Eleutherococcus senticosus
(Siberian ginseng) helps the body
handle stressful conditions while enhancing mental
and physical performance. Eleutherococcus has been shown
to increase energy, stamina, and help the body resist
viral infections and environmental toxins. Studies indicate
that Eleutherococcus increases physical
work capacity by improving muscular oxygen utilization.
In one experiment, Eleutherococcus was given to 35 weight
lifters and wrestlers and 36 gymnasts and the data collected
indicated that the athletes not only increased their work
capacity, but also reduced their fatigue. Eleutherococcus
also helps to restore memory and concentration.
DL-Phenylalanine
promotes mental alertness, elevates
mood and enhances concentration. DL- Phenylalanine
may also havenatural pain relieving
and depression alleviating properties. In one study,
Phenylalanine was taken everyday for two weeks and eliminated
depression in 74% of the patients. Additional studies have
also shown Phenylalanine's ability to decrease chronic back
pain and pain associated with migraines and menstruation.
L-Tyrosine
is synthesized from Phenylalanine in the body. It is a precursor
of the brain neurotransmitters epinephrine (adrenalin),
norepinephrine and dopamine, which transmit nerve impulses.
Dopamine is vital to mental function and also seems to play
a role in sex drive. U.S. soldiers undergoing various forms
of stress tests were given tyrosine to see what effect it
might have on their performance. The soldiers who took tyrosine
performed significantly better on a variety of tests compared
to those who took a placebo. They were more efficient, alert
and had fewer complaints. Clinical studies have also shown
that tyrosine can be helpful in reducing
headache, irritability, fatigue, muscular discomfort, sleepiness
and depression.
Vitamin B-6
is an important nutrient that supports more vital bodily
functions than any other vitamin. Vitamin B-6 is required
for the production of serotonin, a brain neurotransmitter
that controls moods and sensitivity to pain. Vitamin B-6
may be beneficial for muscle cramps,
allergies, premenstrual syndrome, asthma and arthritis.
Common symptoms of Vitamin B-6 deficiency include fatigue,
depression and increased susceptibility to diseases due
to a weakened immune system.
Chromium
may help to regulate blood sugar levels
and energy metabolism by improving insulin receptivity.
Chromium also has been shown to aid in reducing cholesterol
and triglyceride levels.
Copper
can help to strengthen connective tissue,
ligaments and tendons. Copper also plays a fundamental
role in bone formation and maintenance. In addition, copper
can work as an anti-inflammatory agent
and may be beneficial to those with osteo and rheumatoid
arthritis.
Caffeine Anhydrous promotes
energy and mental alertness.
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