 Losing Weight With a Little Help Oftentimes you’ll hear (usually from those with naturally high metabolism) that losing weight and staying slim is simply a matter of will power and discipline. True, getting regular exercise and maintaining a low calorie diet are always the first measures you should take when attempting to get your weight under control, but depending on your body’s chemistry, your efforts may be in vain without additional aid. Acomplia, an appetite suppressor, can help aid in dieting, while drugs like Diet Pro and Metformin improve the way your body handles the food you do take in (i.e. carbohydrates and sugars) to promote weight loss. These drugs are also commonly prescribed to reduce the risks of heart disease and type II diabetes. The benefits and effects of these weight loss aids are summarized below: Acomplia Acomplia (Rimonabant) is a weight loss aid that has recently been approved in the U.K., making it the first selective CB1 receptor blocker to be approved in the world. It is designed for treatment of obese and overweight patients, especially those with other risk factors, such as dyslipidaemia or type 2 diabetes. Who should take Acomplia? Acomplia should be used in conjunction with a low calorie diet and exercise for patients who are clinically obese (having a BMI in excess of 30) or overweight BMI in excess of 27). Acomplia is particularly beneficial for those with poor blood lipid profiles or a history of heart disease, as Acomplia has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Additionally, Acomplia may be used as an aid in fighting addiction to tobacco, opiates and cocaine, though it has not yet been licensed to be prescribed for such purposes. However, Acomplia has proven effective in preventing weight gain in former smokers. How does Acomplia work? Acomplia is an inverse agonist for the cannaboid receptor CB1 receptor blocker—meaning it suppresses the appetite by inhibiting hunger signals to the brain. What are possible side effects of Acomplia? The most frequently occurring side effects include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting and dizziness. Less commonly, patients reported side effects such as depression and higher blood pressure. Where is Acomplia available? Acomplia was approved for use in the U.K. in July 2006 and is now available in 0ver 38 coutnries. Acomplia is available in 20mg tablets and is also known as Zimulti. Acomplia can be purchased from IAS today please click here for further information Diet Pro Diet Pro is a supplement designed to aid in the prevention of the negative effects of dietary carbohydrates found in grains, starches and sugars. Who should take Diet Pro? Diet Pro should be taken by those that desire the benefits of a low carbohydrate diet. Taken as a supplement before every meal, Diet Pro slows the absorption of carbohydrates from food, thus mimicking the effects of a low-carb diet. How does Diet Pro work? Diet Pro contains advanced nutrients which have been proven to support healthy glucose and lipid levels, improve glucose oxidation and protect the pancreas. These nutrients affect your body in a similar way as a low carbohydrate diet by reducing blood sugar and insulin levels. Low blood sugar and insulin levels prevent your body from triggering the process that begins storing fat. What are possible side effects of Diet Pro? No side effects have been reported from use of Diet Pro. Where is Diet Pro available? IAS supply high quality Diet Pro please click here please click here for further information Metformin Metformin, commonly prescribed to treat type 2 diabetes, can also be used to aid obese and overweight patients. Metformin has been proven to reduce cardiovascular complications associated with diabetes and also reduces LDL (bad cholesterol) and triglyceride levels. Who should take Metformin? Metformin is best suited to overweight or obese patients with type 2 diabetes and normal kidney function. How does Metformin work? Studies show that Metformin reduces hepatic gluconeogenesis but also decreases absorption of glucose from the stomach and increases insulin sensitivity via an increase of peripheral utilization of glucose. This is beneficial as it stimulates the hepatic enzyme AMP-activated protein kinase, which serves to aid metabolism of fats and glucose. What are possible side effects of Metformin? Some patients experience diarrhea, cramps, nausea or vomiting. In very rare cases, patients suffer from lactic acidosis, though this only occurs in those with impaired kidney or liver function. Where is Metformin available? Metformin is available from IAS please click here for further information | 
