Our Dietrine Carb Blocker contains 100% Genuine Phase 2® Brand Starch Neutralizer produced by Pharmachem Laboratories. Each serving (two caplets) provides 1,000 mg of Phase 2®. Phase 2® is an amazing, non-stimulant, all-natural nutritional ingredient that is derived from the white kidney bean. It is the first nutritional ingredient that has been clinically & scientifically proven to neutralize starch, found in your favorite foods such as potatoes, breads, and pasta. Rice, corn and crackers. Phase 2® is a safe yet powerful nutritional ingredient, clinically studied to reduce the absorption of starch calories.

During the digestive process, your body converts carbohydrates, found in starchy foods such as potatoes and pasta, into sugar. Your body does this by breaking-down the carbohydrate molecule with alpha amylase, an enzyme that is produced in the pancreas. These sugar calories are either burned off, through exercise, or stored as fat cells for future use. Unfortunately, inactivity means that these stored fat cells accumulate. The result is weight gain.

Phase 2®, an exclusive, all-natural nutritional ingredient extracted from white kidney beans, "neutralizes" the digestive enzyme alpha amylase before it can convert starch into glucose and then fat. Essentially, it allows the carbohydrates to pass through the system possibly with less caloric intake. *

Do not be fooled by cheap products that may contain a generic white kidney bean extract plus some Phase 2. These products do NOT contain 100% of the Phase 2® extract and will not work as well.

Chromium (Chelavite) normalizes blood sugar & cholesterol and is a fat transporter. Helps insulin regulate the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins & fats. Repairs damaged muscle tissue. Controls appetite. Triggers thermogenesis. Used for diabetes, hypoglycemia, obesity, and heart disease. Chromium is a true “miracle mineral” and is necessary for pancreatic action, insulin production and also for overall Glucose Tolerance Factor, which is how the body recognizes sugar in the body and regulates production of Insulin to the cells. Chromium also has a dramatic effect on leaning body mass, turning fat into hard, lean muscle. The form we use is called Chromium Chelavite. It is the most powerful form available today and was developed by a leading mineral biotech scientist in Utah after some 15 years of research into increasing the body’s capacity to assimilate and then utilize the Chromium. Chromium Chelavite is so advanced in its performance capacities, it was recently awarded a special patent for its abilities.

Recent research has shown the optimum time to take Phase 2 Dietrine Carb Bloker is just before a starch-rich meal along with 8 oz of water. However, thestudies also showed that Phase 2 Dietrine Carb Blocker could still provide some of its starch "neutralizing" benefits when taken during, or just after, a starch-rich meal. One such study demonstrated
that Phase 2® could remain effective when a capsule is opened and sprinkled onto food.

1. Does 1 gram of Dietrine really "block" 2250 starch calories in humans?
Early studies showed Dietrine reduced the absorption of approximately 2,250 starch calories in the laboratory-not in humans. Human starch absorption studies showed that Dietrine reduced the absorption of starch calories by as much as 66%. However, individuals may experience different results based on body type, eating habits, and lifestyle.

2. Does Dietrine actually block or inhibit anything? That sounds dangerous!
Dietrine is considered a temporary alpha amylase "neutralizer". Alpha amylase is the enzyme that digests starch. Dietrine temporarily "neutralizes", the enzyme allowing some dietary starch to pass through the body undigested, like fiber. Since it stays in the GI tract, Dietrine does not enter the blood stream or affect the body's organs. No adverse side effects have been observed in several human studies.

3. What is Phase 2® (Phaseolamin 2250®)?
Dietrine is the first, non-stimulant, clinically-studied, standardized, all-natural starch "neutralizer." It is extracted from a fraction of the Great Northern white kidney bean
using proprietary processes developed by Pharmachem Laboratories.

4. How does Dietrine work?
Dietrine is formulated to "neutralize" the digestive enzyme, alpha amylase, and may temporarily reduce the caloric impact of starch rich foods.

5. What scientific evidence do you have that a show Dietrine is effective?
Additionally, a recently completed California study demonstrated that patients who took Phase 2® brand bean extract, lost nearly a half pound per week (3.8 lbs. over eight weeks), on average, or better than 200% more than those on placebo. Patients on the starch neutralizer also lost 1.5 inches around their waists, on average, or 43% more than those on placebo.

6. Are there any negative side effects to using Dietrine?
No adverse side effects were clinically observed in the starch absorption study. In the weight loss study, participants reported “good tolerability,” Some people may experience excess gas.

 7. How much Dietrine should I take?
Our clinical studies suggest efficacy at dosage levels between 500 mgs. and 1500 mgs., taken before eating starchy meals. Since everyone's metabolism is different, people may have to experiment on themselves to find the right levels.

8. Do I need to change my diet while taking Dietrine?
You should be able to eat more of the starch-rich foods you love. This does not mean you can eat all the carbs you want! However, any consistent, safe, healthy weight control program should include a sensible, balanced diet and exercise.

9. How much weight can I expect to lose in a month by taking Dietrine ?
Everyone's system is different and results will vary. In a 60-subject weight loss study, those taking Dietrine lost an average of 6.45 lbs. in 30 days, compared to those on placebo who lost less than 1 lb., on average. This is consistent with physician recommendations for slow, steady, safe carb control. In an 8-week 50 subject clinical trial conducted at Northridge Hospital (UCLA), subjects lost 1/2 - 2/3 pound per week on average, with some subjects reporting substantially greater weight loss. During this same time period, subjects' triglycerides were markedly reduced on average as well (see clinical studies on this site).

 
10. Do I need a prescription for Dietrine?
No. Dietrine is sold as a nutritional supplement.

11. How does new Dietrine differ from the old Starch Blockers and other bean extracts?
Phase 2® has been clinically studied several times, and has proven to be effective in humans. Dietrine is a brand new, highly concentrated standardized extract made from
a specific fraction of specially-sized Great Northern white kidney bean through proprietary processes. The so-called amylase inhibitors of the 1980's, and typical bean extracts, are simple whole bean powders or extracts with little or no clinical background.

12. How Do I Know That Phase2® is Really Working for Me?
This is the most common question we get and a very good one. We have made a very large investment in clinical studies to prove that this product works. And we have made this data available for you on this website. Please rest assured that Dietrine is working if taken properly. Understand that their is no magic pill when it comes to losing weight. If we are consuming the same amount of calories that we are burning, then our weight will stay the same. However, Phase2® has been clinically proven to significantly reduce the amount of starch calories our body will absorb thereby allowing us to enjoy more food without gaining weight (within reason), or to lose weight.