Octopamine
A biogenic amine and constituent of Citrus aurantium (bitter orange). Octopamine is promoted as a fat loss agent, although there is only limited animal (and NO human) data to support this. Any effects on fat loss are likely to be weak, as its oral bioavailability is low. See David Tolson’s article, “Octopamine Science” for more...
Sesamin
A lignan in sesame seed with a number of interesting physiological effects. Sesamin can enhance plasma Vitamin E status and reduce experimentally-induced inflammation. It can also be converted to the mammalian lignan enterolactone, which is associated with reduced risk of developing certain cancers and heart disease. Sesamin has been touted as a fat loss supplement, on the strength of animal experiments showing it can increase fatty...
3,5,4′ Trihydroxy-trans-stilbene
See Resveratrol.
Resveratrol
A polyphenolic antioxidant compound found in red grapes/red wine, peanuts and certain berries – as well as a few other plants (Polygonum cuspidatum – Japanese knotweed – is the primary source used for resveratrol supplements). Studies on resveratrol have linked it to a wide range of benefits: anti-aging, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer and improvement of cardiovascular health. Beyond its uses for general health and...
3,7-Dihydro-3,7-Dimethyl-1H-Purine-2,6-Dione
See Theobromine.
Diindolylmethane (DIM)
A metabolite of indole-3-carbinol (I3C), a phytochemical found in cruciferous vegetables. DIM affects the way in which estrogens are broken down in the body. Supplementing with DIM increases the proportion of inactive (C-2 hydroxylated) metabolites relative to active, potentially carcinogenic (C-16 hydroxylated) ones. Ultimately, this could help reduce the risk of breast cancer in women. DIM can also inhibit the growth of prostate...
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