
Well im 13 and i dont like my weight xP
I gained weight due to stress and ct, anyway, i saw the Acai Pills my mom got, but never used..
So my question is, Do they work? Can i take them if im only 13?
Side affects?
Health problems from it?
If so, what can i do to lose weight? D:
No Stupid or rude comments please
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I take the liquid form. I do use the restroom more often, but have not seen any significant changes for two weeks in weight loss so far. I think it works well for certain individuals and not others, but it can get expensive if you don’t see results maybe after a month. I will continue for a couple more weeks and see, since I bought so much of it. Good luck, and no I don’t think it is bad for a 13 year old, but I would still consult your parents first.
The FDA does not regulate supplements. The only thing they do regulate is the marketing of these supplements. Acai berry cannot be marketed as a cure for anything or a relief for anything because it is a supplement.
The FDA doesn’t evaluate the safety of acai berry because it is a supplement.
Have I used it? Absolutely not! I lost weight by changing my diet to consist of healthy foods.
Millions of people used diet pills everyday hoping to lose weight without knowing the fact that diets pill could become a potential health risk to them. Americans spend a massive 50 billion dollars a year on diets and diet related products. We are being bombarded with commercials advertisements about fat blockers, carb cutters and appetite suppressants. Curiously with all these amazing pills on the market and billions of dollars spend by the consumers, why is it that American obesity problems are still in an epidemic proportions?
Most people believe that diet pills and supplements will solved their overweight problems overnight. To them taking diet pills are the only solution to a quick remedy. Diet pills come in many varieties marketed as appetite suppressants, carb blockers, fat blockers and metabolism boosters. The active component used in most diet pills are Ephedrine under the brand names Metabolife, MeTrim, Herbalife, Adiphen, Thermalean, Lipodrene, Zymax, Genicil, Patent Lean, Thermoslim, Ultra Lipo Lean, Trim Life, Hydroxy Cut, Xenadrine, Herbal Phen-Fen, Shapefast, Thermoburn, Thyro-slim, Trim Spa, Natural Trim, Thermo-Lift and many others. Acai berry is good for your overall health but was used as a weigth loss scam
Ephedrine is an alkaloid from the leaves of Ephededra equisetina, E. Sinica, and other species (family Gnetaceae). It is also called Ephedra & Ma Huang, the plant source for the Alkaloid ephedrine. Indigenous to China, India and parts of Southeast Asia. According to the FDA, products containing ephedrine extracts have caused hundreds of illnesses, including seizures, heart attacks, strokes and even death. They are amphetamine-like compounds with powerful and potentially lethal stimulant effects on the central nervous system and the heart. These compounds act as stimulants that can cause rapid or irregular heartbeats (heart arrhythmia). It dilates the bronchial muscles, contacts the nasal mucosa, raises the blood pressure and is a cardiac stimulant. Further these compounds often cause psychological side effects such as depression, nervousness, insomnia, and rapid heart rate. When taken in combination with caffeine, ephedrine can over-stimulate the central nervous system, leading to potentially life-threatening results.
To avoid using Ephedrine, many companies are now offering Ephedrine free supplements. Unfortunately they still have some of the same side effects as appetite suppressants such as Dexatrim and Acutrim, which can produce symptoms such as, increased heart rate, dizziness, high blood pressure, nausea, anxiety, irritability, insomnia, dry mouth and diarrhea.
There are many prescription diet pills on the market as well including the popular and most commonly prescribed prescription appetite suppressant Phentermine. It is sold under the brand names: Lon amine and Adipex. These supplements, like most others, suppress the appetite and stimulate the central nervous system. Keep in mind that each diet pill has its own set of potential side effects. Many, especially stimulant-based diet pills, are habit-forming and lend themselves to abuse. Abuse of these drugs may lead to psychological and/or physical dependence.
Often, people use diet aids to help suppress the appetite, block fat and carbs or to boost the metabolism. The problem with suppressing the appetite among other things are that appetite suppression leads to the consumption of fewer calories. It is a common misconception that consuming fewer calories lead to weight loss. When you consume too few calories, your metabolism actually slows down. As your metabolism slows, the amount of weight you lose also slows down. Eating too much or eating too little may have devastating effects on the body.
To lose weight safely and effectively in the long-term you have to consume actually a moderate amount of calories. Food provides the fuel your body needs to function properly and that includes your metabolism. Fat blockers like Xenical may have many harmful side effects such as oily spotting, anal leakage, intestinal cramping, gas with discharge, nausea, diarrhea, oily discharge, fecal urgency, loose and oily stools, fecal incontinence, frequent bowel movements, and inability to control bowels.
If you think that this is only an inconvenience rather than a health threat, consider this – whenever fat absorption is blocked, there are some likely discomforts and risks. Mainly, the essential vitamins, A, D, E, and K are “fat soluble” vitamins. It means that they are carried, along with fat, into the bloodstream. If you are limiting fat absorption, you cannot help but restrict absorption of these essential micro nutrients. They play a major role in metabolism, immune function, and overall health.
In recent studies it is noted that people who use fat blockers only end up blocking 30% of the fat they take in. Controlled studies have also proven that the difference in weight loss for fat blocker users and non-users is minis
I have been through it all and know what’s it about. The main thing is to stick in there. You can’t be an addict to food and never exercise if you want to live a healthy life and keep the weight off. I’ve worked out, done every diet, and all types of classes.
Nothing works, besides dedication and intelligence towards the subject of losing weight.
First, depending on how much weight you need to lose, your diet is the first concern. You can’t eat 10,000 calories a day and expect the weight to come off, even if you are exercising a lot. Which brings us to the next thing. Duh, Exercising…
This is a must especially if you need to a lot of weight. Get at least 30 mins of some good hardcore exercising. Do some cardio, in the long run, it’s good for the heart.
However, I find the most hardest part of losing weight/keeping it off, in my diet. It’s so hard to keep your fingers out of the cookie jar or those chocolate goodies. I’ve found a great addition to help any one out, it’s a natural weight loss supplement called Proactol. Now don’t get all crazy on me and say diet pills don’t work. That is true, but not in this case. This one isn’t meant to burn pounds while you sit on the couch. It’s an appetite suppressant, along with being a fat binder. I saved money on the pills at theweightlossplace.com along with getting some good info. It basically makes those fingers not go towards the cookie jar. For me it’s the best pill I’ve tried and I’ve tried cupboards full. Now this doesn’t mean you have to follow my foot steps but I’ve successfully lost roughly 70 pounds and keeping it off til this day.
Well good luck and remember what I said, Dedicate.