weight loss pills
dluberts
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so iwas just wondering that sincei m reducing my calories if it would help to try a dieting pill also?im curious ive never tried them before ..not sure what i think about them..what are your thoughts?
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Put real, healthy food into your body rather than those pills. You never know about the side effects and it's better to lose weight by learning to eat well than doing something that will be temporary. Just realize it takes time and relax.0
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I've never tried them, but in my opinion, you don't need them. You can lose weight and get healthy just by eating at a moderate calorie deficit and getting some exercise. It's better to educate yourself about food and fitness and build lasting habits that lead to a sustainable lifestyle. Besides, there's no telling what affects any diet pill might have on your body, and it's a short term solution. Stick with the good old fashioned way.
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thanks!i am eating alot healthier options for meals and watching portions as well as exercising.ive cut out almost all junk food totally.not to say that i dont crave it...lol.i was just curious..my goal is 1 to 2 lbs per week.so far im reaching that goal.but ive only been doing this for one week0
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If there were diet pills that actually worked in the long term, we'd all take them. Keep eating right and exercising and the weight will come off. :-)0
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dont do it.0
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They don't work. Don't waste your money. :flowerforyou:0
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bottomless money sink, and everytime you see studies or whatever, it's funded by companies selling them (like green coffee bean extract lately or raspberry ketones before)0
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Diet pills are a GREAT way to F up your metabolism. :sick: Don't do it. Just. don't. :ohwell: You CAN get there just by eating right and exercising. :happy:0
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My motto is: I didn't need a pill to get fat, I don't need one to get thin.
I think they're just a money pit personally.0 -
Please continue eating your food as per your plan.
The only thing you will lose with so called "diet pills" is your money.
There are many people who swear it has helped them. I do not know personally anybody who does. Many of these pills would work for a while and then found out that the "diet pill" originated severe health issues .
Check "phen-fen" at the web. I read people died after taking them for several months due to internal heart injuries.
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Diet and exercise are the only way to actually lose weight. There is no magic pill out there that will make you shed pounds.
That being said, I do take USP Labs OxyElite Pro on a daily basis while doing strict dieting. I don't drink any caffeine containing products other than a pre-workout supplement in the afternoon and OxyElite does give me a little boost in the morning. I find that this boost helps me stick to my diet and feel happier during the morning hours. Without it, I tend to drag and am less motivated to eat healthy. I never up my dose past one pill first thing in the morning, even though the label tells you to since I just use it for the energy boost, not the supposed thermogenic effects.
The version I take contains 1-3 DMAA, which really gets me going. The "new" formula (FDA compliant) doesn't have this and I don't have any experience with it, but other so-called fat burners never did anything for me, so I doubt I'd get any benefit from it. USP labs is still producing both versions (to my knowledge) and is fighting the FDA ban on 1-3 DMAA.0 -
Hello, I think that there is a huge potential for negative consequences from the diet pill industry. This is based on the fact that diet pills fall under the health supplement rules/regulations, and as such are UNregulated by the FDA. This means that the companies can virtually put anything into their products. Many of them are putting unsafe things into their pills, and this is resulting in personal harm to people. Please check out this website for more information: http://www.healthyweight.net/fraud.htm.
Basically, just say no.0 -
Diet and exercise are the only way to actually lose weight. There is no magic pill out there that will make you shed pounds.
That being said, I do take USP Labs OxyElite Pro on a daily basis while doing strict dieting. I don't drink any caffeine containing products other than a pre-workout supplement in the afternoon and OxyElite does give me a little boost in the morning. I find that this boost helps me stick to my diet and feel happier during the morning hours. Without it, I tend to drag and am less motivated to eat healthy. I never up my dose past one pill first thing in the morning, even though the label tells you to since I just use it for the energy boost, not the supposed thermogenic effects.
The version I take contains 1-3 DMAA, which really gets me going. The "new" formula (FDA compliant) doesn't have this and I don't have any experience with it, but other so-called fat burners never did anything for me, so I doubt I'd get any benefit from it. USP labs is still producing both versions (to my knowledge) and is fighting the FDA ban on 1-3 DMAA.
^^ this is what I take...funny that the only other response of someone who does use something is the same product I use. I have tried so many things over the years and this is the only thing that has even come close to helping with energy/appetite control without making me shaky. I only take one about once a week on really tough days and like you, one in the morning. For me it does help. Of course everyone is different. Because I use it so infrequently, the 30 dollar investment will last me many months.0 -
Diet and exercise are the only way to actually lose weight. There is no magic pill out there that will make you shed pounds.
That being said, I do take USP Labs OxyElite Pro on a daily basis while doing strict dieting. I don't drink any caffeine containing products other than a pre-workout supplement in the afternoon and OxyElite does give me a little boost in the morning. I find that this boost helps me stick to my diet and feel happier during the morning hours. Without it, I tend to drag and am less motivated to eat healthy. I never up my dose past one pill first thing in the morning, even though the label tells you to since I just use it for the energy boost, not the supposed thermogenic effects.
The version I take contains 1-3 DMAA, which really gets me going. The "new" formula (FDA compliant) doesn't have this and I don't have any experience with it, but other so-called fat burners never did anything for me, so I doubt I'd get any benefit from it. USP labs is still producing both versions (to my knowledge) and is fighting the FDA ban on 1-3 DMAA.
^^ this is what I take...funny that the only other response of someone who does use something is the same product I use. I have tried so many things over the years and this is the only thing that has even come close to helping with energy/appetite control without making me shaky. I only take one about once a week on really tough days and like you, one in the morning. For me it does help. Of course everyone is different. Because I use it so infrequently, the 30 dollar investment will last me many months.
That is an interesting coincidence, perhaps its because it actually does something and isn't "black magic". I love the energy boost and mood enhancement I get from it. Like I said, other pills never did anything for me. Since I only use it once a day at most, it lasts me three months. Definitely worth the price.0 -
I have tried them and have to admit that, when combined with healthy/low calorie eating and regular exercise, the effects are noticeable and extreme. That said, I agree with everthing everyone said. They're not sustainable, you can't take them for the rest of your life and one has no idea what damager they're doing to their liver, thyroid, etc. It really is better to do this the old fashioned way: good ol' healthy eating and exercise.0
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Diet and exercise are the only way to actually lose weight. There is no magic pill out there that will make you shed pounds.
That being said, I do take USP Labs OxyElite Pro on a daily basis while doing strict dieting. I don't drink any caffeine containing products other than a pre-workout supplement in the afternoon and OxyElite does give me a little boost in the morning. I find that this boost helps me stick to my diet and feel happier during the morning hours. Without it, I tend to drag and am less motivated to eat healthy. I never up my dose past one pill first thing in the morning, even though the label tells you to since I just use it for the energy boost, not the supposed thermogenic effects.
The version I take contains 1-3 DMAA, which really gets me going. The "new" formula (FDA compliant) doesn't have this and I don't have any experience with it, but other so-called fat burners never did anything for me, so I doubt I'd get any benefit from it. USP labs is still producing both versions (to my knowledge) and is fighting the FDA ban on 1-3 DMAA.
^^ this is what I take...funny that the only other response of someone who does use something is the same product I use. I have tried so many things over the years and this is the only thing that has even come close to helping with energy/appetite control without making me shaky. I only take one about once a week on really tough days and like you, one in the morning. For me it does help. Of course everyone is different. Because I use it so infrequently, the 30 dollar investment will last me many months.
2013 NYT article about OxyElite and Jack3d. Please read it if you have time.
http://www.nytimes.com/2013/05/10/business/congress-to-look-into-drug-known-as-dmaa.html0 -
they may work but they are temporary and harmful in the long run. If you want real success, just watch your calories, and exercise, losing slower and steady, is better than a fake sense of success.0
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Diet and exercise are the only way to actually lose weight. There is no magic pill out there that will make you shed pounds.
That being said, I do take USP Labs OxyElite Pro on a daily basis while doing strict dieting. I don't drink any caffeine containing products other than a pre-workout supplement in the afternoon and OxyElite does give me a little boost in the morning. I find that this boost helps me stick to my diet and feel happier during the morning hours. Without it, I tend to drag and am less motivated to eat healthy. I never up my dose past one pill first thing in the morning, even though the label tells you to since I just use it for the energy boost, not the supposed thermogenic effects.
The version I take contains 1-3 DMAA, which really gets me going. The "new" formula (FDA compliant) doesn't have this and I don't have any experience with it, but other so-called fat burners never did anything for me, so I doubt I'd get any benefit from it. USP labs is still producing both versions (to my knowledge) and is fighting the FDA ban on 1-3 DMAA.
^^ this is what I take...funny that the only other response of someone who does use something is the same product I use. I have tried so many things over the years and this is the only thing that has even come close to helping with energy/appetite control without making me shaky. I only take one about once a week on really tough days and like you, one in the morning. For me it does help. Of course everyone is different. Because I use it so infrequently, the 30 dollar investment will last me many months.
That is an interesting coincidence, perhaps its because it actually does something and isn't "black magic". I love the energy boost and mood enhancement I get from it. Like I said, other pills never did anything for me. Since I only use it once a day at most, it lasts me three months. Definitely worth the price.
I have had some bad experiences with other products and did tons of research before trying OEP for the first time. I am very aware of the dangers of some manufacturers but USP has a very good reputation and I have been using OEP for several years off and on and it seems you and I are both at least anecdotal evidence that it does work. After several years, I haven't had any bad effects so I feel pretty confident in the safety of at least this use of it Glad I am not the only one 0 -
thank you everyone so much for the advice.i truly appreciate it.truthfully speaking i dont want to take anything but i was curious.and you all have been extremely helpful0
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RUN, RUN, RUN from pills. If you are successful on the pills, studies show that you will put the weight back on. Take it slow, be consistent, don't get down on yourself, and stay active! Good luck! 0
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Diet and exercise are the only way to actually lose weight. There is no magic pill out there that will make you shed pounds.
That being said, I do take USP Labs OxyElite Pro on a daily basis while doing strict dieting. I don't drink any caffeine containing products other than a pre-workout supplement in the afternoon and OxyElite does give me a little boost in the morning. I find that this boost helps me stick to my diet and feel happier during the morning hours. Without it, I tend to drag and am less motivated to eat healthy. I never up my dose past one pill first thing in the morning, even though the label tells you to since I just use it for the energy boost, not the supposed thermogenic effects.
The version I take contains 1-3 DMAA, which really gets me going. The "new" formula (FDA compliant) doesn't have this and I don't have any experience with it, but other so-called fat burners never did anything for me, so I doubt I'd get any benefit from it. USP labs is still producing both versions (to my knowledge) and is fighting the FDA ban on 1-3 DMAA.
^^ this is what I take...funny that the only other response of someone who does use something is the same product I use. I have tried so many things over the years and this is the only thing that has even come close to helping with energy/appetite control without making me shaky. I only take one about once a week on really tough days and like you, one in the morning. For me it does help. Of course everyone is different. Because I use it so infrequently, the 30 dollar investment will last me many months.
2013 NYT article about OxyElite and Jack3d. Please read it if you have time.
http://www.nytimes.com/2013/05/10/business/congress-to-look-into-drug-known-as-dmaa.html
I'm well aware of the issues surrounding DMAA, but I believe the health issues were due to misuse and abuse, not someone taking the supplement per (or below) levels indicated on the label. People are quick to blame the ingredients when they should be pointing fingers at the abusers. This issue first came to light when two soldiers died during training exercises while using DMAA containing supplements, supposedly Jack3d. IMO, they were likely not drinking enough water and likely taking more than suggested while performing VERY strenuous activity. Typically soldiers are training in hot weather environments and pushing themselves to the limit both physically and mentally. It was a recipe for disaster.
The DMAA ban is similar to the Ephedra ban in the early 2000s, people misuse something that actually works and then everyone suffers.
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I used to use Grenade tablets, which classes itself as a fat burning pill... But I mainly used it for energy during a work out.0
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I took Hydroxycut about 10 years ago. After about a week on them I started feeling disoriented and jittery and almost passed out at work. Just wanted to throw that in there so you know not only do they not work but they can be dangerous to your health as well.0
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My motto is: I didn't need a pill to get fat, I don't need one to get thin.
I think they're just a money pit personally.
i like this motto0 -
Please don't do it. The results will only be temporary.0
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There is no magic pill!!! If there would be no obesity! I am living proof that hard work pays off!0
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I wouldn't go down that road. You don't know what's in them. Like any medication they also have side effects.
I will also add, I've tried numerous diet pills when I was overly obsessed with weight loss (fine now).
Now Adios and Acai Berry, were fairly pleasant, but I didn't see any additional weight loss. I lost about the same amount of weight as I would have without them.
In my opinion, I would not go down the pill route as it can lead to a greater obsession. You're goal is to make a HEALTHY lifestyle change and not to dramatically lose weight. Remember if you lose weight too quickly, you are MORE LIKELY (not definitely) to put that weight back on.
Slow and steady wins the race, take each day as it comes. Eat right and exercise. You'll see great results and feel better if you work hard for it. 0 -
You won't get many if any comments supporting diet pills on this site. The general concenses will be save your money, eat at a deficit and move more.0
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Don't do it, they don't work. All that will happen is you'll end up with some pretty horrid side effects and less money in your pocket.
If there was a miracle pill we'd all take it instead of putting the hard work in to diet and exercise.0 -
Diet and exercise are the only way to actually lose weight. There is no magic pill out there that will make you shed pounds.
That being said, I do take USP Labs OxyElite Pro on a daily basis while doing strict dieting. I don't drink any caffeine containing products other than a pre-workout supplement in the afternoon and OxyElite does give me a little boost in the morning. I find that this boost helps me stick to my diet and feel happier during the morning hours. Without it, I tend to drag and am less motivated to eat healthy. I never up my dose past one pill first thing in the morning, even though the label tells you to since I just use it for the energy boost, not the supposed thermogenic effects.
The version I take contains 1-3 DMAA, which really gets me going. The "new" formula (FDA compliant) doesn't have this and I don't have any experience with it, but other so-called fat burners never did anything for me, so I doubt I'd get any benefit from it. USP labs is still producing both versions (to my knowledge) and is fighting the FDA ban on 1-3 DMAA.
^^ this is what I take...funny that the only other response of someone who does use something is the same product I use. I have tried so many things over the years and this is the only thing that has even come close to helping with energy/appetite control without making me shaky. I only take one about once a week on really tough days and like you, one in the morning. For me it does help. Of course everyone is different. Because I use it so infrequently, the 30 dollar investment will last me many months.
2013 NYT article about OxyElite and Jack3d. Please read it if you have time.
http://www.nytimes.com/2013/05/10/business/congress-to-look-into-drug-known-as-dmaa.html
I'm well aware of the issues surrounding DMAA, but I believe the health issues were due to misuse and abuse, not someone taking the supplement per (or below) levels indicated on the label. People are quick to blame the ingredients when they should be pointing fingers at the abusers. This issue first came to light when two soldiers died during training exercises while using DMAA containing supplements, supposedly Jack3d. IMO, they were likely not drinking enough water and likely taking more than suggested while performing VERY strenuous activity. Typically soldiers are training in hot weather environments and pushing themselves to the limit both physically and mentally. It was a recipe for disaster.
The DMAA ban is similar to the Ephedra ban in the early 2000s, people misuse something that actually works and then everyone suffers.
End of rant.
"If I can lose 2-5lbs a week by taking 4 pills a day I bet I can lose more and faster if I take half a bottle a day!"
I do actually agree with you that in most cases the harmful effects of ephedra and DMAA are due to pre-existing conditions and abuse/misuse of the product
that being said, I think that if people want sustainable weight loss then they shouldn't use the pills because if they don't change their habits (eating better - smaller portions, less junk and exercising) then when they stop the pills they will gain it back.
Also losing weight faster won't always give you the results you want. I have a co-worker who started a program in January (he reduced his portions a lot, eats no carbs other than what is in fruit or veggies naturally and avoids the high starch/carb veggies and can have no sugar at all (other than fruit) and he started jogging 3x a week for 30mins). He has lost a ton of weight about 5-6lbs a week but because he did it so fast his skin is REALLY saggy. like REALLY REALLY saggy lol0
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