The Dangers of Weight Loss Drugs

As the world's population continues to increase, the problem of obesity also increases; this situation is not only affecting adults but an increasing number of young people who are also succumbing to this modern day condition. Some people go to extreme lengths to change this situation for example with surgery; the most productive method is by exercising more frequently and changing what you eat. Of course if you are really in a hurry then you can always use weight loss medication to speed the process up.

These drugs usually work buy telling the brain it's no longer hungry, stimulating metabolism to aid the shedding of excess fat. Unfortunately for the manufacturers, it was found that incidence of heart valve disease were connected to the use of the weight control pills and were rapidly removed from the shelves. Of course the manufacturers did not give up that easily and new drugs were created, these drugs are still being prescribed even though the Federal Drug Administration has not yet approved them.

The chances are that if you asked enough people, someone will say they have used them and been happy with the results. The idea that a simple drug can change your body shape without the need to change the diet or sacrificing those pleasures in life can be very tempting. Many millions of dollars are spent each year in The United States alone whilst the drug manufacturers spend huge sums on further research into weight loss drugs.

Despite the advances in weight control pills there are still health problems, some of which people are sickness and diarrhea. You must check the packet carefully before you decide to use them because some of the other side effects can be even more harmful, like the possibility of a heart attack or even a stroke, with hallucinations, tremors, breathing problems and convulsions all recorded as side effects for users of these drugs.

It is always a good idea to see your doctor first before you take any course of drugs; this can lower the possibility of some side effects occurring, although this may depend on the genetic makeup of the person using them. Other problems may also occur when the pills are discontinued. The side effects experienced by users of weight loss pills can include noticeable mood swings, hyper-activity, stomach pains, insomnia, nightmares, severe irritability, extreme fatigue, depression, nausea, vomiting and trembling.

Many clinical tests will show that the weight loss drugs taken to reduce weight really work but this can only be done in conjunction with a low calorie diet and an exercise plan. A diet that is full of foods such as oats, rice, cereals, potatoes, vegetables and fruits contain a good supply of vitamins, minerals and essential fiber.

Of course this should always be combined with a good exercise routine which will use up excess calories and provide a good all round fitness workout. The most efficient exercise should be regular and contain a mixture of cardiovascular (walking, swimming etc.) and weight training using machines to build muscle, burn off excess calories and lose the extra pounds.


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How to Lose Weight Now - For Good!

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Although not at the top of every mothers list when her baby is born, how quickly she will lose weight after pregnancy and regain her figure does come a close second to the health of her new born child. The pressure is always on as every day there are pictures of some famous mother who has regained her figure within a few short months of giving birth. However, what they always fail to mention is just how much help celebrities receive to achieve their weight loss after pregnancy; the wealthy have with access to personal trainers, special equipment and of course, time.

There are things to make weight loss after pregnancy easier but these are not always available to the average new mom for at least the first few months, if at all. Besides at this point after the birth, a mother should be concentrating more on the health of her child and her own diet so she can feed her baby these days regaining her strength. A healthy diet means one that contains some fiber which should equal around two thousand calories a day; the main constituents of her daily diet should be:

*Fifty percent intake of carbohydrates
*Protein should be almost a third of daily intake
*10 percent fats

While this diet doesn't give a full one hundred percent, this is because everyone deserves a little luxury in their diet but not so much as to spoil the work you are doing to gain your old figure back. Although a new born child takes a great deal of care and time, it is still necessary for a mother to attempt some form of regular exercise which will also improve her metabolism and stamina. These activities will also provide the extra benefit of mood-elevation but moderation is the key; a new mother should enjoy the time spent exercising without the dread of it feeling like going to work.

It is best to start things relatively easily but do not expect that your weight loss after pregnancy as quickly as someone else as it is down to your own genetic makeup and how many pounds you gained during the pregnancy. It is generally understood that after giving birth most women's bodies make considerable adjustments; these adjustments can make losing excess pounds quite difficult. The surest way to lose weight after pregnancy is to maintain that healthy diet and exercise regime you have started so the weight comes off naturally and slowly.

Remember that your body gained fat slowly so you need to lose it the same way and any muscle tone that was lost will come back the same way through exercise; rapid weight loss can end up in rapid weight gain! The good news is that with a solid nutritional program and with moderate exercise, you can expect to lose the weight you gained during pregnancy within a reasonable time frame. This is possible for most new mothers although it must be remembered that some of the pounds are not likely to be shed while the breastfeeding continues.

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