I'm on Prednisone as an anti-rejection drug from a kidney transplant last year; starting at 20mg, I've been weaned down to 2.5mg but the damage had been done. I've gone from 135lbs to 180lbs in 16 months! For the last year, I've become a plant-forward pescatarian (I couldn't tolerate the taste of chicken), and I've even cut dairy, but I just can't manage to drop the weight.
Have been keto for 2 years, now about 95% carnivore for the last 6months. Lost 150 lbs. Then RA struck (long family history on mom's side) Prednisone for 4 months, 2 of which were low dose (2.5) but prior to low dose, several courses of moderate to high. I continued to lose weight for the first 3 months. I should mention that I also fast 2-3 days per week. Oddly enough, while on the low dose, I started gaining weight (high stress time period when we were traveling to care for elderly parents). Granted, I was less active because the RA is in hands and feet and nothing seemed to help. I got a couple of UTI infections that I believe were associated with prednisone, so that along with the 15lb weight gain were enough to convince me to drop the prednisone. RA is getting worse again (I am a seamstress), but I just don't want to go back to where I was with weight. I do not want biologics due to family history of AML. I am on HCQ and methotrexate. Whatever they give me, my body seems to adapt and get worse again. So I go high fat, moderate protein and as close to no carbs as possible (Dr. Berry). That is the only way I can maintain weight or lose. I don't do frequent meals as that would keep insulin spiked too often during the day. No snacking. I feel best when my glucose is low and ketones are high...gki of 4 or lower. Keeping that balance gives me loads of energy and mental clarity and less inflammation. I am more active when I am in that level of ketosis. My husband eats the same way with me, so it has been easy to convert. My asthma went away as well as chronic urticaria in hands and feet. Blood pressure, A1C and other health markers all improved dramatically. For me, keto/carnivore and weekly fasting is my sanity. Keto and fasting don't cost me anything either, and there are large communities for recipes and support. Dr. Ken Berry is my hero.
I have RA. I've been on prednisone for 20+ years. At an all time weight high and the prednisone was increasing. Tried it Alll except keto. I ended up finding Ken Berry! I have been Carnivore for 1 month now. Down on the prednisone by half! And feel amazing. I never realized how much inflammation I ate by so many carbs.. I've lost 17 lbs. (80 more to go) but yes. I feel soooo different already!
Please can you share the programme. I've gained 60lb in the past year on pred and I have ILD that means I can't really move that much because of the breathlessness
Hi Brittany, um from the UK and came across this video. My daughter had been in prednisolone for quite a few years now and she's gone from a size uk 6 to size 24 and she's still gaining weight. Her gp has been no help at all. She has several conditions and takes quit a few tablets. Anything you can suggest would be very much appreciated. Thank you
Can you tell me what program this is? I have gained almost 50lbs over the past five years while on prednisone, I now have prednisone induced diabetes, hypertension and I’m worried because I’m only 29. I need help please
Hello, I would really like to know what the program is. I've been diagnosed with Still's disease and will be looking at long term prednisone use. I've already been on it 6 months and already gained 40+ pounds. I'm scared to continue but I need it to get through the day. Please help!
I have still’s disease too! Its the worst. Im currently trying kineret as a long term medication so that I don’t have to stay on the prednisone. So far so good!
I agree, we should have done a better job. I should have asked more about what exactly she eats. I didn’t want to promote a specific program, only principles. She is available to chat about it on the Facebook Prednisone Warriors with Dr. Megan page if you have more questions.
Dr. Megan - Prednisone Pharmacist thank you, you are doing a great work..i would love to know about her program. I am on prednisone for 4 years.. starting from 90m now i am taking 10m , i have gained 10 kilograms , my body shape is changed all over.. i have too much fat in my upper back. and off course the moon face.
@@PrednisonePharmacist Based on the 5 meals prepped and cooking her own dinner and the comments about the community of the program she uses, I am betting it is Optavia. The people who stick with it, loose weight and seem to really benefit.I have lots of friends and coworkers who have done this program with success, but I was not in love with the food personally or the way you are encouraged to see the product to get it discounted. BUT- it does work. Plus, I have a husband who could not stick with it and a son that doesn't need it, so it just wasn't doable for me.
I lost 80 lbs in two months back in 2011 after a shot and 6 day pack of Methylprednisolone. Today I got a shot for and pack for another reason. I’m excited this will happen again.
Thank you Ruth! Please call or text me at 715-379-6998 or you could also reach out to me on Facebook (Brittany Taft) I would be more than happy to share the program with you!
Sounds like Optavia. I have know a couple people who found success, but it is costly and you need to convert to low-carb as you transition back to cooking meals for yourself.
Please can you share what the program is?? She did not name it nor the support group. Is it true Dr. Megan that if you get vaccinated while on prednisone that it is less effective??
Thank you! You can check out this article "Ultimate Diet Review for Prednisone" At the end, you can sign up for the form to get access to the free 28-Day Challenge to Lose the Prednisone Pounds Read and watch here: prednisonepharmacist.com/education/ultimate-diet-review/
Please tell me the program, I have myasthenia Gravis and have gained over 100blbs. My Dr's keep emphasizing the importance of losing weight but have no clue how to help. Trying to lose weight while on prednisone has not been easy. Please help.
I have rheumatoid arthritis and type 1 diabetes so there is no way I coukd eat 6 meals a day as that woukd mean staking insulin. This video is really just a sales pitch. I found it unhelpful.
Terrible video sounds like 110 calories per meal x six she was eating in a severe calorie deficit Did she workout? What was this diet ? Anyone would lose weight with a severe calorie deficit on prednisone or not My diet when on prednisone 100 mg and higher in protein complex carb’s moderate fats . Watch sodium drink water walk 30- 45 minutes a day I use the lose it app to track my calories and weigh my food never gained a pound.
I myself have been on prednisone since sept 2020 for my lung. I ouhhy my heart was dying? Ended up in Er for 10 days for c.o.p . Was on 50 mg, I’m always hungry. I gained 30 lbs. was in a large now I’m between extra large and xxl. Can’t sleep even if I trier
@@BT-tu3hu HI Brittany I would love to know more about the program you were on I've been struggling with rheumatoid and thyroid issues for years now and the inflammation is now attacking my lungs, I'm now on oxygen and gaining weight like crazy, please help🤞
Read more about Diet: prednisonepharmacist.com/education/ultimate-diet-review/
I'm on Prednisone as an anti-rejection drug from a kidney transplant last year; starting at 20mg, I've been weaned down to 2.5mg but the damage had been done. I've gone from 135lbs to 180lbs in 16 months! For the last year, I've become a plant-forward pescatarian (I couldn't tolerate the taste of chicken), and I've even cut dairy, but I just can't manage to drop the weight.
Disappointed to hear how amazing this program is but she didn't share the name. How are we supposed to benefit from it?
What is the name of the program?
I have become skeptical of her motive.
What is the name
Have been keto for 2 years, now about 95% carnivore for the last 6months. Lost 150 lbs. Then RA struck (long family history on mom's side) Prednisone for 4 months, 2 of which were low dose (2.5) but prior to low dose, several courses of moderate to high. I continued to lose weight for the first 3 months. I should mention that I also fast 2-3 days per week. Oddly enough, while on the low dose, I started gaining weight (high stress time period when we were traveling to care for elderly parents). Granted, I was less active because the RA is in hands and feet and nothing seemed to help. I got a couple of UTI infections that I believe were associated with prednisone, so that along with the 15lb weight gain were enough to convince me to drop the prednisone. RA is getting worse again (I am a seamstress), but I just don't want to go back to where I was with weight. I do not want biologics due to family history of AML. I am on HCQ and methotrexate. Whatever they give me, my body seems to adapt and get worse again. So I go high fat, moderate protein and as close to no carbs as possible (Dr. Berry). That is the only way I can maintain weight or lose. I don't do frequent meals as that would keep insulin spiked too often during the day. No snacking. I feel best when my glucose is low and ketones are high...gki of 4 or lower. Keeping that balance gives me loads of energy and mental clarity and less inflammation. I am more active when I am in that level of ketosis. My husband eats the same way with me, so it has been easy to convert. My asthma went away as well as chronic urticaria in hands and feet. Blood pressure, A1C and other health markers all improved dramatically. For me, keto/carnivore and weekly fasting is my sanity. Keto and fasting don't cost me anything either, and there are large communities for recipes and support. Dr. Ken Berry is my hero.
I have RA. I've been on prednisone for 20+ years. At an all time weight high and the prednisone was increasing. Tried it Alll except keto.
I ended up finding Ken Berry! I have been Carnivore for 1 month now. Down on the prednisone by half! And feel amazing. I never realized how much inflammation I ate by so many carbs.. I've lost 17 lbs. (80 more to go) but yes. I feel soooo different already!
Please can you share the programme. I've gained 60lb in the past year on pred and I have ILD that means I can't really move that much because of the breathlessness
Hi Brittany, um from the UK and came across this video. My daughter had been in prednisolone for quite a few years now and she's gone from a size uk 6 to size 24 and she's still gaining weight. Her gp has been no help at all. She has several conditions and takes quit a few tablets. Anything you can suggest would be very much appreciated. Thank you
I am on lifelong prednisone, be nice if she shared the program? Alot of us our suffering.
Can you tell me what program this is? I have gained almost 50lbs over the past five years while on prednisone, I now have prednisone induced diabetes, hypertension and I’m worried because I’m only 29. I need help please
I don’t actually know. If you’re on Facebook, you can find Brittany Taft there.
Hello, I would really like to know what the program is. I've been diagnosed with Still's disease and will be looking at long term prednisone use. I've already been on it 6 months and already gained 40+ pounds. I'm scared to continue but I need it to get through the day. Please help!
I have still’s disease too! Its the worst. Im currently trying kineret as a long term medication so that I don’t have to stay on the prednisone. So far so good!
I really wish she shared what the program was :(
What program is she talking about? She doesn't say what she actually eats.. Not really helpful.. Sorry.
I agree, we should have done a better job. I should have asked more about what exactly she eats. I didn’t want to promote a specific program, only principles. She is available to chat about it on the Facebook Prednisone Warriors with Dr. Megan page if you have more questions.
Dr. Megan - Prednisone Pharmacist thank you, you are doing a great work..i would love to know about her program. I am on prednisone for 4 years.. starting from 90m now i am taking 10m , i have gained 10 kilograms , my body shape is changed all over.. i have too much fat in my upper back. and off course the moon face.
Thank God I went to comments before watch 18 minutes of this. I hate wasting my time. Thnks guys.
@@PrednisonePharmacist Based on the 5 meals prepped and cooking her own dinner and the comments about the community of the program she uses, I am betting it is Optavia. The people who stick with it, loose weight and seem to really benefit.I have lots of friends and coworkers who have done this program with success, but I was not in love with the food personally or the way you are encouraged to see the product to get it discounted. BUT- it does work. Plus, I have a husband who could not stick with it and a son that doesn't need it, so it just wasn't doable for me.
I lost 80 lbs in two months back in 2011 after a shot and 6 day pack of Methylprednisolone. Today I got a shot for and pack for another reason. I’m excited this will happen again.
80 pounds!!? That’s … wow! How did you do it?
What is the program called? I am on pred and I have gained 30 lbs....I need help
Would you share the name of the program that she used?
Sounds like the optovia program
I would really love to know what programme this is. You look amazing Brittany! You have done so well.
I passed your message along to Brittany!
Thank you Ruth! Please call or text me at 715-379-6998 or you could also reach out to me on Facebook (Brittany Taft) I would be more than happy to share the program with you!
@@PrednisonePharmacist Thank you very much.
Please share the program. I need this asap
Please share the program, thanks!!
Sounds like Optavia. I have know a couple people who found success, but it is costly and you need to convert to low-carb as you transition back to cooking meals for yourself.
It cost about $400. Too expensive for package meals
What is the name of the food program Brittany was on?
Can you please share the program please? 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Yes! Please call or text me at 715-379-6998 I would be happy to share
But what we can eat?
Please can you share what the program is?? She did not name it nor the support group. Is it true Dr. Megan that if you get vaccinated while on prednisone that it is less effective??
Hi Tracy, I’d love to share the details. Please let me know how I can reach you. Thank you, Brittany
I found the video very informative, however, what is the name of the program?
Thank you! You can check out this article "Ultimate Diet Review for Prednisone"
At the end, you can sign up for the form to get access to the free 28-Day Challenge to Lose the Prednisone Pounds
Read and watch here: prednisonepharmacist.com/education/ultimate-diet-review/
Hi Brittany, would like to find out the name of the program. How can I connect with you?
I messaged her to let her know!
Hi JoyRae, Please text or call me at 715-379-6998. Thanks
You are obviously selling a program or she is. This is sketchy af since she doesn’t unveil the program. What a waste of time.
I am not selling anything. I’ve been asked many times how to lose weight while on prednisone and found someone who had and interviewed her.
Did she ever say what diet program she used?
She didn’t. She wanted to remain non-pushy to her program.
Please tell me the program, I have myasthenia Gravis and have gained over 100blbs. My Dr's keep emphasizing the importance of losing weight but have no clue how to help. Trying to lose weight while on prednisone has not been easy. Please help.
Hi Bonita, I would love to share the program. Are you on Facebook?
What is the program? I am not on Facebook
This video tells you nothing what is the purpose what program is she speaks of
I have rheumatoid arthritis and type 1 diabetes so there is no way I coukd eat 6 meals a day as that woukd mean staking insulin. This video is really just a sales pitch. I found it unhelpful.
This wasn't very informative.
Sorry it was frustrating that she didn’t name the program details more clearly.
Terrible video sounds like 110 calories per meal x six she was eating in a severe calorie deficit
Did she workout? What was this diet ?
Anyone would lose weight with a severe calorie deficit on prednisone or not
My diet when on prednisone 100 mg and higher in protein complex carb’s moderate fats . Watch sodium drink water walk 30- 45 minutes a day I use the lose it app to track my calories and weigh my food never gained a pound.
I myself have been on prednisone since sept 2020 for my lung. I ouhhy my heart was dying? Ended up in Er for 10 days for c.o.p . Was on 50 mg, I’m always hungry. I gained 30 lbs. was in a large now I’m between extra large and xxl. Can’t sleep even if I trier
Hi MH, I would love to share this program with you. Are you on Facebook?
@@BT-tu3hu HI Brittany I would love to know more about the program you were on I've been struggling with rheumatoid and thyroid issues for years now and the inflammation is now attacking my lungs, I'm now on oxygen and gaining weight like crazy, please help🤞