Dr. Fahd Al-Khudairi, professor and cancer research scientist, warned against being swept up by the wave of weight loss products and beverages promoted for weight reduction or colon cleansing, stressing that there is no scientific or medical basis for any coffee or tea that reduces weight.

Al-Khudairi explained that many of these products, marketed as natural and safe, actually contain adulterated pharmaceutical substances that accelerate the passage of food through the digestive system, leading to diarrhea or temporary appetite suppression, as well as digestive disorders that may worsen with continued use, with weight returning more severely once they are stopped.

Al-Khudairi affirmed that the ideal and only scientifically proven solution lies in following a balanced diet that includes all food groups in moderate amounts, such as vegetables, fruits, leafy greens, legumes like beans and lentils, along with various meats, eggs, dairy products, and nuts, while ensuring regular walking and exercise.

He cautioned that successful dieting and weight loss require deliberation, patience, and consistency, aiming to turn healthy eating habits into a permanent lifestyle rather than temporary solutions, warning against responding to fleeting dietary trends that soon prove harmful.