How is the CLA/GLA going? - Page 125

cqueen · 01-22-2006, 08:06 PM

I did a full day of just the cla and felt like what phil just said "the energizer bunny." But, I did eat like crazy today....Feel quite guilty about it. Will start over tomorrow.

You all have a great day tomorrow.

Cheryl

Chevy26 · 01-22-2006, 10:00 PM

Hey everyone!! Welcome to all the new Combo users!

veronicac · 01-23-2006, 05:22 AM

darnit i didnt get a chance to by my combo pills yesterday i hope i get a chance to do that today...

loveshinesthru · 01-23-2006, 05:32 AM

i hope so too!

abbynormal · 01-23-2006, 05:42 AM

I'm laughing about all the stuff your dogs eat! I feel better and Bing seems to as well. I think last night he was just reacting to the way DH freaked out. Sometimes I think DH loves that dog more than he does me!

Michelle

Glad you were able to get out for the drive.

Carla - I keep meaning to ask: I know you're working like a maniac on the house so you can put it on the market. Are you moving to a new town or just to a new place?

I'm trying to figure out what I'm doing differently - this time for a good reason. I haven't had a big overnight whoosh, but over the course of the week I've lost 3 pounds. I'm delighted! Don't know what I'm doing that's making the difference though. Guess I'm going to have to start writing everything down and see if this continues. My mini goal is to be in the 180's by my 4 month mark (02/04). With 9 days to go, I think that's obtainable.

Happy Monday to all!

loveshinesthru · 01-23-2006, 06:25 AM

i wouldnt care to tell people what my dogs eat.. gross.

valf · 01-23-2006, 06:39 AM

No measurement change anywhere. But weigh 212.5 today. Slow and steady wins the race!

Edited to add....it's not the diet, it's me. I ate out the 13th and 14th with lots of carbs and beer and I had lots of beer on the 20th and 21st.

karenc999 · 01-23-2006, 06:50 AM

FORGOT TO BRING MY PILLS TO WORK WITH ME TODAY - TOO BUSY THINKING ABOUT SCHOOL CLOSINGS AND SNOWY ROADS!! MUST GET MY PRIORITIES STRAIGHT!

court613 · 01-23-2006, 06:53 AM

Good morning everyone

I'm on my second day of the combo and I soo hate taking all these pills. I can't wait to get my stuff from netrition. I thought I would feel funny yesterday (guess I'm used to diet pills) and I didn't feel any different at all, so I was glad about that. I took 3 CLA and 2 borage oils in the a.m and 2 CLA and 2 more borage oils in the afternoon. Is this the correct way to do it or should I take them all at once?

Abby- I have to tell you a story about our dogs too, actually two stories. We have a 13 pound West Highland Terrier and a 70 pound chocolate lab (they're my babies

) and they are both scavengers even though we don't feed them people food. Well, one day my BF and I were throwing out leftovers from the fridge and the westie snatched a chicken thigh out of the garbage can and swallowed it whole before I could reach down and take it from her. We were freaking out and called the emergency vet and they said to give her lots of white bread to cushion it if it comes out and to check her stools when she used the bathroom, and if she started acting lethargic, she would need emergency surgery ($2500)

. Well, the chicken bones never came out. Her stomach must have broken them down (her stomach was making crazy gurgling sounds for a couple of days). Then a few weeks after that our lab snatched a whole chicken carcass from the garbage can (we accidentaly left it out

) and ate every bit of it. We went throught the same thing with him, but everything must have come out o.k.

Needless to say, we then got a big stainless steel garbage can w/ a cover (the ones you have to step on to open). Anyway, to make a long story short, your dog should be fine with just a toothpick. His/her stomach has probably already digested it.

Caly - your dog eats razors!

That's the craziest thing I've ever heard a dog eat! Hilarious

Michelle - I noticed you haven't been posting as much lately, in fact a lot of posters that were on the boards when I started no longer post, but you sound so sweet and you're always so kind to everyone. I hope things start looking up for you

loveshinesthru · 01-23-2006, 06:56 AM

michelle, whatever happend to shumalite? did she quit the thread?

LosingIt · 01-23-2006, 07:09 AM

Ok... I got my "borage oil" pills at WM... I'm taking two a day for 1000mg. But I am also taking the Flax, Fish & borage... I take 3 day for 183mg gla and 1200mg flax oil.

so that would be:
1183 mg borage oil
1200 mg flax oil

I am also taking 5 cla pills a day... so hope I finally got my dosages straightened out. We'll see!

ddog27 · 01-23-2006, 07:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IM2cute

Good grief, this thread is moving too fast and I just KNOW that as soon as I get done writing this, Trisha would've already come along and answered all the questions before me anyway

but oh well, here goes:

For those asking about WalMart supplement dosages: (Rebekah & someone else maybe?)
you need to take 5 Tonalin CLA a day
as for the 500mg Borage Oil, there's 120mg GLA in each so...
you take 4 Borage Oils a day to meet the minimum 460mg or
you take 8 Borage Oils a day to get 960mg (close to the Caly1000)

Hope that helps!

to Courtney & Pete

Congratulations go out to Trisha & Caly on their scale whooshes & to Bonnie on her inches lost!!!!!!!!

And last but not least...(Trisha, you really need to brush your teeth before stopping by sweetie

) :::: passing T some Dentyne Fire::::::

Thank you for posting this! I just realized that I am not taking enough of the CLA / GLA. I buy mine at Walmart. I have been taking 4 CLA and 2 borage oil a day. I need to increase them! I will start that today!

kartmom386 · 01-23-2006, 09:03 AM

Hi everybody,

Can I join y'all? After reading about all your success with the combo and seeing the amazing picture transformations, I decided to try it. I started taking (4) CLA and (2) Borage Oil per day. I bought mine at Wal-Mart. I measured and weighed on the first day which was last Thursday. I know it's only been 5 days, but I couldn't wait to find out how I was doing.

Here are my results after 5 days:

Across the Bust (-2")
Under the Bust (-3/4")
Waist (-2 1/2")
Abdomen (-1 1/4")
Hips (-1 1/2")
Pounds (-2)

Total Inches: (-8") and (-2#'s)

I only listed the measurements that changed from day one. I can't believe it! This stuff is awesome. The only problem I've had from it is a slight headache after taking the biggest dose in the am. I am loving the results from this.

I am doing the low carb version of the Body Clutter Menu Mailer. I do have at least 3 vegetables and 2 fruits (mostly berries) per day. I didn't eat out last week either. Not sure if that has anything to do with it.

I want to thank everyone for sharing their results. Y'all are so inspiring.

loveshinesthru · 01-23-2006, 09:06 AM

welcome kartmom

TigerLily74 · 01-23-2006, 09:41 AM

This question is really just for the Ladies (concerns TOM), but here it goes...

I have been doing this combo for over a month now (yes, I've been lurking!) and I have noticed changes in my TOM, most of them good. For example: 1.) Less bloating, I only experience minor water weight gain now, used to be enormous. 2.) mild headaches only, as oppossed to head splitting migraines. I take prescription meds for migraines and I have for years. I used to get about 3 pretty bad migraines PER MONTH. Now I get only one right before my TOM starts and I can usually get rid of it by taking over the counter pain relief like Excedrin Migraine. This is awesome news for me!! 3.) For the first time in years I am "regular". TOM shows up with precision accuracy-this is amazing. I used to skip months at a time, which left me wondering...what's wrong with this body of mine??? 4.) And this is the only one that really worries me - it's kinda graphic (sorry) I have noticed that my blood is very thin. Could this be because of the borage oil? I think I read somewhere that it is sometimes used as a blood thinner. Is this a bad thing? Am I gonna bleed to death if I get a paper cut or something? (ha, ha just being dramatic) Has anyone else noticed this or is it yet another symptom of my strange body?

My dosage is as follows: 4 borage oil capsules per day (Spring Valley kind from Wally World)
5 Tonalin CLA per day (Rexall brand, also from Wally World)

Also, just want to say that I love this thread, everyone here is so positive and knowledgeable and the progress pics are SOOOOO inspiring! (Yes, I have taken measurements and pics, will post when I find the courage.)

This combo ROCKS!

valf · 01-23-2006, 09:42 AM

YOWZA Kartmom!

You say you are taking 4 CLA and 2 Borage Oil per day. How many mg is that in your brands?

Thanks!

valf · 01-23-2006, 09:46 AM

Quick survey, please?

When did you start the combo?

How much of each (in grams, not pill count) do you take per day?

All at once or divided doses?

Are you also dieting?

If yes, what plan?

How many inches have you lost from the combo?

How many pounds have you lost?

Have you dropped sizes?

Thanks!

kartmom386 · 01-23-2006, 10:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by valf

YOWZA Kartmom!

You say you are taking 4 CLA and 2 Borage Oil per day. How many mg is that in your brands?

Thanks!

I'm taking Rexall CLA 1000mg. ($12.88) for 60 softgels and Spring Valley Borage Oil 500mg. ($3.24) for 50 softgels. It does say on the side label of the CLA that it is 74-82% CLA.

My daughter started taking the same doses today. I will let you know her results in a few days.

This stuff is awesome!

kartmom386 · 01-23-2006, 10:03 AM

Thanks for the welcome Christie. Your puppy is a cutie.

kycowgirl · 01-23-2006, 10:11 AM

Donna, our door is always open for new members

. We post update pics on the first of each month. Hope you will join us in that too. Congrats on your great results so far

Stefanie, yes the Borage Oil is a blood thinner. I had the big H in 91 so I cant be much help on that subject lol but I did find this in my research....

In borage oil, the GLA seems to calm inflammation overall, making it an attractive treatment option for arthritis and other inflammatory conditions.
Relieves the discomforts of PMS, endometriosis, and fibrocystic breasts. By interfering with the production of inflammatory substances called prostaglandins which are released during menstruation, the GLA in borage oil may help ease related cramping and pain. Borage oil may also reduce some of the breast tenderness that women feel before their periods and calm endometriosis-associated inflammation. Many PMS sufferers are found to have unusually low levels of GLA in their systems, which is why supplements may help so much. In women with fibrocystic breasts, the oil's essential fatty acids can minimize breast inflammation and promote the absorption of iodine, a mineral often found in abnormally low levels in those with this condition.

tom_912 · 01-23-2006, 10:14 AM

Good Morning my friends

sorry I havn't been posting daily like I used to shame on me

Its so great to see all our new members and seeing their amazment as the inches and lbs start to fall off

And for the ones that have been around for awhile, thank you for helping all the new members out

Its been so long I can't address everyone individually or I'll miss someone and I don't want to do that so here is a huge group hug

The combo continues to be good to me. It kept me from gaining weight during "cheats", my hair and nails are growing like weeds, I'm still converting fat to lean muscle and still losing inches in my waist!!!!

Luv you all

kycowgirl · 01-23-2006, 10:18 AM

When did you start the combo?
October 11 2005

How much of each (in grams, not pill count) do you take per day?
3400mg Liquid CLA
960mg Borage Oil Caps

All at once or divided doses?
Cla and 2 Borage before breakfast with carb countdown milk
2 Borage in the evening

Are you also dieting? If yes, what plan?
modified low carb

How many inches have you lost from the combo?
last measure in Nov i lost 16 inches total

How many pounds have you lost?
23

Have you dropped sizes?
from tight size 18 to a comfy 14 (or a snug 12 lol)

tom_912 · 01-23-2006, 10:32 AM

Quick survey, please?

When did you start the combo? Oct 11

How much of each (in grams, not pill count) do you take per day?
3400 cla 2 1000 Borage

All at once or divided doses? all at once in the morning

Are you also dieting? Yes

If yes, what plan? Atkins induction, owl, and now maintence

How many inches have you lost from the combo? Lots

How many pounds have you lost? 33

Have you dropped sizes? 38 jeans to 34's

Cutie · 01-23-2006, 10:34 AM

When did you start the combo?
November 2005

How much of each (in grams, not pill count) do you take per day?
3400mg Liquid CLA
960mg Borage Oil Caps

All at once or divided doses?
all at once before bed

Are you also dieting? If yes, what plan?
modified low carb

How many inches have you lost from the combo?
don't know, never measured

How many pounds have you lost?
it's been up & down, but right now I'm only about 7 lbs. lighter than when I started the combo but I've kept my inches off

Have you dropped sizes?
YES! from a tight size 16 womens/18 misses to a comfy 11/12 misses [/quote]

Mack · 01-23-2006, 10:40 AM

Hi All,
Just got my CLA....Michelle helped me w/ info on the FF&Borage i'm taking but I'll post my CLA and y'all can tell me how much under effective dose I may be.
Daily:
ala-660 mg
epa-360
dha-240
LA - 540 mg
gla- @ 270
oleic acid - 456 mg
CLA - 780 times 3 .. 2340 ?
Now, I have a chronic near-headache or pressure but prolly from weight lifting.
Cla users been getting headaches?
okay, see you all here and there..
BTE, don't know if waist is slimmer but I am getting handsomer. lol
(i wish)

01-23-2006, 05:42 AM	#3725
abbynormal Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Welcome to the Bluff Posts: 7,548 Gallery: abbynormal WOE: yikes!	I'm laughing about all the stuff your dogs eat! I feel better and Bing seems to as well. I think last night he was just reacting to the way DH freaked out. Sometimes I think DH loves that dog more than he does me! Michelle Glad you were able to get out for the drive. Carla - I keep meaning to ask: I know you're working like a maniac on the house so you can put it on the market. Are you moving to a new town or just to a new place? I'm trying to figure out what I'm doing differently - this time for a good reason. I haven't had a big overnight whoosh, but over the course of the week I've lost 3 pounds. I'm delighted! Don't know what I'm doing that's making the difference though. Guess I'm going to have to start writing everything down and see if this continues. My mini goal is to be in the 180's by my 4 month mark (02/04). With 9 days to go, I think that's obtainable. Happy Monday to all! __________________ Laura Most of my friends are one pill outside of an institution - Cowboy

01-23-2006, 06:39 AM	#3727
valf MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 1,567 Gallery: valf Stats: 232/209/150 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Restart 11/23/2007	No measurement change anywhere. But weigh 212.5 today. Slow and steady wins the race! Edited to add....it's not the diet, it's me. I ate out the 13th and 14th with lots of carbs and beer and I had lots of beer on the 20th and 21st. Last edited by valf : 01-23-2006 at 06:42 AM.

01-23-2006, 06:53 AM	#3729
court613 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Houston Posts: 1,636 Gallery: court613	Good morning everyone I'm on my second day of the combo and I soo hate taking all these pills. I can't wait to get my stuff from netrition. I thought I would feel funny yesterday (guess I'm used to diet pills) and I didn't feel any different at all, so I was glad about that. I took 3 CLA and 2 borage oils in the a.m and 2 CLA and 2 more borage oils in the afternoon. Is this the correct way to do it or should I take them all at once? Abby- I have to tell you a story about our dogs too, actually two stories. We have a 13 pound West Highland Terrier and a 70 pound chocolate lab (they're my babies ) and they are both scavengers even though we don't feed them people food. Well, one day my BF and I were throwing out leftovers from the fridge and the westie snatched a chicken thigh out of the garbage can and swallowed it whole before I could reach down and take it from her. We were freaking out and called the emergency vet and they said to give her lots of white bread to cushion it if it comes out and to check her stools when she used the bathroom, and if she started acting lethargic, she would need emergency surgery ($2500) . Well, the chicken bones never came out. Her stomach must have broken them down (her stomach was making crazy gurgling sounds for a couple of days). Then a few weeks after that our lab snatched a whole chicken carcass from the garbage can (we accidentaly left it out ) and ate every bit of it. We went throught the same thing with him, but everything must have come out o.k. Needless to say, we then got a big stainless steel garbage can w/ a cover (the ones you have to step on to open). Anyway, to make a long story short, your dog should be fine with just a toothpick. His/her stomach has probably already digested it. Caly - your dog eats razors! That's the craziest thing I've ever heard a dog eat! Hilarious Michelle - I noticed you haven't been posting as much lately, in fact a lot of posters that were on the boards when I started no longer post, but you sound so sweet and you're always so kind to everyone. I hope things start looking up for you __________________ Just Maui'd!!!

01-23-2006, 09:03 AM	#3733
kartmom386 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: SC Posts: 454 Gallery: kartmom386 Stats: Been There/Done That/Yeehaw! WOE: Body Clutter Menu Mailer Start Date: October 2005	Hi everybody, Can I join y'all? After reading about all your success with the combo and seeing the amazing picture transformations, I decided to try it. I started taking (4) CLA and (2) Borage Oil per day. I bought mine at Wal-Mart. I measured and weighed on the first day which was last Thursday. I know it's only been 5 days, but I couldn't wait to find out how I was doing. Here are my results after 5 days: Across the Bust (-2") Under the Bust (-3/4") Waist (-2 1/2") Abdomen (-1 1/4") Hips (-1 1/2") Pounds (-2) Total Inches: (-8") and (-2#'s) I only listed the measurements that changed from day one. I can't believe it! This stuff is awesome. The only problem I've had from it is a slight headache after taking the biggest dose in the am. I am loving the results from this. I am doing the low carb version of the Body Clutter Menu Mailer. I do have at least 3 vegetables and 2 fruits (mostly berries) per day. I didn't eat out last week either. Not sure if that has anything to do with it. I want to thank everyone for sharing their results. Y'all are so inspiring. __________________ God helps me do better than I can No one can make you feel inferior without your consent. Eleanor Roosevelt

01-23-2006, 09:41 AM	#3735
TigerLily74 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Southeast Ohio Posts: 43 Gallery: TigerLily74 Stats: Start LC=219/Start BFL=198/Current=190.5/Goal 125 WOE: Body for Life Start Date: BFL August 1, 2006	This question is really just for the Ladies (concerns TOM), but here it goes... I have been doing this combo for over a month now (yes, I've been lurking!) and I have noticed changes in my TOM, most of them good. For example: 1.) Less bloating, I only experience minor water weight gain now, used to be enormous. 2.) mild headaches only, as oppossed to head splitting migraines. I take prescription meds for migraines and I have for years. I used to get about 3 pretty bad migraines PER MONTH. Now I get only one right before my TOM starts and I can usually get rid of it by taking over the counter pain relief like Excedrin Migraine. This is awesome news for me!! 3.) For the first time in years I am "regular". TOM shows up with precision accuracy-this is amazing. I used to skip months at a time, which left me wondering...what's wrong with this body of mine??? 4.) And this is the only one that really worries me - it's kinda graphic (sorry) I have noticed that my blood is very thin. Could this be because of the borage oil? I think I read somewhere that it is sometimes used as a blood thinner. Is this a bad thing? Am I gonna bleed to death if I get a paper cut or something? (ha, ha just being dramatic) Has anyone else noticed this or is it yet another symptom of my strange body? My dosage is as follows: 4 borage oil capsules per day (Spring Valley kind from Wally World) 5 Tonalin CLA per day (Rexall brand, also from Wally World) Also, just want to say that I love this thread, everyone here is so positive and knowledgeable and the progress pics are SOOOOO inspiring! (Yes, I have taken measurements and pics, will post when I find the courage.) This combo ROCKS! __________________ ~~Stefanie~~ "Nothing tastes as good as slim feels!"

01-22-2006, 08:06 PM	#3721
cqueen Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: S. Illinois Posts: 500 Gallery: cqueen Stats: 182/169/140 WOE: Low carb Start Date: Do over....feb 25, 2008	I did a full day of just the cla and felt like what phil just said "the energizer bunny." But, I did eat like crazy today....Feel quite guilty about it. Will start over tomorrow. You all have a great day tomorrow. Cheryl

01-22-2006, 10:00 PM	#3722
Chevy26 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Plymouth, PA Posts: 489 Gallery: Chevy26 WOE: Atkins and CLA/GLA Start Date: October 1, 2005	Hey everyone!! Welcome to all the new Combo users!

01-23-2006, 05:22 AM	#3723
veronicac MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Tampa Florida Posts: 1,545 Gallery: veronicac Stats: 207/174/160 first time second 207/204/150 WOE: atkins Start Date: oct 05 - restart 8,07	darnit i didnt get a chance to by my combo pills yesterday i hope i get a chance to do that today...

01-23-2006, 05:32 AM	#3724
loveshinesthru MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: prineville, oregon Posts: 1,903 Gallery: loveshinesthru Stats: 289/282/120 WOE: atkins Start Date: trying to restart	i hope so too!

01-23-2006, 06:25 AM	#3726
loveshinesthru MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: prineville, oregon Posts: 1,903 Gallery: loveshinesthru Stats: 289/282/120 WOE: atkins Start Date: trying to restart	i wouldnt care to tell people what my dogs eat.. gross.

01-23-2006, 06:50 AM	#3728
karenc999 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: CT Posts: 226 Gallery: karenc999 WOE: modified carbs Start Date: restart 1/06	FORGOT TO BRING MY PILLS TO WORK WITH ME TODAY - TOO BUSY THINKING ABOUT SCHOOL CLOSINGS AND SNOWY ROADS!! MUST GET MY PRIORITIES STRAIGHT!

01-23-2006, 06:56 AM	#3730
loveshinesthru MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: prineville, oregon Posts: 1,903 Gallery: loveshinesthru Stats: 289/282/120 WOE: atkins Start Date: trying to restart	michelle, whatever happend to shumalite? did she quit the thread?

01-23-2006, 07:09 AM	#3731
LosingIt MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: IN Posts: 1,204 Gallery: LosingIt Stats: 198/192/140 ~ 5'1" Start Date: 6/17/05~ re-start 6/08	Ok... I got my "borage oil" pills at WM... I'm taking two a day for 1000mg. But I am also taking the Flax, Fish & borage... I take 3 day for 183mg gla and 1200mg flax oil. so that would be: 1183 mg borage oil 1200 mg flax oil I am also taking 5 cla pills a day... so hope I finally got my dosages straightened out. We'll see!

01-23-2006, 09:06 AM	#3734
loveshinesthru MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: prineville, oregon Posts: 1,903 Gallery: loveshinesthru Stats: 289/282/120 WOE: atkins Start Date: trying to restart	welcome kartmom

01-23-2006, 09:42 AM	#3736
valf MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 1,567 Gallery: valf Stats: 232/209/150 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Restart 11/23/2007	YOWZA Kartmom! You say you are taking 4 CLA and 2 Borage Oil per day. How many mg is that in your brands? Thanks!

01-23-2006, 09:46 AM	#3737
valf MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 1,567 Gallery: valf Stats: 232/209/150 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Restart 11/23/2007	Quick survey, please? When did you start the combo? How much of each (in grams, not pill count) do you take per day? All at once or divided doses? Are you also dieting? If yes, what plan? How many inches have you lost from the combo? How many pounds have you lost? Have you dropped sizes? Thanks!

01-23-2006, 10:03 AM	#3739
kartmom386 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: SC Posts: 454 Gallery: kartmom386 Stats: Been There/Done That/Yeehaw! WOE: Body Clutter Menu Mailer Start Date: October 2005	Thanks for the welcome Christie. Your puppy is a cutie.

01-23-2006, 10:11 AM	#3740
kycowgirl Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 4,293 Gallery: kycowgirl Stats: 213/203/150 WOE: Low Carb + cla/gla	Donna, our door is always open for new members . We post update pics on the first of each month. Hope you will join us in that too. Congrats on your great results so far Stefanie, yes the Borage Oil is a blood thinner. I had the big H in 91 so I cant be much help on that subject lol but I did find this in my research.... In borage oil, the GLA seems to calm inflammation overall, making it an attractive treatment option for arthritis and other inflammatory conditions. Relieves the discomforts of PMS, endometriosis, and fibrocystic breasts. By interfering with the production of inflammatory substances called prostaglandins which are released during menstruation, the GLA in borage oil may help ease related cramping and pain. Borage oil may also reduce some of the breast tenderness that women feel before their periods and calm endometriosis-associated inflammation. Many PMS sufferers are found to have unusually low levels of GLA in their systems, which is why supplements may help so much. In women with fibrocystic breasts, the oil's essential fatty acids can minimize breast inflammation and promote the absorption of iodine, a mineral often found in abnormally low levels in those with this condition. __________________ Trisha When you’re down and things look rough, Look deep within yourself and Cowgirl Up!

01-23-2006, 10:14 AM	#3741
tom_912 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Maysville KY, USA Posts: 2,653 Gallery: tom_912 Stats: 225/210/195 WOE: Atkins with cla/gla Start Date: 9/26/2005 again	Good Morning my friends sorry I havn't been posting daily like I used to shame on me Its so great to see all our new members and seeing their amazment as the inches and lbs start to fall off And for the ones that have been around for awhile, thank you for helping all the new members out Its been so long I can't address everyone individually or I'll miss someone and I don't want to do that so here is a huge group hug The combo continues to be good to me. It kept me from gaining weight during "cheats", my hair and nails are growing like weeds, I'm still converting fat to lean muscle and still losing inches in my waist!!!! Luv you all __________________ Tom 50 6'0'' 2008 back to 225 7/22/08 210 CLA/GLA Rocks "You Are Who You Think You Are" Challenge LCF Chat Admin

01-23-2006, 10:18 AM	#3742
kycowgirl Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kentucky Posts: 4,293 Gallery: kycowgirl Stats: 213/203/150 WOE: Low Carb + cla/gla	When did you start the combo? October 11 2005 How much of each (in grams, not pill count) do you take per day? 3400mg Liquid CLA 960mg Borage Oil Caps All at once or divided doses? Cla and 2 Borage before breakfast with carb countdown milk 2 Borage in the evening Are you also dieting? If yes, what plan? modified low carb How many inches have you lost from the combo? last measure in Nov i lost 16 inches total How many pounds have you lost? 23 Have you dropped sizes? from tight size 18 to a comfy 14 (or a snug 12 lol) Last edited by kycowgirl : 01-23-2006 at 10:21 AM.

01-23-2006, 10:32 AM	#3743
tom_912 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Maysville KY, USA Posts: 2,653 Gallery: tom_912 Stats: 225/210/195 WOE: Atkins with cla/gla Start Date: 9/26/2005 again	Quick survey, please? When did you start the combo? Oct 11 How much of each (in grams, not pill count) do you take per day? 3400 cla 2 1000 Borage All at once or divided doses? all at once in the morning Are you also dieting? Yes If yes, what plan? Atkins induction, owl, and now maintence How many inches have you lost from the combo? Lots How many pounds have you lost? 33 Have you dropped sizes? 38 jeans to 34's

01-23-2006, 10:34 AM	#3744
Cutie happy girlie girl! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 6,003 Gallery: Cutie Stats: lost 110lbs. 245-135; maintaining 135-140 :) WOE: IE w/mostly low GL foods	When did you start the combo? November 2005 How much of each (in grams, not pill count) do you take per day? 3400mg Liquid CLA 960mg Borage Oil Caps All at once or divided doses? all at once before bed Are you also dieting? If yes, what plan? modified low carb How many inches have you lost from the combo? don't know, never measured How many pounds have you lost? it's been up & down, but right now I'm only about 7 lbs. lighter than when I started the combo but I've kept my inches off Have you dropped sizes? YES! from a tight size 16 womens/18 misses to a comfy 11/12 misses [/quote]

01-23-2006, 10:40 AM	#3745
Mack MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 1,791 Gallery: Mack Stats: (5/23/08) 51 / 33.8 --> / 0 WOE: Healthy lo-carb,seeds,yogurt	Hi All, Just got my CLA....Michelle helped me w/ info on the FF&Borage i'm taking but I'll post my CLA and y'all can tell me how much under effective dose I may be. Daily: ala-660 mg epa-360 dha-240 LA - 540 mg gla- @ 270 oleic acid - 456 mg CLA - 780 times 3 .. 2340 ? Now, I have a chronic near-headache or pressure but prolly from weight lifting. Cla users been getting headaches? okay, see you all here and there.. BTE, don't know if waist is slimmer but I am getting handsomer. lol (i wish)