Citrus Aurantium is a fruit from the citrus family. Although later replaced by the sweet orange in recognition, it has retained many practical uses both in home remedies and in food. Citrus Aurantium boosts up the metabolism, which converts fat deposits into energy. Extensive use may help to control weight and hold back the effects of obesity. It can work as an appetite suppressant to restrain overeating. Citrus Aurantium can help to reduce chest congestion and coughs. Citrus Aurantium is a potent energy booster.

Green Tea Extract comes from green tea leaves and has been shown to be a very effective supplement for many common ailments ranging from minor to life threatening. Green tea extract is known for its strong antioxidant qualities, making it popular amongst those who take an active role in ensuring their good health. In fact, green tea extract has twenty times more antioxidants than the same portion of Vitamin C, another clouted supplement for health aficionados. In addition to antioxidants, green tea extract is effective at fighting carcinogens and inflammation. Green tea extract is best known for fighting cancer when combined with other methods, for reducing inflammation, and for encouraging overall good physical health.

Kola Nut- The trees found in Africa have seed pods that are inherent with Kola nuts. In regions of western Africa and central Africa, Kola nut trees are commonly found and they tend to grow up to 18 meters in height which is a good 60 feet. Kola nut consists of caffeine and has acts as a powerful anti depressant and stimulant. Kola nuts importance has been realized mainly in western Africa. It is also useful in reducing indigestion, hunger and fatigue. In simple words, it functions as an aphrodisiac. According to tradition, Kola nuts are offered when someone enters their new house and it symbolizes hospitality and friendship. Kola nut can be easily found as there are several street vendors selling them at places such as the bus or train station.

Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid that plays an important role in the formation of proteins. It is converted into tyrosine in the body which stimulates the production of dopamine, epinephrine and norepinephrine. It helps treat and manage the symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), depression, and Parkinson’s disease. It also alleviates the symptoms from alcohol withdrawal. It also has the ability to reduce pains caused by osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Phenylalanine also treats vitiligo, a skin pigmentation disorder. Phenylalanine may also help in weight loss because it aids in suppressing the appetite and cravings, and at the same time, it promotes the production of energy.

Siberian Ginseng is also called eleutheros. These possess identical properties of Chinese ginseng, but are completely different. This is used as herbal remedy in Chinese medicine as well as in Russian folk medicine. Chinese prescribe this herb to enhance sexual and physical stamina as well as to restore natural balance in the body. This is as well a preventive medicine to avert flus and colds. This herb promotes immune system is apparent from the studies and this studies have proved to be advantageous as memory enhancement tool. It is best to consult the physician prior to taking any of these herbs. Nursing mothers or pregnant women having high blood pressure or sleeping disorders should not take eleuthero. Children are also not prescribed for the same. However, this herb is available in powders, tinctures, and pills or even dried to add to tea. This should be purchased from reputed manufacturers. The side effects caused are drowsiness, mild diarrhea, high blood pressure, vomiting and insomnia.

Yohimbe contains an alkaline called yohimbine. It releases a hormone that stimulates sexual organs and blood flow in the genitals known as norepinephrine. Yohimbe is known treatment for sexual dysfunctions such as male impotence. It also has aphrodisiac property that improves the libido for both men and women. Yohimbe also helps in weight loss by increasing lypolysis by enhancing the excretion of norephinephrine. It also has antioxidant properties. It may also improve and alleviate exhaustion and feebleness. Yohimbe also helps alleviate the mood by blocking the enzyme called monoamine oxidase that may cause depression. Yohimbe also causes vasodilation that helps lower blood pressure.