EnerXan is a unique energy supporting formula designed to be an integral part of the BodySMART Lifestyle Management Program.

In addition to the Green Tea Leaf, Guarana Seed, and Yerba Mate Leaf extracts, EnerXan contains Dutch cocoa extract, and cinnamon bark along with the amino acid L-tyrosine and the trace-mineral chromium. These synergistic ingredients help support feelings of energy and vitality.

Green tea has been used in Asia for at least 4,000 years. It contains volatile oils, vitamins, minerals and caffeine, but the primary constituents of interest are the polyphenols, particularly the catechin called epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). The polyphenols, which are potent antioxidants, are believed to be responsible for most of green tea's roles in supporting good health.

Guarana is an evergreen vine indigenous to the Amazon basin, and the crushed seeds of the plant have long been used as an energy supporting beverage or extract. Caffeine and the closely related alkaloids theobromine and theophylline make up the primary active components in guarana. The resinous extract of guarana seeds releases these components much more slowly into the system than do coffee and tea.

Cinnamon is a widely used spice, also known to be rich in antioxidant polyphenols, particularly procyanidin dimers and oligomers (OPCs). One of the polyphenols in cinnamon, known as methylhydroxy chalcone polymer, provides particularly strong nutritional support for the body's ability to furnish a steady fuel supply to the brain and body.

Yerba Mate is the most popular energy supporting herbal drink in South America, particularly in Brazil and Argentina. More than190 compounds have been identified in this complex plant. Yerba mate is naturally teeming with nutrients: 24 vitamins and minerals, 15 amino acids, and potent antioxidants, as well as caffeine and theobromine.

Chromium, an essential mineral (i.e. it must be supplied in the diet), is a trace mineral important to one's health. It is found in a concentration of 20 parts per billion in the blood. Chromium nutritionally supports the activity of important enzymes in the body. Chromium is poorly absorbed from the intestinal tract. Less than 3% of dietary intake is retained. The amount of chromium stored in the body decreases with age. Diets high in sugars and other refined carbohydrates increase utilization and excretion of chromium from the body. EnerXan contains a proprietary blend of chromium picolinate and chromium polynicotinate, which are among the most bioavailable and expensive forms of chromium supplements.

Cocoa (processed with alkali) which scientists have identified over 300 compounds in the cocoa bean, including all the major vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, as well as saturated, monounsaturated, and polyunsaturated fatty acids. It is a particularly rich source of the mineral magnesium, and the amino acid L-tryptophan which helps support healthy moods. Other substances found in cocoa powder, such as phenylethylamine, theobromine, and anandamide, have also been associated with supporting healthy moods.

L-tyrosine is an amino acid (protein building block) that is important to the structure of almost all proteins in the body, and also supports healthy moods and energy. In addition, it is needed by the thyroid, which is one of the key regulators of energy and metabolism for nearly all cells of the body.

Each tablet of EnerXan contains about 50 mg of caffeine. 4 average cups of coffee contain about 300 mg of caffeine, though a "double shot" of espresso can provide as much as 200 mg.

EnerXan contains many hundreds of phytochemicals besides caffeine, but it's caffeine content needs to be understood and respected. Most people should not consume more than 6 tablets a day (300 mg of caffeine),unless they have been heavy users of coffee (heavy long term use results in tolerance to caffeine).

If you have not been using any caffeine containing beverage or product, you should start with only 1 tablet of EnerXan, as you may be more sensitive to caffeine than people who have been using it. Most people will find that their desire for coffee or other caffeine containing drinks decreases after taking EnerXan, and that the energy boost is "smoother" than that from coffee, tea, or colas. You should decrease your intake of other caffeine containing products while using EnerXan, so as not to become overstimulated.

People who are sensitive to the effects of caffeine should not take EnerXan later than early afternoon, or it may interfere with sleep. Excessive use, as with all caffeine containing products can result in difficulty sleeping, nervousness, irritability, or other negative effects associated with oveconsumption of caffeine.

Most people who drink 1-4 cups of coffee a day will find that 1-3 EnerXan before breakfast and 1-3 before lunch, as part of a sensible program of diet and exercise, as outlined in the Life Plus BodySMART Lifestyle Management Program, will provide good, stable energy levels throughout the day.