NOW® Super CitriMax® is a powerful combination of ingredients to help achieve and maintain a healthy body weight and proper glucose management. Super CitriMax® is a proprietary extract of hydroxycitric acid derived naturally from the fruit of Garcinia cambogia. Garcinia cambogia has been clinically tested and found to have the following properties appetite and weight management. This formula also contains ChromeMate®, chromium linked to niacin, which has been studied and shown to contribute to healthy glucose metabolism.
What's more, this product also contains iodine from kelp, a nutrient necessary for the normal functioning of the thyroid function. Added Asian ginseng supports immune function and metabolism.
Ideal users :
People who want to manage a high-carbohydrate, high-fat diet to help manage their weight.
Complementary products :
Omega-3 fatty acids, CoQ10
Scientific references :
Jena, B. S., Jayaprakasha, G. K., Singh, R. P., and Sakariah, K. K. Chemistry and biochemistry of (-)-hydroxycitric acid from Garcinia. J Agric.Food Chem. 1-2-2002;50(1):10-22
Preuss, H. G., Bagchi, D., Bagchi, M., Rao, C. V., Dey, D. K., and Satyanarayana, S. Effects of a natural extract of (-)-hydroxycitric acid (HCA-SX) and a combination of HCA-SX plus niacin-bound chromium and
Gymnema sylvestre extract on weight loss. Diabetes Obes.Metab 2004;6(3):171-180.