Posted by UgottaHaveHope on March 4, 2007, at 12:13:09
In reply to Nardil experiences » UGottaHaveHope, posted by Jedi on March 3, 2007, at 13:50:54
> >Do you think it was specifically because the drug slowed down your metabolism? Or that you had the infamous carb cravings?
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> I believe it is a combination of many things. I know for a fact that Nardil causes cravings for sweet carbohydrates. Ironically, atypical depression can also cause these cravings. The gold standard for fighting treatment resistant atypical depression causes many of the same side effects as the disease itself. As far as a slowed metabolism, I don't know. Two hours of strenuous exercise daily was the only thing that could control my weight on Nardil.
>Jedi: Thanks for answering all my questions, and my prayers are with you on your switch from Nardil to Parnate. Let me ask you this: I know you said exercise was key in the weight battle with Nardil, but did you also monitor your diet? You know, try to eat as healthy as possible? I am interested to find out if that makes any difference. Thanks again, and I am saving your other email. That pumps me up! Michael
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