Weight loss supplements harm the body

Thursday, July 14th, 2005

Found an interesting article at Med India about supplements containing ephedra and guarana. Here is an excerpt:
A study conducted by University of California-San Francisco has published that weight loss supplements containing ephedra and guarana changes the cardiovascular system by increasing heart beat rate and blood pressure. It also has negative influence on glucose […]

Xenadrine weight loss claims false

Wednesday, July 13th, 2005

From The Washington Times:
The Federal Trade Commission has accused RTC Research & Development LLC of making false weight loss claims for its dietary supplement Xenadrine EFX.
The FTC said advertisements for the Xenadrine EFX falsely claimed it produced rapid and substantial weight and fat loss without the need for either diet or exercise. The ads […]