Let me start with a confession: I am a woman of a certain age, and yes, the algorithm knows me too well. It’s that shady little gremlin living in my phone, reading between the feeding me ads that are a little too on the nose. Case in point: my feed is a minefield of “miracle” weight loss supplements. Gummies, teas, shady pills from imaginary wellness clinics—it’s all there, promising me that if I just click one more time, I could magically shed my “baby weight.”
Just to be clear, my “babies” are 14 and 15 years old. But hey, I still stand by them as the original source of my expanded waistline.
Over the years, I’ve (mostly) resisted the siren song of these sketchy quick-fixes, wild claims about losing 5kg in two weeks, fronted by influencers whose names you can’t Google and whose photos are definitely AI generated fitness models who never had a sassy pinot in their life! My hesitations were usually rooted in common sense (and the occasional fear of kidney failure or surprise beard growth).
I became aware of Calibrate Reds from Eimele and I took a chance on it. For starters, it wasn’t shouting at me through all caps and lofty promises – it was subtle, clinical and felt credible.
How does it work?
Calibrate Reds is a photonutrient supplement, which is code for a blend of plant-based compounds (like Morosil Red Orange, White Mulberry Leaf, Hibiscus, and Okra) chosen for their ability to support metabolic health and longevity. Specifically, it targets GLP-1 secretion, a hormone linked to appetite regulation and blood sugar control. You might’ve heard GLP-1 mentioned in the same breath as some injectable weight loss medications (you know the ones). But Calibrate Reds claims to do this naturally, without needles, and with added antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
The study results, according to Eimele, shows that Calibrate Red can inhibit up to 42% of carb breakdown, increase GLP-1 by 69%, and potentially support up to 11.3% abdominal fat loss. It’s even TGA-listed here in Australia, which gave me some peace of mind, it’s not just some snake oil in a pretty bottle (although the packaging is very pretty!).
Testing the product
So, I gave it a go. I started with Calibrate Reds Max – two tablets daily before my biggest meal and after a month, I’m honestly impressed. I’ve lost just over 2.5 kilos, but more significantly, I’ve noticed a real shift in my relationship with food. My cravings have dialled down, and I naturally started eating smaller portions without feeling deprived. That was huge for me, I had an 8-a-day Tim Tam habit!
I also added in the Calibrate Reds powdered drink during the day, it’s a hibiscus and passionfruit flavour that’s actually pretty tasty. It’s not sugary or artificial tasting, just light and refreshing. I think of it as the supporting act to the main event (the tablets), and it’s become part of my daily routine.
Final Verdict & Price
What I really appreciate is that this isn’t about dropping weight overnight, it’s more about supporting your body to work better and feel better. As someone who’s trying to care more about healthspan (how well we live as we age) instead of just lifespan, that message resonated. I don’t need to be a size 8 again, but I do want to feel like I’m supporting my body rather than fighting it and if I can trim down to my realistic goal weight supported by this supplement then yay.
The price? Not the cheapest. The tablets are $159 for a one-time purchase (or $135 with a subscription), and the sachets are $79 (or $67.15 on subscription). But here’s my approach: I’ll use the tablets for the “kickstart” phase and then switch to the sachets to maintain the benefits. Compared to injectables and their potential side effects, it’s much more affordable and less intimidating.
Eimele also offers a range of other wellness products, like the Tribiotic series, which targets everything from gut health to hormone balance. I’m going to try their Theronomic formula next because if I’m honest, I’ve known for years I should be taking probiotics, but just haven’t found one I trust. After seeing solid results with Calibrate Reds, I feel more confident in trying more from their range and these products are very affordable and have quality ingredients formulated here in Australia.
So, would I recommend it? Yes definitely, with realistic expectations of course. It’s not a magic bullet, but it did help me feel more in control, more energised, and I easily shed some stubborn weight to kickstart my healthier lifestyle commitment that I made to myself. It delivered what it said it would, and I didn’t risk organ failure or facial hair to do it – I’m 100% on board.
Highlights:
It helped me drop stubborn weight as promised. It was simple, just two tablets once a day instead of multiple tablets at every meal.
Lowlight:
The Calibrate Reds Max has a higher price tag but it worked for me so it felt like good value. The sachets represent great value as an option.
FOUR STARS (OUT OF FIVE)
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