Health and Beauty Tip: Can supplements help me lose weight?

If you want to lose some pounds, you might be tempted to try some of the many herbal weight-loss products available today. Actually, none of these herbal remedies work and some can have serious side effects.

Herbs like chickweed, ginseng, kelp, and bee pollen, often included in diet aids, don’t help with weight loss – and some can be extremely dangerous in large doses. The safest and most effective way to lose pounds remains healthy eating and exercise. If you’re concerned about your weight, talk to a doctor or dietitian.

What about vitamin and mineral supplements? The best way to get your daily dose of vitamins and minerals is from food. Although there’s usually nothing wrong with taking a basic multivitamin, if you’re eating well, you probably don’t need one. Talk to your doctor about additional vitamin and mineral supplements. If you choose to take a multivitamin, stick with a basic supplement and avoid brands containing higher doses than 100 percent of the RDA for any vitamin or mineral. Some vitamins can build up in the system and cause problems when taken in excess amounts.

Compiled from KRT wire services

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