Worried about phen...help pls - Phentermine.com

Rheality · July 16th, 2004, 02:38 AM

Could it be possible for Phen not to work? I decided to weigh in today, being 5 days, ( I know I should wait till Monday, or 1 month), but Ive only lost 1.5 pounds. I thought people were supposed to lose more? I know everyone is different, but ick! Im afraid these pills arent going to work for me. Im eating well and working out. I have all the effects of phen, no appetite, drymouth, insomnia...i just took it (7:30am) and it hasn’t kicked in yet I don’t think cuz im a tad hungry...or it may be head hunger. I dunno. Im really worried. What do you guys think? Any clues? or am i just freaking myself out?

Trendywendy · July 16th, 2004, 02:59 AM

Phen works different for everyone. 1 and a half lb isnt bad for 5 days. You also may be losing inches. Try taking your measurements and go by those insted of the scale. It will work and you will see a difference just give it a little time.

I cant remember what I lost my first week, but I do know the scale started making me angry when I didnt see results. So try putting the scale away for a while. Good Luck to you!

Wendy

slowfoot · July 16th, 2004, 03:55 AM

Hi Rheality

I'm thinking 1.5 lbs in 5 days is pretty damn great. I'm not sure what your expectations were, and I'm not trying to disregard you being upset, I know that feeling of wanting it all gone, NOW.

For me it's important to document what I'm eating, how much water I'm drinking and what sort of exercise I'm doing. That way I can see right in front of me why I lost more one week or less another.

YOu're gonna do it, it just takes time. Don't be down, it's 1.5 lbs gone, right?

Rheality · July 16th, 2004, 04:06 AM

I guess I expected to lose more. I have read so many stories where others have lost 3-5 pounds within the first week or more. I know, evryone is different. I guess ive just been so stuck at this weight for so long, that I just want the scale to move faster.

mms72 · July 16th, 2004, 04:14 AM

HI--

i agree- you have to give it time-- 1.5 is good for 5 days-- you'll prob be at 2 by 7days-- and thats is what is recommended--2lbs a week. I know how ya feel tho!! Try and stay off the scale (I know easier said than done!!)

i din't really lose BIG in the first week-- i averaged about 10 lbs a month-- so it took me awhile too! just keep exercising and eating healthy and it'll come off--

OH yeah-- are ya drinking LOTS of water????

Beautsbelle · July 16th, 2004, 04:24 AM

I think that it might be because of your GB surgery. You had already shrank your stomach with the surgery, and had already lost the beginning "water weight". Just a thought. Hang in there... it will get better for you. I read another of your posts, and it sounds like you have your diet under control... and exercise as well. Check your measurements. I bet you have lost inches.

Hang in there!

Andi

babyshanie · July 16th, 2004, 04:51 AM

I lost inches first before lbs..i was very frustrated my first week. Then by the second week I had lost about 6lbs..it was like I woke up one day and it was gone...hang in there and dont put too much pressure on yourself as you will lose the weight..drink lots of water and eat well..and exercise..that is all i do and its coming off slowly but steady!

BabYsHaNiE

Bex Skinny Now · July 16th, 2004, 05:11 AM

Yes, everyone is different. Phen works on each person differently. DO not get discouraged. I know it is easy to do, I am fighting discouragment (is that the right word for it?) at the present moment myself. I had TOM in the beginning of the week and for someone who weighs herself every morning, it really discouraged me when I saw the scale creep up 4 lbs! I knew it was because of that deep down inside, but I still fretted over it.
How Phen makes you "feel" is also different for everyone. Some people "feel" the sudden rush when the pill "kicks in", others don't. I have been on it over a month now, sometimes I still feel it, but for the most part I don't have that actual sensation anymore. I do still have the major energy and dry mouth tho. I have been very stressed lately, and that is one of the number ONE things that can cause weight gain or a stall in the dieting process. I need to get my head on straight again, and keep plugging away. Continue to eat good foods, (recommended 3 meals a day plus healthy snacks in between) exercise how and when you can and keep your chin up. I am a BIG advocate of using a food and exercise journal. I have found that to be a very helpful part of my success. Hearing and talking disappears from your memory too quickly, but seeing it in black and white seems to make a bigger impact on me. I can always go back and reflect on it at a later date if need be. Thinking and remembering is not always so accurate. I use fitday.com, there are many others out there to try as well. I use the journal section not only to vent about my diet and exercise but it also helps me deal with other feelings I am having, and other "non-diet" issues as well. Like before, seeing them down in black and white makes a bigger impression on me personally. I hope this helps a little. DO not get discouraged. Keep you chin up and Phen is only an AID to help you lose weight....it only does about 15% of the work, you yourself have to make up for that other 85%. You did not gain the weight in one week, you may not lose it all in a week. Keep at it and it will pay off in the end.

Rheality · July 16th, 2004, 05:38 AM

Thanks guys. I use Fitday religiously! I love it!

If i can ask, what is TOM? Ive seen it mentioned before, but cant figure it out.

I know ive lost inches and am shaping up cuz I tried on a blouse this morning that i couldnt wear before and it fit perfectly! I have also incorporated some Tai Chi along with the elliptical and the pillates. I will continue! And I will TRY to not get discouraged!

Trendywendy · July 16th, 2004, 06:05 AM

TOM is a womans monthly. Cant think of another appropriate way to say it

.

Wendy

JustLurking · July 16th, 2004, 07:58 AM

TOM = Time of month

I think losing 1.5 in 5 days is fantastic! Don't fret that!! Don't compare yourself with others! You lost and that the main thing! You're doing it the healthy way and losing very slowly. You've already lost so much weight before you started I doubt you had any water weight to drop (which is what generally causes the quick drop at the beginning)!!

You're doing great! Keep it up!

Rheality · July 16th, 2004, 08:29 AM

Ahh! i figured thats what it was.

thanks! lol silly me!

GwenGirl · July 16th, 2004, 08:56 PM

Hey isn't chai tea loaded with calories? Hmmm.. maybe Im thinking of something else?
Anyway, Im sorry you are bummed. Make sure you drink at LEAST 64 ounces of water a day and more if you work out a lot.

[Big hugs]

Gwen

Rheality · July 17th, 2004, 03:41 AM

Tai Chi is a workout. Its like Yoga. It helps to center your body, let you focus and be calm. Its a great stress releiver for me.

GwenGirl · July 17th, 2004, 10:34 AM

Oh! <blushing> I knew that...

July 16th, 2004, 02:38 AM	#1 (permalink)
Rheality Bronze Phenster Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Miami Posts: 105 Lost Weight: 100 Current Weight: 172 Goal Weight: 130-140 Rheality's Photos	Could it be possible for Phen not to work? I decided to weigh in today, being 5 days, ( I know I should wait till Monday, or 1 month), but Ive only lost 1.5 pounds. I thought people were supposed to lose more? I know everyone is different, but ick! Im afraid these pills arent going to work for me. Im eating well and working out. I have all the effects of phen, no appetite, drymouth, insomnia...i just took it (7:30am) and it hasn’t kicked in yet I don’t think cuz im a tad hungry...or it may be head hunger. I dunno. Im really worried. What do you guys think? Any clues? or am i just freaking myself out? __________________ Rheality SW 167 (1-17-05) GW 140 - 150 First Goal : 160 Second Goal: 150 Third Goal 140 (maybe)

July 16th, 2004, 02:59 AM	#2 (permalink)
Trendywendy Bronze Phenster Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 435 Lost Weight: 0lbs Current Weight: Starting weight 290- Goal Weight: 170 (is Dr\'s standard weight) 140 (is what I want) Trendywendy's Photos	Phen works different for everyone. 1 and a half lb isnt bad for 5 days. You also may be losing inches. Try taking your measurements and go by those insted of the scale. It will work and you will see a difference just give it a little time. I cant remember what I lost my first week, but I do know the scale started making me angry when I didnt see results. So try putting the scale away for a while. Good Luck to you! Wendy __________________ Wendy

July 16th, 2004, 04:06 AM	#4 (permalink)
Rheality Bronze Phenster Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Miami Posts: 105 Lost Weight: 100 Current Weight: 172 Goal Weight: 130-140 Rheality's Photos	I guess I expected to lose more. I have read so many stories where others have lost 3-5 pounds within the first week or more. I know, evryone is different. I guess ive just been so stuck at this weight for so long, that I just want the scale to move faster. __________________ Rheality SW 167 (1-17-05) GW 140 - 150 First Goal : 160 Second Goal: 150 Third Goal 140 (maybe)

July 16th, 2004, 04:24 AM	#6 (permalink)
Beautsbelle Phen Newbie Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 223 Lost Weight: 7 Current Weight: 185.5 Goal Weight: 125 Beautsbelle's Photos	I think that it might be because of your GB surgery. You had already shrank your stomach with the surgery, and had already lost the beginning "water weight". Just a thought. Hang in there... it will get better for you. I read another of your posts, and it sounds like you have your diet under control... and exercise as well. Check your measurements. I bet you have lost inches. Hang in there! Andi __________________ "why can't I get a little ahead instead of a BIGGER behind?" HW 210 (3 hours after childbirth) 7/21/04 196 (on MD's scale) GW 135 (secret goal weight 120) 8/29/04 185.5 (woo hoo - 10.5) 9/12/04 182 (-14 lbs total)

July 16th, 2004, 04:51 AM	#7 (permalink)
babyshanie The one and ONLY BaByShAnIe Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 82 Lost Weight: 0lbs Current Weight: 145 Goal Weight: 127 babyshanie's Photos	I lost inches first before lbs..i was very frustrated my first week. Then by the second week I had lost about 6lbs..it was like I woke up one day and it was gone...hang in there and dont put too much pressure on yourself as you will lose the weight..drink lots of water and eat well..and exercise..that is all i do and its coming off slowly but steady! BabYsHaNiE __________________ Have a great day! I can do all things through him...that strengthens me!

July 16th, 2004, 03:55 AM	#3 (permalink)
slowfoot The fire in your thighs. Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 2,950 Lost Weight: 0lbs slowfoot's Photos	Hi Rheality I'm thinking 1.5 lbs in 5 days is pretty damn great. I'm not sure what your expectations were, and I'm not trying to disregard you being upset, I know that feeling of wanting it all gone, NOW. For me it's important to document what I'm eating, how much water I'm drinking and what sort of exercise I'm doing. That way I can see right in front of me why I lost more one week or less another. YOu're gonna do it, it just takes time. Don't be down, it's 1.5 lbs gone, right?

July 16th, 2004, 04:14 AM	#5 (permalink)
mms72 Silver Phenster Join Date: May 2003 Location: WI Posts: 679 Lost Weight: 25 Current Weight: 147 Goal Weight: 135 mms72's Photos	HI-- i agree- you have to give it time-- 1.5 is good for 5 days-- you'll prob be at 2 by 7days-- and thats is what is recommended--2lbs a week. I know how ya feel tho!! Try and stay off the scale (I know easier said than done!!) i din't really lose BIG in the first week-- i averaged about 10 lbs a month-- so it took me awhile too! just keep exercising and eating healthy and it'll come off-- OH yeah-- are ya drinking LOTS of water????

July 16th, 2004, 05:11 AM	#8 (permalink)
Bex Skinny Now "Certified" Advice Giver Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Gulf Coast Mississippi Posts: 619 Lost Weight: 29.5 (but then gained back) Current Weight: 145.5 (up from 141) Goal Weight: 135-130 (depending on how things go) Bex Skinny Now's Photos	Yes, everyone is different. Phen works on each person differently. DO not get discouraged. I know it is easy to do, I am fighting discouragment (is that the right word for it?) at the present moment myself. I had TOM in the beginning of the week and for someone who weighs herself every morning, it really discouraged me when I saw the scale creep up 4 lbs! I knew it was because of that deep down inside, but I still fretted over it. How Phen makes you "feel" is also different for everyone. Some people "feel" the sudden rush when the pill "kicks in", others don't. I have been on it over a month now, sometimes I still feel it, but for the most part I don't have that actual sensation anymore. I do still have the major energy and dry mouth tho. I have been very stressed lately, and that is one of the number ONE things that can cause weight gain or a stall in the dieting process. I need to get my head on straight again, and keep plugging away. Continue to eat good foods, (recommended 3 meals a day plus healthy snacks in between) exercise how and when you can and keep your chin up. I am a BIG advocate of using a food and exercise journal. I have found that to be a very helpful part of my success. Hearing and talking disappears from your memory too quickly, but seeing it in black and white seems to make a bigger impact on me. I can always go back and reflect on it at a later date if need be. Thinking and remembering is not always so accurate. I use fitday.com, there are many others out there to try as well. I use the journal section not only to vent about my diet and exercise but it also helps me deal with other feelings I am having, and other "non-diet" issues as well. Like before, seeing them down in black and white makes a bigger impression on me personally. I hope this helps a little. DO not get discouraged. Keep you chin up and Phen is only an AID to help you lose weight....it only does about 15% of the work, you yourself have to make up for that other 85%. You did not gain the weight in one week, you may not lose it all in a week. Keep at it and it will pay off in the end. __________________ Start date: 6/9/04 Start weight: 170 Goal Weight: 145-140 GOAL DAY (8/3/04): 141 AUGUST SETBACK: Gained 12 lbs! Back on Phen: 8/30/04 New SW (8/31/04): 149.5 Today's Weight: 144 [IMG]http://us.f2.yahoofs.com/users/40bb6447_5674/63f5/__sr_/e4ba.jpg%3fph3LXUBB6y7**Shs[/IMG]

July 16th, 2004, 05:38 AM	#9 (permalink)
Rheality Bronze Phenster Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Miami Posts: 105 Lost Weight: 100 Current Weight: 172 Goal Weight: 130-140 Rheality's Photos	Thanks guys. I use Fitday religiously! I love it! If i can ask, what is TOM? Ive seen it mentioned before, but cant figure it out. I know ive lost inches and am shaping up cuz I tried on a blouse this morning that i couldnt wear before and it fit perfectly! I have also incorporated some Tai Chi along with the elliptical and the pillates. I will continue! And I will TRY to not get discouraged! __________________ Rheality SW 167 (1-17-05) GW 140 - 150 First Goal : 160 Second Goal: 150 Third Goal 140 (maybe)

July 16th, 2004, 06:05 AM	#10 (permalink)
Trendywendy Bronze Phenster Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Michigan Posts: 435 Lost Weight: 0lbs Current Weight: Starting weight 290- Goal Weight: 170 (is Dr\'s standard weight) 140 (is what I want) Trendywendy's Photos	TOM is a womans monthly. Cant think of another appropriate way to say it . Wendy __________________ Wendy

July 16th, 2004, 07:58 AM	#11 (permalink)
JustLurking Gold Phenster Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 505 Lost Weight: 67lbs Current Weight: 159lbs Goal Weight: 145lbs JustLurking's Photos	TOM = Time of month I think losing 1.5 in 5 days is fantastic! Don't fret that!! Don't compare yourself with others! You lost and that the main thing! You're doing it the healthy way and losing very slowly. You've already lost so much weight before you started I doubt you had any water weight to drop (which is what generally causes the quick drop at the beginning)!! You're doing great! Keep it up! __________________ Alison ~~no longer JustLurking~~ In a world full of people only some want to fly, isn't that crazy? ~Seal~ If you're not living life on the edge, you're taking up too much space. ~African Proverb~

July 16th, 2004, 08:29 AM	#12 (permalink)
Rheality Bronze Phenster Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Miami Posts: 105 Lost Weight: 100 Current Weight: 172 Goal Weight: 130-140 Rheality's Photos	Ahh! i figured thats what it was. thanks! lol silly me! __________________ Rheality SW 167 (1-17-05) GW 140 - 150 First Goal : 160 Second Goal: 150 Third Goal 140 (maybe)

July 16th, 2004, 08:56 PM	#13 (permalink)
GwenGirl Phen Newbie Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 10 Lost Weight: 0lbs Current Weight: 257.5 Goal Weight: 140-160 GwenGirl's Photos	Hey isn't chai tea loaded with calories? Hmmm.. maybe Im thinking of something else? Anyway, Im sorry you are bummed. Make sure you drink at LEAST 64 ounces of water a day and more if you work out a lot. [Big hugs] Gwen

July 17th, 2004, 03:41 AM	#14 (permalink)
Rheality Bronze Phenster Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Miami Posts: 105 Lost Weight: 100 Current Weight: 172 Goal Weight: 130-140 Rheality's Photos	Tai Chi is a workout. Its like Yoga. It helps to center your body, let you focus and be calm. Its a great stress releiver for me. __________________ Rheality SW 167 (1-17-05) GW 140 - 150 First Goal : 160 Second Goal: 150 Third Goal 140 (maybe)

July 17th, 2004, 10:34 AM	#15 (permalink)
GwenGirl Phen Newbie Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 10 Lost Weight: 0lbs Current Weight: 257.5 Goal Weight: 140-160 GwenGirl's Photos	Oh! <blushing> I knew that...

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