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drivennightrunner87 wrote: »queenliz99 wrote: »How about coffee instead?
LOL... coffee vs. FDA-approved treatment ??
Yep. Coffee, FTW!!!12 -
I used it for a while when you could order it online from Mexico or where ever. It works. But when I had to quit taking it, I gained it all back plus 15 pounds, 105 to 140, putting me the heaviest I'd ever been.
It was just a waste of money. And when I came off it, I had gallbladder problems. It may have been a coincidence, but I doubt it.
Stick to the caffeine, exercise, portion control, maybe some vitamin B12.
Good luck.0 -
I'm currently on Phentermine. I've lost 15 pounds in 3 weeks. I'm eating anywhere from 1500 to 1800 calories a day. I'm losing weight because of the increased energy. No side effects
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queenliz99 wrote: »drivennightrunner87 wrote: »Phentermine may actually help...if Interested, look into it and bring it up with your doc!
Uh, no! Phentermine is unnecessary and can be dangerous to your health. If you need a little bump in energy, coffee has lots of benefits
Listen, I know what the H i'm talking about... ALL PRESCRIPTION DRUGS that can be legitimately prescribed (meaning they are UN-BANNED in America or wherever) have potential side effects (obviously, some more than others)...but that doesn't mean U will necessarily be negatively effected or one should automatically rule them out! It's between her and her doctor (primary, psychiatrist, etc.) to access/determine whether the advantages/benefits could outrule the disadvantages (and sometimes trial & error is necessary).
The choice is personal --and up to her and her physician.
And ordering drugs (especially controlled) on the internet from another country, etc. without a legitimate prescription isn't very wise because it's illegal/you don't know what you're actually getting and whether the active ingredient is REAL7 -
lorindaleigh wrote: »I'm currently on Phentermine. I've lost 15 pounds in 3 weeks. I'm eating anywhere from 1500 to 1800 calories a day. I'm losing weight because of the increased energy. No side effects
Sweet...Best to you throughout your journey to FIT! ( :3 -
drivennightrunner87 wrote: »lorindaleigh wrote: »I'm currently on Phentermine. I've lost 15 pounds in 3 weeks. I'm eating anywhere from 1500 to 1800 calories a day. I'm losing weight because of the increased energy. No side effects
Sweet...Best to you throughout your journey to FIT! ( :
Do you work for Big Pharma?11 -
drivennightrunner87 wrote: »lorindaleigh wrote: »I'm currently on Phentermine. I've lost 15 pounds in 3 weeks. I'm eating anywhere from 1500 to 1800 calories a day. I'm losing weight because of the increased energy. No side effects
Sweet...Best to you throughout your journey to FIT! ( :
Do you work for Big Pharma?
LOL...nah i'm just a legal clerk for a bankruptcy/personal injury attorney4 -
drivennightrunner87 wrote: »drivennightrunner87 wrote: »lorindaleigh wrote: »I'm currently on Phentermine. I've lost 15 pounds in 3 weeks. I'm eating anywhere from 1500 to 1800 calories a day. I'm losing weight because of the increased energy. No side effects
Sweet...Best to you throughout your journey to FIT! ( :
Do you work for Big Pharma?
LOL...nah i'm just a legal clerk for a bankruptcy/personal injury attorney
Nice!1 -
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queenliz99 wrote: »drivennightrunner87 wrote: »queenliz99 wrote: »How about coffee instead?
LOL... coffee vs. FDA-approved treatment ??
Yep. Coffee, FTW!!!
Right? Love coffee!0 -
I'm one of those who couldn't lose weight, having tried everything out there, including weighing food. Finally joined a program where even the Nurse Practitioner ended up saying, "Wow. Your metabolism is abysmal." Long story short, she put me on phentermine. I have been on it for about 4 months or so now and I'm down about 18 pounds (29 pounds from my highest all-time weight). Zero side effects. That being said, she also decided to add in Victoza and most recently, zinosamide. I've hardly had to adjust my eating because by all accounts, I should have been losing weight all these years; my body just thought differently. I am not promoting any of these medications because I don't know what it'll be like once I stop them. Just wanted to share my experience.
(BTW, there's a difference between phentermine and phen-phen (Fen-Fen?) of the 90s that caused cardiac problems.)
How was your metabolism determined to be poor, what medical condition caused it, and how is/was that condition being treated?
Also, phentermine is just one ingredient in phen-fen (or was it fen-phen?) but is most definitely linked to serious cardiac issues on its own. If the risk is worth the nominal temporary benefit, that's your prerogative.8 -
drivennightrunner87 wrote: »
The choice is personal --and up to her and her physician.
And ordering drugs (especially controlled) on the internet from another country, etc. without a legitimate prescription isn't very wise because it's illegal/you don't know what you're actually getting and whether the active ingredient is REAL
In my case, I'm not sure it was illegal... Doctors offer their services online. It's just easier to attain. Insurance companies even pay for these visits.
Anyhow, it's no different than ordering Viagra online. Or my dogs heart worm medicine from another country, Sweden I think.
I'm not saying take Phentermine. Just all about the consumers options.0 -
drivennightrunner87 wrote: »
The choice is personal --and up to her and her physician.
And ordering drugs (especially controlled) on the internet from another country, etc. without a legitimate prescription isn't very wise because it's illegal/you don't know what you're actually getting and whether the active ingredient is REAL
In my case, I'm not sure it was illegal... Doctors offer their services online. It's just easier to attain. Insurance companies even pay for these visits.
Anyhow, it's no different than ordering Viagra online. Or my dogs heart worm medicine from another country, Sweden I think.
I'm not saying take Phentermine. Just all about the consumers options.
Hey...sorry! i was 'off my rockers' yesterday haha (not the best day)... i do know it's a controlled stimulant--i'm sure your fine tho...mine was prescribed by a doc at a weight loss clinic--i paid like 80 bucks for little book about nutrition and cals and stuff and a bottle of 30....it wasn't all that GR8 4 me either--like it's effects wore off and stuff and i don't even think i was really committed to losing weight at the time--which makes a big difference cause ur mindset has to be 100%...at best, i think it's somewhat effective as an aid for some who are at an obese bmi in the beginning but def. not long-term + increased side effects!0 -
kiaramonroe772 wrote: »I have been trying to lose weight for like forever now and nothing seems to work. I heard about phentermine as a jump start and I was wondering what you guys thought or if any of you have tried it. Thanks in advance
I lost about ten pounds using it. It helped curb my hunger but I had to stay committed when I was done using it1 -
queenliz99 wrote: »drivennightrunner87 wrote: »Phentermine may actually help...if Interested, look into it and bring it up with your doc!
Uh, no! Phentermine is unnecessary and can be dangerous to your health. If you need a little bump in energy, coffee has lots of benefits
Hi Queen, sorry i came across as fresh and pushy yesterday /: ... i do agree that it can have dangerous side effects as it's a strong stimulant....def not something to rely on! but i suppose it may help some short-term (esp. if they don't have any underlying condition ie. heart problems and can tolerate it)1 -
I think the thing to remember here is not the weight loss itself but HOW to maintain said weight loss. The focus is always on losing and almost never on how to keep it off which has been my issue in the past.
I'm neutral OP on taking the meds. If you need it to get you started and to get you motivated then thats your business. Just be mindful it can have some side affects you may not like, it's pretty short term AND you still need to learn how to eat within a calorie deficit to continue losing after you stop taking it or to eat within a calorie goal when you come off it. Usually your appetite returns when coming off so you may even have a harder time staying within your calorie goal.3 -
I think the thing to remember here is not the weight loss itself but HOW to maintain said weight loss. The focus is always on losing and almost never on how to keep it off which has been my issue in the past.
I'm neutral OP on taking the meds. If you need it to get you started and to get you motivated then thats your business. Just be mindful it can have some side affects you may not like, it's pretty short term AND you still need to learn how to eat within a calorie deficit to continue losing after you stop taking it or to eat within a calorie goal when you come off it. Usually your appetite returns when coming off so you may even have a harder time staying within your calorie goal.
Truth...full-force /:2 -
I work in a family practice office and he prescribes this often! But we always tell patients that lifestyle changes are still needed for it to work! 1600 calorie diet( always depends of course), smaller portions, 30 minutes cardiovascular exercise a day! I've seen ppl just take it only and continue to eat as "normal", but as soon as the prescription is up they gain the weight back within a month4
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It is a stimulant that can raise your blood pressure and cause heart problems. Yes, it will suppress your appetite, but it is a drug meant to be used short-term. When your appetite comes back (which it will), you will have learned nothing about how to control it on your own with controlled portions and satiating foods, meaning you will more than likely put weight back on when you come off.
Best bet is to buy a food scale, track your calories as accurately as possible, eat a reasonable amount of a variety of foods each day, and find an activity that you enjoy doing to keep you active. The weight will come off and you will learn healthy ways to control your appetite, making it easier to maintain your weight loss in the future.8 -
sparklyglitterbomb wrote: »kiaramonroe772 wrote: »
I mean exactly what I just said. Yes I have been tracking my calories with a healthy goal, I have worked out consistently for about 4 months. I'm no idiot and don't try to imply that I am one. I have weighed and measured myself under the same conditions. If you're here to judge someone, which is indeed sad you can honestly get the *kitten* off the post.
@kommodevaran wasn't implying anything, just pointing out very common things that many overlook when they are trying to lose weight. There was nothing there implying you are an idiot, just a request for more information or for you to ask yourself those serious questionskiaramonroe772 wrote: »
Thank you, eating smaller portions is also my problem as well lol. Cooking smaller amounts is a great idea that I plan on incorporating, thanks again.
and in the next answer, you give the bolded statement, which indicates that perhaps your eating is not always as on track as you claimed in the first response. If portion sizes are a consistent problem, it can wipe out any deficit you had the rest of the time. Accurately weighing and logging your food can give you a clearer idea of what those larger portions you are eating may do to any deficit you are trying to achieve.
As far as a drug to "kickstart" your diet, it's not going to have any real or long lasting effect if you don't get a handle on the rest of it. You may lose a little in the short term (though doubtful) but it will come back quickly when you revert back to habits that may not be helping achieve your goals.
You might also think about making your food diary public so that if there are any obvious things in there, people can help you out. (incorrect items from the database, etc)
It seems that the OP didn't even understand what Kommod was saying. She thinks she was talking about measuring and tracking her weight, when in reality she meant that she needs to measure, and weigh her FOOD, because she is clearly not being accurate with it, and that simple missunderstanding proves that, and the fact that she has only been working out for 4 months, but says that she has been trying to lose weight forever seems like she is looking more for a quick weight loss solution, than to actually learn the correct way to lose the weight.
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