Biomax Life Sciences Limited Begumpet, Hyderabad, Telangana

Health Benefits A healthy fovea (center of the macula) contains a 2:1 ratio of Zeaxanthin to Lutein Zeaxanthin protects eyes from harmful blue light induced photo-oxidative stress Zeaxanthin is both an antioxidant and an anti-inflammatory It is used as a preventative measure for cataracts, macular degeneration, and glaucoma Its antioxidant properties also keep eyes from getting damage from the UV-rays from sunlight Overall, the effect of zeaxanthin is a healthier, younger eye Properties Brick red granular powder Characteristic odour Specification for Zeaxanthin Description :   Brick red granular powder Characteristic odour Identification :   By UV LOD :   NMT 10% Heavy metals :   NMT 20 ppm Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis   text1 Total Plate Count :   3000 cfu/g Yeast & Moulds :   100 cfu /g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Pseudomonas sp :   Absent Method of Analysis :   By HPLC Method

Health Benefits Curcumin acts as an excellent antioxidant having healing, anti-microbial properties and acts as a Cardio protective agent. Acts as an anti-inflammatory agent while relieving the aches and pains of joints. Acts as a hepatoprotective substance for digestion and aides in digestion. It helps in breaking down of fats acting as an anti-obesity agent and induces the flow of bile. Helps in relieving the bronchial cold, bronchial asthma, spasms and thereby reduces common cold. It also acts as anti- histaminic agent. Properties Off-white to cream white colour Specification for Curcumin > 95% Description   Off-white to cream white colour Identification   By TLC Moisture Content :   NMT 2% Bulk Density :   0.4 – 0.7gm/ml ASSAY :   NLT 90 % Ash Content :   NMT 2 % Heavy Metals :   NMT 20 PPM Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis :   Total viable count NMT 3000 cfu/g Total fungal count NMT 100 cfu/g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Pseudomonas sp:   Absent Method of Analysis   HPLC

health benefits curcumin acts as an excellent antioxidant with anti-microbial properties. It can also acts as a cardiac supportive agent. plays an important role as an anti-inflammatory agent and relieving the aches, joint pains. it plays a key role as a hepatoprotective agent for digestion. it can act as an anti-obesity product by breaking down the fats while inducing the bile flow. helps in relieving the bronchial cold, bronchial asthma, spasms and thereby reduces common cold and as an anti-histaminic product.

Certification : FSSAI Certified

Shelf Life : 1 Year

Color : Yellow

Form : Powder

Grade : Food Grade

Tulsi extract It is an excellent anti-oxidant and is used in treatment of stress, asthma and diabetes. It is popularly known as Indian Ginseng. Acts as an antidote for poison. Commonly used in cosmetics as a toning body rub. Used for treating disorders of the digestive and nervous systems and reducing the incidence of flatulence in affected individuals.

Health Benefits Isoflavones may reduce or activate the activity of estrogen. Reduce heart disease risk by maintaining health cholesterol profile. Play a role in protecting against enlargement of prostate gland. Can reduce cancer risk by way of acting against the cancer cells. Isoflavones can improve bone health by preventing osteoporosis. Properties Light brown to brown coloured Powder Specifications for Soy Isoflavones > 40% Description   Light brown to brown coloured Powder Identification   By TLC LOD   NMT 6 % Bulk Density :   0.4 – 0.6gm/ml Total Ash :   NMT 7 % Heavy Metals :   NMT 20 PPM Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis :   Total viable count NMT 3000 cfu/g Total fungal count NMT 100 cfu/g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Pseudomonas sp:   Absent Method of Analysis   By HPLC

It acts as antagonists to the glucocorticoid receptor and promote good bone health It shows anabolic steroid properties for healing of fracture It is also used to reduce asthma and cardiac problems It is anthelmintic, digestive and analgesic. It is useful in eye and ear diseases and in irregular menstruation

Health Benefits Hypolipidemic and hypocholesteromic and reduces lipids, cholesterol. Beneficial against heart related issues and artherosclerosis. Enhances Vitamin E level in plasma. Anti inflammatory activity against inflammation like rheumatoid arthritis. Has neuro-protective effect and protects nerve cells from oxidative stress. Helpful against neuro-degenerative diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimers. Acts as an Anti-oxidant providing protection against oxidative stress. May play a role as antihypertensive effect by reducing high blood pressure. Also aides in cancer and allergic related treatment. Properties Off white to beige oily amorphous powder . Specification for Sesamin Complex Description   Off white to beige oily amorphous powder Identification   By TLC pH of 1% w/w Solution :   5-8 Moisture Content :   NMT 5% Bulk Density :   0.4 – 0.6gm/ml Total Ash :   NMT 5 % Water Soluble extractives :   NLT 75% Heavy Metals :   NMT 20 PPM Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis :   Total viable count NMT 3000 cfu/g Total fungal count NMT 100 cfu/g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Pseudomonas sp:   Absent Method of Analysis   HPLC

Health Benefits 1. Salacia reticulata extract contains Salaretin and mangiferin which reduces the sugar level and protect the body from any secondary side effect of Diabetes. 2. Its principal use in traditional, Ayurvedic medicine is for the treatment of diabetes by inhibiting the formation of LDL and thus maintains the blood lipid profiles. 3. Research has shown that Salacia extract also has hepatoprotective activity. 4. As such, it is also used as a liver tonic. 5. Salacia reticulata extract is very effective in case of Rheumatism, skin diseases, Menstrual disorders, other inflammations Properties Brown to dark brown with reddish tinge powder Specifications of Salacia extract > 20% Saponins Description   Brown to dark brown with reddish tinge powder Identification   By TLC Moisture Content :   NMT 6% Bulk Density :   0.3 – 0.7gm/ml Total Ash :   NMT 25 % Heavy Metals :   NMT 20 PPM Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis :   Total viable count NMT 3000 cfu/g Total fungal count NMT 100 cfu/g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Pseudomonas sp:   Absent Method of Analysis   Gravimetric

health benefits beetroot juice powder used as color in fruit salads, jams, jellies, desserts, ice creams, beverages & many nutraceutical products. beet root powder is used a natural colour for tablet coating. beet root powder helps in sports nutrition for endurance. properties dark pinkish red colored hygroscopic powder specification for red beet juice powder - betainin > 0.3% description :   dark pinkish red colored hygroscopic powder identification :   complies by uv ph of 1% w/w solution :   4.0 to 6.0 moisture content :   nmt 8 % bulk density :   0.5 to 1.0 g/ml total ash :   nmt 15 % heavy metals :   nmt 20 ppm lead :   nmt 3.0 ppm cadmium :   nmt 1.0 ppm arsenic :   nmt 1.0 ppm mercury :   nmt 0.1 ppm microbiological analysis   total viable count nmt 3000 cfu/gtotal fungal count nmt 100 cfu/g total plate count :   5000 cfu/g yeast & moulds :   100 cfu /g enterobacteriaceae :   absent e. Coli :   absent salmonella sp. :   absent staph. Aureus :   absent pseudomonas sp :   absent method of analysis :   by uv spectrophotometric method

Health Benefits The extract has calming, sleep inducing, and muscle spasm relieving effects. Passionflower is used for sleep problems (insomnia), gastrointestinal (GI) upset related to anxiety or nervousness, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), and relieving symptoms related to narcotic drug withdrawal. Passionflower is also used for seizures, hysteria, asthma, symptoms of menopause, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), nervousness and excitability, palpitations, irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure, fibromyalgia, and pain relief. Properties Brown to dark greenish brown powder Specification for Passiflora Extract – Flavanoids > 10% Description :   Brown to dark greenish brown powder Identification :   By TLC pH of 1% w/w Solution :   4 to 7 LOD ( % w/w) :   NMT 8% Bulk Density :   0.4 – 0.6gm/ml Total Ash :   NMT 20% Heavy metals :   NMT 20 ppm Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis   text1 Total Plate Count :   3000 cfu/g Yeast & Moulds :   100 cfu /g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Pseudomonas sp :   Absent Method of Analysis :   Gravimetric

Part Used : Leaves

Health Benefits Capsanthin, the colouring agent of paprika oleoresin can be used for oily foods, sauces, processed aquatic products, vegetable products. Can also be used for ice cream, butter, margarine, cheese, salad, sauce, rice products, baked goods and other food products. Paprika Oleoresin for drinks, jelly, soy sauce and sugar and other foods, not only non-toxic side effects on the human body, and can increase the body carotenoid compounds, have some nutritional value. Also widely used in feed, food simulation, prevention of radiation, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries. Properties Dark reddish viscous liquid. Specification for Paprika Extract – 50,000 to 100,000 Colour Units Description   Dark reddish viscous liquid Identification   By UV Moisture Content :   NMT 2% Assay – Capsanthin :   NLT 5 % Heavy Metals :   NMT 20 PPM Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis :   Total viable count NMT 3000 cfu/g Total fungal count NMT 100 cfu/g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Pseudomonas sp:   Absent Method of Analysis   UV Spectrophotometric

Health Benefits Protects retina against light induced damage Lower risk of cataract and age related macular degeneration (AMD) Increased Lutein ester in serum after lutein supplementation Antioxidant activity and radical scavenging activity It has a proven role in the prevention of lung cancer Intake of lutein esters reduces Esophageal, Cancer, colorectal cancer risk, Diabetes Properties Dark ornate coloured soft extract Marigold soft extract is offered in Oleoresin form 5% to 20%, Powder from 5% to 10% and in beadlet form 5%, 10% Specification for Marigold Soft Extract – 5% to 20% Description :   Maroon colored viscous liquid with characteristic odour Identification :   By TLC Moisture Content :   NMT 3% Heavy metals :   NMT 20 ppm Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis   text1 Total Plate Count :   3000 cfu/g Yeast & Moulds :   100 cfu /g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Pseudomonas sp :   Absent Method of Analysis :   BY UV / HPLC

Part Used : Dried flower meal

Health Benefits Reduction of melanin synthesis Skin-tone lightening Reduction of age-spots Soothing agent Prevention of oxidative damage Anti-microbial Anti-oxidant Anti-inflammatory Anti-microbial Properties Brown to brownish yellow colour powder Specifications for Glabridin > 3% Description   Brown to brownish yellow colour powder Identification   By HPLC Moisture ContentLOD :   NMT 5% Bulk Density :   0.34 – 0.8gm/ml Assay – Content of Glabridin by HPLC:   NMLT 3% Heavy Metals :   NMT 20 PPM Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis :   Total viable count NMT 3000 cfu/g Total fungal count NMT 100 cfu/g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Pseudomonas sp:   Absent Method of Analysis   Gravimetric

The Green Coffee Bean aides in reduction of weight loss and high blood pressure when taken daily. As an Anti-Diabetic in a nutraceutical formulation Reduces Cholesterol Act as a slimming agent Effective antioxidant for several applications Used as an ingredient in various soft drinks fruit juices chewing gums, etc.

Health Benefits 1. The key benefit of white kidney bean extract is being its ability to block starches. Many people become overweight due to the fact that starchy carbohydrate foods are often stored in the body as fat, to be used for energy at a later time 2. White kidney bean extract may also be beneficial for lowering triglycerides, degenerative arthritis, coronary artery disease and obesity because of the ability it has to inhibit the body's digestion of complex carbohydrates. Properties Off white to creamish white powder Specification for Kidney Bean extract 20000 and 8000 units/g Description :   Off white to creamish white powder Identification :   Complies by TLC LOD ( % w/w) :   NMT 8% Bulk Density :   0.45 to 0.95 Total Ash :   NMT 6% Total Heavy metals :   NMT 20 ppm Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis   text1 Total Plate Count :   5000 cfu/g Yeast & Moulds :   100 cfu /g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Pseudomonas sp :   Absent Method of Analysis :   Amylase inhibitory activity Sigma method

Part Used : Seeds

Health Benefits Amla extract of Indian gooseberry contains high levels of the antioxidants like vitamin 'C' and tannins. These are responsible in reduction of the building of free radicals which causes cancer and reduce oxidative stress in the body. Amla extract powder promotes healthy hair. It is used in hair oils and shampoos. Gallic acid, a powerful phenolic compound in amla helps to repair hair the damaged hair due to synthetic hair dyes or for other reasons. Amla has the ability to reduce high cholesterol in men with elevated cholesterol levels and the vitamin C helps in dilating the blood vessels and thereby lowers the blood pressure. Amla powder is also rich in fiber and helps in digestion, prevents constipation, reduces acidity in the gut. It can be used in treatment of diabetes, prevent heartburn, reduces the risk for gastrointestinal ailments. As a grandma recipe, it is used for treatment of cold, sore throat and lung congestion Properties Light brown to dark Brown Powder Specifications of Amla extract – Tannins > 20% Description:   Light brown to dark Brown Powder Identification:   By TLC pH of 1% w/w Solution :   4 – 6 LOD ( %w/w):   NMT 8% Bulk Density :   0.2 – 0.6gm/ml Total Ash :   NMT 10 % Heavy Metals :   NMT 20 PPM Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis :   Total viable count NMT 3000 cfu/g Total fungal count NMT 100 cfu/g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Pseudomonas sp:   Absent Method of Analysis   By Gravimetric

Part Used : Fruits

Health Benefits It is an excellent anti-oxidant and is used in treatment of stress, asthma and diabetes. It is popularly known as Indian Ginseng. Used in diseases related to the brain, heart, lungs, bladder and kidneys. Used as eyewash and the tea is also drunk to treat eye disorders. Acts as an antidote for poison. Commonly used in cosmetics as a toning body rub. Used for treating disorders of the digestive and nervous systems and reducing the incidence of flatulence in affected individuals. Used to treat colic, indigestion, nausea, vomiting, intestinal worms, physical tiredness, depression, short-term and long-term anxiety and insomnia. Used in malaria, catarrh, bronchitis coughs, headaches, lung problems, abdominal distention, arthritis, nasal congestion, nerve tissue strengthening, sinus congestion, and gastric disorders. It purifies the air, clears the lungs, and proves to be an effective heart tonic. Properties Light brown to brown powder with characteristic odour.   Specifications for Holy basil extract >1.5% Ursolic Acids Description   Light brown to brown coloured Powder Identification   By TLC pH of 1% w/w Solution :   5-8 LOD   NMT 8 % Bulk Density :   0.4 – 0.6gm/ml Total Ash :   NMT 5 % Water Soluble extractives :   NLT 75% Heavy Metals :   NMT 20 PPM Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis :   Total viable count NMT 3000 cfu/g Total fungal count NMT 100 cfu/g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Pseudomonas sp:   Absent Method of Analysis   By Gravimetric / HPLC

Guggul is useful to maintain cholesterol levels. It reduces cholesterol, triglycerides and total lipids It also indicated in hyperlipidemia, rheumatic disorders, obesity and in ischaemic heart diseases. Hypolipidaemic hypocholesterolemic agent lowers cholesterol and other dangerous low density lipid (LDL) levels in people with high cholesterol. Anti-inflammatory: Cures inflammatory disorders, useful against rheumatoid arthritis. Anti-obesity: burns fat and promotes weight reduction

Health Benefits Gymnemic Acids has an anti-diabetic property. It has an inhibitory effect on plasma glucose and serum insul Greenish brown powder with bitter taste and hygroscopic Properties Greenish brown powder with bitter taste and hygroscopic Specifications of Gymnemic Acids 25% and 75% Description   Greenish brown powder with bitter taste and hygroscopic Identification   By TLC Moisture Content :   NMT 8% Bulk Density :   0.3 – 0.7gm/ml Total Ash :   NMT 10 % Heavy Metals :   NMT 20 PPM Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis :   Total viable count NMT 3000 cfu/g Total fungal count NMT 100 cfu/g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Pseudomonas sp:   Absent Method of Analysis   UV Spectrophotometric

Part Used : Dried leaves

Health Benefits 5 HTP is a hydroxyl form of an amino acid tryptophan that converts in the brain into serotonin, an important neurotransmitter involved in depression, behavior, appetite, impulse control, and sleep. It is an excellent adjunct for these treatments. Widely used to help with obesity (dieting), PMS, migraines, anxiety Properties Light brown to off-white colour Specification for 5-HTP > 95% Description :   Light brown to off-white colour Identification :   By TLC LOD ( % w/w) :   NMT 5% Bulk Density :   0.4 – 0.7gm/ml Total Ash :   NMT 5% Heavy metals :   NMT 20 ppm Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis   text1 Total Plate Count :   3000 cfu/g Yeast & Moulds :   100 cfu /g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Pseudomonas sp :   Absent Method of Analysis :   HPLC

Health Benefits Green tea is good for the over all functioning of the body as it is rich in antioxidants and also helps in weight loss. Green tea is supposed to be helpful in various health disorders like Rheumatoid arthritis, High cholesterol levels , Cardiovascular disease , Infection, Impaired immune function. Green tea helps a lot in lowering down the sugar level in a body. The polyphenols present in green tea extract reduces the amount of amylase produced by conversion of starch into sugar and hence the levels of sugar in the blood also decrease. Green tea acts as an antibacterial and antiviral agent. It also helps in getting relief from influenza and diarrhea. It relieves stress, improves bone structure and delays the onset of osteoporosis. As all other tea it helps in getting relief from depression & headache which is a usual problem of a common man in this busy world. Properties Greenish brown coloured Powder Specifications for Green Tea Extract – Polyphenols 45 %, 50%, 80% Description   Greenish brown coloured Powder Identification   By TLC pH of 1% w/w Solution :   3.8 to 4.8 LOD   NMT 5 % Bulk Density :   0.4 – 0.6gm/ml Total Ash :   NMT 1 % Water Soluble extractives :   NLT 75% Heavy Metals :   NMT 20 PPM Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis :   Total viable count NMT 3000 cfu/g Total fungal count NMT 100 cfu/g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Pseudomonas sp:   Absent Method of Analysis   By Titration

Health Benefits The Green Coffee Bean aides in reduction of weight loss and high blood pressure when taken daily. As an Anti-Diabetic in a nutraceutical formulation Reduces Cholesterol Act as a slimming agent Effective antioxidant for several applications Used as an ingredient in various soft drinks / fruit juices / chewing gums, etc. Properties Light greenish to brown powder Specification for coffee bean extract (chlorogenic acids(CGA)) 45% - 60% Description :   Light greenish to brown powder Identification :   Complies by UV LOD (% w/w) :   NMT 8% Bulk Density :   Between 0.35g/ml and 0.85g/ml Total Ash :   NMT 5% Total Heavy metals :   NMT 20 ppm Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbial analysis :   Total viable count NMT 3000 cfu/gTotal fungal count NMT 100 cfu/g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Pseudomonas sp :   Absent Method of Analysis :   HPLC

Health Benefits It can help reduce cholesterol in the blood. It is used to treat diabetes in adults. It has been used for loss of appetite and anorexia. It can improve digestion, treat halitosis and relieve diarrhea and miner stomach aches. It has a reputation for enlarging breast tissue and is widely used in natural breast enhancement products. It contain hormone precursors that can increase milk production in nursing mothers and it is widely used for insufficient lactation. It contain choline which may be helpful for memory loss and to slow down the aging process. Is has been used to treat bronchitis and asthma. It is also considered a good herbal remedy for sore throat and coughs. It has been used as an herb to promote hair growth both in women and men. It has been used for skin irritation, such as ulcers, boils, eczema, dandruff and cellulite. Properties Hygroscopic brown powder Specifications for Saponins > 50% Description   Hygroscopic brown powder. Identification   Characteristic Odour pH of 1% w/w Soln   4-7 Moisture Content :   NMT 6% Bulk Density :   0.3 – 0.8gm/ml Total Ash :   NMT 5 % Heavy Metals :   NMT 20 PPM Lead :   NMT 3.0 PPM Cadmium :   NMT 1.0 PPM Arsenic :   NMT 1.0 PPM Mercury :   NMT 0.1 PPM Microbiological Analysis :   Total viable count NMT 3000 cfu/g Total fungal count NMT 100 cfu/g Enterobacteriaceae :   Absent E. coli :   Absent Staph. aureus :   Absent Salmonella sp :   Absent Pseudomonas sp:   Absent Method of Analysis   Gravimetric