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Cellulose in weight loss pills

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Last reviewed: 03.07.2025
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Microcrystalline cellulose in weight loss pills is a natural nutritional fiber obtained by processing cotton during the fabric manufacturing process. When creating cellulose for weight loss, small parts of this substance obtained from cotton are thoroughly cleaned and also crushed.

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Indications of cellulose in diet pills

Excess weight can occur due to various factors - for example, due to mental state or physiology. That is why it is necessary to follow the indications for the use of MCC for weight loss. The drug is allowed to be taken in case of such diseases:

  • Obesity, diabetes;
  • Ischemic heart disease and atherosclerosis;
  • Poisoning (including heavy metals or food poisoning);
  • Gastroenterological diseases.

In addition, it can be used as a preventative measure against neoplasms.

Release form

It is produced in the form of tablets with a volume of 0.5 g. One polyethylene bottle contains 100 or 300 tablets. It can be produced in blisters of 10 tablets in one plate.

Microcrystalline cellulose in tablets

MCC is an ideal means for cleansing the body and normalizing intestinal activity. This drug also helps to lose weight naturally - usually a maximum of 10 kg.

The action of the drug is very simple - after entering the body, the tablets swell and increase in volume, as a result of which they fill the stomach. Thus, the feeling of hunger is suppressed, replaced by satiety.

At the same time, cellulose, passing through the body, cleanses it of cholesterol, undigested food residues, and excess sugar. Thus, the digestion process is established in the cleansed stomach.

Among the effects provided by MCC:

  • Decreased appetite (the stomach is filled with low-calorie cellulose instead of harmful food);
  • The functioning of the intestines and the metabolic process are normalized;
  • As the stool becomes regular, the body is detoxified, as a result of which the skin and complexion become fresh and healthy.

In addition, it should be noted that MCC fibers are excreted naturally, without being absorbed by the intestines. This method of losing weight removes extra pounds in small quantities, but its advantage is that it does not harm the body. In addition, maintaining the newly acquired weight is much easier than using chemical drugs for weight loss or various diets.

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Food cellulose in tablets

Food cellulose is also called plant fiber - it is a film that protects seeds and the main tissues of plants, being the main element of their cell walls. Since food cellulose is an indigestible polysaccharide, as well as lignin, it is not subject to processing by digestive enzymes.

Food cellulose in tablets has the following effects:

  • Stabilizes the activity of the gastrointestinal tract and stimulates its emptying;
  • By increasing the volume of feces, it helps stimulate peristalsis of the colon;
  • By absorbing water, cellulose softens the stool, thereby acting as a preventative against constipation;
  • Lowers glucose levels, thereby preventing diabetes or helping to treat it;
  • The process of carbohydrate absorption is inhibited and slowed down;
  • The body's resistance to carbohydrate load improves, as a result of which the dosage of diabetic drugs or insulin used can be reduced;
  • Helps to normalize the diabetic condition.

Food cellulose should be taken in a dosage of 1-2 tablets/day (for adults) or 0.5-1 tablet/day (for children), washed down with water.

Pharmacodynamics

The drug is a dietary supplement that acts as a source of various dietary fibers. Among the main advantages of this drug are hygroscopicity and enhanced sorbent effect.

Cellulose stabilizes the activity of the gastrointestinal tract and metabolic processes, reduces the feeling of hunger, and also accelerates the process of food movement through the gastrointestinal tract. At the same time, it helps remove toxic compounds, cholesterol, slags and radionuclides from the body.

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Pharmacokinetics

The hygroscopic properties of the drug allow the tablets to swell in the intestines, absorbing toxic substances and then removing them from the body.

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Dosing and administration

From the beginning of treatment, you need to take 1-2 tablets three times a day with meals (for a more effective result, you can take the medicine 30 minutes before meals). After 4 days, you need to start taking 4-5 tablets three times a day, and after another 7 days, increase the number of tablets to 7 per dose. Then you need to continue increasing the number. The maximum you can take per day is 50 pcs., but it is recommended not to bring it to this. The average daily dosage is 25-30 tablets (8-10 pcs. per dose). Having reached the maximum, you need to gradually reduce the dosage, bringing it back to 1-2 tablets per dose.

To make the tablets better absorbed, you can crush them into powder and mix with water. Drink the resulting mixture and wash it down with more water. In this form, cellulose can be added to dough, salads, minced meat, raw eggs.

The treatment course lasts 1 month, but if there is a severe stage of obesity, it can be extended to 3 months, but before that, get permission from a doctor. After completing the course, you need to take a break for at least 1 month.

It is also important to drink water daily (at least 2.5 liters) while using cellulose. This will help suppress the feeling of hunger.

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Use of cellulose in diet pills during pregnancy

It is forbidden to take cellulose during pregnancy.

Contraindications

Among the contraindications to the use of cellulose:

  • Bloating or constipation;
  • Use in combination with other drugs;
  • Bulimia or anorexia;
  • Breastfeeding;
  • Imbalance of intestinal microflora;
  • Avitaminosis, because along with cellulose, individual vitamins can also be excreted from the body;
  • Use in adolescents or the elderly.

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Side effects of cellulose in diet pills

Side effects such as heaviness in the stomach or constipation may occur. In this case, you should take a laxative and drink water (2 glasses).

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Storage conditions

Keep under standard conditions in a place protected from sun and moisture, at a temperature no higher than 25 degrees.

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Shelf life

The shelf life is 3 years from the date of manufacture.

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Reviews from those who have lost weight

Among the reviews of girls who lost weight with the help of cellulose:

Marta, 25: "At first I doubted whether I needed to buy cellulose, because it is known that pills for losing excess weight can be harmful to health. But after reading the instructions, I finally decided to go for it. I will immediately note that the pills can cause constipation, but at the same time I got rid of several kilograms, so overall I was satisfied."

Maria, 31: "A friend recommended this drug to me. At first I resisted, but I decided to try it anyway, because I couldn't get rid of the excess weight on my own. As a result, I lost 7 kg in 2 months, so I'm going to continue taking MCC. But before starting to take it, it's still advisable to consult a doctor."

Doctors' reviews

Most specialists give positive reviews about this remedy, as dietary fiber will be useful for any organism. All doctors note that if all recommendations are followed, the use of MCC gives a quick result with positive dynamics. But at the same time, the reviews are still quite restrained, which is quite easy to explain.

The first thing doctors ask to pay attention to is that losing weight with just cellulose, without physical activity and some dietary restrictions, will not work - you need to make some effort. The manufacturers themselves indicate in the instructions that the caloric content of the daily diet should be gradually reduced, bringing it to 1500 kcal. This limit forces the body to use its own fat deposits to obtain strength and energy. Therefore, if you consume more than 1500 kcal per day, the kilograms will not go away even with pills. Constant physical activity is also needed - for example, 2-3 times a week to do exercises on an exercise bike (30 minutes each), or do some exercises using video tutorials.

In addition, doctors warn that it is not allowed to replace a full breakfast/lunch/dinner with cellulose, because this can lead to stomach problems.

Cellulose in diet pills should be used in accordance with the specified dosage - an uncontrolled increase in the number of pills eaten per day usually also leads to disruption of the digestive system.

Attention!

To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Cellulose in weight loss pills" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.

Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.

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