Metabolife Ultra Advanced Weight Loss Formula, 45 Caplets supplement bottle
Metabolife

Ultra Advanced Weight Loss Formula, 45 Caplets

What We Researched
6 active ingredients analyzed · 15 inactive ingredients decoded · 1 brand certification checked · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
56
Product Score Poor
53
Brand Score Poor

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Calcium 60 mg 5%
Chromium (as ChromeMate® chromium polynicotinate) 133 mcg 380%
Potassium (from SuperCitriMax®) 72 mg 2%
Garcinia cambogia extract (fruit) (as SuperCitriMax®, providing 360 mg hydroxycitric acid) 600 mg
Meratrim® Blend (Sphaeranthus indicus (flower) and Garcinia mangostana (fruit)) 267 mg
Caffeine 100 mg
Bioavailability Excellent

Absorption Rating

  • Calcium Good
  • Chromium (as ChromeMate® chromium polynicotinate) Good
  • Potassium (from SuperCitriMax®) Good
  • Garcinia cambogia extract (fruit) (as SuperCitriMax®, providing 360 mg hydroxycitric acid) Fair
  • Meratrim® Blend (Sphaeranthus indicus (flower) and Garcinia mangostana (fruit)) Good
  • Caffeine Good
Other Ingredients Very Poor

Fillers & Additives

  • Modified Cellulose
  • Dextrin
  • Stearic Acid
  • Croscarmellose Sodium
  • Silica
  • Titanium Dioxide High
  • Magnesium Stearate
  • Polyethylene Glycol Low
  • Dextrose
  • Soy Lecithin
  • FD&C Yellow #5 Medium
  • FD&C Red #40 Medium
  • Fd&c blue #3 High
  • Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose
  • Sodium Citrate
Efficacy Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Calcium 60 mg Under-dosed
  • Chromium (as ChromeMate® chromium polynicotinate) 133 mcg Effective
  • Potassium (from SuperCitriMax®) 72 mg Under-dosed
  • Garcinia cambogia extract (fruit) (as SuperCitriMax®, providing 360 mg hydroxycitric acid) 600 mg Under-dosed
  • Meratrim® Blend (Sphaeranthus indicus (flower) and Garcinia mangostana (fruit)) 267 mg Under-dosed
  • Caffeine 100 mg Effective

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calcium 60 mg 5%
Chromium (as ChromeMate® chromium polynicotinate) 133 mcg 380%
Potassium (from SuperCitriMax®) 72 mg 2%
Garcinia cambogia extract (fruit) (as SuperCitriMax®, providing 360 mg hydroxycitric acid) 600 mg
Meratrim® Blend (Sphaeranthus indicus (flower) and Garcinia mangostana (fruit)) 267 mg
Caffeine 100 mg

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Modified Cellulose Safe

Creates vegetarian capsule shells with controlled dissolution.

Dextrin Generally_safe

It is used as a filler, binder, or coating agent.

Stearic Acid Safe

Helps ingredients flow smoothly through manufacturing equipment.

Croscarmellose Sodium Safe

Helps tablets break apart and dissolve quickly in the stomach.

Silica Safe

Prevents ingredients from clumping and improves powder flow.

Titanium Dioxide Caution

Used as a whitening agent in tablet coatings and capsules.

Magnesium Stearate Safe

Prevents ingredients from sticking to manufacturing equipment during tableting.

Polyethylene Glycol Caution

It is used as a binder, coating agent, or to improve solubility.

Dextrose Generally_safe

It is used as a filler, sweetener, or to improve the flow of powders.

Soy Lecithin Safe

Helps blend oil and water-based ingredients. Common allergen.

FD&C Yellow #5 Caution

It is added to supplements to provide color.

FD&C Red #40 Caution

It is used to improve the appearance of the supplement.

Fd&c blue #3 Unknown
Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose Generally_safe

It is used as a thickener, binder, or stabilizer.

Sodium Citrate Safe

Stabilizes pH and helps maintain ingredient effectiveness.

Price Comparison

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Brand Trust Report
Metabolife

Founded 1995 · Boca Raton, Florida, USA · 1 products · metabolife.co/

Certifications

1 certification
Nsf Gmp Verified Source

Transparency

2 claims
In House Testing — Claimed Source

Violation History

6 incidents
Prop 65 Lead2020-03-13Source
Lawsuit Hundreds of personal injury lawsuits related to ephedra-containing products.2005Source
Recall All ephedra-containing dietary supplements2004-04-12Source
Lawsuit Founder Michael Ellis was indicted on federal charges of lying to the FDA.2004Source
Lawsuit The company and its owner were investigated for income tax evasion.2002Source
Fda Warning Lying to the FDA about the dangers of its ephedra-based diet supplement.1998-1999Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Metabolife Ultra Advanced Weight Loss Formula, 45 Caplets a good supplement?

Metabolife Ultra Advanced Weight Loss Formula, 45 Caplets received a product quality score of 56/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating several areas of concern that consumers should review. The product contains 6 active ingredients with 45 servings per container. Of the 15 inactive ingredients, 7 are rated safe and 4 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, Metabolife, holds a brand trust score of 53/100 with 1 verified certifications including Nsf Gmp.

What are the ingredients in Metabolife Ultra Advanced Weight Loss Formula, 45 Caplets?

Metabolife Ultra Advanced Weight Loss Formula, 45 Caplets contains 6 active ingredients: Calcium (60 mg), Chromium (as ChromeMate® chromium polynicotinate) (133 mcg), Potassium (from SuperCitriMax®) (72 mg), Garcinia cambogia extract (fruit) (as SuperCitriMax®, providing 360 mg hydroxycitric acid) (600 mg), Meratrim® Blend (Sphaeranthus indicus (flower) and Garcinia mangostana (fruit)) (267 mg), Caffeine (100 mg). Notable high-dose ingredients include Chromium at 380% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Metabolife Ultra Advanced Weight Loss Formula, 45 Caplets safe to take?

Metabolife Ultra Advanced Weight Loss Formula, 45 Caplets has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 15 inactive ingredients, 7 are rated safe. 4 ingredients are flagged for review: Titanium Dioxide, Polyethylene Glycol, FD&C Yellow #5. 'Caution' doesn't mean dangerous — it indicates the ingredient has some considerations worth being aware of, such as potential sensitivities or ongoing research. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is Metabolife a trustworthy supplement brand?

Metabolife receives a brand trust score of 53/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida, USA, the company offers 1 products in their lineup. They hold 1 verified certifications including Nsf Gmp. Third-party certifications are independently verified and indicate the brand meets specific quality, purity, and manufacturing standards. Note: Metabolife has 6 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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