Respecting the Metabolism

Summary

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Editorial .......................................... 3

Philosophy ...................................... 4

Patents ............................................ 5

Ovophospholipids .......................... 6

Memory - Concentration ................ 7

Anti-Stress - Energy ........................ 8

Anti-Aging Intellectual Stimulant .. 9

Sleep................................................ 10

Digestion ........................................ 11

Stimulant ........................................ 12

Hair ................................................ 13

Hair and nails .............................. 14-15

Healthy Tan .................................... 16

Weight loss .................................. 17-21

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Menopause .................................. 22-23

Prostate & HPB ............................ 24

Cholesterol .................................... 25

Eye fatigue .................................... 26

Youth Complex .............................. 27

Articulations .................................. 28

Circulation ...................................... 29

Allergies ........................................ 30

Nasal health care .......................... 31

Vitamin C ........................................ 32

Vitamins & Minerals ...................... 33

Phytotherapy .............................. 34-39

EditorialToday's society places a great deal of emphasis on productivity, profitability and speed. In this context,a healthy diet becomes an almost impossible task. Yet never before have we had such a variety offresh food available. This abundance of food and dietary information does not change the fact thatmost people simply do not eat properly; they consume too much over-refined food, too fast. Refinedfood is very insidious. For instance, white sugar (which is linked to diabetes and triglyceride levels inthe blood, among other things) is present in virtually all prepared foods. We have unfortunatelyforgotten how to prepare food from scratch, using fresh, wholesome produce.

Do you know anyone who eats the 5 to 10 daily servings of fruits and vegetables recommended bythe Canadian Food Guide ?

All the experts agree that most chronic diseases are caused by poor dietand poor lifestyle. Whether heart disease, arthritis, ADHD, type II diabetes,hypertension, or even cancer, society's diseases are linked to inadequate diet.

Nutritherapy came into being in an attempt to respond to thisimbalance. Its goal is to provide the body with vital nutrients ofsufficient quality and quantity to counteract today's chronicdiseases and restore health. The nutritherapy objective, indeveloping specific food supplements, is to provide everyonewith the means to enjoy life to the full.

Jean-Yves Dionne BSc Pharm.

NUTRITION : A Natural choice

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Respecting the Metabolism

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Health has always been a major concern for Man over the ages.

Each civilization and each era in history have developed a medical care system based ontheir culture, knowledge and needs. The Western system developed a technical-basedapproach to health. The West, confident in its knowledge of chemistry, has overlooked thefact that the human body is governed by biochemical dictates. The difference between thesetwo concepts is the Greek word βιοσ or ‘bios’ meaning “life”.

This conventional approach to health has undoubtedly brought about significant results,while, at the same time:

• Overlooking Man as a whole entity;• Failing to integrate overall prevention;• Disregarding Man’s metabolism;• Ignoring cellular aging;• Simply focusing on the symptoms prevalent in modern civilization's illnesses and

malaises while foregoing the causes.

Consequently, the conventional approach is now bearing the brunt of its limitations.

Epidemiological studies and research in nutrition conducted over the last 25 years haveshown that only naturally structured, highly metabolizable molecules, are able to deeplyaffect the body and restore its basic biochemical balance.

Yves PONROY Laboratories has been treading this path for the last 25 years, in conjunctionwith the largest public research organizations, as a means of developing a nutritherapy pro-totype capable of acting as a health model for the third millennium.

Yves PONROY, founder of the Ponroy Health Group

Patents

Dietary compounds high in long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acid (LC-PUFA) phospholipids,vitamin E and magnesium for sleep disorders.

Use of LC-PUFA-rich phospholipids (to regulate melatonin synthesis), vitamins, minerals andtrace elements to improve sleep quality at night and alertness during the day, as well asmemory and learning ability.

Use of vegetable oil stearidonic acid to offset the effects of aging.

Use of LC-PUFA-rich phospholipids, antioxidants and fish oil in the composition of foodsupplements or anti-aging medication.

Use of plasmalogens in neurodegenerative disease.

Use of phospholipids high in n-3 fatty acids in the diet of premature or low-weight infants.

Use of ovophospholipids in products for delicate or undernourished patients (prematureinfants, the elderly, children with learning difficulties).

Phospholipid/fish oil combination to improve eyesight problems.

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List of French andOther Patents

Ovophospholipids®

Ovophospholipids®, a world exclusive from Yves Ponroy Laboratories, are the product of 25 years of research, conducted with major public research organizations. In 1999, the European FDA recognized their viability with regard to the functionality of the central nervous system.

Numerous international clinical studies have warranted the interest shown Ovophospholipids® inimproving cognitive disorders (learning abilities, memory of recent events, concentration),behavioural disorders (agitation, nervousness, hyperactivity) and sleep disorders.

Ovophospholipids® have also displayed their effectiveness in fighting the aging of the brain(age-related fatigue, loss of memory) and in regenerating the retina.

One feature of Ovophospholipids® is their similarity in structure and composition with thecerebral phospholipids that make up our nerve cell membranes.

Ovophospholipids® have the ability to rejuvenate impaired phospholipid membranes over time andrestore basic membrane properties by protecting the cells and ensuring a fluid neuron exchange.

Therefore, Ovophospholipids® ensure the release of neuro-transmitters (serotonin, melatonin, dopamine…) and help in theflow of information to and from the brain.

Ovophospholipids® are revolutionary to alternative medicine asthey give way to very exciting perspectives in restoring majorbrain and intellectual functions.

Flavien Gérard, Pharmacist-in-charge

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The Marine Capsule : this logo guarantees a capsulation process with naturalsea-based components. Our new technique is an improvement and enhances thebioavailability of active ingredients.

LERITONE JuniorIndicationDeveloped in accordance with the latest discoveries in nutrition, LERITONE Junior contains valuablenutrients for invigorating the body and enhancing intellectual capacities.

Exams or activities requiring intense intellectual activity are demanding on the body. One must main-tain one’s mind and body in optimal shape.

Formulation• An innovation of Yves Ponroy Laboratories, Ovophospholipids® provide specific fatty acids

required for the proper performance of the body. Benefits are progressive with regard to memory and concentration. Several patents and numerous studies substantiate the interestgenerated by these substances.

• B group vitamins stimulate brain activity and allow the body to re-energize. • Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that protects the cells and improves brain function.

Directions for Use2 capsules daily at breakfast for 2 months.To be renewed 2 or 3 times during the school year.Can be taken for long periods of time.

• 57.5% better attention span in children• Decrease in tiredness: 78% positive results

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MemoryConcentration

LERITONE Adult IndicationLERITONE Adult is a special, synergistically designed formula for coping with the stressassociated with an active lifestyle. Stress and the pace of modern living, easily lead peopleto burn out. Our laboratories have developed this adult formula to help people relax andremain fit, thereby enabling them to cope serenely with the demands of daily living.

Formulation• A patented innovation from Yves Ponroy Laboratories, Ovophospholipids® provide specific, directly

available fatty acids. These are 100% natural substances that help the body overcome exhaustion and regain balance and vitality.

• Ashwaganda, cordyceps, American ginseng and suma (Brasilian ginseng) improve resistance to stress, decrease fatigue and strengthen the immune system. The interest shown by several scientific studies in this area has thereby been warranted.

• Velvet antler is a source of growth factors capable of stimulating cellular reconstruction andreinforcing the immune system’s defence mechanisms.

Directions for Use1 to 2 capsules daily at breakfast for 2 months.Renewable if required. Can be taken for long periods of time.

• Improves mood disorders in 74% of all cases• Decrease in tiredness: 76% positive results

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Anti-Stress - Energy

LERITONE SEIndicationLERITONE SE provides essential nutrients for sustaining proper intellectual activity. The memorydepends on the proper performance of the brain and its neuron connections. However, poor eatinghabits and aging disrupt this process, causing a decline in memory and alertness.

Formulation• Ovophospholipids®, an Yves Ponroy exclusive, are basically made up of lecithin (phosphatidyl

choline), a memory support agent. Ovophospholipids® constitute a natural food for the brain and their benefits extend far beyond the brain. Moreover, they enhance concentration andstimulate intellectual activity.

• Selenium is part of a potent antioxidant complex with vitamins E and C and beta-carotene and polyphenols in grapes. Theses elements simultaneously protect brain structures.

• Fish meat oil, rich in Omega 3 fatty acids and citrus flavonoids, promotes microcirculation in the brain.

Directions for Use2 capsules daily at breakfast for 2 months.To be renewed if necessary. Can be taken for long periods of time.

• 72% effect on alertness• 75% effect on memory of recent events • 75% effect on fatigue

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Intellectual Anti-Aging Stimulant

LERITONE Magnesium IndicationLERITONE Magnesium is a nutritional supplement whose in-depth action enables a natural,quality sleep-time. One out of every three people suffers from sleep disorders. Sleepdisorders appear in the form of insomnia, trouble falling to sleep, waking up frequently,tiredness upon rising and lack of keenness during the day.

Formulation• An innovative product from Yves Ponroy Laboratories, Ovophospholipids® provide the specific fatty

acids involved in metabolizing melatonin (the “sleep” hormone). A patent has been issued to Yves Ponroy Laboratories allowing Ovophospholipids® to be used for enhancing the quality of nighttime sleep and daytime alertness.

• Magnesium exhibits relaxing properties on the nervous system and the muscles.• Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that protects the cell membranes from the harmfuleffects of free radicals.

Directions for Use2 capsules daily at evening meal for a minimum of 2 months. Can be taken over long periods of time.Excellent tolerability. No side effects and non addictive.

• Reduces sleep-induction by 46 minutes• Increases sleep time by 1 hour and 50 minutes.

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Sleep

EffidigestIndicationEffidigest is a natural alternative. It makes digestion easier and quickly eases stomachdiscomfort after meals. Stress, fast eating habits or huge portions served at meals, slowdown and disrupt the digestive process, resulting in heaviness, acidity, bloating, anddrowsiness. Effidigest acts in less than 15 minutes.

Formulation• Specific digestive enzymes (papain and amylase) help break down food, especially proteins and

carbohydrates. Heavy foods are pre-digested and do not remain long in the stomach. • Lactic yeast provides amino acids, vitamin C and B group vitamins. Lactic yeast affects bowel

transit time. • Lactic fermentation agents are viable bacteria that support the function of natural intestinal flora

with regard to bowel transit time and the final digestive process.

Directions for Use• Immediate action after meals: dilute one (1) envelope of powder in half a glass of water.• Prolonged action: dilute one (1) envelope at the two (2) main meals of the day for a minimum of 15 days.

• 76% effect on the length of digestion• 74% effect on bloating• 78% effect on heaviness• 72% effect on drowsiness after meals

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Force GIndicationForce G is a stimulant and a tonic combining the 3 most effective active ingredients into onesingle ampoule: ginseng, ginger, and guarana. Restores tone, vigour, and vitality immediatelyon the first day.

Formulation• Known for its exceptional invigorating and revitalizing powers, ginseng helps to increase physical

performance. In the Far East, it is claimed to restore youthfulness.• Ginger is known in Africa for its invigorating qualities. Due to its strengthening and revitalizing

properties, ginger is indispensable in fighting fatigue and decline in health.• Rich in caffeine, guarana stimulates the body and improves stamina. Due to its invigorating and

stimulating qualities, guarana is good for physical exertion.

Directions for Use1 ampoule daily in the morning, diluted in half a glass of water or fruit juice. For adults only. Do not exceed 1 ampoule a day. Not recommended for hypertension sufferers.

• Strengthens the body.• Stimulates physical capacities.• Enhances stamina.• Supports vigour.

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Stimulant

NUTRICAP MenIndicationMale hair loss, whether hereditary or hormonal in origin, occurs in a particular area.Beginning at the forehead or at the top of the head, it then leaves the area between thesetwo points bald. This phenomenon called male-pattern baldness can occur as early as age20. It affects one out of two men by age 50. Nutricap Men is a natural solution for slowingdown hair loss and fostering hair growth.

Formulation• Phytosterols and the specific fatty acids contained in saw palmeto have a regulating

effect on dihydrotestosterone or DHT, the hormone causing male pattern baldness. • Highly rich in essential fatty acids, walnut oil nourishes the scalp in depth and restores

strength, volume and shine.• Trace elements (silica and zinc) in horsetail and specific yeasts combined with tocopherols

that fortify and strengthen hair and nails. • Sulphur amino acids in whey (cysteine and methionin) and in the B group vitamins are

essential in thickening hair.

Directions for Use2 capsules daily with food for 2 months. To be renewed regularly.

Nutricap lotionCombined with Nutricap Men,Nutricap Lotion stops hair lossand stimulates hair growth.

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• Stimulates hair metabolism.• Decreases oiliness (seborrhoea) and dandruff.• Fosters hair growth.

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IndicationSince nice hair and nails are a sign of health, Yves Ponroy Laboratories developed NutricapCapsules, a nutritional supplement that regenerates and strengthens hair and nails byproviding nourishment from within. Hair is affected by poor eating habits, stress, andpollution. It becomes lifeless, without volume and brittle. Nutricap helps restore strengthand beauty to your hair.

Formulation• Highly rich in essential fatty acids, walnut oil deeply nurtures the scalp in depth and restores

strength, volume, and shine.• Trace elements (silica and zinc) in horsetail and specific yeasts combine with tocopherols

that fortify and strengthen hair and nails.• Sulphur amino acids found in whey (cysteine and methionin) and in the B group vitamins are

essential in thickening hair. They add resistance, volume and shine. • B group vitamins take part in metabolizing the amino acids found in keratin. They maintain

balance in the scalp area. • Tocopherols protect hair from the harmful effects of daily erosion.

Directions for Use2 capsules per day taken with food for 2 months. To be renewed regularly, especially during seasonal changes.

• 71% more volume and more shine• 94% sturdier nails

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• 91% less brittle • 76% less soft

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Hair and nailsNUTRICAP shampooDeveloped for all types of hair, Nutricap Shampoo combines the nurturing features ofwheat germ oil with those of a very smooth cleansing base. Shiny and light, your hair isfully revitalized.

Directions for UseEspecially suitable for damaged hair or dryness-prone hair.

NUTRICAP balmEspecially recommended for dull and dry hair or hairwithout body, this nurturing balm made from sheabutter, strengthens hair fibres and decreasesbrittleness. Bulkier, shinier and more flexible hairmakes combing easier.

Directions for UseAfter each shampoo, apply a dab of balm on wet hair. Comband wait 2 to 3 minutes, then rinse generously.

DERMA SunIndicationA new generation of nutritional supplements, DERMA Sun is specially designed to prepare,stimulate and prolong tanning. It naturally activates skin pigmentation, moisturizes it, andrestores flexibility and life while activating the tanning process.

Formulation• Essential fatty acids, vitamin B5 and sweet-orange flavonoids make up this cocktail designed to

ensure tissue wholeness. Hydrating agents keep the skin flexible and soft; the tanning effect is maintained and the skin’s flexibility and elasticity are thereby strengthened.

• Copper and natural beta-carotene are the forerunners of melanin. These tan-activating pigments exert a dual protective effect. They decrease the adverse impact of the sun’s rays and limit theharmful effects of aging on the skin by removing UV-generated free radicals.

• Vitamins C and E, zinc and selenium are powerful antioxidant supplements that reinforce the body’s fight against aging.

Directions for Use2 capsules once a day taken with a meal, 15 days before, during, and after exposure tosunlight.Conducive to all skin types.Using Derma Sun does not exclude the use of a suitable sunscreen.

• Prepares, activates and prolongs the tanning effect.

• Antioxidant action of Derma Sun’s active ingredients.Activeeffects

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Healthy Tan

LIPOfluidIndicationLIPOfluid is a 100% natural plant complex used to slim the waistline. Its formula is designedto increase the metabolism and fight water retention as well as foster the elimination of fatsand toxins.

Formulation• Mate is a tonic, diuretic and detoxifying plant from South America. Its active ingredients, in

particular, caffeine, stimulate the breakdown of fats.• Green tea stimulates the body and facilitates the use of stored fat. Being rich in flavonoids, it

activates the circulation and optimizes the elimination of toxins. • Kinkeliba is a plant originating from the Indian Ocean. Its high polyphenol content (flavonoids,

tannins) help to fight water retention and drain out toxins.

Directions for UseOne ampoule diluted in a big bottle of water to be consumed throughout the day or one ampoule straight or dilutedin a glass of water upon awakening, if possible on an empty stomach.LIPOfluid is particularly pleasant to take.20-day therapy to be renewed regularly.

• Fosters the elimination of fat and toxins.• Helps combat water retention.

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CellulightIndicationCellulight is a combination of detoxifying and tonic plant fructolysis, fortified with oat branextract and essential oils. Its original formula promotes the elimination of cellulite and excesswater while limiting the absorption of food fats.

Fructolysis is a unique extraction process that respects the wholeness of the active ingredientsfound in plants and fruits.

Formulation• Meadowsweet and burdock are known for their depurative and diuretic properties and for

reducing fat infiltration. They help to fight local impaction and excess water.• Dandelion and artichoke enhance kidney elimination and digestion and are instrumental in

breaking up fat.• Oat bran helps to regulate transit and is an essential slimming factor. It is also helpful in

limiting dietary fat absorption.• Rosehip (cynorrhodon) is a tonic rich in vitamin C, tannins and flavonoids, with stimulating

and antioxidant properties.

Directions for Use1 ampoule daily for 10 days, preferably in the morning, diluted in a large glass of water.Cellulight is especially pleasant to take.For an optimal effect, it is advisable to drink 1.5 litres of water daily.

• Fosters the elimination of cellulite.• Decreases tissue infiltration.

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Weight loss

Detoxifier SRIndicationInnovative in its field, Detoxifier SR is supported by specific pharmaceutical technologies,namely its slow-release tablet. This provides the body with a continuous supply of active plantingredients throughout the day and, in turn, detoxifies the system thoroughly and promotesthe elimination of water and toxins.

Formulation• Olive leave extract contains glycolic acid whose diuretic properties enable the elimination of excess

water and toxins.• Grape skins and seeds, due to their high levels of flavonoids, increase cellular interaction and

detoxify tissues. Its beneficial action on circulation helps fight against the dimpling of the skin.• Vitamins B2 and B6 are both valuable in metabolizing lipids and

proteins. They are very closely involved in the slimming process.

Directions for Use1 tablet in the morning and at noon with a large glass of water.To enhance Detoxifier SR’s effectiveness,it is recommended to drink 1.5 litres of water daily.

• Helps detoxify the body all day long.

• Combats dimpling of the skin.Activeeffects

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Diet OptimIndicationDiet Optim is a nutritional supplement whose exclusive formula affects the regulation of fatin the body. At mealtimes, ingested sugars may be transformed into fat and stored if theyhave not been burned up by sufficient physical activity.

Diet Optim acts synergistically in metabolizing glucose and in breaking up fat. The body drawsfrom its supply of fat in order to produce the energy required.

Formulation• Green coffee is rich in chlorogenic acids. These acids regulate circulating glucose levels and

reduce glucose production in the liver, thereby limiting the amount of fat being stored.• Garcinia cambogia is a South Asian tree whose fruit bark is especially rich in hyrdoxycitric acid

or HCA. HCA is involved in metabolizing carbohydrates, thereby reducing the amount of sugar being transformed into fat.

Directions for UseAs part of an adequate diet, take 2 tablets daily, 30 to 60 minutes before the main meals of the day. Therapylasts one month.

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Weight loss

• Prevents storing fat and mobilizes the fat supply.Activeeffects

Calory limitIndicationFully complete, Calory limit is specially designed to make weight loss easier: 1) moderatesappetite, 2) reduces calorie intake by trapping fat and food-grade sugars, 3) prevents vitamindeficiency and maintains bodily tone in spite of limited dietary intake.

Formulation• Prickly pear is a Central American cactus whose stems are rich in fibres. Prickly pear has a strong

capacity for absorbing water, thereby enabling it to turn to gel in the stomach. The volume occupied by the gel helps to produce a feeling of fullness, thereby limiting food intake. Prickly pear’s specific structure also causes it to trap lipids and food-grade sugars. Once immobilized, these are no longer absorbed and therefore naturally eliminated along with the fibres.

• Vitamins B2, B3 and B6 respectively are essential factors in metabolizing lipids and proteins whereas vitamin B3 activates the breakdown of sugars and the metabolizing of fat.

Directions for Use3 tablets with a large glass of water, 1/2 hour before the noontime and evening meals or inmoments of excessive craving.

Weight loss

• Controls the appetite.• Reduces calorie intake.• Prevents vitamin deficiency.

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MenoConfortIndicationMenoConfort is a hormone-free solution used to restore well being and vitality at the firstsigns of menopause. Menopause is a natural phenomenon, which affects women around fiftyyears of age, preceded by a more or less lengthy period of hormonal imbalance known aspre-menopause.

MenoConfort has been shown to be effective in treating heat flashes, night sweats, heavinessin the legs, fatigue and mood swings.

Formulation• Ovophospholipids® provide the fatty acids involved in sleep regulation. They are helpful in

dealing with edginess.• Borage oil is rich in gamma-linolenic acid and helps to regulate the hormonal system.• Fish oil is rich in Omega 3, vitamin E and citrus flavonoids and improves circulation.• Beta-carotene, vitamin C and zinc are a global anti-aging complex.• Iron, vitamins B9 and B12 are a great fatigue-fighting formula.

Directions for Use2 to 3 capsules daily. To be taken for 3-month periods. To be renewed as often as necessary. Hormone-free,MénoConfort can be used alone or combined with Phytoconfort or hormone therapy.

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Menopause

After 3 months of therapy:• 55% decrease in hot flashes• 53% decrease in night sweats

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PhytoConfortIndicationIn menopause, a hormone imbalance occurs. Phytoconfort's ingredients act as naturalhormone substitutes and play a beneficial role with regards to the discomforts relatedto estrogenic deficiency, namely bone brittleness, night sweats, hot flashes, cholesterollevels, and dry skin.

Formulation• Numerous scientific studies have substantiated the estrogen activity of soy isoflavones. Vegetable

phytoestrogens bind with the body's hormone receptors. They have a regulating effect shown by a decrease in hot flashes and vaginal dryness.

• The therapeutic qualities found in black cohosh for the relief of menopausal symptoms have been studied extensively. Due to its normalizing action, it affects the release of hormones.

• Damiana is a medicinal plant known to enhance sex drive. Its tonic effect on the uterus reduces pelvic floor prolapse (descent of the bladder) and the unpleasant feeling accompanying it.

Directions for Use1 capsule daily for 2 months. For stronger relief, take 1 capsule twice daily.Can be used alone or combined with Ménoconfort.

• Fosters hormonal balance.• Plays a beneficial role in metabolizing the bones,

sex drive and cholesterol levels.Activeeffects

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PROSTABIOLIndicationPROSTABIOL is a natural solution designed to improve urinary comfort in men. Benign prostatichypertrophy or BPH (urinary disorders) is a frequent illness whose incidence rate increases withage. BPH affects 50% to 75% of all men 50 years old and over and practically all men over 80years old.It has been scientifically proven that PROSTABIOL is effective in decreasing the number of night-time urinations and the feeling of incomplete voiding, without any side effects on sexual activity.

Formulation• Squash seed oil and pollen are both sources of phytosterols that act as a prostate supplement:

they promote and regulate the urinary stream and have an anti-inflammatory effect.• Zinc is an essential trace element that helps to metabolize testosterone (the “male hormone”). • Vitamins C, E and selenium form a powerful antioxidant complex that combats aging.

Directions for Use2 capsules daily at breakfast for 2 months. Renew if necessary.Can be taken for prevention.Improves urinary comfort: 77.5% positive results observed at night and 62.5% in the day.

Improvement of urinary comfort: 77.5% nighttime and62.5% daytime positive results

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Prostate et HPB

ARTERODIETIndicationARTERODIET provides the natural nutrients necessary in preventing and controlling excesscholesterol. Poor eating habits, fatty foods and an unhealthy lifestyle can disrupt the metab-olizing of serum lipids and especially lead to high cholesterol and triglycerides levels, whichare cardiovascular risk factors.

Formulation• Deep seawater fish meat oil contains Omega 3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. Extensive

research has shown their effectiveness in decreasing cholesterol and triglyceride levels and in thinning the blood.

• Allicin or garlic, a sulphur compound, improves circulation by decreasing platelet clusters. • Red wine polyphenols and vitamin E have a powerful anti-radical action that protects the

lipids in the bloodstream from oxidation and prevents deposits from forming in the vessel walls.• E.P.A. (eicosapentaenoic acid) and flavonoids promote flexibility in the arteries.

Directions for Use2 capsules daily prior to the main meal of the day for 2 months.Advisable if taken with a low cholesterol diet. To be renewed regularly.

• 23% increase of good cholesterol• Average decrease of total cholesterol at 0.20 g/L

after 2 months of therapy.

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Cholesterol

OPTIBIOLIndicationEye fatigue, blurred vision, tingling feeling, watery eyes, headaches as well as glare when drivingat night, are all typical problems in today's modern world which constantly require the eyes'attention. To enjoy eye comfort by day and by night, our laboratories developed Optibiol,which acts from within the eye to regenerate the retinal membranes and ward off eye fatigue.

Formulation• An innovative product from Ponroy Laboratories with several patents, Retinophospholipids® provide

specific, directly available fatty acids. These sea-based substances play a role in regenerating the retina’s cellular membranes.

• An antioxidant complex of vitamins E, C, zinc and chrome, which strengthens the eye's natural defences.

• Lutein and xeaxanthin found in marigold extracts are phytoactive agents that strengthen the eye's defence mechanisms against harmful sunlight and aging.

• Deep seawater fish meat oil, which is rich in E.P.A. (eicosapentaenoic acid) and D.H.A.(docosahexaenoic acid), promote retinal circulation and act inmaintaining good visual acuity.

Directions for Use2 capsules daily at breakfast for 2 months. To be renewed if necessary.

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Eye fatigue

• Provides quick comfort• Strengthens natural eye defences.• Helps combat the aging of the eye.

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SELENIUM +IndicationThe SELENIUM complex + vitamins A, C, E and zinc stimulate the body and help preserveits youthfulness. Due to its antioxidant and anti-radical formula, it revitalizes the cells andeffectively fights against the erosion of time. Aging is linked, among other things, to the actionof free radicals that eventually oxidize the cell structure in the skin as they proliferate with time,pollution, and manufactured food products.

Formulation• The effectiveness of anti-aging agents is based on the harmonious blend of selenium,

vitamin E and glutathione. These three anti-aging agents act with the enzymes responsiblefor cellular self-preservation.

• Grape seed extract acts deep within the tissues. Combined with provitamin A, vitamin C and zinc, it reinforces and tones the protective shield of the skin and helps combat free radicals.

• Fish oil contributes to blood circulation, which carries anti-aging nutrients to the cells.

Directions for Use 2 capsules daily at breakfast. Two-month therapy,to be renewed 2 or 3 times during the year.

Youth Complex

• Helps improve circulation.• Reinforces the skin’s flexibility.• Fights against free radicals.

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FLEXIBIOLIndicationThe change of seasons and humidity are enough to make muscle movement painful.FLEXIBIOL is a complete formula whose healing and preventive response is useful inavoiding stiffness and restoring flexibility.

Formulation• Artroleine®, an innovation from Yves Ponroy Laboratories, helps decrease the sensation

of pain and stimulates collagen synthesis and cartilage cell growth factors.• Meadowsweet and fish oil, rich in EPA, are know for their pain-killing and anti-inflammatory

properties.• Extract of bamboo, rich in silicon, and zinc are essential minerals in bone tissue

rejuvenation. • Selenium, copper and vitamins E and C form a powerful complex of natural

antioxidants that maintain the sturdiness and youthfulness of bone tissues.

Directions for Use 2 capsules daily as part of a 2-month therapy to be taken prior to themain meal of the day. To be renewed regularly during the year, espe-cially at the change of seasons.

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Articulations

• Helps maintain bone structure.• Stimulates collagen synthesis.• Decreases the sensation of pain.

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VeinoConfortIndicationVeinoConfort Capsules and Gel foster better circulation in the legs. Standing is a challengeas it must bear the body’s weight. The walls of the veins must ensure that blood is prop-erly directed upwards in the body. Therefore, proper tonus is required in the veins. If cir-culation is stagnant in the lower limbs, swelling might ensue and lead to tingling, swollenfeet and pain in the legs.

Formulation•VeinoConfort Gel provides immediate relief to tired legs and swollen feet, thereby conveyinga pleasant fresh feeling. This natural menthol- and camphor-based complex contains stimulatingqualities and acts as a tonic for the veins on account of its flavonoid content.

• The VeinoConfort Capsules operates from within on the vein tonus:• Citrus flavonoids strengthen the resistance and sturdiness of the vessel walls.• Essential fatty acids rejuvenate the cell membranes found in the vessel walls.• The trace elements found in seaweed activate the metabolizing of the vessel wall cells.• Vitamin C promotes the assimilation of trace elements• Natural vitamin E is an antioxidant that protects the vessel walls.

Directions for Use2 capsules daily as part of a 2-month therapy. To be renewed regularly. Especially recommended for people who do a lot of standing and for menopausal women.

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• Stimulates circulation in the veins.• Provides relief to the legs.

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IndicationPOLLERGINE has been specially designed by our laboratories to decrease the reactions ofallergy-related inflammation and restore balance to the immune system. Adverse reactionssuch as sneezing, tingling eyes or runny nose are all part of a complex phenomenon. Whenconfronted with allergens, mainly pollen, dust and mites, the immune system reacts andreleases histamines causing the nasal membranes to become inflamed and thereby producethe discomforts associated with allergies.

Formulation• The phytosterols found in squash seed oil, zinc and selenium prepare the body for a suitable and

effective immune reaction. • Flavones, Omega 3 fatty acids and manganese limit the inflammatory process that triggers nasal

drip, coughing and watering of the eyes.• The therapeutic qualities of quail eggs for nasal allergies have been studied extensively. Quail eggs

also contain abundant protective mechanisms for the body.

Directions for Use 2 capsules daily in the morning once the flowers begin to bloom (March-April) and until the endof summer (August-September).

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Allergies

Reduce the frequency and intensityof allergy problems, especially withregard to:• chain sneezing• runny nose• watery eyes

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NASAL SPRAYIndicationThe NASAL SPRAY ensures safe and continuous care to the nasal passages, from children toadults. Made of seawater, which contains an abundance of purifying trace elements, the NASALSPRAY helps in secreting mucous and clearing the nasal passages. The fact that the nose actsas a filter to routine dust- and germ-filled air makes it widely open to infection.

Formulation• Seawater solution is rich in trace elements. Hypo-allergenic and isotonic in nature, it combats dryness

in the mucous membranes and clears the nasal passages. Micro-diffusion sprays ensure an even and in-depth distribution of the seawater solution.

Directions for Use 2 sprays in each nostril, morning and night. Especially recommended for nasal care in children, during the wintermonths as well as on a year-round basis for people living in a dryor polluted environment.

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• Gently cleans naval cavities.

• Makes clearing the nose easier.Activeeffects

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Vitamin C +IndicationVitamin C helps overcome fatigue. A powerful antioxidant, it strengthens the immune system, preventsand combats all types of viral and bacterial infections.

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• Vitamin C + GinsengGinseng, rich in ginsenosides, acts as a general, long-term tonic on the body. It increases physical and intellectual performance while stimulating the immune system. When associated with vitamin C, it helps overcome general fatigue.

• Vitamin C + GuaranaGuarana contains large amounts of caffeine, which is powerful in stimulating the central nervous system. The vitamin C + guarana combination have a rapid tonic effect, withouttriggering over-stimulation or nervousness.

• Vitamin C + KolaKola, which is rich in xanthine (theobromine and caffein), stimulates the nervous system and muscles. The tannin content enables the active ingredients to be time-released for long-term resistance, enhanced by vitamin C.

• Vitamin C + GingerGinger, rich in ginserols, is a hot and spicy-flavoured stimulantplant for fatigue. Besides its strengthening and invigorating properties, it is also known to have aphrodisiac qualities. It works synergistically with vitamin C.

Directions for Use 1 chewable tablet daily, preferably in the morning or at noontime.The flavour of vitamin C+ has been specially developed to suit all taste buds.

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Vitamins & MineralsVitamine C 500 mgFormulation•An essential element in toning the body, vitamin C (or ascorbic acid) plays a basic role in numerous metabolic reactions. Bystimulating the body's energetic reactions, it strengthens resistance to infections, makes physical exercise easier and helps to fight the aging process.

Directions for Use1 chewable or effervescent tablet, preferably in the morning or at noontime.The natural orange aroma gives it a particularly pleasant flavour.

Magnesium + Vitamins B1, B2 and B6 effervescent tabletsFormulation•Magnesium is essential to proper cellular performance. It especially regulates nervous impulses and neuromuscular function. Known for its stabilizing and balance-promoting action, it helps fight physical, muscular and intellectual fatigue and stress.

•Group B vitamins complete the action of magnesium, especially vitamin B6 which is an essential assimilating factor.

Directions for Use1 tablet daily to be diluted in a glass of water.

• Restores a relaxed state of being.• Helps overcome nervousness, cramps, and fatigue.

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Combining quality and efficacy, bio tablets represent true progress in the field of phytotherapy. Alwaysintent on guaranteeing you the best possible results, Yves PONROY Laboratories make the followingcommitment with respect to the quality of the BiOrigine line of products :

• Guarantee by the AB Logo (France) “AB” stands for “agriculture biologique”, and certifies that our herbal remedies are truly organic in origin. Our herbs are grown and cared for in soil containing organic fertilizer, plant extracts and minerals. No artificial weedkiller or pesticides are used. Our products are also guaranteed to be free from ion radiation and contain no preservatives. For your health’s sake, ask for organically cultivated herbal products.

• Exclusive herbal compounds developed by Yves PONROY Laboratories and scientificallytested (but never on animals). Each compound provides a natural, effective remedy, suitable for everyone.

• Organic tablets : for the first time in phytotherapy, we are offering organic herbal tablets. The ingredients of this innovative presentation are 100% natural and provide anoptimal concentration of active ingredients for enhanced efficacy.

Directions for Use2 tablets/day (for all BiOrigine products)

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Detoxification – Elimination• Green tea leaves are known to facilitate weight loss. Their stimulating and diuretic properties help to

eliminate water contained in fatty tissues, and also combat the low energy levels that generallyaccompany weight loss diets. The phenolic compounds in green tea reduce the absorption ofcarbohydrates and dietary fat, thereby decreasing calorie intake.

• Ash tree leaves also help to combat water retention and stimulate the body’s elimination processes.

Weight loss• The guarana shrub is native to the Amazon Basin, and its seeds are commonly used by the

region’s Guarani Indians. The caffeine it contains activates the “burning” of fat, allowing the body to shed excess fat faster.

• Apples have diuretic and depurative qualities that promote the elimination of water and toxins. The stimulating properties of guarana and apple fibre also help combat the low energy levels that generally accompany weight loss diets.

“Orange peel” skin• Pineapple contains bromelaine, a proteolytic enzyme capable of breaking the collagen that traps

fat, giving the bump appearance characteristic of cellulite, promoting their elimination and decreasing tissue infiltration.

• Grape skins and seeds, which are high in flavonoids, anthocyans and tannins, also help reduce cellulite accumulations and improve local blood flow. Grape mucilage act as fibre in the digestive tract, restrictingthe absorption of simple sugars and lipids.

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Digestion – Elimination• Black radish root is a rich source of sulphur compounds, such as raphonine. A very effective

depurative, black radish promotes the elimination of waste and toxins. An excellent promoter of liver drainage, it improves bile secretion and flow. It also facilitates bowel movement. Black radish is useful throughout the year, and especially so during festive seasons when overeating can be a problem. It can also be part of a detoxifying regime prior to starting a diet.

Urinary system• Heather flowers are rich in the flavonoids and tannins that help to relieve the pain associated

with inflammation of the bladder or prostate. Arbutin has diuretic properties, and helps to increase urine flow and eliminate harmful germs.

• Dandelion root is a well-known diuretic. Its properties as adepurative help cleanse toxins from the body.

Urinary discomfort is common, and the regular use of thisheather/dandelion combination helps ensure a healthy urinarytract.

Healthy circulation• Horse chestnut bark and fruit are rich in flavonoids and esculosides, which act on venous tone. Horse

chestnut improves blood flow in the legs, enhancing circulation comfort.• The saponosides and rutoside in butcher’s broom also help to relieve heaviness in the legs, as well

as other symptoms associated with poor circulation.

Anti-cholesterol• The allicin found in garlic bulbs is widely known for its role in improving circulation and lowering blood

pressure and “bad” cholesterol levels.• Olive leaves, which are high in flavonoids and oleuropesides, have a similar beneficial action. This garlic/olive

leaf combination is therefore useful in promoting healthy arteries, particularly for people who are prone to high blood pressure and elevated cholesterol levels.

“Heaviness” in the legs• Red vine leaves contain anthocyans, flavonoids and tannins that have a beneficial action on blood

circulation. Red vine leaves help strengthen vein walls and reduce permeability. They facilitate blood return, thus helping to soothe feelings of heavinessin the legs, swollen ankles and tired feet.

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Joint support• Devil's claw root is high in glucoiridoids, which are known to be beneficial in cases of joint pain.

It improves joint mobility and flexibility, and also helps to eliminate uric acid.• Meadowsweet flower heads are rich in salicylic acid and flavonoids. They help relieve the

stiffness, painful movement and discomfort of joints.

Bone support• Horsetail is one of the best-known plants known for restoring mineral levels, and a very rich

source of silica and mineral salts. It helps fortify and solidify bones, and is therefore veryuseful during growth and for age-related decalcification.

• Nettles are also an excellent source of nutrients: vitamins (particularly B), minerals (e.g. iron,silica, magnesium), trace elements (e.g. copper, zinc), essential amino acids and proteins. This horsetail/nettle combination helps to improve the conditionof skin, hair and nails and maintain healthy bones.

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Serenity• The flavonoids and alkaloids in found in passionflowers have a calming effect in cases of

anxiety, stress and sleep disorders.• The sedative effect of hawthorn is also well known. Its flowers are rich in flavonoids, such

as hyperoside and vitexin, which help normalize heart rhythm.This passionflower/hawthorn combination helps decrease nervousness in adults and chil-dren, and is useful for sleep disorders, anxiety and irritability.

Sleep• Valerian root contains an essential oil and valepotriates that have a known calming and

sedative action. It promotes relaxation and a return to natural sleep patterns, withoutcreating dependence or drowsiness.

• The essential oil (myrcene) and humulone found in hops have calming properties that help combat nervousness and insomnia.Hops are effective in cases of agitation, and can act as a mood regulator. The valerian/hops combination is therefore useful in inducing natural, restful sleep.

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Herbal remedies always have something new to teach us in the health field.Our Laboratories constantly seek to provide you with the best in phytotherapy.

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