Time-tested stimulant caffeine is a cheap and effective pre-workout aid. Caffeine is the most widely consumed psychoactive compound in the world. Caffeine is an effective pre-workout supplement because it appears to: Improve exercise performance. Athletes are able to run longer and faster and perform more repetitions after taking caffeine. Reduce perceived exertion, … [Read more...]
Raspberry Ketones for Fat Loss
Raspberry ketones are claimed to promote fat loss, but research evidence is lacking. Raspberry ketones are compounds found in raspberries that can also be made synthetically. Animal and test tube research suggests that they may potentially aid weight loss through: Promoting adiponectin release, a protein which promotes the oxidation of fatty acids to produce energy. … [Read more...]
DMAE as a Nootropic
Natural compound Dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE) may support concentration and memory. Dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE) is a chemical naturally produced in the brain. DMAE may have nootropic benefits such as: Supporting acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter particularly involved in memory function. Improving concentration in children with attention deficit … [Read more...]
Bitter Orange for Fat Loss
Bitter orange extract may be safe and effective at burning fat, but more research is needed. Bitter orange is a citrus fruit used to make an extract with proposed fat-burning properties. Bitter orange may promote weight loss by: Boosting metabolism. Bitter orange extract appears to to trigger thermogenesis (heat production) and lipolysis (the breakdown of fat). … [Read more...]
Phosphatidylcholine as a Nootropic
Natural compound phosphatidylcholine may improve memory, especially in the context of age-related cognitive decline. Phosphatidylcholine is a choline-containing compound naturally present in cell membranes. As a nootropic, phosphatidylcholine may be able to: Enhance levels of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter strongly involved in memory function. Support brain cell … [Read more...]
