Basslinegirl

Hey all...

I'm 23.. 5'3"... My average body is fit and trim and ideally 117lbs.

In the past year, I've gained 50lbs from Zoloft..you do the math while I sit here and cry.. ;-)

Thought it was me at first. Then I back tracked a little, did some research and realized that it was the meds. Funny how the doctors don't tell you this huh?

I'm in my first week drug free - a little jittery but I'm prepared. ;-)

I found that we've got to be careful with our diets while taking anti-depressants. Did you know that some vitamins have side effects with our pills?

Don't worry though because there's a very gentle solution. SSRI's not only inhibit certain chemicals in your brain - they also slow your metabolism RIGHT DOWN... This would obviously explain the weight gain, even when you're eating healthy.

Omega 3 Fatty Acids along with Vitamin E, are a great gentle way to get our livers working in full force again; especially while you're still on the meds!! (Omegas are fish oils - and our bodies just love them...and the vit e's are needed because they help our bodies absorb it better)

I tried this 3 weeks ago, and I lost 8 lbs.

As with anything, I'd check with your doctor though!!!

Good Luck..

V

Eat lots of fish - walk around..and don't worry.

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