Difficulty getting weight off... Topic

Terijones99687 08/27/17
Does anyone take meds that make losing weight difficult? I've put on 40 lbs in the past year. I'm trying to eat healthy but my meds (I have MS) are a requirement. I've managed to lose only a few lbs in almost 2 months.

Berlyn66 08/28/17
Yes I take meds that does that. I have gained 5 lbs in 5 months. When I needed to lose 5!

Dietitian 08/29/17 replied to Terijones99687
Weight gain from meds - this is a tricky issue since the meds are needed. You might find my blog post on this issue helpful: https://www.mynetdiary.com/what-you-can-do-to-curb-weight-gain-caused-by-medication-use.html
Best,
Kathy

SLS 11/30/17
Gabapentin by any chance??

Donitsa 12/01/17
OMG, I have gained so much weight with Gabapentin!! I have SLE Lupus

Dietitian 12/01/17
Yes, gabapentin does have that side effect. Logging will help you control calories despite the increased appetite. Try experimenting with higher protein intake along with larger servings of non-starchy veggies to help fill up and satisfy while still staying within your calories budget. You might find this short post (Feel Full on Fewer Calories) helpful: https://www.mynetdiary.com/4-tips-for-feeling-full-on-fewer-calories.html

Difficulty getting weight off...