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| HCT Lipids |
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Review
Summary |
 HCT-Lipids is a simple formulation that is advertised to regulate cholesterol levels, as well as triglyceride levels, a fat that also affects cholesterol and its levels. According to the manufacturer of this supplement, the formula’s most active ingredient took 12 years of research to test and develop. Unfortunately, the company does not share any of the results of this research online at this time, and people are expected to take the manufacturer’s word that this supplement will perform as advertised.
We will take a closer look at this product to determine what benefits it may provide, and if it appears capable of lowering high cholesterol levels.
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| Ingredients at a Glance |
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According to product descriptions found online, this supplement contains just one active ingredient, Sytrinol, which is actually a popular addition to cholesterol products in general.
Sytrinol is a proprietary blend of Citrus Fruit and Palm Oil. It is advertised to be a rich source of Vitamin E, and to maintain blood cholesterol levels in a healthy range.
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| Ingredients in Focus |
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While there are a number of products on the market that contain Palm Oil, this ingredient is still fairly controversial. There are many claims that it may lower LDL, or “bad” cholesterol levels, but there are also many others who say Palm Oil is detrimental to health. In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) has released reports that indicate Palm Oil may be bad for the heart, and may raise the risk of cardiovascular disease. Reports conducted in the United States and Europe support the WHO report. In retaliation, there have been reports initiated by members of the Palm Oil industry that provides conflicting results to the WHO.
Ultimately, since there are studies from reputable sources that indicate this ingredient may be bad for the health of the heart, many people may be hesitant to take this supplement or any product that contains Palm Oil. For those who would like to research other options, there are other natural ingredients on the market. We specifically suggest looking into a product that contains Plant Sterols, which is not known for any adverse side effects, and already naturally occurs in food at a small level. This all-natural ingredient has been shown in clinical trials to reduce cholesterol levels by up to 40%, and has now been approved by the FDA.
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| Website |
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There is no HCT-Lipids website as of review, but this supplement may be found listed at various online retailer stores. Most of these stores do not mention the controversy that surrounds the active ingredient, and individuals who would like more information on this subject may look online for the WHO report. We would like to note that we appreciate when a manufacturer takes the time and effort to develop a comprehensive and informative product website. We feel this indicates good customer service, since it provides an online venue to learn more about the supplement, and even to purchase it directly from the company, which cuts out the middleman.
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| Positives |
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• Moderately priced
• Formula is fully disclosed
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| Negatives |
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• No product website at time of review
• Active ingredient is fairly controversial
• Consumer reviews cannot be found online
• Does not appear to contain Plant Sterols
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| Final Thoughts |
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Some people may have been attracted to HCT-Lipids, since it contains Sytrinol. This ingredient has garnered a fair amount of hype, and is rumored to be quite effective at reducing cholesterol. However, due to the potential side effects of Palm Oil, many individuals may opt to continue their product research. However, those people who would like to test the effectiveness of this supplement may find it for sale at various online retailers for just under $30 a bottle.
Again, we appreciate products that contain Plant Sterols, since this ingredient has been conclusively proven to work as advertised.
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