What is geranium extract, its properties and side effects, and is it also banned in Russia?

Geranium extract is also called 1,3-dimethylamylamine or DMMA. It is used by bodybuilders and athletes before training. DMAA is a neurological stimulator, the intake of which contributes to a rapid increase in energy, which is similar in efficiency to caffeine and other classical stimulants, but the effect is achieved through other mechanisms.

For what? Is this dietary supplement prohibited in Russia or not? Why is it used not only by athletes, but also by students and office workers?

What is it?

It is a powerful neurological stimulant and organic compound that is claimed to have been obtained by distillation of leaves and stems of geraniums. Today, more and more they say that it is synthesized artificially and not from a plant. It is similar in structure to amphetamines, and when detected, urine is classified as doping, and sometimes as a drug.

Attention!Such a drug significantly increases concentration, provides a quick and strong surge of energy. It is used in power sports. However, it was originally introduced as a treatment for nasal congestion.

Is it banned in Russia or not?

Since 2011, the prohibition of DMAA began in different countries of the world: Great Britain, Canada, Australia, New Zealand. Even in the United States, where this substance was first obtained, there was talk of its insecurity. In Russia, he, although considered a stimulant, is of a “soft” type, i.e. not as much affecting the body as the same caffeine.

However, By 2014, the substance was banned in Russia by the Russian Anti-Doping Agency. Since 2009, its use has banned WADA.

Supplements containing geranium extract as one of the components are allowed for sale, but not for use by athletes. Simply put: this kind of sports nutrition can be eaten, but then the dope control does not pass. However, it is used not only in sports, as described below.

You can read about how geranium is used in sports nutrition here.

The properties

Dimethylamylamine has the following properties:

• Relieves puffiness.
• Improves mood.
• Improves memory.
• Burns fats.
• Stimulates the activity of the central nervous system.
• Promotes muscle building.
• Anesthetizes.
• Reduces appetite.
• It has a vasoconstrictor effect.
• Improves blood supply to the brain.

Most of these actions are caused by the fact that the substance contributes to the production of norepinephrine - one of the hormones of the adrenal glands. In addition, geranium extract stimulates the release of dopamine. Both have a powerful effect on the central nervous system. Do not use DMAA with alcohol. This can lead to heart attacks and stroke.

Important! Geranium extract is absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract, and already through the blood affects the nervous system.

Now you have learned about the properties of geranium extract. And from this article we suggest finding out what properties geranium as a whole has.

Where and from what is applied?

This dietary supplement is used:

1. As a stimulant for athletes and students before exams, it increases concentration, attention, speed and strength.
2. For weight loss because it speeds up the metabolism. And in combination with caffeine, metabolism can be accelerated by 35%, and the process of fat burning by 169%. However, remember that DMAA alone cannot lose weight. Its use should be combined with a diet of physical activity.
3. As an energetic because of the increased intensity of energy production.
4. As a bodybuilding supplement because it constricts blood vessels and raises blood pressure. So you can stimulate muscle hypertrophy. Applies before training for 1-1.5 hours.

Remember that in professional sports, geranium extract is regarded as doping!

Where and for how much can I get?

DMAA can be purchased at online sports nutrition stores and pharmacies. Sold in capsules in dosages: 100, 60 and 50 mg. Most often, geranium extract is a foreign-made drug, so its price is especially high. The price ranges from 1500 to 2500 rubles, depending on the store. You can get a share and buy the drug for 1000 rubles. For less cost, you can run into a fake.

DMAA is found in the following types of sports nutrition:

1. Cyroshock.
2. Jack3d.
3. Mesomorph.
4. Neurocore
5. Oxyelite powder.
6. Hemo Rage Black.

Advice! If you use geranium extract as a dietary supplement, then you need to use it cyclically, periodically discontinuing use. Follow the manufacturer's directions for dosage and method of use clearly. Otherwise, side effects cannot be avoided. More than 1-2 times a day, geranium extract can not be used.

Side properties

These include:

• Insomnia.
• Shiver.
• Headache.
• Mental agitation.
• Nausea.
• Sweating.
• Increased blood pressure, tachycardia, stroke.
• Lethargy.

Most often, symptoms occur with overdoses of the drug.

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Conclusion

As we saw, DMAA can be classified as a useful drug, but banned for use by professional athletes in Russia and in the world by the Anti-Doping Agency. When using, you should remember about a large number of side effects.

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