do you think it would be ok if a 12 year old took a weight loss pill?

Question

If you think this would be ok then what weight loss pill would you recamend**? I plan on asking a doctor about this.

why do you people insist** that it is me?

Answer 1

NO NO NO NO NO!!!

That's why diet pills say for adults ages 18+

Some of their ingredients, including ephedra, excessive caffeine, and new drugs that haven't been tested by the FDA are in diet pills. They are unsafe for ALL people, but could be especially detrimental to a growing adolescent!

A healthy diet coupled with a mild exercise plan is the only safe way to lose weight.

Answer 2

NO! Diet pills could result in heart attacks, etc.. Have the child go on a healthy diet. For example, instead of getting a hamburger and fries at McDonald's, get a salad instead. Instead of having ice cream for a snack, have an apple or orange. Have him/her join a team or group and to get exercise and make new friends. These are only a few alternatives to healthy weight loss. A doctor will also explore with you other ways to help the child succeed.

Answer 3

No. Weight loss pills control appetite. Children are growing and need a healthy balance of nutritious meals. An overweight 12 year old who is serious about weight loss needs to focus more on building healthy eating habits and developing a daily exercise routine.

Answer 4

NO,NO,NO!!!! Don't do it, there are so many ways you could do damage to your body by using diet pills. You are so young, why would you want to use something that could harm your body, do you want to potentially live with the consequences for the rest of your life? I'm sure your doctor will strongly advise you to stay away from the pills, and suggest a diet and workout schedule that would be suitable for you. There is NO magic pill to lose weight. Sorry, but you have to use diet/exercise.

Answer 5

No, it is NOT okay for a 12 year old to take a diet pill unless directed by a doctor. Diet pills are dangerous: they could result in dehydration, and even kill you if you're not careful.

Answer 6

Hell no! your way too young and even if your old diet pills is not the answer. Diet pills never work!!

Today there is too much information available on losing weight that has become more confusing and sometimes difficult to follow. It’s actually very easy to lose weight if you follow my weight loss tips.


* Be in right frame of mind
Before you can start any diet program you need to be in the right frame of mind. If you do not feel good about yourself you probably will not want to choose healthy foods. You cannot expect the act of going on a diet to make you feel better about yourself. The only way you can choose to eat a healthy diet to lose weight is if you have a positive self-image.

* Eat whole food
Top weight loss tips
Eat whole foods that are as natural as possible. When you eat whole foods that are full of nutrients your body will know how much to eat and how much not to eat. You do not have to count calories because your body is a wonderful machine.

* Eat fresh fruit
Eat at least two servings of fresh fruit every day. Choose whatever type of fruit is in season.

* Drink enough water
Drink the best weight loss supplement known to man, water. Most people do not know the difference from being hungry for food or thirsty for water. A great deal of times people eat when they should drink. Most likely you will not feel as hungry if you are getting enough water. You will be satisfying the thirst, which is confused for hunger. Water also helps you digest food better. Drinking water before you eat will help fill you up.

* Always chew your food
Always chew your food well. Chewing your food well will ensure that you get the most nutrients out of your food. Getting the most nutrients will satisfy your body therefore you will eat less. Another benefit of chewing well is that it helps aid in digestion.

* Take small meals
Eat small, frequent meals in a day. Large meals tax your digestion system, making it work harder. Taking too much time in between meals makes you hungrier for the next meal. 5-6 small meals a day instead of 3 big ones

* Include protein at meal
Include good sources of protein at meal, chicken, fish, legumes, peanut, cottage cheese, eggs or yogurt.

* Shut off TV while eating
Shut off the TV whenever you eat – that includes meals and snacks. Studies show that we automatically eat larger portions when we snack in front of the tube, and typically those foods are high in fat and sugar, which means excess calories!

* Increase your physical activity ( Cardio )
Increase your physical activity. Most people are over weight because of a lack of physical activity. Start walking more, bicycling, walks your dog for longer periods of time, swim, dance and leave the car at home when you can. It’s important that you choose a physical activity that you enjoy because you’ll stick with it.

*Weight training ( Light 5 to 10 lbs )
buy some dumbells that are 5-10 lbs and do some exercises with them. Search google: Dumbell exercises and you will see a bunch of useful links along with pictures and description on how to do it. When gaining weight but your doing everything correctly and see changes in your shape, that means you are building muscle and muscle weighs more than fat so dont be alarmed when that happens

Answer 7

Unless they are grossly overweight I think it's a bad idea. A 12 year old ought to be off their butts and outside gettng some exercise and eating healthy food (parents!) It's a GREAT idea to ask a doctor. they may have a thyroid condition or something unrelated to lifestyle causing extra weight. Never try to self-diagnose or ignore health issues in your kids.

Answer 8

Stand up and walk atleast 5 mins after evry 2 hours while working

Answer 9

Absolutely not!! I don't put much stock in diet pills of any kind, for anyone.

Answer 10

Use blue plates If you put food on blue plates it can cause you to eat less