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What You Should Know
Alli is a is a diet supplement that endeavors to assist with weight loss. This product was developed and manufactured by the major pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline. The Alli diet pill is stated to be FDA approved and is commonly available without a doctor’s prescription. The official Alli website addresses the supplement as an “anti-obesity wonder drug.” It additionally discusses the “65 percent” of American adults that are currently overweight. Alli diet pills can be purchased through the official website for $44.99 for a 60 capsule starter container. Alli is claimed to be more effective when taken in conjunction with a healthy diet and regular exercise regimen.
The key active ingredient found in Alli supplements is called Xenical (or Orlistat), which is generally a prescription weight loss drug. This diet pill aims to minimize the body’s fat absorption or block a good 25 percent of fat that’s consumed. Some potential side effects that can occur are vitamin deficiency, “loose stool” and excessive gas (flatulence). Alli can be purchased in most common drugstores and superstores across the US. This diet supplement is claimed to alter the process of triglycerides being broken down inside the body by obstructing an enzyme, which is found in the pancreas. This process prevents fat absorption. The Alli Diet Pill is marketed toward both men and women who are suffering from obesity and other individuals who are borderline obese.
List of Ingredients
Orlistat 60mg, FD&C Blue 2, Edible Ink, Gelatin, Iron Oxide, microcystalline cellulose, Povidone, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, sodium starch glycolate, Talc and Titanium Dioxide.
Product Features
Alli is a weight loss supplement that comes in capsule form available over the counter in pharmacies and drugstores around the United States. This “wonder drug” is claimed to cut fat absorption by 25% so that the user absorbs fewer calories from what he/she eats. A key active component of the Alli diet pill is Xenical, which is also known as Orlistat. Alli is intended for adult women and men and is directed to be taken daily with water. This diet product sells for $44.99 via the official website. Like many other weight reduction supplements, a healthy diet and routine exercise are encouraged.
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Advantages
- Alli is available to men and women that suffer from weight issues.
- Alli diet pills do not require a doctor’s prescription.
- Alli is approved by the FDA.
- Alli Diet Pills can be easily and conveniently purchased via the official website.
Disadvantages
- Consumer testimonials are absent from the official Alli website.
- The official Alli website fails to offer a 100% money-back guarantee.
- Some individuals may be allergic to certain ingredients found in Alli Diet Pills.
- Alli does not offer free trial samples on the official website.
- No before and after photos are provided on the Alli website.
- May cause digestion discomfort. (See reader comments.)
- Taking Alli Diet Pills can potentially result in a vitamin deficiency.
Conclusion
On the bright side, the Alli diet supplement is approved by the FDA. Since many other diet supplements, programs and pills aren’t FDA approved, some consumers may find this approval reassuring. However, some dieters would likely be more interested in Alli supplements if the official website posted some consumer feedback, a money-back guarantee or at least a few before and after photos. Be sure to consult your doctor before taking Alli diet pills. This way you can learn more about potential side effects and about other diet supplements currently available.
Took only one pill last night and already noticed that I was having hair loss. No other side effects so far but I have thin hair to begin with and was not comfortable with the amount of hair loss I experienced with just 1 pill!
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Impossible to have hairloss from only one tablet. Anyway hairloss is a symptom after dieting very strictly for a long time. In fact what happens is when you restrict your diet your hair stops falling out and when you resume eating again the hair you were due to lose anyway falls out over a week or so, thus seeming like hairloss…No worries necessary
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maybe you were experiencing hair loss before you took the pill. And just noticed it afterwards. I don’t think that could happen only after 1 pill…
not trying to be mean or rude… just common sense..
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I used Alli last year and it worked,I lost 23 lbs in 3 months. I stopped take the pills but continued to stay on the low fat diet after my weight loss. I did not take my multivitamin daily as I should have and experienced a dramatic hair loss. Not Alli’s fault, totally my own. If you are going to take it be certain to take your vitamin.
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thanks because i have been taking alli for two weeks and just took my first vitamin yesterday
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Hi I read your comment about the need for multivitamins when taking Alli. I also didn’t take a multivitamin and my hair is falling out rapidly. It’s a bit scarey – would you mind telling me if yours returned to normal quickly please.
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Last week I was crying in my kitchen because my hair is thinning out and I didn’t know why. Alli is the only big change and I am bummed because I had NO other bad symptoms. I wasn’t taking multi vitamin though. And now I am taking the vitamin but scared to take Alli. I have almost a whole bottle of it!
I am 5′2 166lbs and need to get to 135. Do you think alli will work for me?
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I am eating healy(salad,cheerios, and meat) yet I still have greasy stool
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how much salad dressing are you using?
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look how much grams of fat are you eatting? you do realize you can only have, about two TABLESPOONS of dressing before you hit the 15 gram of fat mark. And red meat is fatty, try eatting some roasted nuts instead.
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maybe the type of meat try just chicken,fish turkey
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This is the third day, and first time I noticed “treatment effects” but nothing unmanageable. Best part is the awareness of a healthy caloric intake and fat grams per meal. It motivates you to follow this diet plan to make the money worthwhile! So far, eating under 1400 cal/day and have lost a pound a day. Yay!
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congrats:)
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I have been taking Alli for one week and have lost 4.5 lbs, coupled with a diet adjustment but have not exercised at all. Have had a few episodes of greasy stool after eating pizza or something with high grease but nothing bad, no uncontrolled bowel problems. No other negative effects either. So far I am loving it. It also motivates you to eat healthier.
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I have been taking Alli for a week. I have lost3lbs!I eat oatmeal for breakfast(with splenda)spinach salad with grilled chicken for lunch & either grilled salmon or chicken with spinach salad for dnr! desert is normally Activa w/fiber or fat free sherbert & I drink warm green tea and eat lots of strawberries,baby carrots, and grapes through out the day! Good luck everyone! I walk for 30mins e.o day Im reall happy with my progress! And no accidents to date! Alli Rocks!
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I agree with you. It motivates you to eat healthy or plan to go to restroom. I made the mistake of eating a bologna sandwich with 1 slice ch, is slice bologna and a few Doritos. NASTY!!! LOL Otherwise no side effects.
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i want to try alli. but i am so scared of the diffrent changes with the bowel movements. any suggestions
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wear a pantyliner, really make sure you watch what type of fats you eat. You don’t need to add kcaloric heavy foods (sour cream on your potato) you will only regret it latter. Try it on a weekend when you know you won’t be seeing anyone. Oh and most people forget to drink water. And get in more plant fiber.
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i wanted to try alli but i feel that i just dont know enough. what is to happen when you stop taking it. the changes with the bowel movements are also discouraging any suggestions
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When you stop taking it, you will gain weight if you haven’t changed your eating habits while on it. But that’s the point, you are supposed to change your lifestyle (like with any diet) so that when you are the way you want, you will be fine. As for the bowel movements, yeah it can be a pain and it can be gross, but it is a small price to pay if you want that little extra kick. Some people don’t experience them at all. I never once experienced anything gross with my bowels while on it, and a lot of that was due to the fact that I was doing the right thing with my diet. If you go out and purposely eat greasy foods that you aren’t supposed to be eating then, well, yeah chances are you aren’t going to be happy with your bathroom experience after that haha.
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can you take these pill while your on thyroid medacation
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can I take Alli while taking thyroid meds (synthroid)
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according to my doctor, alli will not affect thyroid meds. Alli is a digestive based med and doesn’t affect your metabolism.
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As per the above questioin from Beverly Lopes, Can you take Alli while taking synthroid?
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yes you can take alli if you have a thyroid problem and gallbladder i had my gallbladeer out and have thyroid prob the doctor told me ok i lost 50 pounds with alli but when i stopped takeing it i gained some weight back i guess ill have to start takeing again no side affects for me
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HOW LONG WERE YOU TAKING THESE IN ORDER TO LOSE 50LBS?
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As a healthcare professional, I would recommend that you ALWAYS check with your physician prior to starting any new medication–even over the counter products.
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Is there any possiblity of liver damage? I do take a multivitamin every night. Is there a limit on how long you can take it. i.e, to help maintain the goal weight?
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Taking alli for five days…i am eatting healthy, but cannot go anywhere bc of the HoRRIBLE oily gas! It is mortifying and literally a digusting side effect! I’ll continue for a while, but ive used three rolls of tp and ruined a pair of jeans!
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I have used alli for over a year now. You do not have the greasy bm and gas every day unless your diet is made up of a lot of fat. I have experienced no hair loss as stated by Nikki.
The best thing is that you learn what foods are high in fat and you begin to eat healthier.
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I took my first Alli pill after having a poached egg and orange juice. Not much fat in that except the butter???
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Egg Yolks are very fatty…
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How much weight have you lost in the year?
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I take high blood pressure medication and cholestrol meds, I recently had my gall bladder removed, can I take alli?
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I’ve been taking Alli for 2 weeks now & love it! Adjustments: Take my vitamins at nite, try to remember to take an Alli when I start my meal & “go” when my body says I gotta. Dunno about anything coming out “greasy”, but the only time I get gas is when I hold back my b.m. (to be expected). I knew when I had to “go”, and made the commitment to not ignore it, so I haven’t had any embarrasing times. Know that the object is to push the fatty stuff thru fast, but because of the push, the nutrients aren’t absorbed, either. The medical questions asked before need a dtr’s attn, but I have changed ALL my meds to the evening where the Alli won’t be pushing their effectiveness out, too!
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I’m with Kk on the awful side effect of Alli. I’ve taken only one pill a day for 3 days and have had nothing but oily gas. AND it doesn’t come out of some clothing. You don’t even feel it coming on! Not good.
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I’m with Kk on this one. Horrible oily gas that doesn’t come out of clothes!! And you don’t feel it coming. I’ve only taken 1 a day for 3 days–to afraid to try more than that to see if my system adjusts.
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I will be 59 my next B.D. Does age have any effect on the pill?
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I’m a professional driver and I’ve ben researching Alli and reading comments. I want to try it but concerned since there are times getting to a restroom isnt an option. I was wondering if there are anyone else out the like me who can tell me what it’s like in this type of career.
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I have taken alli for 1 week and its not so bad . to stop bad bm’s take it after eating and don’t eat so much. and still works. lost 6 lb .
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6 lbs is good n 1 week, how much did u exercise
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So, it will work if I take the pill right after I eat? Will that stop the oily smelly ooze?
I had a lot of trouble with
oozing oil and it was not pleasant so I quit. I tried to keep the fat grams to under 30 sometimes it wasn’t easy to do.
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Margaret, for one meal, you should be having UNDER 19 g fat. If you are doing anything above that then you are much of the reason for your oil. The only time I had oily anything on Alli was when I was eating too much fat and that sounds like your issue. You are having treatment effects because you are not following the diet strictly. That means measuring and counting EVERYTHING ! Including the calories in what you cook with ( oil, butter, ect) and using the correct servings.
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I’ve been taking Alli for about 3 weeks now. The first time I took it I ate chicken and rice soup from a restaurant and Let me tell you.. As soon as a finished my meal I went to the bathroom and all the oil from that meal. Let’s just say that it did it’s job. I’ve been consistent and I have watched my intake of greasy foods and foods that a lof of hidden oils in them. I have regular stools and at times its a lot at once. But once again its all about the food I choose to eat. I have lost a total of 8lbs with alli and I will continue to use it. I average about 3lbs a week in weight loss which is great!
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Rema, do you exercise? I’m taking a diet supplement called Slimmetry. Do anyone know if I can take them both at the same time.
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You should never take two diet supplements at the same time.
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Are there other side effects? Does it make you feel funny in the head? Speed you up like other diet pills?
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It never has for me, and I’ve been taking it for about 4 months. Good luck!!
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Alli works in your digestive system. No funny feeling…
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is alli suitable to take during breastfeeding time?
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please don’t. it will harm your baby
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You shouldnt use alli while pregnant or breast feeding. You loose your water soluable vitamins in the loose stool. The baby get your breast milk which is mostly fat and then alli also in the milk it will cause the baby the have diarrhea and vit def. It can also cause preg or nursing moms to have low potassium levels which can caouse heart arrthmias. So unless you are healthy dont take this medication.
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Absolutely NOT safe to take while breastfeeding. The baby’s brain is very vulnerable to the right amount/type of fats–which is found in breast milk. Kudos for nursing—do your weight loss naturally, diet and exercise, until baby is weaned. And don’t wean baby early because of body concerns.
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I have been taking alli for about 3 weeks. I have only had “treatment effects” once, and I’m still trying to figure out what I ate that put me over the fat limit. I love this product though! It makes me constantly aware of what I am putting in my mouth. I have lost 13 lbs and and my body feels 100% better without all the fat I normally eat. I have so much more energy! The key is to follow the directions EXACTLY: no more than 15g fat per meal and skip the pill if you anticipate more. Good luck to you!
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I agree Leslie, The key is to follow the directions EXACTLY: no more than 15g fat per meal and skip the pill if you anticipate more. This is an entirely true statement. I am not grossly overweight but truly have problems from stopping those 10 lbs of weight fluctuation I have always experienced. Being a woman, I have had problems with constipation and honestly, the more “relaxed” production of stool is a lot more manageable then the uncomfortableness and pain associated with constipation. I do seem to get gassy if I eat salad dressing that is not fat free, or if I use a lot of sugar in my drinks. To solve this I simply changed to all fat free dressings and changed to Trivia for a sugar substitute and all’s well now. I truly feel people that are having the “oily discharge” effect, possibly are purging their systems of latent fatty residues, or they are simply not realizing they are consuming as many fat grams as they are. I used the diary, and I feel it really helped make me aware of what I am putting in my body. The food diary is just a helpful tool to keep u on track. Therefore, people I believe if you follow, the 15g of fat per meal rule you should have no other problems. In addition, I do feel much better than I have in a long time I hope this is another treatment side effect. Good luck all.
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Have you lost weight? I need to lose 10-12 lbs and wonder if Alli will work for me. I exercise 4-5 times/week and maintain a healthy diet most of the time. However, I’m 50 and it’s tough to maintain. I need help and want safe alternatives
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I’ve been taking alli for almost 2 weeks. I eat right most of the time if i do have a treat i make sure i take the pill. I never get a upset stomach but sometimes my bottom get irritated i think from oils everyone is talking about. I’ve been staying away from the scale because in one of the alli manuals it tells you to but i know i’ve lost quite a bit of wait because of how my clothes fit and how i look in the mirror. if this keeps up i wont have to take it much longer! :]
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Umm all these people who eat fatty foods then take the alli… You will be crapping out oil! I’ve taken it, and i eat very low fat foods. The days i know i ate to much fat i get oily crap, and thats when i eat a buffalo burger. Other then that this works amazing. I use it with my bodybugg system. I’ve lost in total 50lbs since November. Yes i am not lying.
It’s weird when you hear peoples achievements, but finally i can show my friends that you can lose it =) Living proof. Listen to me with working out and eatting right this honestly does work, but if you have no idea what the calories are you burn how the hell will you know what to eat.Check out the bodybugg. My boyfriend and i did, and even when i reach my goal of 150 I will still use that wonder machine to check how many chips and sodas i can scarf down with out gaining that day 
Best of luck to everyone out there, and keep up the good work.
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Andrea,
I just ordered the bodybug. It is great reading that you can do both and the same time
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I weighed 160.7 when I began taking Alli. I have beee on it for three weeks. I work out and burn approximately 6,000 calories per week, despite closely monitoring the 1200 calroies per day, I have lost almost no weight. I am staying very much within the guidelines and have not had the bouts of greasy gas and stool, so I know I have done well by their plan. I think that if you are not significantly overweight and have to actually ADD fat to your diet in order to meet their suggested minumums, you will not have a successful weight loss process with Alli. After three weeks and a loss of only 4lbs (and given my exhaustive work, this is paltry compared to where I would be on a strict 1200 calorie/ 20 grams of fat diet. I am disappointed.
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Yea alli is really only for people who have about 100lbs to lose. At your weight you really dont need a weight lose pill to get the results you want. Make sure you shock your muscles same work out every day will make your body plateau, and weight lost will be slow. Since you’re almost at your weight you need to be losing it is slower then a fatter person who has a crap ton to lose. Yes hun this will take sometime, but dont give up just be happy you dont have another 100lbs to lose.
I started out 295 i am now 245. I have a while to go, but i dont give up =) good luck Ann and hopefully you can lose the bit of weight holding you back from your perfect body
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Hi Ann,
Don’t give up! Because you are not as heavy as some Alli users, your body does not drop weight as quickly. 4 pounds in 3 weeks is awesome! 1-2 pounds a week is really healthy weight loss at your current size, and you’re right on with those numbers (: At 160, if you want to lose 30 pounds, total guess, you can get there by summer. Great work!!!
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Alli is ONLY for people who are overweight. If you fall in the overweight, obese, and ect categories then Alli can help you. But if you are in the normal range of weight and just want to “slim down”, then Alli was not made for you. Read the brochure, it states that clearly. Also, your body will not let you lose weight easily if you are in the healthy range.
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Just started being patient with the product.
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hi, im a former gastric bypass patient that gained some weight im trying to lose about 25lbs. Can gastric bypass patients take alli, especially since we already have to worry about vitamin defecienes
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i just started taking alli and have had only one accident.My question is i only eat one meal a day. I dont get breakfast or lunch, but i sometime snack. I have been taking one pill aday just before dinner, and its working. Im wanting to lose 20lb. do you see a problem with just taking one pill aday? will it still work?
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your suppose to eat three meals a day you have probably already heard this but breakfast is the most important meal of the day if you do that and cut out the snacks i dont know why alli wouldnt work for you.xxxxxxxxxxxxx
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I think you should be having more meals in your day!
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I think you should be having more then one meal a day!
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Hey there! It is suggested to eat around 5 small meals a day. Once again the most important meal IS breakfast. If you are going to have 1 big meal a day… make it breakfast. Also snacking is OK as long as it is healthy snacks AND you are sure the snacks do not interfere with your small meals a day. Akki suggests 3 pills a day, you should obey these UNLESS your body is still adjusting!
best of luck!
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I’m the same way. I was anorexic when I was younger, and since then my eating habits and metabolism went crazy. From eating just the one meal a day for years, my body recognizes myself as being in a somewhat “anorexic state” and whenever I eat that one meal, it latches onto all the calories like crazy, making weight loss hard and weight gain easy. This is part of the reason why I started the Alli, because I had to figure out a way to not give my body all of those calories it was latching onto. However, even the doctor told me that while on it, I had to work on eating more during the day. On Alli or not, eating like that is unhealthy and in the end your body will never EVER be in good condition.
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Has anyone else had extreme lower back pain while taking Alli?
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Hmm… very seriously, I think its been linked w possible gallbladder issues, and I had mine removed long ago (not due to alli), and the back pain I had was something like this: Lowish back pain, throbby, kind of severe, circled around the front, felt like I couldnt breathe… didnt start out that bad… need an Ultrasound to detect it (or xray)
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Thank you! I’ll check it out.
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i lost 31lbs since sept using alli i’m now 140lbs and 5ft 8. very impressed with the product
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I’m about 5′8 and weigh about 155 and would love to get down to 140. What did your daily diet look like to lose the weight? I just started Alli 2 days ago and so far no difference.
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i have just ordered alli im 12 and a half stone i want to get down to 10 stone fingers crossed it works for me every 1 wish me luck xxxxxxxxxxxx
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I just started Alli this week. I am following the meal plan in the book with some substitutions. So weird the first day I lost 5 lbs…So unexpected…have lost a pound a day there after….only have 20 lbs to lose ….so I’m happy….no Side Effects at all Feel GREAT!! Good Luck!
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Hey has anyone drank Alcohol while taking Alli? I’m thinking just a glass of wine or 2 on the weekend….Let me know…I don’t want to have a PROBLEM…if you know what I mean..
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I drink miller 64, has no fat in it. You need to check the fat in what you want to drink
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When it comes to acohol most of them are okay to drink. stay away from white russians and milky or really high sugary drinks and if you drink mix drinks, pick diet sodas. light beer and white wines are recommended when on the pills.
Has anyone heard anything about this causing liver dammage?
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I used xenical when it first came out. I lost 50 pounds in 6 months and kept it off for 10 years. I now have some chronic health issues and have gained about 20 back. My Dr. has ok’d me to use alli and I have been for about 1 month. Weight loss seems slower, but I am older and alli is only 1/2 of what the xenical was. Watch your fat intake and you will be fine. Alli is nice because the side effects are way less too. I loved xenical and so far so good with the alli.
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Been on Alli for just over a week now – lost 8lbs so far – have had no nasty side effects although did have a bit of abdominal discomfort on day one but nothing much. If you follow the instructions and combine with a low fat diet you will be fine – if you chuck it down your neck thinking it is miracle pill then stuff your face you will come a cropper – simple as!!! So far I love Alli
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Have been on Alli for just over a week now and have lost 8lbs. Have had no side effects except for a bit of abdominal discomfort on day one – have been combing with a low fat diet although have drunk wine at the weekends and have had no undesirable effects – feel great and very positive – if you are sensible and follow the instructions of combining with a low fat diet you will lose loads without nasty side effects – good luck all
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i have been on alli since nov 09 and i have lost 19 pounds.. i love it
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i took my first pill lastnight and i have been violently sick all night is this normal i dont know if i have cought a flu or allergic please help xxxxxxxxxxxx
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Must be a coincidence. Alli will not make you ill.
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maybe you are pregnant and don’t know it because i never gotten sick or had any head aches thats why they tell you to ask a dcter before taking any weight loss pill.
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I took for the first time last night too and I was also violently sick in the middle of the night. Couldn’t sleep and vomited twice. I didn’t have a dinner high in fat, either. I’m going to call my Dr. before I try again.
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The first pill I took I was very sick to my stomach. I thought it was a coincidence, so I waited a day and started over the next day and I feel awful again. I guess it isn’t for me…bummer
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I read that some people are allergic to certain ingredients. If it continues I would discontinue use of Alli.
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I have been taking Alli for about 2 weeks now, and my side effects seem to be the opposite of everyone elses. I makes me very constipated. Has anyone else experienced this?
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Yes, and I also picked up 5 pounds, I eat low-fat, low-cal. foods, any suggestions?
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I have diabetes type 2 and hi blood pressure. My weight is climbing and I want to keep it off. I want to know if any have heard about using this product with these limitations?
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I am a type 2 diabetic also I take byetta and alli and have lost 16 pounds since november.these 2 works great 4 my blood sugar also
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Egg yolks are very fatty.
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I have been taking Alli for a week and I haven’t had any side effects. I haven’t lost any weight either. The only bad thing I’ve eaten is pizza, and I work-out everyday day for at least an hour.
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does it give you engery?
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will alli make me want to eat less with dieting?
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It will make you want to eat less unhealthy foods when you experience the treatment effects.
I started taking Alli with just a slightly healthier diet, as my plan to was transition over a period of a few weeks just as I did when I have up all sodas – because I failed many times before by just giving them up cold turkey, but on night 3 I experienced my first treatment effects and the next morning I immediately changed my diet so I was consuming even fewer calories, less fat, etc. The effects shouldn’t make you want to stop taking Alli, they should make you want to change your diet – I’m going to continue taking Alli because thinking about the effects really helps me out when I’m otherwise lacking the will power to avoid certain unhealthy foods.
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I have purchased Alli but am afraid to use it after hearing about the side effects of gas, etc.
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I’ve just finished my 2nd week I take one in the morning one at night – have had no side effects BUT have lost 11 1/2 lbs – husband also given it a whirl (takes one tablet at night and has lost 7lbs in 2 weeks also with no side effects BUT we are also on a low fat diet and using the Alli sheets to write down what we eat – try it!!!
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Alli is to be taken with meals. If not taken with food, it doesn’t do anything.
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Hey everyone i’m gonna purchase Alli tomorrow. What i’m gonna do is start practicing eating low fat foods then start taking it on sunday. I will give everyone an update once I get started. All your comments helped me decide to try it.
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think I will try it myself
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i have now been taking alli for two weeks now and have lost 11 pounds i was very ill at the beginning being sick but think that was a bug think that helped with the weight lose tho but im happy honestly every1 needs to try this xxxxxxxxxxxxx
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40 year old male here who has been using ALLI for all of two weeks. Have read all the horror stories about “treatment” affects so was pretty prepared. I weigh 189 and just cant seem to get past 185, my goal is 170. After 2 weeks, weight is down to 182 and its been so easy. I did have an oily BM but only once and of course it was when my meal was pretty high in fat. I watch my fat intake so its not a problem any more. Alli does seem to work very well. Follow the directions, no more then 15 fat grams and you will see results.
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my first pill tonight so we going see….
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for how long can I take alli? is it safe to use it monthly?
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hey everyone i have been on alli for about a week and i love it im more concious of my fat intake im used to taking pills that work fast but i gain it all back so im learning how to eat in moderation wish everyone good luck i have lost 6lbs in one week i started taking only one pill then i graduated to three i feel great i dont see any oil though i look for it i guess i dont eat as much oil as i used to so that is a good sign good luck!
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going to try it
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Can you take Alli if you have high blood pressure control with medication?
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I would like to lose 30lbs. I am only 4′10″ and weigh 140. I am unable to exercise much because disability. Can I still lose weight on Alli?
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Firstly What will happen if you drink alcohol on Alli? also i been taking it for 3 days, not sure if i have lost any weight but feel like rubbish, headache etc… really want to lose atleast half a stone in 10 days, is this possible?
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Alli doesn’t effect alcohol.
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I weight at 251 I started at 261 but i was on the ankins diet counting carbs. i am going to try alli first pill wil be on sunday with my two daughters i hope the poo that you all talk about is ok because i have trouble already and its not going like i should so hope it will help me go as it has a lot to do with weight lose,will let you no good luck to all of you already on the alli.
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OK, is it the low fat diet that is doing the work–or Alli. Sounds like Alli is the threat of punishment (uncontrolled bowels) that keep you on the straight and narrow. I’ve bought it, I’ll try it. But a low fat diet will automatically make you lose weight. If it takes the “paddle” of Alli to make us stay on the low-fat diet, I guess so be it. Wiah us beginners luck.
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I was thinking the same thing. If you eat virtually no fat, you’ll lose the weight, so what’s the point in taking the pill? To keep you on “track?”
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I am on day 3. Lost 3lbs in the first 2 days! I am 40 years old and have tried everything. I know that I need something that will work right away, so that I am motivated to stay with it. I am sure that the changes in food choice is the main factor here, but I think Alli is helping since I did not eat that badlt in the first place. The only other diet that worked that quickly was Atkins, and wow was that hard to stick with after a couple weeks! I think that the threat of an “accident” is motivational as well, and I could not come up with a better one! I have had no problems yet. I felt a little tummy gurgling on day 1. My plan is to get off the weight that I need to, for better health, and then use Alli as needed for maintenance. I have not been exercising for quite awhile, but with the first few lbs down, I feel like bellydancing again! (I still have 31 lbs to go…..and I will check back in soon!)
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I have been taking methadome for chronic pain,remeron,celexa and trazadone for anixty,depression and pdsd.I’ve been on them 1 yr now.Before these meds I weighed 110 lbs and could not gain weight.I now weigh 180lbs and can not lose any belly fat.I don’t eat breakfast,lunch or dinner.I eat a few garnola bars at night before bed.I exercise daily.I walk for 2 miles or walk trails for 2 hrs or more every day.Would Ali help me or any suggestions.I cannot get off the meds.I have horrible pains the meds dont stop it they do ease the pain some.Ay advice would be greatly appreciated.Thank you
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I’m not an expert, but with the knowledge I do have about weight loss, I believe you’ve actually stalled your metabolism and any chance of losing weight. Any program under 1200 calories per day will literally send your body into starvation, and it will cling to any fat reserves you have. Because of the 2 hours of exercise you’re getting each day, your caloric number is likely higher. Your best bet is to make an appointment with a nutritionist or a personal trainer, as they can tell you exactly what you need to eat to let your body know it’s safe to get rid of those fat stores. That situation sounds like one that would make any woman desperate, but your body doesn’t see your plan as a reason for it to lose the weight, but as a reason to hold onto it with all its might. I HIGHLY recommend clean eating diets if that helps guide you in any way to a solution, and talk to your doctor about pairing Alli with whatever program you decide on (the website might have more specifics about drug interactions).
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I started taking alli a week ago. I have had the side affects, but i have also been eating healthy. I just discovered that i am pregnant. Is this going to have any affect on my baby. I have ofcourse stopped using it.
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I am currently only about 20-25 pounds above where I’d like to be. Is Alli a good option for me? I’ve read a couple of conflicting posts… Thanks!
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Definitely give it a try – husband and I both had 2 stone to lose and at just a month in we have both lost a stone – he takes 1 tablet at dinner time I take 1 morning 1 evening. We have had no side effects but have changed to low fat diet but have alcohol and a treat at weekend – Alli has really fitted in with our lifestyle and we are both confident of losing that 2nd stone soon – good luck
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did you exercise or just eat healthy?
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Exercise!!!! Me!!!! Nah!! Think im living it up if I turn the TV over without the remote!!! Seriously though I do have dogs I walk but thats the extent of my exercise and I have an office job so sit down all day. The low fat diet has been the key really for us and we are both still losing and very positive about the whole thing -
do you have to eat healthy to loose weight while takin alli
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has anyone taken alli while pregnant? and do u know if it will hurt your unborn child?
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yeah think it says dont takewhile pregnant or breast feeding
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Why would u wanna diet when prego. Ur child needs thouse nutrients
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has anyone lost weight from taking 3 alli per day and only eating healthily and not doing exercise?
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have been taking al.li for bout 8 wks. lost 17lbs. take it 3x day. have a feeling if i cut back on the low or fat free calories i would do better. being a chef has its drawbacks but i also get creative.fat free fries low fat chix fingers burritos etc.
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What kind of vitamins should I take while on Alli?
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Fat soluble vitamins are Vitamin A, D,E, and K, so a multivitamin with those vitamins in it is a good idea.
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Am 12.10lbs been on alli for four weeks but have only lost 4lbs. any tips to get better results?
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I am 118 and 5 foot 2, but when I had my fat percentage measured, it was high (27%). I am interested in losing some of the fat, even though technically my BMI is still normal. I exercise a lot and eat pretty well. Do you think Alli would be helpful for me- I am interested if anyone else who as in my situation tried Alli, and what they thought. Also, I am generally constipated, so Im hoping Alli might even help with that issue too.
Any comments?
Thanks!
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the alli pill will most likely be a waste of money for you. it only really works with people who are obsest or boarderline.My sister is 115 and it didnt help her at all. If you have problem with constipation take dietary fiber supplements that you can get at like Walgreens of CVS. It helped me regulate (every day or every other day, i was going every couple of days) and avoid constipation
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I am taking 2.0 mg of Warfarin, does Alli thicken the blood. My last reading was 1.9 and they want it between 2 – 3.
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I don’t think you are meant to take Alli if you are already taking Warfarin. However I don’t know why, or how it affects your blood. I’d recommend asking your doctor.
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A.J.,
The key is to let your health care provider that is monitoring your INR know you are taking Alli. Alli interferes with the absorption of fat-soluable vitamins (one being vitamin k). The key with warfarin is if there are changes in meds or diet, you need to let them know. They can adjust your dose accordingly. Of course, you may need to have more frequent INR’s drawn until it levels out. Also, like with the multi-vitamin, your warfarin should be taken at night or 2 hours or more after Alli was taken. You can research it online as well.
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I am 5′10 and 165lbs. I am thinking about taking alli but I’m not sure if it it is worth it/it will help me lose about 10-20 pounds. Do you think alli will help?
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does the Alli pill work for men as well?
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Interestingly enough…I thought I would try Alli and also test it out as in “let’s see these horrible side effects.” I took my three daily doses of Alli all with fatty meals (pizza and stir fry). Absolutely nothing happened. I expected to be running to the bathroom constantly. Like I said, nothing. I am beginning to wonder what all the hoopla is about and whether Alli itself is a farse.
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Been taking Alli for 12 days, love the results. Already people are asking what am I doing to lose weight. Yes I have had the famous bathroom results OMG! and thanks goodness for pantyliners
but bathroom results are like a spank for the hand, telling not to eat the wrongs foods, well it taught me, eat right or its to the bathroom.( But most of the time I exercise) I was doing that before Alli, but now I am seeing results. Advice take vitamin at night.
Alli may not effect every single person the same, everyone has a different body chemistry. But most results seem similar.
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I just started taking Alli This morning with breakfast. I am 5′2″ and 228lbs. I am hoping for postive results. My mother and sister have both been taking Alli for some time now and all they do is bragg about their weight loss. My mother is on all kinds of meds(high blood pressure, breathing issues, high everything alomost) and she’s fine. I often get distracted on my own with weight loss but the idea of oily bowels and spots is a great motivator to do the right thing.
Good luck to everyone
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Im 336 lbs 5″ 5. i carry my weight well, but I NEED TO LOSE THE WEIGHT AND FAST. when i was younger. i had taken the maxium dosage of xenical and had oil slick. i was irresponsible back then and young. so im trying ALLI. i need to lose it. my goal weight would be 250 or 200. gotta start small you know? anyways, i took my first pill last night. wish me the best of luck, im 20 yrs old now and i havent been thin all my life. i need all the help and support i can get. i need to make a change. lets hope i have what it takes with Alli.
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Im 336 lbs 5″ 5. and carry my weight well, but I NEED TO LOSE THE WEIGHT AND FAST. when i was younger. i had taken the maxium dosage of xenical and had oil slick. i was irresponsible back then and young. so im trying ALLI. i need to lose it. my goal weight would be 250 or 200. gotta start small you know? anyways, i took my first pill last night. wish me the best of luck, im 20 yrs old now and i havent been thin all my life. i need all the help and support i can get. i need to make a change. lets hope i have what it takes with Alli.
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hey,i am 145lbs and have tried every sort of diet to try get back to 135lbs,just wondering is there anyone else around my weight and have tried alli, will it work for me?and do you get a booklet to tell u foods u cant eat and can eat?
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YES YOU DO GET A BOOKLET WITH THE STARTER KIT
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hello, i am 20 years old and weight 127-128. i have this gut that looks like i have had a c-section, and i cant seem to rid of this.ive tried all the diets, exercising, personal trainers, and even they cant explain it!. i was wondering if alli would be for me. i want to get down to 114-115 the least. my highest was 136 and i cant seem to get passed the 127 mark.
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Does anyone know if this will help lower trigliserides?
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Can I take Alli if I’m nursing my baby?
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Doe it work for men? I was very active till I hurt myself. Now All I do is put on the weight even though I walk 5 to 7 miles a day and watch what I eat.:(
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I love Alli. I have been on it for a couple of months and lost 17 pounds. Yes, you do to be honest, have oily stools if you aren’t eating correctly. When you first start it, give yourself a couple of weeks for your body to adjust. Stick close to a bathroom and I always wore a panty liner to avoid any embarrassing accidents. This really gives you the motivation to eat right and to keep dieting. It also gives you the luxury of splurging every once in awhile.
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i took alli for about three weeks with an extremely low fat diet. no excersise. about two pills a day and lost 17 pounds. stoppped taking it and gained it all back and more. :[ but im given it another try… day 2 on Alli..round 2. wish me luck!
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I have a question.. i am young.. 17… and i am overwieght i am only pounds away from hitting 200 and it really scares me. i am starting college in the fall and i dont want to gain even more wait when i start… i have been looking into alli and i just want peoples advice on if you think i should take it and see ahat happens or not.. i am very willing o change my habits i know it will be hard but i think i can do it. please give me some feed back thanks so much!!!!!
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Olivia I suggest you start exercising. I have a rule about 300 minutes of cardio a week. Change it up often to stop plateau. If you do that you’ll see some results. After you lose weight you need to offset the fact you can’t eat as much and a lot of people use exercise to offset it.
Eat clean on weekdays when you have a routine and spurge on the weekend (not binge). That’s how I’ve maintained my weight loss. For me I need a push out from maintenance. I can keep the weight off… just getting to the weight loss point is hard for me… So I hope Alli works to push me out of my stable point. (5’8 at 170). Considering I’m pretty good with my diet and I exercise everyday… (weights 3x a week and cardio 6-7x a week) I hope this helps…
I hope Salmon won’t give me the runs… that would suck…
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KML
I loss tons of weight during college by taking PE classes (2-3 per semester). I suggest taking a Martial Arts class if they have it and a running class. When your grade depends on it and it’s formally scheduled you’ll more likely go to the class. I never missed and lost weight. Good luck. Use the school to help you…
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can Ali be taken if you’ve had your gallbladder out?
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Im 18 about 5′0 or 5′2 and currently weigh 162
im looking forward to buying this product. Do u think it would work for me????
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Im 5′1″ and i weigh about 155 which is really heavy for someone so petite i want to try alli but im not sure if it would work for me maybe we could start the program together. =)
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Oohh I’m 5′4″ and 155lbs…I don’t know if it would work b/c from all these comments, it seems like we don’t have that much weight to lose…discouraging. Hopefully, someone can answer this question.
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I am 5′2 and when I started taking alllie 3 weeks ago I was 153 I am now down to 138. It has helped me tremindously. I am very active though and eat less that 1200 calories a day.
Hello everyone, thanks for all of advice. BUt i am very concern about hair loose it it true? I don’t mind take my VItimans but is it only curtain people has anyone experiance this hair loose? please please let me know. thanks
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Hi,
I’m 18, and I’m a girl. I currently weigh 155, and my height is 5′4″.
I’ve been reading the comments, and it seems that at my weight, Alli won’t work…does anyone close to my weight range know if Alli will work anyway?
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Hi. I am deciding if I want to take this suppliment. I have a question that I haven’t read in any other post. DOES THE ANAL OIL SMELL? Basically I would like to know 3 things. First, if you had the oil sepage, would the people arround you notice an odor? Second, can you smell anything when you change your panty liner? Lastly, if so, what does it smell like? Thank you for your honesty.
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iam a kenyan and i have a problem with my over weight.how can i get the slimming tablets to kenya coz i would love to try them
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I just started taking alli. 5 7 195 lbs. i pray this works. Im so discouraged. I want to feel sexy again and fit my clothes
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Ok I am 5′3″ and 145-150 lbs. I looked my best at 125lbs. Would someone PLEASE talk to me about whether or not it will work for me or not. Many posts asking this question but no one seems to respond. I just ordered some pills and don’t want to take if I am not overweight enough. Thank you.
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I’ve taken alli over the past 1 1/2 yrs. Granted it hasn’t been every day and I’ve only used about 2 bottles. But it does help in some ways. I’m also on Weight Watchers and have lost 70 lbs so far. There can be a few side effects but I’ve never experience anything embarrassing. It has caused some low iron levels. It really helps when you have to go out to eat (say when traveling for work). There are times no matter how hard you try you cannot stay on a low fat diet. I have noticed I will lose an extra 1 or 2 per week by using the product compared to not using it. But I try not to become dependent on it. It is a nice thought to eat all the fatty foods I want with no consequences. But if that was the case I wouldn’t have lost 70 lbs so far. My advice – try eating less, lower fat and less sugar and also exercise every day. If you need a little boost, then try alli. But don’t expect alli to do it all for you. It is no magic pill.
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