HERB - ephedra

[Katherine Blackthorne]

In a message dated 10/19/2000 12:53:05 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
azaleaviola at hotmail.com writes:

 > i bought some ephedra and empty capsules to help me lose a few pounds. i
 >  have no idea of how much to take though-i only want to lose 10-15 lbs.  
i
 >  hope somebody out there can guide me a little :)thanks-stephanie

10-15 pounds?  OK, you're not obese, and any sort of drug or medication is 
only indicated for weight loss in cases of obesity.  You are quite likely at 
your actual *healthy* body weight -- this changes with time, so it may be 
more than it used to be.  Check with your doctor to see if you need to lose 
weight.  If you wish to lose it for personal reasons ("I want to fit into my 
old cothardie"), then I suggest 1.)  throwing away the ephedra,  2.) begin a 
mild exercise program -- checking of course with your doctor first, and 3.) 
drinking more water, eating more fruits & vegetables.  No "Diet" sodas -- 
the chemical sweetners make you crave sweets.  Water.  Fruits & vegetables 
are good for you, and generally have less calories than the other things, so 
if you replace that bag of chips with a fresh tomato & salt, (maybe even 
while still eating that ham sandwich), you'll have reduced your calories.

But again, CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR.  I'm willing to wager a small sum he'll 
tell you *not* to attempt to lose weight!
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