Klein Becker Zantrex 3 Fat Burner Review

Zantrex 3 is one ephedra-free fat burner that pushes the advertising hype "envelope" into the stratosphere. For instance...

Quoting a "study" that puts Zantrex 3 head-to-head against the most popular fat burner in the U.S., Klein Becker claims Zantrex 3 is 546% more effective than the best ephedra-based fat burners. Of course, since this "study" is never referenced (in which journal was it published it, who conducted it, and so on), it has exactly the same credibility as no study at all—none.

It appears, quite frankly, like Klein Becker is pulling this 546% number out of its "you-know-what."

Apparently, Zantrex 3's powers can apparently be attributed to a "proprietary xanthine-based stimulant." This sounds impressive, but xanthine is just another name for caffeine—yup, the same stuff in your coffee, your sodas, your Redbull and your chocolate bars!

This is a common and underhanded tactic; disguising simple, common ingredients with unfamiliar nomenclature in an attempt to make the product appear more impressive.

Let's face it; stating that Zantrex 3's fat burning powers can be ascribed to a "proprietary xanthine-based stimulant" has a lot more impact than stating that Zantrex 3 works simply because it contains a ton of caffeine. It simply sounds more "scientific." However, it is totally misleading!

The fact that Zantrex 3 is hyped as ephedra-free might give you the impression that this is a stimulant-free fat burner, especially if you don`t read the label, or recognize xanthine as caffeine.

However, one serving of Zantrex 3 will provide you with more caffeine than you'd obtain from 3 cups of coffee.

It's also important to note that caffeine has many of the side-effects associated with ephedra, and may not be for everyone (see Zantrex 3 side effects for more on caffeine side effects).

With that said, I want to emphasize that caffeine is a proven, albeit mild fat burner (see Am J Clin Nutr. 1989 Jan;49(1):44-50, Am J Clin Nutr. 1980 May;33(5):989-97), although it pales in comparison to ephedra (actually it works best when combined with ephedra).

Of course, most of the caffeine in Zantrex 3 is derived from natural sources (like yerba mate, green tea, guarana, cocoa and kola nut) so it is possible you're getting benefits up and above the caffeine content these herbals are standardized for.

Green tea, for example, (reviewed here) is a pretty exciting compound showing great potential as a weight loss agent, and yerba mate has also been shown to increase metabolism and stimulate weight loss.

Interestingly enough, Zantrex 3 also contains maca root, ginseng, and damiana; herbals that are best known for their ability to work as aphrodisiacs.

Despite this, one study (J Hum Nutr Diet. 2001 Jun;14(3):243-50) showed that the combination of yerba mate, damiana and guarana delayed gastric emptying (leading to increased feeling of satiety) and increased weight loss. However, it is impossible to tell whether or not Zantrex 3 contains a dosage comparable to that used in the study, or whether these ingredients are present as label dressing only.

Schizonepeta (also known as "Japanese catnip"), another ingredient in this compilation, is used in herbal medicine for numerous purposes, although none are validated by any real scientific research, and none are directly related to weight loss (for more on Schizonepeta, click here).

So what's the bottom line on Zantrex 3?

This product's massive caffeine content means you will experience more "nervous" energy (lots of jitters, too!), a suppressed appetite (although not suppressed to the extent of ephedra), and an increased metabolic rate (To learn about Zantrex 3 side effects, including some visitor comments, click here!)

Keep in mind too, that Klein Becker, the manufacturer of this product, has a serious credibility problem, having already been fined by the FTC for making false and unsubstantiated claims about their products.

If you alter your diet accordingly, monitor your caloric intake, and implement a practical exercise program, Zantrex 3 may provide you with an extra edge.

I would caution that this is not a miracle pill. If you don't intend to make these modifications to your lifestyle, don't waste your money on Zantrex 3 (for more information on what you can experience from ephedra-free fat burners, click here!).

I'd also suggest those of you considering using Zantrex-3 should check out what other visitors to this site have said about the product!

Although are many are fans, just as many have experienced serious and occasionally even life threatening side effects.

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