- Forskolin 50 mg – What is it? Forskolin is an extract from the plant Coleus forskohlii. Coleus has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for a variety of conditions, including hypertension, asthma, eczema, psoriasis, congestive heart failure, and angina. – How does it work? Forskolin acts primarily by activating the enzyme adenylate cyclase, which results in increased cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) in cells. Cyclic AMP belongs to a class of substances known as “second messengers” and is one of the most important cell-regulating compounds. Increased cellular cyclic AMP results in a broad range of physiological and biochemical effects, including inhibition of platelet activation (resulting in decreased likelihood of blood clots), reduced release of histamine (resulting in decreased allergy symptoms), increased force of contraction of the heart, relaxation of the arteries and other smooth muscles, increased thyroid function, and increased lipolysis (fat burning). – Why is it important? A number of diseases are characterized, in part, by decreased intracellular levels of cyclic AMP. These include asthma, eczema, psoriasis, angina, obesity, and hypertension. – How It Aids Weight Loss: In vitro studies show that Forskolin stimulates lipolysis (breaking down of fats) in fat cells. Additionally, scientists at the Penn State University College of Medicine have found that many obese people have lower than normal cAMP production. Based on these findings and in vitro studies, scientists theorized that Forskolin could be an effective weight loss agent, especially for those with impaired cAMP production. A recent small study appeared to confirm this conjecture. Six overweight women took 25 mg of Forskolin twice daily for eight weeks. At the end of the eight-week trial, the participants lost a mean of ten pounds and reduced their percentage of body fat by nearly 8 percent. Blood pressure levels also trended lower during the trial. These preliminary results indicate that Forskolin is a safe, useful adjunct to losing weight and maintaining normal body composition. Forskolin also has demonstrated the ability to increase thyroid hormone production and stimulate thyroid hormone release. This mechanism of stimulating the thyroid to enhance metabolism may be one way in which Forskolin promotes normal body weight. Forskolin’s effects in normalizing thyroid function may also contribute to its effects, as depression is a common feature of hypothyroidism. . - What Does it Do?:
Burns fat cells, releases fat stores, and boosts metabolism. You will feel fantastic as the weight melts away and none of the jitters or hot flushes you might have experienced with lesser “fat burners”.
Suppresses appetite – no more hunger pangs when trying to cut the calories.
Promotes an energetic mindset and improves mood. A big factor for those of us who often find themselves feeling sluggish mid-afternoon.
Works WITHOUT exercise or diet. Forskolin has been proven to get great results on its own. (We would recommend moderate exercise and calorie reduction, but those unable to fit this into their lifestyle are still getting great results.)
