FAQs

Weight Loss, health, Bodybuilding and product specific FAQs

28. Your 15-Day Intense colon cleanser was amazing BUT almost too good as I lost a lot of weight very very quickly and I am not sure if to continue with it, what do you suggest?

You are correct that 15-Day intense colon cleanser is indeed just that INTENSE as it is designed as a powerful Kick start / quick result product for your cleanse and weight loss program. But it is only designed for a maximum of 15 days as stated on the bottle and should not then be repeated for at least 6-8 weeks. BUT we do have the daily colon cleanser that is designed as just that, a daily colon cleanse, but is not as intense or powerful as 15-Day intense. Therefore, will be a much more comfortable daily or weekly taken product that still gets excellent results, but over a longer sustained period.

27. I have bought some of your Bodybuilding tablets which have been great but what should I do as regards my diet linked to my muscle building?

Well, firstly I have to say that we are not a specialist dieting company but as health supplements are closely linked to dieting whether it is for weight loss, bodybuilding or general fitness we do have a wealth of knowledge on this subject. BUT secondly, at TOP-Supplements we do not like the word diet as they give the impression of being temporary. We prefer healthy eating which is a change of lifestyle combined obviously with the support of health high quality supplements. OK now to your specific question and for ease if understanding we will use your word of dieting: The diet is often ignored during the course of a bodybuilding program. While the imperative is working out, diet is no less significant. It helps to make the muscle mass leaner, and your body fitter. It maintains energy levels and loses the flab.

A bodybuilding diet program is all about knowing what foods you might consume and how you can take care of the various nutrients that you require by incorporating them in your diet plan and supporting health supplements.

If your eating routine is not healthy enough then it is time to bring about a few necessary changes. This is vital for a healthy and fruitful lifestyle, a disease free life, and a healthy body.

The following are some pointers that can assure you of the success that you desire, provided you follow them: 1. CARBOHYDRATES are a must. It is required to develop the muscles that store glycogen. It also helps to maximize athletic prowess. Carbohydrates must be eaten in their minimally processed form. For instance, whole wheat should always be preferred over white bread. Carbohydrate should contribute to approximately 50-60% of your total calorie intake. This depends on the workout as well.

These are some of the foods, which are full of carbohydrates and recommended as part of your diet – wild rice, squash, oatmeal, baked potato, pumpkin, whole wheat bread, brown rice, or a sweet potato.

2. PROTEIN is also an essential constituent of the diet, and also very important for an athlete in the process of bodybuilding.

Next to water protein is the most plentiful substance found in the body. It is found throughout the human body – muscles, skin, bone, and the blood too. If you are training and building on body strength, then protein is required to build muscle mass.

Of the total calorie intake 15-20% should be protein. Protein rich foods that may be recommended during strength training are turkey, salmon, lean ground beef, low fat cottage cheese, egg whites, chicken breast, and sirloin steak.

3. WATER is vital for workouts. Drink plenty of water. It is indispensable in sustaining the performance level of the workouts. For intensive routines a glass of water (8 oz) is a must every 15 to 25 minutes.

This is again necessary to maintain the metabolic rates and strike a balance between the various nutrients. It will help to burn off calories faster and more efficiently.

However it is important to consult a physician before venturing into a diet or rigorous exercise. Healthy eating and bodybuilding are synonymous.

26. I am a vegetarian – Do you state which products are suitable for vegetarians?

Yes each product page on our website is marked as to whether it is suitable for vegetarians, but if you have any further questions please contact our support and nutritional team.

25. Some of your products have animal by-products, why is that and what are they used for?

The primary source of animal by-products in our formulas is the gelatin used in the capsule shells. The other issues deal with the sources of some of the individual amino acids which may be synthesized from starting points such as feathers (as disgusting as that sounds) and dairy sources.

24. How do you decide on what products to offer and how do you decide on the mixtures / complexes?

We decide on the specific areas we wish to cover such as weight loss, bodybuilding, age defying, men’s health, women’s health etc. and then try to get the best product or products for that specific area of health. This is why we have a limited number of high quality and effective products rather than the “pile them high sell them cheap” supermarket type business that offers almost everything. At TOP-Supplements we are about getting our customers results. As regards the mixtures / complexes we do most of this with the help of a few chemists with whom we have worked for many, many years and have great experience and qualifications. Again it is about using that expertise to get our customers the results they want.

23. Can I work out what it will cost me with your supplements to lose weight or improve my health or build my body?

Yes you can but it will depend on what you wish to achieve and how much you have or want to spend but let me give you an example below. You have concerns about your weight and so decide to do for Maximum Lipotropics™. This will cost you as follows:

£9.99 (per month) x 12 (months) = £119.88 (for year) / 365 = only 33 pence per day.

Obviously, if you combine this with Hoodia appetite suppresant it will cost you only 66p per day!

Even if you go for our more expensive products it will still only cost you LESS THAN THE COST OF A CUP OF COFFEE PER DAY! My question to you is “Is your health worth the cost of a cup of coffee a day?”

22. How many different type of Tablets can I take per day?

There are no set maximums as this depends on a number of factors including what type of tablets you are considering, there dosages etc. But firstly each of our products has a set daily dosage which should not be exceeded. As regards how many tablets you can take we do not recommend taking health supplements ‘en-masse’ but rather focus on what you wish to achieve, and let me give you an example: If you are looking to lose weight as quickly as possible we would recommend our Slim Down with Acai in combination with Hoodia Diet-Max so you are burning fat / calories whilst reducing the appetite and want for more food. So only 2 types of tablet would be recommended. If it is for a general health improvement we would recommend our Vitality for Life Multivitamins in combination with our Glucosamine product. This would give a great boost to the overall health and joints, with only 2 types of tablet.

21. Why do I not need a Doctor’s prescription for your products?

No you don’t. Because our products are all natural nutritional supplement containing only the finest nutritional ingredients, so there is no need to obtain a prescription. BUT although you do not need a prescription our products are very powerful and can help you with your weight loss, bodybuilding or health goals.

20. What ingredients are used in Hoodia Diet-Max and are there any side effects?

Hoodia Diet-Max is all natural, and made from the finest quality botanicals available. All the ingredients in Hoodia Diet-Max are listed on the product page. Safety is very important to us. This product contains only 100% pure pharmaceutical grade ingredients and is regularly tested to ensure the safety and quality. This product is manufactured in the USA under stringent GMP guidelines that have been set by the FDA. Each bottle comes with a 2 year expiration date and is double sealed to ensure freshness and potency. We are unaware of any side effects.

19. How does Hoodia Diet-Max work and what can it do for me?

Scientific studies exist on components of Hoodia Gordonii indicating that it has a direct effect on the central nervous system. Molecules in Hoodia Gordonii mimic the effects of glucose on nerve cells in the hypothalamus of the brain. Hoodia then fools the body into thinking that it is “satisfied” or “full”. This helps to curb appetite which results in reduced calorie intake which supports your weight loss program.

It is specifically formulated to suppress your appetite and to promote rapid weight loss in individuals who are significantly overweight or wish to lose weight as quickly as possible.

18. How does Maximum Lipotropics™ differ from other weight loss pills and are there any side effects?

Maximum Lipotropics™ is a natural herbal supplement and does not contain synthetic chemicals found in prescription medications and some weight loss programs. It is an all natural formula designed to promote rapid weight loss.

Safety is critical to us. This product contains only 100% pure pharmaceutical grade (i.e. the best) ingredients and is regularly tested to ensure the safety and quality. Each ingredient has been approved as safe by the FDA and all appear on the FDA’s GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) list. This product is manufactured in the USA under stringent GMP guidelines that have been set by the FDA. Each bottle comes with a 2 year expiration date and is double sealed to ensure freshness and potency. Maximum Lipotropics™ is completely Ephedra free! We are unaware of any side effects.

17. How much weight can I lose with Maximum Lipotropics™?

Look, every person is different (weight, age, height, build etc.), but on average, we believe most people who weigh 81-118KGs can lose about 3-5KGs a week with our Maximum Lipotropics™. This fast weight loss rate is acceptable if you are at least 12KGs overweight, but if you are 58KGs trying to get down to 55KGs, you may not want to use these pills since you could lose too much weight too fast. BUT like most things this is just a part of the combination of your other living habits, which is why we always recommend sensible eating and reasonable exercise to help you achieve your targets. So will power is required also but you can do it and we can help you in that quest.

16. How does Maximum Lipotropics™ work and what can it do for me?

Maximum Lipotropics™ Contain 8 key ingredients to help you lose weight without any harmful ingredients. All are natural, and made from the finest quality ingredients available. All the ingredients in Maximum Lipotropics™ are listed on the product page.

Besides improving fat metabolism, lipotropics will also aid in the metabolism of fat soluble nutrients and aid the liver in its other metabolic functions such as the processing of hormones, estrogen, sulfa drugs, glucose, and glycogen, to help your weightloss program.

15. How can Resveratrol be good for me if it is in Red wine?

Resveratrol is a compound found in a variety of plants including cranberries, raspberries, peanuts, pine trees, and grapes. The primary dietary sources in an average person’s diet are peanuts, peanut butter, grapes, and wine. The compound is particularly concentrated in red wines such as pinot noir. Resveratrol is produced in the grape skin in response to a bacterial infection that affects the plant, thus acting as a natural antibiotic.

Resveratrol has been proven to be a very healthy anti-aging consituent of red wine BUT that does not mean you should drnk copious amounts of red wine due to the alcohol content and therefore the calories it includes. You’d be consuming so many extra calories that you’d have to spend the entire day exercising in order to not gain weight! And even though wine may be good for you in small doses, alcohol takes a toll on your liver and saps your body of vitamins and minerals. And the worst-case scenario is that it can become addictive! A Resveratrol supplmenet does not. Therefore It is better in the long run to take a nutritional supplement with a standardized amount of resveratrol, so you don’t have to worry about loading up on calories or alcohol.

For more information please go to: http://www.top-supplements.co.uk/BLOG-Resveratrol.html

14. Are your TOP Supplements suitable for Vegetarians & why do you use animal products?

Some of our products are BUT some are not! We make it quite clear at the top of each product page if it IS suitable for Vegetarians.

Some animal products are standard pocedure in these types of products with the primary source of animal by-products in our formulas being the gelatin used in the capsule shells. The other issues deal with the sources of some of the individual amino acids which may be synthesized from starting points such as feathers (as disgusting as that sounds) and dairy sources. If we are in any doubt about the suitability of a product for vegetarians we will not mark it suitable for them.

Some examples of products suitable for vegetarians are: http://www.top-supplements.co.uk/vitality-life.html http://www.top-supplements.co.uk/resveratrol-rapide.html http://www.top-supplements.co.uk/tribulus-terrestris.html

13. How important are the dosages set out on your products?

Very important as the products have been tested to achieve the optimum results so it makes sense to follow the expertise / advice of the manufacturers. Let us give you an example for our appetite suppressant Hoodia Diet Max which states a dosage of one capsule, 3 times per day, 30 minutes before meals, therefore 3 tablets per day. The logic is you take a tablet before meals to suppress your appetite so you eat less of the upcoming meal. It would be counter-productive to take 3 tablets in the morning. Clearly, you should not exceed the recommended maximum dosage.

12. Do men lose weight faster than women?

Yes, as unfair as it may seem, men do tend to lose weight faster than women. This can be upsetting, particularly when a man runs around the block a few times and seems to instantly lose 10 pounds while a woman’s weight loss moves about as fast as a snail. But, there are physiological reasons for that difference:

1. Men have more muscle. This allows them to burn more calories, even when at rest.

2. Women are predisposed to store and retain fat. Women have higher levels of estrogen, a hormone that works to keep the fat on a woman’s body so it’s easier for her to get pregnant. That means women have to work harder to lose weight at the same rate as men.

3. Men’s bodies respond more quickly to exercise. Women’s bodies, meanwhile, actually go into a sort of starvation mode, slowing the metabolism to hang onto more fat.

4. Women may have a lower tolerance for exercise. Women have smaller lung capacity than men, which can make women feel as though they are working harder than men even if the women are working at the same level. This can also make exercise feel harder in the heat or high humidity.

This doesn’t mean it’s impossible for women to lose weight and, when you think about, excellent reasons are behind a woman’s tendency to store fat. After all, creating and nurturing a new life is nothing to sneeze at.

It’s always best to avoid comparing yourself to others, whether male or female, when it comes to weight loss. Everyone loses weight differently, and genes, along with hormones, play a large role in how quickly some people lose weight.

Top-Supplements has a wide range of products which help you to better reach your weight loss, health and fitness targets whether it be fat burn, appetite suppresants, or Detox programs. Let us help you achieve your goals

11. Can I lose fat and gain muscle at the same time?

Unfortunately, losing fat and gaining muscle are conflicting goals. Building muscle requires eating more calories than you burn while losing fat requires eating less calories than you burn. When you’re trying to lose fat and reducing calories, you won’t be taking in the number of calories your muscles would need to grow larger.

10. Do genetics affect weight?

Absolutely, but you have to manage your weight within that. Work with the hand you’ve been dealt; for example, let us be honest being big-boned is no excuse for being 100 pounds overweight. Accept that you have some extra challenges — and that you’ll probably never be stick-thin (and probably do not want to be) – but don’t let that be your excuse as you can achieve your goals in combination with top-supplements.

9. What if medication makes me gain weight?

Some people truly have a medical reason for weight gain. If you have to take medication, or if you have a biological disorder that causes you to gain weight, the best you can do is manage it. Learn to be at peace with it but manage it so you can optimise your weight by healthy eating, regular exercise, and effective use of supplements.

8. What about “magic” diets that promise quick results?

Make no mistake — the billion-dollar diet industry tells you what you want to hear. But losing weight is hard work, every minute of every day. How hard are you willing to work? Do it right once, and you’ll reach your goals much quicker than “seven pounds in seven days” etc. We believe that healthy eating, regular exercise, and effective use of supplements is the best way to achieve your weight loss goals.

7. My friend lost weight, why didn’t her strategy work for me?

Everyone has different challenges, different resources and different gifts. Consequently, people must develop different strategies to accommodate their schedules, will-power, and lifestyles etc. Find out what gives you results — and don’t quit if it doesn’t seem apparent right away as persistence, persistence, persistence is the key to your success. You can do it and our recommendation is healthy eating, regular exercise, and effective use of supplements is the best way to achieve your weight loss goals.

6. What if I just really like food?

We are honest and direct in our advice and keep it simple, and quite honestly this is not rocket science. Just about everybody likes the taste of food, but you have to develop the maturity to balance your intake Control the quality and the amount of what you eat.

5. How is it that I can like everything about myself except the fat?

5. You don’t feel 100 percent good about yourself. You can’t be completely happy with yourself unless you’re happy about everything that makes you who you are. This is a complex case of psychology and happiness with life etc. but if you set yourself goals, including those for weight loss and your healthy eating it will greatly improve your attitude, demeanour and then your figure.

Have goals and patience and with us you can achieve them. Top-Supplements has a wide range of products which help you to better reach your weight loss, health and fitness targets whether it be fat burn, appetite suppresants, or Detox programs. Let us help you achieve your goals.

4. I can’t seem to get my appetite in check. What’s wrong?

If you’re overweight, then you’re out of control. That’s not a natural place to be. You’re out of control with your impulses, your life or your schedule. Evaluate your behaviours, anticipate your personal challenges and restore balance. Try our range of appetite suppressants which help control your desire for food plus our fat burners to help burn away that unwanted fat. When used in the correct dosage and combined with healthy eating, regular exercise, and effective use of supplements is the best way to achieve your weight loss goals

3. Why do I keep slipping into my old habits?

3. You can’t break habits without forming new ones. If you take something out of your life, there’s a void. And when there’s a void, it’s easy to drift back to what you used to do. You need to replace the bad habit with new, incompatible behaviour that will crowd the bad behaviour out.

2. How can I heal poor body image?

Don’t let low self-esteem be an excuse to not live your best life, you are better than that! Stand up and use the gifts you have, and they are many. Ask more of yourself than what you have been up to now as you can achieve with the right beliefs and lifestyle, and supplements can assist. We recommend healthy eating, regular exercise, and effective use of supplements is the best way to achieve your weight loss goals. We believe that if you stick to this for 3 months and your self-image will be a lot different, but do not let it slip after that.

1. I’ve always dealt with difficulties using food, but now I’ve solved my problems. Why am I still fat?

You’re probably holding on to the response that you associated with your problems. Although the problem has been solved, the behaviour — in this case, overeating — remains. When you solve a problem in your life, you must also stop “dealing” with it in negative ways. We recommend using our range of appetite suppressants to begin to move you away from that habit, i.e. overeating that you wish to discard.

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