Originally Posted by pitakitten (Post 3390190)

about to pull the trigger on some lindora bars. YAY or NAY? Craving for something sweet has been killing me lately.

Originally Posted by pitakitten (Post 3390222)

they for sure fall under restricted. I am towards the end of my second week of phase II and I think for the past 3 months while on this diet I have only had 4 to 5 restricted items, 2 of which have been IP bars. Currently I have about maybe 2 more pounds till my goal and I just thought I deserved a sweet treat :)

was wondering more about their taste as they are cheaper than the IP ones.

Originally Posted by natchamp (Post 3390234)

How many here have read Dr. Tran Tien Chanh's book The Unbalanced Diet Approach to a Slimmer You?

Originally Posted by lcw32 (Post 3389898)

How are any of you getting around 800 calories per day following the program? I've tracked mine on Livestrong's "My Plate" and I haven't had more than 750 calories in a day and the two days I did have over 700 I had 4 or 5 packages. I'm concerned about this low calorie intake -- it's over 2000 cals short of what I would need to maintain my current weight.

I got some pushback from my coach about having the fish/meat at anytime other than dinner, and about having it more than once. Not that I have a great deal of confidence in her. Her knowledge of the system appears to be superficial, seems as if she's trying to remember something somebody told her and that she knows she's supposed to know. She's nice person who lost 50 lbs on IP but doesn't have a lot of experience delivering an intangible service (e.g. coaching).

Originally Posted by deinekatze (Post 3389472)

They actually told you to HAVE one restricted package a day? hmmm For me it was IF you wanted it. Actually the Stew and Spaghetti also say ONLY have once or twice a week. Maybe you want to look into not having the restricted one every day?

Originally Posted by BevS (Post 3389494)

Hi, Linden. You started at the same weight I did and have the same goal approximately. If you are in ketosis at 800 calories, you are not in starvation mode. If you are not in ketosis, then yes, you would be in starvation mode. I notice you are having a restricted item once a day. I did the same. But some people on here do better with a restricted item only 2-3 times per week. Carla's coach hasn't allowed her to have any restricted items at all yet. And she's been doing the diet for months. If you are having the bars, the sugar alcohols in them may be increasing your blood sugar too much. Some people are more sensitive to it than others. Also, maybe you are just suffering from constipation and need to try some of the magnesium citrate. Is your weight 169 like your tracker says or have you truly gained all the weight back? If it's 169, 15 pounds of weight loss since June isn't too shabby.

Originally Posted by Golfergirl67 (Post 3389889)

Morning all!!! I was trying to look through all the posts looking for veggie nutritional count if anyone knows where to look please point me in the right direction THANKS

Originally Posted by natchamp (Post 3390234)

How many here have read Dr. Tran Tien Chanh's book The Unbalanced Diet Approach to a Slimmer You?

Originally Posted by dietfrenzy (Post 3390294)

I had the same concern [very low calories] when I first started and mentioned it to my coach. He told me that if I am very concerned about it, then to add an extra ounce of protein during dinner or have an extra IP pack. Honestly, it is really up to you depending on your comfort level. The coaches are there to give us guidance and help us follow protocol. But we know our bodies better than anyone. If you feel it is low, then it is low. Also, if you exercise, definitely take an extra IP pack.

He was not picky about when to have the real protein meal, lunch or dinner was OK. Most of the times, I have my real, non-IP food during dinner but occasionally, I have it for lunch depending on where I am.

Originally Posted by lcw32 (Post 3390398)

I used to be able to stay up late (midnight) and typically slept in later in the morning. These days I'm yawning and sleepy as early as 8 pm and waking up at the crack'o'dawn. Did anybody else find that IP reset your circadian rhythm?

Originally Posted by lcw32 (Post 3390398)

I used to be able to stay up late (midnight) and typically slept in later in the morning. These days I'm yawning and sleepy as early as 8 pm and waking up at the crack'o'dawn. Did anybody else find that IP reset your circadian rhythm?

Originally Posted by Stacey41 (Post 3390404)

Of course, it helps that as soon as I open my eyes I want to run to the bathroom to jump on the scale. ;)

Originally Posted by natchamp (Post 3390411)

ICW32,
You are very tall. I was wondering if you feel the same thing...The 60lbs I've gained in the last 12 years has only resulted in going up two sizes. I sometimes feel down after my more petite friends lose 20lbs. and go down three dress sizes. I try to concentrate on inches and not dress size since I only forsee getting down to a size 14.

What are the thoughts out there amongst the above average height members?

How do you keep motivated after seeing friends drop sizes and you are not, even though losing weight?

Originally Posted by lcw32 (Post 3390429)

Also that I can eat more and still lose or maintain when the time comes. :p

Originally Posted by lcw32 (Post 3390429)

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news ... :(
Nope ... You need to be registered for at least 20 days AND have written 20 posts