Rosehip Relief

Two (herbs) are better than one, and this couldn’t be more true when it comes to Rose hips and Hawthorn berries: a dynamic duo. When developing this formula, I combined these two antioxidant-packed powerhouses for a synergistic approach. Whether you’re embarking on a new exercise regimen or looking for metabolic support as you age this delicious extract will strengthen your natural ability to recover better than ever. While Rose hips provide nourishment for muscle and joint health on their own, the potent and medicinal fruit of the Hawthorn plant nourishes and protects the heart and vascular system to optimize metabolic health. Not only do hawthorn berries support healthy circulation, aiding nutritional supply to the heart, they also promote healthy veins, arteries, and blood vessels.

Most importantly, both medicinal fruits are chock full of antioxidants that have been shown in countless studies to support a healthy inflammatory response systemically. These actions have been attributed to galactolipids and phenolics, as well as carotenoids such as lycopene, lutein, and zeaxanthin. These antioxidants tend to have a particular affinity for the cardiovascular system and blood vessels, maintaining and supporting heart and metabolic health, stamina, and blood circulation.

Perhaps the most important clinical benefit of the unsuspecting rose hip, is this fruit’s ability to promote a healthy inflammatory response. While most occasional stiffness and soreness comes about after exercise, there are often nagging areas of the body (like the hips, knees, or joints) that need some extra love due to an old injury or the aging process.

Interestingly enough, Rose hip’s ability to support a healthy inflammatory response within these areas exists independently from its rich Vitamin C or nutrient content. Instead, we look to the antioxidant activity of Rose hips; particularly, their polyphenolic compounds such as proanthocyanidins and flavonoids like quercetin and catechin. Aside from polyphenols, there’s another compound of interest in the clinical world: galactolipids, a class of compounds recently shown to possess powerful benefits both in vitro and in vivo.