A Swiss naturopath, Dr. Alfred Vogel, founded the natural herb firm Bioforce in 1963. Dr. Vogel is now recognized all over the world as the owner of one of the best resources for phytogetherapy. He is an expert in the use of herbs to maintain health, to prevent illness and to cure disease. His Bioforce herbs and herbal products are his own unique expert blend of the latest research and traditional herbalism. At Bioforce consumers find a vast array of fresh herbal products and tinctures from plants grown organically in Switzerland. These plants are noted for their medicinal properties.

Named after the founder, A. Vogel is the brand name of Bioforce herbs for natural healing. Dr. Vogel travels all over the world talking about his products and about a regime of natural health care.

Bioforce began in Roggwil, part of Thurgau, a Swiss canton. The plant runs day and night and has since the beginning of Bioforce. Along with herbal remedies, Bioforce offers health food products as well as book and periodicals that teach a natural and healthy way of life.

The mission of the Bioforce Group is multi-faceted. The priority is given to continuing the life work of founder Vogel, with the production and distribution of natural herbs, food products and remedies. The second facet of the mission is quality service and herbal advances through the latest scientific breakthroughs. The firm is also committed to business activities with integrity and focus on the career development and independence of Bioforce staff.

30 countries dispense Bioforce products. Besides the United States, you can find Bioforce retailers or subsidiaries in Canada, France, Germany, Finland, Denmark, Belgium, UK, Australia, Holland, India, South Africa and Scandinavia. Exclusive Bioforce herbal distribution agencies operate in Austria, the Baltic, Italy, Portugal, Singapore and Slovenia.

Bioforce is produced in five different plants. The main facility is in its homeland, Roggwill Switzerland. The others are in Colmar France, Elburg Holland, India and South Africa. While many of the great Bioforce herbs are well known, none are more recognized and more touted than horse chestnut tablets and Echinacea.

Labeled Venaforce, Bioforce sells horse chestnut tablets to promote the health circulation of blood. The Venaforce product strengthens capillary and vein walls, which strengthens legs, promotes energy, and comforts weak ankles. The Venaforce caplets are coated to make them easier to swallow.

Echinacea by Bioforce is three times as beneficial as other brands with standard dried Echinacea herb extracts. What the herbs do is stimulate immune systems, thus supporting a natural resistance to virus and bacteria. Completely organic, Bioforce Echinacea is made up of the herb's roots combined with another herb, purpurea.

Both horse chestnut tablets and Echinacea have been well documented through independent scientific research to offer the natural benefits that Bioforce acclaims.