Has anyone tried Alli weight loss pills?

patriciahutchinson89
patriciahutchinson89 Posts: 89 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
Found a coupon for it and mayo clinic says it works. I'm fine doing this on my own but if a pill can boost the 2 pounds a week I burn to 4 pounds that help a lot. I still intend to eat right and exercise.

Mayo Clinic review: http://www.mayoclinic.org/alli/art-20047908
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  • hwoeltjen
    hwoeltjen Posts: 199 Member
    I wouldn't bother. If you are losing weight without it...stick to what you are doing. That's just my take on things.
  • Duck_Puddle
    Duck_Puddle Posts: 3,237 Member
    The promise of anal leakage is enough for me to just stick to eating less and moving more.
  • bamf82
    bamf82 Posts: 14
    I tried it a few years ago. While it did keep me in check, because I feared pooping my pants; the fact that it blocks fats from being observed made me kinda leary.

    I believe we need fats in our diet. Focus on healthy fats and you're good!
  • marypatmccue
    marypatmccue Posts: 521 Member
    Anal leakage?! WHERE DO I SIGN UP!!?????
  • _TastySnoBalls_
    _TastySnoBalls_ Posts: 1,298 Member
    :noway:
  • Alatariel75
    Alatariel75 Posts: 18,207 Member
    Search "Alli" using the search function. Read all previous threads. ?????. Profit (from not wasting money on pills that make you crap yourself).
  • bajoyba
    bajoyba Posts: 1,153 Member
    I read the side effects. Doesn't sound very fun.
    Moderate calorie deficit is the way to go.

    I'm just going to leave this here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1166617-has-anyone-tried-the-alli-diet?hl=alli
  • Sabine_Stroehm
    Sabine_Stroehm Posts: 19,263 Member
    The promise of anal leakage is enough for me to just stick to eating less and moving more.
    :frown: :sick:
  • Lemmon827
    Lemmon827 Posts: 27 Member
    The leakage is true if you eat a lot of fatty greasy food. It's like pooping oil or grease with your normal stool. Also can cause diarrhea/speed up bowl movement if you are not careful. So bottom line it blocks some of the fat absorption, but it also makes you want to avoid fatty foods because of the consequences. It works to a degree I would recommend using it if you are going to have a "diet cheat day," holidays, or a special occasion where you know you won't be able to resist what is being served. Eating less fat is the best way to go.
  • ElizabethFuller
    ElizabethFuller Posts: 352 Member
    My doctor prescribed them for me about 3 years ago. Leakage is not a problem if you don't eat high fat food, really, DON'T eat high fat food, you can't digest or absorb any fat and it goes straight through your gut and out in your poop. If you have a double cheeseburger and fries you'll be in trouble. So you have to avoid fatty food and so the pills (that stop you absorbing fat) are pretty pointless. I took them for a week and didn't really see any difference. I think they've got a bad rep. because people thought they could pop a pill before dinner, eat cheesy chilli fries and chunky monkey ice cream and the pill would just magic the fat away. :noway:
    I'd stick to good food, exercise and maintaining a calorie deficit, it really works! Good luck!
  • jenilla1
    jenilla1 Posts: 11,118 Member
    Personally, I'd rather not have to start wearing diapers any sooner than I absolutely have to...
  • MizzTweezy
    MizzTweezy Posts: 250 Member
    Ha.. I remember I was so excited to buy this stuff a few years back, I spent a decent amount of money, got it home, read anal leakage and never used it... No thank you!
  • Seajolly
    Seajolly Posts: 1,435 Member
    I don't eat a lot of greasy, fattening food, so it's not right for me. Good old fashioned healthy eating and exercise for me!
  • Efflictim
    Efflictim Posts: 147 Member
    The promise of anal leakage is enough for me to just stick to eating less and moving more.

    :laugh: :noway:
  • allaboutthecake
    allaboutthecake Posts: 1,535 Member
    It would be easy to have high hopes for a quick fix especially when Mayo Clinic gives their stamp of approval. However, your best way is to just buck-up and stick to your calorie deficit.

    How embarrassing would it be to be out with a group of friends and get the Hershey-squirts without warning. :embarassed:

    Good luck. you are just beginning. :flowerforyou:
  • pcastagner
    pcastagner Posts: 1,606 Member
    never trust a fart ladies!
  • MsBluelipstick
    MsBluelipstick Posts: 23
    DON'T! SERIOUSLY DON'T! !


    So you are only suppose to have "side effects" if you eat a high fat meal... well any fat sometimes will leave you in a pretty horrid situation o.0
  • Lemmon827
    Lemmon827 Posts: 27 Member
    never trust a fart ladies!

    ahahaha! so true!

    French fries and alli mean you will not be leaving the restroom any time soon! Lesson Learned: No fatty junk food
  • Mr_Bad_Example
    Mr_Bad_Example Posts: 2,403 Member
    OP, make sure that you also have a coupon for these.

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  • bamf82
    bamf82 Posts: 14
    I believe you cannot go over 15 grams of fat per meal.
  • sillyvalentine
    sillyvalentine Posts: 460 Member
    Well if the mayo clinic says so....

    After reading the delightful side effects, it sounds more like a laxative than anything. I think you should just do it the old fashioned way.
  • Lemmon827
    Lemmon827 Posts: 27 Member
    Yikes no fats? So even Avocado type fats? Cause I absolutely need in the very least to meet my fat goals...I find it sooooo important to prevent saggy skin, and I'm sure other things factor in like being a non-smoker my whole life, and whatever other things that can kind of age you, but I'd like to think sufficent fat (healthly fats, olive oil....etc ) also help with retaining a youthfull look.

    Just don't take any of the pills before eating it. Your body does need healthy fats to maintain itself. I tried alli for awhile but I quit because it is easier to just avoid the junk foods.
  • patriciahutchinson89
    patriciahutchinson89 Posts: 89 Member
    It would be easy to have high hopes for a quick fix especially when Mayo Clinic gives their stamp of approval. However, your best way is to just buck-up and stick to your calorie deficit.

    How embarrassing would it be to be out with a group of friends and get the Hershey-squirts without warning. :embarassed:

    Good luck. you are just beginning. :flowerforyou:


    Lol I read all replies so I wont get it, however Hershey squirts..lol wow.
  • ScreenGem
    ScreenGem Posts: 52 Member
    This whole conversation is just too damn funny. I read it twice for a laugh. Conclusion: NO buy
  • Alatariel75
    Alatariel75 Posts: 18,207 Member
    Yikes no fats? So even Avocado type fats? Cause I absolutely need in the very least to meet my fat goals...I find it sooooo important to prevent saggy skin, and I'm sure other things factor in like being a non-smoker my whole life, and whatever other things that can kind of age you, but I'd like to think sufficent fat (healthly fats, olive oil....etc ) also help with retaining a youthfull look.

    Just don't take any of the pills before eating it. Your body does need healthy fats to maintain itself. I tried alli for awhile but I quit because it is easier to just avoid the junk foods.


    No I have no interest in taking any weigh loss pill aids...I'm just asking if healthly fats like avocado etc would also shot right through you on this medicine.

    Yup, it doesn't differentiate between them, just makes you lose the lot!
  • PunkyRachel
    PunkyRachel Posts: 1,959 Member
    I have never tried them myself. Everything I have read says they work, but if you eat to much greasy foods or junk food while taking it wil causes the ****s bad! Its also recommend you have a spare change of underwear/pants at all times.
  • redheaddee
    redheaddee Posts: 2,005 Member
    The promise of anal leakage is enough for me to just stick to eating less and moving more.

    /thread
  • sarah44254
    sarah44254 Posts: 3,078 Member
    ah, yea. others have mentioned all i know about alli.
    you're gonna do great with a calorie deficit. you'll see the weight go away. it'll be wonderful. save your $ and use the coupon for firewood i guess
  • PunkyRachel
    PunkyRachel Posts: 1,959 Member
    It would be easy to have high hopes for a quick fix especially when Mayo Clinic gives their stamp of approval. However, your best way is to just buck-up and stick to your calorie deficit.

    How embarrassing would it be to be out with a group of friends and get the Hershey-squirts without warning. :embarassed:

    Good luck. you are just beginning. :flowerforyou:

    Lol I read all replies so I wont get it, however Hershey squirts..lol wow.


    lol its chocolate milk! Sorry I work at a daycare center, one of our 4 years old had diarrhea last week. He thought he was going to get in trouble for having his 'accident' so he lied and told us it was Chocolate milk...LMAO Hershey squirts made me think about it
  • red_road
    red_road Posts: 761 Member
    I have heard it works if you are already on a healthy diet. The problem with the whole "leakage" thing was because people were eating whatever crap they wanted and expecting the pill to magically make them thin. If you go on it, you have to watch your intake, especially fat. I believe too much fat intake is what causes issues with the pill. I dont know how well these pills work if used properly as i have never actually met anyone that has used them the way they are meant to be. For me personally I dont think pills are worth it, but if your doctor approves then go for it.

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