Metabolism – everyone has one, everyone works differently, why can some people lose weight quickly and others have to work hard?

Metabolism is a range of biochemical process that occurs in our bodies.  In other words, it turns what we eat into energy our bodies require.

Herbs that are used to stimulate the metabolic system can assist in restoring your bodies metabolism to its optimum function some of these are Bladderwrack, Coleus, Gymnema, Korean Ginseng, Globe Artichoke.

Fucus vesiculosis commonly known as Bladderwrack main actions are antiobesity, and a thyroid stimulant caution should be exercised when taking this if you are pregnant or suffer from Hypothyroidism.

Coleus forskohlii commonly known as Coleus main actions are antiobesity, hypotensive, digestive stimulant but to name a few.  It has been used for a long time to assist in weight loss, for those suffering Metabolic Syndrom x, Hyopthyroidsm to name a few. Caution should be exercised in patients taking hypotensives and antiplatelet drugs and those who have a peptic ulcer.

Gymnema sylvestre commonly known as  Gymnema primary actions are Antidiabetic, hypoglycaemic, antiobesity but to name a few, it has many other actions but we will focus on these for this blog.  It has been utilized for patients that are diabetic, insulin resistance, have Metabolic Syndrome X and those with elevated triglycerides.  This herb is particular cleaver in curbing those sweet cravings and has no know interactions to date.

Cynara scolymus commonly referred to as Globe Artichoke herbal actions are Hypoglycaemic, antidiabetic and commonly indicating in assisting with weight loss and symptoms of Metabolic Syndrome X.   Caution should be used in patients that are on antidiabetic medications and insulin.  And if you are one of these you should see your Herbalist about what is right for you.

Panax ginseng is commonly known as Korean Ginseng its herbal actions are immune modulating, adaptogenic, cognition-enhancing plus many more.  It is commonly used in patients that suffer from fatigue, wants to improve physical and mental performance and Type 2 Diabetes.  Caution should be used in those with acute states and CNS (central nervous system) stimulants such as caffeine.

Are you wondering where you can get these from most are available through booking online with you Herbalist or Naturopath, who will ensure the dosage is right for you and make sure there is no interactions with your current medication regime.