Yohimbine for weight loss and drying. How to take it correctly?

Author: Slauta Alexander - sports nutrition specialist and gym trainer | more details >> Graduated from: Belarusian State Pedagogical University named after M. Tank. Specialty: social work, pedagogy. Courses on health-improving fitness and bodybuilding at the Belarusian State University of Physical Culture, at the department of health-improving physical culture. Master of Masters in arm wrestling, 1st adult category in hand-to-hand combat. Prize-winner of the Cup of the Republic of Belarus in hand-to-hand combat. Prize-winner of the Republican Dynamyade in hand-to-hand combat.

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If you are involved in professional sports or are simply preparing your body for the beach season, then you have probably thought about using fat burners and increasing your performance during the training process. If we take almost any fat burner with a thermogenic effect, we will see that it contains yohimbine hydrochloride (Yohimbine HCL). In this article, I will analyze the beneficial properties of this substance, tell you how it is used in fitness and analyze the myth that is common among bodybuilders about increasing testosterone production with the help of this drug.

So, Yohimbine is a substance obtained from the African plant Yohimbe, which grows in African countries and is sold in the form of an extract to increase male libido. The drug has a strong stimulating and sympatholytic effect. It is often used to treat impotence and improve libido in men.

Description

Yohimbine is an alpha adrenergic blocker.
Yohimbine, along with caffeine and synephrine, is a common ingredient in popular fat burners. But yohimbine gained particular popularity in combination with clenbuterol. Yohimbine is obtained mainly from the bark of the Yohimbe tree, which is where the drug takes its name. Yohimbine can also be obtained from the bark of the White quebracho and Rauwolfia serpentine plants.

The drug has a fairly short half-life of about 2 hours. Yohimbine is quickly and completely absorbed into the blood from the gastrointestinal tract and begins to act within 20-30 minutes after administration.

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Particular attention should be paid to the fact that in accordance with the Decree of the Chief State Physician of the Russian Federation dated December 8, 2009 No. 79 “On approval of SanPiN 2.3.2.2567-09”, yohimbine has been included in the list of plants and products of their processing since January 13, 2010. prohibited for inclusion in biologically active food additives consisting of one component. Multi-component additives are available.

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Proven effect of Yohimbine on the human body:

Enhances thermogenesis (fat burning).
It lifts your mood, increases physical activity, and increases your heart rate.
Enhances male libido in cases of its decrease caused by overwork or stress. Based on this property, yohimbine was included in the international list of drugs that can act as an aphrodisiac (a drug that increases sexual desire).
Stimulates the central nervous system, improves concentration.

In simple terms, yohimbine is able to successfully mobilize fatty acids to release energy. This property is similar to the effect of ephedrine. However, yohimbine does not enhance the release of adrenaline, does not affect heart function, and does not increase blood pressure at reasonable dosages.

Combination of yohimbine with clenbuterol

Let us remind you once again that the instructions say that yohimbine is incompatible with adrenergic agonists. One of them is clenbuterol. But still, some athletes combine these two drugs for faster fat burning. It is achieved by the fact that the first additive blocks alpha-adrenergic receptors, which promote fat deposition, and the second enhances the stimulation of beta-adrenergic receptors, which accelerate lipolysis. At the same time, the rate of fat burning increases.

Each organism is individual, so for some people the “maple” may not be completely normal. But if you still decide to take it together, then you need to add 1-2 tablets of yohimbine three times a day during meals to the solo course of “maple”, which is drunk in the first half of the day. When combined, these two products give a more powerful result.

How does yohimbine work?

The action of yohimbine is based on blocking the body's alpha adrenergic receptors. For a better understanding, let's go a little deeper into the theory. Alpha and beta adrenergic receptors are present in the human body. Alpha adrenergic receptors block fat burning, and beta adrenergic receptors, on the contrary, stimulate fat burning. So, yohimbine is aimed at blocking alpha adrenergic receptors. Thanks to this, fat can be easily destroyed with the release of energy (heat).

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Also, blocking alpha-adrenergic receptors helps lower blood pressure. Therefore, if your fat burner contains yohimbine (in high dosages), then such a common side effect as high blood pressure most likely will not affect you.

What is this

The main active component of the drug is a natural substance related to alkaloids. It has a bitter taste and can provoke various chemical processes in the human body. Yohimbine is found in several varieties of plants that grow in central and western Africa: white quebracho, rauwolfia serpentine, yohimbe tree.

Preparations containing yohimbine

Taking yohimbine before exercise can result in a much greater release of norepinephrine than a normal workout without the supplement. Since the concentration of alpha 2-adrenergic receptors is in problem areas in both men and women, yohimbine specifically blocks these receptors, its use is justified in the pre-competition period for better and high-quality burning of subcutaneous fat.

Due to effective stimulation of the central nervous system and increased motor activity, yohimbine will not be amiss to increase the duration of training and improve its quality.

Preparations that contain yohimbine can be single-component or multi-component.

One day I came across the Ukrainian-made drug Yohimbine Hydrochloride. Number of tablets: 50, 5 mg each. It can also be used for the above purposes.

Increased fat burning when taking yohimbine can be achieved by taking caffeine tablets (about 250 mg before training). This will increase the production of norepinephrine. As a general rule, if you are using a complex fat burner that contains yohimbine and caffeine anhydrous, you should not take any drugs that increase lipolysis and thermogenesis.

People who have taken yohimbine supplements for bodybuilding, to lose weight, improve physical energy, and increase sexual performance generally have had positive results. This is evidenced by numerous reviews on the Internet and online reviews.

Drug price

The average cost can vary from 190 to 1500 rubles. It depends on the manufacturer, the release form and the number of tablets in the package.

Yohimbine has established itself as a safe and effective fat burner that allows you to quickly get rid of extra pounds. But this remedy should not be considered a panacea - to achieve the desired effect, taking Yohimbine should be combined with a properly selected diet and regular exercise.

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Side effects of yohimbine

1) Pronounced fat burning effect due to blocking alpha adrenergic receptors.

2) Increased blood flow in adipose tissue, which promotes faster transport of fatty acids to the site of destruction (in muscle mitochondria).

3) Stimulation of the central nervous system (CNS). Thanks to this, mental concentration and cognitive functions improve, performance and motor activity increase. With yohimbine you can train longer and more intensely.

4) Increased potency and libido (more on this below).

5) Antidepressant effect. Yohimbine improves the psycho-emotional background, helps eliminate feelings of uncertainty, stiffness, discomfort and fear.

Thanks to all these positive properties, yohimbine helps people lose weight and achieve the desired definition. Almost all people who used yohimbine note that it helped them achieve their goals and get rid of extra pounds. Of course, do not forget that when taking the drug you need to adhere to the basic rules of fat burning, as well as a diet for weight loss.

People also note that yohimbine is most effective in combination with clenbuterol and ketotifen. I'll talk about this connection a little lower.

Having so many positive effects, yohimbine is practically harmless to the body, and its use is safe in most cases.

In small dosages, yohimbine can increase blood pressure, which can cause headaches, anxiety, insomnia, and redness of the skin when taken. If you take yohimbine as part of a complex fat burner (Lipo 6 or similar), these effects may be enhanced by other CNS stimulants contained in it, such as caffeine.

In large dosages (over 10 mg), yohimbine, on the contrary, can reduce blood pressure.

Most weight loss drugs work on the principle of destroying fat cells. Yohimbine is recognized as an alpha-adrenergic blocker. Its effect is different: by suppressing alpha and beta receptors, it inhibits the production of catecholamine hormones, which are responsible for the accumulation of fat in the subcutaneous tissue. The process is accompanied by a release of energy, so physical and mental activity increases. This makes the drug indispensable during weight loss training.

Other properties of quebraquine for weight loss:

improved blood flow and active breakdown of fat deposits;
increasing testosterone, which is responsible for accelerating the fat burning process;
transformation of fat calories into “heat”;
increased motor activity and increased physical endurance.

Fat burning occurs differently in both sexes. Women are prone to accumulating fat deposits on their thighs and buttocks. These are the so-called “problem” areas, the work on which is difficult due to the high content of insulin-dependent cells. The same alpha receptors prevent the breakdown of accumulated fat.

Among other things, the plant-derived alkaloid demonstrates a positive effect on the entire body:

stimulates the central nervous system;
has an antidepressant effect;
improves blood flow to the genitals;
has a positive effect on sleep quality;
increases performance;
improves reaction;
has a general strengthening effect.

The substance is used to prevent obesity.

What is Yohimbine

Yohimbine is a natural stimulating alkaloid derived from the African yohimbe plant. The substance is an aphrodisiac and increases libido, due to stimulation of the central nervous system it has a positive effect on male potency.

In sports, yohimbine began to be used as a fat burner, since the substance has a lipolytic effect. Therefore, in sports, yohimbine is taken during drying to accelerate the burning of subcutaneous fat.

Yohimbine and testosterone

Many athletes, particularly bodybuilders, believe that yohimbine can increase testosterone levels. However, this has not been proven. This opinion exists due to the fact that yohimbine is part of many drugs that are used to treat impotence. As a result of taking these drugs, blood circulation in the genitals increased.

That is, the ability of yohimbine to enhance erections does not yet indicate its ability to increase testosterone levels. I would like to emphasize that the effect of yohimbine on testosterone levels has not been proven.

Yohimbine for weight loss: reviews

Most of the reviews about the drug found on the Internet are positive. Athletes note not only an increase in energy levels and an improvement in their well-being, but also an increasing rate of burning fat deposits. Thanks to increased concentration, the effectiveness of physical activity increases. Athletes do a greater amount of work, as a result of which the effect of burning fat cells becomes more pronounced.

Reviews from men about Yohimbine are also positive. Representatives of the stronger sex say that the drug is a simple, cheap and effective remedy for impotence.

In addition, reviews indicate that side effects from taking the medication are rare. As a rule, they are caused by individual intolerance to individual ingredients included in the composition, or as a result of exceeding the recommended dosage.

Does yohimbine really increase potency?

Yes this is true. I will say more, initially yohimbine was used only as a treatment for erectile dysfunction and a stimulant of male potency. And only later they began to take it for fat burning purposes.

As I already said, yohimbine increases blood flow in adipose tissue, but not only in it alone, but throughout the body. This increases blood flow to organs throughout the body, and in particular to the pelvic organs (genitals). Yohimbine disinhibits the spinal centers of erection and ejaculation, thereby improving blood flow to the cavernous bodies (tissues of the penis).

Thanks to all this, yohimbine is a fairly effective remedy both in the fight against extra pounds and in the fight against sluggish potency and low libido.

By the way, in our online store you can purchase other drugs that increase potency, such as Viagra and Cialis.

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How to use Yohimbine

Yohimbine has become popular in bodybuilding precisely because of its ability to help the body during the process of losing weight. This is especially true for “problem areas” such as the stomach, sides, and thighs. The effect is accompanied by mental concentration and stimulating effects. This allows you to increase the duration and intensity of your workout.

Fat burning is also enhanced due to the acceleration of blood flow in adipose tissue, which is provided by the active component of the product.

Instructions for using the additive are as follows:

1-2 tablets with meals three times a day. The best effect is achieved when taken in the morning and immediately before training;
The concentration of the active substance in the blood decreases if the drug is combined with fatty foods, so during the course it is better to abstain from it or reduce its amount as much as possible;
As a result enhancer, you can use coffee without sugar or caffeine tablets (in total you need to take them in the first half of the day and no more than 200 g per day);
Course duration is 3-4 weeks. If necessary, it can be repeated again.

How to take yohimbine

Preparations based on quebraquine extract and yohimbine hydrochloride have different recommendations for use.

Taking Yohimbe dietary supplements

Quebraquine extract supplements should be taken with or immediately after meals with plenty of water. The tablets are swallowed whole without chewing them. The best time to take is the first half of the day. Taking in the evening should not occur later than a few hours before bedtime.

Take 1-2 capsules per day (depending on the content of the extract). The daily dose of plant extract should not exceed 2000 mg. The average course duration is 4 weeks. The interval between courses is 2-4 months.

The optimal amount of yohimbine hydrochloride for weight loss is no more than 30 mg per day (6 tablets). Take the drug in parts - 5-10 mg (1-2 tablets) at a time. The dose is considered safe. It is better to start taking tablets with a minimum dose, gradually increasing it. You cannot chew them - they are washed down with plenty of water. Complete absorption in the digestive tract occurs half an hour after administration. Disappears after 5-6 hours.

Recommended time for taking is morning. Breakfast from the moment of taking the supplement occurs only 4 hours later. In the interval, it is permissible to drink only water and coffee (caffeine enhances the fat-burning effect of the active substance). Strict restrictions are due to several points:

consumption with food increases insulin levels in the blood;
shortening the interval between taking the drug and food minimizes its fat-mobilizing properties.

Yohimbine hydrochloride for weight loss is always taken on an empty stomach. If physical activity is planned on the day of administration, the dose is taken 1 hour before training. The effect of the tablet begins 30 minutes after administration.

The optimal duration of the course is 2-3 weeks, the maximum is 10 weeks. Longer use causes the body's addiction and lack of reaction. The recommended break between courses is 2 months.

You can improve the effect of taking the supplement by playing sports and switching to predominantly protein foods:

meat;
nuts;
lean fish;
dairy products;
egg whites;
rice;
buckwheat;
low carb vegetables and fruits.

The consumption of carbohydrates and fatty foods should be kept to a minimum.

Overdose

If you forget about the rules for taking quebraquine, there is a risk of encountering the main symptoms of an overdose:

headache;
weakness throughout the body;
tremor of the limbs;
increased salivation;
impaired coordination;
increased sweating;
stomach pain;
nausea;
vomiting.

An overdose is likely when consuming 200 mg or more of yohimbine hydrochloride per day. Symptoms go away on their own within 2-3 hours.

The effective dosage of yohimbine for men is 20 – 30 mg, divided into several doses. For girls, the dosage is slightly less, and is 10 – 15 mg.

The dosage of yohimbine used should be divided into equal parts of 10 mg and taken in the morning every 2 hours.

It is not recommended to take yohimbine with fatty foods, as this reduces its concentration in the blood.

Dosages of 0.2 mg/kg body weight have been successfully used to increase fat burning without significant effects on cardiovascular parameters such as heart rate and blood pressure.

14 mg for a person approximately 65 kg
18 mg for a person approximately 90
22 mg for humans approximately 110

The drug is most effective between meals. Caution should be exercised at higher body weights as the cardiovascular system may not be prepared for the use of a stimulant agent such as yohimbine. When using yohimbine for the first time, always start with half the dose and assess tolerance before continuing.

Most bodybuilders take it before breakfast or a few hours after an additional meal to ensure they are in a fasting state. Drink plenty of water when using yohimbine or any other stimulant-like compound.

Yohimbine is especially used to enhance fat loss results among women during their cutting cycles.

In a study of 20 women who were prescribed a 1,000-calorie diet daily for three weeks, 10 patients received yohimbine and the other 10 were given a placebo. The group taking yohimbine lost more than 1 kg more weight than the placebo group.

An additional study among women looked at the effects of yohimbine supplements on mood, energy levels, and mental performance. However, the results were not always positive.

Preliminary clinical studies have shown that taking yohimbine for depression does not reduce symptoms. Preliminary clinical studies have also shown that the use of yohimbine is also ineffective for building muscle mass.

Research shows that yohimbine is generally well tolerated at low doses when taken as directed by a specialist. However, some people experience side effects even when using the recommended dose.

Yohimbine hydrochloride may cause these negative health side effects:

anxiety, nervousness;
cardiopalmus;
high blood pressure;
abdominal pain;
nausea and vomiting;
dizziness, fainting, headache;
muscle spasms.

Most of the side effects of yohimbine disappear once a person stops taking the compound daily. Drinking alcohol with yohimbine may make anxiety worse.

Children and pregnant women should not take yohimbine due to a lack of research on how this drug affects them.

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Features of application

Yohimbine hydrochloride should be taken wisely for sports purposes. How to do this correctly and safely? This question is asked by many athletes, both beginners and professionals. The main recommendations are as follows:

According to experts, the optimal daily dosage of the substance is from 10 to 20 mg.
To achieve the best results, professional trainers recommend calculating the dose of Yohimbine hydrochloride based on the athlete’s body weight: 0.2 mg per kilogram of weight. Therefore, if you weigh about 100 kg, you need to take 20 mg of Yohimbine throughout the day.
The daily dose is recommended to be divided into three parts. For the first time, the drug is taken in the morning, before meals. The second dose is approximately an hour before sports training and the final dose is 3-4 hours before the main meal. The product is washed down with clean water in large quantities.
Concomitant use with food significantly reduces its effectiveness, especially if the goal is weight loss and fat burning. The recommended duration of the therapeutic course is from 3 weeks to 2.5 months.

Contraindications for use

A course of weight correction using drugs based on quebraquine should not be started if the following indicators are present:

allergy to the components of the drug;
arterial hypotension or hypertension;
lactose intolerance;
liver or kidney failure;
diabetes;
vascular atherosclerosis;
arrhythmia;
depression;
mental disorders;
tendency to worry.

The combination of quebraquine with alcoholic beverages and antidepressants is unacceptable; use by pregnant and lactating women and children is prohibited. During menstruation, dietary supplements and medications with a plant alkaloid are taken with caution: large doses contribute to a strong rush of blood to the pelvis.

Typically, yohimbine is taken 30-45 minutes before training. A safe dosage is considered to be 5-10 mg. However, if you do not experience discomfort, then you can safely increase it to 20 mg, which will enhance the fat burning process.

The following side effects may occur when taken: fluctuations in blood pressure, excitability, insomnia, heart rhythm disturbances. If you experience these symptoms, you should reduce your dosage or stop taking it.

Contraindications

Yohimbine is contraindicated for some people. Although side effects are very rare, the following diseases and conditions should consult your doctor before using the drug:

individual intolerance to the main component;
any liver and kidney diseases;
arterial hypertension and hypotension;
pregnancy and breastfeeding;
minor age;
stomach ulcers and other gastrointestinal diseases;
glaucoma;
diseases of the heart and blood vessels;
taking similar stimulant drugs (it is necessary to reduce the dosage of both drugs and strictly monitor the intake).

Why is yohimbine hydrochloride better?

The substance, chemically synthesized in laboratories, is the main component of the drug of the same name. The action of yohimbine hydrochloride is more powerful: the release of the active substance occurs several times faster than that of herbal supplements.

Yohimbine hydrochloride is available in sachet form (white powder with a bitter taste), but is more often sold in tablets.

1 tablet contains 5 mg of active substance. Excipients are: potato starch, calcium stearate, lactose monohydrate.

Pack of 50 pcs. tablets cost about 240 rubles.

As you have already noticed, yohimbine is presented in our online store in the form of hydrochloride. And this is not easy. Most medications, as well as sports supplements and dietary supplements, are available in the form of hydrochloride. This form of the substance is better and faster absorbed by our body. Also, the advantages of this form include longer shelf life. This is why yohimbine hydrochloride would be the right choice.

Regarding the Yohimbine supplement, many studies have been conducted among Western scientists. Most responded that the supplement creates anorectic or appetite suppressant effects in the body. Research also showed that Yohimbine blocked α2-adrenergic receptors (receptors that help control the body's responses to adrenaline and norepinephrine), which contributed to improved lipid profiles.

Yohimbine also shows mechanisms of action associated with erectile dysfunction. Research on this explains that neurotransmitters in the brain influence the contraction and relaxation of the muscles and tissues of the penis, which affects the ability to get an erection.

A double-blind clinical study was conducted on the effects of yohimbe extract on body composition and exercise performance in football players. A group of male football players were given 20 mg of yohimbine daily for 21 days. While no improvements were observed in athletic performance, players reduced their average body fat levels from 7.1% to 9.3%. This research supports some of the claimed bodybuilding benefits of yohimbe.

How it works

Regardless of the type, the substance affects the body by affecting the sympathetic nervous system, thereby activating the physiological “fight or flight” response.

This releases chemicals called catecholamines into the blood. This in turn increases body temperature and blood pressure. At this moment, the released adrenaline and norepinephrine bind to fat cells using special receptors, after which the fat burning process starts.

Side effects

All manufacturers list the following side effects:

Headache and dizziness.
Abdominal pain and stool disorders, vomiting.
Changes in blood pressure: significant decrease or increase.
Increased heart rate.
Priapism is a persistent erection after sexual intercourse.

If adverse symptoms occur, it is necessary to reduce the dosage or stop using yohimbine, especially for men.

Manufacturers and prices

All drugs with yohimbine have the same effect and similar composition. Each athlete chooses a product based on preferences and cost.

Name	Manufacturer	Price, rub
Yohimbine hydrochloride	PrimaForce	1200
Super HD	Cellucor	2700
Yohimbine HCl + Alpha-Yohimbine (Max Strength Yohimbe	ALLMAX Nutrition	1950
Yohimbine HCl	Primaforce	1000

When choosing a drug, pay attention to all the components of the composition and remember if you are allergic to one of them.

The right choice and regular use of yohimbine in combination with training will give quick and safe results in the form of a decrease in body fat and the appearance of muscle definition.

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