Relislim Weight Loss Supplement: Is It Dangerous?

I often hear of weight loss supplements that are guaranteed to work. Relislim is another weight loss supplement that promises results, and it always throws up a red flag when I hear a statement like this.

In this post, I want to discuss this supplement, its ingredients, and some possible alternatives that may be better suited for you.

Relislim is made by a South African company called Loock Pharmaceuticals. Relislim contains pseudoephedrine, which is supposed to suppress appetite and increase fat oxidation in the body. However, you need a prescription to get this weight loss supplement. And while Relislim has shown some effectiveness at reducing food cravings, the side effects of this prescription drug seem to be plentiful.

Some users of this weight loss supplement commented the most common side effects are insomnia, headache, nausea, and nervousness. You may also experience increased heartbeat and elevated blood pressure. To be fair, these side effects are pretty minimal and are often associated with caffeine or high quantities of sugar. But my concern is the active ingredient of pseudoephedrine causing the side effects.

Pseudoephedrine is the active ingredient in Sudafed and other decongestants. These decongestants are used by adults and some kids. But their intended use is as a decongestant, not a weight loss supplement. Using prescription drugs for anything other than their intended use is like playing with fire. I just don’t think it’s a good idea.

Check this direct link to get a full picture of Relslim. This pdf points out all the good and bad of Relislim Orginal.

Ingredients of Relislim

I prefer to use natural ingredients vs any non-natural ingredients. Relislim contains the following:

• Green Tea Extract – is a great source of antioxidants. As for ingredients, this one doesn’t concern me at all. It’s commonly associated with heart health, is good for your brain might benefit liver function, and may reduce the risk of cancer.
• Hoodia Gordonii –  is a succulent plant native to Africa. Since it’s derived from a plant, I’m not too concerned about this ingredient. Similar to green tea extract Hoodia Gordonii is commonly used in weight loss supplements for its purported weight loss abilities.
• Caffeine – I don’t think I need to expand on this one too much. Caffeine is safe unless consumed in large quantities. The size of the person can come into play, and how reactive you are to caffeine. I know some people that can drink one cup of coffee and be buzzed for hours, while others can drink coffee post-dinner and fall asleep just fine.
• Gymnema Sylvestre – according to Wikipedia this “contains gymnemic acids, the major bioactive constituents that interact with taste receptors on the tongue to temporarily suppress the taste of sweetness.” Obviously, the fewer amounts of sugar you consume the less bodyfat you’ll accumulate.

Does Relislim Work?

I’ve never tried Relislim but since it’s a prescription drug, I would guess it does work. Obviously, it’s better for colds vs losing weight, but to say that it doesn’t work, would probably be inaccurate. But I wouldn’t suggest a person using it for anything other than its intended purpose.

To give you an example of how I view it, you can use gasoline to start a fire, and it will work, but it’s dangerous, and not the best use of gasoline. I feel the same way about Relislim.

How Much Does Relislim Cost?

At the time of this post, I couldn’t find a cost for this product. After doing a bit of research I found it could costs close to $200 per bottle. I guess it would depend on if you can run this prescription drug through your insurance or if you would have to cover the cost yourself.

3 Best Alternatives To Relislim

If you eat healthily and are already maintaining a regular workout routine you might not need any supplements. But if you’re looking for that little bit of cherry on top of your already healthy lifestyle, I would recommend a natural supplement.

PhenQ

PhenQ is a supplement that many users have found success with. Per their website, PhenQ is “is a powerful new dieting formula combining multiple weight loss benefits to help you get the slim, sexy body you’ve always wanted.” I’ve done an in-depth review of PhenQ you can read here.

Phen24

Phen24 is another supplement targeting individuals looking to lose weight while maintaining a healthy sleeping pattern. Per their website, Phen24 is a new system that heightens the thermogenesis process according to your sleep and wake cycle so that you can wake up feeling slimmer with more noticeable energy.” To read my take on Phen24 check out my post here.

Each of these weight loss supplements only contains natural ingredients and is designed for separate individuals. Be sure to take a look to see if they would work for you.

Okinawa Flat Belly Tonic

Okinawa Flat Belly Tonic is a nutritional supplement powder that claims to encourage weight loss using an ancient Japanese drink recipe that melts body fat and causes accelerated metabolism benefits. According to their website, “Okinawa flat belly tonic is a powerful and effective solution for burning visceral fat and excess pounds from your body. It works by addressing the root cause of obesity. The supplement targets the tiny protein in our blood that blocks the whole metabolic process and causes inflamed digestion.” To learn more about this unique tonic check out their full website here.

Wrapping up Relislim

Relislim is a decongestant masquerading as a weight loss supplement. I”m not saying it won’t work, I’m just saying you need to be aware of this. Above, I mentioned some of the side effects of Relislim users have complained about. The other complaint they had was, that after they got off the drug, their food cravings came back. This means it’s likely you’ll regain any weight you may have lost using Relislim. This is a classic crash diet yo-you effect that is terrible for your body.