| How
was Ephedrine / Ephedra discovered?
It
has been used medicinally in China for more than 5000 years. Shen Mung was the
first Chinese herbalist to use the dried roots and stems as a decongestant. Ephedrine
is the active ingredient in ephedra.
How
does Ephedrine / Ephedra work?
Ephedra’s
abilities come from its active ingredient, ephedrine. Ephedrine is a stimulant
that increases heart rate and body heat. It has the ability to open receptor sites
found primarily in the heart and lungs. Opening these receptors increase metabolic
rate and calorie consumption. The result is release of fatty acids from stored
fat cells and quicker consumption of the fat for energy. It works as a decongestion
by speeding up the activity of tissues in the sympathetic nervous system to increase
vasoconstriction of blood vessels.
What
are the Pro's of Ephedrine / Ephedra ?
Ephedrine has
the ability to help people to lose body weight/fat at a quick rate. As a stimulant
it also provides many benefits from its use. Ephedrine has been shown to relieve
bronchial spasms and bronchial congestion, colds, asthma, and other respritory
issues.
What
are the Con's of Ephedrine / Ephedra ?
There
is a lot of debate whether the positives outweigh the negatives. Ephedra raises
heart rate and blood pressure. This can be dangerous for those with high blood
pressure, heart disease, or diabetes. There is a connection to heart attacks,
seizures, stroke, and death from interactions with other drugs and/or over consumption.
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