Hi everyone! Having a super OP day. On the plus side, I went shopping in a regular sized store for the first time in 20 years! Woo hoo!! On the downside, my shoes are getting too big, and I might fall down and hurt myself while celebrating!!
I'm also an "Auguster" so I have just been on the plan about 3 1/2 weeks. I went in for my annual appointment today and told my primary doctor what I was doing, how I found out about it etc. Several years ago she had talked to me about my weight and I told her I'd really been struggling (I'm a stress/emotional eater) and I needed help. She is not big on meds and told me I needed to go to WW or Jenny Craig. I've done WW several times. After that she's never said a word about my weight even though my knees, feet have been hurting. I thought she'd be so supportive. But instead she reprimanded me and said I was spending too much money and could just "do it on your own." She said I just need to stay off the bread, etc and I could fruit or whatever b/c I didn't need to pay for IP. I told her I'm an intensive supervision case and needed the structure. Again, I thought she would be supportive.
So this past year I've been thru a difficult divorce (most are, right?), surgery, etc. so when I found out about IP I decided it was time to take control and finally start to feel good about myself again--focus on ME, not the husband, kids, job, etc. I've been questioned a couple of times about the necessity of doing IP and I've felt confident about my responses--until now... pretty upset and already second guessing myself again. I know it's worth it b/c I've seen such wonderful posts. So I know it can be done. But am feeling discouraged...
I am really sorry to hear this TXsunshine.
There is a joke about doctors: 'What is the difference between God and a doctor?' Answer: 'God doesn't think she's a doctor!'
Doctors have very, very, very little in the way of nutritional training. Friends of mine who've been through medical school say that unless you are specialising in nutritional medicine, the most education you get on the subject would maybe an hour or so in the context of a whole term class. In other words -- they know nothing. (Ditto with their knowledge about pharmaceuticals... pharmacists know more on that subject.)
Rest assured that:
more and more doctors are starting to pay attention to what's happening outside their world. Some medical clinics are even offering IP as part of their clinic services
if you stick to programme, for this doctor, you and your success may very well turn out to be her teacher on the subject.
Be strong. Be confident. She doesn't know everything... and she shouldn't be spouting her opinions on something she evidently knows little about.
Hi everyone! I need quick advice. I had dental work done this morning, and didn't expect my teeth to hurt, but they do I brought a salad with peppers and cucumbers for lunch and a packet, but cannot eat the salad. I plan to eat the packet in a few minutes. But other than that, I need to get in my veggies. I was thinking of getting soup or something, but I'm not sure how that works on plan. Maybe chicken noodle and eat around the noodles. I'm not feeling great Thanks for your advice!
Ouch, I feel for you! Maybe try to find a soup that has some IP-friendly veggies? If not, maybe try to roast some extra veggies for supper tonight? Hope the pain goes away soon!
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I'm also an "Auguster" so I have just been on the plan about 3 1/2 weeks. I went in for my annual appointment today and told my primary doctor what I was doing, how I found out about it etc. Several years ago she had talked to me about my weight and I told her I'd really been struggling (I'm a stress/emotional eater) and I needed help. She is not big on meds and told me I needed to go to WW or Jenny Craig. I've done WW several times. After that she's never said a word about my weight even though my knees, feet have been hurting. I thought she'd be so supportive. But instead she reprimanded me and said I was spending too much money and could just "do it on your own." She said I just need to stay off the bread, etc and I could fruit or whatever b/c I didn't need to pay for IP. I told her I'm an intensive supervision case and needed the structure. Again, I thought she would be supportive.
So this past year I've been thru a difficult divorce (most are, right?), surgery, etc. so when I found out about IP I decided it was time to take control and finally start to feel good about myself again--focus on ME, not the husband, kids, job, etc. I've been questioned a couple of times about the necessity of doing IP and I've felt confident about my responses--until now... pretty upset and already second guessing myself again. I know it's worth it b/c I've seen such wonderful posts. So I know it can be done. But am feeling discouraged...
Wow, I think your doctor needs an attitude adjustment. If you are doing something that is working for you and you are doing well on it, she should be encouraging you, not knocking you. I met a brand new doctor a couple of weeks ago and told her about the program and she was very supportive and told me I was doing well. I think you should continue on the program, knowing you're doing this for yourself and show her in a few months with how much better you feel losing the weight. (Sorry about the divorce - just finished up mine in January of this year myself. Thankfully it wasn't "difficult" for the most part.)
WI went well today - down 2.4lbs - so close to Onederland, maybe next week???
Work is just driving me crazy these days - and I'm off Thursday and Friday for surgery so next week should be just "wonderful"...
Jo
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I'm also an "Auguster" so I have just been on the plan about 3 1/2 weeks. I went in for my annual appointment today and told my primary doctor what I was doing, how I found out about it etc. Several years ago she had talked to me about my weight and I told her I'd really been struggling (I'm a stress/emotional eater) and I needed help. She is not big on meds and told me I needed to go to WW or Jenny Craig. I've done WW several times. After that she's never said a word about my weight even though my knees, feet have been hurting. I thought she'd be so supportive. But instead she reprimanded me and said I was spending too much money and could just "do it on your own." She said I just need to stay off the bread, etc and I could fruit or whatever b/c I didn't need to pay for IP. I told her I'm an intensive supervision case and needed the structure. Again, I thought she would be supportive.
I wish I could send you to MY doctor. She was the one who told me about IP, and suggested it would be a good fit for me if I could make the budget for it. She highly recommended it, her husband is on it, and 6 or 7 people from within her joint medical practice, including a couple of other doctors. It's run through the pharmacy on the main floor of her building, and the pharmacist is my coach. Before she started referring her patients to the program, she and her partners did some quite extensive research into the protocol and are totally on board. I wish you could have the same experience with your doctor. Please don't be discouraged - you are doing the right thing!
Good Day to some of my favorite people! Like so many of you I come to this site to check on the pros to see if I can do something different or better and most of the time I find it right here.
I wish I could do all the cooking that Princess Peacock is doing but my schedule does not allow it. I admit I have more energy and greater ability to get things done now than I did before IP. But due to many hours at work I must depend on a drive-thru from time to time to just get me home.
I carry packets etc with me but I am getting tired of drinks/bars all the time to keep me going. I was never much of a sweet eater. Yesterday I was so busy I forgot to eat!!!! I always wondered how anyone could forget to eat...now I know. This morning I set the alarms on my phone to alert me when it is time to eat. I munch or rather graze on the veggies.
Any words of wisdom?
I was getting burnt out on drinks and bars as well. I use alternatives so I started looking for some new items a while back and found the Proti-Thin BBQ and Chili Lime Soy Puffs from Nashua Nutrition. They are unrestricted with 8g net carbs. I eat them out of the bag or sometimes as croutons. They are nice to take to the movies so I can have a treat, since I can't have my buttered popcorn.
I also like the Vanilla Crispy Square, as it is not as sweet as the bars and is crunchy like a rice krispy treat. There are the wafer type cookies that are so good too. The Weight Loss Systems Chicken & Vegetable Cream Soup is very good! I heat a cup of water and stir it in and yummo! There are some very good puddings you can use instead of a bar, or also find some of the higher carb savory items like the Krinkles, or the Health Smart Cookies.
If you mix up one of your protein drinks in the blender/magic bullet with some crushed ice and add some WF chocolate, strawberry, or caramel syrup it is like a milkshake.
If you aren't doing alts you could purchase similar IP products to what I noted above. I think the key for me is definitely variety, and i just couldn't afford the mix of IP products as I can on alternatives from Nashua Nutrition or Dietdirect.
Good luck!
Congrats to everyone on losses today. For anyone who is struggling to stay OP, you can do it! It is definitely a mindset and being prepared is the best ammunition against cheating. Princess Peacock....you are amazing with all that cooking!
I thought she'd be so supportive. But instead she reprimanded me and said I was spending too much money and could just "do it on your own." She said I just need to stay off the bread, etc and I could fruit or whatever b/c I didn't need to pay for IP.
This is discouraging.....and frustrating. In the past I have gone the low carb route and it worked somewhat well for me. But I was quite a bit younger. So, I tried that again at the beginning of the year. In 3 months I lost a whopping 1 1/2 lbs! Whoopdeedoo! I cut out bread and pasta and sugar. I was hungry all the time and very cranky. Even when I did lose weight several years ago on a low carb diet I kept a lot of fat around my middle. Nothing is like IP and gets the results I have seen. Keep your chin up and ignore your doc on this one.
So this past year I've been thru a difficult divorce (most are, right?), surgery, etc. so when I found out about IP I decided it was time to take control and finally start to feel good about myself again--focus on ME, not the husband, kids, job, etc. I've been questioned a couple of times about the necessity of doing IP and I've felt confident about my responses--until now... pretty upset and already second guessing myself again. I know it's worth it b/c I've seen such wonderful posts. So I know it can be done. But am feeling discouraged...
TXSunshine - I am hitting the program very much like you - a few weeks earlier and about the same weight. Just at about the same point you are, I hit a few pretty down and depressing days. I could not say why but they made me pretty blue. I, too, began to wonder why I was doing this program.
However, it did pass. I just tried to fill my days up as busy as possible and rededicate myself to being 100% on the program.
Please do not second guess yourself. This is a GIFT that you need to give yourself. It is time in life to dedicate thought and time to making yourself what you want to be - healthy and carrying less weight.
Hang in there, then hang in here with us. These people on the board will pick you up when you need it and give you kudos when you do well. YOU CANNOT GIVE IN TO GIVING UP!
I just love this forum and cannot believe that, after years of dieting, I am just finding it... must be "meant to be!" I really appreciate your support for the program. I do know I'm doing the right thing but sometimes it feels isolating and I'm just in week 4!! But, I have tried low carb on my own, paid a diet coach, done WW and numerous other things! So, to look at others' success and know there's a place to even brag or complain about a day is soooo beneficial. For people who "get it." And you're right!! I need to be the example for my Dr and how her how successful IP can be.
She did tell me she was "specially trained" and still would have too many calories on her daily tracker (that of course I could use too!!). But clearly she DOES NOT have the same relationship with food that I have!!! LOL!!!
Ive been having so much trouble since the weekend. I'm not cheating - I'm just having trouble getting in all the water and sometimes I'm short a packet. Not the snack packet mind you - the breakfast or lunch packet. I've been sick, busy, distracted and running out of time. I find myself eating cauliflower at 9pm then a packet at 10pm and trying to get right to bed. blech! One of my favorite features of Ideal Protein is that I'm not hungry - but this is how it backfires on me. It's 5pm here and ive had NO water today AT ALL! Looks like I'll be chugging and up all night peeing. sigh.
Ive been having so much trouble since the weekend. I'm not cheating - I'm just having trouble getting in all the water and sometimes I'm short a packet. Not the snack packet mind you - the breakfast or lunch packet.
Hi there!
I hope you're starting to feel better. I totally understand about the water; that was something that I had to get used to, too. Good luck getting things rolling!
I just came home and I read the daily chat, I just want to tell you all thank you for your support and even though I don't answer each comment, I really feel your struggles and I am there for you as you are for me.
I just made the most amazing desert out of my alternative products, I had two mini "cheesecakes" and I am going to post how I made it on the Canadian Thread.
I brought a salad with peppers and cucumbers for lunch and a packet, but cannot eat the salad. I plan to eat the packet in a few minutes. But other than that, I need to get in my veggies. I was thinking of getting soup or something, but I'm not sure how that works on plan. Maybe chicken noodle and eat around the noodles. I'm not feeling great 
