Zotrim is a fat burning diet pill that that boosts metabolism and curbs appetite. It is manufactured by Natures Remedies, a UK company. Zotrim contains a blend of 3 common diet pill ingredients – yerba mate, guarana and damiana. Because Zotrim is a propriety formulation it is not possible to determine ingredient concentrations. However, Zotrim has been evaluated in clinical trials and shown to promote weight loss.

How does Zotrim work?

Zotrim is stated by the manufacturer to be safe and effective for men and women. The ingredients in the Zotrim formula are claimed to promote weight loss by suppressing appetite and increasing metabolic rate. The active ingredients in Zotrim that are revealed on the official website are guarana, yerba mate and damiana. Guarana and yerba mate are both sources of caffeine and other xanthines that have both energizing and modest thermogenic (fat burning) properties. Clinical studies have indicated that a combination of yerba mate, guarana and damiana delays gastric emptying and improves satiety (a feeling of fullness) in dieters. This can result in reduced calorie intake.

How effective is Zotrim?

Zotrim has received variable customer feedback. Some users at weight loss forums report that they lost weight taking Zotrim, while a minority claimed that it worked but had side effects. A small number of users said that this diet pill did not work for them. In clinical trials of the actual diet pill (not just individual ingredients), Zotrim has been proven to aid weight loss, a rarity in the weight loss industry.

Based on clinical trial data the manufacturer states that Zotrim can deliver an average weight loss of 11 lbs in 6 weeks, or 1-2lbs a week.

Zotrim pros

• Zotrim is manufactured by a reputable company
• Zotrim has been evaluated in numerous clinical trials
• Zotrim has been shown to have no significant short term side effects in clinical studies
• There is a 100% money-back guarantee offered with Zotrim supplements.
• Customer testimonials are posted on the official website

Zotrim cons

• Some ingredients found in Zotrim may not be suitable for some individuals
• A full product ingredient list is not provided for Zotrim on the official website
• Zotrim has to be taken 3 times daily with water, which may prove to be inconvenient for some users

Zotrim side effects

Although the clinical studies performed on Zotrim revealed no appreciable side effects, the 3 prominent ingredients contained in this supplement have been reported to cause some adverse reactions in users. Without knowing the concentrations of these ingredients, it is difficult to assess whether or not Zotrim could cause health problems for some individuals.

Due to the fact that Zotrim contains caffeine, some users sensitive to caffeine could experience headaches, nausea, jitters or shakes. Zotrim is not intended for individuals under the age of 16. The potential risks of the 3 major ingredients have not been clinically determined for pregnant or nursing women. Zotrim is known to contain at least two different sources of caffeine. Doctors advise nursing or expecting mothers to limit the amount of caffeine they consume. Additionally, individuals that are allergic to plants, have heart conditions, high blood pressure, smoke, suffer from anxiety, bleeding conditions, have osteoporosis, or have glaucoma should consult a medical practitioner before taking Zotrim.

It has been documented that the clinical studies performed on Zotrim did not report any significant side effects. However, the ingredients yerba mate, guarana and damiana have been reported to elicit side effects in some users at high doses. Unfortunately, the manufacturer does not reveal the concentration of the ingredients in Zotrim.

Zotrim dosage

The manufacturer recommends that Zotrim is taken 3 times per day with water, at a dose of up to 3 tablets each time depending on body-mass. The best time to take Zotrim is 15 minutes prior to a meal. If breakfast is not normally taken then the manufacturer recommends that just one dose of Zotrim is taken in the morning followed by a further 2 doses with main meals.

Zotrim guarantee

Zotrim is sold with a 100 percent money-back guarantee via the official website.

Zotrim ingredients

A list of Zotrim ingredients is not available on the official website. Only 3 ingredients in the Zotrim formulation have been revealed namely:

Yerba Mate: This ingredient is extracted from a South American shrub that contains the xanthine alkaloids caffeine, theobromine and theophylline. Yerba mate contains about half the caffeine of coffee. Theobromine and theophylline are stimulants, although they have a less powerful effect on the central nervous system than caffeine. Yerba mate is also contains chlorogenic acid, a compound which may have some weight loss properties. In one clinical study, yerba mate combined with guarana and damiana resulted in delayed gastric emptying and an increased feeling of fullness (J Hum Nutr Diet. 2001; 14(3):243-250).

Guarana: This ingredient is a recognized thermogenic agent with clinically proven benefits for weight loss (e.g. Am J Clin Nutr 1989; 49(1):44-50. Am J Clin Nutr 1980; 33(5):989-997), although some findings indicate that it offers greater benefits to lean individuals that to those who are overweight (Am J Physiol 1995; 269(4 Pt 1):E671-8). Guarana also delivers an energy boost. It is incorporated into many fat burners because of its caffeine content and diuretic properties.

Damiana: A shrub that grows in the southwestern United States and Mexico. It is believed to be a strong aphrodisiac with a variety of reported effects on both the hormonal and reproductive systems. Damiana has also been used as a general tonic for both men and women, particularly when hormone-related conditions are present. The herb also has antidepressant, anti-anxiety, diuretic and mild laxative effects.

Zotrim conclusion

It is disappointing that a full list of ingredients for Zotrim has not been made available on the official Zotrim website. This would allow potential users to evaluate all of the ingredients, and to compare it to others pills on the market where the ingredients are known. Some individuals may find it inconvenient to take the high number of pills needed to achieve the daily recommended dose (up to 9). On a more positive note, Zotrim is one of the few diet pills clinically proven to promote weight loss.

Zotrim contact details

Website: www.zotrim.com

Natures Remedies Ltd
PO Box 233
Amersham
HP6 5JA
United Kingdom
Tel: 0845 345 0724
Tel: (+44) 1494 727888 and Fax: (+44) 1494 723648