What Makes Fat Burners

Besides improving fat metabolism, lipotropics will also aid in the metabolism of fat soluble nutrients as well as aid the liver in its other metabolic functions such as the processing of hormones, estrogen, sulfa drugs, glucose, and glycogen.

Lipotropics increase production of lecithin in the liver, helping it to keep cholesterol more soluble and lessening deposits in the blood vessels. They prevent accumulation of fats in the liver and they detoxify amines (naturally occurring chemicals in certain foods that are cumulative in the body) which are by products of protein metabolism.

They increase resistance to disease. They bolster the thymus gland to carry out its anti-disease function by, stimulating the production of antibodies, stimulating the growth of phagocytes, which surround and destroy invading viruses and microbes.

The four lipotropics are methionine, choline, inositol, and betaine.

Methionine

Methionine works with choline to detoxify amines, which are the byproducts of protein metabolism. It acts as a catalyst for choline and inositol, opening up their functions. Along with choline, methionine aids in reducing liver fat and protects the kidneys

Choline

Choline metabolizes fats. A deficiency can lead to cirrhosis and fatty degeneration of the liver and hardening of the arteries (arteriosclerosis and artherosclerosis).

Choline is being used today for ailments such as gall bladder trouble, diabetes, Muscular Dystrophy, glaucoma, arteriosclerosis, senility, and memory problems such as forgetfulness. It detoxifies amines, which are byproducts of protein metabolism. The best source of choline is lecithin.

Inositol

Inositol deficiency can lead to hair loss. It works with Vitamin E to facilitate actions in the treatment of Muscular Dystrophy. It is also used in nerve and muscle disorders such as Multiple Sclerosis and Cerebral Palsy. Caffeine can cause depletion of inositol.

Betaine

Betaine can deactivate harmful substances in the body and convert them to helpful substances. High levels of homocysteine can increase the risk of heart disease. Betaine helps lower homocysteine levels by converting it to helpful methionine, a beneficial amino acid.