From the manufacturer:
Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs now proudly offers Epicat-Lax
Maximum Complex - a very potent formulation for those serious about building
lean muscle. With just one capsule daily, Epicat-Lax Max delivers therapeutic
and effective dosages of Epicatechin, Laxogenin, 7-Methoxyflavone, and Tongkat
Ali 100:1, with piperine for increased bio-availability. Each bottle is a two
month (60 day) supply. No Stearates! No Fillers! No Junk! This scientifically
designed combination of four key body-building ingredients results in a product
which is one of the best all-natural lean muscle builders on the market.
Furthermore, compare the cost and dosages of Epicat-Lax Maximum Complex with
the price of other Epicatechin/Laxogenin products that are available! The
certificate of analysis (COA) of each of the four primary ingredients is shown
above, and a brief description of the four follows.
EPICATECHIN:
Epicat-Lax Max delivers 150mg of 92% Epicatechin. This is
considered to be a good daily dosage for those of normal body weight.
Epicatechin is a bioactive compound classified as a flavonol, a plant based
phytochemical which is found in a number of foods in trace amounts, including
green tea and dark chocolate. Epicatechin has been the subject of several
studies that have uncovered a host of physiological benefits, including
enhanced muscle growth and strength, increased nitric oxide production for
improved vascularity and blood flow, and improved memory, brain and heart
health. Research with Epicatechin indicates that it substantially increases
levels of Follistatin, a special type of protein found in the muscles, which
binds to and thereby inhibits the actions of Myostatin in the body. Myostatin
is a type of protein called a myokine, which limits the level of muscle growth.
Mammals lacking Myostatin can show huge increases in muscularity. Thus, more
Follistatin equals less Myostatin, and less Myostatin equals more muscle!
LAXOGENIN:
Also known as 5 alpha hydroxy Laxogenin or 5a hydroxy
Laxogenin, Laxogenin is a plant compound and the best known member of a group
of anabolic compounds collectively referred to as brassinosteroids. Epicat-Lax
Max delivers 60mg of 97% Laxogenin per capsule. While its mechanism of effect
has yet to be fully determined, the prevailing view is that Laxogenin directly
increases protein to muscle synthesis while decreasing protein breakdown. It is
also believed to enhance muscle recovery and growth by inhibiting the stress
hormone cortisol. Excessive cortisol levels can make it almost impossible to
gain muscle, not to mention strength.
7-METHOXYFLAVONE:
7-Methoxyflavone is an all-natural ingredient with strong
aromatase inhibiting properties, superior bio-availability, and strong
resistance to hepatic metabolism/breakdown. What is aromatase? Aromatase is a
genetically regulated enzyme that binds to the most potent, masculine, anabolic
compound in your body (free testosterone) and feminizes it, converting free
testosterone to female estrogens. 7-Methoxyflavone binds to the aromatase
enzymes and effectively inactivates them. This reduces the amount of estrogen
in the blood stream, thus increasing luteinizing hormone secretion which in
turn increases the body's production of testosterone. Each capsule of
Epicat-Lax Max delivers 200 mg of 99% 7-Methoxyflavone - a quite potent daily
dosage.
TONGKAT ALI 100:1
Extract:
Tongkat Ali is a popular folk name for Eurycoma longifolia.
The name Tongkat Ali means "Ali's walking stick." Another folk name
for the plant is Longjack. Tongkat Ali is a scientifically studied plant which
holds up brilliantly under close scrutiny. The root contains a plethora of
beneficial compounds, including potent protective anti-oxidants which inhibit
cellular aging. Quassinoids in the root prove twice as potent as aspirin
against fevers. Most importantly, Tongkat Ali extract can increase testosterone
levels up to fourfold. Increasing testosterone levels is the main objective
from a muscle building (and sex drive) standpoint. Testosterone is the most
important of the male sex hormones, which are known as androgens. Tongkat Ali
is quite anabolic and is a great tonic herb. Each capsule of Epicat-Lax Max
contains 200mg of Tongkat Ali 100:1 Extract. Though not a large dose, this
amount is sufficient to have a definite positive effect on testosterone levels.
PIPERINE 98%:
Finally, 10mg of 98% Piperine (Black Pepper Extract) are
added to each capsule of Epicat-Lax Max in order to increase the
bio-availability of the expensive ingredients utilized in this complex. The use
of the Piperine, combined with the fact that no stearates are utilized
(stearates can hinder absorption), yields a product with outstanding
bio-availability.
***These vegetable-derived capsules (Vegan, Kosher and Halal
certified) are filled on slow speed equipment and only pure, unadulterated
herbal extract is contained in the capsules. There are no magnesium stearates,
fillers, flow agents, gelatin, silicates, gluten, corn, wheat, rice, yeast,
starch, titanium dioxide, artificial colors, artificial flavors or
preservatives. Capsules produced with high speed equipment in herbal and
dietary supplement "factories" generally contain several other
ingredients, including powdered lubricants called STEARATES (which can greatly
diminish an herb or supplement's absorption into the body). Check their labels!
Barlowe also bottles his products in glass as he believes chemical vapors can
vent from plastic containers and contaminate the contents and that glass is
better for the environment.
Caution: This
herbal formula is generally safe, but it is potent and should be utilized with
care. This product is for dietary use. If unexpected side-effects occur,
discontinue use immediately! The above statements have not been evaluated by
the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to
diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Directions For Use:
Take one capsule daily, ideally an hour before a work out. Heavier than normal individuals may need to
take two capsules daily for optimal effect. You can take this product for up to
three months without a break, but then take a month off.
