Newbie!

Hi!

I, like you have struggled most of my adult life with my weight. I used to be able to drop half a stone without even thinking much about it but in recent years (since turning 40) I have found the weight is just piling on. I am 5'6" and have usually hovered around 11stone but recently have shot up to 15stone!  

On 17th August 2017 I decided enough was enough and I no longer wanted to be a 'fat lass'!! I visited the docs and he prescribed Orlistat and 12 weeks at Slimming World. I have stuck rigidly to the diet this time and am enjoying copious amounts of food and the odd G&T/Vino when I feel the need!

I am half way through week 3 and have so far lost 1stone and 1/2 lb!!!! I am delighted. 

Right, side effects - I have not had any embarrassing toilet moments and flatulence is minimal. I am sticking to a very low fat/high protein diet so presume this is helping.

However, my bowel movements are much more frequent than before - 1-2 visits per day! 

I am combining the eating plan/Orlistat with regular increased exercise (4 early morning gym sessions per week) and at least 2 ltrs of water with Fresh Lemons in it. 

Positives - Weight loss/increased energy levels/clear skin condition and I am now sleeping like a baby! 

Overall I strongly recommend this drug and would suggest if you stick RIGIDLY to a health & fitness programme you will see results very quickly.

Hope this was helpful x 

hi there, i also started orlistat and also weight watchers and combined i am seeing results. i would say that on their own they do not work you have to limit your caloirie intake, unfortunately their not a miracle pill ( i learned the hard way)