Lipo 6 Weight Loss Pill

Lipo 6 is a weight loss pill manufactured by Nutrex Research, a company that produces a wide range of sports nutrition and bodybuilding products. Lipo 6 contains a blend of stimulants and herbal ingredients that are purported to aid in weight loss, so it may be effective for you. However, you should consult your doctor prior to using it, as it may also cause side effects. Lipo 6 is intended to be used in conjunction with a reduced-calorie diet and an exercise plan.

Bioperine

One of the main ingredients in Lipo 6 is bioperine, or an extract from black pepper, also known as piper nigrum. According to research from the September 2004 issue of "Redox Report: Communications in Free Radical Research," consumption of black pepper extract promoted antioxidant activity. Antioxidants protect your cells from damage caused by free radicals, molecules released by physical stress such as exercise. The researchers did not find any weight loss benefits from the supplement.

Yohimbine

Yohimbine, an extract from the yohimbe tree, is a stimulant included in Lipo 6 to promote energy and weight loss. According to Mount Auburn Hospital, there is insufficient evidence to confirm the efficacy of yohimbine for weight loss, as studies on the product have yielded contradictory results. Additionally, the hospital notes that yohimbine is unlikely to improve athletic performance.

Caffeine

Caffeine is a nervous system stimulant found in soda, coffee and many other beverages. Caffeine can help you feel more energized, which can help you exercise for longer periods and burn more calories. According to the October 2010 edition of "Nutrition," caffeine can also promote increased energy expenditure, or calorie-burning, independent of exercise.

Synephrine

Synephrine is a chemical found in bitter orange, an herbal ingredient in Lipo 6. According to MayoClinic.com nutritionist Katherine Zeratsky, some research suggests that synephrine may aid in weight loss when combined with diet and exercise. However, Zeratsky cautions against using supplements with this ingredient, as it can interfere with other medications and may increase your blood pressure and cause migraines, fainting and even strokes or heart attacks.

Guggulsterones

Guggulsterones are reportedly beneficial for reducing cholesterol levels. However, research on these compounds is limited, and a study published in the August 2003 edition of "The Journal of the American Medical Association" found that guggulsterones were ineffective for reducing cholesterol levels.