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inflammation, speed healing of bruises and other tissue injuries (including fractures) and reduce overall recovery time
when compared to athletes taking a placebo. In patients recovering from facial and various reconstructive surgeries,
treatment with proteolytic enzymes significantly reduced swelling, bruising and stiffness compared to placebo groups.
Protease and Peptidase have been selected to work both digestively and systematically. They help prevent inflammation
by assisting the body in properly absorbing foreign protein fragments that can build-up in joints and tissues. Studies show
that protein build-up in the joints and tissues are a major cause of occasional pain and inflammation. These important
proteolytic enzymes break down proteins from food to release important nutrients (peptides and amino acids) for
absorption into the body. They also work systematically by breaking down foreign protein fragments before they can
cause an inflammatory or allergic response.

Peptidase

Peptidase contains very high levels of exo-peptidase activity and is able to provide a high degree of protein hydrolysis,
breaking down peptides completely into amino acids. Peptidase works synergistically with endogenous enzymes to
provide protein digestion throughout the entire digestive tract. Scientific evidence suggests that proteolytic enzymes, such
as peptidase, can be useful supplements for digestive support, immune support, cardiovascular support, and general
nutritional support.

Bromelain

Bromelain is a plant derived proteolytic enzymes. Bromelain, also known as bromelain, is a protein-digesting enzyme
extracted from the flesh and stem of the pineapple plant. Bromelain is most notable for its effectiveness in normalizing
inflammation and decreasing swelling, but the scope of its benefits continues to increase. As a natural systemic enzyme,
bromelain has many uses. Thus, the benefit of bromelain occurs over a broad range of doses and even small amounts
may be beneficial.

Ultra-Pure MSM™

Methylsulfonylmethane is a nutrient found naturally in wheat grass, raw broccoli and even mother’s milk. It has been
clinically shown to promote healthy joints and tissues. In its purified form, it is an odorless, essentially tasteless, white,
water-soluble crystalline solid. It is one of the safest substances in biology, similar in toxicity to water. The human body is
constantly building and repairing itself using vitamins, minerals, proteins, etc. as construction materials. MSM is the cement
that holds them together. Without enough MSM, cells become thin and tough resulting in leathery tissues that trap toxins
in and oxygen and nutrients out. Many years of clinical use at Oregon Health Sciences University has demonstrated that
MSM provides and supports normalized inflammation and improved mobility without serious side effects: improved
digestion and absorption of nutrients, improved regularity, increased oxygenation, higher energy levels, and healthier cells.
NWC exclusively uses Ultra-Pure™ MSM. Ultra-Pure™ MSM is all natural, non-toxic and is 99.9% pure. Ultra-Pure™
brand MSM is a non-animal-based nutritional supplement derived from pine trees.

Whole food Vitamin C

NO Ascorbic acid here. MSM Gold® contains a non-synthetic extract from Kiwi, Strawberry, Amla Fruit (Indian gooseberry)
and Acerola Cherry, all excellent natural sources of Vitamin C. Vitamin C is one of the most potent antioxidants and
inflammation is a major source of oxidants. In addition, Vitamin C helps support flexible connective tissue. Vitamin C is
an essential water-soluble nutrient that plays several key roles in maintaining health and immunity because it fights free
radicals, protects DNA and combats the effects of stress. NWC will never use ascorbic acid and call it vitamin C. All NWC
formulas include a whole food vitamin C complex for its specific role and overall health benefits.

Botanical Ingredient Overview

High Curcuminoid Content Turmeric

The active ingredient in this herb, curcuminoids, has been shown to include superior antioxidant properties. Turmeric is
used as an antioxidant in support of conditions affected by free radical damage. In a study, 10 people that received 500
mg of curcumin every day for a week had a measurable lowering of free radicals in their body. Turmeric, which is used
frequently in Indian cooking, seems to enhance the health of many older Indian people. Turmeric has also been used in
Ayurvedic medicine for centuries.

Bioperine black pepper extract

BioPerine is a patented extract of piperine that is easy for your body to absorb and found in many supplements. Studies
show that piperine might help enhance nutrient absorption, turmeric is enhanced by 2000% by adding piperine.