Frequent Questions
What are Adaptogens?
Adaptogens are a special class of natural herbs that help the human body adapt to stress, support normal metabolic functions and help restore balance. They are a natural ally in dealing with persistent stress and stress related side effects such as ageing, digestive issues, liver issues, insominia, bad mood, lack of mental clarity and fatigue. They also work by supporting and restoring the balance of important hormones- such as cortisol, and allow the body to maintain optimal homeostasis.
OUR ADAPTOGENS
Organic Ashwagandha Root Extract (KSM-66 ®)
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is one of the most powerful herbs in Ayurvedic healing (traditional Indian medicine practice) because it is known for its restorative & balancing benefits. It helps the body in combating stress and the damaging effects of stress on the body (primary cause of ageing), balancing cortisol levels, management of anxiety, managing stress-related food cravings, mental clarity and focus, endurance and strength, muscle size and muscle recovery rate. Our products contain the highest quality Ashwagandha in the world.
- Managing stress and combating the effects of stress on the body
- Balancing the stress hormone cortisol
- Supports mental focus and clarity
- Has anti-inflammatory properties
- Helps manage anxiety and depression without causing drowsiness
- Supports muscle strength and endurance
- Helps weight management
Schisandra Berry Extract
Schisandra Berry (Schisandra chinensis) the beauty berry, has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for centuries. It is an antioxidant adaptogenic herb native to China, and is used as revitalizing tonic for the liver. Schisandra contains vitamin C and antioxidants and supports healthy liver function (the body’s premier detox organ), healing of skin conditions and stress on the skin, maintenance of healthy skin, blissful mood, management of anxiety, helping insomnia, mental clarity, focus and energy.
- Supports healthy liver function (the body’s premier detox organ)
- Anti-inflammatory properties on the skin
- Relieves allergy-induced skin conditions i.e. eczema
- Supports maintenance of healthy skin
- Supports combating stress and damaging effects of stress
- Supports blissful mood, management of anxiety, and helping insomnia
- Supports mental clarity and focus
- Supports energy
Organic Amla Berry
Amla Fruit (Embilica officinalis), has been consumed for centries because of its rejuvenating and ultra-nourishing properties for hair and skin. It contains Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Potassium and powerful antioxidants- Flavonoids and Polyphenols. Amla promotes the production of procollagen and supports the elevation of mitochondrial activity of human skin fibroblasts. It supports free radical protection (Free radicals are highly reactive compounds that are produced by external sources like pollutants and UV rays as well as by our own bodies and they cause issues like dull skin, breakdown of collagen, and moisture), and healthy connective tissue (collagen and keratin).
- Supports rejuvenation and nourishment to hair and skin
- Enriches hair growth, hair pigementation, strengthens roots of hair
- Supports free radical protection (Free radicals are highly reactive compounds that are produced by external sources like pollutants and UV rays as well as by our own bodies and they cause issues like dull skin, breakdown of collagen, and moisture)
- Supports healthy connective tissue (collagen and keratin)
- Supports the elevation of mitochondrial activity of human skin fibroblasts and promotes the production of procollagen.
- Contains Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Potassium
- Contains powerful antioxidants- flavonoids and polyphenols
Organic Astragalus Root Extract
Astraglaus contains antioxidant bioflavonoids, polysaccharides, triterpenoid saponins, glycosides, amino acids and trace minerals. It is an adaptogen used in traditional Chinese Medicine to support immune function, healthy liver and kidney function. Healthy liver function effects the health & appearence of your skin.
- Helps skin disorders
- Supports healthy liver function (the body’s premier detox organ)
- Supports healthy kidney function
- Supports resistance to sickness
- Supports helping skin conditions and stress on the skin
- Supports maintenance of healthy skin
- Supports energy
When will I start seeing results?
Every person is different. You can start seeing results within 2 weeks of regular use. For our protein powders- adaptogens can start having effects on your body within 1-2 days.
How much protein powder should I have take?
You may have 1 serving a day or every second day. Take as you feel required and having one day off a week is advised. Please consult your healthcare professional if you have questions in relation to your personal circumstances and supplement intake.
Where are your products made?
All of our products are proudly made in Auckland, New Zealand.
Do you use safe manufacturing processes?
Yes, our factory is based in Auckland, New Zealand. It is HACCP certified, an MPI approved facility.
Where are your ingredients from?
Where possible we source New Zealand-grown ingredients. In instances where New Zealand-grown ingredients are unavailable, we source the highest quality we can find always using 100% natural ingredients.
How else can you consume our Adaptogenic Plant-Powered Beauty Proteins?
Mix in your favourite yoghurts, smoothies, baking, desserts, milk of your choice, matcha, cereals, pancakes, iced water.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Protein Powders are not to be taken during pregnancy. But are safe to consume when breast-feeding. Please discuss all dietary supplement intake with your healthcare professional before consumption for pregancy and breastfeeding.
Marine collagen powder is safe during pregnancy and breast-feeding. Please discuss all dietary supplement intake with your healthcare professional before consumption for pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Children
Please discuss all dietary supplement intake with your healthcare professional before giving to children.
Can I take these products if I am using other medications?
We recommend that you consult with your chosen healthcare practitioner.
Are your products vegan?
Our protein powders are vegan. Our marine collagen powders are not vegan.
Do your products contain artificial sweeteners, flavours, colourings, or preservatives?
No, we never use any of these ingredients.
Does your protein powder contain soy or dairy?
No, our products are soy and dairy free.
Is your protein powder gluten-free?
Yes.
Do your proteins contain caffeine?
No.
Do your products contain peanuts or tree nuts?
No.
Is the packaging recyclable?
Yes, the packaging is 100% recyclable and sustainable for our planet. Please re-use our glass jars if you can at home.