Then over the 2 years of trying to conceive again I put on around 4-5 lbs. I ended up at 142-143 lbs when I got pregnant with Elizabeth. Now 10 months post I am stuck around 146-148 lbs. I know part of that has to do with breast feeding and my body keeping on extra weight to help produce and maintain my milk supply, it was the same way with Landon.
I decided to see if there were any products out there that would help with this journey as there has been a lot of diets out on Facebook right now. I looked into Isagenix and thought that may work but the more I learned the more I decided that I could not do meal replacements. I like food too much. I know many people who have done this and it works wonders for them.
Then I found out about Plexus Slim and that it wasn't a meal replacement idea but instead a drink that you drink 30 minutes prior to eating your meal. Now this made sense to me. It took me about 2 months to commit and I decided to become an ambassador. It was more about trying to save money for me than to make money but I decided to journal my journey as I start out on this weight loss journey.
I started Plexus last monday, March 10. Here are my stats:
Weight -- 148.6lb
Hips - 39 inches
Bottom - 42 inches
Waist - 29 inches
Belly - 36 inches
A week into Plexus, March 17th. Here are my stats:
Weight -- 148lb
Hips -- 38.5 inches
Bottom -- 40.5 inches
Waist -- 28.5 inches
Belly - 35.5 inches
Things I have noticed so far: My appetite has decreased, I am not as tired as normal, I want to drink more water (instead of 2L/day, I am now drinking 2.5L/day).
I also have a family history of high cholesterol. The past 4 years my cholesterol level has been around 200. Plexus is also supposed to help your body to correct other issues that you have. I decided that I would have my cholesterol level drawn a month into this and share. I am hoping that this works as well as it claims and I will definitely be posting more results as the months go by.
Here is information about Plexus Slim
Plexus Slim
Description:
Plexus Slim is a drink mix that
was originally designed to help people with diabetes regulate their blood
sugar. When, it was originally being tested it was noted that all the subjects
also lost weight. Plexus then decided to market it as a weight loss product.
Slim is all natural and helps keep blood sugar, cholesterol and lipids at
healthy levels. The pink powdered drink mix comes in individual serving
packages. Mix it with water to create a light, refreshing drink and use once a
day. There are no stimulants in Plexus
Slim and at 12 calories per packet, this is not a meal replacement. It is so
easy and convenient.
Ingredients and Benefits:
CHLOROGENIC ACID: Found in bamboo, prunes, peaches and other
plants; known to aid in lowering blood pressure; may have antioxidant effects;
can be used to reduce bitterness in food. New info----Proprietary blend of Chlorogenic Acid (from Green Coffee
Caffea arabica Bean) Extract (contains less than 2% natural caffeine)
CITRIN K (GARCINIA CAMBOGIA): Found in a plant grown in Indonesia. It can act as an appetite suppressant, may
improve mood, aid in sleep, and help with emotional eating. Garcinia Cambogia also helps to block fat
absorption.
ALPHA LIPOLIC ACID: Found naturally in the human body and can be
found in certain foods such as spinach and rice bran. It is a powerful antioxidant. Alpha Lipolic Acid may aid in blood sugar
control. It may also help with brain
function and age related conditions.
OXYPREGNANE STEROIDAL GLYCOSIDE: Found naturally in the African cactus Hoodia Gordonii. It is a known appetite suppressant and may
reduce gastric acid.
CHROMIUM (AMINO NICOTINATE GTF): Chromium GTF is a metal. It is known as an essential trace
element. Chromium GTF is used for blood
sugar control for people with Types 1 and 2 diabetes, prediabetes, and high
blood sugar due to steroids. It is also
used for depression, lowering bad cholesterol, and raising good cholesterol;
aids in weight loss, fat loss, and muscle gain; improves athletic performance
and increases energy.
POLYDEXTROSE: A form of soluble fiber that can take the
place of sugar in beverages. It can be
used as a thickening agent and stabilizer.
CITRIC ACID: A weak organic acid that acts as a natural
preservative.
BEET ROOT EXTRACT: Used for coloring.
STEVIA LEAF EXTRACT AND LO HAN FRUTE EXTRACT: Both are all natural sweeteners that do not
spike blood sugar when eaten.
Plexus Slim Accelerator +
Description:
When taken with Plexus Slim, the
accelerator helps speed up weight loss and or helps overcome weight loss
plateaus. Taken in capsule form, the
accelerator works synergistically to help you lose weight fast and easily. It also increases energy and acts as a
further appetite suppressant.
Ingredients and Benefits:
GREEN TEA EXTRACT: Contains four beneficial aspects: antioxidant, ant carcinogen,
anti-inflammatory, and anti-radiation.
Increases metabolism and aids in weight loss.
B6 PYRIDOXINE HCL: A form of vitamin B6. Is necessary to the metabolism of fat,
protein, and carbohydrates.
CHROMIUM (AMINO
NICOTINATE): Chromium is a metal. It is known as an essential trace
element. Chromium can be used for blood
sugar control for people with Types 1 and 2 diabetes, prediabetes, and high
blood sugar due to steroids. It is also
used for depression, lowering bad cholesterol, and raising good cholesterol;
aids in weight loss, fat loss, and muscle gain; improves athletic performance
and increases energy.
CALCIUM (SEA WEED DERIVED): May help with weight loss.
MAGNESIUM (SEA WEED
DERIVED): Helps prevent constipation
associated with calcium use.
NIACIN : Niacin
(nicotinic acid) is a B vitamin that's used by your body to turn carbohydrates
into energy. Niacin also helps keep your nervous system, digestive system,
skin, hair and eyes healthy. Niacin, a B vitamin, has long been used to
increase high-density lipoprotein (HDL), or the "good," cholesterol.
HDL cholesterol helps sweep up low-density lipoprotein (LDL), or the "bad,"
cholesterol, in your bloodstream.
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) : Vitamin B12 plays an
important role in supplying essential methyl groups for protein and DNA
synthesis. Vitamin B12 is bound to the protein in food. Hydrochloric acid in
the stomach releases B12 from protein during digestion.
FOLIC ACID : It is used to prevent heart disease and stroke, as well as to
reduce blood levels of a chemical called homocystiene.
High homocysteine levels might be a risk for heart disease. It is involved in producing the genetic material
called DNA and in numerous other bodily functions.
Proprietary Blend 475mg - Proprietary Blend Contains:Yerba Mate (liex paraguariensis) Leaf Extract – An infusion made from the leaves of the tree Ilex paraguariensis , Yerba Mate has been shown to be hypocholesterolemic, hepatoprotective, central nervous system stimulant, diuretic, and to benefit the cardiovascular system. It has also been suggested for obesity management. It’s also an antioxidant.
Higenamine - Higenamine is commonly found in plants, and is found in all parts of the Lotus plant. Research has shown that Higenamine may help with the suppression of body weight gain.
Hordenine - Hordenine is a natural occurring substance commonly found in Barley. Research has shown that Hordenine has thermogenic/stimulant properties that may help in weight loss.
Hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna) Leaf extract – antioxidant, used to treat patients with heart disease
5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophane from Griffonia simblicifolia Seed Extract) - 5-HTP (5-Hydroxytryptophan) is a deeply researched ingredient that may reduce eating behaviors, reduce caloric intake, and promote weight loss. However, 5-HTP has shown to have interactions with anti-depressants or any medications that increases/regulates serotonin level.*Please consult your doctor before taking any product containing 5-HTP. If a person is restricted to taking 50mgs of 5-HTP or less per day, one (1) capsule of Accelerator+ would not exceed this limit
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