by *Carol ~Bronx Southern Belle D.
Member since:
January 16, 2007

Weight Loss?

January 19, 2008 10:10 PM EST
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Have any of you heard of this detox and if so does it work. I saw a very convincing article, but I would rather not throw good money after bad if it's another fad.

Please note: I'm not recommending it.  I just want to know what you folks think of it.

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Comments: 26

Larry H. Jan 19, 2008, 10:13pm EST
haven't heard of it..
Elaine A. Jan 19, 2008, 10:14pm EST
No. I always worry about things like this, are they going to be bad for my body?
Shaunee C. Jan 19, 2008, 10:20pm EST
I haven't heard of this either. I usally look them up or like to hear about it from someone else before I try it myself.
Kimber L. Jan 19, 2008, 10:21pm EST
I heard of it but I don't want to try it, isn't it full of caffeine? I can't have too much caffeine because it causes me to have seizures!
Dani B. Jan 19, 2008, 10:23pm EST
never heard of it
~*~Nina~*~ R. Jan 19, 2008, 10:26pm EST
I've never heard of that one!
Donna Besso Jan 19, 2008, 10:30pm EST
I've never heard of it either. A good friend of mine lost alot of weight using Relacor.
Trish T. Jan 19, 2008, 10:36pm EST
I have always been Leary of pills ever since the chitosol incident. I will never trust a diet pill. They make claims that we all know don't work. there is no Miracle pill out there.
Suze P. Jan 19, 2008, 10:39pm EST
i've never heard of it before, but I just Googled it and there doesn't seem to be anything in it that's unhealthy. It seems like it would be very healthy for you, although I just skimmed kinda, nothing bad jumped out at me.. alfalfa and flax seed and green tea and stuff like that. It is a detox product, which is supposed to be good for you..and all the people who did reviews said its working for them.. but, they have an affiliate program so they may just be saying that to sign people up under them as affiliates..you cant really trust that kinda thing. One review did say it made the lady kinda edgy and she had lots of energy from taking it.. so that may be something to think about.
M C. Jan 19, 2008, 10:43pm EST
News to me!
Rob Appell Jan 19, 2008, 10:43pm EST
Never hear of this, but I wouldn't waste one penny on any product to lose weight. I lost 250 pounds without any help in the way of 'drugs' or 'potions'. I went from 425 pounds down to 175 pounds in about a year and a half. As a matter of fact, I saved money. I simply cut way back on what I ate and walked...and not much more than I did over the course of a normal day. All you need is willpower...and that doesn't cost a cent.
Midnite Writer -- Kim Jan 19, 2008, 10:55pm EST
Not of that brand. I joined curves & that helped kick my weight loss into gear, or at least "inches" loss. Depending on what you are trying to do, go online and see the reviews for this product. Sometimes maybe if it boosts your energy it will get you to work out and you won't feel too tired to do anything, etc.

Hope that helps.
Midnite Writer -- Kim Jan 19, 2008, 10:56pm EST
I also read all of Dr. Phil's weight loss books and weight watchers stuff. Prayer helps as well. I don't think anyone has the willpower it takes to ward off food alone, get someone to support you and be your cheerleader. REPLACE things that tempt you with newer, healthier choices. Sparkpeople was helpful and I also watch the biggest loser.
debra g. Jan 19, 2008, 11:12pm EST
never heard of it I do know that you need to drink alot of water to help rid your body of fats ice water is the best.
Linda B. Jan 19, 2008, 11:44pm EST
First criteria: if it doesn't list all ingredients and amounts, active or inactive, by name, don't buy it. "Proprietary blend of herbs" is not considered full disclosure of safe 'ingredients'.
Second criteria: if you can't look up the ingredients (see above) on a REPUTABLE drug interaction website--or look it up and there's no information available, don't buy it.
Third criteria: if you have ANY health conditions at all for which you take medications--or even suspect that you have a health issue, go to the doctor and ask about the use of this product in your daily regimen. Bet the doc says not to do it.
Andrea "slackermom" R. Jan 20, 2008, 12:00am EST
Nothing that you can buy in a bottle works.
Visionaerie B. Jan 20, 2008, 12:31am EST
Yes, there's no quick fix -- eating quality organic foods and exercising more, is a much better and healthier long-range strategy. I've been interested in alternative health for a long time, but its Achilles' heel is the concept of "cleansing." I think Dr. Ray Sahelian takes a more rational approach on that issue, so you might want to check out his newsletter. Also Dr. Weil, although he tends to overdo it in the soy department. My strategy is to eat a balanced diet, and seek out the foods that are especially healthy or helpful for your particular health condition. And a judicious use of quality supplements also helps -- Willner Chemists is a good place to look for information on them. Thanks for posting this!
Michelle K. Jan 20, 2008, 1:18am EST
I haven't heard of it, but congradulations on having your new la la land group featured on gather's home page!
Emma L. Jan 20, 2008, 3:24am EST
I've heard of it, but I am sure it wouldn't really work as a matter of commen sense
Jennifer N. Jan 20, 2008, 6:07am EST
Never heard of it. Frankly I'm not very trusting of these products. All too often you hear them being pulled off the shelves for not being safe.
Ely B. Jan 20, 2008, 11:12am EST
Nope never heard of it.
Elizabeth D. Jan 20, 2008, 12:10pm EST
have not heard much about this
Bethany C. Jan 20, 2008, 2:04pm EST
I've never heard of it. But then what do I know? Flaxseed is good, somebody said it had that in it. I would make sure that it didn't have anything but natural stuff in it before I tried it.
Rita j. Jan 20, 2008, 8:19pm EST
I never heard of it
Rachel D. Jan 24, 2008, 10:39pm EST
These gimmicks don't work. If losing weight were as easy as taking some pills, we'd all be thin. These pills can be dangerous too. They usually contain a mild stimulant (like caffeine) to get your heart pumping a little faster. They also can contain mild diuretics so you'll start peeing like a racehorse. It appears you're losing weight, but all you're really doing is getting dehydrated.
Stick with the tried and true method: change your eating habits and exercise a lot more. Do it regularly and for the rest of your life. Period.
Jerri H. May 18, 2008, 9:47pm EDT
No idea Carol~


I am behind in comments, but I wanted to let you know I stopped by to view your content and thank you for posting to I was bored :)

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