weight loss
"I am a registered nurse and I have been taking phentermine for 6 weeks.  My goal was to lose 28-30 pounds in 3 months.  Instead, I have lost 21 pounds in about 6 weeks!  I am convinced that the 'drug' has been a huge help in getting me over the hump, getting started on weight loss.  However, I realize that food choices have to become a lifestyle change that I will live with, or the weight loss will reverse.  I do not intend to continue with the drug after the current month.  I hope that by eliminating the empty calories (simple sugars, starches, etc) from my diet, I will be able to maintain a healthy weight for the long term.  Its important to keep protein snacks on hand to prevent hunger during the day, and to keep up my metabolism."