Appetite suppressants – how they work against hunger

Appetite suppressants are also called anorectics and are meant to influence the feeling of hunger. To do so, the active ingredients dock onto a specific area in the brain - the hypothalamus. This brain region is responsible for controlling the feeling of hunger. The reduced appetite is meant to lead to a reduced intake of food and the saving of unnecessary calories. Cravings, which often occur during a diet, can also be fought this way.

How appetite suppressants work

Many appetite suppressants have not been scientifically tested. Rather, these are preparations whose effects have been passed down from the countries of origin of the mostly herbal ingredients. Such natural appetite suppressants are available in pharmacies or drugstores. These contain, for example, guarana, which is rich in caffeine and stimulates metabolism, or filling konjac extracts. The latter swell in the stomach, so that satiety signals are sent to the brain via the stomach's own stretch receptors. Appetite suppressants can also come in the form of special spices such as chili or cayenne pepper, which regulate appetite. Capsaicin from the hot spices is also known as a fat burner at the same time. Ingredients such as lemon or grapefruit extracts help against cravings. Many people looking to lose weight have also gained experience in curbing appetite with protein powder for weight loss. Pure protein is filling, but provides fewer calories than other foods and therefore supports weight reduction. In addition, protein increases the rate of muscle building. This process requires additional energy.

Non-herbal agents as appetite suppressants

Besides appetite suppressants with herbal ingredients, there are also agents containing phentermine or norephedrine available. Both substances are unfortunately popular in the fitness scene, as they increase performance. Both substances are banned in Switzerland! The latter is a messenger substance that acts as a stress hormone and is closely related to adrenaline. It activates the sympathetic nervous system in the body - the stress axis - and causes, among other things, the metabolism to ramp up, the body's own energy reserves to be released, and appetite to drop. However, side effects can also include high blood pressure or even anaphylactic shock. You should therefore keep your hands off such substances.

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