Michelle
Because of health risks they are recommending NOT to take over the counter diet pills such as dexatrim due to causing bleeding in the brain. If you want to lose weight, talk to your doctor. There are meds out there that they can prescribe and he will monitor your progress safely. I have been struggling with weight due to stress. My doctor prescribed Adipex for short term due to the long-term adverse effects. This will give me a "jump start" and with watching what I eat and exercise...it is beginning to help. It takes time and commitment. Good luck!