{"product_id":"smilax-supreme-sarsaparilla-380mg-90-capsules-supreme-nutrition-products","title":"Smilax Supreme (Sarsaparilla) 380mg - 90 Capsules | Supreme Nutrition Products","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSmilax Supreme comes from the root of the plant Smilax officinalis which is a small vine that grows throughout Central and South America. This herb has been used for centuries for many purposes. Over the years it has been traditionally prescribed for the following conditions: psoriasis, arthritis, autoimmune diseases, detoxification, hormone regulation, and as a general tonic and blood purifier (1, 2, 3, 4, 5). It has historically been used to treat syphilis, gonorrhea, and other STD’s since at least the early 1800’s as well as for leptospirosis (6).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBack in 1942 the New England Journal of Medicine reported on Smilax’s effectiveness in treating psoriasis (7). Psoriasis as well as many other diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease, various liver disorders, pancreatitis, periodontal disease, coronary artery disease, arthritis and asthma are believed to have endotoxins as a possible causative component according to many researchers. One of the main components of Smilax is sarsaponin, which has been found to be an effective endotoxin binder .This is thought to be the reason it has been so helpful in treating psoriasis as well as so many other symptoms\/conditions (8). Since endotoxins can alter the manufacture of cytokines and eicosanoids, endotoxins can be very pro-inflammatory and have a vast number of effects, mostly negative (9).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSmilax is anti-inflammatory and can help with nephrotoxicity by increasing anti-oxidative defense activities (10, 11). Studies have shown how Smilax may help against colon cancer cell proliferation (12). New research has also shown how Smilax helps reduce oxidative stress due to lead toxicity in rats (13).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOther research has shown how Smilax helps protect the liver against hepatitis and other injury. In the study it inhibited the elevation in transaminase activity, reduced the TNF-alpha production, and improved the histological changes, including inflammatory infiltration, hepatocyte necrosis and degeneration and Kupffer cell hyperplasia (14).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOther components of Smilax, specifically some of the flavonoids, have been shown to be hepatoprotective (15). We see Smilax filling an important niche in our work. Many alternative medicine physicians find that many of our chronic patients suffer from a variety of sub-clinical “infections” of bacterial, fungal, parasitic, viral, and spirochete origins. These “infections” can cause many symptoms effecting the derma, gastro-intestinal tract, respiratory system, etc. etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany of the symptoms can arise from the endotoxins, mycotoxins, etc. produced by these microbes. An herb with the potential to bind many of these toxins can be of much benefit to speed up resolution of the patients’ complaints. We already know of a number of natural plants that have strong anti-microbial properties but few that are noted for their endotoxin and possibly mycotoxin binding properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs with most of our products, we evaluate this on most if not all patients. It may show up initially or it also may not show up until dysbiosis is resolved so the body can focus more on endotoxin reduction. We see its greatest uses as:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e1) A endotoxin binder and potentially a mycotoxin binder to accompany the antimicrobials you prescribe.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e2) As a broad spectrum antimicrobial itself, including as a possible anti-spirochete agent (borrelia, babsesia, etc.) While the research hasn’t been done yet, its effects in treating syphilis suggest its possible usage for other spirochetes as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e3) Immune modulator especially in people with suspected auto-immune responses.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4) It has been traditionally used to increase libido and hormone balancing so you might want to investigate it in those areas (16).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e5) It is also theorized that it increases GI absorption of other herbs and acts as an aid to the bioavailability of substances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are no know side effects though as with most herbs there is always a slight risk of gastro-intestinal irritation or nausea in very sensitive patients. There are some theories on the Internet that it should not be taken with Digitalis glycosides or bismuth containing medications like Pepto-Bismol or SF734.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReferences available on request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Supreme Nutrition Products","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45689069830395,"sku":"SN_024","price":30.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/1578\/9051\/files\/SN_024-Smilax-Supreme_bace0acd-2c4e-479f-b317-4145639f73b4.png?v=1766323269","url":"https:\/\/angl-dev.myshopify.com\/products\/smilax-supreme-sarsaparilla-380mg-90-capsules-supreme-nutrition-products","provider":"ANGL Dev Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}