Ephedra Causes Hypertension
What is Ephedra?
Ephedra, or ephedrine sulfate, is a naturally occurring substance derived from plants. Its principal active ingredient is ephedrine, which when chemically synthesized is regulated as a drug under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Thousands of adverse reactions were reported to the FDA. In recent years ephedra products have been [widely|wide|broadly] promoted to [boost|raise|hike|increase|advance|heighten] weight loss, sports performance, and energy. Products that contain ephedra are [banned|prohibited] from amateur sporting events, and [evidence|grounds] of ephedra on drug [testing|examination|scrutiny|exam|test] will [likely|probable|plausible|expected|probably|in all likelihood|in all probability] disqualify athletes from competition. You can find more information on ephedra at The Healthy Place.
Ephedra is often mixed with other thermogenics such as green tea extract or caffeine for the synergistic effect, leading to even more [effective|efficient] and fast fat loss. The major [assertion|statement|argument] is that ephedra diet pills aid in weight loss by increasing caloric [burn|burning|burn off] and suppressing the appetite. On [February|Feb] 6, 2004, the US Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) issued a final rule prohibiting the sale of dietary supplements containing ephedrine alkaloids ( ephedra ) because such supplements present an [unreasonable|excessive|undue] risk of illness or injury . Ephedra products can still be purchased from other countries and through some on-line retailers. A few examples of current diet pills containing ephedra include Ripped Power, Zenalean, Hydroxyslim and many more.
Ephedra and Hypertension
Ephedra is especially [risky|bad|high-risk|unsound] for people with heart disease or hypertension (high blood pressure) and for athletes and others who engage in [strenuous|straining] activity. In fact, scientific [evidence|grounds] has found that ephedra causes hypertension and shortness of breath, and in some cases, may lead to death. Supplements containing ephedra have been linked to heart attack, stroke, psychiatric problems and death. Any of these side effects could be devastating during pregnancy. By taking ephedra, you may be risking your life and the life of your unborn child.
Since the [banning|ban|prohibition|forbiddance|forbidding|banishment] of ephedra-containing products in 2004, a new wave of ephedra-free, herbal weight loss preparations has surfaced. Many of these products contain C. aurantium, a small, sour citrus fruit used to flavor Curacao, Cointreau, and Triple Sec. [CA|Calcium|Ca] has also been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat digestive problems.
Hypertension patients should avoid the use of Ephedra as it can [elevate|advance|raise|lift] systolic and diastolic blood [pressure|pressure level] (due to the Ephedrine content of Ephedra). Ephedra claims to suppress the appetite and stimulate metabolism leading to weight loss. Because it has a [stimulation|stimulant] effect, many side effects are [associated|connected|affiliated] with ephedra especially in combination with caffeine.
Conclusion
Very simple advice for anyone [currently|presently] taking ephedra products or contemplating taking them - USE AT YOUR OWN RISK! There are just too many [documented|authenticated] cases that support that ephedra can have [serious|dangerous|grave|grievous|severe|life-threatening] side effects especially for anyone with high blood [pressure|pressure level] or hypertension. After all, this supplement is [banned|prohibited] by the US Food and Drug Administration - why would you take the chance that this organization is mistaken? Don't [bet|wager] your life! See more information on Ephedrine and Its Use In Weight Loss.
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