Hey everyone! Hope you all had a blessed Thanksgiving!!! I was reading over some of the last posts and wanted to add in. No, the issue of milk is never discussed but other people had talked about how we are allowed to have cheese so I would say use it in moderation? The "EZ" bread I found was at Wegman's grocery store in the "organic" freezer section. The sesame bread is really good (a little dry though if you don't put anything on it.) That company also makes a good cinnamon raison bread as well. I also have a health food store around me that also carries the "EZ" bread. The bread REALLY helped me so I felt satisfied that I could have a sandwich and then it didn't feel like a "diet" anymore.

So I am on week 6 now and I have lost 15 pounds so far. It is coming off slow (I was hoping I would lose alot more based on the fantastic first week) but I am happy with my results because I FEEL so good eating less carbs. I haven't had any sugar treats since I started so on Thanksgiving I ate a small piece of pumpkin pie and lemon marange (sp?). I lost a pound and couldn't believe it!

I wish you all continued success!
Hey Karrie-how are you doing? How about you LowcarbLu?

Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. I was traveling and knew it was going to be hard to stick to my plan, which it was. I actually lost a little though! Last week was to be week 5 but due to Thanksgiving I am making this week week 5. I have some "EZ" bread in the freezer but haven't tried it yet. I wasn't a big sandwich eater to begin with. I found it at a health food store in the freezer section. It was quite expensive. As far as milk goes I don't drink it much but I do use 1/2 & 1/2 and count the carbs. I don't know how many carbs my skim milk has because I buy it at a local dairy in a glass bottle and it doesn't have a nutrition label. I do want to share that in the Conquer book there is a recipe for Fake French Toast and it is really good. My family even likes it and can't believe how much it tastes like french toast.

hi everyone
 

I just started the Wendy Chants diet today. I hope this works because this is my last chance diet.

Are you guys counting carbs? I am just nearing the end of 3 weeks - but I'm not losing - after the initial 1st week 7 lbs. I have been very faithful - so not sure. :?: Think I'll go back and re-read the book.

From what I understood is that you should stay on the low carb just like the first week except to add the starches on the baseline and the carb-up days. I'm only on my 3rd day today I've lost 4 pounds so far. I'm sure it's mostly water weight.

Hey girls -(and guys!) - I am now nearing the end of week three. I think I'm down 8 pounds in total - and I say I "think" because the scale at the gym seems to be a bit wonky! You gain or loose weight instantly - just by shifting your weight on the scale a bit! I have a question - it's a bit "personal" but I need to ask! Is anyone else having "bowel" issues with this plan? I am finding that I either am not having a BM, or - I am, and I'm having it RIGHT NOW!! I'm wondering if I'm just lacking the right pre &/or pro biotics necessary for normal bowel function. Just thought I'd ask to see if it's an issue with anyone else on this plan. Also - with respect to the half and half in coffee, milk, etc. I am putting half and half in my coffee. It's low on carb's - too high on fat, I'm sure, but....it's something I really don't want to compromise on, and in the grand scheme of things - if that is going to determine my success or failure....i don't know. Would make me question the effectiveness of the whole plan in general. I don't doubt it'll slow my progress, but it shouldn't stop it altogether.

Originally Posted by jillybean61:
Is anyone else having "bowel" issues with this plan?

Hi JillyBean61! :wave: - are you still doing 1 cup of broccoli a day? The purpose, not only the vit's in it, but it will help you to regulate your bowels too! :D

Just found this thread - :yikes: I have 10 pages to :book2:!
I will be starting on WEEK 1 tomorrow.
Started Week 1 last Monday - but things got in my way (stink'n think'n, neck problems, DH health problems) but I'm back - and ready to DO THIS! :cheer:

Will keep ya informed as to my progress - also will get caught up on this thread too! :D

See ya Lighter!
Kim :trampo:

Hello
 

I just want to know if you still in the plan and how many pounds you lost so far since this last post. I just start the program yesterday and I would like to know any advice or recommendation since you've been in the program for so long and had lost all this pounds.

Originally Posted by Jerri906:
Whoa...there is no promise of a 16 lb weight loss! There have been people who have but the average that I've seen is 7-10 lbs. I lost 10 my first week and 20 in the first 8 weeks and 73 so far. Yes, Rachel & Jenny (in the magazine) are very real people and their stories are true. I've been involved with the program for a little over a year now and am very happy with it. I have never stuck to anything this long and have never lost this much with any program.

The reason that Wendy doesn't care for soy is because of the affect on hormones, estrogen in particular. Pork is discouraged because of the protein usuage rate. The body can use 100% of the protein from an egg, 90% from beef, poultry, or fish, 80% from cottage cheese and only 70% from pork. I do have pork on occasion but stick primarily to the others.

Happy Cracking folks!

Hi everybody! this is my first week. Today is my second day and I feel great so far. I actually lost 2 pounds and 3 ounces, I'm pretty sure that is water loss but I'm so happy, I would be stick to the plan. I accept suggestions. Good luck everybody.

Week One - Day Two!
 

Originally Posted by Nara727:
Hi everybody! this is my first week. Today is my second day and I feel great so far. I actually lost 2 pounds and 3 ounces, I'm pretty sure that is water loss but I'm so happy, I would be stick to the plan. I accept suggestions. Good luck everybody.

:congrat: :woohoo: WTG! You ROCK!

Originally Posted by PrairieChick:
:congrat: :woohoo: WTG! You ROCK!

First time posting over here. I am a Wendy Chant follower. I have been doing the plan since 10/20/2008. Restarting again after the Holidays. Total lost is many inches and 16 lbs. Looking to release more fat after all this Christmas stuff is over.

Hi Kim....I remember you from over on LCF board. We have all come under fire for posting links, etc. New management, etc.

Just marking my spot for future reference. KUTGW everyone!

Originally Posted by Gemini0604:
First time posting over here. I am a Wendy Chant follower. I have been doing the plan since 10/20/2008. Restarting again after the Holidays. Total lost is many inches and 16 lbs. Looking to release more fat after all this Christmas stuff is over.

Hi Kim....I remember you from over on LCF board. We have all come under fire for posting links, etc. New management, etc.

Just marking my spot for future reference. KUTGW everyone!

OH NO! I hope you remember GOOD things about me! :crazy:
Yep, I was one that came under fire - just don't need the hassle. It hit in the middle of week 1 - so I quit the WOE and the web site and came here - I like it a WHOLE LOT MORE here!

A wonderful member here talked me into getting back on program and not waiting till the first of the year - I'm glad I did! :broc: (yep, one cup a day for the first week!)

Well, I am on Week ONE (Deplete) and Day 5. My ENERGY kicked in last night, only got 2 hours of sleep and then up like a :bunny2: - 2:30 am and still go'n - I need to learn how to USE this energy - but the program says not to exercise the first week.

The pounds are all over the place - really lost, not back up - but I refuse to take it seriously until my weigh in on Monday. I have been a VERY GOOD GIRL and have not messed up ONCE on this week! WooHoo - I don't want to have to do it again!

I read that once you do release, you don't have to do it again. If you fell off the program - that 3 days of Carb Deplete is all you need and just get back into it.

It is not a cure all program - but the energy I have now is amazing! Seems like the little burner has kicked in! :broc:

I am VERY NEW to "Crack" so if you can give me some tips, that would be awesome!

Great to have each other here - there are others - we just need to find them!

I started the thread "Starting on 1/4/10" and there are some people there asking questions and also following the program - just do a search for Wendy Chant or Crack or Conquer and you should be able to find some support buddies. If you find one and I'm not there - let me know! I'll do the same for you! :hug:

Yep, we were spoiled with the thread on LCF - but I KNOW you are going to call 3FC HOME soon!

See ya Lighter! ~ Kim :trampo:

BTW - 3FC's was having problems logging in today - :woohoo: they are back - I was on withdrawals! :yikes:

hey hey hey guys! I ordered this book from ebay. I have been doing low carb and feel much better and have heard of this book so I ordered it. I'm thinking of starting this after Christmas. It seems to be a successful plan and there seems to be some great info on food and how it affects your body in the book. I cant wait to read it! Wish there was a sticky for this diet plan. good luck guys! :)

Welcome!
 

Originally Posted by LeslieLou:
hey hey hey guys! I ordered this book from ebay. I have been doing low carb and feel much better and have heard of this book so I ordered it. I'm thinking of starting this after Christmas. It seems to be a successful plan and there seems to be some great info on food and how it affects your body in the book. I cant wait to read it! Wish there was a sticky for this diet plan. good luck guys! :)

:wel3fc:
Great to have ya with the Thread! ;)

May I suggest you check out this thread when I FIRST came to 3FC and especially look at the response I got from Lori Bell on 12/3/09 :book2:

http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/intr...-1-4-10-a.html

I'm think'n about starting a MONTHY Crack/Conquer Thread - what ya think? :chin:

Hope this helps!
Lori Bell is the REASON I am finishing up Week 1 - Deplete! I am go grateful to her - I feel SO much better now - my mind is clearer after just 6 days on Week one....

See ya Lighter!
Kim :broc:

hey Kim....thanks for the post...yes I understand that starting today is important.....but first I need to read the book and that wont get here until next week. So...that is the reason I am waiting. But, meanwhile I am doing low carb and will splurge a little on Christmas but not much. Overeating these days makes me feel yucko anyway :) I'm so glad you feel better...and that it is working well for you! :) Oh, and I think starting a monthly or even a weekly thread on crack the weight loss would be great!