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A New Natural Nutraceutical for Natural Glucose Support<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Dahlia4 contains a patented and ground-breaking blend of three molecules, scientifically developed by a team at University of Otago, to support normal blood sugar and\u00a0insulin levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Neuroscientist and inventor of Dahlia4 (DE-BIS276\u00ae), University of Otago\u2019s Associate Professor Alexander Tups and his research team have identified a plant-derived substance that supports healthy circulation in the brain and blood sugar balance. The cultivable and non-toxic plant molecule they discovered in the dahlia plant has been combined with two additional plant molecules to enhance the effect of the original one.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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From their laboratory at the University of Otago, Dr Tups and his team have selected and propagated only the very best plants, with the correct characteristics, to produce Dahlia4, the world\u2019s first research-backed dahlia extract.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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As the Proof of Concept winner in 2015, Otago Innovation partnered with Aroma New Zealand to commercialise the research work that has now resulted in Dahlia4 being sold around the world.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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