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S.O.D. - Superoxide Dismutase

The body produces two kinds of SOD enzymes. These enzymes protect the body from harmful free radicals. When the amount of free radicals goes up, the body increases its production of SOD enzymes.

The bark from the North American bearberry tree (Rhamnus purshiana). Used against constipation, liver problems, gall stone, leukaemia, and colitis. Beneficial for digestion and overall intestinal function.

Sage - Salvia officinalis

Herb used for inflammation of the throat, gum boils, and mouth ulcers. General antiperspirant, effective against hot flushes. Good for sweaty feet. Used for diarrhoea in babies & intestinal gas. Reduces the secretion of mucus and counteracts indigestion.

Sarsaparilla - Smilax officinalis ssp.

Herb used for skin problems, especially psoriasis, liver disease, stress, rheumatism, impotence, herpes, epilepsy, and hormonal- and nervous disorders.

Saw Palmetto - Serenoa repens

Several species. Beneficial to male hormonal balance which controls the power of reproduction. Also used against hair loss.

Schisandra - Schisandra chinensis

Herb. Generally effective against chronic diseases. Used for the treatment of decreased liver function in which the powers of detoxification are reduced. Improves mental functions and physical abilities. Effective against mild spasms and stress.

Seaberry - Hippophae rhamnoides

Extracts from this orange fruit are used for dry and sensitive mucous membranes and many skin rashes.

Selenium (Se)

A vital trace mineral and an important antioxidant. Takes part in many essential enzyme processes. Important for the immune system and effective against micro-organism invasion as well as for promoting good cardiovascular health.

Senna - Cassia senna

A herb frequently used for acute constipation. Used in small doses against liver spots, jaundice, overweight, intestinal parasites, bronchitis, and asthma.

Senna - Tinnevelly - Cassia Complex

This herbal mixture stimulates the production of bile, lubricates the intestines, has spasmolytic effect and strengthens intestinal muscular function. Prevents constipation.

Serine

An amino acid. No reliable data on therapeutic applicability.

Shark cartilage

Can be used in the treatment of cancer. Reduces angiogenesis (the formation of new blood vessels in tumors). Also used for rheumatism and colitis.

Shark liver oil

Has anti-oxidant effects. To be taken both in- and externally. Also used for wound healing and in the treatment of a weakened immune defense, cancer, and Crohn's disease.

Shiitake - Lentinus edodes

Delicious mushroom from the Orient. It contains substances (lentinan and beta-glucan) that can improve the immune function. It is therefore used against cancer, viral infections, hepatitis, and some circulatory disorders.

Siberian ginseng - Eleutherococcus senticosus

Also called Russian root. Generally fortifying herb that stimulates the adrenal function. Used for stress, nervousness, and irritability. Slightly stimulating to the immune system, counteracts exhaustion, insomnia, and mild depressions.

Siberian Ginseng complex - Senticosus Complex

Fortifying herbal mixture against stress. Improves physical and mental endurance, relieves muscle tensions and neural imbalance, induces natural sleep and counteracts nervousness. Is not habit-forming.

Silicon (Si)

The mineral silicon is necessary for the construction of healthy bones and to the integrity and reproduction of connective tissue (collagen). For healthy nails, skin, and hair.

Skullcap - Scutellaria lateriflora

Used for stress-related sufferings such as nervousness, anxiety, sleeplessness, digestive problems, and PMS.

Slippery Elm - Ulmus rubra

Also known as Ulmus fulva. Both white and red elm is used. The inner bark used for inflammation of the mucous membranes of the chest, stomach, intestines, and urinal tract. Has laxative effects, but is still beneficial against diarrhoea.

Smooth-leaved bird cherry - Prunus Complex

Herb effective against all kinds of coughing, both productive and non-productive (with or without expectoration) or for acute or chronic bronchitis. Lubricates the mucous membranes, so the coughing is soothed and relieved. Is anti-inflammatory.

Sodium (Na)

Sodium is necessary to maintain osmolar balance and the acid-base balance of the blood.

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Spirulina – Arthrospira platensis

Spiral formed blue-green algae with a high content of essential nutrients. This alga expands in water. It is used as a diet and sports product because it gives a feeling of fullness and energy. It is also used for pain and infections.

Sports products

The purpose of sports products is trying to optimize the body's achievements before, during, and after exercise and competitions - and prevent, relieve, and cure injuries that arise on account of the sport.

Spurge - Euphorbia Complex

Herbal mixture used against asthma & bronchitis for dilation of the bronchial tubes. Used for its anti-allergenic abilities to prevent infections of the lower airways, to reduce mucous secretion, and fascilitate expectoration of accumulated phlegm.

St. John's wort - Hypericum perforatum

The most frequently used herb against mood swings and nervous conditions. The plant is also administered to combat micro-organisms, hormonal imbalances, and general fatigue.

St. John's wort complex - Hypericum Complex

A herbal mixture used in the treatment of light depression and melancholy. Also used as a tonic against tiredness and chronic diseases.

Stinging Nettle

See "Nettle"

Sulphur (S)

Sulphur is an essential mineral that is a part of a number of body compounds and part of the chemical structure in a number of different amino acids.

Suma - Pfaffia paniculata

A.k.a Brazilian Ginseng, and just as effective as Ginseng. Traditionally used for stress, general fatigue, reduced immune function, inflammations, and ineffective healing of wounds.

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