What You Should Know
The G. I. Lean Diet is based on the glycemic index. It was developed by Dr. David Jenkins in 1981. He developed the diet to determine the carbohydrate value of certain foods by analyzing how quickly the food is broken down by the body. The foods with a lower glycemic index are healthier than those that have a higher glycemic index. The ones with a high glycemic index break down rapidly, releasing more glucose into the system and not allowing the body time to metabolize the food. This means they are quickly turned to fat, and the foods with lower indexes are metabolized slowly and therefore used by the body.
Ingredients
There are several different ingredients in the diet. The diet is based on four different stages, all of which require different things to work effectively. The first stage is a three day detox that includes the necessary vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and laxatives to cleanse the body. The weight loss here is not true weight loss, though it does excite many.
The second stage is a “kick start” program comprised of supplements which three supplements which are based on ingredients like CLA, HCA, and chromium.
The third stage is the point where dieters suppress their appetites with products that are centered on yerba mate and phaseolamin.
The final stage is the maintenance step where people have learned to identify the correct types of foods and continue to eat foods that will keep them healthy.
Product Features
CLA is a chemical which may lead to the reduction of fat, while also increasing insulin resistance and the risk for diabetes.
HCA is hydroxycitric acid is shown to help metabolize fat in rats and may also have appetite suppression properties.
Chromium is a mineral which aids in the digestion of several things and helps with weight loss. The amount of chromium is unclear in the G. I. products.
Yerba mate is thought to be an appetite suppressant that contains a safer version of caffeine, but it may still cause side effects such as insomnia, and increased heart rate.
Phaseolamin is a carbohydrate blocker.
Advantages
- Some products will increase fat burning potential.
Disadvantages
- No satisfaction guarantee.
- Many steps and products throughout the program.
- No customer testimonials posted on the website.
- Does not provide appetite suppression.
- May not be the diet of choice for many.
- Pricing information and details are unavailable.
Conclusion
For the most part the diet is confusing and does not seem like it would be successful for many. By playing on a science that seems to logically make sense, many have capitalized on weight loss efforts of several dieters. The moral of the story is that just because something makes sense, it doesn’t have to work. Think about a low calorie diet… it ends up making you gain weight! Combine a healthy diet with an exercise program and drink plenty of water, and the weight will come off. If you are looking for a supplement, be sure to look for something that addresses fat burning along with the appetite suppression.
I WANT TO KNOW WHAT SIDE AFFECTS FROM USING MORNING KICKSTART DOES ONE HAVE
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Hi, I have just finished the 3 day g.i lean detox effervescent tablets (3 a day for 3 days) and i feel awful. Have bad headache, sweating alot, getting hot then cold and just generally feel “flat”…this cant be normal? A response would be nice…thanks
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is it safe to use G.I.Lean slimint tablets whilst on hypertension treatment.
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Can Males use this product?
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HI I HAVE BEEN TAKING THE GABA FOR OVER A YEAR WITHOUT STOPPING IS THIS BAD FOR ME OR MUST I JUST KEEP TAKING, IT . I TAKE 4 TABLETS EVERY NIGHT.
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is gi lean working if u are on prevention injection
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hi just want to know if i can use the GI lean shake if i am on prevension injection,i have 3 children and very over weight i have been using the ijection now for 3 years and i am gaining alot of weight I was on herbal life i lost 6 kg i was 64kg and then i didnt use herbal life any more the i gain 23 kg in 2 years time i am now 87kg and are really depressed of so many weight and i am still in my 20s what can i do
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Ive been using the GI lean hunger buster, Very disappointed in this product.
It might as well be sugar tablets seriously.
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using appetite busters and then still having to eat the amount of food per meal as per the GI Lean (revised and updated) recipes – is that correct? Also the amount of food is much more than what I am used to eating per meal – is tht correct?
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It is my third day on GI Lean Detox. I have an enourmous headace and swollen eyes this morning. The headace started on day 2 I feel realy bad. Is it normal.
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Are you drinking enough water? generally detox makes you urinate more often and gets rid of all the evil toxins. headaches are most often caused by lack of fluids ie. water.
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Is GI lean meal replacement safe to use during pregnancy of while trying to concieve?
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