What makes Herbalife different from other health/nutrition brands?
Some products are FOOD SUPPLEMENTS meaning they still have to be taken along with regular food. Most of these are even higher in calorie per serving than Herbalife and are NOT Low Glycemic Index Certified.
Herbalife Formula 1 Nutritional Shake Mix is for MEAL REPLACEMENT and it is labeled as FOOD by the BFAD and FDA, not as vitamins or supplements. It has a very low calorie content of only 80 calories per serving with 114 complete and balanced nutrients, zero trans fat and zero cholesterol.
Most importantly, it has a LOW GLYCEMIC INDEX which means that it breaks down more slowly in the stomach which leads to a very slow rise in blood sugar levels unlike most food.To compare, the GI of white rice is 64 and the GI of an apple is 39 but the GI of a Herbalife Vanilla Shake is only 16. This is ideal for diabetics and individuals who want to manage their weight.
Are the products really all natural?
Yes. They are all natural. All the products are extracted from the best countries worldwide and Herbalife has invested on labs and manufacturing companies on those specific countries. The contents of the products are extracted from natural herbs and plants of the finest quality to ensure a safe, clean and 100% natural journey to healthy nutrition.
Do any of the products pose certain notable side-effects?
The effects of the products generally vary on the person consuming them. For a few people, they go through some cleansing symptoms like slight diarrhea and light headed-ness which means that their bodies are responding positively to the cleansing process that the product is really intended to cause. Most people who experience this "housecleaning" simply have to increase water intake to flush the toxins out. On the other hand, some people don't experience or notice any changes at all. The effects really depend on the amount of toxins in each person's body.
On average, how long does it take for results to be visible?
When you replace one meal (either breakfast, lunch or dinner) for 5 days while consistently taking it and slowly increasing water intake, you will lose 2-3 pounds. We recommend that during the 5 day trial, do not consume canned goods and noodles which are high in sodium, since it depletes your body water content. Also avoid bread which is high in trans fat. People who try the product out for a month have more visible effects, losing around 5-7 pounds depending on the frequency of intake of the products.