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Ingredients in the Akavar 20/50

Obesity is estimated to affect half of the populations of Western countries, and includes complications such as hypertension, diabetes and heart disease. Akavar 20/50 is one of many weight-loss supplements commercially available. Many of the ingredients of Akavar 20/50 have been clinically tested and have shown to be effective in weight control. However, always consult a health care professional when starting a weight-loss program.

  1. Ingredients of Akavar 20/50

    • Akavar 20/50 ingredients include yerbe maté, guarana, damiana, ginger, kola nut, ginseng, green tea, schisandra, cocoa nut, jujube, scutellaria, rice flour, magnesium stearate, cellulose, gelatin, silicon dioxide and titanium dioxide.

    Yerbe maté, Guarana and Damiana

    • The June 2001 issue of the "Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics" contained an article that investigated the weight-loss effects of yerbe maté, guarana and damiana, YGD, in a placebo-controlled clinical trial over 10 and 45 days. Researchers measured body weights of participants before and after treatment with three YGD capsules supplemented before each meal and compared them to those receiving a placebo taken with apple juice. Body weight was also recorded for up to 12 months following treatment. The study found that "stomach-emptying" occurred within 58 minutes, plus or minus 15 minutes, for those treated with YGD, but only 38 minutes, plus or minus 7.6 minutes, for those receiving the placebo. The authors concluded that YGD supplementation significantly increased the time required to empty gastric contents, thereby reducing the number of calories consumed by the study's participants. Additionally, they reported no significant regain of weight during the 12-month followup.

    The Safety and Efficacy of Ginger

    • An article appearing in the March 2007 issue of the "Journal of Medicinal Plants" investigated the safety and efficacy of ginger with rhubarb, astragulus, red sage and turmeric in the reduction of caloric intake. The researchers recruited more than 100 individuals of all ages and divided them into groups to receive dosages of 300 mg, 600 mg or a placebo. They measured food intake before the study began and at two week intervals. The study found that there was no significant reduction in food consumption after eight weeks and concluded that even though the ingredients were safe, there was no weight-loss benefit.

    Effects of Kola Nut

    • A study included in the May 2002 issue of the "International Journal of Obesity and Related Metabolic Disorders" examined the effects of kola nut, a natural source of caffeine, in a six-month, placebo-controlled study that measured weight loss, blood pressure and heart function. The study found a significant decrease in body mass, fat composition and LDL cholesterol levels as well as favorable changes in blood pressure and heart rates. The authors concluded that herbal sources of caffeine significantly reduced body weight and fat content without adverse reactions.

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