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GABA Gamma-amino butyl acid

An amino acid. Keywords: Blood pressure, epilepsy, IQ, soothing, anxiety, and senile decay.

Garcinia cambogia

The fruit from this plant can be used as a slimming product, to repress the appetite, and to lower the conversion of carbohydrates into fat and cholesterol.

Garlic - Allium sativum

Herb used for infections - bacterial, viral, or fungal - to detoxify the body and strengthen the blood vessels. Contains important minerals. Works like an antioxidant.

A herbal mixture that promotes the production of gastric acid, bile and pancreatic enzymes, so that the food is broken down properly. Effective against constipation, delayed digestion, bloatedness, and nausea after heavy meals.

Gentian, yellow - Gentiana lutea

Bitter substances in this herb promote the body's production of bile and digestive enzymes. It is used against indigestion, gastritis, nausea, food allergies, bad breath, intestinal gas, and colic.

Germanium (Ge)

A vital trace mineral effective against rheumatism, allergies, high cholesterol level, viral infections, and cancer. Germanium has an analgesic effect.

Ginger - Zingiber officinalis

Plant used for relieving nausea and stimulating the blood circulation of the legs. Effective against rheumatism, arthritis, inflammation of connective tissue, travel sickness and morning sickness. Expectorant and antiseptic. Stimulates digestion.

Ginkgo biloba

An herb that is effective for promoting good and beneficial circulation. Used to promote memory and intelligence, and to counteract blood clotting.

Ginseng - Panax ginseng

The root of the ginseng plant is one of the world's most well known substances for strengthening and regulating bodily functions.

Glucosamine Sulphate

Glucosamine is a natural sugar compound found in large concentrations in the body's joint cartilage. Glucosamine Sulphate is used to repair damage and wear and tear to cartilage.

Glutamine and Glutamic Acid

An amino acid. Keywords: Exhaustion, mood swings, cravings, sexual problems, immune system, digestive problems, pollen sensitivity, and liver problems.

Glutathione

A complex consisting of the three amino acids: glutamine, cystein and glycine. This substance is an important antioxidant in the body.

Glycine

Glycine is the one of the three amino acids which are rarest in nature; it is simple in its structure and does not have any L- or D-forms.

Golden rod - Solidago virgaurea

Herb that strengthens the mucous membranes. Also diuretic and anti-inflammatory. It has a soothing effect on the intestinal sphincter. Strengthens and purifies the kidneys. Can be used for chronic rhinitis, the flu, asthma, and bronchitis.

Goldenseal - Hydrastis canadensis

Herb used for strengthening the immune system. It is beneficial to digestion and the insulin balance. Effective against the flu, colds, swollen glands, gingivitis, and vaginal irritation. May be effective against tinnitus.

Grapefruit seed extract

A concentrated extract made from the seeds and pulp of grapefruit (Citrus paradisi). It can be used against a number of bacterial-, fungal-, viral-, and parasite infections. Contains proanthocyanides. Should only be used diluted in water, syrup, or juice.

Green Tea - Camellia sinensis

This tea is rich in bioflavonoids. Appreciated for its pleasant taste and stimulant effect, green tea is also believed to be able to prevent cancer. Used against bacteria, vira, caries, plaque, high cholesterol, and for regulation of the blood sugar.

Guggul - Commiphora mukul

Cholesterol-reducing herbal product. Reduces the blood concentration of triglycerides. Promotes the production of HDL-cholesterol that protects the blood vessels. Counteracts the clotting of blood platelets and atherosclerosis. Counteracts blood clots.

Gurmar - Gymnema sylvestre

Tropical creeper growing in Southern India and parts of Africa. Gurmar can lower the blood sugar and has been used against diabetes for thousands of years. Furthermore, it is used against arthritis and digestive problems, including constipation.