Citrin®
FORTE Citrin was the first extract standardized
for (-) HCA, or hydroxycitric acid, and delivers 50% (-)
HCA. It is derived from the rind of organically-grown, hand-harvested
Garcinia cambogia fruit. (-)HCA blocks the enzyme which
converts carbohydrates into fat. Independently tested for
potency, and shown to be safe and effective in clinical
studies, it is an important compliment to weight loss and
weight maintenance programs. It is enhanced with the addition
of Bioperine®, a nutrient bio-availability
enhancing extract from black pepper fruit.*
1.
Citrin®
Citrin®
(hydroxycitric acid) helps in weight loss programs. Hydroxycitric
acid in Citrin® helps to increase the metabolic
rate through enhanced glycogen synthesis, thereby increasing
energy production1.
1. Flatt, J.P. The Biochemistry
of Energy Expenditure. In Recent Advances in Obesity Research
II, Bray, G.A. ed. Newman, London, 1978, pp. 211-228.
2.
Bioperine® (Black pepper extract)
Bioperine®
is a standardized extract obtained from black pepper, containing
not less than 95% piperine. It is a natural bioavailability
enhancer for nutrients, proven to improve the uptake and
utilization of several nutritional supplements, including
vitamins, antioxidants and minerals1,2.
1. Majeed, M., et al. United
States Patent #s. 5,536,506 (1996) and 5,744,161 (1998).
2. Guido, S. et al. (1998). Planta Medica 64: 1-4.