Anyone else starting the year with Herbalife?
prettymrsnelson
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My SIL is a distributor and has lost 10 pounds. She looks amazing! She was gracious enough to get me and my hubby started as a Christmas gift. We started today and I must say the shakes are quite yummy! I'm just curious if anyone plans on doing this plan for 2014? If so feel free to add me!
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As long as you're in a caloric deficit you can drink whatever kind of shake or eat whatever kind of food you want. There is nothing magical about Herbalife. Good luck!0
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I prefer to eat my food...0
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NO.0
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To each their own. I'm looking for people that are taking the same path I am. If it doesn't work, then it doesn't work and I am wiser in the end for it. Again - if you're on the same plan, feel free to add me. If you're here to criticize then please move along.0
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terrible..sorry0
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As long as you're in a caloric deficit you can drink whatever kind of shake or eat whatever kind of food you want. There is nothing magical about Herbalife. Good luck!0
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To each their own. I'm looking for people that are taking the same path I am. If it doesn't work, then it doesn't work and I am wiser in the end for it. Again - if you're on the same plan, feel free to add me. If you're here to criticize then please move along.
Its a public forum, you can't dictate who can and cannot comment.
I wouldnt waste my money on any of these silly diet shakes but you got it as a gift so whatever. A calorie deficit is all you need to lose weight and its cheaper than some diet shake0 -
To each their own. I'm looking for people that are taking the same path I am. If it doesn't work, then it doesn't work and I am wiser in the end for it. Again - if you're on the same plan, feel free to add me. If you're here to criticize then please move along.
by taking the same path as you do you mean looking for magical solutions that will lead to eventual failure?
eat in a deficit, work out, hit macros…you will lose weight and meet goals…
herbalife is bunk.0 -
These people are making a fortune off of lies....gives me lots of great ideas though0
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Oh lord. You're going to get a lot of negative comments. Here's what I can tell you: I am not a fruit eater. I would NEVER get my fruit recommendations in my diet, but for making smoothies. If having shakes encourages you to consume fruit you may not have consumed otherwise - it doesn't matter what the negative nancies say. Yes, weight loss can clearly be accomplished with having eggs for breakfast vs. herbalife. But if it works for you, that's wonderful. I love the way Herbalife shakes taste. I don't replace meals with it, but instead of having a snack of either junk (or carrots), I have a delicious shake. It's filling, and it's low cal. So let people hate if they want.
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Oh lord. You're going to get a lot of negative comments. Here's what I can tell you: I am not a fruit eater. I would NEVER get my fruit recommendations in my diet, but for making smoothies. If having shakes encourages you to consume fruit you may not have consumed otherwise - it doesn't matter what the negative nancies say. Yes, weight loss can clearly be accomplished with having eggs for breakfast vs. herbalife. But if it works for you, that's wonderful. I love the way Herbalife shakes taste. I don't replace meals with it, but instead of having a snack of either junk (or carrots), I have a delicious shake. It's filling, and it's low cal. So let people hate if they want.
its hating to use common sense and tell OP that she can lose weight for free by using MFP and counting calories?0 -
The shakes are only yummy for like the first week or two, afterwards you'll get pretty damn tired of drinking your meals and will say "F, this shake..gimme something I can chew!".
Seriously though, it was free so whatever use it for now..but I wouldn't advise doing it long term. Prior to MFP I used it for a few months and lost 40 lbs, but I was a total biotch to be around and constantly hangry and depressed because I felt deprived and also jealous of anyone who got to eat and chew. Not to mention broke because it's quite expensive. You could invest in good food and a gym membership and still spend way less in the long run.
But hey, who are we to deter you from throwing your money away.0 -
Oh lord. You're going to get a lot of negative comments. Here's what I can tell you: I am not a fruit eater. I would NEVER get my fruit recommendations in my diet, but for making smoothies. If having shakes encourages you to consume fruit you may not have consumed otherwise - it doesn't matter what the negative nancies say. Yes, weight loss can clearly be accomplished with having eggs for breakfast vs. herbalife. But if it works for you, that's wonderful. I love the way Herbalife shakes taste. I don't replace meals with it, but instead of having a snack of either junk (or carrots), I have a delicious shake. It's filling, and it's low cal. So let people hate if they want.
its hating to use common sense and tell OP that she can lose weight for free by using MFP and counting calories?
Oh relax. I NEVER said she couldn't accomplish the same thing by counting calories. She absolutely can! It seems silly to me when people are so riled up by it that they comment on every Herbalife post. It's powdered vitamins. The end. Yep, it's an unnecessary expenditure. But some people like the flavors and they are more apt to eat their fruit when they may not have otherwise done so.0 -
Oh lord. You're going to get a lot of negative comments. Here's what I can tell you: I am not a fruit eater. I would NEVER get my fruit recommendations in my diet, but for making smoothies. If having shakes encourages you to consume fruit you may not have consumed otherwise - it doesn't matter what the negative nancies say. Yes, weight loss can clearly be accomplished with having eggs for breakfast vs. herbalife. But if it works for you, that's wonderful. I love the way Herbalife shakes taste. I don't replace meals with it, but instead of having a snack of either junk (or carrots), I have a delicious shake. It's filling, and it's low cal. So let people hate if they want.
its hating to use common sense and tell OP that she can lose weight for free by using MFP and counting calories?
Oh relax. I NEVER said she couldn't accomplish the same thing by counting calories. She absolutely can!
then why are we "haters" for suggesting the most common sense path?0 -
Oh lord. You're going to get a lot of negative comments. Here's what I can tell you: I am not a fruit eater. I would NEVER get my fruit recommendations in my diet, but for making smoothies. If having shakes encourages you to consume fruit you may not have consumed otherwise - it doesn't matter what the negative nancies say. Yes, weight loss can clearly be accomplished with having eggs for breakfast vs. herbalife. But if it works for you, that's wonderful. I love the way Herbalife shakes taste. I don't replace meals with it, but instead of having a snack of either junk (or carrots), I have a delicious shake. It's filling, and it's low cal. So let people hate if they want.
its hating to use common sense and tell OP that she can lose weight for free by using MFP and counting calories?
Oh relax. I NEVER said she couldn't accomplish the same thing by counting calories. She absolutely can!
then why are we "haters" for suggesting the most common sense path?
Because you are so obviously upset by a powdered vitamin drink.0 -
Oh lord. You're going to get a lot of negative comments. Here's what I can tell you: I am not a fruit eater. I would NEVER get my fruit recommendations in my diet, but for making smoothies. If having shakes encourages you to consume fruit you may not have consumed otherwise - it doesn't matter what the negative nancies say. Yes, weight loss can clearly be accomplished with having eggs for breakfast vs. herbalife. But if it works for you, that's wonderful. I love the way Herbalife shakes taste. I don't replace meals with it, but instead of having a snack of either junk (or carrots), I have a delicious shake. It's filling, and it's low cal. So let people hate if they want.
its hating to use common sense and tell OP that she can lose weight for free by using MFP and counting calories?
Oh relax. I NEVER said she couldn't accomplish the same thing by counting calories. She absolutely can!
then why are we "haters" for suggesting the most common sense path?
Because you are so obviously upset by a powdered vitamin drink.
honestly, I could care less what OP what wants to do ..if she wants to blow her money on some pyramid scheme that has absolutely nothing to do with weight loss then that is fine with me…I am just suggesting the most reasonable course that will lead to long term success...0 -
My SIL is a distributor and has lost 10 pounds. She looks amazing! She was gracious enough to get me and my hubby started as a Christmas gift. We started today and I must say the shakes are quite yummy! I'm just curious if anyone plans on doing this plan for 2014? If so feel free to add me!
I don't think it was gracious of her at all. Who else are you going to buy them from? She's going to be making money off you.0 -
Oh lord. You're going to get a lot of negative comments. Here's what I can tell you: I am not a fruit eater. I would NEVER get my fruit recommendations in my diet, but for making smoothies. If having shakes encourages you to consume fruit you may not have consumed otherwise - it doesn't matter what the negative nancies say. Yes, weight loss can clearly be accomplished with having eggs for breakfast vs. herbalife. But if it works for you, that's wonderful. I love the way Herbalife shakes taste. I don't replace meals with it, but instead of having a snack of either junk (or carrots), I have a delicious shake. It's filling, and it's low cal. So let people hate if they want.
its hating to use common sense and tell OP that she can lose weight for free by using MFP and counting calories?
Oh relax. I NEVER said she couldn't accomplish the same thing by counting calories. She absolutely can!
then why are we "haters" for suggesting the most common sense path?
I really dislike that term. It used so out of context and just seems a way to try to negate other's opinions/points of view with a not so subtle insult. I guess discussions are out of the question because those that disagree are automatically labeled negative nancies who are just here to sabotage others. It's sad because "these haters" are the ones trying to help people let go of the fads, save themselves money and a possible rage quit, and actually want people to succeed for the long run.0 -
To each their own. I'm looking for people that are taking the same path I am. If it doesn't work, then it doesn't work and I am wiser in the end for it. Again - if you're on the same plan, feel free to add me. If you're here to criticize then please move along.
It's okay to get defensive. I'd be upset too if a family member encouraged me to spend lots of money on an unnecessary product.0 -
Oh lord. You're going to get a lot of negative comments. Here's what I can tell you: I am not a fruit eater. I would NEVER get my fruit recommendations in my diet, but for making smoothies. If having shakes encourages you to consume fruit you may not have consumed otherwise - it doesn't matter what the negative nancies say. Yes, weight loss can clearly be accomplished with having eggs for breakfast vs. herbalife. But if it works for you, that's wonderful. I love the way Herbalife shakes taste. I don't replace meals with it, but instead of having a snack of either junk (or carrots), I have a delicious shake. It's filling, and it's low cal. So let people hate if they want.
its hating to use common sense and tell OP that she can lose weight for free by using MFP and counting calories?
Oh relax. I NEVER said she couldn't accomplish the same thing by counting calories. She absolutely can!
then why are we "haters" for suggesting the most common sense path?
Because you are so obviously upset by a powdered vitamin drink.
Buy a multivitamin, its cheaper0 -
Oh lord. You're going to get a lot of negative comments. Here's what I can tell you: I am not a fruit eater. I would NEVER get my fruit recommendations in my diet, but for making smoothies. If having shakes encourages you to consume fruit you may not have consumed otherwise - it doesn't matter what the negative nancies say. Yes, weight loss can clearly be accomplished with having eggs for breakfast vs. herbalife. But if it works for you, that's wonderful. I love the way Herbalife shakes taste. I don't replace meals with it, but instead of having a snack of either junk (or carrots), I have a delicious shake. It's filling, and it's low cal. So let people hate if they want.
its hating to use common sense and tell OP that she can lose weight for free by using MFP and counting calories?
Oh relax. I NEVER said she couldn't accomplish the same thing by counting calories. She absolutely can!
then why are we "haters" for suggesting the most common sense path?
Because you are so obviously upset by a powdered vitamin drink.
honestly, I could care less what OP what wants to do ..if she wants to blow her money on some pyramid scheme that has absolutely nothing to do with weight loss then that is fine with me…I am just suggesting the most reasonable course that will lead to long term success...
I'm really not trying to be rude. I agree with you for the most part - it's not a long term solution. In fact, nothing besides a normal, healthy diet is. I just think that a lot of the "hate" (and I hope you realized I meant that slang in a humorous - not a literal - manner) ends up being harpy. A lot of people here are new to fitness and while they need to realize the importance of a (natural) balanced diet - shakes can be a stepping stone from whatever nonsense was being consumed before. It might not be the creme de la creme, but it's a start.0 -
Oh lord. You're going to get a lot of negative comments. Here's what I can tell you: I am not a fruit eater. I would NEVER get my fruit recommendations in my diet, but for making smoothies. If having shakes encourages you to consume fruit you may not have consumed otherwise - it doesn't matter what the negative nancies say. Yes, weight loss can clearly be accomplished with having eggs for breakfast vs. herbalife. But if it works for you, that's wonderful. I love the way Herbalife shakes taste. I don't replace meals with it, but instead of having a snack of either junk (or carrots), I have a delicious shake. It's filling, and it's low cal. So let people hate if they want.
its hating to use common sense and tell OP that she can lose weight for free by using MFP and counting calories?
Oh relax. I NEVER said she couldn't accomplish the same thing by counting calories. She absolutely can!
then why are we "haters" for suggesting the most common sense path?
Because you are so obviously upset by a powdered vitamin drink.
honestly, I could care less what OP what wants to do ..if she wants to blow her money on some pyramid scheme that has absolutely nothing to do with weight loss then that is fine with me…I am just suggesting the most reasonable course that will lead to long term success...
I'm really not trying to be rude. I agree with you for the most part - it's not a long term solution. In fact, nothing besides a normal, healthy diet is. I just think that a lot of the "hate" (and I hope you realized I meant that slang in a humorous - not a literal - manner) ends up being harpy. A lot of people here are new to fitness and while they need to realize the importance of a (natural) balanced diet - shakes can be a stepping stone from whatever nonsense was being consumed before. It might not be the creme de la creme, but it's a start.
actually, meal replacement shakes are just a way for newbies to get started with bad habits..because more then likely they will use said shakes, under eat, be miserable, binge, and then wonder why they are hunger all the time and cannot lose weight….
when if they would of created a 500 calorie daily deficit, ate healthy real food, worked out, and hit macros, they would of had long term sustainable success….0 -
My SIL is a distributor and has lost 10 pounds. She looks amazing! She was gracious enough to get me and my hubby started as a Christmas gift. We started today and I must say the shakes are quite yummy! I'm just curious if anyone plans on doing this plan for 2014? If so feel free to add me!
Wow, the gift that keeps on taking money from your bank account. Your SIL must really love you.
Tracking calories and moving more is free, and best of all, it actually works. You're welcome.0 -
Oh lord. You're going to get a lot of negative comments. Here's what I can tell you: I am not a fruit eater. I would NEVER get my fruit recommendations in my diet, but for making smoothies. If having shakes encourages you to consume fruit you may not have consumed otherwise - it doesn't matter what the negative nancies say. Yes, weight loss can clearly be accomplished with having eggs for breakfast vs. herbalife. But if it works for you, that's wonderful. I love the way Herbalife shakes taste. I don't replace meals with it, but instead of having a snack of either junk (or carrots), I have a delicious shake. It's filling, and it's low cal. So let people hate if they want.
its hating to use common sense and tell OP that she can lose weight for free by using MFP and counting calories?
Oh relax. I NEVER said she couldn't accomplish the same thing by counting calories. She absolutely can!
then why are we "haters" for suggesting the most common sense path?
I really dislike that term. It used so out of context and just seems a way to try to negate other's opinions/points of view with a not so subtle insult. I guess discussions are out of the question because those that disagree are automatically labeled negative nancies who are just here to sabotage others. It's sad because "these haters" are the ones trying to help people let go of the fads, save themselves money and a possible rage quit, and actually want people to succeed for the long run.
I apologize if I came across as subtly trying to be insulting. I was actually trying to be lighthearted, not offensive.0 -
I've tried it, the shakes taste good for like a week or 2. Then I got sick of them. Not worth the $$. Not everyone will agree wit my you, that's part of a discussion site.0
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I don't do fads and gimmicks.0
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I had a friend do herbalife. She explained how much the "vitamins" were and that she could not keep paying them that amount. She lost a lot of weight, and then just as quickly as she lost it - she gained it all back and then some.0
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To each their own. I'm looking for people that are taking the same path I am. If it doesn't work, then it doesn't work and I am wiser in the end for it. Again - if you're on the same plan, feel free to add me. If you're here to criticize then please move along.
Wouldn't you rather inform yourself and research something before hand instead of wasting your time?0 -
I lost 25 lbs in 2 months after the birth of my son using a combination of Herbalife shakes and breastfeeding. I didn't replace meals, but when I craved a snack, I had a shake instead. I didn't regain a single pound. However, it's not going to give you the body you crave. Only exercise combined with a healthy diet will do that. Which is why I'm here - to finish tightening everything up and lose 15 lbs.0
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I lost 25 lbs in 2 months after the birth of my son using a combination of Herbalife shakes and breastfeeding. I didn't replace meals, but when I craved a snack, I had a shake instead. I didn't regain a single pound. However, it's not going to give you the body you crave. Only exercise combined with a healthy diet will do that. Which is why I'm here - to finish tightening everything up and lose 15 lbs.
you lost weight because you were in a calorie deficit. and if you had a shake instead of food as a snack, you replaced food with a shake. the shakes still have calories. you could have eaten food and had the same outcome.0
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