Singapore’s Health Science Authority has issued a health warning pertaining to Valentus’ SlimRoast Optimum Dark Roast Coffee.

HSA began investigating Valentus’ SlimRoast product following complaints of giddiness and nausea from the general public.

As per the HSA’s
November 29th warning
, Valentus SlimRoast was tested and confirmed to contain phenethylamine (PEA).

HSA warns that PEA is

a potent ingredient that has a stimulatory effect on the brain and can potentially be addictive.

It can cause rapid heartbeat, psychiatric conditions such as hallucinations and agitation, liver and kidney failure or even death.

(Valentus SlimRoast) claimed to be able to “metabolize fat to energy” and boost circulation and oxygen delivery”.

According to HSA, Valentus do not disclose PEA as an ingredient in SlimRoast.

Accordingly the regulator advises consumers

to stop taking these products immediately and see a doctor if you feel unwell or are concerned about your health.

Valentus and its local distributors have been warned to “stop selling (SlimRoast) immediately”.

Continued sale of SlimRoast in Singapore runs the risk of two years imprisonment and/or a $10,000 fine.

Over the last few months
New Zealand
and
Denmark
have also issued health warnings in relation to SlimRoast and PEA.

🤖 Quick Answer

What health warning did Singapore's HSA issue regarding Valentus SlimRoast?
Singapore's Health Science Authority issued a health warning for Valentus SlimRoast Optimum Dark Roast Coffee after detecting phenethylamine (PEA), an undisclosed stimulatory ingredient. The investigation followed public complaints of giddiness and nausea. PEA poses serious health risks including rapid heartbeat, psychiatric conditions, organ failure, and potential death.

Why did HSA investigate Valentus SlimRoast?
The Health Science Authority initiated investigations following complaints from the general public experiencing adverse effects such as giddiness and nausea after consuming the product. These reports prompted HSA to test the coffee and identify its actual composition and ingredients.

What is phenethylamine and why is it dangerous?
Phenethylamine (PEA) is a potent stimul

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