How Do Diet Pills Work?
Two very different types of medicines fall under the umbrella of diet pills or weight-loss medications.
Some people who start Ozempic may have a challenging relationship with food.
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In fact, some options are absolutely unsafe and have led to serious illnesses and even deaths, theFDAconfirms.
It’s also helpful to consider your “why.”
“The best results have been seen using semaglutide along with lifestyle modifications.”
The existing literature related to Ozempic/Wegovy and weight management involves trials that are fairly small and short-term.
Leon adds that more independent studies are needed to determine a successful long-term solution.
Some common side effects have been reported, such as nausea and diarrhea.
Other FDA-approved weight-loss shots and pills include Contrave, Qsymia, Saxenda and orlistat.
“This medication prevents some of the fat found in food from being absorbed in the intestine.
The unabsorbed fat exits the body through the stool,” Ehsani clarifies.
(Clearly, serious matters.)
Caffeine
It’s not just found in coffee, tea, chocolate and energy drinks anymore.
Beyond that, excess green tea extract can lead to serious issues, including heart palpitations andliver damageor failure.
“Weight-loss benefits are seen in limited cases and tend to be modest at best.
It’s best to enjoy your green tea for its healthy, antioxidant benefits,” Leon says.
Again, it provides a source of caffeine, which can increase resting metabolic rate and fat metabolism.
“The studies that ‘work’ have been only done on animals, not humans.
There’s very little evidence showing it actually helps or works.
More research studies need to be conducted before I’d recommend this,” Ehsani says.
Side effects of CLA supplementation can trigger inflammation.
“There is no solid evidence or research showing that these supplements are even effective.”
Reported adverse side effects from users include jitters, stomachaches, rapid heartbeat, excessive sweating and nausea.
“This is one diet pill you should steer clear of.
Any short-term benefit is largely outweighed by its long-term health complications,” Leon says.
We simply don’t know enough about most of them to confirm their long-term safety.
Speak with your primary care doctor before beginning any new medication or supplement.
