A Canadian research has affirmed that consuming weight loss pills have a minimal to no effect in reducing fat but instead consumers might experience serious side effects. Conducted by researchers at University of Alberta, the study revealed that anti fat pills might reduce the weight by a maximum of 2 3 kgs per year, but the weight loss is not permanent and comes with serious side effects that pose harmful risks for the consumer. The researchers analyzed data of over 30 trials which included over 20,000 volunteers, arriving at the conclusion that weight loss drugs contributed to "modest" loss in the overall weight. Of the drugs analyzed, rimonabant was found to be the most effective with patients losing as much as 4.7 kgs while orlistat reduced...<br><a href='http://wl-site.com/news/23121'>http://wl-site.com/</a>

Primary school pupils should be taught how the media use airbrushing to manipulate pictures of women, according to a report revealing that girls as young as seven are worried about their bodies. A study, to be published today by Girlguiding UK, shows how girls under 10 are linking appearance to happiness and self esteem. Even at seven, they believe girls who are slim and pretty are more likely to be happy, well liked, friendly and clever, while those who are overweight or less attractive are more likely to be unhappy, lonely or victims of bullying. Negative comments and teasing by family members about appearance and weight are one of the most damaging influences on girls' self image, according to the research, which calls on parents and others not to criticise looks and to offer reassurance instead. It also proposes requiring media and advertising companies to fund lessons in...<br><a href='http://big-internet-site.com/news/24091'>http://big-internet-site.com/</a>