Almased Synergy Diet

Almased, or the Almased Synergy Diet, is a regimen based on a weight-loss protein supplement developed in Germany by Almased Corporation. Almased is produced and distributed in the United States by its U.S. corporation. The diet is backed by sound, scientific principles of nutrition to restore metabolic balance and burn fat, not muscle.

Effects

Almased claims people can lose 15 lbs. of fat, not muscle, in only six weeks using the supplement and regimen. The regimen involves cleansing by using liquid supplement fasting and healthy meals with moderate exercise. While following a healthy lifestyle, the drink provides essential protein and nutrients to curb hunger, prevent muscle loss, sustain energy and rebalance metabolism.

Ingredients

The supplement is made of all natural foods: soy protein isolate, honey and skim-milk yogurt powder. The skim milk keeps the fat low, and because it is fermented, it contains valuable enzymes that aid digestion of the soy. Easily digestible with probiotics, it is beneficial to the digestive tract. It is also fortified with vitamins and minerals for a well-rounded nutrient profile and a nutritious whole food meal replacement.

Features

The program begins with a two-day liquid fast in which only the protein drink is consumed three times a day. Next, whole foods are gradually added to the diet while you continue consuming the protein drink three times a day. The program claims you can lose 15 lbs. in six weeks. The longitudinal study recommends 26 weeks of use. The product also is reasonably priced compared to other protein powder supplements.

Benefits

Almased contains only all-natural, high-quality ingredients, which provide all the essential amino acids and proteins your body needs to give you strength, energy and stamina for intensive weight loss. It also has a low glycemic index of only 26 (55 and under is considered low). It has been clinically tested as safe for use by diabetics.

How it Works

Most diets focus on calorie reduction, which can leave the body deprived of many essential nutrients and amino acids, resulting in muscle loss instead of fat loss. This also leads to the yo-yo effect. When muscle is lost, metabolism rate is also lost. The mechanism of metabolism also depends on amino acids. You need to keep up your daily intake of amino acids to maintain metabolism. The Almased protein powder taken three times daily maintains metabolism. This means the body can convert fuel to energy, so you are not tired or hungry. This balance does not cause fat storage and allows fat to be broken down without muscle loss.

Clinical Trials

There is ample research to support the use of protein supplementation in weight loss. Independent research in Germany supports use of Almased for weight loss and as safe for balancing metabolism and blood sugar for weight loss in Type 2 diabetics (Kurt S. Zanker, J. Erxleben-Neis, G. Gottschalk, N. Schweig).