Ephedra contains two alkaloids, ephedrine and pseudoephedrine. Physicians use these alkaloids to treat bronchial asthma, bronchitis, persistent coughs, and shortness of breath. The alkaloids are also effective in treating allergic skin reaction such as hives, relieve general body pain and treat low blood pressure (herbs, 1).

In conclusion, diet pills should not be used because they are not a safe and effective way to lose weight, cause heart valve disease and other complications, and are used as a replacement for physical activity. The "magical" image of diet pills is only an advertisement. There is nothing great or magical about diet pills. The dangerous side effects caused by diet pills prove a general saying to be true: If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.

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