PGX and Maca Energy

After doing some research about natural supplements for weight loss I came across a fiber called Glucomannan or Konjac. It is a fiber that absorbs water and promotes a feeling of fullness in your stomach. This in turn, helps you to consume less. A study showed that glucomannan helped participants lose 8-10 pounds over 5 weeks along with a healthy diet. It also feeds the friendly bacteria in your intestine, lowers blood sugar and triglycerides while helping with constipation. https://authoritynutrition.com/glucomannan/

This sounded like a great boost to my weight loss goals! I set out to find this fiber at a health foods store. When asking the manager whether he had the product, he informed me that it is the main ingredient in PGX. I had heard that PGX did not work very well so I was hesitant. The manager informed me that he has many costumers who have had success on the product when taken properly. What did I have to lose? (other than my money)

While at the health foods store, I asked if there were any products to assist with energy as I feel like I lack energy much of the time. He recommended Brad King's Ultimate Maca Energy Platinum XP. This product is made from Maca root from Peru. Benefits of using this product are:

• Boosts energy levels
• Enhances libido
• Improves mental clarity
• Reduces stress
• Betters mood
• Balances Hormones

These are all areas I could use a boost in so naturally I was eager to try it!

Day 1 & 2 Review:
PGX - I was expecting to feel much more full after taking the capsules. I am taking two before each meal and drinking plenty of water. I have noticed that I am craving water more than usual and consuming about 10 glasses a day. It is very important to drink lots of water on this product because it soaks up water and can cause digestion problems otherwise. Overall, I have not noticed much of a difference. I am hoping it will help with cravings I get and help me to eat less, especially in the evening.

Maca Energy - I am taking this product in the liquid form in my morning coffee as it has a bad taste. Yesterday I woke up at a reasonable time and did not feel the need to take a nap throughout the day. My energy levels are really low much of the time and I feel the need to take naps even after a good nights sleep. It has also been sunny the past couple of days which affects my energy levels.

As with any other product, it can take awhile to see the effects. I will update as I continue along this journey.