Xenadrine RFA-1 - Maximum Strength Fat Loss Catalyst
Written: Mar 01 '03 (Updated Aug 21 '06)
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Pros: ‘Maximum Strength’ formula, childproof cap, thermogenic properties.
Cons: Contains Ma Huang, elevated heart rate, jitters.
The Bottom Line: If you've tried other weight loss supplements and they never managed to do it for you, The RFA-1 Xenadrine formula might be worth checking out.
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| Freak369's Full Review: Cytodyne Xenadrine Rfa-1 |
The world of sports nutrition, supplements and enhancements is a multi billion dollar a year industry. From weight loss products to protein powders, no matter where you turn there seems to be a new miracle drug or supplement waiting to ambush you. In this sub culture of the perpetually vain, there are elitist that insist that you have to spend an obscene amount of money in order to not only look good but to feel great. They can often be found at gyms hanging around the juice bar sipping freshly pureed drinks, chatting on cellular phones and handing out business cards offering advice on your stock portfolio. These people never sweat, dirty their gym attire or dare to venture into the free weight area. These are also the same people that live under a little delusional blanket that safeguards them from reality. The distorted reality that taking a thermogenic pill will make them into an Adonis with chiseled abs and bulging pectorals. No, this isn’t Muscle In A Bottle but sadly people fall under the enchantment of the media and exaggerated claims of success and think that all that is needed is a few miracle pills, some water and you will lose weight.
If it were that easy – there would be no overweight people. That is the long and the short of it. Having battled with fat and overcome it I know first hand the psychological effects of being overweight. In a society that pushes the “thin factor”, people are told that if you aren’t an acceptable size you just don’t fit in. While it isn’t exactly healthy to carry extra weight I would rather have a few extra pounds than to constantly count fat grams, calories and monitor every item of food that I eat. That doesn’t mean that I don’t eat responsibly and exercise but I do indulge from time to time. With that being said, I also use supplements to boost my metabolism, give me extra energy and help burn off excess fat. I’m no stranger to the fly by night products that claim to rid your body of fat with only limited results as well as the ones that do actually work. I’ve been a user of Xenadrine RFA-1 for over a year now and can say that the product does work but it might not be fore everyone looking to lose weight.
Xenadrine RFA-1
Manufactured by Cytodyne Technologies, this product is marketed as a “Rapid Fat Loss Catalyst” that will help you lose weight while giving you extra energy in the process. One of the biggest obstacles to overcome when dieting or trying to lose weight outside of food temptation is the sluggish feeling that accompanies a dietary change. By using this product with a sensible exercise routine and modified eating habits you can reach your desired goal a bit easier. Before taking any supplement it is suggested that you first have a physical to determine if there are an preexisting conditions that need to be addressed. Do your research, read the labels and ask others about their own experiences.
Xenadrine RFA-1 contains the following ingredients:
Pantothenic Acid [40 mg], Bitter Orange [85 mg], Ma Haung 335 mg], Guarana Extract [910 mg], White Willow Bark Extract [105 mg], Ginger Root [50 mg], Proprietary ThermoSynergist Blend – which includes L-Tyrosine, Acetyl L-Carnitine, Fisetin, Magnesium Phosphate, DMAE (2-dimethylaminoethanol) [225 mg]. There are several inert ingredients that are also in this supplement blend: Calcium Phosphate, Talc, Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate.
One important thing to mention about these ingredients as well as the claims of the manufacturer is that they have not been approved by the FDA [Food & Drug Administration]. There are ample warnings about using this product if you have a preexisting heart condition, high blood pressure, are pregnant or nursing a child, depression, anxiety and other conditions. It is in your best interest to read the label in its entirety to determine if you have any conditions or illnesses that may be agitated or worsened by taking this product.
Directions For Use
Each person is different and should take the minimum does of this supplement to establish a safe user level. Per the manufacturers recommendations you should take two capsules thirty minutes before you exercise and two additional capsules mid afternoon. This present a little bit of a problem for those that work out at night since caffeine [Gaurana Extract] and Ephedrine [Ma Huang] are both present in this product. If you can drink a few cups off coffee shortly before you go to bed and don’t have any trouble sleeping then you might be able to use this product for evening work outs. I started out using one capsule to see how strong it was and found that it gave me a good boost but not so much that I was experiencing a sudden burst of energy. After using this for a few days I upped the dosage to two capsules about thirty minutes before a work out and had great results with little or no noticeable side effects. As I stated, each person is different and your body size, amount of muscle mass, weight and general health will all play key roles in determining how much Xenadrine RFA-1 you can and should take.
Possible Side Effects
As with any product that contains any type of thermogenic properties, caffeine or ephedra / ephedrine combination there are some small side effects tat you should be made aware of before you decide to purchase or use. Some of the most common are sweating, feeling flushed, elevated heart rate, anxiousness, headache and thirst. When taking this I have experienced some of these but not to a degree that it made me question if I should continue using the product or not. If you experience any type of dizziness, shortness of breath, severe heart palpitations, sleeplessness or any type of uncontrollable tremors you should immediately stop taking this product and consult a physician about these side effects. While they may not pose a health threat they could be underlying factors to an undetected medical condition.
The best advice I can give in regards to Xenadrine RFA-1 is to use your head, read the label carefully and use it with caution. I’ve used this product knowing that there could be unpleasant side effects and when they occurred I was prepared for them [lots of water, slowing down on the treadmill etc] and counter attacked them. The product should not be used by anyone that has had any type of heart trouble, is currently taking any type of medication for depression [this also includes an eight week post prescription cessation warning], enlarged prostate, diabetes or stoke victims. If you have any doubts about using this product consult a qualified doctor that specializes in sports medicine as well as your own physician.
Results
Depending on your initial weight and desired goal weight, you can expect to see some results from Xenadrine RFA-1 in about three to four weeks. This is usually one of the main reasons that people tend to take more than the recommended amount since they feel that the product isn’t working and it won’t hurt them to take a little more. That is only going to come back to haunt you since your body will build up an immunity to it and won’t react to it. If you want to get the most of out of this product try varying the amount that you take. Monday take two capsules before a work out and one in the afternoon, Tuesday take one before you work out and two in the afternoon, Wednesday skip it all together, Thursday take two before you exercise and two in the afternoon – etc. This isn’t carved in stone and is only my personal advice and should not be considered medical advice not should it be used in place of consulting a physician.
Giving yourself time to allow the product to work and your body to show the results of your work is something that not everyone is prepared to do. You didn’t gain those extra pounds over night so don’t expect them to miraculously disappear within a few days. Taking this product with a well rounded exercise program that included cardio vascular work outs will help you lose weight but it shouldn’t be considered a miracle drug or something that you can take without exercising.
Cost
The Xenadrine RFA-1 was about $30.00 when I purchased my first bottle about a year ago. After I tried it and liked it I purchased several more bottles when the whole “ephedrine scare” started and products were being pulled off the shelves. This can still be found at some retail supplement stores as well as online with the average price being $25.00 - $35.00 per bottle of 120 capsules. You should make sure that you are purchasing the Xenadrine RFA-1 not the EFX [ephedrine free] or any of the other Cytodyne family of Xenadrine products as the labels are similar. If you are ordering this over the internet make sure that you are ordering the correct product as well as double checking the package when you receive it. While I hate to admit it, there are some supplement dealers that misrepresent products in order to sell them to people who aren’t knowledgeable in the area of sports supplements.
To keep your cost down you might want to “cycle” your dosage [vary them from day to day but never exceed 4 capsules in a 24 hour period] so your body doesn’t become used to it. You can also try using different weight loss supplements on a schedule where you rotate them once a week. Do not mix different weight loss products or exceed any recommended dosage amounts. Only try to cycle your weight loss supplements after you have tried them and used them for at least a month with no side effects. If you try to cycle products that are new you might not know which one is giving you the best results as well as ones that might be giving you unpleasant side effects.
The Bottom Line
If you are looking for a weight loss product that will give you amazing results providing that you eat right and exercise then give Xenadrine RFA-1 a try. Make sure that you read the bottle before you use it and tell family members that you are going to be using this product in case something should happen and you need medical assistance. I’ve used this product and have had great results from it but my experiences aren’t what counts here – all I can do is share my personal experiences in the hopes that they will give you some solid information when you choose a weight loss supplement. This product should be used by persons that are in good general health and have been given medical clearance to use products that contain the above listed ingredients.
I am not a physician and all information in this product review should be considered as educational matter. Please keep this and all medications out of the reach of children. This product comes with a child safety cap however children can easily learn to open the cap by watching an adult remove the lid. This product should not be used by any person under the age of 18 and most stores an internet retailers are now requesting identification or a digital signature when purchasing products containing ephedrine or an ephedra based product.
As always, thanks for the visit!
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© 2003 Freak369
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