Category: thermogenic fat burners

CoQ10 for weight loss MANUFACTURERS/BRAND NAME: Natrol, Carlson Labs, Schiff, Twinlab, Futurebiotics, among others. WEIGHT LOSS PILL TYPE: Thermogenic agent. Coenzyme Q10 (or ubiquinone) is a fat-soluble compound produced by the body and a potent antioxidant. It is found in cells all over the body. SOLD AS: Capsules, softgels, chewable wafers, sublingual lozenges, 20 to…

Pyruvate MANUFACTURERS/BRAND (S): Natrol, Bodyonics, Kaizen, Twinlab, among others. WEIGHT LOSS PILL TYPE: Thermogenic agent. Pyruvate is an acid that plays an important role in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. SOLD AS,: Capsules, tablets, available in 500-, 750-, and 1,000-mg potencies. BACKGROUND/RESEARCH: Research demonstrates that pyruvate brings down cholesterol in individuals who eat…

Kola nut MANUFACTURERS/BRAND NAME(S): Zand, Herb Pharm, Nature’s Answer. WEIGHT LOSS PILL TYPE: Thermogenic agent and diuretic. The kola nut is the seed kernel of the African kola tree. It’s also referred to as bissy nut. SOLD AS: Capsules, extract. BACKGROUND/RESEARCH: Proof that kola nut supports weight loss is basically anecdotal. One animal study discovered…

Guggul MANUFACTURERS/BRAND (S): Nature Care, Frontier, Enzymatic Therapy, Natrol, among others. SOLD AS: Capsules, tablets. WEIGHT LOSS PILL TYPE: Thermogenic agent. Guggul is the purified and standardized resin derived from the mukul tree, which grows in India. BACKGROUND/RESEARCH: Guggul is an Indian Ayurvedic herb which has been employed for weight-loss for more than 2,000 years.…

Guarana MANUFACTURERS/BRAND NAMES(S): Natrol, Nature’s Answers, among others. WEIGHT LOSS PILL TYPE: Thermogenic agent. Guarana is a creeping shrub that grows in the Amazon. It bears small, bright red fruit that contains a black seed, which is the part of the plant used for medicinal purposes. SOLD AS: Powder, syrup, capsules, tincture. BACKGROUND/RESEARCH: Almost all…

DHEA Dehydroepiandrosterone MANUFACTURERS/BRAND (S): Twinlab, Doctor’s A-Z, Enzymatic Therapy, Ultimate Nutrition, Schiff, Kal, Body Ammo, Natrol, among others. SOLD AS: As a synthetic or as an animal extract in capsules, sublingual capsules, and tablets, usually 25 mg. WEIGHT LOSS PILL TYPE: Thermogenic agent. DHEA is a weak androgen, or male hormone, that is present in both…

Creatine monohydrate MANUFACTURERS/BRAND NAME(S): Prolab, ISP Powder, Ultimate Nutrition, Source Naturals, Prolab Nutrition, Twinlab.: among others. WEIGHT LOSS PILL TYPE: A naturally occurring chemical in the body found mainly in the liver, pancreas, and kidneys. It concentrates primarily in muscle, including the heart. SOLD AS: Powder, capsules, tablets, wafers, gum. BACKGROUND/RESEARCH: A lot of controlled…

CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) MANUFACTURERS: Twinlab, Doctor’s A-Z, Wellness for Women, Natrol, among others. WEIGHT LOSS PILL TYPE: Thermogenic agent. CLA is an essential fatty acid (an omega-6) that is found naturally in dairy products, beef, poultry, and corn oil. SOLD AS: Softgel capsules, usually 600 to 1,000 mg. BACKGROUND/RESEARCH: Scientific research on animals demonstrate…