TRAVELERS DEFENSE protects you against the four main causes of travel discomfort: Jet Lag, High Altitude Sickness, Airborne Diseases and Travel Insomnia
The other jet lag remedies only claim to protect you against 1 of the 4 major ailments and do so with just a fraction of our proprietary blend of Travel Smart ingredients.
Echinacea:
Derived from the purple coneflower, Echinacea has been used for many years as an herbal remedy for preventing colds, flu, and other infections. Laboratory research has shown that Echinacea can stimulate the body’s immune system. Now one of the most popular and commonly used supplements in the U.S., you can be assured your giving your body the support it needs to fight off illnesses during your travels. Therefore taking a continual dose of echinacea during your trip is the best way to naturally support your immune system.
Melatonin:
The natural amino acid Melatonin is produced by the body to regulate sleeping patterns. It is created by the pineal gland in the brain throughout the day and maintains specific levels in the body to keep your sleeping and waking cycles regular. When you travel, factors like artificial lighting, alteration of time tables, and general travel discomfort can lead to travel insomnia. This results in a distortion of your body's natural clock known as jet lag. It is therefore critical to stabilize these levels back to a normal pattern through the use of a dietary supplement. This will allow you to quickly adjust to your new environment and get the quality sleep you need each night of your trip. Wake up with the energy you want and need to have a good trip.
Ginkgo Biloba:
Cultivated in China for over 1,500 years the Ginkgo tree has been used as a homeopathic remedy for Dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and Altitude Sickness. It is considered to have a concentration enhancing, and anti-vertigo effect. These uses are based on the plant extracts increasing blood circulation properties, and showing notable; anti-allergy, anti-inflammatory and anti-viral effects in recent research. Commercial air cabin pressure is only regulated to the equivalent of being at 8,000 feet which can shock the body with a major change in altitude and a depletion of oxygen levels. The increased circulatory effect is why Ginkgo Biloba taken as a dietary supplement will aid in the body’s ability to quickly adapt to the stress of the new ambient pressure, reduce the onset of headaches, maintain metal alertness, and limit the long term effects from a rapid altitude change. Every traveler should be aware of these factors acting upon them in flight and take action to protect their body. We at TRAVELERS DEFENSE have taken great consideration of these factors and have provided the nutritional support your body needs!
Pau D' Arco:
Made from the inner bark of the Tabebuia Avellandae this herb has many medicinal qualities such as antiviral, anti-parasitic, and anti-inflammatory. It has been used against such ailments as a common cold, influenza, and malaria. The properties of strengthening the body’s immune system, especially a weakened immune system, make Pau D’ Arco an excellent source for travelers who are taking long flights or making a number of connections. Traveling through bacteria rich environments such as airplanes or airports can stress the body’s immunity defenses by over exhaustion and depleting the body's resources to fight back. Supporting the immune system with Pau D'Arco is a sure way to protect yourself on your next trip.
Cat's Claw:
Continual research has been conducted around the globe for the last 40 years to better understand the full depth of the healing capability found within this historical South and Central American wild grown herb. The oxindole alkaloids found in the bark and roots of Cats Claw have been documented to stimulate the immune system. The alkaloids have been determined to increase antioxidants to rid the body of free radicals and the immune response in the body. Additionally compounds contained in the plant’s bark may also work to kill bacteria, viruses and the microorganisms that cause disease. For a traveler exposing their delicate immune system to new harsh environments, this superior performing herb and its immune supporting properties is without a doubt one of the best tools for maintaining optimal health.
Lavender:
A Persian originated herbal remedy lavender, derived from the Latin lavare meaning “to wash”, was used in ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome as an antiseptic and for mental health purposes. Today, the herb is used for conditions such as anxiety, restlessness, insomnia, and depression. Lavender has also been show effective in relieving headaches and upset stomachs. A perfect addition for a traveler’s diet to aid in overall health and well being Lavender will make your trip an enjoyable one.
Vitamin C:
Well understood in modern medicine as a highly effective antioxidant. Even taken in small amounts vitamin C can protect indispensable molecules in the body from damage by free radicals that can be generated during normal metabolism as well as through exposure to toxins and pollutants. Vitamin C may also be able to regenerate other antioxidants such as vitamin E and support many bodily functions. Its critical nature is best understood by a deficiency symptom experience by early trans-Atlantic sailors, known a scurvy, in which the appearance of a complete breakdown in the body’s health was apparent and potential turned lethal. The far reaching importance of taking vitamin C’s recommended daily value is evident.
Chamomile:
The dried flower pedals of the chamomile flower have been widely praised for their medical properties in the ancients civilizations Egypt, Rome, and Greece. These traditional beneficial medical characteristics were validated in recent years of testing as having specific anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, anti-allergenic and sedative properties. The relaxing quality is useful when the body is under stress, such as the conditions experienced during air travel, or healing and fighting off infection, which is equally a concern when leaving ones local environment. This sedative quality can also aid in the ability for the body to fall asleep in a harsh climate and offer support for travel insomnia symptoms.
Zinc:
Typically a decline in immune system health can be directly linked to a deficiency of Zinc in the body. Zinc works as a major catalyst in the immune response that your body undertakes to fight off infections, bacteria, and airborne pathogens. The best dietary sources that provide marginal zinc sources being meats, shellfish, and nuts are less organically grown in today’s society and their for a depletion of natural levels has made the average person more susceptible to deficiencies. We at TRAVELERS DEFENSE understand the critical importance zinc not only by itself, but also in facilitating the performance of the other natural immune supporting herbal ingredients. Rest assured your body will be well taken care of with a daily serving of Travelers Defense on your next trip.
5-HTP:
The natural pre-cursor to serotonin in the body, 5 HTP is considered an excellent way to promote higher levels of serotonin production. These levels in the nervous system are responsible for feelings of well being, satisfaction and for normal sleep patterns. 5 HTP has been used to relieve the symptoms of anxiety, insomnia, and depression. Support your body’s needs for serotonin and turn the stress of flying back to a more enjoyable relaxing experience. Taking TRAVELERS DEFENSE throughout your trip will allow a better regulated sleep cycle which reduces jet lag symptoms, and decrease your natural sensitivity to mental stresses.
Valerian Root:
This herb is well known for being a natural sedative and having the ability to relax the body’s central nervous systems. It has been used as a sleeping aid for hundreds of years especially when there is excitation or difficulty in falling to sleep due to nervousness or stress. It is considered beneficial for encouraging sleep and improving sleep quality, hysteria, improving circulation, insomnia, disturbed sleep patterns, and lack of concentration. With the ever increasing difficulty to relax on an aircraft and induce sleep in a new time zone, Valerian Root is a perfect herbal remedy for the symptoms experienced from jet lag and air travel. Getting quality sleep during your trip whether it’s business or pleasure will always make your days more fulfilling.
Garlic:
Garlic bulbs have been cultivated for more than 5000 years and used in every major civilization for medicinal purposes. As recently as WWII, the Russians used Garlic as their main medical devise to cure infections for wounded soldiers and prevent the spread of disease. Herbalists have long touted garlic for curing a number of health problems, from preventing colds and treating intestinal problems to lowering blood cholesterol and the risk of heart disease. Keeping the body’s defenses strong during traveling and providing it with the ability to recover and repair is why Garlic has been included in TRAVELERS DEFENSE .
Licorice Root:
With an immense list of well documented uses, Licorice Root is probably one of the most frequently overlooked herbal remedies available today. Over 100 potentially healing substances have been identified in the licorice root that combine to exert numerous beneficial effects on the body. Licorice also appears to enhance immunity by boosting levels of key immune system chemicals that fight off attacking viruses. Additionally compounds known to reduce LDL cholesterol levels and prevent heart disease are present keeping the blood vessels free from clogs. With so many incredible attributes it’s no wonder TRAVELERS DEFENSE included Licorice as an ingredient.
