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Leanbean Reviews - What Is It?

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Fat burning supplements have become quite popular on the market. Can these pills really make you lose fat? We'll try to answer this question by discussing one of the newest fat burners which is called Leanbean. Its peculiarity is that it's created specially for women taking into account their specific features of physique. It's 100% vegetarian and can be used by both regular people and athletes. This is a natural product made of plant ingredients such as a Japanese root, a tropical Indonesian fruit, raspberries, coffee and tea. In fact, these are ingredients commonly found in many other fat burners. The supplement has a central emphasis on appetite suppression. It seems to be the right tactic for women because it has been proven that they feel it more difficult to resist cravings than men do. It means that their chance to overeat is stronger. This is why Leanbean focuses more on appetite suppression than on anything else. The manufacturer of the product is badly known but it has an official website - leanbean.com. The latter is low-informative in terms of the ingredients found in the formula, their possible adverse reactions and real customers' feedback.

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Ingredients of Leanbean - Does It Really Work? Is It a Scam?

The official website does not say much about the ingredients found in this fat burner. The company names turmeric, garcinia cabogia, and some other components used to increase fat burning and promote fullness. We have done a more detailed research and found out that a four-capsule serving contains: Amorphophallus Konjac (Tuber) (Std. to 90% Glucomannan) (550mg), Vitamin B6 (240% of the RDI), BioPerine Black Pepper (Std. to 95% Piperine) (20mg), Chromium (300% of the RDI), Vitamin B12 (256% of the RDI), Garcinia cambogia (Std. to 50% HCA) (180mg), Green tea (Std. to 50% polyphenols) (160mg), Green coffee (Std. to 50% Chlorogenic acid) (80mg), Turmeric (200mg), Cayenne pepper (40,000 SHU) (60mg), Acai berry extract (80mg), Raspberry ketones (8mg). Other ingredients include magnesium stearate, hypromellose (veggie capsule), Cellulose, silica.

Leanbean's active ingredient is Glucomannan, a soluble fiber that comes from the root of the konjac plant and forms a gel in your stomach after consumption. It can expand by up to 30 and 50 times. This appetite suppressant gives you the feeling of fullness and helps to reduce your calorie intake. The supplement contains a rather high dose of Glucomannan, so you may experience undesired side effects. According to the official site, this compound has been approved by the EFSA to help reduce body weight. The high fiber content has a cleansing effect on the human bowel. It is better to consume Glucomannan before a meal, with plenty of water. However, a negative point about this is that it can reduce the absorption of nutrients from food.

Another ingredient in Leanbean is Choline. It is neither a vitamin nor a mineral, but it is an important nutrient synthesized by the human liver. This nutrient is responsible for the removal of cholesterol from the body and transportation of fats in your body. Choline contributes to the proper fat metabolism and supports a homocysteine metabolism. It is unclear, though, why we have to supplement Choline intake through the food if it is produced by our liver. The next component in the formula, Cayenne Pepper, has detoxifying and appetite-suppressing properties, which contributes to the process of slimming. One scientific study conducted by Kebek scientists in Canada showed that people who ate cayenne pepper every day for breakfast had lower appetite throughout the day. However, this is a minor study involving a small number of participants. Besides, there is no dosage information.

Chromium is an essential trace mineral that is claimed to support proper macronutrient metabolism associated with a good shape. It is also believed that chromium can maintain normal blood glucose levels. Vitamins B6 and B 12 play a vital role in healthy bodyweight, because they take part in a normal energy metabolism. Proper levels of these vitamins are important if you need to reduce fatigue, support the functioning of muscles and of the nervous system. Green Tea Extract is considered to be beneficial for weight loss due to its valuable nutrients. The catechins found in green tea increase metabolic rate and activate fat cells. Theine helps the body to feel full and retain strength during physical activity. However, the theine contained in green tea may cause side effects such as insomnia, anxiety, aggression and nervousness.

Raspberry ketones are found in berries but their highest content is in raspberries. They don't only give these berries their great aroma, but also have a slimming effect. Ketones improve the fat burning process by making the body produce adipocytes. The more fat cells are in the body the higher the hormone called adenoprotein is. Raspberry ketones are believed to balance these hormones and to regulate the metabolic process in the body. However, more studies are needed to prove the effectiveness of this ingredient. Pepperine is actually the extract of black pepper responsible for the disruption of genes associated with the formation of white fat cells, better immune system and improved absorption of valuable ingredients.

Customer Reviews - Does It Have Any Side Effects?

Even though the company says nothing about Leanbean side effects, this does not mean that it is absolutely safe. Some of its ingredients may cause undesired reactions. For example, the main ingredient in the product, Glucomannan, can cause bloating, soft stools, flatulence and diarrhea in some people. It can also reduce the absorption of nutrients and oral medications like diabetes drugs. Green tea extract may lead to nervousness, insomnia, anxiety and aggression.

There is a limited number of users' testimonials about Leanbean on third-party websites. Many people saw absolutely no effect and were very disappointed with their purchase. One obese man had high hopes for this product and has been using it for four weeks but experienced no results. It was total waste of money. A few users reported they faced side effects when taking the supplement. Some customers found it difficult to return the product and their money back. Let's take a look at the actual customers' reviews.

"I am not satisfied with Leanbean for a few reasons. Instead of curbing my appetite, these pills made me feel hungry all the time. I ate more foods when I was taking these pills. I couldn't resist my cravings. As soon as I stopped taking the supplement I was fine again. I wanted to return the rest of the bottle but the company's customer service department did not allow me to do this."

"I was so excited about receiving Leanbean. I couldn't wait to try it because I had read many positive reviews on the product's site. To tell you the truth, the supplement did not met my expectations. It did not have any drastic weight-loss results. Let me state that I work out regularly and stick to a strict diet. This product is not worth the money I spent on it."

"Leanbean is a useless product. It did not curb my cravings or help with my belly fat. Instead, it ruined my cycle and made me feel sick two times. I wish I could get a refund but I was denied. I am very upset that I wasted my money. Stay away from this product."

Where To Buy Leanbean?

The supplement can be ordered from the official website of the manufacturer. It is available in packs of 120 capsules (one-month supply, as you have to take four capsules a day). One Month's Supply costs $59.00. Two Month's Supply is priced at $118.00 (free shipping to the US and UK). The Bikini Body Bundle (three bottles plus one bottle free plus e-book workout guide) costs $185.00 (free shipping worldwide). They do not ship to some countries. You can return the product within seven days of receipt. There is also a 90-day money back guarantee.

My Final Summary

Leanbean seems to be an ineffective weight-loss product, based on our research. Even though the formula contains plenty of natural ingredients, they do not always show positive effect. The reason may be that some ingredients are too low (raspberry ketones). Some users have experienced a number of adverse reactions when using the supplement. The most common side effect is stomach discomfort that occurs immediately after taking the product. Generally, the supplement is associated with mostly negative reviews. Another disadvantage of LeanBean is that it is only available from the official website of the manufacturer. Besides, you need to purchase three-months supply to get the 90-day money-back guarantee. Besides, the product is pricier than other fat burners available on the market. Without proper functioning and proven safety, Leanbean cannot be recommended to usage.

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