Q. What Are The Best Fat Burners Out Now?

It's been over a year since ephedra was banned, and many people are starting to run out of the 20 bottle supply of Xenadrine that they bought before the government decided for them that they can't buy it anymore.

At that time, most people agreed that the ephedra based fat burners were the best, with ephedra-free products a distant second. After a year of forced innovation, the supplement companies have come out with some amazing replacements.

What fat burners are the best now? List up to five. Give the exact brands and names of the products that you believe will help people lose fat the fastest. On a side note, which fat burners give you the most energy?

Why do you believe these products are the best? Why are they better than others? How do these products compare with ephedra?

What were your (or somebody you know's) results with them?

Help others make a choice so they can get the fastest results!

Show off your knowledge to the world!

The Winners

• 1st Place - doggiejoe
• 2nd Place - bigcalves
• 2nd Place - Ifrit (Tie)
• 3rd Place- mivi320
• 3rd Place- live4this13 (Tie)

First Place doggiejoe

Top Fat Burners!

Oh ephedra, ephedra, where is my ephedra? It's been well over a year since you were able to purchase ephedra legally over the counter. The loss was a huge one and nearly took out the heart of the supplement world. But we got through it. Yes, ladies and gentleman, we got through it. Later on in this article you'll see the products that helped us get over the loss of ephedra.

Without the benefit of ephedra, supplement companies were left with no option but to create new fat burning products. The initial fat burners that came out after the ban weren't that great to say the least. The leading brands Xenadrine and Hydroxycut from the ephedra era produced some disappointing post-ephedra supplements. They had everyone believing that their post ephedra products were going to be just as good or better than the original. Boy, were we fooled.

That led everyone to believe that without ephedra there wouldn't be another fat burning supplement that actually worked. But with the loss of ephedra, it also brought about new exciting ingredients to light.

Here are some of the ingredients that came to light:

Green Tea Extract

Green tea came from China, and is said to have been used for thousand of years. It was never really regarded as a fat loss agent until ephedra was banned. Green tea is a very versatile ingredient that can be used by the body in many different ways.

It also works as an anti-inflammatory. What has been overlooked is its effectiveness in also reducing fat in your body. It is a great ingredient to cut down on fat and is even better for your overall health. It is also good at giving you energy throughout the day, so you can replace your regular coffee with green tea.

R-ALA

R-ALA is the purest form of ALA (Alpha-Lipoic-Acid). What it does, is that it speeds the removal of sugar from the blood. It's quickly turning into a widely used fat loss ingredient.

It also works for energy because it helps break down sugar for the production of ATP, which helps your body go. This helps carbs be used as energy and not be stored as fat.

CLA

Basically CLA is a fatty acid that in turn helps you lose fat. It is naturally occurring and can be found in meat and diary products. Not only will CLA help you naturally burn off fat, but it will also build muscle. CLA is also proven to improve your food intake efficiency. Not only can CLA make you lose fat, but also once you dropped the amount of weight you desire it will help you maintain that weight. In some studies it shows to even improve concentration and sleep.

And The Top Fat Burners Are

1. Man Scorch

Man is a great company with some awesome products, and Scorch isn't an exception. Scorch is a great combination of ingredient to give you what you need, which is fat loss. It works by speeding up your metabolism and suppressing your appetite.

More importantly it provides you with a clean energy gain, which means you won't be jumpy and won't have any jitters or side effects. It also targets those troubled areas of fat on your body.

It can even eliminate stress, and fatigue, which is credited to the Rhodiola in the ingredient profile. It includes green tea as an ingredient so it will definitely make you healthier overall by providing all the benefits from green tea.

Your blood sugar levels will lower due to the oolong tea, which is presented in Scorch. The Man company is so sure it works it delivers a "100 % guarantee" that it will work.

2. S.A.N Tight

The S.A.N company is a very innovated company. They are the creator of the very popular next generation creatine, V-12. That was a great product and this one is not too far behind.

It has 8 main ingredients that are prime factors in burning off fat. The ingredients include Synthetic Guggulsterones Z & E, Forslean, Pure Synephrine, Caffeine Anhydrous, and Bioperine.

All these ingredient make up one hell of a product. S.A.N Tight will naturally increase your metabolism and block the intake of fat from ingested foods. It also suppresses your appetite so you won't be hungry throughout the day.

You'll also receive added energy while being able to maintain your lean body mass. What's better than burning off fat and maintaining your hard earn muscles? Nothing!

3. Nutrex Lipo 6

Lipo is the first and only fat burner that uses liquid capsules for more absorption. It is made for both men and women. With women, it helps them lose fat in hard to lose areas such as their glutes, thighs, and stomach areas.

For men, it will enhance muscle definition, give you a leaner abs, and it will also attack your love handles and lower back areas. It has 6 main ingredients which include Guggulsterones Z&E, Caffeine Anhydrous, and Bioperine.

All these ingredient assist you in your battle against fat. Lipo 6 will also give you energy and focus which will assist you when you need some adrenaline while on the treadmill.

Which Fat Burners Give You The Most Energy?

All of these fat burners give you energy. With Scorch, Sesathin, and Tight you'll get a "focus type" energy. This type of energy is hard to explain. You'll have second, third, fourth winds while on them. These products give the focus and energy to get you through your workout. With these products you'll be more impressed with the fat loss than the energy raise.

Meanwhile, Lipo 6 and the ECY stack will have you "bouncing off the walls". The caffeine in these products gives you a jump-start during all your workouts. In the middle of your workout, you'll be sweating and not even realize it. After your workout you're going to be like "Wow I never got tired!" While on these products, expect to never lose your first wind and to breeze right through all your workouts.

Why Do You Believe These Products Are The Best? Why Are They Better Than Others? How Do These Products Compare With Ephedra?

I believe these products are the best because they are backed by actual science. These products have been researched and well thought out. All of these product's ingredient profile are top notch and the best in the market right now. Most importantly these products actually deliver results, which were once thought impossible after the ephedra ban.

The first fat burners that came out after the ban delivered almost no results and weren't thought out. What they wanted to do was to get the people to believe their product was going to be like ephedra and get everyone's money. So they basically didn't research other ingredients and just put out mediocre products in the littlest time possible.

There was once a day I never thought anything would come close to ephedra. I believed ephedra was the steroids of fat burning. Man was I wrong. I would recommend any of these products on my list. Although none provide the same results as ephedra, they all come very close to having the same effects. I now believe we'll soon have a product better and safer than ephedra. At this rate, what was once a dream may become reality.

What Were Your Results With Them?

I have tried out all these products and a few more. Believe it or not, these are the only fat burning products I would recommend that I have tried. The others just aren't up to par.

While on these fat burners I felt and saw extreme body fat drops on my body. From #5 to #1 they all worked great. I based my ranking system on my personal experience with these products and their fat loss results.

All in all, these products were good to me, and I'm 100% sure they'll be good to you! So if you want to drop 30 plus pounds or want to get those last 5 pounds off your waist, don't look elsewhere, but my top 5.

Caution

Yea, sure these products will burn fat off your body. This does not mean for a single second that you can sit there eating junk food and expect to lose weight. You need to have a strict diet in order and have a regular weight training and cardio routine.

Remember these products are supplements, meaning that they supplement your training and your goals. If you have everything in order and have these products by your side, there will be no stopping your fat loss!

2nd Place bigcalves

What Are The Best Fat Burners Out Now?

America is fat. There is no excuse or denying that fact. By looking at our movies, magazines and shows, foreigners expect a healthy, independent, rich person. As we know it, that is not the case. Over 60% of the adults in the country are overweight and that causes great concern. Open a magazine and you see healthy bodies throughout the pages. You see supplement and miracle pill ads, along with diets and workout routines. You cannot help but notice the fit people in the movies, but then look at yourself and ask if it's possible.

One thing that is for sure is that your body is capable of almost anything, as long as you give it the right conditions. Being fit and healthy is not complicated, but it is not an easy thing either. You have to be able to enjoy your lifestyle, and reap the benefits.

Ok, so you want to lose weight? That's the first step, but you are joining with over 80% of the country. Now it's time to act and do something. Cutting fat and getting in shape is all about rest, working out, cardio and nutrition. Sure it may seem hard, but it's not. You need to have a perfect nutrition plan, and although I won't get into detail I suggest a 40/40/20 split (carbs/protein/fat). Also you need to rest up and lift weights to condition your body and maintain muscle mass. Remember, muscle burns fat.

Supplements are a whole wide category of products, designed to help boost up your performance. In this article I will get into detail about fat burning supplements and how they help. Since you are looking at buying a fat burner you have to pick through thousands of products. You need to pick out a good, but not over-rated company, and remember that you always get what you pay for.

Don't be cheap and look around for a low price, cheap company fat burner. Instead go into a well known company that has a good reputation and is not overpriced. Remember that Bodybuilding.com is the best place to buy supplements and they have a wide selection of fat burners that are great and proven to work!

After the FDA banned ephedra, many people thought that the fat burners and the supplement world would lose millions of money. Ephedra is a good fat burner. It increases your heart, metabolism and energy. With all these effects, you can be sure that there would be someone that abused it. A baseball player took too much and died from increased blood pressure. At the time he was taking ephedra, and surely it got banned.

Now since the banning of ephedra, there are companies that are making effective fat burners that are ephedra-free. Always remember to treat supplements with respect, even though they might seem weaker, they can cause damaged if abused. Ephedra was banned because people abused it, and remember that any substance can be abused. Always follow directions and safety should be your number one priority.

What To Look For In a Fat Burner

• Caffeine
• Green Tea or some sort of extract
• Taurine
• Yohimbe
• Guarana Extract
• Ingredients that will increase metabolism, heartbeat and energy
• Ephedra Free, since it's banned

Now after you pick a good company and have a price range set it's time to choose the actual product. First look for well know ingredients such as caffeine, green tea and taurine. Remember that since ephedra was banned, it's time to look at the next best thing.

Although not as powerful, you will get a good feel of what today's fat burners are all about. Not as strong as ephedra, but they are the next best legal thing.

Remember to follow directions and always, always have some sort of cardio for your program. Because without cardio, you are lost. Fat burners boost your metabolism, but are not a miracle pill that will cut fat as you sit on your chair. Remember to have some sort of a split before buying a fat burner.

Cardio/Workout Split

MON - Weight Training TUE - Cardio WED - Weight Training THUR - Cardio FRI - Weight Training SAT - Cardio SUN - OFF

Gradual Increasing

Remember that without cardio, fat will not come off. Always remember to increase your cardio slightly and not jump the gun by running 45 minutes right away. Your goal is to shock the body so it starts burning fat, and not a lot of muscle. Remember that even with your diet, you will need to decrease calories gradually; otherwise you will face a 'muscle disaster'.

When taking your fat burner, remember to increase it gradually too. Do not take all 3 or 4 pills right away. Follow directions, but first start with the minimum dose and then work your way up. That way your body gets used to it and you keep getting results as the time passes by. No one wants fast results for 2 weeks, and then frustration for the next 6. Always work your way gradually and shock you body. Remember, more is not always better.

Which Fat Burners Give You The Most Energy?

Although caffeine is not considered a fat burner exactly, it will give you energy. It boosts up your nervous system and you will have a lot of energy that you can use to workout and therefore loose fat. I would recommend buying the bulk bottles on Bodybuilding.com that will last you a long time and give you the very best quality.

Along with caffeine, taking green tea will raise your metabolism and boost up your energy. By taking green tea, you are giving yourself a boost along with your fat burner. I highly recommend these two, combined with a fat burner to maximize your performance. Remember to check the level of these ingredients with the fat burner you are taking so you don't take too much.

Top 3 Fat Burners

It's time to list my top 3 supplements. Even though these fat burners can't match ephedra, they compare pretty good to it. They are the next best legal thing on the market. I have tried all three and I have experienced good results and I believe that they are the best from the fat burners on the market today.

As I said, always follow a program and do not depend on the fat burners for fat loss, but use them as a tool. A great mechanic cannot do anything without his tools, but his tools cannot do anything without him.

Remember to have a balanced lifestyle and the fat will fly right off. Remember to always have cardio and a reduction in your diet in order for your fat burner to work. Always follow direction on the bottle, and make sure you increase your dose gradually like I said earlier on.

1. Lipo 6 By Nutrex

When you look at Lipo 6, you are looking at top of the line, pure quality product. It is the best fat burner I have ever tried since ephedra got banned and let me tell you, it delivers a powerful punch that boosts your energy, metabolism and heart rate.

I experience the best fat loss with this product and I do not regret buying it. In fact I bought 4 more bottles for future use from BodyBuilding.com.

This product has a powerful ingredient list that has all the ingredients we are looking for. Fast, effective and affordable. This product makes the top on my list because it simply works and delivers great results.

2. S.A.N. Tight By S.A.N.

S.A.N. Tight is one of the best fat burners on the market. It has thermogenic properties like no other. It gives you crazy amounts of energy and it has a lot of caffeine in it. Although new, the company S.A.N. is making a very good name for itself.

It is trusted and offers other top quality products. If you decide that S.A.N. Tight is the product for you. Get ready for loads of energy, fast metabolism and long effect. It has a strong complex, and 1 pill is all you need for a day. Imagine the power and kick in that pill! S.A.N. Tight is an awesome fat burner, and #2 on my list.

3. Hydroxycut By Muscle Tech

Hydroxycut is a powerful supplement that has caffeine, green tea and good ingredients for fat loss. Its base is on Green Tea and Guana extract. It will give you a lot of energy but it's not the best out there for metabolism boost.

Even though it's metabolism boosting is not that good, its energy rush is like no other. It will give you a boost and help you get the body you've always wanted. It is a good supplement and it has a company with a very good reputation, and it's used by a lot of athletes to help achieve their fat loss goals.

Muscle Tech is one of the leading companies in the supplement world, and has a reputation like no other. If you don't know a lot of fat burners and want a company to trust, Muscle Tech is that company, and Hydroxycut is the product for you.

Why Do You Believe These Products Are The Best? Why Are They Better Than Others? How Do These Products Compare With Ephedra?

These products work and are safe. They have top of the line ingredients that are proven and boost your energy, metabolism and heart rate. You don't have to listen to the claims, you will experience it yourself.

From all the fat burners, I have chosen these because they come from companies with good reputations, have every ingredient we are looking for, and are used by many athletes.

These products are proven to work. I have tried them and let me tell you, I have experienced crazy fat loss. Try these products on my list, and I grantee you that you will not regret it.

Ephedra was the best fat burner ever. All you needed to do is mix it with caffeine and aspirin and you were set. Since it's gone we need to find another way of making this fat loss effect.

Although almost nothing can compare with ephedra, these 3 products come close, if not touch the line. They are based on very strong ingredients that are proven to work and will not disappoint you. Since ephedra is banned and illegal these 3 products are your best bet. Try them and I give you my personal guarantee that you will love the results you get.

What Were Your (Or Somebody You Know) Results With Them?

I have used all three of these products. I got amazing results. When I took them, in all three cases, I didn't feel anything the first day. But after my second dose it was amazing. My energy levels went way up, I felt that my heart rate increased, not dangerously unhealthy, but just enough to make my metabolism faster so it works for me. I got amazing results.

In all three cases, I lost between 15 and 25 pounds and got defined six pack abs (actually 8). I was very happy with my results, and many girls on the beach noticed my hard work too, which made it all worth.

Do not fool yourself and buy something else, because these products are the truth. I give you my personal guarantee that they will work on. They are proven to give you more energy, boost your metabolism and heart rate. Let me encourage you to try them and remember that these product are a boost for all the hard work that you need to put in. Never get discouraged and good luck on your fat loss goals!

2nd Place (tie) Ifrit

What are the best fat burners out there now?

I would first like to say I do not agree with the first court ruling banning ephedra or ephedrine products. Ephedra was the best fat burner out there and like any drug it was only through the overdosing and misuse that led to it's unpopularity and court ruling. Ephedra is a beta adrenergic agonist, which mobilizes oxidization of body fat and increases metabolism.

Unfortunately as with all CNS stimulants such as simple things like caffeine, high amounts can be dangerous to those with high blood pressure or heart conditions. More is definitely not better and many people found out the hard way and had they adhered to the directions on the bottle, they might not have had the symptoms they had.

1. Lipo 6 by Nutrex

This is my personal favorite for myself and for my clients. I have gotten great results and energy from this product. Its price is also worth what you get. If you read threads on BB.com then you will see  is #1 amongst forum members for fat loss and for good reason, because it just works.

I am a cardio maniac on this stuff and it makes me feel great which is definitely needed for cardio because I hate it. It has my favorite ingredients so that is what led me to first try it.

Nothing trivial and just plain simple usually tends to work well in supplements, I don't believe you have to have herbs with exotic names in a supplement for them to be effective. These are the some of the ingredients that makes Lipo 6 better than the others.

• Guggelsterones-stimulate thyroid to produce thyroid hormones which in turn will raise your metabolic rate and burn more fat.
• Caffeine- a CNS stimulant that increases energy and fat lipolysis and Lipo 6 has just enough but not too much of this in it.
• Synephrine HCL-releases adrenaline and noradrenaline only in the beta 3 receptor sites, stimulation of the beta 3 receptor sites elicits the breakdown of fat.

2. S.A.N Tight

I have personally never used S.A.N Tight but I know a lot of people on the boards and in the gym that use it and love it. It isn't terribly different than my #1 choice being that it has guggelsterones and yohimbine but there is one ingredient that a lot of fat burners do not have in it and they should and it is Vinpocetine.

I have one friend that takes this all the time when dieting and honestly he sometimes becomes the most annoying person because he is a little too focused and energetic on it, lol. These are the main ingredients that make S.A.N Tight better than the others.

Green tea-through CNS stimulation due to its high caffeine content, helps to increase body temperature thereby increasing thermogenesis and fatty acid liberation from adiposites.

3. MAN Scorch

This products name just sounds like it would hurt to take it but there is some merit to it. One of the main ingredients is intended to increase your core temperature which I will go into later.

I have taken this product and I like it because I generally feel good which is due to the Rhodiola in it and I am definitely less hungry on it due to the Tyramine.

It isn't quite as popular mainstream only because I believe many people do not know how the ingredients go about working (let alone pronounce them) and upon studying these ingredients you will find it to be a better product than first thought.

These are the main ingredients that make MAN Scorch better than the others.

• Coleus Forskolii- a relative of the mint family, increases cyclic adenosine monophosphate cAMP which accelerates the breakdown of existing fat stores and may also inhibit fat storage from occurring.
• Rhodiola- increases the resistance to the effects of stress and improved anxiety and moodiness.
• Evodiamine- is a mild stimulant. It elevates the production of body heat and increases resting core temperature
• Tyramine- enhances leptin sensitivity which is important for curbing hunger. Increases norepinephrine and dopamine activity, potentiating beta stimulated lipolysis and enhancing fat loss through multiple pathways.

4. Sesathin by Avant labs

I honestly have never heard of Sesathin until I became a forum member here at BB.com but I have come to like it very much as have others. Sesathin decreases fat mass by it's effects on fatty acid oxidation; it also has anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Along with a boost in lipis metabolism it simultaneously lowers lipogenic enzymes in the liver, reducing the amount of fats that are esterified for storage in adipose tissue.

While it doesn't have CNS effects or appetite suppression I believe it is great in a diet because of it's nutrient partitioning effects which is why I especially believe it is more than ideal for bulking diets since more fat will be oxidized instead of stored.

It only has one ingredient that makes it better than the others but hey, I still have to say it even if there is only one.

Sesamin- is a naturally occurring lignan present in sesame oil which oxidizes fat so less becomes stored when dieting or bulking.

5. Xenadrine NRG

I remember back in the day when Xenadrine RFA-1 contained ephedra and, man, were those the days. That was some good stuff so that is why I decided to give this a try. Xenadrine NRG won't give you a quick insane jolt of energy but a more even flow of energy throughout 8 hours and you only have to take it once a day which is good for the lazy.

These are the ingredients that make Xenadrine NRG better than the others.

• B-12- increases red blood cells which carry oxygen for energy metabolism. Deficiencies of B12 due to poor absorption of this vitamin are not uncommon and the result can be low energy levels.
• Norambrolide- has a similar effect to ephedrine in generating cAMP, although ephedrine acts as a stimulant to the adrenal glands whereas Norambrolide bypasses the adrenal glands increasing cAMP levels directly without stimulant effects.

What Fat Burners Give Me The Most Energy?

Definitely Lipo 6. I have not taken all of these products but out of the ones I have taken this is the best and mainly because of its caffeine content. I will sometimes take three capsules spaced out evenly instead of just two when that isn't enough. MAN Scorch gave me more mental focus and I felt hot rather than having high energy levels but it was still a good product.

Why Do I Believe These Products Are The Best?

I believe I mentioned the main ingredients that helped me reach my decision and I believe it is in everyone's best interest to study up and find out for themselves so it's the ingredients that made these products not the flashy ads in magazines or the pretty bottles.

There's a reason most of these products are on the top five list here on Bodybuilding.com and in the gym I train at these products are all the most popular also. What is most popular is sometimes the best bet but there can be a few lesser known supplements like seathin that can help a great deal.

How Do These Products Compare To Ephedra?

I have taken some of these products when they contained ephedra or the same supplement company but different brand like I mentioned with the Xenadrine RFA-1 and I have to admit they are coming pretty close.

What Were My Results With Them?

My results with Lipo 6 were the most pronounced, as I believe the yohimbine HCL in it greatly helped reduce my love handles and helped me to lose 20 pounds on my last diet. The MAN Scorch helped me more mentally deal with the dieting and cardio so I was happy about that. As we all should know by now, the supplements are to supplement not to use as a crutch.

I have to add this to my article because after reading about it a lot and hearing the results people have gotten I am going to make a prediction this will be better than ephedra and people are going to love it.

When I was researching what I believed to be the best energy producing fat burners I came upon something not even released just yet. It's called Ergolean AMP by Ergopharm. Patrick Arnold himself was sending out samples to people on another board and everyone who has used it says it rivals ephedra and gave them insane energy and focus.

This may not be the best fat loss product but I do believe it will be #1 for energy within a month after it becomes available here at BB.com. Str8flexed was very impressed by it and he said "I felt like I wanted to rip someone's head off."

Many samples were given out at the Arnold and I really wish I was there to have gotten some. Its ingredients are something not many people have heard of and here they are.

Geranamine - an adrenaline-like compound with energy producing effects. A potent appetite suppressant and thermogenic.

Chocamine- a stimulant that thwarts hunger and stimulates the central nervous system. The methylaxanthines in Chocamine serve to potentiate the adrenaline-like activity of geranamine via downstream messenger chemical modulations.

I'm sure I'll be telling all of my clients to get this product and I really believe in it. I didn't put it in my top five simply because it is so new. I loved ephedra but I have been looking for something to rival it for quite some time now.

Anytime I take an energy supplement before my workouts my lifts always go up due to CNS stimulation and mental focus so I really can't wait to see what this does. I also think the asking price of AMP is very reasonable compared to everything else out there.

Enough about it already, try some and see for yourself. Like I said, give it a month and we will see this at the top of everyone's must have list of supplements I guarantee it.

3rd Place mivi320

What Are The Best Fat Burners Out Now?

In order to lose weight, there must be an energy deficit present. This deficit can be accomplished by restricting calories and becoming more active (preferably through cardiovascular activity and frequent weight training sessions in the gym).

But sometimes some assistance is needed to get rid of those unwanted pounds of fat tissue. That's where fat burners come into play. First of all, let's define what exactly a fat burner is.

A fat burner is a nutritional supplement that causes a thermogenic reaction on the body, which sequentially increases the body's metabolism. The rise in metabolism will conclusively cause your body to use more units of heat (calories) for energy, thus producing a greater caloric deficit than that of diet, cardio, and weight training alone.

Ephedra

The essential active chemical element of ephedra is ephedrine. Ephedrine is defined as a beta-adrenergic agonist, which is known to elevate metabolism, heart rate, and the mobilization and oxidation of body fat. Ephedra was a solid and possibly the best fat burner out on the market before it was banned over a year ago. Ephedra was banned basically because it possessed health and safety concerns. However, with the absence of ephedra, supplement companies have developed fat burners that work just as well as ephedra.

What Should You Look For In A Fat Burner?

Before even purchasing a fat burner, there are a few things that must be mentioned. First of all, a fat burner will not produce the outstanding results you are looking for if your diet and exercise plan is not in check.

Analyze your plan of attack, and be sure that a caloric deficit is established along with a solid training and cardiovascular program. That way, you reap the benefits of an energy deficit with the addition of an effective fat burner.

With a solid fat burner, weight training and cardiovascular program, and nutrition plan, you'll lose that unwanted adipose tissue in no time! Now, let's take a look at what you should look for in a fat burner:

1. Make sure that the fat burner is sold by a well-recognized and creditable supplement company.
2. Refrain from purchasing fat burners that are advertised on commercials, radio, and the internet excessively. These companies exploiting their products do not have a "brand." These companies usually don't have a reputation either.
3. Companies with reputation does not necessarily mean that the product is created better, but believe me, reputation does mean something to these companies. These companies with reputation often acknowledge the importance of a frequent consumer as well.
4. Therefore, be sure to purchase a fat burner from a widely known supplement company that thrives on delivering consumers the type of products they want.
5. Last but not least, research the product of interest. Research reviews by other purchasers, and see what they liked about the product and what they didn't. Research the active ingredients in the product to see just how effective they work in providing you with the results you're looking for.

The Fab Four

What are the best ephedra-free fat burners on the market? Let's take a look at a list I like to call, "The Fab Four."

1. Sesathin By Avant Labs

If you're looking for an increase in mobilization of fatty acids, decrease in fat storage, and a product with anti-inflammatory properties, than Sesathin is for you. Sesathin contains sesamin, a naturally occurring lignan found in sesame oil.

It is widely known to fight obesity and decrease bodyfat levels. Not only will Sesathin assist you in oxidizing fatty acids, it also possesses extremely effective effects on improving cholesterol.

In conclusion, Sesathin by Avant Labs will prime your body to use fat as fuel, and provide you with a multitude of other health benefits.

2. MAN Scorch

MAN Scorch is another solid fat burner. It contains incredible thermogenic properties that accelerate and rev up the metabolism into high gear. MAN Scorch boosts the activity of the thyroid, which conclusively, enables you to burn more calories during the day.

It also suppresses appetite, which goes a long way in controlling cravings. So, by taking MAN Scorch, you get the benefits of an accelerated metabolism and a suppressed appetite, but is there more? Yes, there is.

When on a restricted calorie diet, it's very difficult to focus and maximize training and energy expenditure. However, with the addition of MAN Scorch, mental focus improves, as does energy output.

In short, MAN Scorch does more than just cranking up the metabolism, and can improve focus, suppress appetite, fight of hunger cravings, and improve performance.

3. S.A.N. Tight

S.A.N. Tight contains eight vital ingredients that will assist you in optimal fat burning. S.A.N. is a trusted and well-recognized company that used the most cogent and authentic versions of the fat mobilizing compounds out there.

These eight key ingredients all work in mutual effort to enhance the oxidation of fat. Like MAN Scorch, S.A.N. Tight also imroves the activity of the thyroid, and ultimately speeds up the body's metabolic rate.

It also preserves lean body mass (LBM), which is usually lost when calories are severely restricting on a diet. S.A.N. Tight also enhances mental focus, so you can train with more vehemence and vigor.

The advancement in mental focus will eventually translate into improved workouts. Improved workouts means improved progress. In summary, S.A.N. Tight is very effective in accomplishing the benefits of thermogenesis, and greatly improving mental focus and training intensity.

4. VPX Redline

VPX Redline is a potent fat incinerator. Redline is very unique and unlike other fat burners by oxidizing fat through the shivering reaction in the body.

Sounds kind of odd, doesn't it? Well, by shaking, the body mobilizes fatty acids for energy in order to maintain homeostasis. VPX Redline not only causes your body to shake like a salt shaker, but it also causes your body to perspirate.

VPX Redline amalgamates both reactions to get the best from both worlds. These reactions of shivering and sweating will result in compelling decreases in fat mass.

In conclusion, when taking VPX Redline, you reap the benefits of thermogenisis and better the mobilization of stored body fat.

Why Do You Believe These Products Are The Best? Why Are They Better Than Others? How Do These Products Compare With Ephedra?

These products are simply the best. They all provide more health benefits than most fat burners out there. It's like a two for one type of deal. A double-whammy. Not only will these products assist you in burning those unwanted pounds of fat, but you will get plenty of health benefits along with that fat incinerating!

These products are incredibly close or almost just as potent and effective as ephedra. Moreover, with the addition of these products to calorie restricted diet and solid exercise program, the health benefits of these products outweigh the health benefits of ephedra alone.

All of the products that were mentioned will aid you tremendously in your fat burning efforts. It is your decision to select which one you would like to try out. All of the products are cost-friendly as well! With whatever fat burner you select, I hope you get the results you're looking for!

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What Is A Fat Burner?

The first, and most important thing when selecting a fat burner, is understanding how they work. Fat burners are usually a combination of stimulants, such as caffeine or ephedrine, and natural herbs.

Fat burners use precisely calculated ingredients to raise metabolism, increase mobilization of fatty acids, and decrease appetite. Now you are problem sitting here thinking, "ok what does this do for me?"

All these things help increase your metabolism, increase body temperature, and keep those painful hunger cravings away. This increases the bodies chance of creating a calorie deficit, thus resulting in losing those unwanted pounds.

What Is Ephedra, Why Was It Banned?

Ephedra, a banned substance, is found in the Chinese herb, ma huang . Ephedra was banned by the government for health concerns. A studied published in 2001 by Annals of Internal medicine showed that out of 1,832 reports filed in the USA, 64.3 percent involved ephedra.

Ephdra was blamed for the death of Baltimore Orioles pitcher Steve Bechler, a 23 year old who collapsed during spring training. A product containing ephedra was found in his locker.

Ephedra is known to increase blood pressure, increase heart rate which may cause arrhythmias (irregular heartbeat). These reasons alone were enough for the US government to restrict the sale of ephedra in the United States.

So Many Choices, What's Right For Me?

If you are thinking about a fat burner, I am assuming your diet and training are in tact. Fat burners will not help you lose those last few pounds if your diet and training is not up to speed.

A lot of money is wasted each year on people buying fat burners, and eating like crap. However, when you combine a fat burner, with a sound diet, nutrition and level of cardiovascular activity you will be sure to blast off those last few pounds of fat tissue.

Now that we understand what a fat burner is, and how it is used, how can I be sure to purchase the right one?

Make sure you purchase from a results backed, scientifically proved company. I can not stress this enough. Fat burners could be potentially dangerous if you are not responsible.

When you purchase a fat burner from a creditable source, you know exactly what you are getting. This takes all the guess work out of dosing schedules and you are made aware of precautions to take.

Search through logs of others who have used the product. This is also very important. It is extremely important to inform yourself on how others reacted. I realize everyone reacts different; however you are still able to learn any sides, or recommendations the user may have noticed.

Avoid "Miracle Pills." Most fat burners that you see advertised in this months "Men's Fitness," or last night on a commercial, fall into this category. These supplements usually claim to help you lose thirty pounds in thirty days, or six inches off you waist in three weeks. Miracle pills are often from less creditable companies, and are not medically backed.

And Then There Were Four

Now that you understand what makes up a fat burner, and how they work with your body to help create a calorie deficit. I will inform you on my views on the top four ephedra free fat burners.

1. ECY Stack

Ephedrine:Caffeine:Yohimbine stack or ECY stack, is, in my mind, the most effective fat burner available. ECY provides your body with the highest increase in metabolism, resulting in a larger calorie deficit. ECY also suppresses appetite; this will keep you from getting hunger pains throughout the day. Caffeine is also known as a focus enhancer, and energy booster. This will be extremely beneficially to your body on a restricted calorie diet when energy and mental focus are hard to come by.

What precautions should I take?

• No more than 100mg Ephedrine in 24 hours.
• No more than .2mg/kg of bodyweight of yohimbine in 24 hours.
• Be sure to drink plenty of water, as caffeine is a diuretic.
• Watch for all side effects, such as increased blood pressure, heart palpitations, and excessive increases of body temperature.

2. MAN Scorch

MAN Scorch, coming in a close second, is a wonderful metabolic enhancer. Scorch also boosts thyroid activity, thus resulting in more calories burned. Scorch also provides an energy burst, and appetite suppressant in order to make staying on your diet easier.

In each serving of Scorch you get 250mg of Green Tea, a herb proved to help weight reduction. The solid ingredient profile in MAN Scorch provides you with a metabolism kick-start, optimized thyroid conditions, a suppressed appetite, and a clean boost in mental focus and energy.

3. Avant Labs' Sesathin

Possibly sesathin's most noted benefit is its ability to boost oxidation of fatty acids. It boost hepatic (liver) and muscular mitochondria oxidation of fatty acids as well as boosting peroxisome fatty acid oxidation.

Sesathin also inceases lipolysis, and increased leanness. Sesathin oxides any lipids in your blood stream, causing more fat to be burned, and less fat to be reintegrated into tissue during future meals.

Sesathin not only is a good choice for a fat burner, but a solid choice for those looking for an overall increase in health.

4. Nutrex Lipo 6

Nutrex Lipo 6 provides decreased hunger, through the use of synephrine HCL. Synephrine is widely known to suppress appetite. This is extremely important on a calorie deficient diet. Suppressed appetite allows you to eat less, and not have hunger pains throughout the day. Lipo 6 also uses caffeine to increase energy, mental focus, and jump start your metabolism. Nutrex Lipo 6 is a wise choice for anyone looking for energy, focus, increased metabolism, and not having to worry about excessive amounts of stimulants.

What Separates These Products From Other Fat Burners? How Far Off Are We Away From Having A True Ephedra Replacement?

I believe the main difference in these fat burners and others on the market today is the unique blend of ingredients. They are all from creditable companies. These products will help you destroy fat, while preserving lean body mass (LBM). The combination of ingredients are as close to ephedra as we will ever get. They provide similar results, with out the increased sides. I believe that these products will help you lose the most amount of weight, in the safest way possible, when combined with sound diet, training, and cardiovascular activity.

Remember, always be sure to monitor your blood pressure, and body temperature. Let your doctor know about any dangerous conditions that may arise. Be Safe, and good luck with your fat loss goals.

References

1. www.Health.Discover.com
2. Bodybuilding.com Forums
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4. www.avantlabs.com