Welcome Newbies! Helpful info for week 1. - Page 72

grfxgrl · 02-22-2011, 07:26 AM

Had my first appointment last night. I am so excited to be starting this again because I know how well it works! A lot has improved since 2008, even the office I go to expanded and took over more of the building. How cool is that?

Im not looking forward to this week because I remember how much it sucked last time, but I also know its well worth it.

They were able to pull my records from 2008 and I only lost 3.2 pounds the first week. Hoping to do far better this time!

VElite · 02-22-2011, 08:09 AM

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Originally Posted by grfxgrl

Had my first appointment last night. I am so excited to be starting this again because I know how well it works! A lot has improved since 2008, even the office I go to expanded and took over more of the building. How cool is that?

Im not looking forward to this week because I remember how much it sucked last time, but I also know its well worth it.

They were able to pull my records from 2008 and I only lost 3.2 pounds the first week. Hoping to do far better this time!

Hi Grfxgrl. I have started today as well. so far so good. I felt a little quesy this morning taking all those supplements, but so far so good. How about you?

VElite · 02-22-2011, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by beachsideguy

Trying out Medi for the first time. One of my roommates and her daughter each lost over 40 lbs in the past year on Medi, so when I saw an Orlando Groupon deal last week, I bought one and convinced my other roommate to do it with me.

My initial consultation at Sand Lake was last Thursday and the first true weighin will be on Thursday afternoon or Friday morning depending on my schedule. My roommate had hers in Winter Park today. Is each clinic independantly operated? There were things that her clinic told her that mine didn't and vice versa. Not sure if it was the male/female difference or something else. She was given the calcium tablets, I received the colon cleanse pills.

I have read thru the boards that each center is independently owned.. Oddly, in Rhode island, the same doctor owns all 3 offices in the state.

grfxgrl · 02-22-2011, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by VElite

Hi Grfxgrl. I have started today as well. so far so good. I felt a little quesy this morning taking all those supplements, but so far so good. How about you?

I took all my supplements and the appetite suppressant with my breakfast of 3 turkey sausage links...I didnt get any nausea. Did you eat something when you took them?

I have omega-3 burps now, which is

Im also having a hard time drinking all this water and being productive at work, how about you?

But yayyyyyyyyyyyyy for first day!

WichitaLoser · 02-22-2011, 09:25 AM

I am the same with all this water...and coke zeros

I've worn a path out of the carpet on the way to the bathroom.

VElite · 02-22-2011, 09:35 AM

I didnt take it with food immediately, maybe 30min later. I will definitely next time. As far as water, I too have been making a path. The good thing I am at home twice a week, but yesterday, when I had to drink alot of water for the initial consultation, I could bearly get any work done as I was running to the bathroom, which is not close!

. tomorrow will be a a challenge! Drinking that much water, is a challenge within itself

grfxgrl · 02-22-2011, 09:52 AM

what are you guys eating for lunch?

I have 4 oz of sliced deli ham, a dill pickle, and a diet mt. dew.

I cant explain why, but i feel weird about it..

WichitaLoser · 02-22-2011, 09:58 AM

I am going to have a pkg of 90 calorie turkey I bought at my grocery store and ugh...more water. I REALLLYYYY want one bite of french vanilla ice cream. Or a maple long john.

VElite · 02-22-2011, 10:03 AM

i am having 3oz of chicken (dark) its all i had in the freezer. Didnt realize that is only 2 chicken legs, with the meat pulled off, of course.

WichitaLoser · 02-22-2011, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by VElite

i am having 3oz of chicken (dark) its all i had in the freezer. Didnt realize that is only 2 chicken legs, with the meat pulled off, of course.

Eating bone-in things is like eating lobster...not worth the effort to me after prying it all off. I like ripping open a plastic bag and shoving 4 ozs of turkey down - but that's just me - Mr. Vegas.

VElite · 02-22-2011, 10:16 AM

funny you say that, I had crab this weekend, and although I knew it, I was still upset of all that work and not getting much out. especially if that is all I am eating... I am going to the store a lil later, so I will pick up some easier options..

WichitaLoser · 02-22-2011, 10:34 AM

Have you found any place else to buy MWL bars/shakes rather than the assuredly inflated clinics?

grfxgrl · 02-22-2011, 10:43 AM

I have not asked if these are acceptable yet, but when i was trying to do my own thing, I ate a lot of these
Power Crunch Protein Energy Bar, Triple Chocolate.

because they were really tasty for a protein bar, and were $14.99 for a box of twelve instead of $16 for a box of 7...

They are twice as many calories, and 10g more fat as compared to the Medi Chocolate bar, BUT they have less sodium, a couple grams more protein and 1 less carb. I am going to take these in next week and see what the nutritionist says. I'm keeping my fingers crossed because these are way cheaper...

Run 'em by your nutritionist, see what they say

check 'em out

JustDoItArt · 02-22-2011, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by beachsideguy

Trying out Medi for the first time. One of my roommates and her daughter each lost over 40 lbs in the past year on Medi, so when I saw an Orlando Groupon deal last week, I bought one and convinced my other roommate to do it with me.

My initial consultation at Sand Lake was last Thursday and the first true weighin will be on Thursday afternoon or Friday morning depending on my schedule. My roommate had hers in Winter Park today. Is each clinic independantly operated? There were things that her clinic told her that mine didn't and vice versa. Not sure if it was the male/female difference or something else. She was given the calcium tablets, I received the colon cleanse pills.

I just started Medi (today is day 5 for me) in Sarasota, FL.

I left my first appt with B12 shot, B6 shot, plastic scale, storage bag (looks like little 6 pack cooler), Fish Oil, Vitamin, Calcium, Colon Cleanse, and Fat Burner. Everything was included in the initial visit cost except for the Fish Oil and Calcium (I had to buy their stuff the first time in order to use my discount coupon; I won't buy their brand again -- it is a commodity product and cheaper elsewhere). I think they would have also included a prescription appetite suppressant in that price if you wanted it.

My weekly $70 visit includes the B12 shot (can also go for midweek shot included in that price). The B6 shot is an extra $10.

grfxgrl · 02-22-2011, 03:29 PM

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Originally Posted by ackiej25

This is my first week on Medi Weight Loss. It was a rough week but I go for my first weigh in today. I'm so nervous.

How did the weigh-in go? Hope it went well

grfxgrl · 02-22-2011, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by WichitaLoser

Have you found any place else to buy MWL bars/shakes rather than the assuredly inflated clinics?

I have not asked if these are acceptable yet, but when i was trying to do my own thing, I ate a lot of these bars, they are called "Power Crunch Protein Energy Bars" -- Triple Chocolate is my fave... they are cheap at drugstore website (im not supposed to post urls to these things...:blush

They were really tasty for a protein bar, and were $14.99 for a box of twelve instead of $16 for a box of 7...

They are twice as many calories, and 10g more fat as compared to the Medi Chocolate bar, BUT they have less sodium, a couple grams more protein and 1 less carb. I am going to take these in next week and see what the nutritionist says. I'm keeping my fingers crossed because these are way cheaper...

Run 'em by your nutritionist, see what they say!

VElite · 02-22-2011, 06:23 PM

so its 9pm and I am short 65 calories. do I save them for tomorrow or find something to eat? I am sort of hungry, but not really..... I dont have anything quick to make unfortunately...

grfxgrl · 02-22-2011, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by VElite

so its 9pm and I am short 65 calories. do I save them for tomorrow or find something to eat? I am sort of hungry, but not really..... I dont have anything quick to make unfortunately...

you have any powerade or protein powder? im sucking a protein shake down myself

VElite · 02-22-2011, 07:18 PM

I do have a sample protein powder, but not sure how to make it. They put it in a baggie...lol

grfxgrl · 02-22-2011, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by VElite

I do have a sample protein powder, but not sure how to make it. They put it in a baggie...lol

hmmm.... i mixed mine with 24oz's of water and a crystal light to go pack-orange.

but if its chocolate that might taste horrible!

LitlMzScandelous · 02-22-2011, 08:30 PM

Week 1 weigh in on Thursday....getting excited. The scale at home say 9lbs. Hope that stays accurate! Good luck to all those who just started.....sending goof thoughts y'alls way!

WichitaLoser · 02-22-2011, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by LitlMzScandelous

Week 1 weigh in on Thursday....getting excited. The scale at home say 9lbs. Hope that stays accurate! Good luck to all those who just started.....sending goof thoughts y'alls way!

Goof thoughts to you, too!

ackiej25 · 02-23-2011, 05:25 AM

Well, I lost 6 lbs on my first weigh in. I was hoping for 10 but at least 4 of those pounds were fat. This week has been much easier, so far. Good luck to all of you that just started. It really does get better.

grfxgrl · 02-23-2011, 05:36 AM

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Originally Posted by ackiej25

Well, I lost 6 lbs on my first weigh in. I was hoping for 10 but at least 4 of those pounds were fat. This week has been much easier, so far. Good luck to all of you that just started. It really does get better.

YEAH! Congratulations! That's a great first week!

grfxgrl · 02-23-2011, 05:53 AM

So uhm... im on day 2 here, and my husband comes back home from a business trip tonight. what in the world can i cook for dinner. I am at a complete loss! Was thinking chicken breasts...somehow... but how? Tried looking up recipes on the medi site but it all seems to be post week 1 stuff.

Need help please

kbhayward · 02-23-2011, 06:27 AM

If you are near Costco, pick up a small shrimp platter. It makes a great quick and easy dinner during 1st week. It is the perfect amount to share between 2-3 people and even have some left for a lunch the next day. I usually add a salad or veggies for my family and I enjoy the shrimp!

grfxgrl · 02-23-2011, 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by kbhayward

If you are near Costco, pick up a small shrimp platter. It makes a great quick and easy dinner during 1st week. It is the perfect amount to share between 2-3 people and even have some left for a lunch the next day. I usually add a salad or veggies for my family and I enjoy the shrimp!

yeah uhm... swear I am not trying to be difficult, but I dont really like cold shrimp like that. Is there a way to cook it a little to make it more appetizing? :blush:

JustDoItArt · 02-23-2011, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by grfxgrl

yeah uhm... swear I am not trying to be difficult, but I dont really like cold shrimp like that. Is there a way to cook it a little to make it more appetizing? :blush:

I take 3 to 4 ounces of cold pre-cooked shrimp, sprinkle with Cavender's All Purpose Greek Seasoning, hit it with a few sprays of 0 calorie "butter" spray and microwave for 20 seconds (be careful not to overheat).

grfxgrl · 02-23-2011, 10:50 AM

Thanks JustDoItArt!

Anyone know: Can I have dill pickles the first week? I remember seeing it on an example menu and I asked the NP and she said yes but now i dont see anything about it one way or the other in the packet.

WichitaLoser · 02-23-2011, 12:10 PM

OK.....lesson #1 from me.

Don't go to a bar with a friend at 830pm when you just got finished working out. I ate about 9 chips and when I got home to log the calories....at least the jalapenos i put on them were only 5 calories. However, I didn't have a beer or anything (primarily cuz im cheap) so I got all my water in sitting there.

02-23-2011, 05:25 AM	#2153
ackiej25 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Connecticut Posts: 4 Gallery: ackiej25 Stats: 187/187/130 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Start Date: Feb. 14, 2011	first weigh in Well, I lost 6 lbs on my first weigh in. I was hoping for 10 but at least 4 of those pounds were fat. This week has been much easier, so far. Good luck to all of you that just started. It really does get better.

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02-22-2011, 07:26 AM	#2131
grfxgrl Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 154 Gallery: grfxgrl Stats: 5'4" - 213/192/134 WOE: Medi-Weightloss Start Date: Restarting: 2/21/2011	Had my first appointment last night. I am so excited to be starting this again because I know how well it works! A lot has improved since 2008, even the office I go to expanded and took over more of the building. How cool is that? Im not looking forward to this week because I remember how much it sucked last time, but I also know its well worth it. They were able to pull my records from 2008 and I only lost 3.2 pounds the first week. Hoping to do far better this time!

02-22-2011, 09:25 AM	#2135
WichitaLoser Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 32 Gallery: WichitaLoser Stats: 281/271/200 WOE: MWL Start Date: February 17, 2011	I am the same with all this water...and coke zeros I've worn a path out of the carpet on the way to the bathroom.

02-22-2011, 09:35 AM	#2136
VElite Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: RI Posts: 43 Gallery: VElite Stats: 5'1.5" 219/198/150 for now WOE: MWL Start Date: 2/22/2011	I didnt take it with food immediately, maybe 30min later. I will definitely next time. As far as water, I too have been making a path. The good thing I am at home twice a week, but yesterday, when I had to drink alot of water for the initial consultation, I could bearly get any work done as I was running to the bathroom, which is not close! . tomorrow will be a a challenge! Drinking that much water, is a challenge within itself

02-22-2011, 09:52 AM	#2137
grfxgrl Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 154 Gallery: grfxgrl Stats: 5'4" - 213/192/134 WOE: Medi-Weightloss Start Date: Restarting: 2/21/2011	what are you guys eating for lunch? I have 4 oz of sliced deli ham, a dill pickle, and a diet mt. dew. I cant explain why, but i feel weird about it..

02-22-2011, 09:58 AM	#2138
WichitaLoser Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 32 Gallery: WichitaLoser Stats: 281/271/200 WOE: MWL Start Date: February 17, 2011	I am going to have a pkg of 90 calorie turkey I bought at my grocery store and ugh...more water. I REALLLYYYY want one bite of french vanilla ice cream. Or a maple long john.

02-22-2011, 10:03 AM	#2139
VElite Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: RI Posts: 43 Gallery: VElite Stats: 5'1.5" 219/198/150 for now WOE: MWL Start Date: 2/22/2011	i am having 3oz of chicken (dark) its all i had in the freezer. Didnt realize that is only 2 chicken legs, with the meat pulled off, of course.

02-22-2011, 10:16 AM	#2141
VElite Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: RI Posts: 43 Gallery: VElite Stats: 5'1.5" 219/198/150 for now WOE: MWL Start Date: 2/22/2011	funny you say that, I had crab this weekend, and although I knew it, I was still upset of all that work and not getting much out. especially if that is all I am eating... I am going to the store a lil later, so I will pick up some easier options..

02-22-2011, 10:34 AM	#2142
WichitaLoser Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 32 Gallery: WichitaLoser Stats: 281/271/200 WOE: MWL Start Date: February 17, 2011	Have you found any place else to buy MWL bars/shakes rather than the assuredly inflated clinics?

02-22-2011, 10:43 AM	#2143
grfxgrl Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 154 Gallery: grfxgrl Stats: 5'4" - 213/192/134 WOE: Medi-Weightloss Start Date: Restarting: 2/21/2011	I have not asked if these are acceptable yet, but when i was trying to do my own thing, I ate a lot of these Power Crunch Protein Energy Bar, Triple Chocolate. because they were really tasty for a protein bar, and were $14.99 for a box of twelve instead of $16 for a box of 7... They are twice as many calories, and 10g more fat as compared to the Medi Chocolate bar, BUT they have less sodium, a couple grams more protein and 1 less carb. I am going to take these in next week and see what the nutritionist says. I'm keeping my fingers crossed because these are way cheaper... Run 'em by your nutritionist, see what they say check 'em out

02-22-2011, 06:23 PM	#2147
VElite Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: RI Posts: 43 Gallery: VElite Stats: 5'1.5" 219/198/150 for now WOE: MWL Start Date: 2/22/2011	so its 9pm and I am short 65 calories. do I save them for tomorrow or find something to eat? I am sort of hungry, but not really..... I dont have anything quick to make unfortunately...

02-22-2011, 07:18 PM	#2149
VElite Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: RI Posts: 43 Gallery: VElite Stats: 5'1.5" 219/198/150 for now WOE: MWL Start Date: 2/22/2011	I do have a sample protein powder, but not sure how to make it. They put it in a baggie...lol

02-22-2011, 08:30 PM	#2151
LitlMzScandelous Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: The Deep South Posts: 10 Gallery: LitlMzScandelous Stats: 283/274/190 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Start Date: Feb. 2011	Week 1 weigh in on Thursday....getting excited. The scale at home say 9lbs. Hope that stays accurate! Good luck to all those who just started.....sending goof thoughts y'alls way!

02-23-2011, 05:53 AM	#2155
grfxgrl Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 154 Gallery: grfxgrl Stats: 5'4" - 213/192/134 WOE: Medi-Weightloss Start Date: Restarting: 2/21/2011	So uhm... im on day 2 here, and my husband comes back home from a business trip tonight. what in the world can i cook for dinner. I am at a complete loss! Was thinking chicken breasts...somehow... but how? Tried looking up recipes on the medi site but it all seems to be post week 1 stuff. Need help please

02-23-2011, 06:27 AM	#2156
kbhayward Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 66 Gallery: kbhayward Stats: 193/165.5/150 WOE: Medi Weightloss Start Date: restart 3/30/12	If you are near Costco, pick up a small shrimp platter. It makes a great quick and easy dinner during 1st week. It is the perfect amount to share between 2-3 people and even have some left for a lunch the next day. I usually add a salad or veggies for my family and I enjoy the shrimp!

02-23-2011, 10:50 AM	#2159
grfxgrl Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 154 Gallery: grfxgrl Stats: 5'4" - 213/192/134 WOE: Medi-Weightloss Start Date: Restarting: 2/21/2011	Thanks JustDoItArt! Anyone know: Can I have dill pickles the first week? I remember seeing it on an example menu and I asked the NP and she said yes but now i dont see anything about it one way or the other in the packet.

02-23-2011, 12:10 PM	#2160
WichitaLoser Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 32 Gallery: WichitaLoser Stats: 281/271/200 WOE: MWL Start Date: February 17, 2011	OK.....lesson #1 from me. Don't go to a bar with a friend at 830pm when you just got finished working out. I ate about 9 chips and when I got home to log the calories....at least the jalapenos i put on them were only 5 calories. However, I didn't have a beer or anything (primarily cuz im cheap) so I got all my water in sitting there.