The MakeMeThinner Support Forum

by **jenn161012** » September 4th, 2005, 3:34 pm

My name is Jennifer and I live in St. Petersburg, FL. I wanted to introduce myself because I am sure that all of you will see me around the board. I am happy to share my successes with all of you and seek encouragment if I falter from the plan. I started dieting at 235 but went down to 228 before starting MF (btw, I am 5'7''). My goal is 140, so I will be here for awhile!

Before starting medifast I researched many different diets and believe that Medifast is the most nutritous of all the meal replacement plans available. I was shocked yesterday when I tasted my first shake (vanilla) because it was so good. I took the advice I saw on one of the topics and purchased a magic bullet because I didn't have a regular blender. I love the froth on the top of the shake!

I purchased my 28 day supply directly from medifast. After placing that order, I did register with Nancy as my health advisor. How do I find coupons? I did a bit of exploring and found the preferred customer plan but at checkout is the discount taken automatically?

Thanks!

mytime · by **mytime** » September 4th, 2005, 8:43 pm

Jennifer - WELCOME !!! Don't know word one about any coupons - sorry. Would like to know so if you find anything out tell me. What I do know is that MF works better than anything I have ever tried and like many others I have tried them all. Glad to have you aboard and looking forward to your posts. The first three days are the hardest then it is just a matter of one shake at a time. YOU CAN DO THIS !!!! Mytime

by **Guest** » September 4th, 2005, 10:04 pm

Thank you for the warm welcome mytime!

I am so happy to be here, and for the first time in years I feel as though my ideal weight is in reach. I keep visualizing myself thin and remembering what it was like to be able to do a sit-up without a big roll of fat getting in the way.

Now that my second day is over, I admit that it was harder than the first. I've had a headache all day and night. Also, I ate a few more ounces of chicken breast than I am supposed to... but other than that, I haven't cheated.

I do have a question as to the ounces of lean protein that we need to eat. Is the weight as stated in the quick start program the raw or cooked weight? I know this may sound ultra technical but meat loses about 1/4 of its weight after it is cooked so that can make a big difference.

doglover · by **doglover** » September 5th, 2005, 7:54 am

Hey Jenn - just wanted to add my welcome too. Sorry, the forum is a bit sparse of people this weekend w/ the holiday and all. I don't know about coupons either - sorry.

I also don't know about the cooked/raw question as I do the full fast. I'm just not much help am I???

Welcome aboard, someone w/ more knowledge than me will be along shortly!
Donna

shortgirl · by **shortgirl** » September 5th, 2005, 12:10 pm

I believe you weigh your meat after you cook it. Judy from Iowa. There is something about that from Nancy in another area of the forum.

mama of 2 · by **mama of 2** » September 5th, 2005, 3:51 pm

Hi Jenn
I just started Tuesday.
Don't know any of your questions either. I do five packets a day no food.
and drink at least 64 ozs of water. Are you drinking all of your water? I think I read it some where on here. That if you don't drink enough water you can get dehydrated.
Stick with it. (I have already lost 8 Lbs.)
Hope to here a lot more from you.

Jan · by **Jan** » September 5th, 2005, 7:00 pm

Hi Jenn,
You are right, Medifast is the best!! You'll lose weight quickly and safely. Now to your questions-The coupon is for first time orders. You weigh your meat after it is cooked. You are correct meat does lose weight when cooked -- more or less depending upon your choice. I'll enjoy watching your weight come down and welcome to the forum!! It is a great group of supportive people who are more than happy to help one another. I think people do best on program when they join the forum. I'll be watching :for you

jan

sprgrammy · by **sprgrammy** » September 5th, 2005, 7:53 pm

Welcome Jennifer, So happy to have you on board. You really are going to love this place. You will find all you need here. Blessings, Carol

estrellita · by **estrellita** » September 6th, 2005, 8:43 am

HI Jenn, great to meet you! today is my 2nd day as well.

It's nice to find someone starting the same time as me.

Nancy · by **Nancy** » September 6th, 2005, 9:04 am

Jennifer ~

We are happy to know that you are on your way to your weight loss goal and busy reading the Forum and your Quick Start Booklet. In no time at all, you will have the Lean and Green requirements down and it will be easier to prepare and plan your meals.

Yes, meat does shrink up when cooked and all meat portions are cooked weight.

In order to get a coupon and the discount it affords, it must be applied at the time the first order is placed, not retroactively - it is best to always talk to a Health Advisor FIRST before you place an order. Since you are not a registered user yet and appear as a Guest, I am unable to contact you...you may send me a PM, if you'd like.

I'm a loser · by **I'm a loser** » September 6th, 2005, 10:36 pm

Welcome Jenifer,
The first three days are the hardest-I spent mine in bed! But you begin to feel like a new person after that. I have been on the plan since July 12 and have lost 32 pounds so far! It has been really easy to follow. I mostly have 5 supplements and nothing else- once a week, I add a lean & green(usually fish). I am currently at 229 and need to get to 199 quickly for medical reasons. I do plan on staying on the plan beyond the 199 mark, so it looks like we will be on the plan for about the same time. I think the key is the variety of foods and the chocolate pudding and hot cocoa(my favorites!) and this board...I come here often when I feel alone or like I'm going to slip and the support here is great! So, welcome & let the losing begin....
Have a great day!
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