Avena Sativa enhances stress coping abilities and cognitive learning performance.It is used to support mental health as it increases alertness during stressful situations. Avena sativa is also used as an aphrodisiac by free up the testosterone that gets stuck to various compounds in the body. Men and women both report an increase in energy and a feeling of well being while taking this extract.

Guar Gum is a polysaccharide that is composed of glactose and mannose. It is commonly used in pharmaceuticals as thickeners and stabilizer; it is also an effective emulsifier and binder. It helps in lowering blood glucose level and regulating insulin levels. It also helps in weight loss because it gives a sense of fullness, thus, suppressing appetite. Cyamopsis Gum powder is a water soluble fiber that has similar function as that of laxative. It promotes regular bowel movements, helps in constipation and may aid in treating and preventing other bowel ailments. It helps maintain a healthy gastrointestinal health by helping the body dispose of toxins in the system, particularly the colon.

Marshmallow Root is found in wet area having marshes and meadows. Marshmallow belongs to the mallow family and the root is of immense use than its leaves. Althaea is the genus name and is associated with healing. The leaves and root have medicinal properties. The marshmallow plants are useful in relieving sore throats, coughs and are great for minor wounds and chapped skin healing. The marshmallow root as well as the leaf contains mucilate, a substance that stays without dissolving in water. This causes it to swell. The marshmallow root has the ability of soothing mouth irritation, stomach and throat irritation as well besides relieving coughing. Marshmallow has the ability of fighting infection as well as promoting the immune system. Marshmallow leaves tea is good for bronchitis as well as for reducing whooping cough. The dried and fresh leaves both are useful for such conditions. Local irritations are relieved by the root preparations.

Pectin belongs to the group of complex carbohydrates called dietary fiber. Fiber, also called roughage, is the indigestible part of food because humans do not have the enzymes that break the beta-linkages in these polysaccharides. Pectin, a soluble fiber composed of galactose units, is generally used as thickening, binding or gelling agent for fruit jams or jellies. Since the body cannot hydrolyze these polysaccharides, the body cannot absorb them. Therefore, they do not provide any calories; however, they have benefits in maintaining a healthy digestive tract and weight. Pectin, along with the other dietary fibers, acts as a broom in our digestive system. In the colon, they form bulk by absorbing large amounts of liquid and swelling into a colloidal mass which exerts a laxative effect. Research studies have shown that with an average of 20-30 grams of fiber intake daily (also recommended by cancer institutes and diabetic associations), there is better glucose level control by decreased mucosal absorption and decreased risks to developing colon cancer and cardiovascular as well as diverticular diseases. It also helps reduce blood cholesterol levels, beneficial in maintaining cardiovascular health.

Psyllium Husk is a product obtained from the seeds of the plant Plantago ovate which is a plant found natively in Pakistan. The husk is used locally to relieve constipation. The husk is a rich source of dietary fiber and is indigestible by the human digestive system. It imbibes water and expands to become mucilaginous. It is a popular over-the-counter laxative. It provides relief from diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome, diverticular disease, etc. It has also demonstrated promising prospects in the control of diabetes and high cholesterol. It is also used in various over-the-counter fiber supplements. However, it should be used with caution if one has a history of anatomic abnormalities.