Orlistat, the active ingredient in the over-the-counter weight loss pill Alli, and prescription strength Xenical, is currently under investigation by the FDA. This comes after 32 reports of liver damage in people taking these drugs between 1999 and 2008. Of these 32 cases, 27 people were hospitalized with 6 experiencing liver failure.
The Acai berry is grown exclusively in South America and has been enjoyed by the natives for years. Recently, this berry has been receiving increased press on this side of the equator for claims of multiple health benefits. Among these claims is weight loss.
Zalestrim is a dietary supplement that is marketed to women for weight loss, increased libido, and breast enhancement by means of balancing and increasing female hormones.
Tribex is a testosterone booster and is manufactured by Biotest. It claims to contain the strongest and highest quality of testosterone-boosting compounds available by including a unique extract of super-powerful herbs.
Thermocerin is a weight-loss supplement that is marketed to be the “world’s most powerful fat burner available without a prescription.”
Stacker 2 EF is a “specially formulated” weight-loss supplement designed to help increase the metabolism and stimulate the body’s fat-burning response, without using Ephedra.
SomnaSlim PM is a fat burner that works overnight and is sold exclusively on eBay.
Sea-Thin is a non-stimulant weight-loss supplement that is marketed as “the original marine thermogenic."
San TIGHT! is an ephedra-free weight-loss supplement that was designed to shed stubborn fat without distressing your central nervous system.
Ripped Fuel 5X is manufactured by TwinLabs and is a dietary supplement that is marketed as a “metabolic accelerator.”