The search for and choice of a method of losing weight is sometimes very long, difficult and individual. After all, „by trial and error“ you have to find out which methods are effective and useful, and which ones do not suit you or are generally harmful. But you want to lose weight fast and easily …
So now, let's talk about this kind of sports nutrition, like fat burners . You probably already heard about them from all sorts of advertising and on the radio, and on television. And, the whole internet is full of them. Are they effective, as demonstrated by smart, happy girls who advertise them? What are they made of and how safe? What are they?
The concept of fat burners
Weight loss – are drugs designed to reduce body fat and to give relief to muscles. It is believed that, plus everything, fat burners increase concentration and stamina during training.
Such a formulation will most likely please many dreaming of losing weight. However, there is one very important point – fat burners do not work without regular exercise . In other words, to lose weight only with the help of these drugs, while lying on the couch, will not work. Why?
We will tell you how this type of sports nutrition works:
1. The main task of fat burners is to stimulate metabolism. The drugs increase the rate of metabolic processes, but only by 10-15%. 2. Another, very important function for weight loss , is suppressing appetite , while the person will feel a surge of energy. How come?
The fact is that fat burners, by affecting the cleavage of fat molecules, help to convert fat into free energy. In addition, the drugs contain caffeine. Because of all this, energy is added to the body! But it needs to be used up – give the organ and the physical load zmu! It is at its expense that calories accumulated over a long period of time are burned , which have a negative effect on the figure. That is why it is very important to combine the intake of fat burners with training.
Varieties
The fat burners are classified according to the components of the preparation and the functions they perform. Preparations are made mainly from natural components – various plants and herbs.
Thermogenics – increase body temperature by 0.5-2 degrees. at physical loading the organism for the maintenance starts to use the collected fats, owing to what they and are „burned“.
Suppressors of appetite – the name speaks for itself, their action is directed to the oppression of the center of hunger.
Diuretics – remove excess fluid from the body;
Lipotropics – block the synthesis of fat in the liver and break down fatty tissues to fatty acids.
Blockers of carbohydrate assimilation – interfere with the absorption of carbohydrates in the intestine.
The mechanisms of action of fat burners are directed, as we see, not only to fat burning, but also to its accumulation in the body. To increase the effectiveness recommend combining different types of these drugs, but such decisions should be taken together with your doctor. Let's go to a more detailed examination of the components that are part of the fat burners:
Composition
Caffeine
Caffeine is one of the most popular ingredients found in most fat-burning preparations. This is a classic psychomotor stimulant, aimed at suppressing appetite and excitation of the nervous system, with its help, accelerates metabolism. You ask why not just drink coffee or tea. But for quality fat burning, complex preparations are used, which are designed so that caffeine is absorbed better.
It is recommended to take caffeine an hour before training. But do not abuse it – caffeine causes physical and mental dependence, can adversely affect the work of the cardiovascular system.
Yohimbine
Yohimbine is an extract of Yohimbe tree bark. It is known that some body mechanisms, especially in women, put off fat, so to speak, „in reserve.“ This is especially noticeable on the abdomen and hips. Yohimbine blocks the action of this mechanism, as a result of which the fatty tissue disintegrates. In addition, the drug stimulates the release of the hormone norepinephrine into the bloodstream, which in turn increases heart rate and blood pressure. It gives a rush of strength and vigor, but it can be dangerous for people with heart problems.
Green Tea Extract
Extract of green tea – rich in antioxidants and catechins. Catechins can speed up the metabolism and block the feeling of hunger. To get the expected effect, it will not be enough to just drink green tea, this type of preparations contain a higher dose of catechins.
L-Carnitine
L-Carnitine – an amino acid, contains a lot of vitamins, in the body it is synthesized by the liver and kidneys. It is one of the most effective „utilizers“ of fat: thanks to the action of L-carnitine, fat is transformed into energy.
This increases work capacity, fatigue decreases with prolonged physical exertion, metabolic processes are activated. The component is a natural remedy with an anabolic effect and, in addition, it stimulates the immune system. The drug has virtually no side effects.
Nargenin
Nargenin is a natural compound found in grapefruit . Its function is simple – to slow the decay of caffeine in the body, so it is often recommended to wash down fat burners with grapefruit juice.
Ephedra
Ephedra (ephedrine) – at the moment, the forbidden component , and its prohibition still causes a lot of controversy. The compound accelerates the metabolism without increasing the pulse and blood pressure.
Synephrine
Synephrine is an extract from wild oranges . The structure and functions are similar to the banned ephedrine. However, there is an opinion that its effectiveness is much lower than ephedra.
Bromelain
Bromelain extract of pineapple . It is aimed at the acceleration of metabolism and the better absorption of proteins. They are used mainly for making fat burners for women. Almost no side effects.
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) – has diuretic properties , that is, its main function is to remove excess fluid. Participates in lipid metabolism, significantly improves the absorption of unsaturated fatty acids, regulates the exchange of proteins.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C – the strongest antioxidant, which detoxifies free radicals , destroying muscle tissue. according to experiments, vitamin C is an auxiliary component to reduce the fatty layer in the body.
Catalysts
There are also many supplements in the form of vitamins and trace elements that will help in the difficult process of fat burning. For example, Omega-3 fats are not part of fat burners, but are taken as a separate food additive. Natural sources of these valuable fats are fish (tuna, salmon, halibut), nuts, seeds (pumpkin seeds). It is believed that Omega-3 fats help the body to remove unnecessary fat reserves, recently this supplement is increasingly used in programs designed to reduce weight.
Effective for burning fat are considered, and trace elements such as selenium, zinc, calcium , which are in a certain dosage needed by our body.
Caveats
It will be important to repeat it again – without physical exertion, fat burners are not only ineffective, but also harmful. As you have already noticed, most of the components are aimed at splitting fat and transforming it into energy, provided that it is spent on training!
We also emphasize your need to consult a doctor before taking medications!
Self-combination of fat burners can lead to the undermining of your health. After all, you may be allergic to any components, or they can badly affect your health if you have certain chronic diseases.
Admission of fat burners is not recommended for diabetics and people with diseases of the cardiovascular system.
If you feel unwell while taking the medication, you have nausea, dizziness, tremor, irritability, exhaustion or other unpleasant symptoms, stop using supplements and consult a doctor.
Thermogenic preparations and diuretics should be taken before meals, washed down with plenty of water so that there is no dehydration of the body. In parallel, you need to drink multivitamin complexes, because the body loses a lot of useful substances.
Refrain from the use of prohibited or questionable drugs, drugs where the composition is not specified or dosages are not described.
Combine the use of fat burners with training, because sports will bring you 90% success. Fat burners are not a panacea or a miracle pill, they are just good helpers for achieving your goal.
