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Pills, powders, and herbs promising a speedy fix are frauds, they say. Accelerating the metabolism and suppressing the appetite can cause high blood pressure, a fast heart rate, and lung and cardiac problems.
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Some diet medications aren't safe for teens because they're addicting and include stimulants. They're unhealthy.
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The FDA believes many store-bought diet medications are illegal. Diet pills can be poisoned, contaminated, or include stimulants, causing health concerns or death.
Don't believe "guaranteed" or "scientific breakthrough"The FDA can only publish notifications and cautions about dietary supplements.
"All-natural" pills aren't always natural.
No weight-loss medication exists. CHLA encourages parents to assist their children lead healthy lifestyles by eating well and being active.
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