Aspidosperma Quebracho-blanco Extract, which is often called simply Quebracho, is an extract from the bark of the Quebracho tree, traditionally found in South America, but now more widespread. South Americans used Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco extract for centuries before the rest of the world discovered its benefits. These benefits include a boost to the respiratory system, particularly useful for those suffering from emphysema, asthma or any other breathing ailment. Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco extract is also touted as a natural aphrodisiac by increasing the brain’s endorphins and raising the level of testosterone in the body. This same aspect of Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco extract is also used to combat erectile dysfunction in males, particularly those in South America, where the use of Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco extract is most common.

Caffeine is the most widely used legal stimulant of the central nervous system and is also used in Hydroxycut Hardcore, with characteristics that have been described as restoration of alertness and removing from drowsiness. Coffee, Tea, many soft drinks and energy drinks as well as nutrition supplements have this ingredient, which is a psychoactive substance, a xanthine alkaloid that can act as a adenosine receptor antagonist, as well as a phosphodiesterase inhibitor. Although regular use of caffeine seems to have nootropic effects, enhancing cognitive abilities, it also is known to provide long term effects on the nervous and cardiovascular system, like in one study it was proven that people with normal to low blood pressure have the possibility of developing a heart disease significantly reduced, as well as the chance of getting the Parkinson’s disease.

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Evodia Rutaecarpa has been used in China by the native medicine and herbology practitioners for centuries as a weight loss agent. The Tetradium plant, as it is also known, as well as the bee bee tree, is native to Asia and the chemical associated with the weight loss effect has been isolated as evodiamine. In trials on mice it has been proven that the uptake of fat was significantly reduced by the specimen receiving the Evodia Rutaecarpa extract. While human testing was never truly conducted, the use of Evodia Rutaecarpa extracts in weight loss products seems to prove the interaction with the uncoupling protein 1, or UCP1, also named thermogenin. The stimulation of thermogenin by Evodia Rutaecarpa extract leads to energy being burned as heat, burning excess calories and consequently stored fat.

Green Tea Extract increases energy expenditure and affects fat oxidation, which therefore promotes weight loss by increasing the body's metabolism.

Inositol Hexaphosphate is also called phytic acid, IP6, and phytate. It is a natural substance culled from legumes, nuts, seeds, and some grains. Inositol hexaphosphate works as an antioxidant to clean the body out and protect it from infection. It has particularly been associated with the prevention of colon cancer and also its ability to help the body use other nutrients, such as calcium, to its full advantage. Inositol hexaphosphate has been used for decades by natural medicine practitioners as a cancer fighting agent and antioxidant. It is safe to take in controlled doses as a supplement and purported to increase the overall health of the user.

Inula Racemosa comes from the root of the Inula racemosa plant, indigenous to the hills of the Himalayas. Inula racemosa extract has been used for hundreds of years to aid those suffering from various pains and as a general medicine for any ailment from bronchitis to digestion problems. More recently it has gain attention for two reasons. The first reason is Inula racemosa extract’s ability to lessen body fat and assist in weight loss efforts. The other reason is its reported aphrodisiac qualities that affect both men and women. For many of its users, Inuma racemosa extract is considered an all around cure for many ailments and a viable part of any supplement regimen.

Niacin is a vitamin that wards against pellagra, a disease characterized by a vitamin B3 deficiency. Niacin is made from pyridine and is often called vitamin B3 or nicotinamide, because they all three have similar formulas. Niacin and nicotinamide are comparable in make up, but only niacin works to lower cholesterol levels. The restoration of DNA is also known to be a positive side effect of taking niacin. A fairly large number of individuals, particularly those in third world countries or those suffering from alcoholism, have been shown to be lacking in niacin. Niacin is often taken as a supplement by those with high cholesterol levels, as it has been proven to lower “bad” cholesterol and raise “good” cholesterol.

Piper Nigrum(Black Pepper) or black pepper, which is a common spice, has medicinal properties. It is a tropical plant and India is the largest producer of Piper Nigrum. It possesses anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It acts as an antioxidant agent also. Black Pepper contains essential oil, which acts against intestinal flatulence and also stimulates sweating and urination. The essential oil found in Piper Nigrum stimulates stomach cells to produce HCl acid, which helps in digestion. Piper Nigrum also helps in absorption of certain essential micronutrients like coenzyme Q-10, beta-carotene and EGCG. Pepper has its contribution in Ayurvedic medicines also. Pepper seeds are used to prepare sinusitis relieving medicines. It also used for sore throat and dry cough.

Potassium- Potassium is one of the essential minerals required for proper physiological functioning of the body. It plays an important role in the regulation of heart muscles. It helps to convert glucose to glycogen. Glycogen is essential for muscle formation. Potassium also helps to propagate nerve impulses by exchanging ion within cells and also helps in muscle contractions. It helps in balancing blood pressure. It controls the proper functioning of kidney. An average adult needs 3-5 gm of potassium daily. Due to deficiency of potassium, body observes tiredness. Other deficiency symptoms are weakness of muscles, low blood pressure, vomiting, poor kidney functions and Heart arrhythmias. Severe potassium shortages quickly direct to electrolyte disproportion which involves malfunctioning of nerves, kidney and heart.

Troxerutin is a supplement extracted naturally from the Japanese pagoda tree and sometimes also known as Rutin or Vitamin P. Troxerutin improves circulation by strengthening capillaries, and is particularly helpful for those with circulatory problems such as hemorrhoids and varicose veins. Troxerutin contains powerful antioxidants and is good for overall health, having been shown to be useful in detoxification of the body and in dealing with inflammation. It also naturally fights viruses and acts as one of nature’s antihistamine. Troxerutin can be used safely and is not known to have any side effects when taken as directed in supplement form.

White Willow Bark, which is often used as a natural alternative to aspirin, and is best not to be used by individuals allergic to aspirin. White willow bark extract offers little benefit to weight loss by itself but when used with other dietary supplements, it is thought to work as a thermogenic and help to elevate energy expenditure and promote the metabolsim of fat.

Yohimbe is an alkaloid and the active ingredient of a medicinal herb also known as Pausinystalia yohimbe, formerly named Corynanthe yohimbe. It is noted as a stimulant drug and also as an aphrodisiac. While the medicinal community has conducted numerous studies of yohimbe in conjunction with sexual dysfunctions, in veterinary medicine, yohimbine is employed as the antidode to anesthesia stemming from the drug xylazine in large and small animals. In recent times, yohimbine has been found to instigate fat loss in athletes when taken orally. There are also some formulations available, for a significant price, where yohimbine can be directly applied transdermally to adipose tissue, leading to a local reduction. This application is still in experimentation and should not be used without professional assistance.