ARE YOUR KIDNEYS THE KEY TO GOOD HEALTH?
Modern scientific research shows that the kidneys perform many crucial functions. Poor kidney function can undermine other organs, causing serious health concerns. Amazingly, these new findings in the west coincide with the long-established Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theories about the kidneys. TCM emphasises that the kidneys are at the core of our health.
Modern lifestyle increases the pressure on our kidneys, constantly weakening their functionality. Chronic fatigue is one of the common signs of diminishing kidney health. People with obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, a family history of kidney problems or aged 60+ have a higher risk of kidney disease. Also, we should pay attention to drugs & medicines which can damage our kidneys.
Modern scientific research shows that the kidneys perform many crucial functions. Poor kidney function can undermine other organs, causing serious health concerns. Amazingly, these new findings in the west coincide with the long-established Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theories about the kidneys. TCM emphasises that the kidneys are at the core of our health.
Modern lifestyle increases the pressure on our kidneys, constantly weakening their functionality. Chronic fatigue is one of the common signs of diminishing kidney health. People with obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, a family history of kidney problems or aged 60+ have a higher risk of kidney disease. Also, we should pay attention to drugs & medicines which can damage our kidneys.
YOUR KIDNEYS AFFECT YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM & OVERALL HEALTH
Modern western medical studies have discovered that kidney function can adversely affect our immune response, cardiovascular system, central nervous system, circulatory system, bones, joints, muscles, skin, sex drive and fertility.
Likewise Chinese medical theory and research states that “Kidneys govern body growth & development, reproduction, fertility, bone regeneration & marrow growth, brain blood flow, air intake & breathing, water metabolism, hearing ability, urination & the body’s removal of toxic wastes". Importantly Kidney deficiency does not only negatively affect our kidney function but can also cause chronic diseases in many different organs & premature accelerated aging.
KIDNEY-YANG DEFICIENCY = WEAK IMMUNE SYSTEM
Clinical research has shown that the adrenal gland, thyroid gland, gonad and pituitary gland of patients with “Kidney-Yang Deficiency Syndrome” demonstrate Kidney dysfunction and have substantially weakened immune systems.
TCM "Kidney-Yang Deficiency Syndrome" is directly linked to the Western medical “neuroendocrine-immune”.
Medical researchers have shown that patients with Kidney-yang deficiency syndrome also show clear signs of immunodeficiency.
- immune system: reduced spleen size, weight and lysozyme in spleen cell suspension
- cellular immunity: decreased E-RFC values and substantial drop of killer cells activity vs that of healthy people
- humoral immunity: decreased serum IgG
- complement system: C3, H50 and C3b receptor rosette rates and complement lytic immune complex (CRA) activity lower than normal
THE KIDNEYS AFFECT BLOOD PRODUCTION & METABOLISM
Human beings maintain life through metabolism. Blood transports the essential oxygen, nutrients, hormones and proteins necessary for metabolism to the cells and carries away waste from the cells.
Modern research has found that the kidney produces erythropoietin, which stimulates the bone marrow to accelerate the production of red blood cells & hemoglobin. This matches the TCM theory of "kidney stores essence, essence produces marrow, marrow produces blood."
The kidneys also play a crucial role in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and other nutrients.
KIDNEYS ALSO CONTROL MEN’S & WOMEN'S REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH & ABILITY
Medical research shows that weak kidneys directly affect reproductive system function and health for both men and women.
| Health Issues | Men |
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| Anemia, lack of physical strength | ✔ | ✔ |
| Decreased adrenal androgens | ✔ | ✔ |
| Decreased testosterone | ✔ | |
| Decreased libido | ✔ | ✔ |
| Decline in fertility | ✔ | ✔ |
| Erectile dysfunction | ✔ | |
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| Vaginal dryness | ✔ | |
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IMPORTANT INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH FINDINGS: COVID & KIDNEY FUNCTION ARE VERY CLOSELY CORRELATED AND DIRECTLY AFFECT EACH OTHER
In health the kidneys contribute to immune homeostasis. A When immune homeostasis (self regulating immune system) is no longer stable, the problem can be immune deficiency (causing venerability to invasion by bacteria & viruses) OR hyperactive immune responses (leading to autoimmune disorders, immune system mistakenly attacking one’s own cells and organs).
Poor kidney function undermines our immune system. CKD (chronic kidney disease) is a key risk factor for severe COVID. The ERA publishes that such a risk for CKD is aHR=2.52, much higher than aHR=0.89 for hypertension. B
For many (COVID) patients, unrelenting fatigue, pain, brain fog, anxiety, and other symptoms linger long after recovery from infection with COVID-19. Regarded as the newest autoimmune-related disorder to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, this condition is being referred to as long-haul COVID or Post-Acute Sequelae of COVID (PASC). C
(Source of Information: A. Dr. J. Tecklenborg, College of Medical, University of Glasgow, UK; B. European Renal Association; C. Dr. Nicole Bundy, Yale University School of Epidemiology and Public Health)
COVID-19 long-haulers - even those who experienced mild cases - are at significantly increased risk for substantial declines in kidney function. The kidney function decline (in covid patients) is not normal but at a "disease state". A
Covid has been causing a lot of serious kidney issues even in people who were not affected by any kind of kidney ailment earlier. Many people affected by Covid have been showing signs of kidney damage, some so severe to the extent that they have required dialysis. Almost 30% of all people who have suffered from Covid infection have had kidney problems. B
As compared with people who have not contracted COVID, COVID patients who did not require hospitalization had a significant 30%, 15% and 215% higher risks for AKI (Acute Kidney Injury) , MAKE (Major Adverse Kidney Events) and ESKD (End Stage Kidney Disease), respectively. C
The infected kidney organoids (of COVID patients) show that the virus directly causes cell damage. D COVID causes kidney fibrosis which has dire long-term consequences in kidney functions.
(LEFT IMAGE) Interstitial fibrosis (collagen fibers in blue) is enhanced in COVID-19 kidney autopsy tissues compared with (RIGHT IMAGE) the control specimen from a normal healthy kidney (collagen fibers in blue). The developed scar tissue in the infected kidneys can affect kidney function in the long term.
(Source of Information: A. Journal of the American Society of Nephrology; B. Dr. Tawakley, Faculty of Nephrology, Apollo Hospital, India; C. analysis published by St. Louis Health Care System and Washington University, based on US federal health data; D. RWTH Uniklinik Aachen University Hospital, Germany and Radboud University Medical Centre, the Netherlands)
Kidney damage happens because high doses of the drugs have a harmful effect on kidney tissue and structures. These drugs can also reduce the blood flow to the kidney. If you are older, your kidneys may have a stronger reaction to these medicines and you may need a smaller dose. Do not use OTC pain relievers more than 10 days for pain or more than 3 days for fever. As many as 3-5% of new cases of chronic kidney failure each year (in the US) may be caused by the overuse of these painkillers. A
Analgesic nephropathy is chronic tubulointerstitial nephritis caused by chronic use of analgesics such as acetaminophen, aspirin, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). B
(Source of Information: A. National Kidney Foundation, USA; B. Nephrologists Dr. Mansoor U. Keen, UK and Dr. Narothama R. Aeddula, USA)
"LONG COVID" is attributable to cell damage in various organs/systems and inflammation, especially heart, lungs & kidneys. A
Currently, while specialists worldwide are diligently investigating into LONG COVID, there is no single medical treatment for it. The human body relies on metabolism to support the health of cells and produce new ones. To rebuild overall health, we must boost our own metabolism.
Metabolism involves processes that (1) convert energy in food to energy available to run cellular processes, (2) convert food to building blocks for proteins, lipids, nucleic acids & some carbohydrates, and (3) eliminate metabolic waste. B The vital roles of the the kidneys in metabolism have long been established by medical science.
(Source of Information: A. Johns Hopkins Medicine, USA; B. Wikipedia)
WHAT CAUSES THE WEAKENING OF THE KIDNEYS?
The following factors can increase the pressure on the kidneys, undermining their functionality in men and women of all ages. Chronic fatigue is one of the usual symptoms.
- Congenital birth traits (our own DNA)
- Mental factors (e.g. anxiety and stress)
- Illness/disease – e.g. high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, kidney stones & enlarged prostate
- Side effect of medicine
- Toxins remaining in the body after medical treatment
- Excessive sexual activity
QUIZ: DO YOU HAVE KIDNEY-YANG DEFICIENCY / KIDNEY HEALTH ISSUES?
If more than 3 points apply to you, you should pay attention to treating Kidney-Yang deficiency & protecting your immune system.
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| □ | frequent urination at night | □ | on gout specific diet | ||
| □ | declining sexual ability | □ | recovering from chronic illness | ||
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HOW TO UPKEEP & STRENGTHEN YOUR KIDNEYS & WHY?
TCM knowledge states that the KIDNEY houses our “Born-with” lifeforce & “Gained over lifetime” lifeforce.
"Born-with" lifeforce is thought to be equivalent to the genetic DNA described in modern Western medicine. Scientists using in-depth genetics research have proven the relationship between TCM "Kidney-Yang Deficiency Syndrome" and our DNA.
Also RNA and proteins are examples of our "Gained over lifetime" lifeforce which we all know is heavily influenced by a person’s living environment (stress, air quality, pesticides, anti-oxidants etc.) and food nutrition intake.
Therefore the key to kidney health is improving your living habits (sleep, exercise, stress, alcohol, smoking) and ensuring that you intake food / supplements that are particularly beneficial to the kidneys.
"To maintain good health and life, one must nourish the kidneys first.
Nourish the kidneys to sustain life."
Medical Fundamental Must-Read, by Li Zhongzi (Ming Dynasty)
'DEER VELVET ANTLER + ASTAXANTHIN': STRENGTHENS KIDNEYS, PROMOTES METABOLISM & IMMUNITY
Your health supplement must cater for the following 5 efficacies in order to decelerate aging caused by weakened metabolism and immune function.
- Repairs kidney function
- Enhances blood production & blood's oxygen carrying capacity
- Promotes metabolism: Accelerates burning of blood sugar & fat, boosts energy and generates heat
- Promotes Macrophages, T lymphocytes and B cells to strengthen the immune system
- Anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, prevents chronic diseases & premature aging
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IS DEER VELVET SUITABLE FOR PEOPLE WITH CARDIOVASCULAR ISSUES?
Deer Velvet can help improve cardiovascular health! TCM classifies the root cause of cardiovascular problems into 2 types: "Kidney-Yang Deficiency" and "Yin Deficiency & Fire Exuberance". People with cardiovascular problems should consider their own body nature. Deer velvet is suitable for people with yang deficiency.
People with kidney yin deficiency (feel hot even in winter, dry mouth & lips, yellowish complexion, yellowish urine, hot & irritable temper) may not be suitable for taking ingredients such as deer velvet, ginseng, ganoderma and cordyceps.
DEER VELVET ANTLER: CONTAINS ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS FOR BLOOD PRODUCTION, METABOLISM & IMMUNE SYSTEM
Deer velvet antler is the most abundant source of the widest range of nutrients on earth. NutritiveZ™ uses Altrive® NZ deer velvet antler which is full of nutrients necessary for blood production, metabolism and immune system, including:
Over 30 types of amino acids, that:
- Promote the production of red blood cell
- Boost hemoglobin production (i.e. lifting oxygen carrying capacity of blood)
- Maintain cell structure & organ functions
- Support the production and functions of antibodies & immune system cells
- Supply nitrogen for DNA and RNA genetic material & energy production
Iron:
Promotes blood's oxygen carrying capacity. Iron is an important component of "hemoglobin“ which transports oxygen to every cell in the body.
Minerals:
Deer velvet contains 5 important minerals: calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and magnesium.
- Calcium: Regulates blood pressure and blood clotting
- Phosphorus: Promotes smooth metabolism and enhances energy and heat generation
- Potassium: Supports the kidneys to eliminate poisons and waste
- Sodium: Helps maintain the health of the lymphatic system
- Magnesium: Helps cells recover and convert blood sugar into energy
Vitamins and trace elements:
Deer velvet contains vitamins A & E and 6 trace elements (iron, zinc, copper, manganese, selenium, cobalt) necessary for metabolism and immune system.
Even in affluent countries, "micronutrient malnutrition" is very common, especially so among older people. Too often insufficient Vitamins A & E and micronutrients (e.g. zinc, selenium, iron, copper) are acquired from food, this severely impairs metabolism and immune functions.
SCIENTIFIC PROOF: DEER VELVET ANTLER HELPS KIDNEYS, BOOSTS IMMUNITY & PROTECTS LUNGS
Immune cells (white blood cells) are developed from stem cells in the bone marrow. They recognize and eliminate viruses, bacteria & dead cell debris to protect our bodies.
In recent years, it has been scientifically proven that deer velvet antler (DVA) can help macrophages, T lymphocytes and B cells.
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In 2011, 9 Taiwanese researchers determined the anti-infection properties of deer velvet against pathogens. It has been found that velvet antler (1) stimulates the proliferation of resting splenocytes and macrophages and (2) enhances the phagocytic activity of macrophages. |
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In 2012, Dr. Ablamunits, Department of Immunology, Yale University, USA, studied the co-stimulation effect of deer velvet antler on human T lymphocyte proliferation. He has discovered that velvet antler extract may regulate the immune response of human T cells to antigens. |
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In 2017, 4 scholars in Shenyang studied the effect of deer velvet on the immune cell population in the blood. They have found that deer velvet antler not only increases the percentage of T cells in blood in the short term and stimulates the proliferation of helper T cells and cytotoxic T cells, but also increases the number of cytotoxic T and memory T cells in the long run. It shows that deer velvet has both short-term and long-term effects on the immune system. |
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In 2017, 6 Taiwanese scholars studied the effects of velvet antler on acute lung injury. They have found that deer velvet has anti-inflammatory effects and can (1) inhibit the production of inflammatory cytokines and help reduce lung inflammation, and (2) Inhibit the activation of inflammatory enzymes and proteins of macrophages and lung injury. |
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In 2019, scholars at Huaian Hospital under the Nanjing Medical University, studied the effects of deer velvet antler peptide on pulmonary fibrosis. The results have showed that deer velvet has the effect of protecting lung fibers and significantly relieved the pathological changes of lung tissue. |
When viruses enter the human body, macrophages engulf and break down the viruses. The virus fragments appear on the surface of the macrophages as antigens. Helper T cells recognize antigens and activate immune cells to produce a direct immune response:
- Mediates T cells activation, proliferation and production of cytotoxic T cells to lyse or apoptotic infected cells.
- Stimulates macrophages to destroy the germs and viruses that it has devoured.
- Activates B cells to guide humoral immune response and assists B cells to produce antibodies and destroy bacteria and viruses.
- Helper B cells manufacture memory B cells. When the same antigen invades again, the memory cells will promptly produce antibodies to combat such antigen.
ASTAXANTHIN: KING OF NATURAL ANTIOXIDANTS & ANTI-INFLAMMATORY SUBSTANCES
Natural astaxanthin is a carotenoid made by haematococcus pluvialis in water. When this algae experiences nutrient deficiency and environmental stress, it produces & accumulates astaxanthin in its lipid vesicles to protect the algae's nucleus.
Astaxanthin balances and strengthens the immune system. It protects our bodies and suppresses inflammation and other diseases.
Oxidative stress suppresses the immune system's response. Natural astaxanthin increases the number of antibody-producing cells and effectively enhances the protection of lymphocytes and phagocytes. thereby:
- Speeds up the immune response
- Strengthens and balances the immune system
- Enhances the production of antibodies
- Protects immune cells from oxidative stress
Astaxanthin balances and strengthens the immune system. While protecting the body, it can also inhibit the immune system from reacting abnormally and causing inflammation or other diseases.
ASTAXANTHIN IS SAFE, HOWEVER VITAMIN C, D & E, CoQ-10, BETA CAROTENE & CUMIN WORRYINGLY CAN BECOME PRO-OXIDANT & HARM YOUR HEALTH
- Astaxanthin is the only type of antioxidant that can protect cells on both the inside and the outside. Other antioxidants only work on one side of the cell membrane. For example, Vitamin E only works on the inner side of the cell membrane, while Vitamin C only works on the outside of the cell membrane.
- Astaxanthin is a pure antioxidant which is exceptionally safe and stable even when subjected to enormous amount of stress from environmental factors and free radicals. Beaware that other antioxidants, such as Beta Carotene, CoQ10, Cumin, Zeaxanthin, Vitamin E, C, D and Selenium can turn pro-oxidant under pathologic conditions and actually cause cell damage / adversely harm your health.
NUTRITIVEZ™ USES ASTAXANTHIN FROM ASTAREAL®
(#1 NATURAL ASTAXANTHIN BRAND IN THE WORLD!)
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WHY ARE THE KIDNEYS SO IMPORTANT?
The kidneys have a wide range of important body functions that affect overall health.
- Removes waste from blood
- Removes drugs / toxins from body
- Balances body's moisture level
- Balances blood and minerals (sodium, potassium and phosphorus)
- Releases renin to regulate blood pressure
- Produces active vitamin D to promote bone health
- Controls red blood cell production
DRUGS: SIDE EFFECTS OF MEDICINES IMPAIR HEALTH
Drugs, over-the-counter painkillers etc., come with side effects. The digestive system, kidneys and liver with direct contact to drugs are prone to damage.
Since drugs are metabolized and finally excreted by the kidneys, drugs can undermine the kidneys which has a profound influence on the immune system, cardiovascular system and reproductive functions.
Medical researchers have found that many types of drugs can damage your health, especially the kidneys. For example:
- OTC medications (e.g. painkillers)
- antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs
- contraceptive pills
- stomach medicine
- blood pressure medicine
- diuretic drugs
- diabetes medicine
- diabetic nephropathy drugs
- chemotherapy drugs
- aphrodisiacs
MEDICINE RESEARCH REVEALS: DEER VELVET ANTLER IS SUPERIOR TO REISHI MUSHROOMS & CATERPILLAR FUNGUS
Professor Gu Baoqun of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine published an article titled "Research Progress on Longevity & Anti-aging Chinese Medicine“. The top animal-based ingredient is DEER VELVET ANTLER which is far superior to Reishi Mushrooms / Lingzhi (ganoderma) and Caterpillar Fungus (cordyceps).
ORAC lab tests have proved that the antioxidant capacity of natural astaxanthin is 739 times that of ginseng, 305 times that of ganoderma and 240 times that of cordyceps.
The combination of “NutritiveZ™ Lifeforce DVA + AX, using deer velvet antler + astaxanthin” is so unique and holistic that there is no need to take multiple types of other health supplements at the same time.
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MAGNOLIA BERRY |
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Natural Astaxanthin [HP microalgae]
★ Progress of Research on Chinese Medicine Related to Longevity & Anti-aging, Nanjing Xiaoshi Hospital (210009) Zhang Xizhen, The Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine (210029) Gu Baoqun
TCM: “DEER VELVET ANTLER” SUPPLEMENTS ARE THE BEST SOLUTION FOR KIDNEY “YANG-QI” ENERGY (IN MEN AND WOMEN)
“The Pearl on the Head of the Dragon" as mentioned by Li Shizhen in the “Compendium of (TCM) Materia Medica” literally means “Deer Velvet Antler”. Dr Li states that when a persons’ “Qi” energy is exhausted, the effect of treatment using other elixir tonics would be very slow, compared to using “Deer Velvet Antler” to replenish & heal the body.
The “Compendium of (TCM) Materia Medica” states that, “Deer velvet is bitter-sweet and warming. It boosts male sexual strength. It replenishes kidneys’ Yang-Qi energy levels. It treats exhaustion and replenishes lifeforce & blood. It heals weak limbs especially legs, lumbar coldness and kidney deficiency, frequent urination, premature ejaculation, nocturnal emission and menstrual irregularities."
Additionally the modern “Dictionary of Traditional Chinese Medicine” states that “Deer Velvet Antler” treats kidney deficiency, dizziness, deafness, night vision problems, impotence, premature ejaculation, female infertility, emaciation (being thin or weak), mental fatigue, feeling cold, cold pain in the lumbar spine, orthopedic weakness, menstrual irregularities and depletion of “Qi” (energy lifeforce) & blood due to chronic illness.
NUTRITIVEZ™: ONLY BRAND THAT GUARANTEES THE NUTRITIONAL CONTENT OF DEER VELVET ANTLER
NutritiveZ™ uses Altrive® deer velvet antler. Altrive® Red Deer Farm is the accumulative #1 award winning red deer velvet farm in NZ, in the NZ Annual National Velvet & Trophy Antler Competition organised by National New Zealand Deer Farmers Association since 2012.
NutritiveZ™ is the only health supplement brand world-wide that warrants the nutrient standard of the velvet antler used in products. The Altrive® 'Super A' (SA) Deer Velvet used in NutritiveZ™ capsules is certified by an independent ISO 17025 lab to be very high in bio-active Amino Acids content (> 57%).
| Deer Velvet Standard | Amino Acids 1 |
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| New Zealand - Altrive® ‘Big Bulb’ Deer Velvet Standard | > 57% | < 6% | < 32% |
| Jilin Province, China - Sika Velvet Provincial Standard | - | ≤ 16% | ≤ 45% |
| Hong Kong Chinese Materia Medica Standards – Sika Velvet | - | ≤ 14% | ≤ 37% |
| Chinese Materia Medica Grand Dictionary (China) - Sika Velvet | Max. 50.13% | - | - |
# Total Amino Acids (DM = Dry Matter)
ASTAXANTHIN: EFFICACY PROVEN BY CLINICAL TRIAL
Studies have shown that astaxanthin promotes overall health and prevents disease:
- Increases the level of T cells and B cells (destroying bacteria and viruses) while making them more active
- Enhances lymphocyte capacity, the number of lymphocytes increased significantly
- Reduces inflammation index
Overall speaking, the study showed that astaxanthin reduces DNA damage and inflammation, thereby enhancing the activity of the immune system.
ASTAXANTHIN: PROTECTS YOU AGAINST INFLAMMATION
Seperate studies have shown Astaxanthin protects your body from inflammation:
- 40 trained soccer players (average 18 years old)，21 treated with 4mg/day AstaReal® Astaxanthin，19 treated with placebo
- Placebo group had a 57% increase in system pro-inflammatory marker C-reactive protein (CRP), while the Astaxanthin group did not!
Overall speaking, this study has shown that astaxanthin reduces inflammation, thereby protecting your body's cells from exposure to worse effects of an illness, while decreasing your risk of an illness developing into longterm disease.
NEW ZEALAND NUTRITIVEZ™ LIFEFORCE DVA + AX CAPSULES
The only health supplement brand that warrants the deer velvet antler (DVA) nutritive level (quality) & amount in each capsule!
1) NUTRITIVEZ™ INGREDIENT ADVANTAGE - WORLD'S #1 BEST QUALITY AWARD WINNING DEER VELVET ANTLER
NutritiveZ™ is the only health supplement brand worldwide that warrants the nutrient standard of the DVA used in products. The Super A (SA) grade DVA supplied by Altrive® is certified by an independent ISO 17025 lab to be very high in bio-active Amino Acids content (and low in useless Ash & Water content).
| Deer Velvet Standard | Amino Acids 1 |
Moisture | Ash Content |
| New Zealand - Altrive® ‘Big Bulb’ Deer Velvet Standard | > 57% | < 6% | < 32% |
| Jilin Province, China - Sika Velvet Provincial Standard | - | ≤ 16% | ≤ 45% |
| Hong Kong Chinese Materia Medica Standards – Sika Velvet | - | ≤ 14% | ≤ 37% |
| Chinese Materia Medica Grand Dictionary (China) - Sika Velvet | Max. 50.13% | - | - |
1 Total Amino Acids (DM = Dry Matter)
Altrive® Red Deer Farm is the accumulative #1 award winning red deer velvet farm in the NZ Annual National Velvet & Trophy Antler Competition organised by National New Zealand Deer Farmers Association since 2012.
Only <0.08% deer farms in New Zealand have superior stags and the favourable environment to produce a sizeable quantity of 'Big-Bulb' SA Grade deer velvet antler. This makes the Altrive® 'Big-Bulb' SA Grade deer velvet antler used in NutritiveZ™ products very unique & precious!
Altrive® Deer Farm is located in Riversdale, Southland in a country-side area near Fiordland National Park in the very far south of New Zealand's South Island. 100% Pollution Free, Nuclear Free, Disease Free, Non-GMO, clean, green open range deer haven. It is one of the purest places in pristine New Zealand & indeed in the world!
Southland province in NZ, is well renown as the home of New Zealand's best red deer, similar to how Changbai Mountain is famous for its sika deer in China.
At Altrive,deer stags and hinds are raised naturally. Altrive® Deer Farm never uses any GM feed, artificial feed nor growth hormones to foster growth, ever... 100% PURE & NATURAL DEER
2) NUTRITIVEZ™ INGREDIENT ADVANTAGE - ASTAREAL® #1 NATURAL ASTAXANTHIN BRAND IN THE WORLD!
Why do we add AstaReal® Axtaxanthin to Deer Velvet?
Deer velvet Antler is a highly potent ingredient and should not be overdosed. To further enhance the effect of our product, we have chosen to supplement it with astaxanthin for strong reasons.
Astaxanthin is nature's most powerful
known 'anti-oxidant' & 'anti-inflammatory'
Natural astaxanthin made from Haematococcus pluvialis (HP) microalgae is a natural carotenoid that can be found existing in water in nature.
Human beings can benefit immensely from astaxanthin. But since our bodies cannot synthesize it directly (due to the hard cell wall), previously we could only obtain sufficient astaxanthin by eating a substantial amount of seafood daily which contains astaxanthin. The good news is that nowadays it is possible for us all to instead obtain sufficient 100% natural astaxanthin in the form of health supplements.
NB: Astaxanthin is a 'Pure Antioxidant' and no matter the dosage will fight damaging free radicals and help your health (I.E. Unlike CoQ-10, Beta Carotene, Zeaxanthin, Vitamin E, C, D and Selenium etc. which can turn 'Pro-oxidant', thereby releasing free radicals & actually causing damage your health!).
Natural Astaxanthin has '6000 times' more
'anti-oxidant power' than Vitamin C
Astaxanthin under the microscope
Why is AstaReal® #1 - your safest & the best choice of Astaxanthin?
AstaReal® is the world´s leading producer and innovator of natural astaxanthin :- The first company in the world to commercially produce natural astaxanthin from microalgae. A highly advanced & one-of-a-kind technology using specially designed photobioreactors is used to cultivate the microalgae Haematococcus pluviailis (HP).
- AstaReal® produces premium natural astaxanthin products that are of the highest potency, quality and stability.
- AstaReal® astaxanthin is the most studied brand of astaxanthin in the world
- AstaReal® astaxanthin is free of heavy metals, pesticides, cancer causing pollutant PAHs, nuclear radiation that plague so many growers & the astaxanthin NutritiveZ™ uses is processed for human consumption 100% mechanically & naturally in Australia by Pharmako™ (without chemicals/heat).
- AstaReal® is a trademark of Fuji Chemical Industries Co., Ltd.
3) NUTRITIVEZ™ 'HIGH-TECH / 100% COLD' PRODUCTION ADVANTAGE = 'HIGHLY BIO-ACTIVE' INGREDIENTS
NutritiveZ™ deer velvet products are processed and packaged in a 100% heat-free manner so that protein and lipid structures do not break down resulting in a more efficacious ingredient. Research has shown that the water-soluble protein in freeze-dried velvet antler is 13.1 TIMES HIGHER than with other production processing methods.
Our velvet is freeze dried using advance technologies. We use cold alcohol microbial treatment. Our products are 100% made in New Zealand, within a GMP certified factory. We use high quality packing box and tamper proof sticker, deliberately avoiding plastic shrink wrapping which expose products to intense heat.
NB: Please be very wary of all other brands of deer velvet capsules (full antler stick or deer velvet slices) without an independent lab amino acid test report, as almost all manufacturers in New Zealand, China & Korea etc. are still using high heat-processing methods where they boil the deer velvet at very high temperatures for a long time (even if they freeze dry it later!), thereby destroying the bio-activity of their deer velvet & also the potential health benefits for you!
4) NUTRITIVEZ™ COUNTERFEIT 'FAKES' PROTECTION / 'SAFE FOR CONSUMPTION' CUSTOMER ASSURANCE
In order to protect consumers’ interests, NutritiveZ™ has printed a unique individual authentication 'QR Code' onto the label of every single bottle (This label is applied at the packing factory in New Zealand).
After scanning, you will see 1 of the following 3 symbols.
| This symbol means the QR code & your product is real and that you are the 1st person scanning this code. |
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| This symbol means the QR code is real, but it has been scanned before. | |
| This symbol means the QR code does not exist and the product is fake. |
If the QR code is real, you will be able to see the following proof of ISO Lab independent 'bio-activity' & NZ manufacturing origin related to your product.
- independent ISO17025 lab certificate on amino acids (including essential amino acids), ash and moisture content of the velvet in the capsules
- independent ISO17025 lab certificate on nutrition values printed on the nutrition label
- independent ISO17025 lab certificate on product safety (microbial, heavy metals and pesticide residue)
- certificate of New Zealand origin
