CortiSLENDER is a weight loss product that uses the “stress-control” approach to getting rid of excess weight. The company markets it as a product that helps slow the production of the stress-induced hormone Cortisol. This hormone regulates the amount of fats, carbohydrates, and proteins in the body. It also helps control blood pressure.

The formulation uses the basic ingredients that go into other stress reducing products except for Bitter Orange Extract. This substance which has been added to CortiSLENDER produces a thermogenic effect.

Aside from the above ingredients, Cortislender also contains Mangolia Bark which helps in overcoming stress. Another is Banaba Leaf Extract has a hypoglycemic effect similar to insulin which allows glucose to be carried from the blood into the cells resulting in the body lowering of blood sugar level. Vanadyl Sulfate is also included. It helps to metabolize glucose. The rest of the other constituents are Chromium, Calcium and Vitamin C

To control stress, many of the ingredients used have a calming effect on the body. Bitter Orange aids in thermogensis while Green Tea Extract is a stimulant.

Cortisol is a stress hormone that encourages fat and protein metabolism. It likewise stimulates the appetite by releasing insulin into the blood and maintaining blood sugar levels. When there is a high level of Cortison in the body the result is weight gain. It also becomes hard to lose weight. Cortisol allows for the accumulation of fat in the abdominal area. Fat in this part of the body is more dangerous than that in the legs or thighs because it makes a person more susceptible to heart attack and stroke.

Positives

• Uses Bitter Orange for thermogenic effect
• US-made
• Website information is complete and easy to understand

Negatives

• Does not have Hoodia or any natural appetite suppressant
• Has received a lot of negative feedback as seen in consumer blogs and forums. Issues pertaining to this are discussed in the CortiSLENDER blog. Click here to read more
• Should be taken with food by those who are caffeine intolerant
• May result in over stimulation and/or insomnia

Although the effect of raised levels of Cortisol has been proven by scientific research, most manufacturers’ claims are not supported. The theory that says stress causes weight gain remains unproven. The ingredients found in CortiSLENDER has both nutritional value and thermogenic properties; they also support the different systems of the body. However the product does not have any ingredient that suppresses the appetite and is therefore incomplete.

It does not contain Hoodia, the appetite suppressing ingredient used in the most effective weight loss products. Although this product aids in thermogenesis which is useful for stress, it does not have anything to help curb hunger. A good weight loss formula should be able to deal with the different factors that cause weight gain, especially the desire to eat.