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Advanced Lipo Dissolve... I've been emotional, depressed, had migraines, and gained weight!
by aliciajoleen, Apr 05, 2007 12:00AM
I started lipo dissolve back in June 2006. I have been COMPLETELY disappointed! My mom and I started it together. She has only lost 1/2 inch and has gained a couple lbs. I have lost 0, nadda, zilch, and gained about 10 lbs. We spaced them out so that we were getting them every 6 weeks or so. They said they worked better if you could hold the sessions off. They also sold us a package of 6 sessions and said that after that it would be $99 each time for life, if we wanted to. We went in on our 3rd appt and were told they bumped it to 9 sessions. On our 4th appt they said they bumped it to 12 sessions. We asked why and they said the shots weren't working like people wanted them to and they weren't giving enough (only 2 shots of 5cc's each), and they bumped it up to 40cc's for my mom and last time was 30 cc's for me! That was about 50 or so different "sticks" with the needles. I'm so TIRED of it! It doesn't work and it HURTS BAD. You swell up and turn red, get bruises and knots. It's like I had little aliens in my stomach and they'd move around, it was awful. I was taking darvocet and percocet to ease the pain the first 2 days. You can only take Tylenol, unless you have a script for something stronger. But you CANNOT take advil, aleve, or any prescription anti-inflammatories. We had our shots done in Overland Park, KS. They told us last time that if we didn't see any changes when we came in next (we'll be going in 2 days) then they'd submit their opinion to refund us. Now an opinion is not what I want. My mom and I are sickened by this and we've decided that we're not getting the shots again, regardless of a refund. YES, we have been ripped off! They give you false hope and say it's "slightly uncomfortable"... they say this to get you in. I want you all to know that it DOESN'T WORK and IT'S VERY PAINFUL!!! Just go get lipo suction, it's CHEAPER and almost IMMEDIATE results!!!
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ITS NOT FUNNY EITHER YOU COULD HAVE GOTTEN A INFECTION IN THE SITE THAT YOU SAY IS SO PAINFUL.
I AM ON THESE LIPOVITE SHOTS ONCE A WEEK WITH 25 GRAMS OF FAT A DAY ALLOWANCE AND 1200 CALORIES.
A CLEANSER AND SOME NATURAL PILLS TO GE ME ALONG ALSO. GOOD LUCK AND REPORT THOSE THIEVES.
Lipotropic agents are a class of substances that play an important role in the body's use
of fat. Many substances have Lipotropic properties of which choline, inositol and
methionine are among the most noteworthy. Through their involvement in lipid (fat)
metabolism, Lipotropics help maintain a healthy liver.
Choline & Inositol are co-enzymes that are required for the proper metabolism of fats,
and have the ability to remove fat from the liver. Choline's function in fat metabolism is
tied to its role in bile production. Without choline, fats can become trapped in the liver,
where they can block normal metabolic functions. Choline and inositol are necessary for
normal nerve and brain function.
Choline is a fat emulsifier which aids in emulsifying cholesterol so that it doesn't settle on
arterial walls. Choline works well with inositol to utilize fats and cholesterol. The body can
produce choline, with the help of vitamin B12, folic acid and methionine. Natural choline
production however, may not always be adequate to meet daily needs. Studies show that
diets deficient in choline lead to undesirable changes to liver, kidney and brain functions.
Thus, inositol is an aid in the redistribution of body fat and can help to lower cholesterol
levels. It is a member of the B-Complex group and is a Lipotropic agent. A lack of inositol
has been shown to produce an accumulation of triglycerides in the liver.
Methionine has Lipotropic properties similar to those of choline. Two other important
amino acids, cysteine and taurine, depend on adequate levels of methionine for their
biosynthesis in the body. Methionine is one of the nutrients required during the body's
manufacture of choline and a deficiency of this amino acid will adversely affect fat
metabolism.
Methionine is a Lipotropic amino acid which reduces fat and aids in lowering cholesterol.
It can be substituted for choline, which aids in reducing liver fat and detoxifies amines,
which are by-products of protein metabolism. A deficiency may lead to fatty degeneration
and cirrhosis of the liver.
How are Lipotropics given?
Physicians generally prescribe 1.5 cc initially, then 1 cc per week injected intramuscularly.
Lipo Dissolve is different. They claim that these shots are given and absorbed by your fat cells. The fat cells swell up and get hard, then explode and your body excretes them. It is a cosmetic procedure. They were originally giving 5cc on each side. They have increased it to as much as 30cc per side for some people and it's awful. I don't know anything about what you're getting but I'm glad to hear it's working for you.