Wow this tread is really clicking along!! Sorry that I can't keep up!
Yesterday was my weight in for All. (Also my 3 week with Alli) I lost 2 lbs.
So that makes it a total of 10 lbs lost. I hope never to find again!!
I wasn't happy with the Alli Rewards when I lost my 1st week. Basically they will text you warm fuzzies! I was hoping for maybe a coupon for my next purchase of Alli or on some healthy food item. Not to have to pay money for them to text me.
Just dropping in a line... Sounds like everyone is doing great with Alli! I am starting on Sunday, I joined with the website, and they suggested to start after eating the low fat for a few days, so I am trying to wait, "but I am ready to take them!" I am sorta nervous about TE, though, cause I do work with people and the thought is scary! DONT WANT THAT!!!
With working nights just unsure how the tummy will handle it, and I drink tons of coffee, trying to cut back, but very hard!!!!
Phoenix32203, yea I do LOVE those 100 calorie pack snacks, ESPECIALLY the oreos. They are great with coffee!!!! Yea, I HAVE ISSUES> I bought decaff yesterday, trying to cut back on caffinine. Haven't tried it yet. I am trying to limit my diet pepsi to 3 cans a day.... WHICH IS SOOOOO HARD!!! I drank lipton diet green tea yesterday, I like those.... I am working on drinking water... TRYING>>>
LOL... later my ALLI CATS, I must get to sleep!!!
You guys, I have fallen off the wagon big time, and once again lost and feel hopeless. I had lost 5 pounds on alli, Im sure those are back. I just feel so addicted to food- junk. I was thinking about Overeaters anonymous or a binge support group, but I am just living meal to meal right now. Last night I went to the store and bought 3 mini twinkies, a big fudge popsicle, 2 large cookies and a real fruit popsicle. I could of kept going. I just see my stomach growing and bloating, and I dont know why this is so hard!
I'm glad it's Friday. After being on vacation last week, this work week seemed long. But, I am happy to say that I have taken off the couple of pounds that I gained over vacation so now I will keep going in the right direction with every additional pound I lose. The Alli is working as it should and I've not had a single TE this week. My "official" weigh-in is on Monday morning so I'll continue that as it keeps me accountable over the weekend.
Everybody seems to be doing well for the most part. Keep up the good work and hopefully after next week, I can report another nice loss.
I didn't do so well this week, but a 1lb weight loss is a 1lb LOSS. I haven't had alli since Tuesday because my daughter moved my pills and can't remember where she put them! A couple of times I was tempted and said "no". A couple of times I was tempted and said "yes". At least I made it to the gym every day this week, and I will be back on alli by tomorrow - even if I have to buy a refill.
Got on the scale this morning and I gained all what I lost in the previous week. It's nobody's fault but my own. I reveiwed my diary and saw I was not getting enough protein and fat. I ate too much carbs and moved too little. I was on vacation and we ate out a lot.
But in a way, I think it's my TOM that's the culprit here. Even though I had a hysterectomy, I still have one ovary and I still go through all the symptoms - bloating, moodiness, soreness - hey, maybe that's the cause for the weight gain! But I still messed up with my eating and I'm going to do better. It's weird, don't have the parts but feel miserable.
I'll do better next week with my choices and move more. I'm going to pretend this week never happened. Can I do that???
Okay, Thingirl, here is my last three days. Let me preface this by saying that I am an extremely picky eater, so variety is not my strong point. I'm trying to work on that.
Tell me what you think-- Tue
B – Slimfast Optima shake
S – small banana
L – Hamburger patty (extra-lean); ½ cucumber; Luna Nutrition Bar; 6oz light yogurt
S – 15 seedless white grapes
D – 2 eggs; 1 sausage link; 2 toast w/light marg.
S – 2 cups watermelon
Wed
B – Slimfast Optima shake
S – Luna Nutrition Bar
L – 2 cups lettuce w/FF dressing; ½ cucumber; 15 seedless white grapes; 6oz light yogurt
S – 6 baby carrots
D – 2 soft tacos (made with extra-lean meat & used FF tortillas); ½ cup Mexican rice; 1 cup mandarin orange slices
Thu
B – Slimfast Optima shake
S – ½ cup unsweetened applesauce; 3 pieces Melba toast
L – 2 cups lettuce w/FF dressing; Lean Pocket; 2 Laughing Cow light swiss wedges; Luna Nutrition Bar
S – 1 cup mandarin orange slices
D – Baked boneless skinless chicken breast; 1.5 cups steamed green beans; 6oz light yogurt
To me it seems that even if I hadn't taken Alli, I should have lost something, unless I'm actually not eating enough. Maybe the fact that I am still not "regular" is affecting my progress too.
Oh my gosh, if that's all I ate I'd wither away!! Somethings not right. Have you seen your doctor about a thyroid condition maybe? I can imagine how frustrated you are!
Gosh, the days are just whizzing by, I can't believe it's Friday already! I was shocked to be at Target yesterday & all their back-to-school stuff is out. Only about a month and the kiddies are back to school around here. Ssshhhh, don't tell my kids I was dancing, okay? lol
Umagurl, boy I sure know what you're going through. I have been diagnosed with binge-eating disorder and OCD (especially with food if you can believe that!) and I have been in your shoes many a time...or two..or 10. Hang in there sweetie! I would suggest that if you have insurance or the means financially to see someone that you can talk to. For me, my shrink really helped me with this, something I struggled with my entire life. Granted, its taken alot of work on my part, some days are alot harder than others and sometimes I blow it and do have a mini-binge-fest. BUT. I have been taught little tricks and tips with how to react to food, situations, etc..it just takes lots and lots of practice. And I can tell you that I haven't had a full blown binge in probably a year and that feels awesome. Don't give up, please don't feel discouraged, I know this is hard but you are worth it! By all means, keep posting with us here, we all want to encourage you and support you the best way we can!
debalina, hang in there! TOM can be so mean. I'm with you, its here for me too and getting on the scale was not a good idea. It shows that I've gained almost 2 lbs but there is NO way I've eaten enough for it to be true. I still say your gain is TOM and I wouldn't sweat it toots! Keep on going and weigh when those symptoms have gone away for sure, I bet you will be pleasantly surprised!!!
Melissa, I, like you am really questioning the fat intake here. You know me, I never write anything down but the last day I have been jotting and realizing I don't even come close to 19g of fat per meal. Seems like I would do ALOT better doing a low carb plan. Besides, seems like doing low fat (=lots of sugar) makes me hungrier all the time! I dunno yet, havent decided what to do. Of course I haven't the patience to actually sit down and calculate what a lc meal would consist of fat gram wise or anything! LOL
Congatulations to all the losers this week!!! Keep up the great work ladies, it looks great on you! To the girls struggling, just hang in there and keep on keeping on, we can do this! And for those thinking about starting Alli, I do hope you'll join us regularly if you decide to start, this is an awesome bunch of ladies with lots of support to give!
We're going to see Harry Potter tonight....surrounded by all that yummy popcorn!!!!! I am going to make room in my menu today for it though, because I know myself and know I will "cheat" if I don't make allowances for it! The candy and the soda I don't care about, but something about that popcorn........
Well, I weighed today, but not so sure I believe it. TOM is here and I am big & bloaty all over. Scale says i gained 1.5 pounds. Not entirely convinced. Granted I have not followed a strict low fat plan for an entire week, but know that I have not gorged myself on enough junk to gain like that. Think I will wait til next week and see what happens. This way it will give me an entire full week on Alli, better results hopefully!
Ladies, have an awesome day and a fantastic weekend!! Work your plans and keep working hard! Hope to see you all around here!
Sugar and Spice....Thank you! I also have OCD and have been using wellbutrin for the last little bit and did notice it did help a lot with bingeing, but not helping the extra food in general from entering my mouth. Im going to see my new boyfriend tonight, and I am fat. I know I get depressed when I eat junk and I feel more fat, and Im full from lunch right now, but I want cookies and I am going to get them....I do not have insurance unfortunately, and cannot do private therapy, Just too expensive. I will probably get the weekend over and get back on track monday - (I know - bad bad) I hae feeling like this.
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Danielle-
I see you and I have the same weekness...."movie theatre popcorn" it is SOOOO good. But I have to warn you and everyone else.
Even if you do not take your alli pill prior to eating it is in your system!!! I didnt take any yesterday because I am rationing them through the weekend to last until my new shipment comes, I am down to 2 pills! Well I went to lunch yesterday and had onion rings! NOT A GOOD IDEA!!!!!
Even though I hadnt taken any Alli since the night before, and havnt taken any since today I had MAJOR TE's for the FIRST TIME!!!!!
I was walking out of my office (thankfully NO ONE was here) and passed a little gas, well I figured I better get to the restroom as that is where I was headed to begin with...OMG!!!!! MAJOR OIL SLICK!!! in the bowl and in my pants! I didnt lose any stool, but OIL!!!!! THANK GOD I had a pair of pants in my car from yesterday (I live like 10 miles from work) and I also work with all MEN! So I quick snuck out to my car and drove around the corner where there is no traffic/people/buildings ect and changed my pants!
This could have been MAJORLY imbarassing, but it wasnt. But I can tell you this, I will NEVER EAT O rings or anything else like that again with or without the pills, just seeing that was enough to turn my stomach!
Hi everyone, StillTryin is right... the TE's take a while to hit, I was hit today a good 36 hours after my litttle binge and remember, I didn't take any Alli yesteray or today because I was eating under 15 grams per meal, so my TE's today were from the pill I had with lunch 2 days ago.
Having said that, it was great to see the oil and know that my slip up would not screw up my progress (too much)
To the binge eaters, I hear you - it's tough, but you have to find a way to get control. I've had 2 slip ups in 10 weeks, the other day and a few weeks ago with cashews. The only reason I have only had 2 slip ups is that I don't let myself get hungry. I have a great breakfast that I really enjoy, I have a snack later, I have a good, tasty lunch, I have another snack, I have a great dinner, I have another snack... and if I'm still feeling I need something - I have another snack.
The other thing I think is important is most people go on a diet and start eating rabbit food or things they detest, things they wouldn't normally eat. I don't do that, I eat food that I really like and would have eaten normally of not on a diet, but I watch the portions and change how they are made a bit to lower the fat/calories.
Don't deprive yourself, have a fat free cupcake, have some low fat chips or popcorn, ice cream, etc... just keep yourself satisfied so you don't lose control.
If you are stuffed full, not hungry at all and you are still grazing for food and sabotaging yourself then it's time to get some help with that. Something is 'eating you' and you need to get some help & guidance asap so you can start making progress.
Tomorrow is my weigh in, I am sure I have lost more, I'm really hopeful it's a good 5, 6 pounds +++ I'll let you guys know as soon as I do!
StillTryin~ Oh My Gosh! I am sooooo scared to try this pills!!! These stories are scaring me!@!!! Thank God no one noticed, or was around!!
Yea I LOVE ONION RINGS!!!!, but haven't ate any in awhile. I start my pills on Sunday I THINK!!! I am not sure after reading these TE posts... I am scared, I haven't cheated, I ate good yesterday and today so far. I will go to work in a few, and yes that is where there is tempatation. I caught myself last night looking at a piece of chocolate, no one was around to see me eat it, BUT I resisted, IT WAS WAY HARD.
There was a meeting with cookies and candies... I did good... but man was it hard!!!
Anyhow, I have lost a couple pounds, I think that is just water weight.
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Having said that, it was great to see the oil and know that my slip up would not screw up my progress (too much)
I completely agree, I was feeling like crap about eating them and ruining what I have been working for, but it is nice to know it still helps when you are out of them or didnt take it.
Sugar & Spice
Do not worry about the TE's, if you are within your range the majority of the time, you shouldnt have a problem. My little experience was completely MY fault, not the meds. I am kinda glad it happened, only because it reminds me that I CAN NOT eat like that!!!!!
Hi Ladies - I read through all 27 pages of posts yesterday and was ready to purchase my starter pack today. I was at Target and it was way more expensive than Costco, AND I was nervous that someone I knew might see me. Crazy, I know. I will have to wait now until next week to get to Costco.
What a wonderful support group you've got going on here. I'm cheering all of you on and wishing you all great success! I'll pop in next week once I get started. Have a great weekend!
It's nobody's fault but my own. I reveiwed my diary and saw I was not getting enough protein and fat. I ate too much carbs and moved too little. I was on vacation and we ate out a lot. 
Ssshhhh, don't tell my kids I was dancing, okay? lol
I dunno yet, havent decided what to do. Of course I haven't the patience to actually sit down and calculate what a lc meal would consist of fat gram wise or anything! LOL 
To the girls struggling, just hang in there and keep on keeping on, we can do this! And for those thinking about starting Alli, I do hope you'll join us regularly if you decide to start, this is an awesome bunch of ladies with lots of support to give!
I am going to make room in my menu today for it though, because I know myself and know I will "cheat" if I don't make allowances for it! The candy and the soda I don't care about, but something about that popcorn........
