Fiber can be found in many types of fruits and vegetables. There are many types of fibers, some of the most commonly used are: Psyllium, Methylcellulose, and Polycarbophil. Fiber helps regulate bowel movement. It aids in relieving constipation, and in loose bowel movement. It helps break down the food in the gut to activate the good bacteria; it also help gives bulk to the stool or makes it softer so it is easier to pass which lowers the risk of hemorrhoids and diverticular disease. Fiber also lowers cholesterol levels that lowers the risk of cardiovascular diseases. It also balances the blood sugar levels that aids in preventing the development of type 2 diabetes. It may also help in weight control by suppressing appetite because it gives a feeling of being full for a longer period of time.

Malpighia Glabra is a shrub in the genus Malpighia and family Malpighiaceae. It is also known as Acerola, Barbados cherry and West Indian Cherry. It is commonly found in United States, Brazil, Peru, Ghana, Ethiopia, Zanzibar, Madagascar, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Canary Islands, India, Java, Hawaii, and Australia. It is commonly grown as an ornamental plant. Malpighia Glabra is very high in vitamin C (ascorbic acid) content. It is used in supplements because of its high vitamin C content and anti oxidant properties. It is also a popular bonsai subject due to its small leaf, fruit and fine ramification.

Sodium is part of the extracellular fluid of many multicellular creatures, not least mankind. It is needed for instance in nerve conduction and to balance the acid levels in the body. It is necessary for the functioning of organs such as the liver, intestine and kidneys in their work of ridding the body of toxins However there is an optimum intake. Above this there are problems such as a rise in the blood pressure. Also an excess of salt in the diet will draw fluid out of the cells by the process of osmosis. On the other hand a lack of sodium will lead to too much water in the body the brains cells will actually be flooded.

Vitamin C is an obvious essential nutrient and a deficiency of this will cause scurvy. It is also an antioxidant and acts as an electron donor for eight different enzymes.