Coleus forskohlii, known as forskolin, is a supplement, found in the root of the tropical plant, plectranthus barbatus. Forskolin is a traditional Ayurvedic herb that, for centuries, has been a part of Indian medicine. Forskolin has been used to treat a variety of diseases including hypothyroidism, heart disease, and respiratory disorders. Recently, studies have shown that using Forskolin may also stimulate fat burning enzymes which can generate weight loss.
How Does Forskolin Help You Lose Weight?
Forskolin stimulates the production of cyclic AMP, a molecule that facilitates communication between cells within the body. It increases a hormone-sensitive enzyme called lipase and releases a thyroid hormone that burns fat and colories, which may result in weight loss.
Used as directed, forskloin can be an effective component of any weight management program. A longer list of the benefits of forskolin include:
- fat burner
- lean body mass
- reduced belly fat
- mood elevator
- anti-allergy agent
- bronchodilator
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