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This product was horrible! The instructions tell you that there could be reactions with fatty greasy foods. I couldn't even eat a sandwich with no mayo or oil just mustard without major gas and an oily discharge, that had a strange smell. I know this sounds gross but I'm trying to warn you. No food is safe to eat with this product in fear that you might have a sensation that feels like you peed your pants and actually takes you back to childhood and what it might've felt like to potty train. Very embarrassing and like I said I wouldn't even want my worst enemy to try and deal with what I had to.
Uncontrollable bows
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I love alli. It has helped me lose 19 pounds in just 2 months. Its really easy and all the side effects have been managable. I haven't had to exercise or anything. I still want to lose 15 more but i'm sure alli will get me there.
from alabama on 8/1/2008
This has helped me lose weight slowly but effectively
[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
This is NOT a miracle drug. I tried this immediately when it came out. I like probably everyone experienced the side effects at first. I hate to break it to everyone else complaining but if you had diarrhea that meant you were eating TOO MUCH FAT, PERIOD. I read the side effects and how to avoid them, after a day I was able to better determine what I could and couldnt eat, case in point I ate oatmeal one morning, forgot about the pill, and ate a small popcorn no butter, but still got the side effects so obviously that popcorn was worse than I thought. If you are getting the side effects reevaluate what your eating it's obviously NOT gonna work even without the pill. It is based on a low-fat diet, therefore if your still getting the effects your not doing enough on YOUR part. ALLI HAS CHANGED MY LIFE. I am a 29yo male, I let myself slip to 285lbs. I kept falling asleep and after talking with a doctor I was diagnosed as "prediabetic." I immediately changed my eating habits and daily activities. I cut cola and the whites out of my diet,(whites= white bread, potatoes, rice, pasta), I started the week of Thanksgiving 2007. I didnt just try and eat different, you need to make other changes too, I walked the grocery cart back, parked far away took stairs and most important for me informed my friends to keep me in check if they saw me ordering something bad. I now weigh 238, have lowered my high blood pressure to what the doctor said was perfect, have a controlled sugar lever and am NOT on insulin, and most importantly I feel so much better about myself, I am still a XL but I just feel more confident and it shows. ALLI is well worth the work, if your willing to change it will help you out.
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Did not help me lose any wt. Caused bad gas and diarrhea even with low fat meals. Better be near a bathroom at all times!!! Did low fat and still after 30 days only lost 3lbs. Hardly worht the steep price not too mention side effects lasted weeks after discontinued use.
from Chicago IL on 7/13/2008
Alli is an inexpensive supplement that I believe has helped me lose weight. Its not a miricle cure. Alli's use should be in conjunction with a balanced diet and exercise program. I believe it is one more successful tool to use in a healthy weight loss program.
from Fairburn, GA on 6/24/2008
If the product is used as directed, low-fat, low-cal you can really lose weight.
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from Fresno, CA on 6/14/2008
It is true that you will have side effects if you consume more then you should of fat at any eating. However, I would recomend Alli to those who are looking for a supplement to help out in their fight to loose weight. I am loosing weight and it is a slow process, so if you are looking for a quick fix then this product is not for you.
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from Asheville,NC on 6/13/2008
My goal was to lose about 15lbs, I started with a diet but that didn't help me much, I was loosing about 1 pound in two weeks wich wasn't enough for me. I tried Alli and first two weeks I lost 5lbs, the next two weeks I lost 3lbs, and that's exactly how I wanted to lose weight. Eat small portions of food, include everything in your diet and exercise. It didn't require any major chages. I love the way Alli works, it's a great help to lose weight.
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from Oregon on 4/3/2008
I started Alli on August 1st 2007. I followed to a "T" and I was walking up to 5 miles a day 5 days a week. I followed a 1200 calorie diet which I did eat more if I wanted to. I reached 50 lbs weight loss on November 1st 2007. Through the Holiday's I wasn't the healthiest and that was when I got the treatment effects. I didn't gain any weight but I also didn't loose any weight. Now I am back on track and I have lost 5 lbs in the first week. When I wasn't on track I was just living and maintaining my weight loss which I felt that I needed to really do that. But with the help of Alli and a healthy diet and exercise I went from a size 18 to a size 8 and I feel great.
[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
from San Francisco, CA on 4/1/2008
I'm down to the very last 8 pounds that I need to lose, and I was at a plateau for about six months. Alli, combined with sensible meals + exercise (although I eat closer to 1600 - 1700 calories/day... otherwise I feel sick), is totally working. On it for three weeks now, I'm down 2 pounds. Only six to go.
[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]
from Fort Worth, Texas on 3/27/2008
I now eat breakfast everyday. 3 healthy low fat meals a day and 2 snacks---make the weight come off even. I am learning to eat very healthy. At first it was hard to get in 1200 calories, even tho I was allowed many more. I am loosing 1-3 lbs a weeks. I have not had any 'treatment effects'. I recomend Alli to my friends! They can see what it is doing for me.
[7 of 7 customers found this review helpful]
ALLI IS REALLY GOOD!!!! I LOST 15 POUNDS IN 2 WEEKS, MY GOAL IS TO LOSE 50 LBS. I START WITH 213 LBS. NOW I'M 198 LBS. I WANT MY DIABETIES, SLEEP ATHNEA, AND HIGH BLOOD PRESURE TO GET BETTER OR DESAPEAR AND ALLI IS HELPING ME VERRY MUCH THANK GOD FOR ALLI.
[8 of 8 customers found this review helpful]
I didn't check off any "cons" because, although it did say "causes side effects", I didn't want to have it say just that. It ONLY causes side effects if your fat intake is WAY too high. I only had side effects twice in the past THREE months and they weren't unmanageable... annoying, yes. Unmanageable, NO. Alli has helped me lose 17 lbs of stubborn weight (I have Hashimoto's Thyroiditis/hypothyroidism) and have a VERY difficult time losing weight because of it. But, Alli changed all that. Now I CAN lose weight. I HIGHLY recommend it. :)
[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
from DALLAS,TEXAS on 3/17/2008
WORKS WELL WITH NO PROBLEMS
[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
I started taking the pills 2months ago. I have lost 20lbs with just changing my eating habits. I have yet to exercise (It's on the way!!)
The pill is the best I ever had with NO Side EFFECTS except if you eat too much fat it will let you know right away. I can not find anything wrong with the pill. I have recommended it to all my friends and family.
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I have been using alli for one month now and along with exercise: cardio 4 times a week and at least crunches, pushups and leglifts ever day. I also have started to really look at my calorie intake. I make sure to get enough calories but not to many. I also cook with cooking spray and eat a lot more veggies now. I take alli with almost every meal. But be aware of what you are eating. I thought one little fast food treat would be okay, just once durring the month. Yep.. alli does what it is supposed to do. And it was a very unplesant next day. It teaches you how to eat right. I definitely recomend this to anyone who had tried diet products that have not worked.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Tempe, AZ on 2/20/2008
I had just given birth, and I was determined to lose the rest of my baby weight before Spring Break! I figured that I'd try Alli on a recommendation from a friend to help shed the last 15 pounds quickly in addition to the healthy diet and daily exercise I did anyway.
The first pill I took produced such strong stomach pains that I spent the entire day on the toilet emptying my bowels from both ends. After the second day, I became so severely dehydrated that I had to be admitted to my local hospital. I followed the instructions exactly, and I have no stomach conditions prior to taking Alli.
After two days in the hospital, the staff informed me that I had a particularly nasty allergy to Orlistat, the active ingredient in these pills. They also said that the allergy was far more common than people think, and that many side affects people experience while on this pill are because of an allergy, not a high fat intake.
I'm writing this review to inform you all: DO NOT TAKE THIS PILL IF YOU HAVE ANY FOOD ALLERGIES. Seriously, it's not worth taking the chance that you're allergic to this too. I've given birth, and I can safely say that the reaction I had to this drug was far more painful. I feel that this is a bad product, because the company marketing it does not advertise the fact that severe side affects due to an ALLERGY, not disregarding the instructions, is more common than I think any drug that has the FDA's approval should have.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Clearwater,Fl. on 2/11/2008
My husband uses the product and he's very happy with it. My body needs another product because it created leakage for me.
[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
I have had nothing but success to this program, I ate usually once a day and have had 3 kids. Over the years gained weight even with all the activity I did with a household of 6. I have always had a hard time putting effort to any exercise program. But so far with Alli, I have not given up... I have been using it for 10days, I eat more than I ever did, 3 meals a day and snacks.. Just changed what I was eating, all the foods I love have a non fat version, so I gave them a shot... I am loving it ! I have lost 13 lbs in 10 days eating more now than I ever have! Only once I ate over my fat intake and had deep fried food and payed for it that night..... in the bathroom. But with all due respect, I am glad it happened. I am hoping that since it has no boost of energy supplements in it, that the weight coming off will encourage me to get somekind of exercise to complete the total loss I want, and change my life! start weight was 183, todays weight 169.5 YAY! for Alli !
p.s. I can eat 1600 calorie day, but intake only about 700-900 and Fat gram usually per day come to around 25 instead of 54... but I am always full! :P
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from Chicago, IL on 1/23/2008
I began using Alli when it first came out in June. I'm prediabetic with a heart condition, and it was imperative for me to lose weight; however, nothing ever seemed to work. I have lost 70 pounds since June. I need to lose 10 more, and, thanks to Alli, I'm sure I'll do it! Sure, there are treatment effects, but it you follow the directions and eat what you're supposed to, you can avoid them. That's the whole point of Alli anyway--teaching you to eat properly while helping to support you in your loss of weight. I have incorporated exercise, along with Alli and a healthy diet, into my daily routine, and I'm finally feeling much better. Thank you, Alli, for helping me to achieve my dream. I don't think I could have done it without you!
[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
Works only with diet and exercise. Make sure not to go over 15 grams of fat with each meal. But the website is great and a proven help
[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
this product was fairly easy to take and is very helpful.i did not diet at first but i lost 35 pounds with it.
then i started exercising taking the pill yet not dieting and i already lost 65 in 3 weeks..
this product works...and it's better than any other diet product.it actually helps you lose weight and does not cause side effect cause it only works with your digestive system..
if its working for me..it can work for you..
TRY IT.I PROMISE YOU'LL NEVER REGRET IT!
[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
from Goldthwaite, TX on 1/5/2008
This product definitely helped me lose weight quickly. I am one of those people that have tried many different products, and enjoy the ones that give the extra energy "kick" when taken. If you are a person that does not feel comfortable with the extra energy, or have tried other products and get that nervous, jittery, or just uneasy feeling. This may be the product for you. I never noticed an increase of energy...at all. Also, take note that this product does not claim to be an appetite supressent, and does not do so.
I must admit however, that if deodorant can have a warning label "do not eat" or a blow dryer can have a caution label saying "do not use while washing hair"...I recommend that this product have one that says something along the lines of..."Do not attempt flatulance while taking this product". It often knows how far you are from a bathroom...and it will race you there!!!
[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
from Milwaukee WI on 12/13/2007
I was at a very frustrating weight plateau and this took me past it. The side effects were VERY minimal. I was worried because of some of the things that I heard. Although, I also had heard that you could avoid those side effects and I found that this is absolutely true. Be smart and the worst you will experience will be a little gas at night for a week or two.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from St. Louis,MO on 12/7/2007
As long as you watch your fat intake carefully you won't have to make sure you are close to a bathroom.
from Charlotte, NC on 11/12/2007
Not good did not do as advertised.
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from St. Louis on 11/10/2007
I have not used many "diet pills" but the few I have tried over the years, just made me feel "weird" This is totally different, you don't feel anything. You just take the pill, eat less than 15 grams of fat per meal, and pounds DO come off!! I have been able to stick with the 15 gram rule for the most part, but even when I did go over, I have not had any bad side effects, other than loose stools.
[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
from Linden, NJ on 11/10/2007
I have been taking alli since June 18th and have lost 40lbs. Treatment affects only occur if you eat to much oily or fatty foods. Which you shouldn't be doing if you are trying to lose weight!! The directions are very specific and honest. If you follow the plan you will lose weight with minimal side affects. I would reccomend this product to anyone who is willing to be consistent and is serious about losing weight and being healthy!!
[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
I started at 150 lbs and am now 121 lbs--my goal weight was 125 lbs, so I'm thrilled! Alli is not a short-cut. I ate right and I exercised 4x per week for an hour. What it did was maximize my weight loss and keep me honest because the only times I have experienced side effects is when I have cheated and eaten too much fat. That helps to keep you in check. If you eat right, you won't have any side effects. I take 1 with each meal, unless the meal I am eating contains less than 3 grams of fat. If the meal contains less than that, I will skip the dose because it seems like a waste of money. I highly recommend this product when you are truly and honestly ready to lose weight.
[0 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
from Batavia, Ohio on 10/18/2007
I only take 1 a day sop I do not get the full effect. Seems to work fine though.
[1 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
Tell everyone about it It works Worth the price
[3 of 5 customers found this review helpful]
Have used this for alittle over 2 weeks, have lost 8 pounds. I am eating healthier then ever before and sticking to their diet menus and it works. No bathroom problems, because I have cut out almost all of the fat intake. Few times upset tummy but no treatment effects. Can tell a difference in my clothes they are getting looser.
I love My Alli
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from Aventura, FL on 10/6/2007
I began using Alli in June and have lost 25 pounds so far. I have experienced more intestinal gas than normal, but no oily side effects. If you stick to the plan as prescribed and excersice regularly you will be rewarded with the weight loss. It takes a change in eating habits and for those that are seeking for a quick fix, this is not the product for you.
[4 of 6 customers found this review helpful]
I have been on every diet known to man. Even contimplated by-pass surgery. Alli is my saving grace. Have lost over 80 pounds now and counting. The only time you get side-effects or treatment effects that are unpleasant is if you eat a meal too high in fat. Not a miracle pill you still must count calories and fat grams. Has worked for me!!!!!!!!
[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
from Ontario, Ca on 9/21/2007
I started using Alli June 2007 and I am satisfied I have lost alomost 25 lbs. not to mention inches : ) yes it has some side effects but only if the fat intake is too much I control what I eat and have had the effects 2x's in 3 months. It's a bit expensive but worth it I think so.My frien at work saw the results and is now taking it herself she is happy too!!!
[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
from Lakeland, FL on 9/12/2007
I would recommend this to anyone who has a problem getting motivated to diet. It does have side effects, as the box clearly indicates, but for me it lasted under 2 weeks. My experience with it has been slow because I haven't exercised or dieted. I have lost 6 lbs and I am not even trying!!. I love it!! And I am beginning to get motivated!!
A word of advice...stick to the recommended daily amout. Good luck!!
[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
I bought the 60 pill start up kit and it is okay so far.
If I eat food with oil in it, I do see oil when I go to the bathroom. So, I know that it is blocking the oil or at least coming out of my body. :p
I am almost done with my 60 pills and I have not had side effects. Sometimes I do have stomache if I ate something really bad, but it's not leaking or anything I cannot control.
I need to force myself to start excerising. But, I do feel my stomach a little bit smaller.
I will continue to use this and get the 120 pill refill and start exercising.
I have not weight myself yet. But, I know it's doing something because I see the oil coming out.
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from LINCOLN, NEBRASKA on 9/9/2007
OK- I REALLY gave this a try. 2 months and 11 days is all I could take. I lost 16lbs but I think it was due to the Side Effects. I know what your thinking- he ate a lot of fat. This is true, for the first 8-9 days then it hit me. DO NOT EAT A HIGH FAT DIET WITH THIS DRUG! You WILL have accidents if you do. I work in an office with many people and even after eating VERY low fat meals I had gas, diarrhea, cramps, leakage(this is bad)and nausea. This was very embarrassing. People could actually hear my stomach/ bowels rumbling. Some tips that worked for me: First STOP TAKING IT. Eat low fat & sugar, a lot of fiber, and walk(REALLY works). Take a Multivitamin w/ Alli. Eat 6-8 small meals/ day. Take fiber- this calms down the diarrhea and cramping. When you do eat some fat surround it with ruffiage- lettuce, green veggies, bran, etc.. NO small fat snacks- chips, candy, mints, or sugary cereals. YOU WILL PAY if you do. Keep Baby wipes in the bathroom and car along with an extra pair of underwear. No, I'm not kidding. Honestly, I appreciate the Drug Companies making this, but for all the trouble you have to go through- its just not worth it! This is the same ingredient, Orlistat that was in those chips that caused the same side effects. Lastly, sorry about the long letter, Alli is very Expensive. I spent about [$] for 3 months and as soon as I stopped taking it the weight came right back- even while I maintained a low fat diet. Walk, Fiber, Low Fat, and Low Sugar! If a lazy, beer drinking, big butt Husker like me can lose weight YOU CAN TOO!!
[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
I have been on Alli since June 2007. I have lost a total of 22 pounds. Yes, there are side effects if you consume too much oily foods. I had the problem of uncontrollable bowel movements in the beginning because I COMSUMED TOO MUCH FAT!!! The key is to cut your fat, and I did not exercise. I just lost weight!
[1 of 5 customers found this review helpful]
from fredericksburg va on 8/29/2007
I'm wondering what else this product is blocking
[4 of 5 customers found this review helpful]
I have been using for just over 10 weeks and lost 28 pounds. You do have watch your diet carefully and you do have to exercise but alli helps keep you focused. Great product I would recommend to anyone.
[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
This pill will most definately make you lose weight, but the side effects are in no way worth it!!!! I had heard before taking it that you may have a lot of gas, or even an oily discharge with your gas. That is an understatement! You absolutely have no control of you bowels if you happen to eat anything with any fat content in it! It forces you to lose weight because if you eat any fats, you immediately lose it all through diarrhea, et...... I had uncontrolled loss of my bowels twice, in which there was no turning back, and an accident had to happen. It was humiliating, and scary. Even after i stopped taking the pills it took up to two weeks before i could have a normal bowel movement. I would not recommend this to anyone. I had a friend try it to, and her doctor even put her on it, and she had the same issues. Terrible stuff. Wouldn't give it to my dog, too much would need to be cleaned up all the time!
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Pembroke Pines, FL on 8/20/2007
Hasn't worked, but also I have not been able to exercise as I would normally due to work constraints. Want to give it longer and try to get back to exercising. In any event, will likely help my cholesterol
[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
from Kennett Square, PA on 8/14/2007
Alli has really helped me to not only lose weight but, more importantly, has helped me to change my eating habits. I also found the disclosures regarding treatment effects to be informative and honest. I have already recommended this product to friends and family.
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from Illinois on 7/30/2007
I had a few side effects at first when I started this product, but now I know what I can & can not eat to avoid that & have had no problems since. I love this pill!!
[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
I took this medication by prescription and I pay over [$] for 120 pills which I never pay for meds. This is the ONLY pill I take for weight lost, because not only does it work, it's safe. I tell all my friends about this pill. I love it I am so glad it's now over the counter. Now I can buy it at a reasonable price. Believe me, it works!!!!!! I lost 20 pounds with the pill in 2-3 months and I was able to eat a lot of what I wanted. What more can you ask for.
[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
from bryant, arkansas on 7/21/2007
At last a product that really works! I've lost 20 lb. in a month. My husband on the other hand, whom has not changed his diet or eating habits has lost less than 5 lb.
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from Dover, DE on 7/13/2007
I am so happy that Alli is available over the counter and at an affordable price. The product works and is excellent for those who are serious about weight loss.
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from Houston, Tx on 7/9/2007
I love the product but it is sometimes difficult to locate. I am very happy with the results so far but am concerned when I go to purchase more there won't be any in the store.
[4 of 5 customers found this review helpful]
from ST. PETERSBURG, FL on 7/9/2007
I HAVE ONLY BEEN TAKING ALLI FOR 2 WEEKS BUT I HAVE LOST 10 POUNDS SO FAR AND HAVE NO SIDE EFFECTS, WITH EXCEPTION OF FREQUENT NEED TO URINATE. I RECOMMEND THIS FOR EVERYBODY AND AM ANXIOUS TO SEE HOW SOON I WILL BE ABLE TO STEP ON TO THE SCALE AND IT SHOWS UNDER 200 POUNDS. I STARTED OUT AT 265.
[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
from Dallas, TX on 7/6/2007
Easy to use few side effects but worth it
[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
Girls, it definitely works, but if you are planning to eat anything greasy, seriously, wear a pantyliner! It really does cause spotty oily discharge no matter how careful you are. But, not so bad I'll stop using it...
[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
I have been using this exactly as recommended, have been exercising, watching my diet and not only have not lost weight but have gained 5 pds. Have had thyroid tests done which were normal and am not pregnant. Go figure! On the prescription dose I lost 45 pds,so I was really excited about this new OTC version. Now I'm thinking it's just a way to trick people into paying for another run of the mill diet drug.
[3 of 5 customers found this review helpful]
Definetly works. However be close to a bathroom.