Chromium
Not to be confused with the industrial version, edible chromium is a mineral that is found in many foods in small quantities. Chromium has been shown to help with the body’s ability to lower blood sugar, and it’s also been shown to have an effect on food cravings and reducing the feeling of hunger. For those reasons, it’s believed that chromium may have a role to play in weight loss.
Caffeine
Caffeine is a stimulant that most of us are well aware of. It’s found in coffee, tea, and chocolate. It’s known to stimulate the brain and nervous system and plays a role in keeping you alert and putting off the effects of feeling tired. Small amounts of caffeine have been known to improve your mood, though more is not better in this case. It may also help to boost your metabolism and promote healthy fat burning. It also helps store glucose in muscles, allowing muscles to perform longer without reaching a level of exhaustion. Some studies have also shown that it has the ability to help lower the risk of heart disease.
L-Theanine
L-Theanine is an amino acid that is said to help ease anxious feelings, stress, and reduce insomnia. It may also play a role in improving the body’s immune system, and help to decrease upper respiratory tract infections. L-Theanine could also be beneficial for those who experience short-term high blood pressure, and it may help with reducing resting heart rate.
Banaba Leaf
The leaves of the Banaba tree have been traditionally used to treat diabetes in folk medicine for centuries. The tree is common to Southeast Asia, and many parts of it are used for their medicinal properties. One important property is that Banaba leaf may help control blood sugar levels, which is important for those with diabetes or prediabetes. It may also inhibit the formation of fat cells and molecules, which may lead to weight loss.
