Update 7/10/20. Plexus Slim is billed as an “affordable weight management product” that boasts “no ill side effects” based on “extensive clinical research.” Impressive, but does PlexusSlim work or is it a scam? And does it really have no side effects? I was tipped off to Plexus Slim by one of the readers of this website. After looking at its ingredients, I wanted to write a review of Plexus Slim because of the words used to describe the product and because Plexus Slim seemed to have ingredients that I have never heard of before. Let's see what we can discover about this weight loss drink. Also read my review of the Plexus Accelerator Plus (Accelerator +) and Plexus Boost, Plexus ProBio5 and Plexus Hunger Control after you read this, for additional information.
Update: The formula for Plexus Slim was changed a bit since this review was written so also read the review of the new plexus slim formula.
Who Makes Plexus Slim?
According to the Better Business Bureau, the company that makes Plexus Slim – Plexus Worldwide Inc. – was started in 2005 in Arizona. The address of the company is 7440 E. Karen Dr. #400, Scottsdale, AZ 85260.
Update. PlexusWorldWide.com, the company website, now lists this corporate address: 15649 N. Greenway Hayden Loop Scottsdale, AZ 85260. Googling this address shows a large building that says “Plexus Slim” on the outside. That's good.
Update. The Better Business Bureau now lists this address for the company: 9145 E Pima Center Pkwy Scottsdale, AZ 85258-4627
The BBB gives Plexus Slim a rating of “A+” See the BBB file for updates and other information.
To buy Plexus Slim it looks like you either have to buy it from the company or through a PlexusSlim distributor. They call Plexus Slim distributors “Ambassadors“. On the Plexus Slim website, they have a calendar of Plexus Slim events.
These events serve not only to sell Plexus Slim but also to recruit new Ambassadors. Plexus Slim has a multi-level marketing (MLM) aspect to it.
I have no problem with MLM. If the product is reputable, MLM allows people to make an income which can be significant.
Plexus Slim Nutrition Information
In an effort to keep this review up to date, here are the ingredients in Plexus Slim as they appeared in 2016. According to the label shown on the product website, each packet of Plexus Slim has the following nutrition information and ingredients:
| Ingredient | Amount Per Serving | Percent Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 calories | |
| Total Carbohydrdate | 3 grams | 1% DV |
| Chromium Polynicotinate | 200 micrograms | 167% DV |
| Plexus Slim Blend (composed of the following) | 530 mg | N/A |
| Garcinia Cambogia Fruit Extract | ||
| Green Coffee Bean Extract | ||
| Alpha Lipoic Acid |
In the table above, N/A means no daily value established.
Each of the ingredients will be summarized below. I will leave in the summaries of the ingredients present in the original plexus slim formula too to help others doing their own research.
See the review of the new plexus slim formula too.
Plexus Slim Ingredients
Polydextrose
This is a type of soluble fiber. In theory, this might help weight loss since it has no calories and is a type of fiber. Polydextrose might cause gas and bloating.
Citric Acid
In some products, citric acid is used as a preservative and to enhance flavor. While it naturally occurs in citrus fruits, its use in foods/ supplements may be from natural or synthetic means.
Beet Root
If Plexus Slim uses the entire beetroot, the fiber content of the beetroot might help foster some weight loss because it adds bulk to the stomach contents. That said, I can't locate any evidence that beetroot helps people lose weight. The product label states the beetroot is to give the product color. Beets do have a red color. Beetroot probably contributes to the pink color of the product.
Beets and beetroot juice have gotten attention from the scientific community because of their ability to raise nitric oxide, a compound that can relax blood vessels, allowing blood to more easily travel through the body. See my review of SuperBeets for more on this topic.
Grape Skin Extract
Grape skin contains phytonutrients such as proanthocyanidins and proanthocyanidins which act as antioxidants. While this is very good, does grape skin extract help people lose weight? Other than having some fiber (which might act as a laxative) I can't find any proof that it does.
Update. I'm told Plexus Slim no longer contains grape skin extract
Lo Han Extract
The scientific name for this ingredient is Siraitia grosvenorii. This is also called “lou han guo” and “monk fruit.” By either name, it's often used as a sweetener. This ingredient, like steveia below, is likely added for flavoring.
Stevia
This is a sweetener. Some supplement companies may call it by another name -“rebaudioside A.”
Stevia is added to many low-calorie foods. In theory, using low calorie (or no-calorie) sweeteners might help weight loss but I'm not sure if this is the answer. There are MANY low-calorie foods and beverages on the US market, yet Americans are not slimmer than they were, say, in the 1980s.
Natural Flavors
They don't tell us what these natural flavors are. To be fair, most companies don't. They don't have to under the law. Regardless, I doubt any of them play a role in weight loss.
Green Coffee Bean
This is also called Chlorogenic Acid. One study published in 2010 noted that chlorogenic acid helped weight loss and increased fat burning when in rats that were fed a high-fat diet (37% of calories from fat).
This is interesting even though it's a rat study. Another rat study also noted that mulberries (which also contain chlorogenic acid) helped the weight loss. But was it the chlorogenic acid – or all the other stuff mulberries?
In one small study 16 overweight people were given either a placebo or different amounts of green coffee extract (which contains chlorogenic acid) at either 700 mg or 1050 mg day for 6 weeks (each person was given each treatment for 6 weeks).
People getting the green coffee extract (both dosage amounts) were shown to have significant reductions in body weight, body mass and percent body fat compared to placebo. The type of green coffee extract used in this study was supplied by Applied Food Sciences Inc.
Retracted
It sounds great BUT, the study has been “retracted.” This means it should not be considered as evidence due to errors with how the study was performed. In the words of the authors, the study was retracted because the authors could not “assure the validity of the data.” Click here to read the retraction.
See the Green Bean Coffee Review for more information.
See the weight loss supplement scam review.
Rosmarinic Acid
This is a plant chemical found in many herbs, including rosemary. This is probably where Rosmarinic Acid gets its name from. Rosmarinic acid has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. I was unable to find any studies showing that Rosmarinic Acid helps weight loss in humans or animals.
Hydroxycinnamic Acid
This compound is an antioxidant but whether or not it contributes to weight loss needs further study.
Garcinia Cambogia
This was originally called “Citrin K” when I first reviewed Plexus Slim. Garcinia cambogia is found in MANY weight loss supplements because of some research that it might reduce appetite and help weight loss. Right now, I think all anyone can say is maybe it works or maybe it doesn't work.
In this study, 500 mg of garcinia Cambogia did not help people lose weight. I mention this because if this study is correct, then it might take more than 500 mg of garcinia Cambogia if it's going to work. The entire proprietary blend in Plexus Slim adds up to 530 mg. While Garcinia Cambogia is the first ingredient listed – which presumably means it makes up the most of the blend – how much that equates to, I cannot say.
See the Garcinia Cambogia review
Also, read the review of supplements linked to liver failure.
Alpha-lipoic Acid
This is an antioxidant and it helps it turn carbs into energy. It can also help regenerate other antioxidants, which is pretty snazzy.
There are a few studies of alpha-lipoic acid and weight loss. In one study, alpha-lipoic acid was randomly given to 360 obese people for 20 weeks. Half got a placebo and half got alpha-lipoic acid (either 1200 mg/day or 1800 
mg per day). Those getting alpha-lipoic acid lost more weight than those who got the placebo. Basically, people lose about 2% of their body mass.
In another study, 1127 overweight people were given 800 mg of alpha-lipoic acid a day for 4 months. This study noted that alpha-lipoic acid, at the dosage given, helped people lose about 8% of their body weight over 4 months.
So if you were 200 pounds, alpha lipoic acid might help you lose about 200 x .08 = 16 pounds. That is a significant amount in my book.
One possible problem with this study though was that it doesn't appear that there was a placebo group to compare the weight loss too. I was also unable to determine (because I only read the summary of the study) if people combined alpha-lipoic acid with eating fewer calories (I think they might have ).
Alpha-lipoic acid is the last ingredient listed in the proprietary blend. As such, it likely makes up the least of the 530 mg total.
Oxypregnane Steroidal Glycoside
This is a pretty fancy name but you have heard of this stuff before. Oxypregnane steroidal glycoside – is just a fancy way of saying Hoodia! Here is a study that proves that both names mean the same thing.
I think they call it Oxypregnane steroidal glycoside because they are trying to make the product sound different and special. In reality, it's just hoodia Gordonii.
The other fancy name for hoodia is P57AS3 – you have probably seen this listed in other supplements as “P57“.
I've already reviewed hoodia and weight loss. Other supplements that I've reviewed previously that contain hoodia include the
For at least 10 years, hoodia Gordonii has been in more weight loss supplements than you can shake a stick at – but there is no good proof that hoodia supplements help people lose weight.
Study. Researchers gave hoodia or a placebo to 50 overweight people for 2 weeks. The people in the study were allowed to eat as much as they wanted from a menu provided by the researchers. Results: hoodia did not cause any weight loss.
While no serious side effects were reported, researchers did note that people who got hoodia had higher blood pressures and heart rates compared to people who got the placebo. Hoodia also seems to cause elevations in bilirubin and alkaline phosphatase. What caused these changes I do not know.
Update. Plexus slim no longer contains hoodia. See my review on the New Plexus Slim Formula for more info on how it has changed.
Chromium Polynicotinate
Plexus slim contains a type of chromium they call “amino nicotinate”. This is fancy talk for “chromium nicotinate”. (it is now called “chromium polynicotinate on the label).
You may have heard Dr. Oz talk about chromium polynicotinate on TV. I reviewed what Dr Oz had to say about this form of chromium and I am guessing that this is why Plexus Slim includes chromium nicotinate over the sometimes more popular, chromium picolinate.
Chromium may help lower blood sugar levels but as for its effects on weight loss, I am highly skeptical. For more on chromium, see my reviews of chromium weight loss research and chromium polynicotinate.
Blood Sugar Lowering Ingredients
As a quick reference, the following ingredients might reduce blood sugar:
- Alpha-lipoic acid
- Chromium nicotinate (now called chromium polynicotinate)
Fiber Ingredients
As a quick reference, the following ingredients all might add fiber to Plexus Slim:
- Polydextrose
- Grape skin (no longer in plexus slim) See my review of the new PS formula.
- Hoodia (maybe. no longer in Plexus Slim)
How Much Does Plexus Slim Cost?
One of the slogans for Plexus Slim is “At last, an affordable weight management product.” I guess that depends on how you define “affordable”. On the Plexus Slim website, they have different prices depending on whether you want to buy it just once or be billed each month automatically.
If you want to buy Plexus Slim one time only, its $84.95. If you want to be billed automatically at the 15th of each month, Plexus Slim is $79.95/ month.
Is Plexus Slim OK When Breast-Feeding?
Some women have wondered if they can take Plexus Slim while they are breastfeeding? That's not something I would recommend because if any of the ingredients in Plexus Slim pass into breast milk, then their baby will be getting those ingredients too.
I don't know for sure if any of the ingredients do get absorbed into breast milk, so I do recommend that women take the ingredients in Plexus Slim to their doctor to see if they can get a better answer.
How Much Caffeine?
The Plexus Slim Nutrition label states that it has less than 2% of naturally occurring caffeine. My guess is that the caffeine comes from the green coffee bean extract because this statement is listed next to the green coffee bean ingredient on the label. I'm not sure how much 2% natural caffeine equals.
Plexus Slim and ADHD
Since writing this review I've heard that this product may be marketed to help Attention Deficient Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). A search on Google reveals several testimonials from people saying that it helps. I became curious and searched for “Plexus ADHD research.” I searched Google for this phrase and I also searched the National Library of Medicine too.
I saw no clinical studies on this topic. Therefore, whether it Plexus helps ADHD or not is unknown as far as I can tell. Nobody appears to have undertaken the chore of taking this stuff into the lab and actually tried to really see if it helps or not.
The same thing also seems to be true for bipolar disorder and depression. I cannot find any evidence Plexus Slim directly helps either of these conditions either.
Having said that, lack of evidence doesn't necessarily mean something does not work. Rather, it just means that it seems that, other than testimonials (from people most of us don't know), there doesn't seem to be any good proof for it yet.
How To Contact Plexus Slim
PlexusWorldWide lists this contact phone number: 480-998-3490 which people can call 6 AM-6 PM (PST) Monday -Friday and 9 AM-2 PM (PST) on Saturday.
How To Return Plexus Slim
Plexus Slim products come with a 60-day money-back guarantee. For those who purchased from Plexus Ambassadors, contact that person for details on how to return the product, or call the company itself at 480-998-3490.
Does Plexus Slim Have Any Side Effects?
On the Q and A page of the Plexus Slim website (question 7) where it's asked: “Will Plexus Slim interfere or react with any medications or other supplements?” the makers say: ” No. Extensive clinical research has demonstrated no ill side effects with any medications or other supplements.”
Where is all the “extensive clinical research” on Plexus Slim? As far as I can tell, Plexus Slim has NEVER been tested in published studies to see if it interacts with any medication or health condition.
The only study I've seen on Plexus Slim is a summary of a study they show on their website. This is a study from 2008 where they gave the product to 8 people with type II diabetes. Yes, improvements were seen in blood sugar, body weight and other things, but this is not a published, peer reviewed study. As such, there is a lot we are not told about how this study was conducted. It may be the best study in the world, but if we can't see how it was conducted, then it can't be duplicated by other scientists.
That said, in healthy people, I think Plexus Slim (the pink drink product) is safe. Below are some theoretical side effects based on its ingredients.
Grape skin. Some components of grape skin might interfere with medications such as Coumadin (a blood thinner). I'm not aware of any human evidence of this, but because blood thinners can intact with many things, its best to talk to a doctor about this. Update. grape skin is no longer in plexus slim
Chlorogenic acid. This compound might raise homocysteine levels in humans. Homocysteine is a somewhat controversial molecule because some feel it might be linked to heart disease.
See my review of chlorogenic acid for more info.
Citrin K/ Garcinia cambogia. There is some controversial evidence that Garcinia Cambogia may be linked to liver problems. Personally, I'm not yet convinced it does this. For more info on this see my review of garcinia Cambogia.
Alpha-lipoic acid. This ingredient appears to lower blood sugar. Because of this, alpha-lipoic acid might interfere with insulin and other diabetes medications. Alpha-lipoic acid seems to reduce thyroid hormone levels. This can be a problem for people who take Levothyroxin for hypothyroidism (low thyroid).
Hoodia. As I reported in my book on supplements hoodia Gordonii seems to share some chemical similarity to a class of heart drugs called cardiac glycosides. In fact, if you Google “Hoodia and cardiac glycosides.” I don’t know the clinical significance of this. That said, if you have heart or blood pressure issues please see your cardiologist before using any hoodia supplement, just to be safe.
Chromium may lower blood sugar levels. While this can be a good thing, it also means chromium might interact with blood-sugar-lowering medications. This might – in theory – make blood sugar levels to too low.
As a general, blanket statement, I would be cautious if you have any problems with your heart, blood pressure, kidneys, liver, mental disorders, diabetes or digestive problems. I would not recommend Plexus Slim if you had bariatric surgery either. To their credit, the makers of Plexus Slim do say to see your doctor first if you are pregnant. I agree with this.
The Plexus Slim Accelerator
Update: The Accelerator formula has changed significantly and the product is now called Plexus Accelerator Plus (Accelerator +). Do read my review of the Plexus Accelerator Plus for additional information on the new product.
This is another product sold on the Plexus Slim website. The word “accelerator” is a tip-off that this product is a stimulant.
The Plexus Slim Accelerator contains trace minerals, calcium, and magnesium from seaweed (both are useless for weight loss) and vitamin B6 (useless for weight loss). The accelerator also has a “proprietary blend” of:
- Dark Chocolate – won't help weight loss, unless it has caffeine
- Natural Caffeine – natural or not, it's caffeine!
- Green Tea Extract – probably has caffeine or EGCG
- Vanadium Chelate. This is the fancy name for Vanadium. It won't help weight loss.
- B-Phenylethylamine HCl – might act as a neuro-chemical. Avoid if you take antidepressants.
The Plexus Slim Accelerator also has an ingredient called GeranaX. GeranaX is a reference to geranium oil. Geranium oil is controversial in some circles because it is thought by some to be a natural source of a stimulant called Dimethylamylamineor “DMAA. ” It's scientific name is 1,3 Dimethylamylamine and its also called Methylhexaneamine.
The name “GeranaX” is a made-up word. In other words, the name GeranaX holds no scientific meaning.
Geranium has been the subject by scrutiny by the military, whose research finds that geranium does not contain DMAA. Oddly, the supplement 411 website still lists “geranium” as an alternative name for DMAA in its listings. Currently, it is controversial if geranium is a source of DMAA or not.
As of July 2013, the Australian government warned people about the Plexus Slim Accelerator because they say it had DMAA. This link goes to the Australian government website that discusses the Plexus Slim Accelerator and DMAA.
- In April of 2013, the FDA issued a warning letter about DMAA.
- Here is a New York Times article on DMAA for more information.
The ingredient DMAA seems to act like ephedra or bitter orange (synephrine) which are potent stimulants. As such, it may raise blood pressure and heart rate to dangerous levels. Here is a case report of a 21-year-old man who suffered a stroke after taking 2 DMAA pills.
This does not mean plexus slim will do this. It would depend on whether DMAA really is in geranium and also which part of the plant was used (root, stems ect).
Di methy amyl amine “looks” like amphetamines (“speed”). This may be why question 6 of the Plexus Slim Q and A page mentions that this ingredient may cause a positive result on a drug test for amphetamines. Here is a study showing that dimethylamylamine causes false positive drug tests for amphetamines.
Plexus Slim Bio-Cleanse
This is a laxative. Always remember, the word “cleanse” means laxative. The Plexus Slim Bio Cleanse supplement lives up to its laxative name because it contains magnesium, which is indeed a laxative. Remember “Milk of Magnesia.” Either way, laxatives don't cause any weight loss other than mostly water (and of course, poo). The Plexus Slim website lists 2 prices for this product – $29.95 or $39.95 -both of which are too pricey for me.
Plexus Boost
Here is my review of Plexus Boost. I cover a lot of information in this review and I also compare it to the ingredients in Accelerator Plus as well.
Plexus Slim Fast Relief
The Fast Relief product appears to be a pain relief formula that exists in both a cream
and capsule form. One of the ingredients in Fast Relief is Lyprinol. This compound comes from the green-lipped mussel, hence the slogan “Full Body Relief, From the Sea-Naturally.” You may know this product by its other name – as Omega XL which is advertised on TV with Larry King.
For more information, see the review of Omega XL.
Will Plexus Slim Work?
Honestly, I'm not if it works because Plexus Slim – itself- has no published proof. If you read the comments below, you'll see some people do say it's helped them lose weight. If it works, is it because of the unique blend of ingredients in Plexus Slim or is it because of just a few key ingredients alone?
Here are Plexus Supplements on Amazon
Bobby
Takes shots at me if you want to , but no need to get personal with Joe. Believe it or not we are both trying to help out. Joe is way more educated, and experience than I could ever be. I don’t think Joe has a biased bone in his body. Joe bases everything he puts on this site on clinical data, what data do you have other than bunch of overweight people shooting their mouths off. Oh, the rats, read the initial post again. An ingredient in Plexusslim involved a study done on rats. not very reliable since rats have a completely different metabolism and physiology than a human.
As for me, i was an ambassador, could not believe the deviation from the truth some of the so-called top of the pyramid persons were utilizing, not only about the product, but about. the business opportunity. Trust me Bobby, I’ve been there, they breed off uninformed and desperate people.
Fortunately by educating myself I woke up. Most of these people are centered on greed and materialism and just want to. separate you from your wallet. They will tell you anything to get your money!
Good luck Bobby. Enjoy wasting your money because like most that use this product you’re probably to lazy to get off your big tail and do it the right way, through diet and exercise.
You have probably already heard this one, PLEXUSSLIM IS A MIRACLE. BS.
This review doesn’t sound unbiased at all. You discredit people with personal experience. And yet the only facts you posted were tests on lab rats. I don’t sell this product but am considering taking it and I would much rather go off of people’s personal experience than tests on individual components of the product.
And I don’t know if it’s Pete or Joe because it hard to tell you apart other than one being more insulting than the other but sounds like you both have something against this company. Just my honest opinion
Bobby, I stand by my review as unbiased because I looked at the research. While I did offer my opinions also, I based those opinions on what the research was showing. In fact I did say that there were no better business complaints against plexus slim when I wrote my review. If I was not unbiased I would not have mentioned this. There is no published peer reviewed studies on plexus slim and that is why I reviewed its ingredients. I linked to both lab rat -and human – studies in my review.
Pete was a Plexus Slim distributor and so he has insights on the product that I do not have.
Thank you Joe. I have a splitting headache now & feel very sick. I ate first & have been drinking water. I should have never gotten sucked in because I don’t need to lose any weight. Just wanted to try it for said energy. But I don’t feel okay at all & actually feel lethargic and am forcing out words to talk to my sister. I have had slight chest pains also.
Jessica, I really do hope you go to the hospital. When you drink water, dont over do it too much as this can lead to lethargy and headaches . the condition is called hyponatremia. this may or may not be causing some of your symptoms but I thought Id mention it because so many people push water, water, water when people are on some weight loss supplements. Water is good but too much is not good. It can also lead to problems with how your heart is beating. If your pee looks clear, you are drinking enough water.
Im not a doctor but I just wanted to mention this. Still, Id feel better if we had someone more qualified than me to give you a clean bill of health.
I hope you are feeling better but do let me know what happens.
Hey Joe,
I realize your reviews are unbiased as this is not something you have taken yourself. So I don’t know if you can help me or not.
I took the accelerator and the drink for the first time today. I don’t feel like myself at all. I feel very weird and kind out of like I’m about to cry and I don’t want to talk to anyone. Also I’m freezing to death. I’m sitting outside in 90 degree weather and I have chills
I’m starting to feel very scared. Any ideas?
Hi Jessica. If it keeps up I say go to the hospital. I say this because I don’t know your medical history extra. I usually would to say to only start a program with one product at a time to see how you respond. That would tell what is causing the problems. That said I think it might be the accelorater causing the problems.
I dontwant to alarm you but I want to what I think is right ani I think getting checked out is best given what you told me. Would you please let me know what happens.
I take offense at the word brainwashed in reference to the Ambassadors of this great company. We are all free thinking, analytical business owners from all walks of life. I, for one have lost 35 pounds and 6 months ago was able to get off my Metformin thanks to Plexus Slim.
I had my blood work repeated this week and the message from the doctor via the nurse was that my results were “great”. Most pharmaceuticals have side effects a mile long and take up half of the commercial time speaking very rapidly at the end. As for me and my family we will stick with the results we personally have witnessed with Plexus Slim and their adjunct products.
Joe,
I am loving the information on the site, but you made one comment that bothered me.
“If your doctor gave you something, you would expect that it works in the vast majority of people – not just some fortunate few. How would we react if the claim “everybody is different” was frequently made about prescription medications? I assure you, there would be riots in the streets and congressional hearings to get to the bottom of things. ”
I am sorry but there are many medications on the market that react differently for different people. This is especially true in anti depressants and anti anxiety medications. Any doctor prescribing these will tell you that you need to be monitored constantly while on them. Most people being prescribed these medications will end up taking several different types and brands over the time they are on them. That is the reason there are so many different types of anti depressants on the market.
•Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
•Serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs)
•Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
•Tricyclic antidepressants
They all react differently in the brain and it is a process of trial and error as to which will work for you.
Stacey, glad you found me! I was trying to get across the idea that because they have gone though testing prior to being sold, we have a pretty good idea how things will work. Of course there are some people who dont react totally well at times but the majority of times, if you are given an antibiotic (the right antibiotic) it works, not in some people but in most people.
Im not trying to pump up the drug companies either – goodness knows they have issues also – but their products are tested as a rule before they are sold. Supplements are not tested usually. I just find it so ironic that people give them a pass when they dont work despite the grandiose claims made about some of them on websites etc.
Trisha
Keep us posted, we would all love to hear THE TRUE END OF THE STORY!!!lol Doubt if we will. Seems like people that have a story like yours, somehow seem to never post again. I wonder why? uhm—-
I have been using Plexus for almost 6 weeks.I have read all the comments on this site, and to read how someone doesn’t know how people let themselves get this way in the first place?, I suggest you get a reality check. Weight gain is not always the amount of food we consume in a day to day basis , there are a lot of other issues in ones life that contributes to weight gain including medical issues.
I have gained 40 lbs due to 9 surgeries over the last three years, I have tried everything and until now I felt helpless. Plexus has changed all of this, I not only feel wonderful, I am loosing inches and lbs.As far as the accelerator goes, it is optional and I was well informed upon purchasing it how it may make me feel as it is a caffeine capsule.I was told if I choose to use it to start with .25 of the pill and if I feel comfortable I can increase it to a full pill daily at my own discretion.
I also did the plexus without the accelerator and I still had wonderful results.Every person has different experiences with different products. It is not fair for one to make your own choice based on someone else when we are all created differently. What is not good for one may be wonderful for someone else. Every product out there including the meds you are prescribed by your Dr. have side effects of some sort.Maybe you should read and research some of the ingredients that are in your prescriptions on your counter, I am willing to bet you will cringe just a little.
Trish there is an element of truth in what you say specifically that some medical issues can lead to weight gain. hypothyroidism for example. multiple surgeries can also limit physical activity which can also lead to weight gain.
What you said about everybody reacting differently to supplements stuck out to me. This claim that “everybody is different” when it comes to supplements is a mantra I hear a lot from people and I always scratch my head at why people give a pass to supplements that only seem to work for some people. The marketing for many products makes almost everybody think they will work -for everybody. But when they dont, people often say “everybody is different.” Why?
If your doctor gave you something, you would expect that it works in the vast majority of people – not just some fortunate few. How would we react if the claim “everybody is different” was frequently made about prescription medications? I assure you, there would be riots in the streets and congressional hearings to get to the bottom of things.
Given the amazing results that are eluded to in the ads for many products I just cant accept the claim “everybody is different” to explain away why people dont get the results they are seeking.
Ohh I’m really interested in what you find out about the “It Works” Body Applicators and all the products that they offer.
Hi Cheryl, Ive heard if It Works and need to look into it further. they say the effect can last for several months but I find that hard to believe.
Joe
Tried your smoothie. Needless to say it taste great and my appetite was curved most of the day. Lots of energy. If you could patent it I would. Lol And, guess what it did not cost me $84.00.lol Thanks!
Pete, great! I’m glad you liked it 🙂
I have a question for Joe. Quite a few family members take/sell PS, have lost lots of weight, & have tried to get me involved in it. I am not about pyramids. I walk almost 3 miles a day (was running, but suffered back injury, due to gal texting & driving – rear ended me, never hitting the brakes, so doc says no more running), but have found it impossible to keep my appetite under control, & i’m even more ravenous immediately post exercise.
Since you have extensive research in supplements, is there one that can be safely taken for suppressing appetite? I have completely normal levels (bp, insulin, etc), but am sensitive to caffeine. I’m tweaking my eating, but as previously stated, am still constantly hungry. Any input?
Hi DeAnna, so sorry to hear about your accident and resulting back injury. based on what you said, Id aim for a shake that was higher in fiber and protein. both fiber and protein can curb appetite. Here is the smoothie I like that I think can help.
Do you feel depressed / frustrated because of the accident? some people do eat more when they are depressed. I just thought I’d toss it out to you in case that helps.
I don’t push IDNutrition I liked how they have been doing research for 18 years I did mine too you have too please check this out
April
Every statement you made in your post has holes all through it and Lots of people on this site don’t believe a word you say because no clinical data is backing PS. I’ve already had people contact me with serious side effects , one; possible stroke with the Accelerator.
Keep selling this hyped up “Junk” without clinical data backing it, YOU AND THAT COMPANY WILL SOON BE SUED IN THE GROUND. Note: What if you and your friends die from your very uninformed post by not seeing a doctor first.
YOU ARE WAY OFF ON THIS ONE, AND i HAVE A HARD TIME BELIEVING YOU SAID IT. There are NO long-term studies performed either, whose to say liver problems, kidney, heart problems, etc. won’t develop in the long-run.
if you really care about people you should be concerned. i was with plexusslim until i could not stand all the people programed to say exactly what you are saying., and what their upline was telling you to say . It was almost like a cult atmosphere.
Alice, meaning no disrespect, but apparently you are like most of those so-called Ambassadors who would stop at nothing to make a buck, even putting your friends and family’s lives in possible danger. it would be tough to swallow at the expense of being “Brainwashed”.
I don’t push IDNutrition I liked how they have been doing research for 18 years I did mine too you have too please check this out
people are not doing their homework on plexus and the side effects people are having.
Obviously you haven’t tried Plexus yourself or you would know many of the answers above. Some of the things you list above high blood pressure and diabetes, you tell people to talk to their doctor before taking because it can interfere with their medication but that is misstated.
Plexus works to bring down high blood pressure and sugar levels and it works better than you prescription medications at it but without all the side effects. But u wouldn’t take two diabetic medications because ur sugar would go too low thus the drug interaction you claim is not a drug interaction at all. Also Plexus comes with a 60y day Money back guarantee so how are people wasting their money.
There are always going to be Negative Nancys out there that will blame everything under the sun on Plexus. I can tell you for myself Ive dropped 30 pounds, gotten off my asthma medicine, my blood pressure is perfect now and it has helped tremendously with my anxiety and depression and arthritis and I dont have migraines anymore.
So all you people who have never even taken it or maybe just so happened to get sick at some point while you were on it need to Money back guarantee.
Ive personally seen it change many peoples lives so please get off your high horses and quit telling other people what to do when you obviously dont know all your facts.
Who are you that you think you know better?
April, please show me studies proving that I am wrong. In my review of plexus slim I showed a study where hoodia raised blood pressure, so this is why i believe people should see their dr first.
When you say “Plexus works to bring down high blood pressure and sugar levels and it works better than you prescription medications at it but without all the side effects” can you show me studies where plexus slim was compared to any medication?
please tell me what plexus slim ingredient is responsible for the blood pressuring and blood sugar lowering effect? I maintain that weight loss caused theses things – not plexus slim directly. by helping weight loss, plexus slim can help, but i see no direct effect on blood pressure or blood sugar by any ingredient in plexus slim.
As for who I am, if you read my About page, you can see. April, I’m glad you say its helping you. I just feel people should hear unbiased information backed up by scientific studies and rational thought.
Joe
Have you heard of a weight loss supplement called BIOS LIFE SLIM. I will leave the evaluation to you, which can be found on the internet. Couple of points that stood out as I was reading. I really thought I was reading an advertisement for Plexusslim. Almost word for word. Surprising, and unlike PS, BLS is patented in the US and some other countries.
Supposed to have 6 clinical studies done on it, one at Stanford Medical School, and Cleveland University. Can’t remember the others. Could not find the details of the studies. What else is new? It is to be taken twice a day, and priced at $121.00 for 60 packages. (1 month)
But, if you consider using the other add ons to PS, PS becomes a lot more expensive. Many ingredients in it that you would know more about, the site did not explain what the ingredients did.
Thought this would be of interest, and maybe when you get time you could offer your expertise on the product.
Pete, thanks for the heads up. i have not heard of it. will check it out.
Trisha
In Joe’s SupplementClarity Q&A, he mentions that just because a product is “all natural” does not necessarily mean that it is safe.
I just heard about this product recently (within the last 7 days) from a friend in another state. She sent me a message asking if she could send me a 7 day trial (packets) of PS, as the “pink drink” craze has not hit my area yet. I excitedly sent her my address, as I had not heard of this product yet. I received the samples in the mail yesterday. I have not taken any yet, and decided to do some research today.
It appears from all of the comments above that the Accelerator seems to be what is dangerous. Every major negative review above included the Accelerator. Is the “pink drink” more safe, as it appears to be “all natural” ingredients & no stimulants?
Looks like the “Hoodia” is the only thing that might increase heart rate in the “pink drink”.
I know how to lose weight, I have done it before. Fruits, Vegetables, Lean meats, low fat, healthy carbs, fiber, protein, exercise, etc…. Sounds simple right? I would love to just have a little bit of help since I am not getting any younger, it is coming off slower.
Now that I have found this site, I am going to go check out if you have reviews on other products that I have already purchased (wraps, Thermofit & Fat Fighters all by ItWorks!).
I also just purchased some “Slimmies” – but have not tried them yet. Then
I also have a friend that is trying to convince me to do the “Body by Vi” shakes. I’m excited to see what I will find out. Thanks!!
Trisha, I do have several reviews on body by vi bot not the other things you mentioned (thanks for the heads up). Ive added those others to my list of things to look at.
Joe
Thanks for the Supplement- Geek questions and answers section. Extremely educational, and gives people guidelines as to what you are looking for on the site.
thanks Pete!!
Thank you. I’ve never taken supplements for weight loss, although was very tempted when a friend of a friend posted her 4 month ps results on facebook. I’m glad I found your site. Thank You.
Thank you! Your supplement questions page explains a lot for me. I did observe one of my friends who is an ambassador answer a question from the young mom about it effecting her ability to nurse her baby and my friend told her it was okay to use PS.
Needless to say, this was the first time I had heard about PS as this friend distributed free samples. I threw mine away. I am always leery about these quick-fix diet supplements. Your sight, which I’ve followed since being given this sample, helped my decide to toss it in the trash.
Thank you so much for your research! I referred my niece to your site when she thought about selling it. I think she decided not to after reading about its ingredients.
Paula, glad to help 🙂
I don’t push what I take i educate people and I liked how they have been doing research for 18 years I did mine too you have too please check this out
so many people i know are not researching companies before they take the products. Side effects people are having with plexus speak for themselves.
Ken, Has IDLife really been around for 18 years? I checked out there website and it was registered in 2008.
Saw this on an ambassador’s FB page. How much of this is true?:
Plexus Slim is amazing! Controls cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure and triglycerides! One pink drink a day does all this and as a side effect, you lose weight! Wow, what a great side effect! I have 30 day, 7 day and 3 day packs in stock ready for you
Paula, the main word to pay attention to in that sentence is “Controls” saying is “controls” is very different than saying it ‘reduces.”
current laws dont let supplement makers say anything specific but the do let them use “structure /function claims” which give a reference to how the product might be used / is used in the body. for more on this see my FAQ Page.
that said, the way the ambassador put it, Id think they were riding the fence on what they can and cant say. I think it would be better to say “can help control” rather than saying “controls.” using the word “controls” might be construed as too specific of a claim.