LA SOD DE MELON : ANTIOXYDANT ET ANTI-INFLAMMATOIRE NATUREL

Melon SOD: the star ingredient of Laboratoire Pronatur

In the world of natural health products, certain ingredients stand out for their exceptional efficacy.Even if SuperOxide Dismutase (SOD) is far from being as widely publicized as hyaluronic acid or collagen, it is indeed one of them. Considered the "molecule of youth" by the scientific community, it is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory that is as useful externally as it is internally.

Laboratoire Pronatur has made it the flagship ingredient in its formulations for one simple reason: its unrivalled efficacy. Discover the reasons behind the choice of this molecule.

What is melon SOD ?

SOD is an enzyme naturally produced by all living organisms, whether animal or plant, without which they cannot survive. Naturally present in the human body, it is located at thetop of the antioxidant pyramid. It is the most effective defense against free radicals, far surpassing vitamin C or polyphenols.

Too many free radicals, responsible for oxidative stress in cells, accelerate organ and skin ageing, increase inflammation and lead to various dysfunctions. Thanks to its antioxidant action, SOD protects the body and its cells. However, the body's natural production of SOD slows down with ageing, which is why supplementation is so important.

The SOD is full ofbenefitsFor everyone, but particularly for the elderly, city dwellers exposed to pollution and athletes. It relieves inflammation and joint pain, improves circulation (playing a role in cardiovascular disease), improves skin condition and promotes muscle recovery.

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Why is SOD so effective ?

Since its discovery in 1969, over 50,000 scientific publications, including more than 1,000StudiesClinical studies have highlighted the effectiveness of SOD in numerous applications, notably in joint health.

People with joint problems produce excess superoxide radicals, as their immune system cells fight off invaders by generating large quantities of free radicals. These destroy joint tissue and cartilage, causing swelling. SOD effectively combats these phenomena.

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The dual action of SOD: internal and external

As a dietary supplement (internal action)

To be effective orally, SOD must be protected. Laboratoire Pronatur uses a micro-encapsulated SOD which is released in the intestine, avoiding its destruction in the stomach. This technical innovation enables the enzyme to interact directly with intestinal cells for maximum effectiveness.

This approach is particularly important as natural SOD production declines with age. Although SOD is present in certain foods (melon, lemon, red cabbage, sprouted wheat), the quantities are small and often destroyed during digestion.

Topical application (external action)

SOD also proves effective in external applications, notably in cosmetic formulations and massage gels, as it stimulates the production of cutaneous antioxidants, protecting the skin from oxidative stress and helping to regulate epidermal inflammation. Here again, micro-encapsulation plays a crucial role: it protects the molecule during application and enables its release once in the epidermis.

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Why do so few manufacturers use SOD ?

Despite its proven efficacy and status as the world's most studied molecule for its antioxidant properties, SOD is rarely used by manufacturers of natural health products. There are two main reasons for this paradox:

1. Its high costThe production of high-quality melon SOD, in particular with solvent-free extraction from ORGANIC melon, represents a major investment.
2. The technical expertise you needIntegrating SOD into certain formulations, such as gels, requires specific know-how that few companies possess. That's why our AGYflex ARGILE VERTE Massage Gel is the only pain-relieving massage gel on the market to contain this famous SOD!

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Pronatur ranges enriched with SOD

The story of melon SOD is fascinating. After the mad cow crisis of the 90s banned the use of animal-derived SOD, researchers in the Avignon region discovered in 1989 that SOD was responsible for the best shelf life of a melon derived from conventional, non-genetically modified crosses.

Laboratoire Pronatur uses an SOD extracted from a French variety of ORGANIC melon juice (Cucumis melo L.) produced on its own site,BIONOVIn Eyragues, is very close to its facilities. This proximity guarantees freshness and traceability.

For Laboratoire Pronatur, the choice to incorporate the best SOD available was a natural one, making this exceptional ingredient the signature of their excellent natural health products, despite its higher cost. For example, theAGYflex® GREEN CLAYIs the only massage gel on the market containing SOD.

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Melon SOD can be found in the following ranges:

●AGYflex®: Acomplete range(massage gel and dietary supplements) for joint health

●URYflex®: Desformulations targeting urinary comfort

●VYTAflex®: DescomplementsFor general vitality

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Faced with the challenges of aging and oxidative stress that affect us all, SOD represents a natural solution whose powerful antioxidant action makes all the difference to your joints, urinary comfort or overall vitality. This molecule present in Laboratoire Pronatur products helps improve overall health, and reinforces the beneficial effects of other active ingredients in food supplements. Don't hesitate to explore its benefits by testing one of our joint wellness cures !

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