Weight Loss Medications; Are They Effective Against Syndrome X?

Weight Loss Medications are for a very limited group of obese people. Most candidates for prescription weight loss medications are those suffering from Metabolic Syndrome or otherwise referred to as, Syndrome X. All three popular weight loss medications are moderately effective only when taken in conjunction with improved diet and exercise and also there can be associated dangers of diet pills. Weight loss medications are not for those individuals looking for a quick fix diet or crash diet.

Prescription weight loss medications or diet pills not only have unwanted side effects but also their effectiveness may level off (weight loss plateau) after initial weight loss. Some weight loss medications may be used for up to a year while other weight loss medications are only safe for 6-12 weeks.

If a person still has to diet, exercise, and deal with troublesome side effects from these weight loss medications, then why take them?
Doctor prescribed weight loss medications are for obese people who have developed serious health concerns. Major health concerns related to obesity are: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, breathing problems, sleep disorders, common arthritis, and some forms of cancer. Other health concerns linked to obesity are psychological problems such as: poor self-esteem, loneliness, depression, and excessive overeating. Weight loss medications along with a weight loss diet plan and exercise can help an obese person lose enough weight to thwart some of the obese-derived ailments.

Are obese people the only ones who should worry about weight gain?
"Overweight adolescents often become overweight adults, with an increased risk for a wide variety of poor health outcomes including diabetes, stroke, heart disease, arthritis and certain cancers." (childstats.gov) A well balanced diet and exercise is the safest and ultimately most effective way to lose weight permanently for children, teens, and adults. The incidence of obese children is at an all time high in America.

Hypothyroidism can be one of the causes of weight gain. Another cause of weight gain is overeating or emotional eating. It is also important to avoid starvation diets, as they actually slow down weight loss.

How do I know if I am obese and should take weight loss medications?
If you think that you may be obese please consult your physician since there could be serious health risks associated with obesity. Weight loss medications and diet pills should be taken under the supervision of a doctor. A Body Mass Index (BMI) in the range of 30 to 40 is considered obese. A Body Mass Index (BMI) of 40 or more is considered morbidly obese.

Is there any other alternative to the prescribed weight loss medications? Is there something for people who want to lose weight but are not obese?
Yes! Since there are often unwanted side effects associated with most of the prescribed weight loss medications, many people are turning to alternative therapies for treatment. VÄXA's New Homeopathic Medicinal for Weight Loss, B-T Plus, works for anyone looking to lose weight. It restores your body's own ability to control weight, thus allowing weight to be lost the way nature intended it. B-T Plus works effectively to safely "tune-up" the body's metabolic control centers. The ingredients in this homeopathic medicinal formula supports the body's abilities to: