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		<title>Leptodrene Review</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptodrene" rel="nofollow"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-611" title="leptodrene" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/leptodrene.jpg" alt="" width="92" height="152" /></a><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptodrene" rel="nofollow">Leptodrene</a> &#8220;delivers the fast-acting results you need to complete your full body transformation&#8221; (website). This Leptodrene review will dissect the claims about Leptodrene&#8217;s research as well as explain the details about the Leptodrene ingredients to reveal what Leptodrene diet pills will actually do.</p>
<h3>Leptodrene Ingredients</h3>
<p>Green Tea (50% caffeine)<br />
Cayenne Pepper Extract<br />
Acai Extract<br />
Garlic Extract<br />
Barley Extract<br />
Buckwheat Extract<br />
Flaxseed Extract<br />
Lactobacillus Acidophillus<br />
Salmon Oil Powder<br />
Alfalfa Extract<br />
Soybean Extract<br />
Wheatgrass Extract<br />
Alpha lipoic Acid<br />
DMAE<br />
Idebenone</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green tea</a> is a proven diet pill ingredient; it increases metabolic rate. However, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptodrene" rel="nofollow">Leptodrene </a>does not say how much green tea it contains, making it impossible for this Leptodrene review to determine if Leptodrene diet pills contain enough green tea to be effective.</p>
<p>Research shows cayenne pepper may contribute to weight loss by lowering food intake and increasing energy. More research is needed to determine how much cayenne pepper is needed for weight loss.</p>
<p>Acai is the new hoodia. It is endorsed by various celebrities and television programs. Despite what some big names claim, there is NO research to prove that Acai actually contributes to weight loss.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/garlic-review/" >Garlic</a> helps regulate blood sugar levels, which can lead to weight loss.</p>
<p>Barley and buckwheat both have healthy benefits, but they have not been proven to contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/alpha-lipoic-acid-review/" >Alpha Lipoic Acid </a>(ALA) is needed to produce energy. Many diet pill companies include ALA in their formula, but your body creates enough ALA; you don&#8217;t need to supplement with more.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/dmae-dimethylethanolamine-review/" >DMAE</a> is supposed to have a positive effect on mood. Studies have shown some possible dangerous effects due to DMAE. More research is needed before we can endorse DMAE as a diet pill ingredient.</p>
<p>Idebonone is supposed to slow the aging process of the skin.</p>
<h3>Leptodrene Cost</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptodrene" rel="nofollow">Leptodrene </a>costs $29.99 for a 2 month supply (according to the website, this saves you $59). Many diet pill companies tell you are saving a bunch of money to make you think you are getting a great deal. Leptodrene is relatively inexpensive, but considering they hide how much of the proven ingredients are included, $29.99 is too much.</p>
<h3>Leptodrene Guarantee</h3>
<p>The <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptodrene" rel="nofollow">Leptodrene </a>website says if you are not pleased with their product you can return it for a &#8220;full and hassle free refund.&#8221; They do not give specifics about how to return the product or how long it takes to get the refund.</p>
<h3>Leptodrene Research</h3>
<p>The <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptodrene" rel="nofollow">Leptodrene </a>website claims, &#8220;The research conducted on Leptodrene is the most in-depth and comprehensive to date.&#8221; They fail to mention anything about this supposed research. They do not say who conducted the research or when or where it was done. Diet pill companies often claim there has been research done on their product, but in reality they have done their own research (or sometimes they haven&#8217;t done any at all) and have doctored the results to make their product look better.</p>
<p>The lack of information about the research on Leptodrene makes us question this product.</p>
<h3>Leptodrene Conclusion</h3>
<p>This <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptodrene" rel="nofollow">Leptodrene </a>review finds Leptodrene is just another typical diet pill. They hide how much of each ingredient they include in their formula and they do not explain their bold claims about their supposed research. Look for a diet pill company that can substantiate their claims with real research.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptodrene" rel="nofollow"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-611" title="leptodrene" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/leptodrene.jpg" alt="" width="92" height="152" /></a><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptodrene" rel="nofollow">Leptodrene</a> &#8220;delivers the fast-acting results you need to complete your full body transformation&#8221; (website). This Leptodrene review will dissect the claims about Leptodrene&#8217;s research as well as explain the details about the Leptodrene ingredients to reveal what Leptodrene diet pills will actually do.</p>
<h3>Leptodrene Ingredients</h3>
<p>Green Tea (50% caffeine)<br />
Cayenne Pepper Extract<br />
Acai Extract<br />
Garlic Extract<br />
Barley Extract<br />
Buckwheat Extract<br />
Flaxseed Extract<br />
Lactobacillus Acidophillus<br />
Salmon Oil Powder<br />
Alfalfa Extract<br />
Soybean Extract<br />
Wheatgrass Extract<br />
Alpha lipoic Acid<br />
DMAE<br />
Idebenone</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green tea</a> is a proven diet pill ingredient; it increases metabolic rate. However, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptodrene" rel="nofollow">Leptodrene </a>does not say how much green tea it contains, making it impossible for this Leptodrene review to determine if Leptodrene diet pills contain enough green tea to be effective.</p>
<p>Research shows cayenne pepper may contribute to weight loss by lowering food intake and increasing energy. More research is needed to determine how much cayenne pepper is needed for weight loss.</p>
<p>Acai is the new hoodia. It is endorsed by various celebrities and television programs. Despite what some big names claim, there is NO research to prove that Acai actually contributes to weight loss.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/garlic-review/" >Garlic</a> helps regulate blood sugar levels, which can lead to weight loss.</p>
<p>Barley and buckwheat both have healthy benefits, but they have not been proven to contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/alpha-lipoic-acid-review/" >Alpha Lipoic Acid </a>(ALA) is needed to produce energy. Many diet pill companies include ALA in their formula, but your body creates enough ALA; you don&#8217;t need to supplement with more.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/dmae-dimethylethanolamine-review/" >DMAE</a> is supposed to have a positive effect on mood. Studies have shown some possible dangerous effects due to DMAE. More research is needed before we can endorse DMAE as a diet pill ingredient.</p>
<p>Idebonone is supposed to slow the aging process of the skin.</p>
<h3>Leptodrene Cost</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptodrene" rel="nofollow">Leptodrene </a>costs $29.99 for a 2 month supply (according to the website, this saves you $59). Many diet pill companies tell you are saving a bunch of money to make you think you are getting a great deal. Leptodrene is relatively inexpensive, but considering they hide how much of the proven ingredients are included, $29.99 is too much.</p>
<h3>Leptodrene Guarantee</h3>
<p>The <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptodrene" rel="nofollow">Leptodrene </a>website says if you are not pleased with their product you can return it for a &#8220;full and hassle free refund.&#8221; They do not give specifics about how to return the product or how long it takes to get the refund.</p>
<h3>Leptodrene Research</h3>
<p>The <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptodrene" rel="nofollow">Leptodrene </a>website claims, &#8220;The research conducted on Leptodrene is the most in-depth and comprehensive to date.&#8221; They fail to mention anything about this supposed research. They do not say who conducted the research or when or where it was done. Diet pill companies often claim there has been research done on their product, but in reality they have done their own research (or sometimes they haven&#8217;t done any at all) and have doctored the results to make their product look better.</p>
<p>The lack of information about the research on Leptodrene makes us question this product.</p>
<h3>Leptodrene Conclusion</h3>
<p>This <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptodrene" rel="nofollow">Leptodrene </a>review finds Leptodrene is just another typical diet pill. They hide how much of each ingredient they include in their formula and they do not explain their bold claims about their supposed research. Look for a diet pill company that can substantiate their claims with real research.</p>
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		<title>Leptovox Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2008 22:09:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Cal</dc:creator>
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<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptovox" rel="nofollow"><img src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/leptovox.thumbnail.jpg" alt="Leptovox bottle image" /></a><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptovox" rel="nofollow">Leptovox</a> is one of those products that&#8217;s trying to do it all &#8212; We&#8217;re going to dive into this review and examine the merits behind the Leptovox claim<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=lipovox" rel="nofollow"></a>.</p>
<p>Letpovox has gathered quite a loyal following on the internet.  The story most likely goes that the company behind Lipovox (a similar product) saw the success of Leptovox and copied it.  It happens all the time with diet pills and for the most part, goes unchecked (because it happens so fast).  For example, take <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/nuphedragen-review/" >Nuphedragen</a> and <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/fenphedra-review/" >Fenphedra</a> and let me know which you prefer (I actually prefer Fenphedra).</p>
<h3>The Leptovox Difference</h3>
<p>What is the difference between <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptovox" rel="nofollow">Leptovox</a> and Lipovox?  The 10 Superfoods are present in both.  For a quick refresher, the 10 superfoods, known for their extremely healthy qualities are listed below.  I&#8217;ve referenced where I&#8217;ve reviewed one of the ingredients in more depth.  As time presents itself, I hope to have reviews available for all of them:</p>
<ol>
<li>Brazilian Acai</li>
<li>Cayenne Pepper Fruit</li>
<li>Garlic (see my <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/garlic-review/" >garlic review</a>)</li>
<li>Soybeans</li>
<li>Barley</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/wheatgrass-review/" >Wheatgrass</a></li>
<li>Kefir</li>
<li>Alfalfa</li>
<li>Flaxseed</li>
<li>Buckwheat</li>
</ol>
<p>The differences lie in the few other ingredients:</p>
<table border="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<th>Leptovox</th>
<th>Lipovox</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<ul>
<li>Idebenone</li>
<li>EGCG (<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >green tea</a>)</li>
</ul>
</td>
<td>
<ul>
<li>Green Tea</li>
<li>Salmon Oil Powder</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/alpha-lipoic-acid-review/" >Alpha Lipoic Acid</a></li>
<li>DMAE</li>
</ul>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p align="left">Idebenone is supposed to help the skin slow the aging process and is present in plenty of wrinkle creams that you apply topically. <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green tea</a> is an effective stimulant for weight loss, and ALA has great benefits.</p>
<p align="left">Are these differences big enough to stew over? Definitely.</p>
<h3>Leptovox Reviewed Further</h3>
<p>One thing that might give <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptovox" rel="nofollow">Leptovox</a> something extra though is the fact that it comes with a 7-day detoxification pill.  These are not to be used regularly, as detoxifying your body too frequently can cause problems.  But detoxification in moderation is very healthful.  The weight lost from detoxification is <em>not</em> fat loss.  For the most part it&#8217;s just your body getting rid of waste.  You may notice that your stomach is a <em>bit</em> slimmer, but just a bit.</p>
<p>The only time I ever did a detox, it did feel great so I&#8217;d recommend giving it a shot.  It&#8217;s nice they bundle the detox with <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptovox" rel="nofollow">Leptovox</a> so you can use them in concert with each other.</p>
<p>If you buy a bunch of Leptovox you get a whole slew of other diet pills so you can stack them for maximum results.  One is a carb/fat blocker and another is an herbal &#8220;pick me up&#8221; if you will.  We won&#8217;t get into these specifically, but I wanted to put that out there.</p>
<h3>Leptovox Guarantee</h3>
<p>Leptovox comes with a Lifetime moneyback guarantee, which instills confidence in me only when I&#8217;ve tested their customer service.  I did just that and sent them my normal email asking about an order that hadn&#8217;t arrived yet.  They responded about 14 hours later asking me for more information so they could resolve the issue.  Test passed.</p>
<p>Anyway, the lifetime guarantee is also done by Lipovox, but I don&#8217;t see it done by too many other diet pill companies so kudos to Leptovox for that.</p>
<h3>Overall Conclusion with Leptovox</h3>
<p>If you&#8217;re looking for bang for your buck, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptovox" rel="nofollow">Leptovox</a> is a great bet.  The 10 Superfoods are well known possessing very desirable nutritional profiles and the extra ingredients there (particularly the green tea) aid in weight loss quite a bit.  Letpovox is a solid bet, wit natural ingredients, so it gets a thumbs up.</p>
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<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptovox" rel="nofollow"><img src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/leptovox.thumbnail.jpg" alt="Leptovox bottle image" /></a><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptovox" rel="nofollow">Leptovox</a> is one of those products that&#8217;s trying to do it all &#8212; We&#8217;re going to dive into this review and examine the merits behind the Leptovox claim<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=lipovox" rel="nofollow"></a>.</p>
<p>Letpovox has gathered quite a loyal following on the internet.  The story most likely goes that the company behind Lipovox (a similar product) saw the success of Leptovox and copied it.  It happens all the time with diet pills and for the most part, goes unchecked (because it happens so fast).  For example, take <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/nuphedragen-review/" >Nuphedragen</a> and <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/fenphedra-review/" >Fenphedra</a> and let me know which you prefer (I actually prefer Fenphedra).</p>
<h3>The Leptovox Difference</h3>
<p>What is the difference between <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptovox" rel="nofollow">Leptovox</a> and Lipovox?  The 10 Superfoods are present in both.  For a quick refresher, the 10 superfoods, known for their extremely healthy qualities are listed below.  I&#8217;ve referenced where I&#8217;ve reviewed one of the ingredients in more depth.  As time presents itself, I hope to have reviews available for all of them:</p>
<ol>
<li>Brazilian Acai</li>
<li>Cayenne Pepper Fruit</li>
<li>Garlic (see my <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/garlic-review/" >garlic review</a>)</li>
<li>Soybeans</li>
<li>Barley</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/wheatgrass-review/" >Wheatgrass</a></li>
<li>Kefir</li>
<li>Alfalfa</li>
<li>Flaxseed</li>
<li>Buckwheat</li>
</ol>
<p>The differences lie in the few other ingredients:</p>
<table border="0">
<tbody>
<tr>
<th>Leptovox</th>
<th>Lipovox</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>
<ul>
<li>Idebenone</li>
<li>EGCG (<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >green tea</a>)</li>
</ul>
</td>
<td>
<ul>
<li>Green Tea</li>
<li>Salmon Oil Powder</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/alpha-lipoic-acid-review/" >Alpha Lipoic Acid</a></li>
<li>DMAE</li>
</ul>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<p align="left">Idebenone is supposed to help the skin slow the aging process and is present in plenty of wrinkle creams that you apply topically. <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green tea</a> is an effective stimulant for weight loss, and ALA has great benefits.</p>
<p align="left">Are these differences big enough to stew over? Definitely.</p>
<h3>Leptovox Reviewed Further</h3>
<p>One thing that might give <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptovox" rel="nofollow">Leptovox</a> something extra though is the fact that it comes with a 7-day detoxification pill.  These are not to be used regularly, as detoxifying your body too frequently can cause problems.  But detoxification in moderation is very healthful.  The weight lost from detoxification is <em>not</em> fat loss.  For the most part it&#8217;s just your body getting rid of waste.  You may notice that your stomach is a <em>bit</em> slimmer, but just a bit.</p>
<p>The only time I ever did a detox, it did feel great so I&#8217;d recommend giving it a shot.  It&#8217;s nice they bundle the detox with <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptovox" rel="nofollow">Leptovox</a> so you can use them in concert with each other.</p>
<p>If you buy a bunch of Leptovox you get a whole slew of other diet pills so you can stack them for maximum results.  One is a carb/fat blocker and another is an herbal &#8220;pick me up&#8221; if you will.  We won&#8217;t get into these specifically, but I wanted to put that out there.</p>
<h3>Leptovox Guarantee</h3>
<p>Leptovox comes with a Lifetime moneyback guarantee, which instills confidence in me only when I&#8217;ve tested their customer service.  I did just that and sent them my normal email asking about an order that hadn&#8217;t arrived yet.  They responded about 14 hours later asking me for more information so they could resolve the issue.  Test passed.</p>
<p>Anyway, the lifetime guarantee is also done by Lipovox, but I don&#8217;t see it done by too many other diet pill companies so kudos to Leptovox for that.</p>
<h3>Overall Conclusion with Leptovox</h3>
<p>If you&#8217;re looking for bang for your buck, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptovox" rel="nofollow">Leptovox</a> is a great bet.  The 10 Superfoods are well known possessing very desirable nutritional profiles and the extra ingredients there (particularly the green tea) aid in weight loss quite a bit.  Letpovox is a solid bet, wit natural ingredients, so it gets a thumbs up.</p>
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