(EMAILWIRE.COM, January 19, 2010 ) New York, NY - As America becomes more and more overweight, concerns about obesity and treatment are growing. More and more people are becoming self-conscious about their bodies, and turning to the drug companies for a magic pill solution. Does a magic pill really exist, and if it does is it really the best solution to Americas growing obesity issues?
Weight loss drugs may sound like a dream come true, but rarely are diet drugs effective without serious side effects. In-fact many doctors will not even consider prescribing prescription diet pills until the patient has proven to have tried alternative routes to getting their weight off.
Back in the 1990s drug cocktails were all the rage. Mix two prescription drugs, and experience massive weight loss. Remember "phen-phen"? Now in 2010 the only drug that is still being prescribed is phentermine, and it does not come without consequences. Shivering, throwing up, and increased heart rate are all potential side effects of all major diet drugs.
The natural inclination of an individual who is looking to lose weight, after hearing this, is to look to herbal solutions. Before spending all your money on fad diets or that late night TV Bowflex commercial consider this. 70% of all Americans who have lost more than 40lbs and kept the weight off did not use a herbal, or prescription weight loss program long term.
That leaves only the one thing we americans try so hard to avoid - exercise. If you are seriously overweight, and your BMI says so, its a good idea to visit your doctor. The most commonly prescribed medications are phentermine, duromine, adipex, and xenical. However these alone will not keep you thin long term, you need to go to the gym and stay motivated.
Always remember, the commercial your watching for the latest weight loss craze was paid for by someone. If someone is paying large amounts of money to get you to buy an inexpensive product, its very likely its a sham. Keep your eyes open, and your feet inside the gym. Diet Pills are a crutch, and a good one to start with, but don't fall prey to the magic pill fantasies.
