How Efficient Is Coffee Bean Extract For Weight Loss

By Wilburn McCollins


After being featured in the Dr. Oz Show, green coffee bean extract has received a lot of buzz from people all over the world. It is said that supplements made from this extract can actually help people lose weight without changing their diet or participating in an exercise program. But how is this different from the myriad of other weight loss supplements that are available in the market today?

The regular coffee that we usually enjoy in the morning is made from roasted coffee beans. With green coffee, it does not get roasted and this is key to its weight loss capabilities. In its raw form, green coffee bean extract has a high amount of chlorogenic acid - a polyphenol antioxidant that helps promote weight loss by managing the way fat and glucose are absorbed in the body.

There were about 100 women who participated in the experiment conducted by Dr. Oz and it was shown that those who took the extract lost weight of two pounds on the average, for a period of 2 weeks and while taking 400mg of chlorogenic acid. In addition, the American Chemical Society hosted an experiment using the extract and the participants had an average of 17 pounds lost over the course 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.

Because of the buzz surrounding green coffee extract, it is not surprising why a lot of products have been sprouting all over the market today. The problem is that some products are of low quality and are just after your money. Always make it a point to read the labels, especially the list of ingredients. Quality products are those made from pure green coffee and does not contain additives or fillers.

There must be no additional caffeine in the green coffee bean extract besides the naturally occurring amount in it. It is said that there is around 20mg of caffeine for every 800mg of chlorogenic acid. Keep in mind that this amount is less than 20% as compared to the caffeine in a cup of regular coffee. Too much caffeine has been linked to insomnia, restlessness, nervousness, and increased heart rate.

You should also be wary about overboard claims about the efficacy of a particular green coffee bean extract. A reputable manufacturer must be clear about any possible side effects should there be a misuse of the product. It is also important that they clearly state what ingredients their product is made of and the kind of processing that it undergoes.

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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