A cactus-like South African succulent used in local health traditions, Hoodia is used for appetite control. Various species of Hoodia, most notably Hoodia gordonii, have been consumed by South African tribal people to help ease thirst and hunger. Although technically not a "fat-burner," Hoodia has been suggested to help with weight management efforts via one key … [Read more...]
Fat Loss
Fat loss supplements, also known as fat burners and thermogenics, are nutrients that promote the loss of body fat. They can work via several mechanisms, such as increasing the body's fat oxidation (usage of fat to meet energy needs) or decreasing appetite. Fat burners include a wide range of herbs, minerals and other natural compounds, and are among the most popular dietary supplements.
7-Keto for Fat Loss
7-Keto, a metabolite of the “mother steroid” DHEA, may have anti-aging weight loss benefits. 7-Keto® is a byproduct of the steroid dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) which is a precursor to the sex hormones testosterone and estrogen. 7-Keto is believed to aid weight loss by: Boosting thermogenesis (heat generation), initiating and enhancing the burning of calories … [Read more...]
Matcha for Fat Loss
A popular Japanese green tea preparation, matcha may be beneficial for weight loss. Matcha is green tea that has been specially grown and processed into a fine powder, which makes it far more potent than normal green tea variants. Matcha may aid weight loss by: Boosting metabolism. Matcha enhances the body’s thermogenesis and fat oxidation. Enhancing exercise … [Read more...]
Cayenne for Fat Loss
Cayenne pepper, one of the most popular spices, may have multiple fat loss bio-activities. Cayenne pepper is widely used in the preparation of spicy cuisine, in its whole form or as a spice. Cayenne’s active ingredient – capsaicin – may also aid weight loss by: Increasing energy expenditure through a thermogenic (heat-generating) effect Making the body use more fats … [Read more...]
Ginger for Fat Loss
Asian root herb may help weight loss in more ways than one. Ginger has been used as a culinary spice and wellness herb for centuries. More recently, ginger has been proposed to aid fat loss through: Thermogenesis. Ginger seems to increase the burning of calories through heat production and increased metabolism. Fat breakdown. Ginger has been suggested to enhance the … [Read more...]
