I was obese and a friend suggested I try DFT from Le-Vel Thrive. Patch-based solutions hadn’t worked for me in the past, so I was surprised to learn that DFT isn’t actually a patch at all. Here, I share my experience with this innovative new approach to health and nutrition.
When I was a kid, I couldn’t wait to grow up — the increased freedom, the unlimited opportunities, the chance to become my own person! Unfortunately, what I didn’t realize then was that for me growing up would also mean growing out (as in, around my waste). I entered my 20s a lean young man and by the time my 30s were in sight I was — for lack of a better term — obese.
And I’m not alone. According to a 2022 study released by the Journal of Obesity, the average adult gains 17.6 pounds during their 20s and 30s and 14.3 during their 30s and 40s. Unfortunately, I was near the head of that particular pack, and by the time I had reached 34, I was roughly 100 lbs heavier than I had been at my high school graduation. And I was feeling it. I looked and felt awful. So, in desperation, I got into about every dietary fad I could find. And that included dietary patches.
I won’t get into the details, but suffice it to say that patches didn’t work for me. Worse, the near-constant influx of new (failed) dietary approaches was taking its toll on my mental and physical well-being. So, when an old college friend of mine told me about the Le-Vel Thrive Experience — and specifically about Thrive DFT adhesive plasters — I was downright dismissive. I told her that I had already tried transdermal patches and I wasn’t interested in giving this ‘Thrive patch’ the benefit of the doubt.
As such, I was surprised when my friend told me that Thrive DFT isn’t a ‘Thrive patch’ at all; it’s something different… and effective.
Thrive DFT and the Thrive Experience
Before I get into the particulars about what Thrive DFT is not, let me explain a little bit about what it is. Thrive DFT stands for derma fusion technology and is one of the three Le-Vel products that help make up the globally popular Le-Vel Thrive Experience. The Experience itself is a daily regimen of comprehensive nutritional intake supported by personal fitness goals, increased physical activity, and intentional meal planning, but on the surface it’s essentially a simple three-step program:
Every morning, starting from the moment your head leaves the pillow, you do the following:
- Take two Thrive Premium Lifestyle Capsules with a full glass of water.
- Wait about 20 minutes and then drink a Thrive Ultra-Micronized Lifestyle Shake.
- Place a Thrive DFT on a clean, dry patch of skin, and leave it in place for no more than 24 hours before replacing it with a new DFT (being careful to alternate where on your body you place it).
Like I said, simple. In fact, you can get through the entire day’s steps in about half an hour. But what about the DFT itself? I said it wasn’t a ‘Thrive patch,’ but if it’s designed to be worn on the skin, doesn’t that make it a patch?
Actually, no. It doesn’t. Semantics aside, Thrive DFT is not a patch.
Understanding Thrive DFT
Transdermal patches have been around for decades and come in a staggering variety: Nicotine patches for smokers, dramamine patches for those combating motion sickness, and even dietary patches like the ones I had tried. But Thrive DFT is not another patch. It’s a new, proprietary approach to wearable nutrition, owned and patented by Le-Vel.
What do I mean by wearable nutrition? The Thrive DFT is designed to infuse the skin with Le-Vel’s unique lifestyle formula, consisting of the kind of essential vitamins, minerals, aminos, probiotics, antioxidants, and more that the human body depends on, but that tend to get left out of modern American diets. As part of the Thrive Experience and working in conjunction with the Thrive capsules and shakes (which supply their own versions of the Le-Vel formula), DFT helps health-minded individuals fill nutrition gaps and create a strong nutritional foundation so that they can begin improving their lives.
Thrive DFT’s delivery method is unique and its approach to weight management stands apart from traditional patch technology.
Usage and Application of Thrive DFT
For an effective and seamless experience, consider the following guidelines when applying Thrive DFT:
- Prepare your Skin
Start with clean, dry skin. Choose an area that is lean and that is unlikely to be constantly brushing up against other objects. - Rotate Application Sites
To prevent potential skin sensitivity or irritation, rotate the application site daily. Common areas include the inner arm, shoulder, or the upper buttocks. - Apply in the Morning
For most people, the best time to apply Thrive DFT is in the morning. This aligns with the objective of kickstarting your day with sustained nutrient delivery, providing a continuous source of support. - Stay Hydrated
Adequate hydration enhances the absorption of nutrients. Ensure you drink plenty of water throughout the day to complement the effects of Thrive DFT. - Remain Consistent with the Thrive Experience
Although DFT can provide clear benefits on its own, it is designed to function collaboratively with the other Thrive Experience products.
How Long Can You Wear a Thrive DFT?
Thrive DFT is designed for extended wear, ensuring a sustained release of essential nutrients throughout the day. That said, you should not wear the DFT for more than 24 hours before replacing it.
The Science of Thrive DFT
Thrive DFT operates on the principle of sustained and controlled nutrient accessibility, delivering key nutrition over an extended time period. By utilizing derma fusion technology, the Thrive Experience promotes improved absorption and enhanced bioavailability.
While the technology plays a central role in this process, it’s important to note that the ingredients within the formula are just as crucial to the effectiveness of the DFT. Key ingredients in the DFT lifestyle formula include:
Aloe Vera
Well known as a topical treatment for sunburns and other skin irritations, aloe vera also delivers on a number of nutritional benefits. Specifically, nutritional science has found that aloe vera may improve food metabolism and hinder the development of fat around the belly.
CoQ10
Scientifically linked to improved heart function and lower cholesterol levels, CoQ10 is also a natural antioxidant that may help reduce the risk of many diseases and types of cancers.
Cosmoperine®
Derived from black pepper, Cosmoperine acts as an enhancer for the bioavailability of different nutrients. Its role lies in improving the absorption and utilization of various compounds, thereby maximizing the overall efficacy of the Le-Vel Thrive Experience.
ForsLean® (Coleus Forskohlii Root Extract)
Extensive research links ForsLean to lean muscle growth and fat reduction, preventing calories from becoming fat stores.
Garcinia Cambogia
Garcinia cambogia contains hydroxy citric acid (HCA) that may help manage appetite, inhibit fat production, and increase fat burning.
Green Coffee Bean Extract
Research suggests that the chlorogenic acid in green coffee beans supports increased metabolism, lower cholesterol, and reduced obesity-related hormone levels. Green coffee also provides a natural caffeine boost, linked to improved weight management and enhanced workout effectiveness. Natural caffeine has likewise been shown to improve mental clarity, support improved mood, and eliminate ‘brain fog.’
L-Arginine
Typically found in red meat, L-arginine is particularly beneficial in fat loss and lean muscle development.
In other words, Thrive DFT has the potential to deliver significant health and weight management benefits.
Comparing Thrive DFT with Traditional Patches
Now that you have an idea of what kinds of ingredients are found in Thrive DFT, let’s compare that to traditional weight-loss patches. Although there are different patches on the market that present their own formulas, most include the following:
- Hokuto mint (Japanese minit)
- Ephedra
- Acai berry
- Bitter orange
What do these ingredients have in common? Among other things, they lack the scientific backing and detailed research to connect them to any real weight-management benefits. Yes, many patches also include green coffee bean extract and a handful of other beneficial ingredients, but most of what they deliver to your system appears to be little more than filler… and some of it may even be harmful.
As I mentioned at the beginning of this article, I never had much luck with traditional weight-loss patches, and now I’m starting to see why. Where the nutritional formula found in Thrive DFT is built on science, many traditional weight-loss patches seem to subsist mostly on hype.
Thrive DFT isn’t hype and it isn’t a ‘Thrive patch.’ It’s also not a miracle cure that promises instantaneous transformations. It is, however, a major part of a comprehensive and nutrition-focused approach to improved well-being. Combined with healthful eating, regular exercise, and other beneficial habits, DFT and the Thrive Experience can make a major difference.
Real-Life Experiences and Testimonials
I’ve been focusing on the background info and the science of Thrive DFT, but I want to get back to my own experience. After a long talk with my friend, I made the decision to commit to the Thrive Experience for six months. During that time I would follow the provided instructions and make the suggested lifestyle improvements so that I could truly and honestly see for myself whether DFT (and the other products) were really different from the weight-loss fads I’d been toying with for the past several years.
And boy did I ever start seeing results.
Over time, I began to really see the Thrive Experience for what it was: an opportunity for me to give my body everything it was lacking in terms of nutrition. Having the right nutrients in my system sparked something in me. My workouts became more dedicated, regular, and intense, and my sleep more restful. My eating habits became less about chasing cravings and more about finding the right fuel to power my internal mechanisms. Very soon I began to feel much better. Additionally, I found I could concentrate for longer periods of time and that a lot of the general discomforts I had grown so accustomed to were receding. And, yes, so was my waistline.
Of course, my experience isn’t the only one of its kind. Le-Vel Thrive has been helping people improve their lifestyles for over a decade, and their testimonials continue to pour in.
DFT Allowed Me to Thrive
I was skeptical at first, and I believe I had every right to be. After all, on the surface Thrive DFT looked like just another no-result weight-loss patch. But when I made the choice to dig a little deeper, I saw it for what it really was: a breakthrough in wearable nutrition and an opportunity to approach my health from a more comprehensive angle.
If you’re skeptical as well, then I encourage you to see for yourself what kind of a change the Thrive Experience can make in your life. Visit le-vel.com for more information, and get ready to embark on a truly holistic health journey.
