[kimnicole]

Well, I've been taking Phentermine 37.5mg for almost 3 weeks now. My new doctor prescribed it to me when I asked her if there was anything she could prescribe to help suppress my appetite. (My last doctor kept trying to prescribe me depression medication.He said I must be depressed if I was overeating, even when I insisted that I wasn't depressed, just greedy ) I've always had a huge appetite, but obviously getting older (35) and having kids (2) really helped my terrible eating habits to catch up with me. I've never been skinny. A normal weight for me was around 160 lbs. I was okay with that. I was well proportioned, and most people didn't believe I weighed that much. Well that has all changed. After I had my son, almost 2 years ago my body shape completely changed. I never thought I would let myself get this big. I hate to take pictures. It always reminds me of how big I am. It's funny how I always seem to look smaller in the mirror than in photos. My husband has tried to help me lose weight, especially since I started snoring like a bear since packing on the weight. I would lose, then gain, getting heavier each time, not to mention more unhappy with myself. Anyway, my new dr. was a little concerned about my blood pressure, because it was slightly elevated, so she said she will be monitoring me to make sure the Phentermine is not making it worse. She's hoping that losing the weight will help lower it. I started at 234lbs. Today I am 227lbs. There have been ups and downs during the past 3 weeks, but I think the main problem has been me not being consistent with eating regularly, drinking plenty of water, and exercising on a regular basis.
So I guess I'm kind of starting over today, and starting this journal to track my progress and stay focused. I took my Phen this morning, then I had a bowl of cereal and half of an orange. I had to force myself to eat that. I'm going to make sure I start eating small meals throughout the day and drink lots of water. I am going to do my TurboJam Cardio Party (the ONLY exercise I've ever REALLY enjoyed), and take my son out for a walk today. Last night my husband told me that he was proud of me, and the changes I have made (eating healthier, exercising, DRINKING WATER instead of lemonade and sweet tea??!!). I told him to be proud of me a month from now if I'm still sticking to it. I've never stuck to any diet program or exercising for more than a month. I really hope I will stay committed to a healthier lifestyle this time. The Phen has really helped me to eat less and be more mindful of my food choices. My dr. is only prescribing them for me for 60 days, so I pray that I will maintain the discipline to eat sensibly after I'm off of them. We'll see.

[saphire bluebell]

Hiya Kimnicole
Well done on your weightloss so far, you've done so well

Keep up the good work

[kimnicole]

Thank you Saphire Bluebell. You've done awesome yourself!

[spice2621]

Hey there!!! We are all here for support all the way to your goal!!! We will all walk this journey with you okay...I am know how you feel..I do not like to see what I see in the mirror..my husband tells me I am sexy and he loves everything about me and I always say all of this...he does not like me to talk negative about myself but I have let myself go and I HATE the end result of where I am now...but I will get to where I need to be and love to go shopping again and feel sexy again. I have never been skinny but always thick and have never weighed my goal weight but I am going to try...I would really like to wear a nice 12 and look good in it...if it is with more weight that will be fine I will feel good..I use to be that size many years ago..lol! Well have a great night!

[kimnicole]

Thank you Spice2621. You can relate to exactly how I feel. That means a lot. I just want to be healthy and feel comfortable in my own skin. I feel like I've lost myself under all this weight. Your husband can tell you all day long how beautiful and sexy you are, and that means a lot, but if you don't feel it for yourself, you won't truly believe it. To tell you the truth, I just logged back on to the forum because I was feeling really tempted to get a piece of fish I fried for my husband. I know that's a double no-no, because I've cut fried foods out of my diet, and it's after 10:30 pm. I don't know why I had that sudden urge, but I'm so glad I came here instead. Your words really helped me to stay focused and remember why I'm on this journey in the first place. Thank you again. Good nite.

[spice2621]

Yeah I agree...I have to feel sexy to believe it..it's like we see different people. But I know once I drop somemore weight I will feel better about myself. It's crazy how 30-40 pounds can make a big difference...I am ready for the new me. I am thinking about doing my weight watchers again counting calories I did good with that....I will see. Trying to change my eating so I will not get bored...and up my exercise...well have a great night and good job to saying no to the fried fish..I know it is hard sometimes..we can have the foods we want sometimes but in moderation...take care!

[rnred05]

Kim,
Welcome to the forum!! I have been mia for a few days well more like a week and a half and have missed it dearly!! Sounds like you are doing a great job so far and I know you will do even better now that you have the support from the phen forum. Everyone here is wonderful at encouraging each other!! You will get that sexy feeling back in no time!! Good luck!
Tiff

[shooty]

Hi Kim
Welcome to the forum. I have been on Phen 30mg for four weeks which I have lost 7 pounds but I have lost some inch my doctor said I'm doing great. I have been off Phen for three days because my doctor went on vacation and forgot to give me the prescription so far so good I have still not been hungry. Maybe this is a good thing because I know I can't stay on Phen forever. Hang in there you will get a lot of support for the forum.