Complex For Smokers

Arjuna (Arjuna terminalia) is a tree which mainly grows in India. Arjuna tree bark contains different bioactive substances (tannins, cardenolides, saponins, flavonoids), also different natural minerals: calcium (3,133µg/g), magnesium (4,000 µg/g), zinc (119 µ/g) and copper (19 µg/g). In Ayurvedic medicine, arjun tree bark has been used for over 3,000 years, mainly as the means to support the cardiovascular system. In traditional medicine, a certain drink was prepared of the arjun tree bark and milk, which was then administered in the morning.

Arjuna tree and smoking

For smokers, the occurring frequency of cardiovascular diseases is 2–4 higher than for non-smokers. Nicotine together with carbon monoxide (CO) damages the inside of the blood vessels and makes the platelets sticky. The calcified studs accumulate on the inner walls of the blood vessels, narrowing the arteries and substantially preventing blood flow. The positive effect of the arjun tree on the blood vessels and blood flow of smokers has been investigated with several studies around the world. In one of them there were 36 male participants in the age between 19–37. Half of the participants were daily smokers, the other half were not. Within 2 weeks, half of the participants administered 500 mg of arjun tree extract and the rest of them were given placebo. The results of the study indicated that smokers who administered the arjun tree extract showed considerable changes in the tissue lining their blood vessels (see Fig. 1).

(Source: A. Bharani, L. K. Ahirwar, N. Jain, Indian Heart J 2004;56:123-128)

Vitamin C promotes the recreation of the original form of vitamin E and helps to protects cells from oxidative stress.

Vitamin D helps to maintain the health of teeth and supports the immune system.

Vitamin E helps to protect cells from oxidative stress.

Zinc promotes the normal DNA and protein synthesis and fertility.

Vitamin B2 helps to maintain the normal functions of red blood cells and protects from oxidative stress.

Folic acid promotes the normal haematopoiesis and the synthesis of amino acids.

Biotin helps to keep the mucous membranes healthy.

Vitamin B12 supports the formation of red blood cells and the normal functioning of the immune system.