Coleus Forskohlii and Forskolin Mechanism of action.

Brief Coleus forskohlii Supplement Applications.:

Coleus Forskohlii Extract CAS 66575-29-9 66428-89-5 photo picture image Forskolin is an extract from the roots of the Coleus forskohlii which directly activates the adenylate cyclase and raises cAMP(Cyclic Adenosine Monophosphate) levels in a variety of tissues.

Physiological, biochemical and clinical effects of forskolin include the following:

Scientists have, in fact, studied the effects of coleus for over 15 years and have found an abundance of benefits, including bodyfat reduction and lean body mass enhancement. However, scientists are only now beginning to show how these effects occur in the real world. While more research is indeed needed (as is the case for many supplements), these theories and initial clinical studies adequately support its claimed benefits. Still, there is apparently some even more exciting research on the horizon.

Platelets: inhibition of aggregation
Red blood cells: prevention of membrane lipids peroxidation in hyperglycemia
Adipocytes: increased lipolysis
Pancreas: potentiation of insulin secretion
Thyroid: increase/potentiation THS, T3, T4
HPA axis: increase in CRH, ACTH, steroid genesis
Leydig cells: testosterone production

Controlling Blood pressure:Lowers blood pressure Treats muscle cramps,stomach cramps,menstrual cramps (as a muscle relaxer)

Cardiovascular system: positive inotropic, chronotropic, and hypotensive effects, and improved coronary blood flow and myocardial functions
Respiratory tract: broncholytic, and anti-asthmatic
Congestive heart failure and angina.
Genitourinary tract: treatment of vasculogenic impotency in men
Eye: decrease in intraocular pressure
Skin: management of cellulite, and psoriasis

Improving cAMP levels without any side effects.
Promotes weight loss,fat loss
Increases lean body mass (muscle)
Improves emotional outlook
Relieves depression Reduces allergies
Asthma (as an anti-histamine)
Treatment for glaucoma (by relieving intraocular pressure via eye drops)

Forskolin (7 beta-acetoxy-8, 13-epoxy-1 alpha,6 beta,9 alpha-trihydroxy-labd-14-ene-11-one) is the main active ingredient in the Ayurvedic herb Coleus forskohlii. Coleus is a member of the mint family and grows in subtropical areas in India, Burma, and Thialand. Forskolin has been extensively researched in the medical field for use in the treatment of allergies, respiratory problems, cardiovascular diseases, glaucoma, psoriasis, hypothyroidism and weight loss. Forskolin increases Cyclic AMP and appears to have additional actions that are due to its ability to alter a number of membrane transport proteins.

New application for Coleus forskohlii: reducing body fat while maintaining lean body mass. While the use of forskolin containing Coleus forskohlii extracts for increasing lean body mass, fat loss and weight loss is a topic that is receiving increased attention of late, it should be noted that this application is covered by a U.S. patent granted to Sabinsa Corp. the use of which claims apply exclusively to the ForsLean? brand of Coleus extracts.

Reference:

1.Coleus Forskohlii and Forskolin Mechanism of action.

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♣ last edit date:20th,Oct.2010.