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Thanks. According to my scales, I began VLCD at 143 and this morning at VLCD 8, I am 137. I don't know how much I gained during loading. I am 5,7, and only aim to get to 130, so actually, I am not far off, and that might explain also why the loss is slower. It still seems possible for me to follow the diet and come close to my goal by the end of Phase 2 - even if the rate of loss is not dazzling.

Thanks Birthnurse for the information that you haven't noticed any problems with the Wellbutrin/Hcg diet combo. I take SR 150mg once a day so am on a smaller dose than you. I have thought about it carefully yesterday (nearly falling off the wagon in the process, because I was at a "Champagne party" last with the most fantastic food imaginable that will haunt me all the way to P4). I am going to stick with it (hopefully the doc will cooperate). I have never lasted on any diet beyond 3 days, so this whole experience is really something for me. I have learned that I can exercise self control and it has also made me understand a lot about my attitude towards food. I am more interested in eating in a healthy way and in a way that doesn't abuse my body. For the first time ever, I've decided to learn how to cook properly (much to my son's delight)!