Losing Weight By Herbal Remedies |
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Herbal RemediesRecent trends and interest have also led to a large market of herbal remedies designed to help a person lose weight. These natural products are available through health food stores, mall kiosks, Internet sales, weight-loss clinics, individual distributors, and drug stores. The Food and Drug Administration warns consumers about the harmful use of many of ,these products, as their safety and effectiveness have not been tested. Many herbal products contain an
amphetamine-like compound with potentially harmful stimulant effects
on the heart and central nervous system. Some of these products act
as diuretics (substances that increase urine production), thus
causing water weight loss. Others are promoted to increase metabolism
and decrease appetite. Products like these often can lead to
undesirable side effects like insomnia, irregular heartbeats,
tremors, headaches, irritability, and high blood pressure. There are
still other products that offer the benefit of helping consumers feel
satiated or full. These products tend to absorb fluids in the body,
make a person feel fuller, but in reality they have little
weight-loss benefit. Hot and spicy foods often are promoted as foods and spices that can help increase your metabolism (the rate at which calories are burned). Reports indicate that these foods do not increase your metabolism, but may just increase your desire to consume liquids because of their hot, spicy flavors. Herbs, over-the-counter medications, and prescription medications are all drugs with potential side effects. Some are tested for their safety, but long-term studies take time. Testing each and every one of them is not possible. Consumers need to be cautious of products they take and be more aware of possible health consequences that may result. |
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