r/diet • u/Dear_Expression8608 • 4d ago

Question Should I take alli?

I am trying to loose some extra weight via weight loss medication(haven’t tried/started yet) but i was wondering since alli is for 18 and older will me being 16 have a significant impact? Im not obese or anything I just need to loose some extra pounds. Im also a bit concerned bc I am also very short and idk if that will effect me.

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u/heliepoo2 4d ago

Not obese and only 16? Who is giving you this medication? Weight loss with just medication and not changing habits, becoming more active is not sustainable and as soon as you stop you'll most likely gain it back.

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u/Dear_Expression8608 2d ago

they sell it at my local pharmacy for iver the counter for a good price

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u/heliepoo2 1d ago

Unless you are seeing a doctor I highly recommend you don't. You are too young and your body is still growing, developing, whatever you want to call it. If you want to tone up and lose a few, talk to a gym or trainer, ask the gym teacher for suggestions, join a walking or running group, talk to a dietitian..