Side Effects!

[froglady]

Has anyone else had unexpected side effects from their diet and exercise changes? Aside from the obvious weight loss and change in blood pressure, glucose levels, and dress sizes, I've also noticed an improvement in my hair, nails, and complexion. I've even lost that "gotta go, gotta go, gotta go right now" feeling I was starting to get. (I would assume it's because of the improved abdominal muscle tone, and cutting down on caffeine, etc)

I also discovered that my increased stamina allows me to accomplish more in less time, so even though I'm spending about 1& 1/2 hours a day exercising, I have more than enough time left to get everything done.

My first post weight loss dental checkup is due in a couple of weeks; I'll be interested to see if it's helped there, also.

 

[tlgoblue]

My first post weight loss dental checkup is due in a couple of weeks; I'll be interested to see if it's helped there, also.

Keep the Faith!
Tracy

 

[elisebutt]

Yup - Not a good one tho - as my face is slimming down and deplumping - the wrinkles(sorry, laughter lines) are starting to show - ick!
At least my zits have gone tho!!

 

[froglady]

Originally posted by elisebutt
Yup - Not a good one tho - as my face is slimming down and deplumping - the wrinkles(sorry, laughter lines) are starting to show - ick!
At least my zits have gone tho!!

I wasn't going to mention that! I guess it's a trade off. Botox, anyone?

 

[Harley Chick]

The side effect I hate the most is that I'm always cold now. I can't stand it. I feel like I need to wear mittens and a hat all the time! That extra layer (or three) of fat insulation used to really keep me warm.

 

[susan514]

I'm always cold as well. Glad to know threason now.

 

[nativetxn]

Are you on Atkins, Froglady?

I have more energy, no more gotta go now, probably lots more laugh lines showing, but I feel great, I really do. Just think how I will feel when I reach Atkins maintenance

Katholyn

 

[froglady]

Originally posted by nativetxn
Are you on Atkins, Froglady?

I have more energy, no more gotta go now, probably lots more laugh lines showing, but I feel great, I really do. Just think how I will feel when I reach Atkins maintenance

Katholyn

I'm on WW, but am trying to keep my carbs to a maximum of one serving per day. I can't imagine living my life without a baked potato or sandwich now and then.

We'll also be saving on A/C this year. Last year, the combination of my "insulation" and hot flashes cost us a fortune, plus my poor family had to walk around the house wrapped up in quilts in the middle of July.