Forskolin+(Coleus+Forskohlii)

=Generalities= Coleus roots contain forskolin. However, other key substances are also thought to be contained in this plant. It is therefore preferable to use the whole plant w/ a standardized extract of 1%, for example.

=Mode of Action and Properties= Increases the breakdown of stored fat (through lipolysis) by promoting the synthesis of an important cellular messenger: cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP). This messenger is an extremely important cellular regulator. It inhibits the platelet activation and degranulation, inhibits the production of histamine, increases the strength of heart muscle contactions, relaxes the arteries and other smooth muscle, increases the functions of insulin secretion, the thyroid and lipolysis (breakdown of fats)

=Indications= -Weight Loss

=Contraindications= None Known

=Precautions= None Known

=Sources= -Coleus Forskohlii

=Therapeutic Dose= 20-50mg./day w/ 18% forskolin or the whole plant with 1% forskolin