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Slim Shots
Appetite control without side effects.
BACKGROUND
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If you're looking to curb your appetite, now you can take a shot. Slim Shots triggers the body's natural appetite control mechanism, also known as the ileal brake, satisfying users for long periods of time and in turn, allowing them to eat less, without sacrificing or depriving themselves of tasty foods. You can drink Slim Shots by itself or mix it with your favorite food or drink.
For the best results, you take two shots a day (20 calories each) the first week, then after that, just once during breakfast. Slim Shots is supposed to start working a couple hours after you take it. It has no stimulants, so there are no jittery side effects.
The company rightly advises that you need to do Slim Shots in conjunction with a balanced diet and exercise.
PRO
- The Slim Shots website offers clinical studies
- It doesn't act like a cure all, stating that you need to live a healthy lifestyle as well
- Convenient cups travel with you
- No side effects
CON
- Slim Shot is not FDA approved
- There isn't a clear and concise idea of how it actually works, doesn't give specifics about how the ingredients affect change
- Each shot contains 20 calories
- Ingredient Phenylalanine (50% of aspartame), can have dangerous effects for diabetics and those with ADD/ADHD
- Should not be taken by those patients with PKU
INGREDIENTS
Slim Shots contains natural oat, palm oil, artificial vanilla flavor, sweetener, aspartame (Phenylalanine) and beta carotene color.
Phenylalanine makes of 50% of aspartame, an artificial sweetner commonly used in diet products. ADD/ADHD patients and diabetics may experience negative side effects as a result of consuming this ingredient. Those with PKU, or at risk for PKU, should avoid Phenylalanine as it can cause brain damage or even death.
EXERCISE
Unlike many other supplement websites, the Slim Shots site gives relatively in-depth nutritional advice. The exercise advice is very rudimentary: Commit to work out three times a week for 30 to 45 minutes. It also advises that you join a fitness class or devise a home workout routine that incorporates both aerobic and strength training.
CONCLUSION
The editorial tone on the Slim Shots website doesn't lead you to believe that the company is in the snake oil business. There are clinical studies posted, and good advice about how you should eat and exercise. Even though the language is not over-hyped, there still is some question as to how Slim Shots actually works.
Ultimately, it's up to the consumer to decide if it's worth, um, a shot.
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User Feedback
(Page 18 of 27, 525 total comments)Ada Cruz
It's been a while since I have taken Slim shot, it's done wonders to me, and that is why I lost count of how long I have taken it, I feel much sexier and slimmer, I'm not always hungry, and my husband even notice it. The taste is aweful, but that's like taking a shot of liquar (lol), the taste goes away, because I take this in the middle of a meal and then it goes away, I do feel one thing; my mouth is always dry, but that gives me the excuse to drink plenty of water. So far so good for me !
posted Jan 1st, 2009 5:46 pmJen
I have read all the reviews and think there must be something to this since most people like it and notice a change in appetite.
posted Dec 29th, 2008 9:56 pmI am just wondering if you could take the palm and oat oils rather than the slim shots. I'm sure Health Food stores have them.
Has anybody else thought about this, or even tried it?
Gina
I've had really good luck with this product. From the first shot I took I noticed a decrease in appetite. They don't taste great but if you "shoot" it really quick and follow with water.. No problem! They work really well and I've NO adverse side effects of any kind.
posted Dec 29th, 2008 7:59 pmTricia Kutsch
I've been pleasantly surprised with slimshots. It does control my appetite and I have no side effects.
posted Dec 23rd, 2008 11:02 amMisty
Day 2. I only ended up taking 1 yesterday. I did get hungry while making dinner, but that was really due to the fact I was eating later than usual. I stayed in control and slept well. Took one this AM and feel great. I will definitely take a second one around dinner time. I find that the effects work for me right away. Will post after weekend is over to see if I'm still with this. So far, incredible how it kills the appetite!!!!
posted Dec 19th, 2008 9:46 amMisty
Today is my first day with the slimshots and I was really bracing myself for some horrific experience with the taste. I must be easy to please, because I actually liked the taste. Kind of reminded me of macadamia nuts. (must be the palm oil). Anyway, it is mid-morning and I am usually about starved by now and I'm sailing thru ok. I plan to eat a Lean Cuisine for lunch and take another one then if I need to, or I might wait till around 2pm. Let's see....maybe there is hope!
posted Dec 18th, 2008 9:26 amTracy
I have lost about 70 pounds in the last 3 years with no supplements. Just exercise and a healthy vegan diet.
posted Dec 11th, 2008 10:45 pmNow I need help. I'm 160 and I want to get down to 116-120. My hunger has been out of control and I'm eating more now. And my weight loss has slowed drastically and it's hard to stay motivated.
After reading all the positive reviews about Slim Shots, I got excited and went out and bought a box. I am very optimistic! If this can prevent me from eating a few extra hundred calories a day, not only will I get to my goal weight fast, I will also save money!!
I start Slim Shots tomorrow! I will update my progress in a week. Stay tuned!!
Beth
Tastes awful (kind of like play-doh!), but worked well. I haven't been very hungry and didn't graze or overeat tonight, so...so far, so good. I can get over the taste for the rewards. I just sucked on a peppermint after wards and that helped ease the taste.
posted Dec 10th, 2008 11:20 pmelizabeth
I tried slimshots and hated it! First off, it tastes nasty! I actually gagged. Then, I felt sick to my stomach (which could have been because the taste stayed in my mouth for 5 hours despite the fact that I was chewing gum.) and i was super shakey. I guess I don't know if it worked or not, because I can't take it because of the taste! Don't waste your money.
posted Dec 9th, 2008 12:04 amGladys
It does work. This is only my second day using it. I take one for breakfast and I wasn't craving that donut that I usually eat in the morning. I took another one before lunch, and I still felt full and only had a small salad versus a large one. And regarding the taste it doen't taste bad to me, it actually taste pretty good.
posted Dec 5th, 2008 1:34 pmGladys
It does work. This is only my second day using it. I take one for breakfast and I wasn't craving that donut that I usually eat in the morning. I took another one before lunch, and I still felt full and only had a small salad versus a large one. And regarding the taste it doen't taste bad to me, it actually taste pretty good.
posted Dec 5th, 2008 1:34 pmChristine
After reading peoples reviews I was skeptical, but I picked some up at the drug store and it DOES help. It doesnt make you lose your appetite like other products, but it helps take the edge off and thats what I need at work. I tend to snack when im sitting around a lot and now I can actually tell myself "no" rather than pick at candies and stuff because I cant help myself! :) So yes, I would recommend it if you're a 'snacker' and need to get rid of the habit...
posted Dec 4th, 2008 1:10 pmKim
This is my second day trying slim shots. The taste isn't that bad to me and I didn't graze all afternoon and evening like I normally do. I plan to keep using it to see what the results will be. I also try to walk 2 miles 3-4 days a week. Hopefully this will be the answer I've been looking for too!
posted Dec 3rd, 2008 11:50 amkandace
I just started today and going throught reading all these reviews really makes me feel good! i took a shot at lunch and i went runnning after. usually after lunch i run and after im done im starving again. Not today!! i dont think its a mind thing becasue i thought about eating and how it would be good but my stomache just feels full! so i hope they continue to work! oh and the taste is not bad. very tollerable!
posted Dec 1st, 2008 5:56 pmmelissa
it don't work at all. whoever made this product it was with the intention of stealing people's money with their little scam. it sounds like a deal but it is not when you first buy it, after you give them your credit card they send you more and more and they get your money weather you want the product or not, so please don't be part of it.
posted Dec 1st, 2008 1:45 pmAndrea
The taste is not bad, for some may be acquired...BUT....this is for people who OVER EAT....it works great for that, you're not supposed to try to eat a carrot and be naive enough to think that will be enough, it doesn't work like that, fix your regular food, get a plate of your normal meal and see how quickly you get that 'full" feeling...yes, you should eat healthy, but healthy still means to have your food groups including protien especially, not just carrots or celery, get real.
posted Nov 30th, 2008 12:38 pmThrow in some walking 3 times a week and you'll notice a difference in your body and overall feeling of health.....it takes 2-3 hours to really work, so for breakfast, have a cup of coffee, pop it in there....go get ready for work....then actually eat your breakfast.....good luck everyone.
Andrea Dudley
Love it......"helps" control cravings while also giving me a full feeling before I can even finish my plate of food keeping me from over eating while I ALWAYS have done.
posted Nov 30th, 2008 12:30 pmamooragirl
I'm 25 and after a couple kids im having a hard time getting my body back. I hope this works. I'm exited to try it. This is my first day and i really hope it works as i have tried everything to lose these last 30 pounds.
posted Nov 27th, 2008 9:48 amzee
it realy works i lost 3kg in 3 days i use to eat al day long but now i dont feel hungry no more junk fod for me
posted Nov 26th, 2008 6:20 amdidra
very good information!
posted Nov 25th, 2008 12:11 pm