Healthe´ Trim Ingredients

Green Tea is an excellent diet pill ingredient. It has been proven to increase metabolism, leading to weight loss. Studies found green tea is effective when used in doses of 300 mg per day or more. Healthe´ Trim diet pills do not list how much green tea they contain.

Hoodia Gordonii is supposed to be a miracle ingredient. Despite all the hype, there is absolutely NO scientific evidence to show that Hoodia Gordonii does anything for weight loss. Don’t be taken by the claim that Healthe´ Trim contains “real Hoodia.” Real Hoodia is no more effective than the fake stuff, not to mention they can’t prove that it is real.

Caralluma Fimbriata is an ancient Indian cactus that is supposed to suppress the appetite. There is no scientific evidence to prove this.
16 other important nutrients

10 Mg of Garcinia Cambogia has been shown to contribute to weight loss, but this amount is not nearly enough to be effective.

5 Mg of Hydroxycitric Acid has been proven to cause weight loss. However, in May 9, 2009, the FDA issued a warning about taking Hydroxycut products due to the possibility of liver damage. The FDA has not confirmed which ingredients could be to blame, but it is possible that Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA) is to blame.

Healthe´ Trim Marketing

The Healthe´ Trim website is typical of many diet pill websites. It contains sensationalized testimonials and very little relevant information.

One of the main claims by Healthe´ Trim is that if you take Healthe´ Trim diet pills you don’t have to exercise or diet in order to lose weight. However, in another part of the website they state, “When used as part of a calorie controlled diet that includes moderate exercise, Healthe´ Trim will help promote fat oxidation and power your metabolism.”
You cannot even find out how much Healthe´ Trim diet pills cost until you input your personal information on the website.

Healthe´ Trim Guarantee

Healthe´ Trim diet pills have a 30 day guarantee from the date of delivery. While we like that you can return open bottles, 30 days simply isn’t long enough to know whether or not a product will work. We would prefer a 90 day guarantee.

Healthe´ Trim Cost

Healthe´ Trim diet pills cost $54.95 for 60 capsules. If you take the maximum recommended of 4 capsules per day, one bottle will last 15 days. This is way too expensive for Healthe´ Trim considering it does not contain enough of the proven ingredients to be effective in causing weight loss.

Healthe´ Trim Conclusion

This Healthe´ Trim review finds Healthe´ Trim diet pills are simply a waste of your time and money. There is no evidence that Healthe´ Trim will actually cause weight loss. Their marketing strategies are sketchy and misleading. If you are really serious about losing weight, look for a diet pill that includes proven ingredients in the necessary amounts. Our recommended products are a great place to start looking.

1. Cravex helps suppress appetite whole boosting energy.
2. Cravex helps increase your metabolic rate.
3. Cravex helps eliminate excess fat.
4. Cravex helps balance blood-glucose regulation and control blood-glucose levels.
5. Cravex, along with reduction in calories and exercise, will help you achieve your weight loss goals.

This Cravex review will detail the ingredients in Cravex as well as the Cravex guarantee (or lack thereof) to help you determine if Cravex diet pills are the right choice for your diet pill needs.

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.

Cravex Ingredients

Calcium (180 mg) does not cause weight loss.

Chromium (120 mg) has shown varying results in clinical studies; some have shown it contributes to weight loss but others have not.

Garcinia Cambogia (1000 mg) contains HCA, which has been shown to contribute to weight loss.

Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA) (600 mg) contributes to weight loss (why Cravex includes both garcinia cambogia and HCA I can’t say; it is not necessary).

Green Tea (300 mg) causes weight loss when used in doses of 300 mg per day or more. Thus, this Cravex review finds there is enough green tea in Cravex diet pills to contribute to weight loss.

Polyphenols (75 mg) do not contribute to weight loss.

Caffeine (60 mg) contributes to weight loss by increasing the metabolic rate.

Cravex Cost

Cravex diet pills cost $31.49 for 90 capsules. If you take the recommended 6 capsules per day, one bottle will last 15 days. This is quite expensive for a diet pill. While Cravex does contain some clinically proven ingredients, you can find the same ingredients contained in other diet pills for much less cost.

Cravex Guarantee

Cravex is made by Natrol, who also makes several other diet pills. The Natrol website does list 30 day guarantees for some of their other products, but they make no mention of a guarantee for Cravex. This leads me to believe there is no guarantee for Cravex. I wonder why Natrol is willing to stand behind some of their products but not others.

Cravex Conclusion

This Cravex review finds Cravex diet pills do contain some very good, clinically proven diet pill ingredients. However, you can get the same ingredients in other diet pills for much less money. Also, since there is no guarantee for Cravex, you can’t get your money back. Go with a diet pill that is backed up by the manufacturer, one that contains clinically proven ingredients in necessary amounts.

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.

What are the ingredients in Animal Cuts?

The following is the (lengthy) list of ingredients, according to the Animal Cuts website.

Serving Size 1Pack
Servings Per Container42

Amount Per Serving % DV

• Niacin(as Niacinamide) 15mg 75%
• Vitamin B6(as Pyridoxine HCL) 2mg 100%
• Synephrine *
• Octopamine *
• Tyramine *
• Eqigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG)
• L-Theanine *
• PEA (Phenylethylamine) *
• Choline Citrate *
• Betaine HCL *
• Inositol Monophosphate *
• Guarana (22% Caffeine) *
• L-Carnitine *
• Dandelion Extract (Taraxol, Taraxerol) *
• Uva Ursi Extract (Arbutin, Methyl-Arbutin) *
• Guggul (2.5% Guggulsterones) *
• Soy Isoflavones *
• Insulin Potentiators 100mg
• Alpha-Lipoic Acid *
• Chromium Polynicotinate *
• Chromium Picolinate *
• Nucleotide Regulators 300mg
• Phosphate *
• Inosine *
• Phosphatidylcholine *
• Neurotransmitter Regulators 250mgSt.
• John’s Wort (0.3% Hypericin) *
• Tyrosine *
• Citrilene%u2122 (Hydroxycitric Acid) *
• Grapefruit Extract (Naringin, Naringenin) *
• White Willow (Bark) *
• Phenylalanine (As L-Phenylalanine) *
• Ginger Root Extract (Gingerols, Shoagols) *

What do the ingredients in Animal Cuts do?

Synephrine–One study performed in December of 2007 looked at the lipolysis (fat loss) effects of Satsuma mandarin orange (Citrus unshu Mark) peel on the fat cells of rats (I know, it’s always rats). A high concentration of Synephrine was present in the peel and lipolysis effects were present. The overall conclusion:

These results suggest that the segment wall, an edible fraction, from Satsuma mandarin orange might be useful as a functional food, especially as a fat-reducing material ((J Nutr Sci Vitaminol (Tokyo). 2008 Dec;53(6):547-51.)).

PEA (Phenethylamine) is an alkaloid that functions as a neurotransmitter in the brain. Some people call Phenetyhlamine “The Love Drug” because it is included in chocolate but the question arises as to the validity of that claim because Pheneythlamine is metabolized so quickly, it’s doubtful that any significant amount would reach the brain quickly enough to cause an effect. More human research is needed on phenethylamine.

Carnitine is an amino acid which helps break down fats. Although Carnitine is included in many weight loss supplements, there is no clinical evidence that it contributes to weight loss.

Gugglesterones are supposed to increase thyroid function to promote weight loss. However, studies have had varying results.

Chromium Picolinate (chromium + picolinic acid) is pushed by companies as an aid to losing weight. It is known that small quantities of chromium are “needed for glucose utilization by insulin in normal health, but deficiency is extremely rare in developed nations.”

Do you have a chromium deficiency? Probably not. However, some studies are finding that Chromium Picolinate reduces insulin resistance, thus leading to weight loss. Other studies claim to find the opposite.

L-tyrosine has proven to contribute to the ability to work out more effectively and burn more calories. You guessed it–the amount of L-tyrosine in Animal Cuts is not disclosed.

Green tea is a very effective ingredient in increasing metabolic function when used in the appropriate amount. However, Animal Cuts does not disclose how much green tea is contained in their formula.

This long list of ingredients can be intimidating. Companies often include dozens of ingredients in micro
amounts so you think you are getting something different and effective. Don’t be fooled. The proof is in how much of each ingredient is included. You will notice the ingredients in Animal Cuts are included in a “complex”. In other words, they don’t want you to know how much of each ingredient is included in the formula. Therefore, it is virtually impossible for this Animal Cuts review to determine the true effectiveness of this product.

How much do Animal Cuts diet pills cost?

A bottle of Animal Cuts diet pills costs around $30 and has 42 packs (servings). If you take the recommended 2 packs a day, one bottle will last you 21 days. While this isn’t especially expensive for a diet pill, there is no way to know how effective it is (which essentially makes it infinitely expensive).

What are the directions for taking Animal Cuts?

The Animal Cuts website gives the following directions:

“Take two Animal Cuts packs everyday for three consecutive weeks. Follow a cycle consisting of three weeks on and one week off. After your one week off cycle, you can repeat another three week on cycle until you reach your goals. Take on an empty stomach.”

Animal Cuts’ in-your-face marketing

Let’s just say Animal Cuts marketing isn’t your typical diet pill marketing. Their website uses any language you can imagine and doesn’t apologize for doing so. They show pictures of bulging biceps, obviously catering to the teenage crowd.

Animal Cuts conclusion

This Animal Cuts review finds that, despite their claims, Animal Cuts diet pills are really not that different from typical fat burners. Like so many other diet pills, Animal Cuts leaves you in the dark about how much of each ingredient is included in the formula. This is a tell tale sign that there is not enough of the proven ingredients to be effective. Try using a diet pill that is honest in the amount of each ingredient included.