Anyone using anything to help lose weight, shakes, teas, caffeine, ect?

bgorum wrote: »

See I think what we have here is simply a question of perception. One person says they drink a protein shake, not to lose weight but to make sure they get enough protein by the end of the day. I say I drink a protein shake to lose weight. Part of me losing weight is making sure I get the protein and vital nutrients I need to avert cravings and reach my protein goals by the end of the day. I don't get the bias. Is it JUST because I say weight loss and you say protein?

There are a lot of shakes (like Slimfast) that are advertised in a way that makes it seem like if you drink their shakes, you will lose more weight than if you just ate the same amount of calories. So when someone tells me they drink shakes to lose weight, I assume that's what they mean. That some special ingredient in the shake, or some mystical benefit of liquification of nutrients, makes their body drop weight. So yes, honestly it is the way you said it. If drinking your shake in the morning fills you up or satisfies your sweet tooth for the rest of the day, that's awesome! For some people, drinking their calories in the AM actually makes them crave more food during the day, they need to chew food to feel satisfied.

To the OP, everyone is different, different foods and different macros are satiating to different people. When push comes to shove, no "product" is necessary to lose weight. I'd bet the benefit most people get from supplements or pre-mixed drinks is psychological. Better to lose it without all that than to feel like you "need" a specific product to lose weight. 'Cause you don't Good luck!

tlarabee wrote: »

I've been reading all these post, wow, calories in calories out and you will lose, eat healthy, don't bother with pills, everyone has a way of doing weight loss. which is right, which is wrong. Only you can tell for yourself. I have been eating what I want, and by this website way below my normal 1200 calories a day, I have been going to the gym since the first of Jan at least 3 times a week, doing anywhere from 30-60 min of cardio, and then some (not over the top) weights. So I have a big calorie deficit . I will be 100% honest, in the month of Jan I have lost 2lbs, but what I have noticed and a lot of my friends is that I'm toning up. I don't want to be a body builder I just want to look good and feel good. Figured in time the weight will slowly start to fall off and get caught up to all the toning I'm doing. I can't say not to bother with something that helps give you energy, or curves your appetite because I do use something that helps me control my snacking. I wish you the best of luck, follow your heart and your gut and do what you think is best for you.

Sorry I'm not sure I understood this right, are you eating 1200 calories a day?

I use MFP to help me lose weight. Works great and it's free.

Yes, different opinions and different terminology . . . . Different, not necessarily better or worse. And without analyzing everyone's shake of choice one by one, it's impossible to honestly assess and pass judgment on any shake drinker. And I see you still insist on making a difference between protein shake use and protein/supplement "weight loss" shake use as part of a weight loss plan. Whatever.

I drink a lot of tea now that I have started. I'm down 18lbs in about 2 months so I'm doing pretty well.