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Introduction & Overview |
NV is a weight loss supplement that claims to give women “the outer radiance to match the inner spark that makes you beautiful.” It is said to help consumers “rapidly achieve a slimmer body and the total beauty you deserve.” The product also is advertised to provide “thick hair that shines” as well as “strong glamorous nails.” In addition, it claims to yield “the energy to be more dynamic than you’ve ever been.” The product seems to be marketed directly to women seeking a romantic partner, stating, “Love the way you look. They will. Be sexy. Be confident. Be desired.”
This product’s claims appear to be far beyond that which can be achieved by a supplement. It is highly unlikely that any one pill can provide confidence, all-around physical beauty, “inner beauty” and weight loss. Consumers may wish to utilize caution in considering products that make such seemingly outrageous claims. While many women may wish to be attractive and desirable, the many aspects of physical beauty most likely cannot be consolidated into a single product. For this reason, consumers of both genders might want to be vigilant regarding products that seem to prey on their insecurities. Self-esteem, romantic love, and “radiance” are unlikely to be purchasable commodities. We will assess this product strictly for its intrinsic value and its ingredients.
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| Pros |
• Contains Hoodia
• Seems to encourage exercise
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| Cons |
• Contains Caffeine
• Ginseng may have certain side effects for some
• Some consumers reported that this supplement made them ill
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| Products Formula |
This product contains some of the following ingredients: Green Tea Extract, Theobromine, Hoodia Gordonii, Taurine, Panax Ginseng Extract, Rhodiola Rosea Extract, Collagen, Alpha Lipoic Acid, Silica, Biotin and Coenzyme Q10.
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| Formula In Depth |
Although the use of Collagen in supplements is promoted as being useful in improving skin health, some researchers claim that there is no evidence to back this assertion. Particularly for those who simply want to lose weight, this ingredient’s supposed benefits may not justify the potential risks associated with animal-derived components. This product also contains Caffeine, which is associated with numerous stimulant side effects, such as nausea, rapid heartbeat, insomnia, and anxiety for some. In addition, the ingredient Panax Ginseng may be associated with the following adverse effects: insomnia, nausea, diarrhea, headaches, high blood pressure, low blood pressure, and vaginal bleeding. Finally, although Hoodia is known to be a powerful appetite suppressant, we would have been more impressed if this ingredient had been combined with a true thermogenic component.
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| Customer Feedback |
A few consumers reported some effects with this product, which most likely did not make them feel “radiant.” One dieter reported, “When I woke up one morning after taking it two days ago, I felt extremely sick. I thought I could take a shower and that would be the end of it. But I felt even worse, and had a killer headache.” The consumer went on to say, “I literally started spinning, and just fell flat on my face in the bathroom.” This consumer concluded, “My experience with NV is that it is extremely horrid for you.” Another dieter complained that the product did not result in weight loss. This consumer said, “I did not lose any weight whatsoever.” Another said, “I have taken the pills for about a month, and no weight loss! I will not get another bottle when I’m done.”
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| Conclusion |
Consumers might want to believe that one supplement can solve all of their problems, from self-esteem to fitness to hair care. However, it is generally the case that products that claim to “fix everything” may end up fixing nothing. Manufacturers who seem willing to exaggerate their claims also tend to have few qualms about providing lackluster results.
For consumers who want products that truly deliver results through their ingredients, not through pleasant-sounding marketing jargon, there are a number of fine supplement products available. In particular, look for formulations combining the appetite suppressant Hoodia with the thermogenic component Advantra-Z®. This particular combination seems to be quite effective.
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