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SandyB · by **SandyB** » April 27th, 2006, 10:33 am

To: formommy; dede4wd; shana; sheila; nostoppingme; lovenelvis; mamabear; arklahoma; falisamarie; pashta; taszil17,

Thanks to all of you for making me feel so welcome on these boards!!! I am tracking my MF food and it should be delievered on Monday so it looks like Tuesday, 5/2/06, will be the 1st day of a new and improved me. Can you all post a few positive things you've experienced in addition to weight loss as a result of being on MF? I would like to look at these as inspirations for me as I start this journey.

You all Rock!!

aphrael · by **aphrael** » April 27th, 2006, 10:41 am

Welcome Sandy

Medifast has lots of benifits aside from the amazing weightloss. Most people have so much more energy! That was a big thing for me. Not being hungry every minitue of the day, not having as many cravings, and learning how to eat healthy.

Learning how to handle stress with non-food ways, lots more free time since making your Medifast meals is so quick and easy you have more time on your hands for other things. I know I used to eat out every night. Dinner litterally would take 2 - 3 hours, I would get home and be so teried from stuffing myself I would fall sleep. Not with Medifast. You might find you will even enjoy exercising some since you will have less weight to lug around.

Oh yea, my added bonus, I got pregnant without fertility treatments! Yea Medifast

bamamomof5 · by **bamamomof5** » April 27th, 2006, 10:46 am

here's to leaving the lights on! wink wink! I must say there is a new found sense of self worth here... my DH never never said a word about my weight, and was very happy with me no matter what, but feeling better about myself definatly is starting to show positive results once my 5 little ones are off in dreamland!

Shana · by **Shana** » April 27th, 2006, 11:18 am

Other than my fat clothes no longer fitting like sausage casing, Medifast is forcing me to deal with stress, emotions, etc., in a way that doesn't include food.
I gained 30lbs quitting smoking (one of my original coping mechanisms - 17wks today), and now I've quit my foodie ways - Medifast makes it "easy" because I don't have to think about what I'm going to eat or when - it's all planned out, there is no guessing, and there is nothing off plan in my house.
So, in a way Medifast is like a really good, really cheap therapist (24/7 support for only 275ish a month!) who is forcing me to DEAL with stuff instead of deadening the feelings with copious amounts of food. Heck, between the weight loss & improved coping skills, I'm going to be perfect at the end of this journey! Okay, maybe perfect is an overstatment, but I'm going to be a physically AND emotionally healthier version of me, which is, in my not so humble opinion, pretty darn perfect

falisamarie · by **falisamarie** » April 27th, 2006, 11:34 am

I think the absolute best thing is that I feel like a totally different woman now! I battled severe depression for years and I can say it is so much better now. I love the new me!

Lisa

Taszi17 · by **Taszi17** » April 27th, 2006, 12:40 pm

I can tell you that doing MF has given me a new appreciation for food. I mean I really think that after I am finished that maybe a turkey burger will taste like the most wonderful thing in the world to me. I have been much happier with myself lately and feel for once a sense that I can do this ya know that I am not going to fail on this. I know my hubbie is happy with my weight loss and constantly tells me how good I look. The other great perk is that when I am done I know that I won't hear "You have such a beautiful face" anymore. That is always nice to hear but I know that they may say you are beautiful when they see me ya know. And of course if you are a fashion hog like me SHOPPING!!!! I took 6 bags of clothes to the goodwill this past weekend. I mean anything above a 12 for Winter is gone and anything above a 16 for summer is gone. I am fitting into the 16 and loving life. I love clothes but being big it is really hard if you are an 18 or up to shop anywhere. I can't wait for the day when I don't have to sift to the very back of the rack to find my size ya know. We are here for you girl and you will do awesome you have the right mind frame

Pashta · by **Pashta** » April 27th, 2006, 1:00 pm

I love the energy you get after your adjustment period (about 3 days). LOVE it! I feel so much better...

sheila · by **sheila** » April 27th, 2006, 1:03 pm

You are more than welcome sweetie. We are all going through the same thing here, and we will always be here to give you moral support. And sometimes the best advice we know to give. But that is why the Health Advisors are so awesome, cuz anything that we cant help ya with, we know they can. You take care, and I look forward to getting to know you.

dede4wd · by **dede4wd** » April 27th, 2006, 7:06 pm

Hi Sandy!

I'm SO excited for you to start!

Let's see, some positive things...where should I start!

I think the biggest one is the leveling out of my moods. I had such high and low sugar crashes that people didn't know if I was going to hug them or slug them! My moods have completely leveled out. I've gotten rid of my addiction to Diet Coke (and an apparent allergy to aspertame, because my skin is now WAY BETTER)

I no longer hide from going out because I was turning into a hermit. I didn't feel good about myself and didn't want to be the fattest girl there...wherever there was. I now feel plain-old comfortable in my skin and am much more social and outgoing.

I have more, but I'm going to leave it there!

DeDe

Nicole81 · by **Nicole81** » April 27th, 2006, 7:24 pm

Welcome Sandy!!! I know I can post a few positive things about medifast. I LOVE IT!!! I love the energy it has given me...I no longer feel sluggish and tired and feel as though I need a nap mid morning, I feel like I can accomplish more...you can really tell the difference not having to lug the extra weight around, I feel better about myself, I am loving the compliments I have gotten from people who haven't seen me in a while, I love having to buy new clothes...and not because I need a bigger size. I am learning to love myself which is a hard thing for me to do. Most of the foods taste great...way better than slimfast or atkins supplements and I am never hungry! That is a BIG plus for me since when I am hungry I tend to crave things and cheat! Once you try medifast you will be hooked and see all the great results for yourself!
:cheermed:

mamabear · by **mamabear** » April 27th, 2006, 9:15 pm

Hi Sandy!! :wave:

One thing that really surprised me was how much energy I have now! I feel great all the time and that helps me feel good about me. I am happier now because I now have the confidence I need to succeed-and I know that I will do that with MF.

Also having this board is a huge boost! I love reading all the encouraging posts and seeing everyone's success. it really shows that it is possible! :mrgreen:

Arklahoma · by **Arklahoma** » April 28th, 2006, 6:07 am

For me, it's also the increased energy. I just plain feel better! You'll be so glad that you're doing this!

deszignerchick · by **deszignerchick** » April 28th, 2006, 6:37 am

Welcome Sandy!
I've only have lost 19.5lbs so far but I can tell I HUGE difference! I don't have the back pain like I did a few weeks ago.My muscles don't ache and I feel a lot better overall.
This isn't only helping me lose weight, but its helping me regain my life!

Gayle

Elke · by **Elke** » April 28th, 2006, 7:47 am

I love this thread...very positive. I can't wait to get started

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