Analysis of Nutrex Lipo 6

Product Name: Lipo 6

Manufacturer: Nutrex Research (US)

RRP: £39.99

Recommended Dosage: 2-3 Capsules, twice a day (Fat Loss)

Container Size: 120 Capsules

Number of Servings per Container: 40-60

Cost for 4 Weeks of Use**: £37.32 to £55.99

Manufacturers Principal Claims:

“LIPO-6 by Nutrex is the first and only fat-burner that utilizes maximum strength liquid capsules for superior absorption and unprecedented results”Product Description:

Nutrex Lipo 6 is a thermogenic fat loss supplement, thyroid stimulator and energy supplement. The supplement is in capsule form, with the ingredients delivered in liquid form.

Ingredient Profile:

Synephrine HCL 20mg: Synephrine is a drug used primarily fat loss, although the effectiveness is debated it is very popular and has been used as an alternative to ephedrine (a substance with a history of controversy). Synephrine is derived primarily from the fruit of a small citrus tree.

Synthetic 99% Guggulsterones Z&E 1:1 20mg: Herbal Guggulsterones are formed from the extract from a tree, traditionally Grown in India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan. Guggul is the tree which produces a resinous sap, this has been used for hundreds of years in traditional Indian medicine. In Modern medicine this sap is standardised for the active components Z and E guggulsterones. Guggulsterones have been shown to stimulate the thyroid gland, converting T4 into T3. The Guggulsterones included in Lipo 6 are synthetic, this should allow for greater purity and a more accurate dosage.

Yohimbe HCL 3mg: Yohimbine is a selective competitive alpha2-adrenergic receptor antagonist. In many countries it is a prescription drug and has a variety of uses for treatment of erectile dysfunction, weight loss, treatment of low blood pressure and to dilate the pupil of the eye. It is also claimed to be an aphrodisiac. It is used in weight loss supplements as it increases noradrenaline (norepinephrine) levels, one of the body's lipolytic (meaning to disintegrate fat) hormones.

Caffeine Anhydrous USP 200mg: Caffeine acts as a stimulant and thermogenic in humans, and is commonly taken to boost energy or mental concentration. It will stimulate the central nervous system and the metabolism. Once metabolised caffeine can increase lipolysis in the body. Caffeine may also increase the effectiveness of other substances such as ephedrine or Yohimbe, and was incredibly popular in the commonly used ECA stack (ephedrine, caffeine and aspirin).

Bioperine 5mg: Derived from the fruit of the piper nigrum plant (black pepper) or piper longum (long pepper). It is believed to have thermogenic properties. Supplementation of piperidine enhances the bioavailability of various nutrients, including beta-carotene, curcumin, selenium, pyridoxine and coenzyme Q10.

Product Uses:

Fat Loss (Cutting), Energy EnhancementManufacturers Warnings:

Not for use by pregnant or nursing women. Seek the advice of a health care professional if your have any medical condition. Reduce or discontinue use if your experience tremors, nervousness, sleeplessness, headache or heart palpitations.

Potential Side Effects:

(Please Note this list may not be exhaustive) Increased Heart Rate, Sweating, Nervousness, Tremor, Irritability, headache, dizziness and flushing, Peptic Ulcers, Erosive Esophagitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, sleeplessness, dizziness, blurred vision, drowsiness, dry mouth, increased urination, loss of appetite, nausea and stomachaches* At Manufacturers’ recommended dosage** Based on RRP