Alli ? has anyone tried it with MFP

I have used it in the past with WW, and just started back on it again for a little extra boost a couple days ago.

I know many people joke about the "treatment effects" (which is what they call it in the alli information pamphlet), but I honestly have not had any side effects unless I go WAY overboard and eat a whole large order of fries or something. In a way, it's extra motivation to NOT stray too far from your diet, but at the same time it makes me feel a little less guilt when I do stray a little from my diet guidelines, because I think of the 25% of fat not being metabolized.

To be frank, the extent of the "treatment effects" I have experienced were just basically diarrhea-like symptoms (tummy rumble and the light cramping sensation accompanying it), and only when I really just threw all propriety and diet consciousness to the wind. I never experienced any of the "oily discharge," or uncontrollable bowels. alli did not ruin any of my pants or panties. This may be different for people with sensitive digestive systems, I have no way of knowing about that, but my anecdotal evidence demonstrates that the commonly held belief that alli turns your digestive system into an automatic weapon with a hair trigger is a little exaggerated.

I look at it as the difference between losing 10 lbs in a month or 12.5 lbs. Without doing anything other than taking a pill with your meals, you can get rid of another couple pounds a month. Nice, right?

Just remember to see it for what it is, a tool for weight management. It's not a magical fat eliminator, and it is not an evil poo disruptor. As with most things, if you research it and use it as directed you will find that you are able to minimize any unpleasant surprises and maximize the nice ones.

Good Luck!
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What is Alli?

Wow, I've considered it in the past, and after this description, I'll pass. I know we all want to get to our goal weight as quickly as possible, but honestly, isn't getting there as healthy as possible the true goal?

I agree with this. Learn to change your lifestyle by eating well and staying active. Then you don't risk packing the pounds back on when you stop taking the diet aids.

Tylenol, one of the most commonly used OTC drugs in the US also causes liver damage. Still, most people wouldn't shy away from taking them as directed when it would help with a headache.