Tuesday, December 4, 2012

PES Alphamine: Burn Fat, Keep Muscle - Reformat your body. Using thermogenics and HICA (Leucic Acid)

 
 
ALPHAMINE™ Redefines The Fat Burner Category


After two years of undeniable feedback from Alpha-T2, we sat down to begin our research onto an even greater, more innovative, more powerful fat burner…


We realized all the fat burners on the market hold MAJOR flaws…we set out to create a solution.


Burn FAT Not MUSCLE


Until ALPHAMINE, no products are designed to selectively burn FAT while preserving muscle mass. Crazy…right? So many products based on energy and weight loss…but not FAT loss.


Male or female, no matter how much fat you want to drop nobody wants to lose their precious muscle mass. Hard dieting, heavy stimulants, and extreme cardio all are begging to break down your muscle tissue for energy. Shift the focus to FAT loss.


Alphamine takes physique enhancement a step further. Not only is this formula designed to shed fat and preserve muscle, we have included a potent muscle hardening agent in every serving. A flabby stomach is annoying enough as it is…the last thing you need are flabby muscles! Demand more than just fat loss…demand full physique transformation.


Allow us to present to you the new definition of a fat burner…


Unmatched Formula…The All-Inclusive Physique Transformer


Alphamine delivers ingredients acting both independently and synergistically in a formula that takes fat loss to the next level…no…this is beyond the next level. This is an entirely new playing field!


This potent thermogenic powder is built for a fast acting custom serving for every user. As a powdered thermogenic, each and every user can fully customize their serving size and frequency if they choose. No more being stuck with only 1 or 2 capsules… enjoy fully customizable servings anytime, anywhere. Find YOUR sweet spot.


Alphamine mixes quick and easy with a spoon and tastes like something you’d only drink on your cheat days…no medicine mouth here! Two small scoops with 10 oz. of water and you can be on your way…


Extreme Thermogenic. Selective Synergistic Stimulants. Novel Extracts.


Fat Igniting Technology


Beta-Agonist Blend


Higenamine and tembamide are two novel and unique beta-agonist compounds formulated in Alphamine to drive the foundation of fat loss and thermogenesis. Higenamine is a highly researched compound for its potent beta-agonistic action. It’s been the key ingredient in Alpha-T2 for its fat loss and thermogenic effects, and we deliver it here with an even more complete blend of ingredients and synergy.


Beta-agonists have shined for decades for their ability to consistently shed fat…PES is staying on the forefront of supplement science with the novel beta-agonists in Alphamine.


SA2-A™


Back in the day yohimbine was the new kid on the block…since then science has prevailed and discovered newer, cleaner, more selective forms of yohimbine such as rauwolscine. But it CAN get better. Using a unique extract, PES has gone even further after experimenting with numerous specialized extracts to develop SA2-A™, the cleanest, most thermogenic and appetite curbing extract to date. The Pausinystalia bark holds as many as 8 alkaloid molecules that have gone unnoticed…we knew there was more to take advantage of.


Pausinystalia alkaloids are known as “Selective Alpha-2 adrenergic antagonists" within the body. These compounds are the KEY to targeting fat loss in those stubborn regions. The alpha adrenoceptors are prevalent in certain fatty areas of the body such as the stomach, love-handles, chest, and lower back. When these receptors are “on” they are activating fat storing mechanisms. SA2-A™ has the ability to turn the receptors OFF and allow targeted fat loss in those stubborn areas.


Caffeine


Caffeine finds its way into Alphamine for its specific synergy with the beta-agonists through its ability to inhibit phosphodiesterase activity and interact with the adenosine receptor. With this synergy beta-agonists like higenamine become more potent while tolerance is developed much slower. These three systems are the trifecta of the clean thermogenic energy Alphamine delivers in every serving.


Oleuropein


One of the most underrated ingredients today, oleuropein extracted from olive leaves holds numerous fat loss activating properties. Extracts from olive leaf are some of the most thyrogenic ingredients available at a very small serving size. In an animal study, olive leaf extract raised thyroid hormone T3 2.5 times above baseline!





In another unrelated animal study, oleuropein increased noradrenaline and adrenaline secretions, as well as uncoupling protein 1 levels in brown adipose tissue, leading to increased thermogenesis. What a perfect fit for this already thermogenic formula, oleuropein takes it even higher adding new mechanisms and a potent thyrogenic appeal.


Eucommia Ulmoides – 98% Chlorogenic Acid Extract


Chlorogenic acid, commonly found in green coffee beans, is becoming popular for its strong scientific evidence for fat loss in humans…but we needed something more pure. Instead we went to Eucommia, an herb with high content of chlorogenic acid and scientific data on fatty acid oxidation. Numerous studies on chlorogenic acid have shown its ability to assist humans in fat loss, partially through altering the absorption and utilization of glucose in the body.


Eucommia Ulmoides itself has shown to stimulant lipolysis and thermogenesis while simultaneously curbing appetite in the animal model. Consider this the most superior source of chlorogenic acid.


Choline


We could write an entire article on the importance and biological functions of choline in the body, but we will strictly focus on why it found its way into Alphamine. First and foremost, when choline was added to this mixture the overall feel of each serving changed significantly. The formula became much smoother and longer lasting with the addition of choline.


The reason choline was considered here, is choline supplementation has shown to accelerate lipid oxidation through increasing the uptake of fatty acids and increasing plasma beta-hydroxybutyrate in elite male triathletes. One more pathway to fat loss in Alphamine…





Lean Hard Muscle Mass Preservation


N-Coumaroyldopamine (NCD)


NCD is one of the most selective beta-2 agonist compounds in nature. It has a unique ability to be so selective that cardiac stimulation is greatly avoided, making it very useful towards beta-agonists other promising properties. Anecdotally, beta-agonists with selectivity like NCD shine in the muscle sparing and muscle hardening aspects. If we had to choose a phrase to describe this ingredient…we would use Flex Appeal.


NCD has been the rave for getting dense firm muscle tissue, and we suspect ultra-selective beta-2 agonists such as NCD may be the future of leaning and hardening agents in the industry. We delivery it here in its purest form.


Alpha-Hydroxy-Isocaproic Acid (Leucic Acid)


Leucic Acid is a metabolite of the well-known branched chain amino acid Leucine. BCAA users know that Leucine is the star amino acid because it’s a muscle preserving, anti-catabolic, lean mass promoting agent. Its abilities have been heavily researched and proven time and time again. The only drawback with Leucine is the high amount needed…enter Leucic Acid.


Leucic acid on the other hand can be used at a much lower daily serving size. When leucine metabolites are present in high concentrations in muscle cells, it tells the muscle it needs to kick its anti-catabolic (muscle preserving) actions into gear.

mTOR, a mechanism in the body that has gone widely unnoticed, drives protein synthesis to preserve muscle tissue even under catabolic conditions!

Serving Size 1 Scoop (3 g)
Servings Per Container 84
Amount Per Serving
Serving% DV
Alphamine FIT Matrix1567.5 mg-
Lean Performance System*
Choline Bitartrate, Alpha-Hydroxy-Isocaproic Acid,
Eucommia Ulmoides Leaf (98% Chlorogenic Acid),
Olea Europaea Leaf (Extracted for Oleuropein)
*-
Ergo-Thermogenic System*-
Caffeine Anhydrous, Higenamine HCl,
Pausinystalia Yohimbe Bark (Extracted for Alkaloid Content) (SA2-A™),
N-(2-hydroxy-2-p-methoxyphenylethyl) benzamide
*-
N-Coumaroyldopamine10 mg-
*percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Other Ingredients: Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Silicon Dioxide, Sucralose, Acesulfame-K, Vegetable Stearate, Beet Juice Concentrate Powder.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Nutrition Facts are a simulation of the product "Nutrition Label". For the actual Nutrition Label please refer to the product packaging.


Directions for Use: As a dietary supplement, begin drinking 1 scoop mixed with 4-5 oz water on an empty stomach 15-30 minutes before
breakfast for the first two (2) days to assess tolerance. An additional 1 scoop may be taken 5-6 hours later. Once the above steps have been taken,
an additional scoop may be added to the morning serving on day 3. DO NOT EXCEED 3 SCOOPS IN ANY 24 HOUR PERIOD. DO NOT USE PRODUCT FOR
LONGER THAN 8 WEEKS FOLLOWED BY A SUBSEQUENT 4 WEEK BREAK. Consume at least 124 Fl. Oz. of liquid per day for men and 91 Fl. Oz. of liquid
per day for women while taking this product. Under no circumstances should the initial dose be exceeded or the warnings on this bottle be ignored.

Warning: Do not use if pregnant or nursing. This product is only intended for healthy adults, 18 years of age or older. Before using this
product consult with your physician if you are using any prescription or over the counter medication or if you have or suspect you have any
pre-existing medical condition including but not limited to: high or low blood pressure, cardiac arrhythmia, stroke, heart, liver, kidney or
thyroid disease, seizure disorder, psychiatric disease, diabetes, difficulty urinating due to prostate enlargement or if you are taking a MAOI
(Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor) or any other medication. Discontinue use and consult your health care professional if you experience any
adverse reaction to this product. Do not use if safety seal is broken or missing. Store in a cool dry place. Keep out of reach of children

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