Produced by Biote Nutraceuticals, DIM SGS+ is our next product up for review. On their website, it is clear that this company is passionate about improving health through balancing hormones. While their focus is mainly on hormone replacement, DIM SGS+ does not contain any hormones, but rather operates similarly to other DIM supplements.
What we really liked about this product is its formula. It contains 150 mg DIM, less than our first pick but more than our second. It also provides Sulforaphane Glucosinolate (SGS) which is extracted from Brassica plants. (The Brassica plant family contains broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and a few other cruciferous vegetables). Therefore, even though this product doesn’t contain Broccoli Sprouts which was on our must-have list, it does contain its main active component for helping protect against damage caused by estrogens. Lastly, it supplies antioxidants that come from Pomegranate Extract.
The reason this product ranked lower is because there was no mention of third-party testing which would ensure purity of the ingredients. Additionally, we could not find any mention of a satisfaction guarantee which would display the manufacturer’s confidence in the efficacy of their product.
Is Biote Nutraceuticals DIM SGS+ Effective?
One of the main ways to check if a product is effective is to read testimonial reviews. These give a good indication of whether or not people are satisfied and what you can expect. When it comes to Biote Nutraceuticals DIM SGS+, the reviews are mainly positive and it has a great rating, which is a good sign. However, there were some reports of headaches.
In addition to reviews, the formula should serve as an indicator of how effective a product will be. With 150 mg of DIM, we do expect there to be some effect, however, you would need to double the dosage to reach the 300 mg of DIM provided in our top product. The antioxidants from Pomegranate Extract should help to protect against estrogen-caused damage, and may also block some of the problematic excess estrogens that contribute to estrogen dominance. Lastly, the SGS supports the liver and detoxification process to help remove extra estrogens from the body. We would have liked to see a bioavailability enhancer, such as Piperine or BioPerine®, to improve absorption and efficacy.
Is Biote Nutraceuticals DIM SGS+ Safe?
The company does not mention any negative side effects of taking this product. However, as with any new supplement or diet introduced into your daily life, we always advise talking to your healthcare professional about possible contraindications of any pre-existing medical conditions or medications that you are taking. Wellness products work differently for everyone and the effects vary between individuals, so it is always a good idea to run any health changes by a professional.
Approved Science DIM
Metabolic Maintenance DIM Complex
Biote Nutraceuticals DIM SGS+
XYMOGEN DIMension 3
Contains 300 mg DIM per serving
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Contains Broccoli Powder or Extract to fight estrogen-caused damage
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Contains Calcium D Glucarate to prevent estrogen recycling
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Contains BioPerine® to boost absorption
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Third-party tested for purity
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60-day money-back guarantee
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Summary
This seems to be a quality product that deserves the third spot on our list. If it had third-party testing and a money-back guarantee, we might have been able to rank it in our second slot. This product comes to around $60 for a 60-day supply, but the dosage of DIM is half of what was found effective in a clinical study, therefore, while we do expect this product to garner results, we do believe there are more effective products out there for a better price.
