Obesity Supplements

Excerpt

Over 70% of adults in the United States are overweight or obese. This significantly increases the risk of developing several chronic diseases and levies an enormous cost to the healthcare system. While a nutritious diet and active lifestyle are the foundation of optimal weight and good health, the appeal of a quick fix is strong. About one-third of adults in the United States attempting to lose weight have utilized dietary supplements. Despite promising mechanistic data, evidence that these supplements are safe and effective is lacking, limiting their clinical usefulness.