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Monkey Hunter 01-09-2011 01:49 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Crystal88 (Post 3641038)
When I started the program I had brain fog for a couple of weeks. It seemed way longer than what had been advertised, but I stuck with the program anyway. It did clear out. I think it was because my fat cells were releasing so much "gunk" into my bloodstream that had to be cleansed out of my body. Even with the discomfort I could tell something good was happening. I slept a lot too, and that seemed to help.

Both my husband and I experienced muscle weakness. He continued all his athletic activities and ate more restricted (high carb) packets to balance his output - this was recommended by our coach. He is now done with the program and back to normal.

I still have days when my muscles feel weak. I think it's going to continue till I am done with the program, but it's livable as long as I don't try to do high-intensity exercise. Calorie restriction and asking the body to make energy from fat do take a lot of effort by the body.

As long as the intended result is worth it, and the other health measurements are improving (weight, biological age, blood pressure and blood sugar numbers, etc.), some of the discomfort is tolerable and, remember, temporary. This is the rest of a healthy life we are talking about. I don't have the constant excruciating pain I had when I was at my peak weight.
This is so inspiring, thank you.

I have felt fatigue, headaches and some increase in my inflammatory joint pains. Two days ago I went back to bed because I felt so icky. Today I'm feeling better and hope this a sign that my body is adjusting to Phase I. I also cut my caffiene way back from being a coffee addict to 2 cups a day. I had read that the body doesn't tolerate caffiene withdrawel very well, not just the headaches but the full effects of caffiene stimulation.

I also have IBS that started after gall bladder removal and was prescribed Hyomax. My stomach gurgles a lot and I still bloat but so far it is reducing and I hope to get off Hyomax (which is great for IBS but the side effects aren't).

Thank you again for sharing.

Linden 01-09-2011 01:55 PM
Another beautiful word.
 
Frusterating. Isn't that wonderful?

(Oh, boy! you're saying to yourself. I knew it was coming. The chick has finally hatched an egg.)

Au contraire. Words, like scales, are just symbols. They're meaningless until we imbue them, slather them over with, meaning. Still not convinced? Then all I can say to you is Chocolate! Ah ha. Gotcha.

If you'd like a scholarly citation for this marvelous word cum typo, check out the new arrivals thread (and meet a rich new batch of recruits).

Linden 01-09-2011 02:04 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by I'm svelting! (Post 3642350)
Deb, Can you, ummm, secretly cull his inventory? I have friends who've done this with their kids' Hallowe'een, Christmas, and Easter candies. Of course it only works with those who aren't innate quartermaster generals naturally inclined to notice every unauthorized stock depletion. ;)
I was reading this post from the bottom up (before I saw your avatar) but I knew who was writing it. :D:D:D:D:D

Josephine216 01-09-2011 02:28 PM
Hi,

I have a few questions...

1 - I would like to make some taco salad but I'm unsure of dressing. Any ideas?

2 - I have a nice recipe for chicken with spinach but it uses sour cream. I'm not sure what to substitute with.

3 - I'm going to Ottawa next week (first time out of town on IP, a bit nervous but have been reading the travelling posts - thanks!). I'm wondering where I can get WF products.

Thanks a lot people! This site has been so great for me.

PepperGal 01-09-2011 03:12 PM
BBQ Chicken
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by AmyonIP (Post 3641804)
PepperGal, since the BBQ talk and I had just purchased some at Walmart, yes, WF BBQ sauce there! I did that instead. It was soooo good! I take about a 2 ft long piece of tinfoil or longer, fold it in half, in half again, roll the sides in about 3 times on both sides. (it should look like an envelope with an opening to put your chicken in) add BBQ sauce (or whatever dressing) then fold down opening on 2 sides and leave an opening to vent. (hope that made sence) should have taken a picture of it.
Bake 350 for 40 minutes or till it's cooked. Super moist that you think it isn't done yet, but I checked the temp. We did this all the time in the summer on the BBQ, but its too cold out. I will do this again very soon!
Sounds yummy! I, too, found some WF BBQ while shopping at a new market yesterday, so this will be a tasty way to try it. Thanks for sharing! :carrot:

rosemary2612 01-09-2011 03:26 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by CBG (Post 3640613)
You have company! I enjoyed a rare glass of wine last night and will need to make sure I am back on track today! As I am getting closer to goal weight I find myself impatient to get finished and finding it harder to make sure I have the stick withitness to finish what I started. Going on phase II helped (esp over Christmas) as I was getting quite tired of IP packets. Might need to hit phase I hard again to get rid of the last lot.
We all have days when we are tired of IP. I have been tired of it for a couple of weeks. I have been on it almost 9 months and I am so ready to move on. However, I have made a commitment and I am going to finish the weight loss and get into my long velvet dress size 6. Keep up the positive attitude.

Quote:
Originally Posted by I'm svelting! (Post 3640784)
Hey ladies -- glad you're all committed to getting back on the :coach: straight and narrow.

A request to all: If you want to share the details of what your slip, oops, or off-program detour, would you do it in the Ooops Thread? That way people who are feeling a little weak about their commitment to following the protocol won't be tempted by your slip. By all means share that the detour occurred and what you need to get back on track or that you don't know what you need to get back on track, just no food porn! It's hard to know what's going to trigger somebody else. :hug:
Thanks for saying it - :hug:

Quote:
Originally Posted by Crystal88 (Post 3641038)
When I started the program I had brain fog for a couple of weeks. It seemed way longer than what had been advertised, but I stuck with the program anyway. It did clear out. I think it was because my fat cells were releasing so much "gunk" into my bloodstream that had to be cleansed out of my body. Even with the discomfort I could tell something good was happening. I slept a lot too, and that seemed to help.

Both my husband and I experienced muscle weakness. He continued all his athletic activities and ate more restricted (high carb) packets to balance his output - this was recommended by our coach. He is now done with the program and back to normal.

I still have days when my muscles feel weak. I think it's going to continue till I am done with the program, but it's livable as long as I don't try to do high-intensity exercise. Calorie restriction and asking the body to make energy from fat do take a lot of effort by the body.

As long as the intended result is worth it, and the other health measurements are improving (weight, biological age, blood pressure and blood sugar numbers, etc.), some of the discomfort is tolerable and, remember, temporary. This is the rest of a healthy life we are talking about. I don't have the constant excruciating pain I had when I was at my peak weight.
I was way weaker also. Surprisingly, last nigght wwhen I was doing my "bat wing" exercises I decided to try a pushup. I have never been able to do one. I can do them - Yay! I think we just have to retrain ourselves. :carrot:

toothgirl 01-09-2011 03:32 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by AmyonIP (Post 3641804)
PepperGal, since the BBQ talk and I had just purchased some at Walmart, yes, WF BBQ sauce there! I did that instead. It was soooo good! I take about a 2 ft long piece of tinfoil or longer, fold it in half, in half again, roll the sides in about 3 times on both sides. (it should look like an envelope with an opening to put your chicken in) add BBQ sauce (or whatever dressing) then fold down opening on 2 sides and leave an opening to vent. (hope that made sence) should have taken a picture of it.
Bake 350 for 40 minutes or till it's cooked. Super moist that you think it isn't done yet, but I checked the temp. We did this all the time in the summer on the BBQ, but its too cold out. I will do this again very soon!
Yum sounds good! I just bought some WF BBQ and WF ketchup at WalMart here in Va so I'll try the chicken with it.

wendyiris 01-09-2011 03:32 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by dodomommy (Post 3642284)
did i miss this recipe? what is it? is it in the recipe boards?
Hi,
It's on the recipe boards. I haven't tried it yet but everyone raves about it.
You look terrific!
W

wendyiris 01-09-2011 03:34 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by pumpkyparry (Post 3641877)
My oh my....can I say with pride that this is the first year since I can't remember when that I didn't put on between 10-30 lbs from Nov to Jan? It has been a scary time, with all the celebrations...and sweets...everywhere but I still have just shy of 70 lbs. removed from my frame since June 4, 2010 I not only look like a different person, I AM a different person. I can look in the full length mirror and say "you really look good" and not even have one spot that displeases me. Ideal Protein is a wonderful plan that actually does remove the fat......and none of the dangers associated with liposuction!!!! Way to Go...Good Luck and Good Planning to all who are still Newbies...you made the best decision of your life when you chose Ideal Protein. I repeat daily to myself, When You Fail To Plan, You Plan To Fail...it's as easy as that.

Marilyn

Congratulations to you! Thanks for posting and being an inspiration!
Wendy

hawndragon 01-09-2011 03:41 PM
Good For You
 
Quote:
Originally Posted by Coqui (Post 3642280)
I had my official WI #12 yesterday and I just met my goal and even lost an additional pound for a total of 3. I already started Phase 2 and although I sometimes feel a bit full I'm feeling great and there are no cravings. I was having a hard time with this for three weeks. I'm confident know that I can reach to phases 3 and 4 with comfort. Heck if done the most challenging phase already!!


Welcome all new IP followers. Don't understimate your capability of accomplishing your goals. This program is a bit hard in the beginning but keep in mind that it is not forever. There will be a time when you could enjoy your favorite meals with moderation. This program will gradually teach you and train your brain for that. All you have to do is have faith, trust the plan and most importantly believe in yourselves. Your body will take care of the rest.

Have a wonderful Sunday!!!

Ana
Great to hear you are doing well on Phase 2. After reading so many great posts by those of you on the program for a while, I know for sure to just stick to the program and I will get to my ultimate goal of 165.

If it isn't on the protocol sheet, don't eat it. That is what keeps me in line. So far so good. I DO BELIEVE!!

AmyonIP 01-09-2011 05:00 PM
Hi all. I'm so effing mad. I went to a coffee stand and I don't go often but sometimes when we drive around I want to get a coffee. I get an americano with a tiny bit of sugar free flavoring. I always mix up the flavor for variety, but this tasted really sweet. I drank about 8 oz of it and now I have that "cloudy headed" weird feeling like I've been drugged or something. I don't know how much flavoring she put in there (I also put some Vanilla RTD in it) but I am thinking it wasn't sugar free. If it was, I wouldn't feel like this since I haven't felt like this for almost 3 mo. Don't you think? I will stay away from coffee houses from now on because I don't see what they put in the drink. I thought that would be safe. Guess I was oh so wrong. All my hard work, and now this! GGrrr. Well, I have WI tomorrow and we'll see if that will have affected anything.
Thanks for letting me vent. Have a good rest of the weekend.

Mrs Diettrich 01-09-2011 05:25 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by AmyonIP (Post 3643003)
Hi all. I'm so effing mad. I went to a coffee stand and I don't go often but sometimes when we drive around I want to get a coffee. I get an americano with a tiny bit of sugar free flavoring. I always mix up the flavor for variety, but this tasted really sweet. I drank about 8 oz of it and now I have that "cloudy headed" weird feeling like I've been drugged or something. I don't know how much flavoring she put in there (I also put some Vanilla RTD in it) but I am thinking it wasn't sugar free. If it was, I wouldn't feel like this since I haven't felt like this for almost 3 mo. Don't you think? I will stay away from coffee houses from now on because I don't see what they put in the drink. I thought that would be safe. Guess I was oh so wrong. All my hard work, and now this! GGrrr. Well, I have WI tomorrow and we'll see if that will have affected anything.
Thanks for letting me vent. Have a good rest of the weekend.
Truthfully hon, you probably wouldn't see it in WI this week, but next. Especially if it happened today - I suspect that you'll know tomorrow or so if you are kicked out of ketosis, just by the way that you are feeling. I know how you feel though - I always get a little nervous going to Starbucks because I'm afraid I'll get the wrong syrup, but generally I can see them pump it, so I know. At Thomas Hammer's, I can always see which bottle they grab! Another option you have is to just have a little bottle with your own SF flavoring in your car for when you're out running around (or put some in your to-go cup before you leave and then have them add the coffee to that). I hope that you are wrong about the flavoring though! This is what is so much easier about making our own drinks/meals/everything else - so much less to worry about!

Douger963 01-09-2011 05:49 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by Mrs Diettrich (Post 3642532)
The way that I make the chai tea thing is I brew a decaf chai tea bag with 12 oz of water for about 20 min or until the water has cooled off significantly. Then I use the tea water and shake that with the dry vanilla (or I heard butterscotch was good too) pudding mix. Shake till blended, pour in a mug and heat till hot! (Usually a minute or so). Yum. I've never had it with the RTDs - my coach has never had vanilla.

Warning! If you don't follow the directions to cool off the water it may explode on you. Last night I put about 12oz of heated water into the shaker, dropped the tea bags in, steeped for about 4 minutes, put the vanilla mix into the shaker, then closed the small lid and shook it up. Shook it real good. It created so much pressure between the hot water and mix, it popped the small lid off shooting hot tea and pudding mix all over me. I was a mess ha, ha!

I wasn't so concerned about being burnt from the tea, but losing part of my valuable small portion of food!

Douger963 01-09-2011 05:57 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by AmyonIP (Post 3643003)
Hi all. I'm so effing mad. I went to a coffee stand and I don't go often but sometimes when we drive around I want to get a coffee. I get an americano with a tiny bit of sugar free flavoring. I always mix up the flavor for variety, but this tasted really sweet. I drank about 8 oz of it and now I have that "cloudy headed" weird feeling like I've been drugged or something. I don't know how much flavoring she put in there (I also put some Vanilla RTD in it) but I am thinking it wasn't sugar free. If it was, I wouldn't feel like this since I haven't felt like this for almost 3 mo. Don't you think? I will stay away from coffee houses from now on because I don't see what they put in the drink. I thought that would be safe. Guess I was oh so wrong. All my hard work, and now this! GGrrr. Well, I have WI tomorrow and we'll see if that will have affected anything.
Thanks for letting me vent. Have a good rest of the weekend.
I'm kind of a creature of habit and go to the same stand where they know me pretty well. I had the girls all screwed up last week, making them create different versions on different days, depending on what I was adding myself. I got a little paranoid they weren't putting the 1oz of cream or milk in. Especially when I heard them say they weren't sure how much that was. That's when I started making them at home.

Mamadancer 01-09-2011 05:58 PM
Quote:
Originally Posted by AmyonIP (Post 3643003)
Hi all. I'm so effing mad. I went to a coffee stand and I don't go often but sometimes when we drive around I want to get a coffee. I get an americano with a tiny bit of sugar free flavoring. I always mix up the flavor for variety, but this tasted really sweet. I drank about 8 oz of it and now I have that "cloudy headed" weird feeling like I've been drugged or something. I don't know how much flavoring she put in there (I also put some Vanilla RTD in it) but I am thinking it wasn't sugar free. If it was, I wouldn't feel like this since I haven't felt like this for almost 3 mo. Don't you think? I will stay away from coffee houses from now on because I don't see what they put in the drink. I thought that would be safe. Guess I was oh so wrong. All my hard work, and now this! GGrrr. Well, I have WI tomorrow and we'll see if that will have affected anything.
Thanks for letting me vent. Have a good rest of the weekend.

I go to Starbucks and buy the whole bottle of sugar-free flavouring. (9.99C) If I know I will be out and about, I take my travel mug and put in my milk, splenda and flavour and get the coffee put in after. Then I know for sure what is in it.


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