im not in ketosis how long will it take me to get back in that state.i had somethin i shouldnt of had and im only in my 3rd week.what should i do besides following protocol 100%.will it take 3-5 days to be back on track or is it possible to still lose weight?

Wuv, I couldn't have said it any better! I've been the more discouraged one in the diet and whenever I get those down days my husband really makes the effort to cheer me up and make me stay OP. I may not show my appreciation of him that much when I'm wallowing, but then I follow his advice and hang in there and pretty soon things get better. Your husband is lucky to have you.

It took me a while to get to ketosis, too. I think I shifted into it on my 6th day. Keep at it and you'll surely achieve it within the week. Some just take longer than others, still, it's doable.

i'm very discouraged, ive been slowly weening myself off ideal protein because i cant afford and it taking what i learnt and using that.

However the scale has jumped 5lbs in the past few days. very disapointing, i feel like it has taken over my life and i will gain everything back that ive lost. im discouraged and feel like ill never completely get off this diet and eating healthy in my own way without gaining all the weight back!

I know there are a lot of hardcore 100% IP dieters out there and this is by no means meant to offend them, but perhaps you can start considering alternatives? It will be tougher since your IP coach can't support you if you're not using their products, but it will be lighter on the wallet. We all know how it feels to try making ends meet and I don't think anyone in this forum would frown upon you wanting to lose weight less expensively.

I would definitely look into the alternatives. You can do this!