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Postby monkeegirl » October 3rd, 2006, 10:04 am

Hello everyone. I am Julie, and I am new to the board, and new to Medifast as of Sunday. So far, I am doing great, and actually very shocked that the foods are so good. I never thought I would be able to follow a plan with shakes and bars. I am finding that way of thinking was wrong.

A very nice customer of mine told me about the Medifast program during a conversation about dieting woes. I have slowly gained about 60 lbs over the past 10 years from pregnancies and health issues. I was telling my customer that I was having a hysterectomy on 9/27/06, and planned to start WW again when I return home. She told me WW never worked for her and she finally found a plan that she is losing weight quickly and her doctor approved---Medifast. I had heard of it, but honestly never considered it as an option. I thought it was unhealthy to consume only premade foods. LOL. After hearing my customer's raves, she has lost over 70 lbs in a very short time--I did some research on the program. On my pre-op appointment with my Dr, he also thought the program would be great for me. So I ordered my foods and they came while I was in the hospital. I just came home on Sunday, and yes, I am feeling pretty terrible from the surgery, but I am following the plan with no issues whatsoever. I am really enjoying the shakes (awesome mixing recipes on this site!) and the bars are very delicious. I am excited to have a goal that I can honestly see myself reaching. It is difficult for me to be on bedrest for so long, but I feel it is a time for me to reflect and really try and change some of my behaviors. I normally am working 24/7 and have three home based businesses that keep me swamped. Now due to my health and recovery from surgery, I am forced to take it easy. So that is what I am doing!

Glad I found this board, this is going to make the program that much easier to follow with all the support!

Thanks again,
Julie
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Postby bdg » October 3rd, 2006, 10:08 am

Keep your chin held high, and your thoughts where they seem to be now. You will do great with the attitude you have. I have lost over 120 lbs now and am working toward my goal. Most others here have been very successful in quite a short period of time. Much less than what it took us to gain the weight anyhow.

Good luck and keep on shaking!
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Postby JKSRN » October 3rd, 2006, 10:13 am

WELCOME, Julie, it is a wonderful and easy program and you will do great, just stay as committed as you are now. Also, feel better real soon! :D
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Postby DogMa » October 3rd, 2006, 10:20 am

Welcome, Julie. Hope to hear more from you as you progress.
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Postby monkeegirl » October 3rd, 2006, 10:21 am

Thanks so much!
Right before I found out I had to have my hysterectomy, I was following Jenny Craig. I did great for the first month, then I just stopped losing......I even joined Curves.....nothing....It was really frustrating, and I felt so shakey. My doctor told me the JC program was too high in carbs for me, and I needed a higher protein diet. So I just kinda quit for a while until I heard about this program. The fact that it is a protein diet is just perfect for me and my blood sugar issues. I can't believe that I am not feeling shakey from it----even on pain meds, lol. Usually my first week on a diet I am really shakey, but I am feeling pretty good.
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Postby Guest » October 3rd, 2006, 10:26 am

Welcome Julie! :wave: Nice to have you join us on our weight loss journies. We are all here for one another! Wishing you much success!
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Postby kmr » October 3rd, 2006, 10:28 am

Above post from "guest" is from me. Forgot to sign in! :D
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Postby alohacate » October 3rd, 2006, 10:32 am

Aloha & welcome - you are on your "weigh" to success!!
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Postby hulagirlfromhawaii » October 3rd, 2006, 11:04 am

Hey Julie! Welcome to the forum!! Have a speedy recovery!! I look forward to your posts and seeing your MF results!
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Postby monkeegirl » October 3rd, 2006, 1:13 pm

Thank you everyone, I appreciate the warm welcome, I have been reading the posts most the day, and feel like I know all of you :)
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Postby Amber » October 3rd, 2006, 1:20 pm

Hi Julie & Welcome,
Always nice to have a new loser on the board.
Hang tight and stay positive!
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Postby Elidh » October 3rd, 2006, 2:21 pm

Hi Julie - WELCOME!!!

I have done Jenny Craig, WW, Nutri-system, LA Weight Loss, Atkins (and maybe other programs I can't think of). This is the fastest, easiest one I've been on!

Good luck - you have a great attitude and are off to a terrific start!
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Postby PJinCali » October 3rd, 2006, 3:58 pm

WELCOME JULIE! :wave:

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Re: New to board!

Postby Sojourner » October 3rd, 2006, 7:10 pm

monkeegirl wrote:Glad I found this board, this is going to make the program that much easier to follow with all the support!

Ya' got that right!!
Truly. I attribute a great deal of my success on this program to this forum. The folks here are really wonderful--and so very inspirational! Just take a look in the Studio whenever you need an instant lift!

I have been reading the posts most the day, and feel like I know all of you.

I lurked on this board for a good two weeks before I actually joined and really felt the same way. My first post was almost stalkerish, I knew so much about everyone!!

Anyway, a great big welcome to you monkeegirl (that's cute!), and here's to our success!!

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Shake it gone, babeee!!!
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Postby Elke » October 3rd, 2006, 8:09 pm

Sojourner is right...she was "Stalkerish" :)
Welcome to the family Julie, I look forward to watching you loose your weight and gain self esteme.
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