A Decreased Metabolic Rate
The initial weight loss slows down as the body progressively loses further lean mass, this continues until the point where a calorie deficit is so minute that it no longer has any effect on fat loss. Our metabolism has decreased and we have reached that dreaded weight loss plateau. What it means is our body has gradually adapted to match our new energy intake, and we now require less energy to maintain the new weight. This process was ideal many years ago when our ancestors roamed the land, but unfortunately... read more ››
Home Gyms Versus Gym Memberships
While making the all-important decision of whether to workout in the local gym or to build and furnish your own gym at home, there are several factors you need to consider. These factors reveal the advantages and disadvantage of either alternative. A sincere determination of how each factor relates to your training can help determine which alternative will best work for you. The first consideration has to be the cost. Joining a local gym is usually less expensive by far than is setting up your... read more ››
Xenical
Drug name: Xenical
Other names used:
alli®
Active Ingredients:
Orlistat
Therapeutic actions: Xenical blocks some of the fat that you eat from being absorbed by your body.
Indications: Xenical is used in the management of obesity including weight loss and weight maintenance when used with a reduced-calorie diet.
Contraindications and cautions:
Do not take Xenical without first talking to your doctor if you have
a chronic malabsorption syndrome, or gallbladder problems.
You... read more ››
Xenical Descripiton
What is Xenical?
Xenical blocks some of the fat that you eat, keeping it from being absorbed by your body.
Xenical is used together with a reduced-calorie diet and weight maintenance to treat obesity in people with certain risk factors (such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol or triglycerides).
Xenical may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.
Important information about Xenical
Do not take Xenical if you are allergic to orlistat, or... read more ››
