Maintaining a healthy weight is very important. Being underweight, overweight or having obesity may have a higher risk of developing serious health problems.

Approximately two thirds of adults in the United States are overweight or have obesity. Achieving a healthy weight can help manage cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar. It could also help prevent weight-related diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, arthritis and some types of cancers. The excess of eating food or not being physically active will make a person obese in most cases. To maintain the correct weight, the intake of calories should be equal to the energy burned. A weight-control strategy may include:

• Choosing low-fat and low-calorie foods
• Smaller portions on the plate
• Avoiding sugary drinks (soda and juices)
• Physical activity
• Safe and natural weight loss supplements

Phyto Slim™ has been formulated to promote rapid weight loss and increase energy. It is a combination of ten effective ingredients.

Garcinia cambogia is a fruit commonly grown in India and Southeast Asia.
The rind of the fruit contains a chemical called hydroxycitiric acid (HCA) which is where the plant’s weight-loss benefits come into play. HCA has been studied for weight loss through appetite suppression. Some studies have shown positive results when taken garcinia cambogia for several months.

Another extract used is green coffee bean. It is a rich source of several antioxidants including a number of polyphenols. One of them is called chlorogenic acids (CGA) which may act as a natural weight loss agent and fat burner. In a 2008 article, published in the Journal of Nutrition, it was found that green coffee bean extract contains caffeoylquinic acids and dicaffeoylquinic acids being the main chlorogenic acids (CGA) that may act as natural weight loss agents and fat burners.

In preventive medicine, African mango is used to promote weight loss by suppressing appetite, speeding up metabolism and preventing fat buildup.
A few scientific studies have tested the effectiveness of African mango suggesting that it might help against obesity and improve metabolic health.
In a 2009 study published in Lipids in Health and Disease, researchers found that participants who took African mango for ten weeks experienced significant results in weight, body fat, waist size, cholesterol levels, blood sugar levels, and C-reactive protein, an important marker of inflammation.

Hoodia gordonii is a plant native to South Africa and Asia where indigenous populations have commonly used it, mostly by the Khoisan, first inhabitants of southern Africa. This plant is an appetite and thirst suppressant used during long hunting expeditions into harsh environments. Research of hoodia gordonii began in the 1960’s but it was not until 1977 when the active ingredient for appetite suppression called P57 was isolated by scientists from the South African Council for Scientific and Industrial Research.

Several studies have been published demonstrating that the consumption of green tea extract may influence energy metabolism, body weight, and body fat content. Clinical studies in the USA of catechins (EGCG) have demonstrated an effect on weight loss and fat distribution. These studies were conducted in vitro (test tubes), using mice and later humans. Results of all these studies concluded that constant and high doses of catechins can be effective for promoting weight loss, increasing energy metabolism, and helping in the maintenance of lost weight. In 2009, researchers in the Netherlands found that catechins significantly decreased body weight and maintained body weight after a period of weight loss.

An effective and active ingredient in this supplement is caffeine anhydrous. Caffeine acts as an appetite suppressant. Additionally, caffeine will increase calorie burning to a small degree and may be helpful as part of a well-balanced weight loss program. Also, caffeine is used to improve physical performance among athletes or sport enthusiasts.

Preliminary studies have been done with raspberry ketones and mice only.
A study published in 2005 in the journal Life Science showed that raspberry ketones prevented weight gain in the liver and visceral fat (belly fat).

Niacin (vitamin B3) is important to the health of the digestive system, skin, and nerves, according to the National Institutes of Health. Niacin helps convert food to energy and may improve circulation and cholesterol levels. Since it plays an important role in digestion, in small quantities, it may benefit the metabolism leading to weight loss.

Animal research suggests an effect of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) supplementation on reducing body fat. Limited controlled human research found CLA may produce gains in muscle size and strength.

L-carnitine is made by the body from the amino acids lysine and methionine and it is needed to release energy from fat. In a review of several studies of people with obesity, researchers found that participants taking L-carnitine lost more weight than those who did not.

Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Servings per Container: 90
Amount per 1 Capsule			%DV*
Niacin (Niacinamide)		15 mg	75
Conjugated Linoleic Acid		15 mg	*
L-Carnitine (free form)		15 mg	*
Proprietary blend	575 mg
Garcinia Extract - 60% Hydroxycitric Acid HCA      (Garcinia Cambogia Fruit)			*
Green Coffee Bean Extract - 50% Chlorogenic      Acid (Coffea Arabica L)			*
African Mango Seeds Extract 4:1 (Irvingia gabonensis)			*
Hoodia Extract 20:1 (Hoodia gordonii)			*
Green Tea Extract 50% - Polyphenols (Camellia sinensis)			*
Caffeine Anhydrous			*
Raspberry Ketones - 4% Ellagic Acid (Fructus Ketones)			*
*Daily Value not established

Other Ingredients: Gelatin.

Recommendations: As a dietary supplement, take one (1) capsule half an hour before meals. Modify recommendations based on your needs.

Caution: Do not use this product if pregnant or nursing. Do not use
this supplement if the band around the cap is broken or missing.
If symptoms persist, consult a doctor. Keep this product out of reach
of children.

Storage: Keep tightly closed in a dry place and do not expose
to excessive heat.

The statements above have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.