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Information About Starch BlockersWhat are Starch Blockers? How Do They Cause Weight Loss?Dietary and weight loss supplements described as "starch blockers" or "carb blockers" are starch-enzyme blockers. They are typically designed to inhibit production of alpha-amylase - the body's starch-digesting enzyme. To do this, starch-blockers commonly contain phaseolamin, an extract from the white kidney bean. The idea is that starch-blockers inhibit the breakdown of carbs into sugar and thus the starches (carbs) are excreted from the body before they can enter the bloodstream. This, say manufacturers, leads to better calorie control, improved blood sugar levels and faster weight loss. Sales of starch blockers have jumped almost tenfold in recent years, stimulated no doubt by the low-carb dieting fashion. Do Starch-Blockers Really Reduce Weight?Yes. According to sellers of starch blockers, the supplements reduce between 30 and 45 grams of starches from entering the body. No. According to critics, starch blockers, regardless of brand name, may work in the laboratory, but they are broken down by the digestive system before they can effectively neutralize starches in our diet. Do Starch Blockers Have Side Effects?Manufacturers of starch blockers list side effects such as gastrointestinal distress, heartburn, excessive gas and diarrhea. Sample PriceStarch blocker supplements typically sell for $15.00-$30.00 a bottle. Weight Loss Studies on Starch BlockersThere remains doubt as to how effective starch blockers are for weight control. More weight loss studies are needed. Meantime, if you have tried and failed to lose weight with conventional weight loss programs, you may care to give starch blockers a try. However, for best weight loss results, remember to combine your use of carb blockers with a healthy diet and exercise program. Starch blockers, carb blockers, diet pills and weight loss supplements are not yet a substitute for a healthy lifestyle. --------------------------------------------------------------- Samples of Weight Loss Research into
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