Ingredients of Formula #1 Lobelia Powder (leaves and stems) The splendor of the purple-hued flowers makes this plant popular in English gardens, but it is also valued as a herb in many cultures and is sometimes referenced as Indian Tobacco, Pukeweed and Vomitwort. In small doses, it is used for lung congestion and in larger doses, it will induce vomiting. It also contains anti-inflammatory and pain-killing properties and has been used to treat bronchitis, diptheria, tetanus and tonsillitis.
Lobelia is considered invaluable as a natural sedative for subduing spasms and in relaxing the system. It is extremely effective in reducing nervousness associated with smoking withdrawal and for reducing cravings.
Licorice Root Powder Licorice Root is famous for its distinctive flavor and is found in numerous candy and confection recipes as well and in beverages and liqueurs. Licorice Root is also a traditional herbal remedy with an ancient history and world wide usage.
A popular and well-known remedy for coughs, consumption and chest complaints including bronchitis, Licorice Root is an ingredient in almost all cough medicines because of its valuable soothing properties. Users of the Cig-Arette™ system will benefit from its anti-depressant effects as well as its ability to regulate hormones and heal membrane damage to the digestive tract caused by years of smoking.
Passion Flower Powder (Leaves and Stems) Passion Flower is a woody vine with flowers which also bears small berry-like fruit and is native to North, Central and South America. Native Americans used it primarily as a sedative and it was popular in Europe as a folk remedy. Today it is used primarily as a sedative and digestive aid.
Passion Flower reduces spasms and depresses the central nervous system. It is prized for its relaxing and anti-anxiety effects and is particularly effective in treating the symptoms of sleeplessness brought on by nicotine withdrawal. Flavonoids contain properties to naturally induce relaxation and sleep, with easy, light breathing and little or no neural or mental depression. Unlike a narcotic sleep aid, there is no addiction and no side effects upon awakening.
Sarsaparilla Root Powder Sarsaparilla is a large woody vine growing up to 50 meters in length with a long, tuberous root which supports a ground-trailing vine with paired tendrils for climbing. From the 15th century to present day, and throughout the world, sarsaparilla root has been used as a blood purifier and general tonic as well as a treatment for conditions ranging from gout, syphilis and fevers to digestive and skin disorders.
It is widely considered to be one of the best natural tonics, used by various cultures for treatment of physical weakness and impotence. The action of this herbal ingredient will help offset the reduction of acetylcholine - the neurotransmitter controlling energy level – which is stimulated by nicotine. As a result, concentration and reactive abilities are improved and weight gain is also better controlled.
Eleuthero Root Powder A cousin of the ginseng family, the Eleuthero root is found in the Russian province of Siberia. Used to promote an overall sense of well-being, and as a remedy for fatigue and depression, this herb has been held in such esteem in China for thousands of years that it sometimes commanded a higher price than gold.
After nearly a thousand studies, Eleuthero Root is found to nutritionally support the glandular system and is considered an “adaptogen” by herbalists, meaning it helps the body adapt to any situation which creates stress or exhaustion, and returns normal function faster. The systems in the body are shocked and become sluggish when nicotine is no longer available as a stimulant – Eleuthero Root reduces the stress to the system and begins immediate repairs to increase energy and stamina.
Echinacea Purpurea Powder A native to North America, this ‘clump-forming' perennial has a showy, purple, daisy-like flower heads that can measure up to 3 inches across.
Extracts of this flower, roots, and leaves are usually taken orally, and reportedly stimulate the immune system and increase the body's resistance to infection. Native American medicine included this herb for a long list of medicinal purposes. Today in Europe, over 200 pharmaceutical products include this herb, a testament to its potency and effectiveness. As a powerful immune booster, this herb is essential to any smoking recovery formula.
Elderberry Extract (flower) This shrub or small tree can grow up to 20 feet and is found in the moist soils of wetland areas near lakes, swamps, wet woodlands, and canals in Europe and North America.
It bears showy white flowers in late spring and berries in late summer and fall. The fruit is sweet and juicy and can be eaten alone or used in recipes for pies, jellies and wine.
The flowers and berries of this tree contain flavonoids which strengthen and maintain the immune and respiratory systems. Containing vitamins and powerful anti-oxidant agents, Elderberry Extract is included in Cig-Arette™'s comprehensive system to specifically address vitamin depletion and attack the build-up of harmful and abundant free radicals which have resulted from years of smoking.
Ginger Root Powder The Ginger plant is a perennial that is native to southeast Asia but also cultivated in other tropical regions such as Africa, the Fiji Islands, Jamaica, Australia and Indonesia.
Popular as a spice, condiment and flavoring agent, ginger has also played an important role as a folk remedy in various cultures dating back nearly 2,500 years.
Ginger Root is a time-proven tonic for nausea, upset stomach and cramps, making it an effective treatment for combating the digestive problems and discomfort often present when quitting smoking. It is also a circulatory stimulant and relaxes peripheral blood vessels and stimulates the flow of saliva to prevent dry mouth.
Barley Grass Powder (leaves) Young barley grass is considered to be incredibly nutritious – a rich source of vitamins, minerals and proteins necessary for the human diet. Juice from the leaves is extracted, then dehydrated before being processed into a fine powder.
Because smoking robs the body of nutrients, the addition of this nutritionally-rich ingredient addresses the free radical damage and vitamin depletion by replenishing your system. Many of the vitamins, minerals and enzymes in barley are powerful antioxidants which work to attack free radicals, enhance your immune system, rejuvenate the skin and promote cardiovascular health.
Bayberry Root Powder Derived from the bark of the bayberry root, this small evergreen shrub grows throughout a wide portion of the Eastern and Southern United States. It can grow up to 8 feet tall and its leaves release an intense, pleasant fragrance that is also a natural and safe insect repellent for dogs.
Bayberry is an effective astringent and was originally used to treat canker sores, boils and skin ulcers as it will dry up and protect exposed membranes. Popularly used today in the treatment of diarrhea, bleeding gums and sore throat, it is also an extremely effective antibiotic agent for fighting infection and in the prevention of colds and flu, a necessary immune booster as smokers may be particularly vulnerable to viruses upon quitting.
Cayenne Pepper (dried fruit) This stimulating herb is made from the dried pods of chili peppers and is valued as a popular spice for its pungent taste and ability to change the profile of a food dish. Cayenne pepper has been used throughout history in many different cuisines, but its medicinal use also dates back thousands of years.
Considered by many herbalists to be the most valuable and important herb in natural medicine, the greatest benefit of cayenne pepper comes from its ability to rapidly stimulate the circulatory system and deliver fresh blood, oxygen and nutrients to the heart and other organs of the body. Smokers chronically suffer poor circulation and cayenne pepper helps to open up capillaries allowing vitalized blood as well as other healing herbs and nutrients into the bloodstream, while simultaneously flushing out toxins and waste.
Cayenne is also a thermogenic substance, allowing you to burn more calories from food and is an ingredient in many weight loss supplements.
Lemon Grass Powder (leaves) Resembling a gigantic weed, lemongrass can grow to a height of 5 feet and is commonly found in Southeast Asia and warmer climates throughout the world. Lemongrass is a favored ingredient in many Asian cuisines because of its tangy and distinctive flavor and is also used in various cosmetics because of its fragrant oil.
Used for centuries in traditional and natural medicine, lemongrass is used to combat anxiety, insomnia and digestive disorders. Lemongrass acts as a sedative for the cravings, nervous tension, restlessness and sleeplessness that can often accompany the withdrawal of nicotine.
Peppermint Powder (leaf) After feasts, the ancient Romans and Greeks ate mint to settle their stomachs, but the species Peppermint, is a relative newcomer which showed up around the start of the 18th century and is a hybrid of several different varieties of mint.
As well as being aromatic and flavorful, peppermint is rich in menthol and carvone, both of which soothe the digestive tract. It is widely considered one of the best-known remedies for stomach problems. Because indigestion and stomach upset often occur as a result of quitting smoking, peppermint will relieve conditions such as diarrhea and irritable bowel syndome by stimulating the stomach's digestive acids and soothing the muscles and lining of the stomach and intestines.
Safflower Powder (flower) Safflower is an annual plant native to the Mediterranean countries and cultivated in Europe and the U.S. The orange-yellow flowers and the seeds of the plant are harvested for use as a dye, and for medicinal and culinary usage. Also called American Saffron or False Saffron, it is often used as a substitute for the expensive saffron spice. The oil is valued for both cooking and burning.
Safflower is used to treat hysteria and panic attacks but is extremely effective as a laxative and diuretic. It is helpful in dealing with the physical and psychological restlessness and jitters that often accompany nicotine withdrawal.
Bioperine Powder (dried fruit) Bioperine is a pure piperine extract obtained from black pepper berries cultivated from southern India. Extraction is a labor-intensive process beginning with hand-harvesting the delicate fruit, just prior to ripening, and then sun-drying before further processing proceeds. Although black pepper extract has been used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine, pure piperine extract is a relative newcomer which has already demonstrated amazing results in clinical trials.
Specifically, Bioperine activitates thermogenesis - the metabolic process which generates energy in our bodies. In addition to being a key factor in weight loss, this process creates an efficient and superior delivery of nutrients to our system. It sets in motion the mechanisms that lead to rapid and efficient absorption and digestion of vitamins, minerals, and proteins that are often deficient in smokers.
Piper Longum Powder (dried fruit) Also known as Long Pepper, Dried Catkins or Pippali, this climbing shrub is indigenous to India and Sri Lanka. The entire plant is leafy and aromatic, with flowers that grow on solitary spikes. The fruit it bears is shiny, with a blackish green color and is featured in Northern and Eastern African dishes which benefit from the hot and sweet flavor sensations.
Piper Longum is a powerful stimulant for both the digestive and respiratory systems and has been shown to have a rejuvenating effect on the lungs - a balm against the effects of smoking. It also contains piperine, shown to encourage the release of metabolic energy to aid weight loss and help the system to better absorb nutrients.
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