'Perfect' ingredient to help weight loss by naturally suppressing your appetite
Snacking between meals - from a biscuit with your 11am cuppa, to a chocolate bar during the 4pm slump - is pretty standard. But it can spiral out of control and spoil your appetite for proper meals.
However, curbing those cravings can be a challenge. Enter Feel Pro Metabolic, new sachets designed to help - and there's currently a 20% off introductory offer with the discount code BOLIC20.
Feel Pro Metabolic costs £39.96 (though this is the subscription price) for 30 sachets, or £51.96 for a one-off purchase with the discount. The concept is simple: add one sachet to a glass of water and drink it before a meal, once a day.
Feel suggests taking the sachets consecutively for at least 12-weeks to see results, with the best outcomes seen after 24 weeks. Packed with prebiotic fibres, probiotics, polyphenols and soy peptides, Feel claims the sachets aim to stimulate the body's GLP-1 secretion - a satiety hormone that essentially tells your body it's full - to assist with portion control and gradually reduce the urge to snack, reports the Mirror.
One study "aimed to analyse the effectiveness of the GLP-1 Formula (product name: Slim8D No.2) in reducing body weight and exploring its potential as a treatment for obesity."
It observed that "the increase in GLP-1 in the body naturally suppresses appetite, thereby achieving weight loss" and found that the GLP-1 Formula product tested "demonstrated promise in reducing body weight and may serve as an effective alternative therapy for treating obesity."
The Pro Metabolic sachets are packed with ingredients such as kombucha black tea extract, which one study suggests means that "black tea polyphenols have excellent anti-obesity activity without apparent side effects" and they're also rich in probiotics.
A review of six studies on probiotics and obesity argued "the studies didn't all reach the same conclusions about how probiotics affect weight. In 67% of the studies, participants who took probiotics had lower body weight and body mass index (BMI). In 80% of the studies, people who took probiotics had a reduction in waist circumference."
Boris Hodakel, the creator of Feel, shared his excitement about their new product: "We are very excited to launch the long-awaited Feel Pro Metabolic - smart appetite control which naturally supports hunger to make you feel full for longer. By curbing cravings naturally, it reduces hunger signals, making it easier to eat intuitively, without harsh and extreme diets or stimulants - working with your body, not against it."
For those who prefer not to subscribe, Boots Pharmaceuticals offers Appetite Control, a pack of 60 capsules priced at £17.50. These capsules contain a unique fibre complex that helps keep you feeling fuller for longer.
Holland and Barrett also offers an alternative in the form of Apple Cider Vinegar 250mg with the Mother Apple Flavour 60 Gummies, which can be found in their online appetite supplement section. Not only do these gummies have a pleasant apple flavour, but they are also packed with beneficial bacteria that support digestive health.
One satisfied customer of Feel shared their experience: "We have been using the Pro Metabolic for a couple of weeks and I've noticed changes already! Not only do I feel like I am a lot less bloated, but I can genuinely feel that my digestion has improved. I have found that my tendency to snack has definitely lessened as well, but more importantly, this doesn't make your stomach feel upset or achy. It's a brilliant product, which I would definitely have again! Absolute game changer especially for those of us that don't want to take something like synthetic GLP-1!".
Another customer expressed their delight with Feel's product: "I was searching for a natural way to manage my appetite and maintain my weight loss, and this product has been perfect. No complicated preparations, just easy-to-use sachets. Within weeks, I've noticed my hunger levels are more controlled and I haven't got that need to snack any longer."
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Not every review was glowing, as one customer shared their thoughts saying: "Love the selection of products available and that they are all free from animal cruelty. I wish they'd stay clear of artificial sweeteners - that's my only criticism. They also taste great. Looking forward to the results."
Another user, commenting on Pro Metabolic, said: "I've been using the Pro Metabolic for a little while now, and I'm already noticing the benefits. It tastes great, which is always a bonus. It's really easy to use and I can definitely feel the effects already."
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