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Aug 24, 2006

Appetite suppressants: Pros & Cons

by SirGan

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Every potential user probably already knows that weight loss supplements can come in many different forms and while some weight loss supplements are healthy, many can become addictive and can cause permanent damage to heart and nervous system. That’s why it is extremely important that, before starting with any new weight loss supplement, that a person carefully read the packaging, and know what the possible side effects of taking the supplement are. Probably the best thing that person can do is to consult some physician before introducing any new supplement into life to make sure he or she is making the right and safest choice. Although people rarely thing about it- it is proven that some weight loss supplements can cause permanent damage to human body with just a few uses. A few weight loss supplements, however, used correctly and in the correct doses, can be very helpful for fat loss and a few little known advanced dieting techniques can strip body fat quickly and effectively. Everyone should know that, although weight loss supplements can often give that extra push in the right direction when it comes to weight loss- it’s important to know more about it. With all these different types to choose from, what should a person take to most effectively aid in the fat burning process?

Different types of weight loss supplements

Almost everyone knows that there are several different weigh loss supplements in the market today and with so many of them- people often complain on information overload because they’re trying to figure out which ones are best for them. There are over 300 different weigh loss supplements today on the market! First off, there are several types of weight loss supplements including the following:
  • Thermogenic Fat Burners
  • Stimulant-Free Fat Burners
  • Carb Blockers
  • Fat Blockers
  • Thyroid Hormone Increasers
  • Appetite Suppressants
  • Cortisol Blockers
  • Transdermal Fat Loss Gels
  • Other Fat Loss Products
 

Thermogenic Fat Burners

Good thing about these fat burners is that they don’t contain ephedra which is probably their best property! If someone wants a good fat burner without ephedra, this is definitely the best place to look! It isn't a secret that some people simply don't tolerate ephedra because of their heart condition or other medical condition.
Others just don't want ephedra because it makes them feel a little too jittery. In the past, fat burners without ephedra didn't work all that well but good thing is that researches has intensified in this area and the latest products are really helping people lose fat fast. What's the most important thing there is to know about these fat burners? Well, that’s definitely the idea that if they can raise your metabolism even a little bit, you will burn more calories each day, even while resting.

Stimulant-Free Thermogenics

Because some people want to avoid stimulants altogether, including caffeine- experts from this field came up with one great idea- stimulant-free weight loss supplement! Today, there are a number of great and effective fat burners that are stimulant-free! Although they are not so effective as some supplement with stimulants-they are safer alternatives for some people. Results vary, but typically people lose an average of 7-10 pounds with these.  

Carb Blockers

Not too many people have heard about these carb blockers but the fact is that they are one great thing to use alone to increase weight loss or in conjunction with thermogenics or other fat burners. The most famous carb blocker is BSN Cheaters Relief which works by blocking the absorption of some carbs! They are safe with no reported side effects, but make it a lot easier to lose weight by absorbing up to 35 grams of unwanted starches per meal.
 

Fat Blockers

Beside carb blockers there are also the Fat blockers! The most famous fat blocker ingredient is one substance called chitosan. They are working much like the same way as carb blockers do, but the exact mechanism is based on binding to fat in the digestive tract before you absorb it. It can trap as much as seven times its weight in fat! So even if you eat a little extra fat each day, fat blockers can help keep some of it from being absorbed into your body. Pretty intelligent solution!

Thyroid Regulators

What exactly are thyroid regulators!? Well, thyroid supplements are nothing more but actually thyroid replacements for what body would normally produce. What is the best advantage of this? This is great because person can regulate and optimize thyroid so it performs at a higher level than it can on its own. It optimize and increases the intensity of metabolism! Popular thyroid enhancing ingredients are Guggulsterones and Forskolin.

Appetite Suppressants

Almost everyone knows that a most popular form of weight loss supplement is the appetite suppressant. What is the most important thing there is to know about these substances? Well, an appetite suppressant will reduce person’s desire for food in order to help that person to loose weight. It is important to know that a popular form of appetite suppressant is a bulking agent. A bulking agent will absorb liquid in stomach and swell up larger, making a person feels full when really isn't. Because the appetite is then suppressed, person will consume less food. However- there are some other important things about these supplements that every potential used should know! Many of these types of weight loss supplements contain guar gum which can cause obstructions in stomach, esophagus, and intestines.  

Cortisol Blockers

The proven fact is that, whenever someone is under stress, bodies release its primary stress hormone - cortisol. What is the primary role of this hormone? Well, in the body, cortisol is a potent signal to do two things - increase appetite and store fat. This means that whenever we're under stress, the increased cortisol in our body tells our brain that we're hungry, while at the same time telling our fat cells to store as much fat as they can (and then hold on to it as tightly as possible).
We have the top selling cortisol blockers in the world that have been proven to help you lose fat fast while gaining as much muscle as possible from your workouts!

Fat Loss Creams or Gels

Although not too many people have heard about this- the fact is that the latest innovation in fat loss technology produced a fat loss transdermal gel that is being absorbed through the skin. It is extremely easy to use- you rub it on where ever you want to lose the fat on that region. The most famous gel of this kind is Cutting Gel. Experts are saying that this product and other Yohimbe-based creams work very well, especially in conjunction with another fat burner.

Metabolic Enhancers - pros and cons

  • Damage to health
Several experts are also saying that using metabolic enhancers for weight loss is both dangerous, and usually ineffective. They’re saying that a metabolic enhancer will increase metabolism and energy level, which is good but- in addition to increasing energy level- these weight loss supplements also often increase heart rate and can cause damage to nervous system. Almost everyone knows now that the Ephedra has been removed from the market because of its damaging and addictive effects on the public. Doctors from Belgium and Germany discovered that the Chinese herb Aristolochia fangchi, often found in fat burners, may cause not only kidney failure but urinary tract cancer.
  • Addiction
These types of weight loss supplements are also highly addictive which also represents a big problem.
  • Poor long-term results
Most experts claim now that simply eating less would help anybody lose weight, but of course, that is the hardest thing to ask a person to do when they are used to eating whatever they want.  
The use of appetite suppressant drugs is rather popular because they seem to achieve very fast short term weight reductions. However the long-term results are usually poor, if no behavioral change takes place.
  • Tolerance and misuse
Not too many people know that most appetite suppressant medication is very similar to amphetamines. What's the point- there is a major risk of tolerance and misuse of these drugs. Every user should be strictly restricted to short-term medication (6-12 weeks), combined with change of eating behavior, exercise and behavioral therapy.  
  • Short-term side effects
Possible short-term side effects include:
    • a dry mouth
    • irritability
    • blurred vision
    • stomach upset
    •  a raise of heart rate and blood pressure  
Most appetite suppressant drugs were withdrawn from the market after severe side-effects had occurred!
  • Inefficacy
For example- pyruvate is an ingredient found in a variety of different weight loss products and it is often represented as being a natural alternative to prescription diet pills it acts as a muscle builder as well as aiding in weight loss. Studies however have shown very little improvement in weight.

Contraindications

These medications and supplements should be avoid in a case of history of anxiety disorder, heart problems, high blood pressure, glaucoma, thyroid disorders, epilepsy or antidepressant medication with MAO-inhibitors (MAOI). Any use of appetite suppressant medication during pregnancy or nursing should be avoided.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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