Taking carb pills after a meal supposedly helps you lose weight, but the real effect may be negligible.
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Question: Do carb pills help you lose weight?
Answer: There are pills on the market that claim to decrease or block the absorption of carbs. However, in reality, these pills will have a negligible effect on your weight.
They can also cause unpleasant side effects such as gas and bloating.
I would recommend that you save your money.
Martha McKittrick, RD, CDE, is a registered dietitian, certified diabetes educator, and certified fitness instructor who specializes in weight control, cardiovascular health, diabetes, sports, and general nutrition. WebMD content is provided to MSNBC by the editorial staff of WebMD. The MSNBC editorial staff does not participate in the creation of WebMD content and is not responsible for WebMD content. Remember that editorial content is never a substitute for a visit to a health care professional.
