Originally found
in Oxygen’s Nutrition Special 2005, page 67.
A B C D E F G H J K L M
O P Q R S T V W Z OTHER
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Acetyl L-carnitine Improves mental health, enhances
memory
Acidophilus Prevents and combats yeast infections, aids in intestine
health, prevents canker sores
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B-12 Increases fromation of red blood cells, recommended
for strict vegetarians and vegans
B-complex
vitamins Help metabolism, increase energy
Beta-carotene Prevents certain cancers, enhances immunity, enhances
eye health
Black
cohosh root Alleviates symptoms of PMS and menstrual
cramps, eases congestion, works as an anti-inflammatory
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Caffeine Increases aerobic performance, works as anargogenic
aid
Calcium Builds strong bones and teeth, aids muscle function,
helps fat loss
Carnitine Enhances fat metabolism, improves cardiovascular performance
Chasteberry Eases PMS symptoms and menstrual disorders, regulates
ovulation to promote fertility
Chitosan Hinders fat absorption, lowers cholesterol
Chromium Regulates glucose metabolism, helps build muscle tissue,
aids in fat loss
Co-enzyme
Q10 Antioxidant, aids with heart conditions and kidney
treatment
Coleus
forskohlii Lowers blood pressure, decreases muscle spasms
Collagen
hydrolysate Helps regenerate and build cartilage, pain
reliever
Colostrum Improves body composition, enhances recovery after exercise
Copper Strengthens joints, boosts immune system
Cranberry
extract Improves urinary tract health
Curcumin Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, slows cancer cell development
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Digestive enzymes (plant enzymes) Assists in digestion,
reduces inflammation and pain
Dimethylaminoethanol
(DMAE) Memory and mood enhancer
Dong
quai Eases PMS symptoms, relieves menstrual cramps and
hot flashes
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Echinacea Improves immune function, treats colds and
flu
Evodiamine May suppress appetite, influences metabolism of certain
medications
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Fenugreek seeds Digestive aid, reduces blood sugar
levels
Fiber Boosts intestinal health, improves regularity, lowers
blood sugar, strengthens immune system
Fish
oil Provides essential fatty acids, prevents heart disease,
supports healthy brain function, helps repair joints
Flaxseed
oil Provides essential fatty acids, anticarcinogen,
strengthens the heart
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Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) Anti-inflammatory; strengthens
nails, hair and skin
Ginkgo
biloba Improves concentration, enhances memory, impotence
treatment
Ginseng Improves aerobic capacity, enhances reaction time, strengthens
immune system
Glucosamine Aids joint and cartilage repair
Glutamine May temporarily fight colds in endurance athletes
Green
tea extract Antioxidant, may protect against osteoporosis,
aids in relaxation
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Hydroxycitric acid (HCA) Inhibits carb to fat conversion,
uses fat for energy during exercise, appetite suppressant
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Kava kava Short-term reliever of anxiety, aids relaxation
and sleep
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-L-
Lecithin Improves mental health, neurological integrity,
promotes healthy liver
L-theanine Improves relaxation, lowers blood pressure
Lutein Improves eye health, prevents thickening of arteries
Lycopene Anticarcinogen, powerful antioxidant
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-M-
Maca (lepidium meyenii) Increases energy, libido boost
Magnesium Strengthens muscles, may help prevent migraines
Melatonin Regulates sleep, improves immune system, fights jet
lag
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Octopamine Burns fat, treats chest congestion
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Phenylalanine Used in treatment of depression, pain
reliever
Phosphate
salts Aids metabolism, enhances exercise performance
Potassium Helps to regulate electrolytes, lowers blood sugar
Protein
powders Supplies vital amino acids, helps muscle repair
and growth, increases lean muscle mass
Pyruvate Helps to reduce body fat, produces energy, increases
endurance
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-Q-
Quercetin Relieves allergies and asthma, improves
coronary health
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Rhodiola rosea Eliminates fatigue, enhances performance,
decreases depression
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SAMe (S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine) Mood enhancer, slows
progression of arthritis
Selenium Required for thyroid hormone metabolism, prevents cancer
Sesamin Antioxidant, enhances liver function, helps to maintain
healthy blood pressure, protects liver
Shiitake
mushroom extract Improves immune system, lowers cholesterol
Sodium
bicarbonate Improves anaerobic metabolism
St.
John’s wort Imporves mood, eases depression, anti-inflamatory
Synephrine
(citrus aurantium) Increases metabolic rate, fat burner,
increases energy levels
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Taurine Increases strength, regulates heartbeat, maintains
cell membranes, building block for amino acids
Tyrosine Enhances mood, increases energy, speeds metabolism,
improves memory
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Valerian root Eases insomnia, stress and anxiety
Vinpocetine Aids circulation, enhances mental function
Vitamin
C Improves appearance of aging or sun-damaged skin,
strengthens immune system, eases cold and flu
Vitamin
E Replenishes skin, aids recovery during weight training,
aids circulation
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White kidney bean extract (Phaseolus
vulgaris) Prevents
the digestion of complex carbs
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-Z-
Zeaxanthin Antioxidant, improves eye health
Zinc Improves symptoms of acne, improves overall immunity
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5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) Reduces stress, aids sleep
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