Herbal supplements, and herbs in general, have been used for centuries as food, medicine, and flavor enhancers. These days, we commonly take them in the form of herbal supplements, most commonly pills for many of us. However, taking an herb in pill format isn’t the best method. Whether or not our bodies absorb them properly depends on a variety of factors, and much of the goodness of the herbs is lost in the digestive process. In other words, herbs taken by traditional formats, such as pills, don’t have a high bioavailability.
Liposomes solve this problem. It’s a method of delivery that maximizes the herb and has a much higher bioavailability. It’s why we’ve chosen to prepare 4 Herb Synergy Gold II this way! Here is more information on how liposomes increase the effectiveness of the herbs:
Increased Bioavailability
As mentioned above, one of the main benefits of liposomal delivery is increased bioavailability. Many potent herbs, such as curcumin from turmeric or boswellia, are notoriously difficult for the body to absorb when taken in traditional supplement form. They need to be absorbed in our bodies a certain way in order for the “goodness” to be delivered in the body where it’s needed. Liposomes solve this problem by shielding these compounds from degradation in the digestive tract and helping them pass directly into the bloodstream. Studies have shown that liposomal curcumin, for example, has significantly higher absorption rates than standard powder capsules.
Targeted Delivery
Liposomes have the unique ability to fuse with cell membranes, allowing their contents to be delivered directly into cells where they’re most needed. This targeted delivery means you can achieve better results with lower doses, reducing the risk of gastrointestinal side effects and improving overall efficiency. It also allows for a more sustained release of the herbal compounds over time, offering longer-lasting benefits.
Enhanced Stability
Many herbal compounds are sensitive to light, heat, or oxidation. Liposomes provide a protective barrier, keeping these nutrients stable until they reach their destination. This enhances shelf life and ensures that the herbs retain their potency, even after prolonged storage. Herbal supplements prepared other ways, such as in capsule form, are not as stable. For example, if you powder an herb like turmeric and encapsulate it, you may notice that, over time, the supplement starts to discolor. This is not good and you should throw the supplement out when this happens. It means the supplements are starting to spoil, or at the very least, lose their effectiveness. This doesn’t happen with liposomes, the preparations are lot more stable.
Natural Synergy of Herbs
Liposomes are not just effective, they’re biocompatible, which means that it is a substance that is compatible with living tissue. Because they are made of the same materials that compose human cell membranes, they are generally well-tolerated and safe for most people. When paired with adaptogenic herbs like ashwagandha or anti-inflammatory agents like ginger, liposomes can unlock the full therapeutic potential of these natural substances.
This is exactly whey we’ve chosen to prepare 4 Herb Synergy Gold II as a liposome. Visit here for more information:
Sources:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4818067/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9393238/
