Ephedrine for Weight Loss

Ephedrine for Weight Loss

Ephedrine has been found to boost the body's thermogenesis (fat burning) efficiency. It aids

in the activation of the neurotransmitter norepinephrine and inhibits its reuptake. This allows

norepinephrine to activate receptors in the body continuously, allowing fat cell "flood gates"

to open and facilitating fat loss, resulting in weight loss.

Ephedrine not only accelerates weight loss but also helps athletes maintain muscle mass,

making it an excellent dieting aid for athletes. A new meta-analysis presented in The Journal

of the American Medical Association provides the most systematic look at ephedrine for

weight loss. The US Department of Health and Human Services commissioned this

meta-analysis. It looked at 44 randomized trials on the use of ephedrine for weight loss and

found that it improved weight loss by 1.3 pounds a month on average compared to placebo.

Combinations of ephedrine or ephedra with caffeine or caffeine-containing plants, on the

other hand, resulted in an average monthly weight loss of 2.2 pounds. Ephedrine facilitates

weight loss while maintaining fat-free mass through nutrient repartitioning.

It works via some pathways, like increasing norepinephrine, epinephrine, and dopamine

levels, as well as activating both alpha and beta-adrenoreceptors, which is one of the

reasons it is such an effective weight loss agent. It activates the alpha(1)-adrenoreceptor

a subtype, which is believed to cause hypophagia, by promoting the release of adrenaline and

noradrenaline (appetite suppression). Appetite suppression is thought to be responsible for

75-80% of ephedrine's weight loss.

What exactly is Ephedrine?

One of the world's oldest drugs is Ma Huang (Ephedrine). Ephedrine (Ephedrine) is a

member of the Ephedraceae family of plants. Ma Huang is a shrub-like plant that can be

found in deserts all over the world. It can be found from northern China to Inner Mongolia.

Ephedra sinica, Ephedra intermedia, and Ephedra equisetina are three Asian plants that are

used medicinally. The active ingredients of the Asian ephedra genus do not tend to be

present in the North American species of ephedra, also known as Desert Tea or Mormon

Tea.

Ephedrine is a naturally occurring central nervous system stimulant obtained from the plant

Ephedra equisetina. Ephedrine is produced by chemical synthesis, the synthetic product

being marketed in the form of its salt, ephedrine sulfate; it occurs as a white crystalline

powder with a bitter taste, soluble in water, and very soluble in alcohol. Ephedrine’s

peripheral stimulant actions are similar to but less powerful than those of epinephrine (also

called adrenaline), a hormone produced in the body by the adrenal glands.

What is Ephedrine used for?

Ephedrine has been used in China for more than 5,000 years to treat symptoms of asthma

and upper respiratory infections. It has also been used in the treatment of headaches,

fevers, colds, and hay fever. Today, compounds derived from this herb are commonly found

in many over-the-counter (OTC) cold and allergy medications. Ma Huang is also found in

some weight loss and energy products. For dieters, Ephedrine suppresses the appetite and

stimulates metabolism through a process known as thermogenesis. Recently, Ma Huang has

been the subject of scientific research for obesity because of this thermogenic fat-burning

effect. It is used to increase heart rate, blood pressure, and performance. This is normally

released by your body under stress to enhance sports performance.

Ephedrine is a moderately active bronchial muscle relaxant that is used for symptomatic

relaxation in milder cases of asthmatic attacks, as well as to minimize the incidence of acute

attacks in severe asthma patients. Since it constricts blood vessels and activates some heart

movements, ephedrine is also used to treat low blood pressure.

What are the side effects of use and Ephedrine Weight Loss?

Some of the more common side effects people experience from taking the drug are

nervousness, dizziness, tremors, rapid heart rate, headaches, jitters, palpitations, insomnia,

increased blood pressure. When taken at higher levels, ephedra can cause drastic increases

in blood pressure, as well as cardiac arrhythmias. Discontinue use if you experience any

side effects.

Do not use this ephedrine weight loss product if you are now taking a prescription containing

Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (MAOI) (Certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional

conditions, Parkinson’s disease) or 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you are

uncertain whether your prescription drug contains an MAOI, consult a health professional

before taking this product. Do not store above 30 degrees C (86 degrees F). Protect from

moisture.