Summary
Fenphedra is an established fat burner. The ingredients are stimulant-heavy, counteracted with some calming ingredients. There are many positive testimonials as to Fenphedra’s effectiveness as a weight loss pill. Posted reviews of this product are also generally favorable. You should not take Fenphedra if you are sensitive to caffeine or stimulants.
Overview
Fenphedra is a popular fat-burner diet pill that has been used extensively by body builders. It is very similar to Nuphedragen and is based on the same concept of CART versus NPY. In the body there are two systems competing for control of the metabolism. One of these is CART, which stands for Cocaine and Amphetamine Regulated Transcript. CART, a hormone released from the hypothalamus, is beneficial. It stimulates the metabolism, reduces appetite and inhibits the creation and storage of fat. NPY is a hormone associated with stress that has the opposite effect. It programs the body to store fat and increases appetite.
The Fenphedra compilation contains fairly regular ingredients, and nothing particularly revolutionary. They are DiCaffeine Malate, Chocamine, Phenylethylamine (PEA), and Synephrine HCl, which are believed to trigger the CART process. It also contains Humulus Lupus which is said to deactivate the NPY process.
Fenphedra ingredients
Fenphedra contains:
DiCaffeine Malatefeine. There is no research supporting that DiCaffeine Malatefeine is any more effective than standard caffeine. Caffeine has been proven to increase the metabolic rate and is included in many fat burners on the market today.
Chocamine is a proprietary extract of the cocoa plant. It contains numerous constituents including methylxanthines (theobromine, caffeine, and theophylline), biogenic amines (phenylethylamine and tyramine) amino acids (phenylalanine, tryptophan, tyrosine, others), minerals, numerous beneficial antioxidants, and possibly some non-psychoactive cannabanoid-related compounds. Chocamine produces a very smooth energy boost with no crash. This ingredient is not new to fat burners.
Synephrine is derived from the Citrus Aurantium plant used for a variety of purposes in traditional Chinese medicine. Research indicates that it can act as an effective stimulant. After Ephedra was banned by the F.D.A., diet pill makers sought to discover an equivalent. They thought they had found it with Synephrine and, while Synephrine is effective, there is no research that points to Ephedra and Synephrine being comparable. Synephrine can help burn fat, suppress appetite and increase energy.
Phenylethylamine is related to catecholamine neurotransmitters and their amino acid precursors, tyrosine and phenylalanine. Research has demonstrated that Phenylethylamine can promote feelings of well-being (it is an active ingredient in dark chocolate). It is probably included in Fenphedra to counteract the jitters that could be stimulated by DiCaffeine Malate and Synephrine.
Humulus Lupus is well-known in herbal medicine as having a calming effect. Its common name is “hops”, one of the ingredients in beer. Humulus Lupus has antibacterial qualities, and the dried female buds have a high content of Methylbutenol, a natural alcohol that has sedating effects. It is used to treat insomnia so it is no surprise that it is included in Fenphedra. Like Phenylethylamine, it appears to be a counter-agent to the stimulating effects of the DiCaffeine Malatefeine, Chocamine, and Synephrine.
Side effects
Fenphedra contains Synephrine which can cause anxiety, nervousness, jitters, tremors, accelerated heart rate, and increased blood pressure. Some users have reported headaches and mood swings after taking the product.
Pros
- The ingredients have been tried and tested in the weight loss industry or in herbal medicine
- There are many positive testimonials
- The company does not endorse automatic enrollment programs
- The official product website offers a money-back guarantee, albeit for unopened bottles only
Cons
- Fenphedra is very expensive for one month’s supply
- Some ingredients can cause jitteriness and other side effects. Some users have reported headaches
- The formulation does not contain any appetite suppressing ingredients such as Hoodia or Caralluma
- Bottle only contains a one month supply of capsules
- No company address is given on the website
- The manufacturers’ statements about Fenphedra have not been evaluated by the F.D.A.
How long does each bottle last?
Each bottle of Fenphedra contains 69 weight loss capsules. It is recommended that you take 1 capsule 30 minute before breakfast and lunch. So each bottle will last 34.5 days.
Where to buy?
Fenphedra is available for sale at many of the largest online diet supplement retailers, but only the official site offers a money back guarantee.
Conclusion
Fenphedra is an established fat burner. The ingredients are stimulant-heavy, counteracted with some calming ingredients. In terms of the product itself there are no clinical references, no referenced studies, and no evidence other than anecdotal that it promotes weight loss. There are, however, many positive testimonials. Posted reviews of this product are also generally favorable. You should not take Fenphedra if you are sensitive to caffeine or stimulants. Some side effects have been reported by users
Manufacturers’ recommendations
Do not exceed 4 capsules in a 24 hour period. Keep out of reach of children. Not intended for persons under 18 years of age. Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing or at risk of or are being treated for high blood pressure, heart disease, renal disease, hyperthyroidism, spasms, psychiatric disease, suffer from migraines, are allergic to tyramine or chocolate, have asthma, or are taking asthma medication. Consult your physician before use if you are taking a MAOI. The recommended dose of this product contains about as much caffeine as a cup of coffee and should not be taken by individuals wishing to eliminate caffeine from their diet. Limit use of caffeine-containing foods and beverages while taking this product.
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