Daily Archives: December 24, 2013

Ephedrine: Weight loss In Animals

Posted on December 24, 2013 by Robert Barrington

Ephedrine is the main bioactive alkaloid found in plants of the genus Ephedra (Ephedra sinica, Ephedra intermedia, Ephedra equisetina). Pseudoephedrine is the synthetic version of ephedrine. Both are structurally related to amphetamine and both possess amphetamine-like effects. The Chinese have … Continue reading →

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Fish Oils for Heart Health

Posted on December 24, 2013 by Robert Barrington

Evidence supports a role for dietary fish oils in the prevention of cardiovascular disease. When the fatty acids docosahexaenoic acid (DHA, C22:6 (n-3)) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA, C20:5 (n-3)) are included in the diet, they alter several mechanisms that may … Continue reading →

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