Hypercor

Below, we take an in-depth look at Hypercor to see whether it can aid weight loss by increasing the consumer’s metabolic rate, and by increasing thermogenesis.

Hypercor Overview

What you need to know about Hypercor

Hypercor is a stimulant-based weight loss supplement that is designed to increase the consumer’s metabolic rate to burn more calories. The product is incredibly expensive, and is not covered by a money-back guarantee. It has limited availability, and can only be purchased from Nutrishop stores in the USA.

What are the side effects of Hypercor?

Because there are a lot of stimulant ingredients used in Hypercor, there is a long list of side effects that could potentially develop. The full list of side effects that could develop are listed below in the Side Effects section.

Potential side effects include increased heart rate and increased blood pressure, heart palpitations, fainting, muscle disorders, seizures, irregular heartbeat, nervousness, irritability, insomnia, headache, skin flushing, nausea, gastric distress, diarrhoea, vomiting, pain, increased blood pressure, dizziness, sweating, weight gain, constipation, and anxiety.

How much does Hypercor cost?

Hypercor is an incredibly expensive supplement; a single bottle costs around $89.00, plus delivery charges. Customers can take as many as 6 capsules per day, which means that a bottle will last for as little as 20 days of use. This means that not only is it an expensive supplement, but it offers very poor value for money.

Hypercor Key Features

Hypercor is a weight loss supplement that will increase the consumer’s metabolic rate, increase thermogenesis in their body, and increase energy levels. The product contains numerous stimulant ingredients which will help to boost the consumer’s metabolism, but they could also cause a wide range of side effects.

Hypercor is manufactured by Kat-a-lyst Nutraceuticals, but there is very little information provided about this supplement manufacturer on their official website. They do provide some contact details on their official website, and appear to primarily distribute their products through Nutrishop.

What does Hypercor claim to do?

The manufacturers provide the following description of the product’s benefits:

Hypercor is,

A 2nd generation, advanced formula designed to aid in improving body composition through increased metabolic rate, thermogenesis, and increased energy levels.

Does Hypercor work?

There are numerous stimulants in this supplement. Yohimbine, bitter orange extract and synephrine have been associated with a wide variety of side effects, as listed below, which could prevent some groups of people from taking this diet pill. Green tea, caffeine and bitter orange extract are all proven weight loss aids, although some have better safety profiles than others.

Bioperine increases the absorption rate of some ingredients, including caffeine and bitter orange extract.

The Mayo Clinic have noted that The Federal Trade Commission has warned some diet pill companies not to make claims about the Hoodia Gordonii and its supposed attribute of appetite suppression. This is because there is a lack of conclusive clinical evidence to support these claims. One clinical trial, published by Unilever, actually found no positive benefits, no signs of weight loss or decreased appetite, and noted that participants experienced a variety of side effects. The study used 1100 mg of Hoodia per day, mixed into yoghurt, with the placebo group eating a yoghurt that had no added ingredients.

Theoretically, this supplement should aid weight loss, but the numerous potential side effects could stop use of the supplement.

Hypercor Ingredients

The ingredients found in Hypercor are detailed below. The ingredient quantities are not provided as the product contains numerous proprietary formulas. The ingredient quantities that are listed are per serving of three capsules.

• Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid) 25 mg 55%
• Niacin (Vitamin B3) 15 mg (75% RDA)
• Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine HCI) 5 mg (250% RDA)
• Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) 2 mg (33,330% RDA)
• Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5) 100 mg (1000% RDA)

Hyper-Thermophoric Complex 2 g

Phase 1 Blend:

• Coleus Forskohli Root Extract: A plant belonging to the mint family that is thought to boost the metabolism. However, the clinical trials performed using this ingredient have shown no weight loss, even when the participants’ lean muscle mass increased and fat mass decreased.
  Source: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2129145/
• Commiphora Mukul
• Raspberry Ketones: Although it can be extracted from raspberries, as the name suggests, the majority of raspberry ketones used in supplements is lab-synthesised, as this is a more cost effective option. Whilst there is a small amount of evidence that raspberry ketone can cause weight loss in rats, there have never been any human trials on the potential weight loss effects of raspberry ketone.
  Source: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/becky-hand/raspberry-ketones_b_2727943.html
• 3,5 Diiodo L-Tyrosine

Phase 2 Blend:

• Beta-Phenylethylamine: More commonly known as PEA, this ingredient is derived from the amino acid phenylalanine. It is thought to increase alertness, aid in concentration and focus, and may also enhance mood, which are all arguably traits that dieters need help with in succeeding with their weight loss attempts.
  Source: http://www.livestrong.com/article/306361-phenylethylamine-for-weight-loss/
• Thiamine Disulfide
• Theobromine: Theobromine is a mild stimulant. Thought to be a much milder stimulant than caffeine, and is unlikely to have any significant impact upon weight loss.
  Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Theobromine

Phase 3 Blend:

• Green Tea Extract: Green tea is high in a group of antioxidants called catechins. Studies have suggested that catechins increase thermogenesis in the body, whilst caffeine increases energy expenditure by boosting the metabolism slightly for few hours.
  Source: http://ajcn.nutrition.org/content/70/6/1040.full
• N-Acetyl-L-Tyrosine: An amino acid that is a building block of protein, this ingredient is found naturally in many foods including meat and dairy products. In existing trials, L-Tyrosine appears to effectively improve cognition and memory during stressful periods.
  Source: https://examine.com/supplements/l-tyrosine/
• Caffeine Anhydrous USP: Numerous studies have shown that caffeine boosts energy levels and alertness, as well as mildly boosting the metabolism. The effects shown in studies are small, and some studies are inconclusive.
  Source: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-living/weight-loss/expert-answers/caffeine/faq-20058459
• Citrus Aurantium: Bitter orange peel has been proven to raise the metabolism and aid weight loss. However there are some concerns about its safety.
  Source: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22991491
• Evodiamine: Evodiamine is extracted from a plant called Evodia. Evodia is thought by some to be a thermogenic weight loss aid. Clinical evidence is sparse, and no research has been conducted in humans. Studies in rats also show that it reduces the effectiveness of caffeine, and causes caffeine to break down much quicker.
  Source: http://examine.com/supplements/Evodia+rutaecarpa/#summary4
• Yohimbine HCI: Some studies have noticed increased blood concentrations of free fatty acids in participants who use yohimbe extract, suggesting increased rates of lipolysis. However, the Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database has stated that there is insufficient evidence to claim it aids in weight loss.
  Source: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/natural/759.html

Phase 4 Blend:

• Ashwaganda: It is thought that use of Ashwaganda root lowers cortisol levels in the brain and body. Cortisol is a hormone produced during moments of stress, and having high cortisol levels in the long term can have numerous negative health effects.
  Source: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23439798
• Phosphatidylserine: Several studies with phosphatidylserine indicate improved cognitive abilities and behaviours, but the studies focused on Alzheimer’s patients; it is possible that these effects could also benefit consumers in general, but there is no real clinical support to support this. The FDA has stated that Phosphatidylserine may reduce the risk of cognitive dysfunction and dementia in the elderly.
  Source: http://www.mayoclinic.org/phosphatidylserine/expert-answers/faq-20057764
• Magnolia Bark Extract: Magnolia is sometimes used to treat anxiety, and one study suggested that it may have weight loss effects (as it may have reduced stress-induced eating). Many supplement manufacturers include this ingredient on the basis that it reduces cortisol, a strange tendency given that it likely has the opposite effect.
  Source: http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-188-magnolia.aspx?activeingredientid=188&activeingredientname=magnolia

Phase 5 Blend:

• Hoodia Gordonii extract: This plant extract was eaten traditionally in the South African bush to stave off hunger. There is almost no clinical evidence that actually proves that it works, and far more studies that show that the product is ineffective and unsafe, frequently causing a wide range of side effects.
  Source: http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/10/28/us-hoodia-idUSTRE79R6AI20111028

Phase 6 Blend:

• White Willow Bark: Willow bark contains salicin, which acts a painkiller, and is thought to be as effective as aspirin. There is some evidence that when taken in conjunction with kola nut and ephedra, it can cause weight loss. It does not seem to have been tested on its own for weight loss properties.
  Source: http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-supplements/ingredientmono-955-willow%20bark.aspx?activeingredientid=955&activeingredientname=willow%20bsynephrinark
• Calcium Carbonate
• Capsaicin Powder Extract: Capsaicin, which is found in Cayenne pepper, is thought by some to play a role in weight loss. Some studies suggest it could suppress the appetite mildly, whilst others suggest that the heat causes a thermogenic reaction in the body, burning more calories for a period of time. However, there are also studies that show cayenne has little or no effect upon weight loss attempts.
  Source: https://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/herb/cayenne
• Ginger Root Extract: Some studies suggest that ginger root is an appetite suppressant. One study used dried ginger powder to make a tea that participants drank with breakfast. Researchers found that satiety levels were much higher when the tea was consumed with breakfast, rather than just the breakfast on its own.
  Source: http://www.progressivehealth.com/ginger-for-weight-loss.htm
• Methylsulfonylmethane
• Bioperine: This patented Black pepper extract is used for increasing the bioavailability of nutritional compounds. In other words, it increases the amounts of nutrients that are absorbed into the body in the digestive tract. It may also increase the absorption of various drugs, which may lead to potential side effects.
  Source: http://bioperine.com/

Hypercor Side Effects

Some of the ingredients found in Hypercor can cause a range of side effects.

Evodiamine is under-researched, but appears to slow down blood clotting, and so should not be taken in the two weeks before surgery, or whilst recovering from surgery. As it also appears to cause caffeine to break down in the body faster, it could shorten the period of time that caffeine is effective in the body, and help to minimize the effects of caffeine (especially interrupted sleep patterns from taking it too late at night).

Side effects associated with the use of Citrus Aurantium include increased heart rate and increased blood pressure, heart palpitations, fainting, muscle disorders, seizures, irregular heartbeat, loss of consciousness, strokes, heart attacks, and death in previously healthy patients. The Mayo Clinic has recommended avoiding use of Citrus Aurantium because in their opinion, the risk of using the product is not worth the pay-off of any potential weight loss. The effects of synephrine and other bitter orange extracts are enhanced when combined with caffeine.

Consuming large quantities of caffeine can lead to headaches, increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, heart palpitations, increased urination, dehydration, jitteriness, dizziness and insomnia. Green tea can also cause constipation.

The potential side effects of consuming yohimbine include nervousness, irritability, insomnia, headache, skin flushing, anorexia, nausea, gastric distress, diarrhoea, vomiting, heart palpitations, tachycardia, dysuria, pain, increased blood pressure, dizziness, sweating, weight gain, constipation, and anxiety.

Large doses of ashwaganda can cause stomach upset, diarrhoea and vomiting. It can also change blood pressure levels.

Although Tyrosine is tolerated generally in very high doses, it can cause some side effects including nausea, headache, fatigue, heartburn, and joint pain.

Side effects of Phosphatidylserine can include insomnia and stomach upset, particularly at doses over 300 mg. It can be made from either plant or animal sources, and so may not be suitable for vegetarians.

In one study on magnolia, two participants listed a range of side effects: one complained of shaking hands, sexual problems, thyroid problems and heartburn, and the other mentioned headaches and ongoing tiredness.

Capsaicin extract can cause heartburn, stomach aches, indigestion, increased sweating and a runny nose.

In one study into Hoodia (which found that it did not suppress the appetite at all), participants reported a high number of side effects, which included headaches, nausea, vomiting, ‘odd skin sensations’, increased blood pressure and increases in heart rate. There were also signs of liver damage in some of the participants.

Of the 49 women in the trial, 25 took Hoodia whilst the remaining 24 participants took a placebo; these Hoodia taking participants reported 208 incidences of side effects over the course of the 15-day trial, suggesting that side effects are incredibly common.

Hypercor Customer Feedback

We were only able to find a single customer review for Hypercor. Thankfully, the customer review is quite detailed.

Ingredient Profile: This stuff has a great profile. I say this because it’s not just a fat burner, it’s also a diuretic, appetite supressor, cortisol blocker, and mood enhancer. The downside about this product though is that it is in a proprietary blend and some people might not like that.

Effectiveness: This was the most effective weight loss supplement I have taken. With it, I lost 8 pounds. In my opinion, it is much better than oxy elite pro. I was also not hungry from this product, I felt pretty good throughout the day, and had a good boost in energy.

Dosing: Dosing the product was not hard at all. I would take a full serving (3 capsules) in the morning and either 1 or 2 more capsules in the evening.

Cost: The cost is a super scary thing. I got mine on a really great discount. But a regular price for this is $89. That is pretty crazy for the amount of servings you get.

Overall: So hypercor was a good product. I would buy it on sale again but never for the full price. I would also never take this again during wrestling season because the doors are closed, the room gets super hot, and I feel more dehydrated. But I would definitely use this on a cut after a good bulking phase.

Hypercor Money-Back Guarantee

Hypercor cannot be purchased direct from the manufacturers, and so they do not offer a money-back guarantee. The returns policies of third party retailers may vary.

Where To Buy Hypercor

Hypercor cannot be purchased direct from the manufacturer’s website, but it does appear to be available from some Nutrishop locations across America. Prices may vary; we struggled to find any current pricing, with websites just saying that it can be purchased in store. One reviewer mentioned that a single bottle costs $89.00. Delivery charges may also apply.

Watchdog Verdict

Overall, we are not impressed by Hypercor, or Kat-a-lyst Nutraceuticals, who manufacturer the supplement. The company do not offer much information about themselves or the supplements that they sell, and they do not sell their products directly from their official website. Hypercor is seemingly only available from a chain of stores called Nutrishop, and it is very difficult to order the product online.

There is no money-back guarantee for this product, and each bottle is incredibly expensive.

The ingredients list contains a lot of stimulant ingredients, and whilst many of these are effective at increasing the metabolism, they can also cause a wide range of side effects. There are also numerous ingredients with little or no clinical support available, suggesting that they do not aid weight loss.

We do not recommend Hypercor to our readers.