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Forskolin is the powerful active found in the herb Coleus forskohlii. Forskolin is believed to improve body composition both through increasing lean mass and decreasing fat mass. Forskolin activates the enzyme adenylate cyclase, which in turn increases cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) levels. The increase in cAMP activates hormone-sensitive lipase (HSL) which breaks down stored triglycerides (bodyfat) and releases fatty acids so they can be oxidized and body fat can be decreased.
Forskolin > Activates Adenylate Cyclase > Increases cAMP > Activates HSL > Increases Fatty Acid Release
In order to lose body fat, fatty acids must be released from triglycerides stored as fat tissue. Forskolin increases the release of fatty acids from fat tissue allowing them to be burned for energy, leading to a decrease in body fat.
Forskolin’s ability to increase cAMP is also believed to have thyroid stimulating properties. Thyroid hormones govern ones overall metabolism. Increasing thyroid output will accelerate ones metabolic rate and lead to fat loss. In addition, it is believed Forskolin may increase testosterone levels in men, but more research on this is needed.
Forskolin doesn’t appear to have strong nervous system stimulating properties, making it a great ingredient to stack with other fat burners such as Primaforce Caffeine, Lean Green, and Yohimbine HCL. Unlike stimulants which cause vasoconstriction, Forskolin is a vasodilator. Blood flow is an important and often overlooked aspect of fat loss as blood flow to fat tissue, especially stubborn fat areas, is vital to the transportation of fatty acids to areas where they can be burned.
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Directions
As a dietary supplement, consume 1-2 capsules per day on an empty stomach.
Nutrition Facts †
Serving Size 1 Capsule
Servings Per Container 60 |
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| Amount Per Serving |
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Serving |
% DV |
| Coleus forskholii extract (root) standardized to 20% yielding 50 mg active forskolin |
250 mg |
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| *percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. |
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Ingredients: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose and magnesium Stearate.
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
†Nutrition Facts are a simulation of the product's "Nutrition Label". For the actual Nutrition Label please refer to the product packaging.
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Warnings
Keep out of reach of children. Not intended for use if you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, may be pregnant or are nursing. Do not use if you currently have or have previously been diagnosed or treated for stomach ulcers, bleeding disorders, or low blood pressure (hypertension), or are currently taking blood-thinning medication. Always consult a physician prior to using any dietary supplements.
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