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Acetyl- L-Tyrosine

Bioperine is an extract from the fruit of Piper nigrum L (black pepper) or Piper longum L (long pepper) that contains 95 percent of piperine. Black pepper is a common household spice. Extract from black pepper has also been used extensively as a medicine. To reach the greatest quality during the harvest, the pepper is reaped before ripening and after that is placed to dry under the sun rays. Bioperine is known for its effect to enhance the efficiency of many supplement nutrients. Bioperine acts to enhance the body’s natural therogenic activity – giving the name thermonutrient. This enhancement brings about increased metabolic rate creating demand for supple of many nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, herbals, amino acids. It sets in motion a process that brings about better digestion and faster gastrointestinal absorption.

Caffeine is of course a major component of every day drinks such as tea and coffee and is also included in Lean Stack. It is claimed that over 70% of the American population take more than 300 milligrams daily. As well as in familiar drinks it is used in energy drinks such as Red Bull as well as in many over the counter analgesics and other medication. Medically it is a as trimethylxanthine, useful as a heart stimulant and it also works as a mild diuretic. It works in the same way as certain drugs, the amphetamines, cocaine, and heroin, all of which work on the action of the brain although in a milder way, and like them it is addictive.

Cayenne- Most of us are aware of the wonders of the hot cayenne, which belongs to the family of capsicum. This herb is mainly used for culinary and health purpose. As compared to black pepper and chilies, it contains less irritating properties. Cayenne when taken naturally works as a natural stimulant and is beneficial for pancreas, kidney and spleen. Cayenne can be taken in herbal tea form, as a natural energy booster or as a capsule to cure yellow fever. Since cayenne contains antiseptic properties it is an effective remedy for sore throats and is used as a gargle. It aids digestion and stimulates saliva and stomach secretion. It also prevents heart attack, reduces cholesterol, allows proper absorption of vitamins, improves blood circulation and effectively clears the sinuses. In the past it was used as a cure for typhoid fever, diphtheria, pleurisy and pneumonia.

Chromium Polynicotinate, which is a form of chromium, an essential trace mineral that is needed for the body's production of insulin. Insulin is a hormone that stabilizes the body's blood sugar level.

CLA has anti cancerous and antioxidant properties and studies have shown that tumor growth has been hindered with the use of CLA.

Cocoa Seed Extract, which is standardized for caffeine, tyramine, phenylethylamine and theobromine. Cocoa seed extract is thought to possibly help speed up the metabolism and provide feelings of fullness.

Conjugated Linoleic Acid.

Dandelion - Taraxacum with the common name dandelion are common weeds, flowering plants that are found worldwide, but are native to the Old World, or the temperate areas of Europe and North America. Effects of the dandelion extract are multiple, for once, it is believed to be a diuretic, because of the salt and water excretion induction from the kidneys. It contains luteolin, a flavonoid and very common. It is very important as an antioxidant, feeding on free radicals, preventing inflammation and promoting the carbohydrate metabolism. It is believed that dandelion, or luteolin for that matter, plays a vital part in the prevention of cancer and that it is an immune system modulator. Besides other positive aspects, like lessening the effects of herpes, genital warts and also helping with problems regarding dyspepsia, liver and gallbladder, it helps with treatment of obesity prone patients.

DMAE (Dimethylaminoethanol) is a supplement which acts as anti-oxidising agents. They are mostly consumed in order to increase the functioning of brain and also to keep up the health of skin. DMAE greatly works in some advantageous process such as enhancing the ability of learning, mood and mainly to increase the memory power. They keep the skin healthier by stabilising the membranes of lysosomes that you find in human skin and also repairs those skin cells which are damaged. It resists the impact of the ages which damages the healthier skin by blocking the activity of lipofucsin. There are of course some side effects caused by these supplements as well and hence it must be consumed with the advice of some physicians.

Folic Acid is really a family of several complex chemicals, but is generally referred to as one substance. It is present in all green leaved vegetables.

Garcinia Cambogia is a natural extract that comes from a fruit located in India and is prominent in a plethora of different natural weight loss products.

Ginger Root is a dietary supplement that is not only used as a spice but has had a positive effect on some types of arthritis and raynauds disease.

Grape Skin Extract

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.

Green Tea Extract- Camellia sinensis, or more commonly the tea plant is a genus of flowering plants which is generally being used to produce tea, including green tea, oolong, black tea, white tea and pu-erh tea, also called Bolay tea. The different oxidation process makes the final difference. Tea plants can grow out into a tree, but are generally pruned to allow for easy hand picking. While camellia sinensis is being cultivated all around the globe in tropical and subtropical regions, this South and Southeast Asian native is most popular when imported from India and China. Medical uses of tea stem from the traditional Chinese medicine, where it was used as a bronchodilator and to treat angina pectoris, coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular diseases. Green tea extract is used as appetite suppressant and thermogenesis increasing agent.

Guarana has in recent times received widespread popularity because of an energy drink. It is actually a climbing plant in the family related to maple and is native to the Amazon region, predominantly in Brazil. It is a flowering plant with big leaves, but the fruit is the most prominent component, not bigger than a coffee bean. Guarana fruit has about the double content of caffeine when compared to the coffee bean. Besides the cognitive and fatigue reducing effects of caffeine, guarana displays also other interesting properties, such as the assistance in a weight loss program; namely, guarana affects the perception of the satiation, making the person feel full sooner. Further antioxidant and antibacterial effects have been noted as well. In combination with linoleic acid, guarana has shown fat cell reduction effects in mice.

Kola Nut, bitter brown seed that contains caffeine. Once used to make cola soft drinks, Kola Nut has been replaced by artificial flavourings in most beverages.

L-Carnitine - Carnitine is a quat, quaternary ammonium cation, which is derived through biosynthesis of amino acids lysine and methionine. During the breakdown of stored fat in the lipids for purposes of generating additional metabolic energy, carnitine is needed to transport the fatty acids from the intracellular fluid to the mitochondria. The biologically active form of this stereoisomer is named l-carnitine. It is believed that l-carnitine has strong antioxidant effects and that it can strengthen the bone mass during the aging process. It is furthermore believed that l-carnitine promotes the glucose uptake and that it improves the male fertility in clinical trials. Concentrations of carnitine are found in highest levels in red meat and dairy products, but also in some seeds and pulses, as well as cereals and some fruits.

L-Tyrosine, a non-essential amino acid that is used to build protein. It is a precursor dopamine, as well as a precursor to norepinephrine and epinephrine. The body makes L-Tyrosine from the amino acid phenylalanine. Since L-Tyrosine is a precursor of Dopamine, it may raise mental alertness, making it of great use in exercise programs.

Magnesium Stearate is coommonly used as a filling agent in the manufacture of capsules and tablets, such as vitamins, the source of this ingredient is typically bovine. However, there is an increasing number of vegetarian options in which the product specifically indicates it contains magnesium stearate from vegetable sources.

Opumtia Ficus-indica is a species of cactus which has been domesnticated for a long time. It is a very important agricultural plant in economies throughout the arid and semiarid parts of the world. Opuntia ficus-indica is also known by other names. They are Indian fig opuntia or barbary fig. The main reason behind growing the opuntia ficus-indica is its fruits. The vegetable nopales are also used for various purposes. In the culinary world, it is often referred to as the prickly pear. The large, sweet fruits called tuna are the most commercially valuable use of the species of opuntia ficus-indica. Sicily, Spain, Mexico, Ethiopia, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, Israel, Chile, Algeria, Morocco, Italy are some of the countries that cultivate the opuntia ficus-indica in significant quantity.

Pantothenic Acid also known as B5 is a natural, inexpensive and safe form of curing acne. It is free from all negative side effects. It is best suited for people with oily skin as it stops the overproduction of oil within our body. It converts the carbohydrates and fats into energy effectively when synthesized with other Vitamin B. Additionally it also helps your body produce red blood cells and metabolizes fats. It plays a significant role in reducing physical and mental stress because it works along with the stress hormone producing adrenal gland. Pantothenic acid is present in all kinds of food and therefore our body gets sufficient amount of it. As it is impossible for our body to become deficient in pantothenic acid, there is no recommended daily amount of it. Eggs, whole grains and milk contain panthothenic acid in large numbers.

Silica is silicon dioxide, a trace mineral found in bones, teeth, skin, eyes, glands and organs. It also helps keep skin elastic. Silica works with calcium to maintain bone strength.

Stearic Acid is a saturated fatty acid that occurs in many animal and vegetable fats and oils. Stearic acid is useful as an ingredient in making candles, soaps, plastics, oil pastels and cosmetics, and for softening rubber. Stearic acid is used to harden soaps, particularly those made with vegetable oil. Even though stearic acid is a saturated fat, studies have suggested that it has little effect on blood cholesterol levels, because such a high proportion is converted to oleic acid.

Vanadyl Sulfate is an inorganic compound of vanadium and the most widely found laboratory source. It is derived from petroleum residues, which is known as the most common commercial supplier of vanadium. Humans do not require vanadium, which means it is not necessary for humans to ingest vanadium in order to survive. Some vanadyl compounds are known to have the effect of mimicking the effects of insulin, which led to a popular use of Vanadyl Sulfate as a dietary supplement. In body building circles it is believed that Vanadyl Sulfate is increasing the performance and that muscle cells take up glucose easier under the influence of Vanadyl Sulfate. The insulin mimicking characteristic is believed to allow amino acids, proteins and carbs to directly enter muscles, but the scientific proof is still under deliberation.

Vitamin A is the second Vitamin that was discovered, after Vitamin B. It can be found in several forms, whereby the primary source is the natural retinol derived from animal food sources. Chemically related compounds are called retinoids and are used primarily in medicine and as dietary supplements beta-carotenes. While carotene forms stemming from dietary sources are not toxic, intake of synthetic and natural retinoid forms should be strictly limited. Vitamin A is found naturally in beef, pork, chicken, turkey and fish livers; in the sweet potato, carrot, broccoli leaf, butter, spinach, pumpkin, eggs, papaya, mango, peas, winter squash, apricot, cantaloupe melon and leafy vegetables. Vitamin A is necessary for normal reproductive capabilities, membranes, tissues, skin, eyes, normal tooth and bone development and much more.

Vitamin B12- Also called Riboflavin, B2 is a water absorbed vitamin of which the body must replenish its supplies each day as it cannot be stored. It is necessary for the production of red blood cells and, like the other B vitamins, it works at supporting it supports energy production by helping in the metabolism of various foods.B2 is required for healthy skin as well as hair growth, the nails and has a role in regulating the activity of the thyroid gland. It is also necessary in order that the body can process amino acids found in proteins and fats and to activate vitamin B6 and folic acid.

Vitamin B6, which active form pyridoxal phosphate or otherwise known as PLP and pyridoxal-5’-phosphate, is a prosthetic group of tightly bound cofactors responsible for many reactions within the amino acid metabolism and the manipulation of the enzymatic reaction behind the release of glucose from glycogen. Vitamin B6 generally comprises three organic compounds, pyridoxine, pyridoxal and pyridoxamine, all of them heterocyclic organic compounds that are converted in the human body to the active pyridoxal phosphate form. There are three reactions attributed to PLP, namely transamination, alpha elimination and beta elimination. Over one hundred and forty enzyme activities depend on pyridoxal phosphate, neurotransmitter and histamine synthesis, synthesis and function of hemoglobin, and gene expression. As a cofactor, PLP is active in amino acid metabolism, glucogenesis and lipid metabolism.

Vitamin C- Perhaps the most popular vitamin, L-ascorbic acid is viewed as an essential nutrient and is required to synthesize collagen in humans. The L-enantiomer of ascorbic acid, or Vitamin C for short, is the famous ingredient of oranges and other citrus fruits. It has been said that a glass of pure squeezed orange juice provides the daily requirement of Vitamin C. While the antioxidant function is deemed important, other biosynthetic functions are of vital significance. It provides an electron for eight different enzymes, besides the aforementioned synthesis of collagen; it aids the synthesis of carnitine and neurotransmitters, synthesis and catabolism of tyrosine and the metabolism of microsome. The additional function as a reducing agent, keeping iron and copper at bay is an additional trait.

Vitamin E, an anti-oxidant nutrient, neutralizes free radicals in the human body to prevent cell damage. This fat-soluble vitamin not only aids the formation of red blood cells but also helps in the absorption of vitamins A, C and K. It is also very helpful to fight various ailments. Since the human body cannot produce vitamin E on its own; it has to be incorporated in our daily diet. This can be done either by consuming foods that are rich in vitamin E or by taking vitamin E supplements. The RDA for adult males is 10 mg. while 8 mg. is the daily requirement for adult females. Expecting and nursing women should compulsorily take 10 mg. of vitamin E supplements. Vitamin E supplements are most effective when consumed with food.

White Kidney Bean Extract neutralizes a digestive enzyme known as alpha amylase before it converts starch into sugar or glucose and eventually fat allowing carbohydrates to flow through the bodies system at a substantially lower caloric intake.

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.

Yerba Matte, actually yerba maté, as it is called in Brazil, or Ilex paraguariensis in Latin, is a small tree or a shrub which can grow to fifteen meters. It is found naturally in South America, mainly in south of Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay and Chile. Foliage is evergreen, and the flowers are rather small, additionally there is a smallish fruit of red color. A tea like brewing in warm water, not boiling, is a popular drink in the native area, similar social gathering is common, akin to tea time practice in the United Kingdom. Yerba matte has several xanthines alkaloids which are related to caffeine, but although chemically identical to caffeine the mate xanthine cocktail provides different results, for instance it relaxes smooth muscle tissue and stimulates heart tissue. Yerba Matte is a potent ingredient in Lean Stack.