1 Fiber:
Soluble fiber absorbs water to form a gel-like substance in the gut, which slows down food's passage through the digestive system.
This can increase satiety and reduce appetite.
Example: Glucomannan, found in the konjac plant, has shown effectiveness in modest weight loss in several studies.
2 Green Tea Extract:
Green tea is rich in catechins, including epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), and caffeine.
These compounds can enhance thermogenesis and fat oxidation.
Example: A meta-analysis suggested that catechins or an epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG)-caffeine mixture does have a small positive effect on weight loss and weight maintenance.
3 Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA):
CLA is a type of polyunsaturated fatty acid found in meat and dairy.
It's thought to reduce body fat by enhancing the death of fat cells, reducing fat storage, and increasing fat burning.
Example: Some studies have shown CLA can cause a modest loss in body fat in humans.