Diet: Diet Pills Do they work? Are they safe?

Diet Pills are the fastest growing segment of the dietary supplement
industry. Sales of diet pills and related supplements have been
increasing 10 to 20 percent annually to the point where last year
they reached $2 billion. Considering the fact that 60% of the U.S.
population are overweight or obese, it’s no wonder that several of
us are looking for a way to drop extra pounds. Diet pill ads are
starting to pop up everywhere, particularly on the internet, but
before you go out and buy the latest greatest pill, do some
research.

HOW DO DIET PILLS WORK?
Most over the counter diet pills work by increasing your body’s
energy expenditure. One of the most common ingredients (caffeine)
raises your metabolism by increasing the breakdown of fatty acids
and therefore reducing appetite. This increase in energy and
decrease in appetite is a great combination for burning fat.