Oh, they definitely work... as long as you're taking them. You drop the weight fast and furiously. But according to my story and anyone else I've ever known who takes them, you gain most or all of it back within a year of stopping. My opinion is the reason you gain it back is because you don't change your lifestyle. The pill is the easy way out. You're just not hungry, so you don't eat, and it melts off of you like crazy. So you continue to eat whatever you like, just in smaller portions. (which is ok to do anyway, with moderation) I don't think diet pills are the devil, honestly. I think they do what they are designed to do, and I think they are a good boost for someone who is starting off morbidly obese. But I do think they are abused, prescribed way to fast and easily to those who don't really need them, and are taken way too long without proper education on lifestyle changes. They also have some nasty side effects... terrible dry mouth, insomnia, hyperactivity, and irritability.

Welcome to the 30 Somethings group Ange, and Jennifer!! There are several actives on here so feel free to add us. Also, feel free to start a thread or post a question.

We just started another 3 Month (Self) Challenge - Part 5. If you care to join us just private message me and I will add you to our spreadsheet.

I have also started a measurement check in thread if you are interested in keeping track of your measurements by month.
Good luck on your journeys! Here is to a healthy new year! :drinker:

Jo

Ange0NZ, There just aren't any shortcuts in dieting. And I like your profile pic! You look determined and happy.

Ange0NZ, There just aren't any shortcuts in dieting. And I like your profile pic! You look determined and happy.

Thank you! Yes, very happy. That was me racing my students on the beach (I'm a school teacher) and as big as this ole' girl is - amazingly, I won!

Hi, my name is Vanessa I'm from Puerto Rico. I'm looking for new friends for support. Sometimes this can be frustrating :sad:

But I'm really motivated and know I will make it!!!

Welcome to the 30 Somethings group Vanessa!! There are several actives on here so feel free to add us. Also, feel free to start a thread or post a question.

We just started another 3 Month (Self) Challenge - Part 5. If you care to join us just private message me and I will add you to our spreadsheet.

I have also started a measurement check in thread if you are interested in keeping track of your measurements by month.
Good luck on your journey! Here is to a healthy new year! :drinker:

Jo

Hi everyone! I'm Amy. I'm 33 and just joined MFP. My goal right now is to lose 40 pounds and then I'll reassess from there. I'm looking for new friends and support to help me through my journey.

Hello! I'm a 32 year old looking to get fit and healthy for the first time in my life. I've always wanted to be skinny but now that I'm married with a kid, I'm shifting my focus to health. Must admit - I'd like to get skinny in the process though I'd love to make some friends on here to hold me accountable!

Hi! I just joined mfp this week and am looking for others to talk to with similar goals. I am 35.

Well just turned 30 last friday so this is something new for me...but this year is going to be my year to take control. Here is to an awesome year.

Hey im Craig 36 from Nottingham in the UK and only been on here nearly a month now and im loving it. Last year i lost 210lbs in 45 weeks by eating healthy and exercise, im not on here to lose any more weight but to maintain now and take my exercise to the next level.

So far this year ive been doing Insanity workout but had to stop as i was struggling to maintain my weight, it was just dropping off me, so ive gone back to a slightly modified weights and cardio based workouts and added some insanity and les mills workouts into the mix.

Always looking for new friends to help motivate and motivate me back.

Cheers,

Craig.

WTG that's amazing 210lbs !!!

Hi everyone! I just joined this group this morning and I am looking to get to 150 from my original weight of 233.8 I have been on MFP for a week and I had my first weigh in this morning which resulted in a loss of 4.6 pounds.

Hi! My name is Liz and I am 30 years old. I have two little girls that are 6 and 8. I am a full time student and I work part time as a pre-k teacher. I am also engaged and getting married next summer! I lost 50 lbs two years ago but slowly gained it all back. I have 65-70 lbs that I want to lose to get to my ultimate goal weight. I am trying to just take it one day at a time. I am doing an hour of kickboxing 3-5 times a week and just trying to eat healthy! I want to be at my goal weight by the time I get married next summer (summer of 2014). Excited to be here!!

Hi Everyone!! I am 36 (right around the corner from turning 37), married and the proud mom to 2 boxer pups. I just joined this group and am very much looking forward to interacting with everyone.

Welcome to the 30 Somethings group Liz, ColleenASullivan, gannonlm76, and Dave!! There are several actives on here so feel free to add us. Also, feel free to start a thread or post a question.

We just started another 3 Month (Self) Challenge - Part 5. If you care to join us just private message me and I will add you to our spreadsheet.

I have also started a measurement check in thread if you are interested in keeping track of your measurements by month.
Good luck on your journeys! Here is to a healthy new year! :drinker:

Jo

Hello, I'm Brooke. I'm glad to be here. I'm looking to lose 100+lbs and can use all the help I can get.

Welcome to the 30 Somethings group Brooke!! There are several actives on here so feel free to add us. Also, feel free to start a thread or post a question.

We just started another 3 Month (Self) Challenge - Part 5. If you care to join us just private message me and I will add you to our spreadsheet.

I have also started a measurement check in thread if you are interested in keeping track of your measurements by month.
Good luck on your journey! Here is to a healthy new year! drinker

Jo