I don’t know about you, but when I go out to buy electronics I like to purchase a surround sound system or a television that actually has a name I recognize. These companies have become known for a reason, and I know, when I buy something that has a name I have heard good things about, that I will be able to rely on the piece of equipment for a long time. The same thing applies when you’re looking for weight loss supplements. Why should you settle for a generic brand when the brand names are the ones that actually have the ingredients to help you lose weight.

Two of the largest names in weight loss supplements today are Hoodia and Phentermine. Both Hoodia and Phentermine have been reported as helping people to lose dramatic amounts of weight, but only Hoodia, made from the extract of the Hoodia Gordonii plant, comes with absolutely no side effects. Those taking Phentermine report that they often have heart palpitations, shaking, and dizziness from the medication, along with a few other unpleasant side effects. A brand name is almost always good, but remember to do your research before you decide on one, as the other choices may have side effects that you don’t want.