Before starting the actual formulation process for Repo! Energy, I thoroughly studied other products on the market. I determined the optimal blend of herbs, vitamins, minerals and chemicals naturally produced by our bodies. I carefully considered the chemical, physiological, and biological properties of each ingredient in order to effectively counter possible side effects. The result - an energy shot in which each ingredient plays a unique role, while boosting the performance of the other ingredients. The final product was formulated after years of study of both ancient herbal knowledge and modern cutting-edge research. REPO Energy will help its regular users reach a peak in their mental and physical performance as well as improve their long term health.
Is a prized ingredient in Chinese herbal medicine, frequently used to improve physical and mental stamina and to boost immunity. It is an “adaptogenic herb” (or adaptogen), which means it helps our bodies respond to stress while boosting energy. Ongoing research is delving into possible additional benefits such as cardiovascular, respiratory, and anti-cancer effects.
Has been used for millennia in Ayurvedic and East Asian medicine for its numerous beneficial health effects. Its biggest use has been as an anti-inflammatory agent for all forms of arthritis and tendonitis and research has shown it to be as effective as Ibuprofen without any of the numerous serious side effects of Ibuprofen and other NSAIDs. It is also known to be a powerful antioxidant and vasodilator agent and a recent study from UCLA showed a statistically significant benefit in Alzheimer’s disease including causing a reduction in the beta amyloid plaque.
Is a botanically related to Turmeric and shares many of the same benefits. In addition, it soothes the GI tract and has a powerful anti-nausea effect. Taken regularly, ginger lowers cholesterol.
Is another Ayurvedic herb which has been used in South Asia for centuries for its many beneficial effects on the body. Ashwagandha, along with ginseng, belongs to the “Adaptogen“ class of herbs which help our body deal better with stress, be it physical, mental, or biological. It is sometimes called “Indian Ginseng“ because of the many effects it shares with that East Asian wonder herb. It also helps calm the mind down and has an anti-anxiety effect.
Is another herb prized in Ayurvedic medicine. It has powerful anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and vasodilator effects . It has been added to the energy shot to enhance the effects of turmeric, which it does by facilitating its absorption and bioavailability to the tissues.
Is probably the most popular and well known stimulant used by hundreds of millions of people all over the world. The caffeine in our shot is natural and extracted from real coffee rather than a synthetic version. Synthetic caffeine used in most energy drinks is one of the causes of the dreaded energy “crash.” Caffeine is a stimulant of the central nervous system and in moderate doses it causes increased alertness and lessens fatigue; it also increases heart rate and blood pressure. In excessive doses it can cause over stimulation of the brain with increased nervousness, anxiety and palpitations. For these reasons, we have 170 mg of caffeine in our shot compared to the more than 200 mg to 300 mg of caffeine in leading popular shots. Since caffeine’s half life is 6-7 hours in our body, it is not recommended to be used within six hours of the intended sleep time. We have specifically added botanicals like Ginger, Turmeric, black pepper and amino acid Arginine, all of which have vasodilating and blood pressure lowering effects (among other short term and long term beneficial effects) to counter some of the blood pressure raising effect of both Caffeine and Ginseng.
Is the most popular natural sweetener and it has a very important role to play in our shot. It is important to remember that the glucose molecule is the only source of energy for our working brain cells (neurons). While other energy shots tout their no/low calorie status, it is of utmost importance that the brain cells while being stimulated to increase their work, be provided with glucose also; their only fuel source. Supplying brain cells with stimulants without providing them fuel for proper functioning is like jump starting the dead battery of your car without putting gas in its empty tank. If you don’t think it is a smart idea for your car, you can be sure that it isn’t for your brain cells either.
While preparing this formula, we addressed the dreaded “crash” that occurs frequently after taking other energy shots.The lack of sugar/fuel plays a big role in this “crash” and this problem does not exist with our shot during its testing stages. In our shot, cane sugar provides 30 calories, which is only 1% of the daily recommended intake of calories. Another benefit of the addition of cane sugar is that there is no “medicinal” aftertaste, a major complaint of the users of other low / no calorie energy shots. The balance of sweetness in our shot is provided by Sucralose, a safe artificial sweetener not associated with any long term health problem. **
Is a naturally occurring chemical in our body with many important functions. The main reason it is included in our energy shot is that it plays a crucial role in improving energy production in our cellular Mitochondria, the power plant in every cell of the body. Secondly, it also helps lower blood pressure so it helps balance some of the blood pressure elevating effects of Caffeine and Ginseng, two of the main stimulants in our formula. As noted above, there are other mild stimulants in our proprietary energy blend which can raise blood pressure in some people. Over the long term, CoQ 10 also serves as a potent antioxidant and has been used to improve heart muscle function in congestive heart failure.
Is an organic compound which is found in most tart and sour fruits. It is especially found in large amounts in apples, hence its name (“apple” is called “Malus” in Latin ). It improves energy production in different types of muscles and it has been shown to improve symptoms of Fibromyalgia
.Is one of the most important chemicals for optimal brain function and is naturally found in our body. Its production in the body decreases with age. It has been used in Japan and Europe (where it is a prescription medicine) for the treatment of stroke and Alzheimer’s disease. It helps our body make Acetylcholine which is a neurotransmitter for both nerve cells in the brain and at the neuromuscular junction of skeletal muscles.
All amino acids are building blocks of various proteins in our body. We have included several important amino acids in our shot formula because of their beneficial effects on the brain, blood vessels, and muscles. Arginine is a “semi essential“ amino acid and it is an integral part of several body protein. We have included it specifically in our shot because of its critical role in the production of Nitric Oxide (NO) which acts as a primary vasodilator in blood vessels all over the body, especially coronary (Heart) arteries. As other chemicals stimulate the shot users skeletal and cardiac muscles to work harder, Arginine acts as a ready substrate for the production of Nitric Oxide which dilates the blood vessels thus supplying additional oxygen and nutrients to take care of increased needs of the tissues.
This is another amino acid which has been included in our shot to provide a ready substrate for production of important neurotransmitters like Dopamine and Norepinephrine, especially during periods of stress like prolonged work and sleep deprivation. It has been reported to improve working memory during multitasking as well.
This is another very useful amino acid which plays an important role in the development and optimal function of CNS, skeletal muscles and retina. It has also shown benefits in congestive heart failure and shown to decrease blood pressure, thus balancing some of the blood pressure elevating effects of Caffeine, Ginseng and other botanicals in our shot. It is also reported to have an anxiolytic (anxiety reducing) effect.
Our shot contains Vitamins B1, B3 and B12, vitamin C and zinc. All the B vitamins play a crucial role in carbohydrate metabolism to help generate energy. In addition, B1 and B12 both play a critical role in nerve function and B12 is critical in the production of red blood cells. Vitamin B3, also called Niacin, causes relaxation of the blood vessel wall.
This has a myriad of critical functions in the body. It is crucial in collagen production thus strengthening the body and helping repair it quickly. In addition, it supports the immune system and is a powerful antioxidant to boot.
Zinc is present throughout the body’s tissues, playing a critical role in the breakdown of carbohydrates, body defences (immune response), and wound healing.
**To get the maximum benefit out of our shot it is recommended that you consume a healthy source of calories with it in order to provide a constant supply of glucose for the working neurons.
