Using Supplements For Your Weight Loss

Are you frustrated about weight loss supplementation, how to
use, what to use and how much to use.

In this article you will find the pick of today’s latest
supplements on the market and armed with the right information
you will have the knowledge to burn more body fat and have more
energy for the things you want to do.

Remember that supplements do not replace proper diet and
exercise but when used with the right training and weight loss
program may help you make faster progress towards your weight
loss goals.

Also remember that before taking on a training and
supplementation program and if you are on medication always
consult with your physician first. Now lets have a look at the
supplements:

Chitosan

Chitosan is a fibre whose fat-binding ability is so strong that
it can be used effectively to promote weight loss. The most
important health property of dietary fibre is its ability to
bind to fat molecules in the digestive system, which in turn are
excreted.

Since Chitosan can’t be digested, the fat absorbed is passed out
of the body. Together with a low fat eating plan and regular
exercise, Chitosan is a great choice for keeping off those
unwanted pounds. Try taking 15 minutes before a meal to inhibit
fat absorption.

Dosage: as per the bottle

Ma Huang

A popular Asian herb that has been used for over 5,000 years is
Ma Huang; it was first used by the ancient Chinese people as a
decongestant.

The active ingredient is ephedrine, which has been shown to
contain powerful fat burning characteristics which can enhance
thermogenesis, the body’s burning of fat for energy.

It also increases the basal metabolic rate, which allows your
body to burn calories faster and more efficiently. By mobilizing
stored fat and carbohydrate reserves, Ma Huang works to reduce
your appetite and aids in helping you lose excess weight.

Try combining with White willow bark and Guarana as the fat
burning and muscle sparring effects of this stack are fantastic.

Dosage 300mgs twice a day.

Zhi Shi

Citrus aurantium is commonly referred to as bitter orange. Zhi
shi is the immature dried fruit of citrus aurantium. Zhi Shi may
be more thermogenic than ephedrine and has fewer side effects.

It can also be very effective stimulating the metabolism (this
stimulation causes an increase in the metabolic rate which burns
calories) without any undesirable effects on the nervous system.
Citrus aurantium may also act as an appetite suppressant.

Try combining with caffeine, white willow bark, cayenne and
green tea for greater thermogenic action.

Dosage 300mg three times a day.

Pyruvate

Pyruvate is naturally occurring substance found in weight loss
and herbal ‘fat-burners’.

Studies have show that using diet pills containing pyruvate
while restricting caloric intake slightly and participating in
strength training will boost your metabolism resulting in weight
loss.

Pyruvate produces ATP, which makes it a great supplement to take
with creatine and ALC (Alpha Lipioc Acid) comes in Sodium and
Calcium, try Calcium.

Dosage 1gram to 5grams per day.

Bcaas

Branched Chain Amino Acids, are essential amino acids, which
means that the body by itself cannot produce them so sufficient
quantities must be obtained from supplementation.

The three Bcaas (Valine, Leucine, and Isoleucine) make up
approximately 70 percent of the amino acids in the body. Bcaas
are unique in that they are utilized directly by muscle tissue
during long workouts.

Since your body only has a limited number of these amino acids,
it can be forced to break down lean muscle tissue when dietary
sources aren’t meeting your needs.

Bcaas can be found in most good protein powders these days.

Dosage 5 grams – 15 grams

Ribose

Ribose is a simple sugar that occurs naturally in all living
cells and in one of the simplest molecules used by the body to
build and restore energy.

Ribose is very important for the production of ATP. ATP is the
major source of energy used by cells including muscle tissue for
normal function. Ribose has been shown to increase muscular
levels, boost endurance, and promote recovery! It is also an
important way to increase your energy levels.

Another new supplement which looks very promising.

Follow dosage on the bottle.

Nacn-Acetyl-Cysteine

Nac is a powerful anti-oxidant and its ability to neutralize
free radicals helps slow down the ageing process.

Nac has all the properties of l-cysteine and may be the most
cost effective way to boost peptide levels in the body. Nac has
been shown to safeguard against a variety of toxic hazards such
as cigarette smoke, auto exhaust, and certain herbicides.

It can also play a beneficial role in prostate and respiratory
conditions. Surprisingly, it is more effective than
supplementing with cysteine, methionine, or even glutathione
itself! A very good cost effective anti-oxidant.

Follow dosage on the bottle.

Multi-Vitamins and Minerals

Multi-vitamin and mineral supplements are perhaps the most
important single supplement that can be consumed by bodybuilders
and athletes and the first supplement you should buy.

For the human body to perform at its optimum, it must be fed a
vast supply of vital nutrients. If the body becomes deficient in
just one of these essential vitamins or minerals optimum
efficiency and performance declines.

People think that since you can not put on pounds of muscle that
they are a waste of time to take them but if your body is
deficient in just one of the essential vitamins and minerals you
will never reach your full potential.

Try and buy the Multis that have the higher potency mineral
formulas.

Some food for thought isn’t it, but please remember a supplement
is something added to the diet to make up for a nutritional
deficiency or imbalance they are not intended to substitute for
eating a balanced diet. If they are to be taken at all they
should only be used to supplement the diet and not replace it.

Gary Matthews is the author of the popular fitness eBooks
Maximum Weight Loss and Maximum Weight Gain. Please visit
http://www.maximumfitness.com right now for your ‘free’ weight
loss e-course.

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