How It Works

Green Tea

Green tea has been linked to good health for centuries. Beyond already documented benefits for cardiovascular health, brain health and healthy aging, green tea extract’s active components—including the powerful antioxidant polyphenol epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)—now show promise for weight management. Researchers believe green tea may have a thermogenic (calorie- and fat-burning) effect and may also inhibit fat absorption. Plus, some studies show that green tea may have beneficial effects on maintaining normal-range cholesterol levels.

Capsicum

Capsicum has a warming strength that stimulates digestion and enhances blood flow. Widely known for its ability to stimulate circulatory activity, capsicum may promote healthy blood flow in the extremities. Capsicum may also help increase thermogenesis (calorie- and fat-burning) and decrease body fat. Capsaicin, the active ingredient in capsicum, has been recognized for its thermogenic properties and ability to support resting energy expenditure.

Guarana

Guarana provides a natural source of caffeine to help energize the body, reduce fatigue, increase mental focus, and boost metabolism. Guarana has become a popular energy supplement due to its high natural caffeine content. Caffeine has been shown to improve mood and aid weight loss and may work best when combined with the polyphenol compounds in green tea. The natural caffeine in guarana interferes with the breakdown of a key mediator in the lipolytic (fat-burning) process. Guarana is also a rich source of antioxidant compounds.

Ginger

Ginger has been used traditionally to promote lipolysis (the breakdown of fat) and support weight management. As ginger plays a role in energy regulation, it is said to also have a metabolic-boosting effect. The bioactive constituents in ginger have been well-studied and shown to support metabolic processes. Active compounds in ginger, called gingerols and shogaols, support the thermogenic effect of food, stimulating the body to produce more heat, which may lead to an increase in metabolism.

Bitter Orange

Bitter orange fruit is commonly used to help improve workout performance and promote weight loss, due to its thermogenic properties. Bitter orange fruit naturally contains synephrine, which helps the body use energy properly, stimulates metabolism, helps with the uptake of amino acids into muscle, and may increase lipolysis (the breakdown of fat). Synephrine may also help you to eat less. Bitter orange also stimulates the release of bile, which aids fat digestion and promotes bowel regularity.

Guggulipid

Guggulipid is an extract derived from the gum resin of the guggul tree and is prized for its powerful detoxifying and rejuvenating qualities. Guggulipid contains active compounds called guggulsterones, which have been shown to affect cholesterol production in the liver, possibly by improving the liver’s ability to process, metabolize and excrete cholesterol. According to studies, guggulsterones help maintain normal-range cholesterol levels and decrease circulatory fat deposits. Guggulsterones may also help reduce fat stores, due to their ability to improve thyroid function.

Yerba Mate

Yerba mate leaves are a natural source of caffeine and health-supporting nutrients like vitamin C, certain B-vitamins, antioxidant compounds, and minerals, including potassium, magnesium, calcium, and iron. Caffeine has been shown to improve mood and aid weight loss and may work best when combined with the polyphenol compounds in green tea. Yerba mate may also help boost metabolism and increase the amount of fat burned for fuel.

Chickweed

Chickweed is an essential ingredient in our popular Fat Grabbers product and offers nutritional support for weight management. Chickweed has traditionally been used to support the glandular and urinary systems, and may help to reduce excess "water weight" by enhancing urine flow. Chickweed also aids weight management efforts by interfering with dietary fat digestion and absorption from the gastrointestinal tract. Plus, chickweed offers nutritional support for appetite regulation, due to its natural fiber content.