In June 2012 the South African Institute for Drug-Free Sport (SAIDS) has reported an anti-doping rule violation against the Athlete Zane Killian after his sample tested positive for the prohibited substance sibutramine.
The Athlete admitted the violation and stated that the source of the positive test is the product Simply Slim, a controversial fat burner and appetite suppresser. He argued that a shoulder injury prevented him from training properly and playing matches on a regular basis. Consequently he became depressed, ate more than usual, trained less and gained weight. Therefore he used the product Simply Slim to suppress his appetite and to lose weight. The Athlete read the label of the product and stated that the prohibited substance was not mentioned on the box.
Without intention to enhance his sport performance the SAIDS Disciplianry Committee decides to impose a 3 month period of ineligibility on the Athlete, starting on the date of the Athlete’s last competition he played, i.e. on 19 June 2012.
