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Do The Risk of Weight Loss Medications Outweigh the Benefits?

There are many drugs in the market for weight loss. Patients from all walks of life come to clinics in search of  medication which is going to make them thinner without any effort. No exercise, no dieting. It seems like the perfect and obvious choice. But is it? What about the side effects of these medications? Would it do more harm than good?

10 Minute Exercises Done 3 times a Week to Reduce Heart Disease

Research shows that doing as little as 3 half-hour sprint exercise sessions per week had the same beneficial effect on cardiovascular health as 5 hour-long exercises. Each sprint session consisted of sprinting for 30 seconds up to 6 times. This was interspersed with a 4.5 minute rest interval. The outcome of this study may help address the time concerns of busy individuals who need a short exercise routine to help them become healthier. The biggest problem with most people when it comes to exercise, is a lack of time.

Can Drugs Ever Provide Long Lasting Weight Loss

Fat blocking drugs have become a favorite with a lot of people seeking effortless weight loss. Apparently the Food and Drug Administration has started investigating Alli and Xenical, which are two popular weight loss drugs. Alli is an over the counter weight loss drug which is approved by the FDA. Xenical on the other hand is a prescription strength version of the fat blocking drug with twice the potency of Alli. Both drugs  apparently facilitate weight loss by inhibiting the intestine’s ability to absorb fat.

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) – The Battle with Weight Loss

This is a useful educational topic for women. Symptoms of PCOS include irregular periods, acne, unwanted hair growth, infertility and difficulty in losing weight.

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) – The Battle With Weight Loss

This is the second part of the PCOS story for women. In the first article Polcystic Ovarian Syndrome – The Battle With Weight Loss, it was also explained what PCOS was, the symptoms of PCOS and risks of PCOS.  This article will elaborate further on the diagnosis and management of this syndrome.