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Alli is well known to be the only FDA approved over-the-counter product to promote weight loss. Available at most drug stores in pill form, Alli prevents fat from being absorbed in the body. With individually tailored action plans online, Alli aims to help consumers lose weight gradually and safely. When following a plan of Alli, paired with diet and exercise, the product claims that consumers can lose approximately 50% more weight than with dieting alone
How Does Alli Work?
Alli contains active ingredients that attach to some of the natural enzymes in the digestive system. The active ingredients prevent your system from breaking down approximately a ¼ of the fat that you ingest. The unprocessed fat is not absorbed, and simply passes through the body naturally. According to Alli and research, this excess fat is not harmful, and only attacks the high-fat foods that you choose to eat; therefore, any carbohydrates or proteins in your diet will still be digested normally. Also, according to Alli, the product does not result in typically expected side-effects from diet drugs, such as:
- Jittery effects
- Sleeplessness
- A racing heart
Alli Support
Alli provides users with an online support plan, called Myalliplan. After purchasing Alli, you can register online where you will receive a free customized plan for success, along with other services:
- Diet Tips
- Immediate feedback
- Specific guidance from experts
In addition to Myalliplan, the pills come with portable reference guides, which include:
- Companion guide
- Calorie & Fat counter
- Healthy Eating Guide
- Daily Journal
- Quick Facts Cards
Points to Consider
- Users must still follow a reduced calorie, low fat diet, combined with exercise to see results
- Weight loss is gradual, but safe, with results of approximately 1 to 2 pounds a week
- Results can be seen in the first two weeks, while most of the weight loss occurs in the first six months
- Users should also take a multivitamin with Alli, to ensure the adequate absorption of essential vitamins
- The amount of fat blocked by Alli is dependent upon the total amount of fat consumed
- Some users reported increased motivation for diet and exercise while taking Alli
Side Effects
When eating a meal that contains too much fat, side effects include:
- Gas
- Oily discharge / spotting
- Loose Stools
- More frequent stools that may be difficult to control
As Alli prevents the absorption of some of the fat in your diet, any foods containing too much fat will result in the fat moving through your system more quickly—thus leading to the negative side effects. Paired with this, weight gain may occur after you stop taking Alli.
Should I take Alli?
Alli’s website, www.myalli.com, provides consumers with a weight loss readiness quiz and body mass index (BMI) tool to calculate your ranking on a scale of healthy to obese. Using these tools, the site can help potential consumers gauge his/her own current physical status. Also, the site includes a height and weight chart to determine if the Alli program is appropriate for individual measurements and varying sizes.
