Remember -Weight loss is earned not purchased.
Before you spend money on products that promise fast and easy results, weigh the claims carefully. You might even consider contacting the USDA and the FDA directly for more information or if you have concerns.
Experts agree that the best way to lose weight is to eat fewer calories and increase your physical activity so you burn more energy. A reasonable goal is to lose about a pound a week. For most people, that means cutting about 500 calories a day from your diet, eating a variety of nutritious foods, and exercising regularly. Permanent weight loss happens with permanent lifestyle changes. Talk to your health care provider about a nutrition and exercise program suited to your lifestyle and metabolism.
Now let us see the red alert about all those Weight Loss claim scam. According to federal trade commission here are some of the alerts you can find in weight loss claims. These 12 tips will help you critique and evaluate weight loss claims and spot a scam before it’s too late:
1. New miraculous breakthrough
Turn and run the other direction when extravagant claims make the product sound too good to be true.
2. 100% safe diet
Just another attempt, trying to get you hooked with a meaningless phrase. Think of it this way – if there were no reason to doubt, why would they need to make this claim at all? Many products have been removed from the market due to safety issues, but not until too many lives were already destroyed or lost. Does ephedra ring a bell?
3. Lose weight forever
For weight loss to be permanent, it requires lifestyle changes. On-going maintenance is always a must.
4. Block the digestion and absorption of fat, carbs, or calories
Remind yourself that a little pill to curb cravings and suppress appetite just doesn't exist. There is no magic potion that will allow you to completely block the digestion and absorption of fat, carbs, or calories either. The majority of these over-the-counter products and "supplements" are scams with no supporting scientific research and thus a waste of your hard-earned money.
5. Money-back guarantee
It may make you feel safer to give the product a try, but realize that many companies do not follow through with this promise. You’re left holding an empty promise and an empty pocketbook.
6 Scientifically Proven! Doctor Endorsed
Where is the proof and how was the research conducted? Were people studied, or rodents? Were there 3 subjects in the study or 3,000? Has the research been published in a medical journal and reviewed by peers? A doctor of what profession? Or is the "professional" as purely fictitious as your weight loss will be? Be sure to check the details.
7. Lose weight with this miracle diet patch, cream or gel
You’ve heard it all before—"Apply and watch the fat melt away!" But truthfully, all that melts away is your hard earned money.
8. Finally, a weight loss formula for everyone
A diet that claims to be perfect for all is erroneous. One-size-fits-all just doesn’t work. Your lifestyle habits and health concerns are unique. That’s why experts’ helps you design your own personalized nutrition and exercise programs to suit your particular lifestyle needs.
9. Rapid weight loss: Lose 20 pounds in 2 weeks
Looking to lose weight rapidly for your high school reunion or wedding? Products that safely produce lightning-fast weight loss just don’t exist. A weight loss of 1-2 pounds per week is the safest and most effective way to takeoff weight and keeps it off.
10. Eat whatever you want and still lose weight
Losing weight requires sensible food choices, not overloading on high-fat, high calorie foods.
11. Those convincing testimonials
We can all look 10 pounds slimmer by: standing up straight, shoulders back, and stomach in; having a good hair day; applying the right make-up; and hiring a professional photographer. Remember, just because you recognize the actor or actress doesn’t make the product any more reliable. They are now just a little richer and you a little poorer.
12. it’s so easy to lose weight without dieting or exercising
Face it—permanent weight loss takes work, effort and time. Pass on any products that promise miraculous results without the effort. Buy one and the only things you’ll lose are money and confidence.
