Weight Loss Supplement Review: Natrol Carb Intercept

Overview
Natrol Carb Intercept is one of the many diet supplements on the market today. It is formulated for low-carb dieters, such as those doing the Atkins or South Beach Diets. The theory behind the product is that it will help block absorption of carbohydrates and help metabolize fats and proteins for energy.

Dieters take 2 capsules immediately before a meal that contains carbs, not to exceed 6 a day. According to the nutrition label, each dose contains 190 mg of calcium, 40 mcg of chromium, 20 mg sodium, and 1,000 mg of Phase 2 Carb Controller, which is white kidney bean extract.

Pros

• Two if its ingredients, calcium and chromium, have been linked to weight loss in scientific studies.
• At $10-15 for a bottle of 60 capsules, it is fairly inexpensive compared to other diet supplements.
• Unlike some diet products, you can purchase this one in stores.
• It doesn't contain common allergens such as egg, wheat, soy, milk or gluten.
  

Cons

• It can be inconvenient having to take pills before meals.
• Because of the white kidney bean extract, it can cause gas.
• Studies on white kidney bean extract as a weight loss aid have had mixed results.
• It does contain sodium, which can be an issue for those that are trying to keep sodium intake low.
  

Overall
There's a lot of mixed reviews on Natrol Carb Intercept. I have actually tried this product twice-one time while on a low-carb diet and the second time while not really dieting at all. While I did lose weight when taking it with a low-carb diet, I suspect the weight loss was probably more from eating right and exercising than the fact I was taking these pills before starchy meals. I didn't lose weight at all when I took it while eating regular.