• Cotton Seeds Proteins has Anti-Inflammatory and anti-oxidants properties, thus inhibits Protein oxidation which can interfere with the calpain system by inhibiting m-calpain activity, therefore causing aging.

• Cotton Seeds complex Carbohydrates (largely) stimulates the production of growth Hormone and two (2) anabolic Hormones (insulin and insulin like growth factor 1 [IGF-1]), which are key Anti-Aging Hormones involved in cellular recovery and rejuvenation.

• Cotton Seed oil excellent source of Vitamin E is useful for clearing Skin spots and freckles, preventing wrinkles and early Skin ageing, and retaining ageing Skin elasticity.

• Cotton Seeds contain Copper which is essential for producing melanin (the pigment that gives colour to Eyes, Skin and Hair) and helps slow down the aging process.

• Manganese is crucial for the production of Collagen (a structural Protein) which promotes fast Wound healing and helps delay the onset of wrinkles by ensuring Skin structure and flexibility.

• Manganese promotes Bone growth and prevents Bone loss by helping Calcium adhere to the Bone, reduce the risk of hip fracture and increased Bone mineral density.

• Cotton Seeds Calcium content is essential for good health and a major mineral element of skeleton and teeth development.

• Cotton Seeds Phosphorus is essential for healthy Bones and teeth as Phosphorus Metabolism is supported by an adequate Calcium and Vitamin D intake, both of which are famous for promoting the formation of a strong, healthy Bone frame.

• Cotton Seeds Protein stimulates the production and activity of insulin-like growth factor-1 [IGF-1] that stimulates Bone formation and the regulation of Bone Metabolism.

• Chelates serve to bind Calcium for maintaining homeostatic cytosolic concentrations, thus Protein-bound Calcium is not usable by tissues due to its inability to diffuse through membranes.

• Cotton root bark encourages the secretion of breast Milk.

• Its root bark extract is a galactagogue (increases the flow of Milk), thus boosts lactation and increases breast Milk production in nursing mothers.

• Cotton Seeds contain Vitamin B6 which has a potent Anti-Inflammatory effect, thus effective in preventing some Cancer.

• Cotton Seeds oil are rich in monosaturated and polysaturated fats (such oleic acid and linoleic acid) which helps to boost the activity of good (HDL) Cholesterol and help in reducing the impact of bad (LDL) Cholesterol levels in the Human Body which in turn reduces the chances of High Blood Pressure, Stroke, clogged arterial condition, and heart attacks.

• Vitamin B1 and Vitamin B3 (Niacin) support cardiovascular health by being able to increase HDL (good) Cholesterol levels and lower LDL (bad) Cholesterol levels.

• Vitamin B5 maintains a normal Sodium-Potassium ratio, while Potassium capacity to control electrical impulses sent to muscles and its Fluid-balancing properties, has a direct beneficial effect on blood pressure (in both Hypertensive and non-Hypertensive patients), such as balancing/lowering Sodium levels.

• Calcium is helpful for the maintenance for normal blood pressure and Magnesium maintains a good regular heart rhythm, preventing the occasional extra-systoles (skipped heart beats or Palpitations).

• Cotton Seeds Copper content enhances blood circulation, helps regulate blood pressure, heart rate and triglyceride levels by minimizing oxidation of LDL Cholesterol, reducing plaque buildup in arteries and preventing hardening of The Arteries.

• Cotton Seeds contain Magnesium which maintains a good regular heart rhythm, preventing the occasional extra-systoles (skipped heart beats or Palpitations) as a result of excessive heat or Stress. It helps lower High Blood Pressure, prevent heart attacks and is necessary for regulating the electrical activity of The Heart.

• Cotton Seeds (or Fiber rich Carbohydrate foods) may lower blood pressure and improve serum Lipids.

• Vitamin B6 is involved in the production of red blood cells, while Potassium supports blood circulation, relaxes both the nerves and muscles, and nerve cell activity.

• Cotton Seeds Calcium content supports hemostasis (the blood clotting process) and aids in blood clotting and other functions.

• Copper helps improve white blood cell count and is needed for efficient utilization of Iron (an essential hemoglobin, blood-building and transportation mineral), thus lowering chances of Anemia.

• Iron is important for the general well-being and oxygen transportation through the blood.

• Hemoglobin (Protein constituted) ensures a passage of oxygen in the red blood cells and very important for the molecular transportation and storage of various substances across the cell membranes (smooth flow of blood and nourishment of the body’s cells, tissues and muscles).

• Ferritin (Protein constituted) is responsible for storing Iron and blood in The Liver.

• Cotton Seeds contain Potassium which keeps cells healthy which helps the body’s cells work properly (relaxes both the nerves and muscles, supports blood circulation and nerve cell activity).

• Potassium is one of the most health-friendly nutrients, present in practically every cell of our body from where it ensures Fluid balance (a valuable body function).

• Cotton leaves juice extract is Diuretic (increases the flow of urine) and useful for treating Gout (as an improper uric acid Metabolism disease that causes Arthritis especially in the Bones of the feet thereby causing acute pain).

• Cotton Seeds contain Potassium which regulates body Fluids (extracellular Fluid) through kidney function by maintaining a balance between the amount of liquid taken in by the body and the amount of liquid eliminated by the kidneys.

• Cotton Seeds Proteins have osmosis effect, thus capable of balancing and regulating body Fluids which in turn assists in muscles and nerve cells functioning.

• Cotton Seeds soluble Fiber Carbohydrates reduce postprandial glycemia, which is associated with reduced risk of Diabetes.

• Vitamin B3 (Niacin) regulates high blood sugar levels and Selenium also exhibits insulin-mimetic properties, thus may help with the prevention and management of Diabetes.

• Cotton Seeds adequate Magnesium supplementation helps reduce insulin resistance and regulate type 2 Diabetes (keeping it under control) due to the capacity of the mineral to regulate glucose (sugar) levels.

• Cotton Seeds Zinc content helps keep Diabetes under control (including stabilizing the basal metabolic rate (BMR)) as soluble Fiber Carbohydrates reduce postprandial glycemia, which is associated with reduced risk of Diabetes.

• Cotton flowers extracts have anti-ulcer properties which facilitate the healing of gastric ulcer.

• Its an Astringent (contracts tissue, including blood vessels, lessening secretions) and its leaves are taken internally for the treatment of gastroenteritis.

• Cotton Seeds contain Copper which is helpful in cleansing and detoxing The Stomach, proper elimination of waste and ensuring the absorption of nutrients from food as Copper ions (in Water) help to maintain a good balance of pH level in the body, making the body a conducive and healthy environment for beneficial bacteria for digestion.

• Manganese activates special enzymes necessary for proper digestion and synthesis of Carbohydrates, fatty acids and Cholesterol.

• Phosphorus and Vitamin B3 (especially in combination with other B-complex Vitamins) supports the activity of the Digestive System by improving digestion, regulating bowel movements and can efficiently stimulate appetite.

• Cotton Seeds soluble Fiber Carbohydrates help delaying gastric emptying and slowing the transit of food through the small intestine.

• Cotton Seeds Protein digestion is extremely important for the absorption of Amino Acids in the body as pepsin (enzymes activated by the gastric juices) start the digestion of Proteins in The Stomach and completes it in the small intestine together with the absorption of peptides and Amino Acids in the bloodstream.

• Cotton Seeds Manganese, Vitamin B1 and Vitamin B2 content is responsible for the conversion of Carbohydrates and Proteins into Energy for use in the brain, heart, lungs, and kidneys by enabling the body to make better use of nutrients (such as fats, Proteins and Carbohydrates).

• Vitamin B6 ensures the proper distribution of sugar and Starch and actively participates in the production of Amino Acids.

• Iron supports Energy production by increasing the amount of oxygen transported to tissues. When we feel exhausted, Stressed out or simply cringe at the idea of getting back up on our feet (literally), the only thing that can give us instant strength is Iron.

• Cotton Seeds Carbohydrates and Proteins are the primary Energy source of the body as it is converted to glucose (necessary for production of ATP- the Energy source).

• Muscle Proteins (in cases of no stored extra Proteins) break down to yield Amino Acids to provide Energy (or synthesize glucose) and ensure a continuous cells Energy supply.

• Cotton Seeds Vitamin A content is essential for a healthy Eye/vision and protection of macular degeneration.

• It maintains the Cornea and helps keep Eyes healthy as it converts light Energy into nerve impulses that enable vision.

• Cotton Seeds Vitamin B1 content works together with essential fatty acids Omega-3 and Omega-6 to offer protection against Cataract and healthy vision, with reduced prevalence of nuclear Cataract and lens opacification.

• Cotton Seeds oil consumption and the presence of linoleic acid is beneficial in strengthening the Hair strands and roots, encouraging stronger Hair and less Hair Fragility.

• Copper is an essential element of melanin (the natural pigmentation responsible for Skin, Hair and Eyes colour whose deficiency leads to premature Hair graying).

• Melanin is produced by melanocytes only in the presence of Copper.

• Cotton Seeds contain anti-oxidants (such as Flavonoid and Phenolic) which have anti-oxidizing properties capable of reducing free radical to hydrazine during its reaction with hydrogen donors.

• Its seed oil has anti-oxidizing properties, due to its rich source of anti-oxidants (such as Flavonoids, Tannins), thus a very potent for eradicating free radicals from the body.

• Cotton Seeds oil consumption, anti-oxidants and its higher Vitamin E content, helps in the inhibition of cell damage in people.

• Vitamin A strengthens the Immune System by supporting the production of Lymphocytes (a type of white blood cell that Fight off bacteria, viruses, parasites or Cancer cells).

• Vitamin A plays a crucial part in a number of physiologic processes that ensure the good functioning of the Immune System.

• Vitamin A (Carotenes) is a potent anti-oxidant.

• Carotenes protect cells gene expression and DNA against free radical damage that may build up and lead to mutations that may cause certain cells to become Cancerous.

• Vitamin B2 sustains the functions performed by all the other B-group Vitamins and prevents pellagra (a severe Vitamin B3 deficit disease).

• Vitamin B5 helps synthesize co-enzyme A (an anti-oxidant which plays a crucial part in the synthesis of fatty acids), prevents fatigue and neutralizes Anti-Biotics side effects.

• Vitamin B6 is required for proper functioning of phospholipids, Lipids that form cell membranes, and supports normal cell growth and formation of both DNA and Amino Acids, thus stimulates the Immune System by supporting cell growth, maintains healthy Lymphoid organs (spleen, thymus, Lymph nodes, tonsils, Digestive tract) which produce sufficient white blood cells (or leukocytes), and supports cell activity.

• Cotton Seeds Phosphorus is important for cell repair and is contained in cell membranes (RNA and DNA) and a part of cellular phospholipid membranes involved in numerous body-wide functions (such as maintaining normal pH and hormonal balance).

• Iron supports the Immune System and increases anti-bodies production by increasing the delivery of oxygen throughout the body.

• Copper has Anti-Microbial, anti-oxidant, anti-carcinogenic and Anti-Inflammatory properties which helps neutralize toxins, aid cell regeneration and speedy Wounds tissue-healing, and improve white blood cell count (leukocytes), thus capable of Fighting against harmful and disease-causing microbes.

• Cotton Seeds Proteins are a source of peptides having positive biological properties (such as anti-hypertensive, Anti-Inflammatory, opioid, Calcium-binding, anti-bacterial, and anti-oxidants) and very important in building a stronger body’s self-defense mechanism (Immune System).

• Manganese helps activate (and is part of) the superoxide dismutase enzyme (an important anti-oxidant enzyme), hence it protects against free radical damage and stimulates immunity.

• Zinc aids in regulating the activity of two (2) important sense organs (smell and taste) and stimulates the immune function by increasing the body’s response to bacteria and viruses.

• Cotton Seeds Proteins in the diet supply the Amino Acids required for the growth of Infants and children and for the maintenance of tissues in adults.

• Unprocessed Cotton Seed oil is used for babies in treating Colic (a severe pain in the abdomen as a result of obstruction in The Intestine or wind trap in The Intestine of babies).

• Vitamin A reinforces our body’s First line of defense, increases resistance to Infection and Fights free radicals.

• It helps create a barrier against bacteria and viruses by reinforcing our body’s First line of defense:

mucous membranes (our Eyes, nose, throat, lungs and Digestive System are lined with mucous membranes).

• Copper has anti-bacterial properties and can inhibit or even destroy the growth of dangerous bacteria such as E. coli. (Professor Bill Keevil, University of Southampton).

• Cotton Seeds Zinc content accelerates the Wound healing process. It stimulates recovery after chronic Infections and restores and enhances the body’s ability to heal itself.

• Cotton also has anti-viral and anti-bacterial actions.

A mixture of Cotton Seeds, leaves and Mustard Seeds is applied as an Anti-Poisonous treatment for Poison from scorpion or Poisonous insects and its anti-bacterial properties interfere with the growth and multiplication of bacteria.

• Its leaves decoction is used for treating Malaria and eradicating Malaria parasites.

• Cotton Seeds (or Fiber rich Carbohydrate foods) help to prevent and alleviate Constipation, increases fecal weight, promotes stool passage through the colon and reduces the risk of conditions (such as Diverticulosis, Hemorrhoids, and appendicitis).

• Carbohydrates help to alleviate Diarrhea, holds moisture in stools (softening them), entrap bile salts and Cholesterol in the large intestine through its soluble Fibers.

• Cotton Seeds and leaves decoction is taken internally and used for treating gastrointestinal diseases (such as dysentery and Indigestion).

• Its ground and powdered seeds is a good Laxative (evacuate the bowel) and also helps to Flush out toxins from the body during the purgative process.

• Cotton Seeds adequate consumption provides Protein, Riboflavin, and Vitamin A can improve Iron absorption and decrease hepcidin secretion (a peptide and regulatory Hormone secreted by The Liver, which inhibits Iron absorption), thus may reduce the risk of hyperammonemia as it increases the function of the enzymes involved in the urea cycle.

• Cotton Seeds and seed oil contain gossypol (a sesquiterpene/Phenolic substance) which causes infertility in men, lowering sperm production/count and causes the degeneration of sperm-producing cells, thus a male Contraceptive and can be used as treatment for reducing Luteinizing Hormone and serum testosterone levels..

• Gossypol is most commonly used for birth control.

• Its seed gossypol can act on testes to cause oligospermia (deficiency of sperm cells in the semen) or azoospermia (the absence of viable and motile sperm in the semen).

Note:

* Gossypol is a polyphenol substance isolated from the seed, roots, and stem of the cotton plant (Gossypium sp.), but largely isolated from the seeds and used as a medicine.

* Gossypol is a phenolic aldehyde that permeates cells and acts as an inhibitor for several dehydrogenase enzymes.

* The substance, a yellow pigment similar to flavonoids, is present in cottonseed oil.

* In the plant, it acts as a natural defensive agent against predators, provoking infertility in insects.

• Cotton Seeds and leaves (mixed with Ginger and Water) can be useful treating orchitis (a testicles inflammation disease condition).

• Vitamin B1, Vitamin B3 (Niacin) and Vitamin B5 plays a crucial part in the conversion of ethanol, Proteins, fats and Carbohydrates into usable Energy.

• Phosphorus supports Protein formation and Energy production.

• Carbohydrates help support normal Thyroid Hormone and overall metabolic function, allowing us to burn more calories throughout the day.

• Vitamin B6 helps maintain a healthy Thyroid and actively participates in the processes of absorption of Selenium (a crucial nutrient for good health).

• Manganese and Selenium are essential for the proper functioning of the Thyroid Gland as they support Thyroid activity (increase Metabolism), promote Thyroid Hormone production (thyroxine) activity, metabolizes nutrients (such as Vitamins, Choline, fatty acids and Cholesterol), and maintains healthy blood sugar levels.

• Copper supports the activity of the Thyroid Gland, promotes normal metabolic processes (in association with Amino Acids and Vitamins), and is involved in more than 50 different enzymes involved in various biological reactions within our body (such as Zinc, Manganese, and Selenium Metabolism).

• Magnesium supports Energy Metabolism, Protein synthesis, increases Calcium and Potassium absorption, and also necessary for reactions in Vitamin D Metabolism.

• Amino Acids is converted to metabolically essential compounds (such as nucleic acids, creatine, and porphyrins) in Protein Metabolism.

• Zinc is essential for good health as it helps maintain normal blood sugar levels, stabilizes the basal metabolic rate (BMR), plays a vital role in Protein synthesis, and regulates the production of white blood cells and cell growth.

• Cotton Seeds Proteins (present in the muscle tissues in the form of many microfilaments) are responsible for the formation, regulation, repair, protection and execution of a range of functions (such as enzymes catalysis, replication & communication of DNA, cells coordination, and molecular transportation), thus play an important role in muscle contraction and coordination.

• Cotton Seeds Phosphorus (incombination with B-complex Vitamins) support nerve health by preventing muscle spasms, tingling and numbness in arms and legs, irregular heartbeat in the form of extrasystoles and breathing difficulties.

• Potassium (as an electrolyte) ensures the body has enough Water in and out of cells to conduct electrical impulses to neurons and muscles, resulting in controlled, rhythmic contractions and relaxation of both the nerves and muscles.

• Carbohydrate foods facilitate increase in strength and muscle mass. They are helpful in improving athletic performance.

• Calcium regulates the activity of the Nervous System by ensuring accurate muscle contractions (prevents Eye twitching, muscle spasms, tingling or numbness in both the upper and lower limbs).

• Vitamin B1 helps produce acetylcholine (a neurotransmitter that sends messages to both muscles and nerves).

• Vitamin B1 deficiency leads to a decrease in acetylcholine production which disturbs the communication between the brain and muscles and nerves.

• Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3 is also essential for normal growth, cellular repair and quick Wound healing.

• Iron supports body growth and development. Magnesium helps maximize Calcium absorption, thus helps strengthen Bones, maintain healthy teeth and Bone cell activity, and even improves severe medical conditions (such as Osteoporosis, restless leg syndrome).

• Copper optimizes/supports the activity of the Thyroid Gland, helps preserve the myelin Sheath that surrounds and protects the nerves, ensures proper use of Iron and participates in connective tissue formation enzymatic reactions.

• Cotton root bark is very useful to Pregnancy as it eases childbirth.

• Its leaves can be combined with Bans (Bambusa arundinacea) to induce First stage of labour.

• Its root bark is both milder-acting and safer in effect, stimulating uterine contractions and hastening a difficult labour, thus employed as a substitute for ergot (Claviceps purpurea) as a labour-inducing herb.

• Cotton Seeds Vitamin A content sustains Bone growth and development.

• Vitamin A is important for embryonic development (healthy babies) as it helps them grow and develop normally and have good immunity.

• Cotton extracts are helpful in treating bronchial Asthma (a chronic bronchial tree and lungs inflammatory disease that is characterized by shortness of breath, Coughing, chest tightness, wheezing).

• Cotton herbal Milk acts as Skin moisturizer and dermatological care helping to treat Skin diseases and Infections.

• Dried and powdered leaves has Wound healing properties due to the presence of several Phytochemicals (such as Saponins, Flavonoids and Tannins), thus can be applied to stop bleeding on cuts, Bruises and Wounds, while its seeds poultice is applied to ease off inflammation and soreness of the Skin on scalds and Burns.

• Its leaves juice extract is applied externally on the Skin to quicken Boil maturation.

• Its seeds and leaves are used externally to treat herpes, scabies, Wounds, orchitis, thrush, scalds, Bruises and sores.

• Its seed oil rich Vitamin E constituent can be used for making cosmetics and soaps for Skin and Hair care.

• Cotton Seeds oil is loaded with Vitamin E and linoleic acid (both of which helps in the process of fast healing) which aids in healing Wounds. Cottonseed oil emollient properties which helps to smooth rough Skin surfaces, thus quite beneficial for Skin care (extensively in the production of soaps and cosmetics).

• Vitamin A is vital for Skin cell renewal, healthy epithelial tissues and mucous membranes. It helps keep Skin Healthy by protecting it against Infections, working together to improve rough Skin and maintaining the integrity of epithelial cells, which occur in the Eye, Respiratory tract, genitoUrinary Tract System, and intestinal tract.

• Vitamin B2 promotes beautiful Skin (contributes to Skin Health), strong nails and can also help treat dermatitis or Eczema.

• Vitamin B5 ensures an adequate production of healthy fat cells and contributes to healing Wounds, sores, Burns.

• Manganese is an essential trace mineral needed for healthy Skin, Bone, cartilage formation and glucose tolerance.

• Collagen (an important and abundant fibrous/structured Protein) provides much needed strength to the cells, tissues, and organ (such as Skin), thereby revitalizing/repairing/reconditioning the Skin from constant wear and tear.

• Zinc is good for maintaining healthy Skin and an efficient treatment method against Acne.

• Ground and powdered Cotton Seeds is useful for preparing herbal tonic for relieving Headaches and tension.

• Its extracts contain anti-depressant properties, thus useful to alleviate Depression.

• It contain gossypin (a bioflavonoid compound) that has anti-convulsant activity, thus effective for treating patients suffering from convulsion and epileptic fits.

• Cotton Seeds oil helps the body’s absorption of Vitamin E which is known to positively impact the functioning of the neurological system and improving the memory functions.

• Vitamin B1 and Vitamin B3 promotes relaxation, helps strengthen nerves and improves brain function (such as both memory and concentration).

Vitamin B1 adequate intake can relieve Stress damage to the brain and improve overall brain function significantly. Vitamin B1 helps in myelin development, healthy and functionality.

Vitamin B5 supports the function of the Adrenal Glands (responsible for stress-related Hormone production), encouraging the production of sufficient amounts of Stress Hormones, helps with Depression and prevents fatigue, and treatment of several nerve conditions (such as Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s Disease, peripheral Neuritis, Prostatitis [or Prostate gland inflammation], premenstrual syndrome, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Mouth Ulcers, and chronic fatigue syndrome and growth retardation).

Vitamin B6 supports the activity of the Nervous System (and it is very important for keeping Hormones balanced and healthy) as it increases the quantity of oxygen transported to cells and tissues during more intense physical activity. Vitamin B6 adequate intake of Pyridoxine (or Vitamin B6) helps us cope with Stress more easily.

• Copper supports the production of melatonin (a Hormone which helps improve sleep quality).

Magnesium improves sleep quality as it is involved in transmission of the nerve impulses essential for nervous stability, helps treat Panic Attacks, Anxiety and stress-related psychological conditions (such as Depression).

Zinc increases Energy levels and helps the brain to deal better with Stress. Foods rich in complex Carbohydrates contribute to better release of neurotransmitter serotonin which ensure a restful sleep, improved mood.

• Manganese and Phosphorus are important components of nervous tissue, supporting the Nervous System, cognitive functions and basic chemical reactions within the body (such as nerve-muscle coordination and nervous cells recovery and overall cognition).

Several Protein complexes form Nervous System receptors which assist in the transmission/regulation of nerve signals within the cells and the central Nervous System.

• Cotton Seeds complex Fiber Carbohydrate foods and Protein promotes a feeling of satiety (high satisfying effect after consumption), thus may aid in Weight Management, show favourable actions on serotonin and gastric enzymes, and protective against a host of dreaded, chronic diseases.

• Cotton Seeds contain Iron which is especially important for menstruating women and even Anemia because of blood loss occurring monthly and during childbirth.

• Cotton flowers decoction is used for treating premenopausal symptoms, uterine bleeding and Endometriosis.

• Its seed oil is used to treat heavy Menstrual bleeding and Endometriosis.

• Its seeds gossypol content (a Phenolic compound) have an anti-fertility/Contraceptive effects which can last upto 3 months when used by women.

• Its root is an Emmenagogue (helps Menstrual dishcharge), therefore very effective for stimulating blood flow in the uterus and the pelvic area.

• Its root bark is effective for tackling dysmenorrhoea (a female condition marked by painful menstruation with abdominal cramps), hence can be prepared and used by women suffering from Menstrual Disorders as it helps to promote menstruation.

• Its root bark can induce an abortion as it causes uterine contractions and reduce total Menstrual flow, thus taken internally in the treatment of painful menstruation.

• Its seeds oil can be used in the treatment of Endometriosis and fibroids, due to its ability to reduce heavy Menstrual flow.

• Its root bark encourages the blood to clot and reduces Menstrual flow.