Asian Ginseng (Panax ginseng), which is also called as Korean ginseng and Chinese ginseng, belongs to the same Araliaceae family that American ginseng and Siberian ginseng belong to. It is harvested in the fall and the root of plants, preferably above six years of age, is used for treating various conditions. These include erectile dysfunction, male infertility, and chronic fatigue syndrome. It is also believed that prolonged use of Asian ginseng can alleviate risk of some forms of cancer. However, failing to take it in recommended amounts may lead to certain side effects too and in rare instances, cause over-stimulation and insomnia. The risk of over-stimulation as well as gastrointestinal upset can be more if it is taken along with caffeine. Some women have also experienced menstrual abnormalities and breast tenderness after prolonged use of Asian ginseng.

Brown Seaweed Concentrate is used for its versatile properties in medical and cosmetic industry. Brown Seaweed contains a compound called fucoxanthin which promotes weight loss. Fucoxanthin stimulated fat-burning protein UCPI. UCPI increases the oxidation of fatty acids and releases energy thereby preventing accumulation of fat around the internal organs. Fucoxanthin also inhibits tumor growth and is showed to benefit in cancer. Brown Seaweed is traditionally used to flavor Asian soups and salads and is a good source of magnesium and zinc. It also has good anti-diabetic properties and also helps to reduce bad cholesterol levels. It is also used to detoxify skin and used as a face or body mask.

Caffeine is the most widely used legal stimulant of the central nervous system and is also used in SlimQuick, with characteristics that have been described as restoration of alertness and removing from drowsiness. Coffee, Tea, many soft drinks and energy drinks as well as nutrition supplements have this ingredient, which is a psychoactive substance, a xanthine alkaloid that can act as a adenosine receptor antagonist, as well as a phosphodiesterase inhibitor. Although regular use of caffeine seems to have nootropic effects, enhancing cognitive abilities, it also is known to provide long term effects on the nervous and cardiovascular system, like in one study it was proven that people with normal to low blood pressure have the possibility of developing a heart disease significantly reduced, as well as the chance of getting the Parkinson’s disease.

Calcium, a mineral vital to the human body, Calcium is necessary for many bodily functions, such as muscle contraction, and proper heart function.

Chaste Tree Extract is primarily used for women’s health. Its excellent medicinal properties help in balancing estrogen and progesterone production and to regulate menstruation in women. Also known as Monk’s pepper, it is used for menopausal bleeding irregularities, such as frequent or heavy bleeding. Though there is not much study available it is also used to relieve breast pain, to increase breast milk, uterine bleeding, and infertility in women. It’s also used to treat fibrocystic breast and helps in low libido, vaginal dryness and to decrease appetite, reduce flatulence, and improve sleep. Its also used in various multivitamin supplements to enhance women’s overall health.

Dandelion is a valuable herb possessing culinary as well as medicinal uses. Dandelion is a variable perennial growing to nearly 12 inches. They are spatula like leaves and are toothy, shiny and hairless. The stems of dandelion have bright yellow flowers. These flowers are light sensitive and opens only in the morning. Dandelion is opulent with vitamins A, B, C and D. it also has minerals like potassium, iron and zinc. The leaves of dandelion enhance the flavor to sandwiches, salads and teas. The flowers of dandelion are used in making wines and the roots are found as coffee substitutes. Dandelion leaves and roots as per traditional medicines were used in curing liver problems. The dandelion decoctions were used by the Native Americans to treat skin problems, kidney disease, heartburn, stomach upset and swelling. The Chinese practitioners used dandelion to cure appendicitis, digestive disorders and breast problems. Dandelion roots are used as digestive aid, appetite stimulant and for gallbladder and liver function.

Folic Acid produces healthy red blood cells and prevents anemia in both children and adults. It is especially important in pregnancy and infancy and is also believed to help in the prevention of cancer, stroke and heart disease.

Green Tea Extract comes from green tea leaves and has been shown to be a very effective supplement for many common ailments ranging from minor to life threatening. Green tea extract is known for its strong antioxidant qualities, making it popular amongst those who take an active role in ensuring their good health. In fact, green tea extract has twenty times more antioxidants than the same portion of Vitamin C, another clouted supplement for health aficionados. In addition to antioxidants, green tea extract is effective at fighting carcinogens and inflammation. Green tea extract is best known for fighting cancer when combined with other methods, for reducing inflammation, and for encouraging overall good physical health.

Hoodia Gordonii is a water retaining plant, also known as a succulent, which grows without leafs. Being native to the south of Africa, it has been in use for an indeterminable amount of time as an appetite suppressant. It is very easily identifiable, because the flowers of this plant have a rotten meat odor. The ingredient of the plant which is responsible for the appetite suppressing effects has been named P57. It is a steroidal glycoside which seems to act directly to the central nervous system’s mechanisms and supposedly raises the content of adenosine triphosphate in brain by at least a half. The effects of P57 in trials were registered as capable to reduce food intake by some fifty per cent on a daily basis.

Juniper Berry is utilized to help treat bladder infections.

L-Theanine is very commonly found in tea and is an amino acid, biochemically related to glutamine. The psychoactive properties of theanine are derived from the ability to cross the blood brain barrier. It has been proven that theanine can reduce stress, promote relaxation and improve alertness and mood when imbibed together with caffeine, a natural combination found in any tea, especially green tea. Gamma-aminobutyric acid levels are increased, when theanine is ingested or imbibed, as are serotonin and dopamine levels. It is believed that l-theanine is aiding the immune system by strengthening the capacity of delta T cells. Laboratory tests have proven that blood pressure reduction and lowering of 5-hydroxyindoles in the brain are promoted by theanine.

Phytosterols are cholesterol-like compounds that can be found in vegetable oils, nuts and legumes. They are sometimes referred to as “plant sterols”, Phytosterols belongs to a group of steroid alcohols, a phytochemical that occurs naturally in plants. Phytosterols reduces the cholesterol in the body. Phytosterols inhibits the synthesis of cholesterol, and reduces the absorption of cholesterol in the intestine. It helps reduce coronary heart disease. Phytosterols also helps fight and prevent cancers. It also benefits the immune system, fighting against HIV, flu, asthma, and chronic fatigue symptoms. It also has anti-inflammatory properties. It helps in controlling the production of inflammatory cytokines, and fights against rheumatism.

Rhodiola can help increase resistance against fatigue and can reduce stress. Classified as adaptogens among the herbs, it prevents different harmful impacts caused by physical and mental stress and illness. Rhodiola Rosea is particularly helpful for athletes because of its adaptogenic properties and its capability to enhance efficiency of mitochondrial respiration in skeletal muscle. It also improves mental work capacity and resists mental fatigue. Research has found that it helps protect against cancer. It can also be beneficial for people who suffer from high altitude sickness. Its intake can better endurance exercise capacity in young people and may also benefit people suffering from certain kinds of glucose level and cardiac conditions. Rhodiola Rosea helps prevent ischemic brain damage development.

Soy- A number of studies have showed effectiveness of soy in decreasing the risk of breast, colon, and prostate cancer. Soy contains many natural components that help protect against colon cancer. The soy components that provide protection against colon cancer are called isoflavones and saponins, which are found in soyfoods like soynuts, soymilk, and yellow and green soybeans. Research has shown that soy protein rich foods can also protect against prostate cancer by assisting promotion of healthier prostate tissues. Soy is rich in dietary fiber and have a low glycemic index enabling it to stabilize the levels of blood sugar. It also helps prevent heart diseases. Foods with high levels of soy protein are good for heart and also make bones strong.

Vitamin B12, or rather the Vitamin B complex, is a group of vitamins that are all soluble in water and very often coexist in food sources. While every single Vitamin from the B complex group has a name, they are very often referred to by the number added to the Vitamin B group name, like Vitamin B1, which is thiamine, or Vitamin B2, which is riboflavin. Some other compounds have been added to the Vitamin B group at some time, but were later dropped, like adenine, orotic acid or adenosine monophosphate, where later research found that they are either synthesized by the human body or simply no Vitamins. Vitamin B complex supports the metabolism rate, maintains muscle tone and skin, raises functions of the nervous system and the immune system, promotes red blood cells and cell growth and division and much more.

Vitamin B6 is one of the most important vitamins that play an essential role in the development and keeping the immune system healthy. Vitamin B6 is water soluble that contains pyridoxal, pyridoxine, and pyridoxamine. It is needed by the body in various functions such as red blood cell metabolism and conversion of the amino acid tryptophan to the vitamin niacin. It is also important in ensuring the efficient function of the nervous and immune systems. It helps manufacture proteins and neurotransmitters, haemoglobin, and prostaglandins. It also helps balance the hormones. Vitamin B6 is known to help give relief to women suffering from menopausal symptoms, and premenstrual syndromes. It also helps reduce the incidence of breast cancer.

Vitamin D- The fast soluble vitamin D is perhaps the most underrated nutrient that is produced when sunlight touches the skin. But it is extremely vital for bone health, as without it the body cannot absorb the calcium that you may provide it in the form of supplements. With the advent of beauty products with high sun protection factor, this nutrient is becoming less available to our bodies. Even weaker sunscreens with just SPF-8 prevent the body considerably from producing vitamin D. Diseases such as arthritis, diabetes, certain cancers, multiple sclerosis, and even schizophrenia may stem from deficiency of this vitamin. You can provide vitamin D to your body through supplements and foods like mushrooms, tuna, eggs, dark green leafy vegetables, salmon, sardines, mackerel, fortified dairy products and cereals, yoghurt, and milk.

Vitamin K- The lipophillic, hydrophobic vitamins needed for the posttranslational modification of certain proteins is denoted by the Vitamin K. It is required mostly for blood coagulation. K3, K4 and K5 are the three types of synthetic Vitamin K that are used in many areas. Pet food industry makes use of Vitamin K3 whereas Vitmanin K5 is used to inhibit fungal growth. The main sources of vitamin K are spinach, cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage and a few fruits like kiwifruit and avocado. Recent research shows that vitamin K helps in increasing bone mass. Research also shows that the consumption of vitamin K helps in promoting osteotrophic processes while at the same time slowing the osteoclastic processes. This process is done by achieving the calcium bonding in the bones.

Yerba Matte- The plant of the yerba maté, as yerba matte is actually called, is a small tree or a shrub which can grow up to a size of fifteen meters. The leaves and twigs have traditionally been used to brew a tea like concoction, which is still a very popular social beverage in South America. Yerba maté contains alcaloids that are very similar to caffeine, commonly referred to as xanthines, but also elements like manganese, magnesium and potassium. The main difference between yerba maté and coffee, for instance, is the effect it has on muscle tissue, where it appears to relax smooth muscle tissue, but stimulate heart tissue and that is why it is used in SlimQuick. In other studies, yerba maté was found to work as a monoamine oxidase inhibitor, thereby professing antidepressant qualities.