Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is FERN i-flex® / Where does FERN i-flex® come from?

FERN i-flex® is a joint health supplement containing a 100% natural, specialized and unique patented form of rosehip powder derived from carefully selected sources. FERN i-flex® is a capsule that contains this specialized rosehip powder.

2. What is a rosehip / what is Rosa Canina?

A rosehip is a "fruit" or "bud" of the rose bush that is left after the actual rose flower has flowered. Rosa Canina is the latin plant name given to this particular form of rosehip.

The rosehip is harvested and frozen to preserve the nutritional value of the fruit. The "peach fuzz" or "tiny hairs" are removed from the surface of the fruit, then it is slowly dried, milled and encapsulated to make FERN i-flex®.

3. Is FERN i-flex® all-natural?

FERN i-flex® is 100% natural and completely drug-free, with NO added preservatives. It is derived from a plant (wild rosebush).

4. How is FERN i-flex® different from other joint health medication/ supplements?

There are other solutions available in the market in order to promote joint health and/or relieve joint pain. These are glucosamine / chondroitin, and typical pain relievers.

As a comparison: Did you know that glucosamine typically comes from the exoskeletons (X-O-skeletons) of ground up shellfish?

Pain relievers on the other hand are derived from synthetic materials that can have harmful side effects.

FERN i-flex® contains NO dairy, NO sugar, NO gluten, NO fillers or binders, and is produced without Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO)! Natural rain and sunshine is all that is needed to grow the Rosa Canina used for FERN i-flex®!

5. Is FERN i-flex® safe / Does FERN i-flex® have any side effects?

FERN i-flex® is safe. Rosehip powder has a long history of safe use as a food supplements in Europe and the United States…hundreds of years of safe use!

This gentle and natural dietary supplement has shown no side effects different from placebo in all clinical studies. Even doses of up to 45g per day, which is about ten times the recommended daily dose, have been well tolerated!

6. What is the difference between FERN i-flex®and regular rosehip powder supplements?

Since many of the components of rosehip powder are heat and light sensitive, great care is taken to process the rosehip powder in FERN i-flex® under carefully controlled conditions. The rosehips are first frozen upon harvest. Then a patented, low-temperature drying process is used to ensure the rosehips are never unnecessarily heated to extreme temperatures. This careful, patented drying process preserves the active components of the gentle rosehip. It's also what makes FERN i-flex® unique from other rosehip products, which are typically left in the hot sun to "dry out" the rosehip, causing it to lose its active nutrient value.

7. Can I take FERN i-flex® while taking other medications?

FERN i-flex® generally has no contraindication with any other medication. However, it is recommended that you consult with your doctor if you have concerns with specific medications.

8. How long should I continue taking FERN i-flex®?

FERN i-flex® has been shown to provide significant joint health benefits in as little as three weeks, but we recommend to continue taking FERN i-flex® to prevent these benefits from disappearing.

FERN i-flex® is NOT a drug. It is a natural product made from rosehips, and is safe enough to become part of your daily supplement regimen to support a healthy, active lifestyle.

9. How often do I take FERN i-flex®?
How many capsules do I have to take?
How many times per day do I take it?

For preventive maintenance, take 2 capsules twice per day after meals.

For joint inflammation/pain, take 4-6 capsules twice per day after meals.

10. What are the active ingredients of FERN I flex?
Vitamins:

• vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
• vitamin E (tocopherols)
• vitamin B3 (niacin)
• vitamin K (a group of 2-methilo-naphtahoqinone derivatives)
• vitamin P (bioflavonoids)
• vitamin A (carotenoid)
• vitamin D (ergosterol)

Pectin
Sterine (phytosterols)

Minerals: calcium, iron, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and other traces.

Galactolipid",(2S)-1,2-di-O-[(9Z,12Z,15Z)-octadeca-9,12,15-trienoyl]-3-O-beta-d-galactopyranosyl glycerol (1)

11. What is/are the contents of FERN i-flex per capsule?

Each FERN i-flex capsule contains 437.5mg of 100% rosehip powder.

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FERN i-flex® versus Other Products

How Does FERN i-flex® Compare to Glucosamine & Chondroitin& Pain Relievers?
Some studies have supported the idea that glucosamine can help maintain cartilage structure. However, scientists have not been able to show that taking glucosamine improves mobility and flexibility or reduces the need for painkillers or rescue medication by people suffering from joint complaints. It is a fact that pain relievers have known side effects such as as nausea, vomiting, rashes & dizziness and for prolong use it could cause liver and kidney failure.

Unlike pain releivers or rescue medication which offer just temporary relief, the unique ingredient complex in FERN i-flex® supports joint health and flexibility, helping to soothe joints without adverse effects.

Chondroitin is often used in combination with glucosamine. It is believed to draw fluid into the tissue giving cartilage elasticity and slowing cartilage destruction. However, in a recent study conducted by the National Institute of Health, a combination of glucosamine and chondroitin was found to be effective in promoting joint health in just 25% of participants.

The most recent clinical trial of the specialized rosehips in FERN i-flex® shows a significant joint relief effect in 82% of participants. FERN i-flex® clearly demonstrates its capacity to soothe joints and help improve joint flexibility and mobility enabling people to enjoy the active lifestyle they love.

UNIQUE PATENTED Process

UNIQUE Patented Cultivation Process for Superior Results
Special cultivation techniques and a patented drying process are used to make FERN i-flex® from the fruit of the 'Rosa canina' plant. This unique process protects the delicate joint-soothing components provided by nature to maximize the benefits of FERN i-flex®.

In-vitro studies have shown that the unique i-flex® complex inhibited chemotaxis and subsequent migration of peripheral blood neutrophils and monocytes into human tissue. This may sound complicated, but it sheds light on the joint-soothing and joint-comfort- providing properties of the active ingredient, enabling scientists to propose a possible mode of action for FERN i-flex®.

The specially cultivated rosehips in FERN i-flex® grow under natural conditions. No fertilizers, pesticides or other chemical treatments are used - just sunshine and rain. Unlike conventional processing, our patented process ensures that the delicate ingredient complex is not destroyed and helps explain why FERN i-flex® is able to demonstrate such remarkable joint-health-supporting properties in a host of scientific studies.

Naturally Occurring Antioxidants

In addition to these effects, you can expect further benefits from the antioxidative ingredient cocktail that nature provides in FERN i-flex®. Most significantly, the naturally occurring vitamin C, vitamin E and bioflavonoids are known to help reduce oxidative stress and support the maintenance of tissue integrity and health.

The net result is one ingredient with many key naturally occurring compounds, shown in scientific studies to have a beneficial impact on certain key biochemical markers related to joint health. It underlines the various benefits that FERN i-flex® can provide in promoting healthy joints and an active lifestyle.

The published results from several international clinical trials show that it is effective in supporting joint health and suitable for daily use. Participants reported joint-health benefits, including the soothing of achy joints and greater comfort throughout the day. Participants in these studies also reported improved well-being, higher energy levels and a better quality of life.

FERN I-flex - Natural History

The i-flex™ story began in the early 1990s, when Erik Hansen, a farmer from Langeland, Denmark, discovered, quite by chance, that rosehips from the Rosa Canina plant appeared to help soothe his aching joints.

Encouraged by this realization, he developed the first of his rosehip powders. Made from rosehips grown on his own farm, he sold the powder to friends and neighbors after telling them of his own positive experiences.

The response from these early customers was so positive that Erik, and his son Torbjorn, decided to seek scientific verification of what they had found. They contacted scientists at the local hospital to see if they could find what it was in the rosehip that was producing the positive joint-health benefits being reported.

At first, the scientists were skeptical about the claimed benefits of the rosehip fruit. It was more commonly associated with teas and marmalades than with potential joint health benefits.

As the results of the testing began to emerge, the researchers became more and more convinced about the Langeland rosehip powder. Since then, several reputable scientific studies involving a couple of hundred people have been undertaken and published in recognized scientific journal

FERN I-flex

Welcome to FERN i-flex®, the natural, effective and fast acting joint health dietary supplement!

Only FERN i-flex® contains an exclusive patented rosehip powder shown in published clinical studies to soothe joints in as little as three weeks and for up to 82% of the participants.

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Facts on Fern Coffee

You drink it everyday. That unmistakable aroma which wakes you up in the morning serves as the signal of a bright new day. But what exactly is coffee? Here are a few interesting facts:

• Coffee is the second most consumed beverage, next to water.
• Coffee is the second most traded commodity in the world, next to petroleum.
• 7 Million tons of coffee are produced worldwide, most of which are handpicked.
• 4,000 square meters of land can produce up to 10,000 pounds of coffee. After processing, this translates to 2,000 pounds of coffee beans.
• Coffee is classified into different taste: Acidic, Bitter, Fruity, Clean, Dry, Earthy, and Neutral.

Composition of Fern Coffee

Vitamin C : Used in over 300 metabolic functions of the human body.

Vitamin B1: Essential for nervous system health, cardiovascular, and muscular functions.

Vitamin B2: Fights Alzheimer's disease, fights epilepsy.

Vitamin B6: Helps amino-acid metabolism and neurotrasmitter synthesis.

Vitamin B12: Promotes healthy nervous system.

Vitamin D3: Defends the human body against microbial invader.

Calcium: Aids in bone strength and ridgity.

Zinc: Contributes to healing of wounds and DNA synthesis.

FERN Coffee

The Product: Fortified with Vitamins C, B1, B2, B6, B12, D3, and the minerals Calcium and Zinc, comes FERNCoffee, the Coffee with More Perks!

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Fact Sheet about FERN C

Vitamin C is the most important water-soluble biological antioxidant. Energy cannot be made in any cell, brain or muscle without adequate vitamin C.

• Collagen is the protein that forms connective fibers in tissues such as skin, ligaments, cartilage, bones and teeth. Collagen also acts as a kind of intracellular "glue" that gives support, shape and bulk to blood vessels, bones, and organs such as the heart, kidneys and liver. Collagen fibers keep bones and blood vessels strong, and help to anchor our teeth to our gums. Collagen is also required for the repair of blood vessels, bruises, and broken bones. As the most abundant protein in the body, collagen accounts for more mass than all the other proteins put together.
• Our body is continually manufacturing collagen to maintain and repair connective tissues lost to daily wear and tear. Without vitamin C, collagen formation is disrupted, resulting in a wide variety of problems throughout the body.
• Back in the 1970's, the two-time Nobel Prize winner Dr. Linus Pauling and the Scottish Dr. Ewan Cameron published their Cancer and Vitamin C research. They demonstrated that regular high doses of Vitamin C can be effective in the prevention of cancer, in the treatment of exisitng cancers and as an adjunct to other types of therapy for cancer, either conventional or alternative.
• A study did not find a correlation between a high daily intake of vitamin C or vitamin B6 and the risk of stone formation, even when consumed in large doses. [J Urol, 1996 Jun, 155:6, pp.1847-51].

pH Factor

The pH Factor:
pH means POTENTIALITY to HYDROGEN. It measures the balance of acid and base in the body. The higher the pH reading, the more alkaline and oxygen-rich the body's fluid is. The lower the pH reading, the more acidic and oxygen-deficient it is.

The pH range is from 0-14. The neutral pH is 7.0. Anything above than 7.0 is alkaline, anything below 7.0 is acidic.

All healthy humans begin life with most of the fluids and tissues in a slightly alkaline state (high pH). But, as one's body become exposed to food, drink, prescription drugs, pollution and stress on a daily basis, the body tissues and fluids becomes acidic (low pH).

The Effects of low pH to the body... At a pH of 6.9, the body becomes prone to common viral infections like colds, cough and flu.
Cancer cells grown inside the body at pH level 5.5

Vitamin C and Nutrition

Vitamin C is essential for a healthy life. More than 75 years of research supports this, thus making Vitamin C an inescapable part of optimal health.

Vitamin C is important for living organisms since it is an anti-oxidant, and protects the body from oxidative stress. Vitamin C is also important in wound healing and preventing the bleeding of capillaries.

There are over 300 metabolic functions in the body which need Vitamin C. Also, many other essential vitamins and minerals used by the body for growth development are either ineffective, or not as effective without Vitamin C. Most plants and animals are able to produce Vitamin C on their own.

There are some exceptions, however. Humans, unfortunately, cannot produce Vitamin C on their own. Species which cannot produce Vitamin C on their own require it in their diet.

To sustain daily Vitamin C requirements, humans must look for external sources. Numerous parts of a human's daily diet contain Vitamin C. Rose hip, acerola, Indian gooseberry, guava, parsley, lemon juice, and cauliflower are some examples of food with high Vitamin C content.

The problem is, food which has high Vitamin C content may not be readily available. It is for these reasons that humans need to take supplements to supply their Vitamin C needs.

FERN-C does the work the better than ordinary Vitamin C supplements.

Since FERN-C is alkaline, it is readily absorbed and tolerated by the body. With a pH range of 7.5 to 7.8, one can take large doses of FERN-C without the negative effects of highly-acidic Vitamin C tablets, like gastric irritation, bloating, and intestinal irritation.

pH Factor

The pH Factor:
pH means POTENTIALITY to HYDROGEN. It measures the balance of acid and base in the body. The higher the pH reading, the more alkaline and oxygen-rich the body's fluid is. The lower the pH reading, the more acidic and oxygen-deficient it is.

The pH range is from 0-14. The neutral pH is 7.0. Anything above than 7.0 is alkaline, anything below 7.0 is acidic.

All healthy humans begin life with most of the fluids and tissues in a slightly alkaline state (high pH). But, as one's body become exposed to food, drink, prescription drugs, pollution and stress on a daily basis, the body tissues and fluids becomes acidic (low pH).

The Effects of low pH to the body... At a pH of 6.9, the body becomes prone to common viral infections like colds, cough and flu.
Cancer cells grown inside the body at pH level 5.5

FERN-C versus Ascorbic Acid

What is FERN-C

FERN-C is Vitamin C in Sodium Ascorbate form. Unlike your typical Vitamin C, FERN-C is NON-ACIDIC.

Therefore, it provides all the benefits of Ascorbic Acid, without the sting. Vitamin C is essential for healty life. In fact, more than 75 years of research supports that Vitamin C is required for optimal health. There are 300 metabolic functions in the body that need Vitamin C.

Also, Vitamins A to Z which is essential for growth and development cannot work without Vitamin C. Most animals and plants produce their own Vitamins C. But there is some exemptions, like humans and small number of animals who unfortunately can`t produce their own.

FERN C

FERN-C IS YOUR BEST PROTECTION AGAINST INFECTIOUS DISEASES LIKE BIRD FLU, DENGUE, AND OTHER VIRUSES. FERN-C ALSO HELPS FIGHT DAMAGING EFFECTS OF FREE RADICALS & CANCER.

FERN C is Vitamin C in Sodium Ascorbate form. Unlike your typical Vitamin C, FERN-C is NON- ACIDIC. Therefore, it provides all the benefits of Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C, but without the sting.