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Coleus
Forskholii
PURPORTED USES
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May aid in breathing as well as reduce asthma attacks
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May aid in burning fat
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May decrease dry eye symptoms
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May help help men with ED
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May decrease high blood pressure
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May help heart condition called dilated cardiomyopathy
COMMON NAMES
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Forskolin
BRAND NAMES
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Life Extension: Forskolin
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Natures Way: Forskholii
SOURCES OF INFORMATION
WebMD
About Coleus Forskholii
Coleus is a plant from the mint family. It grows in tropical regions of Asia such as Nepal, India, and Thailand. The root is used as medicine. Coleus root contains a chemical called forskolin. Herbal product manufacturers often produce coleus extracts that contain high levels of forskolin. These preparations are being promoted for the same conditions for which forskolin has been traditionally used.
Coleus Forskholii is used for high blood pressure, chest pain (angina), asthma, dry eye, and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support any of these uses.
How does it work?
Forskolin works on muscles in the heart and in the walls of the blood vessels. It produces a more powerful heartbeat and widening of the blood vessels, which lowers blood pressure. In fact researchers say its effect can lower your risk with cardiac arrest by up 200%.
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