Thinyu

Review Summary

Thinyu is marketed as containing “the new ingredient Citrate taken from the rind of the Garcinia cambogia plant found in Southeast Asia.” Alas, there seem to be so many weight loss supplements nowadays that it has become increasingly difficult to find a way through the maze and medley of the same basic ingredients undergoing permutations and combinations, only to turn up as different products. In light of this, the ingredients in Thinyu may be hardly anything new.

Thinyu contains Hydroxycitric Acid in the form of Garcinia Cambogia Extract, among others. In fact, there seem to be countless supplements out there with Hydroxycitiric Acid or Garcinia Cambogia. However, there are also some supplements available that have an effective combination of proven ingredients. Therefore, we will take a closer look at the Thinyu formula, and determine whether it may be better than the rest.

Ingredients at a Glance

As briefly mentioned above, the thing about Thinyu may be that it contains ingredients that are tried and true, which may be a good thing. However, we believe that its ingredients may not be that efficient as to lead to weight loss. The formula contains the following ingredients: Hydroxycitrate (from Garcinia Cambogia), Chromium Polynicotinate, Bitter Melon, Potassium, Magnesium, Aspartate, Pyridoxine-Alpha-Ketoglutarate, Vitamin B6, Guggal, Green Tea, Aloe, Golden Seal, Tumeric and Gentian.

Ingredients in Focus

Garcinia Cambogia may have been traditionally used in India for easing constipation and bowel complaints, among other things. Garcinia is said to inhibit the synthesis of lipids and fatty acids. Hydroxycitric Acid may have been shown to aid weight loss in animals, but we believe there may not be enough evidence to suggest the same for humans.

Meanwhile, we like the inclusion of the essential vitamins and minerals, like Potassium and Chromium. Chromium, especially GTF Chromium, is believed to assist insulin in regulating fat, carbohydrate and glucose and during protein metabolism. Therefore, it may not be surprising to find Chromium in many weight loss supplements. Besides these ingredients, Green Tea and Aloe may be the only ones worth mentioning. Green Tea, specifically, has been noted for its many health benefits.

Obesity as a Problem

While it is common knowledge that obesity may potentially lead to cardiovascular diseases and other ailments, it should also be noted that low self-esteem and negative self-image may also be as potentially destructive. Therefore, we believe those looking to lose weight effectively and safely should look into supplements containing a proven fat burner and appetite suppressant. To avoid obesity, it may be wiser to take preventive actions like proper dieting and regular exercising.

Positives

• May be a good source of some minerals and vitamins
• Contains basic ingredients, including Green Tea and Chromium

Negatives

• As of the review, no exclusive website for the product
• No free trial offers or guarantees
• May not contain any new or exciting ingredients
• May not suppress appetite at all
• Manufacturing practices not disclosed as of review

Final Thoughts

It appears that the Thinyu formula may have some ingredients that may assist with overall health. We always welcome formulas with essential minerals, like Chromium, along with Green Tea. However, the fact that the product does not seem to have an exclusive and official online presence may be disconcerting. We believe that the most successful and consumer-friendly products have their own domains.

In the end, we believe that Thinyu may not be as effective a formula, especially since as of this review, the manufacturer fails to provide testimonials and a proven track record. We also say this because they do not offer any free trial packs. In the fiercely competitive and customer service-oriented weight loss supplement industry, Thinyu may not be that attractive. We believe the industry already has products with more exciting offers, including those that have safe and effective appetite suppressants, like Hoodia Gordonii.

Thinz

Review Summary

Thinz produces a wide variety of weight loss products. Thinz All-Natural Timed Release Capsules is purported to be able to “Help control hunger, help metabolize fat and help feel more energetic.” Many consumers will no doubt recognize these claims are ones made by many other weight loss products; and wonder about is capabilities. Claims abound on this market, however, it is the formula that really supports or invalidates the claims made about weight loss products. For this reason we thoroughly review the formulary to see what it can really bring to the weight loss arena.

Ingredients at a Glance

This retailer’s website failed to disclose this products formulary, however, after a through search we acquired the formulary from other avenues. Thinz All-Natural Timed Release Capsules is a two ingredient formulary; using Green Tea Extract and Chromium Nicotinate.

Ingredients In Focus

Obviously the manufacturer of this product believes that the duo of Green Tea Extract and Chromium Nicotinate is enough to help consumers meet their weight loss needs. Let’s take a look at these two ingredients to see if this supposition is true or not.

Green Tea Extract contains a great deal of antioxidants, and has proven to be an extremely healthful drink, which has been used for centuries in China to boost overall health. However, its abilities to create weight loss are not as efficient as many manufacturers would have us believe. Many consumers will purchase Green Tea supplements and wonder why they are not losing weight. The answer is rather simple – its thermogenic abilities are rather mild in contrast to other more effective thermogenic agents. For instance, Advantra Z, which is a patented version of Bitter Orange, contains synephrine, which makes it an extremely effective metabolism booster and fat burner, which can rival Ephedra’s abilities.

Chromium Nicotinate is a variation of the much touted mineral Chroimum, which has gained a great deal of popularity in the weight loss market, as well as other areas, because of its purported abilities to help users manage sugar levels. However, not all types of chromium are created equal. Chromium Nicotinate is naturally found in a variety of foods including brown rice, while grains, meats, chicken and eggs. However, supplementation of both Chromium Picolinate and Chromium Nicotinate has not been shown to be as affective in managing blood sugar levels as GFT Chromium.

GTF stands for Glucose tolerance factor, which is important cofactor for the regulating of blood sugar levels as well as metabolism. We usually suggest consumers look for products which contain GFT Chromium to help them expedite the process of turning sugar into energy instead of fat.

Diet Lifestyle

We were glad to see that this website does suggest using this product with the time proven method of creating sustainable weight loss-a healthy diet and exercise plan. Research has verified that this is an important part of creating and maintaining long term weight loss. However, many consumers have come to realize that holistically based supplementation can really help expedite this process, especially when they use the most efficient ingredients available.

We were rather disappointed that this retailer’s website provided consumers with so little product related information. Also there were no testimonials posted to show consumer that this product really worked; however, perhaps this is merely a case of a retailer posting all the information they have, which does not include testimonials from happy and satisfied consumers.

Positives

• None

Negatives

• Does not use any really effective weight loss agents
• No testimonials posted
• Very little product related information posted on this website

Final Thoughts

In our estimation, Thinz All-Natural Timed Release Capsules overall performance in the weight loss arena, will no doubt be lack luster at best, because it uses rather inefficient ingredients. The most effective weight loss products use heavy hitting holistically based extracts and elements.

For instance, focused manufactures will often use Advantra Z to boost metabolism and fat burning ability, Hoodia to significantly decrease hunger, and GFT Chromium to both manage blood sugar levels and convert sugar into energy rather than fat. It is truly unfortunate that none of these are used in the above products formulary.

Thyax

Review Summary

Thyax was created by Progressive Health Nutraceuticals, a company which was founded in 1997 and is located in Boise, ID; although their products are available countywide. They have created formulas geared toward addressing many different areas and issues. Thyax is advertised as being “designed to adjust the metabolic and nutritional alterations caused by under active thyroid disease, or hypothyroidism”.

This is a condition that has become more and more prevalent in our culture. Some consumers are turning to holistically based supplementation to try to address this issue. For this reason manufacturers such as Progressive Health Nutraceuticals, have started producing formulas geared toward this problem.

Ingredients at a Glance

Thyax contains: B-vitamin compounds, zinc, iodine, and copper, L-tyrosine complex and L-phenylalanine.

Concept in Focus

As mentioned above, Thyax is a product which is purported to be able to help users address issues around under active thyroid disease, or hypothyroidism. This is a condition occurs when the thyroid stops producing as much hormones as the body needs which upsets the delicate balance of the ecosystem of the body.

This disease is marked by certain key symptoms such as muscle aches, tenderness and stiffness, constipation, amplified sensitivity to the cold, dried out skin, facial puffiness, gravelly voice, high blood cholesterol level, mysterious weight gain , joints pain or swelling, muscle weakness, change in menstrual periods and depression.

The ingredients in this particular formulary are commonly found in many vitamins. For instance, B-vitamin compounds, zinc, iodine, and copper are all used to try to promoted good health. L-tyrosine complex and L-phenylalanine are highlighted on this website as being able to help alleviate these issues.

However, L-phenylalanine is commonly know to be a protein amino acid, which has been used to address depression and vertigo in some individuals; although it has no known use as a method of addressing under active thyroid disease, or hypothyroidism. Also, L-tyrosine has not been proven to address this issue in anyway.

Diet Lifestyle

This is disease is usually identified through specific blood tests, and is usually addressed medically by a doctor; and is not a self- diagnosed disease. This website provides consumers with some relevant information about this condition; however, this is in no way a substitute for seeing a health care provider. Consumers are often tempted to use these kinds of products to help them attain weight loss; however, we do not believe it will be effective in this area in anyway because it contains no elements which can instigate weight loss.

Positives

• Contains basic vitamins and some minerals

Negatives
• Contains no real weight loss agents
• No ingredients proven to augment thyroid function

Final Thoughts

Thyax is advertised as being able to help thyroid function, however, we found little indication that this formula will have any impact on actual thyroid function whatsoever. Some consumers may be tempted to use this product to increase weight loss; however, here too we believe it will be infective. Fortunately for those consumers who are simply seeking a product which will help them lose weight there are many products available which are specifically geared towards addressing this issue.

For instance, many of the more results oriented formulas will include Advantra-Z in their formulary, because it contains Synephrine which can stimulate the adrenal glands, thereby generating efficient and safe fat burning and metabolism boosting ability in users. Yerba Mate also, works really well with Advantra-Z, helping with fat oxidation. It is also an extremely effective nutritional agent, in its own right, which can help the body create an environment which is conducive to creating weight loss.

Thyro Burn

Review Summary

NaturalMax Thyro Burn is advertised to assist people in losing the weight they desire by functioning as a fat burner. At the time we put this review together, we were unable to find any consumer reactions or online testimonials to support its said benefits. We will discuss this void later in the piece.

Ingredients at a Glance

This product contains many ingredients that may be highly effective at enabling people to lose the weight they desire. These ingredients include: Calcium, which is said to enhance bone strength and is found in milk and several other dairy products; Tyrosine, which is known for its “antioxidant” properties; Gelatin, known for its ability to boost energy; and Magnesium, said to keep blood pressure in check.

While these ingredients may work well for some people who use them, we have some concerns with regard to some potential side effects that may occur for some people. We will examine these in the following section.

Ingredients in Focus

Firstly, this product contains Sodium, which may lead to hypertension and high blood pressure for some individuals. In addition, it is said that Tyrosine may lead to nervousness, gastrointestinal discomfort and insomnia for some people who wish to use it. It is also reported that Magnesium may lead to diarrhea. This list is disconcerting to us, because we believe that people should be able to purchase products like these without having to worry about potential discomforts that may result from use.

Diet Lifestyle

It is suggested, according to the website, that the user take “two capsules daily with meals.” While these instructions seem simple in theory, we are unsure of with which meals a person should take them. They may be more effective when taken with breakfast, lunch, etc. Conversely, they may be dangerous if taken with the wrong meal. We believe more specific instructions such as these would be extremely beneficial for some people who take it.

Website

At the time of this review, we are unable to find any consumer reactions or online testimonials to support its advertised benefits. This bothers us severely, because we live in a society that is largely obsessed with achieving the perfect appearance. Given this condition, we would think that this product would be the recipient of much feedback. Since we see none at this time, we have some doubts and suspicions as to whether it may work as effectively as advertised.

In our line of work, we research and write about many products that are marketed to support people in achieving their weight loss goals. From what we have seen, the most popular of them contain a high volume of Hoodia, an ingredient that has received much publicity and praise for its known ability to serve as an appetite suppressant, thereby enabling people to lose weight. We would steer our readers towards one of these, as they may be better able to assist people in achieving their weight loss goals.

Positives

• Contains Calcium and “antioxidants”

Negatives

• No consumer reactions at time of review
• No Hoodia
• May cause unwanted side effects for some

Final Thoughts

NaturalMax Thyro Burn is marketed to support people in losing weight. And it may be able to do just that. However, we have some issues and concerns that we feel need to be addressed.

Our most troubling concern has to do with the fact that there are no consumer reactions to support its said benefits at this time. In our appearance-obsessed society, products like this have become the standard. Therefore, we would think that a product of this nature would be able to garner much in the way of praise. Since there is none as of this review, we question it.

Still, it may be able to work effectively for some people who wish to use it. However, there are several products on the market that contain Hoodia, come with a large amount of consumer feedback and do not carry the possible side effects we note above.

Thyro-Slim

Review Summary

Thermogenics are said to be effective fat burners, although their stimulant effect on the central nervous system can disrupt healthy sleeping patterns. Thyro-Slim was developed as a multi-component weight loss system that provides the fat burning benefits of high potency thermogenics. Thyro-Slim consist of two fat burning formulas, Thyrogenic (AM Formula) and Thyrodrene (PM Formula), designed to work throughout the day.

Ingredients At A Glance

The Thyrogenic and Thyrodrene formulas that make up Thyro-Slim contain several different ingredients.

Thyrogenic includes:

• Selenium
• Copper
• Energizing blend: caffeine, guarana, green tea, catechin, polyphenals
• Garcinia cambogia fruit extract
• Thyrogenic T-3 complex
• L-tyrosine
• White willow bark extract

Thyrodrene consists of:

• Vitamin B6
• Chromium
• Soothing herbal blend: wild jujube seed extract, passion flower extract, chamomile flower extract
• Cleansing blend: Senna leaf, senna leaf extract, rhubarb root, cascara sagrada bark, cassia powder, St. John’s bread, apple fruit, tamarind fruit extract, date fruit, fig fruit
• Water balance blend: Uva ursi leaf, dandelion root extract, cranberry fruit extract, buchu leaf, cornsilk stylus, couchgrass herb, hydrangea root, juniper berry, artichoke leaf extract
• Restoration & Adrenal Support Blend: Licorice root extract, astragalus root, ginger root
• Thyrogenic T-3 Complex: Guggulipid, Bladderwrack kelp, Atlantic kelp, Sargassi seaweed

Diet Lifestyle:

While most weight loss formulas only address half of the typical person’s weight management issues, Thyro-Slim’s natural, science-based formula attacks the problem from different views. Its Thyrogenic T-3 complex may increase metabolism, allowing the body to burn more fat. Other Ingredients in Thyro-Slim AM/PM help to further increase metabolism and control appetite.

Ingredients In Focus

The ingredients found in the AM formula of Thyro-Slim have been said to boost metabolism, support thyroid functions, regulate blood sugar, suppress appetite, and maximize thermogenic fat burning.

The PM formula of Thyro-Slim has been said to support adrenal functions, increase metabolism, relieve water retention, detoxify and cleanse the system, and improve the ability to sleep.

Positives

• Improves sleeping patterns impacted by regular thermogenics
• Active ingredients 24/7
• Ephedra-Free
• Supports thyroid functions

Negatives

• No clinical trials are available
• No customer service phone number
• Not testimonials available
• Timing of consuming this product lends itself to human error

Final Thoughts

Thyro-Slim may be a fast and effective approach to weight loss, offering active ingredients timed to work better at particular times of day. However, no science proves this effect to be any better than the rest of the formulas on the market.

On the downside, consumers may forget to take pills at designated times, due to busy schedules and hectic days, offsetting the potential impact of this supplement. Those looking to insure shedding a few pounds can find a solution in once daily pill.

Tri-Chromaleane

The authorities have always made the safety and welfare of the general public a priority. We all know that. This is especially true in the case of the FDA. The FDA banned the weight loss ingredient Ephedrine when it was proven that the said product was the culprit behind serious health concerns and even some fatal consequences among dieters who patronize Ephedrine-based products.

Ephedrine, also called Ma Huang, is a phenomenal hit among dieters because this ingredient was very effective in augmenting weight loss. But due to the fact that it is declared unsafe for public consumption, many products that contain this ingredient was banned and recalled. However, some weight loss supplements continue to use Ephedrine in their formulations.

Tri-Chromaleane is one such supplement that makes use of the banned weight loss ingredient, Ephedrine. Aside from Ephedrine though, this supplement also includes other ingredients in its formulation, namely, Guarana Extract and Chromium Picolinate.

Actually, Guarana Extract is a Caffeine derivative and as such, it is also deemed unsafe to use, more so if it is consumed in large doses. This is due to the fact that Guarana Extract is a nervous system and as such, it will likely cause harmful effects to the body when ingested regularly.

Meanwhile, Chromium Picolinate is believed to contain negligible weight loss properties. Although, the positive side to the use of Chromium Picolinate is that it assists in insulin generation, thus, when the blood sugar becomes more controlled, so does the cravings for food become lessened.

For the most part, we are against the use of this weight loss supplement because of the harmful ingredients that it carries. Granted, this formulation has some effective ingredients, but these ingredients are bad for the health of the individual. In our opinion, weight loss is important, but not to the extent of compromising health and wellness. Certainly, nothing that is as drastic as that.

On our end, we still believe that the key to a safe and healthy weight loss is through adhering to a weight loss program that can bring health and vitality to a maximum extent. This can be done through striking a balance among balanced meals, physical exercise, and an effective weight loss product.

There are many weight loss products in the market and dieters should be wary of these products. Our recommendation is to opt for a weight loss product that carries the appetite suppressant Hoodia Gordonii and the fat burner Advantra-Z in its formulation.

Both of these ingredients are organic and are safe and effective to use. They also work best when paired off in the formulation of a single supplement.

TriActive America

Everyone is joining the effort to eradicate obesity and rapid weight gain because the concern over the health complications that these conditions carry is beginning to alarm the people. In this day and age where sedentary lifestyles ar rampant, it is only proper to worry about health issues, especially since obesity is the leading cause of health concerns today.

The effort in bringing weight gain and obesity to a minimum is now an endeavor that not only the civil society takes part in. Rather, it also includes certain groups and organizations of various undertakings. One of these is the company, TriActivre America.

Actually, TriActive America markets a variety of products, including the Air Walker Plus, DBARJA Dip Bars and EBIKJA Exercise Bikes. They also have developed a variety of outdoor fitness products. For the most part, these products are both effective and affordable when compared with other products.

We have the notion that triActive America is indeed geared towards the eradication of weight gain and obesity to ward off the health complications that these conditions may bring. But in the end, even their efforts are in vain because we cannot find their recommendations highly-effective.

Also, our research shows that more and more people have started integrating holistic supplements into their daily weight loss regimen to optimize results. For instance, Advantra-Z has been shown to effectively increase the body’s capacity to release, transport and burn fat far more effectively – naturally and safety; while GTF Chromium has shown some real potential in enabling the body to convert sugar into energy before it gets turned into fat.

In addition to these, an appetite suppressant such as Hoodia Gordonii is also a preferable weight loss ingredient because this ingredient was proven to be safe and effective to use. Hoodia Gordonii is an appetite suppressant that was traditionally used by the natives in South Africa.

According to them, Hoodia Gordonii has several functions but they primarily use it to curb their appetite because its weight loss properties are most effective.

On our end, we believe that following a weight loss program will lead to sustainable weight loss as long as the program includes a balanced meal plan, a sufficient exercise regimen, and an effective weight loss supplement.

Our recommendation on the use of weight loss supplements is those that carry organic ingredients. Specifically, we are in favor of the use of Advantra-Z and Hoodia Gordonii.

TriLipono

Uniqueness is an advantage for a weight loss product because the huge numbers of weight loss products that are available in the market are paving the way for repetitive formulations. It is only expected that some dieters are looking for alternatives that have something new to offer.

triLipono is a weight loss supplement that claims to have something new to offer because to date, it is among the weight loss supplements that have a tri-mode thermogenic approach. Let us now look into this product to know more about the innovative formulation that it boasts about.

These three approaches include reducing sugar cravings, burning fat, and increasing energy. From our research, we discovered the key ingredients used to formulate TriLipono.

TriLipono’s proprietary blend consists of: 7-Keto, a naturally-occurring chemical compound that is thought to enhance thermogenesis; Advantra-Z, which is the patented form of Bitter Orange; Guggulsterones, the active compound in the guggul plant that is thought to boost thyroid function; Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA), which is thought to help regulate blood sugar levels; 5-HTP, which come believe may help to control appetite, insomnia and mood; and Octopamine, which some believe may increase fat metabolism.

The use of Advantra-Z in this formulation is commendable because Advantra-Z is a high-quality weight loss ingredient that can effectively burn fat, boost the metabolism, and increase energy levels. In spite of this, we still find this formulation lacking because it does not have an appetite suppressant in its formulation.

The claims of the manufacturers of this weight loss product are that it can aid in weight loss because it has many weight loss functions. Part of these functions is the appetite suppression function. However, we did not find any significant ingredient in this formulation that can take effect as an appetite suppressant.

We believe that a weight loss product is incomplete without an appetite suppressant because warding off food cravings is perennial in aiding weight loss. Thus, our recommendation is to use a weight loss product that contains an appetite suppressant.

An appetite suppressant that has maximum effects is the organic herb Hoodia Gordonii. Hoodia Gordonii contains P57, an element that is commended for its appetite-suppressing properties. As such, we deem that any supplement that incorporates the use of Hoodia Gordonii would be most effective in augmenting weight loss. It is certainly better than any innovative formulation.

Triphetamine

Some people resort to drastic measures just so they can lose weight. Although we all know that a trim and lean physique is physically attractive, it does not mean that we should compromise our health just do we can keep up with the trend. Unfortunately, the mindset of most people is that weight loss should be prioritized – at all costs.

Triphetammine is a perfect example of a weight loss supplement that should not be used because of the health hazards that it can cause. Le us look closely into this product to see why we are against the use of this product.

The ingredients in the formula of Triphetamine are as follows: Sida Corifolia Extract, MaHuang Extract, Caffeinated Green Tea Extract, Cola Nut Extract. Guarana Extract, Caffeine and a Blend consisting of L-Tyrosine, DMAE, Hypothalamic peptides, L-Alanine and Cinnamon Extract.

Generally speaking, we are against the use any supplement that poses grave danger to the health of the consumers. Triphetamine is among those that are on our list of supplements that consumers should be wary about because it contains Ephedrine and some caffeine derivatives.

There is a widespread awareness that the weight loss ingredient Ephedrine has already been banned by the authorities, particularly, the FDA. The reason behind this ban is the incidence of fatal consequences which have occurred to the people who actively ingest Ephedrine-based products. Although admittedly, Ephedrine is a highly-effective weight loss ingredient, the use of this ingredient should not be tolerated because of the side effects that it can provide consumers with.

Meanwhile, the Caffeine derivatives are also a bad idea because these derivatives are nervous system stimulants. Although these ingredients can increase the nergy and keep the mind alert, it can also lead to certain side effects such as insomnia, nervousness, palpitations, and even some heart ailments.

Overall, we think that this formulation is no good at all. In fact, the dieters who resort to the use of this product is likely headed for trouble. Thus, to avoid dire situations wherein the body will suffer from health hazards and possibly, even fatal consequences, we advise the dieters to do away with this product. Instead, they should opt for a healthier alternative to augment weight loss.

A better alternative entails a weight loss program that includes a healthy and balanced meal plan, a sufficient amount of physical activity, and a weight loss product that makes use of highly-effective organic ingredients such as the appetite suppressant Hoodia Gordonii and the fat burner and metabolic enhancer, Advantra-Z.

TriSlim

Purchasing weight loss products should come with necessary precautions – that is an understatement. In any case, it is not advisable to use weight loss products, or any supplement, for that matter, without first looking into the product. Otherwise, a consumers may be robbed of the wise use of his or her money because of mediocre formulations. Or worse, his or her health may be compromised because of the harmful ingredients that are included in some formulations.

For this reason and more, we will now start looking into another weight loss product that has been creating hype in the market. The name of this product is TriSlim.

According to the retailer’s website, TriSlim is supposed to not only burn, fat but also block fat from being absorbed into the system. From our research, we found out that this product contains the following ingredients: Chitosan, South African Hoodia Gordonii, Guarana Extract, Citrus Aurantium Extract (which is also known as Bitter Orange Extract), Green Tea Extract, Garcinia Cambogia Extract, Chromium Picolinate and Magnesium Stearate.

If truth be told, the ingredients used to formulate this weight loss product have superb qualities and functions. We are especially in favor of the use of Hoodia Gordonii, Bitter Orange Extract, and Garcinia Cambogia. These three ingredients have been proven to have great weight loss effects. Additionally, all of these ingredients are safe for consumption.

However, the use of the other ingredients may only hamper the effectiveness of this formulation. Specifically, we are pointing to the inclusion of Green Tea and Chromium Picolinate.

From what we know, Chromium Picolinate can aid in weight loss, but only to a certain point because its weight loss properties are very limited. Meanwhile, the use of Green Tea is not advisable because Green Tea is a Caffeine derivative. Suffice it to say, it is a nervous system stimulant that may do the body more harm than goof.

The use of Bitter Orange is a good idea; however, we would have preferred the use of the patented version of Bitter Orange Extract, Advantra-Z, because Advantra-Z has more thermogenic effects and can be absorbed better by the body. As mentioned, we laud the use of Hoodia Gordonii as an appetite suppressant in this formulation because this ingredient is a great toll that can maximize weight loss results through lessening the occurrences of food cravings.

But overall, we still do not want to recommend the use of this supplement because it has too many ingredients; these ingredients would only interfere with the functions of the other potent iweight loss ingredients. Our advice is to stick to a simple formula: Hoodia Gordonii and Advantra-Z.

TriVita

Consumption of weight loss products are common because more and more people today are becoming concerned with weight loss. True enough, weight gain and obesity is becoming a huge concern, more so because these conditions would likely lead to health problems. Luckily, there are many manufacturers of weight loss products that continue to bring in new formulations to add to the choices of the consumers of weight loss products.

TriVita is a known manufacturer of dietary supplements and vitamins. This company has an accessible website where it is possible to view the products they promote. Currently, their inventory is organized by category, some of which are:

(1) Women’s Health,
(2) Respiratory Care,
(3) Bone and Joint Care,
(4) Immune Health,
(5) Weight Management

For the purpose of this review, we will now look into the products that fall under the weight management category.

Trivita offers a Leanology weight loss capsule as well as a nutritional shake. Initially, we think that the capsule form of any weight loss product is better than the liquid form, or even the powder form because capsules are better absorbed by the body when ingested.

The Leanology supplements provide dieters with an assortment of Protein Amino Acids, vitamins and essential minerals. The amino acids may support new muscle growth, and the vitamins and minerals may support the immune system and enhance overall health.

Indeed, amino acids may aid the overall health and wellness of an individual. In this day and age, it is important to look after our health by keeping ourselves armed with loads of essential nutrients. But as far as weight loss is concerned, protein amino acids are virtually useless.

From the formulation itself, it is evident that this formulation is not apt for sustainable weight loss because it does not even contain highly-effective weight loss ingredients. What we are looking for in a weight loss product is the weight loss functions that are provided by a powerful appetite suppressant as well as an active fat burner. The inclusion of these ingredients is exactly what a weight loss product should strive for in order to give out sustainable weight loss results.

On our end, we believe that a powerful appetite suppressant such as Hoodia Gordonii and an active fat burner such as Advantra-Z should be the content of the labels of the weight loss product that a dieter should patronize.

Triax Metabolic Accelerator

The concern over rapid weight loss has escalated over the years. True enough, most people today are leading unhealthy and inactive lifestyles, both of which are two factors that lead to weight gain and obesity. Because of this, the manufacturers of weight loss products are also making an effort to provide dieters with more choices with regards to weight loss products.

Although, the various weight loss products that are available in the market aren’t all effective. Some have mediocre formulations while others have ingredients that may hamper the health of the individuals who ingest it. In this light, it is thus important to scrutinize a weight loss product before deciding to use it.

Triax Metabolic Accelerator is one of the products that has appeared on the weight loss market to try to boost weight loss. Triax Metabolic Accelerator contains Tiratricol, a drug which is often used with Levothyroxine in order to suppress thyroid stimulating hormones in individuals who are suffering from “well-differentiated thyroid cancer”. It is most often used on individuals who cannot tolerate Levothyroxine when it is used on its own.

The fact that thyroid malfunctions can lead to weight gain is a common fact. Alongside this, the concept of Triax Metabolic Accelerator is to improve thyroid function to ward off weight gain. Simply put, this means that the supplement Triax Metabolic Accelerator’s effect on weight loss is only secondary. As such, it does not contain potent ingredients which targets fat loss efficiently.

On our end, we believe that there are better weight loss products in the market which can address weight loss concerns better than those products that simply have a weight loss effect on the side. The problem with these products is that more often than not, the weight loss effect that it can provide is only temporary. Additionally, these products are also not recommended for normal people who are simply in need of a weight loss product.

Our recommendations at this point are to do away with complicated formulations such as the Triax Metabolic Accelerator and to opt instead for a weight loss product that can really work. Realistically, there are various weight loss products in the market and it might be hard to look for one that would be most effective in augmenting weight loss. As such, we believe that it is important to stick to the basics: an appetite suppressant and a fat burner.

Hoodia Gordonii is an appetite suppressant that was traditionally used by the tribes in South Africa. It is an effective ingredient that can suppress the appetite, thus reducing food cravings. Meanwhile, Advantra-Z is another ingredient that can boost weight loss because it can burn fat while supplying the body with adequate energy to make a dieter last throughout the day.

Formula X4

Review Summary

Formula-X4 is a weight loss system that claims to be a combined fat burner, energy enhancer, appetite suppressant, metabolism booster and antioxidant. This product, which was advertised as a “revolutionary new weight loss breakthrough”, was developed in the state-of-the-art, GMO-certified nutritional laboratory.

Consumers who want to do something about their weight but do not know how to get started may need some help to sort through all the weight loss products and diet plans. A good diet and regular exercise regimen combined is the best way to lose weight although in certain cases, using a dietary supplement may serve as an introduction to a complete weight loss program. Picking a suitable supplement can be confusing, in this review, we will be taking a look at one product, Formula X-4, and determine whether or not its ingredients can aid dieters get in better health and shape.

Ingredients at a Glance

The formula for this product makes use of natural herbal extracts that are commonly found in other weight loss products. The herbal ingredient Hoodia is included to curb the appetite and food cravings; and Green Tea is used to boost the immune system as well as the metabolism.

Aside from the two ingredients mentioned above, there are two other extracts included in the formula which are not as widely used. Acai is a said to be a rich source of antioxidants and fatty acids, while Cha de Bugre is believed to reduce fatty deposits. Both of these elements come from Brazil. Below is a more detailed look.

Ingredients in Focus

Acai Berry is considered as some kind of wonder fruit. It is a rich source of antioxidants, complete protein, healthy fats, essential vitamins and minerals. This berry is also high in polyphenols which plays a major role in fortifying the immune system.

Chá de Bugre is small tree. The teas and extracts of this herb are widely used as weight loss aids for their supposed abilities to flush water out of the system and control the appetite. This ingredient is also believed to help prevent or reduce fatty deposits and cellulite. Unfortunately, there has been little research done to examine the chemical properties of Chá de Bugre, in spite of the fact that it is a very popular ingredient.

Diet Lifestyle

This supplement contains many healthful ingredients which include antioxidants, vitamins, minerals as well as the highly effective appetite suppressant Hoodia. However, we think it lacks a fat burning agent in order for it to perform as effectively as it claims.

Positives

• Product contains Hoodia

Negatives

• No customer testimonials posted on website (at time of review)
• Product not available in stores
• Does not contain Advantra-Z for fat burning
• Product has received negative feedback from many customers some of whom have posted their comments on consumer blogs and forums. Click here to read more about these issues in this Formula X-4 blog.

Final Thoughts

We are pleased that this product makes use of natural extracts and that it contains basic vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. This supplement is a good source of antioxidants for people who do not get enough of it from food sources. Although it contains many weight loss elements, the formula is not as potent as the other products we have seen.

Dieters may want to try the patented bitter orange extract Advantra-Z to increase energy levels. This element is also an effective fat burner enabling dieters to get rid of excess weight without having to exercise as much.

Formula 9

Review Summary

Formula 9 is described as a “hardcore diet pill” which, according to the manufacturers, provides “unbelievable energy, an extreme metabolism boost and hardcore weight loss results.” This product is a relative new comer to the market and comes from a company called Dynakor Pharmacal.

Unbelievable promises are nothing new in the supplement industry. These simply show that there are unscrupulous manufacturers that only aim to cash in on people’s desperation. In this review, we will be taking a look at this pill, in particular the ingredients included in its formula, to determine whether it can live up to its advertised claims.

Ingredients at Glance

Formula 9 has a long list of elements in its formulation. We will first examine the overall effect of the formula and then look more closely at its most active components.

Green Tea, Natural Caffeine and Coffee Bean are types of caffeine. The fact that all are listed as ingredients in this formula, tells us that its caffeine content is quite high. Green Tea, like other caffeine products, gives drinkers a short rush of energy. It is also known to be a rich source of antioxidants which adds vitality and improves health. For centuries, Green Tea has been used for medicinal purposes.

Schizonepeta Tenuifolia is a popular Chinese medicinal herb. It is often used to treat the common cold and when applied directly to the skin, relieves itching. According to the makers of Formula 9, this herb also boosts metabolism. However, they fail to provide clinical proof of this claim.

L-Glutamine is a naturally occurring amino acid found in the human body and in all types of animal and plant life. This molecule is also able to self-produce in abundance. It was included in this formula because it may help in regulating insulin levels in the body.

L-Alanine is a non-essential amino acid meaning the body is able to produce it on its own. This molecule aids in the production and maintenance of muscle mass. It also plays a role, albeit a minor one, in the metabolic processing of sugar and acid as well as being a vital part of the immune system.

Ingredients in Focus

This product attempts to include so many ingredients that the amount used for each may only be minimal. Because of this, the potency of the components may be greatly reduced rendering the product weak as a weight loss formula. Supplement with fewer ingredients may prove to be more effective in creating weight loss as their potency levels would be significantly higher.

There are three different caffeine sources in Formula 9. Many diet supplements include caffeine as an active ingredient because it offers a quick boost in energy. However, its side-effects can be unpleasant for some such as insomnia and nausea. We always advise dieters to research a product first to find out if it suits their lifestyle and whether it contains harmful ingredients such as caffeine.

Website

Formula 9 has a lackluster website. It has a brief FAQ section which does not provide much information. There is not even a list of ingredients nor customer testimonials posted. However, a hotline number is given. Dynakor Pharmacal sells Formula 9 on its website at $39.99 per bottle.

Positives

• Contains antioxidants

Negatives

• Has a high caffeine content
• Too many ingredients included in the formula
• No online testimonials
• Product has received negative feedback from many customers, some of whom have posted their comments on consumer blogs and forums. Click here to read more about these issues in this Formula 9 blog.
• No current research to back up claims

Final Thoughts

Formula 9 may be able to help dieters lose weight but not as impressively as advertised. Furthermore, we believe that reduction in body mass would only occur if the user maintains a moderate exercise regimen. Consumers are advised to purchase this product from retailer sites where it is being sold at a much lower price than what is offered at the manufacturer’s website.

There are people who may not like Formula 9 due to its high caffeine content. Those who prefer to use a caffeine-free supplement may wish to try a product that contains an appetite suppressant such as Hoodia and a patented fat burner like Advantra-Z.

Formu-Leane Z

Review Summary

Formu-Leane Z is a weight loss supplement that claims to create results without the jittery feeling commonly experienced when using products that contain Ma Huang and Guarana. It is said to “target a broad spectrum of metabolic and other functions for maximum results.”

This product appears to contain large amounts of Caffeine which works both as a stimulant and a diuretic, as well as other basically diuretic ingredients which flushes out water from the system. Water loss is not healthy as many essential minerals are also eliminated. Furthermore, the resulting weight loss is only temporary and may easily be regained. Many people may be misled by the pounds they lose from using this product. We are particularly concerned about those who are seriously overweight and are at a higher risk for potentially fatal health conditions. The high stimulant and diuretic content of this product makes it not suitable for use by such people. In this review, we will examine the product formulation to determine its effectiveness and safety as a weight loss supplement.

Ingredients at a Glance

This formulation may include some of the following ingredients: ChromeMate, Advantra-Z®, Guarana (seed), Ginko Biloba (Leaf), Gymnema Sylvestre, Gotu Kola (leaf) extract, Ci Wu Jia root, Green Tea Leaf Extract, Bladderwrack Herb, RiboCell D-Ribose, Porio Cocos Extract, Creatine, Cayenne, Juniper Berry Extract, Dandelion Root Extract, Butcher’s Broom and Uva Ursi extract..

Ingredients in Focus

The interesting thing we found out about this product was that it was specifically mentioned in an academic paper dealing with the effect of undesirable stimulants (e.g. caffeine) found in Ephedra-free diet supplements. Cited were the severe side-effects resulting from the use of some of these diet pills such as “acute lateral wall mycardial infarction” in one individual. Caffeine is also believed to stimulate the appetite and cause fluctuations in hormonal levels, a condition related to weight gain. We are concerned that the product also contains other diuretic ingredients such as Uva Ursi extract and Dandelion Root extract. Furthermore, both may contain certain elements that cause cancer. However, there is one proven weight loss component in this formulation which is Advantra-Z®, a potent fat burner and energizer.

Diet Lifestyle

We advise people who want to use this product to not depend on this supplement alone to lose weight. They should instead focus on maintaining a healthy diet and a regular exercise program and simply take this supplement to increase their fat burning potential. The literature on this product does not seem to stress the importance of a lifestyle change, but we believe that this is the real key to sustainable weight loss and good health.

Positives

• Contains Advantra-Z
• Claims to “combat mental fatigue”
• Does not contain Ephedra

Negatives

• Contains Caffeine
• Green Tea Leaf also contains Caffeine
• Uva Ursi, Dandelion may cause unpleasant side-effects
• Product advertisement does not seem to recommend actual diet and exercise

Final Thoughts

This product appears to be a reformulation of one which used to contain Ephedra. However, despite the fact it no longer includes that harmful ingredient, we think that the supplement has neither become more effective nor desirable. We particularly disapprove of the large amount of caffeine ingredients and diuretics it contains because although these create weight loss, it is not fat weight but water weight and this can be regained easily.

Certain products employ a better approach to Ephedra-free supplementation by using Advantra-Z as the primary component in their formulas. Although this product also has this ingredient, it is probably only included in insignificant amounts with filler ingredients washing down the beneficial effects it may have. When properly given priority, Advantra-Z® can burn hundreds of calories a day. Another top notch element is the herbal appetite suppressant Hoodia Gordonii. This ingredient, which is extracted from an African cactus plant, works by telling the brain that the stomach is full regardless of whether it is or not, thereby effectively eliminating hunger and cutting down a user’s caloric intake.