Alright, just realized I hadn't updated this for a really long time with the final update.
The test results on my thyroid and all the other tests they did, came back clear, I was perfectly healthy,
except for my reaction to the wrap. It was an allergic reaction. It took me a month to get to where I was starting to feel normal again. That month was agony, because my heart was erradic, and I just plain felt ill and exhausted the whole time. I was completely miserable, and very afraid of what was happening to my health. I even had to get one of those wrist watches that monitors your heart rate. A normal resting heart rate is 60-100 bpm. My resting heart rate was about 120-130, and as time passed, it slowly lowered, and the attacks came on less often. But as I said, it took at least a month for that to start happening.(Oh! and the results only lasted one week for me. Not at all worth the one month of distress)
I am not
the only person this has happened to. Since writing this blog, I have heard from
several others who have had issues with their heart after using the wrap. I also was on a page, I had given them rights to use my wrap pictures when I was first using it. After the side effects, I posted my reaction with my disclaimer that at the time i didn't know if they were connected or not, and asked if anyone else had had that issue. She promplty deleted my comment, but was still using my pictures. I asked her about it, and she told me she didn't want to panic anyone about my issues, because they had nothing to do with the wrap. Wrong. I asked her to take down my pictures, because (while at the time I didn't know if others had had issues or not) I felt that it was incredibly wrong to outright ignore my health problems, and act as though I had no basis for concern, nor did she feel the need to leave my comment up. I had been very polite in my explanation, and made sure to say I wasn't sure if it was connected, but felt an obligation to post it, just in case. People have a right to know, if there is the off chance that they could have issues with aproduct, before using it. Especially when it effects their heart. She took the pictures down, (as far as I know, hopefully my pictures aren't out there circulating still, as I do not want to support this product.)
I have since then heard from many other people on the page, disgruntled for also having their 'negative' comments taken down. They had had issues with the product and their health, or they hadn't been very pleased with their results, etc etc. She took down every one of the comments that were not supporting her efforts to sell the product. That is incredibly dishonest in my opinion. SO,
words of caution to anyone using this, or considering using it. It may work fine
for you, but there is a chance you will have a reaction. If the product works for you, that is wonderful! But please do be cautious when chosing whether or not to use the product. Carefully watch your body for the first week after your first wrap, and make sure you don't have any issues, before using another one.
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Possible Problems/side effects
As I mentioned in my blog earlier, I ended up having some hypothermia because of my declaration of war on the mice in my house on saturday....... Well, on Monday, I ended up having to go into the doctor for shortness of breath and irregular heart rate. The doctor told me my oxygen level was at 100% and my heartbeat was VERY fast. They did all kinds of tests on me, and drew blood etc. Now, I have had some issues in the past with panic attacks, and irregular heart rate, but nothing major. This past five days however has been terrible.
I got to thinking about why in the world I would be having such huge problems all of a sudden. It is very possible that it could be stress, I've lived a very high stress life. However, I began wondering if something could have triggered this change, and began looking into the wrap.
Theres all kinds of wraps that can be used, from home wraps to spa wraps, lotioned to heated wraps, etc. One warning I came across though was about EXTREME inch loss. They said that if you lose a lot of inches, it could lead to dehydration, which if too much, can lead to something called Hypovolemic Shock. I am REALLY REALLY hoping this is not what I have now. (http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000167.htm) Long story short, it is a low blood volume shock, caused by dehydration.
" Doctor Claims Wraps Dehydrate
"Be 6 to 20 inches slimmer today by dehydrating yourself? Sure," Herbert said. "And you can also kill yourself … because you can throw somebody into what we call hypovolemic shock. That's low blood volume shock by dehydrating you."
http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/does-work/50643-body-wraps.html
NOW, I have no idea if my problems stem from the use of the wrap or NOT( and I am sure lots of people use it without running into problems), and there are a lot of factors that add into my situation.
1, I ended up having 3 vials of blood drawn to do the testing on, AND 2. that night I started my period. SO, I am sure my blood volume would be dimished further by that, IF this is the case. 3. I also lost 5 inches, which is a lot of inches to lose, and the people of the wraps say 1-3 inches is the usual. 4.I also ended up with some hypothermia the 2nd night after the wrap usage, which I am sure further weakened me. Either way, I think to play it safe, in my case, I won't be using any more wraps. Its just not worth taking a risk. Should I find out down the road that I am wrong and it has nothing to do with what I am going through right now, I will write a submission on here and state it. For now, this is the best explanation I can come to. I am just REALLY REALLY hoping that I DONT have this shock, because you can die from it if it is too severe. SO, for now, I'm laying in bed, drinking lots of gatorade and water, and trying to replenish.
Its been one week since I used the wrap, the doctors had no idea what could be causing my problems, still waiting on a test to come back(thyroid), but all the other things they tested me for came back in the clear. Either way, like I said, I don't know if there is a connection, BUT I wanted to put this out there, just in case. I want people to be aware of the possibilities out there, and I know that IF I had known of the risk of such quick loss could lead to dehydration and hypovolemic shock, I would definitely not have taken this course of use of the wrap, BECAUSE I am VERY cautious about what I put into my body as far as things that can cause medical problems.I had looked at the list and I am not allergic to any of the ingredients, and I did not have a skin rash from it,so I didn't think anything about any possible connections there could be, when I talked to the doctor. Kinda wishingI HAD thought there could be a connection when I talked to them, just so I coulda ruled that out. Anyways, just be cautious when you use this item, drink a TON of water, for a WEEK after using it, I would say, and dont go doing anything crazy that will deplete you on your fluids either.
I got to thinking about why in the world I would be having such huge problems all of a sudden. It is very possible that it could be stress, I've lived a very high stress life. However, I began wondering if something could have triggered this change, and began looking into the wrap.
Theres all kinds of wraps that can be used, from home wraps to spa wraps, lotioned to heated wraps, etc. One warning I came across though was about EXTREME inch loss. They said that if you lose a lot of inches, it could lead to dehydration, which if too much, can lead to something called Hypovolemic Shock. I am REALLY REALLY hoping this is not what I have now. (http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000167.htm) Long story short, it is a low blood volume shock, caused by dehydration.
" Doctor Claims Wraps Dehydrate
"Be 6 to 20 inches slimmer today by dehydrating yourself? Sure," Herbert said. "And you can also kill yourself … because you can throw somebody into what we call hypovolemic shock. That's low blood volume shock by dehydrating you."
http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/does-work/50643-body-wraps.html
NOW, I have no idea if my problems stem from the use of the wrap or NOT( and I am sure lots of people use it without running into problems), and there are a lot of factors that add into my situation.
1, I ended up having 3 vials of blood drawn to do the testing on, AND 2. that night I started my period. SO, I am sure my blood volume would be dimished further by that, IF this is the case. 3. I also lost 5 inches, which is a lot of inches to lose, and the people of the wraps say 1-3 inches is the usual. 4.I also ended up with some hypothermia the 2nd night after the wrap usage, which I am sure further weakened me. Either way, I think to play it safe, in my case, I won't be using any more wraps. Its just not worth taking a risk. Should I find out down the road that I am wrong and it has nothing to do with what I am going through right now, I will write a submission on here and state it. For now, this is the best explanation I can come to. I am just REALLY REALLY hoping that I DONT have this shock, because you can die from it if it is too severe. SO, for now, I'm laying in bed, drinking lots of gatorade and water, and trying to replenish.
Its been one week since I used the wrap, the doctors had no idea what could be causing my problems, still waiting on a test to come back(thyroid), but all the other things they tested me for came back in the clear. Either way, like I said, I don't know if there is a connection, BUT I wanted to put this out there, just in case. I want people to be aware of the possibilities out there, and I know that IF I had known of the risk of such quick loss could lead to dehydration and hypovolemic shock, I would definitely not have taken this course of use of the wrap, BECAUSE I am VERY cautious about what I put into my body as far as things that can cause medical problems.I had looked at the list and I am not allergic to any of the ingredients, and I did not have a skin rash from it,so I didn't think anything about any possible connections there could be, when I talked to the doctor. Kinda wishingI HAD thought there could be a connection when I talked to them, just so I coulda ruled that out. Anyways, just be cautious when you use this item, drink a TON of water, for a WEEK after using it, I would say, and dont go doing anything crazy that will deplete you on your fluids either.
Sunday, December 25, 2011
72 hours
Okay, so this is my final post on the belly wrap, and wont post again until I try the wrap somewhere else on my body. I apologize for not posting last night, I ended up with hypothermia, and it was hectic lol
SO, I didn't notice any more changes since my first morning. All in all, I have lost 5 inches, and 1 lbs. The skin does look firmer and smoother, I think if I did multiple applications in this area, it would just keep getting better.
Not sure how long it will last, BUT, it hasn't disappeared yet, so i'm hoping for the supposed 2-6 months.
Final review, if you have some money to spare, and are really willing to apply yourself to doing what you must for this product to work (LOTS OF WATER AND PEEING!) then based on my first experience, I would highly recommend getting this product! Its worked wonders on my stomach, and if nothing else, it has given me hope that there IS a chance to help my sorry stomach look better!
Thanks again to everyone who has read this, I hope I was able to help, and as always if you have any questions, please feel free to ask!
SO, I didn't notice any more changes since my first morning. All in all, I have lost 5 inches, and 1 lbs. The skin does look firmer and smoother, I think if I did multiple applications in this area, it would just keep getting better.
Not sure how long it will last, BUT, it hasn't disappeared yet, so i'm hoping for the supposed 2-6 months.
Final review, if you have some money to spare, and are really willing to apply yourself to doing what you must for this product to work (LOTS OF WATER AND PEEING!) then based on my first experience, I would highly recommend getting this product! Its worked wonders on my stomach, and if nothing else, it has given me hope that there IS a chance to help my sorry stomach look better!
Thanks again to everyone who has read this, I hope I was able to help, and as always if you have any questions, please feel free to ask!
Saturday, December 24, 2011
36 hour
Well, I haven't noticed any changes at all today, still at 34 inches and everything looks the same to me today, as it did yesterday, so I'm not going to post any pics at this time.
Also note worthy, is the fact that I just realized lovely Miss Scarlet is just around the corner, and SO, any lack of change could also be attributed to the side effects she brings along with her approach. Merry Christmas to me....*note heavy sarcasm.*
Again, something to think about BEFORE using the wrap...... I should have thought about the timing and waited until after, to use it.
Ahhhh well, we live and learn.
I will post once more tomorrow night, and then I wont post again until I try the wrap on other areas of my body. I think the next area I try will by my inner thighs.
I hope everyone has an amazing Christmas!
Also note worthy, is the fact that I just realized lovely Miss Scarlet is just around the corner, and SO, any lack of change could also be attributed to the side effects she brings along with her approach. Merry Christmas to me....*note heavy sarcasm.*
Again, something to think about BEFORE using the wrap...... I should have thought about the timing and waited until after, to use it.
Ahhhh well, we live and learn.
I will post once more tomorrow night, and then I wont post again until I try the wrap on other areas of my body. I think the next area I try will by my inner thighs.
I hope everyone has an amazing Christmas!
Friday, December 23, 2011
!0 Hour Post Application
Well Ladies, I just measured myself and I am pretty much in shock.
Preapp measure was about 39 inches. I am now at 34 inches!Holy cow!
These pants are about the only pair of pants that fit me for the last 6 months........ they were so tight I could barely button them.
All, I can say, is if this actually LASTS, I just might have to get more for the rest of my bod!
NOW, a couple things I should mention.
First. As I was having to pee like literally every 20 minutes last night, I stopped drinking water in the middle of the night. SO, not sure if that effected anything as far as loss goes, if maybe I would have lost more if I HAD been drinking it all night? BUT, after my hubby laughed at me and told me I was running to the bathroom like I was pregnant again, I decided enough was enough for the night LOL.BUT, I am now back on the bandwagon and peeing constantly.
2nd, last night when I went to bed, I was feeling kinda crappy. Really tired, and a headache and just blah. Now, I am not sure if that had anything to do with an effect of the wrap or not, but I thought I would mention it in case any of you have the same experience and are wondering, so you aren't freaking out about whether you are having a reaction to it or not. lol. I think I'm just paranoid like that. But who knows.
As far as weight loss goes, I have only lost 1 lb so far. But the loss in inches, is insane so far!
Anywho, thats all for now, I will post the 24 hour review tonight, and then again for the 72 hour review, unless any of you have questions you would like me to address etc.....for now, I gotta run and go pee again! Thanks again for reading!
Preapp measure was about 39 inches. I am now at 34 inches!Holy cow!
These pants are about the only pair of pants that fit me for the last 6 months........ they were so tight I could barely button them.
All, I can say, is if this actually LASTS, I just might have to get more for the rest of my bod!
NOW, a couple things I should mention.
First. As I was having to pee like literally every 20 minutes last night, I stopped drinking water in the middle of the night. SO, not sure if that effected anything as far as loss goes, if maybe I would have lost more if I HAD been drinking it all night? BUT, after my hubby laughed at me and told me I was running to the bathroom like I was pregnant again, I decided enough was enough for the night LOL.BUT, I am now back on the bandwagon and peeing constantly.
2nd, last night when I went to bed, I was feeling kinda crappy. Really tired, and a headache and just blah. Now, I am not sure if that had anything to do with an effect of the wrap or not, but I thought I would mention it in case any of you have the same experience and are wondering, so you aren't freaking out about whether you are having a reaction to it or not. lol. I think I'm just paranoid like that. But who knows.
As far as weight loss goes, I have only lost 1 lb so far. But the loss in inches, is insane so far!
Anywho, thats all for now, I will post the 24 hour review tonight, and then again for the 72 hour review, unless any of you have questions you would like me to address etc.....for now, I gotta run and go pee again! Thanks again for reading!
It works, so far
SO! Last night I tried out the body wrap! I got it in the mail earlier in the day, and once I could get my kids tucked away in bed, I rushed to try it.
It comes in a little plastic pouch, about the average size of a birthday card.
It suggests that you wash and dry the area you chose to use it on. I had also heard that hot water opens your pours, and gives you a better result. So I jumped in the shower, then got out and tried it on.
It was smaller then I thought it would be, but still covered most of the front of my stomach, where the stretching is the worst.
Now, I should also mention, you are suppose to drink a LOT of water BEFORE DURING AND AFTER using this product. So the day before use, I began upping my water intake, and then one hour before putting it on, drank a full bottle, and had another bottle with me as I was wearing it. It helps in the efforts of detoxifying and flushing your body, and works SO much better when you drink a lot.
Fair warning, when you wear this product, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A BLANKET HANDY! This stuff tingles like you just slathered Vicks Vapor Rub all over you, and by the end of the 45 minutes, you are shivering! You are suppose to wear something tight around it, to help keep it pressed against your skin the whole time, for the best results. I didn't want to get it on my clothes(its covered in a lotiony substance) and so I wrapped a towel tightly around my stomach and just laid in bed for the 45 minutes watching tv.
By the time the 45 minutes was over I was ready to get it off, I was FREEZING LOL! When I took it off for the big reveal, I kinda just stared at it in the mirror, and thought " hmm....not that big of a difference." And sighed in disappointment. Then I had to run to the bathroom, because I had to pee, BAD! When I came back, my stomach was already looking flatter. Within 20 minutes, I had to pee really bad again, and again my stomach flattened further!
When using this product, expect to have to pee ALOT! So I would suggest starting the use of it, in the morning, so that you can drinking water all day, and NOT have to be jumping outta bed every 20 minutes through out the night.
Now, I will post my before and after pictures, and post again at the 10 hour post, mark. Thanks!
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It comes in a little plastic pouch, about the average size of a birthday card.
It suggests that you wash and dry the area you chose to use it on. I had also heard that hot water opens your pours, and gives you a better result. So I jumped in the shower, then got out and tried it on.
It was smaller then I thought it would be, but still covered most of the front of my stomach, where the stretching is the worst.
Now, I should also mention, you are suppose to drink a LOT of water BEFORE DURING AND AFTER using this product. So the day before use, I began upping my water intake, and then one hour before putting it on, drank a full bottle, and had another bottle with me as I was wearing it. It helps in the efforts of detoxifying and flushing your body, and works SO much better when you drink a lot.
Fair warning, when you wear this product, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A BLANKET HANDY! This stuff tingles like you just slathered Vicks Vapor Rub all over you, and by the end of the 45 minutes, you are shivering! You are suppose to wear something tight around it, to help keep it pressed against your skin the whole time, for the best results. I didn't want to get it on my clothes(its covered in a lotiony substance) and so I wrapped a towel tightly around my stomach and just laid in bed for the 45 minutes watching tv.
By the time the 45 minutes was over I was ready to get it off, I was FREEZING LOL! When I took it off for the big reveal, I kinda just stared at it in the mirror, and thought " hmm....not that big of a difference." And sighed in disappointment. Then I had to run to the bathroom, because I had to pee, BAD! When I came back, my stomach was already looking flatter. Within 20 minutes, I had to pee really bad again, and again my stomach flattened further!
When using this product, expect to have to pee ALOT! So I would suggest starting the use of it, in the morning, so that you can drinking water all day, and NOT have to be jumping outta bed every 20 minutes through out the night.
Now, I will post my before and after pictures, and post again at the 10 hour post, mark. Thanks!
It Works! Or does it?
I wanted to give the "it works" body wrap a try, as I pretty much doubted there could be any hope for my stomach, besides a tummy tuck(which is wayyyy outside my range of money to spend!)
I will begin by giving you my starting stats, before use of the wrap, and keep you updated as I go along.
I am 27 yrs old, 5'5" and the mother of 4 children, between the ages of 7 and 18 months.
My waist started out at about 39 inches, and I wear about a size 12-14 pants.
My weight ranges between 140-142. I work out, and am pretty active, yet someone I can NOT get below the 140 weight range! My stomach(as well as a LOT of other places we wont discuss) is riddled with stretch marks. I like to joke that my stomach looks like a road map....though no where NEAR flat lol.
Now, I am ALSO want to mention that I am a very staunch advocate against any pyramid companies and scams, they just about ruined my marriage when first married, SO this is in NO means a way to try and sell anyone anything. I am also very skeptical about any remedies that promise instant results, and as such I was hesitant to try this. However, desperation won out in this case, and I broke down to try it out :)
I will end this portion of the blog now, and post a new one with my results. Thanks for reading!
I will begin by giving you my starting stats, before use of the wrap, and keep you updated as I go along.
I am 27 yrs old, 5'5" and the mother of 4 children, between the ages of 7 and 18 months.
My waist started out at about 39 inches, and I wear about a size 12-14 pants.
My weight ranges between 140-142. I work out, and am pretty active, yet someone I can NOT get below the 140 weight range! My stomach(as well as a LOT of other places we wont discuss) is riddled with stretch marks. I like to joke that my stomach looks like a road map....though no where NEAR flat lol.
Now, I am ALSO want to mention that I am a very staunch advocate against any pyramid companies and scams, they just about ruined my marriage when first married, SO this is in NO means a way to try and sell anyone anything. I am also very skeptical about any remedies that promise instant results, and as such I was hesitant to try this. However, desperation won out in this case, and I broke down to try it out :)
I will end this portion of the blog now, and post a new one with my results. Thanks for reading!
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