WEIGHT LOSS & WEIGHT LOSS SUPPLEMENTS
August 17th, 2008 -- Posted in weight loss, weight loss supplements | No Comments »
Obesity in North America is the highest it has ever been and continues to rise. The number of over weight children and teens is at an all time high. Obesity is a major cause of death today and plays a role in hypertension, diabetes, heart problems just to mention a few. It isn’t any wonder “weight loss and weight loss supplements” are two of the highest searched phrases on the internet today.
Seeking and finding a good weight loss program and/or product is difficult because there are so many to choose from. Too name a few there’s LA weight loss, Herbalife, Atkins Diet, and Weight Watchers. To add to the mix there are diet pills and diet supplements, and all of them claiming weight loss, which one should you choose? Let me introduce you to the arena of weight loss and weight loss supplements.
Years ago if you wanted to augment your weight loss program with a pill you had to get a prescription from your family doctor. Now these pills worked but with dangerous side effects. They caused rapid heart rate and were very addictive.
Enter the WEIGHT LOSS SUPPLEMENT. Thousands of questions are fired off to healthcare professionals on a yearly basis asking about supplements. There are thousands of these products on the market all claiming to cause weight loss. We are inundated with information about such products in magazines, T.V., radio and even in our e-mail. Weight loss is obtainable by decreasing your calorie intake and exercising on a consistent basis, however if you feel the necessity to augment your program with a supplement then my best advise is to research the product fully before you order. Look into the ingredients and assess just exactly what each component does and how it will affect you. Talk to your physician before taking any diet pill or supplement.
Weight loss supplements that contained Ephedra, a stimulant, were banned a few years back but now are back on the market. Ephedra with caffeine formulas are reported to work best, however with some individuals, their own health issues may put them at risk should they take such a supplement. The media caused quite a stir when Ephedra was removed from the market place, to bad they don’t do the same for some prescription drugs for weight loss.
Chitosan is 100% natural and acts as a fiber. It is reported to bind to fat molecules in the digestive tract preventing the body from absorbing excess fat. More research is needed to determine the effectiveness of chitosan. (www.allstarhelath.com/weight_loss_supplements.aspx)
Typically weight loss is recommended when your BMI is greater than 30. Also if you suffer from high blood pressure or heart disease all the better to lose some weight. Losing weight requires a plan of action, commitment, determination, patience, and the ability to follow and achieve a daily and weekly weight loss goal. Let’s face it it’s not rocket science however you do need a plan of action. To put it in simple terms it is not taking in more calories then your body can use. There isn’t a magic pill out there anywhere and I’m sure if I could find one I’d be a billionaire. Weight loss is not easy and like the game of solitaire is played by you alone. You must be honest with yourself and realistic about your goals. You did not become overweight overnight and you are NOT going to lose it overnight.
Weight loss supplements can aid you in your program. Many of these products contain ingredients to help curb your appetite, have mild mood enhancers, and components that help absorb fat. Here are a few key ingredients to look for in your search for a good weight loss supplement.
- Chromium: a natural fat burner
- ATP: a source of energy for our body. The mitochondria in our cells use it to fuel the cells.
- Cassie: a glucose stabilizer.
- Gymnemia: a feel good mood stabilizer
- 5-HTTP: enhances serotonin, makes us feel better,
- helps reduce sugar cravings.
- Evodiamine: a natural energy enhancer.
You may also look for supplements containing vitamins that your body requires. These are only a few ingredients there are many, many others such as Ephedra, Hoodia, (both stimulants) and Chitosan . Remember, investigate and find the one that is right for you and consult with your doctor before taking any medications.
Weight loss as I said is sometimes not easy and that is where weight loss supplements can assist you in achieving your ideal goal weight. While you are traveling down this road, remember that this is not just a weight loss program but a healthy lifestyle change for the better. Weight loss and weigh loss supplements go hand in hand to help you achieve your goal, and once there you will feel so much better, healthier and more fit, the likelihood of returning to your old eating habits are slim to none
Author:
Lynn Law RN RDMS
www.banitrim.com