Zija - More Ingredient Information
Information provided on this page is in summary form only and allergy alerts, and cautions are provided only as is. As with any new food (even organic) care should be taken to ensure proper interactions with pre-existing medications and conditions. Be sure to ask your medical professional if you have any questions.
5-HTP
A naturally occurring amino acid used as an appetite suppressant, anti-depressant, and sleep aid.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May interact with antidepressant, and serotonin medications.
Acacia
Indicated to reduce cholesterol, and to help increase weight loss.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: Reduces absorbtion of Amoxicillin (take four hours apart).
Agar
Gelatinous edible food derived from marine algae and used as a nutritious stabilizer and thickener. Indicated for weight loss, diabetes, and constipation.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: N/A
Allium Sativum (Garlic)
Also known as garlic it aids in healing the cardiovascular tract and helps to regulate blood sugar levels.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May thin the blood and increase bleeding.
Althea Root (Marshmallow)
Reduces inflammation and soothes mucous membranes of the respiratory tract. Also known for soothing the stomach and helping stomach ulcers.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May lower blood sugar levels.
Ashwagandha
Helps the body cope with stress, reduces inflammation, and helps to lower blood pressure.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May interact with sedatives, and immunosuppressants.
Astragalus Root
Supports the immune system through antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory effects.
Allergy Alert: Sensitivity to legumes.
Cautions: May aggravate pre-existing auto-immune disorders.
Atlantic Kelp
Shown to reduce fat absorbtion and provide high levels of iodine.
Allergy Alert: Sensitivity to iodine.
Cautions: May interact with thyroid medication.
Bitter Melon
Naturall contains a chemical that works like insulin to reduce blood sugar levels.
Allergy Alert: Sensitivity to melons.
Cautions: May decrease blood sugar levels.
Buckthorn Frang Bark
Stimulates the intestines to create mild puragative qualities.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May interact with stimulant laxatives, Warfarin, and diuretic medications.
Carcinia Cambogia
Fruit rind used to prevent fat storage, and control appetite.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: N/A
Cellulose
Used primarily as a dietary fibre and bulking agent.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: N/A
Chamomile Flower
Shown to have anti-anxiety, and anti-inflammatory properties with noticeable antiseptic qualities and possible anti-hyperglycemic effects.
Allergy Alert: Sensitivity to ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and related plants.
Cautions: N/A
Chicory Root
Decreases swelling, and is a rich source of beta-carotene. Indicated for liver, and gall bladder disorders, rapid heartbeat, upset stomach, and loss of appetite.
Allergy Alert: Sensitivity to ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and related plants.
Cautions: May aggravate pre-existing gallstone issues.
Chromium
May be necessary for the proper metabolism of lipids and sugars.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May lower blood sugar levels. May interact with NSAIDSs.
Citric Acid
A weak organic acid used as a natural preservative and to add a sour taste to foods.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: N/A
Citrus Aurantium
Also known as Bitter Orange it is used as a stimulant and appetite suppressant.
Allergy Alert: Sensitivity to citrus.
Cautions: May interact with MAOIs. May decrease the body's ability to break down, and get rid of certain medications (similar effect to Grapefruit).
Desert Tea
A natural, plant-base that increases metabolism, and energy.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May increase heartrate, and blood pressure.
Dutch Cocoa Powder
Healthy source of anti-oxidants and the blood clotting vitamin K. It also contains numerous minterals the body needs like copper, iron, selenium, and magnesium.
Allergy Alert: Sensitivity to cocoa, or chocolate.
Cautions: May decrease how quickly the body breaks down, and gets rid of certain medications. Contains caffeine.
FoTi Root
Increases hair health and energy, and rejuvenates nerve cells. Indicated for lowering bad cholesterol, liver and kidney disorders, insomnia, joint soreness, and vertigo. May also have anti-aging effects.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May interact with liver interactive medications, or diuretics. May aggravate pre-existing liver conditions.
Fruit Pectin
A natural substance found in the rind used for removing heavy metals, and drug contaminants from the body through chelation.
Allergy Alert: Sensitivity to citrus.
Cautions: May lower absorbtion of certain medications.
Ginger Root
Rhizome used to reduce nausea, and inflammation.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May interact with medications meant to slow blood clotting. May decrease blood sugar levels. May reduce blood pressure.
Ginseng
Increases the sense of well-being, and reduces stress. As well it improves both mental, and physical performance.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May decrease effectiveness of Warfarin. May interact with MAOIs. May lower blood sugar levels.
Green Coffee Bean
These unroasted natural seeds help to reduce hunger sensations while increasing metabolism.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: Contains caffeine.
Green Tea
Made from the leaves of the Camellia Senensis plant this tea is purported to be very nutrient soothing to the mind, and body.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: Contains caffeine.
Gymnema Sylvestre Extract
This tropical herb reduces the craving for sugary foods by fooling the sugar receptors by reducing their ability to taste sugar.
Allergy Alert: Sensitivty to melons.
Cautions: May lower blood sugar levels.
Higenamine
A natural pre-workout stimulant.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May worsen existing heart arrythmia.
Magnesium Stearate
A white powder used for capsule lubrication for easier swallowing, and for binding sugars.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: N/A
Mecobalamin
Natural Vitamin B12 supplement.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: N/A
Niacin
A form of Vitamin B3 and necessary for body function.
Allergy Alert: May increase sensitivity of existing allergies.
Cautions: May aggravate pre-existing kidney, liver, and gallbladder disease, as well as gout and ulcers.
Orange Peel
Helps vitamin C to work more efficiently, and contains craving cessation compounds.
Allergy Alert: Sensitivity to citrus.
Cautions: May decrease absorbtion of certain medications.
Peppermint Leaf
Used to soothe nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, indigestion, irritable bowel, and bloating. It also enhances memory, and alertness.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May decrease the ability of the body to break down and get rid of certain medications.
Pouchong Tea
A Chinese tea known for its antioxidant, and antimutagenic properties.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: N/A
Pyridoxine HCl
Required by the body for the proper function of sugars, fats, and proteins. Also nourishes nerve, and brain cells.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May inrease the degradation of certain medications in the body.
Rauwolscine
Helps to reduce fat storage during periods of exercise. Mild central nervous system stimulant, and mood enhancer.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May aggravate existing liver, kidney, or heart disease.
Rhodiola Rosea
This cold weather plant may improve physical, and mental performance, and may reduce fatigue. Some studies also show mood improvement qualities.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: N/A
Rosehip Fruit
Great sugar-less source of vitamin C, and has anti-inflammatory, and anti-oxidant effects.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May increase absorbtion of some medications and minerals (iron).
Senna Leaf
Reduces appetite by acting as a stimulant, and has mild purgative qualities.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May interact with stimulatnt laxatives, Warfarin, and diuretic medications.
Silica
Used to help keep powdered foods flowing, and to reduce clumping of powdered foods.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: N/A
Stearic Acid
A natural saturated fatty-acid used as a lubricant, and hardener.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: N/A
Stevia
An herb of the sunflower family it is used as a sweetener as it is said to be 300 times sweeter than sugar.
Allergy Alert: Sensitivity to ragweed, chrysanthemums, marigolds, daisies, and related plants.
Cautions: May decrease blood sugar levels. May interact with Lithium medication. May decrease blood pressure.
Timethylglycine (TMG)
Organic compound that occurs in plants and used to increase cellular energy, and reduce DNA mutation.
Allergy Alert: Sensitivity to corn.
Cautions: May decrease blood sugar levels. Increases effectiveness of diuretic drugs.
Uva Ursi Leaf
Known to reduce inflammation, and for its astringent quality on body tissue. It is also indicated for kidney, bladder, and urinary tract issues.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May interact with Lithium medications.
Vanadium
A trace mineral that increases insulin sensitivity to improve the body's glucose control.
Allergy Alert: N/A
Cautions: May lower blood sugar levels. May slow blood clotting.
Vanilla Bean
Contains small amounts of the B-complex vitamins that help with nervous system function, and regulating body metabolism.
Allergy Alert: Sensitivity to vanillin.
Cautions: N/A
Whey Protein
Globular proteins isolated from the by-product of cheese production, and may contain anti-cancer, and anti-inflammatory qualities.
Allergy Alert: Sensitivity to dairy.
Cautions: May decrease absorbtion of certain medications.
