PRICE: $9.95 for each 60 capsule bottle (500mg per capsule) Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs now offers African Mango (Irvingia Gabonenis) 4:1 Extract in capsules which each contain a full 500mg (one half gram) of the extract.  This is a great product to help with weight loss. Studies have shown that African Mango Extract may inhibit body fat production. may help control appetite,  and may have an effect on enzymes that regulate metabolism. Click on this link: African Mango COA, to view the Certificate of Analysis of this particular batch.  These capsules are filled by hand with a manual encapsulation machine, not with a high speed automatic machine, and thus, only pure, unadulterated African Mango Extract is in the capsules. Capsules produced with high speed machines in herbal remedy and vitamin "factories" contain several other ingredients, including preservatives because so many bottles of product are produced at one time, and lubricants to ensure that the machines will run faster and more efficiently. Check their labels!  Also, Barlowe's Herbal Elixirs is one of the very few manufacturers that still pack their products in glass whenever possible, even though glass is more expensive.  Barlowe believes that chemicals can leach out of plastic containers and contaminate the contents, and that the use of glass is much better for the environment. The high content of dietary fiber in African Mango Extract may lower cholesterol, which could equate to weight loss. A 2005 study published in "Lipids in Health and Disease," evaluated 40 subjects, 28 of whom were given African Mango Extract three times a day. After one month, the group given the African Mango had lower total cholesterol, including LDL, the "bad" cholesterol, and triglycerides, as well as an increase in high-density lipoprotein levels, whereas the control group had no change in blood lipid levels. African Mango Extract also increases adiponectin, a hormone that affects glucouse and fat metabolism and increases insulin levels, prompting the body to use fat for energy, resulting in weight loss. Research was conducted at Cameroon's University of Yaounde with a test group of 72 overweight adults, some of whom were given extracts of the West African Mango two times a day over a 10 week period. The results showed significant weight loss averaging 12 kilograms, compared with the placebo group which showed no significant weight change. Further, African Mango contains the leptin hormone, a natural appetite suppressant. Leptin modulates appetite in the brain where it signals satiety (feeling of fullness). Leptin also helps to utilize fat for energy. However, many people may be resistant to leptin because elevated levels in the body bind to C-reactive proteins. The result is that leptin becomes ineffective. African Mango Extract seems to be able to combat leptin resistance by lowering C-reactive protein levels according to a report by Chris Lydon, MD in "Life Extensions Magazine." Research: African Mango May Help Weight Loss African Mango Extract Reduces Waist Size African Mango Beneficial For Weight Loss, Especially When Used With Cissus Quadrangularis Caution: Barlowe's African Mango Extract uses only the finest quality and most potent African Mango Extract from the most trusted suppliers. African Mango Extract is generally safe, but it is very potent and should be utilized with care. This product is for dietary use. If unexpected side-effects occur, discontinue use immediately! The above 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. Directions For Use: Take one or two capsules with water 30 minutes before meals.  For some people, dosage may need to be increased as results and usage amounts vary based on body type and weight. African Mango 4:1 Extract PRICE: $9.95 for each 60 capsule bottle (1/2 gram per capsule)