Chances are you've already heard the buzz about Alli. It is the first over the counter diet medication to be approved by the Food and Drug Administration. According to the company website, Alli blocks 25 percent of the fat a person eats. Unfortunately, the fat loss does not come without a price. Side effects include flatulence, loose stools and uncontrollable bowel movements. You can easily avoid these unpleasant side effects by following a few simple steps.
Take Alli as directed. According to the Alli guide, one pill should be taken within an hour of each meal.
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Avoid high fat meals. Alli prevents the digestion of 25 percent of the fat a person eats. This undigested fat is eliminated through bowel movements. Therefore, the more fat you consume, the greater the risk for unpleasant side effects.
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Count fat grams. When you are using Alli your individual meals should contain less than 15 grams of fat. The Alli starter kit contains a nutrition guide which will help you count the fat grams in common foods. If you do not have the nutrition guide, you can purchase a fat gram counting booklet at a book or health store.
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Prepare for the worst. If you are a new Alli user you may not be able to predict how your body will react to the drug. Always keep a fresh pair of undergarments and wear dark pants until you are confident that you can avoid an Alli-related accident.
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Keep a food journal. Jot down the foods you eat and the treatment effects while taking Alli. This will help you choose--and avoid--foods that have caused unpleasant side effects.
Tips & Warnings
Consult your physician before starting a diet plan.
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