My clinic gave me expired puddings today as part of my three boxes. I don't know what to think? She even had expired written on the box. Any suggestions.
I agree with Lisa. If they were given to you for free, enjoy! If you paid full price demand you get new boxes.
It's more of a CYA thing with the expiration dates, these sealed packets will be good after the date.
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IP has been a get-out-of-obesity-jail card for me. I found it relatively pleasant to follow, too. Just recently I had to use P1 to get some holiday weight off after about 4 months on P4. Each time on P1 I've bumped into very low mood, accompanied by irritability and absentmindedness (more than baseline!) that improves with added carbs. But, if I go over a certain carb amount, that brings in another set of issues, eg slower weight loss on P1, cravings on P4.
It seems there is a such narrow margin of the right amount and type of carbs, for me anyway. I had planned to continue eating very low-carb ongoing, maybe even stay in mild ketosis at a higher calorie intake. I am so interested to find out what experiences others have had with mood and cognitive function on the various phases of IP. Thanks!
My mood was fine when I started IP in August. I just started my post-holiday reboot, and I have been miserable for two weeks. However, I really do not think that my mood is related to IP. I am just miserable at work, the weather has me down, and it is my second TOM in a month.
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He's anyone ordered from Nashua lately? How long did it take to receive your order? They have a note on their website about delays, so I was curious. Usually they're very fast!
Mine took six business days to arrive. I ordered last week (Sunday, Jan. 5).
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Just had an "ah ha" moment...My daughter is day-time potty trained, but still wears a pull-up for naps and bedtime. We're working on weaning the nap one first and today she woke up dry! I was so happy and wanted to positively reinforce her, so I offered a treat! Seconds after I did I regretted it. I do not want to start her off with the mindset that food is a reward! My Mom did (and still does) that to me and I reward myself with junk after a long day at work all the time! Next time, I'll be more mindful!
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Maybe the treat could be a sticker or extra book at bed time. That's what my sister did with my nephew who's 3. That way you can turn the word treat into something more than food. Might be helpful for your own mind to change the meaning of that word in your head.
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Or a book RIGHT THEN. Remember, young children need immediate reinforcement (unless the potty happens right before bed)
Definitely! An immediate reward, if possible, is ideal for the youngest ones. Perhaps a sticker chart could be the immediate reward if you don't always have time for a book right away. Then so many stickers could equal a bigger reward (fun kiddie undies, extra play time with Mommy, a new book, etc.). Good luck with the training!
I will have rebooted 2 weeks this friday and I still am in a "low" mood and a friend dragged me out today and it felt good. It happened the first time around with IP too. So many people on IP state that they feel great and have increased energy. I NEVER did when I did IP in 2011, I never felt like myself until I started phase 3 and then 4. Everyone is different, but don't feel like something is wrong if you don't feel ON TOP of the WORLD! lol
Have a nice evening and congrats to all the losses & NSV's!
I will have rebooted 2 weeks this friday and I still am in a "low" mood and a friend dragged me out today and it felt good. It happened the first time around with IP too. So many people on IP state that they feel great and have increased energy. I NEVER did when I did IP in 2011, I never felt like myself until I started phase 3 and then 4. Everyone is different, but don't feel like something is wrong if you don't feel ON TOP of the WORLD! lol
Glad you got out today Bellamack. It's amazing how intertwined our brain wiring and carb metabolism are, and same goes for how differently IP affects each of us. Half the time I feel like I'm meant to live on restricted carbs because of the sense of well-being & the rest of the time I want to take mood elevators!
New to the 3FC on a Diet Board- Been on IP 6 months
I've been on IP for 6 months and lost 50lbs. Went on vacation early December and have found it HARD to get back on track for more than a week at a time before I cheat and ruin my hard work. Any guidance or advice for staying on plan and losing this last 12 lbs??? My husband was very supportive, but now sees me cheat while I spent 100.00 a week on IP foods.. HELP!!!
I've been on IP for 6 months and lost 50lbs. Went on vacation early December and have found it HARD to get back on track for more than a week at a time before I cheat and ruin my hard work. Any guidance or advice for staying on plan and losing this last 12 lbs??? My husband was very supportive, but now sees me cheat while I spent 100.00 a week on IP foods.. HELP!!!
Yup. It's hard. So was losing the 50.
It's attitude adjustment time because:
Time to get back the "no matter what" attitude and get it done
My DH tells me all the time, "if it was easy, everyone would do it"
Thanks Lisa. I know its more mental than anything; I have 2 work events coming up with food and I am contemplating not going to either just to stay on track. I was so motivated the first 50 and now I am so close to my goal that I am burnt out and giving up too easy. Your hubby is right, if it was easy, everyone would do it.
I need to get this done.
I've been on IP for 6 months and lost 50lbs. Went on vacation early December and have found it HARD to get back on track for more than a week at a time before I cheat and ruin my hard work. Any guidance or advice for staying on plan and losing this last 12 lbs??? My husband was very supportive, but now sees me cheat while I spent 100.00 a week on IP foods.. HELP!!!
In the words of ISHBEL on the Maintainers Thread:
Being overweight is hard
Losing weight is hard
Maintaining weight is hard
So pick your hard. Like Lisa said...if it was easy everyone would be doing it!
Thanks Lisa. I know its more mental than anything; I have 2 work events coming up with food and I am contemplating not going to either just to stay on track. I was so motivated the first 50 and now I am so close to my goal that I am burnt out and giving up too easy. Your hubby is right, if it was easy, everyone would do it.
I need to get this done.
feeling great and looking forward to the next week!
