What is a dietary supplement?

Here is the definition of dietary supplement on FDA website: A dietary supplement is a product taken by mouth that is intended to supplement the diet and that contains one or more “dietary ingredients.” The “dietary ingredients” in these products may include amino acids, herbs or other botanicals, minerals, vitamins, other substances found in the [...]

Do weight loss shakes work? What is the best weight loss shake?

I need to lose 13 lbs of body fat to reach my goal weight, I’ve exercised an hour on elliptical machine every other day. But I want to lose weight faster. I read a magazine article about weight loss shake, it said weight loss shake can be meal replacement and good for losing weight. Is [...]

Does fish oil help you lose belly fat?

I heard fish oil is good for your skin and can help you lose weight, is it true? Anyone tried taking fish oil to lose weight? Does it really work? If it works for you, can it help you lose belly fat? I have a little bit of fat on my belly, I am looking [...]

Do starch blockers help you lose weight? What are the side effects?

Anyone took the supplement Starch Blockers? Does it really help you lose weight even you eat starchy foods? Does it has side effects?

Is there any appetite suppressant tea that work?

I need to cut out snacks to lose weight, but I cannot curb my food craving, is there any natural appetite suppressants that will assist weight loss? I heard tea is a natural appetite suppressant, is it true? Can you give me some teas that work?