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by Parag Sheth, Par

As the clamour for Alli continues to grow, there is some concern that many people are forgetting the basic of using any medical treatment, whether prescribed or not. Non more so than the slimming industry is the rush for new products more headstrong, with many customers not even bothering to read the instructions fully. As with ANY type of medical treatment, it is essential that they understand how the product works, any potential side effects and treat the safety advice with the respect it deserves.

To get the best out of any treatment, you need to understand and respect what is happening inside your body. A number of factors need to be considered when buying and using Alli weight loss pills, including :-

Safety Information

· It is vital that you purchase your pills from a well known and trusted stockist, whether this be online or a retail outlet. The slimming industry is riddled with "get rich quick" schemes, and copy cat medicines which have duped millions of dollars out of unsuspecting customers. As a rule of thumb, if the price looks "too good to be true" it probably is - do you homework first.

· Dosage. While Alli is a reduced dosage variation of the prescription drug Orlistat, all customers need to respect the dosage advice. Under use of the treatment will show no meaningful effect, although abuse of the dosage recommendation may result in unnecessary increased discomfort.

· Weight loss. As the clamour for the stick like figure continues for many ladies and gentleman around the world (most often in the modelling industry) it is essential that Alli is used for valid weight loss conditions. It is not a way for wafer thin models to stay thin, and should only be taken where weight loss is required.

· While the drug has been tested vigorously, and is backed by the GlaxoSmithkline pharmaceutical giant, there may be situations whereby unrecorded side effects may occur e.g. when other medicine is being taken at the same time, or there is an existing undiagnosed condition. Any reactions or strange side effects should be reported immediately.

Side Effects

The potentially uncomfortable, but not serious side effects which may occur with Alli have been well documented. They relate specifically to the drugs ability to supress the absorption of fatty acids into the body, and the disposal of unused dietary elements. Some users may experience some of the following side effects :-

· Oily stools. As the Alli weight loss pill reduces the production of an enzyme in the intestine, which converts fatty dietary elements into fatty acids, some fat from digested food may not be processed. As a result the body will find a way to release basic fat content from the body, usually excreted naturally. Due to the nature of the left over substances, stools can often appear oily and emit an unfortunate odour.

· Flatulence. Another means by which the body has been known to release unwanted waste is by flatulence. While this is a totally natural and harmless release, it can prove potentially embarrassing and uncomfortable as the customer may not have full control of their bowels at all times.

· Vitamin deficiency. Even though Alli is specifically structured to take out the fatty content of dietary intake, some vitamins may consist of fatty content, which may not be absorbed into the body. It is therefore recommended that while using taking Alli, the user also takes a daily dose of vitamin tablets.

While the oily stools and flatulence are slightly unfortunate side effects, they can be controlled by reducing the dietary fat content to somewhere in the region of 15 grams per meal.

Conclusion

We are currently living in a world where over 65% percent of American adults are either overweight or clinically obese. The problem is now spreading quickly throughout the rest of the world, with both developing and developed countries showing increased obesity problems. Not only is this putting a massive strain on the medical profession, but there are increased health issues including possible heart attacks, diabetes, depression and bone / joint troubles.

While Alli will have an immediate impact on its own, it is strongly advised that people using the medication also reduce the fat content of their diet (thereby reducing the oily stools and flatulence issues), and take in more physical exercise. Not only will these changes impact on the weight and fitness of the person involved, they have been shown to improve their disposition and outlook on life.

While Orlistat is actually traded under a number of different names which include Xenical, Alli and Tetrahydrolipstatin there are many common issues, benefits and side effects between them all. However, unlike many traditional dietary treatments such as drugs which suppress the appetite, gastric bands, and other surgical treatments, Orlistat has very few significant negative side effects, in fact many have noticed a number of positive side effects which will be covered in more detail.

In order to appreciate any side effects the user needs to understand exactly how the treatment works, described in a manner which they can understand, rather than blinding them with science. In layman's terms Orlistat works by physically reducing the amount of the lipstatin enzyme produced by the body. This enzyme is the body's natural way of converting fatty food into fatty acid, which can then be absorbed into the body. By reducing the production of the enzyme the untreated fatty content is passed straight out of the body. Less fat intake means reduced fat content in the body, which means more fat will be burnt off than added to the body - i.e. weight loss!

Orlistat Side Effects

Negative Side Effects of Orlistat

When Orlistat, or any of the other variations available are used in conjunction with light exercise and an improved diet, the results will be even more impressive. However, as you would expect with any treatment which reduces the intake of food into the body, this untreated food needs to go some where. This is where one of the major areas of side effects come in to play. Bowel related side effects can include :-

? loose or oily stools

? increased flatulence

? sudden unexpected bowel movements

While at first glance these side effects may look a little uncomfortable and potentially embarrassing, they are not really serious side effects. Doctors have also found that patients who also look to reduce the content of fatty food in their diet will be able to reduce the effects of the side effects - and those willing to increase their exercise program will see even more benefits.

As the body, and patient, adapt to these feelings associated with the treatment, both the user and the body will become more comfortable and the effects will reduce over time. Many patients have found it beneficial to take a selection of simple vitamins to top up any weak points in their diet.

Positive Side Effects of Orlistat

Perhaps one of the main side effects of Orlistat which is overlooked by many is the potential to lift that dark cloud of depression and anxiety from which many millions around the world suffer, mainly as a result (and because of) their weight situation. Depression is often a condition which is ridiculed by those unaware of its power and the sufferer is often mocked the longer the condition goes on.

When considering the full impact of anxiety and depression around the world, these conditions are probably to blame for millions of lost working hours, and a large part of government health budgets (whether directly or indirectly). Imagine the potential change of thought and outlook on life when an obese person is able to exercise again, live again and begin to get back to normality. For many of these sufferers the vicious circle of anxiety, depression and comfort eating has remained unbroken for years - becoming a ?normal? way of life.

Research has shown that when a person feels good about themselves, they are less likely to suffer from depression or anxiety, thereby increasing their own standards of living. The knock on effect to family, friends and the work place often goes unnoticed as well.

While there was talk of a potential increase in the chances of breast cancer for Orlistat users, further trials and tests have shown that Orlistat in its many forms has the potential to actual stem the growth of breast tumours, thereby allowing more time for the condition to be discovered. It must be noted that these particular issues only occurred in a small number of trialists.

The Risks in Taking Orlistat

As mentioned above, the risks of using Orlistat (or Alli with a reduced over the counter dosage) are minimal, mainly because there is no surgical procedure and no suppressing of the need for food. The process is a simple and straight forward - reduce the amount of fatty acid absorbed into the body which will reduce the level of fat retained by the body - simple!

It would be foolish to say that there are no risks what so ever with a new treatment, because the treatment may not work as well for all potential users. This is why a visit to your doctor for a check up is vital, even if it is just to put your mind at rest.

The main risk with any dietary treatment is the risk of putting on the weight you lost, as and when you stop the treatment. As with any dietary treatment it is essential that you make changes to your dietary habits, and also introduce a program of light exercise. Orlistat will immediately reduce your fat intake by 30% and instigate weight loss after a very short period of time, but as with any treatment, the rest is really up to the patient.

Conclusion

There is no doubt that Orlistat, and especially Alli with its over the counter approval, is set to change the whole landscape of the dietary industry - an industry which has often been blighted by conmen and broken promises. The fact that the US Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) approved the treatment in its many forms, should result in fast track approval for many other countries around the world.

Early reports are suggesting that the over the counter treatment, Alli, is literally ?flying off? the shelves with customers desperate to see if it really does work. The over the counter treatment has opened up a whole new market for the drug, a market populated by people who were either unable or unwilling to visit their doctors. They now have the chance to begin a new phase of their lives, a phase which may well lead them on to bigger and better things.

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