The GOLO diet, or Go Lose Weight diet, is a branded diet that has been around since 2009 and is rooted in the philosophy that people who struggle to lose weight do so because of an imbalance in their hormones, particularly insulin.

GOLO does not appear to be an acronym for anything, but simply a catchy term - the website encourages you to "Go Lose Weight" and "Go Love Your Life." Through recipes, coaching and guides for improving overall health, the GOLO for Life Plan aims to help you redirect overeating and issues like emotional eating.

What is the main ingredient in the GOLO Release pills? The GOLO Release supplement features seven plant-based ingredients and three minerals. Specifically, it includes magnesium, zinc and chromium, as well as a proprietary blend of ingredients containing rhodiola extract and apple extract.

The GOLO Release supplement features seven plant-based ingredients and three minerals. Specifically, it includes magnesium, zinc and chromium, as well as a proprietary blend of ingredients containing rhodiola extract and apple extract.

Jennifer Brooks Jennifer Brooks, president and co-founder of GOLO, credits her success in the health and wellness industry to a lifelong passion for cooking with family and friends, often featuring traditional recipes introduced by her mother and grandmother.

The standard dosage is 1 with each meal, or 3 per day. We don't suggest taking more than 2 per meal, or 4 per day on a regular basis. Taking more than the recommended dosage is not going to help you to lose weight faster.

The GOLO for Life plan is a diet program that's designed to work in conjunction with the Release supplement. On the plan, you'll receive a calorie allotment of 1,300 to 1,800 calories. You are encouraged to choose mostly simple, whole foods that you cook at home - like meats, vegetables, fruits and whole grains.

Release is made in the USA using domestic and imported ingredients at a FDA registered facility which is NSF International and Organic certified.

The GOLO diet (which stands for Go Lose Weight) is based on getting your insulin under control - rather than reducing caloric intake or cutting out entire food groups - as the key to a properly functioning metabolism.

According to the Nutrition Facts label on the product, the GOLO supplement contains three primary ingredients:1 magnesium, zinc, and chromium. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), there is some evidence to support using a chromium supplement for improved glucose control.

GOLO recommends consuming one capsule three times daily during or at the end of each meal, though dosage may differ depending on how much weight you're aiming to lose. Full dosage instructions are included with the purchase of the supplement, according to the company.

"The GOLO diet focuses on a calorie-controlled plan with unprocessed foods, along with regular exercise. These core principles are solid and can help people lose weight. However, experts disagree that the 'Release' supplement (sold as an adjunct to the diet) is necessary."