Product Design Report
(January 1999)
The key ingredient in Bliss Extra is the Aserone contained in our
Calamus extract. Shortly after ingestion, Aserone is converted into
TMA-2, a hallucinogen with 18 times the potency of Mescaline.
TMA-2 is the basic building block from which most modern amphetamines
were originally derived. Bliss Extra is the only Ecstacy alternative
that offers the exceptional Aserone High.
The Ecstacy like hallucinogenic properties of Aserone together with
the stimulating properties of the Sida cordifolia extract, and the
other balancing ingredients, make Bliss Extra the first truly E like
Ecstacy alternative.
Dosage
An appropriate E like dose is 3 capsules.
The experience usually begins after about 30 mins following ingestion,
and peaks after about 2 hours, and lasts for around 6-8 hours.
The Experience
Euphoria, particularly linked to music and motion.
Strong physical stimulation.
A pleasant feeling of intoxication.
Energy rushes with heightened peripheral sensitivity and tingling
sensations.
The most authentic Ecstacy experience available.
The design of Bliss Extra, our Herbal Ecstacy alternative, has, as
is usual for our products, taken some time to develop, but the end
result has proven to be exceptional and very pleasing.
For this Herbal Ecstacy product the majority of the effects are due
to the Calamus content with the Sida cordifolia adding a further important
nuance. The overall effect is tempered by and effected markedly by
the other ingredients so that the overall experience is unique to
our Herbal Ecstacy product.
Below are short comments upon each component. The important point
is that each plays a part and cannot be ignored; the designed effects
are stimulation, warmth, mental activity, enhancement of musical perception,
conversation, interpersonal relations [sex], rushes, mood elevation
and a general psychedelic behaviour.
The duration of the experience is based upon two variables, namely
the quantity and the individual.
The quantity found in one packet will last up to 6-8 hrs and will
be prolonged, not heightened - like most psychedelic experiences-
by further ingestion. This is in itself a useful property as the minimization
of addictive properties leads to less repeated dosages, but more return
purchases. Two packets will give a high that will last up to 10hrs.
Needless to say the role the individual plays is an important one
and these standard times are subject to wide variations.
This product treats the whole organism rather than parts of it. The
components work together to produce an effect that is greater than
the sum of each individually. The designs are based upon treating
the whole by giving the organism every thing it requires to reach
a better state of awareness by its own natural mechanisms rather than
direct stimulation (i.e. medicines or drugs). The products components
are all natural.
Calamus
Calamus is the supplier of the chemicals asarone and ß-asarone,
both of which are metabolized into the compound TMA-2 [which has ten
times the potency of mescaline] and various sesquiterpenes and minor
substituted aromatics that produce their own unique effects. TMA-2
is a known psychedelic with interesting dose related effects that
start with stimulation and progress to a warmer deeper effect and
finally to fully psychedelic effects.
Bliss Extra contains enough Calamus extract to cause the prevalence
of Calamus' more stimulating properties to prevail. As the amount
of Calamus consumed increases, its effects change from being an MDMA
like stimulant, to a more LSD like hallucinogen, and as the dose increases
further the effects become more Ketamine related, with ‘out
of body’ experiences reported with extremely high doses.
Calamus usage has been noted in the Cree Indians of Northern Alberta
who chew it for oral hygiene and as a stimulating tonic that in relatively
large quantities cause one to “walk a foot above the ground”.
They apparently suffer no unpleasant side effects. In fact, those
who use it seem to be in better general health than those who do not.
The plant also has many medical uses and has a proven record of safe
and effective use for these purposes.
N.B. Contraindications for MAOI’s.
There are recommendations for this product to be borne in mind as
it contains compounds [amines and amine precursors] that in the presence
of MAOI’s and in the right conditions can lead to un-desired
interactions. Joint consumption with of these products and MAOI’s
from medical or other sources should be avoided [this is specifically
mentioned for Calamus].
Ginseng
This is known as the king of herbs because of its multitude of medicinal
uses including the control of both high and low blood pressure. It
is a true adaptogen as it is used by the body to 'adapt' itself for
exercise, exertion, mental and emotional work and so on with the added
bonus that ginseng also works as a relaxant. It is a true stimulant
of the mind and body but does not compare to any illegal substance.
It regulates the whole of the body and is used here as the most important
single component in these supplements to maintain the correct balancing
of the body and mind.
Ginseng is also one of the most carefully researched botanicals in
the world. The Research Institute of the Republic of Korea has alone
cited and abstracted 1,191 books and papers published on ginseng between
1687 and 1975, and recent history has this increasing daily.
We need not say much more about the positive aspects of ginseng,
as every consumer in this country will have already heard, seen, or
tried a ginseng product in the last five years which claims to solve,
cure or ease all manner of problems (mental and physical), and to
extend and generally improve the quality of life!!
Here is our summary of its effects as listed for ingredients.
Siberian Ginseng: This is the most potent form of ginseng. It is
a stimulant, as well as an adaptogen, acting as a graphics equaliser
for all of the bodies glands, compensating for imbalances and thus
enhancing the bodies recuperative powers.
L-Phenylanaline
L-PHENYLANALINE (L-Phe)
This is an essential amino acid that must be present in the diet.
An average person consumes approximately 20g a day from natural protein
sources.
Phenylalanine is a neurotransmitter that is metabolised into various
endogenous amines that act as excitatory transmitters such as noradrenaline,
dopamine and epinephrine (ephedrine) which promote alertness and vitality.
Noradrenaline and dopamine are the compounds that are structurally
similar to the drugs of abuse such as speed, meth, ecstasy, MDA, Mescaline,
PCP, Morphine, Heroin etc. which they mimic for their activity.
Additionally L-Phe is metabolised to Tyrosine, an amino acid that
is the most direct precursor to norepinephrine, dopamine and epinephrine
(ephedrine). Tyrosine is the nutrient that is most used in recovery
and has been shown to keep neuronal damage to a minimum during stress.
As a supplement is has similar effects to that of L-Phe. It is not
an essential amino acid as it can be metabolised from L-Phe - although
it is important that there is a vitamin C supply so that it can be
properly metabolised.
L-Phe is referred to as a natural 'upper'.
With this stated you will now understand this list of beneficial effects
that can be brought on by the ingestion of L-Phenylanaline:-
Reduces hunger
Increases sexual interest
Improves memory and mental alertness
Alleviates depression
L-Phe is non-addictive so there are no problems about its continued
use.
Here in this supplement there are the other important nutrients required
for the proper utilisation of L-Phe. Making sure the body doesn't
have to work too hard or harm its self.
There are two important contraindications to note here; the use of
L-Phe during pregnancy is not recommended (as is everything else)
and suffers of Phenylketonuria (PKU) should avoid L-Phe. These warnings
are included in the packaging and the dangers for PKU suffers will
be thoroughly understood by themselves.
Here is our ingredients summary
L-Phenylalanine:
This is an essential amino acid. It is mood elevating and can
be considered as euphoric. It is also required for the production
of ephedrine type and other stimulants in the brain. Found in many
food stuffs, including diet Coca Cola [it is released from the sweetener
aspartamine].
GABA
GABA is again a naturally occurring amino acid. It is found in both
the brain and the body. It is one of a class of inhibitory neurotransmitters
that include serotonin. Although it is classed as an inhibitor rather
than a stimulator its definition is only one of electrochemical activity
in the brain and should not be interpreted as a downer or sedative
- just the term neurotransmitter defines its ability as a natural
substance that helps nerve impulses cross synapses and communicate
with one another.
GABA usage will stimulate the release by the pituitary gland of Human
Growth Hormone (HGH) (or Growth Hormone (GH)) which is naturally released
by the body when it undergoes vigorous peak muscular exercise, during
certain phases of sleep, or restricted food intake.
GH stimulates growth and repair of the body as well as the activities
of the immune system. The immune system is run down by excess exercise
without the proper nutrition. GH also helps the body burn fat and
convert it into energy and muscle and aids in wound healing and tissue
repair. GH is widely known for its powerful anabolic (muscle building)
effects as well as its lipotropic (breakdown and utilisation of body
fat) effects. The overall result of these effects is an increase in
lean tissue mass and a decrease in body fat. Finally, stimulating
naturally the levels of GH leads to greater feelings of energy and
vigour.
Additionally, GABA has been shown to have positive toning effects
on the nervous system, to improve sleep cycles leading to more restful
sleep and more interesting lucid dreaming, to have a powerful stabilising
effect on blood pressure and to be an effective analgesic (removing
the perception of pain).
Many of these effects are also to be gained by other components of
the supplement and are thus reinforced. The dosage is low as the components
are working together and there is a natural overall effect of body
stimulation leading to more energy.
Sida Cordifolia
The primary stimulant in Bliss Extra is Sida cordifolia extract, which
contains L-Ephedrine. Ephedrine is a natural amphetamine that gives
stimulation of the central nervous system (CNS), similar to speed
(but to a lesser extent,) along with the excitation of the peripheral
nervous system, that is far greater than that associated with Speed.
This peripheral activity is what gives the rushes and the tingling
of the skin and hair. Exercise upon Ephedrine will produces masses
of rushes. The nature of Ephedrine assures that the overall effects
are markedly different from those associated with Speed and other
abused Amphetamines such as Ecstacy.
It needs to be said that the use of ephedrine (in the form of a Sida
cordifolia extract), just because it is natural does not mean that
it is safe. Excessive use of ephedrine can lead to symptoms similar
to those associated with amphetamine abuse.
The products containing Ephedrine (and similar) that have been produced
by the competition, have in general, not been designed properly are
neither as healthy or as pleasant as these. They are generally strong
in the ephedrine content which can lead to a rather unpleasant experience
compared to these balanced ones.
The overall effect is a superb stimulation, that has the hard edge
from the ephedrine content removed and an excellent depth and vision
to the experience that is so far the closest to any ecstasy alternative
available. This new combination induces a warmer, deeper and more
mentally stimulating experience, than other herbal Ecstacy alternatives.
A one packet dose is sufficient to achieve the full effect and to
properly experience this well balanced combination.