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		<title>Power Thin Phase II Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2008 15:47:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Diet Pill Reviews]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/powerthin-phase2.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-719" title="powerthin-phase2" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/powerthin-phase2.jpg" alt="" width="91" height="154" /></a>Power Thin Phase II is a &#8220;natural weight loss supplement scientifically formulated to increase calorie burning, mobilize stored body fat and help you have the energy you need to achieve the<strong> </strong>rapid weight loss you&#8217;re looking for&#8221; (website). This Power Thin Phase II review will detail the ingredients contained in Power Thin Phase II to help you see what you can really expect from this product.</p>
<h3>Power Thin Phase II Ingredients</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/advantra-z-review/" >Advantra Z</a> contains <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/synephrine-review/" >synephrine</a>, a clinically proven diet pill ingredient. The concentration of synephrine determines how effective it will be&#8211;the higher the concentration the more effective it is. Unfortunately, Power Thin Phase II fails to list the concentration of synephrine it contains.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2007/caffeine/" >Caffeine </a>has been shown to contribute to weight loss. Since Power Thin Phase II diet pills do not say how much caffeine they contain, it is impossible for this Power Thin Phase II review to determine if the caffeine included will be effective.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green tea</a> is another proven weight loss ingredient. Again, Power Thin Phase II hides the amount of green tea it contains, so there is no way of knowing if it will be effective.</p>
<p>Cocoa seed extract is a feel good ingredient. It does not contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>Maca</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guarana-yeba-mate-and-damiana-gyd-review/" >Yerba Mate</a> has been shown to contribute to weight loss when combined with <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guarana-yeba-mate-and-damiana-gyd-review/" >Damiana and Guarana</a>. However, Power Thin Phase II does not contain Damiana or Guarana.</p>
<p>Quercetin</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/vinpocetine-review/" >Vinpocetine </a>is used to treat memory problems related to age. It does not cause weight loss.</p>
<p>Yohimbine does contribute to weight loss, but Power Thin Phase II does not list how much Yohimbine it contains.</p>
<p>Acetyl <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/carnitine-review/" >L-Carnitine</a> HCL is supposed to break down fats. More research is needed to substantiate this claim.</p>
<p>Ginger root is used to calm the stomach; it does not cause weight loss.</p>
<p>Gugulipid extract is supposed to increase thyroid function. More research is needed.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/l-tyrosine-review/" >L-Tyrosine</a> has been shown to contribute to weight loss when taken in doses of 500 to 1500 mg per day. It is extremely unlikely that Power Thin Phase II diet pills contain enough Tyrosine to be effective.</p>
<p>White willow bark is an anti-inflammatory. It does not contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>Power Thin Phase II does include several clinically proven ingredients. Unfortunately, the specific amount of each ingredient is not disclosed (usually because they include only trace amounts of these ingredients). If Power Thin Phase II included these ingredients in proven amounts, we would recommend this product, but since they do not, we recommend looking elsewhere.</p>
<h3>Power Thin Phase II Guarantee</h3>
<p>Power Thin Phase II has an unconditional 30 day money back guarantee. We prefer having 90 days to return a product.</p>
<h3>Power Thin Phase II Price</h3>
<p>Power Thin Phase II diet pills cost $39.99 for a one month supply. While this is about average for a diet pill, since Power Thin Phase II fails to reveal how much of each ingredient is included, it is too expensive.</p>
<h3>Power Thin Phase II Marketing</h3>
<p>The Power Thin Phase II website is filled with sensationalized testimonials and photos of models measuring their tiny waistlines. Don&#8217;t be impressed by either one&#8211;they are probably all fabricated.</p>
<h3>Power Thin Phase II Conclusion</h3>
<p>This Power Thin Phase II review finds Power Thin Phase II does include several clinically proven diet pill ingredients. Unfortunately, Power Thin Phase II fails to list how much of each ingredient it includes. Thus, we recommend finding a diet pill that is honest about its ingredients&#8211;one that includes proven ingredients in proven amounts.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/powerthin-phase2.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-719" title="powerthin-phase2" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/powerthin-phase2.jpg" alt="" width="91" height="154" /></a>Power Thin Phase II is a &#8220;natural weight loss supplement scientifically formulated to increase calorie burning, mobilize stored body fat and help you have the energy you need to achieve the<strong> </strong>rapid weight loss you&#8217;re looking for&#8221; (website). This Power Thin Phase II review will detail the ingredients contained in Power Thin Phase II to help you see what you can really expect from this product.</p>
<h3>Power Thin Phase II Ingredients</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/advantra-z-review/" >Advantra Z</a> contains <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/synephrine-review/" >synephrine</a>, a clinically proven diet pill ingredient. The concentration of synephrine determines how effective it will be&#8211;the higher the concentration the more effective it is. Unfortunately, Power Thin Phase II fails to list the concentration of synephrine it contains.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2007/caffeine/" >Caffeine </a>has been shown to contribute to weight loss. Since Power Thin Phase II diet pills do not say how much caffeine they contain, it is impossible for this Power Thin Phase II review to determine if the caffeine included will be effective.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green tea</a> is another proven weight loss ingredient. Again, Power Thin Phase II hides the amount of green tea it contains, so there is no way of knowing if it will be effective.</p>
<p>Cocoa seed extract is a feel good ingredient. It does not contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>Maca</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guarana-yeba-mate-and-damiana-gyd-review/" >Yerba Mate</a> has been shown to contribute to weight loss when combined with <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guarana-yeba-mate-and-damiana-gyd-review/" >Damiana and Guarana</a>. However, Power Thin Phase II does not contain Damiana or Guarana.</p>
<p>Quercetin</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/vinpocetine-review/" >Vinpocetine </a>is used to treat memory problems related to age. It does not cause weight loss.</p>
<p>Yohimbine does contribute to weight loss, but Power Thin Phase II does not list how much Yohimbine it contains.</p>
<p>Acetyl <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/carnitine-review/" >L-Carnitine</a> HCL is supposed to break down fats. More research is needed to substantiate this claim.</p>
<p>Ginger root is used to calm the stomach; it does not cause weight loss.</p>
<p>Gugulipid extract is supposed to increase thyroid function. More research is needed.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/l-tyrosine-review/" >L-Tyrosine</a> has been shown to contribute to weight loss when taken in doses of 500 to 1500 mg per day. It is extremely unlikely that Power Thin Phase II diet pills contain enough Tyrosine to be effective.</p>
<p>White willow bark is an anti-inflammatory. It does not contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>Power Thin Phase II does include several clinically proven ingredients. Unfortunately, the specific amount of each ingredient is not disclosed (usually because they include only trace amounts of these ingredients). If Power Thin Phase II included these ingredients in proven amounts, we would recommend this product, but since they do not, we recommend looking elsewhere.</p>
<h3>Power Thin Phase II Guarantee</h3>
<p>Power Thin Phase II has an unconditional 30 day money back guarantee. We prefer having 90 days to return a product.</p>
<h3>Power Thin Phase II Price</h3>
<p>Power Thin Phase II diet pills cost $39.99 for a one month supply. While this is about average for a diet pill, since Power Thin Phase II fails to reveal how much of each ingredient is included, it is too expensive.</p>
<h3>Power Thin Phase II Marketing</h3>
<p>The Power Thin Phase II website is filled with sensationalized testimonials and photos of models measuring their tiny waistlines. Don&#8217;t be impressed by either one&#8211;they are probably all fabricated.</p>
<h3>Power Thin Phase II Conclusion</h3>
<p>This Power Thin Phase II review finds Power Thin Phase II does include several clinically proven diet pill ingredients. Unfortunately, Power Thin Phase II fails to list how much of each ingredient it includes. Thus, we recommend finding a diet pill that is honest about its ingredients&#8211;one that includes proven ingredients in proven amounts.</p>
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		<title>Phentramin Review</title>
		<link>http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/phentramin-review/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2008 21:15:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Diet Pill Reviews]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Patentrim]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[banaba]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[caffeine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[cha de bugre]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[chromium]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[glucomannan]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[green tea]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[guarana]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[hoodia gordonii]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[maca]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/phentramin.jpg"></a><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/phentramin1.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-472" title="Phentramin" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/phentramin1.jpg" alt="Phentramin" width="140" height="163" /></a>Phentramin is a diet pill that will help you &#8220;enjoy the benefits of a pharmaceutical grade weight control aid without the necessity of a prescription.&#8221; (website)<br />
They claim Phentramin does the following:</p>
<p>Decreases Appetite<br />
Increases metabolism<br />
Stimulates thermogenesis<br />
Acts as a mild diuretic<br />
Increases energy<br />
Help regulate blood sugar levels</p>
<p>This Phentramin review will reveal the truth behind this product and help you determine whether Phentramin diet pills are right for you.</p>
<h3>Phentramin Ingredients</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/chromium-picolinate-review/" >Chromium</a> &#8211; research falls on both sides of the fence with Chromium. Some clinical studies have shown that chromium is effective, while others have shown that it’s not. Its purpose is primarily to regulate blood sugar levels, which can help control weight problems.<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2007/caffeine/" >Caffeine</a> is proven to increase metabolic rate, leading to weight loss. However, Phentramin fails to disclose how much caffeine is included, so it is impossible to determine if it will be effective.<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2007/hoodia-gordonii/" >Hoodia Gordonii</a> Cactus Powder &#8211; Hoodia is a popular diet pill ingredient, but there is NO clinical evidence to prove that Hoodia actually contributes to weight loss.<br />
Magnolia Bark<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/glucomannan-review/" >Glucomannan</a> is a dietary fiber which absorbs water and makes the user feel full. Studies have found that for Glucomannan to be effective, the user must take 1-2 grams per day. Again, Phentramin diet pills do not say how much glucomannan they contain so no one can know if it is enough to be effective.<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green Tea</a> is a clinically proven ingredient which increases metabolic rate. However, Phentramin does not disclose how much green tea it contains. Therefore, impossible for this Phentramin review to determine if the green tea in Phentramin diet pills is enough to be effective.<br />
Theobromine<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guarana-yeba-mate-and-damiana-gyd-review/" >Guarana</a> extract has been proven to contribute to weight loss but ONLY when combined with damiana and yerba mate. Phentramin does not contain either of these ingredients. There has been no research to determine the effectiveness of guarana by itself.<br />
Cha de Bugre is fairly common in fat burners. However, there is no evidence to prove that Cha’ de Bugre provides any benefits for weight loss (read: it likely doesn’t).<br />
Maca Extract<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/l-theanine-review/" >L-Theanine</a><br />
Banaba extract<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guggulesterones-review/" >Gugglesterones</a> are supposed to increase thyroid function to promote weight loss. However, studies have had varying results.</p>
<h3>Phentramin&#8211;no guarantee</h3>
<p>The Phentramin website has something we have not seen before; Lazarus Labs (the Phentramin manufacturer) specifically says there is NO guarantee of any kind for Phentramin diet pills. In fact, in order for to place an order, you have to agree to the following conditions:</p>
<p>&#8220;I acknowledge that no guarantees have been made to me as to the results as there is no known product that gives 100% satisfaction to everyone, nor are there any guarantees against unfavorable results, risks or complications.  I understand that I am buying this product with the full knowledge that I may not benefit from its use.  I hereby release LazarusLabs.com and all of its employees and contractors from any and all liability whatsoever associated or connected with the use of any of their products and any adverse effect that I may suffer from consequently, if any, on account of the use of their products. I am solely responsible for any adverse effects I may suffer from taking or continuing to take any of these products.  I am fully aware that NO refund is given if I change my mind and decide not to take the product or upon my physician&#8217;s opinion that I should no longer take the product.&#8221; (website)</p>
<h3>Phentramin Marketing Tactics</h3>
<p>Phentramin employs the use of multilevel marketing (MLM) techniques. In other words, you make money if you get someone else to sign up. The good news for those who choose to join into the MLM scam is that no one can return Phentramin, so you will make commission whether the customer likes it or not.</p>
<h3>Phentramin Cost</h3>
<p>A 30 day supply of Phentramin will cost $62 (assuming you take the recommended dosage of 2 capsules per day). While this is not especially expensive for a diet pill, Phentramin does not disclose how much of each ingredient is included. Thus, it is too expensive.</p>
<h3>Phentramin Conclusion</h3>
<p>This Phentramin review finds that Phentramin diet pills do include some proven ingredients. However, they do not disclose how much of each ingredient is included. The fact that there is no guarantee is disturbing. Why would you want to buy a product from a company that does not back up their product in any way? We recommend choosing a diet pill that is backed up by the manufacturer, one that includes proven ingredients in proven amounts.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/phentramin.jpg"></a><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/phentramin1.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-472" title="Phentramin" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/phentramin1.jpg" alt="Phentramin" width="140" height="163" /></a>Phentramin is a diet pill that will help you &#8220;enjoy the benefits of a pharmaceutical grade weight control aid without the necessity of a prescription.&#8221; (website)<br />
They claim Phentramin does the following:</p>
<p>Decreases Appetite<br />
Increases metabolism<br />
Stimulates thermogenesis<br />
Acts as a mild diuretic<br />
Increases energy<br />
Help regulate blood sugar levels</p>
<p>This Phentramin review will reveal the truth behind this product and help you determine whether Phentramin diet pills are right for you.</p>
<h3>Phentramin Ingredients</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/chromium-picolinate-review/" >Chromium</a> &#8211; research falls on both sides of the fence with Chromium. Some clinical studies have shown that chromium is effective, while others have shown that it’s not. Its purpose is primarily to regulate blood sugar levels, which can help control weight problems.<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2007/caffeine/" >Caffeine</a> is proven to increase metabolic rate, leading to weight loss. However, Phentramin fails to disclose how much caffeine is included, so it is impossible to determine if it will be effective.<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2007/hoodia-gordonii/" >Hoodia Gordonii</a> Cactus Powder &#8211; Hoodia is a popular diet pill ingredient, but there is NO clinical evidence to prove that Hoodia actually contributes to weight loss.<br />
Magnolia Bark<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/glucomannan-review/" >Glucomannan</a> is a dietary fiber which absorbs water and makes the user feel full. Studies have found that for Glucomannan to be effective, the user must take 1-2 grams per day. Again, Phentramin diet pills do not say how much glucomannan they contain so no one can know if it is enough to be effective.<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green Tea</a> is a clinically proven ingredient which increases metabolic rate. However, Phentramin does not disclose how much green tea it contains. Therefore, impossible for this Phentramin review to determine if the green tea in Phentramin diet pills is enough to be effective.<br />
Theobromine<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guarana-yeba-mate-and-damiana-gyd-review/" >Guarana</a> extract has been proven to contribute to weight loss but ONLY when combined with damiana and yerba mate. Phentramin does not contain either of these ingredients. There has been no research to determine the effectiveness of guarana by itself.<br />
Cha de Bugre is fairly common in fat burners. However, there is no evidence to prove that Cha’ de Bugre provides any benefits for weight loss (read: it likely doesn’t).<br />
Maca Extract<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/l-theanine-review/" >L-Theanine</a><br />
Banaba extract<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guggulesterones-review/" >Gugglesterones</a> are supposed to increase thyroid function to promote weight loss. However, studies have had varying results.</p>
<h3>Phentramin&#8211;no guarantee</h3>
<p>The Phentramin website has something we have not seen before; Lazarus Labs (the Phentramin manufacturer) specifically says there is NO guarantee of any kind for Phentramin diet pills. In fact, in order for to place an order, you have to agree to the following conditions:</p>
<p>&#8220;I acknowledge that no guarantees have been made to me as to the results as there is no known product that gives 100% satisfaction to everyone, nor are there any guarantees against unfavorable results, risks or complications.  I understand that I am buying this product with the full knowledge that I may not benefit from its use.  I hereby release LazarusLabs.com and all of its employees and contractors from any and all liability whatsoever associated or connected with the use of any of their products and any adverse effect that I may suffer from consequently, if any, on account of the use of their products. I am solely responsible for any adverse effects I may suffer from taking or continuing to take any of these products.  I am fully aware that NO refund is given if I change my mind and decide not to take the product or upon my physician&#8217;s opinion that I should no longer take the product.&#8221; (website)</p>
<h3>Phentramin Marketing Tactics</h3>
<p>Phentramin employs the use of multilevel marketing (MLM) techniques. In other words, you make money if you get someone else to sign up. The good news for those who choose to join into the MLM scam is that no one can return Phentramin, so you will make commission whether the customer likes it or not.</p>
<h3>Phentramin Cost</h3>
<p>A 30 day supply of Phentramin will cost $62 (assuming you take the recommended dosage of 2 capsules per day). While this is not especially expensive for a diet pill, Phentramin does not disclose how much of each ingredient is included. Thus, it is too expensive.</p>
<h3>Phentramin Conclusion</h3>
<p>This Phentramin review finds that Phentramin diet pills do include some proven ingredients. However, they do not disclose how much of each ingredient is included. The fact that there is no guarantee is disturbing. Why would you want to buy a product from a company that does not back up their product in any way? We recommend choosing a diet pill that is backed up by the manufacturer, one that includes proven ingredients in proven amounts.</p>
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