Now Slim

Korean Ginseng, Damiana (powder), Ginger Root, Gotu Kola (powder)

Korean Ginseng is an herbal supplement to be taken orally as adaptogens, aphrodisiacs, nourishing stimulants, and in the treatment of type II diabetes, including sexual dysfunction in men. The medical efficacy of Ginseng remains unproven. It has been difficult to verify the medicinal benefits of ginseng using science, as there are contradictory results from different studies, possibly due to the wide variety and quality of ginseng used in studies. High-quality studies of the effects of ginseng are rare. No FDA guidelines support this herbal supplement.

Damiana (powder) is used as a sexual stimulant to treat erectile dysfunction and anorgasmia; to tone, balance, and strengthen the central nervous system and for emotional stress, depression, and anxiety; for general hormonal balancing; for nervous stomach, colic, and dyspepsia; for mood disorders (hypochondria, obsessive compulsive disorder, neurosis, and paranoia). No FDA guidelines support this herbal supplement.

Ginger root is widely used as a digestive aid for mild stomach upset and is commonly recommended by health care professionals to help prevent or treat nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness, pregnancy, and cancer chemotherapy. It is also believed to support inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, and may even be used in heart disease or cancer. No FDA guidelines support this herbal supplement.

Gotu Kola, also known as Indian Pennywort is one of the most widely used and important Ayurvedic herbs (alternative medicine) on the market today. There is some belief that Gotu Kola helps improve memory. Some study results suggest that it may help with memory and cognitive disabilities as well as helping the body overcome stress and fatigue. However it should be noted that those with mild to moderate depression might want to use caution. Some testing done in India indicates it may act as a very mild depressant. No FDA guidelines support this herbal supplement.

£59.99 including VAT taxes (about $90 US currency)/40 day supply

Now Slim has a singular website devoted to convincing consumers of its “breakthrough” slimming tablet’s effectiveness. ”Simming tablet” is how the United Kingdom refers to their weight loss supplements. The distribution of their product appears to be limited to chains within the United Kingdom. US distributors are slim to none (no pun intended). No guarantee, research, or scientific studies are mentioned on the website.

Stimulant-free

Does not contain a proven thermogenic (fat burner)

Does not contain a proven appetite suppressant

Does not provide scientific data to support product claims

No satisfaction guarantee

Every now and again this reviewer is left to scratch my head as I try to ascertain what exactly a product hopes to provide for the consumer. Now Slim seems to be one such product. The ingredients contained in Now Slim are a veritable brew of presumed energy herbs and aphrodisiacs. Perhaps by supplementing the diet with these herbal supplements “activity” will increase therefore causing a natural thermogenic reaction in the body. One can only speculate!

There are better formulated weight loss supplements on the market today that are supported with sound scientific research. A smart consumer would do well to thoroughly research the popular appetite suppressants and thermogenics (fat burners) available today before parting with their money. Reputable weight loss supplements added to a healthy eating plan, moderate and consistent exercise, and plenty of hydration can become the best weight loss aid possible.