Lose weight the fun way.

Posted on July 31, 2016

UPDATE FOR MY DIETBETTER FAMILY WHO AREN'T IN MY CHALLENGES!!!

Today is the 3rd day taking Prednisone for a spider bite that occurred on Thursday, and BOY OH BOY: It's DEFINITELY working: in more ways than one!!! The swelling has gone down & my arm isn't as tight as it was, but it's still itchy. I also got the shock of my life when I got on the scale this morning: I weigh 248 FREAKIN' POUNDS!!! WTH??? I weighed 236.8 pounds before I started taking this DARN DRUG, & in 3 days, I've gained almost 12 pounds!!! THIS IS SOME BULL BLEEP!!! LOL!!! That's what taking 50 mg of Prednisone did to me already!!! This drug is helping me in one way, but doing some damage in another!!!

Every single time I have to take it, I gain weight at a rapid pace!!! It doesn't matter what I do. And the thing is: I haven't had any cravings!!! I've been eating sensibly & drinking plenty of coffee, white tea, green tea, hot lemon water, & water. I think drinking coffee has helped suppress my appetite, but it hasn't slowed down the weight gain. Hopefully, I'll be able to lose the weight I gain just as quickly. As a matter of fact, I'm gonna drink some Dandelion root tea. That's good for bloating!!! LOL!!!

I just have a few more days to take it & the antibiotics, & then I'll be DONE!!! I pray that I can make it through the next few days because with this rapid weight gain, my back is KILLING ME!!! LOL!!!

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Rene

08/14/2016 1:54PM

Soooooo sorry for this set back! I was cheering you on when I got to read your other posts. Miss your sweet messages. I'm planning on getting back on track in September. Hopefully we can find another Transformer! I have my youngest daughter's wedding on New Years' Eve so I better lose 20 more pounds!!

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adrienne121

Hi My Friend!!! I'M BACK!!! LOL!!! Thanks for all of your love & support!!! I really appreciate it!!! :-) I miss you & your wonderful messages too!!! Can't wait to join a Transformer with you again. Whenever you decide which one, just let me know. I know you'll reach your goal by your daughter's wedding. YOU GOT THIS!!! Please tell your daughter that I send my "CONGRATULATIONS"!!! Have you been enjoying your summer??? I'm sure you have!!! SENDING HUGS & LOVE!!! :-)

Rayn E

08/14/2016 12:08AM

Oh, do I know where you are coming from! Sucks! I had chronic respiratory problems and they put me on that for about 3 months! I turn into a giant basketball. Had never been firmer nor had such muscles, but I'd rather not have gained all the weight! Good for you for keeping with it. I look forward to joining you again soon, Adrienne! Do you have a game coming up in September?

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adrienne121

Hi Stranger!!! How have you been??? Wow!!! A blast from the past!!! LOL!!! It has been a long time since I've done a Kickstarter. After I got sick & had to take Prednisone last year, I haven't done any. Not sure when I'll do another one. Right now, I'm in a Transformer that ends in January, but that's it. I'm gonna join another Transformer next month too; just waiting to see which one Rene is gonna join. She's another amazing player to participate in a challenge with. :-) Girl, talking about that DARN PREDNISONE, it helps in one way but does damage in another. and isn't that something??? It would be nice if we got some muscles or definition from taking it, but NAH: WE JUST BLOW UP!!! LOL!!! Unfortunately, those are the side effects we have to deal with it. The good thing is we know how to lose the weight once we're off of it. YAY US!!! :-) I honestly don't know when I'm gonna organize a Kickstarter again, but when I do, I'll let you know..... Hmmmm...... Maybe I should start one. I'll let you know. Take care mamacita!!! Glad you're feeling better!!! SENDING HUGS & LOVE!!! :-)

adrienne121

Hi Rayn!!! You've inspired me to start a Kickstarter Challenge: "Adrienne's LET'S GET IT POPPIN' DietBet". Come on board!!! Here's the link: https://www.dietbet.com/games/86630

Talia L

07/31/2016 8:06PM

OMG, that sounds awful! So sorry you're going through this. At least you know it's not you, it's the medicine. It sucks that DietBet won't take that into consideration. Just keep your spirits up and stick with all your good choices and I'm sure it'll be reflected on the scale soon enough. Hope you feel better soon!!

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Erica L.

Good for you, Adrienne! I am so proud of you for continuing with your Transformer. Rounds 2-6 HERE YOU COME!!!

adrienne121

Thanks sooo much Erica!!! Girl, you know I have to keep on going strong!!! :-)

HapiCampr

07/31/2016 10:45AM

Sending healing energy and loads of uplifting hugs! XOXOXO

Rayn E, anon-156d4f4e-dc8a-419d-a396-f89caf763048@3843cb63-ec52-4b8c-ae0d-47ccc7d9430e.anon and adrienne121 like this comment.

adrienne121

Thanks sooo much sis!!! Feeling the love & sending it back to you!!! :-)