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Are Diet Pills Safe?
We are increasingly turning to prescription medications to help us lose weight.
But are these drugs without risk? Some of these medications, including Meridia, Orlistat (Xenical), Alli,
dexfenfluramine, fenfluramine, diethylpropion, clobenzorek, fenproporek, and phemetrazine, can have
significant risk, including a risk of death from heart attack or primary pulmonary hypertension (PPH) [FULL ARTICLE]

How to Lose Weight the Natural Way
Most Americans are overweight and have been frustrated by not being able to lose weight or keep weight off with the latest diet book or fad. However, sustained weight loss can be obtained by following a few simple principles. [FULL ARTICLE]

Natural Herbs and Supplements for Weight Loss
Seven percent of Americans use non-prescription diet aids. You can pick up a packet of Ma Huang at the gas store to help you lose weight. But is it safe? [FULL ARTICLE]

Doug Bremner, MD, is a physician and researcher in Atlanta GA and author of Before You Take That Pill: Why the Drug Industry May be
Bad for Your Health: Risks and Side Effects You Won't Find on the Label of Commonly Prescribed Drugs, Vitamins and Supplements

Doug Bremner, MD, is a physician
and researcher in Atlanta GA
and author of Before You Take That Pill:
Why the Drug Industry May be
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