Herbalife products: harm proven!

Herbalife health products make staying healthy easier by providing the body with the targeted nutritional support it needs. The Herbalife Institute of Nutrition and the American Society of Nutrition (ASN) organized a symposium for nutrition and health professionals entitled "The Global Nutrition Transition and immune function: problems of overnutrition and undernutrition among vulnerable populations.” The symposium was a satellite event held during the ASN Scientific Sessions at the Experimental Biology Conference in Chicago.

Composition and options for Herbalife cocktails

Endocrinologist Tatyana Rybakova
Fructose can be seen as a sweetener in Herbalife products. Despite the fact that this sugar substitute is suitable for diabetics, fructose in dietary supplements has a detrimental effect on the endocrine system. It is especially noticeable how harmful this product is at the moment when the patient stops taking Herbalife.

People often come to me with complaints that while they were using supplements, weight disappeared, but as soon as they stopped doing this, the kilograms grew rapidly and, sometimes, the figure doubled. This happens because the functioning of the endocrine system is completely disrupted. The body gets used to the “helper” in the person of Herbalife and stops coping with weight loss on its own.

This is just a small part of the problems that patients come to me with. Often girls complain that their cycle disappears. It’s not surprising, because losing weight with Herbalife will be successful only if you follow a low-carb diet.

Nutrition should be balanced. If the female body does not receive enough fats and carbohydrates, this immediately causes hormonal imbalance. Losing weight quickly with Herbalife, but restoring your cycle is a very long process.

Endocrinologist Liliya Korneeva

Herbalife products are not intended to suppress appetite. Many, counting on a miraculous effect, “fill in” their hunger with cocktails. After some time, such actions will lead to problems with the stomach, kidneys and liver and, of course, with the endocrine system.

The fact is that it is impossible to get enough of liquid food. Accordingly, it will not be possible to deceive the stomach. Against this background, hormonal imbalance occurs in the body in both men and women.

To minimize damage to the endocrine system, it is important to understand the following information:

• Protein in any product does not lead to active weight loss. This substance prevents breakdowns and delivers beneficial substances to the body.
• Protein shakes are drunk only as an addition to the diet, and not instead of it.
• The high calorie content of Herbalife products is due solely to their nutritional properties. That is why it is not recommended to “sit” only on cocktails or snacks. There should be other foods in the diet.
• Protein mixtures promote weight loss, but do not guarantee that the lost weight will return after stopping the course.

It's good if the heart and brain are not affected. I strongly recommend that you read the contraindications on the manufacturers' website before planning to purchase any of these products.

Member of the National Society of Endocrinologists Galina Lavrentieva

I won’t say that the opinion of endocrinologists on this drug is unanimous. The impressive list of contraindications that every third overweight person has causes mistrust.

You should especially pay attention to the following disadvantages:

• any diseases associated with the functioning of the heart and blood vessels;
• suffered a heart attack or stroke;
• high blood pressure;
• diabetes;
• pancreatitis or cholecystitis;
• gastritis or stomach ulcer;
• nervous system disorder;
• disturbances in the functioning of the endocrine system;
• tendency to constipation.

This is what awaits those who are not prepared to take this weight loss product. Hormonal disruptions and significant disturbances in the functioning of the endocrine system, coupled with rapid addiction (due to ephedrine), will cause more harm than we get from excess weight.

Endocrinologist of the highest category Lidiya Vaseva

Micro (vitamins and minerals) and macronutrients (proteins, fats, carbohydrates) must be supplied to the body every day in the required quantities and only from high-quality products, and not from “food waste”. Small doses of macronutrients can ensure full functioning and healthy development of the body. If this balance is not maintained, the functioning of the immune and endocrine systems will be disrupted.

Unfortunately, few are willing to maintain this balance, and when it comes to obesity, they immediately rush to buy dietary supplements. It would be good if this product turns out to be Herbalife, known to the world for more than 30 years, and not dubious drugs with unstudied components.

The products of this company contain all the necessary nutrients. Among the patients, it was noted that taking the drug under the supervision of a doctor gives positive results: blood sugar levels decrease, weakness and hormonal imbalance disappear.

If you can’t get everything you need from food, some of the harmful foods can be replaced with Herlife, but only within reasonable limits.

Endocrinologist Leonid Kabanov

It is important to remember that Herbalife is not a medicine, but a dietary supplement, which is a simplified complex of complete nutrition. Despite the fact that all the components are natural and organic, however, they often cause undesirable effects, for example, disruption of calcium metabolism.

Lack or excess of calcium in the body is the first and main problem that Herbalife users face. Patients who decide to take this remedy on their own come to endocrinologists when faced with the first signs of hyper- or hypocalcemia: fever, vomiting, fatigue, bone pain, hair loss and brittle nails.

I think it's much safer to reconsider your eating habits. The fact is that obesity can be caused by hormonal imbalance. Before buying all kinds of dietary supplements, including Herbalife, it is better to consult an endocrinologist. The reasons why excess weight appears: diabetes, thyroid dysfunction or hormonal imbalance.

Let's sum it up

Herbalife products contain a good formula to promote weight loss or weight maintenance. However, a misconception about the effect of the drug can lead to problems with the endocrine system. To prevent this from happening, you should carefully study the information about the drug.

Have you used Herbalife products? What is your opinion about this product?

The drink has a balanced composition, which is ideal for the normal functioning of the body. According to the composition indicated on the packaging of the cocktail, it contains about 17 g of soy protein. It is more easily absorbed by the body and has the necessary amino acids. It also does not cause allergies, unlike animals.

Soy protein is rich in microelements such as phosphorus, calcium, potassium and magnesium. All of them are very important for the full functioning of the body.

The manufacturer claims that the Herbalife cocktail contains the ideal proportion of vitamins, microelements, fats (6 g), proteins and carbohydrates (21-24 g), which help you feel full for a long time. The unique composition has components, including about 20 vitamins, for example, groups B, K, PP, A, C, E, D, fiber.

By eating these cocktails, you can not only lose excess weight, but also significantly improve the condition of your hair, skin, nails, and digestive system. The immune system is strengthened and toxins are eliminated.

According to the manufacturer, only natural products and environmentally friendly sources are used to make cocktails. Today there are several flavors of the drink:

• Strawberry or fruit with various fillings.
• Cappuccino gives you energy, and fiber improves the functioning of the stomach and intestines.
• “Protein” can be prepared in a couple of minutes. It saturates perfectly for a long time.
• Protein Formula 3. The mixture is intended to be a complete meal. It contains approximately 383.3 kcal per serving.

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Herbalife reviews

The Herbalife cocktail collects mostly positive reviews from customers. The most important thing when using this dietary supplement is to follow the instructions and continue to work on yourself. If you rely on the drink to do everything itself, you will never achieve the desired result. Most of the people surveyed who used the Formula 1 diet note that the cocktail can really replace a meal. After it you don’t feel like eating for a long time; it provides enough energy for office or any other quiet city work or household chores. The process of losing weight with this drink is accelerated by 2-3 times, depending on a person’s metabolism.

Negative reviews about the product are most often associated with the fact that the cocktail was consumed without following an accompanying diet (there were several meals of fatty, unhealthy food in addition to the drink itself). Also, problems with the cocktail arose among people who work in hard work (factories, mines) - they simply did not have enough energy for a full day of work.

Herbalife is not a panacea for all problems, but it is an effective method for speeding up the process of losing weight. If you drink the drink according to the instructions, after consulting with a nutritionist, and combine a diet with moderate exercise, the result will not be long in coming.

How does it work

The process of losing weight with the Herbalife cocktail is due to the action of beneficial components. Each of them has its own positive impact:

• Stomach peristalsis is normalized and toxins that interfere with metabolism are eliminated thanks to fiber.
• Vitamin C strengthens the immune system.
• The water-salt balance is normalized due to the potassium in the composition.
• The condition of hair, nails and skin improves thanks to vitamin A.
• Carbohydrate-fat metabolism is normalized thanks to folic acid.
• Metabolism is stimulated due to iron and vitamin E.
• Pantothenic acid is involved in skin cell renewal.
• The antioxidants included in the composition protect against free radicals.

The cocktail provides satiety for a long time, but due to its low calorie content (1200 - 1400 kcal), the body has to use up its reserves.

Description of the main Herbalife products

Herbalife products are divided into nutritional supplements and care products to maintain external beauty. The most popular drugs:

• Formula 1. Protein shake is the main product of any Herbalife weight loss program. Due to its high protein content, the Herbalife shake is rich in nutritional properties and is beneficial not only for those who want to reduce their waist size, but also for strengthening muscle mass. One serving contains 50% of the daily dose of vitamins and only 98 kcal;
• Formula 2. This Herbalife vitamin complex is available in tablet form. Due to its fortified composition, the product tends to normalize the functioning of the digestive system and strengthen the immune system;
• Formula 3. Food supplement in powder form. The product fully satisfies the body’s daily need for amino acids and improves protein digestibility;
• Cellular activator. The beneficial properties of Herbalife biological supplements are due to an improvement in metabolic rate and activation of processes responsible for increasing performance;
• Aloe concentrate. An indispensable product for cleaning the gastrointestinal tract;
• Thermojetics. The product is an activator of fat burning processes in the body and is available in the form of a drink or tablets.

In addition to nutritional supplements, Herbalife offers a large selection of products with caring properties - face masks, body creams, shampoos and hair conditioners.

The benefits and harms of the Herbalife line for the endocrine system

In addition to protein and fiber, shakes, bars and supplements include essential vitamins and minerals. To understand how beneficial or harmful the Herbalife line can be, it is enough to take a closer look at some of the main components.

The first ingredient on the list is

. Soy does contain important nutrients and is responsible for several health benefits. However, there is a lot of controversy about the consequences of taking this type of protein.

Estrogen-like chemicals in soy affect hormonal balance and may even cause cancer. Herbalife still uses soy protein, even though alternatives such as pea whey protein have long been available.

In addition, long-term use of protein leads to problems with the endocrine system - disruption of the adrenal glands and thyroid gland. An excess of protein is dangerous for girls, as it leads to hormonal imbalance. Long-term consumption of protein provokes gout and prostatitis in men.

Cellulose

Definitely a big plus

. But the problem is that fiber, which enters the body in liquid form, does not keep you feeling full. The feeling of hunger quickly returns after drinking one of Herbalife's cocktails.

Many people trying to lose weight fail to control cravings, a simple habit to overcome. Appetite suppressants such as fiber are helpful, but only in solid form. Read more about reviews on the use of fiber for weight loss separately.

Caffeine and ephedrine

These natural substances of plant origin are often added to weight loss products. They stimulate the central nervous system, increasing pulse/pressure and constricting blood vessels. The calculation is that an increase in body temperature accelerates metabolic processes and, accordingly, lipid catabolism.

• insomnia;
• nausea;
• lethargy;

• physical dependence;
• nervous exhaustion;
• aggressive behavior.

Caffeine and ephedrine, enhancing each other's effects, cause significant problems in the functioning of the cardiovascular system. Besides,

caffeine

capable of leaching large quantities

calcium

from the body, which leads to diseases such as

hypocalcemia

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Weight loss is a global trend in recent years, often reaching the level of obsession. And people are ready to resort to any method advertised in the media, or based on reviews from acquaintances and friends/relatives of these acquaintances, who, thanks to miraculous mixtures and pills, lost extra pounds in the shortest possible time.

One of these products is Herbalife, which has been on the market since 1980 and has managed to gain great popularity in many countries. But few people think about whether Herbalife products are really useful? In this article we will try to reveal the whole truth about this product and find out whether it brings harm or benefit to the body.

The truth about Herbalife

The manufacturing company offers programs aimed at weight loss and control, which include various dietary supplements, cocktails, cosmetics for face and body skin care, energy bars that are aimed at weight loss, appetite control and metabolism acceleration.

Indeed, many note its effectiveness and the fact that they really help lose weight. But, having carefully studied the reviews of those who took Herbalife products, we come to the conclusion that among the consequences is addiction, and the fact that if you stop taking it, the kilograms return. In addition, the products are far from cheap, and losing weight “on Herbalife” is very expensive.

Another fact that casts doubt on the advisability of taking this drug is the recommendation to adhere to proper nutrition and exercise physical activity in order to achieve the most significant results from taking it. But, as you know, such actions in themselves are aimed at ensuring that the body will get rid of fat even without a miracle drug.

Also, in the history of the company, there have been more than once precedents when harmful elements were found in the composition, such as the dangerous appetite suppressant substance ephedrine. Further, many Herbalife products contain caffeine, soy and proteins, which can be hazardous to health, especially for allergy sufferers, especially since the quality of these components can be safely questioned.

Everyone has to make their own choice, but think about whether it’s worth experimenting with your health by using different chemicals, or whether there are natural, natural and more affordable products to achieve your goal.

Herbalife - benefit or harm? The whole truth about Herbalife! Almost every potential client of mine asks the same questions at the first meeting.

Are Herbalife products safe?

Do they have quality certificates?

Do the ingredients match what is written on the label?

There is only one answer to all these questions - YES!

The safety, quality and effectiveness of Herbalife products are GUARANTEED. Over the 30 years of its existence on the market, the company has made millions of investments:

• into people;
• in production processes;
• into the latest technologies;
• to clinical laboratories for research.

The company fully controls the entire production process - from growing products to their delivery to the consumer.

Products with this name appeared on the domestic market back in the 90s. Then, due to their novelty and foreign name, these dietary supplements gained enormous popularity, because even in those hard years, every woman dreamed of an ideal figure.

But did the consumption of an unknown product bring benefit or what harm did it cause? Unfortunately, we will never know.

According to information on the company's official website, Herbalife is a complex of dietary supplements (dietary supplements) that help people who are overweight lose weight.

Among other things, the manufacturers wrote that anyone can lose weight, even without dieting and physical activity...

In fact, such information is alarming, since everyone has long known that sport is life, and also that it is impossible to lose weight if you do not close your mouth in time.

So Herbalife products may be suitable as an auxiliary product, but they are unlikely to be used as an independent “fat burner”. So let's try to understand what Herbalife is and why it should bring such incredible results.

So, the full list of products looks like this:

1. Cell activator is a dietary supplement that helps improve metabolism, increase the absorption of nutrients and reduce appetite.
2. Thermokomplit is an invigorating herbal tea that helps improve performance, activate metabolic processes in the body, maintain a feeling of fullness for a long time and accelerate fat burning.
3. Thermojetics drink, which is sold as an invigorating, low-calorie fitness tonic.
4. A cleansing program that includes 21 types of herbs, lactobacilli and enzymes that help to gently cleanse the intestines and at the same time restore its microflora. In other words, it is a mild laxative.
5. Activated fiber, which is a plant fiber that helps cleanse the body, improve digestion, reduce lipid absorption, maintain a feeling of fullness, and control calories and food volume.
6. Ceel-u-loss. A mix of herbs and vitamins that helps remove toxins and waste from the body, restore water balance, eliminate the appearance of cellulite and smooth the skin in problem areas.
7. NRG tablets. A food supplement that energizes, tones, increases stamina and performance.

Indeed, according to the description, the product does not contain any serious drugs, so it will not cause harm to health. The main thing is not to run headlong to buy everything at once.

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History of the Herbalife company

In 1980, a young American, Mark Hughes, created a brand called Herbalife. He was prompted to take this step by a personal tragedy associated with the death of his mother from abuse of weight loss pills. In those years, it was fashionable to mix weight loss products with narcotic substances, allowing you to go without food for a long time. However, this weight loss scheme did not pass without a trace and did more harm than good. Then the young and ambitious Mark decides to create a healthy product based on herbal ingredients, full of miraculous properties and working without exhausting diets. The product was named “Herbalife”: from the Latin root herba – “herb” and the English root life – “life”. The protein shake from the “herbs of life” Formula 1 became the first officially registered product of Herbalife. Initially, sales of the new product took place directly from the entrepreneur’s car, in which he delivered it to neighbors and nearby areas. This approach helped ensure the sales of Herbalife without additional waste of initial capital on advertising and attracting employees. A series of smart marketing decisions, entrepreneurial talent and useful connections with people producing products for a healthy lifestyle allowed Mark Hughes to build an entire multi-million dollar empire on the global problem of weight loss.

Contraindications

The manufacturer claims that there are no cases when the drink should not be consumed. However, even the most natural products have contraindications. So doctors agree on the opposite. First of all, the contraindication is individual intolerance to the components and allergies to them.

Besides,

• disorders of the heart and blood vessels;
• high blood pressure;
• nervous diseases;
• pregnancy and lactation.

Therefore, before taking a cocktail, it is important to talk with your doctor about the advisability and safety of this weight loss product. Frequent users complained of excessive excitability, headaches, sleep disturbances and pressure changes.

Overdose

Herbalife for weight loss (patient reviews can be positive and negative) in exceptional cases provokes an overdose. Patients report nausea and bouts of vomiting that occur several times a day.

In addition, the remedy can lead to the appearance of a small rash throughout the body, severe itching and burning, and swelling of the mucous membranes of the throat. Additionally, the patient is concerned about allergic rhinitis and lacrimation. If such symptoms appear, you should immediately stop taking the cocktail and visit a doctor for treatment.

How to take a protein shake for weight loss

This type of drink will only work in combination with a balanced diet. To do this, it is important to diversify your diet with vegetables, fruits, and protein foods, namely meat, fish, and seafood.

You need to cook without oil and spices, without frying. Acceptable technologies would be stewing, steaming, grilling, baking or boiling. It is also advisable to reduce the amount of salt and pepper.

Sweets, pastries, sugar, fatty and fried foods are completely excluded from the menu. You cannot eat processed foods or drink soda.

During the day you need to have three meals, between which there will be light snacks with fruits, dairy products or whole grain bread. And just like that, a protein shake should be two of the three main meals. It is also necessary to remember about the drinking regime. It is important to drink at least 1.5 liters of plain water per day.

Application

It is used to reduce the volume of a person’s stomach and stimulate the natural process of weight loss.
The main property of cocktails is considered to be the ability to saturate the body with necessary substances, while suppressing an acute feeling of hunger after training or a long break after the last meal. Additionally, the product stimulates metabolic processes and has a detoxifying effect.

Main indications for use:

• The presence of extra pounds in small quantities.
• Digestive disorders as a result of overeating.
• Mild to moderate obesity.
• Stool disorders or frequent constipation.
• Irresistible cravings for unhealthy foods, for example, fast food, confectionery, carbonated drinks.
• Inability to lose weight as a result of metabolic disorders.

In addition, the product can be used by professional athletes who build muscle mass, as well as people who want to replenish vitamin and mineral deficiencies. The product is considered useful and rarely provokes negative reactions.

Herbalife for weight loss (reviews from some patients indicate the uselessness of the product) can be used by people of different genders and ages, but only if there are strict indications and there are no contraindications.

For adults

Patients over 18 years of age are prescribed Herbalife after a preliminary diagnostic examination. The product in the form of a soluble powder can be dissolved in skim milk, juice or plain water. Experts recommend that after adding the product to the liquid, place the entire composition in a blender, where the mass will mix well.

To prepare 1 serving you will need 350 ml of liquid (juice, milk, water) and 2 tbsp. l. dry powder. After whipping the mass, you can consume it in small sips.

You can use the prepared composition in the morning and evening. It is better to replace the main meal with it, since in combination with other products consumed at the same time as the cocktail, the effect will be insignificant. Patients who have a slight amount of excess weight should not take 2 servings of the cocktail per day. It is enough to replace dinner with 1 portion of the composition.

The duration of the weight loss course is 4-8 weeks. During this time, it is necessary not only to take a cocktail, but also to adhere to the principles of a healthy lifestyle. Confectionery, smoked meats and baked goods should be excluded from the menu. You should not eat marinades, fried foods and canned food, as well as pickled vegetables.

The minimum amount of water consumed per day should be 1.5 liters. If a person’s weight exceeds 100 kg, the daily water intake increases to 2-2.5 liters. The best effect is achieved by performing physical exercises while taking a protein shake. This will help distribute calories correctly and also improve muscle condition.

However, people with a lot of extra pounds should not perform strength exercises associated with lifting weights. It is better to give preference to swimming, fitness or gymnastics, and also walk more.

In addition, experts recommend reducing the daily portion of food 7-10 days after starting to use the product. This will gradually make your stomach smaller and reduce the amount of food you consume in a natural and safe way.

If after 2 months of taking the drug there is no effect, you should visit a specialist and undergo additional examination. Perhaps the cocktail does not bring results due to its poor absorption in the body.

For pregnant

Reviews from women who used the product during pregnancy are in most cases negative.

This is due to the fact that during pregnancy the body of the woman and the unborn child requires sufficient amounts of all vitamins and minerals. When the amount of food is reduced by consuming a protein shake, the intrauterine development of the fetus is disrupted and the woman’s condition worsens.

During lactation, the drug is also contraindicated, as it can provoke allergic reactions in the child.

For the elderly

Patients over 60 years of age are not recommended to use the product. Old age is not an absolute contraindication for use, but patient experience proves that losing weight in this way is almost impossible.

This is due to deterioration of the digestive tract and disruption of the absorption of components. People under 60 years of age are prescribed 2 servings of the cocktail per day for 6-10 weeks. The composition should be prepared according to the same scheme as for use at a young age.

Elderly patients are also recommended to adhere to the principles of a healthy lifestyle, adjust their diet and drink more fluids.

You should not use it if you are intolerant to any of the components of the composition.

There are other contraindications:

• Severe disorders of the digestive tract.
• Acute and chronic kidney pathologies.
• Vascular diseases, for example, uncontrolled arterial hypertension, atherosclerotic changes.
• Diabetes mellitus type 1.
• Pathologies of the thyroid gland.
• Malignant neoplasms of the abdominal organs.
• Severe heart disease with regular relapses.
• Mental and nervous disorders.

In addition, you should not take the cocktail during the recovery period after surgery on the digestive system, as well as after suffering a myocardial infarction or ischemic stroke.

Contraindications to taking Herbalife medications

There is no official information about contraindications on the packaging of Herbalife products. Despite this, any diet that includes Herbalife products can be harmful to health. For this reason there are some restrictions. You should avoid using Herbalife nutritional supplements:

• Minors;
• Elderly over 60 years of age;
• Pregnant and lactating;
• With liver or kidney pathology;
• In case of nervous disorders;
• For diabetes mellitus;
• Problems with blood clotting;
• High blood pressure.

Important! In case of individual intolerance, you should also stop using Herbalife products. A large number of herbal components contained in the company's product line can cause allergic reactions and cause irreparable harm to the body.