Originally Posted by Linden:
Hi, Lynn. I just read something about Boca Burgers/Crumbles and their ilk that gave me pause. Apparently the soy is processed at a VERY high temperature which makes it carcinogenic. I haven't followed up on that because I don't eat them, but thought I'd mention it.

Noooooooooo...I love Boca Burgers! I have eaten that product for years. Argh! Can you remember where you read that? If anyone learns anything more please post it and I will try to research it too. I was really hoping to use vegi protein in my evening meals to keep the fat down. Thanks for the heads up Linden.

Lynn

Originally Posted by woolberger:
Noooooooooo...I love Boca Burgers! I have eaten that product for years. Argh! Can you remember where you read that? If anyone learns anything more please post it and I will try to research it too. I was really hoping to use vegi protein in my evening meals to keep the fat down. Thanks for the heads up Linden.

Lynn

It gets worse. Just found this

http://www.hepatitis-central.com/mt/...cting_the.html

I'm afraid I can't find the original. I believe it was linked to the SAVORY SWEET LIFE blog (which has some gluten free and good vegaterian recipes) but I need to cook dinner for company that's coming.

Good morning,
Well, I think we have things moving on this thread. Lynn, you step into phase 4 tomorrow or Sunday, right? Welcome! I agree with Sunnymae. I don't really like the name cheat day. I have been saying my splurge day. I also like free day. I am doing phase 1 today. I assume we do it exactly by the protocol. Any comments? Clarice should be home from her trip, I am anixous to hear how it went. I am like all of you, I am ready for warm weather. Our son lives in central Florida, I am ready for a trip to Florida, if not to central Florida at least to the gulf. I will need a new swim suit this year, I guess we all will. When I think back about how I looked last year at this time. Let me tell you, I am not a bathing beauty, but I do look quite different, at least smaller. My body NEEDS toning. Catch you later. Judy

Hey. I found it.
http://www.choosingraw.com/the-low-d...otein-powders/

Here's a vegi-burger substitute. Sorry for all the posts but I'm hopping back and forth from the stove.

Originally Posted by Linden:
Here's a vegi-burger substitute. Sorry for all the posts but I'm hopping back and forth from the stove.

Thanks for all the info Linden. I do have the organic Boca crumbles here but my burgers are the original.:( There was no attachment to the above post re:vegi-burger substitute. Is there more?
Don't burn dinner!

Lynn

Originally Posted by petiteandcute:
Good morning,
Well, I think we have things moving on this thread. Lynn, you step into phase 4 tomorrow or Sunday, right? Welcome! I agree with Sunnymae. I don't really like the name cheat day. I have been saying my splurge day. I also like free day. I am doing phase 1 today. I assume we do it exactly by the protocol. Any comments? Clarice should be home from her trip, I am anixous to hear how it went. I am like all of you, I am ready for warm weather. Our son lives in central Florida, I am ready for a trip to Florida, if not to central Florida at least to the gulf. I will need a new swim suit this year, I guess we all will. When I think back about how I looked last year at this time. Let me tell you, I am not a bathing beauty, but I do look quite different, at least smaller. My body NEEDS toning. Catch you later. Judy

Welcome to ph 4 Lynn. It's wonderful and for me still full of unchartered territory.
Yesterday for instance- I landed up having a cheat day in advance of my planned Saturday free day, so I am doing ph 1 today.
I fear being too hungry just having the crispy cereal for breakfast after those huge breakfasts I've been eating, so I'm switching my meals around and having lowfat no carb chicken bacon, one real egg with 1/4 cup added egg white, so I can keep myself under control,satiated and away from the carbs till my body calms down. Yesterday was an unexpected trip to the past and reminder of how close to out of control I can be at any moment. Socializing, putting out food for the girls, starting out OK, then having 1 veggie corn dog and about 10 dark chocolate covered almonds. I had a salad, hummus, some whole wheat crackers, celery and carrot sticks before I lost my mind. Well..I guess it could have been worse. Oh yeah...and wasabi soy bean crunchy things..about a handful.
I had 2 choc. almonds left on the counter after they left. I told myself "If you can throw those in the garbage right now instead of in your mouth...then that means, you're back in the saddle and already headed in the right direction." I did!!!
Thanks for listening to my confession.

Originally Posted by sunnymae:
Welcome to ph 4 Lynn. It's wonderful and for me still full of unchartered territory.
Yesterday for instance- I landed up having a cheat day in advance of my planned Saturday free day, so I am doing ph 1 today.
I fear being too hungry just having the crispy cereal for breakfast after those huge breakfasts I've been eating, so I'm switching my meals around and having lowfat no carb chicken bacon, one real egg with 1/4 cup added egg white, so I can keep myself under control,satiated and away from the carbs till my body calms down. Yesterday was an unexpected trip to the past and reminder of how close to out of control I can be at any moment. Socializing, putting out food for the girls, starting out OK, then having 1 veggie corn dog and about 10 dark chocolate covered almonds. I had a salad, hummus, some whole wheat crackers, celery and carrot sticks before I lost my mind. Well..I guess it could have been worse. Oh yeah...and wasabi soy bean crunchy things..about a handful.
I had 2 choc. almonds left on the counter after they left. I told myself "If you can throw those in the garbage right now instead of in your mouth...then that means, you're back in the saddle and already headed in the right direction." I did!!!
Thanks for listening to my confession.

Thanks Sunnymae! Sounds like you have this under control. It sounds like you know exactly what to do with "Free Days" (I like that better too) followed by phase 1 days.
I know there are examples on the old "Life After..." threads, but when you feel up to it, will you give me some ideas for the phase 4 evening meals? It looks like my vegi protein may not be a good idea though I still may use the organic Boca (What do you think Linden?).

Lynn

I am doing phase 1 today. I had a peach drink for breakfast. I had a 2 cup veg. stir fry and water, cheese curls and a cup of hot tea for lunch. I am concerned that the amount of food will not be filling enough today. I had that empty feeling on my last phase 1 day. I don't like that feeling. I assume we are to eat the exact amount on the phase 1 protocol. What foods do some of you eat for lunch or the meal when we eat our fat on phase 4?

Originally Posted by petiteandcute:
I am doing phase 1 today. I had a peach drink for breakfast. I had a 2 cup veg. stir fry and water, cheese curls and a cup of hot tea for lunch. I am concerned that the amount of food will not be filling enough today. I had that empty feeling on my last phase 1 day. I don't like that feeling. I assume we are to eat the exact amount on the phase 1 protocol. What foods do some of you eat for lunch or the meal when we eat our fat on phase 4?

Judy,

In Dr. Tran's book (page 85), he says the trick the day after a major slip is to avoid all simple and complex carbohydrates. It prevents the big insulin release that causes the body to store fat. He says 1 day of no carbs is all it takes. If you feel hungry, I would suggest more protein. Animal protein would probably be best as it contains no carbs but an unrestricted IP product or equivalent should be fine. What does everyone else think?

Lynn

I'm not implying that you had a slip. I was just using his words. :)

Originally Posted by woolberger:
Judy,

In Dr. Tran's book (page 85), he says the trick the day after a major slip is to avoid all simple and complex carbohydrates. It prevents the big insulin release that causes the body to store fat. He says 1 day of no carbs is all it takes. If you feel hungry, I would suggest more protein. Animal protein would probably be best as it contains no carbs but an unrestricted IP product or equivalent should be fine. What does everyone else think?

Lynn

Ty for responding. I knew what you meant by major slip. I am a little confused about the carb. thing on phase 4. To avoid all simple and complex carbs. does that mean we do or do not eat the allowed (select) veg. on phase 1 on a phase 1 day?

Originally Posted by petiteandcute:
Ty for responding. I knew what you meant by major slip. I am a little confused about the carb. thing on phase 4. To avoid all simple and complex carbs. does that mean we do or do not eat the allowed (select) veg. on phase 1 on a phase 1 day?

Judy,

I couldn't get this to copy from his book so I'll just type it...

"Ideally, you'd go on the protein diet for one day after you've fallen off the wagon, but you don't always have those protein packets handy. Instead, have coffee or tea and a yogurt for breakfast, and a small serving of lean meat or fish with green vegetables for lunch and dinner."

Chapter 13, page 90.

So, I think we should follow phase 1 including the 4 cups of select vegis. If you are still hungry, I think it is safer to add a little extra protein but no carbs. That is just my opinion. It's not written anywhere.

Lynn

Started Phase 4 yesterday. Enjoyed whole wheat pasta with meat sauce for dinner from the Olive Garden. Did not eat the breadsticks, but did have some salad. I only ate half my entree. I was full, almost too full. Eating carbs in the form of pasta reminded me of the feeling I used to get after every meal..."man am I stuffed". I don't ever feel that way following IP protocol. I guess bc those carbs don't fluff up in my belly 10 minutes after I eat. I am always satisfied, but never overly full. A good feeling for sure. I plan my first cheat day for this Saturday. I think I am more nervous about not getting any food the following "cleanse" day on Phase I!! I do love the big breakfast, my favorite meal of the day. On the other hand, I have had people tell me the cleanse day feels good. Guess we will have to wait and see.

http://www.3fatchicks.net/img/bar007...137/136.4/.png

On a side note, my weight only fluctuated about 1.5#'s during my two weeks on phase 3. I went up 1.7# the first week and then down 1.3# the next.

170.2/136.4/137

Originally Posted by woolberger:
Thanks for all the info Linden. I do have the organic Boca crumbles here but my burgers are the original.:( There was no attachment to the above post re:vegi-burger substitute. Is there more?
Don't burn dinner!

Lynn

I'm so sorry. Here it is: http://melomeals.blogspot.com/2011/0...sy-burger.html Scroll down for the "Middle Eastern Burger." This calls for gremolata:

Gremolata

* 1 c tightly packed parsley, washed well, dried and chopped
* 3 cloves garlic, pressed
* Juice and zest of 1 big lemon
* ¼ t salt
* ¼ t pepper
* 2 T extra virgin olive oil

Mix everything together.

Sorry for the delay. It's midnight here and I just kicked out the company. :D

Originally Posted by Linden:
I'm so sorry. Here it is: http://melomeals.blogspot.com/2011/0...sy-burger.html Scroll down for the "Middle Eastern Burger." This calls for gremolata:

Gremolata

* 1 c tightly packed parsley, washed well, dried and chopped
* 3 cloves garlic, pressed
* Juice and zest of 1 big lemon
* ¼ t salt
* ¼ t pepper
* 2 T extra virgin olive oil

Mix everything together.

Sorry for the delay. It's midnight here and I just kicked out the company. :D

Thanks Linden. :hug: Looks great. Sleep well.

Originally Posted by woolberger:
Judy,

I couldn't get this to copy from his book so I'll just type it...

"Ideally, you'd go on the protein diet for one day after you've fallen off the wagon, but you don't always have those protein packets handy. Instead, have coffee or tea and a yogurt for breakfast, and a small serving of lean meat or fish with green vegetables for lunch and dinner."

Chapter 13, page 90.

So, I think we should follow phase 1 including the 4 cups of select vegis. If you are still hungry, I think it is safer to add a little extra protein but no carbs. That is just my opinion. It's not written anywhere.

Lynn

I think you are correct Lynn. I recall from the first 'life after' thread, Novak and Wannabe stating the day after free days should be focused on protein, but it is not necessary to have IP products, and unrestricted veggies are ok.

Originally Posted by JSP:
I think you are correct Lynn. I recall from the first 'life after' thread, Novak and Wannabe stating the day after free days should be focused on protein, but it is not necessary to have IP products, and unrestricted veggies are ok.

Hi Jenny...

It's so nice to be able to bounce stuff like this around. I know we all worry about doing something wrong but I think we have to give ourselves credit for getting where we are. I don't expect any of us will mess up now! Have a great weekend.

Lynn

Originally Posted by petiteandcute:
My first one was Feb. 20, I felt so bad the next day that I didn't want to do another one. So I waited 11 days before doing one today. I made brownies and homemade lasagna today. I can REALLY tell I ate sugar today. I have a little pressure in my head tonight. Maybe I am over doing the sugar on cheat days. Are all of you doing a cheat day once a week. I think I read that Rocky is doing one once a month, right? y

Hi Judy,
Actually, I've been taking my "free" day about once a week, or sometimes do it for Friday dinner and Saturday dinner (but eat ph1 during the day). But I only eat real sugar about once a month. So, even on my free day, my splurges are things like popcorn, or pasta with cream sauce or pizza, not cookies, cake etc.

BTW: true confession time...I just got back from another 2 weeks on the road. The day before I left I was at the top of my 3-pound "window" for my weight and instead of going into Phase 1, I decided to wait and do it when I got home. So, now the scale says I am at 145 (my goal was 140 and I try to stay 137-140). I know I cannot have gained 5 pounds of fat in 2 weeks, but I know some portion of that is definitely fat, I can feel it in my clothes. So, DANG IT, its back to Phase 1 for me starting Sunday morning (I am having 10 people for a potluck dinner tomorrow so it's too late to cancel at this point!). Anyhoo, it was 5 months of making Ph 4 work before this little debacle so I can assure you it works if you stick to the program. And I expect to be back in P4 in a week or so...just NOT looking forward to going into ketosis...:( but I'm sure it will be easier since I don't have big glycogen stores to burn up.

also BTW: I like "free day" better too and will use that from now on. It's simply not "cheating" and why beat ourselves up for no reason? We've all had enough of that, I think.:)

Originally Posted by Rocky Monarch:
So, DANG IT, its back to Phase 1 for me starting Sunday morning (I am having 10 people for a potluck dinner tomorrow so it's too late to cancel at this point!). ... And I expect to be back in P4 in a week or so...just NOT looking forward to going into ketosis...:( but I'm sure it will be easier since I don't have big glycogen stores to burn up.

also BTW: I like "free day" better too and will use that from now on. It's simply not "cheating" and why beat ourselves up for no reason? We've all had enough of that, I think.:)

Rocky, the "low carb flu" is your brain adjusting to decreased glucose to burn until the ketones kick in. Something that can help that transition is 1/2 teaspoon of powdered L-glutamine allowed to dissolve under the tongue 3 times daily. Your brain can use the L-glutamine until there are enough ketones for fuel. I read about it here .

It sounds as if the rest of you are doing well on Phase 4. Just a reminder -- for your free day, you don't have to eat **everything** you didn't have while on Phase 1, 2, and 3 or or in quantities you had before IP. :hug:

Originally Posted by I'm svelting!:
Rocky, the "low carb flu" is your brain adjusting to decreased glucose to burn until the ketones kick in. Something that can help that transition is 1/2 teaspoon of powdered L-glutamine allowed to dissolve under the tongue 3 times daily. Your brain can use the L-glutamine until there are enough ketones for fuel. I read about it [URL="http://www.primalbody-primalmind.com/blog/?p=428"]here:

thanks for the tip Svelting. I'm headed out to the store in just a bit and I'm putting it on my list! I'm just kicking myself for going off maintenance, but it is a good lesson learned that you really have to stay vigilant forever or the pounds will come back. It's so easy to stay on phase 4, so I have no excuse except getting cocky and lazy...but that's how I got fat in the first place! Live and learn.

When to transition to Phase 2
 

Hi, I'm new to the forum and trying to figure out if I should move to phase 2. I didn't have a lot to lose but wanted to get more proportioned from top half to bottom half....weight heavy on the stomach hips and thighs. I started at 142 five weeks ago and have had really varied weeks for weight loss (-4/-2/-1/-4) I'm now at 131.4 and I've lost 22" over my whole body and I know that inches are sometimes better than pounds. So my question is....If I want to reach 125 should I hold off a bit longer for Phase 2? I read someone say that they gained 3-5lbs transitioning in 3 or 4 and I'm nervous I've not lost enough yet. Help!:?:
Maureen

Originally Posted by Maureen123:
Hi, I'm new to the forum and trying to figure out if I should move to phase 2. I didn't have a lot to lose but wanted to get more proportioned from top half to bottom half....weight heavy on the stomach hips and thighs. I started at 142 five weeks ago and have had really varied weeks for weight loss (-4/-2/-1/-4) I'm now at 131.4 and I've lost 22" over my whole body and I know that inches are sometimes better than pounds. So my question is....If I want to reach 125 should I hold off a bit longer for Phase 2? I read someone say that they gained 3-5lbs transitioning in 3 or 4 and I'm nervous I've not lost enough yet. Help!:?:
Maureen

Hi Maureen, every coach is different. My coach had me on phase 1 until I was at my target weight. Then I continued to lose a bit more in Phase 2 so I dipped under my weight, on Phase 3 I didn't lose much more but the inches continued to shift and drop, then in Phase 4 I gained back about 2 pounds, which is typical because as you increase carbs you need to hold more water.

But many of us have found that your "weight" is less important than if you look like you want to look. At least for me, losing weight on IP meant dropping inches I've carried all my life. At 140 I look better than I did at 130 20 years ago, because I've dropped so much fat. So, if you feel like you want to end up looking more slender than you currently are, I would suggest staying on until you are at the measurements or "look" that you want, and then phase off.

Sorry if that is not much help...

No it's great to hear from people who have been on this besides my friends who are at the same stage as me. I hear what you're saying about "size matters" not weight.....it's just hard to wrap your head around it when we focus so much on our goal weight. Thanks for your words of encouragement!

Originally Posted by Maureen123:
Hi, I'm new to the forum and trying to figure out if I should move to phase 2. I didn't have a lot to lose but wanted to get more proportioned from top half to bottom half....weight heavy on the stomach hips and thighs. I started at 142 five weeks ago and have had really varied weeks for weight loss (-4/-2/-1/-4) I'm now at 131.4 and I've lost 22" over my whole body and I know that inches are sometimes better than pounds. So my question is....If I want to reach 125 should I hold off a bit longer for Phase 2? I read someone say that they gained 3-5lbs transitioning in 3 or 4 and I'm nervous I've not lost enough yet. Help!:?:
Maureen

Rocky gave an excellent response to your post. A few minutes ago I responded to a similar post on the daily chat. If you will go to todays chat, page 12, post #170 and see if that is any help. I type very very slowly or I would retype it on this thread and I don't know how to quote from one thread to another, if that is possible. Months ago I told the chicks, " I can do IP, but I'm not computer savoy."

Originally Posted by petiteandcute:
Rocky gave an excellent response to your post. A few minutes ago I responded to a similar post on the daily chat. If you will go to todays chat, page 12, post #170 and see if that is any help. I type very very slowly or I would retype it on this thread and I don't know how to quote from one thread to another, if that is possible. Months ago I told the chicks, " I can do IP, but I'm not computer savoy."

thanks I'll check it out!

Originally Posted by Maureen123:
thanks I'll check it out!

where do I find today's chat? I know computers but I can't find stuff on this site :(

Originally Posted by kplus80:
Good luck, Stacey!!

I'm not at the point where my mind is set to do IP again even though I want to get down to my original goal. How did you get there? I just can't make myself want to do it again..

Thanks for the encouragement!!!

Boy, I think it was almost harder mentally this time. I had to really give myself a pep talk yesterday (day 5) to stick with it. I think setting a shorter time goal this time has helped. Last time I committed to 3 months, this time my goal is 1. It's helpful to be able to tell myself - hey you did this 3x as long before, you can do this. I do better with a definite time span, rather than a goal weight.

I did get into ketosis a lot easier this time. It was faster and I didn't experience the headaches and sick feeling I did last time. Probably because my body didn't have so much crap to get rid of this time.

I would say, don't do it until you're sure your ready, otherwise you'll be fighting yourself and that's rough. Then when you're ready, give it your all! :hug:

Originally Posted by Maureen123:
where do I find today's chat? I know computers but I can't find stuff on this site :(

Look up at the top of the page just under the image of the baby chicks, there are a series of links in purple font:
3 Fat Chicks on .... > Diet Central > Carb Counters > Ideal Protein Diet > Life After Phase ...

Click on the words "Ideal Protein Diet" The page that loads is the main Ideal Protein sub forum on this site. Bookmark or Favorite that page. It has two parts:

• the top part holds "sticky" threads -- frequently used threads and/or reference threads that never move from the main page
• the lower part lists ongoing chatter starting with the thread with the most recent post. The Daily Chat thread is there. The current "Daily Chat" is usually among the top 5 listed in the lower half of that page.
• On the weekends, we use a weekend thread for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

:goodluck: and come back lady from Steeltown (among many other things)!

Bump!

Originally Posted by I'm svelting!:
Look up at the top of the page just under the image of the baby chicks, there are a series of links in purple font:
3 Fat Chicks on .... > Diet Central > Carb Counters > Ideal Protein Diet > Life After Phase ...

Click on the words "Ideal Protein Diet" The page that loads is the main Ideal Protein sub forum on this site. Bookmark or Favorite that page. It has two parts:

• the top part holds "sticky" threads -- frequently used threads and/or reference threads that never move from the main page
• the lower part lists ongoing chatter starting with the thread with the most recent post. The Daily Chat thread is there. The current "Daily Chat" is usually among the top 5 listed in the lower half of that page.
• On the weekends, we use a weekend thread for Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

:goodluck: and come back lady from Steeltown (among many other things)!

Thanks! I stumbled upon the daily chat yesterday then couldn't find it again....will look there for details......Think I might stay on phase 1 another week or so....made the mistake of looking at my backside in the carnival mirrors in the change room today and it scared me! Not quite at the size I want to be....but getting there bit by bit.....it's exciting to be gradually shrinking down close to pre-baby weight....and my kids are 14 and 17! :)

Just back from a 10 day trip in Negril. I ate what I wanted, drank what I wanted and only gained 4lbs! I was very happy that was all. I am now on phase 1 for a few days until I am back down to my pre-Negril weight.

Thanks to petiteandcute for pointing me in the right forum! :)

Well...I was supposed to move to phase 4 this weekend and I just couldn't do it. I am perfectly happy on phase 3. I love the breakfast with yogurt and an apple and protein & vegis for lunch and dinner are fine with me. I really don't want the complex carbs. I was trying to work in some boca burger products but it seems there is some question about it's safety. I am looking for some help planning meals. I am checking out the recipe threads but would love to hear from people who are doing it daily right now.

Thanks,

Lynn

Originally Posted by woolberger:
Well...I was supposed to move to phase 4 this weekend and I just couldn't do it. I am perfectly happy on phase 3. I love the breakfast with yogurt and an apple and protein & vegis for lunch and dinner are fine with me. I really don't want the complex carbs. I was trying to work in some boca burger products but it seems there is some question about it's safety. I am looking for some help planning meals. I am checking out the recipe threads but would love to hear from people who are doing it daily right now.

Thanks,

Lynn

I'm with you Lynn, today is my last Phase 3 day, happy to report I lost another pound, and was able to say good-bye to the 130s!!! (What is it about moving into the next 10 pounds that feels so good?)

I feel the same you do, quite happy in Phase 3 land, nervous and scared of Phase 4. Although I am looking forward to my first 'free' on Saturday, going to a birthday party. Hello wine and cake, I've missed you my friends.

Originally Posted by woolberger:
Well...I was supposed to move to phase 4 this weekend and I just couldn't do it. I am perfectly happy on phase 3. I love the breakfast with yogurt and an apple and protein & vegis for lunch and dinner are fine with me. I really don't want the complex carbs. I was trying to work in some boca burger products but it seems there is some question about it's safety. I am looking for some help planning meals. I am checking out the recipe threads but would love to hear from people who are doing it daily right now.

Thanks,

Lynn

I wanted to add that for dinner, I plan on a typical Phase 1 meal, and add some brown rice. Rocky recommended brown, and I ate it all the time before IP. I'm going to take it slow and see how my body adjusts.

Hope everyone had a good day. This is what I ate today. Breakfast: sauage, toast, egg, cottage cheese and grapes. Lunch: stir fry with chicken ( like I ate on phase 1). Dinner: spaghetti with homemade tomato sauce (frozen sauce I made last summer), whole wheat crackers and a small salad. I am having trouble figuring out what I should eat at the meal that I am suppose to eat fat ( no carbs). So far that has been at my lunch. Any ideas?

Good morning all! I have a question. Do we have to phase out (go back through all the phases) if we jumped back onto phase 1 after being in maintenance? I only plan on being on phase 1 for 5-7 days to lose these extra lbs. Thanks! Everyone have a great day. :carrot:

Originally Posted by petiteandcute:
Hope everyone had a good day. This is what I ate today. Breakfast: sauage, toast, egg, cottage cheese and grapes. Lunch: stir fry with chicken ( like I ate on phase 1). Dinner: spaghetti with homemade tomato sauce (frozen sauce I made last summer), whole wheat crackers and a small salad. I am having trouble figuring out what I should eat at the meal that I am suppose to eat fat ( no carbs). So far that has been at my lunch. Any ideas?

I'm still fumbling around trying to find my way in maintenance, but it sounds good to me. I have been trying to eat pretty much what I ate on phase 3, just added more carbs (like fruit) and fat (nuts). My daughter is still in phase 1 so I still make "legal" suppers. I also eat tons of veggies.

I am wanting to phase off before my trip to Jamaica at the end of May. I know it is a ways off, but I was woundering when a good time to start phasing off would be. I will meet with my coach tomorrow and probably discuss it with her if I don't forget again.

Originally Posted by petiteandcute:
Hope everyone had a good day. This is what I ate today. Breakfast: sauage, toast, egg, cottage cheese and grapes. Lunch: stir fry with chicken ( like I ate on phase 1). Dinner: spaghetti with homemade tomato sauce (frozen sauce I made last summer), whole wheat crackers and a small salad. I am having trouble figuring out what I should eat at the meal that I am suppose to eat fat ( no carbs). So far that has been at my lunch. Any ideas?

Hi Judy,

Thanks for the menu ideas. I think your lunch sounds perfect. Protein and fat, no carbs. Are you just asking how to mix it up a little? I like ground beef or steak with fajita vegis stir fried with a little fajita seasoning or Mrs. Dash chili lime seasoning, served in endive leaves instead of taco shells. The endive make great little scoops.
I still haven't ventured into a phase 4 dinner. I just don't crave the complex carbs. My coach has been on vacation this week and I am leaving for 6 days in Philly on Thursday (work) so I haven't been able to ask how important the carb dinner is. I read Dr. Tran's maintenence chapter again but still not sure. It's funny how I am still planning on taking all sorts of packets with me. Thank goodness I can check a bag this time!

Lynn

Lynn