Night Fat
Burner
SOMALYZE is a non-stimulant
based fat burner that, simultaneously, functions as a sleep aid. The following
paragraphs describe the unique blend of ingredients in SOMALYZE and the
complex mechanisms of how they function to metabolize fat while you sleep.
USNIC ACID Inside
all the cells of the body, ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the fuel source that
powers all daily activities. The majority of this ATP is produced when fats are
oxidized (burnt up) inside the mitochondria (power station) of the muscle cell.
Usnic acid is what’s known in the field of biochemistry as an uncoupling agent.
Derived from a simple plant lichen, Usnic acid “uncouples” or disconnects the
ATP-producing machinery in the cell and “releases” all the potential energy that
was supposed to be used to produce ATP. Due to the energy and ATP loss (which is
dissipated as heat), the muscle cells must dig into stored body fat and oxidize
additional fats to ensure that optimal energy levels are maintained within the
cells.
The following analogy should help
explain how Usnic acid exerts its energy-wasting effect in the human body.
Imagine someone putting a hole in the gas tank of your automobile. The car would
still perform at maximal capacity however, it would require a significant amount
of additional fuel to travel the same distance it had before the punctured tank.
Likewise, Usnic acid creates temporary “holes” in the mitochondrial membranes
which then result in the loss of valuable “fuel” (ATP) from the “tank” (muscle
cell). To combat this energy loss, additional fatty acids must be oxidized to
ensure optimal performance levels.
Even more exciting is that fact
that Usnic acid “wastes” calories without elevating blood pressure, without
raising heart rate, and without causing any central nervous system stimulation.
An individual can, literally, swallow a dose of Usnic acid, fall asleep, and
start burning fat even while unconscious.
Individuals who consume 30-60mg of
Usnic acid per day usually notice a slight increase in body temperature. This
phenomenon is due to the fact that lost energy escapes from the body as heat.
Remember, warmth is a good indicator that the Usnic acid is effectively wasting
energy and thus burning fat.
PROPIONYL L-CARNITINE:
Inside the cell, L-carnitine
transports long chain fats into the mitochondria (energy-producing chamber)
where they are then oxidized into ATP. In theory, if we can increase the
amount of L-carnitine within the muscle, we can theoretically increase the
quantity of fatty acids that get oxidized. Until recently the problem has been
that regular L-carnitine and even the more exotic acetyl-L-carnitine lacked
the ability to penetrate skeletal muscle tissue (which is where most fat
oxidation occurs).
On the other hand,
Propionyl-L-carnitine, a relatively new version of L-carnitine, has important
effects on skeletal and cardiac muscle. Back in 1990, a human study
demonstrated that propionyl-L-carnitine could combat the destructive effects
of low oxygen status and muscle fatigue in heart and skeletal muscle. More
relevant to our discussion is the fact that propionyl-L-carnitine has a
tremendous ability to penetrate skeletal muscle and thus facilitate the
transport of long chain fatty acids into the mitochondria.
GAMMA AMINOBUTYRIC ACID
GABA (Gamma Aminobutyric Acid)
is an amino acid-derived neurotransmitter a chemical that transmits messages
between nerve cells—that’s found predominantly in the hypothalamus of the
brain. This is an important fact since the hypothalamus is located in a region
of the brain (posterior lobe) that’s responsible for visceral functions such
as sleep cycles, body temperature and the activity of the pituitary gland.
The pituitary gland is the
master endocrine gland affecting all hormonal functions of the body. Numerous
studies have shown that as GABA levels increase in this posterior region of
the brain, plasma growth hormone (GH) levels also increase. This is
significant for the athlete since GH dramatically mobilizes fat and rebuilds
damaged muscle tissue. GABA also has a slight relaxing or sedative effect on
the body which makes it ideal for use at bedtime. Many people report improved
sleep patterns and a well rested feeling upon arising. Colorful and somewhat
lucid dreams are also frequently reported. Remember, as your quality of sleep
increases, your ability to recover from stress and strenuous exercise also
increases. Recent research has also demonstrated that well-rested individuals
have much higher levels of appetite-suppressing leptins in the body the more
you sleep, the less you’ll feel like eating.
Aside from the positive effects
of burning stored body fat and getting a restful night sleep, individuals may
experience some of GABAs other unique qualities. Some people report a skin
surface tingling sensation for a few minutes after taking GABA. This is not
uncommon and can be likened to a niacin “flush'. Some also report a slight
shortness of breath for a few minutes after taking GABA. This also is not
uncommon and it’s nothing that is of serious concern.
MELATONIN
The pineal gland (located in the
brain) synthesizes and secretes the hormone, melatonin a structurally simple
hormone that communicates information about environmental lighting to various
parts of the body and then establishes specific circadian rhythms that inform
the body whether it’s day or night. This light-transducing ability of the
pineal gland has led some to call the pineal gland the 'third eye'. Normally,
in the body, the timing of melatonin secretion is controlled by neural
pathways that run from the retina of the eye to the hypothalamus and from the
hypothalamus to the pineal gland. Interestingly, it’s the suprachiasmatic
nucleus of the hypothalamus that controls bodily circadian cycles such as core
body temperature, cortisol secretion, sleepiness, and melatonin secretion.
Melatonin preserves
mitochondrial homeostasis, reduces free radical generation and maintains ATP
synthesis by stimulating electron flow through complex I and IV of the
electron transport chain, even in the presence of uncoupling agents such as
Usnic Acid and DNP.
When taken in supplement form,
melatonin appears to be remarkably safe. Because of this fact, it’s been used
for years in the treatment of certain sleep and mood disorders. One rather
common condition that involves the disruption of natural circadian rhythms is
“jet lag”. When traveling across time zones, it’s been repeatedly demonstrated
that ingestion of melatonin close to the target bedtime of the visited
location significantly alleviates most symptoms of “jet lag”.
Once again, a restful night
sleep significantly increases the body’s ability to repair itself and more
sleep translates to less hunger.Finally, don’t be surprised if you experience
vivid, colorful, dreams while taking SOMALYZE.
PHOSPHATIDYLCHOLINE (PC)
and PHOSPHATIDYLETHANOLAMINE (PE)
Phosphatidylcholine and
Phosphatidylethanolamine have been shown to reduce elevations of stress
hormones such as ACTH and cortisol that are associated with strenuous
exercise. This is an extremely important finding, since age-related increases
in the cortisol/DHEA ratio are a significant biomarker of aging. This changing
ratio increased cortisol and decreased DHEA reflects the toxic effects on the
body to prolonged increases in cortisol levels (hypercortisolemia). These
effects can ultimately manifest as the “Cushingoid” appearance (bloated face,
fat stomach, and soft look) of many people over the age of 50. Consequently,
many studies have demonstrated that the cortisol-blocking effects of
phosphatidylcholine and phosphatidylethanolamine may profoundly delay these
adverse effects of aging.
Remember, whenever we exercise,
the trauma of the workout creates stress in the body.In response, the adrenal
glands release tons of the stress hormone, cortisol. Cortisol is a catabolic
hormone that breaks down muscle, suppresses the immune system and precipitates
the storage of ugly abdominal fat. Phosphatidylcholine and
phosphatidylethanolamine can blunt this cortisol releasing effect to exercise
and thus greatly enhance the body’s ability to repair itself and to suppress
the accumulation of annoying body fat.
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 3 capsules 30 minutes
prior to bed with a meal