Is Ephedra a Miracle Cure?

Written by Amy S. Grant


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What you may not know is thatrepparttar ephedra plant has been used to treat a number of respiratory and circulatory conditions, including asthma, allergies (such as hay fever) andrepparttar 140781 common cold. Ephedrine, orrepparttar 140782 synthetic equivalent called pseudoephedrine, can be found in many over-the-counter cold and allergy medications, including Sudafed. Ephedra is a vasodilator, which means it relaxes (or dilates) blood vessels, which allows blood to flow more easily, and allows nasal passages to open wider. In Chinese medicine, ephedra has been used for thousands of years to increase blood flow and improve circulation.

Athletes have used ephedra for centuries, since it helps build muscle and burn fat. Many people report increased energy and stamina while using ephedra, which increases overall athletic performance.

Ephedra is generally considered safe when adhering torepparttar 140783 recommended doses. Since ephedra is a very powerful and effective supplement, you should check with your physician before using ephedra if you have any ofrepparttar 140784 following conditions: anxiety, high blood pressure, glaucoma or heart disease. Do not take ephedra if you are pregnant or lactating. It’s recommended to check with your physician before beginning any weight loss program.

Sincerepparttar 140785 ban was lifted so recently, only one company currently offers ephedra supplements online. You can purchase ephedra while supplies last at: http://www.BetaFuelDirect.com or http://www.EphedraBurnsFat.com

Amy Grant is an avid fitness enthusiast who enjoys scuba diving, photography and empowering people to achieve their dreams.


Ephedra – Does it work for Weight Loss

Written by Michael LaQuay


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agrees thatrepparttar way we lose weight is to burn more calories than we consume. Ephedra helps in that process by producing a thermogenic effect, which causes one to burn more calories. Further, it appears that by taking Ephedra people seem to eat less and have more energy and thus are more active. Whether one also needs to consciously lower their caloric intake and/or exercise depends on a variety of circumstances, which is best discussed with your health care professional. Ephedra had been banned forrepparttar 140780 last year because of possible health risks. Thursday, April 14 2005 (Health Day News) -- Saying thatrepparttar 140781 U.S. Food and Drug Administration had not metrepparttar 140782 burden of proof that any specific dosage ofrepparttar 140783 controversial weight-loss drug ephedra was dangerous, a U.S. District Court judge in Salt Lake City has liftedrepparttar 140784 year-old FDA ban and sentrepparttar 140785 matter back torepparttar 140786 agency for further evaluation. Fromrepparttar 140787 Ephedra Educational Council web site "More than 15 million consumers a year benefit from Ephedra, with only a minute fraction reporting problems torepparttar 140788 FDA. Any risk of inappropriate use must be balanced againstrepparttar 140789 health benefits accruing to millions of Americans. The nation's obesity epidemic creates a personal and public imperative for weight control, and 98 million Americans must not be denied an option for improving their health without conclusive scientific evidence." www.EphedraCom.com

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