Sometimes people who take Lipozene complain it causes a stomachache. Why is that? Before we provide the possibilities, we will review the properties of Lipozene and its only active ingredient.
Overview
Lipozene is a dietary supplement whose only active ingredient is Glucomannan, a water-soluble fiber. The key to losing weight with Lipozene is to make sure you follow the manufacturer’s recommendations. In most cases it won’t cause any problems, but some people are unable to tolerate it.
Dosage
The key to losing weight with Lipozene is to take two capsules a half hour before each of three meals with at least eight ounces of water. This amounts to six capsules daily or a total of 4.5 grams of Lipozene. According to experts, the recommended amount necessary for effective weight loss is between two and four grams daily.
How to Take Lipozene
Achieving success with Lipozene is in the timing; you cannot lose weight unless you take it before you eat a meal. You also want to be sure it’s in capsule form and not the powder from the capsules and follow it with a bare minimum of eight ounces of water.
The powder in the capsules is extremely absorbent. Failure to use the supplement correctly could cause it to expand on its way to your stomach. This could result in a blockage. Inhaling the powder can also be quite hazardous to your health (even life-threatening).
Precautions
It’s a good idea to begin a regimen of Lipozene with a small amount rather than the full recommended dosage. Increasing the amount of fiber in your diet too quickly could cause abdominal pain or other digestive distress.
For most people Lipozene is not a problem, but some people do not tolerate it as well as others. This could occasionally cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, and constipation. It is also important to consult your medical professional before taking Lipozene if you take prescription drugs, especially any medication for diabetes as Lipozene could block its absorption, thus reducing any effectiveness. You can usually avoid this problem if you take the medication either an hour before taking Lipozene or wait and take it four hours afterward.
Conclusion
Not everyone has stomach problems with Lipozene, but the most common cause is adding extra fiber too quickly. By starting out with a lower dose and increasing it slowly you can avoid most digestive issues. This is true of many medications as well; the key is caution.