Ctrl+Z ingredient focus – RedNatural, supercharged sorghum!
Sorghum is a cereal crop that humans have raised for its nutritious value for thousands of years. First discovered at the University of Kentucky, researchers developed a new strain of sorghum known as RedNatural. Over a decade of selective breeding has created this vibrant crimson plant that contains higher quantities of beneficial polyphenol compounds throughout the plant instead of only in the leaf sheath and seeds, as found in other strains of sorghum.
RedNatural sorghum has gained attention in recent years for its potential antioxidative and related anti-inflammatory properties. Inflammation is a natural immune response that helps the body fight infections and heal injuries. However, temporary inflammation resulting from overindulgence or overexertion can lead to a range of temporary discomforts. Research suggests that RedNatural may play a role in reducing inflammation due to temporary oxidative stress created by overexertion or a big night out.
What are polyphenols?
Polyphenols are a diverse group of natural compounds found in plants, known for their antioxidant properties and potential health benefits. They include flavonoids, phenolic acids, and resveratrol, among others. These compounds generally contribute to the vibrant colors of fruits, vegetables, tea, and red wine. Research suggests polyphenols possess anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and cardiovascular protective effects by neutralizing harmful free radicals in the body. Free radicals are highly reactive and unstable molecules that are made by the body naturally as a byproduct of normal metabolism. Free radicals can also be made by the body due to mental stress or after episodic or chronic exposure to toxins in the environment and ultraviolet (UV) light. An over accumulation in the body generates a phenomenon called oxidative stress, which is damaging to our cells.
Flavonoids and antioxidants
One of the key components that contribute to RedNatural's potential benefits is its rich content of bioactive compounds, particularly anthocyanins, a type of flavonoid. Anthocyanins are pigments responsible for the vibrant red color of the plant and its grains. These compounds are known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Antioxidants neutralize harmful free radicals, which can contribute to inflammation and cellular damage. By reducing oxidative stress and inflammation, anthocyanins in RedNatural may offer protective effects against episodic discomfort from a night out or overexertion.
What’s different about RedNatural?
Our work with research scientists in the US and in Europe have further indicated that the extract from RedNatural sorghum, on a gram per gram basis, neutralizes free radicals more effectively than any other comparable extracts, such as DHM, milk thistle, white ginseng, or ginkgo. Packed with 400mg of RedNatural extract in each serving, Ctrl+Z has the beautiful red color and beneficial sediments, so stir or shake well! Combined with Ctrl+Z’s other ingredients, no other supplement holds more potential for helping you seize the day, even after a night out or a long day at the gym.