B-12 update and question on Acai Berry...
Hi Guys,
Thanks for all the B-12 suggestions, and yes, my Dr. ordered B-12 shots every day for a week, then once a week for a month, then redo labs to see where we are. Hopefully then I can just do a sublingual. It's been a week today, and I do believe I am feeling a little better. For those of you that missed my first post, my B-12 number was 116 and I understand it is supposed to be between 180 and 1100, I believe. Anyhoo...getting that on track, thank goodness!
Also, came acrossed an ad about "Natures Acai Berry suppliments (pronounced "ah-sigh-ee") and just wondering if anybody out there has used it? It's the suppliment Dr. Oz and Oprah have been talking alot about. It's supposed to be the most potent in antioxidants, and helps us lose weight, increase energy, and break up and remove harmful toxins. It's natural, so I was thinking it wouldn't be harmful, but just wondering if there are any side effects for us bariatric folks, ie: diareah, etc. There's so much stuff out there these days...hate to waste my money, but I can get a starter bottle for shipping cost of only ($4.99) just to give it a try. As some of you may know, I'm an "oldtimer" with some weight regain that I am fighting to get off. About ready to try anything!
Thanks everyone!
Hugs, Theresa
Thanks for all the B-12 suggestions, and yes, my Dr. ordered B-12 shots every day for a week, then once a week for a month, then redo labs to see where we are. Hopefully then I can just do a sublingual. It's been a week today, and I do believe I am feeling a little better. For those of you that missed my first post, my B-12 number was 116 and I understand it is supposed to be between 180 and 1100, I believe. Anyhoo...getting that on track, thank goodness!
Also, came acrossed an ad about "Natures Acai Berry suppliments (pronounced "ah-sigh-ee") and just wondering if anybody out there has used it? It's the suppliment Dr. Oz and Oprah have been talking alot about. It's supposed to be the most potent in antioxidants, and helps us lose weight, increase energy, and break up and remove harmful toxins. It's natural, so I was thinking it wouldn't be harmful, but just wondering if there are any side effects for us bariatric folks, ie: diareah, etc. There's so much stuff out there these days...hate to waste my money, but I can get a starter bottle for shipping cost of only ($4.99) just to give it a try. As some of you may know, I'm an "oldtimer" with some weight regain that I am fighting to get off. About ready to try anything!
Thanks everyone!
Hugs, Theresa
I wish you luck with the B12...The sub lingual didn't work for me. I do a b12 injection once a month at home. I just had labs done...will go on Thurs for results. I too have regained about 60 pounds from a 120 pound loss..thats kinda ok with me as I was too skinny at 118. I looked too old I think..Once you reach a certain age maybe it is ok to carry a little extra junk in the trunk...hahaha....I would like to drop 20 maybe 25 pounds...just for posterity...I will watch for responses on the ACAI berry...By the way I am out 6 1/2 years.
Kajun
Hi Kajun!
Nice to meet you! Another "oldie" :-) Yeah, I'm hoping the sublingual will work, otherwise I may just get a shot once a month as well. Whatever works best. No responses yet on the Acai Berry, but we'll see. You never know with all the hype if it truly is good. I'd trust someones opinion on here if they tried it. My weight regain has been about the same as yours, but had only gotten down to about a size 10/12...now I'm back up and do NOT like it. So, trying to get back on track. Congrats on your weigh loss though!! And if you feel better a little heavier, I say GREAT!! Whatever feels best. Best of luck to you! Theresa
Nice to meet you! Another "oldie" :-) Yeah, I'm hoping the sublingual will work, otherwise I may just get a shot once a month as well. Whatever works best. No responses yet on the Acai Berry, but we'll see. You never know with all the hype if it truly is good. I'd trust someones opinion on here if they tried it. My weight regain has been about the same as yours, but had only gotten down to about a size 10/12...now I'm back up and do NOT like it. So, trying to get back on track. Congrats on your weigh loss though!! And if you feel better a little heavier, I say GREAT!! Whatever feels best. Best of luck to you! Theresa
SISTA!!!!
So glad to see your smiling face reply!! As I posted above, no answers yet on the Acai Berry but it's still early. I'm about ready to try anything!! A big HELLO to you too! How are you doing? Staying busy at work, I bet! Keep in touch my friend....I've been "disconnected" for here for a while, but would like to get more involved again. It was my lifeline for sooooo long. Maybe THAT'S my problem!
Miss you! Hugs, Theresa
I miss you too, it's so nice to see you on here. I do hope to see you on here more often. I'm curious about that Acai Berry too, I was hoping there would be a response about it. I'll try anything as well....lol. Getting ready for another seminar tonight - work, work, work. At least it's here at the hospital, so it won't be a real late night. I'm getting too old for late nights - lol. I need my beauty rest. Well if you do find anything out on it - please share! Take care - Carey 
Hi Theresa, here is a warning from the better business bureau regarding the $4.99 offer. I am attaching the link. As you know, there is no easy solution to weight loss. You are an incredible fighter, keep up the fight, and you will win
http://www.walletpop.com/blog/2009/01/08/bbb-warms-of-acai-b erry-weight-loss-scam/
http://www.walletpop.com/blog/2009/01/08/bbb-warms-of-acai-b erry-weight-loss-scam/
Hey Theresa,
I buy a frozen acai berry puree at Whole Foods for my son. I got it for the supposed immunity boost. It seems to work, as he has not had as many cold and sinus problems this winter. He can't talk, so I can't tell about the energy part.
I would look at Rite Aid/GNC or Vitamin Shoppe for supplements......someplace that has a return policy. If you check the ingredients you should be able to find something without sugar.
IMO you just have to try these different supplements. They work for some people and don't for others.
I buy a frozen acai berry puree at Whole Foods for my son. I got it for the supposed immunity boost. It seems to work, as he has not had as many cold and sinus problems this winter. He can't talk, so I can't tell about the energy part.
I would look at Rite Aid/GNC or Vitamin Shoppe for supplements......someplace that has a return policy. If you check the ingredients you should be able to find something without sugar.
IMO you just have to try these different supplements. They work for some people and don't for others.
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