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Cissus
The CardioTrim line of
nutritional products contains Cissus
(CQR-300), a standardized, patented extract of the
Cissus quadrangularis plant.
The latest human clinical study shows
that this extract of Cissus is beneficial in promoting weight loss, heart health,
blood sugar control and many other positive health benefits.
Cissus quadrangularis is a medicinal and culinary plant native to
India and Africa.
Cissus has been used for centuries by traditional healers to treat bone
fractures, stomach ailments, digestive problems and ear and eye diseases.
Cissus is also listed by the USDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture) as an
edible vegetable. Recent studies have shown that Cissus naturally contains a
high amount of vitamin C, carotene A, and calcium.
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Cissus and
Heart Health
Cissus decreased cholesterol levels 20-times greater than
placebo, triglycerides levels 6-times greater than placebo,
LDL cholesterol levels 29-times greater than placebo and HDL
cholesterol levels 25-times greater than placebo. |
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Cissus and
Weight Loss
Cissus reduced body weight 5-times greater than placebo
and Cissus reduced BMI (Body Mass Index) 5-times greater
than placebo.
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Cissus and
Blood Sugar
Cissus decreased fasting blood glucose levels 3-times
greater than placebo in obese individuals and Cissus
decreased fasting blood glucose levels 1.5-times greater
than placebo in normal individuals. |
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Cissus and
Fat Burning
Following exercise or other fat “burning” process, fat
tissue breaks down into small molecular components.
Increased urinary levels of fat metabolites indicates
increased fat degradation or “burning.” |
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Cissus and
Serotonin
Serotonin (5-HT), a vital neurotransmitter, is involved
in a wide range of behavioral functions in the body,
including mood, sleep and appetite control. Cissus increased
serotonin 3-times greater than placebo. |
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Cissus and
Testosterone
The hormone testosterone plays key roles in the health
and wellbeing of males and females. Testosterone helps
maintain muscle mass, bone density, libido and mental and
physical energy. |
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Cissus and
Fat Blocking
In laboratory studies, Cissus demonstrated lipase
inhibition thereby blocking the absorption of unwanted
dietary fats.
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Cissus and
Carb Blocking
In laboratory studies, Cissus demonstrated a-amylase
inhibition thereby block the absorption of unwanted
carbohydrates.
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Cissus and
Muscle Building
Creatinine levels will increase
in the blood as a result of an increase in muscle mass.
Cissus increased creatinine levels 4-times greater than
placebo. |
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Cissus and
Bone Health
Cissus quadrangularis showed a marked influence in the
rate of fracture-healing by influencing early regeneration
of all connective tissues involved in the healing process. |
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Cissus and
Joint Health
Cissus quadrangularis causes less amount of tissue
reaction in the fractured region leading to optimum
decalcification in the early stage of the healing process. |
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Cissus and
Pain Relief
Cissus quadrangularis exhibited significant analgesic
activity.
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Cissus and
Antioxidants
Extract of the Cissus quadrangularis exhibited
strong antioxidant activity and free radical scavenging
properties in various lab tests. |
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Cissus and Ulcers
Cissus quadrangularis is commonly mentioned in Ayurveda
for treatment of gastric ulcers. Gastric juice and mucosal
studies showed that Cissus significantly increased the
mucosal defensive factors. |
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Cissus and
Triglycerides
Triglycerides are the most common form of fat in the
body. They are stored in fat cells for use as energy.
Elevated levels of triglycerides are linked to developing
heart disease. Cissus quadrangularis lowered triglycerides levels 6-times greater than placebo. |
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