Scientific Name: Cordyceps sinensis
Cordyceps sinensis, now scientifically known as Ophiocordyceps sinensis is naturally a parasitic fungus. The natural funguses that are gathered for traditional medicinal use are mostly those that infected the larvae of white ghost moths, hence the common name ‘caterpillar fungus.’ However, the Cordyceps used in all JoyAmaze beverages are laboratory cultured in vegetable media. Its natural habitat is the low oxygen, semiarid land of the Tibetan Plateau and has been used by the Chinese, Tibetan and Nepalese as medicinal remedies since the 15th century. The fungus is very rich in valuable polysaccharides, as well as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is considered as an adaptogen.
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Scientific Name: Echinacea purpurea
Its genus name echinos means hedgehog in Greek, in reference to the prickly cone. Locally know as eastern purple coneflower, wild-grown Echinacea purpurea is not necessarily purple in color. This species is indigenous to eastern North America and do grow in southeastern and Midwest of United States. For centuries the Natives American has been relying on this hardy and perennial herbs for herbal treatment; topical and even orally. The biochemical constituents of this herb range from antibacterial, antifungal and antimicrobial properties to defense system stimulation.
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Scientific Name: Ginkgo Biloba
Unlike other gymnosperms such as conifers, cycads, and Gnetales, Ginkgo biloba is the only species of its genus that still thrive today. Known as maidenhair tree, this ancient deciduous species now mostly cultivated not only in its native China and Japan but all over the world, not just for remedial properties but also for its aesthetic look. Meanwhile, wild trees can only be found in two places in China; in Guizhou and in Tian Mu Shan Reserve, Zhejiang. Both seeds and leaves of ginkgo are edible, however the seeds are toxic to children. The prized part of Ginkgo is actually the leaves where many beneficial constituents are present. Among the properties are; free radicals neutralizing anti-oxidants that are believed to enhanced memory and concentration, antibacterial, antifungal, astringent and anthelmintic.
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Scientific Name: Coffea arabica
The coffee bean is actually a misnomer. It is in fact a seed. Normally, a pair of seeds would nestle inside a fruit, usually called cherry. The aromatic java we so enjoy is made from the coffee beans that have been roasted. Green coffee beans are the unroasted beans, and do not produce the same heady aroma or moreish taste that manage to bewitch our senses. Still, green coffee beans, especially of Coffea arabica have their own charm. They are rich in polyphenols especially chlorogenic acids and when synergistically combine with Epigallocatechin gallate, promote lean body mass and improve physical appearances.
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Scientific Name: Camellia sinensis
Green tea, the revered brew of the Orient - from its origin of the ancient China, some 4,000 years ago, spread to Japan and Korea, even down the continent to Vietnam and Thailand. Green tea leaves come from the same plant that produce the golden, astringent brew of black tea – Camellia sinensis. JoyAmaze uses Camellia sinensis leaves that are freshly steamed right after harvest as their powerful antioxidants are well-preserved. Green tea is rich in functional polyphenols especially Epigallocatechin gallate that work seamlessly with green coffee for slender and lithe appearance.
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Scientific Name: Paullinia cupana
Paullinia cupana fruit and seed startling feature, resembling human eyes, gave rise to several myths and legends of its origins. This shrub of the Sapindaceae family originated from the Amazon Basin, especially the northern part of Brazil. For centuries, the Amazonians relies on the seed; roasted and finely grounded to make a fortifying drink to rejuvenate and energized them before going out to hunt, which might last for days. The seed contains polyphenols - tannin, that help sustain the release of caffeine, thus prevent a caffeine crash. In Latin America, this seed is popularly used in banishing cellulite.
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Scientific Name: Panax Ginseng
Among all types of ginsengs, Panax ginseng is the finest type and is considered as adaptogenic herbs. It is a flowering, perennial herb from the family Araliaceae. Panax ginseng is believed to revitalize and rejuvenate the mind and body. Once grown wild in the mountainous region of Manchuria, its’ benefit had been recorded for more than 5 millennia. Its’ benefit to human appeared in “Shennong Ben Cao Jing”, a book that compiled the plants with medicinal use. Its properties were also written in Hindu scriptures, the Vedas. Ginseng was revered by Imperial families to the wealthy people the in the surrounding regions. Ginseng was believed to be consumed as food before it became a well-known elixir. The word Panax shares the same Greek origin of panacea that is pan, which means all, while akos is the word for remedy. Interestingly, they also mean Root of Heaven. The word ginseng comes from the Chinese word ren that means human and shen meaning root of a plant, homage to its unusual human-like shape that is considered as a symbol of divine harmony.
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Scientific Name: Hypericum perforatum
The sunny-colored Hypericum perforatum is a type of hardy and perennial herb that is indigenous to Europe, but is so widespread all over the world. Native Americans have been using this dainty herb both topically and orally, especially in treating snakebites, burns, bruises, wounds and diarrhea. The Europeans believe in its calming and soothing effects to the mind. St. John’s Wort possesses antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties that tremendously clarifying and might help cleanse the body of dangerous pathogens. The species is named perforatum due to its perforated look caused by minute oil glands on the underside of the leaves. Along the edges of its five petals are black bumps that are actually glands that contain essential oil. The genus name came from Greek hyper meaning above and eikon meaning picture a reference to an old practice of placing St. John’s Wort flowers above religious images to avoid evil doings.
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