I wrote about Qnexa recently, a “new” weight loss drug that combines two older ones, phentermine (an amphetamine) and topirimate (for seizures).  Last week, an FDA panel of advisors voted to not approve it.

The panel saw that it contains those older drugs which have proven to be a bit dangerous for some, and was concerned that if it gained widespread use, there could be widespread problems.

Read about their vote in an article from WebMD here.

I agree with the advisory panel.  Losing weight, maintaining health isn’t just about appetite control, or drugs to make you feel less hungry.  It is about getting in touch with deeper emotional needs, healthy nutritional and exercise habits, love and spiritual connection.  Those don’t come packaged into pills!