Diet Pills

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Gail,

How true that is. Of coarse trying to tell some people that is not to easy.

My mil drinks this herbal blast tea. ( not really sure what it is called),

but it has mahung in it. She thinks it is the greatest thing, because it is

natural made with herbs.

One more thing. I don't understand. Why don't companies stop selling this

stuff if it is so bad for us? It makes me mad. I guess they just want

money. Who cares about our health. :-(

Geri

In a message dated 4/19/00 1:01:53 PM Central Daylight Time,

gailvw@... writes:

<<

Ephedra is a very scary DRUG. I hear people say all of the time that if

something is promoted as being herbal then it is ok >>

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In a message dated 4/19/00 10:52:38 AM Pacific Daylight Time,

rashelle@... writes:

<< The other thing they mentioned is the combination of this and Gurana,

which is a natural form of caffeine. I have known for a very long time that

these are ingredients to be very wary of. >>

Hi,

I have to admit, before I found LL, I tried a new weight loss pill from

GNC that had Gurana in it. Let me tell you, I was shaking and was so antsy

because of these pills that I quit taking them after 3 days! Being nervous,

shaking, and feeling rather upset is definitely not worth my time and money.

That is why I now do LL. So many better benefits, so much better feeling!

Shanni

[Guest guest]

Geri,

You are very correct about the selling of these harmful products. Yesterday

I posted an entire message discussing this very issue. The thing about it

is, the herb called ephedra is very addictive, and until comsumers quit

purchasing products that contain it, the manufacturers will continue to sell

it. It is a very difficult substance to break oneself of, especially when

using it for energy or weight control. I have to honestly say, it will give

you a boost that makes caffiene look like candy, but will leave you with a

horrible headache and the strong desire for more. Ehpedra also has the

ability to make the user completely unaware of any hunger pangs their body

may be sending. But remember, so does speed as well as many other illegal

subtances. A great amount of the weight loss acheived when using ephedra,

also comes from it powerful diaretic characteristics. I remember being so

dehydrated from it's use that my husband literally had to hold open my eye,

and pour distilled water on it, to allow my vision to return. My lips would

bleed and my kidneys were constantly suffering from intense infection.

Beyond these horrible attributes, it is necessary to increase the dosage to

continue to receive the same feeling from it as in the beginning.

When I finally decided to get off the stuff, I honestly slept, without

waking, for over 20 hours. It took over a week, before I could function

normally, and then, my appetite was ravenous. It was one of the most

horrible experiences of my life, and I've had a few bad ones!

I'm sorry if this post sounds like a downer, but it is a very serious issue

and should not be taken lightly. Rashelle has some fabulous herbal diet

capsules for sell on her web site. They are very effective and half the

price of the harmful type. There is nothing in that bottle of capsules that

will harm you, or cause your body to function unnaturally. If you are in

need of such help, I would strongly recommend giving hers a try!

Sincerely,

Tami

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Hi Tami,

Yes, I remember reading what you wrote the other day about the diet pills.

When I first had Sierra almost 3 years ago. I was so desperate I tried almost

everything there was. Including spending about $200.00 a month on herbalife.

I used that for about 3 months and got sick of spending the money, and not to

mention all the pills I had to take everyday.

I do admit the pills I took had Ma hung in them. At the time I did not

think anything of it. Because it was " Natural. " Anyhow, I proceeded to lose

some weight, but I gained it back when I stooped taking them.

Then I went to weight watchers. Tried that. Lost some weight, but always

felt deprived. ( I am not cutting any system down). I like weight watchers,

( I am a lifetime member in there) but I don't like that they are always

pushing items like nutra sweet and fake fat items.

I did not actually start losing weight until I stopped worrying about it. I

eat what I want when I want, and how much I want. In other words I don't

obsess about it. I also don't pig out either. I have learned to listen to

my body and know when I am full.

Back to the diet pill issue. I will have to check out Rashelles pills if I

ever decide to take some. but at this point. I seem to lose weight without

any. I am in a size 4 now, so I am pretty happy with that. Than again. I

would love to be in a size two. But, we will see about that.

sorry, this ended up being so long,

Geri

[Guest guest]

Hi Cecilia,

I am so glad you brought this up. It is Ephedra. Most of the products list it as MaHuang. The other thing they mentioned is the combination of this and Gurana, which is a natural form of caffeine. I have known for a very long time that these are ingredients to be very wary of. If you look on most diet herbs they will contain these ingredients. The ones I use do not have either, as I don't think anyone should be left feeling like they are on speed to lose weight, and the other issue is the danger to your health.

Thanks for taking the time to point this out. It really is an important topic.

Rashelle

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Someone was asking about this a few days ago, so I thought I'd share what I saw last night on Tv. It was a program called "dateline", they were saying that some diet pills are very dangerous. The aphederine products (I'm not sure of the spelling!) that expecially contain this herb called Ma Huang, can cause strokes, hearth attacks and death. Two people died for this. A lot of other people are fine and lost a lot of weight. But, why risk??? So watch for that MaHuang herb, and be careful when you make your decision.hope this helps.Cecilia

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Ephedra is a very scary DRUG. I hear people say all of the time that if

something is promoted as being herbal then it is ok. This is just not

true. All drugs come from plants originally. My husband works for an MLM

company that sells herbs (he is a computer guy. We do not sell any products

and I will not mention the name of the company), their biggest seller is

their weight loss pack. It is just loaded with ephedra. Around the office

they call it herbal speed. We get free product from the company and we will

not touch this stuff.

Gail VW

ceci1rr@... wrote:

> Someone was asking about this a few days ago, so I thought I'd share

> what I saw last night on Tv. It was a program called " dateline " , they

> were saying that some diet pills are very dangerous. The aphederine

> products (I'm not sure of the spelling!) that expecially contain this

> herb called Ma Huang, can cause strokes, hearth attacks and death.

> Two people died for this. A lot of other people are fine and lost a

> lot of weight. But, why risk??? So watch for that MaHuang herb, and

> be careful when you make your decision.

> hope this helps.

> Cecilia

>

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Geri,

I bet you look just great! A size four, you little tiny, thin woman you! I

have found what you say about putting the weight loss issues aside and just

living, to be the best medicine ever! I, too, eat what I want, when I want,

and it is so incredibly freeing. It did take me a little bit of time to,

Break out of food Jail, and learn the signals that my body was sending me.

But now, by eating what I like, and adhering to the Life Lift workout, I am

seeing some great results. I also use the Body Wrap system, and thankfully,

just received a email from Rashelle that my last order had been processed and

was on it's way. I love that stuff. Anyway, I think you are very wise in

your ideas on weight loss and I am so happy that you have been able to reach

such a marvelous goal without the use of harmful drugs.

Sincerely,

Tami

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>Subject: Re: diet pills

>Date: Wed, 19 Apr 2000 16:02:58 EDT

>

Hi Tami,

Thank-you so much for posting this. I have a friend who obtained

ephedra from her doctor for weight-loss. I am going to print your response

out and give it to her to read.

Thanks,

Abby

Tami wrote:

>Geri,

>You are very correct about the selling of these harmful products....

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>Subject: Re: diet pills

>Date: Wed, 19 Apr 2000 16:42:25 EDT

>

Hi Geri,

Congratulations on finding a way of eating you can live with. Also, a

size 4!! Lucky you. If you don't mind my asking, what size did you start

out at?

Sincerely,

Abby

Geri wrote:

>Hi Tami,

>

>Yes, I remember reading what you wrote the other day about the diet pills.

>When I first had Sierra almost 3 years ago. I was so desperate I tried

>almost

>everything there was. Including spending about $200.00 a month on

>herbalife.

>I used that for about 3 months and got sick of spending the money, and not

>to

>mention all the pills I had to take everyday.

> I do admit the pills I took had Ma hung in them. At the time I did

>not

>think anything of it. Because it was " Natural. " Anyhow, I proceeded to

>lose

>some weight, but I gained it back when I stooped taking them.

>

> Then I went to weight watchers. Tried that. Lost some weight, but

>always

>felt deprived. ( I am not cutting any system down). I like weight

>watchers,

>( I am a lifetime member in there) but I don't like that they are always

>pushing items like nutra sweet and fake fat items.

>

>I did not actually start losing weight until I stopped worrying about it.

>I

>eat what I want when I want, and how much I want. In other words I don't

>obsess about it. I also don't pig out either. I have learned to listen to

>my body and know when I am full.

>

>Back to the diet pill issue. I will have to check out Rashelles pills if I

>ever decide to take some. but at this point. I seem to lose weight without

>any. I am in a size 4 now, so I am pretty happy with that. Than again. I

>would love to be in a size two. But, we will see about that.

>

>sorry, this ended up being so long,

>

>Geri

>

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>find her here. Visit your online high school class reunion at:

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>

[Guest guest]

Hello Abby,

NO, I don't mind you asking. For my size. Lets see. I started out a size

3/4 got pregnant the first time. I got so large I wore my pregnancy cloths

after the baby was born for about a year. ( a size 14 was way to small)

Than I finally found oxycise (sorry, had never heard of lifelift than) I

finally got down to a size 9/10. Than I got pregnant again. 4 weeks after

I had the baby I was back to my 9/10. 3 months after I was back to a size 4.

Now 9 months later. I am still losing wieght and a few inches here and

there. But, not to much to make me go down a size.

Geri

In a message dated 4/19/00 9:20:10 PM Central Daylight Time,

aloof61@... writes:

<<

Hi Geri,

Congratulations on finding a way of eating you can live with. Also, a

size 4!! Lucky you. If you don't mind my asking, what size did you start

out at?

Sincerely,

Abby >>

[Guest guest]

Hi Shanni,

I am glad you found Life Lift too, so you don't have to try anything harmful again. We want you happy and healthy forever!

I am just glad you found me so I could get to know you, you are pretty special!

Take care,

Rashelle

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Rashelle writes<< The other thing they mentioned is the combination of this and Gurana, which is a natural form of caffeine. I have known for a very long time that these are ingredients to be very wary of. >>Hi, I have to admit, before I found LL, I tried a new weight loss pill from GNC that had Gurana in it. Let me tell you, I was shaking and was so antsy because of these pills that I quit taking them after 3 days! Being nervous, shaking, and feeling rather upset is definitely not worth my time and money. That is why I now do LL. So many better benefits, so much better feeling!Shanni

[Guest guest]

Hi Tami,

I am so grateful to you for your honesty and your openness. You are so willing to use your experiences to help save others from hurting themselves. I know you have inspired so many with your gift of sharing and caring. You are so precious and I hope you know how much you mean to all of us.

I am so grateful for the day you decided to go searching the internet looking for answers and found me. Most of all I am grateful that you have found the answers you needed here where you are so loved and appreciated.

You take good care of yourself and please don't overdue it. I know you want to help everyone, but first take care of yourself.

Love,

Rashelle

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Geri,You are very correct about the selling of these harmful products. Yesterday I posted an entire message discussing this very issue. The thing about it is, the herb called ephedra is very addictive, and until comsumers quit purchasing products that contain it, the manufacturers will continue to sell it. It is a very difficult substance to break oneself of, especially when using it for energy or weight control. I have to honestly say, it will give you a boost that makes caffiene look like candy, but will leave you with a horrible headache and the strong desire for more. Ehpedra also has the ability to make the user completely unaware of any hunger pangs their body may be sending. But remember, so does speed as well as many other illegal subtances. A great amount of the weight loss acheived when using ephedra, also comes from it powerful diaretic characteristics. I remember being so dehydrated from it's use that my husband literally had to hold open my eye, and pour distilled water on it, to allow my vision to return. My lips would bleed and my kidneys were constantly suffering from intense infection. Beyond these horrible attributes, it is necessary to increase the dosage to continue to receive the same feeling from it as in the beginning. When I finally decided to get off the stuff, I honestly slept, without waking, for over 20 hours. It took over a week, before I could function normally, and then, my appetite was ravenous. It was one of the most horrible experiences of my life, and I've had a few bad ones! I'm sorry if this post sounds like a downer, but it is a very serious issue and should not be taken lightly. Rashelle has some fabulous herbal diet capsules for sell on her web site. They are very effective and half the price of the harmful type. There is nothing in that bottle of capsules that will harm you, or cause your body to function unnaturally. If you are in need of such help, I would strongly recommend giving hers a try!Sincerely,Tami

[Guest guest]

Hi Geri,

It sounds like you have really done everything you could think of to do, and finally figured out that to love your body and stop obsessing is a big key to your success. I think you have done a remarkable job and you deserve a lot of credit for your efforts.

Keep it up. You deserve to keep this forever.

Take care,

Rashelle

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[Guest guest]

I agree that Ma Huang is a very scary herb. Some of my friends at the gym

where I work out lost a bunch of weight using a product that contained this

herb. One girl lost about 17 pounds in 2 weeks. She even admitted that it was

scary to think that her body was dropping weight so fast. Obviously her body

was in high gear. I won't touch the stuff myself, because to me, weight loss

at that rate is anything but natural. I have also read in numerous, well

respected magazines about very serious problems that people have had after

using this supplement. Why take the chance?

[Guest guest]

Before taking diet pills, think

about this little story about a girlfriend of mine. She started dieting

and such a couple of years ago. Her name is Kim. Anyway, she

started taking diet pills like dexatrim and such. She lost a lot

of weight very fast but she wasn't eating either. She would go days

on end without food. She didn't drink much water but drank diet soda

like it was going out of fashion. She also smokes probably 3 packs

of cigarettes a day so she has that yellow tint to her skin now.

I recently saw Kim and she did not look healthy to me. She still

smokes and her skin is now starting to sink in on her face. Plus

that horrible smell of a smoker! Sorry if that offends anyone but

it is very strong around her. She is skin and bones right now and

I don't know if she eats or not. She has passed out from taking diet

pills in the past and I am sure she is still on them. I tried to

talk to her about this but she is in denial. She looks like a walking

corpse basically and she is probably addicted to the diet pills knowing

her past history. I know that I don't want this for myself and oxygen

is so healthy for our bodies. It is nice to have the support of everyone

here as well. Kim lives in shame. I know that I don't want

to. And that is my story.

Thanks,

Michele

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>From: Gsrose30@...

>Reply-LifeLiftegroups

>LifeLiftegroups

>Subject: Re: diet pills

>Date: Thu, 20 Apr 2000 02:14:05 EDT

>

Thanks Geri.

Sincerely,

Abby

Geri wrote....

>Hello Abby,

>

>NO, I don't mind you asking. For my size....

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I'm sure there is someone somewhere who's had a great experience with diet

pills. I haven't talked to very many though. Most people, even if they like the

effect at first, eventually start complaining about insomnia, headaches, energy

crashes, mood swings.

I personally think fat burners are really overrated. If you're eating right and

training hard you don't need them. They raise your metabolism by increasing

heart rate and blood pressure. So you feel all buzzed like something is really

happening, but they only cause you to burn maybe an extra 100-200 calories a

day. I say drink a cup of coffee and walk the dog. It does the same thing and

it's safer. :-)

Here's my strange tale of PhenFree and BetaLean:

http://skwigg.tripod.com/wow/id26.html

I'm back to caffeine and exercise. I don't drink coffee, but I will drink a

giant glass of strong iced tea before a weight workout. It definitely gets both

my eyes open and gives me an energy boost.

Diet Pills

Does or has anyone tried any type of weightloss pills to help with

your BFL? I guess almost like a jump start. Please, I would like to

know. Thank you.

Tisha

[Guest guest]

, your link cracked me up! You are a riot!!!! I can just see you running

around peeking out your windows! LOL! )

Sunshine

Diet Pills

Does or has anyone tried any type of weightloss pills to help with

your BFL? I guess almost like a jump start. Please, I would like to

know. Thank you.

Tisha

[Guest guest]

Hello Everyone. I'm a sleevester for almost 8 months. I have been on a slump

and have not lost any weight in almost 4 weeks. Someone I know recommended a

pill that prevents the digestion of dietary fat, hence reducing the absorption

by the body. It also speeds up the metabolism. I take only 1 pill a day and

the pills only contains various natural and herbal essences with no

preservatives, free of medicines and heavy metals. The precaution listed is for

patients with heart disease, myocardial impaction malfunction or liver of

kidney, pregnant women, but does not mention anything about stomach reduction.

Some people on this board have medical backgrounds. Can anyone help me and tell

me if I should not be taking this pill since I have the sleeve?

[Guest guest]

can you please say the name of the diet pill that you are talking about?!????

From: Susy <susyalvarez@...>Subject: Diet Pills Date: Thursday, July 23, 2009, 12:42 PM

Hello Everyone. I'm a sleevester for almost 8 months. I have been on a slump and have not lost any weight in almost 4 weeks. Someone I know recommended a pill that prevents the digestion of dietary fat, hence reducing the absorption by the body. It also speeds up the metabolism. I take only 1 pill a day and the pills only contains various natural and herbal essences with no preservatives, free of medicines and heavy metals. The precaution listed is for patients with heart disease, myocardial impaction malfunction or liver of kidney, pregnant women, but does not mention anything about stomach reduction.Some people on this board have medical backgrounds. Can anyone help me and tell me if I should not be taking this pill since I have the sleeve?

[Guest guest]

Its a Japanese pill called 2 day diet

From: Susy <susyalvarez>Subject: [Dr-Aceves-bandster s] Diet Pills @groups. comDate: Thursday, July 23, 2009, 12:42 PM

Hello Everyone. I'm a sleevester for almost 8 months. I have been on a slump and have not lost any weight in almost 4 weeks. Someone I know recommended a pill that prevents the digestion of dietary fat, hence reducing the absorption by the body. It also speeds up the metabolism. I take only 1 pill a day and the pills only contains various natural and herbal essences with no preservatives, free of medicines and heavy metals. The precaution listed is for patients with heart disease, myocardial impaction malfunction or liver of kidney, pregnant women, but does not mention anything about stomach reduction.Some people on this board have medical backgrounds. Can anyone help me and tell me if I should not be taking this pill since I have the sleeve?

[Guest guest]

You are right...it may be carb intake.

Hello Everyone. I'm a sleevester for almost 8 months. I have been on a slump and have not lost any weight in almost 4 weeks. Someone I know recommended a pill that prevents the digestion of dietary fat, hence reducing the absorption by the body. It also speeds up the metabolism. I take only 1 pill a day and the pills only contains various natural and herbal essences with no preservatives, free of medicines and heavy metals. The precaution listed is for patients with heart disease, myocardial impaction malfunction or liver of kidney, pregnant women, but does not mention anything about stomach reduction.

Some people on this board have medical backgrounds. Can anyone help me and tell me if I should not be taking this pill since I have the sleeve?

[Guest guest]

Suzanne, I have been following your progress (great, by the way!). I think you had your sleeve after me (me October 1st). I will increase my exercise. I just got a bit discouraged and went back to my old "desperation" habit of trying whatever anyone would tell me. Bipley also suggested it may be my carb intake (likely).From: SuzanneSH <SuzanneSH@...>Subject: Re: Diet Pills Date: Thursday, July 23, 2009, 12:48 PM

Hi Susy,

I also have a sleeve and I am about 8 months out and went through the SAME thing you did of NO weight loss for about 5 weeks. I realized I needed to increase my exercise and maybe cut down my calories a little. I did that and BINGO I started to lose the weight again. For me I am sure the last 20 pounds is going to be the hardest to lose. I am not too sure I would be taking any of those meds. It is something you never know for sure what is in them. It isn't worth the risk for me. Try doing what I said. I know more exercise isn't what you wanted to hear. Or write down everything you are eating again, to see just how many calories your really are putting in your body. It might surprise you.

Hugs,

Suzanne

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Hello Everyone. I'm a sleevester for almost 8 months. I have been on a slump and have not lost any weight in almost 4 weeks. Someone I know recommended a pill that prevents the digestion of dietary fat, hence reducing the absorption by the body. It also speeds up the metabolism. I take only 1 pill a day and the pills only contains various natural and herbal essences with no preservatives, free of medicines and heavy metals. The precaution listed is for patients with heart disease, myocardial impaction malfunction or liver of kidney, pregnant women, but does not mention anything about stomach reduction.Some people on this board have medical backgrounds. Can anyone help me and tell me if I should not be taking this pill since I have the sleeve?

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White carbs got us all fat.  Not eating white carbs gets us thin.  Carbs (white ones) are evil!On Thu, Jul 23, 2009 at 1:40 PM, Susy Alvarez <susyalvarez@...> wrote:

 

You are right...it may be carb intake. 

[Guest guest]

Run and don't walk from this pill. If it is too good to be true it normally is. It is nothing but "snake oil" and you will waste your money. The best way is to limit what goes in your mouth. Sent from Sharon L's iPhoneOn Jul 23, 2009, at 1:37 PM, Susy Alvarez <susyalvarez@...> wrote:

Its a Japanese pill called 2 day diet

From: Susy <susyalvarez>Subject: [Dr-Aceves-bandster s] Diet Pills @groups. comDate: Thursday, July 23, 2009, 12:42 PM

Hello Everyone. I'm a sleevester for almost 8 months. I have been on a slump and have not lost any weight in almost 4 weeks. Someone I know recommended a pill that prevents the digestion of dietary fat, hence reducing the absorption by the body. It also speeds up the metabolism. I take only 1 pill a day and the pills only contains various natural and herbal essences with no preservatives, free of medicines and heavy metals. The precaution listed is for patients with heart disease, myocardial impaction malfunction or liver of kidney, pregnant women, but does not mention anything about stomach reduction.Some people on this board have medical backgrounds. Can anyone help me and tell me if I should not be taking this pill since I have the sleeve?