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Posted by Mrs. C on July 9, 2004, at 15:54:52
In reply to Re: Mrs C.., posted by Simus on July 9, 2004, at 0:47:58
Thanks for the laugh Simus. I am sitting here on a beautiful afternoon worrying about irregular heartbeats. I had alot this afternoon while I was gardening and now I am scared and obsessing. Damn this PMS!!! Put those words in the song too! Mrs.C
Posted by trucker on July 9, 2004, at 17:29:24
In reply to Re: Trucker, posted by Simus on July 9, 2004, at 11:40:38
my husband said when i am the inspector he is going to quit driving truck, cause he knows his
-ss is grass and i am the lawn mower!!! lol.. he doesn't want me to go to school cause he is afraid he will reap what he has sewed..trucker
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> > i am going to be a diesel mechanic... after three years i can the apply for inspector job and inspect those big trucks and then give 'em tickets if evrything isn't right....
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> Sounds like a challenging job but I know you can do it. Good luck in school.
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> > pay back for all those nasty truckers that thought i was only out there to get layed...that harrased me...i will have fun with that
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> I would like to see the look on their faces when they see you are their inspector...LOL
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> Simus
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Posted by sexylexy on July 9, 2004, at 19:13:36
In reply to Mrs. C, and the low carbers, posted by sexylexy on July 8, 2004, at 22:39:41
Hey Mrs. C,
Can you tell me the name of the book to get for atkins? Will it tell me what I can and cannot eat? Today I had 2 pieces of bacon, grilled salmon and asparagus, some cheddar cheese cubes and a taco salad with rotel cheese dip (no shell or beans) I think this is good and I have looked up stuff but am just not sure, want to be a good low carb girl!!!
Thanks, I swear I will stop bugging you.
Love
Lexy
Posted by Mrs. C on July 9, 2004, at 20:18:13
In reply to Re: Mrs. C, and the low carbers, posted by sexylexy on July 9, 2004, at 19:13:36
Lexy, your food sounded very good for Atkins. It was pretty easy wasn't it? The book is "Dr.Atkins New Diet Revolution" you can get it at Walmart for 5.99. Well worth it, tells you everything you want to know. Good Luck and you are NOT bothering me at all. Glad to help. mrs. C
Posted by sexylexy on July 10, 2004, at 11:51:05
In reply to Re: Mrs. C, and the low carbers, posted by Mrs. C on July 9, 2004, at 20:18:13
WOW!
I woke up this morning 3 lbs lighter??? Is that possible??????????
Lexy
Posted by Simus on July 10, 2004, at 19:16:15
In reply to RE:Hey yo-yo's, posted by anxious babe on July 9, 2004, at 11:55:27
> Simus how are you doing?
Sorry it took so long to respond. I was out of town for a couple of days. I am doing much better - thanks for asking.
God bless,
Simus
Posted by Simus on July 10, 2004, at 19:23:11
In reply to Re: Mrs. C, and the low carbers, posted by sexylexy on July 10, 2004, at 11:51:05
> WOW!
> I woke up this morning 3 lbs lighter??? Is that possible??????????
> LexyCarbs make me retain water, and thus lowering carb intake is like a diuretic.
Simus
Posted by Jai Narayan on July 10, 2004, at 19:41:20
In reply to Re: Mrs. C, and the low carbers, posted by sexylexy on July 9, 2004, at 19:13:36
Looks real good!
I have the whole two weeks maped out for my induction part.
I have lost 15 lbs since Jan 2004.
I like it too.
The key is to stay away from coffee, sugar and wheat.
To focus on protein, veggies (low starch) and oils.
Adding fish oil. Use antioxidents...especially if you eat bacon...make sure your meat doesn't have nitrates, dyes, antibiotics, growth hormones or preservatives.
It takes time to loose weight too. you need to be patient.
I have been on a diet for 7 months and all I have lost is 15lbs. It's slowed down to a pound a month.
I am on induction for 2 weeks then back to being more daring but not reckless. I don't eat sugar anymore at all. I added CLA recently.You have to learn your body and it's needs. Maybe you are the kind of person who can't eat red meat?
Or fish?
or soy beans?
We all have similar but different needs. And our needs change. So be mindful and watch your body it is very smart.
Good luck and I love chatting about this topic.
Posted by Simus on July 10, 2004, at 23:45:13
In reply to from low carber to another, posted by Jai Narayan on July 10, 2004, at 19:41:20
I have seen the word ***trigger*** or ***trigger potential*** in the "subject" in other threads. What does that mean? Where are the guidelines for using it?
Thanks,
Simus
Posted by trucker on July 11, 2004, at 11:09:07
In reply to RE:Hey yo-yo's » anxious babe, posted by Simus on July 10, 2004, at 19:16:15
i am going off the south beach diet... because the only wieght i have lost is water... i can take a dieretic for that.. i am gonna return to the salad and grapefruit diet.....thought i'd let ya know...
trucker
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> > Simus how are you doing?
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> Sorry it took so long to respond. I was out of town for a couple of days. I am doing much better - thanks for asking.
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> God bless,
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> Simus
Posted by sexylexy on July 11, 2004, at 11:37:28
In reply to Can someone tell me what ***trigger*** means, posted by Simus on July 10, 2004, at 23:45:13
Hey Simus,
When you put trigger *Trigger* it shows a subject that may be sensitive to people. Eating Disorders, Sexual Abuse, Suicide ect. Sometimes hearing about these things can trigger someone to act on them or bring up painful memories that may harm progress ect. Hope this clears is up some!
Lexy
Posted by sexylexy on July 11, 2004, at 11:47:37
In reply to from low carber to another, posted by Jai Narayan on July 10, 2004, at 19:41:20
Hey Jai,
My plan was to go though carb induction then get on weight watchers to help keep it off. I started the "atkins" on Thursday and by saturday morning I was screaming at people and crying, I have battled with depression and hypoglycemia. I think that when I stopped eating sugar it really harmed me. I am not sure if you are familiar with hypoglcemia but it is naturally low blood sugar which can cause depression and anxiety (lovely). I have read that after a while the low carb thing stabilizes your blood sugar and is good for hypoglycemics but I could not get to it. I am going back on weight watchers. I lost 20lbs in about 2 months it was easy, I ate chocolate cake, pizza, mexican and sushi...all my favorite foods and still lost weight. I kept it off for over a year then got depressed and just did not care anymore that plus the lexapro helpped me put on about 7 lbs. I am now getting back on WW and going to try hard to get it off. Anyway, sorry this is so long winded, maybe you could consider WW and we could be each others support...just a thought, no matter best of luck with your weight loss battle and congrats on your 15lbs. That is wonderful!!!
Cheers!
Lexy
Posted by Simus on July 11, 2004, at 12:17:21
In reply to RE:Hey yo-yo's, posted by trucker on July 11, 2004, at 11:09:07
> i am going off the south beach diet... because the only wieght i have lost is water... i can take a dieretic for that.. i am gonna return to the salad and grapefruit diet.....thought i'd let ya know...
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> truckerTrucker, don't give up on it yet! It sounds like a great diet, and you are doing so well. You have all of the on-line support for the South Beach Diet too. The first thing to go on almost any diet other than a high carb diet is water, but the weight will come off. Could you please give it a little longer? Sometimes it takes a couple of weeks for the scale to really move after the initial water weight loss. But it will move. Could you give it at least another week or two?
Simus
Posted by Simus on July 11, 2004, at 12:48:18
In reply to Re: from low carber to another, posted by sexylexy on July 11, 2004, at 11:47:37
Lexy,
I am so sorry you felt so bad. I know EXACTLY what you are talking about.
In spite of what the "experts" say, I don't stop eating carbs "cold turkey". I think that is just too hard on our systems, especially for those of us who are on psychiatric meds. I think it is better to wean ourselves off of carbs. I keep a few of the healthier carbs handy like orange juice, nuts, raisins, even tortilla chips, but no refined sugar or white flour though (except maybe for a little semi-sweet chocolate), for when my blood sugar starts to drop. In a few days, I am able to reduce even these carbs and feel better again. I think it actually takes a couple of weeks to adjust to low carb eating.
I wish you the best. Keep us informed.
Simus
Posted by mystic on July 11, 2004, at 15:02:58
In reply to Re: from low carber to another » sexylexy, posted by Simus on July 11, 2004, at 12:48:18
Hey everyone...I think that after much thinking this weekend or not so much thinking..My memory is terrible I was holding Ryan today talking to the next door neighbor and she asked when Ryan was born and I completely forgot and it really upset me..then yesterday I left my wallet at the grocery store 2nd time in a month thank god for honest people..This lex is just brutal on your memory and I feel sooo stupid and cant focus on anything i feel like I'm just exsisting..I have given it 5 months of my life and I just cant do it anymore ...
Yesterday we had a cookout and I did all the work as usual hahaha..it was georges sons 33rd birthday and that was good but I just felt horrible very depressed..despondent and just scared all the time..I'm just sad all the time and cant shake it..I know that I think it is Lynda that is on welbutrin but she is away for the week so didnt know if anyone had any luck with that before...I hate being such a downer..i'm usually always in a great mood this is rediculous I want my old self back or something like it...
I hope that everyone is doing great..and thank you for listening as always..I promise that someday I will be on here and I will be myself and you will see...Take care all my yoyo's Your friend Mystic
PS Simus I triggered this one because of all the complaining about lex and dont want to make anyone think it wont work for them because is works for a lot of people....
Posted by trucker on July 11, 2004, at 19:50:56
In reply to Re: from low carber to another » sexylexy, posted by Simus on July 11, 2004, at 12:48:18
i quit the south beach diet.. all i lost was water weight.. i can take a pill and loose that with out being hungry.. i am going to the tried and true grapefruit and salad.. i know it works.. since my glands and things are all messed up with the polycystic ovarian syndrom it makes it exceptionally hard to loose weight.. so i must do what works for me..
trucker
Posted by trucker on July 11, 2004, at 19:53:13
In reply to RE:Hey yo-yo's » trucker, posted by Simus on July 11, 2004, at 12:17:21
SORRRY TOOOOO LATE I ALREADY QUIT.. AND WILL BEGIN THE GRAPEFRUIT AND SALADtrucker
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> > i am going off the south beach diet... because the only wieght i have lost is water... i can take a dieretic for that.. i am gonna return to the salad and grapefruit diet.....thought i'd let ya know...
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> > trucker
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> Trucker, don't give up on it yet! It sounds like a great diet, and you are doing so well. You have all of the on-line support for the South Beach Diet too. The first thing to go on almost any diet other than a high carb diet is water, but the weight will come off. Could you please give it a little longer? Sometimes it takes a couple of weeks for the scale to really move after the initial water weight loss. But it will move. Could you give it at least another week or two?
>
> Simus
Posted by susielalala on July 11, 2004, at 19:56:22
In reply to RE:: Hey everyone trigger negative, posted by mystic on July 11, 2004, at 15:02:58
Hi all. Mystic I have the same problem with memory. Mine has been terrible since the Lex. At least that is what I am blaming it on. lol Anyway I cant remember what I did an hour ago sometimes, that is scarey. I also am tired of the roller coaster ride with the lex. I feel good for awhile and then I fell horrible. I feel spacey and wierd and very out of it sometimes, then on the other hand I feel good and can handle alot more than I uas to. I dont get it. I am just tired of the ride. I want to feel good alot mre than I do. I am hoping with time on this drug we all will. I am still praying for all of you. I also am having palpatations and dizziness, oh the joy of being a woman on lex and menapausing at the same time lol. Well all I am gonna go for now I hope you all have a great week and are feeling good, Love ya, Ali
Posted by Simus on July 11, 2004, at 21:39:42
In reply to RE:: Hey everyone trigger negative, posted by mystic on July 11, 2004, at 15:02:58
> My memory is terrible
I had the same problem with Lexapro. My memory improved greatly when I went off Lex. And no memories were permanently "lost" as I had feared.
> I think it is Lynda that is on welbutrin but she is away for the week so didnt know if anyone had any luck with that before...
I think Lynda went off Lex completely and starting Wellbutrin. That's what I did. I think Trucker is on Lex and Wellbutrin. We will have to ask her. She seems to be doing very well with her meds.
Mystic, we understand that you are "down" because of medicine problems. I think most of us have been there. You have given Lex a more-than-fair try. So maybe you should consider talking to your doctor about a med change.
How did therapy go Friday???
God bless,
Simus
Posted by Simus on July 11, 2004, at 21:45:25
In reply to Re: from low carber to another, posted by trucker on July 11, 2004, at 19:50:56
Trucker,
How did you feel on the South Beach Diet??? Were you hungry? I have been looking around at the various diets, but I haven't committed to just one yet...
Yeah, I hear polycystic ovaries make women gain weight easily and then losing weight really tough.
Best of luck - let us know how you are doing.
Simus
Posted by Simus on July 11, 2004, at 21:50:38
In reply to RE:: Hey everyone trigger negative, posted by susielalala on July 11, 2004, at 19:56:22
Ali,
Good to hear from you. I wish you were feeling better though. Thanks for your prayers. You are in ours too.
Simus
Posted by mystic on July 11, 2004, at 22:12:22
In reply to RE:: Hey everyone trigger negative » mystic, posted by Simus on July 11, 2004, at 21:39:42
Simus..as always thank you for your post...My appt on friday was ok it was pretty intense and probably set me off for the weekend but it will be good..we did the last appt with the getting information and getting ready to actually start the rapid eye movement therapy which we will start in 2 weeks ..i wish that we met every week as to get this going and helping but he is away next week so it is the friday after next...I'm anxious to get these feelings and sort through the memories to get better I hope...He suspects that it will be long road as he was surprised at the degree of mental abuse at the hands of my mother and uncle so he assured me that he thinks that this will work but to be aware that it will be tough and I shouldnt go to work after a session..which is best I have Fridays off and will do my appts then...
Simus are you on wellbutrin also??...I wasnt sure..if so how is it working for you...my problem is anxiety/depression and someone mentioned that it might not be great for anxiety might make it worse..if not what are you on at this time...Well I'm off going to bed..thank you so much simus I'm grateful to have you as a friend...How are you feeling??...better I hope!!!...your friend mystic
Posted by Simus on July 12, 2004, at 1:54:36
In reply to RE:: Simus, posted by mystic on July 11, 2004, at 22:12:22
> Simus are you on wellbutrin also??...I wasnt sure..if so how is it working for you...my problem is anxiety/depression and someone mentioned that it might not be great for anxiety might make it worse
Mystic,
I am so sorry that you have abuse in your background. I pray the therapy helps.
I am on 150mg Wellbutrin XL (and 1mg Xanax at bedtime as needed for sleep). I was up to 20-30mg Lexapro and it just wasn't working for me. So my doctor had me stop the Lex (didn't titrate down) and start the 150mg Wellbutrin on the same day. I was sooooo scared - afraid of Lex withdrawals, afraid of trying a new drug with a whole new set of side effects, wondering if the Wellbutrin was going to just lead down another blind alley... But really it went reasonably well. The worst "symptom", and basically the only one, was insomnia. I slept very little the first couple of nights. Thank God for Xanax and benedryl which got me through. I felt better on several levels almost immediately. The "zombie" feeling was immediately gone. It took a while for my memory to come back to (almost) normal though - maybe a couple of months. Now I feel almost "normal" again. There are occasional times I have to deal with some mild depression or anxiety, but it doesn't happen often.
I was worried about Wellbutrin and anxiety too. But after the first couple of days, I was OK. But I don't really remember feeling like I was going to have a panic attack. It was more like the feeling of one cup too much coffee. A word of caution is that it seems that Wellbutrin magnifies the effect of caffeine and alcohol, and it seems to take longer for them to leave the system. So I wouldn't advise coffee, Sudafed, diet pills or alcoholic beverages.
You might want to check with Lexy. I think she had a bad experience with Wellbutrin. But then we are all so different, and these drugs are all trial-and-error until we find something that helps.
God bless,
Simus
Posted by mystic on July 12, 2004, at 6:38:24
In reply to RE:: Simus » mystic, posted by Simus on July 12, 2004, at 1:54:36
Thank you soo much Simus for sharing that with me...My dr tends to have me go right off and try something right away at least that was the way with the lex he had me stop the paxil one night and start the lex the other morning it was weird but I have heard that paxil withdrawal is terrible but I was only on a very small amount for a couple of years at the end...Lexy also suggested seeing a psychiatrist..is that what you do or do you just see your primary??
I thank you Simus for all you do ..you are an angel without everyone on the posts I dont know what I would do...You are just a wonderful person and am grateful that I have met you and all the others...Have a great day...your friend Heidi
Posted by Simus on July 12, 2004, at 8:23:20
In reply to RE:: Simus, posted by mystic on July 12, 2004, at 6:38:24
> My dr tends to have me go right off and try something right away at least that was the way with the lex he had me stop the paxil one night and start the lex the other morning it was weird but I have heard that paxil withdrawal is terrible but I was only on a very small amount for a couple of years at the end...
Going from one SSRI to another, like Paxil to Lexapro, isn't too bad. It isn't like stopping SSRIs altogether, so you wouldn't be as likely to get withdrawal symptoms. Wellbutrin, however, isn't in the SSRI class of drugs, which is why I was concerned about SSRI withdrawal.
> Lexy also suggested seeing a psychiatrist..is that what you do or do you just see your primary??
Yes, my doctor referred me to a psychiatrist when I became suicidal from bad side effects from the drugs. I would think your condition is certainly severe enough to consider a psychiatrist. No matter how good your family doctor is, he can't compete with someone who deals with psychiatric problems 100% of the time. Something to consider...
I am so looking forward to brighter days for you, Heidi. May they come soon.
Your friend,
Simus
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