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Weight Loss Supplements – Do they Help?
I’m always struggling and always looking for any help at all. I know that there aren’t any quick fixes in the world of weight loss, but are there options that can alleviate the “pain”? It’s also difficult for me to get the proper nutrients when eating a healthful diet or not. Can I possibly get nutritional supplements and weight loss supplements all in one pill?
I assume that not too many studies on the effectiveness of weight loss supplements have been completed yet – but, there are tons of these types of products on the market – all claiming that they will enhance your rate of weight loss exponentially. How can I know if they actually work? And, then even if they don’t necessarily make a significant difference in the rate or amount of weight loss – but they make a big difference psychologically – isn’t that just as important when trying to lose weight? The psychology of weight loss plays a considerable role in how successful the diet will be.
This is my next quest – find a well-balanced dietary supplement that could help with my weight loss. I think it’s possible and I must do my due diligence to find the right supplement. A friend of mine has a site that offers all types of natural health supplements – I will start my search there. Any suggestions or recommendations are welcomed and appreciated.
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about 4 years ago
Hey there. I enjoy reading your blog. Keep up the good job!
about 4 years ago
i think they help but they may not be for everyone. some of them can make u feel less hungry and fill u with energy, but the best way to lose weight is naturally through proper diet and rigorous exercise.
~Stacey
about 4 years ago
I think that you are smart to take vitamin supplements if you are not eating enough in your diet. I don’t know about “weight loss supplements”….the dramatic “10lbs in a week” claims are enough tto make me suspicious and they all seem to make you feel anxious and jumpy.
The best I have heard of recently is Alli…however, it hasn’t been out long.
I agree with you about the “power of placebo” effect. Sometimes it is just as important ot your progress as the actual pill!
Good luck.
about 4 years ago
Hello I am the owner of http://www.fitness-nutrition-plan.com and I have seen too many people think taking a weight loss supplement as the easy way out. The truth is most of them just reduce your hunger. You can get the same effects from drinking the required amount of water you need daily. They may help you lose weight but once you get off the pills it goes right back on you. The only way to lose weight and keep it off in a healthy way is diet and exercise. There is no other way
about 4 years ago
Resveratrol can help you to lead a long and healthy life so says Dr. Oz.
Resveratrol Supplements can help you control your weight naturally
by increasing energy, reducing cravings, and limiting your appetite.
According to Wikipedia, Consumer Lab, an independent dietary
supplement and over the counter products evaluation organization,
published a report on 13 November 2007 on the popular resveratrol
supplements. The organization reported that there exists a wide range
in quality, dose, and price among the 13 resveratrol products
evaluated. The actual amount of resveratrol contained in the
different brands range from 2.2mg for Revatrol, which claimed to have
400mg of “Red Wine Grape Complex”, to 500mg for Biotivia.com Transmax,
which is consistent with the amount claimed on the product’s label.
Prices per 100mg of resveratrol ranged from less than $.30 for
products made by Biotivia.com, jarrow, and country life, to a high of
$45.27 for the Revatrol brand. None of the products tested were found
to have significant levels of heavy metals or other contaminants.
about 4 years ago
What helps in my opinion is a physical activity.
Do your exercises and you will be in shape
about 4 years ago
pills and tablets dont work. you cant substitute old fashion hard work and exercise. i was taking tablets and lost nothing. once i started doing simple things like taking the stairs for work. i lost weight. hard work pays.
about 4 years ago
from what i know, weight loss supplement is changing your appetite towards thing that u eat. and it also will effects your hormone. my advise is have a healthy lifestyle, keep exercising and you will be in shape..
about 4 years ago
agreed with some of the postings here..some might help for some..but not all…good luck!
about 4 years ago
I’d say that it depends on the specifics of your case. Consulting with a specialist might be a good way to find out what could work for you. Websites usually promise the earth and the moon, but the results are likely to be slightly, umm…less than what they promise.
about 4 years ago
The best way to know is to consult a specialist. Always choose to eat the right, balanced and healthy foods.
about 4 years ago
Alright so as for weight loss supplements they may work but for the most part I just simply don’t trust half the stuff that is in them. The only supplement that I would really recommend is a multi vitamin. The rest is up to healthy eating and good ol’ exercise.
about 4 years ago
It’s always good to consult an expert to check if the pill is right for your body.
about 4 years ago
It’s always the same, impossible question….lose weight without pain…i think it’s everything relative, what’s the pain for you? if it’s about eating some good hamburgers once a week, well you know better avoid these things, but i think that the solution is the “moderate diet” as i call it: a bit of everything in the reasonable measure, nothing more but nothing less.
about 4 years ago
I dont know how effective weight loss supplements are but i do know is that different chinese teas, like wulong do help you loose weight by speeding up your metabolism. At least chinese tea are a natural way of weight loss
about 4 years ago
I dont think that any weight loss supplements really work. If they did, everyone would be using them.
about 4 years ago
I would stay away from the stimulant type supplements, they are not a long term solution.
Supplements that have positive research behind them include Vitamin D, Fish Oil, Green Tea, Calcium and CLA.
about 4 years ago
I would say that eating smaller meals more frequently is the best method. It helps fight off the cravings and keeps you metabolism going.
about 4 years ago
The best way to know is to consult a specialist. It will best for you.
about 4 years ago
I’m a 41 year old male who is in very good shape started taking Longevinex resveratrol in winter at 300mg/ a day (three 100mg capsules) I didn’t notice anything until about the 7th day and saw a 5 lb weight loss over the next few days. It stunned me a little since I was only taking it for overall health benefits and not weight loss or the extra energy I felt. A friend also noticed the same thing. A woman I know who is thin noticed no weight loss.
There will likely be more news about this in coming weeks. It might be a good idea to wait, but serious weight loss pills , maybe resveratrol, maybe others, are coming.
about 4 years ago
ahh the eternal question…
about 4 years ago
ive had luck with some, no luck with others
but if i am not eating clean, running and lifting weights, im not losing any weight anyway.
about 4 years ago
I dont think that any weight loss supplements really work. If they did, everyone would be using them.
about 4 years ago
I find your blog boring,I don’t think you are telling the truth.
about 4 years ago
I think that they don’t really work….I think the only real way to lose weight is to eat better and exercise.
about 3 years ago
yes, lots of exercise and a balanced diet. take note: balance diet and not food deprivation.
about 3 years ago
It’s hard to find one pill that can do everything. I have found that healthy diet, exercise, yearly colon cleanse, and a one a day vitamin supplement works best for me. I know it isn’t anything special the hard part is just doing it for months without seeing any results but once you do and have patience its great!
about 3 years ago
i think they definitely can help, but usually dont solve the problemma. hence the term supplement
-Jenni
about 3 years ago
Your site looks great! I found your blog via Google while searching for victoria’s secrets and your post regarding Loss Supplements – Do they Help? – Lose Weight – Diet Program Review: FatLadySingz.com looks very interesting to me. I have seen many other so-called sites and they have been far from good quality.Your site has all the key ingredients to pulling in visitors.
about 3 years ago
Great stuff. Just make sure the pills you take are in FDA safe lists. There are to many supplements pills now days. Check my weight loss site for more insight of slimming pills.
Thanks and nice read.
about 3 years ago
Yes, I do believe that weight-loss supplements are helpful. I have a friend who lost 40 kg in 2 months with the help of a similar supplement. I think it was a nutritional yeast vegetarian support formula. I was willing to try this supplement too, but I think I better ask my doctor about it first.
about 3 years ago
Im going to be completely honest here – i personally think that theres no real reason why people can’t just learn to maintain a balanced diet and get a little exercise (even if it is a walk around the block).
Weight loss supplements (whether they are proven to work or not) are simply a quick and easy method, a method that (lets face) will only solve the problem for a short period of time. The best idea is to go for the long term option!
about 3 years ago
Your information is confusing, may be you need more information.
about 3 years ago
Well, it sounds really exciting for me!
about 3 years ago
When taking diet pills make sure the pills you take are in FDA safe lists. You may want to try some tea diets. One I can recommend is the WuYi Tea Diet. It helps fight off the cravings and keeps you metabolism going. If you’re looking for more info on the diet teas, check out the link above.
Best of luck.
about 3 years ago
you say: “I assume that not too many studies on the effectiveness of weight loss ”
i tink that have studies but we have to learn more about this
about 3 years ago
Its relative. I mean for some people it might just work right for some it wont. The thing is some people rely only on pills and this is where the problem is. Diet patterns are equally important.
about 3 years ago
I have to agree with what Alli said. Too many people rely on just a pill alone to help them lose weight. Sure, a pill can help you lose a few minor pounds but if you are wanting to lose anything more then 4 pounds, you are going to need to both exercise and eat healthy.
Keeping on track, eating smaller meals more frequently and staying motivated are the keys to success.
about 3 years ago
Its really a matter of how many risks you want to take. Obviously the lowest risk weight loss plan is to eat less and exercise more. If you want to use pills, the more effective the pill, the more adverse it usually is to your health and your wallet!
about 3 years ago
Weight loss pills are dangerous because they are not FDA approved in most cases. Losing weight comes from one simple thing… hard work. Until someone can show me how to put hard work in a pill I will stay far far away.
about 3 years ago
The thing about weight loss is that, it really does come down the individual and what works for each person. Everyone is different out there, so if suppliments might help one person they might not help the next.
So at the end of the day each person who wants to become healthier, they need to try diferent things before they make up their mind.
Supplements such as Akavar have helped me in the past, and it has also helped a lot of my friends.. You cant knock things like supplements until you try them.
about 3 years ago
When I went to the gym, I spoke to trainer about weight loss and all. Anyway, we got to the topic of weight loss supplements. Anyway he told me how important exercise, a good diet and clean living was. (I guess he didn’t like me telling him the big night I had).
One of the good tips he mentioned was drinking less. I guess that was a no brainer.
Anyway, the point he was trying to make is that it all comes to motivation. If you are motivated enough you will do everything to help you lose weight.
You probably know that after I heard this, I walked out. I realized that he didn’t know what it was to try and lose weight.
about 3 years ago
I totally agree with weight loss. Too many people rely on just a pill alone to help them lose weight. Sure, a pill can help you lose a few minor pounds but if you are wanting to lose anything more then 4 pounds, you are going to need to both exercise and eat healthy. Going to the gym ,Yes does help but don’t leave it half way through as you tend to need more control with diet if you do.
Committment should be your watch word, eating smaller meals more frequently and staying focused overall is key to success here.Won’t that mean a lot of savings being done as well. Cutting down on those junks.
about 3 years ago
There may be supplements out there that work but there not for everyone. Good nutrition is the answer.
about 3 years ago
I find if you start with the simple things and work up you’re going to find losing weight a whole lot easier in the long run. Just buy wulong tea and drink the tea instead of your normal fruit juice or sugary drink and the weight will start to fall off. You can then start to think about diet, exercise, etc. Small steps…
about 3 years ago
Do a review, or two, before you buy. Actually there are pills that work, even many of them are don’t.
So please read reviews carefully, before ou decide. Anyway, some of weight loss drugs approved by FDA, isn’t it a sign that they work?
about 3 years ago
I think Diet Supplements should be taken in the case when people dont find time to follow strict exercise regime. Always look for natural ingredient base diet pill
about 3 years ago
Nah diet supplement only do small help in your weight loss. The best supplement is appetite suppressant pills, but you don’t need this if you have strong will power in your mind. Exercise and Diet are the one that playing the game.
about 3 years ago
Weight loss suppliments helps but depending upon how and what you took too. Good doctor can advice you better IMO
about 3 years ago
Great article, I’m going to subscribe to your blog. Thanks for the insight
about 3 years ago
well ofcourse they work. Hoodia gordonii is one of the best products on the market.
about 3 years ago
All I can say is buyer beware. There are so many scammy diet pill companies out there saying you will lose weight quick if you just take their pill. Most of it is just a load of BS. There are a few decent brands out there. My personal favorite has always been hydroxycut because they have solid ingredients that are backed up by research. Most of these other diet pills don’t and yet claim that their new scientifically proven ingredient will make you lose weight quick. Yeah yeah whatever, sell it to some other sucker.
about 3 years ago
Supplements are exactly that – supplements. Meant to be taken in addition to proper diet and regular exercise. With that said, there are many bogus supplements out there, so best to research before choosing any specific one. Google is your friend
Have you tried any before?
about 3 years ago
CLA and Green Tea have always helped in my weight loss programs.
about 3 years ago
I’ve reviewed some of these supplements–most weight loss pills are a waste of money–they only slim your wallet.
about 3 years ago
It’s well known that the weight loss category is a multibillion dollar business. It’s unregulated, claims don’t have to be substantiated, and people take things that a normal diet gives them anyway.
That being said, there are particular supplements, they can be used in a good way to augment a healthy lifestyle. Vitamin C, and vitamin B. complex are a few that come to mind.
The key is to do your own research. Know why you want to use it and make sure you’re using it for the right reasons.
about 3 years ago
I don’t think there’s any supplement that can replace a nutritionally balanced diet and exercise…. Some of them are downright scary!
about 3 years ago
Haha StrongandFit, so true. The only way to lose weight fast and effective (and long term) are exercises and healthy food
about 3 years ago
No matter what weight loss pills you take, exercise will ALWAYS improve your results. Supplements seem to help me with my energy though, which makes exercising easier.
about 3 years ago
Well said, finally a good report on this stuff
about 3 years ago
Resveratrol – recently featured on Oprah – I think it’s a pretty good supplement for diet, plus extra good benefits such as Anti-cancer and improve cardiovascular.
about 3 years ago
I found your blog on google and read a few of your other posts. I just added you to my Google News Reader. Keep up the good work. Look forward to reading more articles from you in the future.
- Jack
about 3 years ago
I think weight loss supplements can help but small percentage though based from my friend’s experience.
about 3 years ago
Hello. Great job. I did not expect this… This is a great story. Thanks!
about 2 years ago
Need to be very careful, I’d consult a doctor before heavily relying on any type of weight loss supplement or any other dietary measure… better safe than sorry.
about 2 years ago
I think many diet plans are suggestive, and only we exercises some for a certain time, we’ll know whether it will help us losing weight.
about 2 years ago
I think we should take supplements to help us losing weight. Just in case we do not have a good habit in consuming our meal
about 2 years ago
you can start by having a diet and exercise daily…
about 2 years ago
I have tried so many things to lose weight. I have been successful with some and not so much with others. I have had to find a balance in diet and working out. I also have researched a lot of different products to help. The most natural and most efficient that I have found so far is maakoa. It is a great weight loss protein to take daily to help shed the pounds.
about 2 years ago
You made some good points there,I did a search on the topic and found most people do agree with you.
about 2 years ago
Apple Cider Vinegar – Touted as a fat burner, this supposed diet supplement is not as helpful as you are being led to believe! There are much better options when it comes to losing a few pounds.
about 2 years ago
No matter what weight loss pills you take, exercise will ALWAYS improve your results. Supplements seem to help me with my energy though, which makes exercising easier.
about 2 years ago
On the news recently the reports are suggesting that too much weight can have a big bearing on rates of people getting diabetes.
about 2 years ago
the supplement is a great way to loss weight if a person don’t want to do hard work like exercise and all. i have here great site that can help a million of people who have struggling and suffering in their weight.. try visit this one http://www.freeweightlossprogramsite.com its free, it helped me a lot, im sure it’ll help you too..
about 2 years ago
many people thinks that natural herbal dies doesnot have any side effects and also very useful for weight loss.
natural weight loss supplements
about 2 years ago
Another Popular weight loss tea is Fei Yan Slimming Tea. Many have reported good results from using it and as a result it is especially popular in the UK
about 2 years ago
There are some teas that are very popular for weight loss, perhaps you have heard of them ? One is Feiyan Tea and the other is Wulong Tea. Do a search in Google and you will find lot’s of info on both including testimonials from many as to the results they achieved from drinking these teas.
Hope it helps
about 2 years ago
Resveratrol is the only thing that has helped me to lose weight. It’s a fantastic product.
about 2 years ago
Green Tea Weight Loss Diets Are Great When weight is an issue in your life, you need to find a way to to lose weight as safely as possible. Â Most people want fast results, and while that can happen, it is better to achieve consistent weight loss over quick weight loss any day.
about 2 years ago
Obesity is now so common, that it has replaced malnutrition as the most important dietary contributor to poor health. This time we can trust weight loss supplements. But it reduces some calories in our body. Its true………….
about 2 years ago
Really great article, particularly the part about how psychology plays a factor in weight loss. Have you tried getting into a diet plan? I’ve coupled that with an exercise routine and it’s working. I also started a site on how to loose at loose weight quick. Check it out if you have some time.
about 2 years ago
Sorry that site again, is http://www.looseweightquicknow.com. My mistake.
about 2 years ago
I think and firmly believe using supplements to lose weight does give you and added advantage.
about 2 years ago
Hello and thanks for posting your blog. Weight loss is something I have a huge concern about. I really like the way you think as yes weight loss is deeply mixed with our emotions. I don’t know much about supliments as I don’t like taking things like that. Because of my disability I have to take enough other pills. I find that just having a very healthy diet and exersice are the best. The site I use which I call y smart diet is great. It teaches you what foods to eat to increase your motabilism and which ones to avoid. It also has a lot of really simple fast recipes. http://www.hubpages.com/hub/smart-diets
about 2 years ago
Resveratrol is a great all round supplement. Great for weight loss. Also great to prevent heart disease.
about 2 years ago
Vitamin supplements act as a fuel that empowers the body, assisting in the regular functions of the body and boosting the body’s immunity to many diseases. The ailments that many elderly experience such as high blood pressure and low blood pressure can be managed or eliminated with a vitamin supplements regiment. Middle aged individuals who suffer from these ailments show signs of malnutrition and can eliminate the issue with vitamin supplements.
about 2 years ago
In college I was really slim but after giving birth to my first child, Emma, I started gaining weight. I was really sad but I managed to actually lose weight and I’m sharing my story at http://hubpages.com/hub/Ways-To-Lose-Weight-Now if anyone wants to read.
Have a good day
/Sarah Yeh
about 2 years ago
yes i am also little confuse because of weight problem is the very big problem. i try many products but we have to control on fat food. without control on fat food we can’t loss weight.
about 2 years ago
well i aways try this stuff and i have to say oolong tea is quite good, its worth a try. It suppressed my appetite. I was also doing some strange exercise too that Cheryl Cole does called hypoxi see http://www.hypoxizone.net and i have to say i dropped a dress size
about 2 years ago
When paired with an exercise regimen weightloss supplements can be very helpful, their affect will be greatly diminished if they are taken and there is no increase in activity.
about 2 years ago
There is nothing more rewarding then loosing that weight the old fashion way which is through working out opposed to using diet products.
about 2 years ago
Hey guys i am just trying this treatment and will let you know how i get on all the celebrities are going crazy for this!
about 2 years ago
The key to proper weight loss is active lifestyle, right diet and a good safe diet pill. Simply taking pills will not bring the results.
about 2 years ago
In addition to wine, resveratrol is also found in grape skins, blueberries, cranberries and other plants, and recent animal and in vitro studies indicate that it can have a positive effect on helping to maintain healthy cholesterol levels, supporting insulin health and optimizing metabolic and immune pathways that protect cells and improve mitochondrial function.
about 2 years ago
Weight loss is not as easy as some of the weight loss manufacturers claim, but there are some good products out there. One that we like at the moment is Tava Tea, only recently released but is fairly impressive. Promises to be better than green tea because it contains organically grown Sencha, Oolong and Puerh.
about 2 years ago
I’d have to say that, from personal experience, that weight loss supplements do work! but not if you just sitting at home and eating them. They must be done in conjunction with working out and a healthy diet. Most people say they dont work because they take them and dont do anything! Give them a try, i’m sure u’ll be more than satisfied.
about 1 year ago
I have tried a few weight loss supplements, but for me they did not help at all. One time it even seemed that I did not lose weight, but even gain extra weight, I am not sure what was the reason of that. I basically support trying some diets that suits best for each person. For me helped low carb diet, and I still use it when it happen to gain me extra weight.
about 1 year ago
I think if you are working out, that you really need good vitamins. Vit B complex is one (stress vitamin), Resveratol – great for anti-aging- and fish oils. A good fish oil – EPA-DHA 720 is what I take. Also how is your Vitamin D3? Did you have a blood test done? It will show up on your blood test. If you live up north – you definately need Vit D3 5000 units. Vit D3 is a “happy feeling” vitamin! Watching your carbs, and making sure that you have plenty of good proteins for breakfast will really help. Another idea is to eat something about every 3 hours. Break up your meals into at least 6 meals a day. If you get hunger pangs – you’re not eating enough food!
about 2 months ago
Weight loss supplements do work to a certain extent. They consist of too many side effects and what not. I will not recommend anyone attempting to lose weight to try those supplements until they got their diets in check