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  • With obesity levels on the rise and millions of Americans overweight, many people have turned to dietary supplements, like Hydroxycut, to help with their weight loss goals. Some of these supplements, however, carry a number of side effects.

    Function

    Hydroxycut has been touted by dietary supplement companies to aid in the weight loss process, burn body fat and increase energy levels.

    Considerations

    Hydroxycut comes with a number of minor side effects like increased blood pressure, tendency for nose bleeds, vision blurring, acne outbreak, restlessness and hyperactivity, loss of appetite, increased heart rate, headaches, lightheadedness, dizziness, insomnia, nausea and upset stomach.

    Potential

    Serious side effects have also been reported with the use of Hydroxycut, including jaundice, liver damage, abnormal liver enzyme levels, cardiovascular disease and even death.

    Significance

    In May 2009, the Food and Drug Administration initiated a recall on all Hydroxycut products from stores and asked consumers to stop using the product because of concerns over the side effects associated with its use.

    Warning

    Since its recall, Hydroxycut has been reintroduced to the market after removing ephedra from its ingredients list. However, its new formula still carries a number of serious side effects with it use.

    Source:

    U.S. Food and Drug Administration

    Nutritional Supplement Bible

    Body Building For You.com

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