Scrap 'quick-fix Diets And Tea-toxes' In New Year
Image copyright Getty Images If your New Year resolution is to lose some weight, avoided fad diets, because they don’t work and can be harmful, says NHS England’s top doctor.
Diet pills, “tea-toxes” and appetite suppressant products are no quick fix, says Prof Stephen Powis, NHS medical director.
Products making this claim can have side-effects, including diarrhoea and heart issues, he warns.
Getting in shape safely takes time and requires eating sensibly, and exercise.
As the public gets ready for New Year’s Eve, Prof Powis also warned of the dangers of “party drips” or quick fix hangover cures.
Party drips
Last year, model Kendall Jenner was hospitalised following a bad reaction to a nutrient therapy IV drip, made up of saline solution, magnesium, calcium, B vitamins and vitamin C.
In extreme cases, regularly resorting to drips for hangover remedies can cause nausea, liver injury, or demise due to a toxic overdose of vitamin A.
Is it really worth injecting vitamins ? Lose weight: start the NHS 12-week weight loss plan Quit smoking: download the NHS Smokefree app for advice and a free personal quit plan Get active: boost your fitness with fun and practical ideas to help you get into shape, including Couch to 5K, Strength and Flex and the NHS Fitness Studio Drink less alcohol: calculate your divisions, get tips-off on cutting down, track your drinking and find out where to get help and support Eat more fruit and veg: whether you’re cooking for their own families or feeing on the go, our tips-off and recipes can help you get your five a day
Scrap 'quick-fix Diets And Tea-toxes' In New Year
Scrap 'quick-fix Diets And Tea-toxes' In New Year
Scrap 'quick-fix Diets And Tea-toxes' In New Year
Scrap 'quick-fix Diets And Tea-toxes' In New Year
Scrap 'quick-fix Diets And Tea-toxes' In New Year