5th Quarter Balance

A reservoir of digestive enzymes, pancreas is essential for a properly functioning digestive system. Protease, lipases and amylase enzymes within the pancreas gland aid in the break down of dietary proteins, fats and carbohydrates into smaller units suitable for better absorption. Pancreas also contains Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) which supports red blood cell production and conversion of food into energy. Vitamin B5 is also thought to be being beneficial for skin health.

A concentrated source of the “bone health essential” minerals, calcium and phosphorous and is also known to contain biologically active growth factors, collagen, and other bone proteins to promote optimal bone health. Not only do these bioactives support the entire musculoskeletal system, but the calcium in bone is also essential for the normal functioning of muscles, blood vessels and nerves.

Beneficial in cases of low adrenal function to combat fatigue, stress and anxiety. Potential benefits for allergies, inflammation and immune support. The adrenal glands produce the stress hormones adrenalin and nor adrenalin and the steroid hormones cortisol, corticosterone, cortisone, aldosterone and ketosteroids. These hormones perform a myriad of essential functions  which include regulating stress responses by maintaining nervous control over many involuntary bodily functions, such as heart rate and digestion; glucose metabolism and control of blood pressure. The adrenal gland contains a range of essential vitamins and minerals which include Vitamin B5 and 12, Vitamin D and Selenium. 

Liver is packed with the best nutrition. It’s rich in high quality protein (containing all 9 essential amino acids).  It’s one of the best dietary sources of highly absorbable haeme iron, essential for the formation of heamoglobin and the transport of oxygen in the blood as well as copper and zinc.  Liver is a significant source of Vitamin A, which is important for vision, immune function and skin health along with B vitamins like B12, riboflavin, niacin and folate. There’s also a range of other important bioactive nutrients such as choline, hyaluronic acid and CoQ10. Liver can help to boost immunity, support a healthy metabolism and production of red blood cells as well as optimizing brain and nervous system function too.

Rich in healthy fats including DHA for supporting cognitive function and vision and mood along with phospholipids like phosphatidylserine that support healthy membranes and communication between neurons to protect against stress, and to support memory and learning. You'll find the amino acid choline in brain too - providing another essential boost to memory and mood.