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Brain Boosting Mucuna Extract
Mucuna Pruriens, a natural and non-genetically modified organism (GMO), is widely recognized for its rich content of L-Dopa, a vital precursor to the neurotransmitter dopamine (Karthivashan, Govindarajan, et al., 2018; published in scientific journals available at the National Institute of Health database).
This tropical legume has a significant history of use in Ayurvedic medicine, a tradition that appreciates its potential to enhance mood, boost energy, and increase endurance (Manyam et al., 2004).
The therapeutic benefits of Mucuna Pruriens, particularly related to neurotransmitter function, contribute to its growing popularity in natural health communities.
Mucuna includes a rich array of constituents:
- Minerals: Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Selenium
- Vitamins: Niacin, Riboflavin
- Amino Acids: Including Cystine, Glutamic Acid, Glycine, Histidine, Isoleucine, Lysine, Methionine, Phenylalanine, Serine, Threonine, Tyrosine, Valine
- Phytochemicals: Alkaloids, Fatty Acids, Flavones, Gallic Acid, L-Dopa, Saponins, Tryptamine, Vernolic Acid
- Sterols: Beta-sitosterol, Genistein
- Fatty Acids: Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Oleic Acid
- Enzymes: Trypsin
Suggested Use: Begin by taking 1/4 teaspoon each day, and if no negative reactions occur, work up to 1 teaspoon daily. Mix with water, juice, and yogurt, add to a smoothie, or infuse into a tea. Mucuna may work best when taken together with tea extract.
Mixing suggestions: To increase the flavor and nutritional profile, combine with our organic extra-rich cacao powder.
Mucuna Pruriens is an established herbal remedy in some societies. However, due to the lack of robust scientific evidence about its safety and effectiveness, its use in the U.S. requires medical supervision.
Botanical Name: Mucuna Pruriens.
Other Names: Velvet bean, Cowitch, Cowhage, Cow-itch, Mucuna, nescafé, pó de Mico, fava-, -de-, cowage, bean, bean, itchy bean, buffalo bean, Kapikachu, Yoruba.
Parts Used: Mucuna Pruriens Seed.
Ingredients: Mucuna Pruriens Extract and non-GMO maltodextrin.
Origin: Grown and extracted in India. Packaged with care in Florida, USA.
How to Maintain Optimum Freshness:
This product is packaged in airtight stand-up, resealable foil pouches for optimum freshness.
Once opened, push the air out of the pouch before resealing it to preserve maximum potency. Keep this product in a cool, dark, dry place.
This product is natural and minimally processed. Taste, smell, texture, and color may vary from batch to batch. Go here to learn why our products may naturally vary.
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