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Hoodia: Does this dietary supplement help weight loss?
Hoodia manufacturers claim the supplement controls appetite, but where's the evidence to back up these claims?
Phentermine for weight loss
Phentermine, a prescription medication, can help with weight loss when combined with diet and exercise.
Do cortisol blockers aid weight loss?
Cortisol blockers claim to help with weight loss, but do they deliver? The evidence is slim at best.
Bitter orange weight-loss supplements: Do they work?
Bitter orange is in some weight-loss supplements. It acts like a stimulant, which sounds promising but has risks.
Ear stapling for weight loss: Does it work?
Ear stapling isn't an effective weight-loss strategy.
Protein shakes: Good for weight loss?
Protein shakes aren't a magic bullet for weight loss. Here's why.
Coconut oil for weight loss: Does it work?
Coconut oil is touted as a weight-loss aid. However, the science isn't clear, and simply adding coconut oil to your diet isn't likely to help you lose weight.
Prescription weight-loss drugs
Considering weight-loss drugs? Could one of them help you?
Weight-loss surgery: Is it an option for you?
Weight-loss surgery is one part of a treatment plan for weight loss. Learn about the criteria and what is expected of you.
Alli weight-loss pill: Does it work?
Alli is an over-the-counter weight-loss pill that keeps your body from absorbing all of the fat in food. Learn about the drug's benefits and side effects.
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