Natural Herbs for Weight Loss
By Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND, DACBN
updated on 11/19/2007 at 03:05PM
A Closer Look at the Many Natural Herbs for Weight Loss Available
If you are looking for some help in getting trim and healthy, there are a number of natural herbs for weight loss that are available today. Here are a few to keep in mind when shopping for the one that is right for you.
Advantra Z
Advantra Z is one of many natural herbs from weight loss. Extracted from a Chinese citrus plant called zhi-shi, the alkaloids within the herb help it burn body fat more quickly than it would naturally by providing the metabolic system with a boost and by increasing the breakdown of fat stored in the body. These alkaloids include hordenine, synephrine, tyramine, octopamine, and N-methyltyramine. In addition, Advanta Z helps provide the body with energy while also encouraging the formation of muscle mass and lean body mass.
Bladderwrack
Bladderwrack, which is a form of Kelp or brown seaweed, is rich in iodine and many additional trace elements. In addition, it is one of a few natural herbs for weight loss that is known for its ability to keep metabolism in balance.Cinnamon Bark Extract
Many researchers believe that cinnamon may one day be recognized as one of the most important natural ingredients to use in order to lower blood sugar levels. By helping to regulate your blood sugar levels, cinnamon helps you gain better control of your weight.Fenugreek
Fenugreek is a part of the legume, or bean, family. It helps balance blood sugar levels, which helps reduce the amount of excess energy needing to be stored as fat.Forslean
Forslean, which is derived from the Coleus forskohlii plant, helps promote lean body mass while fighting the fat stored in the body, making it one of the most powerful natural herbs for weight loss available.Gotu Kola
Gotu Kola helps decrease fatigue, thereby giving you the boost you need to get up and get moving. In addition, it helps promote metabolism, which means you will burn more calories more quickly.Green Tea
Green tea contains powerful antioxidants from the flavonol category, such as epicatechins and catechins. These antioxidants help been shown to assist with weight loss while also helping improve the body’s overall function. The antioxidant quality of green tea makes it one of the most unique natural herbs for weight loss.Guarana
Guarana is in the same family as caffeine, yet it does not have the same negative side effects associated with caffeine. Rather than providing a fast rush in energy, it offers a slow-release energizing effect that lasts over a long period of time. In this way, it helps improve your metabolism, which helps your body burn the extra fat it is carrying.Gymnema
Gymnema, which is also known as gurmur, actually destroys sugar. In addition, it blocks your perception of bitter tastes and sweet tastes for as long as three hours. This can come in quite handy when you are dealing with a sweet tooth craving!Hoodia Gordonii
Hoodia Gordonii is a P57 molecule that is nearly 10,000 times as strong as glucose. It tricks the body into believing it is full after eating a very small amount of food. This makes it possible to decrease your appetite by as much as 2,000 calories per day.Red Clove
Red clove is a detoxifier and blood purifier. It is also known for its ability to help suppress the appetite and to stabilize hormones.Slimaluma
Slimaluma is an herb that has been shown to have appetite suppressing capabilities. In addition, it has been shown to have the ability to lower blood sugar levels. It has been used in India for centuries, but has only recently made its way into the United States. Researchers believe it works by blocking out the activity of certain enzymes. As a result, fat formation is blocked and the fat that is reserved in the body is used instead. In addition, it is believe to have an effect on the brain causing it to believe the body is full.Spirulina
Spirulina is a very nutritious blue-green algae. Filled with chlorophyll, protein, calcium, vitamin B12, and many additional minerals and vitamins, spirulina helps keep your body healthy and strong. In turn, it makes it work more efficiently toward weight loss.Super Citrimax
Super Citrimax is an herbal extract that is typically used along with chromium and other natural herbs for weight loss. It is capable of curbing the appetite while simultaneously boosting your mood and providing you with a natural energy because it contains hydroxycitric acid (HCA). Although it suppresses the appetite, it does not stimulate the nervous system. In addition, it prevents the carbohydrates that are consumed from being changed to fat. It is also believed to lower cholesterol and fatty acid production because of the boost it gives to the metabolic system.Wild Rice
Wild rice is a very nutritious food that is particularly rich in B vitamins as well as dietary fibers. It can also be used as one of many natural herbs for weight loss.With so many natural herbs for weight loss to choose from, the hardest part is choosing just one! Fortunately, many of these herbs can be found together in easy-to-use weight loss supplements, such as Slimirex™ making it simple to get in your system and help you start looking and feeling your best with just one pill.
