APPETITE
Looking good really does start on the inside. Appetite is the all in one digestive and weight control supplement. Ideal for those looking for natural calorie control support along with the many benefits of prebiotic and probiotic digestive support.
£22.99
How to use
Add 1 serving (a heaped teaspoon) to a small amount of water or juice (1/4 glass). Mix slowly in all directions until its turns into a smooth paste. Continue to stir as more liquid is added until the glass is full or your desired consistency is achieved.
Consume immediately and follow with another large glass of water to ensure the contents reach the stomach quickly where it will naturally begin to expand promoting a natural feeling of fullness.
When to take
To be taken approximately 30-60 minutes before each meal (3x daily) for best weight loss results.
Amount of servings
Pretty Appetite’s control powdered formula comes in 180g pot and contains 36 servings.
What’s Inside
BENEFITS SUMMARY
DAILY NUTRITION – Increased daily fibre intake
Most people are only consuming around half of the recommended daily 30g of fibre. Pretty Full Fibre Appetite control is a unique blend of 4 types of fibres to give your body what it needs and look and feel good from the inside out.
WEIGHT LOSS
Appetite’s supports weight loss and appetite control in several ways that include delaying stomach emptying, making the stomach expand and promoting the release of satiety hormones.
Glucomannan promotes control of energy intake and reduces the risk of developing obesity and can result in significant weight loss in overweight and obese individuals (1TrustedSource)
All this helps support appetite and calorie control without you even having to think about it.
Appetite’s blend of nutrients also feed friendly gut bacteria. Healthy gut bacteria are been linked to a reduced risk of obesity (2TrustedSource)
DIGESTIVE SUPPORT
In addition to containing both soluble and insoluble fibres, vital for a happy digestive system, Appetite also contains both probiotics and prebiotic fibre – the food that nourishes your gut microbiome.
Studies show that prebiotic and probiotics can improve IBS symptoms
Appetite has added calming, muscle relaxing and nourishing digestive herbals Peppermint, Ginger and Fennel Seed that have been used traditionally for centuries for digestive ailments.
BOWEL HEALTH & CONSTIPATION
Supports bowel health and increases faecal bulk which may also be helpful for constipation.
FREE FROM SUPPLEMENT
Under 10 calories per serving. Natural and free from artificial nasties. Vegan and gluten free.
GLUCOMANNAN
APPROVED WEIGHT LOSS SUPPLEMENT
High in dietary fibre, Glucomannan is particularly effective for weight loss and weight management.
At the correct dose it can result in significant weight loss in overweight and obese individuals (3TrustedSource)
It is one of the few supplements approved by the EFSA to support weight loss.
It’s a natural water soluble fibre extracted from the Konjac plant with an exceptional ability to absorb water up to 50 times its weight.
It works by absorbing water in your stomach and then gently expands.
For weight loss benefits glucomannan needs to be taken before meals.
Timings will vary per individual and recommended ranges are from 15 minutes to 1 hour before meals.
Glucomannan differs from most other soluble fibres, it is exceptionally viscous, making it particularly effective for weight loss.
6 ways Glucomannan promotes weight loss:
1. Leaves you feeling naturally full (satiety) and satisfied as it takes up space in the stomach, helping reduce food intake
2. It delays stomach emptying, keeping you feeling fuller for longer, decreasing hunger and the urge to snack
3. It’s very low in calories
4. It reduces the absorption of protein and fat
5. It also feeds the friendly bacteria in your intestine, which turn it into short-chain fatty acids like butyrate, which have shown to protect against fat gain in some animal studies
6. Feeding your gut bacteria may also have other benefits. Studies have shown a correlation between body weight and altered gut bacteria
Reduction in body weight is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of glucomannan in three doses of 1 g each, together with 1-2 glasses of water, before meals and in the context of an energy-restricted diet.
HOW MUCH WEIGHT LOSS CAN BE ACHIEVED
Studies indicate that consumption of an additional 14 g/day fibre for >2 days is associated with a 10% decrease in energy intake and body weight loss of 1.9 kg over 3.8 months.
Furthermore, obese individuals may exhibit a greater suppression of energy intake and body weight loss.
Another study of obese patients showed a significant mean weight loss (5.5 lbs) using glucomannan over an eight-week period
A study of healthy but overweight people were put on a 1200kcal calorie-restricted diet and assigned either a glucomannan supplement or a placebo.
The study found that those taking glucomannan induced significantly more weight reduction than the placebo.
During a 5 week period the glucomannan users lost between 8-10 lbs whereas the placebo group lost between 4-6lbs.
HEART DISEASE
Glucomannan may improve some heart disease risk factors.
It contributes to the maintenance of normal blood cholesterol levels with a daily intake of 4g. glucomannan
According to a systematic review of 14 studies, glucomannan can lower:
- Total cholesterol by 19 mg/dL (0.5 mmol/L).
- “Bad” LDL cholesterol by 16 mg/dL (0.4 mmol/L).
- Triglycerides by 11 mg/dL (0.12 mmol/L).
- Fasting blood sugar by 7.4 mg/dL (0.4 mmol/L)
According to this research, glucomannan has the potential to lower the risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
CONSTIPATION
Glucomannan has also been successfully used for constipation.
USER CONSIDERATIONS
Glucomannan is considered safe and well tolerated.
It must however be taken with 1-2 glasses of water to ensure it reaches the stomach before expanding.
This is especially important for people with swallowing difficulties when ingesting as it may cause choking or blockage of the throat.
For those who do not consume a lot of fibre on a regular basis or have a delicate digestion they may want to start on half dose and build up slowly to enable the body to acclimatize.
Some people may experience mild side effects, such as flatulence, bloating, soft stools or diarrhoea, but these negative effects are transient and uncommon.
SUGAR BEET FIBRE
Bloated or sluggish?
How food moves through your body can affect not only your weight but also affects how you feel.
The gut is home to most of our immune system and happy hormone serotonin.
Sugar Beet fibre contributes to normal bowel function and an increase in faecal bulk which can make for easier bowel movements.
Sugar Beet can increase in faecal bulk in two ways:
1. The insoluble components of the fibre increase bulk by absorbing water in the large intestine, plus
2. The soluble components are fermented by bacteria in the large intestine leading to an increase in bacterial mass
When your digestive system is moving regularly you just feel better, less bloated and sluggish as the accumulation of toxins that put a stress load on the body are excreted via our bodily waste.
PREBIOTIC INULIN FIBRE
Inulin (Fructo-Oligosaccharides), is known as a prebiotic fibre.
Prebiotic fibres are non-digestible carbohydrates that promote the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut.
Studies show that prebiotics offer the potential to modify the gut microbial balance in such a way as to bring direct health benefits cheaply and safely.
WHY WE NEED PREBIOTICS
Prebiotics are like food for your gut microbiome as they are utilized by the intestinal microbiota to confer health benefits.
Consuming prebiotics may benefit obesity and associated co-morbidities by improving or normalizing the dysbiosis of the gut microbiota.
Studies have shown that prebiotic fibres increased Firmicutes and decreased Bacteroidetes, a profile often associated with a leaner body type.
PSYLLIUM HUSK
Psyllium husk has long been used in traditional medicine in India and China.
BENEFITS
Its consumption has been shown to provide nutritional benefits, such as the capacity to reduce the glycaemic index, to minimize the risk of cardiovascular diseases, to decrease cholesterol and constipation problems and others.
Studies show increased intake of dietary fibre appears to improve insulin action and may protect against the development of diabetes.
L-GLUTAMINE
WHAT IS IT
L-glutamine, (glutamine), is the most abundant amino acid in the body. This protein building block is important for the immune system and intestinal health (the intestines are considered the largest portion of the immune system).
Studies show that Glutamine is essential for immune health, intestinal health cell function and metabolism.
WHO NEEDS IT
When the body is under stress it’s requirements for glutamine appear to exceed the individual’s ability to produce sufficient amounts of this amino acid.
It’s therefore, considered a conditionally essential amino acid, meaning that it must be obtained from the diet (or supplement) when the body is under stress, including injury or illness.
Studies have also reported that glutamine supplements may improve health, decrease infections and lead to shorter hospital stays after surgery.
IMMUNITY & LEAKY GUT
Glutamine is an important energy source for intestinal and immune cells, including white blood cells.
It helps maintain the barrier between the inside of your intestines and the rest of your body, thereby protecting against what’s known as a leaky gut.
This barrier prevents harmful bacteria or toxins from moving from your intestines into the rest of your body.
WEIGHT LOSS
Studies link glutamine supplements to increased weight loss.
A 6-week study of with type 2 diabetes found that taking 30 grams of glutamine powder daily improved multiple risk factors for heart disease and reduced both belly and body fat.
Similarly, a 2-week study using the same amount of glutamine observed decreased waist circumference, a marker for belly fat, in 39 people with overweight or obesity.
In another small study, women who took glutamine supplements for 4 weeks experienced significant reductions in body weight and belly fat without making other dietary or lifestyle changes.
HOW IT SUPPORTS WEIGHT LOSS
L-glutamine supports weight loss through several mechanisms.
Studies indicate that L-glutamine supplements alter the composition of beneficial bacteria (gut microbiome) in the digestive tract
The gut microbiome plays a central role in many aspects of health, including weight management.
Glutamine may protect against inflammation, which is linked to many chronic conditions, including obesity.
Studies also show that L-glutamine may improve blood sugar control.
Some studies suggest that glutamine enhances insulin sensitivity, improving your body’s ability to use insulin efficiently. This may aid weight loss, as impaired insulin sensitivity is likely tied to a higher risk of weight gain and obesity.
As it’s a protein building block, by having enough glutamine in your system you’re also better able to lose weight while maintaining muscle tissue
DIGESTIVE SUPPORT
L-Glutamine is not only the most abundant amino acid for muscle tissue but it’s also pretty much one of the most important and abundant nutrients in your entire body as it heals all the tissue in your body, and especially those irritated tissues in the digestive tract and is known to relieve bloating.
Essential for healing the gut lining and leaky gut, malabsorption and inflammatory bowel issues such as IBS because of it’s ability to maintain the integrity of the intestinal wall.
L-glutamine can also boost immune cell activity in the gut, helping prevent infection and inflammation, as well as soothing the intestinal tissue.
PROBIOTICS
Probiotics have been defined by the World Health Organization as “live microoganisms which when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host.”
SLEEP MOOD & ANXIETY
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HOT FLUSHES/NIGHT SWEATS
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OSTEOARTHRITIS
A 2021 review of studies found that probiotics may help increase bone mineral density of the lumbar spine in postmenopausal women.
IMMUNITY
A large number of diseases have recently been associated with intestinal dysbiosis (imbalanced gut microbiome). By communicating with immune cells, the gut microbiome can control how your body responds to infection by communicating with immune cells.
GUT DYSBIOSIS
An imbalance of healthy and unhealthy microbes is sometimes called gut dysbiosis, and it may contribute to weight gain
Certain Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli, found in probiotics, can help prevent leaky gut syndrome sealing the gaps between intestinal cells.
I.B.S
Probiotics that contain Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli may also reduce IBS symptoms
PEPPERMINT LEAF
Peppermint has antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Studies indicate that peppermint relaxes the digestive system, gut spasms and may ease pain. and may relieve digestive symptoms, such as bloating, gas, and indigestion.
I.B.S.
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic functional bowel disorder affecting 5.7% of the general population. Most patients relate their symptoms of IBS to foods they consume, however, although some foods may trigger symptoms, others foods, such as peppermint may provide symptom relief.
A 2014 review of nine studies of people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) treated with peppermint oil for at least 2 weeks concluded that peppermint provided significantly better symptom relief than a placebo.
In one study in 72 people with IBS, peppermint oil capsules reduced IBS symptoms by 40% after 4 weeks, compared to only 24.3% with a placebo.
Menstrual Cramps
Acting as a muscle relaxant, peppermint may relieve menstrual cramps.
In one study of females with painful periods, peppermint extract capsules were found to be as effective as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug in reducing the intensity and duration of pain.
FENNEL SEED
Curb Appetite
Fennel is a herb used to help curb appetite.
It’s packed full of fibre and important nutrients such as vitamin C, calcium, magnesium, potassium and manganese.
A study of healthy women found that those who drank 250 ml of tea made with 2 grams of fennel seeds before eating were significantly less hungry and consumed fewer calories during the meal than those who drank a placebo tea.
- Menopausal symptoms
- Fennel has strong estrogenic properties, meaning that it acts similar to the hormone estrogen.
- A review of 10 studies found that fennel may improve sexual function and satisfaction in menopausal women, as well as relieve hot flushes, vaginal itching, dryness, pain during sex, and sleep disturbances.
Fennel Properties
A 2016 review found fennel seeds have:
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antibacterial properties
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antifungal qualities
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anti-inflammatory properties
GINGER ROOT
Ginger is a plant with powerful medicinal properties that has been used for centuries for a variety of ailments.
It’s main bioactive compound, Gingerol has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects and responsible for many of it’s medicinal properties.
WHY GINGER IS SO POPULAR
- Ginger has a long history of use traditional and alternative medicine and is typically known for:
- Calming remedy for indigestion, nausea, and upset stomach;
- Help fight the flu and common cold;
- Fight
inflammation and gastrointestinal ailments; - Pain-relieving effects;
- Relieve headaches and migraine
A review of 6 studies also concluded that ginger supplementation reduced levels of systolic and diastolic blood pressure.
WEIGHT LOSS
Ginger may play a role in weight loss according to studies.
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SAFETY & CONTRAINDICATIONS
Results may vary from person to person.
Store in a cool dry place, out of the reach of children.
Best before end: see base.
Caution: Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
Not recommended to take alongside other products containing Glucomannan. (Meno Weight)
A food supplement should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Always consult your GP before taking food supplements if you are taking medication or have an existing medical condition. If you feel unwell, stop taking this product immediately and seek medical advice.
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PROBIOTICS
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