Originally Posted by Douger963 (Post 3643094)

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!

Originally Posted by tcswain (Post 3642558)

Had my WI in yesterday -- just didn't get it posted. I lost another 3.4 pounds. Today is my birthday and my husband is going to take me to supper for a very planned birthday meal so I stay within protocol. However, birthday cake will be chocolate pancake made into muffins -- he even bought me some silicone bakeware muffin cups that I can use to make them !! He is so supportive.

However, last night my Mom was asking me how much more I want to lose. I would like to lose a total of 60 for sure (have over 42 off) and may go down another 10 pounds lower before I phase off -- but here is what she said: "Don't lose too much more, your face you will be too thin." Though she was excited that I was losing weight, now I think I am in for that kind of reaction. But I am not going to let it deter me -- I am going to do this until I feel really good.

Originally Posted by kaarin (Post 3643132)

I am a little anxious about something. This morning TOM started. Wouldn't be a big deal except that I haven't seen TOM for TWO YEARS!!! Has anyone else experienced this? I am a little worried about it (that it might be something else) and I will be calling my doctor tomorrow I think. :?:

Originally Posted by CheekyWit (Post 3641433)

Iam on day 2 and I can certainly sympathize with the headache thing---uggggg. But I think this is all part of the process. I am apologizing for this question as I am sure it has been asked several times (maybe we could make a sticky for this) but what kinds of IP foods do you all like? My coach gave me a variety to try. To be honest I am having issues with the really sweet ones (puddings and drinks) - I cannot stand the flavor of fake sugar and some of them are sickeningly sweet - sadly my issue is with fats and savory carbs not sweets. (same goes for Walden Farms dressings I have bought Italian, Honey Mustard, Ceasar and Ranch -- I like them in the order I have typed them but I have to really doctor them up). I do like most of the savory packets I have tried. For those of you, like me, who like it when someone tries something and comments on it or reviews it - I tried the Kale chip recipe today --- Excellent!!! Thanks to those of you who posted that recipe/idea

Originally Posted by 100ButterflyKisses (Post 3641594)

Welcome to all the people just starting IP!!! :)

As for headaches and brain fog, I found for myself they went away pretty much after the first week of my body adjusting. Also, I've found on "sluggish" days that the sooner I have my first food and vitamins, the quicker my body perks up.

Silly question... my BBQ is almost gone and was wondering on suggestions to get the last little bit out? Anyone use anything to get the rest out (trying to avoid water as it dilutes the flavor too much)? It's sooo thick there's just too much left at bottom to throw away.

Originally Posted by kaarin (Post 3643132)

:

I am a little anxious about something. This morning TOM started. Wouldn't be a big deal except that I haven't seen TOM for TWO YEARS!!! Has anyone else experienced this? I am a little worried about it (that it might be something else) and I will be calling my doctor tomorrow I think. :?:

Originally Posted by kaarin (Post 3643132)

:bday2you:
Hope you are having a wonderful birthday!

I am a little anxious about something. This morning TOM started. Wouldn't be a big deal except that I haven't seen TOM for TWO YEARS!!! Has anyone else experienced this? I am a little worried about it (that it might be something else) and I will be calling my doctor tomorrow I think. :?:

Originally Posted by wendyiris (Post 3643184)

Hi, all...

I posted this on the recipe thread. I just roasted the garlic tonight...will finish the soup tomorrow:

I saw this on the Food Channel today and looked up the recipe. It looks like it is good for Phases 1-4.

Lemon Chicken Soup
Recipe courtesy Claire Robinson, 2010

Prep Time:10 min
Inactive Prep Time:--Cook Time:50 min
Level: Easy Serves: 4 to 6 servings.



Ingredients
•1 large head garlic, cut in 1/2 horizontally through cloves
•6 cups low-sodium chicken stock
•1/2 cup fresh lemon juice, plus thin slices for garnishing
•2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves, plus more for garnishing
•Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
•2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, preferably organic, cut into bite-size pieces

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Put the garlic halves, cut side down, on a sheet of aluminum foil on a rimmed baking sheet. Add 2 tablespoons chicken stock and wrap the foil around the garlic, keeping the cut sides flat on the sheet tray. Roast until the garlic is very soft, about 30 minutes. Remove the garlic from the oven and let stand until cool enough to handle.


Squeeze the soft garlic from the head with your fingers into a large saucepan. Whisk in 1 cup of the stock to loosen the garlic paste and put the pot over medium-high heat. Add the remaining stock, lemon juice, and chopped tarragon; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and add the chicken. Cover and cook until the chicken is just cooked through, about 9 to 12 minutes.

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with thin slices of lemon and a sprinkle of fresh tarragon leaves.

Originally Posted by Aunt Sheshie (Post 3643257)

By all means, see your doctor, but I suspect it might be a good thing... I know, hard to believe, but remember fat is a depository for all sorts of substances, including hormones... if you're losing fat, those substances have to go somewhere, & they're being dumped into your bloodstream... & if one of the hormones you've been storing is estrogen, you might have what looks like TOM, but probably isn't the real thing... once your body figures out how to deal with the extra estrogen, everything in that regard should go back to normal... I went through the same thing myself the first month or two of IP...

hugs :hug:

Originally Posted by machbasy (Post 3643299)

My coach said this could happen, but it's probably still a good idea to check with your doctor.

Originally Posted by cmsgrrl (Post 3643332)

Kaarin I am sorry that you have TOM. BUT YOUR PHOTO is wonderful. Good to "see" you!

Originally Posted by kjw83 (Post 3643555)

I don`t know if this is the right place to ask this question....but I`ll try anyway! Is there a thread for recipes for Phase 1? Or are they just all mixed in with the other recipes? How can you tell if they are okay for phase 1??? Just needing some new ideas to try. Thanks!

Originally Posted by Sm824 (Post 3643637)

I just finished day 4 and I have been feeling nauseated around the same time each day. It happens about an hour after taking my morning multi-vit. Has this happened to anyone else? I am having a hard time eating my lunch and taking my Omega's because I feel sick. Usually by early evening I feel better and can eat my dinner without any problems. Just curious if this is "normal".