Advanta Z- Made from bitter orange or the extract of citrus aurantium, Advantra Z was used in China for treating chest and stomach ailments. After the FDA banned ephedra, research was being done to find a better replacement for an effective weight loss supplement, this is why it is used in BSN Thermonex. The research gave birth to Advantra Z, which soon became one of the main ingredients in dietary supplements used for weight loss. As such, there is no evidence of side effects caused due to consumption of Advantra Z. Today, it has become extremely popular as a premier weight loss supplement due to its fat burning (thermogenesis) ability. Simply put, it alters the body's way of metabolizing fat leading to considerable weight loss. Despite its ability to induce weight loss, different people respond differently to this supplement. Every body being unique, what fits for one may not be suitable for someone else.

Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant that temporarily wards off drowsiness and boosts alertness and energy.

Diiodotyrosine, used by the thyroid hormones T4 and T3, Diiodotyrosine may help the thyroid gland to maintain proper function and help preserve lean muscle and supports the thyroid without suppressing TSH levels.

Evodia Rutaecarpa contains the extracts of the plant Tetradium, which is a genus in the family Rutaceae, also known as the Bee bee tree, or Evodia. This extracts contain a chemical which is called evodiamine, which seems to influence the uncoupling protein 1, also called thermogenin, which is involved in the process allowing energy to be burned as heat. Evodiamine is actually a bioactive alkaloid, used by the traditional Chinese medicine for ages under the name Wu Chu Yu in connection with weight control and fat burning solutions for overweight to obese people. Evodiamine seems to interact with vanilloids, with the effect that the uptake of fat is lowered, but at the same time the fat burning rate is increased, resulting in actual weight loss.

Green Tea Extract is of immense use to treat body ache, headaches and poor digestion. The green tea extract contains polyphenols to high levels and is an opulent source of antioxidant. It has the power of fighting free radicals more than vitamin E. the polyphenols present in green tea extract protect against respiratory and digestive infections. It blocks the carcinogens actions that promotes cancer and reduces the cholesterol levels. Green tea extract helps in metabolizing fat. The dieters can feel the weight loss without side effects and jitters. The green tea extract decreases the heart disease risk and also helps in preventing liver failure. The benefits of green tea extract are many, but as it contains caffeine, medical experts should be consulted prior to using it. Green tea extract also defends dental plaque. Green tea extracts prevents even liver transplant failure, but pregnant women should take green tea only after doctor consultation.

L-Tyrosine is an amino acid taken to enhance the functions of the thyroid gland. It provides essential supplements to the body for fighting serious ailments. L-Tyrosine is a natural cure mainly for hypothyroidism and many other illnesses including protection of skin from the UV rays and depression. People suffering from hypothyroidism lack tyrosine and therefore do not respond to iodine supplements. Iodine supplements are of no use without tyrosine. Using L-tyrosine replaces vital amino acids which people having hypothyroidism lack. It produces thyroid hormones namely, norepinephrine, dopamine and epinephrine. L-tyrosine must be used by those who have a family history of under active thyroids and by those who have not got benefits from dieting efforts. L-tyrosine is taken in doses of 500mg 2 to 3 times everyday. People having high blood pressure must be cautious while taking this supplement.

Naringin is the major flavonoid glycoside in grapefruit and gives grapefruit juice its bitter taste. It occurs naturally in all citrus fruits so it is also called citrus Naringin. It is used in medicine for its pharmacological effects such as an antioxidant and for blood lipid lowering. Research also shows that Naringin can be used for inhibition of selected drug-metabolizing cytochrome P450 enzymes, including CYP3A4 and CYP1A2. Its anti-cancer effects are also being studied by researchers. Naringin is treated with potassium hydroxide or another strong base, and then catalytically hydrogenated to make naringin dihydrochalcone, which is used as a sugar-free sweetener 300 times sweater then sugar.

Octopamine is a secretion initially discovered in the salivary glands of the Octopus and hence the derivation of the name. it tendso to act as a neurotransmitter, transmitting messages from the neurons to the brain and vice versa. Octopamine has been found to have a tendency to release fat deposits from cells, thus aiding in the loss of weight. It is therefore being used as a slimming agent by most people, even though there is no concrete evidence that it does assist in weight loss, for sure. Octopamine is also believed to increase blood pressure levels when it is in combination with other weight loss stimulating supplements. Although not much is known about Octopamine, a deeper study is being conducted into its uses and effects.

Yerba Matte- Described as an ancient drink of friendship derived from a small shrub. It is sometimes spelled as yerba mate and people drink it in order to gain energy producing properties without consuming caffeine as they would in normal tea or coffee. People believe that yerba mate is a appetite suppressant, clears the mind as well as relieving allergies, improving sleep patterns and lifting the mood, that is why it is used in BSN Thermonex. It is advertised as an aid to weight loss, a fortifier of the immune system, a colon cleanser and even as a means of extending life. It is prepared as an infusion, with twigs and leaves immersed in boiling water in order to produce a tisane. Traditionally it is made in a vessel which is then shared among friends.