Kissten,
Have you lost weight?
The book does say that you can skip Phase 1 if need be, but if you don't, you need to follow it well.
Regular oatmeal is what you can have, NOT instant.
Read labels and see what is in them.
You are allowed PB, and the natural is the best. If you HAVE to have chocolate, semisweet is better with some pistachios.
If you HAVE to have something sweet remember the 3 bite rule.
Keep to the food list.
Cravings should be gone, for me, by the 3rd day. Remember to cut back on portions if this is a problem, and if you are eating fruit in the morning, DON'T, it sets you up for wanting more by raising your sugar levels.
You can have 30 pistachios, 15 almonds, 20 peanuts.
SF popsicles and fudge bars.
Celery stuffed with FF cream cheese or PB.
Keep us informed and GOOD LUCK
If you think you need to stay in Phase 1 for another week do so. Otherwise see how it goes in Phase 2. You can always go back.
Lady