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| − | + | Blackbrush Acacia is used in weight loss [[dietary supplement]]s because of its [[Adrenergic agonist|adrenergic]] [[amine]] content. These compounds are claimed to stimulate [[Adrenergic receptor|beta-receptors]] to increase [[lipolysis]] and metabolic rate and decrease appetite.<ref>{{cite patent |country=WO |number=2006099274 |status=application |title=Dietary Supplement and Method of Using Same |pubdate=2006-09-14 |fdate=2006-03-13 |inventor=Jared R. Wheat |class=A61K36/48}}</ref> | |
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Revision as of 12:57, 8 January 2014
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General Plant Info
Acacia rigidula or Vachellia rigidula, commonly known as Blackbrush Acacia or Chaparro Prieto, is a species of shrub or small tree in the legume family, Fabaceae. This perennial is not listed as being threatened.[1] It reaches a height of Template:Convert.[2] Blackbrush Acacia grows on limestone hillsides and canyons.[3]
Geographic distribution
Its native range stretches from Texas in the United States south to central Mexico.
Identification
Alkaloid content
DMT, NMT, tryptamine, amphetamines, mescaline, nicotine and others, but this report is in serious question due to reference standards problems (clement et al 1998 ref Trout's Notes)
Extraction
Other uses
Blackbrush Acacia is used in weight loss dietary supplements because of its adrenergic amine content. These compounds are claimed to stimulate beta-receptors to increase lipolysis and metabolic rate and decrease appetite.[4]
Cultivation
Suppliers
Links
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