinc.
Ingredients: dulse plant, ginger root, sage leaves and rosemary herb.

KB-C Chinese combination that nutritional supports the urinary and structural systems.
Ingredients; eucommia bark, cistanche herb, achyranthes root, dipsacus root,
drynaria rhizome, hoelen plant, morinda root, rehmannia root, astragalus root, cornus fruit, dang gui root, dioscorea root, epimedium, ligustrum fruit, liquidambar fruit, lycium fruit, Panax ginseng root, and atractylodes rhizome.

PLS-II Provides nutritional support to the intestinal and structural systems. A good source
of cobalt, silicon, sodium and niacin.
Ingredients:slippery elm bark, marshmallow root, golden seal root and fenugreek seed.

Target Endurance Target Endurance nutritionally supports the physiological needs of body systems
involved in strenuous activity. Organic target minerals are chelated to specific amino
acids, which makes them more readily absorbed by the body. In this formula,
copper, potassium and zinc are chelated to the amino acids arginine, leucine and
glycine, all of which are required to produce energy in the cells. Copper and zinc are
balanced for optimal use by the body. Potassium is also important in the transmission of nerve impulses, muscle contractions and blood pressure regulation. As for zinc,rather large amounts are stored in the bones and muscles, as well as the prostate and retina. Zinc appears to be easily depleted and is important for many enzyme functions.
Ingredients: Target-Minerals of copper, potassium and zinc are chelated to the
amino acids which are required to produce energy in the mitochondria of cells.
Target-minerals are hydrolyzed vegetable proteinates. As chelates, these minerals
are readily absorbed and targeted to specific body systems. The Target-Minerals
have been combined with a unique blend of calcium (12.75 mg), copper (0.3 mg),
potassium (12.275 mg), and phosphorus, Siberian ginseng root, ginger root, ginkgo
leaves, schizandra fruit, licorice root, capsicum fruit and l-glutamine.
Each capsule provides: Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), 3 mg; Vitamin
B12 (cyanocobalamin), 5 mcg; Vitamin C (ascorbic acid), 15 mg; Folic acid, 25
mcg; Niacinamide, 4 mg; Potassium (amino acid chelate), 12.2 mg; Pantothenic acid
(d-calcium pantothenate), 4.5 mg; and, Zinc (proteinate), 0.725 mg

White oak Bark White oak contains the minerals manganese, calcium and zinc. It is a strong astringent that is used to stop diarrhea, cause capillaries to constrict and reduce bleeding and is used for varicose veins.

Yucca Classification: Bitter herb
Yucca is a plant familiar to most people who have travelled or lived in the southwest
U.S.A. or Mexico, where it grows abundantly. A member of the lily family, the plant is also known by the names Soap Root, Spanish Bayonet, Spanish Dagger and
others. The reference to soap comes from the long historical use of the plants’ roots
as a foaming cleanser. The Natives of the southwest made wide use of its special
properties, using it not only for its nutritional value but also to make sandals, belts,
baskets, ropes, cords and mats. Some Natives, namely the Hopi, Papago and Utes
still use yucca for these purposes. Yucca contains large amounts of the steroid
saponin, which accounts for its lathering ability. The plant provides nutritional
support to the structural system. The herb is a good source of calcium, riboflavin,
thiamin and zinc.

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APS II	Nutritionally supports the nervous and structural systems. Contains the important herb, white willow bark, from which the pain-reliever Aspirin®, was discovered. Contains 350 mg of the finest white willow bark, wild lettuce leaves, hops flower and capsicum fruit.
ART-A	Nutritionally supports the structural system. This combination contains the important ingredient, white willow bark, from which the pain-reliever, Aspirin®, was discovered. The other important ingredient, Devil’s Claw, is a famous South African herb with 250 years of folk history for relieving joint pain and swelling. Ingredients:bromelain, white willow bark, yucca root, devil’s claw root, marshmallow root, celery seed, alfalfa herb, yarrow flowers, capsicum fruit, burdock root and nettle herb and rosemary leaves.
Herbal CA	Herbal CA provides the body with natural sources of calcium, magnesium and silicon. Magnesium works synergistically with calcium, and silicon strengthens body tissues, including the sheath that surrounds nerves. Herbal CA also contains natural sources of vitamins A and C. A key ingredient of this formula, alfalfa herb, is noted for its high mineral content. Ingredients: alfalfa herb, marshmallow root, plantain herb, Irish moss plant, oatstraw stem, wheatgrass herb, and hops flowers.
Cal/Mag plus D	Calcium is essential to the health of bones, teeth and muscles, and plays an essential role in blood clotting and nerve health. Magnesium activates more than 300 enzymes in the body and, with calcium, affects nerve and muscle functions. Receiving adequate calcium is important to prevent osteoporosis. Calcium and magnesium have a natural affinity and when ingested together in proper proportion, they are utilized more efficiently by the body. Vitamin D is also an important co-factor in the utilization of calcium and helps increase intestinal absorption of calcium and phosphorus.
Chewable Calcium	Chewable Calcium with Magnesium provides all the goodness of these two important minerals in a tasty chewable tablet flavoured with natural raspberry, blueberry and banana. Sweetened with fructose it calcium is ideal for those who have difficulty in swallowing tablets. Calcium is essential to the health of bones, teeth and muscles, and plays an essential role in blood clotting and nerve health. Magnesium activates more than 300 enzymes in the body and, with calcium, affects nerve and muscle functions. This formula also includes the minerals zinc, copper and manganese to aid in the absorption and utilization of calcium.
Chondroitin	Chondroitin, a component of collagen, gives cartilage its amazing properties of resilience and shock absorption. A drop in the production of chrondroitin is caused by age and poor nutrition. "Since they are substances that we already consume, and produce in very small quantities in our bodies, glucosamine and chondroitin sulfates have no known significant side effect. This amazing fact stands in stark contrast to painkillers such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatories and cortisone injections, which can wreak havoc on your body" says Dr. Jason Theodosakis, author of The Arthritis Cure.
Devil's Claw	Devil’s Claw is the powdered, dried tuber of Harpagophytum procumbens, a plant indigenous to Southern and Eastern Africa. It bears a characteristic large, hooked, claw-like fruit. Devil’s Claw is used as an anti-inflammatory and a painkiller in joint problems.
Glucosamine	An important building block used in the repair of connective tissue, glucosamine is naturally present in joint cartilage. But as we age, the amount of glucosamine decreases. It’s not uncommon for people suffering from joint problems to find they have a glucosamine deficiency.
HSN-W	This formula is designed to supplement nutrients for the protective tissues of the body, particularly the hair, skin and nails. This combination is high in nutrients necessary for structural system maintenance: silicon, sodium, chromium, iron, magnesium, potassium, selenium, vitamin A and zinc. Ingredients: dulse plant, ginger root, sage leaves and rosemary herb.
KB-C	Chinese combination that nutritional supports the urinary and structural systems. Ingredients; eucommia bark, cistanche herb, achyranthes root, dipsacus root, drynaria rhizome, hoelen plant, morinda root, rehmannia root, astragalus root, cornus fruit, dang gui root, dioscorea root, epimedium, ligustrum fruit, liquidambar fruit, lycium fruit, Panax ginseng root, and atractylodes rhizome.
PLS-II	Provides nutritional support to the intestinal and structural systems. A good source of cobalt, silicon, sodium and niacin. Ingredients:slippery elm bark, marshmallow root, golden seal root and fenugreek seed.
Target Endurance	Target Endurance nutritionally supports the physiological needs of body systems involved in strenuous activity. Organic target minerals are chelated to specific amino acids, which makes them more readily absorbed by the body. In this formula, copper, potassium and zinc are chelated to the amino acids arginine, leucine and glycine, all of which are required to produce energy in the cells. Copper and zinc are balanced for optimal use by the body. Potassium is also important in the transmission of nerve impulses, muscle contractions and blood pressure regulation. As for zinc,rather large amounts are stored in the bones and muscles, as well as the prostate and retina. Zinc appears to be easily depleted and is important for many enzyme functions. Ingredients: Target-Minerals of copper, potassium and zinc are chelated to the amino acids which are required to produce energy in the mitochondria of cells. Target-minerals are hydrolyzed vegetable proteinates. As chelates, these minerals are readily absorbed and targeted to specific body systems. The Target-Minerals have been combined with a unique blend of calcium (12.75 mg), copper (0.3 mg), potassium (12.275 mg), and phosphorus, Siberian ginseng root, ginger root, ginkgo leaves, schizandra fruit, licorice root, capsicum fruit and l-glutamine. Each capsule provides: Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), 3 mg; Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin), 5 mcg; Vitamin C (ascorbic acid), 15 mg; Folic acid, 25 mcg; Niacinamide, 4 mg; Potassium (amino acid chelate), 12.2 mg; Pantothenic acid (d-calcium pantothenate), 4.5 mg; and, Zinc (proteinate), 0.725 mg
White oak Bark	White oak contains the minerals manganese, calcium and zinc. It is a strong astringent that is used to stop diarrhea, cause capillaries to constrict and reduce bleeding and is used for varicose veins.
Yucca	Classification: Bitter herb Yucca is a plant familiar to most people who have travelled or lived in the southwest U.S.A. or Mexico, where it grows abundantly. A member of the lily family, the plant is also known by the names Soap Root, Spanish Bayonet, Spanish Dagger and others. The reference to soap comes from the long historical use of the plants’ roots as a foaming cleanser. The Natives of the southwest made wide use of its special properties, using it not only for its nutritional value but also to make sandals, belts, baskets, ropes, cords and mats. Some Natives, namely the Hopi, Papago and Utes still use yucca for these purposes. Yucca contains large amounts of the steroid saponin, which accounts for its lathering ability. The plant provides nutritional support to the structural system. The herb is a good source of calcium, riboflavin, thiamin and zinc.