[annie33]

Hello everyone,
I did phase one of SB two years ago and lost about eight pounds, but I finished it the day before Thanksgiving. Let's just say I never made it to phase two. Also, I thought maybe I lost the weight because I just wasn't eating much of anything (got sick of salads) I guess my question is if people continue to lose weight in phase two. It seems like the scale gets stuck for alot of people after the first few weeks. I try to eat healthy- mostly whole foods- but I am definately an emotional eater. I'd like to lose 20 lbs before my wedding in May. I'm 5' 7'', 170 lbs. Is SB the way to go? Thanks, Annie

[Barb0522]

It has worked well for me. I only lost 4 pounds when I did phase 1 but I have gradually lost about 70 total. I never eat salads either. I love to cook and make delicious meals in both phase 1 and phase 2. Tonight we had Indian Tomato Soup along with pork tenderloin and a mixture of veggies. Those who have more to lose tend to lose faster. I know the last few pounds have taken me the longest but that is okay. I know I am much healther than I was when I started this.

Make sure you check out the food lists in the FAQ section. There are quite a few changes in the last few years. Milk and tomatoes are allowed in phase 1 while carrots and bananas are now okay in phase 2.

[annie33]

Congratulations on your success Barbara. I guess I need to revisit the books for some new ideas if I want to make it work. ~ Annie

[2BFIT1]

Annie!!

[pearshape]

I love P2. I lose better and feel better on P2 than on any diet I've ever been on. P1 is great for cravings but P2 is the SBD. The key to a succesful P2 is water, 4 1/2 C of vegetables a day, and portion control for the good starches and fats. You may want to count calories too. That's helped me alot. I've lost 5 pound this month so far on P2. Good luck and welcome to the beach.

[Ruthxxx]

to our Beach!

Some of us never eat salads, Annie. Be sure to review not just the book but also the Revised LIst of Phase I foods in our Frequently Asked Questions Sections. There have been several additions including dairy and tomatoes in Phase I.