Okay :) I was just simply wondering if I wanted the "crunchy" factor sometimes :) Thanks for finding out for me Miss Lisa!

"like" x a million.

I recently gave up my "carmelized" veggies and boy did my weight loss show it! I didn't realize I was carmelizing my turnips when I would bake them so much they would turn brown...I just thought they were burnt (and I didn't mind that 'cause they were crunchy)...well...I was wrong...and I miss them, but the sugars were coming out of themand stalling my weight loss...I went from averaging 2.2 pounds per week to an average of 3.5!!! Woo hoo!!! Sticking to this plan can get hard at times...especially when you think you're doing it right!!! :) Can't wait to see what my weigh in tomorrow brings... :)

Yippie for you! Way to go!!!:dizzy:

I respect what your saying, however like I indicated in another post addiction to food is similar to addiction to alcohol. So, although we shouldn't condone cheating we should encourage people to get back on track. Addictions are multifaceted. Its like a line has been drawn in the sand here. I have not cheated nor do I intend to. Encouraging people to get back on track is not saying, "Okay, here is a quick pat on the head so just cheat away." Thats not what I am saying. Every individual's situation is different. I have read the different threads and think that some want validation for cheating but, others are simply struggling. The situation is not only on threads that are for cheaters and for 100% OP it spills into other threads.
I see people every day in my job fighting to live. So, I guess it changes my perspective in how I feel about people fighting to just change their lives. Its a struggle. I just dont feel its so cut and dry. That said I thinks its great that you give the encouragement that you do to everyone. That you have done so well in your journey is encouragement in itself. Anyway, this is just my opinon and you know what they say about opinions...............

What do you do with and how do you cook the turnips. They were great when I made veggie soup, but, when I tried turnip fries...well, they were pretty icky, even the pups didn't want them and they really do eat anything (guess I can't say that any more).
Linda

I can only speak for myself, but, my coach has me on 4 packets a day until I reach 200, then she said she would back down to three.

Perfect! Love life every day!!

Wow, there's an idea! Kabobs on the grill with all the veggies but onions..I can do that!

Hurray!

Oh my gosh. I'm doing the same thing. Love those turnips roasted dark and I've had them often as there aren't too many veggies on the list that I like. Never thought it might cause a slow down in losses though. I have been on the program since Jan 4th, so still learning. Had my third weigh-in today and lost another 1.75 for a total of 11.5 pounds (with 8.75 of that the first wk). I am not a bit unhappy with my progress so far, as I feel GREAT, better than I have in a long time. Was shocked at how much that 11.5 pounds has made on my knees and a hip that are always uncomfortable when I go up and down stairs. Was shocked the other day when I realized I had run up and down the stairs several times in a fraction of the time it usually takes me and completely pain free. Also went to the doctor yesterday and blood work-up came back better than it has been in years. Thanks for sharing the turnip information. Will be taking that to heart.

Is anyone here using the Proti diet line and is lactose intolerant? If I'm going to make the switch this is extremely important for me. Thank you.

Hi Everyone !

Tomorrow will be the end of my third week and my WI time. I was thrilled with week 1 results at 7lbs, but a little disheartened when the scale only moved 0.2 on week #2. I am really hoping to see the scale needle move this week. (keep your fingers crossed for me)

IP is a great diet, I am not hungry and have no cravings, 1st time ever. All you guys are great too. I look forward to reviewing the posts at night and getting that extra motivation to continue on.

Tried the turnip fries tonight and loved them. I will definately be doing them again.

Hey all

Well tomorrow is the big day!!! Day 1 of the IP, Most excited!! My breakfast is out on the bench, cuppacino shake and a shot of nesspresso, lunch is packed - 1 packet, bag of lettuce, 4 celery sticks and 4 medium sized broccilli heads, snack at work will
Be a strawberry pudding, I have those bars but have decided to wait until week 4 before tucking into the restricted foods, also packed my vitamins, a little grape seed oil and sea salt!!!! Good bye 60 pounds forever!!!!

I quick question, it's was never answered in the newbie thread, Advil and tylenol is that allowed?

Cheers/S....