Honest Plexus Reviews

There are thousands of reviews of Plexus online. Some are written by haters who diss every vitamin in existence. And God forbid if it’s sold via MLM!

Other reviews are written by Plexus Ambassadors drunk on the placebo effect of lining their own pocketbooks.

But where are the truly honest and balanced reviews of Plexus?

I’m a bit in both camps. I have friends who are Plexus Ambassadors, but I am very cautious about the MLM method of marketing as it leads to much higher costs.

I am skeptical of many of the snake oil claims peddled by the supplement industry, but I am enthusiastic about the scientifically-proven benefits of many supplements and herbs. Above all, I work very hard to be balanced and honest.

So I’ve done my best to compile and summarize honest reviews of Plexus from all over the web for your benefit.

What Is Plexus?

Plexus is a food supplementation company selling different kinds of health and workout supplements. The most popular product by Plexus is the Plexus Slim pink drink.

Plexus Slim got popular because up to 90% opt for drinks, pills, and teas for weight loss instead of changing their healthy habits and working out.

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Who Should Use Plexus?

Plexus supplements, as well as all other slimming, bulking, health, and beauty supplements, should be used by people who have no severe diseases and take no prescribed medicines.

Also, the individual who opts for Plexus must practice a healthy lifestyle, be active, and eat healthy and balanced food. Food supplements are only vitamin and mineral support that might help us stay healthy, immunized, and energized.

Who Should NOT Use Plexus?

  • Pregnant and nursing women
  • People allergic to some of the labeled ingredients
  • People with high blood pressure
  • People with caffeine sensitivity
  • People with an upset stomach
  • Severely ill people and those taking prescribed medications

Is It Safe and FDA-Regulated?

The seller of Plexus Slim, like all other supplement sellers, claims its product’s safety. But, the main factor that determines the product’s safety is the consumer’s health condition. Healthy people might face little to no side effects.

Among the side effects of this supplement, individuals noticed dizziness in the first month, blood sugar level drops, and sometimes tiredness. Anyway, these side effects are temporary and appear to some individuals because of unknown reasons.

Regarding the FDA regulation, Plexus is not approved or regulated by the Food and Drug Administration. Some of the ingredients present in this product might be a cause of thrombocytopenia, but it is not surely proven. 1

Honest Plexus Reviews

Everyone is unique and has different needs and goals. People often think that a single supplement can make them fit overnight without changing anything in their routines.

Seeing a positive review about a slimming supplement might encourage you to purchase that supplement and try it on yourself. Negative reviews, for instance, might make you even more skeptical about weight loss drinks and pills.

So, here are some honest Plexus reviews written by people who decided to share their good and bad experiences.

Changes users noticed after using Plexus

⬆️ Weight loss ⬆️

First month

Many people noticed a positive change in the first weeks of switching to a healthy lifestyle using Plexus Slim.

The pink drink has reduced people’s cravings in the first month, resulting in consuming less calories in a day.

Individuals who started the journey motivated replaced unhealthy snacks with healthy ones and lost from 4 to 7 pounds in the first month. The food and calories you eat in a day have the biggest impacts on the initial effect.

Negative experience

Some people noticed no positive effects in the first month but continued using the Plexus Slim.

Second month

Users who noticed positive weight loss changes by using Plexus Slim pink drink continued their diet and noticed even better changes.

Individuals who include physical activity and exercise in their routine are highly satisfied by the pink drink, saying their cravings were drastically reduced and the drink really suppresses appetite and makes you lose weight without being hungry.

Negative experience

Some people noticed results neither in the first nor in the second month of use. Most of them quit using the supplement and said it is ineffective in weight loss.

Third month

Those who experienced weight loss continued with their weight loss journey, sharing more and more positive experiences. After three months of consistent use, some people noticed visible weight changes and started receiving a lot of compliments from their friends and family.

Negative experience

No negative experience after three months of use because most people quit Plexus Slim in the first and second months.

⬆️ Energy ⬆️

First month

Users who decided to change their lifestyle noticed better energy and motivation in the first month. The weight loss of a couple of pounds made them even more motivated to keep on going.

Negative experience

No negative experience with the impact of Plexus Slim on the users’ energy levels in the first month of use.

Second month

The energy started increasing more and more in those who noticed the positive effects of using this supplement.

In the second month, most people started exercising and practicing physical activity.

Negative experience

A couple of users noticed that their energy dropped in the second month because the product suppressed their appetite, leading to consuming a very small amount of calories in a day.

Some people reported they experienced sickness in the second month of using this product. It might result from low-calorie intake or sensitivity to some of the product’s ingredients.

Third month

Plexus Slim users said that they felt pretty energized and organized in the third month. Thanks to this drink, they can organize their free time and always practice physical activity to spend energy.

Some users said that they have more stamina and endurance during exercise.

Negative experience

No negative experiences in the third month of use since those who did not see effects in the first months did not continue to use the product.

⬆️ Skin improvement ⬆️

First month

An interesting piece of information we found in many testimonials was the improved skin condition. In the last days of the first month, many female users noticed that their skin got clearer and more hydrated.

Negative experience

No negative experiences with the skin condition.

Second month

We found a piece of interesting information about how this product and healthy lifestyle helped with decreasing skin redness. A woman was pretty happy that her arm redness drastically decreased in the second month of using Plexus Slim, besides the glowing skin effects.

Negative experience

No negative experiences about skin condition issues caused by Plexus Slim.

Third month

In the third month, many users noticed clearer skin on the back.

Also, a couple of women said that this product and overall healthy lifestyle helped them with the oily skin and blackheads on their faces.

Negative experience

Some people noticed no change in their skin condition.

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Other Effects People Noticed by Using Plexus Slim

Better sleep

⬆️ Sleep improvements ⬆️ are noticed in the first month, together with the energy increase effects. People say that Plexus Slim and overall healthy habits helped them fall asleep much faster and longer.

Negative effects

Some people face sleeping issues since the product contains caffeine. This product is not recommended for caffeine-intolerant people.

Confidence

⬆️ Increased self-confidence ⬆️ is another thing that comes together with better energy and better sleep. Thanks to Plexus Slim, many people increased their confidence because of losing weight and buying a few sizes smaller clothes.

Negative effects

No negative effects are reported regarding confidence change.

Bowel movements

Among the positive and honest Plexus reviews we found online, we noticed that people who faced issues with being irregular in the past noticed improvements after using Plexus Slim.

The pink drink has helped many people with digestion discomfort and bloating. The overall lifestyle change successfully flushed the toxins and liquids from the body, which resulted in lighter feelings and regular bowel movements.

Negative effects

No negative effects were reported related to bowel movement and digestion discomfort.

Side effects

Some individuals may face sensitivity to certain supplement ingredients, which often appears as a side effect. Plexus Slim is another FDA-unregulated supplement that does not claim to be entirely safe and equally effective for everyone.

Here is a brief list of ingredients that might be the cause of specific side effects people may notice from taking Plexus Slim.

Caffeine 2

Caffeine-intolerant individuals might face side effects from using Plexus Slim:

  • ⬇️ Sleep issues ⬇️
  • ⬇️ Nervousness ⬇️
  • ⬇️ Increased heart rate ⬇️
  • ⬇️ Restlessness ⬇️

Chromium 3

  • ⬇️ Nausea and upset stomach ⬇️
  • ⬇️ Headaches ⬇️
  • ⬇️ Sickness ⬇️
  • ⬇️ Mood changes ⬇️

Garcinia Cambogia 4

  • ⬇️ Upset stomach ⬇️
  • ⬇️ Headaches ⬇️
  • ⬇️ Nausea ⬇️

Quoted Customer Reviews

Positive

“Expensive but effective.
Pros: Tastes good, super easy to mix, and it helps cleanse your body and put you on the path to a healthier lifestyle. It boosted my energy as well as cleaned out toxins in my body.
Cons: While it works well, it still costs more than I would want to pay. To properly follow its use, you need to purchase a bag of these each month, and the cost adds up quickly.” – Mark Lucent

“I’ve been buying directly from Plexus, but I saw this product on Amazon for the same price. As I was going to buy more of this and needed other items, I bought it. If you are looking for a weight loss program, I’d recommend this. Do a little research and buy the Boost capsules as well. The flavor is nice, easy preparation, and easy to use.” – Hope Spratt

“Slim is great tasting, and for me, it keeps the water weight off. I feel better on Plexus. The flavors are good, and nutritionally balanced. I use slim, hunger control, meta burn, and chocolate shakes.” – Janice F.

Neutral

Flavor tastes fine. Honestly haven’t noticed any change in how I feel. I honestly think I’ve only lost a few pounds because I’ve skipped meals, not because of this drink. I took it once a day. Doesn’t curb appetite any either. Maybe I should try it twice a day…” – Leana Kobayashi

“Not too impressed with the product. After a month+ of using this, I really didn’t notice that I had lost any weight, but I could only take half a dose early in the morning because of the caffeine in it. Even with half a dose it made me shaky. Although my friend who recommended it loves the product.” – Anonymous user

Negative

“I did this for 60 days and never noticed and change in my body.” – Debbie

“I’ve seen this all over the place about how great it is. Not impressed at all. The taste is not good at all it’s a fake watermelon flavor overpowered by a very sweet artificial sweetener flavor. Way too expensive for what it claims. Perhaps it makes some people feel better, but it has done nothing for me.” – Alicia L. Norton

Conclusion

From what we found, it doesn’t appear Plexus is a bad or dangerous product. No one reported serious side effects from taking Plexus products except the ones caused by individual ingredient sensitivity and specific user health conditions.

The product is made to support a healthy diet and weight loss. It is not a slimming product that does wonders on its own. No supplement alone can miraculously cause weight loss, but certain vitamins like Plexus Slim have been scientifically shown to have a small positive effect on weight loss.

Disclaimer: Plexus is a food supplementation and does not belong in the drugs or healthcare products regulated and approved by the FDA. Consult your doctor before taking unregulated supplements to avoid unwanted side effects from occurring

Footnotes

  1. National Library Medicine:  Plexus Slim®-Induced Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
  2. MedlinePlus: Caffeine effects
  3. Mount Sinai: Chromium information
  4. Dangerous dietary supplements: Garcinia cambogia-associated hepatic failure requiring transplantation
About the author

Hans Mast is someone who has always loved science and been passionate about truth. Overhyped claims drive him nuts. He loves to strip away the emotionally-charged sales pitches and hone in on the actual facts. HVG is his attempt to provide that as a service to the world of vitamins, supplements, and herbs.

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