Acetylsalicylic Acid commonly known as aspirin is called a miracle drug; it is used for three main purposes - for bringing down fever, for preventing stroke and heart attack and for relieving pains and aches. Acetylsalicylic acid when taken during a heart attack can save a life. It prevents complications that arise after a stroke and heart attack. But there is a dark side to acetylsalicylic acid. It increases the danger of gastrointestinal bleeding and Reye’s syndrome. Acetylsalicylic acid when given to children for viral infection and fever can cause Reye’s syndrome – a deadly illness which causes the liver and the brain to swell. Some asthma sufferers are intolerant to acetylsalicylic acid; they must simply avoid taking aspirin as they become more susceptible to asthma attacks. It also causes tinnitus in people who are unable to metabolize the drug.

Caffeine, a central nervous system stimulant used in Leptopril as an aid to stay awake, for mental alertness due to fatigue or, in combination with other ingredients for pain relief, and as a power and energy accelerate. Caffeine is available alone as a non-prescription drug over the counter medication, in combination with other non-prescription drugs, and in prescription drug combinations for relief of pain and headache. Like Ephedra, caffeine acts to increase mental alertness while providing additional energy for weight loss and exercise training. Caffeine is more than a stimulant as it goes deep into muscles to provide long lasting power while delaying the onset of muscle fatigue. Also great before working out, caffeine fights fatigue and helps you get ready for your workout. For dieters feeling sluggish that need just a little something extra to get them through the day, caffeine is the obvious no-calorie stimulant solution. Many products containing caffeine anhydrous contain as much caffeine as one or two cups of coffee. It is recommended to limit the use of caffeine containing medications, foods, or beverages while taking caffeine supplements as excess caffeine intake may cause nervousness, irritability, sleeplessness and occasional rapid heart beat.

Calcium, a mineral vital to the human body, Calcium is necessary for many bodily functions, such as muscle contraction, and proper heart function.

Copper is being considered a mineral with immense medical advantages, copper has been used as a supplement in its gluconate form. Copper is one of the most important constituents of the blood and prevents poly – unsaturated fatty acids from turning rancid. Copper also increases the health of the cell membranes and is actively involved in the formation of hemoglobin. Copper Gluconate is instrumental in treating conditions such as irregular beating of the heart, hypoglycemia, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, and in lowering the cholesterol levels of the body. Copper Gluconate is known to have side effects and is toxic if taken excessively. In the case of women who are expecting or mothers who are nursing, it is advisable to consult with your docter before taking any Copper based supplements.

Damiana is a shrub belonging to the family of Turneraceae. Even though it is a small shrub, it produces aromatic, small flowers. It is generally found in the regions of South America, Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. It is also a fruit bearing shrub. The flowers generally blossom in late summer on the damiana shrub. Then the fruits follow. The fruit it bears is quite similar in taste to figs. It emits a smell which is quite similar to the odor of chamomile. The oils present in the shrub are reason behind this odor. It is said to have aphrodisiac properties. Natives of south and Central America use the leaves to make tea. In Mexico, the tea made with damiana leaves is generally drunk with sugar so as to increase the love making ability.

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Green Tea Extract is very popular with the health conscious community, mainly because of the broad antioxidant features, which are provided by the green tea catechins. It is a very popular nutritional supplement, much more popular than regular green tea, because several green tea extract products have no caffeine. Caffeine is actually contained in larger quantities in green tea than in coffee. Besides the already mentioned catechins, further polyphenols are included in the Asian tea favorite. Green tea furthermore contains carotenoids, ascorbic acid – more commonly known as Vitamin C, Minerals and tocopherols. While there are many proven qualities of green tea extracts, some lesser researched effects have been observed, like reduction of LDL cholesterol, increasing the levels of norepinephrine, weight loss and additional antioxidant qualities.

Guarana- The active constituent of guarana is caffeine, which means that it should not be used alongside ephedrine as either a dietary aid or in order to stimulate performance. The American Food and Drug Administration has not tested its effectiveness or its purity as they do not class it as a drug. Guarana has many other names including Brazilian cocoa and may be a constituent of non alcoholic drinks imported from South America. Because of possible adverse reactions it is not recommended for anyone with a heart condition or who has kidney disease, high blood pressure or who suffers from anxiety.

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Horsetail Herb- Horsetail is a perennial herb that grows in sandy soil in the North America continent, Asia and Europe. Horsetail plants contain ancient lineage and are widely used in various roles. In the middle ages, the clumps of horsetail were employed as scouring pads that facilitates in iron cookware and hard pewter dishes cleaning. The horsetail has silicon content at highest levels and is significant in binding protein molecules as well as other connective tissues present in the human body. The horsetail properties as per clinical studies in Europe state that fractured or broken bones can be healed quicker if the patients take horsetail supplements. Horsetail reduces osteoporosis incidences and has health benefits linked. Athletes suffering from dislocated joints, sprains, torn ligament injuries can take advantage of getting cured by supplementing it with horsetail herb in their diet. The horsetail dosages are three tablets every day until it is completely healed. Bleeding problems can also be stopped if tea is consumed with this herb and similarly urinary problems can as well be treated.

Kola Nut has a euphoric and stimulating effect on the heart and central nervous system and produces a heightened state of euphoria and well-being.

L-Tyrosine is a protein non-essential building block Although non-essential it is important for the structure of body proteins. It has a direct effect on neurotransmitters.

Niacin is a vitamin that wards against pellagra, a disease characterized by a vitamin B3 deficiency. Niacin is made from pyridine and is often called vitamin B3 or nicotinamide, because they all three have similar formulas. Niacin and nicotinamide are comparable in make up, but only niacin works to lower cholesterol levels. The restoration of DNA is also known to be a positive side effect of taking niacin. A fairly large number of individuals, particularly those in third world countries or those suffering from alcoholism, have been shown to be lacking in niacin. Niacin is often taken as a supplement by those with high cholesterol levels, as it has been proven to lower “bad” cholesterol and raise “good” cholesterol.

Piper Nigrum(Black Pepper) or black pepper, which is a common spice, has medicinal properties. It is a tropical plant and India is the largest producer of Piper Nigrum. It possesses anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It acts as an antioxidant agent also. Black Pepper contains essential oil, which acts against intestinal flatulence and also stimulates sweating and urination. The essential oil found in Piper Nigrum stimulates stomach cells to produce HCl acid, which helps in digestion. Piper Nigrum also helps in absorption of certain essential micronutrients like coenzyme Q-10, beta-carotene and EGCG. Pepper has its contribution in Ayurvedic medicines also. Pepper seeds are used to prepare sinusitis relieving medicines. It also used for sore throat and dry cough.

Polygonum (Root)- Polygonum Multiflorum root is a magical herb that can take an aging person back to youthfulness. This longevity herb, which is also called as Fo Ti, is a typical Yin essence (Jing) tonic used to enhance energy and clean the blood. If consumed regularly, it serves as a powerful sexual tonic that is also believed to improve sperm production in men and enhance fertility in women. As per Chinese medicine, it can be used in all such tonics that are believed to nurture the teeth and hair. Polygonum is good for the kidney and liver functions too and thus important for general well being. It can prevent premature aging by fortifying the tendons, ligaments and bones. Its reputation for turning gray hair into black has made it extremely popular throughout Asia.

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Yerba Matte- The plant of the yerba maté, as yerba matte is actually called, is a small tree or a shrub which can grow up to a size of fifteen meters. The leaves and twigs have traditionally been used to brew a tea like concoction, which is still a very popular social beverage in South America. Yerba maté contains alcaloids that are very similar to caffeine, commonly referred to as xanthines, but also elements like manganese, magnesium and potassium. The main difference between yerba maté and coffee, for instance, is the effect it has on muscle tissue, where it appears to relax smooth muscle tissue, but stimulate heart tissue and that is why it is used in Leptopril. In other studies, yerba maté was found to work as a monoamine oxidase inhibitor, thereby professing antidepressant qualities.