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INGREDIENT GLOSSARY
Atractylodes Rhizome – Strengthens digestion and assimilation and moves moisture through the body.
Bitter Orange Extract – This herb has been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years to provide an energy boost, suppress the appetite and increase metabolic rate, promote thermogenesis and caloric expenditure.
Chromium – An essential trace mineral that helps the body maintain normal blood sugar levels. It increases fat loss and lean muscle tissue gain, helps curb appetite for sugars, starches, and boosts metabolism.
Cinnamon Bark Extract – Contains compounds called catechins, with help relieve nausea. The volatile oil in cinnamon bark may also help the body to process food by breaking down fats during digestion. This oil has also been found to stimulate movement in the gastrointestinal tract, which may help to relieve mild abdominal discomfort caused by excess gas.
CitriMax – Is derived from the rind of the Indian Garcinia Cambogia fruit, Citrimax displayed an amazing ability to block the conversion of carbohydrates into fat by inhibiting an enzyme called ATP- Citrate Lyase. It also appeared to suppress appetite as well.
Guarana Seed Extract – Has an ability to produce an enduring energy boost because it actually boosts the body’s metabolic rate (having thermogenic properties) and also acts as an appetite suppressant.
Iodine – Primarily concentrated in the thyroid gland, it functions in the synthesis of thyroid hormone – which is important for regulation of growth and energy metabolism. Inadequate iodine intake can result in hypothyroidism – which can cause low energy levels and weight gain.
Lecithin – Is one of the B vitamins and is considered an excellent source of Phosphatidylcholine. It is commonly recommended for treating liver, nerve, and a variety of other conditions, including multiple sclerosis and memory loss. Phosphatidylcholine is also believed to speed the flow of fats and cholesterol through the liver, prevent the buildup of fats within the liver, and assist the liver in eliminating dangerous toxins from the body.
Magnesium – Is a major mineral involved in the reaction of more than 300 enzymes in the body. It is necessary for the nerve/muscle function, regulation of body temperature, DNA/RNA synthesis, detoxification, energy metabolism and the formation of healthy bones and teeth. It is also vital for cardiovascular health as it helps thin the blood, relax blood vessels, lessen the risk of heart attacks and moderately reduce blood pressure.
Potassium – Is a necessary mineral in daily nutrition; it assists in muscle contraction and in maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance in body cells. Potassium is also important in sending nerve impulses as well as releasing energy from protein, fat, and carbohydrates during metabolism.
Vanadium – Is helpful in controlling diabetes. Some athletes and weight lifters, to build muscle, also use this. Some studies on Vanadium have also shown that it can possibly help treat osteoporosis.
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