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Research shows the relative inefficiency of fat reduction drugs with success rates of only 5% weight loss which given the scale of the Obesity wave that is hitting many countries hardly justifies the 1.2 billion pounds spent on the drugs in2005. Canadian research concludes that the pills are no substitute for healthy diet and physical exercise. Eat less and exercise more has more effect than taking pills for the 1 billion obese people in the world.
Studies by Professor Raj Padwal and his team at the University of Alberta conducted trials on 20,000 overweight subjects on the commonly used drugs orlistat, sibutramine or rimonabant over the period of a year. Their results confirmed the Canadian results. Of the volunteers tested Orlistat reduced weight by 2.9kg, sibutramine by 4.2kg and rimonabant by 4.7kg. The average weight of the participants was 100ks (15.7stone).
Additionally there were adverse reactions in some of the volunteers with drop out rates of 30-40%. The Lancet reported a study that found that rimonabant increased the risk of severe psychiatric disturbance.
On the plus side, although there is slight weight loss there was some benefits that include a lower incidence in diabetes when patents used Orlistat and all three drugs had an effect of lowering cholesterol levels.
In America these drugs are for sale without prescription but as Dr Colin Waine, chairman of the National Obesity Forum UK, states: "The first choice has to be a healthier lifestyle, but medication use can be justified because obesity is a serious medical condition.”
However "Selling anti-obesity drugs over the counter will perpetuate the myth that obesity can be fixed simply by popping a pill and could further undermine the efforts to promote healthy living, which is the only long term escape from obesity” said Professor Gareth Williams, professor of medicine at the University of Bristol. In a later statement he added "Globally, obesity is spiralling out of control and will only be reined in by public health campaigns that somehow persuade people to eat less and exercise more."
What Next?
So, considering bariatric surgery? Then why not consider weight loss surgery abroad with BBC Direct (Bodies Beautiful Clinics Direct). BBC Direct can offer a full range of weight loss procedures, such as gastric balloon prague, and lap band abroad, but please remember, try the natural way first, good diet and exercise.
Need free advice, not sure of your options, then please give BBC Direct a call,
Lines are open 7 days, from early until late.
Help is only a call away.
UK 0845 686 5005
Have a Gastric Band / Lap Band Fitted?
Please remember to have any fill removed / reduced during pregnancy to ensure you can provide your unborn with all the nutrients needed during your pregnancy.
Pills are No Substitute for Healthy Lifestyle
Research shows the relative inefficiency of fat reduction drugs with success rates of only 5% weight loss which given the scale of the Obesity wave that is hitting many countries hardly justifies the 1.2 billion pounds spent on the drugs in2005. Canadian research concludes that the pills are no substitute for healthy diet and physical exercise. Eat less and exercise more has more effect than taking pills for the 1 billion obese people in the world.
Studies by Professor Raj Padwal and his team at the University of Alberta conducted trials on 20,000 overweight subjects on the commonly used drugs orlistat, sibutramine or rimonabant over the period of a year. Their results confirmed the Canadian results. Of the volunteers tested Orlistat reduced weight by 2.9kg, sibutramine by 4.2kg and rimonabant by 4.7kg. The average weight of the participants was 100ks (15.7stone).
Additionally there were adverse reactions in some of the volunteers with drop out rates of 30-40%. The Lancet reported a study that found that rimonabant increased the risk of severe psychiatric disturbance.
On the plus side, although there is slight weight loss there was some benefits that include a lower incidence in diabetes when patents used Orlistat and all three drugs had an effect of lowering cholesterol levels.
In America these drugs are for sale without prescription but as Dr Colin Waine, chairman of the National Obesity Forum UK, states: "The first choice has to be a healthier lifestyle, but medication use can be justified because obesity is a serious medical condition.”
However "Selling anti-obesity drugs over the counter will perpetuate the myth that obesity can be fixed simply by popping a pill and could further undermine the efforts to promote healthy living, which is the only long term escape from obesity” said Professor Gareth Williams, professor of medicine at the University of Bristol. In a later statement he added "Globally, obesity is spiralling out of control and will only be reined in by public health campaigns that somehow persuade people to eat less and exercise more."
Still not able to lose weight / regain you figure ?
The two main bariatric procedures at this time are the Gastric Balloon Surgery (BIBs), and the Adjustable Gastric Band (Lap Band Surgery).
More radical, permanent (non reversible procedure) procedures which are common, are the Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Wrap and Gastric Bypass/BPD.
When should these bariatric surgery procedures be considered?
BIB / Gastric Balloon
BMI from about 28, but from less if secondary conditions.
Temporary - Removed no later than after 6-7 months.
Lap Band
BMI from 35, but from about 32-35, if secondary conditions.
Permanent / For life if needed - Fully Reversible (in most cases, and dependant on duration of placement).
Gastric Sleeve
BMI from 40 - Alternative option to that of a having a Lap Band.
Permanent / For life - Non-Reversible.
Gastric Wrap
BMI from 40 - Alternative option to that of a having a Lap Band or Sleeve.
Semi-Permanent / For life - Can be reversed if needed.
Gastric Bypass/BPD
BMI from 40 or higher.
Permanent / For life - Non-Reversible.
What is BMI? - [MORE DETAILS]
At present, statistics illustrate that 40% of men and 30% of women in the UK are overweight. 'Overweight' is defined as a person who has a BMI, a Body Mass Index, of greater than 27.
Persons with a BMI of 30 are defined as obese and those with a BMI over 35 are deemed to be morbidly obese. (See chart below).
The two main bariatric procedures at this time are the Gastric Balloon Surgery (BIBs), and the Adjustable Gastric Band (Lap Band Surgery).
More radical, permanent (non reversible procedure) procedures which are common, are the Gastric Sleeve, Gastric Wrap and Gastric Bypass/BPD.
When should these bariatric surgery procedures be considered?
BIB / Gastric Balloon
BMI from about 28, but from less if secondary conditions.
Temporary - Removed no later than after 6-7 months.
Lap Band
BMI from 35, but from about 32-35, if secondary conditions.
Permanent / For life if needed - Fully Reversible (in most cases, and dependant on duration of placement).
Gastric Sleeve
BMI from 40 - Alternative option to that of a having a Lap Band.
Permanent / For life - Non-Reversible.
Gastric Wrap
BMI from 40 - Alternative option to that of a having a Lap Band or Sleeve.
Semi-Permanent / For life - Can be reversed if needed.
Gastric Bypass/BPD
BMI from 40 or higher.
Permanent / For life - Non-Reversible.
What is BMI? - [MORE DETAILS]
At present, statistics illustrate that 40% of men and 30% of women in the UK are overweight. 'Overweight' is defined as a person who has a BMI, a Body Mass Index, of greater than 27.
Persons with a BMI of 30 are defined as obese and those with a BMI over 35 are deemed to be morbidly obese. (See chart below).
| BMI | Weight Status | |
| Below 19 | Under Weight | |
| 19 - 24.9 | Ideal BMI | |
| 25 - 29.9 | Over Weight | |
| 30 - 34.9 | Obesity | |
| 35 - 39.9 | Severe Obesity | |
| 40 - 49.9 | Morbid Obesity | |
| 50 or above | Super Obesity |
What Next?
So, considering bariatric surgery? Then why not consider weight loss surgery abroad with BBC Direct (Bodies Beautiful Clinics Direct). BBC Direct can offer a full range of weight loss procedures, such as gastric balloon prague, and lap band abroad, but please remember, try the natural way first, good diet and exercise.
Need free advice, not sure of your options, then please give BBC Direct a call,
Lines are open 7 days, from early until late.
Help is only a call away.
UK 0845 686 5005
Have a Gastric Band / Lap Band Fitted?
Please remember to have any fill removed / reduced during pregnancy to ensure you can provide your unborn with all the nutrients needed during your pregnancy.
