The GOLO diet, created by Dr. Albow and his team of experts, is a three step plan that helps in weight loss and further weight control. The first step deals with dieting. There is a manual provided with a 30 day sample menu plan. This menu contains of everyday foods like fruits, vegetables and healthy food options. The second step of the GOLO diet is the supplements, called Release, that have to be consumed orally. These tablets target the insulin produced by the body and helps its regulation. The final step is known as the Roadmap. This is a free lifelong membership to the GOLO website, where you can keep a track on your health and fitness.

Listed below is a list of the key ingredients in the supplement Release.

Magnesium: This mineral is essential for bone and heart health. It also aids in metabolism and regulates the insulin and glucose levels in the body.

Zinc: the body needs this mineral for the proper functioning of the immune system. It also helps the body decide how much fat is needed by it.

Chromium: This is an important mineral that factors into how insulin helps the body regulate the sugar levels in the blood.

Banaba leaf extract: Do not confuse this with the banana leaf. The banaba tree is a native of India and Philippines. The leaf contains properties that control the amount of glucose present on a cellular level and in turn contributing to weight loss.

Inositol: A chemical compound that is directly involved in breaking down fat molecules and also in the process of cleaning and maintaining the health of the liver.

Rhodiola root extract: This herb is also known as the golden root. This herb is tremendously effective in burning fat, especially belly fat and also increasing energy levels in the body.

Barberry extract: The extract from this herb is known to have insulin resistant properties and also improves the metabolism of the body.

Organic flaxseed oil: This oil contains Omega 3, which is essential healthy fat that our body needs. This helps the body absorb the essential nutrients from food, making the body less susceptible to cravings and hunger pangs.

Since the products used are widely natural and organic in nature, the consumption of these supplements is harmless and relatively free of side effects. The scientists and the GOLO facility claim that it took them 7 years of studies and research to get the perfect mix of ingredients, diet plans and exercises to ensure that the GOLO diet would be successful.