Slim Force 7 is a weight loss supplement manufactured in Canada, though the company's name does not appear on the product. This supplement has been the cause of some controversy due to its advertising claims, which are exaggerated and unsubstantiated. You should consult a doctor before using Slim Force 7.
Significance
According to the Diet Advisors, Slim Force 7's effectiveness is due to the six fruit acids and one form of algae it contains. The individual quantity or quality of the ingredients has not been confirmed. Slim Force 7 is marketed as being suitable for both men and women. The company claims that consumers need to take only one capsule each day and will lose 1 lb. after only eight hours. The product comes with a 30-day satisfaction guarantee.
Features
According to the product label, Slim Force 7 contains grapefruit seed powder, dry lemon extract, mango fruit extract, pineapple stem powder, papaya leaf powder, citrus aurantium --bitter orange -- and spirulina. There is no medical evidence to show that this combination of ingredients can help with weight loss.
Considerations
According to Medline Plus, spirulina, also known as blue-green algae, is often marketed as an effective aid to weight loss. Although spirulina is rich in some nutrients, such as protein and iron, it is only being researched for its anti-inflammatory effects. There is no evidence to show it is an effective weight loss aid.
Expert Insight
According to a study reported in the September 2004 issue of "Experimental Biology and Medicine," although bitter orange extracts are often marketed as a safe, herbal weight loss alternative to ephedra, citrus aurantium may also have adverse affects on health. Possible side effects may include increased blood pressure and increased potency of many other drugs. There is little evidence to suggest that bitter orange extract can aid weight loss.
Misconceptions
Natural Products Insider, reports that in 2009, The National Advertising Division of the Council of Better Business Bureaus reported Slim Force 7 to the United States FDA regarding the company's advertising. The group had already tried to contact Slim Force 7 directly, but the company had not responded. The Better Business Bureau listed concerns with the company's claims, including the product's ability to cause significant weight loss regardless of the consumer's diet or level of exercise. The Slim Force 7 company website is no longer accessible online, though the product is still available for purchase from other websites.
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