IP Weekend Chat Sat 2/11 - Sun 2/12
02-11-2012, 08:12 PM
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#76
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Started IP 1/1/2012
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Montgomery County MD
Posts: 129
S/C/G: 368.8/314.8/150
Height: 5'8"
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Originally Posted by drwichin
Hi,
Those could be symptoms of too low blood pressure. Not knowing your history is of course a problem but if you are on blood pressure medication you might need it adjusted. Try having a cup of bullion ( not the low sodium kind) and see if you feel better, if so it leads towards the too low blood pressure possibility. Another possibility is that you are not consuming enough calories or protein for your body weight. I hope you have brought this to your coaches attention. You should not be feeling this way on the program.
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I have problems with edema so I have to keep my sodium low and take medication for it. I believe it is the same meds they give for blood pressure. I tried lowering it but my ankles, feet, toes and hands swelled up so I had to go back to my regular dose. It could be my body is having a hard time adjusting. I was feeling really great for a while but now not so much. My coach did up my packets because they were worried I was not eating enough because the body matrix thing they do every week showed my lean muscle mass decreasing. I really feel like just drinking a big glass of OJ or something but won't because I am determined to stay 100% OP. I just sometimes feel my blood sugar is too low or something. I am starting to get scared that this program is making me ill. I really want this to work. Sorry for rambling but I am feeling a little desperate. Thanks!
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WI#1: -9.6, WI#2 +.4, WI#3 -1.4, WI#3 1/2 (per coach request due to water retention problems) -9.4, WI#4 -3.4, WI#5 +.2 (tom), WI#6 -3.2, WI#7 -.2, WI#8 -5.4 (first WI since starting Alternative Phase 1 Plan), WI#9 -5.2, WI#10 -2.2, WI#11 -5, WI#12 -6, WI#13 -3.4, WI#14 -.2
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02-11-2012, 08:17 PM
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#77
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2011
Posts: 854
S/C/G: 177/145/145
Height: 5'8"
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If you start at a higher weight you will lose more muscle mass (in pounds) than others. I would not be concerned about that, as you have more muscle to start with.
Is your doctor supportive of ip for you with your other issues? I would look to him/her for advice.
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02-11-2012, 08:21 PM
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#78
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Started IP 1/1/2012
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Montgomery County MD
Posts: 129
S/C/G: 368.8/314.8/150
Height: 5'8"
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Momto2cs
If you start at a higher weight you will lose more muscle mass (in pounds) than others. I would not be concerned about that, as you have more muscle to start with.
Is your doctor supportive of ip for you with your other issues? I would look to him/her for advice.
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I have an appointment on the 20th and am afraid what she'll say. I really want to stay on the program as I've lost 26 lbs in 6 weeks.
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WI#1: -9.6, WI#2 +.4, WI#3 -1.4, WI#3 1/2 (per coach request due to water retention problems) -9.4, WI#4 -3.4, WI#5 +.2 (tom), WI#6 -3.2, WI#7 -.2, WI#8 -5.4 (first WI since starting Alternative Phase 1 Plan), WI#9 -5.2, WI#10 -2.2, WI#11 -5, WI#12 -6, WI#13 -3.4, WI#14 -.2
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02-11-2012, 08:48 PM
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#79
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Middle of Nowhere!
Posts: 291
S/C/G: 198/154/139
Height: 5'6"
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Maybe your medication needs adjusting? Sure hope you can continue.
It is the end of a great day. Just finished supper of maple salmon, asparagas and salad. I feel so satisfied on the IP plan. I hope it is working as it sure isn't painful! My reflux is already better and sleep so much improved.
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02-11-2012, 08:50 PM
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#80
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Started IP April 27, 2011
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Mississippi
Posts: 5,149
S/C/G: 388/232/200
Height: 5'8
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Quote:
Originally Posted by alex1space
Congrats to everyone's amazing SV and NSV this week!
Seems like an above average amazing week!!
It is always so inspirational to read the amazing stories everyone shares!
Wuv, hope our city treats you well!
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Well we made the trip to Fresh Market and I must say the Dehydrated Okra and green beans were SO WORTH IT!....they are yummy. It was .60 of a lb was $7.69 they are like $12.99 a lb. Its the "chip" I have been looking for, that is for sure!!!
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02-11-2012, 08:52 PM
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#81
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Middle of Nowhere!
Posts: 291
S/C/G: 198/154/139
Height: 5'6"
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Dried okra! I am fascinated. You eat it just that way? Does it have added oil?
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02-11-2012, 08:53 PM
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#82
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Junior Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Wainwright Alberta
Posts: 6
S/C/G: 171/154.2/145
Height: 5' 2"
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Originally Posted by MaMaZu
Celebrated my 20-pound loss today with a trip to the MAC store and got a new shade of lipstick, gloss and blush; feeling pretty pretty!
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Good on you!! I am looking forward to celebrating 20 lbs too, which hopefully will be in the next couple of weeks. Think I may splurge and get my nails done 
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02-11-2012, 09:00 PM
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#83
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Started IP April 27, 2011
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Mississippi
Posts: 5,149
S/C/G: 388/232/200
Height: 5'8
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Samba
Dried okra! I am fascinated. You eat it just that way? Does it have added oil?
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It says sea salt but nothing about oil. Its just like whole stalks and have the crispy taste...SOOOOO YUMMYYY
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02-11-2012, 09:08 PM
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#84
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maykatcooper
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Mountains of East PA but originally from New Orleans
Posts: 290
S/C/G: 235/201/175
Height: 5' 8"
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All the sudden I find the need to say I am past middle age..
Oldish (this is so hard) but WUV I've tried every way I know how... I can't find your note about your loss. I'm so sorry. Losing one you love is so hard. I am praying for you and all who are hurting. You are such an amazing support to our group. Please allow yourself time to mourn... Then come back. We need you. 
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02-11-2012, 09:47 PM
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#85
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Johnstown, Pennsylvania
Posts: 152
S/C/G: High-258/209/175/135
Height: 5' 4"
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Hi all,
Congrats on all the good news.
WUV, sorry for your loss.
I am new to IP. Started researching it a couple of weeks ago and thanks to all the honest info on this forum, was able to make a really informed decision to start. I had lost about 50 lbs. on my own but have not been able to get under 200. For the first time in my life, I decided I would not cheat and do this till I got all the weight off. I have tried almost all the diets, including Atkins. The carb cravings on that one made me crazy (Joe said the bag of pork rinds exploded as I tore into it). I went into this knowing I needed to set aside 3 days to sleep off the headaches (which I did). No way I would cheat and risk going thru THOSE 3 days again. There was a post on here mentioning something like that and it was very helpful.
You all are great and I am thankful for the info provided.
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02-11-2012, 09:51 PM
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#86
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Started IP 1/2/12
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 583
S/C/G: 205/166.8/130
Height: 5'2.5"
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So, I did it! Just sent in my photo and a "Why I want to win" to the photographer. Of course it wasn't perfect and as soon as I hit send I started thinking of things I wanted to change in it, but even if I don't get nominated just stepping out like that is a big deal. Fingers crossed!
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Originally Posted by wuv2bloved
It says sea salt but nothing about oil. Its just like whole stalks and have the crispy taste...SOOOOO YUMMYYY
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I wonder if those are the same things we got at Fresh Market last time I was visiting my sister. I will have to check because they were SO delicious! I had just assumed they were fried, but it was the same, and entire okra pod, lightly salted. They were delicious!
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Originally Posted by JoesHotWife
Hi all,
Congrats on all the good news.
WUV, sorry for your loss.
I am new to IP. Started researching it a couple of weeks ago and thanks to all the honest info on this forum, was able to make a really informed decision to start. I had lost about 50 lbs. on my own but have not been able to get under 200. For the first time in my life, I decided I would not cheat and do this till I got all the weight off. I have tried almost all the diets, including Atkins. The carb cravings on that one made me crazy (Joe said the bag of pork rinds exploded as I tore into it). I went into this knowing I needed to set aside 3 days to sleep off the headaches (which I did). No way I would cheat and risk going thru THOSE 3 days again. There was a post on here mentioning something like that and it was very helpful.
You all are great and I am thankful for the info provided.
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Welcome!! I love your SN!
Last edited by NavyMommy : 02-11-2012 at 09:54 PM.
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02-11-2012, 09:51 PM
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#87
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Maryland
Posts: 104
S/C/G: 259/234/150
Height: 5'3"
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Originally Posted by massconfusion84
I have a dilemma. I can no longer afford this program. I sat down and talked to my husband today and we are thinking I can continue doing a similar routine just off program. I was thinking I could buy the south beach bars and some protein shakes at the store and basically do what I have been just not with the ideal protein packets. I am super sad I really dont want to quit but the money is just not there right now. Im wondering what you guys think? On a happy not I lost 2.5 lbs this week.
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Money is an issue for my family too and the cost of IP isn't helping. If you have a Walmart in your area you can try what I just started doing. I was able to buy very similar vitamins, cal/mag, omegas etc at about 1/3 of the cost. I also picked up the EAS RTD for $4.97 for 4 vs. IP's $5 per drink. Many people use the EAS in place of the IP drinks. I am not sure about the bars but if you have a box with the nutritional info take it into your local store and find which ones are the closet ingredient/nutrition wise.
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259/234/150 
One dancing broccoli for every 5 lbs lost
WI #1 4.00 lbs WI #11 3.0 lbs
WI #2 2.00 lbs WI #12 1.0 lbs
WI #2 3.25 lbs
WI #4 3.00 lbs
WI #5 2.25 lbs
WI #6 .50 lbs
WI #7 2.00 lbs
WI #8 2.00 lbs
WI #9 2.00 lbs
WI 10 +1.00 lbs
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02-11-2012, 09:55 PM
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#88
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Started IP April 27, 2011
Join Date: May 2011
Location: Mississippi
Posts: 5,149
S/C/G: 388/232/200
Height: 5'8
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Quote:
Originally Posted by NavyMommy
I wonder if those are the same things we got at Fresh Market last time I was visiting my sister. I will have to check because they were SO delicious! I had just assumed they were fried, but it was the same, and entire okra pod, lightly salted. They were delicious!
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GRRRRRRRRR.......ok Navymommy...YOU popped my bubble!!!.....went back and looked at the ingredients and there is CANOLA OIL!!!!!!..................GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR RRRRR..........DAMN DAMN DAMN!!!!!!!!!!
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02-11-2012, 10:12 PM
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#89
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Junior Member
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: LA
Posts: 1
S/C/G: 302.5/248.6/180
Height: 5'5
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Hi to all!
I am a newbie, but have been doing IP for about 3 months. I have had great success! I love to read all the posts; they are so inspiring!
Keep up the good work.
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02-11-2012, 10:13 PM
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#90
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Started IP 01/09/12
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: SC.
Posts: 746
S/C/G: 285/ticker/130
Height: 5'6"
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Quote:
Originally Posted by wuv2bloved
GRRRRRRRRR.......ok Navymommy...YOU popped my bubble!!!.....went back and looked at the ingredients and there is CANOLA OIL!!!!!!..................GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR RRRRR..........DAMN DAMN DAMN!!!!!!!!!!
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Oh no lol  !
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