has anyone tried water pills to lose a few lbs?

[Just Banded 0]

I have a big event coming up that I would love to send some lbs. on a vacation.

Does anyone have any experience with these?

I know they are not permanent and not something to take all the time. I just really need to get to the next level and push this pudge outta me!

So, if you ever had any success, please tell me what brand you used.

Also please tell me if you had same success with other diuretics like tea or food ones or if the pills are stronger

p.s. I just bought the natural ones from whole foods and the pills were horse pills and I tired a pill splitter that didn't turn out so well- so I am returning them.

[Jachut 487]

OK, so you know its temporary and stuff, but how does shedding a few lb in Water really achieve anything? Its not as if you really LOOK better when you do it unless you have a bloating problem to begin with. Lose 4lb of Water and nobody's going to be able to tell - especially since you will still have the same amount of fat - you're not really shedding pudge at all.

You'd be better off just going onto a very strict diet and exercise regime for a week or two - you'll lose lots of water and probably a bit of fat as well, which is better.

Its probably not dangerous (but you know it can be), but just something not really worth bothering with.

[haroldrussi 0]

If I remember correctly after the band you tend to be dehydrated any how so taking a Water pill will add to the dehydration. I agree with Jachut, exercise and diet will give you better long term results.

[notateechanow 7]

Water pills are great for their intended use--to lose water. Are you drinking enough water? If not, they can cause muscle cramping and eventually cause you to retain whatever water your body does have.....unless you're someone sensitive to sodium or retain water for other reasons (like PMS or a medication) they really aren't worth it. Go for a long walk instead! I have found them to be helpful when flying---if you're someone whose ankles blow up this will help. Otherwise, don't waste your time or money. Nothing replaces good diet and exercise. :hurray:

[HeatherO 7]

I found for me, the best way to lose any bloating and get rid of excess Water weight is by drinking Water. It seems to flush everything out and I always lose more weight when I kick up the water consumption a notch.

Are you tracking how much water you typically drink on a daily basis?

[di1138 8]

NO Water pills are not the answer. Drink more and you will lose more. Water pills will drain you of important minerals.

Drink drink drink and you will be fine! (plus it is good for your skin

[Just Banded 0]

I have always been an angel with my Water drinking.

Today I drank 68 oz alreday!