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FILISA* - Sutherlandia Frutescens, a natural anti-depressant & anti-viral

An adaptogenic tonic, FILISA™ helps the body find resources to cope with stress, both mental (such as grief and anxiety) and physical (during illness and times of great exertion). It also displays anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties.

Sutherlandia Frutescens is a small shrub with beautiful red flowers and large bladder-like pods. It grows in dry regions of Southern Africa and was named after James Sutherland, the first Superintendent of the Edinburgh Botanic Garden. There are many varieties, but we are using the Frutescens variety, which means 'bushy' in Latin.

We have called our Sutherlandia Frutescens FILISA™, which, in Zulu, means 'to make better'.

The Sutherlandia plant has many other names in many other cultures that give us an indication of its uses. Here are just a few of them, and some anecdotes too:

Kankerbos ('cancerbush') in Afrikaans
Motlepelo ('bringing back the light') in Sotho
Lerumo-lamadi ('the spear for the blood') in North Sotho

The ancient Zulu name is Insiswa, which translates as 'the one which dispels the darkness'. The wives of slain Zulu warriors used to take Sutherlandia to ease their grief.

The Khoi San of the Cape used an infusion of Sutherlandia to wash wounds and ingested it to bring down fevers.

More recently, Sutherlandia was administered during the 1918 flu pandemic (a mix of human and avian flu). It was thought to shorten the duration of the illness and lessen the symptoms.

We use the plant encapsulated exactly as it is found so it is far more potent than in weakened tablet form. The presence of fillers or binding agents, particularly found in tablet form, may interfere in absorption.

S.A.D. - Seasonal Affected Disorder - as recommended in the Sunday Times by Jennifer Harper-Deacon, Health Journalist of the Year 2008!

Often called SAD Syndrome or Seasonal Adjustment Disorder, the terms "Winter Depression" or "Winter Blues" are also sometimes used to describe this condition.

Sufferers report having sleep problems, depression, irritability, overeating and lethargy. Our FILISA™ can help. Many customers have already used this product to help alleviate feelings of depression, stress and anxiety.

As mentioned in the Sunday Times 'Style' magazine column "What's the Alternative", Dr Julian Kenyon of the Dove Clinic (www.doveclinic.com) uses FILISA™ to treat this condition.

To download the Sunday Times 'Style' article click here.

Read more about SAD by visiting the "Ailments A-Z" page under 'SAD (Seasonal Affected Disorder)': Ailments A-Z.

The Dove Clinic has used Filisa to help with Rheumatoid Arthritis

Observations show that FILISA™ can drop TNF alpha levels.

To read two short case studies click here.

Visit the Dove Clinic web site to find out more about treatments by Dr Julian Kenyon and the Dove Clinic at: www.doveclinic.com.

Summary of recent findings & safety study

For more information, and to read a recent summary of findings about Sutherlandia (including results by the South African Medical Research Council) click here.

FILISA™ can be taken

…As a tonic for stress, anxiety, grief, depression and PMT / PMS
Sutherlandia is rich in the natural inhibitory neuro-transmitter GABA, which reduces stress, improves the mood and gives a general sense of wellbeing.

…Against viruses such as influenza
L-Canavanine, a non-protein amino acid, with well-documented antiviral, antibacterial and anti-fungal activities, is found in Sutherlandia.

We have called our Sutherlandia Frutescens FILISA™, which, in Zulu, means 'to make better' - another name to add to the long list!

We use the plant encapsulated exactly as it is found so it is far more potent than in weakened tablet form.

How to take FILISA™

- Take two capsules, twice a day, with meals.

- Do not exceed the stated dose.

- Do not take FILISA™ if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have had a bone marrow or solid organ transplant.

- Not suitable for children under 14.

- Suitable for vegetarians as we use 'vegecaps'.

- FILISA™ is not tested on animals.

- FILISA™ should not be taken while on anti-coagulants such as heparin and warfarin.

Our FILISA™ vegecaps contain only the dried Sutherlandia Frutescens itself, no fillers or binders. Beware of cheaper brands!

Disclaimer
African herbal wisdom speaks for itself, and we are simply passing on to you our experiences. We would suggest that you consult your doctor for advice on any worries you may have. No official claims are made herein concerning efficacy.

FILISA™ - a natural adaptogen

Each pot contains freeze dried Sutherlandia Frutescens
(120 x 200mg capsules)

Price includes P&P to UK. Outside the UK - please select your country and correct postage on the checkout page.

** Note that we do have special offers on 3 and 6 month supplies so as to encourage perseverance with this supplement - see below for details. **

Item Price: £26.50

FILISA™ - discount for 3 or 6 months supply!

We can offer a special price on 3 or 6 months supply of FILISA™.

Note that are happy to "mix & match" our herbal supplements so that you can have a combination of SIMBA and FILISA as part of the discounted prices for three or six months supply. Contact us directly for details.

3 months @ £ 61.47
6 months @ £114.00

Price includes P&P to UK. Outside the UK - please select your country and correct postage on the checkout page.

3 months supply @ £61.47 (inc. P&P)

6 months supply @ £114.00 (inc. P&P)

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