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Hoodia
This is a small, succulent plant that grows wild only in the
semi-arid Kalahari Desert of
South Africa. The San
peoples, or Bushmen, who�ve
lived in that area for
centuries, have
traditionally eaten the
plant to prevent hunger and
thirst on long hunting
trips. For generations, only
the San people knew of
Hoodia's marvelous
properties.
There are no known side effects. In fact, Tom Mangold, a BBC News
correspondent, reported
after eating Hoodia from the
Kalahari Desert in May of
2003, "...The plant is said
to have a feel-good, almost
aphrodisiac quality, and I
have to say we felt good,
but more significantly, we
did not even think about
food."
Hoodia Gordonii is one more of nature's many gifts to people in
need.
Magnesium
According to the Office of Dietary Supplements, "Magnesium is the
fourth most abundant mineral
in the body and is essential
to good health" It is found
in nature in green
vegetables, legumes, nuts
and seeds. Also, whole,
unrefined grains are a good
source. Water is also a good
source, if it's "hard"
water. "Soft" water does not
contain as many minerals.
Magnesium is necessary for more than 300 biochemical reactions in
the body, such as normal
muscle and nerve function,
steady heart rhythm, a
healthy immune system, and
strong bones.
Magnesium deficiency may occur in people who are taking
antibiotics, diuretics, and
certain medications for
cancer. Diabetics are also
at risk, especially those
who don't control their
condition carefully.
Alcoholics and older adults
(who are likely to be taking
drugs) should be especially
aware of their need for
magnesium.
Garcinia Cambogia Extract
This is an extract from the fruit and rind of a tree that grows in
the evergreen forests of
India and Thailand. It has
been used in Ayurvedic
practices for many years.
The fruit contains 30% acid,
similar to citrus fruits. In
Southeast Asia, it is
considered a helpful dietary
supplement during weight
management and increased
energy.
Green Tea Extract
Green tea has been consumed in Asia for thousands of years. As a
popular beverage, it has
many benefits for the body.
It is widely known as an
antioxidant, and helps
relieve the body of toxins.
It does not raise the heart
rate, and is, in fact quite
soothing.
Green tea increases energy levels naturally. Some people thought
the increase in energy was
due to caffeine, but
research has shown this
isn't the case. As a whole
food, rather than a
manufactured drug, the body
can "reorganize" the
benefits of Green Tea, and
quickly feels more
energetic.
Acai Berry (Extract)
From the fruit of the Acai
Palm (Euterpe oleracea)
indiginous to the Amazon
River Basin. Reseach has
shown that acai berries
contain massive amount of
antioxidants that help fight
free radical damage
throughout the body. It is
generally thought that
dieting and exercising
increases oxidative stress
in the body, so it only make
sense to take a potent, free
radical scavenger during
this time.
Chromium (as polynicotinate)
Chromium is a trace mineral
essential for normal blood
sugar metabolism.
EGCG from Green Tea Extract
A potent antioxidant
component in green tea, EGCG
also helps fight free
radical damage and is
thought to support
cardiovascular health. EGCG
has been shown to increase
energy expenditure (a
measure of metabolism), and
to increase fat oxidation.
Caffeine
Caffeine is naturally found
in certain leaves, seeds,
and fruits of over 60 plants
worldwide, including coffee
and tea, and has been shown
to have a stimulating effect
on mood, stamina and energy.
L-Theanine
A water soluble amino acid
found in green tea and in
mushrooms. In-vitro and
animal studies suggest that
L-Theanine may also be
helpful with weight loss.
Other Ingredients
Vegetable Capsules
(Cellulose, Water)
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