Caffeine may be the most popular legal addictive stimulant that is available to mankind. Besides coffee, tea, guarana and kola nut have excess amount of this xanthine alkaloid, which is actually acting as a psychoactive drug. In several plants, caffeine is an effective insect repellant, but this trimethylxanthine is deemed by the Food and Drug Administration as generally safe food substance. It is an antagonist of adenosine receptors. The effect of caffeine is individual and may more or less increase the ability to perform physical and mental labor. It reduces the effects of fatigue and may in long term help predominantly men reduce the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. It has also been observed that caffeine has nootropic effects, furthermore, regular consumption of caffeine may significantly reduce the risk of heart diseases.

Chromium is an essential mineral that plays an important role with how the body uses glucose. Chromium may be found in brewer’s yeast, grains, cereal and in some beers. It aids in maintaining the ideal blood sugar level which helps diabetic patients. It also helps in the metabolism and storage of fats, proteins and carbohydrates in the body that may help reduce fats. It helps improve muscle tone by burning the fats. It reduces hunger pangs, suppress cravings and appetite. It is help control the blood cholesterol level. It lowers the risks of cardiovascular problems. It also alleviates depression by stimulating the fatty acid and cholesterol synthesis that is important for brain function.

Citrus Aurantium is a fruit from the citrus family. Although later replaced by the sweet orange in recognition, it has retained many practical uses both in home remedies and in food. Citrus Aurantium boosts up the metabolism, which converts fat deposits into energy. Extensive use may help to control weight and hold back the effects of obesity. It can work as an appetite suppressant to restrain overeating. Citrus Aurantium can help to reduce chest congestion and coughs. Citrus Aurantium is a potent energy booster.

Garcinia Cambogia is a small fruit that looks just like a small size pumpkin. An extract from its fruit and rind has been used to prepare various products mainly for weight loss. This herb, which is mainly found in India and some parts of Asia, is believed to suppress appetite and enhance fat-burning due to the presence of hydroxycitric acid (HCA) in the extract. This is how it works - HCA inhibits an enzyme called citrate lyase that plays an important part in converting excess carbohydrates into fat, but when it is inhibited, the body burns the extra carbs. While animal studies have suggested reduced food intake and decrease in body fat, human trials have not been so conclusive.

Guarana Extract is the extract of the guarana plant. It contains a significant amount of guaranine, a substance that is similar to caffeine found in coffee beans. It helps stimulate the adrenal glands and increase the production and release of hormones such as epinephrine, norepinephrine (adrenaline), and dopamine. This helps the metabolism of the body that enhances fat loss, and increases energy and endurance. It helps the body burn the fats to be used for energy. It aids in fighting stress, weakness and fatigue. As a stimulant, it also improves mental alertness, clarity, focus, concentration, and memory retention. Guarana also also improves the libido or sex drive in both men and women. Guarana also contains tannins that help prevent diarrhea and soothes the digestive system.

L-Carnitine - The body’s fat is turned into energy by the help of L carnitine. Its production in the body is done by the kidneys and the liver. However, it’s found to be stored and present in the brain, sperm, heart and skeletal muscles. The amount of L carnitine or cartinine produced in ones body is sufficient for conversion of fat into energy. However, some people might have deficiencies in cartinine production. Carnitine has several benefits however it must not be taken without doctor’s prescription. Carnitine has been useful in the treatment of stable angina and there is evidence to support this. Apart from this, it has also found to be useful for someone who had a heart attack or heart failure.

White Willow Bark is used as an anti-inflammatory and treats pains such as joint pain, flu, fever, back pain and osteoarthritis.