Looking to Lose Weight? Here are Some Herbal Remedies and Supplements that May Help That!
Weight loss seems to be the one thing
every single person on the planet is talking about! And it’s not just people
are talking – they are also looking for easy ways to lose all the extra body
fat by taking various pills, drinks, shakes, etc.
While all
nutritionists and doctors will tell you the best way to lose weight is to start
watching your diet /changing your diet from unhealthy, fast food and candy
based to cooked meals, dark whole grain bread and veggies/ and start working
out, being impatient is one of the traits of human nature which is why we are
always looking for an easy way out.
Some of the
products out there are pretty unhealthy and definitely not helpful, while there
are others that may just help a bit. These products are based on herbs and
while they don’t have a medical research background, many who have consummated
them are extremely happy with the results.
Aloe
You probably use
the term “aloe vera” as most of the people out there. This is a plant related
to cactus. Herbal weight-loss products feature oral forms of aloe vera. Pay
attention to the label and you’ll see most of the weight-loss products related
to aloe vera marked as "internal cleansers." Unfortunately for all of
the weight loss enthusiasts, aloe supplements aren’t effective for permanent
weight loss. Taking oral aloe can lead to side effects such as electrolyte
disturbances, diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and decreases in potassium. This is
why we would always advise taking oral aloe in moderation as it is likely
unsafe.
5-hydroxytryptophan
(5-HTP)
You’ll probably
find 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is found in some over-the-counter weight loss
formulas. At a certain point, this extract from a West African plant seed has
become popular among people trying to lose weight and little they know that it
contains an ingredient that is linked to a rare and potentially deadly blood
disorder. And, even though it is out there on the market, studies show that it
has not been proven to be an effective weight-loss agent. Experts say it should
be avoided until more is known.
Chitosan
This dietary
supplement is made from chitin. Chitin is a starch found in the skeleton of
crab, shrimp, crab and other shellfish which is why there is a concern that
people with allergies to shellfish may develop allergic to chitosan too.
Chitosan is a herbal supplement that will help weight loss, although in a small
amount. It works by binding with fat in fatty foods. Then, it moves those fats
through the digestive tract, and passes them out of the body in bowel
movements. Meaning, it “stops” the fat from being able to be absorbed.
If you implement
a calorie-restricted diet and take Chitosan, you may lose
weight. However, you may lose weight with a restricted diet only. If you take
Chitosan only, without watching what you eat – you won’t lose weight.
Pyruvate
During the
digestion of carbohydrates and proteins is when pyruvate
is formed in the body. Research shows that this herbal supplement may
potentially have an effect on helping you shed pounds. Pyruvate is in many
different types of foods, including cheese, red apples and red wine where it is
found in the form of pyruvic acid. Pyruvate appears to be safe.
However, talks of
its potency to decrease appetite, boost metabolism and aid in weight loss (for
sure) need further study.
Dandelion
Dandelion is a
natural diuretic. This means you will have the need to urinate more often than
you normally would and this is how it causes weight loss. The thing with
diuretics, however, isn’t that you are losing fat from your body but the extra
water. Dandelion potentially causes allergic reactions in many people.
Cascara
Cascara mostly
used as a laxative for constipation. Disturbances in electrolytes (such as
potassium and sodium) have been known to appear during the misuse of this herb.
Cascara is only marketed as a dietary supplement.
Regardless of
“helpful” herbal aids in weight loss, we’d always suggest eating in moderation,
working out, finding a vitamin shop online to get the
vitamins you need and you’ll see results in no time.
While most herbal
supplements will trick you into thinking you’ll lose weight more easy, thing is
– you won’t or will the results be really short. So, stick to a routine that
best fits your body and don’t rely much on weight loss stimulants.
5 komentar:
Usually I will cut down on white sugar and all sweet drinks and carbohydrates intake to cut down my weight.
Thank you very much..
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