LeanTone-Max By Merry Clinic Overview & Drug Interactions

Supplement: LeanTone-Max by Merry Clinic

This product contains

• Sacred Lotus

  Description:

  Nelumbo nucifera, also commonly known as the sacred lotus or Indian lotus, is a species of aquatic flowering plant in the water lily family (Nymphaeaceae). It is native to Asia and is widely cultivated for its flowers and for use in traditional medicine. The plant also produces large, round seeds that are contained in a spiky pod. The sacred lotus is an important cultural and spiritual symbol in many parts of the world. In traditional medicine, the roots, leaves, seeds, and flowers of the lotus are used to treat a variety of conditions, including digestive problems, skin ailments, and respiratory issues. The plant is purported to have anti-inflammatory, diuretic, and sedative properties. The flowers, seeds, leaves, and rhizomes (underground plant stem) of lotus are all considered edible.

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  Ingredient Group	Lotus
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Sickle-Pod Senna

  Ingredient Group	Sicklepod
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Chinese Hawthorn

  Description:

  Hawthorn is a shrub native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It is a member of the rose family and is known for its thorny branches and small, white or pink flowers, which bloom in the spring. The fruit, called a haw, is a small red berry that is edible and often used in traditional medicine. Hawthorn has been used to treat a variety of conditions, including gastrointestinal discomfort, heart disease, high blood pressure, and chest pain. For its purported blood pressure-lowering abilities, it is thought to work by dilating blood vessels and improving blood flow to the heart. Hawthorn dietary supplements are typically standardized extracts of the berry, leaf and flower of the plant.

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  Ingredient Group	Hawthorn
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Asian Water Plantain

  Ingredient Group	Alisma
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Poria sclerotium

  Ingredient Group	Poria mushroom
  Category	other

  
  

  Bai-zhu Atractylodes

  Description:

  Atractylodes is a genus of flowering plants native to eastern Asia, with its roots being used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), traditional Japanese medicine (Kampo), and traditional Thai medicine. It is found in formulations like ninjin-yoei-to and shenling baizhu san. Pharmacokinetic studies show that atractylodin, a major bioactive compound, is absorbed rapidly after oral administration, with peak plasma concentrations reached within 0.5-2 hours. The root contains sesquiterpenoids, sterols, and essential oils, with constituents like atractylenolides and atractylon. These compounds contribute to various purported pharmacological effects, including anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, and gastrointestinal effects, but more research is needed for a better understanding of its overall effectiveness in these areas.

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  Ingredient Group	Atractylodes
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Tangerine

  Ingredient Group	Tangerine
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Fo-Ti

  Ingredient Group	Fo-Ti
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Lycium

  Description:

  Goji berries, also known as wolfberries, are a type of fruit native to China that grows on the goji (Lycium barbarum) shrub. Goji berries have a sweet, slightly sour taste and are often used in dried form as a snack or added to cereals, yogurt, and other dishes. They are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, and are purported to have anti-inflammatory, immune-boosting, and anti-aging properties. They are also a good source of protein and fiber. Dietary supplements containing goji are sometimes standardized for their polysaccharide content.

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  Ingredient Group	Goji
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Astragalus

  Description:

  Astragalus is a genus of plants native to Asia and Northern Africa, and is known for its small, yellow or purple flowers and its long, tapering root. In traditional medicine, astragalus has been used to boost the immune system and treat a variety of conditions, including colds, flu, and upper respiratory infections. It is commonly referred to as an 'adaptogen', which are theorized to help the body resist stress.

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  Ingredient Group	Astragalus
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Bitter Orange

  Description:

  Bitter orange, also known as Seville orange or sour orange, is a type of citrus fruit that is native to Southeast Asia. It is closely related to the sweet orange, but has a much more bitter and sour flavor. Bitter orange is a rich source of vitamin C and other nutrients, including calcium, potassium, and folate. It is also a good source of antioxidants. Bitter orange has been used in traditional medicine for a number of purported health benefits, including improved digestion, improved immune function, and reduced inflammation. Bitter orange also contains synephrine, a compound similar in structure to ephedrine. Synephrine is thought to have stimulant effects and is often used to increase energy, improve athletic performance, and as a weight loss supplement. When used as a dietary supplement, the dosage is typically standardized by its synephrine content.

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  Ingredient Group	Bitter orange
  Category	botanical

  
  

  Chinese Rhubarb

  Description:

  Rhubarb is a plant part of the Polygonaceae family. It is a popular ingredient in cooking and the root is used as a food flavoring agent. The stalk, root, and rhizome of rhubarb are sometimes used medicinally for a variety of ailments, including menopausal symptoms, pancreatitis and gastrointestinal conditions. The leaves of the rhubarb plant contain oxalic acid and are toxic. They should not be consumed.

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  Ingredient Group	Chinese Rhubarb
  Category	botanical

  
  

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