Re: CML and losing weight-Any suggestions?

[Guest guest]

Lynn,

I have been on Weight Watchers since the end of December and have lost 30

pounds. I also have NO diarrhea when I stick to the good eating habits that

they offer. I do feel less tired, and I am on 600mg.

Lynn <petenlynn@...> wrote:

Hi everyone,

I wanted to post this question to see if any CML'ers taking Gleevec

have had good success losing a good amount of weight.

I've been on Gleevec for 1 1/2 years, and have put on 40 lbs. I'm on

400 mg Gleevec and Lasix for edema issues. I'm eating a lower salt

diet, but still struggle with fatigue issues that get in the way of

my exercise.

I had weight to lose before getting dx'd, but now, it's just that

much harder. I have 60 lbs to lose total. I know that maybe once

the weight starts coming off, the fatigue may improve.

So, I was just wondering if any Gleevec fatties have had success or

suggestions that helped.

I want to get myself back into peak condition. I realize that this

won't happen overnight, but I can keep trying!

Thanks!

Lynn (Snickersunny)

PCRU- 400 mg

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[Guest guest]

Hi Lynn,

Like , I have joined Weight Watchers and find their " Core "

plan to be a good one. I don't eat processed foods, avoid sugar &

other " white " carbs, drink lots of water, eat yogurt (unsweetened)

each day, lots of veggies, fruits, tofu, whole wheat pasta, sweet

potatoes, lean meat occasionally, fish, chicken, etc. I also joined

Curves & I walk most days. The exercise really helps with the

fatigue. I'm down over 20 lbs and about 18+ inches at last

measure. I, too, was overweight at diagnosis and the gleevec and/or

stress eating caused me to gain more weight. I'm not setting any

records with the weight loss, but it is coming off -- and I feel

better physically & mentally.

I've also started taking Acid Defense as recommended by C. and

find it helps with cravings as it helps to create a more pH balanced

system. It's a powder that I mix with water & then chug down.

Avoiding sugar which drains my energy and excercising which helps my

energy level -- and trying to keep my system more alkaline/pH

balanced -- these are what help me most. I also remind myself that

if losing weight were easy, we'd all be thin. It isn't easy & I hug

myself every now and then for just trying.

Take good care & good luck.

peace,

Kathy

dx 5/03

-- In , " Lynn " <petenlynn@m...> wrote:

> Hi everyone,

>

> I wanted to post this question to see if any CML'ers taking Gleevec

> have had good success losing a good amount of weight.

>

> I've been on Gleevec for 1 1/2 years, and have put on 40 lbs. I'm

on

> 400 mg Gleevec and Lasix for edema issues. I'm eating a lower salt

> diet, but still struggle with fatigue issues that get in the way of

> my exercise.

>

> I had weight to lose before getting dx'd, but now, it's just that

> much harder. I have 60 lbs to lose total. I know that maybe once

> the weight starts coming off, the fatigue may improve.

>

> So, I was just wondering if any Gleevec fatties have had success or

> suggestions that helped.

>

> I want to get myself back into peak condition. I realize that this

> won't happen overnight, but I can keep trying!

>

> Thanks!

>

> Lynn (Snickersunny)

> PCRU- 400 mg

[Guest guest]

Dear ,

Wow, congratulations on the 30 lb weight loss! AWESOME! I guess I

just can't beat myself up over this and need to take it one day at a

time. I think it's just more challenging for us CML'ers fighting

weight gain, because our side effects can often get in the way of

making constant, continual progress.

Thanks for your input. I appreciate it very much!

Take Care, Lynn

> Hi everyone,

>

> I wanted to post this question to see if any CML'ers taking Gleevec

> have had good success losing a good amount of weight.

>

> I've been on Gleevec for 1 1/2 years, and have put on 40 lbs. I'm

on

> 400 mg Gleevec and Lasix for edema issues. I'm eating a lower salt

> diet, but still struggle with fatigue issues that get in the way of

> my exercise.

>

> I had weight to lose before getting dx'd, but now, it's just that

> much harder. I have 60 lbs to lose total. I know that maybe once

> the weight starts coming off, the fatigue may improve.

>

> So, I was just wondering if any Gleevec fatties have had success or

> suggestions that helped.

>

> I want to get myself back into peak condition. I realize that this

> won't happen overnight, but I can keep trying!

>

> Thanks!

>

> Lynn (Snickersunny)

> PCRU- 400 mg

>

>

>

> __________________________________________________

>

[Guest guest]

Hi Kathy!

Your eating habits are impressive and very inspiring!

Congratulations on the weight and inches lost. That must feel

terrific!

I have two young daughters, and it is so hard keeping only " super

healthy " foods in the house. I think that is my problem. I buy for

the family (healthy foods) but get the girls " treats. " Then, I get

tempted, with their stuff! Ahhhhhhhhhh!

I have to stay disciplined and focused on the goal in mind. Easier

said than done!

Thank you for your response! You're doing fantastic!

Sincerely, Lynn

> > Hi everyone,

> >

> > I wanted to post this question to see if any CML'ers taking

Gleevec

> > have had good success losing a good amount of weight.

> >

> > I've been on Gleevec for 1 1/2 years, and have put on 40 lbs.

I'm

> on

> > 400 mg Gleevec and Lasix for edema issues. I'm eating a lower

salt

> > diet, but still struggle with fatigue issues that get in the way

of

> > my exercise.

> >

> > I had weight to lose before getting dx'd, but now, it's just that

> > much harder. I have 60 lbs to lose total. I know that maybe

once

> > the weight starts coming off, the fatigue may improve.

> >

> > So, I was just wondering if any Gleevec fatties have had success

or

> > suggestions that helped.

> >

> > I want to get myself back into peak condition. I realize that

this

> > won't happen overnight, but I can keep trying!

> >

> > Thanks!

> >

> > Lynn (Snickersunny)

> > PCRU- 400 mg