Saturday, December 21, 2013

By Evan Melching


Green coffee bean extract has received a lot of exposure on TV thanks to the Dr. Oz Show. After that particular episode, the interest in this new weight loss supplement has sky-rocketed. The good doctor has explained in his show that the extract from green coffee beans has the capability to trim down your weight even without diet and exercise, but how true are these claims?

Like regular coffee, green coffee bean extract also contains caffeine, which is said to have some relation to weight loss. Despite that, it is not the real reason behind its fat-busting powers but an antioxidant known as chlorogenic acid. Since green coffee beans don't undergo roasting, chlorogenic acid levels remain high. Chlorogenic acid helps promote weight loss by keeping reducing the absorption of fat and glucose.

Dr. Oz has conducted an experiment with 100 women and the results show that those who took the green coffee extract lost an average of two pounds. The experiment was conducted within two weeks and the dosage for the extract was at 400mg. A similar study was also presented at the American Chemical Society and results show an average of 17 pounds lost over a period of 22 weeks.

Dr. Oz did not mention a particular brand since he did not want to be associated with one in any way, be he recommended that people look for a green coffee bean extract that has a minimum of 45% chlorogenic acid. It is also possible to see chlorogenic acid referred to in labels as either Svetol or GCA (green coffee antioxidant). Pregnant women or those below 18 are advised against taking this extract.

It is not unusual to find a lot of low-quality green coffee extracts on the market today due to the increased popularity it has acquired. With this in mind, it is important to be armed with the knowledge that will help you discern which product is worth buying. You should always read what is stated in the label, particularly the ingredients list. A good product should be pure and free from fillers or additives.

And while any type of coffee is supposed to have some level of caffeine in it, green coffee extract should have less caffeine as compared to regular coffee. An ideal number would be 20mg of caffeine for every 800mg of chlorogenic acid. This caffeine amount is more or less just 20% that of regular coffee. Having too much caffeine in the system usually leads to nervousness, increased heart rate, insomnia, and restlessness.

Before you proceed to purchasing any green coffee bean extract, you should read more about the claims of the manufacturer about the product and make sure it is not exaggerated. They should also provide you with any possible side effects. A quality product will have a clear listing of ingredients, the manufacturer, and contact details should the consumer have any product concerns.

While it would be a great thing to simply take green coffee bean extract and see those extra pounds go away, it is not the best way to do it. It is still important to have a balanced diet, one that steers clear from processed foods and focuses on whole foods, especially fruits and vegetables. If you add in quality cardiovascular exercise to the mix, there's no reason not to get the body you've always wanted.




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