Does Slim Fast really work? Well it has for me..
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My friend Angie has had great luck with Slim fast. She has lost over 25 lbs and was in the same boat she needed something to motivate excel her weight loss capabilities. I know she has convinced me to try it. She like Jared did for Subway is slowly adding back in regular foods as many here pointed out it is not something to do forever. It helps in situations where like me I need to loose the weight so I can loose more weight if that makes sense. I know you can work out at whatever size however I need to loose a few pounds in order to be able to do the more high impact workouts. I think you do whatever works best for you. yes this site has seen fad diets come and go. It is more about what works best for the individual. SO you go... Drink your slim fast! I will not be one to judge.. 25 lbs is more then I have lost so I say go for it.
Actually, no, it does not make sense to me.0 -
I think discouraging the poster is kinda mean. All I would say to that person is, while losing the weight on what is well-known to be a crash diet, try to familiarize yourself with proper long-term nutrition so you can gradually taper off of the liquid diet without gaining back all of your hard work. I suggest you try out Fat Loss Factor, it works perfectly.... this is the link http://maximumweightloss.net/loseweight/joinprogram.php
Good luck.
I think it's mean to be dishonest with people.0 -
...It helps in situations where like me I need to loose the weight so I can loose more weight if that makes sense....
No, it doesn't make sense (to me) ~ are you saying you don't believe you would lose eating at a similar calorie deficit as Slim Fast?0 -
I'm amazed the shakeology and advocare folks haven't jumped on this like white on rice.
Slim-fast isn't my thing. I can't stand drinking away my sugar. I want to eat my delicious grams of sugar.
13 grams of sugar can be used on delicious candy or chocolate.0 -
I went on the Slim Fast 3-2-1 plan last summer and I lost a bunch of weight! I was also exercising everyday so It wasn't just the lower calorie intake. In my experience with slim fast, I remember being hungry a lot but I couldn't eat. But I stuck to it and lost weight. I still have shakes for breakfast and sometimes lunch but I try to make my own
They're yummy! 0 -
What I find funny, is that you talk about how "mean" the others were when you have been snarky with their replies. If you don't like hearing others opinions then maybe you shouldn't post in an open forum.
Fad diets are all the same, they get you results but after the fad diet is done, there has to be a plan in place for someone to start eating regular again and exercise to keep the weight off. All those people who cut out carbs just until they got to their goal...What happened when they were done and started eating them again.
^^ This!!
You made a choice to share yourself on a public forum. So you cannot get upset when others give their 2 cents. Sure, these shakes may work for you... but what about all those chemicals it puts into your body? They are unnatural. I do not support this nor do I support weight loss pills. Or starvation.0 -
I've been using the slim fast shakes for a couple of weeks now and have lost a few lbs, I'm not following their plan and I'm having up to about 1500 cals a day with snacks and my evening meal. I know it's not a long term fix and I can't go back to eating crap when I stop using them, but they are convenient and easy (and have been half price in boots) and I really like the taste. I used to have porridge for breakfast but these seem to keep me fuller. I'd just fallen off the weight loss wagon for a bit and this has helped bring back my focus. I'll probably stop using them after this week, but I'm not looking forward to thinking of different things for lunch at work, for some reason I get bored of salad but not the shakes!
I think most people who use them know eating healthy meals is better but sometimes convenience and not having to think about your next meal wins over that.0 -
I'm NOT saying it is because it is SLIM FAST I lost the weight.
I am saying the plan helped me.
I know its not some freaking magical liquid that solved all of my problems.
I know it is because it is a calorie deficit.
I am not retarded.
I am saying the plan can help people, and there is nothing wrong with that.
I agree.. It's not a "magical elixir" but the plan itself has helped me too..0 -
Good for you- what a fantastic weight loss! I often have one of their ready made shakes for breakfast when I don't feel like eating as they are delicious! Keep up the excellent weight loss- I am very jealous as I am currently doing very badly! x0
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Glad you liked it. :flowerforyou:
Eff it. You're not worth it.I'm NOT saying it is because it is SLIM FAST I lost the weight.
I am saying the plan helped me.
I know its not some freaking magical liquid that solved all of my problems.
I know it is because it is a calorie deficit.
I am not retarded.
I am saying the plan can help people, and there is nothing wrong with that.
You're also 18 so your life experience is pretty limited but we'll forgive that. Many people here have been yo yo dieters for years that have the experience to comment on fad diets, magic pills and meal replacements for weight loss. Sometimes it's better to sit back quietly and learn.
LOL, nice edit.
Come on now.. Experience and age does not always make you an expert at weight loss and healthy lifestyle.. If that were the case, then us "older" folks on here wouldn't have the weight problems we have.. People shouldn't attack someone young for wanting to be healthy.. More young people need to start being more concerned with their health..0 -
Good for you- what a fantastic weight loss! I often have one of their ready made shakes for breakfast when I don't feel like eating as they are delicious! Keep up the excellent weight loss- I am very jealous as I am currently doing very badly! x
Thanks for the support!! Btw, don't worry, I am sure your weight loss will pick up soon.. You will find what works right for you. Believe in yourself and make sure you tell yourself everyday that you are worth it!0 -
THANK YOU.
Glad you liked it. :flowerforyou:
Eff it. You're not worth it.I'm NOT saying it is because it is SLIM FAST I lost the weight.
I am saying the plan helped me.
I know its not some freaking magical liquid that solved all of my problems.
I know it is because it is a calorie deficit.
I am not retarded.
I am saying the plan can help people, and there is nothing wrong with that.
You're also 18 so your life experience is pretty limited but we'll forgive that. Many people here have been yo yo dieters for years that have the experience to comment on fad diets, magic pills and meal replacements for weight loss. Sometimes it's better to sit back quietly and learn.
LOL, nice edit.
Come on now.. Experience and age does not always make you an expert at weight loss and healthy lifestyle.. If that were the case, then us "older" folks on here wouldn't have the weight problems we have.. People shouldn't attack someone young for wanting to be healthy.. More young people need to start being more concerned with their health..
I want to come to your house and bring you a whole box of cookies. Haha(:0 -
Come on now.. Experience and age does not always make you an expert at weight loss and healthy lifestyle.. If that were the case, then us "older" folks on here wouldn't have the weight problems we have.. People shouldn't attack someone young for wanting to be healthy.. More young people need to start being more concerned with their health..
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Come on now.. Experience and age does not always make you an expert at weight loss and healthy lifestyle.. If that were the case, then us "older" folks on here wouldn't have the weight problems we have.. People shouldn't attack someone young for wanting to be healthy.. More young people need to start being more concerned with their health..
Anyone who drinks Slimfast is concerned with their weight and not with their health.0 -
I personally think that many of the responses against slim fast are not for the OP but for other people just starting their journey with little understanding of healthy methods to lose weight and who are vulnerable to the numerous fad diets out there.0
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Well of course it works. You are reducing your calories, just eating healthily and exercising. You can't do that diet forever, and you can't go back to eating unhealthy. Your only option is adapting healthy eating habits now.0
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Well thank you for your "overwhelming" words of support.. lol BTW, I don't plan on doing Slim Fast forever.. You shouldn't assume someone who does these shake diets is completely ignorant of the fact that they are not a forever thing.. DUH... Most of us know this already. Sometimes what you may call the "right way" to lose weight doesn't always work for everyone..
Hi OP
I get what you were trying to say. I fully support you, wish you well, and love your sense of humor. Slim Fast serves a purpose but haters still gonna hate.
:drinker: <<Those are shakes, not beers ha ha0 -
Glad you liked it. :flowerforyou:
Eff it. You're not worth it.I'm NOT saying it is because it is SLIM FAST I lost the weight.
I am saying the plan helped me.
I know its not some freaking magical liquid that solved all of my problems.
I know it is because it is a calorie deficit.
I am not retarded.
I am saying the plan can help people, and there is nothing wrong with that.
You're also 18 so your life experience is pretty limited but we'll forgive that. Many people here have been yo yo dieters for years that have the experience to comment on fad diets, magic pills and meal replacements for weight loss. Sometimes it's better to sit back quietly and learn.
LOL, nice edit.
Come on now.. Experience and age does not always make you an expert at weight loss and healthy lifestyle.. If that were the case, then us "older" folks on here wouldn't have the weight problems we have.. People shouldn't attack someone young for wanting to be healthy.. More young people need to start being more concerned with their health..
You lost me after experience...if you like slimfast you would really REALLY love the it works wraps... You dont even have to exercise all you have to do is wrap this miracle wrap atound your jiggly parts and about 24 hrs later BAM 2 inches gone.0 -
Congratulations with the weight loss so far OP:flowerforyou: .0
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Congratulations with the weight loss so far OP:flowerforyou: .
Thanks!!
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Interesting0
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Good for you. Here's a cookie.,...
WOW! Rude.0 -
Well thank you for your "overwhelming" words of support.. lol BTW, I don't plan on doing Slim Fast forever.. You shouldn't assume someone who does these shake diets is completely ignorant of the fact that they are not a forever thing.. DUH... Most of us know this already. Sometimes what you may call the "right way" to lose weight doesn't always work for everyone..
Hi OP
I get what you were trying to say. I fully support you, wish you well, and love your sense of humor. Slim Fast serves a purpose but haters still gonna hate.
:drinker: <<Those are shakes, not beers ha ha
Too bad they aren't real beers..lol I wish they made a low cal, low carb beer that actually tasted good.. Maybe someday..:bigsmile:0 -
Good for you. Here's a cookie.,...
WOW! Rude.
Sure wish I could have a cookie... lol
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Come on now.. Experience and age does not always make you an expert at weight loss and healthy lifestyle.. If that were the case, then us "older" folks on here wouldn't have the weight problems we have.. People shouldn't attack someone young for wanting to be healthy.. More young people need to start being more concerned with their health..
Anyone who drinks Slimfast is concerned with their weight and not with their health.
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This is so untrue, being 100lbs overweight is more deadly and unhealthy than drinking slim fast. If your concerned about your weight your concerned about your health. They go hand in hand. And not everyone eats clean therefore her drinking slimfast is NOT adding anything to her diet that she's not getting from any of her other processed foods. Come on get real about this. It's a processed food that's all it is.0 -
It isn't a processed food...it's a processed drink. Food requires chewing.0
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Glad you liked it. :flowerforyou:
Eff it. You're not worth it.I'm NOT saying it is because it is SLIM FAST I lost the weight.
I am saying the plan helped me.
I know its not some freaking magical liquid that solved all of my problems.
I know it is because it is a calorie deficit.
I am not retarded.
I am saying the plan can help people, and there is nothing wrong with that.
You're also 18 so your life experience is pretty limited but we'll forgive that. Many people here have been yo yo dieters for years that have the experience to comment on fad diets, magic pills and meal replacements for weight loss. Sometimes it's better to sit back quietly and learn.
LOL, nice edit.
Come on now.. Experience and age does not always make you an expert at weight loss and healthy lifestyle.. If that were the case, then us "older" folks on here wouldn't have the weight problems we have.. People shouldn't attack someone young for wanting to be healthy.. More young people need to start being more concerned with their health..
WOW. The ignorance and arrogance....
The whole point of experience is that many people have been down this road several times and realised that it did not work, which fits in well with observed data out there. If you want to carry on down, by all means do so but don't go into a public space (which is what this forum is) seeking validation.
As for the 'polite' 18 year old, well one day you'll grow up.0 -
ha wow.. this is ironic!! Doesn't anger shoot up the cortisol in the body, therefore making it harder to lose weight?0
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It isn't a processed food...it's a processed drink. Food requires chewing.
Wrong answer, I drink my food almost everyday. Fruit smoothies and veggie smoothies are amazing and I don't chew a darn thing. You can have something considered food without chewing. And it's a processed MEAL replacement drink. She's replacing one meal, that she may or may not chew, for something that requires no chewing but gives her the same feeling as having "chewed" a meal.
The point is the drink is processed and more than likely so would have been her other meal.0 -
Glad you listed the ingrediants. My SlimFast story turned into a 3-year nightmare. Have used it off and on for quick weight loss for years with no problem. Three years ago I got hooked on Cappicino flavored SlimFast. Was buying it at Sam's by the cartons. Went for checkup, triglycerides were sky high (wonder why?). Dr. put me on Lipitor after doing baseline liver function tests, which were normal. Several weeks later he rechecked labs and my AST and ALT were off the chart. Came off Lipitor immediately and he recommended Niacin and fish oil. Labs came down but not to normal. Several months later I was so sick I could barely function. Nausea constantly, chalk-colored stools, orange urine (I know, TMI). It took 3 months to get the diagnosis of autoimmune liver disease finally via liver biopsy. Lost a lot of weight during this time but was then put on high doses of Prednisone. Holy cow, I knew it caused you to eat a lot, but I ballooned up like a blimp. Now 2 years later I have the disease under control and am only taking a maintenance dose of 2.5 mg daily but haven't been able to lose the weight. Not saying SlimFast (3 cans a day) caused the disease, but because of the high sugar content, my triglycerides went up. I'm sure it was a mixture of the Lipitor, niacin and fish oil I used to try to lower the numbers that caused the liver disease. So far I don't have diabetes but being on Prednisone there is always that possibility. Now instead of needing to lose 10 pounds (the initial reason I started using SlimFast), I need to lose 37 to get to my goal weight of 150.
Now when I crave a shake I make my own. Frozen banana slices or whatever fresh fruit I have, unsweetened almond milk, yogurt (not lite--it has aspertame in it) and chia or flax seed with crushed ice. Yum.0
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