GNC Total Lean and other supplements

RunBakeLove
RunBakeLove Posts: 101 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
I know that the MFP community is largely anti-supplement and that is ok. I just wonder how products like the below sell and can post their promises everywhere if they aren't at least somewhat true?

http://www.gnc.com/GNC-Total-Lean-Burn-60-153-Cinnamon-Flavored/product.jsp?productId=2667934

Please don't just write that they don't work and I'm gullible for thinking they might. That's not helpful. I am wondering if anyone can explain how they can put those facts (up to 60% more calorie burn, etc) if they are just plain false? OR if they are true but there are negative side effects that I should be aware of?

I know losing weight is largely diet and exercise but do products like these provide an extra boost? I'm fine with being talked out of using the products, I just want reasons instead of "just because."

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  • ZhaoWei76
    ZhaoWei76 Posts: 37 Member
    I'm wondering this as well... Hopefully you can get some good advice...
  • Keepcalmanddontblink
    Keepcalmanddontblink Posts: 718 Member
    I have never been able to use stuff like this due to side effects like being shaky, irritable or racing heart with certain ones. I would say its your body and your choice to try them, but use caution.
    I think a lot of people don't mess with them, aside from side effects, it is basically a crutch. If it works, do you plan on taking it forever? If so is it safe to use long term?

    Again its your choice to try it or not. Good luck.
  • beachgod
    beachgod Posts: 567 Member
    They can put those facts up because supplements are not regulated by the FDA. See points 1, 2 and 3 in the "How Are Supplements Regulated?" section. http://www.fda.gov/forconsumers/consumerupdates/ucm050803.htm

    Then they put this disclaimer at or near the bottom of the label, typically in tiny letters:

    * These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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