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		<title>Fat Blaster Review</title>
		<link>http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/fat-blaster-review/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2009 14:52:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Diet Pill Reviews]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Patentrim]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Advantra Z]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[gingko biloba]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ginseng]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[guarana]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ma huang]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[magnesium stearate]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[maltodextrin]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/fatblaster1.jpg" alt="fatblaster" title="fatblaster" width="78" height="150" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1576" />Fat Blaster is a &#8220;new diet pill that speeds your metabolism, burns existing body fat, stops your appetite, and transforms carbohydrates into energy NOT fat&#8221; (website).<br />
<br />
This Fat Blaster review reveals the truth behind Fat Blaster, including the potential dangerous side effects associated with Fat Blaster.</p>
<h3>Fat Blaster Ingredients</h3>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/ginseng-review/">Ginseng</a></strong> Extract has not been shown to cause weight loss.<br />
<strong>Gingko Biloba Extract</strong> helps with memory function, but it does not contribute to weight loss.<br />
Proprietary Blend (500 mg)<br />
<strong><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/advantra-z-review/">Advantra Z</a></strong> Citrus Aurantium contains <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/synephrine-review/">Synephrine</a>, which has been proven to contribute to weight loss. When looking at Synephrine, it is important to note the concentration&#8211;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.<br />
<strong><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guarana-yeba-mate-and-damiana-gyd-review/">Guarana Extract</a></strong> 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.<br />
<strong>Ma Huang</strong> Extract is <strong>ephedra</strong>. 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.<br />
<strong>Maltodextrin</strong> does not cause weight loss.<br />
<strong>Magnesium Stearate</strong> does not cause weight loss.<br />
<br />
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.</p>
<h3>Fat Blaster Cost</h3>
<p>Fat Blaster diet pills cost $23.95 for 60 capsules. The website claims this 40% off; don&#8217;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.<br />
<br />
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.</p>
<h3>Fat Blaster Conclusion</h3>
<p>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&#8217;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.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/fatblaster1.jpg" alt="fatblaster" title="fatblaster" width="78" height="150" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1576" />Fat Blaster is a &#8220;new diet pill that speeds your metabolism, burns existing body fat, stops your appetite, and transforms carbohydrates into energy NOT fat&#8221; (website).<br />
<br />
This Fat Blaster review reveals the truth behind Fat Blaster, including the potential dangerous side effects associated with Fat Blaster.</p>
<h3>Fat Blaster Ingredients</h3>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/ginseng-review/">Ginseng</a></strong> Extract has not been shown to cause weight loss.<br />
<strong>Gingko Biloba Extract</strong> helps with memory function, but it does not contribute to weight loss.<br />
Proprietary Blend (500 mg)<br />
<strong><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/advantra-z-review/">Advantra Z</a></strong> Citrus Aurantium contains <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/synephrine-review/">Synephrine</a>, which has been proven to contribute to weight loss. When looking at Synephrine, it is important to note the concentration&#8211;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.<br />
<strong><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guarana-yeba-mate-and-damiana-gyd-review/">Guarana Extract</a></strong> 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.<br />
<strong>Ma Huang</strong> Extract is <strong>ephedra</strong>. 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.<br />
<strong>Maltodextrin</strong> does not cause weight loss.<br />
<strong>Magnesium Stearate</strong> does not cause weight loss.<br />
<br />
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.</p>
<h3>Fat Blaster Cost</h3>
<p>Fat Blaster diet pills cost $23.95 for 60 capsules. The website claims this 40% off; don&#8217;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.<br />
<br />
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.</p>
<h3>Fat Blaster Conclusion</h3>
<p>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&#8217;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.</p>
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		<title>Slimshot Review</title>
		<link>http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/slimshot-review/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2008 17:31:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Diet Pill Reviews]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Patentrim]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[apple pectin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ash wood]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[cherry stalk]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[cider vinegar]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[citric acid]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ctirus pectin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[green coffee]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[green tea]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[guar gum]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[maltodextrin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[olive wood]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[sorbitol]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[wild pansy]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-439" title="slimshot" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/slimshot.jpg" alt="slimshot review" width="198" height="173" />Slimshot, a product of the United Kingdom, is &#8220;The new unique effervescent slimming drink that is clinically proven to help you lose weight.&#8221; (website) Slimshot combines three combinations of diet supplements in drink form. Slimshot is supposed to block fat absorption, eliminate fat, and burn fat. This Slimshot review will expose the truth behind these claims to show what you can really<br />
expect from Slimshot.</p>
<h3>Slimshot Ingredients</h3>
<p>Slimshot Morning</p>
<p>Acidfier: citric acid;<br />
Sweetener: sorbitol;<br />
Acidity corrector: sodium acid carbonate;<br />
Citrus fruit flavouring: maltodextrin; Medium: polyethylene glycol; vitamins C, E, B3;<br />
Extracts: green coffee, olive wood, ash wood cola, mate, cynorhodon, wild pansy, cherry stalk, meadow-sweet, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >green tea</a>;<br />
Sweetener: saccharine; vitamins B5, B6, B1, B2, B12, B9, B8.</p>
<p>Slimshot Noon</p>
<p>Acidfier: citric acid;<br />
Acidity corrector: sodium acid carbonate;<br />
Sweetener: sorbitol; apple and citrus pectins; guar gum; cider vinegar; maltodextrin; apple flavouring; Medium: polyethylene glycol; Sweetener: saccharine; colouring agent; caramel; anticaking agent: silicon dioxide;<br />
Colouring agent: riboflavin.</p>
<p>Slimshot Night</p>
<p>Acidifier: citric acid;<br />
Sweetener: sorbitol;<br />
Acidity corrector: sodium acid carbonate; soft fruit flavouring; maltodextrin;<br />
Medium: polyethylene glycol; extracts of: pineapple, cocoa, orange skin, papaya, grape marc;<br />
Sweetener: aspartame; lactose; mineral: chromium chloride; Emulsifier: soya lecithin.</p>
<p>A clinical study found that green coffee extract was successful in inhibiting weight gain. However, this study was done on mice. Until studies are done on humans, it is impossible to know exactly how effective green coffee extract is in weight loss. ((http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1513603))</p>
<p>Green tea is a scientifically proven ingredient that increases metabolic function, leading to weight loss. However, Slimshot fails to disclose how much green tea it contains; therefore, it is impossible for this Slimshot review to determine the effectiveness of green tea in Slimshot (as usual).</p>
<p>The remaining lengthy list of ingredients is comprised of ingredients that have not been proven to contribute to weight loss.</p>
<h3>Side effects of Slimshot</h3>
<p>Side effects of Slimshot include increased bowel movements.</p>
<h3>Slimshot Guarantee</h3>
<p>The Slimshot website states the following,</p>
<blockquote><p>&#8220;If you are unhappy with your purchase for any reason, you may return it to us within 14 days for a full refund exclusive shipping cost. No returns will be accepted if post marked later than 14 days following the receipt of your shipment. The customer is responsible for all return shipping costs. We will not accept packages with postage due. Requests for replacements or refunds will be processed promptly upon receipt of your returned package.&#8221;</p></blockquote>
<p>We really believe companies should give at least 60 days for customers to return unwanted products; this guarantee simply is not good enough.  By the time you know the product isn&#8217;t working, it&#8217;s too late to return the dumb thing.</p>
<h3>Slimshot Cost</h3>
<p>Because Slimshot is made by a British company, their website lists prices in British Punds. A two week supply of Slimshot costs 16.99 in British Pounds ($33.28 US at the time this article was written). This is very expensive for a diet supplement, especially since they only include one ingredient (green tea)<br />
that has been proven to contribute to weight loss (and they don&#8217;t disclose how much of it is included).</p>
<h3>Slimshot Conclusion</h3>
<p>This Slimshot review finds that Slimshot is really no different from countless other diet supplements. They do not disclose how much of each ingredient is included, and they only include one proven ingredient. Go with a product that is honest about <strong>what</strong> it contains and <strong>how much</strong> it contains.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-439" title="slimshot" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/slimshot.jpg" alt="slimshot review" width="198" height="173" />Slimshot, a product of the United Kingdom, is &#8220;The new unique effervescent slimming drink that is clinically proven to help you lose weight.&#8221; (website) Slimshot combines three combinations of diet supplements in drink form. Slimshot is supposed to block fat absorption, eliminate fat, and burn fat. This Slimshot review will expose the truth behind these claims to show what you can really<br />
expect from Slimshot.</p>
<h3>Slimshot Ingredients</h3>
<p>Slimshot Morning</p>
<p>Acidfier: citric acid;<br />
Sweetener: sorbitol;<br />
Acidity corrector: sodium acid carbonate;<br />
Citrus fruit flavouring: maltodextrin; Medium: polyethylene glycol; vitamins C, E, B3;<br />
Extracts: green coffee, olive wood, ash wood cola, mate, cynorhodon, wild pansy, cherry stalk, meadow-sweet, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >green tea</a>;<br />
Sweetener: saccharine; vitamins B5, B6, B1, B2, B12, B9, B8.</p>
<p>Slimshot Noon</p>
<p>Acidfier: citric acid;<br />
Acidity corrector: sodium acid carbonate;<br />
Sweetener: sorbitol; apple and citrus pectins; guar gum; cider vinegar; maltodextrin; apple flavouring; Medium: polyethylene glycol; Sweetener: saccharine; colouring agent; caramel; anticaking agent: silicon dioxide;<br />
Colouring agent: riboflavin.</p>
<p>Slimshot Night</p>
<p>Acidifier: citric acid;<br />
Sweetener: sorbitol;<br />
Acidity corrector: sodium acid carbonate; soft fruit flavouring; maltodextrin;<br />
Medium: polyethylene glycol; extracts of: pineapple, cocoa, orange skin, papaya, grape marc;<br />
Sweetener: aspartame; lactose; mineral: chromium chloride; Emulsifier: soya lecithin.</p>
<p>A clinical study found that green coffee extract was successful in inhibiting weight gain. However, this study was done on mice. Until studies are done on humans, it is impossible to know exactly how effective green coffee extract is in weight loss. ((http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1513603))</p>
<p>Green tea is a scientifically proven ingredient that increases metabolic function, leading to weight loss. However, Slimshot fails to disclose how much green tea it contains; therefore, it is impossible for this Slimshot review to determine the effectiveness of green tea in Slimshot (as usual).</p>
<p>The remaining lengthy list of ingredients is comprised of ingredients that have not been proven to contribute to weight loss.</p>
<h3>Side effects of Slimshot</h3>
<p>Side effects of Slimshot include increased bowel movements.</p>
<h3>Slimshot Guarantee</h3>
<p>The Slimshot website states the following,</p>
<blockquote><p>&#8220;If you are unhappy with your purchase for any reason, you may return it to us within 14 days for a full refund exclusive shipping cost. No returns will be accepted if post marked later than 14 days following the receipt of your shipment. The customer is responsible for all return shipping costs. We will not accept packages with postage due. Requests for replacements or refunds will be processed promptly upon receipt of your returned package.&#8221;</p></blockquote>
<p>We really believe companies should give at least 60 days for customers to return unwanted products; this guarantee simply is not good enough.  By the time you know the product isn&#8217;t working, it&#8217;s too late to return the dumb thing.</p>
<h3>Slimshot Cost</h3>
<p>Because Slimshot is made by a British company, their website lists prices in British Punds. A two week supply of Slimshot costs 16.99 in British Pounds ($33.28 US at the time this article was written). This is very expensive for a diet supplement, especially since they only include one ingredient (green tea)<br />
that has been proven to contribute to weight loss (and they don&#8217;t disclose how much of it is included).</p>
<h3>Slimshot Conclusion</h3>
<p>This Slimshot review finds that Slimshot is really no different from countless other diet supplements. They do not disclose how much of each ingredient is included, and they only include one proven ingredient. Go with a product that is honest about <strong>what</strong> it contains and <strong>how much</strong> it contains.</p>
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