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***UPDATE***: I know this blog is completely bush-league, hard to read. I have the below breakdown of what's in Max Adrenal 2.0 in an easy-to-read (as in, font. You'll have to look up the big words yourself) PDF. Shoot me an email to mike@dynamicnutritioon.ca if you want a copy.
So it's finally here...Max Adrenal 2.0. Before I get into the dirty details on the what, I feel I need to explain the back story. As many of you know, I deal with analysis, interpreting, and attempting to treat the repercussions of adrenal dysfunction secondary to athletic training. Aside from diet/lifestyle/programming, part of this entails supplementation. I've used MANY different adrenal formulas in the past, and in all honesty, I've never been totally happy with any one single formula. The best to date has been Peak Bio's Max Energy, which is no longer available to the masses for multiple reasons I won't get into here. So, over a year ago I started along a path with an end goal in mind, and it has finally come to fruition.
So it's finally here...Max Adrenal 2.0. Before I get into the dirty details on the what, I feel I need to explain the back story. As many of you know, I deal with analysis, interpreting, and attempting to treat the repercussions of adrenal dysfunction secondary to athletic training. Aside from diet/lifestyle/programming, part of this entails supplementation. I've used MANY different adrenal formulas in the past, and in all honesty, I've never been totally happy with any one single formula. The best to date has been Peak Bio's Max Energy, which is no longer available to the masses for multiple reasons I won't get into here. So, over a year ago I started along a path with an end goal in mind, and it has finally come to fruition.
Just to be clear, this isn't an endeavor to make a boatload of money---being a little cog in the big wheel of supplement manufacturing, profit is almost an impossibility. Without droning on, I took it upon myself to create a formula *I* was happy with.
Prior to releasing, I wanted to compile a comprehensive breakdown of each and every component in the formula---first and foremost, for client education. I always ask "why", and I expect no less of my clients. If we do not question, then we find no answers. And, without further ado, the nuts n' bolts of the formula:
Max Adrenal 2.0 Component Breakdown
Vitamin A:
required for the conversion of cholesterol to steroid hormones
Zinc: Zinc
is an essential trace element required for the activity of over 300 enzymes and
is involved in most major metabolic pathways.
Zinc participates not only in catalytic processes, but also in the
structure and stability of some regulatory proteins, as is essential for immune
support and testosterone production.
Training reduces levels through metabolic use and sweat loss.
Despite the widespread belief that such peptide cofactors would be destroyed by the digestive process, it’s now known the main route of absorption of amino acids is, in fact, by active transport in the form of peptides, rather than by totally breaking down proteins into individual amino acids. Evidence has also accumulated that many surprisingly large polypeptides and even proteins are directly absorbed by the gut.
DL-Phenylalanine:
DLPA is a depression fighting mixture that combines two forms of the amino
acid, phenylalanine. The L-portion of phenylalanine, found in protein-rich
foods, bolsters mood-elevating chemicals in the brain, specifically dopamine
and nor-epinephrine, while the “D” form of phenylalanine is made synthetically
in a laboratory. The mechanism of
DL-phenylalanine's supposed antidepressant activity may be accounted for by the
precursor role of L-phenylalanine in the synthesis of the neurotransmitters
norepinephrine and dopamine.
L-Tyrosine:
One of the 22 amino acids used in the formation of neurotransmitters like
dopamine and norepinephrine. It is also
involved in the formation of thyroid hormones like triiodothyronine (T3)
and thyroxine (T4).
Supplementation has shown greater efficacy to reduce perception of
stress while under stress.
Rhodiola Rosea: A potent adaptogen that has been the focus of much research. Rhodiola
provides a buffer to stress-related mental and physical fatigue. Rhodiola
contains a glycoside known as salisdroside. This component helps combat anxiety
and aging, and has been investigated for use in high-altitude sickness, as it
modulates EPO gene expression. Rhodiola suppresses the production of cortisol
and increases levels of stress-resistant proteins. Studies have found that it
restores normal patterns of eating and sleeping after stress, & combats
mental and physical fatigue by affecting RPE (perception to STRESS).
L-Methionine: Methionine belongs to
a group of compounds called lipotropics which help the liver to process fat in
the body. Once in the liver, methionine is converted into SAM(s-adenosyl
methionine); SAMe is known to have a high degree of efficacy in treating
various forms of depression. Methionine
also converts the stronger and carcinogenic estradiol (E2) into estriol (E3)
which is the “good” estrogen as compared to estradiol; imbalance is common in
various form of adrenal dysfunction.
Methionine supports methylation pathways, which facilitate the
conversion of norepinephrine to epinephrine, essential in the adrenal cascade.
Octocasonol:
The main component of policosanol, a lipophilic component
derived from Cuban cane sugar. While
initial studies concentrated on it’s ability to affect cholesterol levels, it
also has positive neurological effects specific to reaction time and Ach (acetylcholine)
release.
Schisandra
Chinensis:
A vine native to northern China and Eastern Russia, commonly known as Wu
Wei Zi, or “Five flavor berry”. Much of
the research that ahs been done on Schisandra
Chinesis was done in Russia decades ago, hence the popularity with Eastern
European athletes. Noted is the ability
to both raise and lower cortisol in response to stressors.
Bacopa
Monnieri:
Bacopa (aka Brahmi) is an Indian Ayurvedic herb noted for its use as a
nootropic, or “mental focusing & memory enhancing” agent, and also acts
protectively in neurodegeneration. It
appears to work through enhancing synaptic transmission, and also acts as an
anti-oxidant, hence the protective effects.
Eleutherococcus senticosus: Commonly known as Siberian Ginseng or in
Chinese medicine Ci Wu Ju. Although
it is not related to true ginseng (Panax
ginseng), the name Siberian ginseng became popular based on
potential properties similar to Panax
ginseng. This adaptogenic herb has both properties of increasing work
capacity and immunity. Increased work
capacity is thought to be due to increased oxygen efficiency through FFA use. Immunomodulating
polysaccharides or saponins isolated from Siberian ginseng stimulate
macrophages, promoted antibody formation, activated complement, and increased T
lymphocyte proliferation.
Magnolia Officinalis: Another herb traditional used in Chinese medicine; the bark contains the
polyphenolic compounds honokiol and magnolol, which have been found to have
neuroprotective and anxiolytic activity, the latter of which is due to the
effect on GABA receptors and the attenuation of cortisol-induced stress
perception.
Rehmannia Glutinosia: Also
known as Yukmijihwang-tang or Chinese foxglove;
it contains vitamins A, B, C, and D, as well as the active component catalpol. Regarded
as a tonic herb and used in TCM for centuries, current well-controlled human
data is still lacking. That said, it
shows promise as a neuro-protecting agent as well as a nootropic.
Bupleurum Falcatum: Commonly
known as Chinese Thoroughwax, it has been traditionally used to treat disorders
of inflammation. One of the active components are saikosaponins;
their metabolites have been shown to induce corticosterone activity, hence it
use as an adrenal tonic in TCM. It also
shows serotonergic and noradrenergic activity, and therefore used as an
anti-depressant.
Panax Ginseng: Also
known as Red or Korean ginseng (not to be confused with Siberian). The
predominant pharmacologically active constituents of Panax are ginsenosides; at least 25 of which have been
identified and are present in variable amounts and ratios, depending on the
particular species. One of the most
studies herbal adaptogens in history, its efficacy in treating fatigue, mood, immune
system and adrenal issues is second to none.
Plectranthus Barbatus (Forskolii):
Better known as Coleus Forskoli, the active component tis forskolin,
which stimulates the cellular production of cAMP. When cAMP increases, a wide range of signaling
properties can occur because of it. While
much research has been done on upregulation of cAMP and fat loss, recent
research suggests that cAMP affects the function of higher-order thinking in
the prefrontal cortex through its regulation of ion channels. Much of the marketed focus has been on the
ability to increase testosterone, which plays an integral role in the treatment
of adrenal dysfunction.
Withania Somnifera: Another Ayurvedic herb, Ashwagandha, aka
Indian Ginseng, rivals that of Panax.
Ginseng in the amount of positive data available. It shows adaptogenic properties both in
attenuating stress perception, altering cortisol, and increasing TTE (time to
exhaustion) in trained athletes. The
potentially active constituents of ashwagandha include alkaloids and steroidal
lactones that together are called withanolides (particularly withaferin A), and
preparations are often standardized to their percentage contents of
withanolides, as with the trademarked Sensoril brand.
And that's what in it. Just a few select items. Ha! Now, the who, where, how do I buy all of Mike's limited stock, etc...
Who: For those experiencing unexplained fatigue, decreased mental function, and inability to recover from regualr training. Optimally, this would correspond w/ diagnostic lab values showing adrenal dysfunction.
Where: From me, obviously. I have it listed on my website, but seriously, that thing is a static boat anchor, not sure if it even works. Best way to contact me is via email, at mike@dynamicnutrition.ca
Cost: Intro price is at $35.00/container (30 day supply) + shipping.
Half-Assed End-Disclaimer
This product is not meant to treat serious disease processes. It won't turn you into RF, Jr (you need PB & J for that). It won't make you not suck if you suck already due to shitty lifestyle choices. It won't make you smart if you are already dumber than a sack of shit. It will most definately not fix fucking brutal dot-com group programming (get a coach!). If your brain turns into moldy Paleo stew, it ain't my fault, bro, its that shitty mezcal you drink. Don't take more than what's listed, it's not candy, dumbass. If you are seriously fucked up, see a doc, talk to me, get some labs done.
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