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Do any supplements naturally suppress appetite and help with weight loss?
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Some supplements may suppress appetite by causing a sense of fullness when they expand and take up volume in the stomach (such as glucomannan and psyllium). Others may suppress appetite through the central nervous system, likely due to their caffeine content (such as green tea extracts). In addition, it has been speculated that the herb Gymnema may suppress appetite by influencing taste perception.
Small, short-term studies typically funded by supplement companies suggest that some of these ingredients can modestly aid in weight loss, but other studies have reported no benefit, and it is not clear if any supplement helps when used long-term. Also, there are risks associated with the use of some of these supplements, and ConsumerLab.com has found that many products do not contain the amounts of ingredients claimed on labels — particularly when an ingredient receives media attention as an appetite suppressant or weight loss aid, and companies rush to sell it.
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Sean15496
April 15, 2023One of my ADHD symptoms is the inability to ignore stimuli that the average person can set aside in their mind. So for me, hunger and appetite are probably a bigger issue than the average person. I used to take 5 or 6 vitamin/mineral supplements including multivitamin with my lunch or a little while before. And that made a big difference in my appetite for the rest of the day. Not perfect, but much reduced and less of a distraction.
Ann15497
August 06, 2023Hey! That’s interesting…care to share supplements othe than the multi vit? Also if you have to drink a fair amount of water prior to eating, once you add the food you stomach may feel full? I’m going to try that regularly & see if it helps
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drjkauai
August 02, 2022Lactobacillus Gasseri along with a high fiber (no meat) eating pattern contributed to a 20# weight loss for me. I had been struggling for years to lose weight and it was a relief to see the pounds come off. PubMed has research on the use of Lactobacillus Gasseri for weight reduction and loss of visceral fat.
Morgan15493
December 17, 2022Do you have a specific brand you’ve found most effective?
Betty19372
April 23, 2024Alas, it did not have the same effect for me... sad!!
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Barbara15490
January 19, 2022The thing is....who wants to eat lupini beans every day? LOL
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Mary15483
January 11, 2021Best appetite suppressant I've found: lupini beans! They are low fat, low carb, high protein, high fiber, and tasty. And they really do work to suppress the appetite.
Deborah15487
March 25, 2021Where do you get them and how do you prepare them?
Marc15486
March 31, 2021How are such beans different than others.?
Marc15485
March 31, 2021I think apples, pears, grapefruit, oranges, salads with olive oil, & vinegar work best. But maybe because I don’t have weight problem &:stay clear,of,pizza, bread, cake. My son struggles but does stick to my diet
Mary15484
January 26, 2022Lupini beans: You can often find them in jars in the Italian foods section, or get Brami's pouches of seasoned lupini beans. (They aren't typically used like dry beans, because they must be soaked for 2 weeks after cooking.) Lupin flour is also available. Lupina brand is my favorite for lupin flour. I cook it up like grits.
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