Welcome Newbies! Helpful info for week 1. - Page 22

QueenCityDiva · 11-15-2009, 02:33 PM

GO CARL! This is soooo doable! I'm excited for you! Keep it up!

csp562 · 11-16-2009, 11:11 AM

Day 13, lost 12 pounds!!!!

DreamWarrior · 11-17-2009, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by csp562

Day 13, lost 12 pounds!!!!

Yay!!

Jesjade928 · 11-17-2009, 08:48 AM

and i dont seem to be doing very well i only lost 4lbs my first week compared to others: 10- 15lbs...

shanlock · 11-17-2009, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Jesjade928

and i dont seem to be doing very well i only lost 4lbs my first week compared to others: 10- 15lbs...

Don't be discouraged with that 4 lbs! You really don't have that much weight to lose so the weight might not come off as quickly. Most of the people (not all) who lose larger amounts the first week have larger amounts of weight that they need to lose. 4 lbs is great!

Jesjade928 · 11-17-2009, 10:13 AM

any thoughts on the colon clense? DR said i dont have to have it .. but maybe it would help me ?

csp562 · 11-17-2009, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Jesjade928

and i dont seem to be doing very well i only lost 4lbs my first week compared to others: 10- 15lbs...

I say good job, better than gaining 4 pounds!! Don't give up!!!!

Justin1 · 11-17-2009, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Jesjade928

and i dont seem to be doing very well i only lost 4lbs my first week compared to others: 10- 15lbs...

Don't get discouraged...reevaluate what you are eating and make sure that you are journaling everything. Make sure you are getting 128oz of water in...also spring for the extra $10 shot.

I assure you with everything that I can that this program works...give yourself to it and you will be amazed at your progress.

Jesjade928 · 11-18-2009, 05:00 AM

THANK YOU!

DreamWarrior · 11-18-2009, 06:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Jesjade928

any thoughts on the colon clense? DR said i dont have to have it .. but maybe it would help me ?

I cant live without it. Unfortunatly.

It depends on you and how you feel.

Good luck!

DreamWarrior · 11-18-2009, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by TeddyBear_Carl

Hi Ya'll, I just had my first appt. today and had a very pleasant experience. My dr would not recommend the AS at this time cause my blood pressure was to high any tips to help me get through the first week without the AS?

Thanks

Im wondering if there is anything else you could take that is natural, that works like an AS.

Any suggestions folks?

TeddyBear_Carl · 11-18-2009, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by DreamWarrior

Im wondering if there is anything else you could take that is natural, that works like an AS.

Any suggestions folks?

DreamWarrior,

I guess I'm lucky and I haven't needed them yet, but I have been a bit hungry just not unbearable.

I stepped on a scale this afternoon and I've lost 19lbs on my first week. WOW!!!! I wasn't expecting that.

shanlock · 11-19-2009, 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by TeddyBear_Carl

DreamWarrior,
I stepped on a scale this afternoon and I've lost 19lbs on my first week. WOW!!!! I wasn't expecting that.

Congrats to you!!!!

DreamWarrior · 11-19-2009, 08:45 AM

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Originally Posted by TeddyBear_Carl

I stepped on a scale this afternoon and I've lost 19lbs on my first week. WOW!!!! I wasn't expecting that.

Super Awesome!! Congratulations!!

Jesjade928 · 11-20-2009, 05:05 AM

has anyone went up on there weight because of water weight!? ... i did =0(

healthy@last · 11-20-2009, 08:11 AM

Today is my first day on Medi. I am not hungry, but I am very tired. I have no energy to do anything. If you experienced this, when did you get some energy back?

DreamWarrior · 11-20-2009, 09:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Jesjade928

has anyone went up on there weight because of water weight!? ... i did =0(

This is very normal, especially if you're not used to drinking a lot of water... but dont worry, this will pass.

Please dont weigh yourself every day too... you'll just beat yourself to death.

Keep the water intake at the suggested levels and your body will adjust and start to flush everything out.

Good luck!!

FreudianSlip · 11-20-2009, 09:36 AM

Hi everyone! I'm new to the program. I just had my 1st official weigh in after the initial visit and I am down 11.8 pounds! I'm super excited because it wasn't excruciatingly hard like I thought it would be. I have read through dozens and dozens of pages on the Medi part of this site and they very much helped me through my first week.

Anyways, I just thought I'd introduce myself!

DreamWarrior · 11-20-2009, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by FreudianSlip

Hi everyone! I'm new to the program. I just had my 1st official weigh in after the initial visit and I am down 11.8 pounds! I'm super excited because it wasn't excruciatingly hard like I thought it would be. I have read through dozens and dozens of pages on the Medi part of this site and they very much helped me through my first week.

Anyways, I just thought I'd introduce myself!

Welcome and congrats on a super week!!!

Love your avatar too!! Hilarious!

TeddyBear_Carl · 11-21-2009, 07:29 AM

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Originally Posted by healthy@last

Today is my first day on Medi. I am not hungry, but I am very tired. I have no energy to do anything. If you experienced this, when did you get some energy back?

Hi Healthy

The first full day I was on Medi I was dogazz tired. The second day was alot better, and it just keeps getting better. I have more energy now than I did a year ago.

Carl

healthy@last · 11-21-2009, 09:44 PM

Thanks Carl! I did feel a little better today. I am proud of myself for getting through the first 2 days. I'm sticking to it and can't wait to see the results at my next appointment.

Zik · 11-22-2009, 05:22 PM

Hi everyone! I had my first appointment with a MWL clinic in MA this Friday and am on my third day now. I'm so glad to come across this forum, have read three or four threads since Friday. You guys are all truly inspiring and encouraging!

healthy@last · 11-23-2009, 11:45 AM

On my fourth day and I'm alot more energized. My ketoses in up to moderate and I don't have that icky taste in my mouth any more. Yay! I do have a question. Up until today I have only been eating eggs, minimally processed deli turkey and grillied chicken. Today I ate a plain hotdog. Will food that's really processed like a hotdog throw me out of ketoses? Will it effect my weight loss? Thanks for your help!

DreamWarrior · 11-23-2009, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by healthy@last

On my fourth day and I'm alot more energized. My ketoses in up to moderate and I don't have that icky taste in my mouth any more. Yay! I do have a question. Up until today I have only been eating eggs, minimally processed deli turkey and grillied chicken. Today I ate a plain hotdog. Will food that's really processed like a hotdog throw me out of ketoses? Will it effect my weight loss? Thanks for your help!

I think you're only allowed Hebrew National which is a much better product than most hotdogs available.

Dont go nuts with it though, a hotdog is still a hotdog and comes with its price. Check out the food threads for other menu ideas... week 1 can be boring and you need to learn to mix it up a bit.

Good luck!

Mommy-2-girls · 11-23-2009, 01:27 PM

I have had Oscar Meyer light all beef hotdogs several times and never had a problem (my kids like these). Look at the calories/carbs though. Some of them are SUPER high in calories, not to mention sodium that can make you retain water.

Zik · 11-23-2009, 01:53 PM

I have a question about the ketone level... My very first day I got a Trace, second day Moderate, then yesterday and today Large. My friend who's also on the MWL diet said that Large meant I'm dehydrating and suggested me drinking more water. I've been drinking lots of water - probably about 4-6 Aquafina bottles a day which translate to about 2-3 liter//68-102 oz. of water a day. Is there another explanation to the ketosis level? I'm a bit worried about adding too much water weight as well even though fat is the main target. Thanks in advance for your help!

Desert-Rose7 · 11-23-2009, 02:00 PM

Look at this thread for a lot of helpful info in the subject of ketosis:

Ketosis

Also, the MINIMUM requirement for water is 128 oz. You are below that. The water is a very important component part of this program. It is essential to flush the bad stuff out of your system and keep your internal organs such as kidney/liver/gall bladder working properly.

Jo

DreamWarrior · 11-23-2009, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Zik

I have a question about the ketone level... My very first day I got a Trace, second day Moderate, then yesterday and today Large. My friend who's also on the MWL diet said that Large meant I'm dehydrating and suggested me drinking more water. I've been drinking lots of water - probably about 4-6 Aquafina bottles a day which translate to about 2-3 liter//68-102 oz. of water a day. Is there another explanation to the ketosis level? I'm a bit worried about adding too much water weight as well even though fat is the main target. Thanks in advance for your help!

Dont stress out about the water... the amount of water your taking in is fine, you're body is in shock and wants to retain it, so you might feel bloated. Normally, the high ketone level does mean dehydration, however, one week I was high, the other I was normal, and then I was high again without changing the water amounts much. My suggestion is to up the water a bit for a few days and see what happens, nothing is going to happen overnight... also make sure your taking in water with electrolytes in it.

Being consistent it key.

csp562 · 11-23-2009, 03:36 PM

Day 18- 15 and 1/2 pounds gone!!!!! Starting Outdoor Fitness Bootcamp in January! Can't wait!

Zik · 11-23-2009, 06:43 PM

Many thanks, Dessert Rose & Dream Warrior! I'll make sure my water intake is higher & more consistent over the next days

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Jesjade928 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 7 Gallery: Jesjade928 Stats: 172/168/130 WOE: medi weight loss Start Date: November 4, 2009	2 weeks in and i dont seem to be doing very well i only lost 4lbs my first week compared to others: 10- 15lbs...

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11-15-2009, 02:33 PM	#631
QueenCityDiva Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 250 Gallery: QueenCityDiva Stats: 5'10" 266/245.4/165 WOE: Medi Start Date: Originally 10/09 Restarted 1/10	GO CARL! This is soooo doable! I'm excited for you! Keep it up!

11-16-2009, 11:11 AM	#632
csp562 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Mobile, Alabama Posts: 13 Gallery: csp562 Stats: 210/173/150 WOE: Medi Weightloss Start Date: November 4, 2009	Day 13, lost 12 pounds!!!!

11-17-2009, 10:13 AM	#636
Jesjade928 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 7 Gallery: Jesjade928 Stats: 172/168/130 WOE: medi weight loss Start Date: November 4, 2009	any thoughts on the colon clense? DR said i dont have to have it .. but maybe it would help me ?

11-18-2009, 05:00 AM	#639
Jesjade928 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 7 Gallery: Jesjade928 Stats: 172/168/130 WOE: medi weight loss Start Date: November 4, 2009	THANK YOU!

11-20-2009, 05:05 AM	#645
Jesjade928 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Connecticut Posts: 7 Gallery: Jesjade928 Stats: 172/168/130 WOE: medi weight loss Start Date: November 4, 2009	has anyone went up on there weight because of water weight!? ... i did =0(

11-20-2009, 08:11 AM	#646
healthy@last Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 7 Gallery: healthy@last Stats: 208/203/140 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Start Date: 11-20-09	Today is my first day on Medi. I am not hungry, but I am very tired. I have no energy to do anything. If you experienced this, when did you get some energy back?

11-20-2009, 09:36 AM	#648
FreudianSlip Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 2 Gallery: FreudianSlip Stats: 5'9": 304.8/293/160(ish) WOE: Medi-Weightloss Start Date: 11/13/09	Hi everyone! I'm new to the program. I just had my 1st official weigh in after the initial visit and I am down 11.8 pounds! I'm super excited because it wasn't excruciatingly hard like I thought it would be. I have read through dozens and dozens of pages on the Medi part of this site and they very much helped me through my first week. Anyways, I just thought I'd introduce myself!

11-21-2009, 09:44 PM	#651
healthy@last Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 7 Gallery: healthy@last Stats: 208/203/140 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Start Date: 11-20-09	Thanks Carl! I did feel a little better today. I am proud of myself for getting through the first 2 days. I'm sticking to it and can't wait to see the results at my next appointment.

11-22-2009, 05:22 PM	#652
Zik Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: MA Posts: 7 Gallery: Zik Stats: 206.01/194.81/156.01 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Start Date: November 20, 2009	Hi everyone! I had my first appointment with a MWL clinic in MA this Friday and am on my third day now. I'm so glad to come across this forum, have read three or four threads since Friday. You guys are all truly inspiring and encouraging!

11-23-2009, 11:45 AM	#653
healthy@last Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 7 Gallery: healthy@last Stats: 208/203/140 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Start Date: 11-20-09	On my fourth day and I'm alot more energized. My ketoses in up to moderate and I don't have that icky taste in my mouth any more. Yay! I do have a question. Up until today I have only been eating eggs, minimally processed deli turkey and grillied chicken. Today I ate a plain hotdog. Will food that's really processed like a hotdog throw me out of ketoses? Will it effect my weight loss? Thanks for your help!

11-23-2009, 01:27 PM	#655
Mommy-2-girls Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Land O Lakes, FL Posts: 520 Gallery: Mommy-2-girls Stats: 5'9" 299.2/249.2/180 WOE: Medi Weight Loss/Wii Fit/Yoga Start Date: Restart after pregnancy bedrest: January 5, 2011	I have had Oscar Meyer light all beef hotdogs several times and never had a problem (my kids like these). Look at the calories/carbs though. Some of them are SUPER high in calories, not to mention sodium that can make you retain water.

11-23-2009, 01:53 PM	#656
Zik Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: MA Posts: 7 Gallery: Zik Stats: 206.01/194.81/156.01 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Start Date: November 20, 2009	I have a question about the ketone level... My very first day I got a Trace, second day Moderate, then yesterday and today Large. My friend who's also on the MWL diet said that Large meant I'm dehydrating and suggested me drinking more water. I've been drinking lots of water - probably about 4-6 Aquafina bottles a day which translate to about 2-3 liter//68-102 oz. of water a day. Is there another explanation to the ketosis level? I'm a bit worried about adding too much water weight as well even though fat is the main target. Thanks in advance for your help!

11-23-2009, 02:00 PM	#657
Desert-Rose7 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 1,479 Gallery: Desert-Rose7 Stats: 5'11"/262/150/150 WOE: MediWeightLoss Start Date: 12/19/08 in Wellness since 09/03/2009	Look at this thread for a lot of helpful info in the subject of ketosis: Ketosis Also, the MINIMUM requirement for water is 128 oz. You are below that. The water is a very important component part of this program. It is essential to flush the bad stuff out of your system and keep your internal organs such as kidney/liver/gall bladder working properly. Jo

11-23-2009, 03:36 PM	#659
csp562 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Mobile, Alabama Posts: 13 Gallery: csp562 Stats: 210/173/150 WOE: Medi Weightloss Start Date: November 4, 2009	Day 18- 15 and 1/2 pounds gone!!!!! Starting Outdoor Fitness Bootcamp in January! Can't wait!

11-23-2009, 06:43 PM	#660
Zik Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: MA Posts: 7 Gallery: Zik Stats: 206.01/194.81/156.01 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Start Date: November 20, 2009	Many thanks, Dessert Rose & Dream Warrior! I'll make sure my water intake is higher & more consistent over the next days