Skinny Stix Review: Does It Really Work?

There are many products on the market today that claim to boost weight loss¹. I am sure that we all may have struggled with losing a few pounds on occasion.

There is no easy fix. Diet and exercise are key, but a boost now and then would be nice.

But where do you begin with the amount of supplements that are available.

One product tells us that:

Losing weight has never been so easy… or so delicious!

This product is Skinny Stix.

Promoted by the actress and former Playgirl model Jenny McCarthy, it says it is:

The best tasting, easiest, most incredible way to lose weight, burn fat, increase energy, heighten focus, boost mood & much, much more… period!

Let’s delve a bit deeper and see what it’s all about.

Skinny Stix is one of a few weight loss supplements marketed by Zoller Laboratories under the Zantrex brand.

The company was founded in 2002 and is based in Salt Lake City, Utah. Their mission is to:

Be at the forefront of rapid weight loss and incredible energy

Skinny Stix are a powder that dissolves in water to form a drink. It comes in three flavours, Berry, Lime and Tangerine. It is supplied in one serving sachets for ease of use.

Let’s see what is in it.

Skinny Stix has 5 calories per serving and contains:

Yerbe Mate Extract

This may reduce appetite and boost metabolism. It may increase the amount of fat burned for fuel. It may help you lose weight. It also has other health benefits. It may improve your mood and boost your immune system².

Guarana Extract

This contains caffeine. It may be taken for weight loss. It may also help athletic and mental performance. It may increase energy. There is no good scientific evidence to support these uses³.

Coffee Bean Extract

This is a natural stimulant. It may help in a reduction of long term weight gain⁴ .

Damiana Extract

This has been used in folk medicine as an aphrodisiac. It contains caffeine ⁵.

Stevia

This is a natural sweetener. It may also help lower cholesterol⁶ .

Cacao Extract

This has health benefits and may help weight loss⁷.

Cayenne Pepper

May help weight loss. It may also suppress appetite⁸.

Chlorella

This is a green algae. It has many health benefits. It may help lower cholesterol and boost your immune system⁹.

Berry Extracts

These may help weight loss¹⁰.

It is worth noting that product contains sucralose as an artificial sweetener. This combined with the Stevia in the product may cause side effects in some people. These include nausea, bloating and diarrhea.

Skinny Stix may be taken in two ways. At any time for an energy boost or 15 minutes before meals to boost weight loss.

The company state it will provide:

• Powerful appetite control
• Mood elevation
• Increased energy
• Fat burning
• Stamina
• Improved focus

There is some indication that the individual ingredients may provide health benefits. Some may help with weight loss.

There is no independent study on this product as whole to prove it works.

There are no listed side effects. The company does however warn:

Do not use if pregnant or nursing. This product contains a significantly potent xanthine (i.e., caffeine and caffeine-like stimulants) mixture, of about 120 mg per serving. Consult your physician before use if you are taking medication, are sensitive to stimulants, or have a medical condition.

Some customers have reported side effects including nausea and headaches.

Let’s look at what customers are saying about this product.

Of 274 reviews on Amazon 67% rate Skinny Stix above average. It has a 3.9* rating. It has 4.1* rating on Walgreens, a 4* rating on Walmart and a 4.4* rating on Groupon.

Many customers are very happy with the results this supplement provides. They report weight loss and increased energy.

T writes:

I am skeptical of any of this stuff. I tried the fitteam stuff and liked it, but it was so expensive. So after googling alternatives this one came up. THIS WORKS. I have lost almost 6 pounds in 2 weeks, I am eating 1300 calories or less, I have energy and it KILLS, I MEAN kills my appetite. I have not started working out yet, I have only done zumba a couple of times. I eat now because it’s time to eat, not because I am hungry, or because of cravings. I drink 1 between 11 to 1 pm. That works for me, I don’t have to drink 2. IT gives me energy, I feel good, I actually feel like moving and doing something. I am not hungry is the best thing. I was always starving by early evening and would ruin all my good dieting from earlier in the day. I am somewhat sensitive to caffeine, I have this and a cup of coffee in the AM. I don’t get jittery, but I do get an energy buzz if that is a thing. I am really happy and hope the effects don’t taper off.

There are people that appreciate the ease of individual sachets. They also like the taste.

JustMarz821 reports:

These are great for on the go. A lot of products out there have a weird taste, but not this one (at least not to me).

Not everyone is as pleased. Some report that the product is too sweet and has a chemical taste.

Tomash22 thinks it tastes awful.

Literally one of the worst tasting energy/appetite suppressant drinks I’ve ever tasted. It was hard to force myself to drink a whole bottle. I honestly didn’t feel the increase in energy either and I followed the directions for use exactly as stated.

Some people find that it does not give them an energy boost. Nor does it help them lose weight.

Sarah Villaverde writes:

These do absolutely nothing for me. Do not waste your money. They did not satisfy my appetite, nor did they give me energy. Huge waste of money. And they are so sweet, they are almost undrinkable.

The company does offer an autoship programme. If you join this the cost is $23.99 per box with free shipping and handling.

See below how the official site looks like.

The company offers a 30 day 100% money back guarantee. This excludes shipping and handling.

You need to contact the company to get an authorisation. You can do this via telephone or email. You also may need to provide proof of purchase.

There are many positive reviews about this product. Some use it for weight loss. Some like the energy boost.

It does appear to contain a lot of caffeine. If you are sensitive this it may not be for you.

The individual servings are easy to take with you wherever you go.

The company does advise that you follow a diet and exercise plan. So as like anything else, there is no quick easy fix. You may try this and find you are one of the lucky ones and it may work for you.

We laid out the facts, will you buy Skinny Stix? Comment below and tell us what you think!