Gamma Oryzanol works on the hypothalamus in the brain which, through its control of the pituitary gland governs a number of the body's automatic functions, including temperature control, water balance and hormonal regulation. The hormones include the sex hormones - testosterone in the male and estrogen in the female. Reports prove that Gamma Oryzanol increases testosterone production, and increase lean body mass. Researchers have also observed that fatty tissue appears to decrease when Gamma Oryzanol is used as a supplement. There have been experiments in which Gamma Oryzanol given to women has brought about a significant reduction of the symptoms of menopause - without the need for extra hormones or medicines. Source: The Complete Home Encyclopedia of FOOD MIRACLES (William H. Lee, Ph.D / Stephen Langer, MD / James F. Sheer / David A. Keiper)

The Liquid Formula: An extract from rice bran oil, Gamma Oryzanol supplies ferulic acid. Japanese researchers have studied ferulic acid as a treatment for many disorders, including menopause. It appears to enhance the activity of the parasympathetic nervous system and to promote endorphin release by the hypothalamus-actions which may regulate blood vessel tone and influence hormonal release patterns. In studies, over half the women who took between 20 mg and 300 mg of Gamma Oryzanol daily had a 50% or greater reduction in menopausal symptoms, especially hot flashes and anxiety. GammaO ryzanol has proven to be safe and non-toxic. (Source - Nutrition Science News - August 1997 - Volume 2. # 8)

Gamma Oryzanol: The chemical structure is in 2 parts, or actually two molecules in one. The largest part is a sterol and the other is ferulic acid. Several anecdotal reports from competitive bodybuilders, powerlifters and football players have evidenced increased strength, reduced body fat, enhanced energy during workouts and reduced post-workout soreness.

Studies have defined other benefits to utilizing Gamma Oryzanol. When taken with meals, subjects observed decreases in elevated serum cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Gamma Oryzanol should be taken with meals to allow interaction between sterols and cholesterol. In addition to lowering cholesterol, Gamma Oryzanol also maintains anti- stress effects. Reductions in stress were seen even with relatively low doses of Gamma Oryzanol ( 300 mg per day) in clinical trials. (Source - Nutrition For The Equine Athlete / William E. Jones, Ph.D)

Herbal: The use of herbal extracts to enhance athletic performance has been studied and practiced for thousands of years. The active components of several botanical products have been shown to elicit an anabolic or lean tissue growth effect. The athlete's primary purpose when first undergoing a strength training program is to gain weight in the form of additional muscle and therefore increase muscle strength. Increasing the levels of Testosterone and Growth Hormone is a primary goal. Studies have shown that these hormone levels do indeed rise when utilized in conjunction with an intensive weight training regimen. When ingested, these compounds are primary materials essential for the creation of other molecules necessary for proper body function.

Oral administration of these concentrated sources of naturally occurring plant sterols contributes to an increased rate of anabolic activity for the individual. By consuming an emulsified liquid concentrate, the surface area increases over 200 times and absorption is greatly enhanced. Gamma Oryzanol was one of the first plant sterols to be studied for its anabolic effect. It was discovered that this component of rice bran oil has stimulative growth effects on subjects that ingested pure supplements of Gamma Oryzanol. (Source - Jay J. Raifman, MS, CFT)