I've got questions... 1st: this is Day 5 for me and it's the first day I feel more like myself. Been feeling kinda puny since I started the diet (lack of fries and chocolate, I think!). I seriously was eating out of control before starting SBD. Had thoughts time to time about starting, but finally made a serious commitment with myself. Heartburn every day, looking in the mirror and zeroing in on my double chin. I haven't been doing myself any favors in the health aspect. I should know better, I've been yo-yo dieting for years. I'm only 5'1" so the pounds show pretty fast. Have been on Atkins, didn't do well, only 8 pounds in like 5 months. Then WW and I made lifetime losing 40 pounds. My deal is I can't keep it off. Been struggling with "the diet mentality" way of thinking.
Frannymae, thanks for the tip on website scaleitdown.com. It really applies to me and the way I've been thinking about dieting. I hope all you will check it out. It may be helpful to you.
That said, I'm still a little confused with the foods and/or the amount of foods allowed. Should the daily menu plan be followed to the letter? By that I mean, I realize you don't have to eat the specific choices given, but can you have a snack of something allowed that is sugar-free (like Jello) or a diet soda, whenever?