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by Answerbag Staff on December 15th, 2009

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Do diet drugs work?

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  • by John William Dye on December 15th, 2009

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    On One Hand: Actual Weight Loss

    Both prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) diet drugs can produce real results. Prescription drugs containing sibutramine, diethylpropion, or phentermine suppress your appetite, and those containing orlistat prevent the body from digesting fat. OTC diet drugs suppress your appetite and increase your metabolism with ephedra and caffeine. People may lose anywhere between five and 20 pounds using diet drugs.

    On the Other: Lifestyle is a Factor

    The problem with all diet drugs is that your body becomes immune to their effects after about six months. Continued use is dangerous and will not result in further weight loss. If you haven't established healthy habits by that time, then you'll probably re-gain all the weight you lost. You must maintain a careful diet and exercise in order to lose weight and keep it off. Drugs can help, but their effects are limited and temporary.

    Bottom Line

    Internet ads and late-night infomercials make outrageous claims about their products. Some even say that you can lose 30 pounds in as many days. These "miracle drugs" are unregulated and untested. The FDA considers them food products rather than actual drugs. Serious prescription drugs and select OTC pills can help you lose weight temporarily. But to keep off the weight, you must make healthy decisions about your lifestyle, including diet and exercise.

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    Prescription Diet & Weight Loss Pills

    Obesity drug stirs hope, hype

    Diet Pills: It's Still Buyer Beware - Science News

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