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		<title>Leptorexin Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2008 17:59:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Leptorexin bases their ingredient profile on 6 different health areas: Fat Burning, Euphoric, Superfood, Anti-aging, Cellular Detox, Lean Muscle, and Key Vitamins.  As such, their ingredient list is quite lengthy.  They claim to provide &#8220;Visual results within 72 hours!&#8221; That&#8217;s quite a claim.  They do, however, back it up with one of the best guarantees [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptorexin" rel="nofollow"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-733" title="leptorexin" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/leptorexin.jpg" alt="" width="83" height="151" /></a><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptorexin" rel="nofollow">Leptorexin</a> bases their ingredient profile on 6 different health areas: Fat Burning, Euphoric, Superfood, Anti-aging, Cellular Detox, Lean Muscle, and Key Vitamins.  As such, their ingredient list is quite lengthy.  They claim to provide &#8220;Visual results within 72 hours!&#8221; That&#8217;s quite a claim.  They do, however, back it up with one of the best guarantees in the industry.</p>
<p>This Leptorexin review will look into their ingredients to see if it is all that they claim.</p>
<h3>Leptorexin Ingredients</h3>
<p><strong>Vitamins &amp; Minerals</strong></p>
<p>Vitamin C (60 mg)<br />
Vitamin B12 (60 mcg)<br />
Vitamin B6 (5 mg)<br />
<a href="" >Chromium Polynicotinate</a> (200 mcg)<br />
Selenium (50 mcg)</p>
<p><strong>Euphoric Fat Burning Matrix (715 mg)</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/charge-asf-labrada-review/charge-asf/" >Chocamine</a><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/635-revision/" >DiCaffeine Malate</a><br />
Rhodiola Rosea<br />
St Johns Wort<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/slimquick-night-review/" >L-Tyrosine</a><br />
Picamilon<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/lipotrox-review/" >Phenylethylamine</a><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/hyper-hoodia-review/hyper-hoodia/" >Synephrine</a><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/925-revision-8/" >Ginkgo</a><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/148-revision-11/" >Siberian Ginseng</a><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/419-revision/" >Ginger</a><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/943-revision-5/" >5-HTP</a><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/200-revision-6/" >Vinpocetine</a></p>
<p><strong>Superfood Matrix (400 mg)</strong></p>
<p>Barley<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/avesil-review/avesil/" >Garlic</a><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/5-autosave/" >Cayenne</a><br />
Buckwheat<br />
Soybean<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/943-autosave/" >Flaxseed</a><br />
Lactobacillus Acidophillus<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/slender-fx-review/" >Wheatgrass</a><br />
Acai<br />
Alfalfa</p>
<p><strong>Lean Muscle Matrix (480 mg)</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/centrilean-review/centrilean-2/" >L-Glutamine</a><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/911-revision-12/" >Creatine</a><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/804-autosave/" >L-Arginine</a><br />
Avena Sativa<br />
Mucuna Pruriens<br />
Ipriflavone<br />
Ecdysterone<br />
Coleus</p>
<p><strong>Cellular Detox Matrix (400 mg)</strong></p>
<p>Dandelion Root<br />
Milk Thistle<br />
Licorice<br />
Cranberry<br />
Uva Ursi<br />
Sage</p>
<p><strong>Anti-Aging Matrix (150 mg)</strong></p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/jetfuel-review/" >Green Tea</a><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/avesil-review/" >DMAE</a><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/911-autosave/" >L-Carnitine</a><br />
Alpha Lipoic Acid</p>
<p>For full reviews of each ingredient, click on its link above.</p>
<p>Leptorexin&#8217;s ingredient profile contains both quality, proven ingredients as well as some that aren&#8217;t likely to do much.  Often when we see a long list of ingredients such as this our first reaction is to assume that they aren&#8217;t able to fit enough of each ingredient in the pill to be effective.  With Leptorexin, however, this may or may not be the case.  They use proprietary blends, which is a big turnoff.  But the amounts of those blends (or at least a couple of the blends) appears to possibly be sufficient to be effective.  With all proprietary blends, however, it&#8217;s extremely difficult to give a solid answer as to its probable effectiveness.</p>
<h3>Leptorexin Marketing</h3>
<p>The first that we noticed is that <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptorexin" rel="nofollow">Leptorexin</a> looked incredibly familiar.  Well if you look at PatenTrim, you may feel the same way.  It looks like Leptorexin has copied many of the design features of PatenTrim.  I&#8217;m not sure what exactly their strategy was for such a move, but it&#8217;s possible that they are trying to borrow from some of PatenTrim&#8217;s credibility.</p>
<p>Aside from that, the website is quite open about the ingredients (although they do use proprietary blends) and has some basic details about most of them.  We like that.  They do, however, use the overly abused TV logos, trying to make you think that they&#8217;ve been featured on them.  That&#8217;s highly unlikely.</p>
<h3>The Leptorexin Guarantee</h3>
<p>They have a 100% lifetime money back guarantee.  You can only return unopened bottles, but this is still much better than almost all of the other guarantees out there.</p>
<h3>Leptorexin Cost</h3>
<p>For one bottle it&#8217;s $59.99.</p>
<h3>Leptorexin Conclusion</h3>
<p>The ingredient profile in Leptorexin contains a myriad of ingredients.  Some are good, some are mediocre.  We like their great guarantee and if the pill is effective, the price isn&#8217;t too bad.  It&#8217;s always hard to fully recommend something that uses proprietary blends, so <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptorexin" rel="nofollow">Leptorexin </a>gets a pretty average review.  There may be better solutions out there, but it is likely to help you lose weight.</p>
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		<title>7-DFBX Review</title>
		<link>http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/7-dfbx-review/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2008 16:59:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[7-DFBX is a diet pill that claims, &#8220;Buy 7-DFBX Today   and be 7, 10, 14, Even up to   21   POUNDS   Skinnier in 7 Days!!&#8221; (website) This 7-DFBX review will explain the ingredients in 7-DFBX as well as determine what validity (if any) there is in the claims [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="30px;" align="left"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-657" title="7-dfbx" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/7-dfbx.jpg" alt="" width="82" height="150" />7-DFBX is a diet pill that claims, &#8220;Buy 7-DFBX Today   and be 7, 10, 14, Even up to   21   POUNDS   Skinnier in 7 Days!!&#8221; (website) This 7-DFBX review will explain the ingredients in 7-DFBX as well as determine what validity (if any) there is in the claims about 7-DFBX.</p>
<h3>7-DFBX Ingredients</h3>
<p style="30px;" align="left"><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/caffeine-anhydrous-review/" >Caffeine Anyhdrous </a>is just regular caffeine. It has been shown to contribute to weight loss.<br />
<span class="style24">Potassium Gluconate has healthy benefits but has not been shown to contribute to weight loss.</span><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/chromium-picolinate-review/" >Chromium Polynicotinate</a> has been shown to contribute to weight loss by some studies, but not by others.<br />
<span class="style24">Psyllium Husk </span><br />
<span class="style42">Oat Bran Fiber </span><br />
<span class="style24">Barley Rice Fiber </span><br />
<span class="style42">Apple Pectin </span><br />
<span class="style24">Fennel Seed</span><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/glucomannan-review/" >Glucomannan</a><span class="style42"> (267 mg) </span>is a dietary fiber which is supposed to make users feel full. Studies have shown glucomannan to be effective when used at a dose of 2-4 g per day. Thus, this 7-DFBX review finds there is not enough glucomannan in 7-DFBX diet pills to be effective.<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/flaxseed-review/" ><span class='style24'>Flax seed powder </span></a><br />
<span class="style42">Dandelion Root </span><br />
<span class="style24">Uva Ursi</span> is used to treat headaches and bladder infections. There is evidence that a drug interaction is possible when Uva Ursi is combined with diuretics (like Buchu, Juniper, parsley, and mint leaf).<br />
<span class="style42">Cranberry </span><br />
<span class="style24">Buchu Leaves 4:1is a diuretic.</span><br />
<span class="style42">Alfalfa </span><br />
<span class="style24">Juniper Berries is a diuretic.</span><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/garlic-review/" >Garlic</a><span class="style24"> 100:1 </span><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/ginger-review-is-ginger-effective-in-diet-pills/" >Ginger Root</a><br />
<span class="style24">Parsley is a diuretic.</span><br />
Goldenseal<br />
<span class="style24">Mint leaf is a diuretic.</span><br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/raspberry-ketone-review-effectiveness-of-raspberry-ketone-in-weight-loss/" >Red Raspberry</a> Leaf<br />
<span class="style24">Lemon Peel </span><br />
Hawthorn Berries<br />
<span class="style24">Red Clover Leaf </span><br />
Burdock Root<br />
<span class="style24">Irish Moss</span><br />
Aloe Vera<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/cayenne-review/" ><span class='style24'>Cayenne Pepper </span></a><br />
Sage<br />
<span class="style24">Noni </span><br />
Mangosteen<br />
<span class="style24">Pomegranate </span><br />
Apple Cider Vinegar<br />
<span class="style24">Grapefruit Seed </span></p>
<p style="30px;" align="left">7-DFBX is a diuretic (it rids your body of water). So, you might see a little weight loss from using 7-DFBX diet pills, but you will probably be on the toilet a lot. Don&#8217;t count on keeping the weight off either.</p>
<h3>7-DFBX Cost</h3>
<p style="30px;" align="left">7-DFBX costs $19.99 per bottle (for a one week supply). This is very expensive, considering there is no evidence to show that 7-DFBX actually works.</p>
<h3>7-DFBX Guarantee</h3>
<p style="30px;" align="left"><span class="style44">The 7-DFBX website says, &#8220;If you are not satisfied with our product, please return the empty bottle to receive full refund less S&amp;H. If you purchased more than 1 bottle, all other bottles MUST be in unopend, unused, and resellable condition.&#8221; This seems like a pretty good guarantee, although they do not specify how much time you have to return the product for a refund.<br />
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<h3>7-DFBX Claims</h3>
<p style="30px;" align="left">7-DFBX claims you can lose up to 21 pounds in one week by taking 7-DFBX diet pills. Anything that promises more than about a pound a day should be questioned. If you do happen to lose some weight when taking 7-DFBX, you won&#8217;t keep the weight off. 7-DFBX does warn to take a week off in between bottles.</p>
<h3>7-DFBX Conclusion</h3>
<p style="30px;" align="left">This 7-DFBX review finds this product is not worth your money. You might experience some weight loss from 7-DFBX, but only because you will be stuck on the toilet. There are more comfortable and more lasting ways to lose weight. Check out our recommended products. They contain proven ingredients in correct amounts.</p>
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		<title>7-DFB Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2008 16:43:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[7-DFB (Seven day fat burner)
According to their website, 7-DFB (seven day fat burner) is &#8220;the ONLY Fat Burner in the World that can help YOU Lose 7, 10, 14, Even Up To 21 POUNDS in Just 7-Days&#8221;. They claim the average loser loses 8.75 pounds in 7 days. This 7-DFB review will determine if there [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h3>7-DFB (Seven day fat burner)</h3>
<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-656" title="7-dfb1" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/7-dfb1.jpg" alt="" width="151" height="151" />According to their website, 7-DFB (seven day fat burner) is &#8220;the ONLY Fat Burner in the World that can help YOU Lose 7, 10, 14, Even Up To 21 POUNDS in Just 7-Days&#8221;. They claim the average loser loses 8.75 pounds in 7 days. This 7-DFB review will determine if there is any validity to these lofty claims.<br />
What are the ingredients in 7-DFB?</p>
<p>The following is the ingredient list found on the 7-DFB website</p>
<p>Serving Size: 6 Capsules<br />
Amount per 6 capsule serving</p>
<p>Total carbohydrate 2000 mg<br />
Dietary Fiber      2000 mg<br />
Potassium Gluconate  200 mg<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/chromium-picolinate-review/" >Chromium Polynicotinat</a>e 2 mg<br />
Dandelion Root  1500 mg<br />
Psyllium Husk   500 mg<br />
Oat Bran Fiber   500 mg<br />
Rice Bran Fiber  500 mg<br />
Uva Ursi   500 mg<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/glucomannan-review/" >Glucomannan</a> 500 mg<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/flaxseed-review/" >Flax seed powder</a> 500 mg<br />
Cranberry   500 mg<br />
Buchu Leaves 4:1  200 mg<br />
Alfalfa   200 mg<br />
Juniper Berries  200 mg<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/garlic-review/" >Garlic</a> 100:1   200 mg<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/ginger-review-is-ginger-effective-in-diet-pills/" >Ginger Root </a> 120 mg<br />
Parsley   100 mg<br />
Mint leaf   100 mg<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/raspberry-ketone-review-effectiveness-of-raspberry-ketone-in-weight-loss/" >Red Raspberry</a> Leaf  70 mg<br />
Lemon Peel   70 mg<br />
Hawthorn Berries  70 mg<br />
Red Clover Leaf  70 mg<br />
Burdock Root   70 mg<br />
Irish Moss   70 mg<br />
Aloe Vera   70 mg<br />
Sage    70 mg<br />
<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/cayenne-review/" >Cayenne Pepper</a> 70 mg<br />
Noni    50 mg<br />
Mangosteen   50 mg<br />
Pomegranate   50 mg<br />
Apple Cider Vinegar  50 mg<br />
Grapefruit Seed  50 mg</p>
<p>What a long list of ingredients! The 7-DFB website has a description of each ingredient. In addition to those listed on the bottle, they also list <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/caffeine-anhydrous-review/" >Caffeine Anyhdrous</a>, apple pectin, fennel seed, and goldenseal.<br />
This seems strange since these ingredients are not listed on the bottle.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/chromium-picolinate-review/" >Chromium Picolinate </a>(chromium + picolinic acid) is pushed by companies as an aid to losing weight. It is known that small quantities of chromium are “needed for glucose utilization by insulin in normal health, but deficiency is extremely rare in developed nations.”<br />
Some claim chromium picolinate reduces insulin resistance and leads to weight loss. However, studies show mixed results.</p>
<h3>Do you have a chromium deficiency? Probably not.</h3>
<p>Glucomannan is a dietary fiber which makes you feel full. Studies have shown it is effective in promoting weight loss, but only if you take 2-4 grams per day. The amount of glucomannan in 7-DFB diet pills is not enough to cause weight loss.</p>
<p>The remainder of the ingredients in 7-DFB might be healthy, but they have no effect on weight loss (unless you call a laxative effect a way to promote weight loss). This 7-DFB review finds there is no ingredient in 7-DFB which has been proven to contribute to weight loss (at least not in proven amounts).<br />
How much does 7-DFB cost?</p>
<p>One bottle of 7-DFB diet pills costs $19.99 for a seven day supply. However, if you join the Orovo club (a multi-level marketing company) you can get a bottle of 7-DFB for about $5 (after you pay full price for one product).</p>
<h3>How should 7-DFB be taken?</h3>
<p>The recommended dosage is 6 capsules twice a day for seven days. Allow 7-days without using the product in between cycles.<br />
What are the side effects of 7-DFB?</p>
<p>Side effects of 7-DFB diet pills include frequent bowel movements, increased heart rate, and nausea.<br />
Is there a guarantee for 7-DFB?</p>
<p>The 7-DFB website says they will give a full refund if you return your empty bottle (plus any unopened bottles). You will receive a &#8220;prompt refund&#8221; minus shipping and handling.</p>
<h3>7-DFB conclusion</h3>
<p>This 7-DFB review finds this is not a typical fat burner. It does not contain ingredients typically contained in fat burners. There are no proven ingredients in 7-DFB diet pills. Any claim that you can lose 21 pounds in seven days should be a huge red flag. Maybe you could lose weight on 7-DFB but it would most likely be because you would be stuck on the toilet for a week. If you really want to lose weight, look for a diet pill that includes proven ingredients in proven amounts.</p>
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		<title>Orovo Detox Review</title>
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		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[According to their official website, &#8220;Orovo Detox combines the benefits of the original 10 Orovo SuperFoods with the power of 31 other natural detoxifying agents. This effective combination helps to clean up and clear out these toxins and poisons that naturally accumulate in your body every day! The results: decreased body fat and higher energy [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=orovodetox" rel="nofollow"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-358" title="orovo-detox" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/orovo-detox.jpg" alt="Orovo Detox Review" width="150" height="150" /></a>According to their official website, &#8220;<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=orovo detox" rel="nofollow">Orovo Detox</a> combines the benefits of the original 10 Orovo SuperFoods with the power of 31 other natural detoxifying agents. This effective combination helps to clean up and clear out these toxins and poisons that naturally accumulate in your body every day! The results: decreased body fat and higher energy levels!&#8221; This Orovo Detox review will reveal just how legitimate these claims are and what you can expect from Orovo Detox diet pills.</p>
<h3>What are the ingredients in Orovo Detox?</h3>
<p>The ingredients in <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=orovo detox" rel="nofollow">Orovo Detox</a> are listed below.</p>
<ul>
<li>Vitamin B6 10mg</li>
<li>Potassium Gluconate 100mg</li>
<li>Dandelion 500mg</li>
<li><strong>SuperFoods Blend 350mg</strong>
<ul>
<li>Barley</li>
<li>Acai</li>
<li>Cayenne Pepper</li>
<li>Buckwheat</li>
<li>Flaxseed</li>
<li>Alfalfa Sprout</li>
<li>Lactobacillus Acidophilus</li>
<li>Soy Isoflavines</li>
<li>Garlic</li>
<li>Wheatgrass</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li><strong>Antioxidant Blend 575mg</strong>
<ul>
<li>Green Tea</li>
<li>Alpha Lipoic Acid</li>
<li>DMAE</li>
<li>Idebenone</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Buchu Leaves 250mg</li>
<li>Uva Ursi 250mg</li>
<li>Lemon Balm 200mg</li>
<li>Milk Thistle 200mg</li>
<li>Ginger 100mg</li>
<li>Juniper Berries 100mg</li>
<li>Senna Leaf 100mg</li>
<li>Couch Grass 50mg</li>
<li>Licorice Root 50mg</li>
<li>Parsley Leaves 50mg</li>
<li>Aloe Vera 25mg</li>
<li>Apple Cider Vinegar 25mg</li>
<li>Grapefruit Seed 25mg</li>
<li>Grape Seed 25mg</li>
<li>Mangosteen 25mg</li>
<li>Noni Fruit 25mg</li>
<li>Papaya Fruit 25mg</li>
<li>Peppermint Leaves 25mg</li>
<li>Pomegranate Leaves 25mg</li>
<li>Pomegranate 25mg</li>
<li>Raspberry 25mg</li>
<li>Red Clover 25mg</li>
<li>Sage Leaf 25mg</li>
</ul>
<p>Other Ingredients: Magnesium Stearate</p>
<p>As you can see, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=orovo detox" rel="nofollow">Orovo Detox</a> has thrown in everything but the kitchen sink. Realize that just because a product has a long list of ingredients doesn&#8217;t mean it is an effective product. In fact, the opposite is often true. They want you to believe that the number of ingredients makes it more effective.</p>
<p>In this very long list of ingredients, only one, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >green tea</a>, has been proven to contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>Green tea is an excellent diet pill ingredient. It has been proven to significantly contribute to weight loss IF it is used in the correct amount. However, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=orovo detox" rel="nofollow">Orovo Detox</a> includes green tea only in a &#8220;blend&#8221;, so the actual amount of green tea is not disclosed. Therefore, this Orovo Detox review cannot determine whether the amount of green tea included in Orovo Detox diet pills is enough to cause weight loss.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/dmae-dimethylethanolamine-review/" >DMAE</a> is supposed to have a positive influence on mood, but more human research is needed before it can be considered a good ingredient in a diet pill.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/wheatgrass-review/" >Wheatgrass</a> is supposed to detoxify heavy metals from the blood stream and improve the digestive system, among many other things.While wheatgrass is healthy, there is no proof it contributes to weight loss.</p>
<p>The remainder of these ingredients, while they may be healthy, do not directly contribute to weight loss.</p>
<h3>How much does Orovo Detox cost?</h3>
<p>This is a tricky question. The official website says the retail price is $89.95 for one bottle, but you can buy it on the website for $39.99. You can save even more if you buy in bulk. This is a classic retail marketing tactic used to make people feel like they are getting a good deal so they will buy more.</p>
<p>Orovo has an income-opportunity side to it as well.  If you sign up for their autoship program then you&#8217;ll be able to refer friends and earn money when friends by Orovo products.  If you&#8217;re a great salesman then i suppose you could earn some extra money doing this.</p>
<h3>Quick Orovo Detox Video Review</h3>
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<h3>How should Orovo Detox diet pills be taken?</h3>
<p>The <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=orovo detox" rel="nofollow">Orovo Detox</a> website instructs that the product should be taken for seven days (4 capsules twice a day) followed by a seven day rest period. Why is this? According to the website, &#8220;Because you will lose weight faster with Orovo DETOX than any other weight loss product ever made. The combination of the original 10 SuperFoods plus 31 Detox Agents promote results so FAST that taking for more than 7 consecutive days will cause you to lose weight TOO QUICKLY!&#8221;</p>
<p>We doubt the product will help you lose weight too quickly, based on our review as stated above.  Throwing out cautions like this are usually meant to simply legitimize the product in a prospect&#8217;s eyes.</p>
<h3>What are the side effects of Orovo Detox?</h3>
<p>The side effects of <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=orovo detox" rel="nofollow">Orovo Detox</a> diet pills may include frequent bowel movements (though not <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/alli-review/" >explosive and without warning, a la Alli</a>), anxiety, and possibly jitters.</p>
<h3>Orovo Detox Conclusion</h3>
<p>This <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=orovo detox" rel="nofollow">Orovo Detox</a> review finds that Orovo Detox diet pills are a nice contender for a detox option.  We like it overall.</p>
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		<title>Leptitrex Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2008 16:25:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
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Leptitrex is a weight loss supplement that claims by taking it you will “Lose 7 Pounds Every 7 Days Effortlessly”. The first thing you will notice about Leptitrex is lengthy list of ingredients; there are about 50 ingredients in this supplement.  Leptitrex claims it will not only help you lose weight but it will [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div class="alignright" style="display:none;"><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptitrex" rel="nofollow"><img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-435 noborder" title="Try Leptitrex" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/07/recommended_leptitrex.jpg" alt="Try Leptitrex" width="209" height="44" /></a></div>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptitrex" rel="nofollow"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-299" title="Leptitrex Bottle" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/leptitrex-bottle.jpg" alt="" width="126" height="214" /></a><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptitrex" rel="nofollow">Leptitrex</a> is a weight loss supplement that claims by taking it you will “Lose 7 Pounds Every 7 Days Effortlessly”. The first thing you will notice about Leptitrex is lengthy list of ingredients; <strong>there are about 50 ingredients in this supplement</strong>.  Leptitrex claims it will not only help you lose weight but it will also detox your body, eliminate acne, feel euphoric, suppress appetite, and build muscle. That is great if you are looking for all of those things, but what if you just want to lose weight?</p>
<h3>Just what is in Leptitrex?</h3>
<p>The list is long and we could probably write a book with information on each ingredient. <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptitrex" rel="nofollow">Leptitrex</a> contains 6 &#8220;Keys&#8221; which, according to their website, are:</p>
<p>1. Vitamins &amp; Mineral blend &#8211; Vitamin C, Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, Chromium Polynicontinate, Selenium</p>
<p>2. Motivation &amp; Hunger &#8211; <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/chocamine-review/" >Chocamine</a>, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/dicaffeine-malate-review/" >Di-Caffeine Malate</a>, Rhodiola Rosea, St. John&#8217;s Wort, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/l-tyrosine-review/" >L-Tyrosine</a>, Picamilon, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/l-phenylalanine-review/" >Phenylalanine</a>, hops, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/phenylethylamine-review/" >Phenylethylamine (PEA)</a>, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/synephrine-review/" >Synephrine</a>, Ginkgo, Siberian Ginseng, Ginger, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/5-hydroxytryptophan-5-htp-review/" >5-HTP</a>, and Vinpocetine</p>
<p>3. Superfoods &#8211; Barley, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/garlic-review/" >Garlic</a>, Cayenne, Buckwheat, Soybeans, Flaxseed, Lactobacillus Acidophilus, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/wheatgrass-review/" >Wheatgrass</a>, Acai, and alfalfa. These ingredients supposedly help in eliminating acne.</p>
<p>4. Lean Muscle Matrix &#8211; <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/forslean-review/" >Forslean</a>, L-Glutamine, Creatine Monohydrate, L-Arginine, Avena Sativa, Mucuna Pruniens, Ipriflavone, Ecdysterone</p>
<p>5. Body &amp; liver detox &#8211; dandelion root, milk thistle, licorice, cranberry, uva ursi, and sage</p>
<p>6. Anti Aging matrix &#8211; <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >green tea</a>, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/dmae-dimethylethanolamine-review/" >DMAE</a>, acetyl-L-Carnitine, and <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/alpha-lipoic-acid-review/" >alpha lipoic acid</a></p>
<p>While the ingredients are all listed, there are no specific amounts listed for any of the ingredients.  This is your standard &#8220;proprietary blend&#8221; that we see a lot in the diet pill industry.  It&#8217;s completely out of the ordinary for companies <em>not</em> to use a proprietary blend these days, so we have a hard time making it count against anyone. (That being said, there are a few companies that disclose everything, so we do give special consideration to those).</p>
<p>Because <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptitrex" rel="nofollow">Leptitrex</a> contains a whole slew of ingredients, you&#8217;re going to be dealing with multiple pills.  Don&#8217;t let this be a huge deterrent to you unless you have a hard time swallowing pills.  What would worry me more is if Leptitrex were to list all of these ingredients and then only require one or two pills as the dosage&#8230;that would smell like a scam.</p>
<h3>What does the Research say about Leptitrex?</h3>
<p>Well, there has been no research done on <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptitrex" rel="nofollow">Leptitrex</a> itself, only on some of the individual ingredients. Several of the ingredients have been proven effective in weight loss, specifically <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/forslean-review/" >Forslean</a> and <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >green tea</a>. However, many of the ingredients are a bit disputed in their effectiveness, including <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/5-hydroxytryptophan-5-htp-review/" >5-HTP</a> and <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/dmae-dimethylethanolamine-review/" >DMAE</a>. Many of the other ingredients have not been researched enough to determine their effectiveness. Although some ingredients do have clinical backing, it is impossible to say whether or not these ingredients are effective in Leptitrex because the amounts of the ingredients are not disclosed.</p>
<p>Several ingredients are included as mood enhancers (including PEA and DMAE). PEA has been clinically proven to promote energy and elevate mood.</p>
<h3>The Leptitrex Website Claims:</h3>
<p>&#8220;Recent Clinical studies prove the Effectiveness of 2 ingredients in the Leptitrex Lean Muscle Matrix:</p>
<p>1)  Seventy-eight highly trained athletes were given either placebo, protein, or a key ingredient in Leptitrex + protein. The combination of Leptitrex’s ingredient and protein resulted in up to a 13% reduction in body fat and a 6% to 7% increase in muscle tissue. This was within a period of only 10 days.</p>
<p>2)  University study on another PATENTED ingredient in Leptitrex shows test subjects lost 9.9 lbs of body FAT on average in the course of 12 weeks. They were also able to GAIN Lean Muscle Tissue thus greatly increasing their metabolic rate and likelihood of long term success.&#8221;</p>
<p>It is interesting that not only does <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptitrex" rel="nofollow">Leptitrex</a> fail to say which ingredients were tested, but they also fail to give any concrete evidence on when the studies were done or who conducted the studies.</p>
<h3>Leptitrex Marketing</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptitrex" rel="nofollow">Leptitrex</a> does most of the marketing by word of mouth.  This is actually a very positive sign, since you can be assured that consumers won&#8217;t refer their friends to an ineffective product.  They do not have a customer service phone number, only an email address. On the up side, they do have a &#8220;Lifetime Money Back Guarantee&#8221;. All you have to do is return your empty bottle (because they want you to try an entire bottle before returning it) and any unopened bottles for a &#8220;quick refund&#8221; minus shipping and handling.</p>
<h3>How Much Does Leptitrex Cost?</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptitrex" rel="nofollow">Leptitrex</a> normally costs $99.95 per bottle (a one month supply), but if you <strong>&#8220;BUY NOW before it’s Too Late!&#8221;</strong> you can get a discount.</p>
<h3>Leptitrex Review Conclusion</h3>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/goto.php?a=leptitrex" rel="nofollow">Leptitrex</a> is trying too hard to cover all the bases. By focusing on fewer ingredients they could do more research and be sure to include proper amounts of effective ingredients. They may have spread themselves a bit thin.  With a lifetime moneyback guarantee, it may be worth a shot but, of course, that&#8217;s ultimately up for you to decide.</p>
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