History and studies

Ancient Knowledge

For hundreds of years, Sceletium Tortuosum of indigenous peoples from the Namaqualand and other land for endurance hunting and relaxation used. The Plant was and is an important part in the culture of the Khoisan, who, according to genetic studies suggest that the oldest existing group of people.

HISTORY

Origin

Zembrin is obtained from Sceletium tortuosum. This grows in the mountains Namaquas. Sceletium Tortuosum is a complex Plant, each with different plant types, which differ in the DNA sequence of something. The extract is consumed for centuries by the indigenous population and received in the time of the colonization of the attention of the sailors and captains who arrived in the country. Already in documents from the year 1610, the Plant and its healing is mentioned and documented.

Over the centuries, Sceletium has been used Tortuosum of the ship's people, and the word was brought to Europe. Thus, for example, in documents of the captain Bleek in the year 1873, comments, identify – he documented: “... the leaves of Sceletium Tortuosum are chewed by the male Bush people, which gives them strength and endurance. Pain and cramps seem to disappear...”

In 1896, the Plant underwent Isaac Meiring the first investigations. Meirings first Experiment took place with the extract of the Plant and a frog. The researchers found that the injected substance produced a hypnotic effect in the frog. After that, he experimented leaves with the dry, and could evaluate that they have an analgesic effect.

Over the years, the various Sceletium were investigated species and their ingredients. In 1960, it was established that all species have one ingredient in common: the Mesembrine. Other substances such as Mesembryanthemum anatomicum were found and investigated. For this substance is also a slightly narcotic effect could be demonstrated. Thus, we now knew where the pain comes and numbing effect of the Plant. Over the years, were thus analyzed the various substances and categorized. This research and results that led, finally, to the development of the extract Zembrin.

HISTORY

Meaning

Sceletium Tortuosum is an important part of the culture and the lifestyle of the inidigenen population. Although the leaves of the Plant are mainly of Older chewed, enjoying the Plant in the whole of the community respect and recognition. The indigenous population consumes you because of the hypnotic and sedative effect. The Sceletium is used, for example, stomach cramps, or for the rehabilitation of excessive alcohol consumption.

Many of the indigenous consumers assure that the Plant is not addictive and does not lead to hallucinations and other mental effects. Withdrawal symptoms occur also no. This is the indigenous consumers, as well as European consumers to confirm firstly. The main for the population relaxation and pain relief, as well as the boost of energy for everyday use. Dr. Nigel Gericke, the inventor of this product, has started his research and investigations, many years ago, in the mountains of the Namaqaland. He lived among the indigenous population, to understand their dealings with the Plant better. Through his personal experience, he was able to finally Zembrin, which consists of the 4 main alkaloids, patented.

Sceletium Tortuosum is used by the indigenous peoples also for other reasons:

will go greatly improved
you can feel an increasing euphoria and energy
it can have a calming, relaxing and analgesic

Many Older people in the community tell us that the way of thinking will be improved and it is more open to unusual (open-minded). Also, Pregnant women consume Sceletium Tortuosum, the morning sickness and digestive alleviate problems. Infants administered cramps the Plant for calming excessive crying or stomach.

In General, the Plant is also used against Asthma, stomach cramps, headache, migraine, and Depression

The image on the left shows the last great, unfortunately, deceased of natural healers Gert Dirkse (left) and Dr. Nigel Gericke in Paulshoeck, Namaqualand, South Africa in 1995.n

SPORTS

SPORTS AND FOCUS

Motivation is regarded by many as the most important Element of any athlete. At the same time, it can be a challenge, every Minute of training, the same motivated to tackle. Training requires focus and Overcoming the stresses of everyday life. At this point, zembrin can lead to improved Motivation. It has been clinically proven that the ingredients of zembrin, the improved cognitive function – in particular, cognitive flexibility, and Executive function. In addition, Tests have shown a reduction in Stress and an improvement in mood, which is manifested by a statistically significant improved quality of sleep, less fatigue, increased work performance, increased interest in daily activities, and a lower degree of irritability, worry and uncertainty. One of the most fascinating aspects of zembrin is that it is possible to experience – the user “feel” of its advantages.

STUDIES

A number of studies substantiate the effectiveness of this rare and fascinating Plant. Dr. Nigel Gerickes decades of research work, it is thanks to this wonderful product was brought to market maturity, and today safely can be used.