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Saturday, November 22, 2008

A New Kind of Diet Pill

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I can honestly say - for now at least - I've heard / seen it all!

There is a diet pill, just for women, that apparently can change more than your weight. This amazing bit of chemical technology not only helps you slim down, it can increase your bust size and improve your libido. All with just 2-3 pills, a couple of times a day.

Frankly, I used to wonder - looking at those before-and-after photos - how women managed to lose inches everywhere, while their bust got bigger. Not just bigger, either, these bustlines were - for lack of a better word - 'perkier', too!

Guess they knew something that I just learned - you can (apparently) do both!

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Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Weight Loss Advice

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I've been writing about weight loss pills quite a bit lately. In the beginning, because I was researching ways to lose weight. More recently, because I found that there are some questionable sites out there, masquerading as help.

My suggestion would be to read - carefully - the information provided on any website. Ideally, it should be objective and unbiased. For me, alarms go off when I read recommendations that people of a certain weight should take weight loss pills. Many times this advice isn't coming from medical professionals; nor does it include advice to consult with a physician before starting any drastic weight loss program.

The sites that say - This is what this pill claims. This is what it contains. This is what customers have experienced. These are the known side effects and risks. - give me confidence that they aren't trying to push me in any particular direction.

Any site which states, for example, that you should take Hoodia - without any additional information on contraindications and the need for medical consultations isn't doing their job. Individuals with diabetes, high blood pressure, a bleeding or clotting disorder, or an eating disorder are strongly advised to see their physician before taking this supplement.

Any site which insists broadly "our products work" - strikes me as less than honest and reliable. Many items do work, for some people; many items don't work, for some people. If the site that you're exploring doesn't mention that - clearly and plainly - question their motives.

Me? I'm taking a good long look at my diet and activity levels. Still haven't found a pill that doesn't make me a little nervous.


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Sunday, October 05, 2008

Finding the Right Way to Lose Weight

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Those of you who faithfully read my musings know that I am battling a changed metabolism and reduced activity level - in other words, I've put on weight in the last few years.

I recently managed to lose a few pounds, which I am thrilled about. But I still need to shed a few more, as well as think about getting more (okay, some) regular exercise. Which leads me to the point of this post.....

Using diet pills is not a - pardon the pun - magic pill to fix bad eating habits and inactivity. Or, even more importantly, to 'cure' physical problems that contribute to weight gain - such as thyroid or other metabolic issues.

Some of the detox-type options are intriguing. I know that, being a smoker and living near 2 major roadways, my system is undoubtedly full of toxins. Ideally, I'd quit smoking and move to the country.

Realistically, I should quit smoking, eat organic foods, vacuum more often, bathe the cat, and keep my air filters cleaner. Oh, and exercise.

Where was that detox pill again?!


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Sunday, August 03, 2008

Weight Loss Product

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It's very easy to find a weight loss product in the stores or on the Internet. But how do you know if the product works or, more importantly, if it's safe?

Well, that's an easier question to answer than you might think. There are websites that have taken all of the work out of choosing the best diet pill.

Simply go online and read the reviews. Learn what works, what is just hype, and what might be risky to your health. In my case, I have blood sugar and blood pressure issues that make it very important for me to know exactly what I'm putting in my system.

Thankfully, I don't have to take unnecessary chances anymore. And neither do you.


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Saturday, April 05, 2008

Weight Loss

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I never thought I'd have to worry about weight loss. Then, I turned 47 and - boom! None of my clothes, which were previously too big, fit anymore.

Being a fairly lazy person, I took my weight for granted. After all, I had weighed the same 125-130lbs., not counting pregnancy weight, for over 20 years. At 6-feet tall, I was happily thin with a metabolism that let me eat whatever I wanted and never think twice.

Admittedly, I don't eat three-squares-a-day and never really have. This may account for a seriously slowed metabolism and the subsequently enlarged abdomen and hips. My body refuses to burn calories, since I'm not putting back in enough to keep it going.

Guess it's time to rethink my diet and exercise non-regime. In the words of my favorite red-headed singer/sitcom mom - "Crap!!"

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