Weight Loss Supplements Weight loss supplements are pills or powders that help in weight loss.
Their effectiveness cannot be generalized, as their functioning varies from one individual to the other. The physical constitution and chemical make up of every individual varies. Weight loss supplements produce result in addition to regular exercise and a healthy diet. Weight loss diet supplements function in three ways. They help in blockage of fat absorption (fat blockers), decrease in the synthesis of lipase enzyme and as appetite suppressants.
A number of weight loss diet supplements are available in the market.
Many of these supplements prove to lighten the body and the wallet!! Many of these drugs are not approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) and prove ineffective. Majority of the pills result in money wastage, but also results in certain side effects. Chitosan supplements are safe for human consumption, though they fail to decrease the weight. Though long term effects are unclear, immediate side effects are bloating, constipation and gastro intestinal complications.
Weight loss diet supplements include Country mallow, which is also referred to as heart leaf, as an essential component. It increases the expended calories, thereby resulting in decreased appetite.
It contains ephedra and is unsafe for humans. Ephedra is a well known drug that decreases the appetite, causing weight loss. They are banned in the market, due to various side effects such as seizures, stores, sleeplessness, hypertension, heart attack, irregularities in heart rate. It is also life threatening. Bitter orange is considered as an ephedra substitute and results in heart problems. Bitter orange is an herb that is also referred to as Citrus aurantium.
Weight loss supplements such as (CLA) Conjugated linoleic acid decreases the appetite, decreases body fat and increases the muscle mass. Gastro intestinal problems such as indigestion and diarrhea are seen to be associated with the consumption of CLA. Hoodia gordonii is yet another herb that decreases appetite. Weight loss is not evident from the consumption of Hoodia gordonii. Green tea extract reduces the appetite by increasing the fat and calorie breakdown. Caffeine in these drugs contributes to indigestion, diarrhoea and bloating. Guar gum raises the satiety feeling, by blocking the absorption of fat. Chromium increases muscle mass and reduces fat, which is safe. Apple cider vinegar tablets are available that promotes satiety. It is a natural fat burner and is considered as a weight loss diet supplement.
Weight loss pills fail to substitute any other weight loss technique and are administered under the guidance of a physician. Exercise and a strict diet prove natural and cost effective. The safety levels associated with the intake of weight loss supplements is still under doubt. Abuse of diet pills is not recommended. |
