Question:
Has anyone tried CortiSlim?
I've been researching CortiSlim and took the evaluation for it. But I wonder about the effects of gastric bypass people and if there's anything about it that might do some harm to my pouch. Anyone know anything about it? I've been under a lot of stress and reach for sweets. I posted something on that last weekend. What do ya think? -- Pam Nicholson — pjnick (posted on November 6, 2004)
November 6, 2004
I have not tried CortiSlim, but I have tried Relacore,my understanding is
they are basically the same thing. I was very depressed and stressed out
and it was like a miracle. The first time I took it I felt noticably better
in about 3 hours. I dont know if it helps at all with weight loss, but I
take it for the other benefits. I havn't missed a day since day 1.
— Shirley A.
November 7, 2004
I was in Vitamin World yesterday and was just talking to the sales clerk
about CortiSlim. I never took pills of any sort for weight loss attempts,
and asked him what he had heard about it. He told me he didn't really know
how successful it was, but that it did have caffiene in it. That alone is
enough for me not to take it. Along with being a diurretic, caffiene gives
me heart palpitations.
— Fixnmyself
November 7, 2004
IMHO- you need to speak with your surgeon about taking this pill. You have
an altered physiology, which requires special care for the rest of your
life. You must get a Dr's OK before you put something in your pouch that
could damage it. Also, JMHO- taking a pill isn't going to change your
stress level and the cact that youe emotions cause you to reach for
sweets...it's most likely a psychological symptom of a problem that you
have lingering. The best advice here is to get some professional help from
a nutritionist and a counselor of some sort to address your eating patterns
and self destructive behavior. Good luck to you .
— LMCLILLY
November 7, 2004
Why are you thinking about taking this pill? You have a new tool (your
stomach). If you are having emotional eating problems I would not turn to
a pill, but to someone who deals with emotional issues. It is very
important that you find out what is happening in your head. A pill will
not correct this. It only hinds it and then you are starting that old cycle
of dieting trick that didn't work in the past. Good luck!
— Linda R.
November 8, 2004
Surgery is not the 100% cure and just because you have surgery doesn't mean
that you'll stop craving those "bad" foods. The way I get back on
track is go 100% on Atkin's for 2 wks. I am a carb addict and once I have 2
days of strict Atkin's I have NO cravings.If you read the book you'll have
less guilt about why you can't stop eating this stuff once started. I have
maintained my weight loss (I'm 4.5 years out) by doing this if I go up 5-8
pounds. This is MY opinion and what works for ME. I'm only telling you this
as an option, to perhaps help you. not promoting Atkin's BEST OF LUCK!
— ZZ S.
November 11, 2004
I'm the original poster here and I talked with my surgeon and my regular
doctor. They both said it was okay to take CortiSlim. I started on Monday
and since then, I've done really good. I had a worse than usual day Tuesday
at work and didn't reach for any sweets at all! In fact, I've been eating
more protein which has always been a struggle for me anyway. I do believe
they're helping and although I don't know how long I'll take them, if they
can help me get over this stressful time and carb craving, then it's worth
a try. I've lost two pounds since Monday and if nothing else, it's been a
good kickstart to help me get back on track. Thanks for all your responses!
Pam
— pjnick
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