General Information on Weight Loss and Protein Supplements

By Ben Bedolla

IntroductionWhat are supplements?Variety of supplementsWeight loss supplementsDangers of weight loss supplementsSafe weight loss supplementsProtein supplementsDangers of protein supplementsBenefits of protein supplementsSummary

What are supplements?Dietary supplements are substances you eat

or drink. They can be vitamins, minerals, herbs or other plants, amino acids (the individual building blocks of protein), or parts of these substances. They can be in pill, capsule, tablet, or liquid form. (1)

They supplement (add to) the diet and should not be considered a substitute for food. (1)

Variety of SupplementsDietary supplements- vitamins and mineralsBotanicalsNatural sourcesWeight lossProtein

Weight Loss SupplementsBoost weight lossDecrease appetite, Block fat absorption, Increase metabolism.Fast solution

Dangers of Weight Loss SupplementsLack of evidenceMetabolismDependencyCardiovascular Insomnia

Safe Weight Loss SupplementsCalciumFiberConjugated linoleic acid (CLA)Green tea extractMeal replacementsOrlistat, an over-the-counter weight loss drug

Protein SupplementsCommercial protein supplements may consist

of whey, casein, soy, egg albumin, goat or cow milk, wheat, beef, pea, hemp, or brown rice. (4)

Ready-to- drink shakesBars Bites Oats GelsPowders

Danger of Protein SupplementsMany are not regulated by the Food and

Drug Administration (FDA)Buildup of ketones bodiesDehydrationWeaknessBad breath

Benefits of Protein SupplementsImproves cardiovascular healthHelps manage blood pressureHelp reduce prostate cancerIncreases muscle strengthStamina

Summary There are many types of dietary supplements Weight loss supplements cause more harm

than good.Best way to loose weight is lowering calorie

intake and having a good meal plan.Protein supplements can be beneficial if

taken the right way

References http://

www.webmd.com/food-recipes/tc/dietary-supplements-topic-overview

http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/lifestyle-guide-11/diet-weight-loss-supplements

http://www.ehow.com/about_6169877_dangers-diet-pills.html

http://www.healthandwellness.kaplan.edu/articles/nutrition/Protein%20Supplements.html

http://www.fotosearch.com/