Black pepper fruit extract has multiple bio-activities that appear to support fat-burning efforts. Black pepper extract supplies an active ingredient called piperine, which may aid weight loss by: Supporting metabolism via digestion-enhancing activity Promoting thermogenesis (heat generation), which reinforces its metabolic support Suppressing the formation of fat … [Read more...]
Vitamin B12 for Fat Loss
Vitamin B12 may support the cell energy process that underlies fat-burning activity. Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble essential vitamin required for the proper functioning of the brain, nervous system, DNA, and blood cells. It may be a speculative fat burner due to its role in: Cell energy metabolism. B12 is a necessary nutrient for breaking down and converting foods … [Read more...]
Guarana for Fat Loss
Caffeine-rich seeds from Amazonian Guarana berries may be helpful for weight loss. Guarana is widely used as a stimulant, particularly in drinks and dietary supplements. Guarana may aid weight loss through the interplay of several active compounds, which appear to: Increase fat oxidation, the body’s usage of fat for energy Raise energy expenditure through … [Read more...]
Mucuna Pruriens for Testosterone
Multi-purpose tropical seed-herb Mucuna pruriens is one of the most promising natural T-boosters. Mucuna pruriens is a tropical bean plant used in agriculture, traditional herbalism, and as a food source. Research suggests its active ingredient -- L-DOPA -- may work as a natural testosterone booster by: Increasing luteinizing hormone (LH). LH signals for the … [Read more...]
Fact-Checking 10 Dr. Oz Brain Supplements… Do They Work?
Oz. You know him. You love him. (or not). If you read our earlier piece on The Oz Effect, you may have been surprised to see SiR actually defending the doctor against recent criticism. We said it then, we'll say it again: Dr. Oz ain't all bad... but it's always a good idea to fact-check what he says, especially his "miracle claims" on nutritional supplements. So when … [Read more...]
