Neurotransmitter GABA helps lower anxiety and promote relaxation, but supplementation remains controversial. Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) is a neurotransmitter known to calm brain activity. GABA can help reduce stress by: Relieving anxiety. GABA is a natural relaxant known to reduce anxiety. Potentially improving mood. GABA dysfunction may be linked to depression … [Read more...]
Wheat Grass as Greens
Organic nutrient powerhouse wheat grass may support overall health. Wheat grass is a popular greens supplement that comes in juice or powder form. Wheat grass is taken to boost general health and well-being, benefits that might be the result of its: Rich nutritional profile. Wheat grass is high in vitamins, minerals, and bio-active compounds. Antioxidant and … [Read more...]
Ephedra for Fat Loss
Traditional Asian herb ephedra is effective for weight loss but can cause serious side effects. Ephedra is a herb popularly used as a fat burner. Ephedra's active ingredient ephedrine promotes fat loss through: Speeding up metabolism. Ephedrine stimulates the body's heat production and fat breakdown, resulting in more calories being burned. Overview Ephedra (Ephedra … [Read more...]
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) — the most powerful and misunderstood male hormone?
Worried about losing your hair? Then you're probably also worried about DHT: The androgen hormone that's been vilified as "The Big Bald Wolf." DHT does play a role in hair loss, but that’s based largely on genetics. Essentially, if your genes make your hair follicles vulnerable to the male hormone – then DHT can make you go bald. Conversely, if you’re one of the lucky guys … [Read more...]
Fenugreek for Growth Hormone
Libido booster fenugreek shows promise in elevating growth hormone, but research evidence is limited. Most commonly used to stabilize blood sugar levels or boost libido, fenugreek has recently been viewed as an athletic supplement due to its proposed ability to boost hormone levels. It may specifically have an impact on growth hormone (GH) by: Stimulating the … [Read more...]
