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Sade:  Has anyone tried the Alli diet pills? I heard they have some crazy side effects and wondered if anyone has suffered from them?

pam_t:  I have taken xenical, which is the prescription form of Alli. IT works really well but is important to combine it with a low fat diet! If you don’t you might get some unpleasant side effects!

Anonymous:  I Am On Alli No Side Effects I Wonder If It Works 4 Weeks On

jackiet:  Is alli just a smaller dose of Xenical?

Amanda:  I've been taking it 2 weeks and no results yet. I've lowered the fat intake because the side effects are really gross, but still no real loss. I have noticed a slight decrese in my appitite though.

Anonymous:  Go to the ALLI site for correct info ont his drug. Hearsay is not always correct!@!

Fay:  I am going to try Alli this week and will let you know what I think.

Anonymous:  I have been on Alli for about 4 weeks, I have dropped about 3 pounds. They say it may take some time to really lose weight

Anonymous:  I've been taking it for two weeks now. No side effects but no weight loss yet.

sally:  Alli seems kind of expensive to me i guess it is a GSK drug

myra:  i tryed alli and lost 3 pounds in 3 weeks really bad side effects if u eat to much fat so stay away from fat other than that slight headaches.

Frank:  Have any guys tried Alli? Are the side effects the same for men as women?

Frank:  Have any guys tried Alli? Are the side effects the same for men as women?

Anonymous:  I took alli for 3 days and very extreme side effects and did not like the product that much.

Anonymous:  You have to actually follow a low calorie, low fat diet for alli to enhance weight loss. It is not an appetite suppressant and you can't eat what you want and still lose.

Anonymous:  I was taking the pill Xenical that I was buying overseas until I recieved a letter saying that was illegal. Xenical was really helping me lose weight. It didn't curb my appetite BUT anytime I ate something fatty-BAM. So it made me train myself to eat better. I purchased Alli on Monday and I don't feel any difference YET, except that I am going to the bathroom more. I am glad it is available OTC now.

Norma:  I started taking ALLI on 6/18 and I have lost 18 pounds! Because of the treatment effects, you do not want to eat any High fat foods, which is a good thing. I have reached a plateau,as I have been stuck at 133 pound for the last month, but I will keep on taking ALLI, because I have 8 more lbs to loose, to reach my goal. I lost the first 10 lbs without ALLI, then I reached a plateau, for 1 month. I then started taking ALLI and lost a further 18 lbs, so in total I have lost 28 lbs in 4 months with excercise. This product is great!

Dawn:  I have been taking Alli for about 3 weeks now. I lost 7 pounds the first week. Continuing the same routine and still taking the pill, the weight has come back in the past 2 weeks. Yeah, really. I urinate so much I have developed a raw patch from wiping and have to wear a pad for leakage for the past few days. I'm going to finish this bottle so I can give it an honest month's try. But so far it has had horrible results for me. The only good thing about this pill so far, it makes you think about the fat you are putting into your body, because you will be bothered by it later.

Anonymous:  I've been on it for about 2 weeks and lost 2 lbs a week which is exactly the rate you are supposed to lose with this pill. I have had no side effects. This is because I stick to the low fat diet they recommend. Also It may be wise for people who are not used to eating healthy to go on the diet they recommend for a week first (with out alli) and then gradually take alli. Of course if people read this before going on it, it would solve a lot of problems. Xenical is the same is alli, its just twice the dosage. So if anyone crazy wants to risk dying, just double your alli dosage. lol j/k

Anonymous:  I've been on Alli since 8/12. I am down 21 pounds. I have a whole new way of eating and it's not bad at all. I eat the food that I want but it's all low fat. I use to think fat free and low fat food was disgusting but not anymore. I exercise everyday except Sunday-that's my day off. I have 14 pounds to go and I am hoping by the New Year I will be there.

Norma:  Follow-up to my previous comment. I have lost another 3 lbs. So in total since I started my diet on 5/14, I lost 31 pounds (21 since taking Alli) and I have another 5lbs to go, as I said before, this product works - I don't count calories, just eat low-fat and low carb.

Anonymous:  I''ve been on Alli since June 18th and have tried many, MANY other diet products. This is the ONLY one that has worked for me. I lost 12 pounds with NO EXCERCISE...just following a lower calorie diet and still treating myself each weekend to a higher calorie meal...and when I say "high carlorie" i mean fried chicken, pizza or BBQ ribs! I will continue to stay on Alli and plan on losing another 8 pounds before Christmas which is my goal. As far as side effects, I look at it as keeping me disciplined. Besides, maybe it works because the fat has to go somewhere. I'd rather it leave my body than to continue to store it inside of me. I am VERY pleased with the product.

Michele:  I've been on Alli for 9wks. I've lost 12lbs. I keep each meal under 400cal and 15g of fat. I've not had any unpleasant side effects (unless I've cheated). I also make sure to do 20-30min of exercise a day (a mile walk is 20min)

Woo-hoo:  I've taken alli for ~3 months & I have lost 25 lbs. I try to exercise a couple times a week & watch what I eat, but by no means am I completely cutting out the food I like (I love pizza). Just be careful... if you eat a lot of fatty foods, the fat has to come out somewhere... and it can be icky.

Anonymous:  I started in July and have lost 26 pounds. Just the idea of the treatment effects keeps me honest when eating. Overeating once you start can really put on the pounds, but you don't want the side effects, so you stop.

Claudia:  I have been on this product for about 2 1/2 weeks. I have lost 3 pounds. I get an upset stomach several times a week - which I can deal with, because it actually lowers my appetite. So far - better than I have expected. Side affects are minimal.

rob:  been on alli since july 18, went from 270 to 235 and still losing follow the plan it works, dont cheat, not pleasant

Rachel:  Alli did nothing for me.

Helen:  I have never suffered the infamous "treatment effects" from alli, even after experimenting with going over the fat limit (because I wasn't sure it was working). Weight loss is slow when you follow the plan, but it should be slow if you don't want to lose muscle instead of fat. So essentailly, some people have bad side effects and some people don't. I guess I've been lucky!

Tina:  I have taken Alli and lost 50lbs in 6 months if you eat healthy and low fat.. you won't have side effects... trust me... you can lose weight... If I can you can......

Anonymous:  One person commented to check Alli's website for accurate information and not trust hearsay. Hearsay is actually very important for the TRUTH on actual non-lab tested results or lack there of. Alli is going to do all they can to protect their product, so although they will say what the side effects are (they have to...) they wont be nearly as honest as actual customers. My question to everyone who is on it and says it's great-when you go off the pill, and if you dont stick to your diet plan are you going to gain it back? Will you keep buying alli to prevent that, giving them more money and possibly getting addicted to it? That is my biggest problem with such pills. Many pills cut the water out (ex: HYDROXYcut-cuts the hydro) and many gain the weight back when they're done, so I have yet to do any pills. So just a thinker to everyone reading this...

Anonymous:  01-11-08 Have any men tried Alli that can comment? I am curious. Most diets are aimed at women, which unfair. Men need help like this, too!!

Alli Male:  219-pound man here...I bought a starter kit today....150 pills....and began taking them tonight. My goal is to lose at least 10 pounds with Alli. Stay tuned...

Alli Male:  219-pound man here...I bought a starter kit today....150 pills....and began taking them tonight. My goal is to lose at least 10 pounds with Alli. Stay tuned...

Anonymous:  you all need to be careful. i stopped taking (zenical-double strength of alli) alli 2-3 years ago. i am still having effects from the drug. just got back from dinner out. salad with ranch drsg on the side. 1hour later-bowel rumbling. just made it home in time. sour cream -forget it ranch-forget it and this is 2-3 years later. it screws up the recepters in the colon.

Nathan:  Hello everyone, I’m a male, 5’7” beginning weight of 170. I have been taking the Alli pill for almost 2 weeks now. I have tried many diets before and they haven't shown results as fast as Alli has shown me. I have lost 9.5 pounds since I started. I only had one encounter with the infamous side effect, but that was because I cheated and had a high fat breakfast sandwich from one of our favorite American FAT food chains. Also about the 2nd day in, I urinated a lot! But that is probably because I also lowered my sodium and I began drinking lots of water. I was so amazed by the hasty results that I recommended the diet to a friend who is morbidly obese and has tried many other diets to no success, so far she is pleased with her results. Some people are mentioning that they are concerned that when they stop taking the pills they might gain the weight back. I feel that Alli is more than just a pill. It teaches us how to mold our current eating habits into a much healthier plan, and as long as you have the will power, you should be able to successfully keep the pounds off. I’m only 21 and there are so many things that I want to do with my life. I want to finish college, advance into my career, enjoy life, and I want to do that without the extra baggage. I hope for all of you that share a personal dream of having a good life without the weight the best of luck and continued success with your diet. Sincerely, Nathan

ninjagirl:  there's a herbal tea that is very very similar to Alli (just that the tea has a totally aweful smell and taste), which makes you poop when you eat too much fats. those kind of tea are called "extra strength" and has it engraved on the outside and should state somewhere in the instructions: may cause bowel movements. BUT..i'm considering buying Alli..since I hate that aweful smell! i haven't used the tea constantly/regularly to see any results. but yeah.. I will keep you guys updated!

Ames:  I am currently taking Alli and they are not lying when they want you to follow the guidelines. The side effects are REAL! I have lost 9 lbs so far. I would hate for them to take it off the shelves for prescription only. I am doing so well!

Lisa:  Started alli last week. None of the side effects expected last week. Lost three ounds last week but gained back 2 this week and did not change a thing. I havd the opssite problem then the frequent stools. Might be due to the big fiber increase? I am bloated tonite so might have something to do with weight gain. I will keep at it...

Anonymous:  ninjagirl.. what is the tea called?

sandy:  I just purchased the starter package, taking my first capsule in the morning. Now I've read all the good and bad comments posted and have decided that it is worth at least trying the product to see what effect it has for me. I've been on a low calorie diet for about a week and a half and have lost 3.4 pounds with that alone, but I really want to see what Alli can help me accomplish.

Anonymous:  has anyone taken alli by opening it up first?I cannot swallow pills and wrote the company and they said it has not been studied that way..nice trials there

Anonymous:  I can't imagine why anyone would want to subject themselves to such laxative misery. Don't you see that what you're losing is your body's water weight. Once you are off the pill, you'll gain it all right back. All you need for healthy weight loss is portion control and moderate exercise.

Anonymous:  Just took my first alli pill with breakfast this morning, stomach feels a little quesy but not too bad. I have been on south beach for about 2 weeks and lost 7 lbs (with exercise) and i'm hoping by cont. low fat and low carb plus alli I can lose 10-15 more lbs. before my wedding in April. That gives me about 3.5 months.... hopefully everything will work out!!!

Anonymous:  IDK if ninjagirl is talking about super dieters tea, but I've tried it and I like it, cinnamon spice flavor smells and tastes pretty good, but I also add a little bit of splenda- I don't know if it defeats the purpose of cleansing your body or not but I drank some last night and it did clean me out this morning...LOL! It is supposed to work as a detox, so you drink it after your last meal of the day.

sandy:  I've been on Alli for almost 2 weeks now. I'm combining it with Weight Watchers. I have about 10-15lbs I'd like to lose. After almost 2 weeks my clothes don't feel as tight! =] I've been drinking a ton of water and really trying to stick to the diet! Its hard, but I keep telling myself it will be worth it in the end! Be sure to read all the little books, and don't cheat!! Good luck to everyone!! =]

Darren:  I am a guy, andI have lost over 70 pounds since August by following the Alli diet. I did not actually start taking the pills until October and I only take them when I am going to eat a meal with over 5 grams of fat. I also exercise a bit. I "cheat" 2-3 times per week (usually at lunch) and end up with gas and...striking oil...Christmas meals created nightmarish treatment effects. As I write this, we are getting ready to go eat mexican...I know that I will need to stay close to the bathroom tomorrow!

Anonymous:  i started takiong alli in nobember 2007at a weight of 214 lbs (5'7 female here) and today i weigh 212 lbs. i did not cheat, i followed a lowfat, low calorie diet. i stuck with it because my two best friends started at the same time and one have lost 30 lbs and the other have lost 17 lbs. i am recovering from a severe back injury and have had 6 shots of steroids and take muscle relaxers daily. my doc says that the shots and the muscle relaxers should not be a deterrent for me losiong weight throught the alli program. if anyone out there know if it is, let me know...please. i am almost finish with my three month supply and i kinda don't won't to waste my $$ on somethng that's not going to work 4 me right now.

Anonymous:  As far as breaking open the capsule since you cannot swallow the pill, i dont see why not. I am a med technician at a senior living home, and generally the only pills you cant crush/break open are the ones that say "extended release" and also potassium. so you should be fine just mix it with a spoonful of applesauce/ low fat pudding or something like that. i would suggest trying it a few times and see if you notice the normal effects of the drug. hope i helped.

Anonymous:  I have taken Alli for a couple months now, I love it. With the correct caloric intake...you wont poop your pants! Yes..Ive cheated, and paid! Ruined 4 pairs of pants with a teeeeny tiny fart...Unless your serious, Alli isnt for you. If you are ready for a life change, try it!! It worked and still is working for me.

Anonymous:  so, i'm almost twenty & i'm considering taking alli. i'm a bit nervous because of these side effects, but i am willing to do the work. i never lost my baby weight, you could say, in my stomach area. i feel that i'd be much healthier if i lose 20-30 pounds. i weigh about 185 right now, and i'm about 5'4'' - 5'''. does anyone think these are realistic goals for may or june, if it's january now?? also, if i follow the weight watchers plan, you still have to watch for fat intake, right??

Jody in Odessa:  I started taking Alli 6 weeks ago, and I have: 1) lost 21 pounds 2) defecated on the wall of my bathroom 3) ruined 2 pairs of slacks It's great!

Anonymous:  im about to start taking Alli and im really nervous because it will be my first time with a diet pill. anything you think i should know?

Anonymous:  I did not cheat on this diet, actually, I was usually 2-5 fat grams UNDER what I was supposed to be at and I have had the worst side effects ever. They didn't start until the 2nd week, but man- I am running to the bathroom SEVERAL times a day! I measure my food meticulously so I am positive I am not going over the amount of fat I am supposed to be eating. Also, losing 1 lb in 2 weeks, yeah, not that impressed. I am also an avid exerciser and lost more on Weight Watchers and exercise that on the Alli Plan and exercise. I think I will go back to Weight Watchers and toss this "crappy" pill.

Anonymous:  well after reading all the comments about alli it seems like having the same results as having your gullbladder out...high fat content you poop alot,so no gullbladder you have to watch what you eat just like alli, i thought about taking it but, i would NEVER leave the bathroom.

Expensive Browning:  Well, I started taking Alli for about 3 weeks now, My starting weight was 267, I'm currently down to 263. I'm pleased that's 4 pounds in only 3 weeks. I've taken Xenical a generic to alli before and lost 63 pounds within 10 months.With motivation, and a one track mind, anyone can succede their weight lost goal with alli.

Jane:  I took Alli for two months in the fall and I didn't lose a single pound. It is not worth it, considering how you feel uncomfortable all day, everyday, and have to use the bathroom every 2 hours.

onebluerose57:  I have been on Alli for almost a month and have lost close to 12 lbs. I have never lost this fast before. I still eat what i want but only half. I do have the side effects at times. But i am paying attention to what i eat now. And i feel i have changed my eating habits. I know i am losing more than water. or my weight lose would go up and down. I plan on staying on Alli until i lose 50 lbs. what i would like to know is has anyone tried taking more than one per meal? Would you lose more? If the prescrption diet pill was for twice the amount of Alli what would it hurt to increase?

PokerWizard:  As a man I feel that Alli is working. The main side effect is frequent soft stools. My wife and I are both using it and are showing small weight loss and have the same side effect.

Anonymous:  I have been on ALLI for a month now, and have gone down a dress size and 10 lbs since. Trying to lose weight is definitely a hard thing to do. in my 20's, ( everyone knows our metabolism slows down with age) I was successful at going down from a size 12 to a 2 with just diet and exercise, that was it. Now, 2 kids later and in my late 30’s I needed more help. I really think ALLI helped a lot at making this challenge more achievable. I am lucky enough that the treatment effects have been quite tolerable. I know this is a huge factor to consider when deciding to go with or continue the program. I can say I am very pleased with ALLI and will stick to it until I achieve my weight goal. Good luck to everyone!

Debra:  I just Start Alli today i really hope it work cause i have being trying to lose wigth for the the longest im give it time. Im pray about and hope it work.

Anonymous:  I have been on Alli for 2 months and have lost some weight., I am not following a real good diet plan so thats why the results are slow. But I do have to say that even after you stop the pills your stomach doesnt feel right. I was at the mall with my daughter and I had to squeeze my cheeks together to walk around thats why I stopped taking it.

firsttimedietpilluser:  Well, I just started the pills yesterday...I was extremely nauseous & vomiited at the 2nd dose but.. I plan on sticking it out and giving it a month or so. With all the good reviews & stories I'm confident that this pill will work for me too...I hope ;)

Sacramento Guy:  I started Alli a week ago. I follow the plan and have had no "treatment effects." Actually, for the first two days, I didn't poop at all, which concerned me. But on day three, everything was back to normal. The only thing I notice is I'm gassier than normal, especially first thing in the morning. I want to lose 20 pounds, and after just one week, my pants are definitely looser. I don't know if the pill is necessary if you just follow a sensible diet, but I just thought I'd try it for a month and see. I probably won't continue it after this bottle is gone.

Lindsey:  Orlistat- (marketed under the trade name Xenical by Roche; or over-the-counter as alli[2] by GlaxoSmithKline (pronounced /ˈælaɪ/, like the English word "ally")—also known as tetrahydrolipstatin—is a drug designed to treat obesity. After orlistat was stopped, a significant number of subjects regained weight—up to 35% of the weight they had lost Who wants to be taking pills all their life?

Addie:  Alli works for me!!! As promised, I have lost a Ib/week. It will only work if you commit to low fat cal reduced meals!

Anonymous:  yo its great

No happy:  I ended up in my doctor's office bad side effects (gas-bloating-oily stools). I couldn't walk without being in so much pain and get into my clothes or wear my wedding ring. This stuff isn't safe to be using. Don't kid yourself. It's not worth it.

lovesong:  i have been on Alli for about 4 weeks now and just love it. I have lost 18 lbs and hubby has lost a total of 26 lbs. We have yet to have any "TE" yet. How veer like with all diet choices if you are not smart about how to eat healthy after you have lost the amount of weight you want I am sure you will gain all your weight back and then some. I have lost over 200 lbs at one time but I still have the same 25 lbs to come back on because I get lazy and do not eat the way I should. this last regain of the weight was because of some meds I was taking and since the docs have finally got me on the right stuff I am able to lose again. Take it from someone who used to live on a diet if you are not willing to make this a life stlye change for your self then you will regain your weight. The way we ate before we lose are weight caused the weight gain in the first place why would you expect if you go back to that way of eating would you think you would not gain your weight back? It is just something to think about. But as far as Alli I am a beliver it works and I am proving that the info you have heard about it does work. as long as you follow a lower fat diet (Less then 30% fat) and exercise taking the pill you will lose weight. Some may lose it slower then others but you have to look at the whole picture and make sure it is a plan you can live with for the rest of your life and should you gain 5 lbs back or so you must be willing to get right back on the program and take it off. If you can do this then your weight loss will be a forever thing as long as you keep with it. Take it from someone who has keep off 180 lbs for over 20 yrs now.

Dan:  ALI WORKS BUT YOU HAVE TO FOLLOW THE INSTUCTIONS trust me I tried eating a cheesesteak,cheesburger,hot dog and the results were not good and oh yea it does capture 25% of the fat that you intake but if you eat the 3 things that I just told you I ate not only will manure come out of you but so will that 25% of the fat that the Ali captured and its a ton of this Orange sometime yellow Liquid trust me everyone you don't want that each meal that you eat has to be 15g of fat or less if you can do that then you won't have any problems and you won't have these side effects that I'm talking about JUST FOLLOW THE INSTUCTIONS

staci:  I have been on Alli for about four weeks now. I eat a low fat diet and I have lost 15 lbs. I have bben told by the dietician on myalli.com that I am not eating enough fat per meal, I eat around 10 grams at the most, this is probably why I have not had any treatment effects. I do seem to have more gas because I am eating more vegetables and whole grains, but I now just take some gas-X with my meal and this helps. When I plan to go out to dinner and have a high fat meal, I just do not take the pill for that meal, so I do not have any issues.

anonymous:  I've been on Alli for 1 1/2 weeks. I've coupled it with a big reduction in fat intake and total calorie intake (although I haven't added in exercise yet). I've had no ill side effects except a tad of constipation. I've dropped 12 lbs!

Alli Works:  I actually started tryin to lose weight for the first time 6 weeks ago. For the first three weeks, I did it on my own. I cut my Maintenance level of calories down to 1500 and I cut the fat down to 30 grams a day. I don't have time to babysit the gym, but I did work out for 30 minutes 2 times a week. Maybe I could have done more, but, nonetheless, I lost 4 pounds. This I did by myself, before I even bought Alli. I started Alli at the beginning of my second three week run, doing the EXACT same thing I did before except, now I was taking Alli. My three week run just finished two days ago and I've lost 6 pounds. It might not sound like much to most people, but I'm proud of it. It's not surgery, and it's something I can do without the pill. Alli just helps knock off more. I'm going to keep taking it until I reach my goal weight. I'm going to keep excercising and eating less, with or without Alli, but I think it's a great product.

hopeless:  Well i have read all these comments and there seem to be more good then bad, i have always been scared of taking pills, i heard they can increse your heart rate and make you shaky. I sure hope Alli dosent do that. Today is 1/28/08, I plan to start on Sunday. I want to lose 35 pounds. I quiet smoking last month and have gained about 20 so i have to lose!!

anonymous:  I have been the alli pills for 3 weeks now.I feels its working a lost at least 5 pounds now.The biggest thing you have watch what you eat.It does somewhat cuts your appetite...By you adding a little exercise you come out with better results...Good Luck to everyone

curse:  I took it for aout four months and lost about twenty pounds, without being moody, or any heart palpitations, it is a great product. I am planning to have a baby so I stopped, but I plan to be back on it....

nanny:  Hopeless, can you give me an update on your weight loss success? I would like to lose 15 pounds by July or August and am considering Alli. I had thyroid surgery in September and have gained 10 so your updated comments will help

TAMEKA:  I STARTED USING ALLI IN DECEMBER OF 2007 AND I HAVE LOST 60 POUNDS. I WAS WHAT WAS CONSIDERED MORBIDLY OBESE, I WAS AT 305 POUNDS AND NOW I AM AT 245. I STILL HAVE A LONG WAY TO GO, BUT THIS IS THE ONLY THING THAT HAS WORKED ME. IT TEACHES YOU NOT TO STUFF YOUR BODY WITH FATS!

claudia:  i have been taking this for two days and lord the side effects are bad! i mean i have been eating subway sandwiches with outh so much mustard on it and u still get bubbly, but i am eating only once a day and i snack on fruit so hopefully this will go well!

claudia 3/08:  i have taken it for only 2 days and yes i've noticed the side effects, you have to cut fat foods ..i noticed if i eat something that has 4g of fat i get the effects but hopefully it works for these 3 months!!

Dan Knows :  Nanny or anyone else wondering if this product is for you. Don't waste your money on any diet products. Im not saying that they don't work, however the juice is not worth the squeeze. Follow a sensible diet plan, exercise and you will lose weight. The last thing you want is to develop a dependency on these products. I was 310 when I started my diet 6 months ago. I am now 205. Even with the plateau if you use logic you will lose weight. Burn more then you consume...

jen:  Today I started to take alli, and I was wondering if I decide to take in 15-20 grams of fat all day instead of 35 grams, does this matter?? Should I take it if I skip ameal?

TRow:  I have been on alli for two weeks now, I work out 3 times a week, have reduced my fat intake and I have already lost 10 pounds. It does have side effects in the bowel area but as long as you eat right you will be okay. I am on my way to success and alli is helping.

SUMTHINGGOT2GIVE:  I have started Alli on 3-8-08 and really havent noticed any harsh treatment affects, but i have noticed i am peeing alot, more, and cant hold it.. so when i gotta go i gotta go.. i dont check the scales i dont believe in those i no if my pants dont fit or my love handles are showing..lol.. either way i hope this works, but again i keep saying it does force you to change ur eating habits and with any diet, surgery, etc.. if you dont change your EATING HABITS" you will gain the weight back, this is gonna force u to eat right.. and then you will train urself to eat that way all the time.. but for now i follow my own diet, i look at the guide for some pointers..though..

lilly83:  i am considering trying alli. however, sometimes you can't avoid a fatty meal when you need to go out for dinner etc. anyone just skipped a dose of the pill? and continued the next day? would that decrease any possible side effectS?

Anne:  I have been taking Alli for about three weeks and have lost almost 15 lbs. My goal weight is 165 and I am at 173 now. If you follow a low cal low fat diet you will loose weight. If follow weight watchers program with this pill you will loose major pounds. When you don't stick to Low Cal you WILL have side effects! This will help you to stick to it!

Desi:  I am on my second week of taking Alli. I've already noticed that my pants are a little looser! I have had some of the side effects but just because I did cheat. When I eat health, everything is fine. If you follow the diet, you will see results as with anything. I think some of the people who are making the bad comment about Alli are people looking for a "quick" fix drug that will allow them to still eat whatever and however much they want.

KELLI:  I am SO scared to try it!! I know I want to, but I'm just nervous about the side effects. My best friend tried it for one month, she didn't work-out, but she did change her diet and she lost 10 pounds. I'm thinking I want to do the same...except WITH working out. I want to lose a total of 50, but will settle for 20 if I can the first few months. I'm going to buy me a bottle and give it a go this weekend. It's 03/26/08 now, so, I will check back with my progress in one month! Wish me luck!

jenee:  Does anyone know, about the multivitamin, i read they said it is VERY important to be on a multivitamin, it says take before bed, but i am used to taking mine in the morning. Does it matter?

Stephanie:  I just started Alli lastnight--- i am going to the bathroom more, notice the feeling of needing the bathroom if I eat fatty foods, a slight headache--- other than that- everything is ok.. I hope it works. I'll keep you posted.

claudia:  so i have been taking them for a couple weeks the dr says its not the Weight u loose BUT INCHES and yes i have lost 5inches off my waist in the past what 2 weeks and i have not excercised but i only eat once a day may be a tuna or ham and cheese cold sandwich or some soup and i snack on fruit. Don;t eat anything with grease because i assure you will go to the bathroom at least 3 times in like 30-40minutes

cindy:  just started alli. keepin it a secreat from my husband,cause thats when they want to take you out to eat.. so far, not bad if you don't cheat. If you do, make sure you stay home,cause you will need some time in the bathroom.

jwm:  I am in my 50's and though I don't have a lot to lose, it has become increasingly difficult. Alli has been the only thing that has helped me. Even WeightWatchers didn't work, though taught me to eat better. I can deal with the bathroom problem. I also don't take Alli 3 times a day. Maybe that is helping with the extremes.

leigh:  i started alli on 3/15/08 i have lost 14 1/2 pound so far i exercise 2-4 times a week its sure seems to be working for me,and the TE'S they r not that bad and they r worth it....

lj:  I think Alli is great; I've had no side effects other than being regular(once a day); I follow and keep to 15 fat grams/meal; been on it since 2/9/08 and lost about 15 lbs. Try it; I think some people are not consuming the low fat foods and thus having the side effects. I'm 55 and I think this pill is really helping me. I've been on every diet imaginable and this is the first one that has actually "helped" me. Please try it.

loser:  Alli is not for everyone, that's for sure. I used Xenical a few years ago -- just double-dose Alli. If you are committed to losing, you will, whether you take Alli or not, but it is a nice little booster -- at least for me. When I've eaten too much fat, I would much prefer to see it in the toilet bowl than on my butt. And yes, you will see it in the bowl. As for the dreaded treatment effects, don't fart. I mean it. Just don't, unless you're on the toilet. If you can't control that, you'll probably want to wear a pantyliner. Will you gain the weight back if you stop? Yes, sure, if you go back to eating the way you did when you gained it to begin with. Alli won't lose the weight it for you. You have to make some lifestyle changes, too. Personally, I have no side effects from it at all, unless I've eaten something fatty, and get the oily stool, messy fart treatment effect. I've lost 25 lbs over three months, and I only take Alli when I'm eating something "extravagant". It lets me indulge without paying the full price -- except of course for the lovely TAs, but that's a price I'm happy to pay. Good luck to all.

Jerry:  Alli is great, just work out, and use as directed. Perfect!

MARGE:  I started Alli two weeks ago and so far I have only lost 3 lbs. which I guess is better than gaining 3 lbs, but I was hoping for a little better in that time frame. After reading some of you comments, I found out a lot of you only lost a little in the first few weeks, so I dont feel so bad. I stay well under the 1800 calories I am allowed for my 220 weight, usually between 800-1400 per day with fat grams well within range. A little more bathroom trips, but nothing I cant handle yet. I have trouble eating enough carbs or fiber according to the nutrician log I keep online. Did anyone else only lose a small amount in the first few weeks also? I just reordered, I started with the 90 day starter pack, and hope I did the right thing. My doctor is the one who suggested the product. I do have a 9mm thyroid nodule that they have ultrasounded 2 times and nuclear scanned, but they said all is okay. My thyroid tsh is within normal range, but my t3 and t47 are very low, also, my antibodies are high. Dont know for sure what all that means, but thought if anyone was medical that reads this they may know if it is having any influence on the slow weight loss. I wish good luck to all those taking Alli and if anyone has any helpful words I will check back occaisonally to see.

sean:  I have been on alli for about 2.5 to 3 weeks now and it has been working for me. i went from 244 to 233 in a week. granted i lowered my fat intake and i am also taking a pill called Tight!. tight helps with hunger control. i am also working out 2 times a day. but it has been working well for me.

Tony:  For some reason the pills didnt gave me the unpleacent side effects everyone talks about. However, I lost over a 100 pounds

Veronica:  I have been taking Alli for 2 weeks now and I have lost 3lbs. I am excited about it. The bathroom trips are real. I do not have a diet plan just watching what I eat. I can tell when I have had to much fat. So It does help you to make good food choices. I am goin to stay with Alli for at these 3 months to see if it works for me. So far so good...Good Luck to everyone.

islandgirl:  I took alli for 2 weeks..The results were great. I am now down to my desired weight and I'm off alli for now. Got the result and happy for it. Treatment effects weren't fun but hey focus on the result!!!! I wouls recomend it...

Karen:  Anyone heard of Alli increasing triglyerides? Never had a problem until I started taking Alli, now they are through the roof!

Kay:  I have been taking Alli since November 07. As of today 4/29/08, I have lost 35 lbs. You have to be dedicated to this diet to make it work(duh, like all other diets). Getting in the correct calories and fat intake are key, and all the little books that come with the starter kit explain why. I think this drug is wonderful, and also a great discipline tool, i have really learned how to eat healthier, and when I crave junk food, It has helped me stay conscious of portion control. Everyone is different, some people may not have a tolerance for the drug itself.FYI, triglycerides go through the roof from smoking as well as constant stopping and starting of diet and exercise also. If you are thinking about using Alli to assist your diet and exercise (i get in about 2 hours a week, not much, but its something) program, take the time to read the literature, it makes things alot easier, o yeah, and you might want to keep an extra pair of panties around, just in case. Ive never had TE's, but, hey, s**t happens.

sathom:  started using it, didn't lose but 2 lbs in an entire month but managed to crap orange uncontrollably, without eating high fat foods.... even when i passed gas it was embarassing at work, and even stained my pants. do not recommend to any one who is a human being.

nodependsformethanx:  most disgusting side effects and you can't control it -I threw a months supply out --I would rather have a few extra pounds than wear depends because you're not sure what may or may not come out -- FLIPPIN GROSS!!!

cycy:  i just start today...will post something in a week

Cher:  I just ordered it I hope it works for me I'll report back in about a month.

Robin:  I was on Alli, if you eat right then you won't have the side effects. I didn't lose any weight but my co-worker lost 15 pounds in 6 weeks. His wife lost 10 in 6 weeks but was also running everyday. I switched to Curvelle and I actually think it works. I am sensitive to side effects and so far I haven't had any on curvelle. As for Alli....you eat wrong...you end up in the bathroom, you eat right...you are fine.

~~~:  I started alli Thursday May 15th at 161, and now Sun. May 18 I am 158.. thats a pound a day I have lost... I am also on the special K diet as well. Only had the side affect once the first day I started as I pigged out on pizza and took the pill... if you are on a lowfat diet theres not any side affects!!! Works for me great so far... we'll see. :)

Anonymous:  Just a note regarding the negative effects of Alli that some people noted (I haven't taken it but speaking from a medical background) - (1) Alli can't be addictive...not to say other drugs aren't but this one doesn't appear to have any effects on any centers that result in addiction or dependence...it works on an enzyme that acts in our intestines to absorb fats ... (2) someone noted experiencing problems 2 years after terminating the program - that actually may be an effect that the clinical trials haven't picked up on... not likely to happen in everyone - just a VERY small percentage - but it's more likely if you take them for an extended period of time

fabforty:  I started taking alli about 6 weeks ago. I have lost about 18 pounds. I have never ever had ANY kind of side effect. No gas, no weird poop, no extra trips to the bathroom of any kind. I started my lowfat diet a few days before starting the pills and I stay well below the fat grams that are recommended. There have been a few meals that I've wanted to splurge, so I've just not taken the pill. Still, no side effects. I don't know if it was just my mindset or if it was the pills, but something has clicked and I've finally dropped the pounds I've struggled with the past few years. Though, I've not had any effects, the fear of having them has definitely kept me on the straight and narrow. I'm glad I tried them, although, they probably aren't for everyone, I've felt no ill effects.

drama:  just starting this product will keep you posted....

Photochik:  I started taking this product-but the instructions state 'take with a meal' so is that before i eat or after i eat? I've been taking it before and haven't noticed any side effects. But i'm also a vegetarian and my fat intake is pretty low anyways. It makes me think i'm taking it at the wrong time? Someone let me know please!

chick:  I'm taking alli now. It's true the fat comes out when you go to the restroom but at least it doesn't stay in me. i lost 12lbs on my own and want alli to help me lose another 10. you take it before meals. it really works my friend lost 50lbs. of course your not going to lose them from one day to the next but stay positive even if its 1lb a month and try to cut the grease. you can eat pizza just beware you will pay for it. BUT SO WORTH IT!!! good luck!

Jamie:  6/1/08.. I started takin this pill 2 days ago. I had no side effects so I wanted to test it. I HATE, i repeat HHHAAATTTEEE McDonalds but I know it's the next best thing to heart failure so I ate there just to test the GI Tract. Let me tell ya, not pleasant. Well, to someone who is used to going every 3 days it's a dangg blessing.. but to someone who goes once a day, grab the preperation H if you plan to eat a fatty meal. IM assuming the last two days i had no effects because i didnt eat fatty foods. If this pill doesnt make you lose weight it will definitely make you think twice about the food you consume thats for sure. And if you think changing a baby diaper is bad? You got another thing coming when you eat a fatty meal on Alli. It made ME cry and open windows. I was so disgusted. I went out and bought an entire house wirth of new food because of m bowel movement. THREE for one big mac. THREE.

Success Story:  6-5-08 I'm 54, so weight loss at this age was impossible. I started taking alli last September - 10 lbs lost by Christmas and 12 more by this past April. Definitely side effects, but manageable. This product is amazing and I will continue to take.

jasmine:  im 12 and i want to know if i can tack this pill to mack me look sexy for my boyfreind yes or no

Chris :  Photochick....I take a pill right before I eat. I only had side effects once. It was from eating movie theatre popcorn....omg it was crazy. The best way I can describe the oil side affect is to picture folding a piece of pizza in half, and that orange oil that drips off the pizza that is exactly what comes out of you. It is like pure fat.

Trying Alli:  6-11-08 Heard about Alli and thought I'd give it a try.. today is my second day on it and so far so good..been eating a low fat diet and no bad treatment effects yet...just been urinating a little more than usual..will keep you all posted....

Tonia:  Been on alli 10 days and so far lost 14 pounds. So far no treatment effects. I am happy as can be with the pill. I do stay within the calorie and fat guidelines alli tells ya.

Trying Alli:  Tonia..Hi. Was wondering.. have u been excersing too..along with taking the pill?...Just curious.

Kelly:  I took Alli for about 6 weeks and lost a total of 10 pounds. The weight comes off slow but remember the slower you lose weight the more likely you are to keep it off. I also recommend keeping a journal of what you eat. That way when you stop taking the Alli after you have reached your goal you can keep your diet in check and prevent weight gain afterwards. Don't get discouraged. Alli is a great aide in weight loss but don't forget to exercise and reward yourself for the weight loss don't give all the credit to the Alli.

Tinda:  I've tried ALLI for about mnth 1/2 it seemed to work alittle i lost about 8-10lbs. but the side effects are gross.Dont mess around and eat small fries when your on the go with the kids,wooh, the oily discharge that you have, that's just gas! Let's say when taking ALLI on the road or out to eat, bring your baby wipes!!! To clean that oil spill!!! but it works....

William:  I've been on Alli since Feb, and I have lost over 45 lbs. To date I never had any of the side effects.

William:  Is anyone buying the Alli cookbooks? because there are alot of places where you can go out to eat, and they give you meals that you can order, and still stay within your guidelines

Erika:  I have been taking alli for about 5 days now, and i believe ive lost about 3 pounds.I find myself to eat less fattening foods in order to avoid the unpleasent side effects which only happen when i cheat and eat something greasy or high in fat other than that i have not had much side effects. As for the weight loss feel my eating habits have helped that and im hoping its the pill as well. Ive tried alot of other weight loss pills and nothing has worked so im hoping on this one.Id say im going to give it a month and see if i see some good results to judge .

Be Smart:  You guys do Know that half these comments are FAKE and are posted by the actual company itself to make there prouduct look good. Duh.

New Yorker:  I've been pretty amazed by the varying degrees of comments that have been posted within the past few weeks. Convinced that this product might actually work, despite "Be Smart's" commentary (that half the comments are false and produced by the company itself), I found that the product does supress my hunger. Not drastically loosing much weight (and not exercising either) I don't get the "nasty" side affects that others have. I've been taking it for almost a week and have felt a little light (headed) but taking a multivitamin in highly suggested. I rarely do eat greasy foods, and have not had the side affects people claim to have. So far, the product is really knew, but I will come back and share my success or probable failure. I am 5'5 and between 148-150lbs and am trying to get down to 125-130. I've tried the exercise, yet I've never kept any of the weight I lost off because that would mean my whole life diet would change, which it hasnt. Thus, I'm going to continue to give alli a try in hopes that I will loose the weight and keep it off, but there is always the question or statement that there isn't a pill that can fix this challenging issue...

lalalala:  I've been on alli for 2 weeks and i have lost 6lbs! before using alli i lost 11 lbs so ive lost a total of 17lbs. I like alli because the treatment affects scare me away from eating fatty foods. I have had some treatment affects, but they were not bad at all. I go to the gym for an hour-an hour and a half 6 days a week and i eat around 1300 calories a day. Im loving it, i just hope it keeps working!

Dominique:  I've been taking Alli for 3 days now and I haven't seen any weight loss yet( I do feel less bloated). I exercise 3-4 times a week- every week. My problem was I just eat food that's really, really bad for me. Although, I haven't seen any weight loss yet, I do like the pill. In 3 days, I've learned that even food that I thought was reasonably good for me.... is actually not- And the dreaded TE's are proof. That oily discharge is no joke. But I'm learning how to eat better. Even if you take Alli just to help you learn what to eat and what not to eat, I believe it's worth it.

joyce:  alli seems to work, but i do watch fat intake . lost 5 pounds in 2 weeks. i have forgotten to take pill and then took after i ate. does alli still work the same way then ???

Alexis:  i dont know i just started this Alli crap and i didnt think the first few days anything was gonna happen 2 me and WHOA it just hit me, AND my undergarmets.....i was so upset and still am... i just stopped taking it now.....if you can handle wearing diapers and locking yourself indoors all day then go for Alli but otherwise this is just not for me......i am absolutely disgusted!!

DEB:  June 30, 200b, I am planning to statrt this Diet, are there any new updates?

Kimberly:  I havent seen any one mention that Alli does help people who have problems with being regular. My weight came from not being able to go. Laxatives are out of the question and high fiber diet just made it worse for me. I started Alli YES to help lose weight but it has done more than that for me. I havn't been regular since I was a baby. Alli helps me to go EVERY day with out straning. I guess the fat helps lube up my digestive track making it WAY easier to go. I lost 15 lbs with Alli. I do watch what I eat and do alot of house work to act as my excersice. When I don't take Alli I am back to NOT being able to go at all or very little. It's nice to have something that doesn't HARM your digestive track. I hope they never stop making it. As far as side effects just make sure you DON'T eat those foods that cause nasty leakage. Simple as that.

kim:  hi guys, ive been taking xenical for 2 days now and have used the toilet once and it seemed normal. im worried about how much fat im eating as i really dont have a clue . ive bought this drug in a foriegn country as i cant see a doctor here .. i was wondering if anyone could help me find a low fat diet plan that will work with xenical as i cant find anything on the net. Im so desperate to loose weight im 93 kg at 5.4 and its really getting me down . Thank you :)

William:  Kim, I've been doing the weight watcher meals, and the recipes in the alli cook books, and the weight is coming off for me

titi:  I had thought about bying Alli, but as I read all the stories, I got scared. One day I finally did it. I've been on it for 3 weeks. I have not yet had a side affect and have lost 2 lbs a week. I am also on a very low fat diet and jog 3 miles 3x a week.

kristi:  Omgosh the side effects are very REAL. I had gas with oil spots. Think about having a bowel movement with all fat coming out and then your rear feels like you put butter on it. Yuck I know but when I ate a little fat it did not happen that often but one day the office had a party and I had some higher fat food I had to