Make Wellness Statement on Furanocoumarins in Grapefruit Extracts and Flavors Used in LEAN and HYDRATED

At Make Wellness, we have received inquiries about the presence of “grapefruit” in LEAN and HYDRATED, particularly regarding furanocoumarins—compounds known to interact with certain medications. To clarify, while the grapefruit extracts in LEAN and flavors in HYDRATED are derived from grapefruit, they do not contain all the components found in whole grapefruit or grapefruit juice. 

Specifically, the grapefruit extracts used in LEAN are carefully processed to remove significant amounts of furanocoumarins. These compounds, commonly found in grapefruit juice, are not present in meaningful quantities in the extracts used in our product. Each batch of grapefruit extract-containing ingredients in LEAN undergoes rigorous internal and third-party testing. These tests confirm the absence of significant furanocoumarins and ensure there is no risk of adverse drug interactions, such as the inhibition of CYP450 enzymes. 

Likewise, the grapefruit flavoring used in HYDRATED only contains those essential flavor compounds such as essential oils and essences necessary to provide a well-rounded, light grapefruit flavor. These compounds do not include furanocoumarins. 

At Make Wellness, we are committed to providing safe, effective, and thoroughly tested products you can trust.