Dieters are always looking for the “next big thing” in weight loss. The Slimvance® Core Slimming Complex by Body Dynamix might be it for 2018. Combined with reliable fat-burners in GNC-exclusive Slimvance Thermogenic, Core Slimming Complex’s clinical research suggests results-multiplying fat loss benefits.
But is there any substance behind the Slimvance Core Slimming Complex Thermogenic claims? Will this weight loss supplement help you burn more calories, lose more inches and shed more pounds as advertised? Let’s find out in this Slimvance Thermogenic review.
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About Slimvance Thermogenic
Slimvance Thermogenic is a new fat loss supplement that is billed as a breakthrough by GNC, where it is exclusively sold. It is made by Body Dynamix, which is owned by a subsidiary of GNC. Slimvance Thermogenic features Slimvance Core Slimming Complex, a patented, synergistic and clinically backed blend of three traditional spices. Formula notes:
- 6X more weight loss, 3X hip & waist reduction. Like other weight loss supplements, Slimvance makes some big claims. But unlike other fat burners, Slimvance also seems to have some research backing their claims.
- Burn 12X the calories. Another evidence-backed claim that makes sense given this formula’s “thermogenic” focus. Raise body heat, burn more calories.
- Capsimax®. It’s not the formula’s driving force, but Capsimax is a high-quality form of one of the best natural fat burner ingredients: Cayenne pepper.
Slimvance Thermogenic Supplement Facts |
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| Serving Size Two Capsules | |
| Ingredients | Amount Per Serving |
| Niacin | 20 mg |
| Slimvance® Patented Blend | 450 mg |
| Moringa oleifera leaf extract, Murraya koenigii leaf extract, curcuma longa root extract (standardized to Curcuminoids = 31.5 mg) | |
| Caffeine Anhydrous | 200 mg |
| Garcinia Cambogia Fruit Extract (60% Hydroxycitric Acid) | 100 mg |
| Capsimax™ Fruit Extract (Capsicum annum) | 33.34 mg |
| Piperine from Black Pepper Fruit Extract (Piper nigrum) | 5 mg |
| Other ingredients: Gelatine, microcrystalline cellulose, hydroxypropylcellulose, calcium silicate, magnesium stearate vegetable source, titanium dioxide (mineral whitener), artificial colors (FD&C Red #3, FD&C Yellow #6). | |
| Slimvance Thermogenic Directions: As a dietary supplement, take two capsules twice daily. For best results, take one serving in the morning and then another serving 30 to 60 minutes prior to exercise approximately 4 to 6 hours later. Do not exceed recommended dose of Slimvance per day or combine with other products containing stimulants, such as caffeine. Do not take before bedtime. | |
Slimvance Thermogenic supplies tried-and-true fat burners with a unique twist: The Slimvance® Patented Blend.
Whenever any supplement has a patented, research-backed ingredient, we take notice. These ingredients add a lot of mojo to fat loss supplements, where consumers are always looking for unique breakthroughs.
- Best5 Editor’s Note: Slimvance Thermogenic by Body Dynamix is ranked #4 on our Best 5 Fat Burner Supplements 2019 Edition.
Let’s take a look at Slimvance Thermogenic’s unique blend and how its other ingredients combine with it to form an overall fat-burning formula strategy.
Slimvance Patented Blend (Core Slimming Complex), 450 mg
This is the sexy special sauce that makes this thermogenic stack go boom.
The Slimvance Core Slimming Complex is a patented weight loss blend (recorded under US Patent No. 8541383) that supplies 3 traditional herbs that are claimed to work synergistically to support weight loss:
- Moringa oleifera leaf – Supplies a ton of active ingredients including botanical antioxidants; some evidence shows blood sugar-regulating effects
- Murraya koenigii leaf – Also known as curry leaf, this Ayurvedic herb is prized in traditional herbalism for its wide array of biological activities, and is a rich source of active alkaloid compounds
- Curcuma longa root – Also known as turmeric. In this blend it is standardized to supply 31.5 mg of total curcuminoids. Turmeric is known for its inflammation-modulating properties, but also supplies antioxidant activity that can be helpful during weight loss.
According to the makers of Slimvance, these three traditional herbs produce synergistic weight loss effects when combined.
They crystallize Core Slimming Complex’s far-burner benefits into two primary mechanisms of action:
- Regulating Lipogenesis. By this, they mean the complex appears to help block the formation of new fat cells;
- Promoting Lipolysis. This is the process by which the body breaks down fat cells, which has clear implications for weight loss efforts.
There are a whole lot of claims surrounding Slimvance Core Slimming Complex. But that’s nothing new. A lot of fat-burner supplements make a whole lot of claims.
What’s different about Slimvance is that it is a rare branded weight loss ingredient that has not one, but two well-designed human clinical studies that seem to suggest the blend actually works:
- In one study of 25 adults, Slimvance taken 60 minutes before treadmill exercise appeared to yield a 3% increase in calories burned during exercise, and a 12X increase in calorie burning for up to an hour after exercising (versus placebo)
- In the second study of 140 overweight adults, Slimvance supplementation for 16 weeks was found to show significant weight loss benefits starting at the two-week mark, with final slimming benefits averaging 12 pounds lost overall and two inches lost around the waist.
Best5 Awards: In 2019 Slimvance Thermogenic was named to our list of the Best 5 Fat Burner Supplement for Women
We’ve got a lot of thoughts on Slimvance Core Slimming Complex that we will save for the Formula Analysis below. For now, let’s continue with our review of Slimvance Thermogenic formula’s other fat burner ingredients.
Garcinia Cambogia Fruit Extract (60% Hydroxycitric Acid), 100 mg
Garcinia is either the gift that keeps giving, or the diet fad that won’t go away, depending on how you feel about it. Here at B5, we have to acknowledge that Garcinia cambogia has been going strong for years now — signifying that it might just be more than a fad.
Slimvance Thermogenic supplies Garcinia cambogia standardized to 60% Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA), which is a pretty strong level of the fruit’s active weight loss ingredient, found in its purple rind.
Nobody really knows how HCA works. However, there is an increasing body of scientific research that suggests HCA might help with fat loss programs by:
- Regulating some of the bioactivities involved in fat storage
- Promoting neurotransmitters that are involved in appetite control
- Supporting fat metabolism
Capsimax® Fruit Extract, 33.34 mg
Capsimax is actually an advanced form of cayenne red pepper, which delivers some red-hot thermogenic fat-burning activity.
For some reason Slimvance doesn’t just come right out and say what Capsimax® is: A patented supplement form of cayenne pepper.
One of the greatest natural fat-burning herbs on the market, cayenne supplies active compounds called capsaicinoids that help to support weight loss programs via two main mechanisms of action:
- Thermogenesis: Cayenne capsaicinoids seem to act on stimulatory neurotransmitters that rev up the body’s engine, so to speak. This raises body temperature, thereby increasing number of calories burned
- Fat Oxidation: Capsaicinoids are suggested to help the body preferentially burn stored fats as an energy source. In theory, this means your calorie-burning workout will have a bigger impact on your waistline.
Capsimax is a high-quality, proprietary form of cayenne that uses a beadlet system to buffer the spice’s active ingredients in the stomach. Since they are released later in the GI tract, Capsimax capsaicinoids avoid the stomach-burning side effects of regular cayenne powder.
Piperine from Black Pepper Fruit Extract, 5 mg
You know that Best5 supplement reviews always give kudos to formulas that use piperine — especially fat-burner formulas.
This unique ingredient is a bioenhancer that works by making other ingredients more absorbable and bioavailable.
- In essence, black pepper extract can bump up the potency of an entire formula.
The twist is, black pepper extract also has its own fat-burning and sensory properties. So in addition to boosting the bioavailability of other nutrients, it also brings thermogenic activity to the formula.
Slimvance Thermogenic supplies 5 mg of piperine. Usually we see a total black pepper extract that is standardized for piperine. Slimvance Thermogenic appears to be more direct in its labeling, and that 5 mg is a good starting point dosage for black pepper’s various benefits.
Caffeine Anhydrous, 200 mg
The Slimvance Thermogenic formula is quite sophisticated up until this last point. Caffeine. We all know it, and most of us love it. In addition to boosting alertness, caffeine has been shown in research to help promote a good metabolic state for losing weight.
200 mg is a moderately large caffeine dose in the fat burner supplement world, so keep in mind the usual disclaimers: Stimulant-driven fat loss isn’t for everybody, and you may encounter some jittery side effects.
Formula Analysis
There are a lot of things we like about this thermogenic formula found at GNC.
Cayenne pepper, for example, is one of our top rated fat burner supplement ingredients. It is natural, evidence-backed, and helps weight loss in a few ways — including bringing thermogenic activity.
- The Capsimax® in Slimvance Thermogenic is a great brand of cayenne, known for its quality, potency and for being easy on the stomach (thanks to its patented technology).
Black pepper extract complements the red pepper with additional thermogenic activity while boosting absorption of other ingredients in the formula. So far, that is a 1-2 thermogenic punch that we can get on board with.
Garcinia has, at this point, cemented its place as more than just a fad weight loss supplement. In this formula, Garcinia supplies fat breakdown and metabolism benefits that seem to line up nicely with the peppers’ thermogenic activity. Caffeine, meanwhile, does what it does best – stimulating body and mind while optimizing metabolic function for fat loss.
The four ingredients that we have just mentioned are all credible fat loss supplements. Each one is backed by good research. All of the dosages look pretty good, although the cayenne pepper is a little low. On their own, these four ingredients would form a reliable, credible and conservative fat-burning stack.
But then things get crazy with the Slimvance Patented Blend.
Slimvance Core Slimming Complex: This patented, trademarked, award-winning blend is apparently where the magic happens.
This blend is what truly makes Slimvance Thermogenic unique. With the other ingredients in this formula, science has a reasonable idea of how they might work to promote fat loss. But that is not so with the blend. All that we know is that these three traditional herbs are supposed to work in synergy.
When we looked at the research behind each one, we did not see any clinical studies demonstrating weight loss results individually. However, in combination, in this specific patented blend, there are two clinical studies that do demonstrate weight loss benefits.
So does the Slimvance blend work for fat loss, or not? The herbs in the blend are all pretty well regarded in herbalism practices. They supply a long, long list of potential active compounds. And, they do seem to promote healthy function in areas that are related to weight loss.
For example, there are inflammation-modulating affect in the three herbs that may be significant since inflammation is linked to weight gain. Some of these herbs’ blood-sugar-regulating activities may also help to indirectly support fat loss efforts.
It is all theory for now, and we don’t know exactly how these herbs work. Nevertheless, the two clinical studies supporting the blend suggests some compelling multifaceted benefits for weight loss.
In this Slimvance Thermogenic review, we must give props to the product’s skillful formulation. What we have here is a reliable set of fat-burning compounds combined with a theoretical yet promising blend – so in essence this formula gives you the best of both worlds.
Best5 Awards: In 2019 Slimvance Thermogenic was named to our list of the Best 5 Fat Burner Supplement for Women
Slimvance Thermogenic Benefits
Slimvance Thermogenic is promoted as a thermogenic supplement. That would suggest that its main benefit involves promoting the natural pathways that culminate in an increase in body temperature. In this way, thermogenesis helps to enhance the body’s calorie-burning processes.
- Slimvance Thermogenic’s main claim of “12 X more calorie burn” underscores this main thermogenic benefit, as does it claims for weight loss along with hip and waist reduction.
This formula is more complex than just thermogenic activity, however. It may also help to promote weight loss by playing a role in the body’s blood sugar, appetite, fat storage and fat breakdown mechanisms.
In addition, with that caffeine and black pepper extract, Slimvance Thermogenic will boost alertness and possibly bring some sensory effects, which may intensify workouts and help you burn off more pounds when training.
Who Takes It?
Slimvance Thermogenic is sold exclusively at GNC, so by default, it is taken by GNC customers. People who want to lose weight and are seeking the hot new fat loss formula will naturally gravitate to this product. And, due to the exotic and theoretical herbals in its Core Slimming Complex, Slimvance Thermogenic will be appealing to people who like to roll the dice on emerging and trendy fat loss ingredients.
In theory, anyone can take this product. However, it appears to have some intense stimulant activity, so if you are out of shape or have health concerns proceed with caution before taking this product, or even better, take it under your doctor’s direction.
Any Side Effects?
It is interesting to note that other stimulant-driven fat burners often have a bold label warning on any and all possible side effects. Slimvance Thermogenic has no such details, just a very basic and brief warning. Does that mean there are no side effects to be concerned about? We are not so sure.
If you don’t consume stimulants on a regular basis, then 200 mg of caffeine may bring typical caffeine side effects such as nervousness, tremors and jitters.
However, in this Slimvance Thermogenic review we say the formula seems to be well-tolerated, with little risk of side effects. When manufacturers do actual human clinical trials on the products, as in this case, it is easier to make that claim – because you can actually demonstrate safety and tolerability.
Slimvance Thermogenic Review Summary
Pros
- Slimvance Patented Blend. If it works like it does in research, then this award winning blend is a huge advantage. It is patented, and can only be used in Slimvance.
- Capsimax Cayenne. Not only is it a powerful fat burner from nature, but they give you one of the top-shelf brands that is more effective and easier on the stomach.
- Balanced formulation. The exotic herbal blend is a roll of the dice, but the other ingredients hedge the bet with reliable fat-burning activity.
- Black Pepper extract. Always a good sign for smart fat burner supplement formulation because it increases bioavailability of other nutrients while supplying its own thermogenic activity at the same time
- Strong Garcinia Cambogia. Standardized to 60% of the active fat-burning compound HCA; looks like a potent, quality ingredient.
Cons
- Lower Cayenne dosage. Cayenne pepper is a great fat burner, and Capsimax is the best brand of cayenne… but that 33 mg is on the low end of what you find in weight loss supplements.
- Not a “Clean Label”. Contains additives like Titanium Dioxide (Mineral Whitener) and artificial colors (FD&C Red #3, FD&C Yellow #6), in a gelatin, non-vegan capsule. Meh.
Pricing & Where to Buy
- $59.99 for 60 capsules (15 servings, only)
- Available at GNC and other retailers
Slimvance Thermogenic is available mainly in one place: GNC. Its price tag, around $60, is on the high end of fat burner supplements. You can also shop around for deals on this product on Amazon and other retailers.
Final Word on Slimvance Thermogenic
Slimvance Thermogenic seems to have a fat burner formula design that we can appreciate – combining the reliable support that we want when we invest in a weight loss supplement with the mysterious unknown potential of an emerging “latest and greatest” herbal slimming blend.
This Slimvance Thermogenic review concludes it is definitely worth a try. And, since Slimvance Thermogenic has two clinical studies associated with it, you can compare your results with the study results and get a more definitive answer on whether or not this supplement works for you.
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Best5 Awards: In 2019 Slimvance Thermogenic was named in our list of the Best 5 Fat Burner Supplement for Women
Related Reviews
- Slimvance Stimulant Free Review
- Slimvance Thermogenic vs. Instant Knockout
- Best 5 Fat Burner Supplements – 2017 Edition
Updates
- Updated 1/2019 – Related reviews and Best-in-Class Competitors added
- Updated 6/2019 – Named to Best 5 Fat Burners for Women
The price is right 59.99 but it’s only for 30 day supply not 60. That is pretty pricey for only 30 days.
Hi Mary, your observation is correct, as is our info: 60 capsules, 2X capsules per serving, 30-day supply. On our next update we will check for any pricing changes, and make this information clearer in our Where to Buy section. But agreed, ultimately Slimvance Thermogenic is on the expensive side. However, since its initial launch at GNC, it looks like Slimvance is available at some other outlets, including Amazon. Maybe that means we’ll see some deals on this product in the future.
So funny as i just bought this at GNC and i was sitting hefe reading about it and the reviews and up came a commercial on tv… it is expensive though..good to know its on Amazon..feeling hopeful
I just purchased today at GNC 120 capsules for $59.99.
I did too! Good price.
I don’t think it’s that expensive for something that is backed by a study not just paid testimonials. Ever priced out Performix products? Buy into personal trainer programs? Etc.. this is in the middle product wise. I paid 75 and 125 for similar products that kinda worked but since I’ve been on this slimvance I have lost around the waist not just weight. I’m down 1/2 inch and 12lbs in 3 weeks and all I did was add this to my supplements
Question….do you have the thermogenic and if so are tou taking it according ro the directiona on thw bottle? Because the guy @ gnc told me to take 1 capsule twice daily even though the bottle says 2 capsules twice daily
This is what I do. I do extensive workouts and 2 capsules twice daily is almost ‘ too much’ for me. So i paid $60 for 120 pills which will last me 2 months taking it this way. I feel the price is great because i have used the Proformix in the past and they are quite expensive. I’m liking this product already, and after reading all the rather great proven facts and reviews, I’m very anxious to see the results it gives me.
SLIMVANCE DOES NOT WORK AND IF U LOSE WEIGHT TAKING IT,IT IS DUE TO U EXCERCISING NOT THE PILL…I TOOK IT DONE IT ALL AND NOT ONE POUND LOST…IT IS WAY TO EXPENSIVE AND THE GNC EMPLOYEES ARE TRAINED TO LIE AND PUSH IT ON YOU..NOW I AM OUT OF MY MONEY AND WILL TELL EVERYONE THAT IT DOES NOT WORK!!!SLIMVANCE=RIP OFF
Not all products work the same on everyone. My first month taking slimvance I lost 7 lbs without any excercse.. I’m not alone I had 3 friends that started slimvance at the same time and lost even more than myself and never even exercised. We are thrilled with the results and just started my second month with exercising. Can’t wait to see what happens
And by the way I manage a GNC and have heard only amazing feedback from my customers.
do you took two pills twice daily? or 1 pill twice a day?
I also bought CLA and am unsure how to combine the two? since they both say take two pills twice daily :/ I know you are supposed to take CLA before meals, and Slimvance only says to take it in the morning but should I take it before breakfast or after?
I took it for the first time today and have a shooting pain in my head that I never had before! I threw my bottle away. Better safe than sorry
they are offering at GNC right now if you purchase $40 dollars in store, You will receive a bottle for free. I’d get it while u can…lol
It says take 2 capsules (twice daily). That’s two servings per day. 60 capsules will only last you 15 days then, not 30 days.
You are right, Alyssa. This makes it even more expensive. Thank you for pointing this out; our Slimvance Thermogenic review has now been corrected.
My bottle says 1 capsule 30 mins before breakfast and dinner. Not to exceed recommended daily dose.
Serving size One Capsule
Serving per container 60
I am just starting this option as I have been tracking my food intake daily and running 20+ miles per week training for half marathons and have not lost any weight. I am currently 40lbs heavier then I was 4 years ago and 40lbs more then I should be.
I had my lab work including thyroid checked. I think my metabolism just stopped working. I am hopeful this will work. I have not tried anything like this before. We will see.
Hi Erin, your bottle must be Slimvance Stimulant Free. Essentially, Slimvance Stimulant Free costs half as much as Thermogenic. We have a pricing comparison chart in our Slimvance Thermogenic vs. Slimvance Stimulant review.
We have also added an image of the Stimulant Free directions and serving size right here, also at the very bottom of our updated Slimvance Stimulant Free review.
For some reason, the wording on Stimulant Free’s Directions feels a little ambiguous, at least to me. Slimvance Thermogenic’s directions are far more detailed, and crystal clear.
Erin, even though you have not lost the weight (yet), you still win at LIFE because you are running 20+ miles per week, training for half-marathons. B5 gotta recognize! Keep up the great work, good luck with your weight loss and thank you for your comment.
My bottle has 120 capsules
I want to lose weight. I brought the Slimvance but I don’t exercise will it still work for me?
The Slimvance Core Slimming Complex is backed by a study that shows it helped people lose more weight when they took the supplement along with an 1,800 calorie daily intake and a “walking program.” This is their big clinical study. “Walking Program” sounds like light exercise to us.
To best replicate the clinically backed fat loss results of the Core Slimming Complex, we suggest you try that program: 1800 calories daily, and a walking program. Shoot for 10,000 steps a day. We don’t think you can expect those same results if you are completely sedentary. Keep in mind that high-profile fat burner supplements like these are always intended to be taken as part of a diet and exercise program.
As an aside, going with the Slimvance Stimulant Free formula is a smarter idea if you are just starting out on your weight loss journey. It is gentler and more conservative, with none of the risks or side effects that may be associated with the stimulant-driven Slimvance Thermogenic formula.
You can read more of our thoughts on who should take which formulation in our Slimvance Thermogenic vs. Slimvance Stimulant Free review. Thank you for your question, and good luck losing that weight. You can do it!
I have been taking this for about two weeks now and it has a great result. I am in the process of leaning up and trying to lose 15 pounds. So far I have dropped 7 in my first week and a half. I like this product.
Hi Shawna, thanks for sharing how this product is working for you. Sounds like you have good results so far! Keep up the great work, and please keep us posted on your progress.
Shawna, what kind of diet and exercise are you doing along with this?
Can you take this product while on pre workout or do I have to stop taking pre workout ?
What does it mean when it says “30 to 60 min before workout approximately 4-6 hours later” ?
It depends on the pre-workout supplement you are taking. Some pre-workouts are loaded with stimulants, including caffeine. Slimvance Thermogenic is pretty intense in those respects. It doesn’t make sense to stack super-stimulation on top of more super-stimulation, regardless of what supplement category you are talking about. That is one reason why here at B5, we like stim-free formulas, in general.
In any case, if you are taking a pre-workout that you like, and that pre-workout is stimulant-driven and/or spiked with thermogenics, then it seems like a better idea to stack it with Slimvance Stimulant-Free rather than Slimvance Thermogenic.
Please return and let us know what stack you decide upon, and how it works out for you.
It’s just caffeine and capsaicin. Save the money and drink coffee or take caffeine pills. Oh, and eat some spicy foods too.
Come on, now, JayDee, let’s be fair and honest here. Slimvance Thermogenic is also Niacin, the patented Core Slimming Complex (moringa, turmeric, curry leaf), garcinia cambogia and black pepper extract. In addition, its Capsimax is patented cayenne pepper that won’t burn a hole in your stomach — unlike the coffee-cayenne-pepper smoothies you seem to be proposing.
Slimvance is more than caffeine and capsaicin.
The real X factor is that Core Slimming Complex. It is backed by a human research study (although that study was sponsored by Slimvance, hmmm).
Your point about price is well-taken. Slimvance is expensive. And you are correct, you could actually make a cheap and effective DIY fat burner stack with caffeine and peppers. If you do, we recommend the following:
1. Take the cayenne pepper as Capsimax or a similar standardized, buffered form. Save your stomach.
2. Take the nootropic L-Theanine along with the El Cheapo caffeine pills. L-Theanine will help to maintain your mellow while on the potentially harsh capsaicin+caffeine fat burning program.
Thank you for your comment and please return to let us know if you tried Slimvance or the Caffeine+Cayenne stack for weight loss.
Is it safe to take after taking pre workout?
We just replied to a similar question. Ultimately, the answer should come really from GNC and Slimvance. In the opinion of Best5 Supplements, however, the safety and tolerability of Slimvance Thermogenic PLUS a Pre-Workout is unknown and probably not worth the risk. A couple of B5 readers have already commented on some side effects with this formula, which makes stacking it with a pre-workout even more questionable.
To us it makes a lot more sense to take Slimvance Stimulant Free in combination with a Pre-Workout supplement. That’s kind of the whole point of Slimvance Stimulant Free (versus Slimvance Thermogenic) — it delivers fat loss support without relying on any caffeine, thermogenics or stimulants. This is also why stim-free formulas are like a Holy Grail in the diet pill supplement category.
In conclusion, it may be better to stack a) stim-driven pre-workout + stim-free fat-burner OR b) stim-free pre-workout + stim-driven fat burner.
But NOT stim-driven pre-workout + stim-driven fat-burner. It just does not seem like a good idea, for safety and tolerability reasons.
I am confused… the guy at GNC told me I only needed to take 1 tablet first thing in the morning and that was all I needed to take. The directions on the bottle says to take 2. Which is it??? 1 0r 2???
Joyce, are you sure you have Slimvance Thermogenic? It sounds more like you have Slimvance Stimulant Free, which is 1 tablet per serving. Here are the Stimulant Free supplement facts.
If it is indeed Slimvance Stimulant Free that you have, then GNC Guy is wrong. You are supposed to take 1 tablet, 2X daily. This delivers 900 mg of the Core Slimming Complex daily, which is the research-backed dosage.
GNC Guy is not alone: Slimvance Stimulant Free directions are poorly written, just ambiguous enough to create confusion.
Correction: If it is indeed Slimvance THERMOGENIC that you have, then the GNC guy is wrong…
Thanks Vanessa. Remarkably, either way GNC guy is wrong.
Hi. I just wanted to chime in on the dosage confusion. The wording on the bottle is odd. The serving size of the thermogenic is 2 capsules. You take 1 SERVING (2 capsules) in the morning. You take another SERVING (2 capsules) at least 4-6 hours later. They recommend that you take the supplement 30-1 hour before your workout. I’m not sure if it matters if it’s in the morning or the evening.
I take mine in the morning before work out and the other two in the afternoon! The manager at GNC told me that the bottle is basing their views off of most people working out in the evening but it doesn’t matter if you work out in the morning or evening just make sure to take the pills before your work out!!
So do I take one in the morning and then work out or one in morning and about 4-6 hours later take another one and then work out ?
Hi Drea, Slimvance Thermogenic requires more than 2 capsules daily. You may have purchased Slimvance Stimulant Free. For Stimulant Free, they say take one capsule before breakfast and one capsule before dinner. It seems like they want you to time it before you eat, rather than timing it before you work out.
Hello, I like the ingredients in Thermgenic.; due to the Garcinia Cambodia.. However the caffeine is giving me a slight headache. Can I take 1 pill a day and still be affective. Or should I switch to the stimulant free with garcinia cambogia
Hi Tee, if you are sensitive to caffeine, then you should probably avoid Slimvance Thermogenic (and other caffeinated fat burners). Switching to Slimvance Stimulant Free seems like a good idea, which stacks nicely with Body Dynamix Super Citrimax, a top-shelf Garcinia Cambogia product.
I just bought this today I was debating between a prework out and these the lady at gnc told me these would most definitely work …… so I’m in the process of it I took two today so hopefully in the next couple weeks I see results I also eat healthy and workout ….. now can I roll on my sweet sweat with this to or no before I workout?
Hi Millie, we don’t see any reason why you couldn’t use Sweet Sweat along with Slimvance Thermogenic. As we discuss in our Sweet Sweat review, it’s a “spot-slimming” product that encourages loss of water weight wherever you apply it. In theory, taking a good Thermogenic fat-burner supplement might work really well in combination with Sweet Sweat. Please let us know how it works out for you.
I have been taking this product, Slimvance Core Slimming Complex, for a few days now, I like it, haven’t really seen any results, but I’m patient. I do have few questions….
I do drink coffee or an energy drink every morning. Is that okay while taking the pill?
Also, I have noticed that it makes me really dehydrated, so far in the last 4 hours I have had 85 oz of water. Is that normal? Obviously it’s not a bad thing just want to see if that could be a common cause.
Lastly I take Apple Cider Vinegar pills, because who wants to drink that stuff, does that counteract with the pill?
Hi Tiffany, Slimvance Thermogenic already has caffeine in it, plus thermogenics. Coffee or energy drinks in conjunction with this product is really a matter of your stimulant tolerance. But it doesn’t seem like the best idea to us to stack caffeine upon caffeine in this way.
We haven’t had any other comments about dehydration side effects with this product; that might be a good question for Body Dynamix, the manufacturer.
Apple Cider Vinegar in part works by delaying gastric emptying. Slimvance Thermogenic supplies a special form of Cayenne Pepper (Capsimax) that is designed to release in the intestines, thereby eliminating “burning” stomach sensations associated with hot peppers. It doesn’t seem to make sense to take a delay-release cayenne supplement with ACV that slows gastric emptying… but again, Body Dynamix will likely have a more precise answer to that question.
I have only taken it a few days also but have noticed that I am getting dehydrated also. My jaw has even tightened up so I googled it and it said that dehydration can be a cause for jaw pain and difficulty opening mouth widely..
Thanks for sharing your experience. This dehydration complaint seems to be a trend with Slimvance Thermogenic. We cannot stress this enough: If you’re taking a thermogenic, you gotta pound the H20. If that’s still not enough, consider taking water with coconut crystals and pink salt to help improve hydration efficiency and restore lost electrolytes. If the jaw clenching doesn’t improve, you might want to try the Stim-Free Slimvance formula, or one of our other top-rated fat burners.
I have been taking 2 capsule twice daily thats four day. based on the instruction which says 2 capsule twice daily which isn’t really clear. also it has been a week and I do workout 5 times a week and haven’t noticed anything.
I have been taking this product for two (2) days and it is giving me energy and I’m feeling good. I do have a slight headache. My question will this subside if I continue the product, or will drinking more water help? I don’t want to use the stimulant free version. Thank you
Hi Andrew, definitely try increasing your water intake. Thermogenics and caffeine is a recipe for dehydration, which can lead to headaches. It’s always a good idea to drink more water while taking a fat burner, or when trying to lose weight in general. We suggest giving the product a little more time too; at only 2 days in your body may be adjusting to the intense stimulating activity. Body Dynamix or Slimvance may have better answers to your questions, so consider asking them as well.
It’s worth noting that we have had some other comments that mentioned slight headaches and dehydration, so perhaps these side effects are not uncommon with Slimvance Thermogenic. In any case, take care with it, and please return to let us know if drinking more water helped to ease the headaches you are experiencing. Thanks for your question.
I bought the Slimvance thermo @ $59.99 for 120 pills 2 weeks ago. I started it the very next day. I have been exercising for a long time so that is not new to me, nor is caffeine. But I have yet to “feel” anything or see results. I have actually gained 5 lbs.! I feel and look bloated. I walk/run 3 miles everyday on my treadmill, incline and adjust speeds. I am concerned this is not working for me. My calories are low and I am gluten and grain free. I am at my wits end trying to find something to help me lose 15-20 lbs., not gain it. I just turned 55 and my health is great. I know being a woman at this age has disadvantages to weight loss, but I also it it not impossible. What can I do to work with this product? I would like to get results in my last 30 days.
Hi Sandie, the main Slimvance study found that people starting seeing results after two weeks of supplementation. Overall benefits were recorded after 16 weeks of supplementation in that study. So perhaps you are just now entering the time where you will see some early results.
I normally would suggest you keep taking it for another two weeks and see if you have made any more progress. If not, at that point, return the unused product to GNC, which probably has a good return policy. The fact that you have gained 5 pounds is concerning, however, so you might also consider just stopping Slimvance right now.
It sounds like you are doing everything right otherwise, so stay the course. Mature women do indeed have unique weight loss challenges. Come back soon because Best5 is now working on a Best Weight Loss Supplements for Women article that will address those challenges and recommend fat burners that may be more effective for women.
Thank you for your comment and please keep us posted on how you are progressing on your journey.
Do I take it,before or after workout?
I do my Gym everyday in the mornings.
Please let me know if is before or after!
Thanks
Take it before your workout. But since Slimvance Thermogenic is highly stimulating, it’s probably a good idea to avoid taking caffeine and stim-driven pre-workout formulas at the same time. A stim-free Pre-workout would be fine though.
Iv been taking slimvance thermogenic for 2 1/2 weeks and I love it an have seen results but today when I took it for the first time few mins afterwards I started feeling a tingling sensation, rednessn, an slight swelling my hands an upper lip could this be due to not enough water intake or dehydration fort time iv had any problems or concerns about it an I love this product but concerned
Hello I am a little concerned
I am in proses of loosing weight and getting muscle I do work out 5 days a week including cardio I need just a bit of help loosing fat an order to gain muscle so I started taking this pills but my main concern is if at some point I decided to stop taking them am I going to have what’s call rebound effect suns I tent to gain lots of fat and loose muscle
My diet now is no carbs only protein and minerals and some other supplements tha one I am taking is stimulant free
My question is can I stop at any moment when I get my goal and I am not going to have side effects??
Hope you can answer soon
Thanks
I have the Slimvance Thermogenic 120 capsules, and on weekends and days off, I can work out in the morning better than afternoon. Is it ok to workout in the morning at least an hour or less after you’ve taken your 1st daily dose?
Im on a low dose blood pressure medication should I avoid the stimulant version or is it safe? I do have some sensitivity to caffeine but not sure how much. Also what kind of shape should you be in? I’m 45 & do need to lose quite a bit of weight…metabolism took a nosedive.
I’m trying to get rid of my baby pouch and lose 50 lb. I’m looking for a good fat burner, and energy booster. I swim 60 laps 3 times a week, and I just need a little help getting the weight off. I want to try Slimvance with thermogenics but i dont I want something that’s just going to give me a caffeine Rush. What do you guys think?
I just bought it today will it give you a lot of energy
Hello, I started taking the two capsules twice daily 5 days ago and I already loose 4 pounds. Im doing exercise and also walking but it’s a light workout.
The 1st two days I had a really bad headache but I decided to keep trying one more day and the 3rd day the headache was gone.
I have to mention that I also feel like im able to control my appetite now. This was recommended to me by the sales associate at GNC. Its working for me, im pretty sure im loosong inches. I’ll keep I’m touch
Garbage!! Save some money and buy a Monster Drink! After 3 calls to cancel GNC is still charging me for this stuff and if I return it I’m still out of postage. People buy a disposable card at Walmart before you purchase. or your gonna lose some jackson’s and not pounds!
I just bought the thermogenic and the CLA. I hoping it will do me good. I will keep yall updated!
I just started taking the Slimvance Thermogenic today. I started with 1 capsule a day to see how it goes. so far I’m not feeling any jittery nor headache. I might take the recommended dosage tomorrow. My goal is to lose 20 lbs and I’m hopeful that this product would help me accomplish my goal.
I have been taking this for a week a half. No weight loss yet, but I am SO HYPER when I take the second dose (2 capsules) in the afternoon prior to my work out. I have one cup of coffee in the morning and no other caffeine during the day. My leg will be bouncing around. It is insane. For the last week I have had a terrible headache and trouble sleeping. I think I will try taking just 2/day, versus 4. Also, increasing my water intake will hopefully help.
One side effect that has been persistent since day one is a constant feeling of being dizzy. When I look from one area to the next (e.g., in a room), it is almost like the feeling of being drunk.
Anyone else experience this or know how to combat it?