Canadians gulp down more than $1-billion worth of energy drinks, power bars and weight-loss products every year. There are more new customers reaching for these products every day, and the number of choices in the market continues to proliferate. But many of these drinks do not promote health in the long run. With Solstic Energy, Nature’s Sunshine is pleased to offer you a product that is a healthy alternative to the various energy drinks and caffeinated beverages that so many people are reaching for.
Did you know?
Approximately 85 percent of the world’s population uses coffee, tea, colas, energy drinks, or some combination of them to help get through the day. Unfortunately, many of these drinks rade off a short term “kick” for long-term health consequences. The typical energy drink overloads your body with sugar and processed caffeine. Some popular energy drinks have as much as 5 teaspoons of sugar in a small can. You’ll see a short-lived boost in energy followed by a significant “crash.” Long term high sugar and caffeine consumption can lead to a variety of health issues, including dehydration and chronic inflammation, which can lead to a whole host of other problems. Another key ingredient in many energy drinks is taurine. Taurine has not been proven to be energy-giving in scientific studies. It would be misleading to assume that the taurine in sugar- and caffeine-laden drinks is responsible for any energy-boosting effects.
The safety of taurine is also unknown. A study conducted in 2008 showed that the ingestion of one 250mL can of sugar-free Red Bull, in a sample of 30 healthy young adults, had an immediate detrimental effect on both endothelial function and normal blood coagulation. This temporarily raised the cardiovascular risk in these individuals to a level comparable to that of an individual with established coronary artery disease.1
Based on their results, researchers involved with the study cautioned against the consumption
of Red Bull in individuals under stress, in those with high blood pressure, or in anyone with established atherosclerotic disease. Contrast this with red grape skin and decaffeinated green tea extracts in Solstic Energy. They have antioxidant properties which actually protect against cardiovascular diseases and promote healthy circulation as opposed to raising cardiovascular risks. Green tea is a good herbal substitution for taurine because it enhances endurance by increasing metabolic capacity and uses fatty acids as an energy source in skeletal muscle during exercise.
Solstic Energy is a nutrient-rich formula that boosts energy without the jitters and crashes
of other energy drinks. Solstic’s blend of natural, energy-boosting ingredients gives added stamina without crashing later, and without added long-term health risks. Solstic Energy
contains the complete complex of B vitamins,which play an important role in energy
metabolism. It comes in convenient, take-anywhere, easy-to-use stick packs, and is highly
economical with 30 packets in a box. With so many benefits, Solstic is the natural choice
for when you want energy without side effects.
Features & Benefits
30 Stick Packets, Energy Drink Mix, Stock No. 6500-9
• A healthy alternative to popular energy drinks on the market.
• A low-calorie energy booster with no sugar to pack on the pounds. Only 12 calories per serving.
• Contains ingredients that support energy but also provide health benefits.
• Guarana promotes mental alertness and increased energy levels and can improve exercise performance.
• Red grape skin extract contains antioxidant pigments called anthocyanins that inhibit LDL oxidation
(LDL oxidation is bad for you). Also has resveratrol, which protects against cardiovascular disease and
atherosclerosis and promotes healthy cholesterol levels. Resveratrol dilates blood vessels and promotes
healthy circulation.
• Green tea extract’s powerful antioxidants protect against cardiovascular disease and promote healthy
circulation. Green Tea can promote healthy weight by boosting calorie and fat metabolism. Green Tea
improves cognitive performance and mental alertness, and enhances endurance by increasing metabolic
capacity and fat burning for energy.
• Korean ginseng is an adaptogen that increases resistance to stress and enhances immune function. Also
used to promote healthy energy levels, cognitive function and mood.
• Vitamin B1 plays an important role in helping the body convert carbohydrates and fat into energy. It
helps to maintain proper functioning of the heart and the nervous and digestive systems.
• Vitamin B2 works with other B vitamins to produce energy from carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
Vitamin B2 is also involved in the essential pathway for energy production.
• Vitamin B3 is essential for the production of cellular energy (ATP).
• Vitamin B5 is needed for energy metabolism (breakdown of carbohydrates, proteins and fats).
• Vitamin B6 is involved in food metabolism and the release of energy. Also required for amino acid
metabolism and the formation of blood proteins and antibodies.
• Vitamin B12 is essential for energy production and the maintenance of the nervous system.
