The haulm of certain Ephedra species (Ephedra nevadensis, Ephedra viridis) has traditionally. been used by North American Indians to prepare daily infusions and medicinal teas (USDA-NRCS, 2006a; USDA-NRCS, 2006b). Food supplements containing ephedra alkaloids are used mostly for weight loss and to enhance.
Definition of emphasize for English Language Learners. : to give special attention to (something) : to place emphasis on (something)
Definition of shove. shoved. ; shoving. transitive verb. 1 : to push along. 2 : to push or put in a rough, careless, or hasty manner : thrust. 3 : to force by other than physical means : compel shove a bill through the legislature.