Carbohydrates . . . We love them. We crave them. But they add up in calories . . . Americans now eat more carbohydrates than ever - 50 more pounds per person, each year in the last ten years. They are now thought to be a major contributor to obesity. Today's societal pressures often cause us to eat foods that are quick and easy, and those are often the fast foods high in carbohydrates. If we do not use these carb calories for energy during the day, they end up being stored as body fat. When we reduce the amount of carbohydrates from our diet, we will lose weight. This means cutting back on American favorites - breads, pastas, potatoes and other starchy foods. Another way to approach this difficult task is to try the latest dietary supplement that has been shown to effectively inhibit starchy carbohydrate absorption, causing a percentage of carbs to pass through and be eliminated from the body. This exciting new ingredient is called Phase 2™ and is the main ingredient in Baywood's Carb Eliminator® Triple Action Formula. Carb Eliminator® Triple Action Formula (1) Carbohydrate Blocker - Phase 2™: This ingredient is derived from Phaseolus vulgaris, commonly known as White Kidney Bean. Phase 2™ inhibits alpha amylase, the enzyme that promotes the breakdown of starch in the gastrointestinal tract. This results in a reduction in the absorption of starch in foods, so that less starchy carbohydrates are broken down and converted into blood sugar. These clinically significant results are based on a recent, 8-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 50 subjects conducted at Northridge Hospital Medical Center, UCLA academic affiliate. In addition, an analyses of two double-blind, placebo-controlled, human pilot trials, showed that starch absorption averaged 66% lower in the group taking Phase 2™. Two safety studies showed Phase 2™ to be safe and non-toxic. (2) Appetite Suppression: Another important part of carbohydrate control and reaching weight loss goals includes appetite suppression. Carb Eliminator® Triple Action Formula includes a proprietary blend of yerba mate, Korean ginseng, eleuthero (Siberian ginseng), and green tea in order to promote appetite suppression. (3) Ephedra-Free Energizer: Having more energy also promotes increased calorie burning (thermogenesis). Bitter orange, yerba mate, Korean ginseng, eleuthero (Siberian ginseng), and green tea are used in a proprietary blend for boosting energy and decreasing appetite. Bitter orange (also known as zhi shi and citrus aurantium) contains synephrine in the plant extract, functioning as a milder stimulant. Additional Ingredients in Carb Eliminator® Triple Action Formula Digestive Enzyme Blend: A proprietary blend of digestive enzymes including bromelain, papain and peptizyme, are included to support the digestive process so that the breakdown and utilization of foods for an energy source can be optimized. Glucoport™: This trademarked botanical extract is included in the formula for its role in supporting blood sugar balance. Glucoport™ is made from a medicinal plant known as Banaba leaf (Lagerstroemia speciosa L.) extract. An extract from the leaves of this plant contains high levels of corosolic acid, which is a vegetable protein that has an insulin-like effect on the body. Gymnema Sylvestre: Used for centuries as an efficient therapy for assisting with healthy blood sugar control, Gymnema is thought to support the pancreatic islets of Langerhan cells and several beta-cell lines which all function to produce adequate insulin. Fenugreek Seeds: These contain an active amino acid called 4-hydroxysoleucine, which has been found to increase insulin production and also to mimic insulin itself, which can assist with restoring normal levels of blood sugar. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration(FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. * Laboratory tests were performed by Pharmachem Labs, Inc. Baywood is not an agent or employee of Pharmachem Labs, Inc. "Phase 2" is a t