How To Avoid The Alli "Oops!"

Step 1: Be A Weekend Warrior

If you're taking a drug with side effects like Alli, it's best to stay near a toilet-at least in the beginning.

The company actually recommends that you start on a Friday, you have the weekend to get used to potential gas increase, potential bloating and also potentially uncontrollable bowel movements.

Step 2: Face The Fat

Alli actually stops the body from digesting one-quarter of the fat you eat. Say you eat a burger packed with 68 grams of fat. When you take Alli, your body only absorbs 51 grams. Finally, a pill that makes fat disappear!

But there's a deal-breaker side effect- a digestive disaster that could force you into diapers.

Tip: To prevent the oops, Alli-makers recommend reducing your fat intake before starting the drug. It's a wise move - the more fat you eat, the more you'll need to eliminate. Another tip to avoiding embarrassment - eat less than 42 grams of fat a day.

Step 3: Protect From Behind

While you continue to adjust to Alli, avoid wearing white.

While passing gas, you may end up with an oily discharge. Play it safe with dark pants.

Although it may not be sexy, wearing an adult diaper offers impenetrable protection.

Step 4: Follow the directions

A pill before meals, three times a day. No more. Otherwise, mess with the Alli dose and it will mess with you.