How much do you know about the diet pills that you are taking?

The interest of ‘diet’ in public is increasing as it is regarded as one of the best issue of the 20th century. Moreover, it is true that the standard of beauty among people in modern society has is slim and somewhat thinner body.

Regardless of such beauty concern, obesity has taken its place in the people today as a chronic disease. Those who haven’t practiced exercise and diet properly or were concerned of being overweight in spite of their effort choose an alternative way for their health.

People with certain level of fleshiness may have concerns about diet pills. Some do want to try; however, they are not sure whether it is safe to take. Those who are taking the pills do not even know what effects the diet pills have. Some recklessly distrust while other trust with all heart. Now, let’s take a closer look at the two types of diet pills that most people generally take.

The name of ingredient: Orlistat

This pill is considered as a remedy for obesity works on the digestive enzyme in the stomach tract to prevent the absorption of fat. The enzyme called Lipase changes fat into an absorbable form in the body, and this pill suppresses the function of Lipase. Eventually, the unabsorbed fat is excreted, thus, the weight can be reduced and maintained eventually.

When taking this pill, it is necessary to take vitamins. There are the water-soluble vitamins that are dissolved in water to be absorbed and the fat-soluble vitamins that don’t dissolved in water but with fat. The fat-soluble vitamins, such as Vitamin A, D, E, K, can be deficient in the body while taking this pill, thus, it is important to supplement such vitamins with vitamin pills.

Also, there may be side effects like excessive amounts of fats in the feces because fat is discharged through feces, frequent excrements, or fecal incontinence. Besides, there may be a stomach expansion, frequent farting, stomach trouble among others, as side effects of the pill.

The name of ingredient: sibutramine hydrochloride

This pill works to the neurotransmitters in the brain to signal the brain of satiety. It is applied to the central nervous system in the cerebrum to prevent the reuptake of the neurotransmitters like norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin. Such intervention creates a sense of satiety and helps reduce the amount of meal intake.

This pill has a side effect as it increases blood pressure, thus, one has to consult with a medical professional before intake. Besides, the intake of the pill with MAO inhibitor, a kind of anti depressant, the blood pressure may go up drastically, thus, if one has taken MAO inhibitor, he/she has to refer it first to a medical professional.

Except for the above side effects, thirst, headache, constipation, mouth dryness, sleeplessness, and so on may happen, and depending on a case, a severe headache or dizziness may occur. Therefore until fully comprehending one’s own physical responses against the pills after taking them, it is recommended not to use a complicated machine or device.

The above mentioned pills have to be prescribed by a medical professional, and along with the effectiveness of the pills there are great side effects as well. People can be dependant onto the pills; therefore, one has to take the exact amount upon prescription of a medical professional.

In addition, taking pills per se could not reduce your weight forever. It can cause temporary weight loss, but the weight will return due to Yoyo effect. For this reason, moderate amount of food intake accompanied with a proper exercise can lead to healthier weight management.

from: http://www.hidoc.co.kr/