Fat Blaster Ingredients

Ginseng Extract has not been shown to cause weight loss.
Gingko Biloba Extract helps with memory function, but it does not contribute to weight loss.
Proprietary Blend (500 mg)
Advantra Z Citrus Aurantium contains Synephrine, which has been proven to contribute to weight loss. When looking at Synephrine, it is important to note the concentration–the higher the concentration the better. Unfortunately, Fat Blaster fails to list the concentration of Synephrine it contains. Therefore, there is no way for this Fat Blaster review to determine if the Synephrine (Advantra Z Citrus Aurantium) contained in Fat Blaster will actually cause weight loss.
Guarana Extract has been proven to contribute to weight loss, but only when combined with Damiana and Yerba Mate. Fat Blaster does not contain either Damiana or Yerba Mate. This Fat Blaster review finds the Guarana in Fat Blaster will not contribute to weight loss.
Ma Huang Extract is ephedra. While ephedra has been proven to be very effective at causing weight loss, it has also been banned by the FDA due to its very serious side effects, including death. We cannot recommend any diet pill containing ephedra. Therefore, we cannot recommend Fat Blaster. If you do decide to take Fat Blaster, be sure you know the risks and possible side effects associated with ephedra.
Maltodextrin does not cause weight loss.
Magnesium Stearate does not cause weight loss.

Note: Fat Blaster is available with or without Ma Huang extract. Fat Blaster with Ma Huang is more likely to cause weight loss, but it does have the possibility of serious side effects. Fat Blaster without Ma Huang is more safe, but it will not cause weight loss.

Fat Blaster Cost

Fat Blaster diet pills cost $23.95 for 60 capsules. The website claims this 40% off; don’t be fooled, though. Many diet pill companies use this tactic to make you believe you are getting a great deal so you are more likely to buy the product.

If you take the maximum recommended dosage of 6 per capsules per day, one bottle of Fat Blaster will last 10 days. In other words, you will spend over $70 per month on Fat Blaster. This is WAY too much for this product considering there is no evidence to prove that it actually works.

Fat Blaster Conclusion

This Fat Blaster review finds Fat Blaster diet pills are overpriced and will not cause weight loss. There is no scientific evidence to prove that Fat Blaster actually works. Don’t waste your time or money on Fat Blaster. Instead, go with a diet pill that contains proven ingredients in proven amounts. Check out our recommended products.

LipoRid AM Ingredients

The following are the ingredients in LipoRid AM diet pills. Most of them do not contribute to weight loss, but we have explained those that do.
Niacin (20 mg)
Vitamin B6 (10 mg)
Zinc (5 mg)
Selenium (100 mcg)
Copper (0.3 mg)
Manganese (2 mg)
Chromium Picolinate (400 mcg) has shown varying results in clinical studies so we cannot endorse the inclusion of Chromium Picolinate.
Calcium Pyruvate (1044 mg) does contribute to weight loss, but clinical studies have shown it is only effective when contained in doses of 36 grams per day. This LipoRid AM review finds there is nowhere near enough Calcium Pyruvate in LipoRid AM to cause weight loss.
Bayberry Leaf (125 mg)
Mullion Leaf (125 mg)
Gugglesterone (150 mg) is supposed to increase thyroid function, leading to weight loss. However, studies have shown varying results.
L-Tyrosine (30 mg) is a great diet pill ingredient, but it has to be included in doses of 500 to 1500 mg per day. There is not enough L-Tyrosine in LipoRid AM to contribute to weight loss.
Panax Ginseng root extract (150 mg)
Kelp powder (220 mg)
Citrus Pectin (200 mg)
Grapefruit Seed extract (200 mg)

LipoRid AM does contain a few proven diet pill ingredients, but they are not included in sufficient amounts.

LipoRid AM Cost

LipoRid AM diet pills cost $21.95 for 33 capsules. If you take the maximum recommended dosage of 9 capsules per day, one bottle will not even last 4 days. In other words, LipoRid AM will cost you about $180 per month. This is an outrageous amount. There is no reason to believe LipoRid AM will actually cause weight loss, so any amount is too much to pay for it.

LipoRid AM Guarantee

Strictly Health Corporation, manufacturer of LipoRid AM, offers a 30 day guarantee on LipoRid AM. In order to return the product, you have to obtain an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) from the customer service department. No opened bottles can be returned.

A 30 day guarantee is pointless. Thirty days is not enough time to determine whether or not a diet pill will work (although the ingredients show LipoRid AM will not cause weight loss). We prefer a 90 day guarantee.

LipoRid AM Conclusion

This LipoRid AM review finds LipoRid AM does contain a few good diet pill ingredients, but not in the necessary amounts. Furthermore, LipoRid AM is WAY too expensive. Do yourself a favor and go with a diet pill that contains proven ingredients in proven amounts. It will help you shed the pounds while keeping money in your wallet. Check out our recommended products to find a diet pill that will work for you.

So how does Aspire stack up against the competition? This Aspire review will take a look at their ingredients, marketing, guarantee, and pricing to help you decide for yourself.

Ingredients

The Aspire weight loss product consists of 3 different formulas: Cleanse, Weight Loss, & Appetite Suppressant.

Cleanse is designed kick start your weight loss by ridding your body of toxins.
Weight Loss is meant to boost your energy and your fat burning capabilities.
Appetite Suppressant is (surprise!) supposed to help you eat less.

Aspire Cleanse

Lactobacillus Acidophilus
Psyllium Seed
Aloe Vera
Cascara Sagrada – A natural laxative, cascara sagrada is effective but has a number of side effects and safety warnings (such as don’t take it for longer than 7 days in a row).
Milk Thistle Seed
Fennel Seed
Rhubarb Root
Raspberry Leaf
Flaxseed
Goldenseal Herb
Dandelion Leaf

This is a pretty standard mix of fibers designed to cleanse your system.

Aspire Weight Loss

Raspberry
Guarana – Has shown to be effective when combined with yerba mate and damiana.
Green Tea – An effective and proven weight loss ingredient, green tea helps to increase the metabolic rate and is known for its fat burning capabilities.
GuggulsteronesWhile many claim that it aids in fat burning, research is lacking that supports this theory.
Rhodiola Rosea
Cinnamon Bark
Yerba Mate – Has shown to be effective when combined with guarana and damiana.
Banaba
Ginseng – Many believe that ginseng aids in weight loss, and early studies seem slightly supportive, but more definitive research is needed.
Dandelion Root
Alpha-lipoic Acid – While it’s true the alpha-lipoic acid helps produce energy, studies suggest that your body already makes enough of it so more isn’t likely to do much good.
Evodiamine
Chromium – Chromium plays in important role in blood sugar regulation. More research is needed, however, that shows that chromium supplementation leads directly to weight loss.

Aspire Appetite Suppressant

GlucomannanA dietary fiber that has quite a bit of research backing up its claims to be an effective appetite suppressant.
Fibersol-2
Hoodia GordoniiHoodia is a fad ingredient that has almost zero research backing up its claims to aid in weight loss through appetite suppression. It became popular by marketing, and not for its efficacy.

Some of the ingredients in Aspire are good and some are hype. If they disclosed the amounts of each ingredient, it would be much easier to gauge it’s effectiveness.

Aspire’s Marketing

First, the positive. I like that Aspire lists all of the ingredients in the different formulas and even has a little information about each one. This can be found by going to the FAQ’s, then clicking the question about the ingredients. While I wish they told us how much of each ingredient is in the mix, they’ve done more than some companies that I’ve seen.

What I don’t like about Aspire’s marketing is that the entire website feels like some hyped up sales pitch that almost tries to play off of people’s insecurities. You’ll see comments such as, “Do You Feel Like Crying When You Look In The Mirror? Use Aspire And Laugh Out Loud When You Get On The Scale” or “heads will turn wherever and whenever you walk by.”

Oh, and this was a favorite:

You should not be spending your time worrying or crying about your weight. If you really want to be slim and gorgeous and wear those hot bathing suits you’ve seen on the beaches (and only dreamed of wearing), we have the answer you’ve been waiting for.

As if we have to be slim and skinny in order to be happy and beautiful. I hope you can see through the shallow marketing.

I don’t however, see any big red flags other than the distasteful sales copy.

Aspire’s Money Back Guarantee

I was glad to see that Aspire offers a 90 day money back guarantee. Anything over 60 days in this industry is pretty good, so 90 days is a pretty solid guarantee.

I’m somewhat confused at something in their guarantee. Here’s what it says (emphasis added): “If you’re not happy with Aspire, contact us within 90 days of your purchase date and return the unused portion (even if you’ve used everything), and you’ll get a full refund (less shipping), no questions asked!”

The first part makes me believe that you can only get a refund for the unused (or unopened) bottles. But the second part in parenthesis makes it sound like you get a refund on all bottles, even if they were used (and are now empty).

I don’t have any big reason to believe that this ambiguous terminology isn’t intentionally trying to trick consumers, but If I were you I’d play it safe and only count on getting refunded for unused bottles.

Aspire’s Price

A one month supply is $49.97. If it’s effective, this isn’t a bad price for a weight loss product. Of course, they suggest you take it for 3 to 6 months (likely to pad their pockets a little more).

Conclusion

The Aspire weight loss product consist of a pretty good ingredient profile. Many of the ingredients have been proven, and some have not. Overall, as long as the ingredients are included in the correct amounts (which we can’t verify since they don’t disclose it) than it’s likely to be fairly effective. I like their guarantee and the price is decent. I don’t, however, like the manner in which they’ve marketed their product. You be the judge.

Hydroxycitric Acid Update

On May 1, 2009 the FDA issued a warning to consumers to stop taking Hydroxycut-branded products. Over more than 7 years they have received 23 reports of health related issues with those taking Hydroxycut-branded products. The main health concern appears to be serious liver-related problems. Iovate Health Sciences Inc., the makers of Hydroxcut, have voluntarily recalled all of the products under question in the FDA’s report

Common symptoms of liver complications include:

• jaundice (yellowing of the skin)
• brown urine
• light colored stools
• unusual tiredness
• stomach pain
• itching
• loss of appetite
• weakness
• vomiting

In light of the recent FDA warning concerning the possible dangers of Hydroxycut-branded diet pills, many believe that the associated health risks are likely due to the inclusion of the commonly used ingredient Hydroxycitric Acid, or HCA. And while according to the FDA, “The agency has not yet determined which ingredients, dosages, or other health-related factors may be associated with risks related to these Hydroxycut products. The products contain a variety of ingredients and herbal extracts.” you can never be too cautious.

So, while further study and research is needed to confirm the link between HCA and the liver problems, until proven otherwise any products that contain HCA are no longer recommended on this website.

Phentramine Ingredients

Hoodia Gordonii (800 mg), despite being endorsed by various celebrities, has not been proven to contribute to weight loss; it is just another fad diet pill ingredient with nothing to back it.
L-Carnitine (25 mg) has not been proven to contribute to weight loss.
L-Taurine (25 mcg) is supposed to increase energy, but research has yet to prove it.
Folic acid (600 mcg) is important to health, but it does nothing for weight loss.
Phentarmine proprietary blend (828 mg)
Guarana has been shown to contribute to weight loss but only when combined with Yerba Mate and Damiana. Phentramine capsules contain Yerba Mate but not Damiana. Thus, this Phentramine review finds the Guarana in Phentramine capsules will not cause weight loss.
Yerba Mate has been shown to contribute to weight loss but only when combined with Guarana and Damiana. Phentramine capsules contain Guarana but not Damiana.
Citrus Aurantium contains Synephrine, a power player when it comes to diet pill ingredients. Synephrine is a proven ingredient, but only when it is included in a high concentration. Unfortunately, Phentramine does not say the concentration of Synephrine it contains, so there is no way of knowing if it will be effective.
Green Tea has been proven to contribute to weight loss when used in doses of 300 mg or more per day. Again, Phentramine hides how much green tea is contained in the capsules.
Garcinia Cambogia contains HCA, which has been shown to contribute to weight loss.
Cayenne does nothing for weight loss.
Korean Ginseng
Gynemma Sylvestre helps control blood sugar levels, which can lead to weight loss.
7-Keto (DHEA) causes weight loss when used in doses of 100 mg or more per day.

Phentramine capsules contain some of the best diet pill ingredients. However, since Phentramine fails to list how much of each ingredient is included, there is no way of knowing if there is enough to cause weight loss. Usually this means the manufacturer has included only trace amounts of the proven ingredients (because they are expensive) but does not want the customer to know this. Thus, this Phentramine review finds Phentramine capsules might cause weight loss, but it is not worth the gamble.

Phentramine Cost

Phentramine capsules cost $69 on the Phentramine website for a one month supply. They want you to think you are getting a great discount off the regular price of $109. Even the $69 price is too much to pay for Phentramine capsules. There is a possibility that Phentramine capsules will work, but $69 is a lot to pay for a possibility.

Phentramine Guarantee

The Phentramine website says Phentramine is “100% Quality Satisfaction Guaranteed”. This is very misleading because the fine print says:
“There are NO Refunds after an order has been shipped. This is non-negotiable and indisputable within the terms and agreement accepted before final purchase” (website).
Thus, they are misleading people into thinking they can get a refund when the truth is hidden in the fine print.

Phentramine Conclusion

This Phentramine review finds that Phentramine capsules contain some proven ingredients. However, the amounts of these ingredients remain hidden, making it impossible to know if Phentramine capsules will actually cause weight loss. This, combined with the misleading guarantee, keeps us from recommending Phentramine capsules.

Xylacor Ingredients

Chromium 200 mcg
Ma Huang (167 mg) is ephedra. Although ephedra has been shown to contribute to weight loss, it has been known to cause very serious side effects including death. Because of the dangerous nature of ephedra, it has been banned by the FDA.
Proprietary Herbal Blend (325 mg)
Guarana seed extract has been proven to contribute to weight loss, but only when combined with Damiana and Yerba Mate. Xylacor does not contain Damiana or Yerba Mate. Thus, this Xylacor review finds the Guarana in Xylacor is not effective in causing weight loss.
White willow bark is an anti-inflammatory. It does not directly contribute to weight loss.
Siberian Ginseng root has not been proven to contribute to weight loss.
Astragulus root does not cause weight loss.
Bee pollen does not cause weight loss.
Bladderwrack kelp (Fucus Vesiculosus) is often used as a laxative; it does not directly contribute to weight loss.
Ginger root has healthy benefits, but it does not contribute to weight loss.
Gotu cola leaf does nothing for weight loss.
Licorice root has not been shown to cause weight loss.
Rehmannia root does nothing for weight loss.
Reishi mushroom does nothing for weight loss.
You will note Xylacor diet pills contain only one proven ingredient (Ma Huang), and it is a dangerous ingredient. Therefore, we cannot recommend Xylacor.

Xylacor Cost

Xylacor costs $49.95 for 60 capsules (a one month supply). There is a discount for buying in bulk. This is quite expensive for a diet pill. Although ephedra is an effective diet pill ingredient, given its dangerous possible side effects, any amount is too much to pay for Xylacor diet pills.

Xylacor Website

The Xylacor website is very basic and does not provide information on the company behind Xylacor. Additionally, they fail to list any information about a guarantee for Xylacor diet pills. Usually this means there is no guarantee.
Like many other diet pill websites, the Xylacor site has several testimonials touting the effectiveness of Xylacor. With the inclusion of Ma Huang, we do not doubt Xylacor will cause weight loss, but the Xylacor website fails to say anything about the risks associated with Ma Huang.

Xylacor Conclusion

This Xylacor review finds Xylacor is a rare diet pill that can actually back up its weight loss claims. Unfortunately, the only effective ingredient in Xylacor is Ma Huang, or ephedra. Ephedra can cause seizures, death, or other serious medical problems. Therefore, we cannot recommend using Xylacor. If you want a diet pill that will effectively cause weight loss without the safety concerns associated with Xylacor diet pills, look through our recommended products.

LipoFlush diet pills supposedly “dramatically decrease body fat, increase energy levels, preserve skeletal muscle, and provide major health benefits” (website). This LipoFlush review will dissect the exhausting ingredient list and reveal the truth about the research done on LipoFlush to show you that LipoFlush is not the product you are looking for.

Hydroxycitric Acid Update

On May 1, 2009 the FDA issued a warning to consumers to stop taking Hydroxycut-branded products. Over more than 7 years they have received 23 reports of health related issues with those taking Hydroxycut-branded products. The main health concern appears to be serious liver-related problems. Iovate Health Sciences Inc., the makers of Hydroxcut, have voluntarily recalled all of the products under question in the FDA’s report

Common symptoms of liver complications include:

• jaundice (yellowing of the skin)
• brown urine
• light colored stools
• unusual tiredness
• stomach pain
• itching
• loss of appetite
• weakness
• vomiting

In light of the recent FDA warning concerning the possible dangers of Hydroxycut-branded diet pills, many believe that the associated health risks are likely due to the inclusion of the commonly used ingredient Hydroxycitric Acid, or HCA. And while according to the FDA, “The agency has not yet determined which ingredients, dosages, or other health-related factors may be associated with risks related to these Hydroxycut products. The products contain a variety of ingredients and herbal extracts.” you can never be too cautious.

So, while further study and research is needed to confirm the link between HCA and the liver problems, until proven otherwise any products that contain HCA are no longer recommended on this website.

LipoFlush Ingredients

Vitamin D3 (100 IU) does nothing for weight loss.

Vitamin B5 (10 mg) does nothing for weight loss.

Vitamin B6 (25 mg) does nothing for weight loss.

Vitamin B12 (1000 mcg) does nothing for weight loss.

Folic Acid (1000 mcg) does nothing for weight loss.

Biotin (100 mcg) does nothing for weight loss.

Potassium (99 mg) does nothing for weight loss.

Calcium (415 mg) does nothing for weight loss.

Magnesium (200 mg) does nothing for weight loss.

Zinc (10 mg) does nothing for weight loss.

Chromium (50 mcg) has shown varying results in clinical studies.

Choline (650 mg) supposedly reduces body fat, but studies do not back up this claim.

L-Carnitine (450 mg) has not been proven to contribute to weight loss.

Bioperine (4 mg) increases the body’s ability to absorb nutrients. It does not directly contribute to weight loss.

Citrus Aurantium (300 mg) contains Synephrine, which is a great, proven diet pill ingredient. The important aspect with Synephrine is the concentration–the higher the better. LipoFlush does not disclose the concentration of Synephrine it contains. Therefore, it is impossible for this LipoFlush review to determine if the Synephrine in LipoFlush diet pills is enough to contribute to weight loss.

Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) (100 mg) does contribute to weight loss, but 100 mg isn’t going to do much.

Cordyceps Sinesis (100 mg)

Garcinia Cambogia (400 mg) does contribute to weight loss.

Hawthorne Berry (100 mg) does nothing for weight loss.

Caffeine (99 mg) is a good weight loss ingredient, but there is not enough caffeine in LipoFlush diet pills to be effective.

LipoFlush Proprietary Complex 4000 mg

Acanthopanax Senticosus

Alpha Lipoic Acid(ALA)  helps produce energy. However, the human body makes plenty of ALA, so there is no need to supplement.

Banaba Leaf

Beta Sitosterol

Betaine

Capsicum

Cellulose

Cinnamon

Damiana has been shown to contribute to weight loss when combined with yerba mate and guarana. LipoFlush does contain yerba mate and guarana, but it does not list how much of each is included.

Genistein

Ginger

Grape Seed

Guarana has been shown to contribute to weight loss when combined with yerba mate and damiana. LipoFlush does contain yerba mate and damiana, but it does not list how much of each is included.

Guggul extract is supposed to increase thyroid function, leading to weight loss. However, research does not support these claims.

Glycine

Hoodia does absolutely nothing for weight loss.

Inositol transports fat from the liver. Again, LipoFlush hides how much Inositol it contains.

Kelp

Kola Nut

Lecithin

L-Histidine

L-Tyrosine is effective when included in doses of 500 to 1500 mg per day. It is unlikely that LipoFlush contains enough L-Tyrosine to be effective.

Green Tea is a very effective ingredient, but LipoFlush does not list how much green tea it contains.

Magnesium

Mucuna Puriens

Panax Ginseng

Phosphatidylserine

Quercetine dihydrate

Siler extract

Theobroma Cocoa Complex

White Willow Bark is an anti-inflammatory. It does not cause weight loss.

Yerba Mate has been shown to contribute to weight loss when combined with guarana and damiana. LipoFlush does contain guarana and damiana, but it does not list how much of each is included.

LipoFlush Cost

LipoFlush costs $69.95 for 120 capsules. If you take the recommended 8 capsules per day, one bottle will last 15 days. This is an outrageous price for a diet pill! You can find a more effective diet pill at much less cost. Check out our recommended products.

LipoFlush Research

The LipoFlush website claims there has been research done specifically on LipoFlush. The supposed research was done in-house (which usually means they have altered the results to make them more favorable). Also, there is no formal write-up on the research results; they have not been published anywhere. This makes us very skeptical of the LipoFlush research.

LipoFlush Conclusion

This LipoFlush review finds LipoFlush is really no different from dozens of other diet pills. They do include a few proven ingredients, but in most cases they fail to list how much of each ingredient is included. They try to impress consumers with a very lengthy list of ingredients. The price of LipoFlush is ridiculous. Don’t bother with this product. Instead, go with one of our recommended products; they contain the necessary amount of proven ingredients and they won’t break your bank.

Hydroxycitric Acid Update

On May 1, 2009 the FDA issued a warning to consumers to stop taking Hydroxycut-branded products. Over more than 7 years they have received 23 reports of health related issues with those taking Hydroxycut-branded products. The main health concern appears to be serious liver-related problems. Iovate Health Sciences Inc., the makers of Hydroxcut, have voluntarily recalled all of the products under question in the FDA’s report

Common symptoms of liver complications include:

• jaundice (yellowing of the skin)
• brown urine
• light colored stools
• unusual tiredness
• stomach pain
• itching
• loss of appetite
• weakness
• vomiting

In light of the recent FDA warning concerning the possible dangers of Hydroxycut-branded diet pills, many believe that the associated health risks are likely due to the inclusion of the commonly used ingredient Hydroxycitric Acid, or HCA. And while according to the FDA, “The agency has not yet determined which ingredients, dosages, or other health-related factors may be associated with risks related to these Hydroxycut products. The products contain a variety of ingredients and herbal extracts.” you can never be too cautious.

So, while further study and research is needed to confirm the link between HCA and the liver problems, until proven otherwise any products that contain HCA are no longer recommended on this website.

AccuSlim Ingredients

Chromium Chelavite (300 mcg) has been studied in many clinical trials. Results have been mixed; some have shown that chromium contributes to weight loss while others have shown it does not.

Vanadium (100 mcg) has not been shown to contribute to weight loss.

Advantra-Z (600 mg) contains Synephrine, which contributes to weight loss. The important thing with synephrine is the concentration–the higher the better. Unfortunately, AccuSlim fails to disclose the concentration of synephrine it contains.

Green tea (400 mg) has been proven to contribute to weight loss when taken in doses of 300 mg or more per day. This AccuSlim review finds there is enough green tea in AccuSlim to contribute to weight loss. Green tea contains caffeine. Be sure to evaluate your own reaction to caffeine before taking AccuSlim diet pills.

Oriental ginseng (200 mg) has been shown to cause weight loss in mice; however, more human research is needed.

American ginseng (200 mg) has been shown to cause weight loss in mice; however, more human research is needed.

Eleuthero (250 mg) is supposed to increase endurance; it has not been shown to contribute to weight loss.

Rhodiola Rosea (300 mg) is a “feel good” ingredient. It does not contribute to weight loss.

Garcinia Cambogia (1500 mg) has been proven to contribute to weight loss.

The AccuSlim website claims, “Designed to get even the most stubborn metabolisms moving, the ACCUSLIM™ Advanced Fat Burner contains some of the most well-known and most-effective—but hardly used— weight loss nutrients available today.” The only proven ingredients included in sufficient amounts are green tea and garcinia cambogia. Despite what AccuSlim claims, these ingredients are quite common and can be found for a much lower price.

AccuSlim Cost

AccuSlim costs $28.95 for 90 capsules. If you take the maximum recommended dose of 9 capsules per day, one bottle will last 10 days. This is EXTREMELY expensive for a diet pill. You can get the same results with a different diet pill for a fraction of the price.

AccuSlim Guarantee

The AccuSlim website says the following regarding their guarantee:

“Please call us during our normal business hours for return authorization prior to returning any merchandise. Merchandise must be returned in sellable condition in order to receive credit.

Credit will be issued for merchandise returned within 10 days of your receipt of shipment. A 15% restocking fee will be applied to returns after 10 days. Product returns cannot be accepted after 30 days. Orders returned without authorization are subject to 15% restock fee.”

This “guarantee” is ridiculous. The restocking fee should not be there, and they really should give more than 30 days to return the product.

AccuSlim Follies

I found some interesting things when looking at the AccuSlim website. One of their instructions is, “Do not snack after dinner.” Anyone who has ever tried to diet knows that is one of the main dieting rules. Why do they think that people need to diet (obviously because they have been snacking after dinner too much). If AccuSlim contained an appetite suppressant they wouldn’t have to make this statement.

Another folly is that, according to their website, AccuSlim “could be even more effective than Ephedra”. Don’t be fooled. If this were the truth, everyone would be buying AccuSlim. The science just doesn’t support this claim.

AccuSlim Conclusion

This AccuSlim review finds AccuSlim is really nothing special. True, it does contain green tea and garcinia cambogia in adequate amounts, but so do several other diet pills (and for much less cost). We recommend looking at our recommended products to find a diet pill that will work for you.

Hydroxycitric Acid Update

On May 1, 2009 the FDA issued a warning to consumers to stop taking Hydroxycut-branded products. Over more than 7 years they have received 23 reports of health related issues with those taking Hydroxycut-branded products. The main health concern appears to be serious liver-related problems. Iovate Health Sciences Inc., the makers of Hydroxcut, have voluntarily recalled all of the products under question in the FDA’s report

Common symptoms of liver complications include:

• jaundice (yellowing of the skin)
• brown urine
• light colored stools
• unusual tiredness
• stomach pain
• itching
• loss of appetite
• weakness
• vomiting

In light of the recent FDA warning concerning the possible dangers of Hydroxycut-branded diet pills, many believe that the associated health risks are likely due to the inclusion of the commonly used ingredient Hydroxycitric Acid, or HCA. And while according to the FDA, “The agency has not yet determined which ingredients, dosages, or other health-related factors may be associated with risks related to these Hydroxycut products. The products contain a variety of ingredients and herbal extracts.” you can never be too cautious.

So, while further study and research is needed to confirm the link between HCA and the liver problems, until proven otherwise any products that contain HCA are no longer recommended on this website.

Phentarmine Ingredients

Hoodia Extract, despite what numerous diet pill companies and celebrities claim, has NOT been scientifically proven to contribute to weight loss.

Guarana Extract has been proven to contribute to weight loss, but ONLY when combined with Damiana and Yerba Mate. Phentarmine diet pills do contain Yerba Mate but not Damiana; thus, this Phentarmine review finds the Guarana and Yerba Mate in Phentarmine are not effective in causing weight loss.

Green tea is a proven diet pill ingredient. It works by increasing metabolic rate, leading to weight loss. Unfortunately, Phentarmine fails to disclose how much green tea it contains.

Citrus aurantium contains Synephrine, which has been proven to contribute to weight loss. Unfortunately, Phentarmine fails to disclose how much citrus aurantium it contains, so it is impossible for this Phentarmine review to determine if there is enough citrus aurantium in Phentarmine to be effective.

Garcinia Cambogia contains HCl, which has been proven to contribute to weight loss. Unfortunately, Phentarmine fails to list how much garcinia cambogia it contains.

Cayenne

Gymnema Sylvestre has been proven to control blood sugar levels. Again, Phentarmine fails to disclose how much gymnema sylvestre it contains.

Ginseng has been shown to contribute to weight loss in rats and mice, but more human studies need to be conducted to determine the weight loss effects on humans.

Phentarmine Cost

Phentarmine diet pills cost $89.95 for a 30 day supply. This is extremely expensive for a diet pill. Most likely they are banking on consumers assuming that Phentarmine is the same as the prescription Phentermine (IT IS NOT!). There is no reason to believe that Phentarmine will cause weight loss. The only proven ingredient is citrus aurantium, and the amount contained in Phentarmine is not disclosed.

Phentarmine Guarantee

GS Labs, manufacturers of Phentarmine diet pills, does not have a guarantee for Phentarmine. Depending on where you purchase Phentarmine, the retailer might have their own guarantee. We always question a company that does not guarantee their product; do they have something to hide or do they not have any confidence in their product?

Phentarmine Conclusion

This Phentarmine review finds that Phentarmine is just one of a large number of diet pills trying to be an alternative for prescription Phentermine. Unfortunately, they fail at this attempt. The only proven ingredient in Phentarmine is citrus aurantium, and Phentarmine does not state how much citrus aurantium it contains. We suggest looking for a diet pill that includes proven ingredients in proven amounts.

NV Ingredients

Weight Loss Complex

Proprietary Blend 267 mg

Green tea has been proven to contribute to weight loss by increasing metabolic rate. Studies have found that for green to be effective, it has to be taken in doses of at least 300 mg per day. Since there are only 267 mg total, this NV review finds it is impossible for NV diet pills to have enough green tea to be effective.

Hoodia gordonii, despite the claims made by countless diet pill companies as well as celebrities, has NOT been proven to contribute to weight loss.

Theobromine is sometimes used as a diuretic. There is no proof that it contributes to weight loss.

Beauty Complex

Collagen is supposed to make skin look younger. Some diet pill companies claim it reduces body fat; there is no scientific evidence to back up this claim.

Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) is needed by the body to produce energy. However, the body produces plenty of ALA, so you don’t need to supplement with it.

Silica may actually cause drying of the skin.

Biotin is Vitamin B-7.

Coenzyme Q10

Energy Complex

Taurine is often added to energy drinks. However, studies have shown it does NOT affect energy.

Ginseng has been shown to contribute to weight loss in mice and rats, but more human studies need to be done to determine the effects on human weight loss.

Rhodiola Rosea may help improve mood.

The only clinically proven ingredient in NV diet pills is green tea. However, there is not enough green tea contained in NV to be effective in contributing to weight loss.

Thus, this NV review finds NV will not cause weight loss. You might experience skin improvements, but do not expect to lose weight by taking NV; you will only be disappointed.

NV Marketing

NV has employed Carmen Electra to be their spokesperson. Don’t be fooled; just because a celebrity endorses a product doesn’t mean it will actually work (look at hoodia, for example). The NV claims about weight loss are untrue; the science has proved them false.

NV Cost

NV diet pills cost $26.99 per month. While this is relatively inexpensive for a diet pill, considering NV contains only ONE proven ingredient (green tea), and it is not included in a necessary amount, there is no reason to pay anything for NV diet pills. You will only be disappointed.

NV Guarantee

The NV website says nothing about a guarantee, which means there most likely isn’t one. This is just one more reason to stay away from NV.

NV Conclusion

This NV review finds this is a subpar product. It contains only ONE proven ingredient and it is not included in a necessary amount. NV cannot substantiate their claims; the science proves them wrong. Save yourself some time, money, and grief. Go with a diet pill that includes proven ingredients in proven amounts.

Nueslim-19 Ingredients

Vitamin C (50 mg) is a necessary vitamin, but it does not cause weight loss.

Vitamin B-6 (12 mg) is necessary for health, but it does not contribute to weight loss.

Vitamin B-1 (2.5 mg) has healthy benefits, but not weight loss benefits.

Vitamin B-2 (2.5 mg) is important to a healthy life, but it does not contribute to weight loss.

Chromium (200 mcg) has been shown to contribute to weight loss by some studies. However, other studies have found the opposite results.

Vitamin B-12 (12 mcg) helps with health, but it does not contribute to weight loss.

Calcium Pyruvate (160 mg) Calcium has important health benefits, but it does not contribute to weight loss. Pyruvate can increase metabolic rate, leading to weight loss. However, studies have shown that for Pyruvate to be effective it has to be taken in doses of 36 grams per day. You would have to take dozens of Nueslim-19 diet pills to get a weight loss benefit from Pyruvate. DO NOT TAKE MORE NUESLIM-19 DIET PILLS THAN RECOMMENDED!

Ginseng (125 mg) has been shown to cause weight loss in mice and rats, but more human studies need to be done to determine its effect on human weight loss.

L-Phenylalanine (100 mg) is an appetite suppressant which has been proven to contribute to weight loss.

L-Tyrosine (100 mg) has been proven to contribute to weight loss. However, to be effective, Tyrosine has to be taken in doses of 500-1500 mg per day. This Nueslim-19 review finds there is not enough L-Tyrosine in Nueslim-19 diet pills to contribute to weight loss.

Nueslim-19 Guarantee

The Nueslim-19 website explains that to get a refund you must return your empty bottle (and any unused bottles) for a full refund (minus shipping and handling). They claim this is a “lifetime guarantee”, but they do not explain what that means.

Nueslim-19 Cost

Nueslim-19 diet pills cost $14.95 per bottle (a one month supply). The Nueslim-19 website claims this is a “limited time offer.” The normal price is $39.95 per bottle, with a discount for bulk purchases. Companies often lead you to believe you are getting a great deal to get you to purchase their product.

Although $14.95 is relatively inexpensive for a diet pill, the proven ingredients have not been included in the necessary amounts to cause weight loss. Thus, any amount for Nueslim-19 would be too much; Nueslim-19 will not yield weight loss.

Nueslim-19 Marketing

The Nueslim-19 website is packed with typical sensationalized testimonials and before and after photos. There are also attempts to compare Nueslim-19 with other diet pills, but they fail to give enough information to make an accurate comparison.

Nueslim-19 Conclusion

This Nueslim-19 review finds that Nueslim-19 does contain some proven diet pill ingredients. However, there is not enough of these ingredients to be effective in contributing to weight loss. We recommend finding a diet pill that not only includes proven ingredients, but one that includes the necessary amounts to contribute to weight loss.