Coleus forskohlii is a medicinal plant used since ancient times for a wide variety of health problems. Coleus extracts and their principal active ingredient forskolin have attracted the attention of researchers because of their many beneficial effects.
The key to Coleus’ power is its ability to increase levels of cyclic adenosine monophosphate or cAMP within the cell. cAMP is a powerful regulator and activator of cell functions such as the production of energy and proper response to hormones.*
Coleus has been patented for its ability to promote lean body mass. Coleus has also been incorporated into many diet and weight loss products both because its active ingredient forskolin enhances the sensitivity of cells to thermogenic compounds (which tends to decline with age) and because increased cAMP levels are important for proper thyroid function.*
