Mary's Favorite Diet Supplements

There are only a few weight loss & diet supplements that I recommend, because I use them myself.

As you may know, like many people with hypothyroidism, I struggle to get off and keep off extra weight. So whenever I find something I feel is particulary helpful, I am very excited to let you know. I've tried things in the past and some of them have been a big bust. Like the "starch-blocker" pills (BUST), and at least for me, ephedra... (BIG BUST, PLUS HEART PALPITATIONS!)

But my ongoing efforts to continue to lose weight go particularly well when I'm following my Thyroid Diet, doing more weight-bearing exercise, and the other thing that helps me are certain supplements I particularly like.

First, let me tell you that I have mitral valve prolapse. And so FORGET ephedra, the supplements that have high doses of caffeine, or some of the other stimulating supplements -- they give me awful palpitations and I simply can't take them. But I'm better able to stay on track, reduce my appetite, feel less bloated using certain non-stimulating supplements.

(Keep in mind, I'm eat low-glycemic, low-sugar, try to avoid starchy carbs, focus on protein, veggies, some fruit, so when I'm able to lose weight, it's due to a combination of optimized thyroid, diet, exercise, and good supplements.)

In any case, if you're interested in trying out the products I like and regularly use, here's the info. I buy most of mine from Iherb.com. Those of you know have been reading me for a long time know that this is one of the few companies I always recommend -- they have the absolute best prices, great service -- a trustworthy, excellent online retailer. But you also can get these supplements from most health food stores or natural groceries as well.

	Country Life GenaSlim GenaSlim uses a natural, effective, patent pending weight loss ingredient called SLIMALUMA to help suppress appetite. It also includes EGCG from green tea, for fat burning. You can read more about Slimaluma/caralluma fimbriata here Order Country Life, GenaSlim Slimaluma from Iherb.com
	Paradise Hoodia Hoodia is a succulent plant from South Africa that has appetite suppressant properties. Read my article about hoodia for more informationa about this fascinating plant. Hoodia is notoriously erratic in terms of quality. The only brand I like is Paradise Hoodia. Order Paradise Herbs Hoodia from Iherb.com
	Conjugated Linoleic Acid Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA) is a fatty acid derived from safflower oil. The patented Tonalin formula has been tested, and may help reduce body fat and increase muscle. Order Source Naturals Conjugated Linoleic Acid /Tonalin from Iherb.com
	Natural Factors, 7 Day Total Nutritional Cleansing Program A great way to start off your diet or new way of eating. This is an easy detox program you can follow at home, including nutritional shakes and supplements. You add in healthy meals of veggies and low-fat proteins, and you have a week-long, healthy detox that is a terrific way to jumpstart a weight loss plan. I do this detox several times a year, just to help keep my system balanced. Order Natural Factors 7 Day Total Nutritional Cleansing Program from Iherb.com
	Dr. Levine's Ultimate Weight Loss Formula -- Fiber Drink One of the basics for anyone with a thyroid problem who wants to lose weight is to up your fiber intake substantially. It's hard to do just with foods, so one of the best ways I've found to do this is to add a fiber supplement. My favorite? Dr. Levine's Ultimate Weight Loss Formula, basically a fiber "shake" mix that, mixed with water, makes a zero-calorie shake with 17 grams of fiber per serving! Find out more about Dr. Levine's Ultimate Weight Loss Formula now.

One study found that as many as 40% of overweight people had evidence of a dysfunctional thyroid, a problem that could be contributing to your weight gain in the first place, and to your present difficulty losing weight. Other practitioners believe that the actual numbers are much higher!