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Calotren® |
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Introduction & Overview |
A Top of the World Distributors® product, the dietary supplement Calotren® is supposed to be an “all natural Protein Formula” that is said to assist the body in shedding excess body fat and toxins naturally. Top of the World Distributors® claims that the formula may not only aid with weight loss, but may also foster overall health, specifically by strengthening joints and aiding with lean muscle build-up.
We believe it is especially important to examine a formula’s different ingredients when choosing a weight-loss or dietary supplement. The industry has many products that may be worthless, but are advertised as the most effective formula. With these basic hypotheses on our minds, we will take a closer look at Calotren® and determine its effectiveness. We will conclude whether it may be an exciting weight loss product or whether consumers may fare better elsewhere.
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| Pros |
• Official online presence
• Website contains testimonials
• Is offered in liquid as well as in a capsule form
• No stimulants, like Ephedra
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| Cons |
• Alleged benefits not proven or studied
• Does not contain effective appetite suppressants
• Contains products gotten from Bovines
• Does not contain effective fat burners
• No free trial offers
• May be quite expensive
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| Products Formula |
As mentioned above, there may not be enough accurate studies done on the Calotren® ingredients. However, the liquid protein supplement contains the following ingredients: Oxygenated water, Collagen Hydrolysate (Bovine Source), Aloe Vera, Glycerin, Potassium Sorbate, Natural Raspberry Flavoring and Methyl Paraben. It is worth mentioning again that the supplement also comes in a capsule form.
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| Formula In Depth |
The chief ingredient here seems to be Collagen. Unlike some other Collagen based products, Calotren® only comes in a Bovine formula, meaning that it derives its Collagen from Bovines. The alternatives may be Collagen derived from marine animals like tuna fish. Therefore, users may fare well if they consider this fact well in advance before buying the product. We certainly have our hesitations with regard to taking a supplement with a primary ingredient derived from Bovines.
In any case, the use of Collagen itself may have its disadvantages. Collagen is the main protein of connective tissue in animals. In mammals, Collagen is said to be the most abundant protein, making up to around 25% of the total protein content. It is said to strengthen blood vessels and play a role in tissue development. The hydrolyzed version of Collagen, called Gelatin, may be found in many food products. Collagen itself may be widely used in cosmetic surgery. However, we could find no evidence linking Collagen supplement with weight loss.
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| Costs |
The biggest drawback of Calotren® may be the costs involved. The Top of the World Distributors® website currently offers a 30-day supply for around $63.95, not including shipping and handling. However, our survey found lower prices on some retails stores, with some offering the same for about $52.95, not including shipping and handling. Therefore, a potential customer may do well to shop around.
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| Conclusion |
We find it strange that the manufacturer offers Calotren® for prices higher than some retail stores. This makes us wonder about the business tactics of Top of the World Distributors®. However, we must give them credit where it’s due: they do list a customer service hotline number and many testimonials. There are no guarantees or free trial offers, though.
In the end, it becomes clear that Calotren® solely rests on the alleged benefits of Collagen. As such, it may not be wise to choose this product with the confidence that weight loss may automatically follow. On the contrary, we believe that customers should be wary of choosing Calotren®; the fact that Collagen is derived from animals may be quite unpleasant.
We have found that an effective weight loss supplement typically consists of an appetite suppressant, as well as a metabolism booster. Many quality products offer a free sample to ensure your satisfaction, as well as reliable customer service support to answer any inquiries regarding use of the product.
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