Catalyst Chromium Picolinate FormulaCatalyst Formula™ is a blood sugar balancing formula which combines the effectiveness of chromium and gurmar. Central to the overall action of Catalyst Formula™ is its ability to impact the metabolism and promote new levels of activity. Catalyst Formula™ will amplify the effects of lifestyle change as we eat better, exercise more and drink plenty of pure water. Seeing results keeps determination strong!
Catalyst Formula is an important part of weight management. Chromium picolinate increases glucose metabolism, while glucose balance is promoted by gurmar, an herb from India famed for its action in stabilizing blood sugar.
Ingredients include:Gymnema Sylvestre
Properties and uses: Gymnema Sylvestre is used in the treatment of obesity and diabetes in Indian medicine. The main activity in Gymnema Sylvestre is due to the presence of a brittle black, somewhat complex, acidic resin known as gymnemic acid and a gulcoside known as hentriacontane.
Bodily influences: Most studies confirm the blood sugar lowering or antidiabetic property of Gymnema. The word "control" best describes the action of Gymnema on blood sugar and diabetes. It is not a cure and does not substitute for proper dietary habits or medication but its use will help to keep blood sugar levels within acceptable limits.
Panax Ginseng
Properties and uses: Chinese ginseng (Panax ginseng) contains several saponins (hormone-like-substances), some of which have a sedative effect and some are stimulating, therefore ginseng has an overall adoptogenic effect enabling anyone taking it to better withstand stress. Used in Chinese medicine as a tonic and toner for the body, promotes mental and physical vigor, stamina, endurance and metabolism. Considered as a digestive and "chi" tonic. Mildly stimulates the central nervous system; also helpful in menopause problems such as hot flashes and irregular periods. Used in many programs to regenerate and rebuild sexual centers. Impotency and low sperm count have been corrected by using Panax ginseng. Despite its Latin name Panax, meaning panacea, it is not universally applicable in every illness. It should not be used during any acute inflammatory disease. Moreover, in China, ginseng is rarely used on its own; but is usually combined with other herbs that temper its powerful nature.
Bodily influences: Aphrodisiac, demulcent, nervine, stimulant and stomachic .
Cysteine
Properties and uses: Cysteine helps to detoxify harmful toxins; thereby protecting and preserving the cells. Cysteine is a precursor to glutathione. One of the best free radical destroyers. In addition to protecting the cells from the harmful effects of radiation, it protects the liver and brain from damage due to alcohol and cigarette smoke. Cysteine has a chelating effect, removing excess copper from the body, and is recommended in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Cysteine also promotes the burning of fat and the building of muscle. Cysteine may increase toxicity of monosodiumglutamate in individuals who suffer from the "Chinese Restaurant Syndrome".
Bodily influences: Builds muscle, burns fat, protects against toxins, and combats arthritis.
Aspartic Acid
Properties and uses: Because aspartic acid increases stamina, it is good for fatigue. Chronic fatigue could result from low levels of aspartic acid due to lowered cellular energy. This amino acid also protects the liver by aiding in the removal of excess ammonia from the body. Aspartic acid combines with other amino acids to form molecules that absorb toxins and remove them from the bloodstream. Aspartic acid aids in all cell functions and RNA/DNA formation.
Bodily influences: Increases stamina, protects liver, aids RNA/DNA function. Bodily influences: Increases stamina, protects liver, aids RNA/DNA function.
Glutamic Acid
Properties and uses: Glutamic Acid (Glutamate) increases firing of neurons in the nervous system. It metabolizes sugars and fats, and detoxifies ammonia when used with glutamine. This amino acid also helps to correct personality disorders. Besides glucose, glutamic acid is the only compound used for brain fuel. The brain converts glutamic acid to a compound that regulates brain cell activity.
Bodily influences: Brain fuel, metabolizes sugars, fats and detoxifies. Bodily influences: Brain fuel, metabolizes sugars, fats and detoxifies.
Glycine
Properties and uses: Glycine retards muscle degeneration by supplying additional creatine. It is necessary for central nervous system function and a healthy prostate. Its inhibitory action helps prevent epilepsy. This amino acid has been used in the treatment of bipolar depression. Glycine is needed by the immune system for the synthesis of the nonessential amino acids. Too much of this amino acid can displace glucose in the metabolic chain and cause fatigue. The proper amount produces more consistent energy.
Bodily influences: Protects muscles, aids central nervous system, and helps prevent epilepsy.
Glutathione
Properties and uses: Glutathione is a powerful antioxidant that inhibits the formation of free radicals. It protects against damage from cigarette smoke and radiation. It also helps to reduce the effects of chemotherapy and x-rays; also combats alcohol poisoning. Used as a detoxifier of metals and drugs; aids in the treatment of blood and liver disorders.
Bodily influences: Antioxidant Bodily influences: Antioxidant Bodily influences: Antioxidant
Chromium Picolinate
Properties and uses: The ability of chromium picolinate to reduce body fat while retaining lean muscle mass, may well be the key to breaking the discouraging cycle of "yo-yo" dieting. The reason dieters frequently regain the weight they have lost is because much of the loss resulted from a reduction of muscle and organ tissue which inevitably lowers the metabolic rate. This lowered metabolism makes it almost impossible to keep the weight off. When a person loses weight, both fat and muscle tissue are shed. When the weight is put back on, it tends to be made up of a greater proportion of fat and less muscle, leaving the person FATTER than ever.
Chromium picolinate is very effective because it incorporates picolinic acid, a natural mineral transporter produced in the human liver and kidney.
Bodily influences: Chromium has been shown to: promote glucose metabolism, help insulin regulate blood sugar, decreases insulin requirements and improves glucose tolerance of some people with maturity-onset diabetes. Researchers estimate that two out of every three Americans are either hypoglycemic, prehypoglycemic or diabetic. The ability to maintain normal blood sugar levels is jeopardized by the lack of chromium in our soil and water supply and by a diet high in refined white sugar, flour and junk foods. The addition of chromium picolinate to anyone's diet and/or physical exercise program could be the answer to many problems associated with sugar/energy and fat/muscle "yo-yo" programs of the past.
Studies have shown that people obtained significant results lowering total cholesterol and esp. low-density lipoprotein (the "bad" cholesterol) when supplementing chromium picolinate.
Amount per capsule Chromium (as chromium nicotinate, chromium picolinate) 300 mcg Gymnema (leaf) (Gymnema sylvestre) 380 mg Korean Ginseng (root) 20 mg Vanadium (as vanadyl sulfate) 35 mcg Other Ingredients:
Gelatin
Rice Bran
Magnesium stearate
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