Weight Loss Pills
February 26, 2009
Pop a pill and lose weight. What more could you ask for? However, there is a lot of uncertainty clouding around these pills. If you are confused about what these pills are capable of, then read on to find out more about them.
What are they made up of?
These pills can have natural ingredients as well as homeopathic elixirs. Some others have caffeine and also other stimulants.
What types of these pills are available?
Usually, these pills are of two types. One is the Placebos. These are nothing but chalk or sugar. The other is Ma Huang or Ephedra type. It is based on Ephedrine, which is a drug almost same as amphetamine.
If you are in the US, it is legal for you to carry it in small amounts; however, if you are in the UK, you can end up behind bars for selling this drug.
Several side effects are associated with it, such as heart palpitations, insomnia, vomiting, miscarriages, strokes, kidney failures and heart attacks.
What care can I take when using these magic pills?
If you are using natural ones, then you should be careful if the natural ingredients are safe enough. Not everything natural is always safe.
Consult your local pharmacist if you are confused about the safety of these pills.
You should avoid these pills altogether if you suffer from high blood pressure, prostrate or thyroid problems, irregularity in heart rate or some mental illness.
If you get pregnant then stop these pills. Some of these pills have caffeine and caffeine is associated with miscarriages.
If you have tartrazine or sulfites allergy, then keep away from these pills.
Always take the whole pill, avoid crushing it.
Do not exceed the recommended dosage. It will only put you at an increased risk of serious side effects.
When you take these pills, your pulse should be no more than 86.
These pills will increase your trips to the bathroom, so keep yourself well hydrated.
These pills are safe for only approximately 16 weeks so stop using them after this time.
These pills can cause some serious side effects besides other health problems. Therefore, always exercise caution before taking them. And remember that there is no alternative to regular exercise and proper balanced diet.
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