[MaryMacLoses]

Hi All,

Well, I've almost made it through day one. I planned my entire week food-wise, but I have no desire to cook dinner (BUT I WILL!).

Also, is it normal to feel a bit headachy and lightheaded? I've felt a little loopy all day (felt slightly better after I ate lunch).

Is it the SB flu I hear about? Just my body adjusting to the shift in carbohydrate consumption? (I was completely off the wagon for several months prior to this).

Thanks,
Mary

[mythreesons]

Headachy and Lightheaded can be side effects of the SB flu. I am pretty sure that the recommendation is to be sure to eat 1/3 to 1/2 cup of beans a day and also drinking milk helps.

Good luck!

[rdw1]

agreed... if you post a menu we maybe better help but beans usually really help!

[Ruthxxx]

to the Beach and to the SBD Flu. The Beachies are right - legumes and milk. Some folks take Metamucil as mentioned in the Book. May I assume you've read the book?

[cottagebythesea]

MaryMacLoses! We're happy to have you joining us! Hang in there, you'll start feeling better soon, and it will have all been worth it.

[MaryMacLoses]

Hi All,

Today is already much better.

I had beans and a glass of skim milk with dinner and that helped tremendously.

No headache or light-headedness today. No hunger either (but I did have my snack even without feeling hungry!)

One day at a time!

Thank you for the input and support!

-mary