BlackBlackCat's Journey to the "Lite"

BlackBlackCat

BlackBlackCat

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Okay, here I go. :p

My starting weight is 160.6 lbs (5'7"), and my goal weight is 125 lbs (which you can pretty much see from my signature, heh).

Recently, I started on this appetite suppressant as prescribed by the doctor, Phentermine. Before I get hurled by rotten eggs, I shall clarify why I attempted medication instead of the traditional slow-but-healthy method. :p

I have an inferiority-complex, and I kept feeling depressed. And when I get depressed, I binge on junk food. I have tried to stop myself and start losing weight many, many times, but my depression and mood swings got worse. So I continued munching on potato chips for comfort.

As a last resort, we chose meditation. People I know, including my boyfriend and parents, didn't object as they thought that it would be better for me, since my inferiority complex may turn for the better if I look better. I am very aware of the detrimental effects of slimming medication, but I will stop after 3 months, then proceed on to a normal diet and fitness programme after that.

Back to the initial topic of me consulting a doctor for medication, the doc recommended me a strict diet plan. Basically, I have to eat little for breakfast, turn extremely carnivorous for lunch, and eat fish for dinner. Vegetables and fruits can come any way in between. Plus, absolutely no rice/noodles/bread.

Because of the appetite suppressant, I don't really feel hungry so I'm pretty okay with the diet plan. The only problem is, I have little variety of stuff to eat, and it drives me crazy. I don't like veggies, I'm sick of drinking nothing but water, and I can't even eat the stuff that I bake. Probably also due to the side effects of the appetite suppressant, I'm somewhat feeling a little depressed, and a little sorry for myself. :eek:

I'm determined to continue this diet (I have lost like, 2 lbs over the past 3 days) because I had given up too many times. I want to like myself more, that's about it. Also, I want to wear a mermaid-cut gown in the not-so-far future, so I'll have to give it my best shot. :p

That determination seems to be wavering... I just came back from yoga class (and walked for 2 hours), and my whole body's aching like crazy. LOL. And I have work tomorrow! *groans*

I need motivation! :(
 
hey black cat... I was on the Phentermine for awhile and it really helped. I had no bad effects from it other than it drove my blood pressure through the roof. I was already at a borderline stage so it raised it just enough to where it was dangerous. Just take it like you are supposed too, no extras.........
 
Hey Black Cat,
We have something in common. LOL As you can see I started right around your starting weight. I havent lost much but it really feels good to lose any amount of weight. You can do this and the people here are really helpful.
Mermaid cut dress here you come!!
Congrats on the weight you have already lost. Good Luck!
 
You know what, we all have to start somewhere.
I'm sure the medication will help you, but you're also going to have to adjust the 'diet' b/c as you said.. after those 3months are over... are you going to just go right back to what you were doing before and probably gain all the weight back? Or are you going to continue a healthier lifestyle?

As for the water situation.. have you tried those On the Go flavor packet things for water? They might help.
As for the no breads, rice, etc thing though... well.. I'm not a big fan of that. I've done Atkins before and was miserable doing it. Lowering carbs maybe but I dunno.. eliminating them completely just seems silly to me. Maybe you could talk to your doc about including whole grains?

Anywho....It sounds like you're determined and just need the extra support to keep you on track :) This place is great for that and I hope everyone here will help you through your tough times.
 
Hi hillybilly! :) My blood pressure is on the slightly low side initially, so no problems with that. No extras!

jeepgirl, thank you! ;) I already felt slightly better about myself after losing 1 pound, actually. Keeps me optimistic, which is a good thing! I have giant hips (as in, a rather large bone structure), so I still don't know whether I can carry off the mermaid gown... but at least I can look good in gowns, generally. :p

Kaitie, thank you! :)

Amunet, I'm not really a big fan of rice and such, just bread. :) I'm going to increase what I eat after I lose 10 lbs (allow myself to eat wholegrain bread for breakfast at least)... just increase gradually, and try to increase exercising more to accomodate having more carbo. I am going to continue a healthier lifestyle too after I lose weight (by eating alternatives instead of cutting down), because I'm not exactly in the best of health. :p

Thank you! I hope this place can help too. :D
 
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