Carmen Electra's NV

Carmen Electra is endorsing the NV Rapid Weight Loss Beauty Pill. It claims to make you both slimmer and more beautiful - what more could you want from a diet pill than that!

The pill comprises three separate blends of ingredients - weight loss, beauty and energy. The weight loss complex consists of the following ingredients.

- Green Tea extract.. Increases energy expenditure and burns calories
- Hoodia Gordonii.. A natural anti-suppressant
- Theobromine.. Has a thermogenic, calorie-burning effect

The beauty complex contains more ingredients:

- Collagen.. Responsible for skin elasticity
- Alpha-Lipoic Acid.. A natural anti-oxidant that gives skin cells extra protection
- Silica.. Improves the condition of hair and nails
- Biotin.. A B-complex vitamin for improving nail thickness and strength
- Coenzyme Q10.. Improves skin health and appearance

Last of the three is the energy complex - NV's manufacturers claim that it gives you the vivacity and dynamism to enjoy life. The ingredients are as follows.

- Taurine.. Energy enhancing and anti-fatigue properties
- Ginseng.. Clinical studies have shown that it increases energy
- Rhodiola Rosea.. Increases Mental Alertness

Trimspa with Anna Nicole Smith

Trimspa used to contain Ephedra, a supplement now banned in the US. But they remodelled their formula, added a celebrity endorsement from Anna Nicole Smith and relaunched their product. However, her recent death has created doubt about whether the Trimspa brand will survive.

Anna Nicole first tried Trimspa in 2003 and reportedly lost 69lbs in 6 months. She admitted to doing regular colon cleanses and changing her diet. But she claims that Trimspa was responsible for most of the weight loss.

Trimspa contains two major ingredients:

- Hoodia Gordonii.. a plant native to South America that is currently the most sought after weight loss supplement on the market
- Glucomannan.. a water soluble dietary fiber that expands in the stomach to reduce appetite

Trimspa does have some reported side effects - occasionally users have complained of anxiety, insomnia and migraines. Other users have found it more effective to buy Hoodia and Glucomannan separately, rather than in the Trimspa package. Trimspa is also expensive and this makes it tough for everyone to afford - make sure to set aside at least $50 a month.

Natural ways to increase testosterone by Dr.Savitha Suri

Testosterone hormone is produced by testicles in men. It is responsible for development of male sexual characters like physical strength, muscle mass, body shape, body hair, deep voice, sexual function etc. Erectile dysfunction occurs when testosterone level is reduced. But this is not the only cause for erectile dysfunction.

Causes for low testosterone levels:

Age: The testosterone level in blood start reducing as age advances .Usually it starts between 35 to 45 years of age. Irrespective of age the andropause in men sets in as the testosterone level starts dipping.

Injury to testicles: Testicles are prone to injury as they are suspended outside the abdomen. Injury to both testicles can reduce testosterone production

Infection of testicles: If mumps infection during adolescence or early adult hood involves testicles it may affect testosterone production

Cancer treatments: The treatments for cancers like chemotherapy or radiation therapy may temporarily cause reduction of testosterone levels. But some times it may become permanent.

Diseases : Chronic kidney related diseases, Cirrhosis of liver, Sarcoidosis, chronic illness etc can also cause low testosterone levels .

Medications: Corticosteroid medications and medicines used to treat prostate cancer can cause lowered testosterone level.

Apart from the above mentioned reasons alcoholism, stress, insufficient exercise, obesity and a poor diet which is not rich in nutrients can also cause lowered testosterone levels.

Symptoms of lowered testosterone levels

* Erectile dysfunction * Obesity * Osteoporosis * Infertility * Low sexual drive * Fatigue or weakness * Enlarged male breasts * Decreased body hair * Loss of muscle mass * Depression * Loss of concentration. * Mild anemia

Simple natural ways to increase testosterone level

* Increased weight or obesity leads to increased estrogen levels. Increased estrogen lowers testosterone level. Hence try to shed excess fat. Do not fast or skip meals to shred excess fat. Once again poor eating habit reduces testosterone level. Losing 2kgs of weight per month is always ideal. * Do not take a diet which is very high in protein. Reduce carbohydrates, sugar and oil content in daily diet. * Regular eating habit prevents frequent fluctuation of hormonal level. * Exercise regularly. * Perform sex frequently specially in morning. Frequent sex reduces weight and increases testosterone levels. * Eat pea nuts, pea nut butter and olive oil. * Reduce alcohol intake * Relax and try to distress. Yoga and meditation help to reduce stress level.