The Real Thing
The Real Thing offers a range of organic supplements formulated to keep South Africans healthy the natural way. Whether it’s barley grass, omega oil or an immune booster, all powders and tablets from The Real Thing are made using natural ingredients, which are 100% organic or wild-harvested wherever possible. It’s earth-friendly natural nutrition at its best!
Supplements from The Real Thing are designed to be pure and potent. Ingredients are farmed without herbicides or pesticides, and products contain no artificial colourants, flavourings, preservatives, binders or additives – bringing you pure, undiluted goodness with every dose. Optimal levels of every ingredient ensure effective dosage and great health benefits.
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The Real Thing Anti X 100% Pure Astaxanthin – 60 Capsules
N$405.40Anti X 100% Pure Astaxanthin
The Real Thing Anti-X is nature’s ultimate carotenoid antioxidant for fighting free-radicals! It contains a pigment called astaxanthin harvested from red algae. It’s not only great for oxidation, it also helps to reduce inflammation, strengthen the immune system, and promote healthy eyes. The Real Thing’s astaxanthin is of the highest grade, ensuring an effective anti-aging super supplement!
- Includes astaxanthin, beta-carotene, (d-alpha) tocopherol and lutein
- Potent supplement for fighting oxidation and inflammation
- Astaxanthin is one of the most powerful antioxidants in the world
- ORAC score in excess of 2,8 million μ mol TE/100g
- Effectively fights free-radical damage caused by oxidants, and UV light
- May help improve vision, and protect against age-related macular degeneration
- May help accelerate muscle recovery, and alleviate joint and muscle pain
- Made from sea harvested red algae
Suggested use:
Adults over 18 years: Take 1 capsule of Anti-X daily, either with a meal or one hour before exercise. This can be increased to up to 4 capsules a day (2 in the morning, 2 at night) or consult your health care practitioner. Store in a cold, dry place after opening.
Further information:
Warnings:
Consult your physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
Supplement facts:
Astaxanthin (Haematococcus Pluvialis). 4mg Astaxanthin per capsule
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The Real Thing Barley Grass Powder – 200g
N$291.95Barley Grass Powder
The Real Thing cereal grass supplements are ultra-pure, additive-free and 100% organic. Plus, no bulking agents, chemicals, pesticides and preservatives means you get even more easily absorbed nutrients and antioxidants like chlorophyll. They’re made from the whole grass plant. So these hearty whole-leaf powders contain the wheat and barley grass’ juicy nutrients along with its insoluble fibre.
Benefits of Barley Grass Powder:
- Ideal for people with gastrointestinal conditions, or the need for a high-fibre diet
- Increased energy and mental focus
- Fewer infections
- Healthy blood pressure
- Balanced blood sugar levels
- Reduced incidence of chronic conditions, such as diabetes
Suggested use:
For maintenance, take 1 teaspoon of Wheat or Barley Grass Powder daily on an empty stomach. Mix with water or fruit juice. Dose can be increased to 1 heaped teaspoon three times daily, or consult your health practitioner.
- Blend it: Add one teaspoon of any of The Real Thing grass powders to yoghurt, your choice of fruit and honey in a blender. Blend. Drink. Repeat if desired.
- Spread it: Stir 1 teaspoon of powder into a cup of low-fat, smooth cottage cheese. Season with a little garlic and salt, then spread onto crackers, bread or any sandwich.
Warnings:
Consult your physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
Supplement facts:
100% Organic Powdered Barley Grass. This product is gluten free.
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The Real Thing Bone Revolution – 90 Capsules
N$317.40Bone Revolution
Bone Revolution 1 is a unique blend of mineral-rich sea vegetables, most importantly Aquamin™, a clinically tested form of the red seaweed Lithothamnium corallioides that contains 35% calcium and lots of other skeleton-friendly stuff.
This algae soaks up, filters and pre-digests calcium, magnesium and other minerals, making it easier for the body to absorb. This unique combination product promotes the absorption and the use of the calcium in the bones, and reduces the risk of osteoporosis.
Suggested use:
Take 3 capsules daily with a glass of water or consult your healthcare practitioner. Store in a cool, dry place once opened.
Warnings:
For adults only. Consult your physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
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The Real Thing Bone Revolution Powder 192g
N$258.75Help prevent bone loss and promote bone health. Helps your bones be all they can be with this sea-veg mix combining Aquamin® (calcium and magnesium), magnesium, boron, zinc, selenium, manganese, MenaQ7® (Vitamin K2), and vitamin D3.
Calcium mineral mix with boron, kelp, magnesium, vits c + d3 + k2, rockweed, zinc.
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The Real Thing Cal Mag Powder 192g
N$191.50Cal Mag Powder
Chelated minerals are well absorbed and retained within the cells to deliver optimal benefit. In addition to Calcium and Magnesium, the Cal-Mag Powder delivers a broad range of health benefits, Vitamin D3, Vitamin C (Nutra-C) as well as their 3 mineral rich sea veggies i.e. Aquamin (containing calcium), organic Kelp and organic Rockweed that provide additional sources of trace elements and nutrients.
Suggested use:
Take a medicine measure (5 ml / 4,8 g) daily with a smoothie, fruit juice or water.
For illness or an immune deficient state consult your healthcare practitioner.
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The Real Thing Chlorella – 500 Tablets
N$358.80Chlorella
100% pure, cracked cell chlorella algae. It’s a superfood, a super detoxifier and a super source of the antioxidant chlorophyll. It’s a nutrient-boost and a detox waiting to happen. Precisely what your body needs to help clear heavy metals and other toxins.
Chlorella helps you to:
Detox:
- Heavy metals. The cellulose in chlorella’s tough cell wall binds chemically with noxious heavy metals like mercury, lead, arsenic and cadmium. Then it shows them the door.
- Pesticides. It helps the body flush out hydrocarbon pesticide traces, like DDT, kepone and PCBs.
- Radiation. It helps reduce damage due to radiation exposure. Japanese scientists have been investigating its effects since the nuclear disasters of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Anti-ageing:
- Fewer free radicals. The antioxidant chlorophyll cuts the tissue damage and ageing caused by free radicals.
- More regeneration. The CGF, in chlorella helps promote cell growth and tissue repair.
- More nucleic acids. When you hit your 20s, nucleic acid volumes start to decrease. CGF also boosts nucleic acid levels and so, may have an anti-ageing function.
Suggested use:
For maintenance, take 5 tablets twice daily, at meal times, with a glass of water. This can be increased to 10 to 20 tablets daily. Store in a cool, dry place after opening.
Further information:
Warnings:
Consult your physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
Supplement facts:
Each tablet contains 200mg of chlorella – one serving equals 1000mg (or 1g) from 5 tablets.
100% pure chlorella algae. Free of binders, fillers, additive and tableting aids.
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The Real Thing Complete Plant Protein 620g
N$358.80Complete Plant Protein
The Real Thing Complete Plant Protein comprises mostly of Yellow Canadian Pea Protein, plus our Omega 3 & 6 rich proteins – Pumpkin, Sunflower and Hemp seeds.
We have selected specific digestive enzymes for this formula, that assists with digestion and absorption of protein. Enzymes work with other substances in the body, such as stomach acid and bile, to help break down food into smaller molecules, for a wide range of bodily functions.
The result is a highly digestible protein that has a smooth and creamy taste.
Serving suggestion: Mix two heaped tablespoons with up to 500ml water, fruit juice or blend in a smoothie.
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The Real Thing Ecklonia Cava Extract – 60 Tablets
N$414.00Ecklonia Cava Extract
Ecklonia Cava is the extract for everything, all-over antioxidant complex. It is a unique brown marine algae, which is the source of a patented complex of Polyphenol and Phlorotannin antioxidants. Research into Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity or ORAC scores shows that Ecklonia Cava Extract has eight to over 200 times more antioxidant potential than other known antioxidants.
- Lowers high blood pressure
- Helps reduce fibromyalgia
- Reduces pain in arthritis and osteoarthritis, and inhibits the inflammatory COX enzymes
- Assists with weight loss
- More muscle gain
- Prevents hair follicle death
- Reduces blood pressure
- Reduces allergic reactions
- Better brain function
- Increases alertness and sharpens memory
- Decreases changes of dementia and Alzheimer’s
- Helps with erectile dysfunction
Suggested use:
Take 2 tablets daily (800mg Ecklonia Cava Extract). Store in a cool, dry place once opened.
Further information:
Warnings:
Always consult your physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
Supplement facts:
Ecklonia cava extract 800mg.
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The Real Thing Green Power 90 Capsules
N$308.80Green Power
Get this great wholefood supplement in a convenient tablet form. It’s full of green things from land, sea and fresh water. It contains organic wheat, barley and alfalfa grasses; seven sea vegetables AND chlorella. Now that’s powerful.
- Immune-strengthening, infection-fighting properties that help clear viruses and bacteria
- Prevents inflammation
- Promotes tissue growth and repair
- Counters the effects of radiation
- Detoxifies the liver
Suggested use:
For maintenance, take 5 tablets daily (800mg each), in one serving. For acute stress or illness, take 5 tablets two or three times daily. Store in a cool, dry place after opening.
Further information:
Warnings:
Consult your physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
Supplement facts:
Organic grass mix: organic wheat, barley and alfalfa grass powder, organic sea vegetable mix: kelp, rockweed, dulse, bladderwrack, Alga: chlorella, pyrenoidosa alga, spirulina, platensis alga.
Free of gluten, yeast, soya, corn and additives of any kind.
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The Real Thing Green Power Powder – 150g
N$276.00Green Power Powder
Get this great wholefood supplement in a convenient powder form. It’s full of green things from land, sea and fresh water. It contains organic wheat, barley and alfalfa grasses; seven sea vegetables AND chlorella. Now that’s powerful.
- Source of selenium and chromium
- Source of energy
- High in vitamin C which contributes to cell production from free radical damage
- High in vitamin B6 which; contributes to normal red blood cell formation, reduces tiredness and fatigue, and contributes to normal immune function.
- Very high in vitamin E which helps to maintain a healthy immune system and assists in cardiovascular health.
- Excellent source of dietary fibre which plays a role in keeping the gut healthy.
- Low in saturated fat and is cholesterol free – Reducing consumption of saturated fat contributes to the maintenance of normal cholesterol levels.
Suggested use:
Use 1 heaped teaspoon (about 7g). Blend with water, fruit juice or smoothies. Use once or twice a day.
Further information:
Warnings:
Consult your physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
Supplement facts:
Grass mix: Barley Grass (47%), Wheat Grass (47%), Alfalfa Grass (1.4%). Algae: Chlorella (Chlorella pyrenoidosa – 2.1%) and Spirulina (Spirulina plantensis – 2.1%). Organic sea vegetable mix: Dulse (Palmaria palmate – 0.13%), Rockweed (Ascophyllum nodosum – 0.13%), Bladderwrack (Fucus vesiculosis – 0.1%), Kelp (Laminaria digitate – 0.07%).
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The Real Thing Joint Revolution 90 Capsules
N$479.55Joint Revolution Capsules
Everyone’s body is a machine: they all need oiling, greasing, tweaking and repairing. Whether it’s because chronic pain has slowed your output or because an injury is causing movement malfunction, Joint Revolution is the perfect mechanic. And if you’re an athlete pushing your system to overload, it’s your body’s biological support.
- It’s pure and clear: No preservatives, colourants, flavourants or contaminants added
- It’s strictly high class: Manufactured to comply with the standards set out for pharmaceutical medications
Suggested use: Adults over 18 years of age: Take 4 tablets daily with a glass of water. If required, this can be increased to 4 tablets twice daily.
- It takes at least 4 weeks to start experiencing the benefits. Keep at it. When you do, it’ll be revolutionary.
- If you accidentally take more Joint Revolution than you should, stop taking it and restart at the recommended dose a week later. In the event of over-dosage, consult your doctor or pharmacist. If that’s not possible, seek help at your nearest hospital.
- If you forget to take Joint Revolution, don’t panic. Just start again at the regular dose. Don’t take a double dose to make up for lost time. And set a reminder on your phone.
Keep in mind that the benefits and improvements you’ve gained from Joint Revolution may decline if you stop taking it regularly.
Remember: Supplements should not replace a healthy, balanced and varied diet.
Further information:
Don’t take Joint Revolution if you’re allergic or hypersensitive to any of the ingredients mentioned on the label or if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.
Speak to your doctor before taking Joint Revolution if you
- Have untreated diabetes;
- Are intolerant to glucose;
- Have asthma;
- Are fighting prostate cancer;
- Take warfarin or other substances that may increase bleeding;
- Take etoposide, teniposide or doxorubicin,
- Have a shellfish allergy, or
- Are allergic to any of the ingredients
Joint Revolution is normally well tolerated but could cause:
- Mild gastrointestinal problems (nausea, diarrhoea, heartburn or constipation);
- Skin reactions;
- Headaches;
- Periperal oedema;
- Tachycardia;
- Insomnia or drowsiness;
- Fatigue;
- Bloating;
Don’t be shy. If you notice any worrying side effects, speak to your doctor, pharmacist or other health care professional.
Contains:
1. Hyal-JointTM(Sodium Hyaluronate)
2. Native Type II Collagen
3. Glucosamine Sulphate
4. Chondroitin Sulphate
5. OptiMSM® (Methylsulphonylmethane)
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The Real Thing Medicinal Mushrooms – 60 Capsules
N$298.45Medicinal Mushrooms
The Real Thing Medicinal Mushrooms Vegicaps is a potent blend of 13 organic mushrooms, for improved immunity and enhanced energy. They’re not magic, but they are medicinal. Which is even better.
A combination of 13 medicinal mushroom species, carefully handpicked for their immune-enhancing properties. The prize in the mix is Cordyceps sinensis, known to us as the energy generator. Medicinal mushrooms are nothing new. They’ve been used for centuries in Eastern medicine to strengthen the immune system and achieve all-round internal balance.
Medicinal mushroom supplements have been shown to enhance immune function and help a range of conditions, including:
- Immune-system dysfunctions
- Respiratory problems
- Infections
- Inflammatory and autoimmune diseases
- Cardiovascular conditions, like high cholesterol, heart disease, arrhythmias
- Liver and kidney conditions
- Diabetes and blood-sugar imbalances
- Certain cancers
What are the mushrooms in the mix?
- Cordyceps sinensis (Catepillar Mushrooms)– 26%
- Agaricus blazei– 9 %
- Coriolus versicolor– 9 %
- Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi) – 9 %
- Grifola frondosa (Maitake) – 9%
- Lentinula edodes (Shiitake) – 9%
- Auricularia auricula (Woodear) – 4 %
- Cordyceps militaris – 4 %
- Hericium erinaceus (Lion’s mane) – 4 %
- Inonotus obliquus (Chaga) – 4%
- Phellinus linteus (Meshima) – 4%
- Pleurotus eryngii (King oyster) – 4%
- Pleurotus ostreatus (Oyster) – 4%
Suggested use:
- Take 2 capsules daily. Best taken with a starchy meal. Avoid taking with fruit, which speeds up gut transit time and reduces absorption.
- Store in a cool, dry place after opening.
Further information:
Warnings:
For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
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The Real Thing Mega Omega 3 6 9 – 60 Capsules
N$281.20Mega Omega 3 +6 +9
This omega supplement is an all-rounder that will help you balance out your omega 3, 6 and 9 levels. Made with pharmaceutical-grade fish oil and cold-pressed borage flower oil. The Real Thing Mega Omega 3+6+9 formula is designed to give you the optimal omega ratio.
Most Western diets are too high in omega-6; by rebalancing your omega ratios you can give your body all the key health benefits of these essential fatty acids. Mega Omega 3+6+9 helps to promote healthy bones and joints, mental clarity and focus, eye and heart health, and even a more balanced mood.
Suggested use:
Take two capsules daily with food.
Please Note: These softgel capsules contain gelatine. They are NOT suitable for vegans, and some vegetarians may choose to avoid them as well.
Further information:
Warnings:
Consult your physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
Supplement facts:
Each 2-capsule dose provides:
- 1200mg of omega-3 (mostly EPA & DHA)
- 220mg of omega-6 (GLA & linoleic acid)
- 80mg of omega-9 (oleic acid)
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The Real Thing Mega Omega Fish Oil – 200ml
N$305.35Mega Omega Fish Oil
This omega-rich fish oil is ultra-pure and maximally concentrated, so you get the most out of every dose. Packed with heart-helping, brain-building omega 3 fatty acids, this supplement boosts physical and mental health, eases arthritic pain and even soothes the swelling of gout.
Suggested use:
Take 1 teaspoon once or twice daily, at meal times. Refrigerate after opening and use within 8 weeks. An unopened bottle should last 24 months. Safe for pregnant women and children.
Please note: There have been some reports that increased bleeding can occur if excessive omega 3 doses (usually more than 3 000mg) are taken by patients who are also on blood-thinning medications like aspirin or warfarin. These reports have been disputed. Consult your health care practitioner.
Supplement facts:
Purified, molecularly distilled, pharmaceutical-grade omega 3 fish oil.
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The Real Thing Mega Omega Fish Oil Natural Lemon Flavour – 200ml
N$319.15Mega Omega Fish Oil Natural Lemon Flavour
Lemon-flavoured, there’s nothing fishy about it. This fish oil is ultra-pure, maximally concentrated and packed with heart-helping, brain-building omega 3 fatty acids. The pleasant lemony taste makes it easy for kids to swallow – and with healing properties that treat gout, ease arthritis and boost health, it’s a must-have for adults and elderly folks as well.
Suggested use:
Take 1 teaspoon once or twice daily, at meal times. Refrigerate after opening and use within 8 weeks. An unopened bottle should last 24 months. Safe for pregnant women and children.
Please note: There have been some reports that increased bleeding can occur if excessive omega 3 doses (usually more than 3 000mg) are taken by patients who are also on blood-thinning medications like aspirin or warfarin. These reports have been disputed. Consult your health care practitioner.
Supplement facts:
Naturally Lemon-flavoured, molecularly distilled, pharmaceutical-grade omega 3 fish oil.
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The Real Thing Mega Omega Supreme – 150 Capsules
N$612.40Mega Omega Supreme
It’s supremely potent and supremely pure. It’s a Norwegian formula in convenient capsule form. Sigh. So many things to love. Mega Omega Supreme delivers 1 600 mg of omega 3 per two-capsule dose – mostly DHA and EPA.
The two-step distillation process guarantees the lowest possible levels of pollutants, environmental toxins, heavy metals, trans fats and oxidation products. Plus it’s pharmaceutical-grade. In fact, in certain categories, Mega Omega Supreme is up to 500 times more pure than other fish oils.
If there was ever an action movie about fats, the omega fatty acids would play the good guys. Obviously. Saturated fats would play the bad guys. And trans fats too. But, if it ever came down to a turf war, the omega gang – led by the omega 3s – would kick bad-fat butt. Why? Because they can.
- Heart health
- Reduce blood pressure
- Reduce “bad” LDL and triglyceride levels
- Raise “good” HDL cholesterol levels
- Lower the risk of thrombosis, atherosclerosis, heart disease, heart attack and stroke
- Promote recovery post-heart attack
- Brain health
- Enhance memory
- Improve attention
- Promote concentration
- Help in the management of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), the most common neurological condition in children
- Help in the treatment and prevention of conditions like depression, schizophrenia, Huntington’s disease and Alzheimer’s Disease
- Help reduce symptoms of bipolar disorder in children.
- Safer cell walls. EPA and DHA are central to maintaining the body’s most basic security systems – healthy cell membranes that prevent viral invasions and maintain a healthy water, nutrient and electrolyte balance.
- Harder working nerves. By helping to keep the myelin sheaths around nerves intact omega 3s provide better insulation meaning better signal conduction.
- Easier breathing. They help asthmatics to breathe easier by reducing inflammation and improving lung function.
- Better bones and joints. They also ease joint pain and inflammation in conditions like osteo- and rheumatoid arthritis. Plus, EPA can help increase calcium levels leading to better bone density and reduced risk of osteoporosis.
- Safer sight. Macular degeneration, a disease that can lead to blindness, has been shown to be significantly reduced by omega 3s.
- Healthy moms and babies. More than safe for pregnant women and babies, omega 3s can help to prevent premature births, low birth weights and, later, hyperactive children.
- Hope for mood management. Preliminary evidence suggests they could even help in the treatment of depression and anxiety.
- Pet protection. For older pets and those with skin conditions, allergies, arthritis, low immunity or a lack-lustre coat, mix 1 to 2 doses of Mega Omega Fish Oil into food daily.
Suggested use: For maintenance, take 2 capsules daily with food. This can be increased to 2 capsules twice a day. Consult your health practitioner.
Safe for pregnant women and kids.
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The Real Thing Mega Omega Supreme – 60 Capsules
N$310.50Mega Omega Supreme
This pure, potent Norwegian fish oil formula is loaded with omegas, which protect the health of your heart, your brain, your bones and your joints. Each dose of The Real Thing Mega Omega Supreme gives you 1600mg of omega-3 fatty acids; mostly DHA and EPA, which offer a wealth of health benefits for your body and mind.
Omegas work wonders to combat inflammation, promote heart health and boost brain function. Omega Supreme fish oil has undergone a special distillation process to ensure you get the best possible quality and purity from every dose. Plus it’s packaged in convenient capsules, for all the benefits of fish oil without the taste!
Suggested use:
For maintenance, take 2 capsules daily with food. This can be increased to 2 capsules twice a day. Store in a cool, dry place.
Additional information:
Warning:
If you are taking a blood-thinning medication like aspirin or warfarin, consult your health care practitioner before increasing your intake of omega-3.
These softgel capsules contain gelatine. They are NOT suitable for vegans, and some vegetarians may choose to avoid them as well.
Consult your physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
Supplement facts:
Purified, molecularly distilled, pharmaceutical-grade omega 3 fish oil in softgel capsules (gelatine, water, glycerine)
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The Real Thing MSM Powder – 240g
N$322.60MSM Powder
The Real Thing MSM Powder is here to boost your mobility, give you more energy, and help repair damaged connective tissue. This organic sulphur supplement plays a vital role in the natural process of tissue repair. The Real Thing’s MSM is distilled four times to ensure that it’s the purest MSM available.
- Easily absorbed, highly bioavailable form of MSM
- Helps relieve joint pain, and stiffness
- Helps to protect against rheumatoid arthritis
- May reduce the inflammation of joint connective tissues
- Great for athletes, and the elderly
- MSM has been shown to increase glutathione (a powerful, naturally occurring antioxidant)
- Vegan
Suggested use:
The Real Thing MSM-Body Powder is odourless, with a slightly bitter taste that can be masked by mixing with a flavoured drink – including hot drinks like tea and coffee.
- Week 1: Take half a teaspoon (2g) daily.
- Week 2: Take 1 rounded teaspoon (4g) a day in divided doses.
- Week 3, onwards: Take 1 rounded teaspoon twice daily (8g in total). This can be increased to up to 4-6 teaspoons daily, in three doses. After three to six weeks, return to the maintenance level (2 rounded teaspoons).
Further information:
Warnings:
For adults only. Consult your physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
Supplement facts:
OptiMSM™ Methylsulphonylmethane
