The other is Meridia, which acts by making people feel full with less food. People are sometimes helped with approaches used by alternative medicine physicians. The trouble is, many times these doctors use approaches that have not been proven effective, which is why they are called alternative. Therefore, I cannot comment on whether you would be on a plan that works and is safe. This web site provides nutrition tips but also explains how to get an excellent guide for healthy eating a book called The American Dietetic Association s Food and Nutrition Guide.
Some people really benefit from seeing a dietitian, even if for just one or two meetings.
Dietitians can be very helpful, not only for helping you learn how to eat in a heathy manner, but also how to do so given your lifestyle and food preferences. You can navigate from the ADA web site to Find a Dietitian to find a professional in your area. All rights reserved.