Acacia Rigidula Extract is derived from a plant that is found commonly in Central America and southern United States. It is used in its pure form in foods but the extract is most commonly used for medicinal purposes. Ancient medicinal uses include a cure for rabies as well as for an astringent. In modern medicine it is still used as an astringent but it is more popular its use in weight loss. It accomplishes this by suppressing the appetite and encouraging the body to burn fat efficiently. It is found as a supplement and can also be commonly found in a gum.

Bee Pollen, a highly nutritious compound made from the pollen of flowers. Bee pollen is food for young bees and is about 40% protein. Much of the protein in bee pollen comes from free form amino acids.

Cats Claw or Uncaria Rhynchophylla is a herb found in the rainforests. It helps the body to fight various infections by strengthening the immune system. It also improves the working of the kidneys. It is known to reduce high blood pressure, bringing down the risk of heart attacks and strokes. It also improves circulation, controls cholesterol and regulates heart rate. Asthma, fatigue, PMS, arthritis, rheumatism and prostrate conditions can be treated and prevented with its use. It is used to relieve gastro-intestinal problems like gastritis, ulcers and colitis. It is being used to treat AIDS, Alzheimer’s disease and cancer. It prevents pregnancies and leads to abortions, hence pregnant women should avoid it. People using insulin and nursing mothers should seek professional advice before using it.

Chromium is an essential mineral that plays an important role with how the body uses glucose. Chromium may be found in brewer’s yeast, grains, cereal and in some beers. It aids in maintaining the ideal blood sugar level which helps diabetic patients. It also helps in the metabolism and storage of fats, proteins and carbohydrates in the body that may help reduce fats. It helps improve muscle tone by burning the fats. It reduces hunger pangs, suppress cravings and appetite. It is help control the blood cholesterol level. It lowers the risks of cardiovascular problems. It also alleviates depression by stimulating the fatty acid and cholesterol synthesis that is important for brain function.

Ginkgo Biloba, actually ginkgo biloba, is a unique species of a tree, is also deemed a living fossil, because it is deemed an ancient genus. All other genera are extinct, but in China it has been cultivate for centuries, so this species survived. While it was believed that no ginkgo plants were present in the wild, some areas in eastern China have been recently discovered. Ginkgo biloba extract is usually derived from the leaves and the inner seed of the fruit. It is due to certain flavonoid glycosides and terpenoids that certain nootropic properties have been observed, leading to clinical trials in treatments of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. In body building circles, this extract is being used as concentration and memory enhancer, increasing blood flow with antioxidant properties as an additional bonus.

Grape seed is the seeds of the ordinary grapes. They are used primarily because they have polyphenols recognized as anti oxidants. Research confirms numerous health benefits of grape seed extracts; they limit lipid oxidation, thus controlling high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels. Grape seeds contain phenolics, which are useful in treatment of heart disease because they inhibit platelet aggregation and reduce inflammation, however, the results are preliminary and more research is being done to confirm these facts. A polyphenol contained in grape seeds is resveratrol which may inhibit cancer cell growth and proliferation, and it may also be active against HIV by inhibiting expression and replication of the genome of the virus.

Grapefruit Extract, also known as citrus seed extract is a liquid that is derived from the seeds, pulp as well as the white membranes of grapefruit. Some scientists claim that grapefruit extract possesses antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties while others recommend it for the treatment of earache, throat infections etc. There are two ways in which grapefruit extract is prepared. One is the natural, self-made grapefruit extract which is made by grinding the seed and pulp and then mixing them with glycerine. The second method is the commercial way in which the seed, pulp, glycerine and synthetic preservatives are all blended together. Grapefruit extract is believed to have a lot of scope in the health food industry. However one has to be careful as grapefruit can have several interactions with certain drugs like warfarin.

Guarana Extract is the extract of the guarana plant. It contains a significant amount of guaranine, a substance that is similar to caffeine found in coffee beans. It helps stimulate the adrenal glands and increase the production and release of hormones such as epinephrine, norepinephrine (adrenaline), and dopamine. This helps the metabolism of the body that enhances fat loss, and increases energy and endurance. It helps the body burn the fats to be used for energy. It aids in fighting stress, weakness and fatigue. As a stimulant, it also improves mental alertness, clarity, focus, concentration, and memory retention. Guarana also also improves the libido or sex drive in both men and women. Guarana also contains tannins that help prevent diarrhea and soothes the digestive system.

Kola Nut is native to Africa, mainly found in the tropical rain forests. There are about hundred and twenty tree species which belong to this family, their fruit, the kola nut, being the interesting feature. It has been traditionally used for chewing, with an effect where hunger cravings subsided. The popularity of the kola nut was established by The Coca-Cola Company, which used the kola nut as an ingredient in this popular drink. Many other similar drinks and also energy drinks feature this ingredient. The kola nut, although featuring caffeine, provides a xanthine mixture with catechins which not only stimulate the central nervous system but also has analeptic and lipolytic properties, as well as chronotropic effects. Further effects include enhanced alertness, physical energy, mood and tactile sensitivity, as well as appetite suppression.

Phenylethlamine HCL is a salt of phenylethylamine. It is a crystalline solid and is formed by treating phenylethylamine with HCl. Its IUPAC name is 2 phenylethylamine HCl. The scientific name elucidates its chemical structure. It is an aromatic compound meaning that it has a basic benzene ring. It further has a two carbon chain attached at position 2 of the ring and the chain terminates in an amino group. It occurs naturally in some foods like chocolates but the food item might get metabolized too quickly sometimes for it to have a significant effect on the body. This substance has quite profound effects on the level of dopamine in the central nervous system, provided it passes the blood brain barrier. It increases dopamine level and at the same time inhibits dopamine transmitters resulting in a buildup of dopamine in the brain. While excessive levels of dopamine in the CNS are not healthy, the neurotransmitter does regulate cognition, mood, voluntary movement and other brain functions.

Red Korean Ginseng is also referred to as Panax ginseng. Panax is derived from the Greek word panacea that means “All healing”. It has a wide variety of health benefits. It contains vitamins, essential oils, amino acids, and enzymes that aid the overall health. The main active ingredient of Korean ginseng is ginsenoside which is steroid-like phytochemical that has adaptogenic properties. It helps fight stress and fatigue. It also has anti-carcinogenic property. It also has glycoside that prevents the adrenal glands from producing excessive corticosteroid. Red Korean Ginseng also has panaxtriol that promote anabolic response that is ideal for body builders. It helps in building lean muscles and burn fats for use as fuels. It also helps increase libido and treat sexual dysfunctions.

Siberian Ginseng is a herb that seems to alleviate symptoms such as stress, fatigue and sore muscles and has been used for many decades to promote and maintain all around good health.

Synephrine HCL is used in traditional Chinese medicine for various purposes such as appetite suppression and fat loss. Synephrine HCL is associated with ephedrine and ephedra and this is the reason that they get focused energy. It is as well noted that the users do not have a feeling of their energy getting crashed. Synephrine HCL is mainly used to aid fat loss, appetite suppression and energy. Each capsule of Synephrine HCL contains 20 mg and each container has 100 capsules. Synephrine HCL is taken as a dietary supplement prior to meals. Synephrine HCL can be taken three times everyday. However, individuals below 18 are not recommended to use. Even nursing or pregnant women are not recommended for use. It is best to take this after consulting a healthcare professional so that if one is diagnosed with heart or kidney disease, renal or recurrent headaches, asthma, depression or any such and is continuing with those medicines may or may not be advised to take Synephrine HCL.

White Willow Bark is used as an anti-inflammatory and treats pains such as joint pain, flu, fever, back pain and osteoarthritis.