Weight loss pills

Alli is the only fda approved weight loss product on the market, just make sure you read the side effects on the side of the box first. Its not a miracle pill, its supposed to help you lose about 25-50% more than diet and exercise alone

It is the only FDA aprooved Over-The- Counter product. Phentermine along with stronger versions of Alli (and drugs with similar side effects) are available by prescription

I try not to do it regularly, but I just finished a one week cycle to cut a few extra for my sister's wedding... I used Cellucor D4 Thermal Shock. I really liked it! But the guys at GNC know me well and know that I usually do my own research, and they hooked me up with some samples. They really know their stuff most of the time and if you're honest with them about your routine, they can help you out! Key: EAT CLEAN WHILE ON THEM TO GET RESULTS, especially watch the carbs, and you'll get quick 'cheap' results... Just please don't get yourself on a regular cycle with them... like I say "One and Done" (meaning one bottle, no more than 8 weeks)

Not being rude, just honest... there is NO healthy way to lose 20 lbs. in a month! I wish it was that easy!

I have used Dexatrim Max with success in the past.... BUT saying that, I've also gained back the weight, AND grew "immune" to the effects that worked....

*Reads about Alli side-effects* Yeah...there's probably a reason you're losing weight when you **** yourself if you eat any fats.

Is weight loss/how you look that important to put your health in jeopardy? What if you just loose 10lbs or 5lbs but are lots leaner and in general healthy looking? Is a number that pivotal? I would get a good program like insanity and follow the meal program they give you... That I think you will have the best and healthiest results (also lasting)!

Good luck!

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The typical side effects of those medications are no worse then most prescribed antibiotics and meds for other conditions. And there are plenty of people out there where the FEW side effects are much less then the risks of staying at the weight they are at. As long as you adopt healthy habits you can continue to maintain AND LOSE after a medication. I am proof of that

Is weight loss/how you look that important to put your health in jeopardy? What if you just loose 10lbs or 5lbs but are lots leaner and in general healthy looking? Is a number that pivotal? I would get a good program like insanity and follow the meal program they give you... That I think you will have the best and healthiest results (also lasting)!

Good luck!

The typical side effects of those medications are no worse then most prescribed antibiotics and meds for other conditions. And there are plenty of people out there where the FEW side effects are much less then the risks of staying at the weight they are at. As long as you adopt healthy habits you can continue to maintain AND LOSE after a medication. I am proof of that

I don't remember***edited by moderator***when I've taken antibiotics.

Or having heart palpitations (I believe it was either Stacker 2 or Hydroxycut that had this as a side effect).

Is weight loss/how you look that important to put your health in jeopardy? What if you just loose 10lbs or 5lbs but are lots leaner and in general healthy looking? Is a number that pivotal? I would get a good program like insanity and follow the meal program they give you... That I think you will have the best and healthiest results (also lasting)!

Good luck!

The typical side effects of those medications are no worse then most prescribed antibiotics and meds for other conditions. And there are plenty of people out there where the FEW side effects are much less then the risks of staying at the weight they are at. As long as you adopt healthy habits you can continue to maintain AND LOSE after a medication. I am proof of that

I don't remember ***edited by moderator*** when I've taken antibiotics.

Or having heart palpitations (I believe it was either Stacker 2 or Hydroxycut that had this as a side effect).

High doses of tetracycline (commonly used when you have an infection in a tooth needing a root canal) causes severe diarrhea. High doses of Penicillin can do that as well. Heart palpatations can happen with anti-seizure meds as well as ADD and ADHD meds. Feeling shakey or light headed is a common side effect of pretty much any medication to treat Type 2 Diabetes

Just so y'all know Cynthia has been working her A** off since January! As much as she is realistic she also wants an extra push. And Im sorry I dont think a single person that started at over 200 lbs hasnt at least THOUGHT of wanting an extra push

**So saying she should have planned ahead better isnt necessarily realistic, she has been planning**

You said pill or DVD, so I just wanted to recommend the 30 Day Shred for starters. It's great! But pleaseeee stretch more than Jillian does at the end of the workouts because that's how I got shin splints and had to stop the program. :ohwell: I know better now!

As for pills, I have never tried any weight loss supplements but bought African Mango Extreme and am going to start taking it tomorrow. It's all natural and Dr. Oz actually recommends taking African Mango. Supposed to help your metabolism, help with digestion/constipation, etc. Friend me to see how it works for me!

Like you, I have an upcoming occasion I'd like a little extra "push" for with my weight loss. I'm looking to lose around 8 lbs in the next 21 days before I go to the US Virgin Islands with my boyfriend.

I am a fan of thermogenics. I do my research. I also know the limitations of the same. Personally I prefer my own therogenic stack. I shy away from all-inclusive pills because you can't be sure of you are getting the correct dosage.

Here is the problem you are facing. With most thermogenics, you have to up the dosage slowly to let your body acclimate. For example, caffeine/ephedra/aspirin is normally started once in the morning for a week. Then 1 at breakfast and lunch. Finally I went with breakfast, lunch then 1/2 hour before my workout. Be too aggressive and you can run into the side effects others have mentioned (racing heart, increased bp, etc). Also you need to cycle off because the body grows accustomed to the caffeine and ephedra. That's what got people in trouble and got ephedra pulled off the shelves. And while it is extremely effective (the best of any fat burner), I am not sure it will give you the results you are looking for.

...and while Oxyelite seems to be the burner of choice, I have yet to see clinical support it actually works. From what I have seen, it is all testimonial and sales spiel.

As for GNC, I would do my own research before going in there. I am not saying they are purposefully misleading, but they work on commission and they can't possible research every supplement they sell, so they rely on marketing from the company. Not necessarily your best source of information.

Alli is the only fda approved weight loss product on the market, just make sure you read the side effects on the side of the box first. Its not a miracle pill, its supposed to help you lose about 25-50% more than diet and exercise alone

careful taking this. My moms took it and was rushing to the bathroom quite often, even when she was eating healthy/non-greasy foods. I'm sure everyone's bodies are different, but she had painful/cramping diarrhea after taking these even when following the diet correctly (or so she claims..) she's a sneaky one. Good luck!

Oh- the Mega T is very inexpensive too-

MEGA-T contains the following ingredients and what each could help provide:
Green Tea: Curb appetite to improve fat metabolism
Chromium: Reduce body fat
Garcinia Cambogia: Reduce food cravings and increase metablism
Guarana: Boost energy levels, stimulate metabolism
Eleuthero: Increase stamina and energy
Bladderwrack, Fo-Ti and Gotu Kola: Metabolize fat, eliminate excess fluids

All I have to add is this-

I worked with a woman who was in great shape, a runner, who was taking diet pills Ephedra was the base of that pill. She had a heartattack. She survived thankfully and now her heart is scarred and she has cadiac Arrythmia from the scar tissue which required her to get a pacemaker.

I am so anti-diet pills that I wont even go there, but please remember, if it isnt FDA Approved, and if you cant go in yoru doctors office and tell him you are taking it without feeling guilty than there is probably something wrong with it.

There is nothing more rewarding than hard work to really know you are doing this and you, yourself are making yourself better. There is nothing on the market worth your life or your quality of life. These side effects happen. Maybe you will be lucky, but dont forget that you are literally gambling with your life by taking something all to lose 20 pounds? Is 20 pounds and a pretty outfit worth it????

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