decongestant and an appetite suppressant. The active ingredient in Acutrim is a compound called phenylpropanolamine. Its is an FDA approved, nonprescription appetite suppressant to be used with a weight loss program. The drug is initially effective in controlling excessive eating (unc-clos.tierranet.com/phenylpropanol.htm). Acutrim acts similarly to its chemical cousin amphetamine. The phenylpropanolamine acts on the hypothalamus, the region of the brain that controls the appetite, by increasing
system stimulant that affects chemicals in the brain and nerves” (drugs.com). Phentermine; “acts as an appetite suppressant by affecting the central nervous system” (drugs.com). Amfepramone (diethylpropion); “appetite suppressants” (drugs.com). Phenylpropanolamine; “a decongestant” (drugs.com). Mazindol; “stimulates the central nervous system” (drugs.com). Sibutramine; “a diet aid used to reduce hunger” (drugs.com). And orlistat; “blocks some of the fat that you eat, keeping it from being absorbed by
Cheating in Sports Sports are governed by sets of rules or customs and often, competition. Sports have always been a way to connect us to our past and to build optimism about the future. Sport’s a way to bond the people despite differences in race, age and gender. However, today the game that is supposed to teach character, discipline and team work is teaching cheating. And in today’s world, with fame, endorsement, drugs and so much to gain, it is not surprising that athletes are cheating in sports