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Velvet Blend. NZ Deer Velvet & Beef Bone Broth FREE SHIPPING 新西兰高级鹿丝绒
Velvet Blend. NZ Deer Velvet & Beef Bone Broth FREE SHIPPING 新西兰高级鹿丝绒
Energy, strength, gut health, joint health, skin elasticity, mobility.
Velvet Blend is the ultimate multi-functional dietary supplement which touches virtually every part of your life for the better.
Feel great, look better. Add it to your smoothie, coffee or smoothie bowl for a light but filling meal replacement - have it your way; Velvet Blend's neutral flavor won't affect the taste. Or just add hot water and sip it as a broth - the hint of honeydew brings some subtle floral sweetness. Taken daily Velvet Blend will change your life.
Each serve contains:
- 250mg single origin New Zealand deer velvet
- 12.3 grams New Zealand beef bone broth
- 2.45 grams Black Beech honeydew
Which delivers:
- IGF-1, amino acids, glutamine, hyaluronic acid and more
- 10.4g types 1 & 3 collagen
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11.4g protein
Non GMO, no antibiotics, no added hormones. Halal certified ingredients.
Free shipping on every purchase.
Product of New Zealand.
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Nutrition & Ingredients
250mg New Zealand Deer Velvet
Energy, strength, joint health, recovery.
10.4g Collagen
Healthy skin, hair, and nails.
11.4g Protein
Muscle gain, muscle repair and strength.
Ingredients: New Zealand Deer Velvet Powder, New Zealand Beef Bone Extract, New Zealand Honeydew Powder
Made in New Zealand, from the finest New Zealand grass-fed beef broth, Black Beech honeydew and our single origin deer velvet.
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Deer Velvet
The IGF-1 present in New Zealand deer velvet is why it is a key supplement in the diet of so many high performance athletes. Its use by professional athletes has been controversial at times; for a period it was banned by various doping agencies as it was seen to give an unfair advantage to the athletes using it. Fortunately this is no longer the case and it is deemed a legal supplement by almost all anti-doping agencies. Besides its potent impact for the athlete, it has been valued in traditional wellness practices for centuries for its general supporting role in vitality, joint health, strength, energy levels, libido and cognitive function.
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Grass-Fed Beef Broth
Packed with types 1 and 3 collagen, protein, plus a multitude of nutrients, Velvet Blend's beef bone broth supports gut health, muscle growth and recovery, joint comfort, and even stronger nails and hair. Free from antibiotics and hormones of course, it's a clean and natural source of nutrition. No matter what level of athlete you are, the benefits and convenience of having the world's best single origin deer velvet and grass-fed, slow cooked beef bone broth in one easy-to-use sachet is the type of edge sought after by exceptional people seeking exceptional results without taking up their precious time.
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Black Beech Honeydew
Black Beech trees, predominantly found in the temperate forests of New Zealand's South Island, produce a honeydew that is prized for its mineral and antioxidant content. Known to support gut health and your immune system, it adds a gentle, natural sweetness to Velvet Blend along with its natural antibacterial properties blend, similar to New Zealand's famous Mānuka honey. Maltodextrin is blended with the honeydew during the drying process to maintain its stability and sweetness. The honeydew has a light golden appearance and is hygroscopic (absorbs water from the air) - see the FAQs below for instructions on how to reduce honeydew coagulation.
Boost Your Day and Enhance Your Longevity
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Strength & Endurance
Natural IGF-I from New Zealand deer velvet is so potent it was banned by anti-doping agencies until recently. For the serious athlete who's serious about their health too.
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Healthy-aging
10.4 grams per serve of collagen types 1 & 3 with natural minerals from our single origin deer velvet and beef bone broth for skin elasticity, stronger more radiant hair and nails to look younger, longer.
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Gut Health
Non-GMO, Halal-Certified, no-antibiotics high collagen New Zealand beef bone broth. 11.4 grams per serve of protein - enjoy it daily in a smoothie, an iced oat milk coffee, or just add hot water and sip it - it's up to you.
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Cognitive Health
If cognitive health is top of mind research the polypeptide hormone IGF-I's relationship to healthy brain function. Look for links to research in our FAQs section below.
Easy to enjoy by adding it to a smoothie for the ultimate meal replacement, or just add hot water to sip as a broth.
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What are the main benefits of Velvet Blend?
Consistent use of our Velvet Blend is designed to increase strength and endurance for athletes of all levels. The high levels of the IGF-1 protein is one of the main reasons professional athletes use deer velvet, and New Zealand deer velvet in particular because of the inherent quality and purity of the deer velvet New Zealand's deer population are renowned for. The IGF-1 from New Zealand deer velvet is scientifically linked to cell growth, muscle growth, bone growth and metabolic effects like regulating glucose metabolism, lipid metabolism, and overall energy balance.
By blending deer velvet with New Zealand grass-fed beef broth, our Velvet Blend is providing a unique and near replete supplemented food for serious athletes and health conscious people alike. Because our broth contains both high levels of protein as well as types 1 and 3 Collagen. The benefits as such are beneficial to your athletic output, but your appearance too.
Type 1 collagen benefits include: skin health, bone health, joint health and wound healing.
Type 3 collagen benefits include: skin elasticity, improved cardiovascular health by way of its role in supporting strong structured blood vessels. Ongoing research also suggests type 3 collagen's contribution to the health and function of various bodily organs.
How do I consume it?
We recommend either of the following: adding it to a smoothie, or simply mixing it with hot water and sipping it as a broth.
Smoothie: it is a relatively neutral flavor so if the thought of including a powdered animal product in your smoothie doesn't sound appetizing don't worry; the taste is barely affected by the addition of the Velvet Blend. In fact it typically adds some 'body' to smoothies which we enjoy as do many of our customers who report the same thing. The smoothie option is a good one for other reasons too - pre or post workout athletes often don't want a heavy meal containing meat or their stomachs need time to recover (post-workout especially), but a smoothie can be tolerated by the tummy nearly anytime because it is nice and light, and thus it's a great way to get the Velvet Blend into your body in a way your body can easily tolerate it pre or post workout. For people who don't particularly enjoy the taste of red meat, this is a good option for you too as you can gain the benefits of getting deer velvet and bone broth into your diet, minus the meaty aftertaste.
Broth: for some good old fashioned bone broth lovers, simply add between 200 and 250ml of hot water (around 80-85 degrees celsius ideally) and sip in your own time. Don't add boiling water directly to it because doing so may impact the potency of the deer velvet. If you do sip it as a broth, please ensure you swirl the cup before finishing it because the deer velvet isn't soluble and therefore it sinks to the bottom when drunk as a broth - drinking the final sip after swirling the cup ensures none of that precious deer velvet goes to waste.
Where are the ingredients sourced from?
100% New Zealand. The deer velvet comes straight from our family-owned farm located in the high country of Canterbury in New Zealand's South Island. We also farm cows on our station, but have opted to source the bones for our beef bone broth from a nearby farm which specializes in beef bone broth cultivation and preparation. The Black Beech honeydew comes both from our own farm and another South Island farm who produce great quality honeydew too.
Is deer velvet a banned substance in professional sport?
We advise our customers who are professional athletes to check their banned substance list closely because IGF-1 is classified in the Peptides, Hormones, Growth section of WADA's banned substance list as a 'Growth Factor' which can provide an unfair advantage to athletes who consume it. It has proved very popular in sports like jiu-jitsu and MMA where athletes aren't necessarily tested or have more lenient rules around supplements.
Is deer antler velvet suitable for women as well?
Absolutely. Women get the same benefits as men from deer velvet in terms of improved athletic performance. So if you're a kick-ass female athlete looking for a natural, long-term boost deer velvet may be worth considering. There are a range of reasons why women take deer velvet besides athleticism; the most common reason is actually hormone regulation. Around menstruation, menopause or during a pregnancy, a lady's hormones naturally fluctuate a lot. Hormone imbalance is incredibly common and needn't be as problematic as it is for so many women because there are natural hormone regulators like deer velvet which are readily available. Do your research because every one is different and you don't want to mess with hormones if you can help it. Deer velvet is a gentle, natural option though if you do feel your hormones need to be kept in check. And, if you have decided you want to try it, you can do so feeling 100% confident that you are getting the absolute best quality deer velvet in the world with Velvet Blend. We wrote a short article on it which you can read here.
Is Velvet Blend for men, women or both?
Both. All 3 ingredients make Velvet Blend unlike any other supplemented food available, but the 2 that contain the substances which are of the most benefit to most people are deer velvet and beef bone broth. Collectively these 2 ingredients contain concentrated doses of Insulin Growth Factor (IGF-1), collagen types 1 and 3, and protein.
Practically speaking these are ingredients which most health conscious men and women could benefit from getting more of into their diet, with the bonus of getting that collagen hit delivered in a simple, delicious method which your body can easily absorb. Collagen types 1 and 3 have been scientifically proven to increase skin hydration, and ingestion (by mouth) is the best way for collagen to reach your skin - collagen molecules are simply too big to be absorbed topically in a cream or lotion (so don't waste your money on collagen creams because collagen can't even penetrate the skin!).
IGF-1 + collagen + protein = athletic performance, health and healthier looking skin, hair and nails in one simple sachet.
When added to a smoothie you'll likely find it fills you up. That's the beef bone broth doing what it's been doing for people from every part of the world for hundreds of years - filling up tummies with nutritious, sustaining goodness.
So, ladies AND gentlemen - here's to your good health. Enjoy!
Will adding Velvet Blend to a smoothie dilute the potency?
No. Consuming our Velvet Blend in a smoothie or alongside a snack can coincide with increased enzyme activity, optimizing the digestion and absorption of nutrients from both the supplement and the accompanying foods. But try to avoid excessive intake of substances like caffeine, alcohol and certain medications which are known to interfere with nutrient absorption to maximize value for your money.
Is the Velvet Blend suitable for all diets?
Yes, our blend is low in sodium, free from additives, and naturally sweetened with a touch of Black Beech honey, making it suitable for a variety of diets. It is a great choice for those looking for a healthy meal replacement or supplement to enhance their nutrition. Obviously it is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans though.
Can I use this for pre or post-workout benefits?
Yes. Consistent consumption of deer velvet will boost your strength, endurance and recovery at the least.*
Protein and collagen from the bone broth in particular support muscle growth and recovery.
*There are a multitude of other reported benefits from consistent consumption of deer velvet, like higher sex drive/libido. Many of these benefits are derived from the Eastern medical tradition of consuming deer velvet which may well be true, but in the interests of remaining as objective as we can we seldom engage with conversations around because we haven't seen sufficiently convincing scientific evidence to support them. Also, in addition to there being numerous scientific studies which have demonstrated deer velvet's efficacy in an athletic context (strength, endurance, recovery) we ourselves use it every single day and swear by it.
Is IGF-1 effective in reducing cognitive decline?
Every benefit we pride our Velvet Blend being associated with in a meaningful way is serious. Health is not a game and we have no interest in making health claims over and above our knowledge or what science can back up, which is why we essentially just state the ingredients, the commonly discussed health benefits of the ingredients and leave it at that.
Cognitive decline however is an area which neither we, nor even world-leading researchers and scientists have a genuine understanding of. We do mention 'cognition' on our website and marketing material, because there is substantial scientific evidence as well as thousands of years of anecdotal/informal scientific evidence pointing to deer velvet's role in improving cognition/reducing cognitive decline. But really, you are better off reading the readily available literature yourself and making up your own mind if improved cognition is a reason to use our product. Following are links to research papers picked at random, which include results ranging from positive to negative to non-conclusive:
Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1: At the Crossroads of Brain Development and Aging
Insulin-like growth factor-1 in CNS and cerebrovascular aging
Aging, Synaptic Dysfunction, and Insulin-Like Growth Factor (IGF)-1
Neurotrophic and Neuroregenerative Effects of GH/IGF1
Serum IGF-1 is associated with cognitive functions in early, drug-naïve Parkinson’s disease
Insulin-like growth factor-1 in CNS and cerebrovascular aging
A tremendous amount of research is readily available online with regards to IGF-1's role in cognition. We are not scientists, we are farmers who produce exceptional deer velvet which in turn contains exceptional IGF-1. If cognition or cognitive decline is your main reason for considering our product we encourage you to do your own research. And, if you happen to discover any research you feel we might be interested with regards to IGF's role in cognition - be it positive or negative, please feel free to contact us with the pertinent details.
Can Velvet Blend help to prevent, treat or cure diseases, or alleviate the symptoms of diseases?
No. Velvet Blend has been designed to complement a health-conscious lifestyle, providing beneficial nutrients that contribute to daily wellness. In no way should it be used as a substitute for living a healthy lifestyle or seeing a professional health practitioner if you are suffering from an ailment.
Are there any other ingredients in Velvet Blend?
Maltodextrin is blended with the honeydew during the drying process to maintain the stability and sweetness of the honeydew (approximately 0.735g per serve). This shouldn't affect most people but if you have diabetes or allergies to corn - take care, avoid the product or consult your physician before use.
How do I avoid honeydew coagulation?
Because the honeydew is hygroscopic be sure to use the sachet content immediately after use, or seal it from avoidable air exposure to avoid the honeydew coagulating/going a bit clumpy if you open the sachet but decide to use it later. The potency of the product won't be affected by air exposure, but for people consuming it as a broth with hot water especially, the clumps of honeydew can take awhile to dissolve if they have been exposed to air humidity.
Refunds and exchanges
Without loyal customers, we have no business. One of our primary goals is to gain loyal customers both through the quality of our product, and the quality of our service. We are here to help in other words and would rather you tell us directly if your product is sub-standard than lost you as a customer forever. Accidents will happen, and not every purchase will be the flawless experience we aim for. If that happens, we will do our best to make it right.
If your Velvet Blend arrives damaged or defective, please contact us immediately with your proof of purchase. All refund or exchange requests must be reported within 30 days of your purchase date. Please provide a photo of the damaged product, or, if it is defective, include a detailed description of the issue. Email it to health@rockwoodstrong.com.
To process your request, please return the product to us for inspection. If it is defective, we may need to make improvements to prevent future occurrences. If the product is damaged, we may need to work with the courier or freight company to address the issue, so having the item on hand helps us demonstrate any shortcomings in their service. To arrange a return, please email us first at health@rockwoodstrong.com.
Taxes and import duties in your country
Please note that any import duties or taxes charged by your country of residence will need to be paid for by you. In most countries we sell to there won't be any duty, others may charge some - it varies by country. If your country of residence has a trade agreement with New Zealand, there is a good chance no duty will be charged by your Customs agency.
Where are the scenic photos on your website from?
Our farm. Any photo on our website featuring animals, landscapes, mountains, beekeeping etc - these are all from our farm.