A fat-burner won’t do the hard work of eating right and exercising for you. But it can help you solve those tricky problems that diet and exercise sometimes miss. Low energy, cravings, mood swings… these are the villains that can cause a fat-loss plan to go off-track in a flash. And they’re what the best fat-burners are designed to help with.
But how do you figure out which of the countless fat-burners out there are right for you? It starts with three big questions. Here’s what you need to ask yourself before you buy any thermogenic supplement.
1. Do I want it to contain stimulants?
This is a HUGE question! If you buy a fat-burner off the shelf, it’s likely to have high doses of caffeine and other stimulants in it. In many cases, it might have way more caffeine than you want… and pretty much nothing else in any meaningful dose. If you’re in the 51% of the population that’s a “slow caffeine metabolizer,” this could lead to negative impacts in your sleep, mood, and anxiety level.
On the other hand, if you’re a “fast metabolizer” or someone who is accustomed to higher-dose caffeine, a blast of 150mg of caffeine might be exactly what you want.
You should be able to choose based on your body and your lifestyle! That’s why SteelFit offers multiple fat-burners with different stimulant profiles:
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Stimulant-free: Steel Core Stimulant-Free Fat-Burner
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No caffeine, low stimulant (Teacrine): Steel Slim Female Weight-Loss Solution
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Moderate caffeine: Shredded Steel Extreme Thermogenic Fat-Burner
2. Does the label say what is in it?
Many supplements hide their precise ingredients and doses in what are known as “proprietary blends.” You can spot these on a label with names like “Proprietary Fat-Loss Blend,” “Thermogenic Matrix” or some other vague-sounding title, followed by multiple ingredients with no specific dosages.
Some supplement companies claim they need to use proprietary blends to protect their “intellectual property,” but we don’t buy it. And neither should you! Proprietary blends are almost always a way to hide under-dosed ingredients, and we never use them in SteelFit products.
3. Are the ingredients in research-backed doses?
So the fat-burner you’re looking at has the amount of stimulants you want. Check. It has the ingredients listed. Double-check.
But are those ingredients in the doses that research has shown to be effective? Hmm…
Plenty of supplements say they contain a well-known ingredient on the front of the label, but once you look at the “Supplement Facts” label on the back, it turns out there’s just a tiny amount. This is called “fairy dusting” ingredients. And it may not sound like a big deal, but with fat-burners, underdosing is a huge problem!
If your fat-burner is using half… or a quarter, or even less… of crucial ingredients, it’s far less likely to work. And that’s a waste of money for you.
So what are your choices? You could spend all day researching proper dosages (no thanks), or you could make it a policy to only buy supplements from companies that hold science-backed dosage as a #1 priority.
“SteelFit always uses science-backed doses of high-quality ingredients,” promises Stacy Kaufman, co-founder SteelFit with his son Rob. “Whenever possible, we use the patented ingredients with the highest quality standards. Look at the label and see for yourself!”
4. What is my biggest fat loss goal or problem?
Fat-loss is a unique challenge that’s different for every person. Some find that their mood is the biggest hurdle. Others find that cravings tend to stop them in their tracks. Some people love a slight energy boost, while others want to avoid it. Some of us want to boost overall metabolism to “leaning out” for a specific date or goal – like summer! Others have specific goals, like chipping away at visceral body fat around the abdomen.
You deserve a fat burner that aligns with your body, your lifestyle, and your goals! Use this guide to help you make the right choice.
The Right Fat-Burner for Your Goal
Goals:
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Targeting visceral body fat
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Avoiding stimulants
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Long-term, sustainable weight-loss
Top Choice:
Steel Core Stimulant-Free Fat-Burner
Goals:
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Appetite and craving control
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Stimulant-free mood support
Top Choice:
Steel Suppress Appetite Suppressant
Goals:
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Women’s mood support
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Thyroid health
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Low-stimulant energy (green tea extract, TeaCrine®)
Top Choice:
Steel Slim Female Weight-Loss Solution
Goals:
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Moderate energy (150mg caffeine, TeaCrine®, yohimbine HCL)
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Mental clarity
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Metabolism boost
Top Choice:
Shredded Steel Extreme Thermogenic Fat-Burner
Goals:
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Shedding excess water
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“Dialing it in” for a photoshoot or big event
Top Choice:
Hydra Steel All-Natural Diuretic
Goals:
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Using fat as fuel during exercise
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Stimulant-free workout & cardio performance
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Daily drink flavoring (no pills or powders)
