If you are working out to drop some weight, it’s tempting to look for help anywhere. there are different solutions out there and some good supplements which are medically reviewed to help you lose the kind of weight you desire.
But you are to talk to your doctor first, before taking any supplement.
These supplements only tend to make you loss appetite in eating much foods with high calories and increase fat burning.
Below are the best weight loss supplements medically checked and safe for consumption.
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Garcinia Cambogia extract
Garcinia Cambogia is a small green fruit shaped like a pumpkin. It became well known after being featured in Dr.OZ show in 2012.
The Hydroxycitric acid (HCA) present on the skin of the fruit is the active ingredient in garcinia cambogia which helps in weight loss.
Garcinia cambogia extract can inhibit a fat-producing enzyme in the body which increases serotonin levels and also helps in reducing cravings.
Side effects: There have been no serious side effects recorded but few had it that it caused mild digestive problems.
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Raspberry Ketones
Raspberry Ketones is a substance gotten in raspberries. it increases breakdown of fat and increase levels of hormone that helps in weight loss.
Side effects: It can only cause burps to smell like raspberries.
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Hydroxycut
This has been one of the most popular supplement for effective weight loss.
Hydroxycut contains many ingredients that are claimed to help with weight loss which includes a few plant extracts and caffeine.
Side effects: Only if you are sensitive to caffeine, you may experience nausea, irritability, diarrhea. anxiety and tremors.
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Chromium picolinate
This is a mineral which is said to enhance insulin, a hormone that is crucial for turning food into energy.
According to some researches, chromium supplements can help you burn more calories, boost your muscle mass, lower your appetite and reduce your body fats.
Side effects: It is also reviewed that chromium supplements are safe for adults but higher doses can lead to Insomnia, headache, irritability, problem thinking, and result to kidney problem.
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Caffeine
This has been the most popular consumed psychoactive substance in the world. It is a natural ingredient found in green tea, coffee and dark chocolate. Also caffeine is used in some processed beverages and foods.
Caffeine can also boost the metabolism by 3-11% and increase fat burning by 29%.
Side effects: Caffeine in some people, can cause anxiety, irritability, diarrhea, nausea, insomnia and other symptoms recorded.
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Conjugated Linoleic Acid
Conjugated Linoleic Acid supplements contains chemicals found in a fatty acid known as Linoleic acid which helps to curb body fat and help you to stay full.
In some researches made, long-term use can lead to Insulin resistance if you are obese, which can make you get type 2 diabetes.
Linoleic Acid can lower “good” cholesterol in your blood, which can increase the risk of heart problems.
Side effects: Conjugated Linoleic Acid can cause loose stools, fatique, nausea and stomach upset.
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Chitosan
This is a sugar that comes from crabs or lobster’s outer layers. it helps in weight loss by blocking fats and cholesterol from getting absorbed by your body.
Side effects: No side effects, tho causes stomach upset or constipation in some people allergic to shellfish.
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Green coffee bean extract
These are roasted coffee beans which contains two substances that are believed to help in weight loss.
Green coffee bean extract can help you lose 5.4 pounds(2.5kg) or more. Also can lower blood sugar levels, reduce blood pressure and also have high antioxidants.
Side effects: same side effects as caffeine.
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Green Tea Extract
This is among the popular weight loss supplements over the decades.
Green tea extract helps to burn fat due to its’ increase in the activity of norepinephrine.
It is very active in the belly region.
Side effects: Green tea extract has no much side effects but can cause symptoms in people allergic to caffeine like nausea, vomiting, bloating, agitation, insomnia, dizziness, diarrhea, and gas.
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Bitter Orange
Bitter orange contains a compound called Synephrine, which is used as a popular weight loss supplements.
Side effects: It has many side effects related to the heart and can be addictive.
