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The Truth about Herbal Weight Loss Supplements

Natalie Aranda
2006-09-16

Perfect. We all strive to be this word, yet the majority of us will never reach this goal. With imperfections, flaws, and problems we try to cover up, we are never happy with our entire selves. For many women and men alike, weight loss supplements have changed attitudes and imperfections. Some of us are no longer hiding mirrors and hibernating during bathing suit season. Although these herbal weight loss supplements are the newest trend on the market, consumers do not realize that there is actual danger attached to these “perfect” pills.

When we hear the phrase “herbal supplement” we automatically think that it is okay for us to take. After all, it is herbal and natural usually means that it does not contain anything lethal. Or does it? We stay confident that it won’t kill us if it is provided in a health store or a pharmacy. Why would any company in their right mind sell them if they were treacherous to our bodies? Unfortunately, these “herbal supplements” are not always approved by the FDA. Many of these labels include warnings, stating that anxiety problems, and even seizures could occur if fat burners are consumed.

Most of these herbal “supplements” include Ephedrine and Senna. These are both supposed to increase metabolism, yet they actually can do more harm than good. For example, Senna contains a laxative that is highly addictive. When your body becomes reliant on a specific supplement, you will not be able to function without it. This could lead to major problems, and the damage is usually irreversible.

Although there are many weight loss supplements that do work, the side effects are the hazardous aspect that people are worried about. For instance, if you were to frequently take fat burners that contained appetite suppressants, chances are you would have trouble sleeping. You also would develop high blood pressure, and intense anxiety. Still not satisfied with the results? When consumers are determined to lose a certain amount of weight, they will do anything to speed up the process. Usually this means taking an extra dosage each day, or taking a few pills with every meal. Although this may sound like common sense to reach a goal, it actually could cost you your life. From seizures to death, herbal supplements don’t always mean that natural is healthy. After all, warnings are also written on the bottle for a reason.

If you are exercising and trying to lose weight healthily, there are alternatives to weight loss supplements. Instead of taking fat burners, it is smart to drink green tea. This is one alternative that actually works and is great for your body. Consumers love the fact that it not only tastes great, but it also speeds up your metabolism. Perhaps one day society will be open enough to accept people no matter how they look. For now, it is a sad thought to think that people actually go to these great lengths in order to look perfect.



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