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Posted on Jan 12th 2010 10:30AM by Deborah DunhamLipozene is a dietary supplement that claims to reduce body fat and excess weight. Manufactured by the Obesity Research Institute, Lipozene is advertised as being "safe and effective." The Web site also guarantees weight loss.
The primary ingredient in the drug is glucomannan -- a soluble fiber obtained from the konjac root. Lipozene should be taken with an eight-ounce glass of water 30 minutes prior to a meal. In the time before you eat, the fiber expands in your stomach creating a sense of fullness that curbs dieters' appetite. Glucomannan also traps sugars in the bowel, slowing absorption and optimizing blood glucose levels. This prevents insulin spikes which lead to the formation of fat deposits.
Lipozene's manufacturers claim that diet pills are backed by numerous clinical trials, but there is no evidence of this on the site. They also claim you can "reduce pounds of body fat and weight without a change in lifestyle." They don't recommend a specific diet or exercise plan. Possible side effects include excess gas and bloating. Nutrient absorption is also decreased.
Joan Salge Blake, Boston University clinical associate nutrition professor, cautions against using Lipozene.
"According the American Dietetic Association Position Paper on the Health Implications of Dietary Fiber, there was a case of a woman who developed an obstruction in her esophagus after ingesting an over-the-counter diet aid containing glucomannan," Blake said. "Even though Lipozene was not specifically mentioned in this article, consumers should always check with their health care provider before taking any over-the-counter supplements to make sure they are appropriate based on their health and medical history."
The Web site states that those using Lipozene should take two capsules three times a day. It is made in the U.S., and a bottle of 30 capsules sells for $29.95. Lipozene is offered with a 100% 30-day money-back guarantee.
Read more about another "hot" weight loss supplement.
The primary ingredient in the drug is glucomannan -- a soluble fiber obtained from the konjac root. Lipozene should be taken with an eight-ounce glass of water 30 minutes prior to a meal. In the time before you eat, the fiber expands in your stomach creating a sense of fullness that curbs dieters' appetite. Glucomannan also traps sugars in the bowel, slowing absorption and optimizing blood glucose levels. This prevents insulin spikes which lead to the formation of fat deposits.
Lipozene's manufacturers claim that diet pills are backed by numerous clinical trials, but there is no evidence of this on the site. They also claim you can "reduce pounds of body fat and weight without a change in lifestyle." They don't recommend a specific diet or exercise plan. Possible side effects include excess gas and bloating. Nutrient absorption is also decreased.
Joan Salge Blake, Boston University clinical associate nutrition professor, cautions against using Lipozene.
"According the American Dietetic Association Position Paper on the Health Implications of Dietary Fiber, there was a case of a woman who developed an obstruction in her esophagus after ingesting an over-the-counter diet aid containing glucomannan," Blake said. "Even though Lipozene was not specifically mentioned in this article, consumers should always check with their health care provider before taking any over-the-counter supplements to make sure they are appropriate based on their health and medical history."
The Web site states that those using Lipozene should take two capsules three times a day. It is made in the U.S., and a bottle of 30 capsules sells for $29.95. Lipozene is offered with a 100% 30-day money-back guarantee.
Read more about another "hot" weight loss supplement.
