The Truth About Diet Pills

Fat Burners

• What it promises: To increase metabolism, causing the body to consume more amounts of energy.
• Does it deliver? Most fat burners contain stimulants that speed up heart rate, which does boost metabolism. However, weight loss still depend on a person’s calorie intake and exercise routine.
• Side effects: As with stimulants like caffeine, large doses can cause nausea, palpitations, and insomnia.

Expert says: Exercise is still the number 1 metabolism-booster. To really effectively burn fat, watch a calorie intake and invest in at least 30 minutes of active movement everyday.

Fat Blockers

• What it promises: To minimize the effects of fatty intake by preventing the body from fully absorbing carbohydrates.
• Does it deliver? There have been no clinical affirmations that fat blockers work. Although some people claim fat blockers are effective, there is no guarantee of effectiveness or safety.
• Side effects: Because fat blockers stop the breakdown of nutrients, they also block the passage of vitamins and minerals that go with the food we eat.
• Expert says: Fat is a normal component of food. The most effective way to block avoid fatty foods. A balanced diet focusing on proteins, fruits and vegetables is recommended.

To pop a pill or not?

Unfortunately, there is no shortcut  to a better body. A healthy lifestyle, proper diet and regularly exercise are still the way to go. If you are interested in taking diet pills, be informed. Reading labels and visiting a doctor are some steps to assure you of the product’s reliability. Even pills that safely fight the fat will not keep it off for good. In fact, a experts say any product promising instant  changes in physical appearance merits caution  and is most likely a scam.