Sugestions on supplements please!!
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kshama2001 wrote: »I don't really take supplements for weight loss, with the possible exception of magnesium, which helps with pre-menstrual cravings. So not over-eating at TOM due to not having those cravings is nice.
What your choccy cravings are trying to tell you
...While we all get peckish, there’s a difference between feeling hungry and having a sudden urge for a specific food. In fact, intense food cravings can be a sign you’re deficient in certain nutrients.
So, the next time all you can think about is a juicy steak, Dairy Milk or even ice, pay attention to what your body is trying to tell you and try one of our clever food swaps . . .
YOU CRAVE: CHOCOLATE
WHAT IT MEANS: Chocolate is rich in magnesium, so strong cravings could indicate a deficiency in a mineral vital for your skin and hair.
What’s more, levels of the mineral drop during the second half of your menstrual cycle, suggesting a possible link with many of the symptoms of PMS.
‘Drinking too much alcohol, tea, coffee and fizzy drinks can also deplete levels of magnesium,’ says Nicola Lowe, professor of nutritional sciences at the University of Central Lancashire.
TRY: If it has to be chocolate, opt for one that contains at least 75 per cent cocoa, as this will contain more magnesium and less sugar.
Nuts are actually a richer source, particularly Brazils. Leafy green veg are also good, as are brown rice, wholemeal bread, and pumpkin seeds — though not quite so moreish.
If you’re a chocoholic and suffer from PMS symptoms such as irritability, headaches, cramps and bloating, it may be worth trying a magnesium supplement
Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2721369/What-choccy-cravings-trying-tell-not-mention-yearning-cheese-meat-rice.html#ixzz3f7sXvGy3
What does this have to do with anything?
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Laurenjenai wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Everyone has their own strong opinions and thoughts about supplements, but I can tell you what I took during my journey. Keep in mind I had a pretty intense workout schedule and definitely controlled my eating as well so I can't say if the supplements actually did anything for me.
BCAA'S (was supposed to help maintain your muscle mass, something like protien)
Acidophilus Two Billion (heard it was good for you)
B 12 ( I heard it increases your metabolism)
Maca (I LOST TONS OF FAT doing my cardio therefore lost some of my booty lol I wanted to achieve that big booty I previously had and heard this worked plus it was said to increase your sexual desire which couldn't hurt either, so I tried. In addition to taking I did major Squats and weight training so I'm not sure which really did the trick or if it assisted)
Biotin (Mainly I took to see if it would help with my skin. Couldn't tell u for sure if it was the biotin that worked or the excessive water I was drinking and sweating to get rid of toxins that improved my skin)
Super Cleanse (THIS REALLY WORKED FOR ME, MOST IN PART BEACAUSE I WASNT HAVING REGULAR BOWEL MOVEMENTS TMI
I KNOW, BUT TRUE. IM SURE OTHERS WILL REPLY THAT WITH ENOUGH WATER FRUIT AND VEGGIES YOU CAN ACHIEVE THIS TOO, BUT IM JUST REFERRING TO MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE)
Again this was all personal experience used in conjuction with DAILY EXERCISE AND DIETING. I know it's hard for others to refrain from judging and being cruel in forums, but anyways I hope this helps.
B12 does not increase your metabolism.
The weight training is what helped you get your butt back.
Don't need anything more than fiber/fluids/exercise for your colon.
None of the above is necessary for anyone.
Lord have mercy, even with all the warnings that this is of personal experience and backing up my claims with regular exercise and diet someone still has to be negative and judgemental instead of JUST offering their own advice.
Quote the negative and judgemental part.0 -
Laurenjenai wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Everyone has their own strong opinions and thoughts about supplements, but I can tell you what I took during my journey. Keep in mind I had a pretty intense workout schedule and definitely controlled my eating as well so I can't say if the supplements actually did anything for me.
BCAA'S (was supposed to help maintain your muscle mass, something like protien)
Acidophilus Two Billion (heard it was good for you)
B 12 ( I heard it increases your metabolism)
Maca (I LOST TONS OF FAT doing my cardio therefore lost some of my booty lol I wanted to achieve that big booty I previously had and heard this worked plus it was said to increase your sexual desire which couldn't hurt either, so I tried. In addition to taking I did major Squats and weight training so I'm not sure which really did the trick or if it assisted)
Biotin (Mainly I took to see if it would help with my skin. Couldn't tell u for sure if it was the biotin that worked or the excessive water I was drinking and sweating to get rid of toxins that improved my skin)
Super Cleanse (THIS REALLY WORKED FOR ME, MOST IN PART BEACAUSE I WASNT HAVING REGULAR BOWEL MOVEMENTS TMI
I KNOW, BUT TRUE. IM SURE OTHERS WILL REPLY THAT WITH ENOUGH WATER FRUIT AND VEGGIES YOU CAN ACHIEVE THIS TOO, BUT IM JUST REFERRING TO MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE)
Again this was all personal experience used in conjuction with DAILY EXERCISE AND DIETING. I know it's hard for others to refrain from judging and being cruel in forums, but anyways I hope this helps.
B12 does not increase your metabolism.
The weight training is what helped you get your butt back.
Don't need anything more than fiber/fluids/exercise for your colon.
None of the above is necessary for anyone.
Lord have mercy, even with all the warnings that this is of personal experience and backing up my claims with regular exercise and diet someone still has to be negative and judgemental instead of JUST offering their own advice.
Just pointing out misinformation for the lurkers.
Where in my post did I judge you? I'll gladly edit out the judgmental parts if you can point them out.0 -
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kshama2001 wrote: »
There was a person selling Thrive supplements - they weren't referring to your post.0 -
kshama2001 wrote: »
The spam post was already deleted. Had nothing to do with you.0 -
Hi guys! My name is Kim...I am interested in taking some supplements along my wait lost journey but not sure as to what kind or if I should take any at all. As of now I'm taking apple cider vinegar tabs and fish oil once a day. What do you suggest/or not suggest?
I threw out apple cider vinegar tablets that expired years ago because they didn't help with getting fit or weight loss. There are tons of websites that claim ACV does all sorts of things, but in reality, they don't aide in weight loss or getting fit. What are you taking fish oil for?
They might help with your wait loss journey, but I doubt they help with weight loss at all. I personally would not spend any more money in attempts of pills helping me with either a wait or weight loss journey.
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kshama2001 wrote: »
Oops! Yeah, now it looks bad because the post was deleted, but the spam talk wasn't about your reply, @kshama2001 it was about someone saying "visit my website! I'll sell you all teh pillz!"
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Gah. Picking supplements because you heard they might be "good for you" is throwing money away or worse. I tried Niacin because I heard it was good for my immune system and I got an immune response all right. I itched all over like I had hives. Dropped the Niacin, lost the symptoms.
A simple battery of tests from the doctor, annually, can rule out deficiencies like thyroid, insulin, high blood pressure, cholesterol, and for women, iron. These are the biggies. Also, young women of child bearing years should take Folic Acid.
Nearly everyone in the northern hemisphere is deficient in vitamin D.0 -
Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Everyone has their own strong opinions and thoughts about supplements, but I can tell you what I took during my journey. Keep in mind I had a pretty intense workout schedule and definitely controlled my eating as well so I can't say if the supplements actually did anything for me.
BCAA'S (was supposed to help maintain your muscle mass, something like protien)
Acidophilus Two Billion (heard it was good for you)
B 12 ( I heard it increases your metabolism)
Maca (I LOST TONS OF FAT doing my cardio therefore lost some of my booty lol I wanted to achieve that big booty I previously had and heard this worked plus it was said to increase your sexual desire which couldn't hurt either, so I tried. In addition to taking I did major Squats and weight training so I'm not sure which really did the trick or if it assisted)
Biotin (Mainly I took to see if it would help with my skin. Couldn't tell u for sure if it was the biotin that worked or the excessive water I was drinking and sweating to get rid of toxins that improved my skin)
Super Cleanse (THIS REALLY WORKED FOR ME, MOST IN PART BEACAUSE I WASNT HAVING REGULAR BOWEL MOVEMENTS TMI
I KNOW, BUT TRUE. IM SURE OTHERS WILL REPLY THAT WITH ENOUGH WATER FRUIT AND VEGGIES YOU CAN ACHIEVE THIS TOO, BUT IM JUST REFERRING TO MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE)
Again this was all personal experience used in conjuction with DAILY EXERCISE AND DIETING. I know it's hard for others to refrain from judging and being cruel in forums, but anyways I hope this helps.
B12 does not increase your metabolism.
The weight training is what helped you get your butt back.
Don't need anything more than fiber/fluids/exercise for your colon.
None of the above is necessary for anyone.
Lord have mercy, even with all the warnings that this is of personal experience and backing up my claims with regular exercise and diet someone still has to be negative and judgemental instead of JUST offering their own advice.
Just pointing out misinformation for the lurkers.
Where in my post did I judge you? I'll gladly edit out the judgmental parts if you can point them out.
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kshama2001 wrote: »
Just for the record and besides the point? I wouldn't cite The Mail to back up a claim I was making. They're not really a credible source.
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Laurenjenai wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Everyone has their own strong opinions and thoughts about supplements, but I can tell you what I took during my journey. Keep in mind I had a pretty intense workout schedule and definitely controlled my eating as well so I can't say if the supplements actually did anything for me.
BCAA'S (was supposed to help maintain your muscle mass, something like protien)
Acidophilus Two Billion (heard it was good for you)
B 12 ( I heard it increases your metabolism)
Maca (I LOST TONS OF FAT doing my cardio therefore lost some of my booty lol I wanted to achieve that big booty I previously had and heard this worked plus it was said to increase your sexual desire which couldn't hurt either, so I tried. In addition to taking I did major Squats and weight training so I'm not sure which really did the trick or if it assisted)
Biotin (Mainly I took to see if it would help with my skin. Couldn't tell u for sure if it was the biotin that worked or the excessive water I was drinking and sweating to get rid of toxins that improved my skin)
Super Cleanse (THIS REALLY WORKED FOR ME, MOST IN PART BEACAUSE I WASNT HAVING REGULAR BOWEL MOVEMENTS TMI
I KNOW, BUT TRUE. IM SURE OTHERS WILL REPLY THAT WITH ENOUGH WATER FRUIT AND VEGGIES YOU CAN ACHIEVE THIS TOO, BUT IM JUST REFERRING TO MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE)
Again this was all personal experience used in conjuction with DAILY EXERCISE AND DIETING. I know it's hard for others to refrain from judging and being cruel in forums, but anyways I hope this helps.
B12 does not increase your metabolism.
The weight training is what helped you get your butt back.
Don't need anything more than fiber/fluids/exercise for your colon.
None of the above is necessary for anyone.
Lord have mercy, even with all the warnings that this is of personal experience and backing up my claims with regular exercise and diet someone still has to be negative and judgemental instead of JUST offering their own advice.
Just pointing out misinformation for the lurkers.
Where in my post did I judge you? I'll gladly edit out the judgmental parts if you can point them out.
I am impressed with your rapid editing skills. My phone is too slow. There's always eyes.......0 -
mantium999 wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Everyone has their own strong opinions and thoughts about supplements, but I can tell you what I took during my journey. Keep in mind I had a pretty intense workout schedule and definitely controlled my eating as well so I can't say if the supplements actually did anything for me.
BCAA'S (was supposed to help maintain your muscle mass, something like protien)
Acidophilus Two Billion (heard it was good for you)
B 12 ( I heard it increases your metabolism)
Maca (I LOST TONS OF FAT doing my cardio therefore lost some of my booty lol I wanted to achieve that big booty I previously had and heard this worked plus it was said to increase your sexual desire which couldn't hurt either, so I tried. In addition to taking I did major Squats and weight training so I'm not sure which really did the trick or if it assisted)
Biotin (Mainly I took to see if it would help with my skin. Couldn't tell u for sure if it was the biotin that worked or the excessive water I was drinking and sweating to get rid of toxins that improved my skin)
Super Cleanse (THIS REALLY WORKED FOR ME, MOST IN PART BEACAUSE I WASNT HAVING REGULAR BOWEL MOVEMENTS TMI
I KNOW, BUT TRUE. IM SURE OTHERS WILL REPLY THAT WITH ENOUGH WATER FRUIT AND VEGGIES YOU CAN ACHIEVE THIS TOO, BUT IM JUST REFERRING TO MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE)
Again this was all personal experience used in conjuction with DAILY EXERCISE AND DIETING. I know it's hard for others to refrain from judging and being cruel in forums, but anyways I hope this helps.
B12 does not increase your metabolism.
The weight training is what helped you get your butt back.
Don't need anything more than fiber/fluids/exercise for your colon.
None of the above is necessary for anyone.
Lord have mercy, even with all the warnings that this is of personal experience and backing up my claims with regular exercise and diet someone still has to be negative and judgemental instead of JUST offering their own advice.
Just pointing out misinformation for the lurkers.
Where in my post did I judge you? I'll gladly edit out the judgmental parts if you can point them out.
I am impressed with your rapid editing skills. My phone is too slow. There's always eyes.......
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ManiacalLaugh wrote: »kshama2001 wrote: »myheartsabattleground wrote: »^flagged for spam
As if I get a kickback from the DAILY MAIL O_o
Oops! Yeah, now it looks bad because the post was deleted, but the spam talk wasn't about your reply, @kshama2001 it was about someone saying "visit my website! I'll sell you all teh pillz!"
Oh, thanks for clearing that up
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Supplements can be effective if you have a deficit of a key nutrient. It is hard to diagnose the deficits. In women athletes iron is the big one. With many of us athletes summer exercise and sweat loss can create magnesium deficiency. It is a learning process. A one size fits all multi vitamin or gummy vitamin is potentially causing more harm than good.
New research is indicating that supplements can inhibit the bodies repair process so don't assume 1000 times the daily allowance of vitamin c and folate aren't hurting you!
Fish oil is highly recommended... This product like all supplements is not regulated for safety so know your Mercury risk.0 -
UltimateRBF wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Everyone has their own strong opinions and thoughts about supplements, but I can tell you what I took during my journey. Keep in mind I had a pretty intense workout schedule and definitely controlled my eating as well so I can't say if the supplements actually did anything for me.
BCAA'S (was supposed to help maintain your muscle mass, something like protien)
Acidophilus Two Billion (heard it was good for you)
B 12 ( I heard it increases your metabolism)
Maca (I LOST TONS OF FAT doing my cardio therefore lost some of my booty lol I wanted to achieve that big booty I previously had and heard this worked plus it was said to increase your sexual desire which couldn't hurt either, so I tried. In addition to taking I did major Squats and weight training so I'm not sure which really did the trick or if it assisted)
Biotin (Mainly I took to see if it would help with my skin. Couldn't tell u for sure if it was the biotin that worked or the excessive water I was drinking and sweating to get rid of toxins that improved my skin)
Super Cleanse (THIS REALLY WORKED FOR ME, MOST IN PART BEACAUSE I WASNT HAVING REGULAR BOWEL MOVEMENTS TMI
I KNOW, BUT TRUE. IM SURE OTHERS WILL REPLY THAT WITH ENOUGH WATER FRUIT AND VEGGIES YOU CAN ACHIEVE THIS TOO, BUT IM JUST REFERRING TO MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE)
Again this was all personal experience used in conjuction with DAILY EXERCISE AND DIETING. I know it's hard for others to refrain from judging and being cruel in forums, but anyways I hope this helps.
B12 does not increase your metabolism.
The weight training is what helped you get your butt back.
Don't need anything more than fiber/fluids/exercise for your colon.
None of the above is necessary for anyone.
Lord have mercy, even with all the warnings that this is of personal experience and backing up my claims with regular exercise and diet someone still has to be negative and judgemental instead of JUST offering their own advice.
To be fair though, "I heard" and "it's supposed to" and "I tried it to see if it would work" doesn't really inspire a lot of confidence.
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ManiacalLaugh wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »ManiacalLaugh wrote: »A bunch of posts recommending reasonable measure: No response.
One post recommending the OP pump her body full of unregulated, expensive "supplements of the week" that make false promises: Sure! I'll try that!
I guess some people feel the need to fork over cash for pills to feel like they're accomplishing something?
If I were a lesser person (or just more desperate), I'd get in on this cash cow. If the MFP forums have taught me anything, it's that people will still pay good money for snake oil.
If you ever decide to, please count me in on it. I'm not evil enough to do it on my own but I'll be an excellent minion.
See the poster with the long list of supplements they took - no evidence that any of them had any effect but she is still recommending them! People are crazy for pills, that's all it is.0 -
I was taking multi vitamin with plenty of vitamin D. My doctor recommended a vitamin D test and she was right. Now I take a D supplement. I was shocked.0
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No supplement will help you lose weight. Depending on your diet a quality multivitamin should not cause any harm and will fill in the gaps, especially for minerals, that you may be missing.
I take a separate calcium supplement since my multivitamin only contains 33% of the RDA. I am not a fan of dairy products, especially milk. While leafy greens contain some calcium it's not enough to achieve my RDA on a consistent basis.
Evaluate the nutrients in your diet and if you have any health conditions check with your doctor before taking anything.
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UltimateRBF wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Everyone has their own strong opinions and thoughts about supplements, but I can tell you what I took during my journey. Keep in mind I had a pretty intense workout schedule and definitely controlled my eating as well so I can't say if the supplements actually did anything for me.
BCAA'S (was supposed to help maintain your muscle mass, something like protien)
Acidophilus Two Billion (heard it was good for you)
B 12 ( I heard it increases your metabolism)
Maca (I LOST TONS OF FAT doing my cardio therefore lost some of my booty lol I wanted to achieve that big booty I previously had and heard this worked plus it was said to increase your sexual desire which couldn't hurt either, so I tried. In addition to taking I did major Squats and weight training so I'm not sure which really did the trick or if it assisted)
Biotin (Mainly I took to see if it would help with my skin. Couldn't tell u for sure if it was the biotin that worked or the excessive water I was drinking and sweating to get rid of toxins that improved m
One post recommending the OP pump her body full of unregulated, expensive "supplements of the week" that make false promises: Sure! I'll try that!
I guess some people feel the need to fork over cash for pills to feel like they're accomplishing something?
If I were a lesser person (or just more desperate), I'd get in on this cash cow. If the MFP forums have taught me anything, it's that people will still pay good money for snake oil.
If you ever decide to, please count me in on it. I'm not evil enough to do it on my own but I'll be an excellent minion.
See the poster with the long list of supplements they took - no evidence that any of them had any effect but she is still recommending them! People are crazy for pills, that's all it is.
Im not recommending, just telling her what I used, and what I THOUGHT contributed on my journey, may I add SUCCESSFUL journey. Secondly I am glad to say I am the only one to recieve a thanks from the forum creator while everyone else is just being NEGATIVE, JUDGEMENTAL, OR JUST BORED.
NO WONDER I STOPPED USING THE FORUM PPL JUST NEED ATTN...
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Laurenjenai wrote: »UltimateRBF wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Everyone has their own strong opinions and thoughts about supplements, but I can tell you what I took during my journey. Keep in mind I had a pretty intense workout schedule and definitely controlled my eating as well so I can't say if the supplements actually did anything for me.
BCAA'S (was supposed to help maintain your muscle mass, something like protien)
Acidophilus Two Billion (heard it was good for you)
B 12 ( I heard it increases your metabolism)
Maca (I LOST TONS OF FAT doing my cardio therefore lost some of my booty lol I wanted to achieve that big booty I previously had and heard this worked plus it was said to increase your sexual desire which couldn't hurt either, so I tried. In addition to taking I did major Squats and weight training so I'm not sure which really did the trick or if it assisted)
Biotin (Mainly I took to see if it would help with my skin. Couldn't tell u for sure if it was the biotin that worked or the excessive water I was drinking and sweating to get rid of toxins that improved my skin)
Super Cleanse (THIS REALLY WORKED FOR ME, MOST IN PART BEACAUSE I WASNT HAVING REGULAR BOWEL MOVEMENTS TMI
I KNOW, BUT TRUE. IM SURE OTHERS WILL REPLY THAT WITH ENOUGH WATER FRUIT AND VEGGIES YOU CAN ACHIEVE THIS TOO, BUT IM JUST REFERRING TO MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE)
Again this was all personal experience used in conjuction with DAILY EXERCISE AND DIETING. I know it's hard for others to refrain from judging and being cruel in forums, but anyways I hope this helps.
B12 does not increase your metabolism.
The weight training is what helped you get your butt back.
Don't need anything more than fiber/fluids/exercise for your colon.
None of the above is necessary for anyone.
Lord have mercy, even with all the warnings that this is of personal experience and backing up my claims with regular exercise and diet someone still has to be negative and judgemental instead of JUST offering their own advice.
To be fair though, "I heard" and "it's supposed to" and "I tried it to see if it would work" doesn't really inspire a lot of confidence.
Oh look who it is...u just couldn't stay away. I'm sure you will be at walmart stocking up...slow sarcastic laughManiacalLaugh wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »ManiacalLaugh wrote: »A bunch of posts recommending reasonable measure: No response.
One post recommending the OP pump her body full of unregulated, expensive "supplements of the week" that make false promises: Sure! I'll try that!
I guess some people feel the need to fork over cash for pills to feel like they're accomplishing something?
If I were a lesser person (or just more desperate), I'd get in on this cash cow. If the MFP forums have taught me anything, it's that people will still pay good money for snake oil.
If you ever decide to, please count me in on it. I'm not evil enough to do it on my own but I'll be an excellent minion.
See the poster with the long list of supplements they took - no evidence that any of them had any effect but she is still recommending them! People are crazy for pills, that's all it is.
NO WONDER I STOPPED USING THE FORUM PPL JUST NEED ATTN...
Pot meet kettle...
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Laurenjenai wrote: »UltimateRBF wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Everyone has their own strong opinions and thoughts about supplements, but I can tell you what I took during my journey. Keep in mind I had a pretty intense workout schedule and definitely controlled my eating as well so I can't say if the supplements actually did anything for me.
BCAA'S (was supposed to help maintain your muscle mass, something like protien)
Acidophilus Two Billion (heard it was good for you)
B 12 ( I heard it increases your metabolism)
Maca (I LOST TONS OF FAT doing my cardio therefore lost some of my booty lol I wanted to achieve that big booty I previously had and heard this worked plus it was said to increase your sexual desire which couldn't hurt either, so I tried. In addition to taking I did major Squats and weight training so I'm not sure which really did the trick or if it assisted)
Biotin (Mainly I took to see if it would help with my skin. Couldn't tell u for sure if it was the biotin that worked or the excessive water I was drinking and sweating to get rid of toxins that improved my skin)
Super Cleanse (THIS REALLY WORKED FOR ME, MOST IN PART BEACAUSE I WASNT HAVING REGULAR BOWEL MOVEMENTS TMI
I KNOW, BUT TRUE. IM SURE OTHERS WILL REPLY THAT WITH ENOUGH WATER FRUIT AND VEGGIES YOU CAN ACHIEVE THIS TOO, BUT IM JUST REFERRING TO MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE)
Again this was all personal experience used in conjuction with DAILY EXERCISE AND DIETING. I know it's hard for others to refrain from judging and being cruel in forums, but anyways I hope this helps.
B12 does not increase your metabolism.
The weight training is what helped you get your butt back.
Don't need anything more than fiber/fluids/exercise for your colon.
None of the above is necessary for anyone.
Lord have mercy, even with all the warnings that this is of personal experience and backing up my claims with regular exercise and diet someone still has to be negative and judgemental instead of JUST offering their own advice.
To be fair though, "I heard" and "it's supposed to" and "I tried it to see if it would work" doesn't really inspire a lot of confidence.
Oh look who it is...u just couldn't stay away. I'm sure you will be at walmart stocking up...slow sarcastic laughManiacalLaugh wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »ManiacalLaugh wrote: »A bunch of posts recommending reasonable measure: No response.
One post recommending the OP pump her body full of unregulated, expensive "supplements of the week" that make false promises: Sure! I'll try that!
I guess some people feel the need to fork over cash for pills to feel like they're accomplishing something?
If I were a lesser person (or just more desperate), I'd get in on this cash cow. If the MFP forums have taught me anything, it's that people will still pay good money for snake oil.
If you ever decide to, please count me in on it. I'm not evil enough to do it on my own but I'll be an excellent minion.
See the poster with the long list of supplements they took - no evidence that any of them had any effect but she is still recommending them! People are crazy for pills, that's all it is.
Im not recommending, just telling her what I used, and what I THOUGHT contributed on my journey, may I add SUCCESSFUL journey. Secondly I am glad to say I am the only one to recieve a thanks from the forum creator while everyone else is just being NEGATIVE, JUDGEMENTAL, OR JUST BORED.
NO WONDER I STOPPED USING THE FORUM PPL JUST NEED ATTN...
Congrats. Though, you weren't the only one she thanked. There was another. You're in good company.0 -
NO WONDER I STOPPED USING THE FORUM PPL JUST NEED ATTN...
The irony here....oh my.0 -
Laurenjenai wrote: »UltimateRBF wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »Laurenjenai wrote: »Everyone has their own strong opinions and thoughts about supplements, but I can tell you what I took during my journey. Keep in mind I had a pretty intense workout schedule and definitely controlled my eating as well so I can't say if the supplements actually did anything for me.
BCAA'S (was supposed to help maintain your muscle mass, something like protien)
Acidophilus Two Billion (heard it was good for you)
B 12 ( I heard it increases your metabolism)
Maca (I LOST TONS OF FAT doing my cardio therefore lost some of my booty lol I wanted to achieve that big booty I previously had and heard this worked plus it was said to increase your sexual desire which couldn't hurt either, so I tried. In addition to taking I did major Squats and weight training so I'm not sure which really did the trick or if it assisted)
Biotin (Mainly I took to see if it would help with my skin. Couldn't tell u for sure if it was the biotin that worked or the excessive water I was drinking and sweating to get rid of toxins that improved my skin)
Super Cleanse (THIS REALLY WORKED FOR ME, MOST IN PART BEACAUSE I WASNT HAVING REGULAR BOWEL MOVEMENTS TMI
I KNOW, BUT TRUE. IM SURE OTHERS WILL REPLY THAT WITH ENOUGH WATER FRUIT AND VEGGIES YOU CAN ACHIEVE THIS TOO, BUT IM JUST REFERRING TO MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE)
Again this was all personal experience used in conjuction with DAILY EXERCISE AND DIETING. I know it's hard for others to refrain from judging and being cruel in forums, but anyways I hope this helps.
B12 does not increase your metabolism.
The weight training is what helped you get your butt back.
Don't need anything more than fiber/fluids/exercise for your colon.
None of the above is necessary for anyone.
Lord have mercy, even with all the warnings that this is of personal experience and backing up my claims with regular exercise and diet someone still has to be negative and judgemental instead of JUST offering their own advice.
To be fair though, "I heard" and "it's supposed to" and "I tried it to see if it would work" doesn't really inspire a lot of confidence.
Oh look who it is...u just couldn't stay away. I'm sure you will be at walmart stocking up...slow sarcastic laughManiacalLaugh wrote: »Alyssa_Is_LosingIt wrote: »ManiacalLaugh wrote: »A bunch of posts recommending reasonable measure: No response.
One post recommending the OP pump her body full of unregulated, expensive "supplements of the week" that make false promises: Sure! I'll try that!
I guess some people feel the need to fork over cash for pills to feel like they're accomplishing something?
If I were a lesser person (or just more desperate), I'd get in on this cash cow. If the MFP forums have taught me anything, it's that people will still pay good money for snake oil.
If you ever decide to, please count me in on it. I'm not evil enough to do it on my own but I'll be an excellent minion.
See the poster with the long list of supplements they took - no evidence that any of them had any effect but she is still recommending them! People are crazy for pills, that's all it is.
NO WONDER I STOPPED USING THE FORUM PPL JUST NEED ATTN...
Pot meet kettle...
Yup, that one needed it.
no way I'm taking that one back...let me stop entertaining yall... 0 -
Taking supplements that you do not need can actually be dangerous.0
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None of them are for weight loss, but I do take a multi vitamin, fish oil, and a calcium supplement daily0
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You should never take OTC vitamins without consulting your doctor. People don't realize how dangerous things can be just because you don't need a prescription. Also, if you have enough B12 in your body, supplements won't do anything and the excess will be excreted in your urine. As for "fat burners" or whatever, none of them work. Energy supplements? Get enough sleep, eat some carbs and take a little walk. Drink a small cup of coffee. Don't waste your money on pills you don't need.0
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