Metabolism Drug Induced Weight Loss with Ephedrine

Metabolism Drug Induced Weight Loss Can Be Effective, But Are You Aware Of The Risks?

Ephedrine, which is a drug that effects the body's metabolism, and other drugs like it have been known to help burn fat, fast! A  degree of risk is, of course, associated with the use of these drugs. So you may ask, “How does their effectiveness compare to the risks of use?” or “How can you minimize the chances of side effects?”.

What are metabolism drugs that are Ephedrine-based?

Ephedrine comes from the ephedra plant, a perennial bush that has many different species and grows in many different places, such as certain regions of Asia, Europe, North America and South America.

Some ephedra varieties, such as the ones that grow in Asia and Europe, contain ephedrine alkaloids, or EA's, and Ephedrine is the major EA.

Ephedrine has been used in China for more than 5,000 years to treat health issues such as asthma, fevers, colds, and sometimes even malaria.

You can purchase Ephedrine is pill, liquid, and even bar form.

Often times, Ephedrine products are mixed with caffeine, aspirin, and different types of herbs that are considered to assist with the process of burning fat.

Caffeine has been known to boosts and extend the effects of Ephedrine, which is why it is often added. This is especially true when it comes to weight loss. Adding up to 240mg of caffeine a day, combined with the use of Ephedrine, makes for a longer lasting effect.

Aspirin has been known to reduce the amount of ephedrine that is excreted through the urinary tract, making it stay in the blood stream longer. Adding aspirin, however, also adds to the risks of taking Ephedrine.

Working Mechanisms

Ephedrine works by boosting the production of both epinephrine and norepinephtine in the body. These natural chemicals are known to trigger the sympathetic nervous system to get ready to either escape a situation or battle, this is also referred to as the “fight or flight” response.

Symptoms associated with this reaction include:

- an increase in heart rate
- an increase in force of the heart's contractions
- an increased blood flow to t he brain
- an increase in blood pressure
- an increase in calorie-burning, basal metabolic rate, and body heat production.

So basically, what ephedrine does, in relation to weight loss, is help burn calorie, slightly speed up the body's metabolism, and help to suppress the appetite by affecting how the brain regulates hunger and satiation.

Numerous people have reported that Ephedrine has helped them to achieve their wright-loss goals. One women reported that, after adding a supplement that contained Ephedrine to her diet and workout regimen, it was easier for her to lose abdominal fat. So therefore, Ephedrine can be used effectively to assist with weight loss, as long as your workout plan includes a healthy, balanced diet and it is taken in low to moderate amount so that you can avoid any unwanted side effects.

Side Effects

In general, you are more likely to see adverse reactions to this drug the older you are and the more pre-existing medical conditions that you have. This is especially the case if the medical conditions include the cardiovascular or central nervous system.

Most commonly reported side-effects:

- An increase in blood pressure
- Irregularities of heart rate
- Heart Attacks
- Headaches
- Insomnia, trouble sleeping
- Anxiety, nervousness, and depression
- Tremors
- Seizures
- Strokes

If you are using products that contain both ephedrine and caffeine, you need to make sure that you keep track of any other caffeine that you ingest throughout the day. You should drink a lot of water and limit your intake pf caffeine to about 300mg a day, which is about equal to a 6 ounce cup of regular coffee.

Most people do not have any serious side effects from using Ephedrine. But, if you find that your body is not tolerating the use of this drug, you should stop using it.

How Much?

In order to find the correct dosage for you, you need to know how much active ephedra alkaloid is contained in the product. This can vary greatly from one product to another.