Will the new diet drugs work for you?
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Researchers are trying to develop a drug to treat obesity. The tendency to become overweight seems to be genetic, and the protein in the drug would keep the body from becoming obese. The existing prescription drugs fenfluramine and phentermine appear to promote weight loss.
Publication Name: Mademoiselle
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0024-9394
Year: 1995
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Natural wonders? Just because these diet products sound healthy doesn't necessarily mean they're good for you
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Herbal diet pills and drinks that contain the herb ephedra have side effects that range from problems with jitters and sleeplessness to high blood pressure. Ephedra contains ephedrine, which is a powerful central-nervous-system stimulant.
Publication Name: Mademoiselle
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0024-9394
Year: 1993
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Yoga: a workout for body and soul
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Practicing yoga offers health benefits and also increases strength and flexibility and relieves stress. Four variations on traditional yoga are described: sivananda, iyengar, jivamukti and ashtanga.
Publication Name: Mademoiselle
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0024-9394
Year: 1993
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