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Passion Flower Quality Story
There are over 500 species of Passion Flower, which include the edible passionfruit and varieties grown for their
characteristic flowers.
The preferred clinical species is Passiflora incarnata which is native to the Americas and has many common names, including ‘Maypop’ and ‘Purple
Passion Flower’. The original forms of this plant have flowers varying in color from pale lavender through to dark violet. There is also a
white-flowered form which appears in the wild, as well as in cultivation, and is sold as P. incarnata “Alba”.
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During routine analysis in the MediHerb Research Laboratory it became evident that there were two different phytochemical profiles of Passion
Flower being encountered. The samples varied in the flavonoid constituents which are among the proposed clinically active components. In
conjunction with Southern Cross University (Australia) it was determined that the different flavonoid profiles were related to the color of the flowers
(purple or white). The clinical evidence for Passion Flower is derived from European clinical trials and the corresponding phytochemical profiles have
been published. By using LC/MS it was determined that these profiles matched that of the purple-flowered form. Two of the peaks are consistent
Passion Flower (Passiflora incarnata) between the two different forms, however, the remaining eight or more flavonoids are different. Without using at least HPLC, or ideally LC/MS, this
differentiation is easily missed and the inappropriate form of Passiflora incarnata might be used.
Vascular Care Vascular Care Complex is a combination Supplement Facts
of Horsechestnut, Butcher’s Broom and
Complex Ginkgo biloba. Serving size: 1 tablet
Note: Formerly known as These herbs contain steroidal saponins, other saponins Servings per container: 40
Horsechestnut Complex (a complex mixture known as escin), flavonoids, lipids, Amount per Serving %DV
sterols, terpene lactones (including ginkgolides) and other Butcher’s Broom root & rhizome 4:1 extract 200 mg †
phytochemicals. All the herbs within this tablet have from Ruscus aculeatus root & rhizome 800 mg
standardized levels of key phytochemicals to ensure Containing ruscogenin 20 mg
optimal strength and quality. The Horsechestnut component
is standardized to contain 36 mg of escin per tablet, the Horsechestnut seed 6:1 extract 200 mg †
Butcher’s Broom contains 20 mg per tablet of ruscogenin from Aesculus hippocastanum seed 1.2 g
and the Ginkgo component contains 7.3 mg per tablet of Containing escin 36 mg
ginkgo flavonglycosides (ginkgo flavone glycosides). Ginkgo leaf 50:1 extract 30.5 mg †
Together these herbs and the compounds within them from Ginkgo biloba leaf 1.5 g
are used traditionally to: Containing ginkgo flavonglycosides 7.3 mg
assist healthy blood circulation † Daily Value (DV) not established.
assist in the maintenance of healthy peripheral circulation
provide antioxidant activity Other ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, dibasic calcium
support and maintain healthy tissue fluid levels, including phosphate dihydrate, glucose syrup, sodium starch glycolate, ethyl
in the legs cellulose, ammonium hydroxide, fatty acids, oleic acid, silicon dioxide,
magnesium stearate, sodium carboxymethylcellulose, talc
provide support for the vascular system in the occurrence (magnesium silicate) and polydextrose.
of occasional, mild constipation Content Product No
support healthy response to environmental stresses* 40 Tablets M1640
Caution: Not to be used during pregnancy and lactation Suggested Use
unless otherwise directed by a qualified health care 1 tablet 2 – 3 times daily, or as directed.
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Enteric coated tablets. Do not break or crush.
Additional Support Educational Tools
Combines well with Gotu Kola Complex tablets to support Product Detail Sheet available online
healthy skin connective tissue, promote healthy blood See Ginkgo Quality Information on page 46
vessels and provide antioxidant activity.
Combines well with Garlic Forte tablets to support
cardiovascular system health.
Combine with Turmeric Forte tablets to support
circulation.
Consider Vitanox tablets for antioxidant activity.
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Avoid excessive saturated fat in the diet.*
t For other contraindications and cautions, please refer to the Herb-Drug Interaction Chart on page 131. Please consult the product packaging label for the most accurate product information.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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