ZENSO - FAQ
Zenso weight management solution is a programmethat helps you lose weight healthily through improving your body composition rather than just reducing numbers on your scale. Our programmeutilizes a holistic approach to weight management consisting of dietary guidelines, meal plans, exercise guides, and Zenso products inspired by the Japanese black vinegar, Kurozu. There are altogether 4 products: KuroMizu, KuroShuga, KuroOiru, and KuroDaitto, all formulated with Kurozu and numerous other patented and branded ingredients proven to keep your body weight healthy through 4 scientific methods: (1) reduce ingestion, (2) reduce absorption, (3) enhance metabolism and (4) reduce accumulation ....
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Kurozu is a kind of black vinegar produced in Kagoshima, Japan with over 200 years of brewing history. Kurozu is made through fermenting premium rice in natural alkaline water, making it rich in amino acids that are not present in most kinds of vinegar. It also contains a lot of vitamins, minerals and organic acids that cannot be synthesized by the human body. Kurozu mainly enhances the metabolism of sugar and fat in our body, making it really beneficial in the weight management process ....
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We recommend first-time users to start with Zenso Advance to achieve optimum results in weight management. For maintenance purposes, customers will be recommended Zenso Lite after achieving their ideal weight and body composition ....
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You can expect a reduction in weight and body fat within one month of consumption. Besides that, you should also expect to see reductions in the circumferences of waist, hip, arms and thighs. Some of the customers would also observe improvements on their health conditions, e.g. more energetic, better sleep quality, mood, or skin conditions lesser cravings for food etc. ....
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As soon as after one week of consumption, customers can start to see reductions in weight. To see results in the reduction of circumferences of waist, hip, arms and thighs, it might take around one month. ....
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Products in Zenso series are safe for consumption. Every batch of our products undergoes a stringent quality check done by external accredited laboratories that tests for heavy metals and microorganisms to ensure the products' safety and quality. All our products are carefully manufactured in a GMP and HACCP certified facility. Safety and quality are of our utmost priority, so only the best products will reach our customers ....
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Since the products of Zenso series are drug-free, there will not be any side effects on the long-term consumers of Zenso. However, during the course of weight management, customers that are taking Zenso might experience a few common bodily reactions including dizziness during the first few days, lesser defecation due to little solid food intake, disruption of menstrual cycle due to body fat reduction, slight dehydration due to diuretics etc. However, these common bodily reactions will subside after the body adapts to the weight management program ....
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Generally, the rate of body weight reduction will be at its fastest during the first 2 weeks. After that, your body weight will become more stable or even increase slightly especially for those who exercise, as the body continues to build up muscles, and muscle mass is heavier than fat. As long as there's a reduction in body fat, you are on the right track of weight management. ....
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Yes, Zenso products are suitable to be consumed for both men and women ....
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It is normal to lose muscle during weight loss, as the body would metabolize glycogen, fat and muscle tissues to provide sufficient energy for the body. Generally, glycogen and fat loss would be greater than your muscle loss. If you wish to gain more muscle while taking Zenso, you may take 1-2 portion(s) of protein powder daily and complement it with weight resistance exercises to help build up more muscle ....
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It is normal to lose muscle during weight loss, as the body would metabolize glycogen, fat and muscle tissues to provide sufficient energy for the body. Generally, glycogen and fat loss would be greater than your muscle loss. If you wish to gain more muscle while taking Zenso, you may take 1-2 portion(s) of protein powder daily and complement it with weight resistance exercises to help build up more muscle ....
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Generally, Zenso is suitable for all kinds of people who wish to manage their weight and achieve a healthy body composition. However, people who are allergic to the ingredients in Zenso products (KuroOiru - chitosan (from shellfish), KuroDaitto - soy, macademia) and people with serious medical conditions (e.g. heart failure, chronic kidney disease, cancer, stroke etc) should seek the doctor's advice before starting their weight management programmeor consuming Zenso products. ....
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There is no limit to the duration of taking Zenso weight management products. Zenso can always be taken by customers who want to maintain their weight and body composition even after their ideal weight has been achieved. ....
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KuroDaitto, KuroOiru and KuroMizu contain ingredients of animal origin: KuroDaitto - Milk Protein, KuroOiru - Chitosan (extracted from shells), KuroMizu - Honey. Whereas, KuroShuga uses all plant-based ingredients, therefore, it can be taken by vegetarians ....
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Pregnant or breast-feeding mothers can safely consume KuroDaitto.However, for KuroMizu, KuroShuga, and KuroOiru, despite being made from natural sources and are generally safe for consumption, are not recommended for pregnant women or lactating mothers for there hasn't been any safety studies in clinical trials conducted. ....
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Zenso is specially formulated for adults (18 years old and above). Children and adoslescents below 18 years old are not recommended to take Zenso products as no safety study in clinical trials has been conducted. If adolescents (12- 18 years old) wish to try these products, they are advised to first consult a doctor before taking Zenso products. Children below 12 years old are strictly prohibited to take Zenso products ....
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Yes, provided that it is black coffee or just pure tea made with hot water. Your tea or coffee should not contain any creamers, sugars or other sweetening agents ....
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The ‘rebound effect’ happens when a caloric deficit diet is not maintained after achieving the targeted weight in a weight loss program. In Zenso, we hope to inspire change in a person’s lifestyle instead of just helping consumers achieve weight loss. We recommend maintaining a healthy lifestyle through consuming sufficient nutrients and engaging in frequent physical exercises even after acheiving your targeted weight, which can effectively prevent a rebound effect ....
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Slimaluma cactus extract and other natural ingredients present in KuroDaitto provides satiation and reduces food cravings, so you will experience fullness for up to 4 hours. You may also take a serving of the suggested foods if necessary ....
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It is normal to feel tired as this is a sign that your body is adapting to this program. You may rest more when you feel tired, just make sure that you consume 2-3 litres of water and get 7 hours of sleep daily. You may also consume a serving of the suggested foods if you feel hungry ....
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KuroDaitto contains 18 types of vitamins and minerals. Some of the main micronutrients that are essential for the human body such as iron, calcium, Vitamin B complex, zinc, Vitamin C and more, are found in KuroDaitto ....
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We do not recommend using salad dressings as most salad dressings are oil-based and dense with calories. You can however use a small amount of herbs and spices or lemon juice to enhance the taste ....
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We do not recommend exercise when you are feeling extremely tired during your first phase of taking Zenso. You may start to incorporate exercise into your second and third phase of taking Zenso, ideally 30 minutes of moderate-intensity workout 5 times per week or a total of 75 minutes of weekly intense workouts ....
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We recommend taking at least 2-3 litres of plain water or mineral water. Sweetened drinks, carbonated drinks, fruit juice, alcohol and other beverages containing chemicals (flavourings, colourings etc) are strongly prohibited. ....
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Zenso products do not contain synthetic hormones, so it does not affect your endocrine system directly. What actually happens is when the body starts to burn fat, which is crucial for hormone production, it might cause a slight delay in the menstrual cycle. So customers can consume some foods that contain healthy fats like salmon, walnut, almond, avocado, and chia seeds to support the hormone production ....
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Yes, you may continue with your protein supplement intake, but preferably ones with higher degrees of purity ....
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You still need to maintain good eating habits (e.g. control food portions and cooking methods, reduce the intake of unhealthy foods, restrict alcohol consumption etc.) and exercise regularly in order to keep your ideal weight ....
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Zenso is a complete weight management solution that consists of 4 products in a series. KuroDaitto, KuroShuga, KuroOiru and KuroMizu work on different aspects and synergistically help to achieve healthy weight and body composition. ....
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People who practise ketogenic diet are required to control their carbohydrate intake between 20-50 grams daily. The carbohydrate content for each product is: KuroDaitto (chocolate) - 10g/serving, KuroDaitto (vanilla) - 11.4g/serving, KuroMizu - 1.8g/sachet, KuroShuga - 0.9g/tablet, KuroOiru - 0.9g/tablet. Both Zenso Advance and Zenso Lite plans do not exceed the ketogenic diet's daily carbohydrate intake restrictions. Even though Zenso is not specially formulated for ketogenic diets, the Zenso weight management programmeis still suitable for the people who are practising ketogenic diet ....
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Avoid taking Zenso products for at least 2 weeks before going in for any kind of surgery. You may resume taking Zenso products 1 month after the surgery is done, provided that your wound has completely healed and recovered (including the removal of dressing) and there are no dietary restrictions posed by your doctor ....
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Yes. Zenso products does not contain any synthetic or natural hormones that will interfere with hormonal regulation during your mestruation period ....
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People with stage 1 and 2 kidney disease can take Zenso on alternate days. However, please consult with your doctor before taking Zenso. People with stage 3 and 4 kidney failures are generally advised against taking any supplement or high nutrient functional food. ....
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Yes, but it depends on whether the person has to follow any dietary restrictions. If there is any, we would suggest that they start taking Zenso products after completing their diet to avoid any possible food-drug interactions. We do not recommend patients with stage 3 or stage 4 cancer to take Zenso products. ....
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People with G6PD can take Zenso as the Zenso products do not contain any ingredients that can cause hemolytic anemia. However, we would recommended that you consult your doctor before taking any Zenso products. ....
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Yes, but please be reminded that the customer should not stop taking his/her medication. ....
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Yes, a diabetic patient who is on insulin injection can take Zenso products. However, please be cautious and make sure to monitor your blood glucose level in case it becomes too low. As a precaution, please consult your doctor before taking Zenso. ....
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Yes, a diabetic patient who is on insulin injection can take Zenso products. However, please be cautious and make sure to monitor your blood glucose level in case it becomes too low. As a precaution, please consult your doctor before taking Zenso. ....
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Yes. However, please be reminded to continue taking your anti-diabetic medication and monitor your blood glucose level at all times. As a precaution, please consult your doctor before you start consuming Zenso products. ....
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Yes. Please be reminded to continue taking your anti-hypertensive medication and monitor your blood pressure level at all times. As a precaution, please consult your doctor before you start consuming Zenso products. ....
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Yes. Please be reminded to leave a gap of 2 hours between taking Zenso products and your blood thinner. ....
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Zenso products should be stored in a cool, dry place and kept away from direct sunlight. Please ensure that the bottles (KuroShuga & KuroOiru) are closed properly and the pouch (KuroDaitto) is sealed tight each time after consumption. ....
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We suggest keeping the consumption of KuroShuga, KuroOiru and KuroMizu with other medicine at least 2 hours apart to avoid any food-drug interaction. For KuroDaitto, it is not neccesary to leave a gap between the time of its consumption and your medicine. ....
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It is normal to feel hungry during the first few days on the Zenso weight management program. You can eat some food to provide sufficient energy to support your daily activities. It is advisible to consume foods that are high in protein (eg: eggs, tofu, lean chicken, fish) or dietary fibre (e.g. vegetables and low-sugar fruits) as these foods can provide greater satiety to the body. For a more detailed dietary guideline, you may refer to the booklet that comes with your Zenso products. ....
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It is normal to feel headaches or dizziness during the first few days on the Zenso program. This is your body reacting to extreme calorie deficit and it needs some time to adapt to it. During the first few days, we recommend that you to hold off on exercising or doing high intensity physical activities until your body gets adapted and shows no more symptoms of headache or dizziness. ....
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Yes, but we recommend limiting the amount of fruits to a maximum of 1 serving per day and eat only low-sugar fruits. Fruits naturally contain high-levels of fructose, and so it has a higher glycemic index compared to vegetables. Besides, fruits can easily cause an increase in our insulin levels and also encourage our body to store fat. Hence, the intake amount and types of fruits should be limited. Fruits with low sugar content include kiwi, strawberry, blueberry, lemon, guava, plum, avocado etc. ....
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Generally, the progress of losing weight is at its fastest during the first 1-2 weeks. After adapting to your current dietary habits and calorie intake, your body weight will reduce at a slower rate, or even become stable. Bear in mind that your body weight should not be your only concern. Instead, you should look out for the levels of your body fat and muscle, and also the appearance of your body. As long as your body fat is decreasing, your muscle mass is increasing (when you start to do exercise), and your body looks more in-shape compared to when you started, then you are on the right way of managing your weight. ....
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Constipation can happen when there is a huge change in your dietary habits. Besides, you have already reduced your intake on solid foods while you are on Zenso, which automatically leads to lesser stools. To resolve this problem, we recommend that you to take sufficient water (2-3L/day) and high fiber foods such as vegetables and fruits to bulk up your stools so that it can be passed out easily. ....
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At the begining of the Zenso program, a minority of people would experience diarrhea simply because there is a change in their dietary habits. Your digestive system will take a few days to adjust itself to the products. You are also encouraged to take more dietary fiber to reduce the occurence of watery stools. ....
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Zenso Advance:Breakfast: 1 sachet KuroMizu and 2 scoops of KuroDaitto. You may have a mini meal as your morning tea snack.Lunch: 1 tablet of KuroOiru and KuroShuga each and 2 scoops of KuroDaitto. You may have a mini meal as your evening tea snack.Dinner: 1 tablet of KuroOiru and KuroShuga each and 2 scoops of KuroDaitto. Zenso Lite: Breakfast: 2 scoops of KuroDaitto. You may have a mini meal as your morning tea snack.Lunch: 2 tablets of KuroOiru and KuroShuga each with a normal meal. You may have a mini meal as your evening tea snack.Dinner: 2 scoops of KuroDaitto. Please refer to the Zenso Dietary Guideline for your mini meals and normal meals. ....
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Not recommended. We are confident that Zenso's formulation is the comprehensive solution to weight management. Apart from that, we are also unable to ensure the efficacy and safety of other weight management products, or would Zenso cause any interaction in other products. ....
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For Zenso advance, the effectiveness in weight reduction relies heavily on the consumption of Zenso products and also commitment from the consumer. For Zenso Lite however, the effectiveness in weight reduction depends on both the consumption of Zenso products and a balanced diet. This is because for Zenso Lite, the consumer is allowed to take 1 normal meal daily, hence the types of food eaten and the meal portion will greatly affect the weight management results. ....
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The main product that can help to reduce visceral fat is KuroOiru. One of the branded ingredients in KuroOiru, Morosil red orange fruit extract, is rich in anthocyanidins, which is a phytonutrient proven to reduce visceral adipose tissue. KuroOiru also contains shekwasha juice that can help reduce visceral fat. Nevertheless, if the consumer is taking the whole set of Zenso products, the effects on reducing visceral fat will more pronounced than consuming KuroOiru alone. This is because Zenso products work synergistically in weight management to help achieve the optimum improvement in weight and body composition. ....
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Stretch marks are formed when plenty of fats accumulate in the adipose tissue within a short period of time, leading to the over-stretching of the skin and scar formation. To avoid stretch marks, consumer should exercise to stretch their skin regularly, so that it can retain elasticity and reduce the risk of developing stretch marks. ....
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Your skin will loosen if you slim down without exercising, especially when there is not enough collagen in your skin. Hence, we recommended our customers to exercise regularly so that the skin can become more firm and elastic. ....
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Yes, of course. Wellous' products are either supplements or functional foods, which will not interfere with the effectiveness of Zenso products. Furthermore, some Wellous products will also support your progress in weight management, for example Frusso can increase your dietary fiber intake, Probiome can aid digestion, and Bio-Grape Seed can enhance your overall health. ....
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Cellulite tissue is a condition that makes your skin appear bumpy and dimpled. Cellulite is formed when the fat cells swell up and push outwards into the tissues under the skin. Zenso products can help induce fat burn and reduce the size of fat cells, hence it can help improve your problem with cellulite tissue. ....
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Yes. However, we would recommend those with high uric acid to start with Zenso Lite to make a gradual progress in weight reduction. This is important as uric acid will be released into the bloodstream when the body starts to break down excessive fat. If the uric acid cannot be excreted out of the body in time, it might cause the formation of uric acid crystals that will trigger gout and joint pain. Hence, to avoid experiencing such discomfort, we would suggest a slow and steady weight reduction process starting with the Zenso Lite Package. ....
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While taking Zenso products, the dramatic changes in body composition especially due to body fat reduction would cause temporary hormonal imbalance, which could lead to some hair loss problems. This is because fats are essential for our hormone production. However, when the body has adapted to these changes, the hormonal function will resume, and the hair loss problem will be resolved. ....
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There are different ingredients in Zenso series that can help suppress appetite via various mechanisms, including Kurozu black vinegar from all 4 Zenso products, Slimaluma cactus extract and konjac from KuroDaitto, white kidney bean from KuroShuga, garcinia extract from KuroOiru, and ginger extract from KuroMizu. ....
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It is best to measure your body weight and composition in the morning after urination and defecation. Also, please ensure that your body weight and body composition measurements are taken at roughly the same time every day, so that the readings can be compared with better accuracy. ....
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Yes, even though Zenso products contain Kurozu black vinegar, its acidity is only exhibited through our liquid product, which is KuroMizu. For people with GERD or acid reflux problems, we would suggest that they consume KuroMizu after their morning meal, regardless the meal being a meal replacement or just normal breakfast. ....
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Yes, but the consumption method would be different from the usual weight management programme. For people who wish to gain weight, he/she can take normal meals as usual, and take KuroDaitto as an additional meal instead of taking it as a meal replacement. KuroDaitto contains whey protein, soy protein, vitamins and minerals, which are essential for the build-up of muscles in the body. ....
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Yes, but we highly recommend you to follow our designated consumption methods of Zenso products to achieve optimal results. ....
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If your calorie intake is less than your total energy expenditure, you will not gain weight. However, a diet that is high in sugar or unhealthy fats pose great risks of getting high blood glucose and cholesterol, which contributes towards the development of visceral fats, which is also known as skinny fat ....
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Definitely. We highly encourage our customers to continue with the Zenso Maintenance Package even after they have achieved their targeted body weight. ....
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We would recommend skinny people with high visceral fat levels to take our Zenso Maintenance Package with KuroOiru, which can help reduce fat absorption and accumulation as well as visceral fat. ....
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Yes. No studies have shown that the daily consumption of Kurozu black vinegar will cause osteoporosis. On the other hand, Kurozu is rich in minerals that are essential for bone health. Furthermore, KuroDaitto also contains high amounts of calcium that can improve bone health and reduce the risk of osteoporosis. ....
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Yes. However, for people with low blood pressure, please be advised to drink more water to avoid dehydration while taking KuroMizu. ....
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Yes. However, we recommend people with low blood glucose to take mini meals in between every meal replacement or normal meals to avoid dizziness or other common symptoms that usually come with low blood sugar. ....
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Yes. As PCOS usually causes obesity due to hormonal imbalance, studies have shown that weight reduction can help relieve the severity of PCOS symptoms. ....
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No. Anorexia is a mental and behavioral disorder usually developed during puberty. The Zenso weight management programme only helps to suppress appetite, but will not cause anorexia. ....
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You might give it a try. The only milk derivative present in Zenso products is the isolated whey protein found in KuroDaitto. As customers might only be allergic to other components in the milk, isolated whey protein might not trigger their allergic reations. ....
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You might give it a try. The only soy derivative present in Zenso products is the isolated soy protein found in KuroDaitto. As customers might only be allergic to other components contained in whole soy beans, isolated soy protein might not trigger their allergic reations. ....
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KuroDaitto (Vanilla + Macadamia) contains macadamia. For people who are allergic to tree nuts, we would suggest that they consume the chocolate-flavoured KuroDaitto instead. ....
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This is varies from one person to another due to their differences in genetic and body compostion. For some, their breast size remains unchanged even after slimming down. However, due to the fact that our breasts mainly consist of fat tissues, some might experience a reduction in breast size when their body weight and body fats are reduced. ....
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Elderlies (those who are 60 years old and above) can take KuroDaitto as a meal supplement but not as a meal replacement. We do not recommend the elderly to follow Zenso's weight management plan as they are more prone towards developing medical conditions. If they wish to lose weight, it would be recommended to get a doctor's consultation before they proceed with any weight loss plan. ....
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