Ephedra to lose weight ?

Ephedra reduces appetite and stimulates fat metabolism, making it very effective as weight-loss supplement. The active compound in Ephedra (Ma Huang) is ephedrine. Ephedrine increases the metabolic rate, so that your body burns fats and sugar more efficiently. By mobilizing stored fat and carbohydrate reserves, ephedrine reduces your appetite.

Ephedra in the US

In the US, ephedra is sold as dietary supplements called Metabolife and MetaboMax. By and large, the only active ingredients in these preparations are ephedrine and caffeine. If you buy your own ephedra ephedra and drink a cup of coffee (or guarana-tea) you can save about 50%.

How to use Ephedra

The best way to keep unwanted weight off remains reducing your food intake and increasing your daily physical activity. While ephedra is no wonder drug, it can be a valuable aid in helping you get though your chosen diet and exercise regimen. Please read the articles below for more information.

Hobbs, L., Ephedrine & Caffeine: The Ideal Diet Pill? - scientific data on the benefits of ephedrine for weight-loss and life extension

Ephedra and other tricks to lose weight - ephedra and some simple tips for losing weight

Meeker & Hekler, Use and abuse of Ephedra - ephedra and other weight-loss products, a balanced article

ZAP, The ECA Stack - a personal story, ephedra for weight-loss and anabolic conditioning

Prevost, M., The Role of Caffeine, Ephedrine and Asprin - muscle development and fat reduction by stimulating the ß-adrenergic system, the role of caffeine, ephedrine and asprin

Ma Huang- using ephedra to stop smoking and for weight-loss