Ephedra - Is It A Safe Weight Loss
Product?
By Robert Paris
Ephedra, the most effective weight loss product
prior to the FDA's short-lived ban on on it.
Some ephedra formulas contain as much as 25
mg's of ephedrine alkaloids.
Up until the short-lived ephedra ban, the
industry estimated that 12 million to 17 million
Americans were taking around 3 billion doses
a year. Why? Because, ephedra, when taken
as directed works!
In addition to ephedra's weight-loss
benefits, many bodybuilders, athletes
and others use this product for its energy
properties.
Ephedra also has a diuretic effect and
it alters neurotransmission to minimize
appetite. The end result is less appetite
and a faster metabolism. Some also report
that ephedra suppresses appetite.
Recent studies with both humans and laboratory
animals have shown ephedrine, the pharmaceutical
derivative of ephedra, to be beneficial
in promoting weight loss. The main mechanism
at work is its thermogenic ability to
increase the metabolic rate of adipose
tissue thereby enhancing the body's ability
to burn fat. Its weight reducing effects
are greatest in those who have a low basal
metabolic rate. [Tenney, Louise. Today's
Herbal Health, 5th edition]
Ma Huang, a variety of ephedra has been
used for thousands of years in the Far
East in the treatment of colds. Some have
used it for sinus problems.
Ephedra also contains fair amounts of
such important minerals as zinc, magnesium,
manganese, selenium, iron and potassium
as well as the vitamins thiamine (B1),
riboflavin (B2), vitamins A and C. According
to Dr. John R. Christopher, the minerals
absorbed by ephedra (as well as other
plants) are "live, highly vibrating minerals
that can be assimilated into the body
and used without side effects."
Ephedra is also a blood purifier, it
is a popular folk remedy for such conditions
as arthritis, rheumatism, bursitis and
other painful muscle and joint problems.
Taken as directed, ephedra is a safe,
effective and healthy addition to your
weight-loss program.
Robert owns and operates http://www.3-weight-loss-pills.com
He has been selling nutritional supplements,
and involved in body-building and fitness
for over 20 years.
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