Most comprehensive studies to date find 'insufficient evidence' to support herbal and dietary supplements for weight loss

(European Association for the Study of Obesity) The first global review of complementary medicines (herbal and dietary supplements) for weight loss in 16 years--combining 121 randomised placebo-controlled trials including nearly 10,000 adults--suggests that their use cannot be justified based on the current evidence. The findings are presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity.