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Updated - Individual Opinion Report for Bionic Products, Inc. (BNPD.PK)
Date: Oct 2nd , 2009
Previous opinion date: June 20th, 2009
Writer’s current opinion ranking for BNPD.PK: SPECULATIVE BUY
Recent positives:
Nothing significant
Recent negatives:
Volume action clustered at the lower end of historical range.
PRs at a slow pace and of minimal strength
General commentary:
The company is considered a Speculative Buy at share prices below $0.001 based on an assumed ‘effective’ number outstanding shares = assumed total authorized of 2,500,000,000 shares.
While the company appears to have made sufficient progress to suggest a year or two of additional staying power, it is currently experiencing a negative draft created by an information vacuum. Fundamentally there is a vacuum when harboring a non-reporting status, but more recently and potentially more important is the drought of substantially positive press releases. This leads one to postulate that sales assumed by this stage of the business plan are not being met. The number of active retail outlets also appears off the business plan. The company does show some staying power and has shown some nimble creativity, such as with their Madagascar endeavor. Madagascar is an international melting pot that can produce interesting results.
The next few years should tell the story. An extended meager life is not anticipated. It is reasonable to assume the direction of Bionic Products will be compelled within the next 4 years.
It is possible for the stock to rise or fall sharply in share price simply due to the intrinsic speculative nature of the pink sheet market and the levels of incremental price movement. As a result, large price swings remain possible regardless of actual news, progress, insider actions, dilution and/or other company fundamentals.
In the current environment, the writer’s opinion is the stock remains a speculative buy. However, the value ranges and rank windows have narrowed from the previous opinion date:
$0.0001-$0.0002 Speculative Strong Buy
$0.0003-$0.0007 Speculative Buy
$0.0008-$0.002 Speculative Hold
$0.0030-$0.010 Speculative Sell
$0.0110-$0.020 Speculative Strong Sell
Assuming all the current authorized shares were outstanding, at 2.5B shares, a maximum early value of 0.018/share remains estimated using a previous assumption of 45M potential near term capitalization value.
Actualizing this value will depend on the company’s ability to demonstrate minimal growth and sustainable revenues. As always, some unanticipated extraordinary good news could compel even greater gains.
The positive is the company does have a product that is considered good by many. Besides published press release information of taste test satisfactions, the writer has also conducted a variety of non-scientific, but non-biased, taste tests. These were among a few select small groups of energy drink drinkers and non-energy drink drinkers. Results of those tests were previously reported and overwhelming positive.
The negative is that the company appears, anecdotally as result of non-reporting, to be struggling to stabilize and expand sales. The release of the BonicInnoculation product also appears stalled. Basic assistance to distributors appears nil.
An intrinsic positive recent history for this company remains. It was approximately 1 year ago that the milestone of producing the product was achieved. Many small pink sheet start-up companies never achieve this status.
Subsequent to this, although likely not to the extent originally desired, active distributors were made operational. The product is currently available in limited locations in several states and has been shipped to an overseas distributor at least once. A new retailer in California appears to be on the scene as well.
It is believed that news release of significant positive events and/or new production runs is needed to propel the stock forward near term and certainly in the long term. Demonstration of an adequate revenue stream is ultimately required to propel the company and its stock stably forward.
Disclaimer – This is only an opinion of the writer. It is in large part based on anecdotal information and is only representative of a contemporary personal opinion. The writer is not intimately familiar with the specific operations and financial conditions of the company. The writer is also not specifically trained in the area of corporate reviews, equity valuation studies, stock market guidance, or financial advice. The writer owns stock in this company and thus has a pecuniary interest its success. The writer is not a major stockholder and has acquired all shares from the market. Investment in the company is not substantial, in that ranging from a total loss to a many multiple increase in share price, the writer’s financial worth would not be majorly effected. While a major driving force for investing in this company has been an enthusiasm for the product, the writer may consider liquidation of part or all stock holdings in the company at any time. The writer may issue orders to purchase and/or sell shares at any time that the markets and trading systems utilized allow.
Oh you bet ya!
Gentle Giant just loves Bionic Tonic and Lady Pink!
Can't do a lead without it!
Stocked up with another case of each! Yaba Daba Do Me!
Analyzing bubble rise velocities through Lady Pink media at approximatelt 8 degrees C below. Estimated bubble rise velocity was 0.28 m/s.
Oh ya, a perfect batch!
What happended to BionicInnoculation?
I have recieved some information that the final retailers would like to have the small versions that can be set on the counter. That they think they can move it better in this economy.
I wish the company had more simple things to help the distribuitors more. ZOne example would be a cardboard display stand in the nice bright colors, photo Scott and the Bike, make the eyes go, '''''wow cool''''.
Sure would like to hear it.
75th party hearsay says things are slow on one hand and upbeat on another.
Also would like to see feedback on the motorsport.
If at all possible, I hope to hit one of the Tampa retailers on Saturday Oct 10th.
I may have to update my opinion from the June 20 version if there is news soon and if there is not. As of today, i would still rank as a speculative buy, but the range margins seem narrowing.
Hey Proteus! Looks like you are moving up in the world. if you dont ban my posts, I wont complain about yours...hi hi...
For those except the K2, hi hi is an old landwire morse string for a laugh being expressed over the wonder of modern communication, the telegraph!
I am out of BT and have only 4 cans of LP left. I am itching to buy more. At todays stock price, I have now spent about a 900,000 shares equivalent cost in purchasing Bionic Tonic and Lady Pink and consuming nearly all of it.
Hey best of luck to all. Still hoping for some life in both BNPD and NNVC. I love decoying those pesky viruses with nanoparticles while one boosts their energy with the green stuff. We need a GREEN ENERGY REVOLUTION! with maybe a little PINK on the side!
It is a great day to be above grade!
I have not broke open a Bionic Tonic for about a week or so. I was on a trip, and also noticed I was getting low on my return. Just broke one open a little bit ago, and man, there truly is nothing else like it. It takes a while to truly love this stuff, but it keeps on tasting better the more I drink it. Its green and it grows on you. Steven King would love it. Now that would be an interesting endorsement!
While the milestones of the business plan have not been made, the company sure still does have a product. Somehow that value needs to be brought out.
Good post. I would think working on a consolidated unified document, or whatever, would be helpful. It would help working through questions, ideas/resources, brainstorm, etc., while certainly being more efficient and useful to JD.
No mutation at all....hah!
Its just another blend pot! Whoa boy.................
Been hanging out on the bnpd board(supersubpenny), Need to keep my eye on NNVC more....or really...do I...it is truly a great long term play............................
Wishing all the Best of Good Buys!
Interesting days…………………………
Seeing some rumblings on the band, so-to-speak! I even saw Hybrid Notch Pop walking the hall the other day scratching the head.
Looking for some information to revise or alter in some way my 6/20 opinion!
Maintaining an (IMO) Speculative Buy ranking.
Need more information or news to modify. If no news in 3 weeks, that will be news.
Hoping for information on overseas potential, Madagascar, etc. A good overall update, even if riddled with less than stellar news could actually help the stock. Few love a vacuum that last too long.
There is something of value here. Something can be made of this. The company maintains some important ingredients, but remains a fledgling. We have been kicked out of the tree and are on the ground below. We have to learn to fly!
Oh, Dr. Proteus, love the flasks. I have to take some new photos. Maybe this weekend! I am having a Bhut Jolokia pepper and Bionic Tonic Festival! Hot baby, HOT!
Wishing all the Best of Good Buys!
Well said. The company certainly has some interesting potential. I also don't think it is in much danger of falling off the map anytime soon. We still have a lot of time for this to really go somewhere.
2.8 % of the company trading hands today when using the entire 2.5B authorized share count. Not too bad really. To those who might poo poo it, it is much better than 780,000! It also represents some moderate amount of capital for a penny stock.
I hope we get more good news of some deeper consequences. Still nothing new to change my opinion of June 20th. I hope we do get something to change that in a strong positive way.
Darn double posts....I find it only happens on this board.
I know it is primarily generated by a stuck or double struck key on my end, but I never have had that problem anywhere but here. Interesting.
Anyway, it is interesting about the party of the coast of Africa. I spoke with a friend at work who has been to Madagascar. He says it is a melting pot of many many different people from a range of countries and cultures. Seems like an interesting place to start spreading the news of Bionic Tonic to the international scene.
Wishing all the best of good buys!
Quality Control
With my most recent case purchase, with it now half gone, I have so far noticed that one can seemed rather dilute and lacked the same level of green color I am used to. I drank it anyway. Of course, I love my BT. Another that I had put in the refrigerator today, after it cooled and the gas/air density increased, the can caved in on its sides and became flimsy. It seemed to be mostly full, but totally non-carbonated. I drank it anyway. Of course, I love my BT!
When you hope to market a can of a drink to someone at a price of $2 or more a can, it becomes even more important to insure quality control. I am not complaining here, just reporting an incident of noticeable product defect in two of the estimated 120 cans I have drank so far. Also that these 2 came from the same twenty-four (24) can case [case no: HBC 207 08 0948 D].
There may be very few cans with any problems. But just in case, I provide this information. Based on this extremely limited data, the defect rate is at 1.7%. That is too high. JD should ask for a discount if the bottler has that high of a defect rate.
Quality Control
With my most recent case purchase, with it now half gone, I have so far noticed that one can seemed rather dilute and lacked the same level of green color I am used to. I drank it anyway. Of course, I love my BT. Another that I had put in the refrigerator today, after it cooled and the gas/air density increased, the can caved in on its sides and became flimsy. It seemed to be mostly full, but totally non-carbonated. I drank it anyway. Of course, I love my BT!
When you hope to market a can of a drink to someone at a price of $2 or more a can, it becomes even more important to insure quality control. I am not complaining here, just reporting an incident of noticeable product defect in two of the estimated 120 cans I have drank so far. Also that these 2 came from the same twenty-four (24) can case [case no: HBC 207 08 0948 D].
There may be very few cans with any problems. But just in case, I provide this information. Based on this extremely limited data, the defect rate is at 1.7%. That is too high. JD should ask for a discount if the bottler has that high of a defect rate.
No, I dont seem to recognize any new ones on that page.
I wonder if we will get some more news about overseas potential soon.
Nice to see the 'retailers' added and shown in the Tampa area
I hope to visit 1 or 2 in October. I'll buy some and go WOW! Then drink it on Siesta Key!
From Competition Plus - Drag Racing's Internet Magazine:
'''Also appearing in both the delayed Michigan final and the Topeka decider was Gray, who reversed his fortunes with a stripe-to-stripe win over Matt Prophit. Gray rode his ’08 Suzuki to a fourth-place start, then took wins over Ronald Procopio, T.T. Jones and Ashley Owens, who he’d fallen to the previous day, before taking on Prophit.
Gray left with a .021 holeshot, and then made his best pass of the event at 4.25 and 167.49 to edge out Prophit and become the winningest rider in the class with three race titles to his name.
“I just race my own lane so I didn’t even know how close Matt was, but most definitely it felt good to see that win light come on,” Gray said. “Last night I had to race probably the hottest rider in the class right now (Owens) and then tonight I had the points leader (Prophit), so to beat them both today feels really good.” ''''
Looks Good! Who is selling below 001 ?!%#&^%!!???%$!
Inquiring minds want to know!
Bionic Tonic – What are those extracts
Some information on the ingredient items found on the external skin of these fantastically green cans, and whose essences can be discovered within, are:
Maca Root:
Wow, this one is reputed to have sex-enhancing effects? In-depth analysis of maca conducted in 1998 by Dr. Qun Yi Zheng and his colleagues at PureWorld Botanicals shows that maca contains about 10 percent protein, almost 60 percent carbohydrate, and an assortment of fatty acids.
Investigators discovered two groups of novel compounds, the macamides and the macaenes, the agents believed to be directly responsible for maca's sex-boosting powers.
Researchers conducted a series of controlled animal experiments, the results of which were published in the April 2000 issue of the medical journal Urology. Rodents fed MacaPure extract, which contains a concentration of macamides and macaenes, demonstrated greatly increased energy and stamina.
The animals also exhibited a striking increase in sexual activity as compared with non-maca-fed animals, or those fed lesser amounts of macamides and macaenes. Doctor Aguila Calderon, M.D., is the former dean of the Faculty of Human Medicine at the National University of Federico Villarreal in Lima. Doctor Calderon uses maca for male impotence, erectile dysfunction, menopausal symptoms and general fatigue, and claims good results. Traditionally popular for fertility, Maca root is now used by many women and men to balance their homones. From PMT to all stages of menopause
Green Tea:
Made from unfermented leaves and reportedly contains the highest concentration of powerful antioxidants called polyphenols.
Antioxidants are substances that scavenge free radicals -- damaging compounds in the body that alter cells, tamper with DNA (genetic material), and even cause cell death. Free radicals occur naturally in the body, but environmental toxins (including ultraviolet rays from the sun, radiation, cigarette smoke, and air pollution) also give rise to these damaging particles.
Many scientists believe that free radicals contribute to the aging process as well as the development of a number of health problems, including cancer and heart disease. Antioxidants such as polyphenols in green tea can neutralize free radicals and may reduce or even help prevent some of the damage they cause.
Green tea has been extensively studied in people, animals, and laboratory experiments. Population-based clinical studies indicate that the antioxidant properties of green tea may help prevent atherosclerosis, particularly coronary artery disease. (Population-based studies means studies that follow large groups of people over time or studies that are comparing groups of people living in different cultures or with different dietary habits.)
In May 2006, however, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rejected a petition from teamakers to allow tea labels to claim that green tea reduces the risk of heart disease. The FDA concluded that there is no credible evidence to support qualified health claims for green tea or green tea extract reducing the risk of heart disease. Research shows that green tea lowers total cholesterol and raises HDL ("good") cholesterol in both animals and people.
A population-based clinical study found that men who drink green tea are more likely to have lower total cholesterol than those who do not drink green tea. Results from one animal study suggest that polyphenols in green tea may block the intestinal absorption of cholesterol and promote its excretion from the body.
Another small study of male smokers, researchers found that green tea significantly reduced blood levels of harmful LDL cholesterol. Several population-based clinical studies have shown that green tea helps protect against cancer. For example, cancer rates tend to be low in countries such as Japan where people regularly consume green tea.
However, it is not possible to determine from these population-based studies whether green tea actually prevents cancer in people. Emerging clinical studies suggest that the polyphenols in green tea may play an important role in the prevention of cancer. Researchers also believe that polyphenols help kill cancerous cells and stop their progression. Only a few clinical studies have examined the relationship between bladder cancer and green tea consumption.
In a study that compared people with and without bladder cancer, researchers found that women who drank black tea and powdered green tea were less likely to develop bladder cancer. A follow-up clinical study by the same group of researchers revealed that bladder cancer patients (particularly men) who drank green tea had a substantially better 5-year survival rate than those who did not.
Clinical studies in animals and test tubes suggest that polyphenols in green tea inhibit the growth of breast cancer cells. In one study of 472 women with various stages of breast cancer, researchers found that women who consumed the most green tea experienced the least spread of cancer (particularly premenopausal women in the early stages of breast cancer). They also found that women with early stages of the disease who drank at least 5 cups of tea every day before being diagnosed with cancer were less likely to suffer recurrences of the disease after completion of treatment.
Unfortunately, women with late stages of breast cancer experienced little or no improvement from drinking green tea. In terms of breast cancer prevention, the studies are inconclusive. In one very large clinical study from Japan, researchers found that drinking green tea was not associated with a reduced risk of breast cancer
A clinical study conducted on ovarian cancer patients in China found that women who drank at least one cup of green tea per day survived longer with the disease than those who didn’t drink green tea. In fact, those who drank the most tea, lived the longest.
Clinical studies on the effects of green tea on colon or rectal cancer have produced conflicting results. Some clinical studies show decreased risk in those who drink the tea, while others show increased risk. Further research is needed before researchers can recommend green tea for the prevention of colorectal cancer.
Studies in laboratory animals have found that green tea polyphenols inhibit the growth of esophageal cancer cells. However, clinical studies in people have produced conflicting findings. For example, one large-scale population-based clinical study found that green tea offered significant protection against the development of esophageal cancer (particularly among women).
Yet, another population-based clinical study revealed just the opposite -- green tea consumption was associated with an increased risk of esophageal cancer. In fact, the stronger and hotter the tea, the greater the risk. Given these conflicting results, further research is needed before scientists can recommend green tea for the prevention of esophageal cancer.
While green tea polyphenols have been shown to inhibit the growth of human lung cancer cells in test tubes, few clinical studies have investigated the link between green tea consumption and lung cancer in people and even these studies have been conflicting.
A population-based clinical study found that Okinawan tea (similar to green tea but partially fermented) was associated with decreased lung cancer risk, particularly among women. A second clinical study revealed that green tea and black tea significantly increased the risk of lung cancer. As with colon and esophageal cancers, further clinical studies are needed before researchers can draw any conclusions about green tea and lung cancer.
One large-scale clinical study researchers compared green tea drinkers with non-drinkers and found that those who drank the most tea were significantly less likely to develop pancreatic cancer. This was particularly true for women -- those who drank the most green tea were half as likely to develop pancreatic cancer as those who drank less tea. Men who drank the most tea were 37% less likely to develop pancreatic cancer. However, it is not clear from this population-based study whether green tea is solely responsible for reducing pancreatic cancer risk. Further studies in animals and people are needed before researchers can recommend green tea for the prevention of pancreatic cancer.
Laboratory studies have found that green tea extracts prevent the growth of prostate cancer cells in test tubes. In a large clinical study conducted in Southeast China researchers found that the risk of prostate cancer declined with increasing frequency, duration and quantity of green tea consumption. However, both green and black tea extracts also stimulated genes that cause cells to be less sensitive to chemotherapy drugs. Given this potential interaction, people should not drink black and green tea (as well as extracts of these teas) while receiving chemotherapy.
The main polyphenol in green tea is epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). Scientific studies suggest that EGCG and green tea polyphenols have anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties that may help prevent the onset and growth of skin tumors. Laboratory studies have found that green tea polyphenols inhibit the growth of stomach cancer cells in test tubes, but clinical studies in people have been less conclusive.
In two studies that compared green tea drinkers with non-drinkers, researchers found that people who drank tea were about half as likely to develop stomach cancer and gastritis (inflammation of the stomach) as those who did not drink green tea. However, a clinicial study including more than 26,000 men and women in Japan found no association between green tea consumption and stomach cancer risk. Some clinicial studies even suggest that green tea may increase the risk of stomach cancer. Further clinicial studies are underway to determine whether green tea helps reduce the risk of stomach cancer. Although green tea is considered safe for people at risk for stomach cancer, it is too soon to tell whether green tea reduces the likelihood of developing this disease.
Green tea may help reduce inflammation associated with Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, the two types of IBD. If green tea proves to be helpful for preventing colon cancer, this would be an added benefit for those with IBD because they are at risk for colon cancer. Green tea has been used traditionally to control blood sugar in the body. Animal studies suggest that green tea may help prevent the development of type 1 diabetes and slow the progression once it has developed. People with type 1 diabetes produce little or no insulin, a hormone that converts glucose (sugar), starches, and other foods into energy needed for daily life.
Green tea may help regulate glucose in the body. A few small clinical studies have found that daily supplementation of the diet with green tea-extract powder lowered the hemoglobin A1c level in individuals with borderline diabetes.
Population-based clinical studies have shown that men who drink more than 10 cups of green tea per day are less likely to develop disorders of the liver. Green tea also seems to protect the liver from the damaging effects of toxic substances such as alcohol. Animal studies have shown that green tea helps protect against the development of liver tumors in mice. Results from several animal and human studies suggest that one of the polyphenols present in green tea, known as catechin, may help treat viral hepatitis (inflammation of the liver from a virus). In these studies, catechin was isolated from green tea and used in very high concentrations. It is not clear whether green tea (which contains a lower concentration of catechins) confers these same benefits to people with hepatitis.
Clinical studies suggest that green tea extract may boost metabolism and help burn fat. One study confirmed that the combination of green tea and caffeine improved weight loss and maintenance in overweight and moderately obese individuals. Some researchers speculate that substances in green tea known as polyphenols, specifically the catechins, are responsible for the herb's fat-burning effect. Drinking green tea has been found effective in a small clinical study for dental caries, or tooth decay. More studies need to be performed. Green tea may also be useful in inflammatory diseases, such as arthritis. Research indicates that green tea may benefit arthritis by reducing inflammation and slowing cartilage breakdown. Chemicals found in green tea may also be effective in treating genital warts and preventing symptoms of colds and influenza.
YERBA MATE:
Yerba Mate, or Mate as it is often called, is a South American herb that has won many admirers in wide-ranging parts of the world. In the search for a natural stimulant devoid of side effects and toxicity, Mate currently holds the most hope.
An invigorator of the mind and body, a natural source of nutrition, and a health promoter par excellence, Mate deserves the attention of every person interested in optimum health. Yerba Mate was introduced to colonizing and modern civilizations by the primitive Guarani Indians of Paraguay and Argentina.
It has seemingly always been the most common ingredient in household cures of the Guarani. In modern Argentina and Paraguay, however, Mate tea has become almost pathologically ritualized in a manner reminiscent of coffee and tea abuse in Western and Eastern countries. Among the native Guarani, on the other hand, the natural use of Mate for healthful purposes has persisted. They use it to boost immunity, cleanse and detoxify the blood, tone the nervous system, restore youthful hair color, retard aging, combat fatigue, stimulate the mind, control the appetite, reduce the effects of debilitating disease, reduce stress, and eliminate insomnia.
Mate (flex paraguariensis) is an evergreen member of the holly family. It grows wild in Argentina, Chile, Peru, and Brazil, but is most abundant in Paraguay where it is also cultivated. The plant is classified vaguely, according to Western herbal medicine, as aromatic, stimulant, bitter, aperient (laxative), astringent, diuretic, purgative, sudorific (sweat inducing), and febrifuge (fever reducing). Mate contains numerous vitamins and minerals.
Mate contains xanthines, which are alkaloids in the same family as caffeine, theophylline, and theobromine, well-known stimulants also found in coffee and chocolate. Mate also contains elements such as potassium, magnesium and manganese. Caffeine content varies between 0.3% and 1.7% of dry weight (compare this to 2.5–4.5% for tea leaves, and 1.5% for ground coffee).
From reports of personal experience with mate, its physiological effects are similar to (yet distinct from) more widespread caffeinated beverages like coffee, tea, or guarana drinks. Some users report a mental state of wakefulness, focus and alertness reminiscent of most stimulants, but often remark on mate's unique lack of the negative effects typically created by other such compounds, such as anxiety, "jitteriness", and heart palpitations. Studies of mate, though very limited, have shown preliminary evidence[citation needed] that the mate xanthine cocktail is different from other plants containing caffeine most significantly in its effects on muscle tissue, as opposed to those on the central nervous system, which are similar to those of other natural stimulants.
The three xanthines present in mate have been shown to have a relaxing effect on smooth muscle tissue, and a stimulating effect on myocardial (heart) tissue. Mate's negative effects are anecdotally claimed to be of a lesser degree than those of coffee, though no explanation for this is offered or even credibly postulated, except for its potential as a placebo effect. Some users report that drinking yerba mate does not prevent them from being able to fall asleep, as is often the case with some more common stimulating beverages, while still enhancing their energy and ability to remain awake at will. However, the net amount of caffeine in one preparation of yerba mate is typically quite high, in large part because the repeated filling of the mate with hot water is able to extract the xanthines very effectively.
Tt is for this reason that one mate may be shared among several people and yet produce the desired stimulating effect in all of them. In vivo are showing yerba mate to exhibit significant cancer-fighting activity. Researchers at the University of Illinois (2005 found yerba mate to be "rich in phenolic constituents" and to "inhibit oral cancer cell proliferation" while it promoted proliferation of oral cancer cell lines at certain concentrations.
GOTU KOLA:
Gotu kola (Centella asiatica) has been used as a medicinal herb for thousands of years in India, China, and Indonesia. It was used to heal wounds, improve mental clarity, and treat skin conditions such as leprosy and psoriasis. Some people use it to treat respiratory infections such as colds, and it has a history of use for that purpose in China.
It has been called "the fountain of life" because legend has it that an ancient Chinese herbalist lived for more than 200 years as a result of using the herb. Historically, gotu kola has also been used to treat syphilis, hepatitis, stomach ulcers, mental fatigue, epilepsy, diarrhea, fever, and asthma.
Today, American and European herbalists use gotu kola most often to treat chronic venous insufficiency (a condition where blood pools in the legs). It's also used in ointments to treat psoriasis and help heal minor wounds. Gotu kola should not be confused with kola nut (Cola nitida). Unlike kola nut, gotu kola has no caffeine, and is not a stimulant. When blood vessels lose their elasticity, blood pools in the legs and fluid leaks out of the blood vessels. That causes the legs to swell (venous insufficiency).
Several small studies suggest gotu kola may help reduce swelling and improve circulation. In a study of 94 people with venous insufficiency, those who took gotu kola had a significant improvement in symptoms compared to those who took placebo. In another study of people with varicose veins, ultrasound tests showed improvements in the vascular tone (meaning there was less leakage) of those who took gotu kola. Gotu kola contains chemicals called triterpenoids.
In animal and lab studies, these compounds appear to help heal wounds. For example, some studies indicate that triterpenoids strengthen the skin, boost antioxidants in wounds, and increase blood supply to the area. Based on these findings, gotu kola has been used topically (applied to the skin) for minor burns, psoriasis, prevention of scar formation following surgery, and prevention or reduction of stretch marks.
You can find gotu kola in many topical preparations for wound healing. Ask your health care provider. Triterpenoids (the compounds found in gotu kola) seem to decrease anxiety and increase mental function in mice. One human study found that people who took gotu kola were less likely to be startled by a new noise than those who took placebo. Since the "startle noise" response can be an indicator of anxiety, researchers theorize that gotu kola might help reduce anxiety symptoms. But the dose used in this study was very high, so it's impossible to say how gotu kola might be used to treat anxiety.
A single study of 13 women with scleroderma found that gotu kola decreased joint pain and skin hardening, and improved finger movement. Gotu kola acts as a sedative when given to animals in tests. Because of that effect, it is sometimes suggested to help people with insomnia. But no human studies have been done to see whether it works and whether it's safe.
GINSENG:
Ginseng has been studied in its relationship to the process of aging among humans. It is stated that aging is a declining process associated with dysfunction of neuro-endocrino-immuno-system network.
The atrophy of the thymus places a role in decreased lymphocyte function (Liu J., Wang. Liu H., Yang, Nan, 1995). Scientists at the Beijing Institute of Geriatrics conducted a study on the direct effects of Rg1, extracted from Panax ginseng, on lymphocytes of aged people. The study concluded that the Rg1 saponin used could stimulate and enhance the function of lymphocytes, restoring it to normal (Liu J. et al., 1995). Furthermore, this study provided insight on the immunostimulatory mechanisms of saponin and other herbs.
Ginseng contains ten saponins, or polysaccharides with specific characteristics, including Rc, Rc2, Rd, and Rg1. Some of the researchers found that ginseng can promote synthesis of protein, RNA, and DNA in tissues and organs such as the kidney, liver, bone marrow , and plasma of rats. In 1994, a group of scientists conducted a study on the life span, motor activity and antibody production in senescence accelerated mice (SAM).
A ginseng containing compound, DX-9386 (ginseng, acorus, polygala, and hoelen) was given to SAM for 13 consecutive months starting from two months of age. The results concluded that DX-9386 significantly prolonged the life span of SAM, prevented body weight decrease with aging, and tended to improve the senile syndrome. Antibody production was however markedly decreased and DX-9386 showed no effect of raising that (Zhang, Takashina, Saito, Nishiyama, 1994).
Electric shock and other physical stress manipulations are known to cause antinociception, or an increase in the threshold of pain, in experimental animals. The mechanisms of stress-induced antinociception are controlled by emotional factors such as anxiety and fear. Panax ginseng has been demonstrated to suppress the development of adaptation to psychological stress in mice (Nguygen et al., 1995). Other scientists studied the effects Vietnamese ginseng saponins, especially R2, had on psychological stress and foot shock stress-induced antinociception in mice.
It was found that acute administration of VG crude saponin significantly suppressed the antinociceptive response caused by the psychological stress. Repeated administration of the saponin had no effect on the development of adaptation to either psychological or foot-shock stress exposure (Nguygen TT. et al., 1995). Among the varied promises of Ginseng are those of an increased physical stamina and a higher quality of life. Many advertisers promise a feeling of an increased overall well being. They offer testimonies of people who claim that after taking the extract they "feel better." Scientists in Sweden conducted a double-blind, randomized study with a 12 week duration to determine the effect of ginseng extract G115 on the quality of life. Healthy, employed volunteers, 25 years old or older were included in the study measuring two standards.
Self-administered questionnaires were given concerning the Psychological General Well-Being Index and the Sleep Dysfunction scale. 185 subjects taking a placebo and 205 subjects taking the active substances completed the study (Wiklund, Karlberg, Lund, 1994). The results of the study showed an improvement in the quality of life of both groups, showing an improved alertness, relaxation, appetite, as well as an improved overall score, although a more pronounced improvement was seen in those taking the extract. It was concluded that treatment with the combination of active substances had significant advantages over placebo therapy. One experiment was cited by Betty Kamen, Ph.D., whose qualifications as an expert include her experiences as a nutritionist, author, lecturer, and radio-TV host. This study involved sailors on a two-month voyage.
Twenty-nine of the men were given Siberian ginseng extract, while another group received a placebo. Kamen records the results showing a greater increase in the mental and physical capacity to do work among the men with the ginseng treatment. The effects of ginseng G115 on physical stamina was studied by Van Schepdael of Medicine du Sport in 1993.
A group of 43 triatheletes of good standing, aged 24-36, was studied during the sport season using cross-over design for two consecutive periods of ten weeks. No significant conclusions were made after the first period. However, the second period of ten weeks showed a prevention by the drug in the loss of physical performance characteristic of end of the season tiredness. The experimenter concluded that G115 could be a non-doping "adaptagen" (Van Schepdael, 1993).
GUARANA:
Guaraná is reputed to be a stimulant and increase mental alertness, fight fatigue, and increase stamina and physical endurance. Guarana drinks and sodas are very popular in Brazil (where guarana is considered to be a health tonic), almost as popular as cola-based sodas. Sweet, carbonated guarana drinks include the popular brands Guaraná Antarctica, Guaraná Brahma, and Kuat (from Coca-Cola Company). In North America, guarana has recently become a popular ingredient in energy drinks and teas. Guarana is one of the richest sources of caffeine, containing up to three times the amount of caffeine as coffee.
Unlike coffee, the amount of caffeine doesn't have to be listed on guarana drinks. In addition to its stimulant properties, guarana is also a popular ingredient in herbal weight loss pills. Some evidence indicates that guarana may suppress appetite and increase fat-burning. An animal study examined the effect of 14 days of guarana supplementation on fat metabolism in sedentary and trained rats and found that the guarana's fat-burning effect is due to the caffeine content. Decaffeinated guarana extracts had no effect on lipid metabolism.
A Journal of Psychopharmacology study found that guarana improved memory, mood and alertness at low (37.5 mg, 75 mg) vs. higher (150 mg, 300 mg) doses. However, another study examined the long-term use of guarana, caffeine, or placebo on the cognition of 45 older individuals. There were no significant effects of guarana on cognition.
CAYENNE PEPPER EXTRACT:
Capsicum, natures greatest stimulant, is extracted from the cayenne pepper and then transformed from concentrate into 100% pure juice which will not upset the stomach or digestive system when used internally. The reason Mexican's do not get sick from drinking polluted water is because they eat hot red peppers daily. Bread is traditionally used to cool the heat." No pain no gain!" Capsicum kills harmful bacteria inside the body and is used to heal and prevent infection from sores, burns and injuries as well!
Capsicum is so safe that Mace, which is made from hot peppers, causes no adverse effects when sprayed directly into the eyes of an adversary. In fact it could even be considered a health treatment for the eyes! The following is an excerpt from the Complete Handbook of Cayenne Home Remedies by Dr. Patrick Quillin, Director of the Rational Healing Institute he has a doctorate degree in nutrition and is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian (RD & LD) and Certified Nutrition Specialist with the American College of Nutrition etc. It's known to stop a heart attack, lower blood sugar in diabetics, normalize blood pressure, stop bleeding in seconds, improve circulation, prevent motion sickness - even halt the common cold.
Prized for thousands of years for its healing power. Folklore from around the world recounts amazing results using cayenne pepper in simple healing and in baffling health problems. But cayenne pepper is not just a healer from ancient history. Recent clinical studies have been conducted on many of the old-time health applications for this miracle herb.
Again and again, the therapeutic value of cayenne pepper has been medically validated. Scientific evidence also indicates that cayenne pepper can be effective in treating allergies, indigestion, abscesses, tonsillitis, kidney problems, sore muscles, nose bleeds, bursitis, psoriasis, shingles, night blindness and much more. It's life-giving action is simple. Cayenne pepper stimulates blood circulation. In disease, there is a lack of circulation or a lack of fresh blood, especially to the area that is sick or diseased. In other words, accelerating blood flow speeds healing and can have a positive effect of vision, thinking and memory.
TAURINE:
Taurine is a non-essential amino acid and is found in high concentrations in the white blood cells, skeletal muscles, central nervous system as well as the heart muscles. In adults, but not children, this nutrient can be manufactured from methionine in the body and from cysteine in the liver, but vitamin B6 must be present.
Taurine is a key ingredient of bile, which in turn is needed for fat digestion, absorption of fat-soluble vitamins as well as the control of cholesterol serum levels in the body. (It is incorporated in the bile acid chenodeoxychloic acid, which emulsify the dietary fats).
This nutrient is also used in the proper use of potassium, calcium as well as sodium in the body, and for maintaining cell membrane integrity. It is thought to be helpful with anxiety, hyperactivity, poor brain function and epilepsy as well as hydrating the brain.
Taurine, together with zinc is also required for proper eye health and vision. A deficiency may impair vision and problems with fat metabolism may appear, and a theory exists that it may also be involved in epilepsy developing. No dosage has been established, but people who take supplements normally take 2 grams, three times per day. No toxicity has been determined and most people would not require a supplement and even small children derive enough of it through human milk, or infant formulas. Vitamin B6 is required by the body to synthesize this nutrient from other nutrients.
Vegans who consume no eggs or dairy products ingest virtually no taurine through their diets, but normally have enough since the body can manufacture the requirements. Children with Down's syndrome may benefit from taurine, and women being treated for breast cancer as well as people with metabolic disorders, since metabolic disorders can cause loss of this nutrient via urine. Diabetics may also benefit from this nutrient, since this disease increase the need for this nutrient. High intake of alcohol may cause the body not to be able to use it fully. Taurine is mostly found in meat and fish, and the adult body can manufacture it.
Oh Ya, Gotu Get a Kola abbreviated BT or LP. Yahoobaby!
I believe BT & LP is a healthier choice.
However, I am also concerned about our military men and women who sacrifice and risk so much for our country. So while I am a great fan of BT an LP, I think it is important for you as a commander to know that BT & LP do have caffeine in them. While I do not believe that pharmaceutical caffeine is added, I do believe that some of the extracts have caffeine and caffeine precursors in them. I also find BT & LP to be somewhat of a diuretic as well. However, diuretics do not always dehydrate if fluids are continued. In that light, nothing is better for the soldier than good clean water, and lots of it.
The soldier drinking BT or LP may not notice quite the kick they get from others that are packed with sugar and extra doses of pharmaceutical caffeine. But that is good! The sugar kick plus caffeine is temporary and the sugar drain from insulin production with the drop off in caffeine levels leads to a very dangerous mental and physical drop off, especially if that happened at the wrong time. Which might be likely. I would assume the soldier is not consuming the energy drinks in the middle of a dangerous task saturated event. That most task saturated events occur afterwards during that drop off phase or later. So while BT & LP, might not fire them up as well, it also won’t drop them out when they need heightened awareness and physical stamina the most. The only concern is with dehydration, so water water water, in addition to any use of BT or LP.
God bless those looking out for our soldiers best interest! I am a reader of the translations of Sun Tzu. Much wisdom can be found there. I don’t think anyone in government that can influence whether or not a soldier is put in harms way, so be allowed to without first having read and understood some of those translations. Col. David Hackworth, god rest his soul, followed them well. I also think anyone sending men and women in to harms way should not be allowed to participate in the decision making until they have read his book; Steel, My Soldiers Hearts!
God bless. Take care, and I second Dr Proteus’s earlier comment – Thank You for Your Service and all those who serve under you and in all branches of our fine military!
I agree. Very nice to see. Good not to have quitters in the military! Military breeds stamina! The entrenched always say no. need to dis-entrench them!
Does anyone know if we are still at A/S=2.5B and O/S=2.5B??
What is all this talk
of further dilution. I agree dilution is not good. I think a working sustainable business model is needed, even if that means less that desired margin. But my question today is, has the stock been diluted beyond 2.5B authorized shares. Does authorized shares = 2.5B ??? Does outstanding shares = 2.5B ?? If not what are those 2 values?
Sorry for double posts
My Time Warner Roadrunner Bites
I am gona go have a BT
I'll leave the billboards to JD
Wonder what it costs for the internet ads like all the frs or whatever lance pushes that pops up here when I sign on.
How much per can or shot can they get that to my door at?
Thats more the real question I think.
Dare ya go
pic below
I you have not bought some,
buy some. Tastes great!
http://messages.finance.yahoo.com/Stocks_%28A_to_Z%29/Stocks_B/threadview?m=tm&bn=74790&tid=915&mid=915&tof=2&frt=2
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Us Baby Boomers get our green tea with Bionic Tonic!
http://www.newsday.com/news/opinion/ny-walt-babyboomers-blurb,0,1036393.blurb
Doc Proteus and I are cracking up over this one!
Hope everyone has a great week!
I am sure they do.
In a few days, I will have a BUD again after that darn drug gets out of my system. It is the parent drug given to alcohol dependent persons to hopefully shut down their desire with a very very very strong negative reinforcement of being violently ill.
However, relative to the caps and a BUD can. Who in their right mind leaves a Budweiser half drunk? Once that tab is pushed, it becomes a full blooded American commitment to finish that and the next can!
I got the covers separately. They work great on the cans.
Lets me slow down on the BT a little.
I do need another batch of BT & LP..................
No Vodka Today
I am on Flagyl, have not been able to have a drink for over 10 days! Getting the DT's, HI HI!
I take my last one tonight. I think I'll still wait a few days to get it out of my system. Dont want to puuuke my guts out and waist all that good LP.....I mean Vodka!
Mir makes me wonder. Love that billboard though. I wish it was up in October. Would like to see it myself! I might shoot down there around then.
Have a great week!
Wishing all the Best of Good Buys!
Works for Lady Pink TOO!
see pic below
Have a Great Day!
Buy a case, get a cap!
Yaba Daba Do Me! Trying out one of these new fangled can caps! Works great and looks good too on my can of BiOniC ToNiC!
see pic below:
Quit talking about Buzzweiser, I am on Flagyl and can't touch the stuff for a 20 days.
I have been able to prove though that BT contains no alcohol!
Have a great evening everyone!
Hey, I put a buy order in at a dollar a couple minutes ago and it did not go. Maybe we are on the grand up-tick...hi hi..
When we see the pause just below 0.002 we will know who helped cause it....hi hi.... (hi hi is old landwire morse code string signifying a laugh)
If your planning on trading mostly, I understand. But someday, it won't retract. Try not to sell that day!
Nice to go into the holiday weekend on an up-tick with fairly good volume. 1% of company traded hands today. See post 20807.
Also, try buying it at http://bionictonicohio.com/?page_id=3
I think you still have to call during normal weekday working hours (Eastern time). Their price should be 2.25/can after delivery. Very competive to in-store local pricing of other products. I still think they should aim to undercut competitor's pricing a little.
I hope everyone has a great holiday weekend.
Wishing all the Best of Good Buys!
Planetary internet connectivity not the best for me these days. Sorry for the delay. I will likely be in and out.
There is a mysterious gap between 0.003 and 0.004, hi hi!
I am thinking of riging up a Bionic Tonic Energy display. I am not sure I will get around to making how I want though. I am in need of some neat photos. If I get it to work, a photo or two at the right angle just might look outa-this-world.
Running low on LP. Still have a stock of BT I am working through. Will restock in July!
Have a good week.
Correction to opionion post #20807
Friday's close was $0.0005, not 0.0006. Thanks to those who caught that. Can you catch the other hidden item?
This is where it is the typical catch 22 of almost all start-ups. If you can't get it convienently, advertizing does limited good. So balancing advertizing with availability becomes a delicate tigthrope walk, especially for revenue stream strapped small start-ups. Only the real big boys can establish a warehoused univeral supply of product prior to breakout regional or national advertizing.
They have a difficult road full of difficult tasks. Business is not easy and no path to success has been perfect.
I also hope they do not pass by opportunities that could yield a stable functional financial business for sometimes too lofty of a goal. I have seen companies with a viable product of value lose it all in the end because they closed, albiet lower return, doors earlier in the business.
I hope we hear more information soon.
We are having wonderful weather here in northern Ohio today. I hope you are as well.........Have a great day!
It looks like you still have to call. Online system not up and running yet. They operate during typical daytime business hours in the eastern time zone.
Going to go have some Bacon, Eggs and BT for breakfast!
Have a happy father's day to all those dads out there.
My two little dogs got me a bone for father's day. I'll have that with a BT for lunch.
Wishing all the Best of Good BUYs
$2.25 per can Delivered Price to your Door is what the site below is touting. I have not ordered through this site, so I am not sure how functional it all is yet. I am not sure if the online system is up and running or if you need to call, I buy it direct without shipping.
http://bionictonicohio.com/?page_id=3
They boast 16 BT cans for $36 delivered.
The T-Shirts are neat, I recommend double X large. I found the XL is a tiny bit tight around my beer bubble.
I dont think this distributor is making much on this. I am suspicious that they dont get too good a price on the wholesale product. I wonder if they are using the new US postal boxes for shipment. If anyone makes a successful order from them, let me know.
http://bionictonicohio.com/?page_id=3
Just Me and My Erlenmeyer
having a good time. pic below:
Wishing all the best of good BUYs!
Disclaimer – The following is an unsolicited opinion on Bionic Products. It is in large part based on anecdotal information and to be considered as only the contemporary personal opinion of the writer. The writer is not intimately familiar with the specific operations and financial conditions of the company, nor is the writer specifically trained in the area of corporate reviews, equity valuation studies, stock market guidance, or financial advice. The writer owns stock in the company and thus has a pecuniary interest its success. The size of the writer’s investment is not substantial and far from levels that might require declaration. While a major driving force for investing in this company has been an enthusiasm for the product and its potential, the writer may consider liquidation of part or all stock holdings in the company at any time to control personal capital gains and losses. The writer may issue orders to purchase and/or sell shares at any time that the markets and trading systems utilized allow.
Date: June 20, 2009
Writer’s current stock ranking for BNPD.PK: SPECULATIVE BUY
The company is considered a Speculative Buy at share prices below $0.001 based on an assumed ‘effective’ number outstanding shares = assumed total authorized of 2,500,000,000 shares and progress made to date at producing and delivering a viable product.
The company appears to have made sufficient progress to suggest a year or two of additional staying power. During this period it may either grow or fade, a period which may ultimately determine its longer term investment value. Superimposed over this is the intrinsic speculative nature of the pink sheet market and the effect the incremental price movement has on pink sheet stock prices, having the potential to swing share prices in large percentages regardless of actual news, progress, insider actions, dilution and/or other company fundamentals.
The following ranking schedule versus price might apply over the mid term (<1year):
$0.0001-$0.0003 Speculative Strong Buy
$0.0004-$0.001 Speculative Buy
$0.0011-$0.003 Speculative Hold
$0.0040-$0.010 Speculative Sell
$0.0110-$0.020 Speculative Strong Sell
If there is believe the company will eventually achieve a modest to significant national and international beverage industry notoriety, and the goal is to hold for such an event, then the above rankings, based on near term beliefs and assumptions, would not necessarily apply.
Recent positives:
Increased trading activity/volume. Approximately 10% of the company’s assumed outstanding shares have traded over the last few trading days.
Positive press release updating recent shipment to overseas distributor and activity related to promotion, advertizing/product awareness.
Positive press release announcing production of first HD commercial.
Recent negatives:
Apparent 25% increase in total shares authorized.
Contemporary price action clustered at the lower end of historical range.
Continued non-reporting status and silence regarding company revenue and general financial conditions.
General commentary:
The apparent dilution is generally regarded as a negative. At an assumed 2.5B shares, a maximum mid term value of 0.018/share is estimated using a previous assumption of 45M potential mid term capitalization value.
To actualize this value the company needs to demonstrate minimal growth and/or sustainable revenues. If the company is in need of cash for marketing and product development, and is or is considering selling shares to obtain such, this would be anecdotal evidence that current revenue is insufficient to support expansion and/or advertising efforts.
A strong positive is that a good product is being offered by the company. Many start-ups never attain the threshold of production and subsequent sales at any level. Indications are the company did a fairly good job researching, developing and producing a viable product that has shown some value through sales and positive taste tests. The writer has also conducted a series of un-scientific and un-controlled independent tastes yielding generally positive results.
If management fails to achieve their intended business plan goals, it could be reasonable to assume some intrinsic product value may remain. If a near term potential value is assume at 10M, then current share value potential may be approximately $0.004/share, representing a significant premium over the Friday June 19th closing price of $0.0006/share.
While there is no indication the company has exhausted its options to pursue original business plan goals, there may remain an option to sell the brand formula to a lower cost producer who can better exploit it. Other options might include a method to establish lower pricing to distributors. It is assumed some combination of lower cost production and lower margins would be needed to achieve this. While the writer’s talents and knowledge are not in the beverage industry or its distribution, it is assumed at a maximum unit price of $0.75 per can bulk delivered to the distributor is needed to open pathways and opportunities.
There remains intrinsic positive recent history for this company. Less than a year ago there was no product delivered anywhere. There was no wholesale production of the product at all. The milestone of producing the product and making it available in the headquarters local area or via mail-order from the same general location was achieved. A subsequent milestone of establishing active distributors was achieved. The product is now available in limited locations in several states and has been shipped to an overseas distributor at least once. Further, one stateside distributor currently boasts an internet site [ http://bionictonicohio.com/?page_id=3 ] that will ship the product for a delivered price to the consumer’s doorstep for approximately $2.25 per can based on a 16 can purchase for Bionic Tonic or a 20 can purchase of Lady Pink. That pricing appears competitive with some other premium energy drinks in local stores around the nation.
The latest press release of 6/19/09 stated that ‘the majority of our sales have been solely achieved through word of mouth advertising’ and suggests they are now attempting more aggressive targeted advertising. It will take time for these actions to unfold and impact to be assessed. While no major press release of game changing magnitude is expected near term, the writer joins all with long positions in the company whom hope for the unexpected in a positive way.
PLD, gotta go to Ilopid IV
Good luck to all.
Long live BNPD
I am running on pure green energy and on my way to Ilopid IV to see my old pal Aniexust X. Zephrax!
I shall post upon my return. Maybe even smuggle back a photo of the landscape there for the board.
I am glad I picked up another case of Bionic Tonic. I am gonna need it.
Until my return, I bid all good day and wishing all the best of good buys...........................
PS: have some nice PRs for me by the time I get back!
I leave you with the Gentle Giant!