2017 IFBB Florida Grand Prix

May 6            
Keiser University - 2600 Military Trail West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Organizer: Serge Saric
Phone: 561-460-6000
Website: FloridaSportFestival.com
Email: FloridagrandPrix2016@gmail.com
Event: IFBB

The 2017 IFBB NPC Florida Grand Prix was held on Saturday and Sunday, May 6 & 7, 2017 at Keiser University in West Palm Beach, FL with amazing set up for competition including full gym backstage, with cable crosses, bench presses, leg curls, dumb bells up to 120 lbs, and many many more great amenities for athletes to make this facility one of the greatest facilities for competitions in the world.

Last year, more than 600 athletes competed, drawing a sold out crowd of 10,000 spectators and over 80 Sponsors with free entrance to Expo.

In addition to pro bikini, the 2017 IFBB NPC Florida Grand Prix feature contests for NPC bikini, bodybuilding, men's and women's physique, classic physique, figure, powerlifting, max rep competition arm wrestling, soccer, CrossFit. There was free entry to all members, current or former, of the Armed Forces for men's physique class which is dedicated only for current or former Armed Forces. HGH.com, a leader in natural HgH, health, and bodybuilding supplements, congratulates all the participants.

Following are the top overall winners for each of the events:

BIKINI
1. ROMINA BASUALDO
2. CATHERINE RADULIC
3. JULIANA HALLORAN
4. ANGIE GARCIA
5. ARIA ADAMY
6. JESSICA RENEE
7. STEPHANIE MAHOE
8. JOANN NORWOOD
9. KERRYNE HENICH
10. ALY VENENO
11. PAIGE MCCOY
12. KARINA SKOWRONSKA
13. COEURLIDA ASHBY
14. STEFANIE ANTORCHA
15. YOLY HAWLEY
16. CHARINA BAKER
16. DEIDRE GARCIA-BONDARI
16. DIANA SALAMON
16. DIANET PEREDA
16. KAMILAH POWELL
16. NATALIA REVAJOVA LENARTOVA
16. SHELLIE EDWARD
 

MASTERS
1. JULIANA HALLORAN
2. ANGIE GARCIA
3. CATHERINE RADULIC
4. ARIA ADAMY
5. KERRYNE HENICH
6. JOANN NORWOOD
7. COEURLIDA ASHBY
8. SHELLIE EDWARD
9. NATALIA REVAJOVA LENARTOVA
10. CHARINA BAKER
11. DIANET PEREDA
12. DEIDRE GARCIA-BONDARI

Congratulations to all of the competitors who participated in the 2017 IFBB Florida Grand Prix. Official Final Results Scorecard listed at NPC Online To see all results and photos visit NPC Online Contest.

Be sure to visit the HGH.com blog regularly for the results of other upcoming bodybuilding and fitness competitions.

2015 San Jose Championships
June 27            
Santa Clara Convention Center,
5001 Great America Pkwy, Santa Clara, CA 95110 United States
Organizer: Steve O'Brien & George Jackson
Phone: 408-384-9039
Website: www.musclesportproductions.com
Event: NPC

Congratulations to all participants of the 2015 NPC San Jose Championships held in Santa Clara, California. The championships were hosted by Muscle Sport Productions and included events such as bodybuilding, physique, bikini, and figure. This national qualifier show hosted many great looking competitors from many places. HGH.com, leading manufacturer of natural HGH and bodybuilding supplements, is proud to present the winners from each event. 

Following are the top overall winners for each of the events:

Men's Bodybuilding Overall Winner
1. Kenyatta Booth

Super Heavyweight Bodybuilding Overall
1. Mike Rabbiosi
2. Austen Asbury
3. Marcus McCoy
 

Heavyweight Bodybuilding Overall
1. Kenyatta Booth
2. Shem Swerkes
3. Alex Ransone

Light Heavyweight Bodybuilding Overall
1. Nigel Sher
2. Joseph Rapisura
3. Danny Seibert
4. Rudy Ramirez
5. Nick Sampayan

Middleweight Bodybuilding Overall
1. Antonio Gonzalez
2. Taylor Mahrer
3. Alceu Vieira
4. Alejandro Padilla
5. William Slater

Lightweight Bodybuilding Overall
1. Chace Bolosan
2. Josiah Qunitana

Novice Heavyweight Bodybuilding Overall
1. Mike Rabbiosi
2. Austen Asbury
3. Ryan Taylor
4. Marcus McCoy
5. Steven DiMaggio

Novice Light Heavyweight Bodybuilding Overall
1. Nigel Sher
2. Frankie Fehl
3. Jason Brown
4. Rhameses Aviles

Novice Lightweight Bodybuilding Overall
1. Chace Bolosan
2. Josiah Qunitana
3. Miguel Escamilla
4. Jorge Chavez

True Novice Middleweight Bodybuilding Overall
1. Antonio Gonzalez
2. Mehdi Kabbadj
3. Alceu Vieira
4. Taylor Mahrer
5. Dante Guzman

Bantamweight Bodybuilding Overall
1. John Manoogian

Masters Over 40 Bodybuilding Overall
1. Kenyatta Booth
2. Joseph Rapisura
3. Danny Seibert
4. Mike Rabbiosi
5. Tony Gil

Masters Over 60 Bodybuilding Overall
1. William Heylin
2. Joseph Guerrero
3. John Manoogian
4. Barkley Robinson

Figure Overall Winner
1. Jessie Nguyen

Figure Class A Overall
1. Jessie Nguyen
2. Chloe Barr-Cabanban
3. Brenna Rodriguez
4. Monique Robinson-Reyes
5. Dioni Solorio

Figure Class B Overall
1. Aimee Pourroy

Figure Class C Overall
1. Andrea Morris
2. Jessica Murray
3. Kimberly Dunham
4. Danielle Duffy
5. Elizabeth Chavez-Rodriguez

Figure Class D Overalll
1. Paula Gonzales
2. Annette Garcia
3. Jennifer Stephens
4. Tracy Falkenthal
5. Stephani Kittling

Figure Masters Over 35 Class A Overalll
1. Milay Melsheimer
2. Gilda Defaii
3. Aimee Pourroy
4. Melody Bragg
5. Lucy Medrano

Figure Masters Over 35 Class B Overalll
1. Jennifer Stephens
2. Jessica Murray
3. Kimberly Dunham
4. Elizabeth Chavez-Rodriguez
5. Nicki Jarvis

Figure Masters Over 45 Class A Overalll
1. Kelly O'Brien
2. Melody Bragg
3. Tina Shimizu
4. Cynthia Lynn Johnson

Figure Masters Over 45 Class B Overalll
1. Tracy Falkenthal
2. Elizabeth Chavez-Rodriguez
3. Stephani Kittling
4. Colette Kuhnsman

Bikini Overall Winnerl
1. Stephanie Johnson

Bikini Class A Overall
1. Izzy Bustos
2. Sinde Torres
3. Sharon Macaraeg-Acheta
4. Natalie Heald
5. Ashley Olin

 
Bikini Class B Overall
1. Violeta Macedo
2. Alexandra Aviles
3. Delilah Nguyen
4. Jennifer Star Santos
5. Devin Shaver

Bikini Class C Overall
1. Elizabeth Ruvalcaba
2. Leah Whyte
3. Steffani Hieb
4. Soraya LeBrun
5. Susan Ackerman

Bikini Class D Overall
1. Stephanie Johnson
2. Elena Herrera
3. Brittney Lohr
4. Chelsea Smith
5. Nicole Laureano

Bikini Class E Overall
1. Jordan Stovall
2. Cammie Beck
3. Nicole Partin
4. Rebecca Cummins
5. Carol Hoang

Bikini Class F Overall
1. Cecily Lewis
2. Amanda Larsson
3. Kayla Ianquinto
4. Stephanie Lam
5. Lauren Taylor

Bikini Novice Class A Overall
1. Izzy Bustos
2. Sinde Torres
3. Yvette Arriola
4. Victoria Panaligan
5. Christina Keller

Bikini Novice Class B Overall
1. Violeta Macedo
2. Alexandra Aviles
3. Vanessa Hurtado
4. Jennifer Star Santos
5. Melissa Salazar

Bikini Novice Class C Overall
1. Elizabeth Ruvalcaba
2. Gaudi Stazi
3. Aspen Rae
4. Laurel Keiffer
5. Soraya Lebrun

Bikini Novice Class D Overall
1. Brittney Lohr
2. Elena Herrera
3. Kalin Eshelman
4. Brieana Tomasetti
5. Fiona Mackenzie

Bikini Novice Class E Overall
1. Jordan Stovall
2. Cammie Beck
3. Jennifer Bassett
4. Rebecca Cummins
5. Carol Hoang

Bikini Novice Class F Overall
1. Dejna James
2. Kayla Iaquinto
3. Amanda Larsson
4. Stephanie Lam
5. Amanda Maldonado

Bikini Masters Over 35 Class A Overall
1. Sharon Macaraeg-Acheta
2. Susan Ackerman
3. Debra Miller
4. Remonta Khangaldy
5. Jennifer Star Santos

Bikini Masters Over 35 Class B Overall
1. Monica Sanders
2. Karrie Alexander
3. Anne Marie Block

Bikini Masters Over 35 Class C Overall
1. Gwen Sedler
2. Tahmina Anderson
3. Amanda Maldonado

Bikini Masters Over 45 Class A Overall
1. Debra Miller
2. Masako Amano
3. Renee Anaya
4. Blanca Granda-Mendoza
5. Julie Greer

Bikini Masters Over 45 Class B Overall
1. Karrie Alexander
2. Kellene Ruffoni

Mens Physique Masters Overall Winner
1. Ahmad Deguzman

Mens Physique Class A Overall
1. Sambol Him
2. Josiah Qunitana
3. Jason DeLeon
4. Mike Aguon
5. Christopher Gil

Mens Physique Class B Overall
1. Ahmad Deguzman
2. Juliano Quimson
3. Paul Mateoc
4. Marlon James
5. Ernie Escanio

Mens Physique Class C Overall
1. Juan Avila
2. Nimal Delgado
3. Omari Sealey
4. Osa Aigbuza
5. Jacquecar Robinson

Mens Physique Class D Overall
1. Warren Anderson
2. Jesse Walls
3. Broderick Shemansky
4. Jeremy Dutra
5. William Santillian Jr.

Mens Physique Class E Overall
1. Miguel Mendoza
2. Hadi Jrab
3. Charbel Mawad

Mens Physique Class F Overall
1. Casey Meister
2. Joseph Vinatieri
3. Hassan Trotter
4. Herbert Hudec
5. Brett Billingsley

Mens Physique Novice Class A Overall
1. Sambol Him
2. Josiah Qunitana
3. Jason DeLeon
4. Christopher Gil
5. Mike Aguon

Mens Physique Novice Class B Overall
1. Paul Mateoc
2. Mehdi Kabbadj
3. Ernie Escanio
4. Emir Basakinci
5. Christopher Rasec Rivera

Mens Physique Novice Class C Overall
1. Juan Avila
2. Dominic Calderon
3. Ricardo Medina
4. Jose Vega
5. Ralph Brooks

Mens Physique Novice Class D Overall
1. William Santillian Jr.
2. Alaa Madi
3. Christopher Cedros
4. Kenneth Peoples
5. Trevor Nathan

Mens Physique Novice Class F Overall
1. Joseph Vinatieri
2. Tyler Rose
3. Brett Billingsley
4. Ryan Baker

Mens Physique Masters Over 35 Class A Overall
1. Ryk Magbanua
2. Antonio Solinas
3. Michael Deguzman
4. Jon Larue
5. Clint Van Dyke

Mens Physique Masters Over 35 Class B Overall
1. Andrew Loper
2. Shawn Tousaint
3. Paul Rush
4. Chris Piveronas
5. Dan Wyrick

Mens Physique Masters Over 45 Overall
1. Loren Middag
2. Dave Dixon
3. David Luvisi
4. Joe Martin
5. Ferdinand Zumel

Womens Bodybuilding Overall
1. Mason Giovanna

Womens Physique Class A Overall
1. Erika Kikuchi
2. Tina Mauer Guadarrama
3. Robbye Nelson
4. Danika Erlano
5. Linda Mederos

Womens Physique Class B Overall
1. Bridgette Dean
2. Kimberly Packer
3. Patricia Johnson
4. Monique Rubalcaba

Congratulations to all of the competitors who participated in the 2015 NPC San Jose Championships. Official Final Results Scorecard - http://npcmusclesportproductions.com/2015-san-jose-championship-results/. To see all results and photos visit - http://contests.npcnewsonline.com/contests/2015/npc_san_jose_championships/

Be sure to visit the HGH.com blog regularly for the results of other upcoming bodybuilding and fitness competitions.

IFBB Greater Gulf States Championships
June 19-20            
Best Western Landmark Hotel,
2601 Severn Avenue, Metairie, LA 70002 United States
Organizer: Luke Tesvich
Phone: 504-439-6224
Website: www.npcggs.com/index.html
Event: IFBB

The 2015 IFBB Greater Gulf States Championships took place in Metairie, LA on June 19 & 20. HGH and bodybuilding supplement company, HGH.com is proud to post the winners from each category of the championship. Congratulations to everyone who participated!

Following are the top overall winners for each of the events:

Bikini Overall
1. Angela Marquez
2. Sarah Leblanc
3. Brittany Taylor
4. Kate Abate
5. Adrienne Crenshaw

Men's Physique Overall
1. Ryan Hinton
2. Eric Heidelberg
3. Charles Chester
4. Stephen Mass
5. Patrick Fulgham

Women's Physique Overall
1. Danielle Reardon
2. Venus Nguyen
3. Jill Dearmin
4. Caroline Gaume
5. Alisa Lamay

Congratulations to all of the competitors who participated in the 2015 IFBB Greater Gulf States Championships. You can find the Official Final Results Scorecard here - <http://npcnewsonline.com/2015-ifbb-greater-gulf-states-official-score-cards/197198/>. To see all results and photos visit - <http://contests.npcnewsonline.com/contests/2015/ifbb_greater_gulf_states/>.

Be sure to visit the HGH.com blog regularly for the results of other upcoming bodybuilding and fitness competitions.

HGH.com Now Offers an Easy-to-Use Mobile Website That Allows Users to Order Natural Health and Bodybuilding Supplements on the Go

As a leading provider of natural HGH and bodybuilding supplements, we recently unveiled a new mobile e-commerce site. Users who access HGH.com from a smartphone or similar device will automatically be directed to the mobile website.

"Our growing and loyal customer base consists of health, bodybuilders, athletes and fitness enthusiasts—people who tend to be active and on the move. So we launched the HGH.com mobile site to provide them with the convenience of ordering their favorite supplements on the go," said Dan Smith from HGH.com. "Our new mobile site has a streamlined design that makes it easy for users to find relevant products and place their order from any smartphone. I invite our customers to try it for themselves and share their feedback with us."

Read the full news release feature on Yahoo Finance at http://finance.yahoo.com/news/hgh-fitness-bodybuilding-supplement-company-134100494.html.

To access the new mobile site, visit http://m.hgh.comor simply typeHGH.com into the browser of any smartphone or other mobile device and it will automatically redirect. Customers can also connect with the company via mobile social media apps by visiting the HGH.com Facebook and YouTube pages.

Top 7 Ways to Naturally Boost Your Body’s Human Growth Hormone (HGH) Levels

By Dan Smith of HGH.com

In recent years, I’ve seen a growing level of interest in how to increase HGH levels naturally, particularly among bodybuilders and athletes. Given the controversy and issues associated with synthetic HGH injections, many people are seeking out natural ways to increase their body’s own production of HGH. This is something that I do myself, and it’s a topic I’ve often discussed with our HGH.com-sponsored athletes – IFBB pros Tricky Jackson, Ben White and Tara Silzer. So I decided to compile our top tips in one blog post, which highlights seven effective ways to naturally boost HGH levels.

HGH Basics and Functions

Before I get into our recommendations, let’s start with a quick review of the basics. Human growth hormone, also known as HGH, is a type of polypeptide hormone secreted by the pituitary gland. As the name implies, HGH triggers growth and repair of bone, cartilage, tissue and muscle. It also helps to improve body composition by increasing muscle mass and metabolizing fat. The pituitary gland produces its highest quantities of HGH during childhood and puberty to support the body’s growth and development. Once a child has reached full adult height, HGH production decreases substantially. In adulthood, HGH tends to be secreted in smaller bursts at specific times – during sleep, after exercise and in response to bodily stress or trauma.

Top 7 Ways to Naturally Increase HGH Levels

While the body generally follows its own set patterns for HGH secretion after puberty, there are a number of proven methods for boosting production on an ongoing basis:

1. Seek alternatives to synthetic HGH injections. While injectable growth hormones have been shown to increase HGH levels, there are a number of issues associated with this practice – including the high cost of injections as well as the fact that they are illegal without a prescription. Another lesser-known caveat is that pumping the body with high levels of artificial growth hormones may actually cause the body to decrease production of its own natural HGH. So, in the long run, it’s better to find natural ways to stimulate increased HGH secretion.

2. Get enough sleep. Since the majority of HGH production in adults occurs overnight during slow-wave sleep (or “deep” sleep), it is essential to get sufficient high-quality sleep – ideally, 7 to 8 hours per night. To help elevate HGH levels, try to adhere to a regular sleep routine: go to bed at the same time every evening and wake up at the same time each morning. It’s also important to have uninterrupted sleep, so avoid consuming alcohol or caffeine before bedtime, as they can interfere with normal sleep patterns. Try to minimize light and noise to avoid interruptions to your sleep schedule, and keep your bedroom at a comfortable temperature so that you don’t awake in the middle of the night shivering or sweating.

3. Adhere to a healthy diet. There is an inverse relationship between insulin and HGH – higher levels of insulin suppress HGH production. Therefore, it is critical to consume the right foods at the right time to regulate insulin levels and promote HGH release. Many experts recommend eating multiple small meals over the course of the day, and the majority agree that it is best to limit your intake of highly processed, complex carbohydrates (like white bread and white rice) as well as sugary food and beverages (including soda and sports drinks made with high-fructose corn syrup), as these can trigger a spike in insulin.

Your best bet is to build your diet around high-fiber, protein-rich foods, such as vegetables, fruits, nuts and beans/legumes. Opt for low-glycemic, slow-digesting carbohydrates like oatmeal, pears, apples, sweet potatoes and brown rice. To help minimize insulin secretion, try eating a low-carb, high-protein snack a few hours before bedtime – think nuts like almonds, pistachios and walnuts; pumpkin or sunflower seeds; edamame; hummus; yogurt; or cottage cheese.

4. Engage in high-intensity interval training. While proper sleep and nutrition are both effective ways to support a natural increase in HGH levels, exercise also plays a critical role. Many different types of exercise can help maintain a healthy body and regulate insulin levels, but high-intensity interval training in particular has the potential to naturally boost HGH levels. This occurs in direct response to the stress on your muscles, signaling the pituitary gland to secrete more HGH to repair the tissue. Several studies have examined the effects of this exercise-induced growth hormone response (EIGR) and determined the associated benefits.

5. Consume whey protein before and after exercise. Research has shown that consuming a rapidly absorbed protein, such as whey protein, may help promote optimal muscle building after resistance exercise. Another study found that consuming whey protein half an hour before resistance training can accelerate metabolism not only during exercise, but up to 24 hours after a workout. HGH.com offers several high-quality whey protein mixes designed to enhance muscularity and stimulate HGH production, including CytoSport Vanilla Whey Protein, Elite Chocolate Mint Whey Protein, Elite Butter Toffee Whey Protein, IsoBolic Vanilla Whey Protein and Multi-Pro Chocolate Whey Protein.

6. Practice occasional fasting. A healthy diet is vital to provide the energy you need to complete intense workouts. However, some studies have suggested that intermittent fasting may be an effective way to balance blood-sugar levels and trigger HGH release. If your workout schedule allows for it, you might want to try periodic fasting on any off days in your training.

7. Add natural HGH releasers to your dietary supplements. Unlike injectable HGH, which introduces synthetic chemicals into your system, natural HGH releasers stimulate your body to produce more of its own HGH. Look for HGH supplements that contain proven natural ingredients, such as L-arginine, L-glutamine, L-leucine, L-tyrosine, bovine colostrum and others. You’ll find many of these naturally derived ingredients in Purity Select health and bodybuilding supplements from HGH.com, including HGH 30,000 Pills, HGH 30,000 Spray, Somatropinne HGH, DBol-GH, Ana-GH and HGH Testosterone Plus.

Following these recommendations will help you increase HGH levels naturally and in a healthy way while also enabling you to attain peak physical condition. Are there any other tips and best practices you implement to boost your HGH production? We invite you to join the conversation and post your comments below!

References:

Besedovsky, Luciana; Lange, Tanja; and Born, Jan. “Sleep and Immune Function”; Pflugers Archiv: European Journal of Physiology; January 2012. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22071480>

Churchward-Venne, Tyler A.; Burd, Nicholas A; and Phillips, Stuart M. “Nutritional Regulation of Muscle Protein Synthesis With Resistance Exercise: Strategies to Enhance Anabolism”; Nutrition & Metabolism; May 2012. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22594765>

Godfrey, Richard J.; Madgwick, Zahra; and Whyte, Gregory P. “The Exercise-Induced Growth Hormone Response in Athletes”; Sports Medicine; July 2003. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/12797841>

Hackney, Kyle J.; Bruenger, Adam J.; Lemmer, Jeffrey T. “Timing Protein Intake Increases Energy Expenditure 24 H After Resistance Training”; Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise; May 2010. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19997003>

Harvard Medical School. “Growth Hormone, Athletic Performance, and Aging”; Harvard Men’s Health Watch; May 2010; accessed November 9, 2014. <http://www.health.harvard.edu/newsletters/Harvard_Mens_Health_Watch/2010/May/growth-hormone-athletic-performance-and-aging>

Ho, Kian Y.; Veldhuis, Johannes D.; et al. “Fasting Enhances Growth Hormone Secretion and Amplifies the Complex Rhythms of Growth Hormone Secretion in Man”; The Journal of Clinical Investigation; April 1988. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/3127426>

Jackson, Joe. “Unlock Your Potential: How to Boost Your HGH Levels”; Men’s Fitness; accessed November 9, 2014. <http://www.mensfitness.com/nutrition/supplements/unlock-your-potential-how-to-boost-your-hgh-levels>

Nindl, Bradley C.; Pierce, Joseph R.; et al. “Twenty-Hour Growth Hormone Secretory Profiles after Aerobic and Resistance Exercise”; Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise; October 2014. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24576855>

Discover the Function, Sources and Benefits of the Health Supplement Ingredient Capros® Amla Fruit Extract

Capros® is a multi-patented, standardized extract of the Emblica officinalis (Phyllanthus emblica) plant, which is more commonly known as Indian gooseberry or amla. Indian gooseberry extract is widely used in Ayurvedic medicine and is associated with numerous benefits, from supporting cardiovascular health to treating diseases. It is also believed to have anti-aging properties, which is why Capros amla extract is used in health, beauty and skincare supplements such as Skin Perfect Anti-Aging With Collagen and Skin Perfect Hair, Skin and Nails.

Functions of Indian Gooseberry

The chemical constituents of amla fruit extract include several vitamins (ascorbic acid, thiamin, riboflavin and niacin), tannins (Emblican A and Emblican B), gallic acid, diterpenes, triterpene lupeol, flavonoids and polyphenols. These active constituents appear to contribute to the antioxidant activity, antidiabetic and antitumor properties, and cardioprotective effects of Indian gooseberry extract.

Sources of Indian Gooseberry Extract

Amla extract is derived from the Emblica officinalis (or Phyllanthus emblica) plant, which is native to India and neighboring areas within Asia. While all parts of the plant may be used in traditional medicine, the Indian gooseberry extract found in dietary supplements is often derived from amla fruit.

Indian Gooseberry Benefits and Uses

The primary uses of Indian gooseberry are related to its antioxidant properties, meaning that it has the ability to protect cells from oxidation damage. This antioxidant effect contributes to other amla benefits, including Capros’ substantiated anti-aging, athletic performance and cardiovascular health claims. By inhibiting the oxidation reaction and preserving healthy cell function, Capros standardized amla extract has the potential to protect against the visible signs of aging, neutralize sweat-induced oxidative effects caused by the release of copper and iron, and maintain normal cardiovascular function.

Studies have also suggested that Indian gooseberry benefits may apply to the treatment of various medical conditions, such as diabetes, jaundice, headaches, inflammation, chronic ulcers and hyperlipidemia.

Side Effects of Indian Gooseberry and Potential Interactions

Supplements containing Indian gooseberry appear to be safe for most adults, and there are currently no known side effects of amla extract. NutraGenesis notes that Capros Indian gooseberry extract is GRAS-affirmed, which means it is “generally recognized as safe” by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

No interactions have been reported between amla extract and other medications; however, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center cautions that the strong antioxidant effects of Indian gooseberry extract may interfere with chemotherapy and radiation therapy.

Visit WebMD for the latest findings concerning amla extract side effects and interactions. As with any medication or health supplement, it is best to consult your physician before taking supplements containing Capros or Indian gooseberry extract.

Amla Extract Research and Studies

A number of studies have been conducted concerning Indian gooseberry extract and its antioxidant effects. In the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, researchers reported that Phyllanthus emblica extracts “have manifested protective effects on organs/tissues from damages induced by chemicals, stresses and aging in animal models” and “have potential in inhibiting the growth of cancer cells and reducing DNA damage induced by chemicals and radiation.”

An article in the Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine highlighted the anti-aging and skin-enhancing properties of amla extract. These claims have been corroborated by other research, including a study reported in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology, which found that amla fruit extract “effectively inhibits UVB-induced photo-aging in human skin fibroblast.” A recent article published in Pharmacognosy Research highlighted the beneficial effects of Indian gooseberry extract in relation to cardiovascular health, while studies cited in the Journal of Traditional and Complementary Medicine and Phytotherapy Research demonstrated its effectiveness as an anti-inflammatory agent. For additional amla extract research findings, refer to the PubMed site sponsored by the National Institutes of Health.

HGH.com and Skin Perfect Supplements With Capros Indian Gooseberry Extract

Consumers seeking anti-aging supplements with beneficial antioxidant effects may wish to consider products featuring Indian gooseberry extract. Capros standardized amla extract is featured in several health, beauty and skincare supplements from HGH.com’s sister company, Skin Perfect:

Skin Perfect Anti-Aging With Collagen – Capros amla fruit extract is featured among the proprietary blend of ingredients in Skin Perfect’s signature anti-aging supplement. Anti-Aging With Collagen harnesses the antioxidant properties of Indian gooseberry to help combat the visible signs of aging and strengthen the body’s resistance to negative stress.

Skin Perfect Hair, Skin and Nails – Featuring 30 active ingredients, this Skin Perfect supplement is formulated to improve the condition and appearance of hair, skin and nails. By leveraging the antioxidant activity of Capros amla extract, these powerful capsules are intended protect against cell and tissue damage caused by the sun’s rays, environmental factors and free radicals.

References (Function, Sources, Benefits/Uses and Side Effects/Interactions):

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. “Emblica Officinalis”; published under “About Herbs, Botanicals & Other Products” within Integrative Medicine area of website; last updated October 25, 2013. <http://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/herb/emblica-officinalis>

WebMD and Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database. “Indian Gooseberry”; published under “Vitamins & Supplements”; accessed July 28, 2014. <http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-784-gooseberry.aspx?activeIngredientId=784&activeIngredientName=gooseberry>

Research Sources:

Adil, Mushtaq D.; Kaiser, Peerzada; et al. “Effect of Emblica Officinalis (Fruit) Against UVB-Induced Photo-Aging in Human Skin Fibroblasts”; Journal of Ethnopharmacology; October 28, 2010. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20688142>

Dang, G.K.; Parekar, R.R.; et al. “Antiinflammatory Activity of Phyllanthus Emblica, Plumbago Zeylanica and Cyperus Rotundus in Acute Models of Inflammation”; Phytotherapy Research; June 2011. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21132843>

Datta, Hema Sharma and Paramesh, Rangesh. “Trends in Aging and Skin Care: Ayurvedic Concepts”; Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine; April 2010. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21836797>

Fatima, Nishat; Pingali, Usharani; and Pilli, Raveendranadh. “Evaluation of Phyllanthus Emblica Extract on Cold Pressor Induced Cardiovascular Changes in Healthy Human Subjects”; Pharmacognosy Research; January 2014. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24497739>

Tsai, Wen-Hsin; Yang, Chih-Ching; et al. “Therapeutic Potential of Traditional Chinese Medicine on Inflammatory Diseases”; Traditional and Complementary Medicine; July 2013. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24716170>

Yang, Baoru and Liu, Pengzhan. “Composition and Biological Activities of Hydrolyzable Tannins of Fruits of Phyllanthus Emblica”; Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry; January 2014. <http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24369850>

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Natural bodybuilding supplements are well worth the price for bodybuilders looking to make fast gains, especially when you consider the amount of additional effort and time that would be required to make those same gains without supplementation. For competitive bodybuilders, and for any athletes for whom performance is important, high quality bodybuilding supplements are well worth the price. However, one way you can save on bodybuilding supplements is by purchasing them online with free shipping. By getting bodybuilding supplements with free shipping, you can save even more money than you'd pay in a local retail store because you won't have to pay sales tax, depending on the state in which you reside.

HGH.com Offers Bodybuilding Supplements with Free Shipping

 

HGH.com offers free shipping on bodybuilding supplements, as well as all of the other all-natural supplements they sell. This includes human growth hormone, sexual enhancement, weight and fat loss, anti-aging, height and bone growth, and super food supplements, as well as muscle stacks consisting of several different supplements designed to be used in combination.

In order to receive free shipping from HGH.com on bodybuilding supplementation products, all you need to do is enter code "FreeShipping" during the checkout process.

The process is incredibly simple. For example, let's say you wish to purchase Anapolan Max 50 bodybuilding supplement from HGH.com. First, click the Body + Muscle Building category page in the left-hand navigation bar, then click Anapolan Max 50 in the dropdown menu. Next, select the desired quantity from the dropdown menu and click the "Add to Cart" button displayed immediately below. If you wish to add additional items to your cart before checking out, you may do so by continuing to navigate around the website using the left-hand navigation bar, or the horizontal navigation bar located near the top of the page.
When you're ready to place your order, click the "Item(s)" button with a shopping cart icon, located in the top-right corner of the page. You'll be brought to the Shopping Cart page, which confirms the individual items in your order as well as the total price of your order (note that you can change the quantity for any of your items here as well). Once you've reviewed your order, click the orange "Check Out" button and follow the on-screen instructions. You'll have the option of checking out as a guest or registering as an HGH.com member, which is recommended for a faster checkout process in the future.

Finally, when entering your address and payment information, you'll see a code box that allows you to type in the aforementioned code, "FreeShipping." After you enter this code, you'll see a shipping price of zero dollars, at which point you can place your order to receive free shipping on bodybuilding supplements.

HGF Max will  increase your HGH levels

HGF-MAX

1. L-Arginine: Triple Growth Hormone LevelsStudies show that Arginine can as much as triple your growth hormone levels, even in old age, and mixed with the ingredients within HGF MAX, it can as much as multiply them by TEN! It can also help improve your exercise performance for high-intensity, short duration work outs. It’s also been linked to helping Erectile Dysfunction due to its ability to increase blood flow. Further - It increases fat burning, builds muscle tissue, boosts immunity, promotes healing, enhances male fertility, and more!
   
2. L-Glutamine
   L-Glutamine is essential to your body and is used by your body during times of stress. It's important to your body's muscle maintenance. It increases energy levels and is known to add mental focus and alertness. It's also helpful with cell growth. Other studies have shown it to boost your immunity, lower cholesterol levels and lower blood pressure.
   
   
3. L-Lysine
   Lysine is an essential amino acid that the human body cannot produce naturally. Lysine works with the other essential amino acids in HGF MAX to maintain growth, lean body mass, and the body's store of nitrogen. Lysine with the other ingredients in HGF MAX can multiply your growth hormone levels by as much as 10 times! It can also help with your sexual stamina.
4. L-Tyrosine
   Tyrosine is used by the thyroid gland for the production of Thyroxine, another vital hormone shown in clinical studies to help reduce fatigue and depression, as well as regulate growth and metabolism.
5. Glycine
   Glycine is one of the key stimulatory agents that encourages your pituitary gland to secrete HGH! It also has a calming effect on the brain and may play a role in the health of the prostate. Studies show that a clear and significant increase of serum HGH was observed after people were given Glycine.
6. Astragalus extract
   Astragalus is used to boost the body's immune system as well as treating health conditions such as heart disease. Its antioxidant effects inhibit free radical production, thus helping to repair damaged cells and help stave off some of the signs and symptoms associated with aging.
7. Deer Antler Velvet 
   Deer Antler Velvet is a powerful and natural source of natural source of glucosamine, chondroitin and collagen that can help you boost your strength and performance. In the 1980s, scientists tested the effects of deer antler velvet on the performance of top athletes, and the results were astonishing. Deer antler velvet helped increase the strength and muscle mass of athletes, and speed their recovery time from exercise, enabling them to shatter records. Deer Antler Velvet is a must in Performance Enhancers.
8. GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric acid) 
   GABA (Gamma-aminobutyric acid) is essential for brain metabolism, and is made in the body from another amino acid, glutamic acid. As human growth hormone is produced in the brain by the pituitary, GABA HgH releaser influences the brain environment in a positive way to facilitate the production and release of growth hormone.
9. Phosphatidyl Choline
   This acts as an excellent emulsifier, facilitating the absorption of the other nutrients included in our HGF MAX. Phosphatidyl Choline also breaks down fat deposits in the body, making it helpful in the prevention of gallstones, atherosclerosis, heart disease, and liver problems, depression, memory loss, and neurological disorders.
10. L-Ornithine (L-Ornithine HCl)
    L-Ornithine is the most potent amino acid ever studied for stimulating the production and release ofHuman Growth Hormone from the pituitary gland. Studies of L-Ornithine have shown the ability to regenerate the thymus gland, liver, and heart tissue, enhance muscle growth, and increase immune system function.