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My Ridiculous Weight Loss Fad: Weight Loss Shakes

Reader Stories: Most Ridiculous Weight Loss and Exercise Fad I Ever Tried

From Kitchenwench

Updated April 14, 2010

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The Weight Loss or Exercise Fad I Tried 

Those NASTY weight-loss shakes back in the '80's. Remember those???

What Happened After I Tried It 

I am lactose intolerant and I had some serious intestinal troubles afterwards. I decided that had to go. I was losing weight to get a boyfriend and gas was definitely a turn off for most guys! I tried several other fads along the way but in the end I decided that being healthy was the real goal. I got in shape and have never looked back!

What I'd Do Differently 

  • I stay AWAY from fad diets, the low-carb, no-carb, cabbage soup, pre-packaged meal deals!
  • Get off your butt people and exercise!

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