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Side Effects of Ripped Fuel

Ripped Fuel is a weight loss supplement designed to help users lose weight, burn fat and increase energy. Ripped Fuel is readily available both online and over the counter. The original formula of Ripped Fuel contained ephedra, which was banned by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2004. The current formula of Ripped Fuel does not contain ephedra. Ripped Fuel contains synephrine, St. John's Wort, guarana seed extract, phenylalanine, coleus forskohilii, green tea extract, citrus bioflavanoids, ginger root, yohimbe bark and cayenne.

  1. Dehydration

    • Ripped Fuel can cause dehydration in some users. Ripped Fuel contains ingredients that boost the metabolism, which can increase the excretion of fluids through both perspiration and urination. To avoid dehydration while taking Ripped Fuel, increase your fluid intake. Dehydration can lead to muscle cramping. Exercising or performing strenuous activities with cramped muscles can lead to muscle tears, ligament damage and sprains.

    Constipation

    • Constipation is a common side effect of weight loss supplements such as Ripped Fuel. Constipation occurs when using weight loss supplements because they cause more fluid to be excreted from the body via perspiration and urination. To help avoid constipation while using Ripped Fuel, increase fluid intake and follow a diet rich in fiber-based foods. For more troublesome constipation, consider using a laxative or stool softener.

    Stimulant-Related Issues

    • Ripped Fuel contains the stimulants green tea extract and guarana seed extract, both of which contain caffeine. The use of any product that contains stimulants can cause both your heart rate and blood pressure to increase. Visual signs of a stimulant overdose include profuse sweating, jitters and, in severe cases, muscle spasms. Only use the amount of Ripped Fuel recommended on the packaging.

    Nausea

    • Nausea may occur from using Ripped Fuel. The body generally needs three to four days to gain a tolerance to ingredients found in a medication or supplement. After the initial three to four days of use, nausea should be minimal or nonexistent. If nausea continues to be an issue with use, consider choosing a different weight loss supplement.

    Sleep Complications

    • Sleep complications might occur from the use of Ripped Fuel because it contains stimulants and other ingredients that boost the metabolism and energy level. Take Ripped Fuel early on in your day to help avoid sleep complications, such as insomnia. Exceeding the dosing recommendation listed on the packaging will make sleep complications a more likely side effect of use.

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