WHY ALCHEMY GOLD?

The functional ingredients used in Alchemy Gold are specially selected based on their merit for improving health and wellbeing. All of our evidence-based research into these products uses high quality peer reviewed studies published in scientific journals. Here are some highlights.

 

 

  • Tumeric is the new ‘super-food’ and is linked to a whole host of health claims, benefitting conditions such as arthritis, metabolic syndrome, hyperlipidemia, anxiety and also supporting recovery post exercise. The active component in tumeric responsible for these benefits is a substance called curcumin (1). Curcumin is the key ingredient in Alchemy Gold and we have a special system using black pepper and a blend of fats that help you absorb the curcumin even better.

 

  • High blood sugar levels can increase your risk of developing heart disease, stroke, vision problems and kidney disease. Alchemy Gold contains chromium and acetic acid; both of these substances can help you lower and manage your blood glucose levels (2). Alchemy Gold may also help you lose more fat when used in conjunction with a healthy balanced diet and physical exercise (3).

 

  • High levels of free radicals in the body cause oxidative stress. Oxidative stress is associated with ageing, Cancer, Atherosclerosis and Alzheimer’s disease. Alchemy Gold contains high levels of antioxidants, these help bind to free radicals and keep them in check (4a, 4b).

 

  • High total cholesterol levels are associated with heart disease, atherosclerosis and stroke. Alchemy Gold contains citrus fibre that is proven to help lower these bad cholesterol levels in the blood (5).

 

  • Chronic systemic inflammation is a key underlying feature for a range of conditions including cardiovascular disease, stroke and autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. This inflammation is linked to ageing and other co-morbidities (eg obesity and insulin resistance). Alchemy Gold can help reduce systemic inflammation by giving you a boost of antioxidants.

 

  • Alchemy Gold may also help you lose more fat when used in conjunction with a healthy balanced diet and physical exercise. There is some evidence that acetic acid can be good for weight loss. A research study from Arizona State University has shown that when we consume small amounts of acetic acid through apple cider vinegar, it activates the metabolism to help use body fat as a form of energy rather than storing it.

 

IMMUNITY

What is the immune system ?

The immune system is the body’s line of defence against bacteria and viruses that can cause infections and disease.  A well functioning immune system plays a vital role in protecting us from harmful substances, germs and cell changes.

Immunity and nutrition

Nutrients and the gut microbiome are all important in supporting our immunity. Unfortunately the Western diet is prone to lack adequate nutrients which can have high inflammatory effects and a negative impact on the immune system. Chronic systemic inflammation itself is a key underlying feature in diseases such as cardiovascular disease, stroke and autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis.

Alchemy Gold and the immune system

Alchemy Gold is rich in antioxidants which bind free radicals and reduce inflammation. It contains Vitamin C, curcumin and pro-biotics which can all help support the immune system.

  • Evidence has shown that curcumin boosts the function of white blood cells helping to fight off pathogens and keeping the body safe

 

  • The Vitamin C in lemons is a natural antioxidant which enhances the immune system and has antiviral and antibacterial properties

 

  • Evidence has also shown that probiotics have an immune boosting effect and we use apple cider vinegar with its own colony of bacteria that act as probiotics when you consume them

 

 

SCIENTIFIC REFERENCES

1 )  Hewlings S, Kalman D (2017) Curcumin: A review of its effects on human health. Foods: 6, 92, p1-11

 

2) Siddiqui F, Assam P, Sauza N, Sultana R, Dalan R, Chan E (2018) Diabetes control: Is vinegar a promising candidate to help achieve Targets? J Evid Baed Integr Med: 23

3) Kondo T, Kishi M, Fushimi T, Ugajin S, Kaga T (2009) Vinegar intake reduces body weight, body fat mass, and serum triglyceride levels in obese Japanese subjects. Biosci Biotechnol Biochem: 73, 8, p1837-43

4a)Daverey A, Agrawal S (2016) Curcumin alleviates oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction astrocytes. Neuroscience: 1, 33, p92-103

4b)Daverey A, Agrawal S (2018) Pre and post treatment with curcumin and resveratrol protect astrocytes after oxidative stress. Brain Res: 1, p1692

5) Wisker E, Daniel M (1994) Effects of a fiber concentrate from citrus fruits in humans. Nutrition Research: 14, 3, p361-372

(6): BBC bitesize. Disease, defence and treatment (2019)

(7): InformedHealth.org [Internet]. Cologne, Germany: Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care (IQWiG); 2006-. How does the immune system work? [Updated 2020 Apr 23].

(8): Childs CE, Calder PC, Miles EA. Diet and Immune Function. Nutrients. 2019;11(8):1933. Published 2019 Aug 16.

(9) Jagetia, G.C., Aggarwal, B.B. “Spicing Up” of the Immune System by Curcumin. J Clin Immunol 27, 19–35 (2007).

(10) Veldhoen, M., & Veiga-Fernandes, H. (2015). Feeding immunity: skepticism, delicacies and delights. Nature immunology, 16(3), 215–219.

(11) Yan, Fanga; Polk, D.B.b,c,d Probiotics and immune health, Current Opinion in Gastroenterology: November 2011 - Volume 27 - Issue 6

(12)American Diabetes Association (2019) Making Healthy Choices