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The array of weight loss supplements available on the market can be very confusing to the consumer. Here are a few of the common types and how they will benefit someone who wants to lose weight. These supplements fall into two categories, those that directly aid quick weight loss and those that promote general health and will support weight loss.

Appetite suppressants are probably the most popular type of supplement for dieters. They stop a person from feeling hungry. When a person does not feel hungry they are much less likely to over eat or indulge in sweet treats. Stronger versions of this can also be given by prescription.

Another useful type of supplement is the carbohydrate blocker. This works by stopping the body from metabolizing carbohydrates (especially sugar) properly. This is very useful to people on a low fat diet, as it will block the other source of high calorie intake. However, caution must be used with this type of supplement, as it can be a problem with certain medical conditions, particularly diabetes.

Fat blockers were previously only available on prescription but can now be purchased over the counter. They work by stopping the body from digesting up to 25% of fat eaten. This means that the fat will pass straight through the digestive system. This can lead to some unfortunate side effects. However, these side effects can provide motivation to avoid foods that are too fatty. This supplement can also combine badly with some medications.

One of the more popular types of purely herbal supplement is the metabolism booster. As the name would suggest, these boost metabolism, which means that the body uses more fuel without any extra effort. This in turn means that simply following the usual exercise and diet program will result in even more fat burning each week. Another beneficial effect of these is usually an increase in energy.

Many people on a restricted diet like to take vitamin and mineral supplement. This is because when following a restricted diet, a person may not get all the vitamins and minerals that they need from their ordinary food intake. There are many varieties of these tablets available; they usually contain good amounts of the B vitamins and other compounds that may be beneficial to a dieter.

There is a growing trend for super fruit drinks. These are blends of fruit juices, concentrates and extracts from various exotic fruits that have very high levels of beneficial micronutrients. They often contain things like acai and blueberry, to supply things like antioxidants and phytonutrients. Most of them claim to supply multiple health benefits such as promoting healthy cholesterol, blood sugar and healthy joint function.