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Dangerous Dieting: Using Diuretics & Laxatives to Lose Weight

While there are some highly effective ways of losing weight and keeping it off, there are also some very dangerous methods. Two of those unsafe techniques would be the use of diuretics and laxatives. Neither product is made as a tool for losing weight, and users (and their bodies) can quickly become addicted to them. While some people may see a slight decrease in the number on the scales, diuretics and laxatives generally offer more harmful effects than good.
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Add comment July 2nd, 2008

Healthy Weight Loss

Losing weight is most effectively done with a healthy plan and realistic goals. Diet and exercise also play a major role in how much you will lose. You need to become familiar with calories, especially how many you need to consume each day, and recording each consumed food’s amount of calories is important. Also, plenty of water needs to be taken in to stay hydrated, especially since its better for you body than other beverages.
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1 comment June 20th, 2008

Rapid Weight Loss

When attempting to lose weight, it is essential to set a healthy, attainable weight goal. Losing weight too quickly can have more negative effects on your body than just being overweight and/or obese have. Rapid weight loss can affect your muscles and other organs, and could lead to a potential shutdown of your metabolism. Below are some healthy guidelines to healthy weight loss, and what could happen if you expect to shed too many pounds in a small period of time.
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1 comment June 20th, 2008

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