"What Milk is to Strong Bones, Hawthorn is to a Strong Heart" Hawthorn is a thorny shrub in the rose family that grows up to 5 feet tall on hillsides and in sunny wooded areas throughout the world. Hawthorn contains many substances that may benefit the heart. The plant contains antioxidants, including oligomeric procyandins (OPCs, also found in grapes) and quercetin. Antioxidants are substances that destroy free radicals which are compounds in the body that damage cell membranes, tamper with DNA, and even cause cell death. These antioxidant flavonoids, including OPCs, may help dilate blood vessels, improve blood flow, and protect the blood vessels from damage. There are numerous clinical studies on the power of Hawthorn, do some research and let Hawthorn introduce itself to you.

"Red Wine's Secret Weapon" Resveratrol is a substance found in the skin of red wine grapes. Many recent studies have suggested that Resveratrol prevents damage to blood vessels, reduces "bad" cholesterol and prevents blood clots. Resveratrol has become very popular as an antioxidant and is being studied in connection with a variety of diseases. Do some research online!

"The Power Behind the Smell" The compounds in Garlic react with red blood cells and produce hydrogen sulfide which relaxes the blood vessels, and keeps blood flowing more easily. Studies have shown garlic may lower cholesterol and reduce high blood pressure in those with untreated hypertension. Good news, our drink has the garlic without the smell.

"Size Matters" Pomegranates are a powerful fruit and they offer many heart health benefits. Recent research suggest pomegranates which are rich in antioxidants can keep bad LDL cholesterol from oxidizing, improve the amount of oxygen getting to the heart muscle of patients with coronary heart disease and also help stop plaque from building up in blood vessels causing an anti-atherogenic effect. Pomegranate's huge benefits befit its size.

"The Antioxidant Potent Leaf" Research shows that green tea lowers total cholesterol and raises HDL, the good cholesterol in both animals and people. Green tea is made from unfermented leaves and contains the highest concentration of powerful antioxidants called polyphenols. Scientists believe that free radicals contribute to the aging process as well as the development of a number of health problems, including cancer and heart disease. Antioxidants such as polyphenols in green tea can neutralize free radicals and may reduce or even help prevent some of the damage they cause.

"The Heart Mineral" Potassium is a natural mineral found in many fruits and vegetables which help transmit nerve impulses that keep your heart beating. Studies have shown intake of potassium supplements reduced systolic blood pressure (the top number) by about 8 points and low levels of potassium in the diets are linked to high blood pressure. Potassium is also an electrolyte and is essential for the normal function of our cells and organs.

"The B Warriors" (B3, B5, B6, B9, B12) Vitamin Bs increase the rate of metabolism, maintains healthy skin and muscle tone and enhances the immune and nervous system. For the heart, it lowers the blood level of homocysteine. Homocysteine is a naturally occurring amino acid in protein, but without enough Vitamin Bs in the blood, homocysteine creates inflammation. Elevated levels of homocysteine in the bloodstream raise the risk of heart disease.