Nature's Bounty is the brand I tried when I was taking the 250mg - they did not bother me but I did not lose. Not sure if that was due to the dosage being so low or to it simply taking time to kick in. I will buy some more and try taking a higher dose to see if they work.

As far as losing inches rather than pounds, I have not been measuring. I'm still wearing the same clothes that I did last September - my jeans seem to be a bit looser on my butt and thighs but still fit the same on my stomach. Think I need to start saving for that tummy tuck