The problem of obesity in our society is becoming more severe progressively. One of the results of this unfortunate development is the increased focus of pharmaceutical companies on the problem. These companies see the obesity problem as an opportunity to make money by selling drugs that promise weight reduction without requisite exercise and controlled diet. In a society that yearns for miracle solutions to serious problems, the appeal of weight loss drugs is immense.
Diet pills and weight loss supplements are widely available in the United States. They come in several forms – pills, powders, liquids, bars and others – and are sold in drug stores, supermarkets, and health food stores and online. Despite wide and easy availability, the supplements …show more content…
Nevertheless, even natural and herbal diet pills and supplements can have their serious side effects. Caffeine, for example, temporarily increases the heart rate. A number of herbs result in gastrointestinal irregularities. Moreover, herbal supplements that help reduce your body’s fat intake may also reduce the body’s absorption of essential nutrients and minerals. A doctor must, therefore, be consulted before starting a diet plan or a course of any diet pills or weight loss supplements. …show more content…
As the holiday season approaches, we will see an increasing amount of high calorie and unhealthy foods available everywhere – from supermarkets to bakeries and from homes to offices. In this situation, a reliance on diet pills and weight loss supplements is not judicious and one needs to eat carefully. Eating water-dense foods like salads and fruits at the beginning of a big meal is always a good idea. Pushing the plate from in front of you before you feel full is another good idea. It gives the stomach time to send signals to the brain that one has had enough food and does not need a second helping. Another wise move is to resist the temptation of putting of exercise and diet control to the next year. New year’s resolutions almost always fail. Immediate action often
Diet pills and weight loss supplements are widely available in the United States. They come in several forms – pills, powders, liquids, bars and others – and are sold in drug stores, supermarkets, and health food stores and online. Despite wide and easy availability, the supplements …show more content…
Nevertheless, even natural and herbal diet pills and supplements can have their serious side effects. Caffeine, for example, temporarily increases the heart rate. A number of herbs result in gastrointestinal irregularities. Moreover, herbal supplements that help reduce your body’s fat intake may also reduce the body’s absorption of essential nutrients and minerals. A doctor must, therefore, be consulted before starting a diet plan or a course of any diet pills or weight loss supplements. …show more content…
As the holiday season approaches, we will see an increasing amount of high calorie and unhealthy foods available everywhere – from supermarkets to bakeries and from homes to offices. In this situation, a reliance on diet pills and weight loss supplements is not judicious and one needs to eat carefully. Eating water-dense foods like salads and fruits at the beginning of a big meal is always a good idea. Pushing the plate from in front of you before you feel full is another good idea. It gives the stomach time to send signals to the brain that one has had enough food and does not need a second helping. Another wise move is to resist the temptation of putting of exercise and diet control to the next year. New year’s resolutions almost always fail. Immediate action often