Overview

Relora Max Stress Relief & Weight Control

Relora® Max is a natural proprietary blend of a patented extract of Magnolia officinalis and a proprietary extract from Phellodendron amurense. Relora® was developed as an ingredient for dietary supplements and functional foods that could be used in stress management and for stress-related appetite control. This patented blend of plant extracts is the result of screening more than fifty plant fractions from traditional plant medicines used around the world. Relora® has excellent stress management properties without causing sedation.

Relora® Max is a natural stress management ingredient that helps control stress-related eating and has the added value of being non-sedating. In central nervous system receptor binding assays the plant extracts in Relora® binds to several important targets associated with stress. It does not bind to the benzodiazepine receptors that would cause sedation, yet has the relaxing qualities

that have been demonstrated in both animal and human studies. In addition, it normalizes hormone levels associated with stress-induced weight gain and eating behavior. Stress has been shown to play a significant role in a variety of conditions. A large percentage of overweight adults have excessive abdominal fat due to stress-related over eating. Relora® appears to maintain healthy hormone levels in stressed individuals and act as an aid in controlling weight and stress-related eating.

Relora® Max Prevents Weight Gain

When chronic stress occurs, the adrenal glands release stress hormones in large amounts. Elevated stress hormones may lead to excess body fat in several ways. First, they are a potent signal to the brain to increase our appetites and cravings for pleasurable foods, or "comfort foods" such as sugar, fat, and alcohol. Second, these hormones act as a signal to our fat cells to hold onto as much fat and release as little stored fat as they can. Next, they block the effects of many hormones such as insulin, so blood sugar control suffers and comfort food cravings go up. Stress hormones can also interfere with serotonin, one of our brain's mood chemicals, leading to a depressed feeling and a drive for more comfort foods. Plus these hormones interfere with the hormone known as growth hormone resulting in muscle loss and fat gain. Lastly, sustained stress hormone elevation can lower thyroid function and that means that your metabolism gets turned down. All of these effects can combine to cause our bodies to take in more calories and burn off fewer calories — so we gain weight — and we tend to gain it specifically around our bellies (which increases our risk for hypertension, diabetes and heart disease).

Excess Tummy Flab is not your fault

That's the startling conclusion reached by scientists who discovered stress is the likely cause of stubborn belly fat. But instead of simply identifying the problem, this time they may have found the solution! According to government researchers, the link between stress, tension, and excess belly fat is clear. High levels of cortisol stress hormone can cause pound after pound of excess body fat to accumulate around your waist and tummy, a health-threatening, figure-destroying condition affecting an estimated 47 million Americans... mostly women.

To decrease stress and stress related weight gain, you need to learn to manage your stress levels. Exercise, use meditation or have a quiet place to retreat to when you're stressed out. Eating a diet that's low in refined sugars or that have a low glycemic index helps decrease the stress of blood sugar fluctuations on our bodies. Eat meals at regular times each day (it's best not to eat after 7pm). Drinking plenty of quality water during the day also helps decrease the fatigue commonly seen around mid-day and early afternoon.

8 out of 10 people feel more relaxed

Relora® helps control stress-related symptoms, such as: irritability; emotional ups and downs; restlessness; tense muscles; poor sleep; concentration difficulties. Post trial analysis revealed an excellent agreement with the pretrial concept. In addition, Relora® reduced stress-related snacking of sweets, such as ice cream, cake, pie, and cookies by 76% in those individuals that claimed they ate these types of foods under stress.

Clinical Trial

A double-blind placebo-controlled clinical trial with Relora® was completed in January 2004. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of Relora® in overweight women who typically eat more in stressful situations. Twenty-eight subjects completed the study and Relora® was well tolerated. There was a significant weight gain during the study for the placebo group but no significant weight gain and some weight loss for the Relora® group. There was also a significant reduction in anxiety scores. The mechanism of action appears to be through reduction or normalization of stress hormone levels, and possibly perceived stress, thereby helping subjects maintain body weight.

Ingredients

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ
Will Relora® help me lose weight?
Are there any side effects of Relora®?
How does Relora® interact with caffeine such as in coffee and soda?
When exactly should I take Relora® for the best results?
How long before you notice the effects from taking Relora®?
Are there carbohydrates in Relora®?
What are the Ingredients?
Can I take Relora® with my prescription medication?
Can I use Relora® with other supplements?
Can you drink alcohol with Relora®?
How long can I take Relora®?
Is Relora® FDA Approved?

Will Relora® help me lose weight?


Relora® is for stress and stress-related eating. It should be used as an adjunct to an exercise and diet program. Relora® may help a person lose weight if he or she has excessive weight due to excessive stress. Excessive stress can lead to food cravings and increased fat, particularly in the belly. Relora® appears to help cut carbohydrate cravings when they are due to stress by normalizing hormone levels and producing a less stressed state.

Are there any side effects of Relora®?


Relora® is generally well tolerated. Some individuals experience mild drowsiness with Relora®. This drowsiness usually dissipates within the first couple of days. Like any plant, there is always the possibility of an allergic reaction. If you are allergic to either magnolia or phellodendron plants then there is the possibility that you will have a reaction.

How does Relora® interact with caffeine such as in coffee and soda?

Relora® should not be taken with stimulants such as caffeine. Their pharmacological actions are opposing.

When exactly should I take Relora® for the best results?

600 mg of Relora® should be taken daily in divided doses, twice a day, morning and evening. Relora® should be taken with food. Although most people do not have a problem taking Relora® on an empty stomach, there is a small percentage of the population that might experience some stomach upset when taken on an empty stomach.

How long before you notice the effects from taking Relora®?

Relora®'s stress reduction benefits start working within a few hours. But some people don't feel the effects for a few days.

Are there carbohydrates in Relora®?


Each 300mg capsule of Relora® contains approximately 0.2 grams of carbohydrate.

What are the Ingredients?

Relora® is a propriety blend of a patented plant extract from the Magnolia officinalis tree and a patent-pending plant extract from the Phellodendron amurense tree.

Can I take Relora® with my prescription medication?

All of our studies demonstrate that Relora® is very safe. But, we cannot recommend the use of Relora® if you are currently being treated for a medical condition. The decision to take Relora® in this case is up to your physician. Relora® should not be used by women trying to get pregnant, or during pregnancy. We cannot recommend the use of Relora® while breastfeeding simply because we do not know if any of the metabolites from Relora® might cross over into the milk.

Can I use Relora® with other supplements?


Relora® can be taken safely with vitamins and minerals. But it is difficult to ascertain all of the potential interactions with other herbal/botanical supplements. We suggest you not take Relora® in combination with other herb/botanical supplements unless recommended by a health professional.

Can you drink alcohol with Relora®?


Relora® may cause drowsiness and alcohol may intensify this effect. Use caution in operating automobiles and heavy machinery.

How long can I take Relora®?

You should continue for a least a month. If after a few months you would like to see how you are doing without Relora®, feel free to take a couple weeks off and see how you do. Otherwise, you can take Relora® for an indefinite period of time.

Is Relora® FDA Approved?

Relora®, like all dietary supplements, is regulated by the FDA under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994.