Deer Velvet

Deer Velvet has been long valued in Traditional Chinese Medicine as a natural health tonic. It is a rich source of amino acids, minerals and other nutrients such as Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 (IGF-1). Deer Velvet supports the immune system, aids blood circulation, and helps with the reproduction function, muscle strength and mental function.

References:

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Kang S.K., Kim K.S., Kim S.I., Chung K.H., Lee I.S., Kim C.H., Immunosuppressive activity of deer antler extracts of Cervus korean TEMMINCK var. mantchuricus Swinhoe, on type II collagen-induced arthritis, In Vitro Cell Dev Biol Anim. 2006 Mar-Apr; 42(3-4): 100-7.

Li Y.J., Kim T.H., Kwak H.B., Lee Z.H., Lee S.Y., Jhon G.J., Chloroform extract of deer antler inhibits osteoclast differentiation and bone resorption, J- Ethnopharmacol. 2007 Sep 5; 113(2): 191-8.

Sievers C., Schneider H.J., Stalla G.K., Insulin-like growth factor-1 in plasma and brain: regulation in health and disease. Front Biosci. 2008 Jan 1; 13: 85- 99.

Suttie J.M., Gluckman P.D., Butler J.H., Fennessy P.F., Corson I.D., Laas F.J., Insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) antler-stimulating hormone? Endocrinology. 1985 Feb; 116 (2): 846-8.

Zhou Q.L., Guo Y.J., Wang L.J., Wang Y., Liu Y.Q., Wang Y., Wang B.X., Velvet antler polypeptides promoted proliferation of chondrocytes and osteoblast precursors and fracture healing, Zhongguo-Yao: -Li-Xue-Bao. 1999 Mar; 20(3): 279-82.

Cautions: Seek professional health advice if pregnant, lactating, suffering from a medical condition or taking medication before supplementing.