Tuesday, July 8, 2008

What Diet Pills Really Work for Weight Loss?


When it comes weight loss, the million dollar question has always been, what diet pills really work? No one wants to waste their money, time and hopes on a pill that is ineffective. The good news is some diet pills may really work - to some degree. However, caution should be taken. Always consult with your doctor and make diet and exercise the cornerstone of your weight loss program - not the pills themselves.

What diet pills really work will depend on your current health and weight - and whether or not your body responds favorably to the myriad of options out there. Unfortunately, there isn't a "one size fits all" diet pill. You'll want to consult with your doctor and discuss what options are best for you. Following is a list of some of the popular diet pills that people are taking today and what you should know about each of them.

Meridia (sibutramine)


If you are very overweight or obese and are always hungry, you may want to talk to your doctor about Meridia, a prescription obesity drug that suppresses appetite. It is not known exactly how Meridia works, but it is believed that the loss of appetite that occurs in patients taking the drug is one of the key factors that aid in weight loss.

This drug is only used by people who are very overweight or obese. It is not prescribed to someone who thinks that five or ten pounds is a problem! This drug is for the individual who needs to lose some serious weight and who wants an aid that will help do away with that ravenous hunger feeling.

Before you start taking Meridia you should know that it can increase your blood pressure and it can also up your risk of having a stroke or heart attack. You should also know that the FDA is closely monitoring Meridia ever since it was banned in Italy for causing adverse reactions in consumers.

Byetta (exenatide) and Glucophage (metformin)


Byetta is used to treat type 2 diabetes. It is an injectable diabetes medicine. Glucophage is also used for people with type 2 diabetes but it is an oral diabetes medicine. Both medications help control blood sugar levels.

Besides type 2 diabetics, people who suffer from hormonal conditions, which are linked to insulin resistance, that need to lose weight may be prescribed Byetta or Glucophage. Only a doctor can make this determination. Since these drugs are classified as diabetic medications, insurance companies will generally cover the cost of these drugs, unlike most other weight loss medications.

Zimulti (rimonabant)


Rimonabant is an anti-obesity drug. While pegged a potential blockbuster by industry analysts, it hasn't been approved by the FDA over concerns that it has been shown to increase the risk of suicidal thoughts. If, and when, the FDA approves this prescription drug, it will be marketed as Zimulti. However, it has been available in the European Union since 2006 under the name Acomplia.

Alli (orlistat)


Orlistat is a prescription drug used to treat obesity. Alli is a reduced-strength version of Orlistat and is available over-the-counter, but it is still recommended that you consult your doctor before taking it. Alli helps weight loss by preventing fat in the food you eat from being absorbed in the body, specifically by the intestines. The undigested fat is removed from your body through bowel movements. By decreasing the absorption of fat in the body, Alli essentially reduces the number of calories you absorb.

It is very important that you do not eat too much fat when taking Alli. Some users of this diet pill have reported loose stools and leakage when they have eaten too much fat. Many have resorted to taking extra clothing with them when they leave home! It is recommended that you consume no more than 15 grams of fat per meal after taking Alli to prevent these unwanted side effects.

Supplements


Many people think that if a weight loss supplement is natural, it is safe. This is not necessarily so. For instance, some companies looking for a replacement of ephedra (the drug that was banned due to its adverse reactions, including strokes and death) are now using bitter orange extract in its place because it affects the body in a similar way as ephedra. This is a perfect example of how a supplement may be "natural" but not necessarily safe.

There are two supplements, however, that many agree are safe and may be effective in weight loss. They are green tree extract and hoodia gordonii. EGCG, an antioxidant found in green tea, may help boost the body's metabolism. Hoodia gordonii is a natural appetite suppressant. It tricks the brain into thinking you are full. The idea behind hoodia diet pills is that if you feel full, you'll eat less. Thus, you'll lose weight.

What diet pills really work? Well, that depends. Some of the pills mentioned here may or may not be suitable for you - and even though they work for one person, they may not do a thing for you. Supplements may be a safer alternative but they come with certain risks as well. That's why it's important to make diet and exercise the main components of your weight loss program. Diet pills and supplements should only be used as a temporary aid and you should always consult with a doctor first before taking them!

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"i'm through talking, fellows. six minutes."
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