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Chesed
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Posted: 27 March 2006 01:11 am |
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One thing I worry about on this diet is that lack of dairy products. Anyone have any idea why there is so few? I'd love a bit of yogurt now and then!
Any opinions out there on this? I don't want all us IPD'ers to end up with osteo!
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Peter
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Posted: 27 March 2006 07:33 am |
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I am not familiar with your diet plan, but if you eat the right foods you certainly don't need dairy to get enough calcium.
The topic wanders around a bit, but take a look at this thread, Calcium without Dairy:
http://www.caloriesperhour.com/forums/view_topic.php?id=1273&forum_id=4&highlight=calcium
Peter
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Jayelle
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Posted: 27 March 2006 05:19 pm |
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Chesed, there are great calcium supplements out there for those who are concerned about not getting enough. Also, the smoothie, milkshake and cottage cheese will allow calcium in the meal plan. You can get the OJ with calcuim for the smoothie. Some veggies like broccoli, spinach, and most greens (collards, kale) contain calcium. As well as black beans, navy bean and almonds.
So, I don't think there should be a real concern about a calcium defiency with the plan, since there are so many ways to get it in.
Hope this helps.
Jayelle
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shamrock
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Posted: 29 March 2006 10:23 pm |
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Hi!
As a woman heading into (or maybe I'm already there) a different phase of life, I'm wondering if anyone out there has/is going through the same things that I am. I'm thrilled that I've lost the weight that I have but now I see a definite slowing down. When I first started the program, I could hear my stomach grumbling which, in my mind, was my metabolism gearing up. Lately, I haven't been as hungry, my stomach isn't growling and I've gained two pounds -- I did cheat some, but I'm back at it with a vengeance with no loss so far. I also started HRT a couple of weeks ago and am wondering if that is affecting my progress. Anyone out there in my position?
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fwalter
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Posted: 31 March 2006 10:26 pm |
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| I started HRT about a year ago and have seen about a 20 lb. weight gain!! Part of this I am sure, is due to the fact that I have not been as careful with my foods (types, not quantity ... I love anything deep fried!) as I should be. I have struggled all my life with my weight. When I hit about 20 lbs. over my optimum weight, I become concerned and then wait until about 30 lbs. over to do anything about it!! I'm there now .... I have been reading about this diet and decided to give it a shot. I am beginning day 4 and am the same weight as when I started BUT, I do think I may have lost some inches - can't find my tape measure so I'll have to get a new one! I have followed the diet to the letter, including the water but instead of walking, I have been doing light aerobics. I'm going to try not to weigh again until the end of the 11 days, but that's really tough.
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shamrock
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Posted: 1 April 2006 02:43 am |
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Hi fwalter and welcome the WL4I!
I'm hoping that my body will adjust to HRT and I'll start losing again. That being said, I definitely will take the weight gain over the flashes and not sleeping any time!!I never had much of a weight problem before but being tall (5'10") it kind of crept up on me. I have always been fairly active and knew that I could stand to lose a few, but I actually started to feel uncomfortable and didn't like the way I looked. I tried cuttintg calories and exercising more several times but my metabolism was virtually non-existent. This plan seemed to wake it up and the weight started to come off rather easily. I'm really glad now that I lost some weight before I started HRT.
I'm sure you're going to do great! I know it's hard, but try not to weigh yourself -- I think your body is so confused about what's going on, it takes a few days to adjust. I really do recommend trying to do the walking -- I think it makes a difference.
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fwalter
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Posted: 1 April 2006 05:22 am |
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| Hi shamrock and thanks for the words of encouragement. I live in a remote part of Oregon and between the rough terrain, the highway and the rain it makes it rather difficult to take walks around here, which is why I'm doing the light aerobics. I don't even break much of a sweat but I can feel a bit of a boost in heart rate. I have also considered getting a treadmill. You sure are right about the trade-off for HRT and the sleepless, sweaty alternative! Day 11 for me will be 4/7 and I WILL stay off the scale until 4/8. I'll let you know about my dramatic weight loss then! Last edited on 1 April 2006 05:34 am by fwalter
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shamrock
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Posted: 3 April 2006 05:14 pm |
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Hi fwalter:
I also have my weigh in at the end of the week -- I did fall off the wagon a little on Saturday -- we had friends over to watch basketball -- I did okay foodwise but had a couple of drinks -- oh well, you gotta live!
I'm fortunate that there's a gym in the building where I work so I get on the treadmill at lunchtime. If I didn't do that, I'm not sure I'd get my exercising in!
Can't wait to hear how you did -- have a good week.
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Cowgirl
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Posted: 4 April 2006 06:32 pm |
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I'm so glad I found this thread! I am 49, no signs of menopause yet EXCEPT for the disgusting fact of roundness in the middle. I am 5'7" and lost 5 pounds the first time I did this diet (last month). My goal is 128-130# (started at 145).
My lifestyle is fairly active and I eat simply and well, yet my stinking 49yo metabolism must be slowing to a dead crawl. This diet confuses the dreaded metabolism and is shaking things up.
I have a treadmill that I use infrequently, but this time on the diet I am faithfully going 30 min/day. I already lift weights somewhat so I will let you know the results after a few more days. (I am on day 2 of the cycle)
Most of my clothes are uncomfortable and wearing jeans is agony. THAT is what I am trying to eliminate with this diet!
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shamrock
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Posted: 4 April 2006 07:34 pm |
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Welcome Cowgirl!
I'm 48 and, by all outward signs, in the throes of menopause (hot flashes, sleeplesness, irritability (according to my kids and husband), and feeling like I am sometimes losing my mind! All that aside, I started this plan in November and have lost 27 lbs. (my original goal was 25lbs, but after seeing what gravity has done, decided to go for a few more with LOTS of toning)!
Since starting HRT about three weeks ago, I have gained a few pounds -- nothing to worry about YET -- but I am determined to keep with the plan. This is the first program that has revved up my metabolism. Like you, I have added weights and even squats (UGH) to my routine.
Good luck to us all!!!!
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Cowgirl
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Posted: 5 April 2006 12:03 am |
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Good luck with the HRT. I am not looking forward to that prospect and hope to stay away from it. I have been a big consumer of Revival Soy products for about 3 years and hope to maintain their use (once this diet is over and my body is under control again!).
I truly believe that vigorous walking and pushing the envelope with free weights are major factors in not becoming soft and round in our 50s. But what a drag it is......
later,,,,
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Cowgirl
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Posted: 6 April 2006 06:32 pm |
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Last night for dessert I made a wild blackberry pie and ate nary a bite! Aren't I a good girl? Fortunately there were no left-overs for me to pick at either.
It's raining here in the Midwest and I'm arguing with another computer in the house that refuses to send youngest son's PowerPoint presentation to his teacher. sigh
I have a special outfit that I've earmarked for Easter; that's my incentive to stay on this diet. Maybe I'll go try it on.....
Cottage cheese was breakfast; waiting for the strawberries and peaches to thaw for lunch. I have mountains of laundry waiting to be distributed to their rightful owners, cows to check, and banana bread to make so I'm gone..
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shamrock
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Posted: 6 April 2006 08:56 pm |
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Wow, what willpower -- I'm impressed! I weighed myself (I know I wasn't supposed to and lost 2 of the 4 that I put on) -- maybe my body just needed an "adjustment" period. I haven't been doing that great -- lots of social stuff -- I try to do good but... Anyway, my husband and I are going away (without kids) this weekend -- he's playing golf and I'm getting the "spa treatment" -- CAN"T WAIT! I plan on totally enjoying myself and worry about the consequences on Monday.
I had computer problems last week and had trouble sending my son's essay to his Spanish teacher who was nice enough to accept via e-mail since he didn't turn it in as he was supposed ....that's another story!
Keep up the good work, it sounds like you're doing great! I'm sure your outfit will fit -- you still have a week and a half!
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Cowgirl
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Posted: 7 April 2006 07:53 am |
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| Thanks for the encouragement! Have a great time at the spa!
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fwalter
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Posted: 8 April 2006 09:27 pm |
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Today was my weigh-in after my first 11 days. Not excactly what I had hoped for, lost only 2 pounds. I followed the plan to the letter, including the water & excersise. My portions were quite reasonable, for instance, a can of tuna lasts me 2 days. So... a bit of a disappoinment, to say the least.
I'm not going to give up though - heck it's 2 pounds less than I was! I'm on HRT and part of my regimen includes an additional hormone pill every other month for the first 12 days, so I'm hoping that has been a contributing factor to my less than sensational weight-loss.
My 3 cheat days are here and I have no cravings for my regular downfall, which is fried foods - so that's good. I'm going to have some orange-pineapple smoothies during these cheat days - jeez, they're good.
Will report again on the 22nd after round 2.
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shamrock
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Posted: 10 April 2006 05:55 pm |
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Hi fwalter:
Don't get discouraged -- like you said, two pounds down and you're heading in the right direction. You always hear people say that losing 1-2 pounds a week is optimal. On any other plan, you'd probably be ecstatic -- but because this plan touts losing more may be why you're disappointed, but you shouldn't be -- keep up the good work -- I bet you're body is still adjusting to your new way of eating.
I'm back on Day 1 today -- when I first started HRT I gained 4 pounds. During the 11 days, I weighed myself and lost 2 of it. I just came off of my three days off (and I went WAY off) so I'm not going to get on the scale again until I feel that I've lost again (at least what I gained).
I think women our age have a very tricky metabolism and once you get it moving, you're golden -- it's just getting to that point!
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shamrock
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Posted: 13 April 2006 11:16 pm |
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| Okay, here's what's happening to me. I've been back on WLFI since Monday, no cheating. I'm definitely having that "bloated" feeling -- waistband is a little tighter, rings are a little more snug...The good news is that areas where I know I've lost fat (face, thighs, arms) are still as they were -- it's the midsection that's making me feel like I'm gaining. I've done some research online and, apparently, this is a common side affect which may abate in a month or so -- I hope so! I'm not giving up....I am, however, having company coming into town tomorrow for the weekend and I'm going to try not to break bad too much but...the best laid plans....
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fwalter
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Posted: 14 April 2006 11:10 pm |
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Hi Shamrock ~
Yeah, that old bloated feeling ... Generally the "bloat", when it does decide to go, seems to disappear practically overnight, at least for me anyway. Enjoy your weekend with friends, knowing that you'll get right back on track. My weigh-in is 4/22, that will be my first cheat day of phase 2. We have family coming in on 4/26, so I may just stay on the diet until 4/26 - they'll only be here for 3 days so I'll take my cheat days then. I downloaded the Advanced Dieting Secrets, so I think I'll give it a shot when the family leaves. It aparrently is written by the same people as FLFI. I'ts very strict and does involve portions - not something one could stick with long term. I'll post my weigh-in on 4/22 .... Keep your fingers crossed! While I did not crave fried foods on my days off, I did find pizza and beer pretty entertaining! I had only gained 1 pound at the beginning of phase 2 though.
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shamrock
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Posted: 17 April 2006 05:38 pm |
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Hi fwalter:
I'm going to stop complaining and wondering what is going on with my body until after this session is over. I'm starting over from Day 1 because I was SO bad while we had friends visiting that I'm not even going to try to justify anything!
My plan is to stick to my printed menu EXACTLY -- not even substituting. If, after 11 days and there is no progress, I'll start my griping again!!!
On the other hand, it sounds like you're doing awesome -- keep it up!!!
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Cowgirl
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Posted: 17 April 2006 07:10 pm |
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Shamrock I'm with you!!! I was terrible over the Easter weekend and gained the five I had lost. Today is Day 1 and I am not deviating from the menu!
I must say the wine I indulged in was excellent! And I still fit in the pants I wanted to wear for Easter.
But back to the cottage cheese, fruit and nuts. I do love the macadamia and cashews!!!
On another note, we had tornadoes all around with no damage to us, but plenty to others nearby. And, we have 62 calves on the ground and 20 to go.
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shamrock
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Posted: 17 April 2006 08:14 pm |
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Congrats on fitting into your Easter outfit -- I must admit, the slacks I wore were a little snug in the waist by the end of the day, but every mimosa and morsel of food was worth it!
Glad to hear that you "weathered the storm" okay and that your calves are doing well.
Here's to us reporting back with good news about weight loss!
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Cowgirl
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Posted: 18 April 2006 06:25 pm |
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Yay! Three pounds gone. I'm down to 142 and feel un-bloated. I had vanilla soy milk and a banana this morning; tasted pretty good.
The best way for me to motivate myself is to actually have a pair of jeans or a dress that I want to wear on a specific occasion (it may not be an extremely special occasion, even a certain date will suffice). I have lots of middle school and high school events coming up for my kids and I am going to plan certain pairs of jeans (at the moment they are zippable, but I can't actually breathe in them) to wear. Track meets, band concerts, academic banquets (I'm only eating a salad at this) are mostly what is coming up in my life, but there is a large family get-together for a recently married cousin that is in early May and I would like to be in the mid-130# range by then.
The wind is blowing about 30mph here today. I'm cleaning the bathroom, then feeding/checking the animals.
Have a great day everyone!
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shamrock
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Posted: 18 April 2006 08:10 pm |
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Way to go Cowgirl!
I'm trying to keep myself motivated by looking at all the ads that come in for Spring and Summer clothes. The one part of me that bothers me the most is my "baggy" upper arms. I know I've lost some weight there because blouses that I wouldn't or couldn't wear before because they felt uncomfortable fit fine now. I've been doing weights and exercising both the outer and inner muscles -- I guess it's just going to take a while. I'm determined to look decent in a sleeveless shirt this summer!
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fwalter
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Posted: 20 April 2006 08:02 pm |
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| I am soooo disheartened. Have followed the diet to the letter, no cheating, getting all my water and exercise and here I am on day 10 of phase 2 - nothing!! I gained only 1 pound during my cheat days and that has not come off. That makes a total of only 1 pound lost in a month! I have 30 pounds to lose and think it's reasonable to shoot for late summer but I don't think that this diet is going to do it for me.
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shamrock
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Posted: 20 April 2006 08:18 pm |
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Hi fwalter -- no doubt about it, that would be disappointing to me too but maybe you've lost fat and are toning your muscles and muscle weighs more than fat. Maybe it will take longer to reflect it on your scale, but are your clothes fitting better? There's more than just weight to judge if a plan is working. If not, looking back, is there anything you think you could do differently? Do you think your portions are too big or maybe too many extras on sandwiches .... or something??? Maybe it just takes longer to kick in because of HRT. I have gained, as you know, since starting HRT but I am on day 4 of absolutely no cheating or even substituting, so I won't be able to compare notes with you until the end of next week. Don't give up...at the very least, you know this is a healthy way of eating and combined with drinking lots of water and exercising, only good can come of it!
Enjoy your days off - reset your body - and give it another shot!!
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fwalter
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Posted: 20 April 2006 11:00 pm |
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Hi Shamrock ~
Can't think of a thing. My portions are small, my "delicious omelet" consists of fresh musrooms and spinach an usually one but sometimes 2 eggs. A can of tuna lasts me 2 days with only about 2 teaspoons of that God awful fat free mayo with tons of celery & onion and a little pickle relish. The meat/chicken portions are about 1/4 pound and the sanwiches are way less than 1/4 pound of lean meat with only a tiny bit of the nasty mayo, some dijon mustard and lettuce, tomato and a few slices of dill pickle. No red flags there! The last time I needed to lose weight was about 5 years ago and all I did was watch the fat - no calorie counting, very little exercise and I did not give up beer!! Took me about 5 months to lose 30 pounds. I think I'll go back to that! Hope all is going well for you. I'll keep checking back to see your propgress and let you know how I'm doing.
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Posted: 22 April 2006 01:00 am |
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hi everyone..this is my 2nd day and everything seems great although i find the 4 meals too much ...my first question is can i skip a meal..?? and i just had a baby hes 2 and a half months now will this diet affect the breastfeeding ??today i was very stressed and tired very moody  :? is it possible the change in diet is the reason ??and do i need a calcium supplement ??i think i am asking too many questions hehehe  i dont think i can skip a meal .. doesnt make sense but its good to know...
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Posted: 22 April 2006 02:41 am |
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Someone please correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe that FL4I follows a somewhat erratic food plan to trick your body into burning more fat.
Your baby needs a steady supply of nutritious milk, and I would think that you would need to eat a steady supply of nutritious food to produce the milk.
I'd suggest you ask your baby's doctor whether this is a good time to be following such a diet plan.
Just my thoughts,
Peter
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JokingJode
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Posted: 22 April 2006 02:52 pm |
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I think Peter's advice about consulting a doc is the best any of us could give. My gut feeling is that this diet is wrong for breastfeeding. When I breastfed my two kids I remember reading that your body needs the extra calories to make the milk. As this is a low calorie diet I would assume that you would be lacking enough calories to keep you going (it's all tiring enough without reducing calories as well). The calcium from dairy is also important too, and this diet is low on dairy products.
If your doc says not to do this diet and you still want to lose weight, then rest assured as breastfeeding is an excellent way to get back into shape  (nine months to make a baby, give yourself nine months to lose excess weight).
Well done with breastfeedng your child . I know it is a wonderful thing to be able to do. I hope you don't put too much pressure on yourself to get back into shape. It is hard when some women seem to bounce right back to their little figures.
I am sure with sensible eating (small portions but regular) would help you without having to do this fixed diet. The general rules atfer the diet should help you now but may not give you rapid results.
I hope this helps and isn't coming across as preachy! Remember your water too, this can help you stay alert when nursing.:)
JJ
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Dobie
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Posted: 24 April 2006 09:52 pm |
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fwalter wrote: no calorie counting, very little exercise and I did not give up beer!! Took me about 5 months to lose 30 pounds.
If you are still around, fwalter, are you drinking water? Are you exercising? I know from above you would rather not and the low calories you are taking in sound like you should lose weight...unless you are always hungry and your body thinks it is starving.
If you have something that works, then more power to you and best of luck. If not, please list a couple days of what you put in your mouth and maybe we can spot something different than what we are doing.
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Posted: 25 April 2006 04:27 am |
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I have just started my diet today. It looks like I'll be eating alot of eggs in the next 11 days. Anyone else worried about the amount of cholestrol we'll be consuming?
p.s. Reading everyones posts is really encouraging, thanks!
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Jayelle
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Posted: 25 April 2006 05:56 pm |
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mamachicken, welcome to the forum and to this Way of Eating.
Just a bit of advice as eggs do tend to come up a bunch of times, try to only select one egg item per cycle. So if you select omelette, don't choose scrambled eggs or egg salad for that cycle.
I say omelette because its so flexible. You can choose to have it with veggies, with meat or with a combination of both.. and if you get tired eating an omelette you can always scramble the eggs and eat them with a strip of bacon or sauage patty, or boil them. I don't think it matters how you prepare your food (excluding frying).
Also, you could try to use egg beaters instead of real eggs.
Hope this helps.
Jayelle
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Posted: 26 April 2006 05:16 am |
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Thanks for the advice. I went back and made some better choices and now I'm much happier with my menus.
Congratulations on achieving your goal weight!!!
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Cowgirl
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Posted: 26 April 2006 07:34 pm |
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I feel like a big blob the past two days. I am not going to get my hopes up for the Friday weigh-in (conducted stark naked first thing in the morning with the bathroom door locked!:))
I rationalize that even if I maintain the 5# loss, I will be OK with everything and continue for another 11-day cycle. I have not been doing the twice-daily walks, so last evening I rushed out for a jog/walk and felt much better. It is VERY difficult for me to fit the walks into my day, even though I realize that exercise makes all the difference.
I'm off to drink water while I visit the farm-parts store, then work on the 'puter (I'm a freelance writer with deadlines), then feed bovines, get kids organized after school to various practices, and don a roll of Saran wrap on my body to greet my husband. (small joke there at the end!)
I hope everyone hangs in there. I may sound a bit defeatist today, but truly this metabolism-shake-up-diet is the only thing that has moved the scale and sort of flattened my stomach for about 9 years.
I wonder if shortening my cheat days to 2 will harm or help? Any suggestions?
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shamrock
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Posted: 26 April 2006 11:07 pm |
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Hey Cowgirl!
I have the same weigh in system that you do (early, eyebrows plucked, nose blown, skin exfoliated, etc) -- hey every little bit helps! I think 5 pounds down is great -- particularly since it doesn't sound like you have much to lose! I weigh in on Friday...I think (hope) that I've at least lost the six lbs. that I gained -- I've been sticking to the diet 95% (I still can't bring myself to eat some of the combos that are generated...i.e. cottage cheese and pasta, etc.). I swore that I wouldn't do any substitutions this time, but you gotta do what you gotta do.
I don't think you should cut your cheat days short, just don't go overboard. I really think that you need those days off to re-set your body and confusing your metabolism even more.
I'm not sure what my weight loss goal is anymore. Originally I thought 25 lbs. That, obviously, wasn't enough (or is my body melting??!) Anyhoo, I know I have toning to do, but could stand to lose some more, not a lot, but I guess I'll know it when I see it!
Here's to good news on Friday!!
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Dobie
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Posted: 27 April 2006 08:20 pm |
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mamachicken wrote: I have just started my diet today. It looks like I'll be eating alot of eggs in the next 11 days. Anyone else worried about the amount of cholestrol we'll be consuming?
p.s. Reading everyones posts is really encouraging, thanks!
I also want to reiterate/brag on my wife's cholesterol. She has had high levels as and adult and been told to treat it with diet and exercise or else! I guess that means a threat of medication, but she took it seriously.
She has done a pretty good job, but last year she was at 213. This year after being on WL4I for eight months, it is 166! She is so excited!
I am certain that her 35lbs loss helps and we don't ever pick scrambled eggs or egg salad since fat free mayo is horrible, but still, this is a strong endorsement!
Dobie
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Dobie
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Posted: 27 April 2006 08:33 pm |
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Cowgirl wrote: I'm off to drink water while I visit the farm-parts store, then work on the 'puter (I'm a freelance writer with deadlines), then feed bovines, get kids organized after school to various practices, and don a roll of Saran wrap on my body to greet my husband. (small joke there at the end!)
Can you talk with my wife about the merit of that last joke?
I hope everyone hangs in there. I may sound a bit defeatist today, but truly this metabolism-shake-up-diet is the only thing that has moved the scale and sort of flattened my stomach for about 9 years.
I wonder if shortening my cheat days to 2 will harm or help? Any suggestions?
I am sorry you are having a rough go. I am glad it is working some, but I know that is frustrating for you. Can I suggest, if you are not, that you go strict for a cycle?
Pick filling foods (even though not your favorites) and watch the quantity. We did cottage cheese and tuna instead of ham and chicken (and we miss the meat). We eat less as it is kind of ho-hum. Fish would do that to me too.
Get the water in and set a 14 day goal for 27 walks. I'll let you miss one. ;)
On the cheat days, pick healthy foods that have some overlap on the diet like fruit and veggies. Have your favorite salad with dressing (in reason). Don't think of it as cheating but rather open food choices. Just for one cyle, give it your all!
Try it full throttle and see if your tummy and scale move. If so, then you know what it takes at the worst. If not...walk to Texas and we can discuss how you feel then. :D
Best of luck!
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Dobie
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Posted: 27 April 2006 08:39 pm |
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shamrock wrote: I'm not sure what my weight loss goal is anymore. Originally I thought 25 lbs. That, obviously, wasn't enough (or is my body melting??!) Anyhoo, I know I have toning to do, but could stand to lose some more, not a lot, but I guess I'll know it when I see it!
I have that problem too. I thought at 257 that I would be thrilled at 220! And while I am only 4lbs from there and I am happy with my progress, I have more to do. I am shooting for 210 and then maintain for a season and probably get back in after summer...just to change it up. I am guessing 200 is right, but even that may not be enough for me to get rid of those curves that are not sexy on us guys.
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Jayelle
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Posted: 27 April 2006 08:52 pm |
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Dobie and Shamrock, I am in the same boat!! I set the initial goal, and now I am not sure what my goal is. I just met my goal this week but I still need to lose a few more pounds to get rid of the rolls that are not so attractive on Women!!
My tummy is the real problem. I know sit-ups and crunches won't get rid of the fat so I need to lose it. My plan is to add a bit more toning exercises to this next stage and see how that goes. I am excited to try the 10 day rotation and see how that goes.
Wish me luck.
Jayelle
Last edited on 27 April 2006 10:04 pm by Jayelle
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Cowgirl
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Posted: 27 April 2006 08:57 pm |
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Dobie I think you are right on with your suggestions for me. I am now inspired again.
Thanks!:D
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shamrock
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Posted: 27 April 2006 10:53 pm |
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Okay, now I'm a little nervous about my weigh in tomorrow. Last night I went to a reception with my husband -- did great...didn't even have a glass of wine! Afterwards my husband asked me if I wanted to go to dinner. Long story short, we went to an Italian place (my weakness). All I had left on my menu for the day was chicken but I indulged in a little antipasto and warm bread (not nearly what I would usually eat but....) I did order chicken cacciatore and asked for vegetables on the side instead of the pasta. I couldn't finish dinner (had chicken left and most of the vegetables which I brought for lunch today) but being so close to my weigh hin was I was doing so well....
Moving on....
Dobie, I'm very glad that you weren't put off by the name on this forum -- you always have good insight and inspiration.
Jayelle, I know you're far from "Middle Agish" but am so happy that you found us here and share your thoughts with us.
Cowgirl, one of the reasons I love this forum is that people who live in different parts of the world and live such different lives share a common bond and encourage others or give advice. Your posts make me laugh -- you must be an Irma Bombeck-type writer -- you have a good sense of humor.
Regarding the "goal" weight issue, I've come to the conclusion that I'm constantly going to be a work in progress. I don't plan to be manic, obsessive, or put unrealistic expectations on myself. I'm going to continue to eat properly (most of the time), exercise, and hope that gravity gets bored with me and picks on someone else!
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shamrock
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Posted: 28 April 2006 05:19 pm |
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| Well, I lost the 6lbs. I gained and am now back to 27lbs. down. I'm taking this as a good sign...that my body has adjusted to HRT and if I "buckle down" I can still lose weight. I'm going to enjoy my weekend and generate a new menu for Monday. If I could lose 4 more pounds, I will break another barrier -- which I haven't seen since before I got pregnant with my oldest son 20 years ago!!!!
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Dobie
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Posted: 28 April 2006 06:52 pm |
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shamrock wrote: Well, I lost the 6lbs. I gained and am now back to 27lbs. down. I'm taking this as a good sign...that my body has adjusted to HRT and if I "buckle down" I can still lose weight. I'm going to enjoy my weekend and generate a new menu for Monday. If I could lose 4 more pounds, I will break another barrier -- which I haven't seen since before I got pregnant with my oldest son 20 years ago!!!!
Way to go! That is really cool! I am excited that you are so close. 20 years! That is super! You need to post this in the bragging thread to encourage others.
Shamrock, this day is yours! :)
Dobie
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Jayelle
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Posted: 28 April 2006 09:00 pm |
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I agree with Dobie's comments.
SHAMROCK, YOU REALLY DO ROCK!!
Jayelle
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Cowgirl
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Posted: 30 April 2006 07:56 am |
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Well, the blob feels much better today. Still at 140#, I can at least fit into my jeans, albeit not totally comfortable. I am skipping the 3rd cheat day and starting a new cycle tomorrow (I have another family event next Saturday and have bribed myself with a new outfit....we shall see....)
It rained all day here and is cold. I started a fire in the woodstove and made it more than cozy! I'm reading the new Diane Mott Davidson book so am quite content. Two glasses of wine and a movie date with husbando helped too.
Onward to some poundage removal this week (I sincerely hope).
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Dobie
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Posted: 30 April 2006 10:14 pm |
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Cowgirl wrote: Well, the blob feels much better today. Still at 140#, I can at least fit into my jeans, albeit not totally comfortable. I am skipping the 3rd cheat day and starting a new cycle tomorrow (I have another family event next Saturday and have bribed myself with a new outfit....we shall see....)
It rained all day here and is cold. I started a fire in the woodstove and made it more than cozy! I'm reading the new Diane Mott Davidson book so am quite content. Two glasses of wine and a movie date with husbando helped too.
Onward to some poundage removal this week (I sincerely hope).
You can do it, Cowgirl! We believe in you!
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Posted: 5 May 2006 12:11 am |
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Hi Dobie ~
Yep, I'm still around. Family arrived a day early and stayed a day later. I didn't watch a thing while they were here. We ate BBQ ribs, drank beer, ate snacks and on one particularly nice day, we sat out on the deck and drank the orange-pineapple smoothies from the FLFI diet - but we added rum!! I gained only 1 pound in the five days!! They left on Friday and I started the ADS diet yesterday (Wednesday). When I weighed at the start of ADS yesteday, I had already dropped that pound and today, I'm down 2 more!
I think the FLFI diet was actually too much food for me. I have never been an over-eater, my problem has always been fried foods and snack foods. I often found myself having to eat when I wasn't hungry on FLFI. I followed FLFI to the letter including the water & exercise and in 2 cycles (1 month) only lost one pound.
I guess since I have begun the ADS diet, I will be posting in that forum now. Good luck to all - FLFI seems to work for you.
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Dobie
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Posted: 5 May 2006 12:28 am |
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| Glad you found something that works for you! Best of luck and drop by to let us know how you are doing.
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Posted: 5 May 2006 01:00 am |
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Good job fwalter!
I sometimes feel that there is too much on FLFI also..and I am trying to really watch my portions. I am not losing much this cycle, but I did break into the 130s! YAY! 139 counts, right?:D
I still have trouble fitting in the daily walks. I get about 3/week, but I'm at least outside quite a bit of the time climbing gates and on and off the skid loader - still alive and moving!
I better go check the "girls"...they have some calves to drop yet...
The mosquitos are terrible here this year....yuck!
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Posted: 5 May 2006 03:09 am |
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 Way to go Cowgirl! Congrats on making it to the 130s.Last edited on 5 May 2006 03:11 am by fwalter
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