Question:
will it help to drop off pounds quicker?

i have been taking trimspa for the past week and i was wondering if i also drank slimfast,ate lean cuisines,drank plenty of water and exercised daily if that would help speed up the process to weight loss?    — krista Q. (posted on November 1, 2005)

November 1, 2005
I was told to stay away from Slimfast because it has to much sugar in it.
   — voncami

November 1, 2005
Hi, each person's body is different. I can't tell you how your body is going to respond. I really think you need to eat healthy, do good exercise, and your body will fare well. Your surgery is already eliminating alot of the calories so don't put yourself in a malnurished mode.
   — shoutjoy

November 1, 2005
Krista, No theres nothing wrong with what your wanting to do as long as you get all of your protein in. And slim fast is a great way to get protein in, but get the Net2 carb kind with NO sugar. Walmart carries them. They are a great source of protien I think on can is like 12 to 16 grams. It's been awhile but right around there. In fact I used to use the sugar free slim fast as a protien drink when I was first out. Was a big help for me. There is no harm in what your eating as long as you stay away from the high Fats and sugars and get your proetien in you will be fine. Sounds like a great plan. Your WLS sister Jo Michalko
   — Jo_Michalko

November 1, 2005
I understand you wanting to get the weight off quick, but now it the time to set good eating habits. Once the weight is off, good eating habits will keep it off. You need to make sure you keep your daily protein level up to at least 60 grams a day and at least 64 ounces of water a day. A good source of protein comes from protein drinks, make sure it is soy protein. I use Isopure from GNC. One 20 ounce drink has 40 grams of protein. But don't forget to count the calories!! Protein drinks are not free. Some of your water can come from sugar free non-carbonated drinks. For each meal keep your fat grams under 10 and carb grams under 15 and you will do fine in your weight loss. I am 4 months out and have lost 85 pounds. Remember, exercise is a very important part of our journey. Good luck!
   — Patricia C.

November 1, 2005
Is this a joke? Your profile states that your BMI is 28 and that you're learning about surgery.
   — mom2jtx3