Natural Obesity Remedies
Natural Obesity Remedies
By Vicki Salemi
Eat less, move more. Sounds simple enough, right? If it was, there wouldn't be over 25.6 percent of adults being obese in America as of 2007, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease and Control Prevention's Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. While a low calorie diet and exercise program are on the right track for weight loss, several low cal diets may not contain adequate amounts of vitamins and minerals to aid in this endeavor. Here are several natural obesity remedies which should help people lose weight in conjunction with a reduced calorie diet and exercise regimen.
7-KETO
This by-product of DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) has demonstrated its effect on weight loss. For instance, in 1999 study participants were told to exercise three times each week for 45 minutes and to restrict their caloric intake to 1,800 calories per day. The result? Participants who received 100 mg of 7-Keto two times each day lost six pounds after 8 weeks. Lisa Nelson, RD, LN of eNutritionServices.com explains, "It's believed the weight loss is related to an increase in a thyroid hormone (T3), which affects metabolic rate."
5-HTP
Since 5-HTP is a precursor for serotonin and elevated serotonin levels are known to suppress the appetite, it's been known as an aid to weight loss. For instance, in a double-blind trial without dietary restrictions, obese people with type 2 diabetes who took 750 mg of 5-HTP per day for two weeks significantly decreased their carbohydrate and fat intake. The result? Average weight loss was 4.6 pounds. The placebo group lost an average of .2 pounds.
Glucomannan
Known as a water-soluble polysaccharide that is considered a dietary fiber, this supplement keeps blood sugar levels normal and keeps you satisfied longer. For example, in one controlled trial 2 to 3 grams/day were effective in a group of obese teens. In another trial, overweight adults lost weight with 3 to 4 grams/day with or without a low calorie diet. "This soluble fiber absorbs up to 200 times its weight in water," adds Poluha.
Pyruvate
"Pyruvate plays a biochemical role in the body, specifically within the Kreb's cycle (glucose metabolism) and gluconeogenesis," says Nelson. "Anywhere from 6 to 30 grams/day may be effective, according to limited studies." For instance, one studied showed that pyruvate supplements of 22 to 44 grams/day enhanced weight loss and reduced body fat in overweight adults consuming a low fat diet.
HMB
HMB is in essence a metabolite for leucine and essential fatty acid. "If someone is deficient of leucine (rare), then they may benefit from the supplement," explains dietician Lisa Nelson. While she indicates 3 g/day is needed in combination with resistance training, in accordance to one study, it's not as effective as other vitamins. Double-blind research shows that this supplement may only be effective when combined with an exercise program for people who are not highly trained athletes. One study showed that 70 year-old adults participating in a strength-training program for the first time who took 3 grams of HMB per day increased the amount of body fat lost.
L-carnitine
This amino acid packs a one-two punch when it comes to fat metabolism. The 4-1-1: in normal cells carnitine is required to transport fatty acids during the breakdown of lipids (fats) to generate energy. Most recently, the supplement, L-carnitine has been marketed as a weight loss product. For example, in a preliminary study of overweight teens in a diet and exercise program, participants who ingested 1,000 mg of L-carnitine each day for three months lost significantly more weight than the placebo group.
HCA
Also known as hydroxycitric acid, which is extracted from the find of Garcinia cambogia fruit from Southeast Asia, this supplement has demonstrated in the laboratory to reduce the conversion of carbs into stored fat by inhibiting specific enzyme processes. "It can also depress the appetite and induce weight loss," says Annamaria Poluha, nutritionist and founder of Breathe Bloom Blossom, a nutrition, exercise, and wellness program.
Fiber
"Fiber is the best supplement," notes Poluha. In fact, several studies have demonstrated when fiber supplements are combined with a low-calorie diet, weight loss has been accelerated. "The recommendation is 25 30 grams/day. It slows down the emptying of food in the stomach and makes us feel full longer." The recommendation is to start out slow by adding 5 10 grams/day. "Most people don't get more than 10 15 grams/day in their normal daily diet."
Calcium
Sure, we know that calcium builds strong bones but what you may not know is the recommendation of 1,000 1,200 mg/day for men and 1,000 1,500 mg/day per women on average depending on their age, will serve as a natural obesity cure, too. "Calcium plays a crucial role in how fat is stored and broken down," says Poluha. "The higher the amount of calcium there is in cell, the more fat will be burned." Nelson adds, "With added vitamin C, zinc, and magnesium, calcium will be better absorbed."
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Jjpalazzini 03:10:30 PM Aug 20 2008
Its the same hype over and over and over again. This sort of deceptive journalism caters to the desperation of obese people and accomplishes nothing more than to get them to spend more money on snake oil. The fact is very simple. Any diet that promises you weight loss simply by taking a pill, or vitamins and supplements or whatever, violates the second law of thermodynamics, and is a scientific impossibility. When more goes in than comes out, you get fat. Its a 4 million year old evolutionary, genetic "program" that human beings will never overcome by taking a pill.
DISCUSDOC 01:28:10 PM Aug 18 2008
The effectiveness of these supplements is highly questionable. This story is misleading and gives people the false idea that all they have to do to lose weight is to take a few supplements. They will waste a lot of money and lose little or no weight.People in the National Weight Registryâ a data base of people who lost an average of 50 pounds and kept it off for an average of 2-5 yearsâ were successful because they exercised an average of 1 hour a day, ate more vegetables,fruits, and whole grains, and cut down on calorie intake.Our genes are programmed to conserve energy. That's why it's so difficult to lose weight.
Parainfo 11:52:48 AM Aug 18 2008
I have been using a product Vitalgest for cleaning small intestine to absorb nutrients better. I'm told it is different than a cleanser that goes only to the large intestine. Anyway, after about two weeks, I thought I was loosing a little weight. As I watched, I have gradually lost a full dress size over 3 months -- no dieting. My doctor said it is probably because my body is now getting the nutrients I need and is not continually looking for food to fill those needs.
Sleepdogco 07:44:40 AM Aug 18 2008
Always consult a Doctor or professional nutritionist. 5 small meals a day works, however, make sure the last meal is at least 4 hours before you go to bed. I consulted a nutritionist 4 years ago who analyzed my blood and put together a list of foods that would create fuel for my body and not create more hunger. Each persons body is different and you need to find out what works for you.
FPHERJ48 02:56:56 PM Aug 17 2008
I can re-confirm the info on GNC. The people who work at these reatil satores are there to squeeze as much money (NOT pounds) out of every customer that they can. Just go to a GNC and "listen" to them. No matter what you are looking for or what you decide to buy........they try to push you to buy: The BIGGER size, 2 of the same instead of one, their "Gold Card," which costs money and gives you a discount only on specific days of the month, supplements you don't want, but they'll tell you YOU MUST HAVE THEM to work with what you want to buy, and they push push push MULTIPLE VITAMINS. They learn how to sound like experts in the nutritional field and most of what they tell you is total B U N K !! Stay away from GNC. Buy your products from web-sites such as, Wonder Labs or through a Rep with Market America (they have isotonic supplements) or any reputable company that has been in this industry for years and years. Do your own research on supplements and shop from home where ther
Dickn2000b 02:42:42 PM Aug 17 2008
Now wait a freakin' minute here... The title of the article is Natural Obesity Remedies so I zeroed in on the operative word "Natural." But it seems that the author of this little farce believes that "Natural" means taking chemicals, pillls to lose weight. Pills and chemicals aren't natural. They're MAN MADE!! Natural means something created by NATURE!! not man. I'll tell you what this guts needs is a natural high colonic.
ItaliaForza55 01:43:03 PM Aug 17 2008
first of all..again i hafta say, never buy from GNC. the work staff is 95% of the time wrong about everything they tell you. they push the items with the most commission (muscle tech, bsn, etc..) and most of the time have the flip the bottle over to read what is in the products and try to sound smart. hydroxycut hardcore is ok..it is not the best. the best places to get everything you need and get tons of help that you wouldn't get in a store..go to bodybuilding.com or anabolicminds.com they have a great staff and also forums in which you can talk to other people. the problem with diet pills such as hydroxycut hardcore is that you will lose weight but you are also going to loose muscle mass. there are not alot of anti-catabolic protectants in the formula. the 3 diet aids that i would suggest is an EC stack (ephedra and caffeine), Leviathin Reloaded /DCP stack, or ALRI Tri-Lean Stack. u might say how are you going to get ephedra..and you can buy it at your local CVS in a medication cal
