Black Grape Ingredients

Niacin (20 mg) does not cause weight loss.
Vitamin B6 (5 mg) is important to good health, but it does not contribute to weight loss.
Vitamin B12 (4.8 mcg) is another important vitamin, but it will not cause weight loss.
Pantothenic Acid (5 mg) is also known as Vitamin B5. It does not cause weight loss.
Taurine (1000 mg) is often added to energy drinks, but it does nothing for weight loss.
L-Leucine (1000 mg) helps slow muscle degeneration. It sounds like a broken record, but this ingredient does not cause weight loss.
Natural Caffeine (75 mg) is an effective ingredient, but Black Grape does not contain enough to cause weight loss.
Green Tea (50 mg) is an excellent, scientifically proven ingredient. In order for green tea to be effective at causing weight loss, it has to be taken in doses of 300 mg per day. That means you would have to drink 6 cans of Black Grape every day to get enough green tea to cause weight loss.
Guarana Seed (42 mg) has been shown to contribute to weight loss, but ONLY when combined with Damiana and Yerba Mate, neither of which is contained in Black Grape. Therefore, this Black Grape review finds the Guarana contained in Black Grape will not cause weight loss.
Resveratrol (20 mg) is simply another fad. It has not been proven to cause weight loss.

Black Grape Cost

Black Grape costs $49.95 for a case of 24 cans. If you drink 2 cans per day, Black Grape will cost you over $120 per month. This is ridiculous. There is no reason to believe that Black Grape will actually cause weight loss. Put your money into a product that will actually result in weight loss.

Black Grape Guarantee

The Black Grape website touts a guarantee. However, it is pathetic to say the least. You can get a refund on any unused cans if you return them within 5 days of receiving them. There is no way to know if a product is working after only 5 days (except that there is no scientific evidence to show Black Grape will actually work). So, if you do choose to purchase Black Grape, know that you will not get a refund if you wait more than 5 days.

Black Grape Affiliate Program

Like dozens of other diet products, Black Grape offers an Affiliate Program. It is a multi-level marketing company. Basically you get other people to buy the product and you earn $9 per case they buy. Maybe you can earn some money from Black Grape, but you won’t lose weight by using it.

Black Grape Customer Service

Black Grape has no customer service phone number. I contacted them for more information, but they still have not responded after 3 days. I am always suspicious of companies that make it impossible to contact them. It makes me wonder if they are hiding something.

Black Grape Conclusion

This Black Grape review finds this product is way too expensive. There is no reason to believe Black Grape will cause weight loss. Go with a diet product that includes clinically proven ingredients in the necessary amounts.

PantoSure Plus Ingredients

Pantothenic Acid (500 mg) is also known as Vitamin B5. It does not cause weight loss.
L-Leucine (40 mg) slows muscle degradation, but it does nothing for weight loss.
Magnesium Citrate (10 mg)
Magnesium Oxide (10 mg)
Magnesium Glycinate (10 mg)
Vitamin B6 (5 mg) is important to good health, but it does not contribute to weight loss.
Vitamin B12 (5 mg) is also a necessary vitamin, but it does not cause weight loss.

This PantoSure plus review finds there is no reason to believe PantoSure Plus diet pills will cause weight loss. As you can see, there is NOTHING in PantoSure Plus that has been proven to contribute to weight loss. Don’t waste your time or money on this product.

PantoSure Plus Cost

PantoSure Plus diet pills cost $21.95 for a one month supply, with a discount for bulk purchases. This is relatively inexpensive compared to other diet pills. However, considering there is no scientific proof that PantoSure Plus actually contributes to weight loss, any amount is too much to pay for PantoSure Plus.

PantoSure Plus Guarantee

PantoSure Plus is manufactured by Strictly Health Corporation. They offer a 30 day guarantee on unopened bottles only. This means you have to buy more than one bottle in order to get a refund.

You also have to jump through hoops to get your money refunded (calling customer service, obtaining an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number). Furthermore, any company offering only a 30 day guarantee does not put much faith in their product. It is hard to know how your body will react to a diet pill after only 30 days.

We prefer diet pills that offer a 90 day guarantee (and those that actually contain ingredients that will cause weight loss).

PantoSure Plus Conclusion

This PantoSure Plus review finds PantoSure Plus diet pills are not worth your time or money. They contain nothing that will cause weight loss. In addition, their supposed guarantee is worthless. PantoSure Plus, despite what the company claims, will not maximize your metabolism nor will it cause any weight loss at all.

Do you really want to lose weight without trying dozens of ineffective diet pills? Get it right the first time by going with a diet pill that contains scientifically proven ingredients in the necessary amounts. Read through our recommended products for diet pills that will give you the weight loss results you are looking for.

MeltRX 24 Ultra Ingredients

Thiamin
Niacin
Vitamin B6
Folate
Vitamin B12
Biotin
Pantothenic Acid
Calcium
Iodine
Magnesium
Zinc
Copper
Chromium has shown varying results in clinical trials; some studies have shown it contributes to weight loss while others have shown the opposite.

Green tea is an excellent diet pill. It has to be used in doses of 300 mg or more per day in order to be effective at causing weight loss. Unfortunately, MeltRX 24 Ultra fails to list how much Green tea it contains, making it impossible for this MeltRX 24 Ultra review to determine if there is enough Green tea in MeltRX 24 Ultra diet pills to contribute to weight loss.
Cinnamon
Ginger root
Ginko Biloba supports memory function, but it does not contribute to weight loss.

Garcinia Cambogia contains HCA, which has been shown to contribute to weight loss. However, recent reports from the FDA show HCA may be linked to serious health concerns for the liver. Therefore, we cannot endorse a product containing HCA.

L-Tyrosine has been shown to help increase focus during stressful periods. It does cause weight loss, but only when taken in doses of 500 mg to 1500 mg per day. Again, MeltRX 24 Ultra does not say how much L-Tyrosine it contains, but it is extremely unlikely that there is enough of it to contribute to weight loss.

L-Glutamine is produced naturally by the body. It is unlikely that you would need to supplement with L-Glutamine because your body produces as much as it needs.
Lecithin

You will note that MeltRX 24 Ultra diet pills do contain a few proven diet pill ingredients. However, it does not reveal how much of each ingredient it contains. Additionally, MeltRX 24 Ultra contains HCA, which can cause liver problems. Therefore, we cannot recommend MeltRX 24 Ultra.

MeltRX 24 Ultra Price

MeltRX 24 Ultra diet pills cost $54 for a 13 day supply, with a discount for buying in bulk. This is WAY too much to pay for this product. There is no reason to believe MeltRX 24 Ultra will actually cause weight loss, and considering the possible danger of HCA, you shouldn’t bother even trying MeltRX 24 Ultra.

MeltRX 24 Ultra Guarantee

MeltRX 24 Ultra has a 30 day, 110% money back guarantee. Although we do like to see a guarantee, 30 days is not enough time to know whether or not a diet pill will actually work. We prefer to see a 90 day guarantee.

MeltRX 24 Ultra Conclusion

This MeltRX 24 Ultra review finds this product is potentially dangerous, and there is no reason to believe it will really cause weight loss. It is also way too expensive. If you are really interested in losing weight, go with a product that includes ingredients that have been clinically proven, ingredients that will not be dangerous to your health.

“Decrease body fat

Instant Response

Control Appetite

Lasting Energy” (TFuel Hardcore package).

This TFuel Hardcore review finds TFuel Hardcore is a waste of your time and money; there is NO reason to believe it will lead to weight loss.

TFuel Hardcore Ingredients

• Vitamin B3 does not cause weight loss.
• Vitamin B12 does not cause weight loss.
• Pyridoxine HCL
• Chromium (from Chromium Polynicotinate) has shown varying results in clinical trials.
• Pantothenic Acid (as d-calcium pantothenate)
• Thiamin has healthy benefits but does not cause weight loss.
• Caffeine Anhydrous does contribute to weight loss, but TFuel Hardcore fails to list how much caffeine it contains.
• Synephrine HCL is an effective diet pill, but the important aspect with Synephrine is the concentration contained (the higher the concentration the better). TFuel Hardcore diet pills do not reveal the concentration contained.
• Vinpocetine helps treat age-related memory problems; it does not cause weight loss.
• Rhodiola Rosea (Rosavins) is a mood enhancing ingredient; it does not cause weight loss.
• L-Tyrosine contributes to weight loss when taken in doses of 500 to 1500 mg per day. It is highly unlikely that TFuel Hardcore contains enough Tyrosine to cause weight loss.
• Schizandra Chinensis
• L-Taurine is supposed to increase energy, but research has failed to back up this claim.
• St. Johns Wort
• Ginger Root
• Magnolia Bark (Honokiol)
• Green Tea Leaf (Polyphenols) is an effective diet pill ingredient, but the amount contained is hidden.
• L-Phenylaline is a good diet pill ingredient, but again TFuel Hardcore fails to list how much Phenylalanine it contains.
• Valerian Root
• Passion Flower
• Octopamine HCL has not been proven to cause weight loss.
• Glucoronolactone
• 5 HTP (5 Hydroxy-L-tryptophan) is a mood enhancer; it does not directly contribute to weight loss.
• Evodiamine has been shown to contribute to weight loss in rodents, but more human research is needed.
• Hoodia Gordonii, despite what many diet pill companies claim, does NOT contribute to weight loss.
• Resveratrol
• Chocamine needs more research to determine if it is an effective weight loss ingredient.

Do not be impressed by this excessive list of ingredients. TFuel Hardcore diet pills do contain some effective ingredients, but they fail to mention how much of each ingredient is included. This is usually because there is just a trace amount of each ingredient included. There is no reason to believe TFuel Hardcore will actually cause weight loss.

The TFuel Hardcore package claims it contains “patented ingredients.” The truth is that these ingredients are included in dozens of diet pills; TFuel Hardcore is nothing special.

TFuel Hardcore Price

TFuel Hardcore diet pills cost $59 for 120 capsules. If you take the recommended dose of 6 capsules per day, one bottle will last 20 days. This is very expensive for a diet pill.

Who is behind TFuel Hardcore?

After searching online, the only place we found to buy on TFuel Hardcore diet pills was on Ebay. There is no mention of who manufacturers TFuel Hardcore. It is not even listed on the packaging. This is a huge red flag. There is no guarantee with TFuel Hardcore. Don’t bother with this product; there are just too many unknowns, including manufacturer and ingredient amounts.

TFuel Hardcore Conclusion

This TFuel Hardcore review finds TFuel Hardcore is nothing more than another diet pill out to get your money. Not only does TFuel Hardcore hide how much of each ingredient is included, they do not even disclose the name of the manufacturer. If you really want to lose weight, go with a diet pill that includes proven ingredients in the necessary amounts.

“Increased energy levels.
Increase strength levels.
Increased mental activity creating deep focused concentration for deeper muscle recruitment and thus, muscle stimulation.
Increased metabolic rate causing your abs to get shredded and ripped.” (website)

This ThinPhetamine review will detail the ingredients contained in ThinPhetamine as well as explain the guarantee associated with ThinPhetamine diet pills to show you what you can really expect.

ThinPhetamine Ingredients

Vitamin B3 (as niacin & niacinamide) (60 mg) does not contribute to weight loss.
Pantothenic Acid (30 mg) has not been shown to cause weight loss.
Chromium (as chromium polynicotinate) (200 mcg) has shown varying results in clinical studies.
Proprietary Blend 854mg
Green Tea extract (leaf) (Camellia sinensis) has been shown to contribute to weight loss. However, ThinPhetamine fails to disclose how much green tea it contains, making it impossible for this ThinPhetamine review to determine if there is enough green tea to cause weight loss.

Caffeine USP causes weight loss by increasing metabolic rate. Again, ThinPhetamine diet pills include caffeine in a proprietary blend (most likely to disguise how little caffeine it actually contains).

Cocoa Bean extract (Theobroma Cacoa)

Yohimbe extract contributes to weight loss, but ThinPhetamine does not say how much Yohimbe it contains.

Ginger (root) has been shown to contribute to weight loss in rodents, but more human research is needed.

European Willow is an anti-inflammatory. More research is needed to determine the effect willow has on weight loss.

Cayenne (Capsicum (fruit) annuum) has been shown to cause weight loss by some studies, but more research is needed to determine what the effective dosage is.

Guggal extract supposedly lowers cholesterol, but research has shown it does not cause weight loss.

ThinPhetamine Cost

ThinPhetamine diet pills cost $29.95 for 120 capsules. At 4 capsules per day, one bottle lasts about a month. This is about an average price for a diet pill. However, all the effective ingredients in ThinPhetamine are included in a proprietary blend. Thus, any amount is too much to pay for ThinPhetamine.

ThinPhetamine Guarantee

ThinPhetamine has a 30 day guarantee. The website does not specify the details of this guarantee (what you have to do to get it or if there are fees associated with returns). We prefer to see a longer amount of time for a guarantee, and we like to know all the details of a guarantee before buying a product.

ThinPhetamine Side Effects

The ThinPhetamine website warns of the following possible side effects: nervousness, irritability, sleeplessness, and occasionally, rapid heartbeat.

ThinPhetamine Conclusion

This ThinPhetamine review finds ThinPhetamine is just another typical diet pill. ThinPhetamine contains a few proven ingredients, but they are included in undisclosed amounts. Don’t waste your time with ThinPhetamine. Go with a diet pill that contains proven ingredients in the appropriate amounts.

Suvaril Ingredients

Vitamin A (2500 IU) is healthy but does not contribute to weight loss.

Vitamin C (40 mg) is healthy but does not contribute to weight loss.

Vitamin D (200 IU) is healthy but does not contribute to weight loss.

Vitamin E (15 IU) is healthy but does not contribute to weight loss.

Thiamin (0.75 mg) is healthy but does not contribute to weight loss.

Riboflavin (0.85 mg) is healthy but does not contribute to weight loss.

Niacin (10 mg) is healthy but does not contribute to weight loss.

Vitamin B6 (1 mg) is healthy but does not contribute to weight loss.

Folic Acid (200 mcg) is healthy but does not contribute to weight loss.

Vitamin B12 (3 mcg) is healthy but does not contribute to weight loss.

Biotin (150 mcg) is healthy but does not contribute to weight loss.

Pantothenic Acid (5 mg) is healthy but does not contribute to weight loss.

Calcium (50 mg) is healthy but does not contribute to weight loss.

Magnesium (25 mg) is healthy but does not contribute to weight loss.

Chromium Picolinate (100 mcg) has shown varying results in clinical trials. Some studies have shown chromium contributes to weight loss while others have shown it does not.

Suvaril Proprietary Blend (472 mg)

Green tea has been proven to contribute to weight loss by increasing metabolic rate. Studies have shown that for green tea to be effective, it has to be taken in doses of at least 300 mg per day. Unfortunately, Suvaril fails to disclose how much green tea it contains, making it impossible for this Suvaril review to determine if there is enough green tea in Suvaril diet pills to be effective.

Grape seed

Vanadium does not contribute to weight loss.

Banaba Leaf lowers blood sugar levels, leading to weight loss. Again, Suvaril does not say how much banaba it contains.

L-Theanine reduces stress levels; it does not directly contribute to weight loss.

Suvaril Free Sample

Suvaril offers a free 30 day sample. The catch is that when you sign up for the free sample you are enrolled in autoship (they automatically send you the product and charge your credit card for it). You will be charged $69.90 for a 60 day supply.

Suvaril Price

If you choose to buy Suvaril diet pills and don’t want to enroll in autoship, you will pay $49.95 for a one month supply. This is way too expensive for this product. Suvaril contains only two proven ingredients (green tea and banaba), and it does not say how much of each ingredient is included.

Suvaril Guarantee

Suvaril offers a 60 day refund on unopened bottles only. This is good for Suvaril because you have to buy more than one bottle in order to get a refund (since you cannot return opened bottles).

Suvaril Conclusion

Suvaril diet pills might cause weight loss, but it might not. Since Suvaril hides how much of each proven ingredient it contains, there is no way of knowing if Suvaril will actually work. And, since you cannot return an unopened bottle, you will be spending nearly $100 to see if it will work. That seems like too much to gamble on this product. Instead, this Suvaril review recommends using a diet pill containing clinically proven ingredients in the necessary amounts.

Ventilean Ingredients

Vitamin B1 (0.75 mg) is important to health but does not contribute to weight loss.

Vitamin B2 (0.85 mg) is important to health but does not contribute to weight loss.

Vitamin B3 (10 mg) is important to health but does not contribute to weight loss.

Vitamin B6 (1 mg) is important to health but does not contribute to weight loss.

Vitamin B12 (12 mcg) is important to health but does not contribute to weight loss.

Pantothenic Acid (5 mg) has healthy benefits, but it has not been shown to contribute to weight loss.

Proprietary Blend 229 mg

Caffeine has been proven to contribute to weight loss, but Ventilean fails to list how much caffeine it includes.

Citrus Aurantium 30% Synephrine does contribute to weight loss. When it comes to Synephrine, the higher the concentration the better. Ideally, you would want to see a 90% concentration or even more. Ventilean contains a 30% concentration.

Evodiamine Pure has been proven to cause weight loss in mice, but human studies have not been done.

Stevia

Yohimbe does cause weight loss, but again Ventilean does not disclose how much Yohimbe it contains. This makes it impossible for this Ventilean review to determine if there is enough Yohimbe in Ventilean to be effective.

Kelp

Vinpocetine helps with age-related memory problems, but it does not contribute to weight loss.

Guarana has been shown to contribute to weight loss, but ONLY when combined with Damiana and Yerba Mate. Ventilean does NOT contain Damiana or Yerba Mate. Thus, this Ventilean review finds the guarana in Ventilean will not be effective in causing weight loss.

Ventilean claims, “Not only are our ingredients unique, and proven effective but you can see that we put quality inside and outside” (website). Don’t be fooled by this claim. The ingredients in Ventilean can be found in dozens of diet products. While Ventilean does contain a few clinically proven ingredients, the amounts of these ingredients are hidden.

C-Amp

Ventilean Cost

Ventilean diet pills cost $59.95 for a 24 day supply. This is EXTREMELY expensive for a diet pill. While Ventilean contains a few proven ingredients, they hide how much of these ingredients are included (which usually means they put in as little as possible).

Ventilean Guarantee

The Ventilean website is contradictory about their guarantee. In one place it says they give you 30 days to return the product for a full refund. In another place they say the timeframe is 60 days. Both places say unopened bottles can be returned for a full refund (minus shipping and handling).

Ventilean Conclusion

This Ventilean review finds that Ventilean diet pills are really no different from dozens of others. Ventilean contains a few proven ingredients but fails to disclose how much of each ingredient is included. We recommend looking elsewhere for a diet pill. Our recommended products contain proven ingredients in sufficient amounts.

Xenadrine EFX Ingredients

Vitamin C 100 mg is important to overall health, but it has not been linked to weight loss.
Vitamin B6 10 mg is important to overall health, but it has not been linked to weight loss.
Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5) 12 mg is important to overall health, but it has not been linked to weight loss.
Magnesium 10 mg is important to overall health, but it has not been linked to weight loss.
Norambrolide 20 mg is supposed to help increase metabolic rate; more research needs to be done on Norambrolide.

Proprietary blend 1195 mg
Green tea has been proven to increase metabolic rate, leading to weight loss. Unfortunately, Xenadrine EFX does not list how much green tea it contains, making it impossible for this Xenadrine EFX review to determine if the amount of green tea is enough to be effective.
PEA is a mood enhancer. However, it is metabolized so quickly it may not have any effect. More research is needed to determine the effectiveness of PEA.
Yerba Mate has been shown to contribute to weight loss but only when combined with Damiana and Guarana. Yerba Mate has not been proven effective on its own.
di-Methionine assists in digestion by breaking down fats. You should not take Methionine without a doctor’s supervision.
Ginger root reduces stomach acid, relieving nausea.
Isotherm (quercetin & fisetin)
Bitter orange (also known as Citrus Aurantium) contains Synephrine, which has been proven to contribute to weight loss. However, Xenadrine EFX does not disclose how much bitter orange it contains.
Grape seed extract

Originally, Xenadrine EFX contained ephedra. After the ban of ephedra in the United States, Cytodyne (maker of Xenadrine EFX) changed the formula of Xenadrine EFX and eliminated the ephedra.

Xenadrine EFX Cost

We found Xenadrine EFX diet pills for as little as $14.99 for 90 capsules. If you take the recommended dosage of 4 capsules per day, one bottle will last 22 days. This is relatively inexpensive for a diet pill, but considering Xenadrine EFX hides how much of each ingredient is included in the formula, any amount is too much for Xenadrine EFX.

Xenadrine EFX Conclusion

This Xenadrine EFX review finds Xenadrine EFX is nothing special. Don’t be fooled by the lofty claims made by Xenadrine EFX; you will only be disappointed. Instead, look at our recommended products for one 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.

What are the ingredients in Thermadrol?

• Green Tea Extract 600mg
• Advantra Z® (Citrus Arantium) 400 mg
• 5-HTP 5 mg
• HydroCitric Acid (Garcina Cambogia) 420 mg
• Bioperine® 6 mg
• L-Carnitine 150 mg
• L-Tyrosine 75 mg
• Vitamin B6 30 mg
• Vitamin B12 600 mcg
• Chromium Picolinate 120 mcg
• Yerba Mate 60 mg
• Apple Cider Vinegar 30 mg
• Caffeine Anhydrous 120 mg
• Fennel Seed 30 mg
• Licorice Root 30 mg
• Pantothenic Acid 9 mg
• Phenylalanine 30 mg
• Gymnema Sylvestre 225 mg
• Cayenne Powder 30 mg
• Hoodia Gordonii 20:1 30 mg
• Ginger Root 45 mg

Green tea has been proven to increase metabolic function, causing weight loss. Studies have shown that taking 300 mg of green tea per day will cause weight loss. The amount of green tea in Thermadrol diet pills is sufficient to cause weight loss.

Advantra Z is a patented extract of Citrus Aurantium (also called Bitter Orange). The active ingredient in Citrus Aurantium is Synephrine, which I reviewed in depth previously.

The short of it is that Advantra Z is one of the ingredients you’ll find in diet pills that is actually effective in aiding weight loss. Synephrine is a stimulant that does not cause the jitters of caffeine. Some make the claim that Syephrine is the “new ephedra”. There has been absolutely zero research documenting a synephrine effect equivalent to ephedra. Is Synephrine (Advantra Z) effective? Yes. But let’s not equate it to ephedra until we have some research to back it up.

5-HTP is an amino acid, a precursor to serotonin (serotonin modulates anger, aggression, body temperature, mood, and appetite, among other things). The main purpose for 5-HTP to be included in a diet pill is for its mood enhancing effects. Much of the excessive calorie consumption causing obesity is supposedly due to mood-induced eating.

What you really have to question is the effectiveness of Garcinia cambogia at all. According to one of my favorite sources, Garcinia cambogia’s “usefulness is unproven.” However, according to this study HCA “was also shown to exhibit concentration-dependent release of serotonin in isolated rat brain cortex, which may explain its appetite suppressive action.” The dosage for the study was 4.6 grams per day — clearly more than the 840 mg present in Thermadrol (with two servings per day). I’m not saying that a lesser dose is not effective, I’m just presenting all of the facts. The study used a much higher dosage.

Bioperine is an extract from the fruit Piper nigrum L (black pepper) or Piper longum L (long pepper). Both of these contain the active ingredient that you’re looking for: Piperine. They call it a “thermonutrient” because it “enhances the body’s natural thermogenic activity.”

Is it the real deal? The Bioperine website did cite one study on their website, that showed an increased absorption of beta-carotene, vitamin B6 and selenium (fat soluble, water soluble, and a mineral, respectively). I don’t know if the ability to absorb more nutrients will directly translate into lost weight, but the added health benefits of Bioperine should not be overlooked.

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.

Tyrosine (you’ll sometimes see it called 4-hydroxyphenylalanine) is one of the amino acids used by cells to synthesize proteins. You can find it wherever you find casein (a type of protein found predominantly in dairy products such as milk, cheese, or cottage cheese). Tyrosine is a building block for neurotransmitters, which are chemicals used to relay, amplify and modulate signals between a neuron and another cell ((http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neurotransmitter)).

L-Tyrosine is one diet pill ingredient that has quite a bit of support from actual research:
With L-Tyrosine, you want to look for daily dosage amounts of 500 to 1500 mg. Thermadrol does not have nearly enough Tyrosine to be effective.

Chromium, according to some studies, reduces insulin resistance, thus increasing weight loss. However, other studies find the opposite. The findings are too contradictory to be sure whether it is effective or not. We’re neutral with a slightly positive lean here.

Yerba mate contains mainly caffeine, theophylline, and theobromine. These ingredients supposedly promote central nervous stimulation and help the body to shed water as well as suppress appetite. Additionally, caffeine, theophylline and theobromine appear to suppress appetite, and boost metabolism. However, there is not adequate research to support this. When you combine Yerba Mate with Guarana and Damiana, the effect is great — as shown by some interesting research. Thermadrol does contain Guarana but not Damiana, unfortunately.

Caffeine has been shown to increase metabolic function. Don’t be impressed with the wording Caffeine Anhydrous–it is just dried caffeine. Be sure to take into account your own reaction to caffeine before taking any product containing it.

Hoodia Gordonii is an ingredient that has gained popularity with diet pills. However, there is no scientific evidence that Hoodia actually contributes to weight loss.  All hype, no science.  I wish Thermadrol would’ve left this out — it’s a negative for us to have a diet pill containing this completel fad of an ingredient.

Does Thermadrol have a guarantee?

The Thermadrol website says “Try Thermadrol with QuadraBurn and its 21 Active Ingredients at no risk. If you don’t Lose at Least 10 Pounds AND see an amazing change in your body and energy levels…if friends aren’t raving about weight you’ve lost…If you are not 100% satisfied in any way…simply send back the empty container within 30 days for a full refund of the purchase price.”  This looks like a very solid guarantee.  No fancy wording or trickery.

What are the side effects of Thermadrol?

Side effects of Thermadrol diet pills include sleeplessness, nausea, or jitters. These side effects are actually listed on the Thermadrol website (our hat goes off again!). This is almost unheard of in the diet pill industry. Most companies claim their products have no side effects even if the side effects are known and documented.

How much does Thermadrol cost?

A bottle of 120 capsules costs around $30 and lasts 20 days. At $1.50 per day, they are relatively inexpensive as diet pills go.

Thermadrol’s Unusual Marketing

I was very happily surprised with Thermadrol’s website. It included testimonials, but unlike countless other diet pill companies, the testimonials were simple and quiet believable.

In addition to Thermadrol diet pills, you also receive free exercise software and a free short-term gym membership (wow).

As already noted in this Thermadrol review, Thermadrol actually lists the side effects on their website. This is another unusual move by a diet pill company.

Thermadrol does not autoship their product. In other words, you have to re-order the product if you want more. They do not automatically ship it to you, as many diet pill companies do.  Another plus.

Best of all, Thermadrol tells you how much of each ingredient is included in their formula. This is the ONLY way to know how effective a diet pill actually is.  Thermadrol impresses us yet again.

Thermadrol conclusion

This Thermadrol review finds that Thermadrol is a legitimate diet pill. It contains several proven ingredients, most in proven amounts. We appreciate the upfront marketing. The inclusion of Hoodia adds nothing and we wish the guarantee were for more than 30 days. However, we do not doubt that Thermadrol diet pills can facilitate weight loss.

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.

We will examine each of these three Metabolife varieties.

Metabolife Ultra

The Metabolife website claims,

“Metabolife Ultra® is a breakthrough appetite suppressant that is specially formulated for sustained energy, helping to keep you motivated and on track towards achieving your weight loss goals.”

In reality, this supplement contains the same ingredients as numerous other weight loss supplements; there is no “breakthrough” technology or ingredient in Metabolife Ultra. With the “proprietary blend”, the amount of individual ingredients is not disclosed. While SuperCitriMax can be effective in weight loss, we cannot be sure if it will be effective in Metabolife Ultra because we do not know exactly how much is included.

The following is the ingredient list for Metabolife Ultra

• Calcium (as hydroxycitrate) 140mg 14%
• Chromium (as chromium picolinate) 133mcg 110%
• Sodium 30 mg 1%
• Potassium 200mg 5%

Proprietary Blend 1736mg

• SuperCitriMax� Garcinia extract (fruit) (standardized for hydroxycitric acid)
• Caffeine
• Co-enzyme Q10

Each caplet contains 75mg caffeine (this is a weak amount, but we’ll get there).

Metabolife Green Tea

The Metabolife website states,

“Metabolife® Green Tea helps boost the body’s metabolism, making it easier to burn unwanted calories.”

This could be true. Green tea has been proven to promote weight loss. However, with the “proprietary blend”, the amount of green tea contained in Metabolife Green Tea is not disclosed, so we cannot be sure it will be effective.

The following is the ingredient list for Metabolife Green Tea:

• Calcium (as hydroxycitrate & dicalcium phosphate) 40mg 4%
• Copper (as sodium copper chlorophyllin) 300mcg 15%
• Chromium (as chromium picolinate) 133mcg 110%
• Sodium 20mg <1%
• Potassium 30mg <1%

Proprietary Blend 1032mg

• SuperCitriMax� Garcinia extract (fruit) (standardized for hydroxycitric acid)
• Green tea extract (leaf) (standardized for EGCG and total catechins)
• Guarana extract (seed) (standardized for caffeine)
• Yerba mate extract (leaf) (standardized for caffeine)

Metabolife Caffeine Free

The Metabolife website explains,

“Metabolife® Caffeine Free is a stimulant-free alternative for individuals seeking the weight-loss benefits of Metabolife Ultra® without additional energy enhancement.”

The following is the ingredient list for Metabolife Caffeine Free:

Thiamin (as thiamin mononitrate) 1.5mg 100%
Riboflavin 1.7mg 100%
Niacin (as niacinamide) 20mg 100%
Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) 5mg 250%
Pantothenic acid (as d-calcium pantothenate) 10mg 100%
Calcium (as hydroxycitrate) 140mg 14%
Chromium (as chromium picolinate) 133mcg 110%
Sodium 300mg 1%
Potassium 200mg 5%
SuperCitriMax® Garcinia extract (fruit) (standardized for hydroxycitric acid)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
† Daily Value not established

Are the ingredients in the Metabolife supplements effective in promoting weight loss?

What does the research say?

In studies, Chromium Picolinate has shown conflicting findings. Some studies claim Chromium Picolinate reduces insulin resistance, promoting weight loss. Other studies have found this to be untrue. We remain neutral on chromium, with a slightly positively lean (how’s that for subjective?).

Garcinia Cambogia’s primary active compound is Hydroxycitric acid (HCA). Studies have shown taking HCA can promote weight loss. Study participants took 1.2 grams of HCA per day.

The amount of SuperCitriMax (Garnicia Cambogia) contained in Metabolife Ultra and Metabolife Green Tea is not disclosed; therefore, we cannot be sure it will be effective in promoting weight loss. The amount of SuperCitriMax in Metabolife Caffeine Free is more than the amount used in the studies. However, we prefer
SuperCitriMax when it is combined with other proven ingredients.

Green Tea is one of the few diet pill ingredients we stand by — backed by serious amounts of research over many, many years. Read our Green Tea review to see how we drew our conclusions.

Caffeine has been shown to be an energy booster. Knowing your caffeine tolerance is definitely important when evaluating different dietary supplements. The effects of caffeine vary from person to person based on any number of factors (body size, tolerance, etc.).

Studies have shown that Guarana can lead to fat cell reduction (when combined with conjugated linoleic acid). However, Metabolife Green Tea does not contain linoleic acid.

How much does Metabolife cost?

All three varieties come in bottles of 45 caplets; the bottles cost $24.99. The suggested dosage is 2 caplets 3 times per day. Thus, it will cost you $3.33 per day. This is very expensive, especially for a product that does not prove its effectiveness.

Metabolife Possible Side Effects

The side effects of Metabolife include increased heart rate, jitters, and anxiety.

Metabolife Review Conclusion

The three varieties of Metabolife might work, but without disclosing the amounts of individual ingredients, we cannot compare them with the clinical studies. These products are very expensive. Look for a supplement that discloses all ingredient amounts, includes clinically proven amounts of ingredients, and doesn’t try to rake you over on the pricing.