I have been on Alli since June 15 and have lost 30 lbs.  I have had many celebrations and work related events at work over the last month and have gained 3 lbs.  I haven't been taking my Alli since I do not want the side effects......we all know they are awfull!!!!!  So I am asking for encouragement to "SUCK IT UP and get back on a healthy eating program.  I am the type of person who needs 'tought love".  I have 44 lbs more to lose and I absolutely refuse to go back to my old lifestyle, but I feel I am at that point that I need some help!  Anyone out there who is up to it?!

I have high hopes that you can stick this out. I know it seems hard right now, but it's worth it in the end. I just started Alli and I am experiencing good results, but I did do a program a few years back which I lost 100 pounds. I am combining that with Alli and feel great. I wanted so many times to give up, but once that 100 pounds was gone, was so greatful I didn't. I only gained 30 back (after a baby) and feel the route I am taking now will be just as rewarding. Tell yourself when you start feeling weak, "Would I rather have that (whatever the food is) or would I rather be thin and healthy? Which would I love more?". It really helped with me during my weak times. Hope you stick with it.

P.S. I'm proud of you on the 30 pound loss since June. That is phenominal.

I also have been on Alli since June and have lost 32 lbs. The problem I'm experiencing is that I haven't lost anything in the last 3 weeks. Like you I have had family affairs and of course Thanksgiving to deal with. I'm kind of disappointed that the weight loss has stopped but I am not discouraged.  I still continue to watch what I eat and workout everyday. What a difference in my appearance and energy level. 

Part of my goal is to learn and continue to eat healthy. That means making the right choices at affairs and holidays.  I think you should take the Alli pills all the time to help you make the right choices.  For me, knowing I will have some "affects" helps me to control my portions when I am tempted to indulge. With the holiday season upon us, take the Alli pills, it is a great deterrent when you are standing in front of that buffet table. 

I want to lose another 30lbs but if I can get to Jan 2 and not gain any weight ... that will be a major achievement for me. Good luck to you... don't give back what you worked so hard for... And don't forget, we all felt like we could never lose that 10 - 20 -then 30lbs,, but we DID!!! Keep going..  

Okay - here's some tough love for you:  You know what you have to do.  You need to take the Alli no matter what.  Even if you have "celebrations" or "work related events".  This is simply part of life and you have to deal with it.  If you take the Alli, then you have to "think" about what you are putting into your mouth.  Isn't that the behavior got you in trouble in the first place?  I know that's what put an extra 50 pounds on me - not thinking about what went into my mouth.  

I make sure I pop that capsule quickly before any special event to keep me honest.  Try doing that & I promise it will help to keep you on track.

 Connie 

cpavey:

Okay - here's some tough love for you:  You know what you have to do.  You need to take the Alli no matter what.  Even if you have "celebrations" or "work related events".  This is simply part of life and you have to deal with it.  If you take the Alli, then you have to "think" about what you are putting into your mouth.  Isn't that the behavior got you in trouble in the first place?  I know that's what put an extra 50 pounds on me - not thinking about what went into my mouth.  

I make sure I pop that capsule quickly before any special event to keep me honest.  Try doing that & I promise it will help to keep you on track.

 Connie 

These are some good suggestions -- tough as they are!  Alli is about commitment and taking the responsibility to stay on track.  Sometimes that's harder than others.

Make a list of some activities you can use to divert your attention when you're wavering.  Call a friend, clean out a closet, go for a walk, come to the Message Boards...ANYTHING to distract you.

We're all here to help everyone.  And you all do a great job of helping each other.  For situations like this, I suggest posting on the Ask our Dietitian; or the Personal Experiences message boards rather than the Recipe board.

Pat Baird, MA, RD, registered dietitian

I hear ya!  I have been on Alli since August 1 and I just hit my 30 lbs this week.  I get frustrated that I am not losing fat enough, and I have had times I have wanted to quit.  Just keep your goal in mind. Do you want to be more healthy?  Want to fit into an awesome new outfit?  Have a renunion coming up?  Pick something and keep it in mind.  I want to lose 60 pounds so I can have a healthy pregnacy next year. When I want to give up, I tell myself I am doing this for the right reasons.  YOU CAN DO THIS!!!     :)