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		<title>Black Grape Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Jan 2010 17:17:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Diet Pill Reviews]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Patentrim]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[caffeine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[green tea]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[guarana]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[l-leucine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[niacin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[pantothenic acid]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[resveratrol]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[vitamin b12]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/blackgrape.jpg" alt="blackgrape" title="blackgrape" width="109" height="150" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1827" />Black Grape is a diet drink that claims it will improve overall wellness, increase metabolism, and improve energy. This Black Grape review will detail the ingredients contained in Black Grape as well as give you an idea of what you can expect from this product.</p>
<h3>Black Grape Ingredients</h3>
<p><strong>Niacin</strong> (20 mg) does not cause weight loss.<br />
<strong>Vitamin B6</strong> (5 mg) is important to good health, but it does not contribute to weight loss.<br />
<strong>Vitamin B12</strong> (4.8 mcg) is another important vitamin, but it will not cause weight loss.<br />
<strong>Pantothenic Acid</strong> (5 mg) is also known as Vitamin B5. It does not cause weight loss.<br />
<strong>Taurine</strong> (1000 mg) is often added to energy drinks, but it does nothing for weight loss.<br />
<strong>L-Leucine</strong> (1000 mg) helps slow muscle degeneration. It sounds like a broken record, but this ingredient does not cause weight loss.<br />
<strong>Natural <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2007/caffeine/">Caffeine</a></strong> (75 mg) is an effective ingredient, but Black Grape does not contain enough to cause weight loss.<br />
<strong><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/">Green Tea</a></strong> (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.<br />
<strong><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guarana-yeba-mate-and-damiana-gyd-review/">Guarana</a> Seed</strong> (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.<br />
<strong>Resveratrol</strong> (20 mg) is simply another fad. It has not been proven to cause weight loss.</p>
<h3>Black Grape Cost</h3>
<p>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.</p>
<h3>Black Grape Guarantee</h3>
<p>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.</p>
<h3>Black Grape Affiliate Program</h3>
<p>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&#8217;t lose weight by using it.</p>
<h3>Black Grape Customer Service</h3>
<p>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.</p>
<h3>Black Grape Conclusion</h3>
<p>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.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/blackgrape.jpg" alt="blackgrape" title="blackgrape" width="109" height="150" class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1827" />Black Grape is a diet drink that claims it will improve overall wellness, increase metabolism, and improve energy. This Black Grape review will detail the ingredients contained in Black Grape as well as give you an idea of what you can expect from this product.</p>
<h3>Black Grape Ingredients</h3>
<p><strong>Niacin</strong> (20 mg) does not cause weight loss.<br />
<strong>Vitamin B6</strong> (5 mg) is important to good health, but it does not contribute to weight loss.<br />
<strong>Vitamin B12</strong> (4.8 mcg) is another important vitamin, but it will not cause weight loss.<br />
<strong>Pantothenic Acid</strong> (5 mg) is also known as Vitamin B5. It does not cause weight loss.<br />
<strong>Taurine</strong> (1000 mg) is often added to energy drinks, but it does nothing for weight loss.<br />
<strong>L-Leucine</strong> (1000 mg) helps slow muscle degeneration. It sounds like a broken record, but this ingredient does not cause weight loss.<br />
<strong>Natural <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2007/caffeine/">Caffeine</a></strong> (75 mg) is an effective ingredient, but Black Grape does not contain enough to cause weight loss.<br />
<strong><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/">Green Tea</a></strong> (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.<br />
<strong><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guarana-yeba-mate-and-damiana-gyd-review/">Guarana</a> Seed</strong> (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.<br />
<strong>Resveratrol</strong> (20 mg) is simply another fad. It has not been proven to cause weight loss.</p>
<h3>Black Grape Cost</h3>
<p>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.</p>
<h3>Black Grape Guarantee</h3>
<p>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.</p>
<h3>Black Grape Affiliate Program</h3>
<p>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&#8217;t lose weight by using it.</p>
<h3>Black Grape Customer Service</h3>
<p>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.</p>
<h3>Black Grape Conclusion</h3>
<p>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.</p>
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		<title>Slenderful Review</title>
		<link>http://www.criticalorie.com/2009/slenderful-review/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2009 19:30:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Diet Pill Reviews]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Patentrim]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[5-HTP]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[alpha lipoic acid]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[capsicum powder]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[choline bitartrate]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[chromium]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[dim]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[dl-phenylalanine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[DMAE]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[folate]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ginger]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[gotu kola]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[grape fruit extract]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[iodine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ipriflavone]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[l-carnitine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[l-methionine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[l-tyrosine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[myo inositol]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[niacin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[octopamine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[polyphenolic extract]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[rhodiola rosea]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[riboflavin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[sea kelp]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[taurine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[thiamin]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[uva ursi]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[vanadyl niotinate]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[vitamin b12]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[vitamin B6]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[willow bark]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[yerba matte]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/slenderful.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-823" title="slenderful" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/slenderful.jpg" alt="" width="97" height="150" /></a><span><span class="verdana12black">Slenderful supposedly &#8220;helps achieve permanent weight loss by promoting your natural ability to burn fat, maintain muscle, and control appetite, and by teaching you food choices that actually promote burning fat &#8211; without counterproductive, ineffective, controversial, or potentially harmful ingredients, such as diuretics, ephedra, or PPA. Better yet, SLENDERFUL does all this without requiring major changes in your lifestyle&#8221; (website). This Slenderful review finds Slenderful falls short on all of its claims. It has an exhausting ingredient list, with only one proven ingredient.<br />
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<h3>Slenderful Ingredients</h3>
<p>Thiamin (4mg)</p>
<p>Riboflavin (5 mg)</p>
<p>Niacin (13 mg)</p>
<p>Vitamin B6 (4 mg)</p>
<p>Folate (175 mcg)</p>
<p>Vitamin B12 (9 mcg)</p>
<p>Iodine (75 mcg)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/chromium-picolinate-review/" >Chromium </a>(120 mcg)</p>
<p><span><span>Guggulipid</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Gotu kola</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>DL-phenylalanine</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Taurine</span></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/l-tyrosine-review/" >L-tyrosine</a></p>
<p><span><span>Octopamine </span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Polyphenolic extract of green coffee bean</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Willow bark</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>ipriflavone</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>grape fruit extract 10:1</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>L-methionine</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Yerba matte</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Rhodiola rosea</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Myo inositol</span></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/dmae-dimethylethanolamine-review/" >DMAE </a><span><span>(dimethylaminoethanol bitartrate)</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Choline bitartrate</span></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/carnitine-review/" >L-carnitine</a><span><span>-L-tartrate</span></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/5-hydroxytryptophan-5-htp-review/" >5-hydroxytryptophan</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/alpha-lipoic-acid-review/" >Alpha lipoic acid</a><span><span> (antioxidant)</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Uva ursi</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Vanadyl nicotinate</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Capsicum powder</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Ginger </span></span></p>
<p><span><span>DIM</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Sea kelp </span></span></p>
<p>This ingredient list is overwhelming. The long and short of it is only tyrosine has been proven to contribute to weight loss. Not only that, Slenderful fails to list the amount of tyrosine it contains. To be effective at causing weight loss, tyrosine has to be taken in doses of 500 to 1500 mg per day. It is extremely unlikely that Slenderful contains enough tyrosine to contribute to weight loss.</p>
<h3>Slenderful Price</h3>
<p>Slenderful diet pills cost $20.67 for 90 capsules (a one month supply). This is actually inexpensive for a diet pill. However, although Slenderful contains a few proven ingredients, they are included in an undisclosed amount, so any amount is too much to pay for Slenderful.</p>
<h3>Slenderful Guarantee</h3>
<p>The Slenderful website states, &#8220;You may return your purchase within 30 days of purchase for a refund or replacement. Just fill out the return section on your order&#8217;s packing slip and send it back to us in new condition!&#8221; This is their stealthy way of saying you can only return Slenderful if the package is not open. In other words, if you purchase only one package and use the product you can&#8217;t get your money back.</p>
<h3>Slenderful Conclusion</h3>
<p>This Slenderful review finds Slenderful is nothing more than a typical diet pill; it contains only one proven  ingredient in an undisclosed amount. Don&#8217;t bother with this product. It does not live up to any of its lofty claims. Look for a diet pill that contains proven ingredients in clinically proven amounts.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/slenderful.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-823" title="slenderful" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/12/slenderful.jpg" alt="" width="97" height="150" /></a><span><span class="verdana12black">Slenderful supposedly &#8220;helps achieve permanent weight loss by promoting your natural ability to burn fat, maintain muscle, and control appetite, and by teaching you food choices that actually promote burning fat &#8211; without counterproductive, ineffective, controversial, or potentially harmful ingredients, such as diuretics, ephedra, or PPA. Better yet, SLENDERFUL does all this without requiring major changes in your lifestyle&#8221; (website). This Slenderful review finds Slenderful falls short on all of its claims. It has an exhausting ingredient list, with only one proven ingredient.<br />
</span></span></p>
<h3>Slenderful Ingredients</h3>
<p>Thiamin (4mg)</p>
<p>Riboflavin (5 mg)</p>
<p>Niacin (13 mg)</p>
<p>Vitamin B6 (4 mg)</p>
<p>Folate (175 mcg)</p>
<p>Vitamin B12 (9 mcg)</p>
<p>Iodine (75 mcg)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/chromium-picolinate-review/" >Chromium </a>(120 mcg)</p>
<p><span><span>Guggulipid</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Gotu kola</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>DL-phenylalanine</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Taurine</span></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/l-tyrosine-review/" >L-tyrosine</a></p>
<p><span><span>Octopamine </span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Polyphenolic extract of green coffee bean</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Willow bark</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>ipriflavone</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>grape fruit extract 10:1</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>L-methionine</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Yerba matte</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Rhodiola rosea</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Myo inositol</span></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/dmae-dimethylethanolamine-review/" >DMAE </a><span><span>(dimethylaminoethanol bitartrate)</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Choline bitartrate</span></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/carnitine-review/" >L-carnitine</a><span><span>-L-tartrate</span></span></p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/5-hydroxytryptophan-5-htp-review/" >5-hydroxytryptophan</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/alpha-lipoic-acid-review/" >Alpha lipoic acid</a><span><span> (antioxidant)</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Uva ursi</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Vanadyl nicotinate</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Capsicum powder</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Ginger </span></span></p>
<p><span><span>DIM</span></span></p>
<p><span><span>Sea kelp </span></span></p>
<p>This ingredient list is overwhelming. The long and short of it is only tyrosine has been proven to contribute to weight loss. Not only that, Slenderful fails to list the amount of tyrosine it contains. To be effective at causing weight loss, tyrosine has to be taken in doses of 500 to 1500 mg per day. It is extremely unlikely that Slenderful contains enough tyrosine to contribute to weight loss.</p>
<h3>Slenderful Price</h3>
<p>Slenderful diet pills cost $20.67 for 90 capsules (a one month supply). This is actually inexpensive for a diet pill. However, although Slenderful contains a few proven ingredients, they are included in an undisclosed amount, so any amount is too much to pay for Slenderful.</p>
<h3>Slenderful Guarantee</h3>
<p>The Slenderful website states, &#8220;You may return your purchase within 30 days of purchase for a refund or replacement. Just fill out the return section on your order&#8217;s packing slip and send it back to us in new condition!&#8221; This is their stealthy way of saying you can only return Slenderful if the package is not open. In other words, if you purchase only one package and use the product you can&#8217;t get your money back.</p>
<h3>Slenderful Conclusion</h3>
<p>This Slenderful review finds Slenderful is nothing more than a typical diet pill; it contains only one proven  ingredient in an undisclosed amount. Don&#8217;t bother with this product. It does not live up to any of its lofty claims. Look for a diet pill that contains proven ingredients in clinically proven amounts.</p>
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		<title>Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme Review</title>
		<link>http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/ultra-strength-taraxatone-extreme-review/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2008 15:08:41 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Diet Pill Reviews]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Patentrim]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[caffeine anhydrous]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[celery seed]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[dandelion]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[green tea]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[horsetail]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[hydroxanthine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[magnesium]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[parsley powder]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[taurine]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[uva ursi]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[vitamin B6]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-673" title="taraxatone-extreme1" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/taraxatone-extreme1.jpg" alt="" width="86" height="150" /><span style="x-small;"><span style="x-small;">Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme is</span> &#8220;the #1 choice of athletes and fitness-conscious people for the simplest of reasons: It works! When you absolutely must have a hard, lean look, and time is of the essence, Taraxatone is the best weapon you can have against water-weight bloat&#8221; (website). This Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme review will explain what Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme really is and will reveal the tainted past of its manufacturer, Cytodyne.<br />
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<h3>Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme Ingredients</h3>
<p>Vitamin B6 (50 mg) has health benefits but does not contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>Magnesium (25 mg ) is necessary to health, but it does not contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>Dandelion (250 mg) is included in many diet pills. However, there is no evidence to show that it contributes to weight loss.</p>
<p>Uva Ursi (500 mg) is used to treat various maladies from bladder infections to headaches; it does not cause weight loss.</p>
<p>Hydroxanthine Complex 235 mg</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green tea</a> has been proven to contribute to weight loss. Studies have shown that for green tea to be effective it has to be used in doses of 300 mg per day. Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme does not list how much green tea it contains, so it is impossible for this Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme review to determine if there is enough green tea to be effective.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/caffeine-anhydrous-review/" >Caffeine Anhydrous</a> is dried caffeine. Caffeine has been shown to contribute to weight loss. Once again, Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme diet pills do not reveal how much caffeine they contain so there is no way of knowing if the caffeine will be effective in causing weight loss.</p>
<p>Horsetail extract 250 mg</p>
<p>TX-HP 150 mg</p>
<p>Celery Seed Powder</p>
<p>Taurine is supposed to boost energy. However, studies have proven this false.</p>
<p>Parsley Powder</p>
<h3>Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme Cost</h3>
<p>Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme diet pills cost $16.89 for 60 capsules. If you take the recommended dosage of 6 capsules per day, one bottle will last 10 days. This is quite expensive especially considering Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme contains only two proven ingredients (green tea and caffeine anhydrous) and hides how much of each ingredient is included.</p>
<h3>Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme Marketing</h3>
<p>Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme claims to be a diuretic. As such, it will ONLY CAUSE A REDUCTION IN WATER, NOT IN ACTUAL WEIGHT. This is not a typical diet pill. It will only make your muscles look more defined (assuming it really works like they claim it does). Unless you are a body builder (or a teenager like they are marketing to) don&#8217;t bother with this product. You won&#8217;t see any weight loss results.</p>
<h3>Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme Conclusion</h3>
<p>This Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme review finds this product is questionable to say the least. It is manufactured by a company with a shady past. Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme markets to teenagers. If you really want to lose weight, use a diet pill with proven ingredients included in proven amounts.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-673" title="taraxatone-extreme1" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/taraxatone-extreme1.jpg" alt="" width="86" height="150" /><span style="x-small;"><span style="x-small;">Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme is</span> &#8220;the #1 choice of athletes and fitness-conscious people for the simplest of reasons: It works! When you absolutely must have a hard, lean look, and time is of the essence, Taraxatone is the best weapon you can have against water-weight bloat&#8221; (website). This Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme review will explain what Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme really is and will reveal the tainted past of its manufacturer, Cytodyne.<br />
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<h3>Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme Ingredients</h3>
<p>Vitamin B6 (50 mg) has health benefits but does not contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>Magnesium (25 mg ) is necessary to health, but it does not contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>Dandelion (250 mg) is included in many diet pills. However, there is no evidence to show that it contributes to weight loss.</p>
<p>Uva Ursi (500 mg) is used to treat various maladies from bladder infections to headaches; it does not cause weight loss.</p>
<p>Hydroxanthine Complex 235 mg</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green tea</a> has been proven to contribute to weight loss. Studies have shown that for green tea to be effective it has to be used in doses of 300 mg per day. Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme does not list how much green tea it contains, so it is impossible for this Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme review to determine if there is enough green tea to be effective.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/caffeine-anhydrous-review/" >Caffeine Anhydrous</a> is dried caffeine. Caffeine has been shown to contribute to weight loss. Once again, Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme diet pills do not reveal how much caffeine they contain so there is no way of knowing if the caffeine will be effective in causing weight loss.</p>
<p>Horsetail extract 250 mg</p>
<p>TX-HP 150 mg</p>
<p>Celery Seed Powder</p>
<p>Taurine is supposed to boost energy. However, studies have proven this false.</p>
<p>Parsley Powder</p>
<h3>Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme Cost</h3>
<p>Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme diet pills cost $16.89 for 60 capsules. If you take the recommended dosage of 6 capsules per day, one bottle will last 10 days. This is quite expensive especially considering Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme contains only two proven ingredients (green tea and caffeine anhydrous) and hides how much of each ingredient is included.</p>
<h3>Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme Marketing</h3>
<p>Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme claims to be a diuretic. As such, it will ONLY CAUSE A REDUCTION IN WATER, NOT IN ACTUAL WEIGHT. This is not a typical diet pill. It will only make your muscles look more defined (assuming it really works like they claim it does). Unless you are a body builder (or a teenager like they are marketing to) don&#8217;t bother with this product. You won&#8217;t see any weight loss results.</p>
<h3>Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme Conclusion</h3>
<p>This Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme review finds this product is questionable to say the least. It is manufactured by a company with a shady past. Ultra Strength Taraxatone Extreme markets to teenagers. If you really want to lose weight, use a diet pill with proven ingredients included in proven amounts.</p>
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		<title>Size 0 Review</title>
		<link>http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/size-0-review/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2008 16:19:08 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-652" title="size-0" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/size-0.jpg" alt="" width="149" height="149" />Size 0 is &#8220;the only supplement you need to achieve that sexy, youthful figure and regain your energy for life, fast!&#8221; (website). This Size 0 review will break down the claims made by Size 0 as well as give an in-depth look at the Size 0 ingredients to show you what you can honestly expect from Size 0 diet pills.</p>
<h3>Size 0 Ingredients</h3>
<p>Weight Loss Support Blend 785 mg (Thermogenic/Metabolic Accelerator)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/caffeine-anhydrous-review/" >Caffeine Anhydrous</a> is merely dried caffeine. It has been proven to contribute to weight loss. However, since Size 0 includes caffeine anhydrous in a proprietary blend, there is no way to know if there is enough to be effective.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green Tea </a>Extract has also been proven to contribute to weight loss. For green tea to be effective, it has to be taken in doses of at least 300 mg per day. It is very unlikely that there is enough green tea in Size 0 diet pills to contribute to weight loss.</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, but ONLY when combined with Damiana and Guarana. Size 0 does not contain Damiana or Guarana.</p>
<p>Green Coffee Bean Extract inhibits weight loss in mice, but human studies have not been done.</p>
<p>Cordia Salisifolia Extract (Cha de Bugre) Although cordia salisifolia is included in many diet pills, there is no scientific evidence that it actually contributes to weight loss.</p>
<p>Cocoa Extract is a feel-good ingredient; it does not directly contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>Taurine is often added to energy drinks, but studies have shown it has no effect on energy levels.</p>
<p>Citrus Naringin</p>
<p>Appetite Support Complex 17 mg (Food Craving Support Nutrients)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2007/hoodia-gordonii/" >Hoodia Gordonii</a> DOES NOT contribute to weight loss, although many diet pill companies claim it does.</p>
<p>Smithin Jojoba Seed Extract</p>
<p>Griffoniosimplicifolia Seed Extract</p>
<p>Beauty Support Blend 11 mg (Hair, Skin and Nails Nutrients)</p>
<p>Horsetail Leaf Extract</p>
<p>Hyaluronic Acid</p>
<p>Collagen, according to many diet pill companies, is supposed to reduce body fat. However, studies have not been able to prove this theory.</p>
<p>Choline is supposed to reduce body fat (according to diet pill companies), but science has not proven it.</p>
<p>Silica</p>
<p>Inositol helps transport fat from the liver. Size 0 does not list how much Inositol it contains.</p>
<p>Biotin is Vitamin B-7; it does not contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>L-Cyctione</p>
<p>L-Methionine helps break down fats. You should not supplement with Methionine unless your doctor directs you to do so.</p>
<p>Coenzyme Q10</p>
<p>Chamomile Flower Leaf Extract</p>
<p>Estrogen Support Complex 4 mg (Hormonal Balancing Nutrients)</p>
<p>Choste Tree Berry</p>
<p>Daidzen</p>
<p>Dong Quai Root</p>
<p>Vitex Agnus Costus</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t be impressed or overwhelmed by the long list of ingredients included in Size 0. It merely means they have put in a VERY small amount of each ingredient. Size 0 does include a few proven ingredients, but odds are there is not enough of any ingredient to contribute to weight loss.</p>
<h3>Size 0 Cost</h3>
<p>A one month supply of Size 0 diet pills costs $49.95. This is extremely expensive, especially since Size 0 fails to list how much of each ingredient is included, making it impossible to predict how effective Size 0 will be.</p>
<h3>Size 0 Guarantee</h3>
<p>Size 0 has a 6 month guarantee policy. You can even return open bottles (although if you have used more than half the bottle they will only refund the amount of the unused portion). This seems like a pretty good guarantee.</p>
<h3>Size 0 Marketing</h3>
<p>The Size 0 website is incomplete. They claim they have made a &#8220;scientific breakthrough.&#8221; However, under the section titled &#8220;Size 0 Science&#8221;, there is no information. I would be interested to see what research they cite, since all the research we have seen (which is a considerable amount) says there is no possible way the proven ingredients in Size 0 could have been included in adequate amounts to contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>It is interesting that Size 0 is enticing people to get back their &#8220;sexy, youthful figure&#8221; when they use what looks like a teenage model. Do they really expect people to believe they will look like the model if they use Size 0 (because the only way to get your body looking like the model&#8217;s is to go back in time)?</p>
<h3>Size 0 Conclusion</h3>
<p>This Size 0 review finds Size 0 diet pills are nothing out of the ordinary; they include a few proven ingredients, but not in large enough amounts to actually cause weight loss. Don&#8217;t waste your time on pills like these. Find a diet pill that includes proven ingredients in appropriate amounts.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-652" title="size-0" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/size-0.jpg" alt="" width="149" height="149" />Size 0 is &#8220;the only supplement you need to achieve that sexy, youthful figure and regain your energy for life, fast!&#8221; (website). This Size 0 review will break down the claims made by Size 0 as well as give an in-depth look at the Size 0 ingredients to show you what you can honestly expect from Size 0 diet pills.</p>
<h3>Size 0 Ingredients</h3>
<p>Weight Loss Support Blend 785 mg (Thermogenic/Metabolic Accelerator)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/caffeine-anhydrous-review/" >Caffeine Anhydrous</a> is merely dried caffeine. It has been proven to contribute to weight loss. However, since Size 0 includes caffeine anhydrous in a proprietary blend, there is no way to know if there is enough to be effective.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green Tea </a>Extract has also been proven to contribute to weight loss. For green tea to be effective, it has to be taken in doses of at least 300 mg per day. It is very unlikely that there is enough green tea in Size 0 diet pills to contribute to weight loss.</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, but ONLY when combined with Damiana and Guarana. Size 0 does not contain Damiana or Guarana.</p>
<p>Green Coffee Bean Extract inhibits weight loss in mice, but human studies have not been done.</p>
<p>Cordia Salisifolia Extract (Cha de Bugre) Although cordia salisifolia is included in many diet pills, there is no scientific evidence that it actually contributes to weight loss.</p>
<p>Cocoa Extract is a feel-good ingredient; it does not directly contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>Taurine is often added to energy drinks, but studies have shown it has no effect on energy levels.</p>
<p>Citrus Naringin</p>
<p>Appetite Support Complex 17 mg (Food Craving Support Nutrients)</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2007/hoodia-gordonii/" >Hoodia Gordonii</a> DOES NOT contribute to weight loss, although many diet pill companies claim it does.</p>
<p>Smithin Jojoba Seed Extract</p>
<p>Griffoniosimplicifolia Seed Extract</p>
<p>Beauty Support Blend 11 mg (Hair, Skin and Nails Nutrients)</p>
<p>Horsetail Leaf Extract</p>
<p>Hyaluronic Acid</p>
<p>Collagen, according to many diet pill companies, is supposed to reduce body fat. However, studies have not been able to prove this theory.</p>
<p>Choline is supposed to reduce body fat (according to diet pill companies), but science has not proven it.</p>
<p>Silica</p>
<p>Inositol helps transport fat from the liver. Size 0 does not list how much Inositol it contains.</p>
<p>Biotin is Vitamin B-7; it does not contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>L-Cyctione</p>
<p>L-Methionine helps break down fats. You should not supplement with Methionine unless your doctor directs you to do so.</p>
<p>Coenzyme Q10</p>
<p>Chamomile Flower Leaf Extract</p>
<p>Estrogen Support Complex 4 mg (Hormonal Balancing Nutrients)</p>
<p>Choste Tree Berry</p>
<p>Daidzen</p>
<p>Dong Quai Root</p>
<p>Vitex Agnus Costus</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t be impressed or overwhelmed by the long list of ingredients included in Size 0. It merely means they have put in a VERY small amount of each ingredient. Size 0 does include a few proven ingredients, but odds are there is not enough of any ingredient to contribute to weight loss.</p>
<h3>Size 0 Cost</h3>
<p>A one month supply of Size 0 diet pills costs $49.95. This is extremely expensive, especially since Size 0 fails to list how much of each ingredient is included, making it impossible to predict how effective Size 0 will be.</p>
<h3>Size 0 Guarantee</h3>
<p>Size 0 has a 6 month guarantee policy. You can even return open bottles (although if you have used more than half the bottle they will only refund the amount of the unused portion). This seems like a pretty good guarantee.</p>
<h3>Size 0 Marketing</h3>
<p>The Size 0 website is incomplete. They claim they have made a &#8220;scientific breakthrough.&#8221; However, under the section titled &#8220;Size 0 Science&#8221;, there is no information. I would be interested to see what research they cite, since all the research we have seen (which is a considerable amount) says there is no possible way the proven ingredients in Size 0 could have been included in adequate amounts to contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>It is interesting that Size 0 is enticing people to get back their &#8220;sexy, youthful figure&#8221; when they use what looks like a teenage model. Do they really expect people to believe they will look like the model if they use Size 0 (because the only way to get your body looking like the model&#8217;s is to go back in time)?</p>
<h3>Size 0 Conclusion</h3>
<p>This Size 0 review finds Size 0 diet pills are nothing out of the ordinary; they include a few proven ingredients, but not in large enough amounts to actually cause weight loss. Don&#8217;t waste your time on pills like these. Find a diet pill that includes proven ingredients in appropriate amounts.</p>
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		<title>NV Review</title>
		<link>http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/nv-review/</link>
		<comments>http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/nv-review/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 16:03:14 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Diet Pill Reviews]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Patentrim]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[alpha lipoic acid]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[biotin]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[collagen]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[ginseng]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[green tea]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[rhodiola rosea]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[silica]]></category>
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		<category><![CDATA[theobromine]]></category>

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		<description><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-650" title="nv1" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/nv1.jpg" alt="" width="94" height="151" /><span style="x-small;">NV is &#8220;the World&#8217;s First Rapid Weight-Loss Formula WITH Beauty-Enhancing Properties! </span><span style="x-small;">With NV Diet Pills you&#8217;ll be able to get a slimmer, sleeker and more sultry body&#8221; (website). This NV review will focus on the weight loss capabilities of NV diet pills to help you see just what you can expect in weight loss from NV. </span></p>
<h3>NV Ingredients</h3>
<p>Weight Loss Complex</p>
<p>Proprietary Blend 267 mg</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green tea</a> has been proven to contribute to weight loss by increasing metabolic rate. Studies have found that for green to be effective, it has to be taken in doses of at least 300 mg per day. Since there are only 267 mg total, this NV review finds it is impossible for NV diet pills to have enough green tea to be effective.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2007/hoodia-gordonii/" >Hoodia gordonii</a>, despite the claims made by countless diet pill companies as well as celebrities, has NOT been proven to contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>Theobromine is sometimes used as a diuretic. There is no proof that it contributes to weight loss.</p>
<p>Beauty Complex</p>
<p>Collagen is supposed to make skin look younger. Some diet pill companies claim it reduces body fat; there is no scientific evidence to back up this claim.</p>
<p>Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) is needed by the body to produce energy. However, the body produces plenty of ALA, so you don&#8217;t need to supplement with it.</p>
<p>Silica may actually cause drying of the skin.</p>
<p>Biotin is Vitamin B-7.</p>
<p>Coenzyme Q10</p>
<p>Energy Complex</p>
<p>Taurine is often added to energy drinks. However, studies have shown it does NOT affect energy.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/ginseng-review/" >Ginseng </a>has been shown to contribute to weight loss in mice and rats, but more human studies need to be done to determine the effects on human weight loss.</p>
<p>Rhodiola Rosea may help improve mood.</p>
<p>The only clinically proven ingredient in NV diet pills is green tea. However, there is not enough green tea contained in NV to be effective in contributing to weight loss.</p>
<p>Thus, this NV review finds NV will not cause weight loss. You might experience skin improvements, but do not expect to lose weight by taking NV; you will only be disappointed.</p>
<h3>NV Marketing</h3>
<p>NV has employed Carmen Electra to be their spokesperson. Don&#8217;t be fooled; just because a celebrity endorses a product doesn&#8217;t mean it will actually work (look at hoodia, for example). The NV claims about weight loss are untrue; the science has proved them false.</p>
<h3>NV Cost</h3>
<p>NV diet pills cost $26.99 per month. While this is relatively inexpensive for a diet pill, considering NV contains only ONE proven ingredient (green tea), and it is not included in a necessary amount, there is no reason to pay anything for NV diet pills. You will only be disappointed.</p>
<h3>NV Guarantee</h3>
<p>The NV website says nothing about a guarantee, which means there most likely isn&#8217;t one. This is just one more reason to stay away from NV.</p>
<h3>NV Conclusion</h3>
<p>This NV review finds this is a subpar product. It contains only ONE proven ingredient and it is not included in a necessary amount. NV cannot substantiate their claims; the science proves them wrong. Save yourself some time, money, and grief. Go with a diet pill that includes proven ingredients in proven amounts.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-650" title="nv1" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/10/nv1.jpg" alt="" width="94" height="151" /><span style="x-small;">NV is &#8220;the World&#8217;s First Rapid Weight-Loss Formula WITH Beauty-Enhancing Properties! </span><span style="x-small;">With NV Diet Pills you&#8217;ll be able to get a slimmer, sleeker and more sultry body&#8221; (website). This NV review will focus on the weight loss capabilities of NV diet pills to help you see just what you can expect in weight loss from NV. </span></p>
<h3>NV Ingredients</h3>
<p>Weight Loss Complex</p>
<p>Proprietary Blend 267 mg</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green tea</a> has been proven to contribute to weight loss by increasing metabolic rate. Studies have found that for green to be effective, it has to be taken in doses of at least 300 mg per day. Since there are only 267 mg total, this NV review finds it is impossible for NV diet pills to have enough green tea to be effective.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2007/hoodia-gordonii/" >Hoodia gordonii</a>, despite the claims made by countless diet pill companies as well as celebrities, has NOT been proven to contribute to weight loss.</p>
<p>Theobromine is sometimes used as a diuretic. There is no proof that it contributes to weight loss.</p>
<p>Beauty Complex</p>
<p>Collagen is supposed to make skin look younger. Some diet pill companies claim it reduces body fat; there is no scientific evidence to back up this claim.</p>
<p>Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) is needed by the body to produce energy. However, the body produces plenty of ALA, so you don&#8217;t need to supplement with it.</p>
<p>Silica may actually cause drying of the skin.</p>
<p>Biotin is Vitamin B-7.</p>
<p>Coenzyme Q10</p>
<p>Energy Complex</p>
<p>Taurine is often added to energy drinks. However, studies have shown it does NOT affect energy.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/ginseng-review/" >Ginseng </a>has been shown to contribute to weight loss in mice and rats, but more human studies need to be done to determine the effects on human weight loss.</p>
<p>Rhodiola Rosea may help improve mood.</p>
<p>The only clinically proven ingredient in NV diet pills is green tea. However, there is not enough green tea contained in NV to be effective in contributing to weight loss.</p>
<p>Thus, this NV review finds NV will not cause weight loss. You might experience skin improvements, but do not expect to lose weight by taking NV; you will only be disappointed.</p>
<h3>NV Marketing</h3>
<p>NV has employed Carmen Electra to be their spokesperson. Don&#8217;t be fooled; just because a celebrity endorses a product doesn&#8217;t mean it will actually work (look at hoodia, for example). The NV claims about weight loss are untrue; the science has proved them false.</p>
<h3>NV Cost</h3>
<p>NV diet pills cost $26.99 per month. While this is relatively inexpensive for a diet pill, considering NV contains only ONE proven ingredient (green tea), and it is not included in a necessary amount, there is no reason to pay anything for NV diet pills. You will only be disappointed.</p>
<h3>NV Guarantee</h3>
<p>The NV website says nothing about a guarantee, which means there most likely isn&#8217;t one. This is just one more reason to stay away from NV.</p>
<h3>NV Conclusion</h3>
<p>This NV review finds this is a subpar product. It contains only ONE proven ingredient and it is not included in a necessary amount. NV cannot substantiate their claims; the science proves them wrong. Save yourself some time, money, and grief. Go with a diet pill that includes proven ingredients in proven amounts.</p>
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		<title>CreVax Review</title>
		<link>http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/crevax-review/</link>
		<comments>http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/crevax-review/#comments</comments>
		<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jun 2008 18:53:18 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Diet Pill Reviews]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Patentrim]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[caffeine]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[green tea]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[guarana]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[gynostemma]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[hoodia gordonii]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[lycium chinense fruit]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[magnesium stearate]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[peony root]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[salvia miltiorrhiza root]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[silica]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-366" title="crevax-bottle" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/crevax-bottle.png" alt="Crevax Bottle" width="75" height="120" />CreVax is a diet pill that has, according to their website, &#8220;helped users lose as much as 21 POUNDS in only 7 days. Average results are about 7 pounds in 6 days.&#8221; This CreVax review will determine if there is any validity to these claims and what you might be able to expect from CreVax diet pills.</p>
<h3>What are the ingredients in CreVax?</h3>
<p>The following ingredients are contained in 2 capsules of CreVax.</p>
<p>Amount in 2 capsules</p>
<ul>
<li> Taurine   300 mg</li>
<li>Guarana Seed Extract (50% Caffeine) 200 mg</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Caffeine</a> 200 mg</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green Tea</a> Leaf Extract  160 mg</li>
<li>Silica 16 mg</li>
<li>Gynostemma pentaphyllum standardized extract (whole plant) 10 mg</li>
<li>Salvia miltiorrhiza root  10 mg</li>
<li>Lycium chinense fruit extract 10 mg</li>
<li>Peony root extract 10 mg</li>
<li>Magnesium stearate 10 mg</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2007/hoodia-gordonii/" >Hoodia gordonni</a> 20:1 extract (aerial parts) 6 mg</li>
</ul>
<p>Taurine is an organic acid that helps generate nerve impulses. It is often added to energy drinks; studies have shown it does not affect energy.</p>
<p>Guarana has been proven to contribute to weight loss but ONLY <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guarana-yeba-mate-and-damiana-gyd-review/" >when combined with damiana and yerba mate</a>. CreVax does not contain either of these ingredients. There has been no research to determine the effectiveness of guarana by itself.</p>
<p>Caffeine is an ingredient proven to increase metabolic rate. Consider your own reaction to caffeine before taking any supplement with caffeine in the formula.</p>
<p>Green tea has been proven to promote weight loss. However, you need at least 300 mg of green tea per day for it to be effective; the formula in CreVax does not include enough green tea.</p>
<p>Hoodia gordonni is an overhyped ingredient which is taking the diet world by storm. There is no research to prove that hoodia makes any contribution to weight loss.  It will probably go down in history as one of the greatest fad diet pill ingredients ever created (no thanks to Oprah&#8217;s blind endorsement).</p>
<p>This CreVax review finds that none of the ingredients in CreVax (in the amounts included) are effective in promoting weight loss.</p>
<h3>What is the dosage for CreVax?</h3>
<p>The following instructions come directly from the CreVax website</p>
<p>Days 1, 2, and 3 &#8211; Take 2 capsules each morning before breakfast.<br />
Day 4 &#8211; Take 1 capsule before breakfast.<br />
Day 5, 6 &#8211; Do not take any capsules on these days. This break is essential to maximize your body’s metabolism and weight loss.</p>
<p>On the following day, which will be the seventh day – repeat the cycle, starting at day 1.<br />
Each bottle contains 60 capsules, which will last 50 days.</p>
<h3>How much does CreVax cost?</h3>
<p>One bottle of CreVax diet pills (a 50-day supply) costs $69.95, with a discount if you buy in bulk. With the regular price, you will be paying about $1.40 per day (assuming you use all 50 days&#8217; worth). This is relatively inexpensive as diet pills go, but considering they don&#8217;t include any proven ingredients in proven amounts, you might as well throw your money away.</p>
<h3>Does CreVax have a guarantee?</h3>
<p>CreVax boasts a 30 Day 100% Money Back Guarantee! However, they only accept bottles that are &#8220;undamaged.&#8221; In other words, you can only return unopened bottles. So, if after a week (or a day) you decide you want your money back, you are out of luck, unless you have been weaseled into buying more than one bottle</p>
<h3>CreVax conclusion</h3>
<p>This CreVax review finds that CreVax is just another gimmicky diet pill trying to get your money. Any diet pill that claims to help you lose double digit pounds in one week is suspect. Try using a diet pill that uses proven ingredients in proven amounts.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-366" title="crevax-bottle" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/06/crevax-bottle.png" alt="Crevax Bottle" width="75" height="120" />CreVax is a diet pill that has, according to their website, &#8220;helped users lose as much as 21 POUNDS in only 7 days. Average results are about 7 pounds in 6 days.&#8221; This CreVax review will determine if there is any validity to these claims and what you might be able to expect from CreVax diet pills.</p>
<h3>What are the ingredients in CreVax?</h3>
<p>The following ingredients are contained in 2 capsules of CreVax.</p>
<p>Amount in 2 capsules</p>
<ul>
<li> Taurine   300 mg</li>
<li>Guarana Seed Extract (50% Caffeine) 200 mg</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Caffeine</a> 200 mg</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green Tea</a> Leaf Extract  160 mg</li>
<li>Silica 16 mg</li>
<li>Gynostemma pentaphyllum standardized extract (whole plant) 10 mg</li>
<li>Salvia miltiorrhiza root  10 mg</li>
<li>Lycium chinense fruit extract 10 mg</li>
<li>Peony root extract 10 mg</li>
<li>Magnesium stearate 10 mg</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2007/hoodia-gordonii/" >Hoodia gordonni</a> 20:1 extract (aerial parts) 6 mg</li>
</ul>
<p>Taurine is an organic acid that helps generate nerve impulses. It is often added to energy drinks; studies have shown it does not affect energy.</p>
<p>Guarana has been proven to contribute to weight loss but ONLY <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guarana-yeba-mate-and-damiana-gyd-review/" >when combined with damiana and yerba mate</a>. CreVax does not contain either of these ingredients. There has been no research to determine the effectiveness of guarana by itself.</p>
<p>Caffeine is an ingredient proven to increase metabolic rate. Consider your own reaction to caffeine before taking any supplement with caffeine in the formula.</p>
<p>Green tea has been proven to promote weight loss. However, you need at least 300 mg of green tea per day for it to be effective; the formula in CreVax does not include enough green tea.</p>
<p>Hoodia gordonni is an overhyped ingredient which is taking the diet world by storm. There is no research to prove that hoodia makes any contribution to weight loss.  It will probably go down in history as one of the greatest fad diet pill ingredients ever created (no thanks to Oprah&#8217;s blind endorsement).</p>
<p>This CreVax review finds that none of the ingredients in CreVax (in the amounts included) are effective in promoting weight loss.</p>
<h3>What is the dosage for CreVax?</h3>
<p>The following instructions come directly from the CreVax website</p>
<p>Days 1, 2, and 3 &#8211; Take 2 capsules each morning before breakfast.<br />
Day 4 &#8211; Take 1 capsule before breakfast.<br />
Day 5, 6 &#8211; Do not take any capsules on these days. This break is essential to maximize your body’s metabolism and weight loss.</p>
<p>On the following day, which will be the seventh day – repeat the cycle, starting at day 1.<br />
Each bottle contains 60 capsules, which will last 50 days.</p>
<h3>How much does CreVax cost?</h3>
<p>One bottle of CreVax diet pills (a 50-day supply) costs $69.95, with a discount if you buy in bulk. With the regular price, you will be paying about $1.40 per day (assuming you use all 50 days&#8217; worth). This is relatively inexpensive as diet pills go, but considering they don&#8217;t include any proven ingredients in proven amounts, you might as well throw your money away.</p>
<h3>Does CreVax have a guarantee?</h3>
<p>CreVax boasts a 30 Day 100% Money Back Guarantee! However, they only accept bottles that are &#8220;undamaged.&#8221; In other words, you can only return unopened bottles. So, if after a week (or a day) you decide you want your money back, you are out of luck, unless you have been weaseled into buying more than one bottle</p>
<h3>CreVax conclusion</h3>
<p>This CreVax review finds that CreVax is just another gimmicky diet pill trying to get your money. Any diet pill that claims to help you lose double digit pounds in one week is suspect. Try using a diet pill that uses proven ingredients in proven amounts.</p>
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		<title>Anadrox Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 May 2008 19:18:11 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-320" title="anadrox-pump-burn" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/anadrox-pump-burn.jpg" alt="Anadrox Pump and Burn" width="150" height="150" /><a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-2942323-10409943?url=http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/mhp/ana.html">Anadrox</a> diet pills are a fat burner which claims to be &#8220;the world&#8217;s first supplement to combine the power of Nitric Oxide (NO) with a potent full spectrum Fat Burning Matrix in one breakthrough formula to simultaneously trigger extreme muscle growth and pumps, while activating a powerful vasothermic fat loss reaction. ANADROX combines two patent protected exclusive compounds, NitroFolin™ and Thermo-Z7™, for the most powerful surge of Nitric Oxide and extreme fat burning in one revolutionary formula!&#8221; (Anadrox website &#8211; and man, is that a mouthfull)</p>
<p>Anadrox does contain several ingredients which have been clinically proven to contribute to weight loss <em>at specific levels</em>. However, like so many other diet pills, Anadrox fails to disclose how much of these ingredients are included. Thus, it is impossible to determine the effectiveness of Anadrox. This Anadrox review will explain just what this product includes and how it might affect you.</p>
<h3>What are the ingredients in Anadrox?</h3>
<p>The following ingredients are contained in one serving (4 capsules) of Anadrox diet pills</p>
<ul>
<li>Vitamin C (mg) 60</li>
<li>Niacin (mg) 20</li>
<li>Vitamin B6 (mg) 5</li>
<li>Folate (mcg) 200</li>
<li>Vitamin B12 (mcg) 250</li>
<li>Copper (mg) 1</li>
<li>Magnesium (mg) 1</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/chromium-picolinate-review/" >Chromium</a> (mcg) 50</li>
<li>*VasoTherm Pump mg 2638</li>
</ul>
<p>*The Pump mg 1941<br />
*The Burn mg 696</p>
<p><strong>Ingredient Details:</strong><br />
<em> The Pump</em> &#8211; NitroFolin: (l-arginine HCl, citrulline malate, l-tyrosine, vanadyl sulfate, choline dihydrogen citrate, banaba leaf extract, n-acetylcysteine, taurine, NADH)</p>
<p><em>The Burn</em> &#8211; Thermo Z7: Norephrine, Beta Agonist &amp; Glyceral-3 CyInhibitors: (<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/advantra-z-review/" >Advantra Z</a>, 7-KETO, DL-<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/l-phenylalanine-review/" >Phenylalanine</a>, kelp, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guggulesterones-review/" >guggulsterones E and Z</a>) Purine Nucleoside &amp; Phosphate dehydrogenase Inhibitors: (green tea and <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guarana-yeba-mate-and-damiana-gyd-review/" >guarana seed extracts</a> (providing 45mg EGCG and 200mg caffeine, theophylline &amp; theobromine)&#8230;</p>
<p>Nitric oxide has been proven to contribute to weight loss. As you will note in <a href="http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=ArticleURL&amp;_udi=B6T38-4CMYD44-2&amp;_user=10&amp;_rdoc=1&amp;_fmt=&amp;_orig=search&amp;_sort=d&amp;view=c&amp;_acct=C000050221&amp;_version=1&amp;_urlVersion=0&amp;_userid=10&amp;md5=8c5554f3fb220910cf649c17fd43a760" target="_blank">this Anadrox review</a>, the amount of nitric oxide in each serving is not disclosed.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/7-keto-review/" >7-KETO</a> is a naturally occurring metabolite (metabolites break things down for use in the body) of the hormon dehydroepiandrosterone (<a class="zem_slink" title="Dehydroepiandrosterone" rel="wikipedia" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dehydroepiandrosterone" target="_blank">DHEA</a>).  DHEA serves as a precursor for the sex hormones, such as estrogen and testosterone. Studies have shown that 7-Keto is successful in promoting weight loss. There are no <em>long-term</em> studies available to show 7-KETO’s affect on humans.  Some have concerns that it may cause heart palpitations.  Others have even suggested maximum dosages of 5mg.  Once again, Anadrox fails to disclose how much 7-Keto is contained in the product, leaving it impossible for this Anadrox review to determine whether the amount of 7-Keto is beneficial or even harmful.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green tea</a> is an ingredient that has been proven to contribute to weight loss. It is one of our favorite diet pill ingredients. Again, Anadrox diet pills fail to disclose how much green tea is contained in the product.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/l-tyrosine-review/" >L-tyrosine</a> has proven to contribute to the ability to work out more effectively and burn more calories. You guessed it&#8211;the amount of L-tyrosine in Anadrox is not disclosed.</p>
<p>Gugglesterones are supposed to increase thyroid function to promote weight loss. However, studies have had varying results.</p>
<p>Guarana has proven results, but only when combined with Yerba Mate and Damiana (both of which are not present in the</p>
<h3>How much does Anadrox cost?</h3>
<p>One bottle of Anadrox diet pills will cost you $41.99. One bottle contains 112 caplets. With the recommended dose of 8 caplets per day, one bottle will last 14 days. That is nearly $3 per day! This is extremely expensive.  (<strong>Note:</strong> if you do want to try Anadrox, <a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-2942323-10409943?url=http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/mhp/ana.html">purchasing Anadrox through Bodybuilding.com</a> gets you 224 caplets for $48.)</p>
<h3>What are the side effects of Anadrox?</h3>
<p>The side effects of Anadrox diet pills include increased heart rate, shortness of breath, nausea, diarrhea, and weakness.</p>
<h3>Anadrox Review Conclusion</h3>
<p>This Anadrox review has found that Anadrox does include several proven weight loss ingredients. However, they fail to disclose how much of each ingredient is included. It could be a good product, but there is no way to be sure. Anadrox is extremely expensive. Save yourself money and possible disappointment by using a diet pill that is proven to work.</p>
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<p>Anadrox does contain several ingredients which have been clinically proven to contribute to weight loss <em>at specific levels</em>. However, like so many other diet pills, Anadrox fails to disclose how much of these ingredients are included. Thus, it is impossible to determine the effectiveness of Anadrox. This Anadrox review will explain just what this product includes and how it might affect you.</p>
<h3>What are the ingredients in Anadrox?</h3>
<p>The following ingredients are contained in one serving (4 capsules) of Anadrox diet pills</p>
<ul>
<li>Vitamin C (mg) 60</li>
<li>Niacin (mg) 20</li>
<li>Vitamin B6 (mg) 5</li>
<li>Folate (mcg) 200</li>
<li>Vitamin B12 (mcg) 250</li>
<li>Copper (mg) 1</li>
<li>Magnesium (mg) 1</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/chromium-picolinate-review/" >Chromium</a> (mcg) 50</li>
<li>*VasoTherm Pump mg 2638</li>
</ul>
<p>*The Pump mg 1941<br />
*The Burn mg 696</p>
<p><strong>Ingredient Details:</strong><br />
<em> The Pump</em> &#8211; NitroFolin: (l-arginine HCl, citrulline malate, l-tyrosine, vanadyl sulfate, choline dihydrogen citrate, banaba leaf extract, n-acetylcysteine, taurine, NADH)</p>
<p><em>The Burn</em> &#8211; Thermo Z7: Norephrine, Beta Agonist &amp; Glyceral-3 CyInhibitors: (<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/advantra-z-review/" >Advantra Z</a>, 7-KETO, DL-<a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/l-phenylalanine-review/" >Phenylalanine</a>, kelp, <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guggulesterones-review/" >guggulsterones E and Z</a>) Purine Nucleoside &amp; Phosphate dehydrogenase Inhibitors: (green tea and <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/guarana-yeba-mate-and-damiana-gyd-review/" >guarana seed extracts</a> (providing 45mg EGCG and 200mg caffeine, theophylline &amp; theobromine)&#8230;</p>
<p>Nitric oxide has been proven to contribute to weight loss. As you will note in <a href="http://www.sciencedirect.com/science?_ob=ArticleURL&amp;_udi=B6T38-4CMYD44-2&amp;_user=10&amp;_rdoc=1&amp;_fmt=&amp;_orig=search&amp;_sort=d&amp;view=c&amp;_acct=C000050221&amp;_version=1&amp;_urlVersion=0&amp;_userid=10&amp;md5=8c5554f3fb220910cf649c17fd43a760" target="_blank">this Anadrox review</a>, the amount of nitric oxide in each serving is not disclosed.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/7-keto-review/" >7-KETO</a> is a naturally occurring metabolite (metabolites break things down for use in the body) of the hormon dehydroepiandrosterone (<a class="zem_slink" title="Dehydroepiandrosterone" rel="wikipedia" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dehydroepiandrosterone" target="_blank">DHEA</a>).  DHEA serves as a precursor for the sex hormones, such as estrogen and testosterone. Studies have shown that 7-Keto is successful in promoting weight loss. There are no <em>long-term</em> studies available to show 7-KETO’s affect on humans.  Some have concerns that it may cause heart palpitations.  Others have even suggested maximum dosages of 5mg.  Once again, Anadrox fails to disclose how much 7-Keto is contained in the product, leaving it impossible for this Anadrox review to determine whether the amount of 7-Keto is beneficial or even harmful.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green tea</a> is an ingredient that has been proven to contribute to weight loss. It is one of our favorite diet pill ingredients. Again, Anadrox diet pills fail to disclose how much green tea is contained in the product.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/l-tyrosine-review/" >L-tyrosine</a> has proven to contribute to the ability to work out more effectively and burn more calories. You guessed it&#8211;the amount of L-tyrosine in Anadrox is not disclosed.</p>
<p>Gugglesterones are supposed to increase thyroid function to promote weight loss. However, studies have had varying results.</p>
<p>Guarana has proven results, but only when combined with Yerba Mate and Damiana (both of which are not present in the</p>
<h3>How much does Anadrox cost?</h3>
<p>One bottle of Anadrox diet pills will cost you $41.99. One bottle contains 112 caplets. With the recommended dose of 8 caplets per day, one bottle will last 14 days. That is nearly $3 per day! This is extremely expensive.  (<strong>Note:</strong> if you do want to try Anadrox, <a href="http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-2942323-10409943?url=http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/mhp/ana.html">purchasing Anadrox through Bodybuilding.com</a> gets you 224 caplets for $48.)</p>
<h3>What are the side effects of Anadrox?</h3>
<p>The side effects of Anadrox diet pills include increased heart rate, shortness of breath, nausea, diarrhea, and weakness.</p>
<h3>Anadrox Review Conclusion</h3>
<p>This Anadrox review has found that Anadrox does include several proven weight loss ingredients. However, they fail to disclose how much of each ingredient is included. It could be a good product, but there is no way to be sure. Anadrox is extremely expensive. Save yourself money and possible disappointment by using a diet pill that is proven to work.</p>
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		<title>LipoTrim (NOW) Review</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2008 16:05:03 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-317" title="lipotrim-now" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/lipotrim-now.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />LipoTrim (NOW) is a weight loss supplement which claims to support fat digestion and increase metabolism of fat by the liver. LipoTrim claims, &#8220;This synergistic blend of ingredients therefore supports many aspects of healthy fat metabolism, which, in turn, may promote higher energy levels.&#8221; Emphasis should be placed on <strong>&#8220;may&#8221;</strong>. Although they claim to use ingredients which have been clinically proven to aid in weight loss, they fail to mention that the clinical trials were done on mice or rats, not on humans ((We don&#8217;t discount completely studies done on mice and rats, we just wish the hawkers of diet pill supplements would mention when they&#8217;re citing studies that the study wasn&#8217;t done on humans.)) (hopefully we&#8217;ll see some human trials in the future).</p>
<h3>What is in LipoTrim?</h3>
<ul>
<li>L-Carnitine (as L-Carnitine Tartrate) 100 mg †</li>
<li>L-Methionine 500 mg †</li>
<li>Inositol 1 g †</li>
<li>Choline (as choline bitartrate) 1 g †</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/chromium-picolinate-review/" >Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate)</a> 200 mcg 170%</li>
<li>Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine HCI) 10 mg 500%</li>
<li>Taurine 250 mg †</li>
</ul>
<p>†: Daily value not established.</p>
<p>L-Carnitine is known for stimulating the burning of fatty acids. It is rare for a well-nourished person to be deficient of carnitine. Studies on L-Carnitine have shown mixed results, and <strong>those with positive results came when using at least 4 times the amount contained in 3 tablets of LipoTrim</strong>.</p>
<p>Methionine assists in the breakdown of fats and assists with the digestive system. By helping remove heavy metals from the body, it detoxifies the liver. It is not recommended that you supplement l-methionine unless directed by a professional physician.</p>
<p>Inositol is also a fat-solublizing agent that helps to transport fat from the liver. It is mainly used to help treat depression, ADD, Panic Disorder, and Bipolar Disorder.</p>
<p>Choline is found in many nutritional supplements which claim to reduce body fat, but there is little to no evidence to prove that it has any effect on reducing excess body fat.</p>
<p>Supporters of chromium picolinate claim it reduces insulin resistance, thus leading to weight loss. Again, the jury is still out on this one. Studies show opposing conclusions.</p>
<p>Vitamin B6 helps in the maintaining of balanced blood sugar levels.</p>
<p>Taurine is an organic acid that helps generate nerve impulses. It is often added to energy drinks; studies have shown it does not affect energy.</p>
<h3>Is there any proof that LipoTrim really works?</h3>
<p>Like many other weight loss supplements, LipoTrim has not had research conducted on it specifically. As mentioned above, studies are contradictory or inconclusive on many of the individual ingredients. There were some studies done on the effects of methionine and choline used together. The subjects lost 26 percent of their body weight in 21 days of taking these two supplements. However, the subjects were mice. ((http://www.jlr.org/cgi/content/abstract/M600198-JLR200v1?ck=nck))<br />
Another study showed taurine supplementation prevented obesity in mice fed a high-fat, low-calorie diet. ((http://endo.endojournals.org/cgi/content/full/147/7/3276))</p>
<p>Although these results are positive in mice, who knows what the results would be in humans. In addition, there is no good way to compare the amounts used in mice and derive proper amounts to be used in humans.</p>
<h3>LipoTrim (Now) Review Conclusion</h3>
<p>There are just too many unknowns with LipoTrim. It could potentially be a good product, but until more research is done on humans, we recommend taking something else. Look at our list of recommended supplements.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-317" title="lipotrim-now" src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/lipotrim-now.jpg" alt="" width="150" height="150" />LipoTrim (NOW) is a weight loss supplement which claims to support fat digestion and increase metabolism of fat by the liver. LipoTrim claims, &#8220;This synergistic blend of ingredients therefore supports many aspects of healthy fat metabolism, which, in turn, may promote higher energy levels.&#8221; Emphasis should be placed on <strong>&#8220;may&#8221;</strong>. Although they claim to use ingredients which have been clinically proven to aid in weight loss, they fail to mention that the clinical trials were done on mice or rats, not on humans ((We don&#8217;t discount completely studies done on mice and rats, we just wish the hawkers of diet pill supplements would mention when they&#8217;re citing studies that the study wasn&#8217;t done on humans.)) (hopefully we&#8217;ll see some human trials in the future).</p>
<h3>What is in LipoTrim?</h3>
<ul>
<li>L-Carnitine (as L-Carnitine Tartrate) 100 mg †</li>
<li>L-Methionine 500 mg †</li>
<li>Inositol 1 g †</li>
<li>Choline (as choline bitartrate) 1 g †</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/chromium-picolinate-review/" >Chromium (as Chromium Picolinate)</a> 200 mcg 170%</li>
<li>Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine HCI) 10 mg 500%</li>
<li>Taurine 250 mg †</li>
</ul>
<p>†: Daily value not established.</p>
<p>L-Carnitine is known for stimulating the burning of fatty acids. It is rare for a well-nourished person to be deficient of carnitine. Studies on L-Carnitine have shown mixed results, and <strong>those with positive results came when using at least 4 times the amount contained in 3 tablets of LipoTrim</strong>.</p>
<p>Methionine assists in the breakdown of fats and assists with the digestive system. By helping remove heavy metals from the body, it detoxifies the liver. It is not recommended that you supplement l-methionine unless directed by a professional physician.</p>
<p>Inositol is also a fat-solublizing agent that helps to transport fat from the liver. It is mainly used to help treat depression, ADD, Panic Disorder, and Bipolar Disorder.</p>
<p>Choline is found in many nutritional supplements which claim to reduce body fat, but there is little to no evidence to prove that it has any effect on reducing excess body fat.</p>
<p>Supporters of chromium picolinate claim it reduces insulin resistance, thus leading to weight loss. Again, the jury is still out on this one. Studies show opposing conclusions.</p>
<p>Vitamin B6 helps in the maintaining of balanced blood sugar levels.</p>
<p>Taurine is an organic acid that helps generate nerve impulses. It is often added to energy drinks; studies have shown it does not affect energy.</p>
<h3>Is there any proof that LipoTrim really works?</h3>
<p>Like many other weight loss supplements, LipoTrim has not had research conducted on it specifically. As mentioned above, studies are contradictory or inconclusive on many of the individual ingredients. There were some studies done on the effects of methionine and choline used together. The subjects lost 26 percent of their body weight in 21 days of taking these two supplements. However, the subjects were mice. ((http://www.jlr.org/cgi/content/abstract/M600198-JLR200v1?ck=nck))<br />
Another study showed taurine supplementation prevented obesity in mice fed a high-fat, low-calorie diet. ((http://endo.endojournals.org/cgi/content/full/147/7/3276))</p>
<p>Although these results are positive in mice, who knows what the results would be in humans. In addition, there is no good way to compare the amounts used in mice and derive proper amounts to be used in humans.</p>
<h3>LipoTrim (Now) Review Conclusion</h3>
<p>There are just too many unknowns with LipoTrim. It could potentially be a good product, but until more research is done on humans, we recommend taking something else. Look at our list of recommended supplements.</p>
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		<title>Lipovarin Review</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/lipovarin-thumbnail.gif" alt="Lipovarin Bottle" />Lipovarin sells itself as, &#8220;an advanced Thermogenic Super Weight Loss Formula that&#8217;s specifically tailored to your highly sensitive needs.&#8221;f</p>
<p>That&#8217;s quite the name:  Advanced, Thermogenic and Super&#8230;we&#8217;ll find out if that&#8217;s true.  As far as how Lipovarin has tailored their formula to <em>your</em> highly sensitive needs?  I have no idea seeing as how they&#8217;re truly trying to appeal to the masses.</p>
<h3>Lipovarin Ingredient Formulation</h3>
<p>Lipovarin claims that all of their ingredients are the &#8220;premium grade&#8221; but they&#8217;re just blowing smoke.  In all likelihood, they derive their ingredients from the same sources as 90% of all diet pill companies.  Exactly what does Lipovarin contain?  While they don&#8217;t provide supplement facts at all on their website (more on that later), their sales copy lists the following as ingredients:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green Tea Extract</a> &#8211; thumbs up on this ingredient.  Green Tea is a proven metabolic enhancer backed by mounds of research.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/5-hydroxytryptophan-5-htp-review/" >5-HTP</a> &#8211; thumbs up on this ingredient as well &#8212; not for weight loss &#8212; as a mood enhancer.</li>
<li>Carnitine &#8211; I haven&#8217;t yet studied this amino acid in-depth, so I&#8217;ll stay neutral on it for now.</li>
<li>Metabromine &#8211; this is derived from cocoa and cocoa is popular in several fat burning formulations (especially in the trademarked form of <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/chocamine-review/" >Chocamine</a>).  I personally haven&#8217;t found a whole bunch of research linking cocoa or its derivatives to fat loss, however.</li>
<li>Calcium &#8211; while calcium is great for the bones, its use in aiding fat loss is questionable (to put it nicely).</li>
</ul>
<h3>But How Much is in Lipovarin Exactly? Guess.</h3>
<p>Lipovarin mentions in their &#8220;How it Works&#8221; section that Lipovarin also includes Advantra Z (also knowon as Citrus Aurantium, bitter orange, and <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/synephrine-review/" >synephrine</a>) and caffeine.  Further down on the Lipovarin sales page they then mention the ingredients I already discussed above.  The key question to ask with all of this is how much of each of these ingredients is actually in there?</p>
<p>We don&#8217;t know.  Well, at least they&#8217;re not forthcoming on their website.  I actually called their number (1-866-850-3170) and spoke with a rep.  He went and grabbed a bottle and read the ingredients and amounts to me.  I&#8217;m impressed with the fact that the phone was answered so quickly.  I&#8217;m not impressed that they don&#8217;t list their supplement facts on their site &#8212; but force you to call.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/04/lipovarin-call.mp3" target="_blank">Listen to the Lipovarin call here</a>.</p>
<p>The key points:  350 mg of AdvantraZ ((keep in mind, that synephrine, the active ingredient, isn&#8217;t extracted from AdvantraZ, so a comparable amount of synephrine would be somewhere in the neighborhood of 15-20 mg.  Diet pill companies such as Lipovarin put Advantra Z on there because 350 mg sounds a lot more impressive than 15 mg even though the end result is the same)), 100 mg of Green Tea (that&#8217;s small), 200 mg of caffeine (that&#8217;s pretty good), 15 mg of 7 Keto (that&#8217;s small, because 7-Keto is expensive).</p>
<h3>Lipovarin&#8217;s Marketing</h3>
<p><img src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/04/as-seen-in-lipovarin.png" alt="Lipovarin Fake As Seen In" width="176" height="124" />Besides not listing their supplement facts, Lipovarin pulls a few more things that I don&#8217;t prefer.  They use the dumb &#8220;As Seen In&#8221; trick where they fan out some magazines to make you think Lipovarin has been featured in those magazines.  That&#8217;s not true.</p>
<p>Their website has some amateur mistakes that cast doubt on the company&#8217;s ability to really put together a weight loss solution and which actually make Lipovarin look like some fly-by-night operation.  For instance, when you click on the link for &#8220;today&#8217;s DISCOUNT OFFER!&#8221; you&#8217;re taken to liveperson.com &#8212; the provider of the chat software Lipovarin uses.  Of course, their live person is always gone because I&#8217;ve been to the site during all sorts of hours of the day and it always only has the option to leave a message.</p>
<p>Their website design overall looks like they had some teenager whip it together in one afternoon.</p>
<p>Finally, their link to the &#8220;Rapid Weight loss System&#8221; (note the inconsistent uses of CaPiTaL letters) doesn&#8217;t go anywhere.  It&#8217;s a dead link.</p>
<p>The Lipovarin site doesn&#8217;t exactly exude professionalism.</p>
<h3>Lipovarin&#8217;s &#8220;Testimonials&#8221;</h3>
<p>Don&#8217;t get me started on their testimonials.  Suzy Bruce isn&#8217;t the same person, neither is Wendi P or Lissett A.  Peter D. could just as easily been sticking his gut out in one picture and sucking it in the next &#8212; after a haircut.  Toni Walden looks like she lost weight using a revolutionary new weight loss system called Adobe Photoshop.  I could go on and on.  I have my doubts that the before and after testimonial pictures for Lipovarin from Mikey R. are really the same person.</p>
<p>Fake testimonial pictures aren&#8217;t a new thing.  This company likes to use the same pictures for <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/ephedrine-p57-review/" >different</a> <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/nuphedrine-review/" >products</a>.</p>
<h3>Lipovarin Review Conclusion</h3>
<p>Lipovarin had a shot at being a great product.  Their ingredient profile is a great start, they just went a little bit weak in a few areas.  What really makes me avoid recommending Lipovarin is that they don&#8217;t include their supplement facts, and they use dishonest marketing practices.  Also, they don&#8217;t appear to offer any sort of moneyback guarantee, which is a shame, considering there are some diet pill products now that offer <em>lifetime</em> moneyback guarantees.</p>
<p>There are diet pills available out there from more reputable companies for the same or even a cheaper price.</p>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/03/lipovarin-thumbnail.gif" alt="Lipovarin Bottle" />Lipovarin sells itself as, &#8220;an advanced Thermogenic Super Weight Loss Formula that&#8217;s specifically tailored to your highly sensitive needs.&#8221;f</p>
<p>That&#8217;s quite the name:  Advanced, Thermogenic and Super&#8230;we&#8217;ll find out if that&#8217;s true.  As far as how Lipovarin has tailored their formula to <em>your</em> highly sensitive needs?  I have no idea seeing as how they&#8217;re truly trying to appeal to the masses.</p>
<h3>Lipovarin Ingredient Formulation</h3>
<p>Lipovarin claims that all of their ingredients are the &#8220;premium grade&#8221; but they&#8217;re just blowing smoke.  In all likelihood, they derive their ingredients from the same sources as 90% of all diet pill companies.  Exactly what does Lipovarin contain?  While they don&#8217;t provide supplement facts at all on their website (more on that later), their sales copy lists the following as ingredients:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/green-tea-review/" >Green Tea Extract</a> &#8211; thumbs up on this ingredient.  Green Tea is a proven metabolic enhancer backed by mounds of research.</li>
<li><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/5-hydroxytryptophan-5-htp-review/" >5-HTP</a> &#8211; thumbs up on this ingredient as well &#8212; not for weight loss &#8212; as a mood enhancer.</li>
<li>Carnitine &#8211; I haven&#8217;t yet studied this amino acid in-depth, so I&#8217;ll stay neutral on it for now.</li>
<li>Metabromine &#8211; this is derived from cocoa and cocoa is popular in several fat burning formulations (especially in the trademarked form of <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/chocamine-review/" >Chocamine</a>).  I personally haven&#8217;t found a whole bunch of research linking cocoa or its derivatives to fat loss, however.</li>
<li>Calcium &#8211; while calcium is great for the bones, its use in aiding fat loss is questionable (to put it nicely).</li>
</ul>
<h3>But How Much is in Lipovarin Exactly? Guess.</h3>
<p>Lipovarin mentions in their &#8220;How it Works&#8221; section that Lipovarin also includes Advantra Z (also knowon as Citrus Aurantium, bitter orange, and <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/synephrine-review/" >synephrine</a>) and caffeine.  Further down on the Lipovarin sales page they then mention the ingredients I already discussed above.  The key question to ask with all of this is how much of each of these ingredients is actually in there?</p>
<p>We don&#8217;t know.  Well, at least they&#8217;re not forthcoming on their website.  I actually called their number (1-866-850-3170) and spoke with a rep.  He went and grabbed a bottle and read the ingredients and amounts to me.  I&#8217;m impressed with the fact that the phone was answered so quickly.  I&#8217;m not impressed that they don&#8217;t list their supplement facts on their site &#8212; but force you to call.</p>
<p><a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/04/lipovarin-call.mp3" target="_blank">Listen to the Lipovarin call here</a>.</p>
<p>The key points:  350 mg of AdvantraZ ((keep in mind, that synephrine, the active ingredient, isn&#8217;t extracted from AdvantraZ, so a comparable amount of synephrine would be somewhere in the neighborhood of 15-20 mg.  Diet pill companies such as Lipovarin put Advantra Z on there because 350 mg sounds a lot more impressive than 15 mg even though the end result is the same)), 100 mg of Green Tea (that&#8217;s small), 200 mg of caffeine (that&#8217;s pretty good), 15 mg of 7 Keto (that&#8217;s small, because 7-Keto is expensive).</p>
<h3>Lipovarin&#8217;s Marketing</h3>
<p><img src="http://www.criticalorie.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/04/as-seen-in-lipovarin.png" alt="Lipovarin Fake As Seen In" width="176" height="124" />Besides not listing their supplement facts, Lipovarin pulls a few more things that I don&#8217;t prefer.  They use the dumb &#8220;As Seen In&#8221; trick where they fan out some magazines to make you think Lipovarin has been featured in those magazines.  That&#8217;s not true.</p>
<p>Their website has some amateur mistakes that cast doubt on the company&#8217;s ability to really put together a weight loss solution and which actually make Lipovarin look like some fly-by-night operation.  For instance, when you click on the link for &#8220;today&#8217;s DISCOUNT OFFER!&#8221; you&#8217;re taken to liveperson.com &#8212; the provider of the chat software Lipovarin uses.  Of course, their live person is always gone because I&#8217;ve been to the site during all sorts of hours of the day and it always only has the option to leave a message.</p>
<p>Their website design overall looks like they had some teenager whip it together in one afternoon.</p>
<p>Finally, their link to the &#8220;Rapid Weight loss System&#8221; (note the inconsistent uses of CaPiTaL letters) doesn&#8217;t go anywhere.  It&#8217;s a dead link.</p>
<p>The Lipovarin site doesn&#8217;t exactly exude professionalism.</p>
<h3>Lipovarin&#8217;s &#8220;Testimonials&#8221;</h3>
<p>Don&#8217;t get me started on their testimonials.  Suzy Bruce isn&#8217;t the same person, neither is Wendi P or Lissett A.  Peter D. could just as easily been sticking his gut out in one picture and sucking it in the next &#8212; after a haircut.  Toni Walden looks like she lost weight using a revolutionary new weight loss system called Adobe Photoshop.  I could go on and on.  I have my doubts that the before and after testimonial pictures for Lipovarin from Mikey R. are really the same person.</p>
<p>Fake testimonial pictures aren&#8217;t a new thing.  This company likes to use the same pictures for <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/ephedrine-p57-review/" >different</a> <a href="http://www.criticalorie.com/2008/nuphedrine-review/" >products</a>.</p>
<h3>Lipovarin Review Conclusion</h3>
<p>Lipovarin had a shot at being a great product.  Their ingredient profile is a great start, they just went a little bit weak in a few areas.  What really makes me avoid recommending Lipovarin is that they don&#8217;t include their supplement facts, and they use dishonest marketing practices.  Also, they don&#8217;t appear to offer any sort of moneyback guarantee, which is a shame, considering there are some diet pill products now that offer <em>lifetime</em> moneyback guarantees.</p>
<p>There are diet pills available out there from more reputable companies for the same or even a cheaper price.</p>
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