Alli Weight Loss

In recent weeks I’ve heard a lot of buzz about pills like the Alli weight loss pill. According to the manufacturer this pill this pill makes it easier to lose weight because it reduces the absorption of fat into your body. Since fat has twice the calories of protein, if you focus on a low calorie diet you can dramatically reduce the number of calories you intake by using this pill.

Even with this supposed magic weight loss cure, I’m not convinced that this is ever something I’d try. I have never used pills to lose weight or stay in shape. I take a multi vitamin (when I can remember), and occasionally eat a protein bar after a work out. This has worked just fine for me since I started losing weight back in April, however with the winter upon us I’ve found it increasingly difficult to lose weight. I’ve been stuck at around 230 lbs for well over a month now and I’m ready to take off the weight.

I know it is gross to talk about, but I have looked into some of the side effects. Since the fat isn’t properly digested this results in it coming out less digested in the end. From what I’ve read the side effects can include:

• Gas with an oily discharge
• Diarrhea
• More frequent bowel movements
• Hard-to-control bowel movements

This sounds unappealing to me, but then again everything has a number of side effects. I wish I knew the chance of getting these things. It could be near 100% since maybe this is just how the pill works. For now I’m going to stick to my weight loss the good old fashioned way, by eating less and exercising more. Even if I just maintain my wight over the winter I know there will be an opportunity to lose weight again in the spring.