Is ephedra extract the same as ephedra?
My research has shown that ephedra extract is a derivative of
the plant that has had the alkaloids removed.
It is my understanding that the ephedra extract is not as strong
as the alkaloids and is also legal in all 50 states. It was ephedra
alkaloids that were banned in some states, although many states
later reversed that decision.
Ephedra Extract is a scam. You might as well go for Ephedra
Free. The real ephedra has alkaloids. They are not illegal as long
as it is used for nasal decongestion or as bronchodilators. People
use it to lose weight or to gain extra energy too.
However, they may have harmful side effects.
Usually Ephedra Extract comes from plants like Ephedra Viridis
or Nevadensis, those does not contain a certain Alkaloid that
contains Ephedrine which is very effective for weight loss.
Ephedra Sinica or Sida Cordifolia are 2 other Ephedra Plants
both containing Alkaloids and therefore they are considered to be
"real" Ephedra.