I think the biggest difference between the IP Crispy cereal and other alternative cereals is that the IP cereal has a powdered milk form in it, while the alternative products are JUST the cereal. That would change the end result if you tried to bake with alternatives. You might be able to compensate for that by using your 1oz of milk in place of some of the water - I haven't tried anything yet so just speaking from baking experience
I think the biggest difference between the IP Crispy cereal and other alternative cereals is that the IP cereal has a powdered milk form in it, while the alternative products are JUST the cereal. That would change the end result if you tried to bake with alternatives. You might be able to compensate for that by using your 1oz of milk in place of some of the water - I haven't tried anything yet so just speaking from baking experience
Oooh, thanks for pointing that out. I had some items in my Nashua cart for some of Rainbow's delicious looking recipes and I hadn't thought that maybe it wouldn't work. Good point.
Still debating whether to "break up" with my coach. I really get nothing other than measurements from her that I can't get here. But then I wonder if I'll be able to follow Phase 2 and 3 without more direct support, since that's so much more involved. I've toyed with the idea of just telling her I need to phase off for a while (she knows finances are a challenge for us with 2 little ones and me the only one working) so that I can get the Phase 2, 3 and maintenance info, but I don't want to be dishonest.
Still debating whether to "break up" with my coach. I really get nothing other than measurements from her that I can't get here. But then I wonder if I'll be able to follow Phase 2 and 3 without more direct support, since that's so much more involved. I've toyed with the idea of just telling her I need to phase off for a while (she knows finances are a challenge for us with 2 little ones and me the only one working) so that I can get the Phase 2, 3 and maintenance info, but I don't want to be dishonest.
I was honest with mine she sorta tried to guilt me into staying I didn't budge she still agree's to sell me the supplements (which are un comparable on the market). I may go back one day when finances are better & I'm near my goal. Take a chance & be honest with her , IF she doesnt understand she isn't the coach for you anyway.
Last edited by 1spunkygal; 09-14-2012 at 08:19 PM.
I was honest with mine she sorta tried to guilt me into staying I didn't budge she still agree's to sell me the supplements (which are un comparable on the market). I may go back one day when finances are better & I'm near my goal. Take a chance & be honest with her , IF she doesnt understand she isn't the coach for you anyway.
True enough. I feel bad, but alternatives just fit my budget better. I'm more worried about being able to follow life after Phase 1 without a coach than getting to my goal weight on alternatives!
True enough. I feel bad, but alternatives just fit my budget better. I'm more worried about being able to follow life after Phase 1 without a coach than getting to my goal weight on alternatives!
Remember you will always have coaches here..... Dont you worry about this.
Remember you will always have coaches here..... Dont you worry about this.
TL52 you look GREAT by the way
YES true you can do this ! I had to switch too I love the IP drinks but my budget suffers. There are others here wiser than me that are willing to help I'm sure of it, I'll need help myself.
Last edited by 1spunkygal; 09-14-2012 at 08:37 PM.
YES true you can do this ! I had to switch too I love the IP drinks but my budget suffers. There are others here wiser than me that are willing to help I'm sure of it, I'll need help myself.
I also switched to alternatives for financial reasons. It has helped me be op for 15 weeks.
Thanks for the nice complement... Its been hard work but worth it. I put the jeans that I wore on my first Wi and i let them go and they fell down.
Last edited by Tigerlvr52; 09-14-2012 at 08:37 PM.
I think you should talk to your coach too and who knows? Some coaches say "just come, weigh in for now"... others will ask you to leave. I have spent soooo much money there so far, I will hope she'll be supportive if I buy less products and more alternatives. SOmeone posted the link to buy the supplements (and all IP products) elsewhere, so you can always get the vitamins there if you need too. I understand how you feel tho' -- I am better at understanding phase 1 but am nervous about what's coming up -- not that I'm scared but just that it's "unknown" to me right now
I am NOT the best chef!
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