Originally Posted by meshell5488 (Post 3261163)

Hello All,
I've been hanging around and reading all your posts for the past few weeks and can't believe the great results and support you all have here. Because of all of you I officially joined and started IP on Tuesday (the cost of this program though is quite staggering but a an investment in me!). I'm confused because it seems like every coach has different general guidelines so I'm confused.

My coach says I should eat 5 packs a day, 1 must be from the restricted list. Says because of my weight I need more 'fuel' and that I won't be successful if I skip the 1 R and only have 4 packs a day. She also told me to increase to 3 cups of veggies (with salad) vs. 2 cups. Told me to limit my exercise, no cardio, for at least first week or 2 (so we're working on weight training and core strengthing again).

Only side effects I've had is light headedness. I'm still only using 4 packs/day but added the 1R yesterday, and what a huge energy boost I had that afternoon/evening. I started the morning with the 1R (chocolate pancake) today to see if that helps my day. Bought me a 56oz jug and fill it 2x's per day to get my water in (going to start adding sliced lemons to it). Oh...I found "skinny water" has 0cal/0carb/0fat and tastes like fruit punch - thats my 1 extra treat each day. Also, I havent found any WF dressing I like yet, but found their BBQ sauce, gonna try it tonite on chicken.

I also decided to 'premake' my packs in the morning, cover and refrig till I need them - everything comes out super cold and yummy - the spaghetti bolognese was great reheated yesterday over salad and very filling. Chicken soup - again, thanks to hints here, I blended with spinich, added s&p and it was a wonderful creamy spinich soup.

Can't wait till monday to weigh in - i'm afraid to step on my scale at home - I don't want to be disappointed - I've got a long road ahead but this one may be different...I don't feel alone..thanks to this forum.

Originally Posted by chimpchamp (Post 3260798)

Lindora products are VERY DIFFERENT from the IP products. IP uses only sucralose (SPLENDA) to sweeten itmes while Lindora uses aspartame (EQUAL) and often high fructose corn syrup! HFC???? That's just pure empty calories so I would not equate Lindora to IP. Also, the Lindora bars are not manufactured by the same company as the IP bars ~~the ingredients are different even though the Nutrition Info Label may be similar. The ingredients are soooooooooo important.

Originally Posted by jordanna (Post 3261175)

Thanks!!



My little guys first birthday is today too!! AND CONGRATS ON THE 170's!!! That's so great!



regarding the headache - have you tried half a tsp of salt in 8 oz of water yet? Give that a try it was the magical cure for my first few days!!

Originally Posted by libbyshims (Post 3261162)

The after, taken April 17, 2010. *** Just found out from my coach that I can move into Phase 2!!!*** Yay!

Originally Posted by chimpchamp (Post 3260798)

Lindora products are VERY DIFFERENT from the IP products. IP uses only sucralose (SPLENDA) to sweeten itmes while Lindora uses aspartame (EQUAL) and often high fructose corn syrup! HFC???? That's just pure empty calories so I would not equate Lindora to IP. Also, the Lindora bars are not manufactured by the same company as the IP bars ~~the ingredients are different even though the Nutrition Info Label may be similar. The ingredients are soooooooooo important.

Originally Posted by beyourbestinidaho (Post 3261220)

Some of their products are very different, however, others are exactly the same thing. I have made two very large orders and for example on the hot chocolate and the BBQ soy nuts--the silver packet has like lot numbers and they have been identical to the ones I got from IP. Furthermore, I asked my coach and she said the same place makes these products under four different names yet they are the same. Yes, you do need to watch ingredients--some are not the same but some are and they are definitely not pure empty calories!!!

Originally Posted by BevS (Post 3261229)

Only a few of Lindora's items contain aspartame. I have never bought any of those. Lindora's website allows you to check the ingredients before you buy anything. Someone on this forum checked with Ideal Protein, and she said that the caramel nut bar is indeed made by the same manufacturer. This is the only bar I use. Ideal Protein may not use aspartame, but they do use other sweeteners besides sucralose, especially acesulfame potassium. Ideal Protein's BBQ ridges have MSG, which many people are sensitive to. Many of Ideal Protein's bars have agave syrup, which has even more fructose than high fructose corn syrup and is not a healthy alternative to sugar. I'm just saying that Ideal Protein foods are not magic, and neither are Lindora foods. We need to check the ingredients on anything we order and choose wisely. If Ideal Protein foods were not so over priced, I would be glad to order solely from them. As it is, they are making a killing when they don't need to.

Originally Posted by BevS (Post 3261229)

Only a few of Lindora's items contain aspartame. I have never bought any of those. Lindora's website allows you to check the ingredients before you buy anything. Someone on this forum checked with Ideal Protein, and she said that the caramel nut bar is indeed made by the same manufacturer. This is the only bar I use. Ideal Protein may not use aspartame, but they do use other sweeteners besides sucralose, especially acesulfame potassium. Ideal Protein's BBQ ridges have MSG, which many people are sensitive to. Many of Ideal Protein's bars have agave syrup, which has even more fructose than high fructose corn syrup and is not a healthy alternative to sugar. I'm just saying that Ideal Protein foods are not magic, and neither are Lindora foods. We need to check the ingredients on anything we order and choose wisely. If Ideal Protein foods were not so over priced, I would be glad to order solely from them. As it is, they are making a killing when they don't need to.

Originally Posted by Chaplains wifey (Post 3261237)

I just placed an order for the first time with them yesterday . Can you tell me any info on these products , cheesecake , custard pudding , tomatoe soup, strawberry smoothie, the carmel nut bar , and the chocolate cake . I dont want to mess up my progress but I keep hearing others using these and loosing . I just wanted some diffrent options .

Originally Posted by libbyshims (Post 3261162)

The after, taken April 17, 2010. *** Just found out from my coach that I can move into Phase 2!!!*** Yay!

Originally Posted by Vicjul (Post 3261185)

Today's weigh in should be interesting.

I am weighing in late in the afternoon (I usually weigh in the morning) and I wore jeans today (usually wear yoga pants) but if I am up I will know why. I am afraid to go as I know I am down as my scale said 195 this morning but that won’t be the case after drinking 3 liters of water and having breakfast and lunch.

Originally Posted by beyourbestinidaho (Post 3261232)

Congratulations CW and Jordanna on your great losses--enjoy your special day with your kids. Carla you look wonderful in the picture--pictures say so much.

Originally Posted by ckanable (Post 3260071)

Weighed myself yesterday and today and I officially weigh less than my hubby!!! This has been a huge confidence booster as I basically stopped looking at my weight or telling my husband my weight after I started weighing more than him. I rewarded myself with pedicure (yay for red toes) and a new pair of skinny jeans (size 10!!) for my trip to Seattle this weekend :) I also weigh 155 - which means I am halfway to my goal weight of 130 :broc: