With obesity rates continuing to sore, it is no surprise that many people turn to diet pills and weight loss programs to battle the bulge. According to a recent report (Marketdata) the typical American dieter now makes 4 weight loss attempts per year—the highest number in 15 years.
The U.S. weight loss industry is worth over $60 billion dollars, of which nearly $3 billion represents sales of diet pills and meal replacements.
But do these products actually work and are they safe?