Transparent Labs Recomp Stim-Free is the caffeine-free, stimulant-free body composition formula built entirely around four patented, clinically validated ingredients that work through non-stimulant metabolic mechanisms: ForsLean (Coleus forskohlii extract standardized for forskolin), Capsimax (concentrated capsaicinoid beadlet technology), Paradoxine (grains of paradise standardized for 6-paradol), and Green Tea Leaf Extract (98% polyphenols, 50% EGCG). No caffeine. No synephrine. No yohimbine. No adrenergic stimulants of any kind. 120 capsules. Fully disclosed, third-party tested. Take any time of day without sleep concerns — including evening training and late-day dosing.†
Supplement Facts — Transparent Labs Recomp Stim-Free (Per 2 Capsule Serving)
- Green Tea Leaf Extract (Camellia sinensis, Leaf) — 300mg — standardized to 98% polyphenols, 50% EGCG
- ForsLean (Coleus forskohlii Root Extract) — 250mg — standardized to 10% forskolin
- Paradoxine (Grains of Paradise Extract) — 50mg — standardized for 6-paradol
- Capsimax (Red Pepper Fruit Extract, Capsicum annuum) — 50mg — patented capsaicinoid beadlet technology
- Other Ingredients: Hypromellose (HPMC) vegetarian capsule, Olive Oil, Rice Flour
- Zero caffeine. Zero stimulants. No artificial anything.
- Third-party tested. Fully transparent label. No proprietary blends.
- 120 capsules per container. 60 servings (2 capsules twice daily = 30-day supply at full 4 capsule/day dose).
What's Inside Transparent Labs Recomp Stim-Free — Four Non-Stimulant Metabolic Mechanisms
The defining characteristic of Recomp Stim-Free is that every ingredient in the formula works through a metabolic pathway that does not involve the central nervous system stimulation that caffeine, synephrine, and yohimbine rely on. The result is a thermogenic and fat metabolism supplement that produces meaningful, measurable effects on caloric expenditure, appetite, and body composition — without the jitteriness, elevated heart rate, adrenal fatigue, caffeine dependency, or sleep disruption that stimulant-based fat burners carry. Each of the four ingredients represents the patented, clinically studied form of its compound — not generic versions.†
Green Tea Leaf Extract (98% Polyphenols, 50% EGCG) — 300mg
Green tea extract at 98% polyphenol standardization is the most concentrated form of this widely-studied metabolic and antioxidant ingredient available in supplement form. The primary active compound is EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate), a catechin polyphenol present at 50% of the 300mg extract — delivering approximately 150mg of pure EGCG per 2-capsule serving, or 300mg across the full daily 4-capsule dose. EGCG is the compound responsible for green tea's documented effects on caloric expenditure and fat oxidation.†
The metabolic mechanism of EGCG operates through inhibition of catechol-O-methyltransferase (COMT), the enzyme responsible for breaking down norepinephrine. By extending the half-life of norepinephrine in the body — without adding any external stimulants — EGCG prolongs the thermogenic and lipolytic signals that norepinephrine carries. More sustained norepinephrine signaling means more sustained activation of beta-adrenergic receptors in fat tissue, which drives fatty acid release from adipocytes for oxidation. Multiple meta-analyses of green tea catechins document statistically significant increases in 24-hour energy expenditure and fat oxidation compared to placebo. The polyphenol matrix also provides meaningful antioxidant protection — particularly relevant during caloric restriction, when oxidative stress from reduced food intake can impair overall health and recovery.†
ForsLean (Coleus forskohlii Extract, 10% Forskolin) — 250mg
ForsLean is the patented, clinically studied Coleus forskohlii extract from Sabinsa Corporation — the ingredient that differentiates Recomp Stim-Free from standard green tea and cayenne pepper fat burners. Forskolin, the diterpene compound standardized at 10% of the 250mg ForsLean extract (delivering approximately 25mg of active forskolin per 2-capsule serving), is the compound responsible for the unique dual effect that makes ForsLean particularly relevant for athletes and physique-focused individuals.†
Forskolin activates adenylate cyclase, the enzyme that converts ATP to cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP). Elevated intracellular cAMP triggers a cascade of physiological effects — most significantly, it activates hormone-sensitive lipase (HSL), the enzyme directly responsible for mobilizing stored triglycerides from adipose tissue into the bloodstream as free fatty acids available for oxidation. This is a direct, non-stimulant lipolytic mechanism that operates independently of catecholamine signaling — meaning it works whether or not caffeine or norepinephrine is present.†
What makes ForsLean clinically significant beyond generic fat mobilization is its documented effect on lean body mass preservation during weight loss. Human clinical research specifically on ForsLean has shown that participants supplementing with Coleus forskohlii extract maintained significantly greater lean body mass while losing fat compared to placebo groups in controlled trials. This lean mass preservation effect — operating through cAMP's role in protein synthesis signaling and testosterone production — is the primary reason Recomp Stim-Free positions itself as a body recomposition formula rather than just a fat burner. It does not simply help you lose weight — it helps you lose fat while preserving the muscle underneath it.†
Capsimax (Red Pepper Extract, Capsicum annuum) — 50mg
Capsimax is OmniChem's patented beadlet technology delivery system for capsaicinoids — the active compounds in cayenne and red pepper responsible for the thermogenic heat response. Standard cayenne pepper powder and generic capsicum extracts, when taken orally, cause the gastric irritation and GI distress that makes most people discontinue use. Capsimax's beadlet technology microencapsulates the concentrated capsaicinoid content in a controlled-release coating that passes through the stomach intact and releases in the intestinal environment — delivering the full thermogenic dose without any stomach burning, reflux, or GI discomfort.†
The metabolic mechanism of capsaicin and capsaicinoids is well-documented across multiple human studies. Capsaicinoids activate transient receptor potential vanilloid type 1 (TRPV1) receptors in the intestinal lining and adipose tissue, triggering a thermogenic response — increased heat production by brown adipose tissue and uncoupling protein expression in fat cells. This means capsaicinoids drive caloric expenditure through heat generation rather than CNS stimulation. Research consistently shows acute increases in metabolic rate and fat oxidation following capsaicin intake. The appetite-suppressing effect of capsaicinoids is equally documented — they increase GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) secretion, a gut hormone that signals satiety and reduces caloric intake in subsequent meals.†
At 50mg, Capsimax provides the concentrated capsaicinoid dose at an amount that delivers meaningful thermogenic and appetite effects without the GI sensitivity of taking equivalent amounts of generic cayenne. Two doses daily maintains capsaicinoid presence across the full day for sustained metabolic support rather than a single acute spike.†
Paradoxine (Grains of Paradise Extract, standardized for 6-paradol) — 50mg
Paradoxine is the most mechanistically unique ingredient in the formula — a patented grains of paradise (Aframomum melegueta) extract from HP Ingredients, standardized for 6-paradol, the specific compound responsible for this plant's thermogenic activity. Grains of paradise is a West African spice related to ginger, and its primary bioactive compound 6-paradol works through a mechanism distinct from both EGCG and capsaicin: it activates and recruits brown adipose tissue (BAT) through direct stimulation of adaptive thermogenesis.†
Brown adipose tissue is a specialized type of fat that generates heat by burning calories rather than storing them — the physiological opposite of white adipose tissue. BAT activation is essentially the most efficient non-exercise thermogenic mechanism available in human physiology. Clinical research on grains of paradise extract has documented that supplementation at 40mg daily activates BAT in the supraclavicular region, increases whole-body energy expenditure during cold exposure, and reduces visceral fat accumulation over time. At 50mg of Paradoxine per 2-capsule serving — 100mg across the full daily 4-capsule dose — Recomp Stim-Free exceeds the dose used in the primary published clinical trials and provides the full daily exposure needed for sustained BAT recruitment effects.†
The combination of Paradoxine (BAT activation) with Capsimax (TRPV1-mediated thermogenesis and appetite suppression) and EGCG (COMT inhibition extending norepinephrine lipolytic signaling) and ForsLean (cAMP-mediated direct lipolysis and lean mass preservation) covers four mechanistically distinct metabolic pathways simultaneously — the most comprehensive non-stimulant approach to fat loss and body recomposition available in a single capsule formula.†
Frequently Asked Questions About Transparent Labs Recomp Stim-Free
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If there's no caffeine, will I actually feel anything?
Yes, though the experience is different from stimulant fat burners. Capsimax produces a mild warmth as the capsaicinoid beadlets release and activate TRPV1 receptors — many users describe a subtle internal heat sensation that indicates the thermogenic mechanism is active. Paradoxine's BAT activation produces a similar warmth. What you will not experience is the acute CNS stimulation — the racing heart, the jitteriness, the heightened alertness — that caffeine and synephrine produce. The appetite suppression effect from Capsimax is often the most immediately noticeable subjective benefit, typically appearing within 30-60 minutes of taking the capsules before a meal and reducing hunger through the subsequent hours. The energy expenditure and fat oxidation effects accumulate over daily consistent use rather than producing an obvious single-dose feeling.† -
How does Recomp Stim-Free compare to the stimulant Body Recomp formula?
The stimulant Body Recomp adds natural caffeine from green coffee beans and L-Theanine (to smooth the caffeine effect) alongside the same Green Tea Extract, ForsLean, and Capsimax. It does not contain Paradoxine — which is unique to the Stim-Free formula. So the Stim-Free version has the additional BAT-activating mechanism of Paradoxine that the stimulant version lacks, while the stimulant version adds the energy, focus, and additional metabolic boost from caffeine that the Stim-Free version lacks. Neither is categorically superior — the choice is based on tolerance, training time, and whether you want stimulant effects layered into your fat metabolism support.† -
When is the best time to take Recomp Stim-Free and can I take it at night?
Take 2 capsules twice daily, 30-60 minutes before meals. Because there are no stimulants, Recomp Stim-Free can technically be taken at any time of day without sleep disruption concerns — this is one of its key advantages over stimulant fat burners. However, Transparent Labs recommends avoiding use within 3-4 hours of bedtime because Capsimax activates beta-adrenergic receptor activity through the TRPV1 pathway, which while not a CNS stimulant, does produce mild adrenergic signaling. For evening training sessions, taking 2 capsules 30-60 minutes before the workout and at least 3-4 hours before sleep is the ideal protocol. Most users do morning and early afternoon doses, or morning and pre-workout if training in the evening.† -
Who specifically should use Recomp Stim-Free instead of a stimulant fat burner?
Five clear use cases. Caffeine-sensitive individuals who experience anxiety, elevated heart rate, or jitteriness from stimulant fat burners. Athletes who already use a stimulant pre-workout and do not want additional adrenergic load from a second stimulant product. Evening trainees who train after 5pm and cannot take caffeine-containing products without sleep disruption. Individuals who have already maxed their stimulant tolerance and want fat loss support without adding to caffeine dependency. And those who prefer a supplement they can use across a full 8-12 week cycle without the tolerance accumulation and withdrawal concerns that come with caffeine-based fat burners. For any of these situations, Recomp Stim-Free provides meaningful fat metabolism support through mechanisms that remain active regardless of caffeine tolerance.†
How to Take Transparent Labs Recomp Stim-Free
Take 2 capsules with 8-10oz of water, twice daily, 30-60 minutes before meals. For tolerance assessment during the first 3 days, start with 1 capsule twice daily, then increase to the full 2 capsules twice daily from day 4 onward. Do not exceed 2 capsules in any 4-hour period or 4 capsules in 24 hours. Avoid taking within 3-4 hours of bedtime. Use consistently for 8-12 weeks for full body composition effects. Pairs cleanly with Transparent Labs Stim-Free Pre-Workout, Creatine HMB, and Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate for a complete stimulant-free body recomposition stack.†
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Who Should Not Take Transparent Labs Recomp Stim-Free
- Not for use by persons under 18
- Not for pregnant or nursing women
- Consult a physician before use if you have cardiovascular conditions — Capsimax activates beta-adrenergic receptors even without CNS stimulants
- Consult a physician before use if taking blood pressure medications or any cardiovascular medications
- Consult a physician before use if taking any prescription medications, particularly thyroid medications or diabetes medications
- Consult a physician before use if you have a gastrointestinal condition — despite Capsimax's beadlet technology, individuals with existing GI sensitivity should assess tolerance carefully
- Do not exceed recommended dose — do not take more than 2 capsules in a 4-hour period or 4 capsules in 24 hours
- Avoid within 3-4 hours of bedtime
- Keep out of reach of children
†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.