Vitelle Source 1

Harmonizing Adaptogens for Women

Nourishing blend formulated to energize, harmonize, and support.

A Dynamic Daily Blend for:

-Optimal Energy

-Peak Performance

-Sustained  Endurance

-Efficient Recovery

Harmony + Balance + Energy

Vitelle Source Is a nourishing blend of trusted and well studied adaptogenic plants formulated by master herbalists for Saluz to energize, harmonize, and support the nutrient requirements of women. It is a powerful combination of plants that support fatigue,  physical and emotional stress management, and hormone balance. Vitelle Source includes Shatavari, performance enhancing Chaste Berry + a unique harmonizing botanical blend of Goji Berry,  Raspberry leaf, Blessed Thistle, Partridge Berry, and Motherwort. This is the finest collection of adaptogens possible formulated in a potent tincture aimed specifically at supporting women's health needs.

Ingredients:

-SHATAVARI

-CHASTE BERRY

-RASPBERRY LEAF

-GOJI BERRY

-BLESSED THISTLE

-MOTHERWORT

-PARTRIDGE BERRY

Shatavari (Asparagus racemosus)

The Story

Shatavari is a foundational women's herb used in ayurveda for over 2000 years. It is a well studied adaptogen that focuses on supporting physical and emotional stress. It is an antioxidant and inflammatory agent that also supports your immune system. However it is most known for containing precursors to estrogen, supporting libido and fertility. Shatavari means “who possesses a hundred husbands or is acceptable to many”. Shatavari also has ergogenic or performance enhancing properties as well 

Benefits:

• Longevity
• Libido
• Fertility 
• Depression
• Precursor to estrogen
• Stress and Anxiety
• Hormonal Harmony 
• Detox
• Energy
• Coughing

Clinical Studies:

Insulin secretory actions of extracts of Asparagus racemosus root in perfused pancreas, isolated islets and clonal pancreatic b-cells

Hannan JM, Marenah L, Ali L, Rokeya B, Flatt PR, Abdel-Wahab YH. J Endocrinol. 2007;192(1):159-168. doi:10.1677/joe.1.07084

Stability and clinical effectiveness of emulsion containing Asparagus racemosus root extract

Rungsanga, T., Tuntijarukornb, P., Ingkaninanc, K., & Viyocha, J. (2015). Sci. Asia, 41, 236-245.

Identification of antioxidant compound from Asparagus racemosus

Wiboonpun N, Phuwapraisirisan P, Tip-pyang S. Phytother Res. 2004;18(9):771-773. doi:10.1002/ptr.1526

Chaste Berry (Vitex Agnus-Castus) 

The Story

Chaste Berry Is one of the world's most trusted adaptogens focusing specifically on women's reproductive health and premenstrual symptoms. By reducing the hormone prolactin the body seeks harmony in estrogen and progesterone, thereby reducing PMS symptoms. Studies indicate a  

Supports:

 Clinical Studies

Biosynthesis of Bioactive Diterpenoids in the Medicinal Plant Vitex Agnus‐castus.

  Heskes, Allison M., et al.  The Plant Journal : for Cell and Molecular Biology, vol. 93, no. 5, Wiley Subscription Services, Inc, 2018, pp. 943–58, https://doi.org/10.1111/tpj.13822.

The treatment of premenstrual syndrome with preparations of Vitex agnus castus: a systematic review and meta-analysis

 Verkaik, Saskia, BSc, et al. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, vol. 217, no. 2, Elsevier Inc, 2017, pp. 150–66, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ajog.2017.02.028.

Fluoxetine versus Vitex agnus castus extract in the treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorder

 Atmaca, Murad, et al. Human Psychopharmacology, vol. 18, no. 3, John Wiley & Sons, Ltd, 2003, pp. 191–95, https://doi.org/10.1002/hup.470.

Efficacy and Safety of Vitex agnus-castus Extract for Treatment of Premenstrual Syndrome in Japanese Patients: A Prospective, Open-label Study

  Momoeda, Mikio, et al. Advances in Therapy, vol. 31, no. 3, Springer Healthcare, 2014, pp. 362–73, https://doi.org/10.1007/s12325-014-0106-z.

Vitex agnus castus for premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysphoric disorder: a systematic review

  Cerqueira, Raphael O., et al. Archives of Women's Mental Health, vol. 20, no. 6, Springer Vienna, 2017, pp. 713–19, https://doi.org/10.1007/s00737-017-0791-0.

Pharmacological and therapeutic effects of Vitex agnus-castus L.: A review

  Niroumand, Mina, et al. Pharmacognosy Reviews, vol. 12, no. 23, Wolters Kluwer India Pvt. Ltd, 2018, pp. 103–14, https://doi.org/10.4103/phrev.phrev_22_17.

Vitex agnus castus essential oil and menopausal balance: a research update [Complementary Therapies in Nursing and Midwifery 8 (2003) 148–154]

Chopin Lucks B.  Complement Ther Nurs Midwifery. 2003;9(3):157-160. doi:10.1016/S1353-6117(03)00020-9

Double-blind, placebo-controlled study of Fertility blend: a nutritional supplement for improving fertility in women

  Westphal, L. M., et al. Clinical and Experimental Obstetrics & Gynecology, vol. 33, no. 4, 2006, pp. 205–08.

Use of Vitex agnus-castus in migrainous women with premenstrual syndrome: an open-label clinical observation. 

  Ambrosini, Anna, et al. Acta Neurologica Belgica, vol. 113, no. 1, Springer Milan, 2012, pp. 25–29, https://doi.org/10.1007/s13760-012-0111-4.

 Goji berry (Lycium barbarum)

The Story:

 A highly nutritious and very potent berry packed with vitamin A,  C, carotenoids, polysaccharides, flavonoids, phenolics  and minerals. Good for the circulation, adaptogenic, a highly nutritive tonic. Studies indicate that the antioxidant effects are very pronounced in muscle cells after exercise and exhibit a wide range of a positive impacts on vision

Benefits:

• Vision
• Longevity
• Neurological function
• Immune boosting anti tumor
• Blood Sugar regulation 
• Heart Health/Cholesterol
• Human Performance

Clinical Studies:

Lycium barbarum polysaccharide fraction associated with photobiomodulation protects from epithelium thickness and collagen fragmentation in a model of cutaneous photodamage

  Neves, Lia Mara Grosso, et al. Lasers in Medical Science, vol. 36, no. 4, Springer London, 2020, pp. 863–70, https://doi.org/10.1007/s10103-020-03132-w.

Goji Berry Modulates Gut Microbiota and Alleviates Colitis in IL-10-Deficient Mice

  Kang, Yifei, et al. Molecular Nutrition & Food Research, vol. 62, no. 22, Wiley Subscription Services, Inc, 2018, p. e1800535–n/a, https://doi.org/10.1002/mnfr.201800535.

Raspberry Leaf (Rubus idaeus)

The Story

Raspberry Leaf is generally considered a women's herb and is a noted and well used remedy for PMS cramps and is often used during pregnancy and labor in a tea form. The leaf's of berry trees when tinctured properly provide a potent source of plant bioactives: phenolic acids and esters, flavonols, anthocyanins, and procyanidins. The leaves are also one of the richest sources of chlorogenic acid. In various studies, these secondary metabolites have demonstrated antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, cardioprotective, and neuroprotective properties. Naturally high in iron, Raspberry leaf contains fragarine, a plant compound that supports tightening of pelvic area muscles.

Clinical Studies

Antioxidant Capacity and Antioxidants of Strawberry, Blackberry, and Raspberry Leaves

Citation:Buřičová L., Andjelkovic M., Čermáková A., Réblová Z., Jurček O., Kolehmainen E., Verhé R., Kvasnička F. (2011):  Czech J. Food Sci., 29: 181-189.

Biophysical effects, safety and efficacy of raspberry leaf use in pregnancy: a systematic integrative review

Bowman, R., Taylor, J., Muggleton, S. et al.  BMC Complement Med Ther 21, 56 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12906-021-03230-4

Berry Leaves: An Alternative Source of Bioactive Natural Products of Nutritional and Medicinal Value†

Ferlemi AV, Lamari FN.  Antioxidants (Basel). 2016;5(2):17. Published 2016 Jun 1. doi:10.3390/antiox5020017

Blessed Thistle ​(Cnicus benedictus)

The Story

The flowers stems and leaves are used to increase prolactin levels which benefits breast milk production. Also present is cnicin, which is a digestive aid. This benefit is thought to occur because of increase in saliva and gastric acid, therefore also relieving constipation and stomach pain. It is also used to alleviate coughs and loosen mucus. 

Benefits 

-Pain

-Antiinflammatory

Clinical Studies:

Antinociceptive activity of Cnicus benedictus L. leaf extract: a mechanistic evaluation

Ahmadimoghaddam D, Sadeghian R, Ranjbar A, Izadidastenaei Z, Mohammadi S.  Res Pharm Sci. 2020;15(5):463-472. Published 2020 Oct 19. doi:10.4103/1735-5362.297849

A Review of Herbal and Pharmaceutical Galactagogues for Breast-Feeding

 Bazzano AN, Hofer R, Thibeau S, Gillispie V, Jacobs M, Theall KP.  Ochsner J. 2016;16(4):511-524.

MotherWort (Leonurus cardiaca)

The Story

Motherwort is a classic adaptogenic plant, a member of the mint family with thousands of years of documented medicinal use. It is a potent adaptogen containing numerous plant-based compounds with antioxidant properties, including flavonoids, sterols, triterpenes, and tannins that potentially  exhibit a range of benefits including cancer, arthritis, heart disease, Alzheimer's and Parkinson. In some European countries it is approved to treat heart health, stress and anxiety. Motherwort contains a high degree of flavonoids as well as ursolic acid and leonurine which targets heart health. 

Supports:

• Heart Health
• Stress
• Anxiety
• Antiinflammation
• Thyroid(hyper)

Clinical Studies: 

Leonurus cardiaca L. (Motherwort): A Review of its Phytochemistry and Pharmacology

Wojtyniak, Katarzyna, et al.  Phytotherapy Research, vol. 27, no. 8, Blackwell Publishing Ltd, 2013, pp. 1115–20, https://doi.org/10.1002/ptr.4850.

REPRESENTATIVES OF MOTHERWORT GENUS (LEONURUS SPP.): ASPECTS OF PHARMACOGNOSTIC FEATURES AND RELEVANCE OF NEW SPECIES APPLICATION

Sermukhamedova OV, Sakipova ZB, Ternynko II, Gemedzhieva NG.  Acta Pol Pharm. 2017;74(1):31-40.

Leonurus cardiaca L. (Motherwort): A Review of its Phytochemistry and Pharmacology

Wojtyniak K, Szymański M, Matławska I. Leonurus cardiaca L. (motherwort): a review of its phytochemistry and pharmacology. Phytother Res. 2013;27(8):1115-1120. doi:10.1002/ptr.4850

Assessment report on Leonurus cardiaca L., herba

Partridge Berry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea) 

The Story

Partridge Berries also known as lingonberries is a potent “superfood” berry filled with antioxidants such as our bodies major antioxidant enzyme superoxide dismutase but is also complimented with high levels of manganese Vitamins E,C, and potent plant flavonoids like quercetin  and anthocyanins and polyphenols. It is known to promote healthy gut bacteria.

Supports:

• Heart Health
• Gut Health
• Urinary tract infection
• Blood Sugar regulation 
• Eye Health
• Weight Loss
• Longevity

Clinical Studies:

Antioxidant and cytoprotective properties of partridgeberry polyphenols

Bhullar KS, Rupasinghe HP.  Food Chem. 2015;168:595-605. doi:10.1016/j.foodchem.2014.07.103

Mitchella repens (Partridge Berry) contracts uterine smooth muscle in isolated mouse tissues

Protective effects of bilberry and lingonberry extracts against blue light-emitting diode light-induced retinal photoreceptor cell damage in vitro

 Ogawa K, Kuse Y, Tsuruma K, Kobayashi S, Shimazawa M, Hara H. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2014 Apr 2;14:120. doi: 10.1186/1472-6882-14-120. PMID: 24690313; PMCID: PMC3992157.

Lingonberries alter the gut microbiota and prevent low-grade inflammation in high-fat diet fed mice

Heyman-Lindén L, Kotowska D, Sand E, Bjursell M, Plaza M, Turner C, Holm C, Fåk F, Berger K.  Food Nutr Res. 2016 Apr 27;60:29993. doi: 10.3402/fnr.v60.29993. PMID: 27125264; PMCID: PMC4850145.

Overviews of Biological Importance of Quercetin: A Bioactive Flavonoid

Anand David AV, Arulmoli R, Parasuraman S.  Pharmacogn Rev. 2016 Jul-Dec;10(20):84-89. doi: 10.4103/0973-7847.194044. PMID: 28082789; PMCID: PMC5214562.

Evaluation of Bioactive Compounds, Minerals and Antioxidant Activity of Lingonberry (Vaccinium vitis-idaea L.) Fruits

Dróżdż P, Šėžienė V, Wójcik J, Pyrzyńska K.  Molecules. 2017 Dec 26;23(1):53. doi: 10.3390/molecules23010053. PMID: 29278401; PMCID: PMC5943965.

Research Article Evaluation of Beneficial Metabolic Effects of Berries in High-Fat Fed C57BL/6J Mice

Heyman L, Axling U, Blanco N, Sterner O, Holm C, Berger K. Evaluation of Beneficial Metabolic Effects of Berries in High-Fat Fed C57BL/6J Mice. J Nutr Metab. 2014;2014:403041. doi:10.1155/2014/403041

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