Provides information on the effects and risks of various diet drugs. Features a list of key people and advocacy groups, facts and illustrations, primary source quotes, a chronology, a list of related organizations, and additional resources.
Provides information on diet pills, discussing a culture which is focused on weight, appetite suppressants, fat burners, metabolism boosters, body image, and other related topics, and examining potential dangers of their use.
Describes the various types of drugs used in weight control, defines the difference between safety and effectiveness, explains the risk of becoming addicted to diet drugs, and includes sources for information and counseling about eating disorders.
Discusses the cultural influences that make young people want to lose weight, and describes the dangers that often come with diet pills and misused herbs and supplements. Also includes a glossary and lists of related books and organizations.
Presents information on the history and use of diet pills and weight loss supplements, explains how they work, and discusses their effectiveness and side effects. Includes resources forfurther study.
Presents information on the history and use of weight-loss drugs and discusses the different types of drugs and their effects on the body. Includes resources for further study.
