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When it comes to supplements for weight loss, the selection is quite varied. And the risks are varied as well. And the supplements that can really damage your health can be bought by virtually anybody with an internet connection.

How is it that these things are so readily available? Well, first, the US government decided to deregulate the supplement industry over a decade ago. And, second, there are multiple websites that can get you the goods with little chance of detection.

Thus, here are some dangerous fat loss supplements that you should be aware of:

1. Anabolic steroids. Despite what some people in the medical community say, steroids work, period. However, they have some very serious consequences. Heavy users experience serious alterations in their endocrine system. They can exhibit deep cognitive changes, liver damage, long term joint degradation, etc.

2. Testosterone precursors. Milder forms of steroids, these supplements were commonly used by athletes under the pretense that they were legal. Well, the government has now banned these supplements but you can still get them online.

3. Human growth hormone. This one is the fountain of youth. It burns fat, builds muscle and keeps your skin supple. What more could one ask for? Well, it can also cause acromegaly. A condition in which all tissues and organs in your body grow too much.

4. TRIAC. This supplement gained a lot of popularity in Europe when it first hit the market. Its main function is to increase output from the thyroid. Doing so increases your metabolism. A faster metabolism accelerates weight loss. Unfortunately, this can seriously damage your heart.

5. Pills. There are many companies claiming to be able to boost hormone production with their herbal formulations. None of these formulations, however, actually work. You are better served saving your money.

Most companies selling supplements to the public are not regulated. So please do a lot of research before adding a supplement to your daily dietary regimen. And taking something powerful like anabolic steroids, although effective, has some very dangerous side effects. In the end, losing weight with a sound nutrition and exercise program is the best way to go.

Author Katherine Crawford, an exercise physiologist and former flabby arms sufferer, teaches upper arm exercises for women. Figure out how to get sexy arms by exploring her blog about how to burn weight off your body and arms right now!