Thanks for this information. I am gaining so much useful knowledge from this forum, I love you guys!!!! I printed it and will be keeping it with me whenever shopping for alternatives. I discussed using some alternatives to supplement my cost with my Coach yesterday and he said he encourages it because he knows IP can get expensive and he doesn't want his clients to stop due to finances. I love Dr. Mike...he is AWESOME SAUCE!!!!
You will do great using some Alts... And with such an amazing coach who understands using a mix of IP and Alts, you will do DOUBLY WELL!
Last week I finally tried the proti-diet blueberry pancake mix...I really liked it and so did my daughter. I didn't use any syrup. I recommend it. It did taste like blueberry and had a good chew. I slightly overcooked mine (I just got a new stove/oven) but, it was still good. I will definately order more.
Hi all, I just finished reading the entire 500 posts of the thread before this to refresh my memory on how to do IP with alternatives. Another birthday has come and gone, and I STILL am overweight, sigh. My forum title was supposed to mean that I would lose my excess weight by the time I turned 48; well yesterday I turned 49 and I still need to lose it (about 80 lbs).
I have started and stopped way too many times on this weight loss journey and I can't seem to put my finger on why or what keeps me from success other than my own laziness, lack of self control, however you want to phrase it. But each year I start out beating myself up seeing has how another year has gone by and nothing has changed; and I am not getting any younger, so I know it's not going to get any easier.
I will be going food shopping later today and I have my list of stuff that I will be getting. First batch of stuff will come from my grocery store, which actually has some good choices for the protein drinks. I will be stocking up on veggies and lean protein for my other foods.
I wanted to say thanks for all of you who put such effort into helping those who are seeking using alternatives for the IP products. I myself have never used anything but the alternatives due to the information I was able to find here!
TTFN
What protein drinks do you get from the grocery store? Bars too? I am trying to stay with ip products but money is tight so if I could buy a cheaper brand that is comparable that would be great!
What protein drinks do you get from the grocery store? Bars too? I am trying to stay with ip products but money is tight so if I could buy a cheaper brand that is comparable that would be great!
Look for EAS Carb Advantage (about $5 for 4) or Pure Protein shakes (about $8 for 4, but also a little larger and in my opinion a little richer than EAS). Both found at Walmart/Target (always seem to cost double at drug stores).
Use the guidelines posted in the first thread here and I posted some additional info on guidelines a few threads after that. This will tell you if a product fits IP criteria.
Also take a look around Nashua Nutrition site for TONS of alternatives... Not just shakes and bars, but everything! Just use the guidelines in selecting because not all products fit IP.
Look for EAS Carb Advantage (about $5 for 4) or Pure Protein shakes (about $8 for 4, but also a little larger and in my opinion a little richer than EAS). Both found at Walmart/Target (always seem to cost double at drug stores).
Use the guidelines posted in the first thread here and I posted some additional info on guidelines a few threads after that. This will tell you if a product fits IP criteria.
Also take a look around Nashua Nutrition site for TONS of alternatives... Not just shakes and bars, but everything! Just use the guidelines in selecting because not all products fit IP.
Thank you!! There is so much info- I am still trying to sort it all out. I am just taking a realistic look at this and I am in for the long haul so if there's a way to eat the proper foods and save money, I'm in!! My coach is going on vacation so I had to order two weeks of products this week and I didn't buy the extra ip packet that I am allowed (4th one of needed) and I was thinking it would be great if I could run to walmart and buy a substitute.
I am so afraid of eating the wrong thing.
Thank you!! There is so much info- I am still trying to sort it all out. I am just taking a realistic look at this and I am in for the long haul so if there's a way to eat the proper foods and save money, I'm in!! My coach is going on vacation so I had to order two weeks of products this week and I didn't buy the extra ip packet that I am allowed (4th one of needed) and I was thinking it would be great if I could run to walmart and buy a substitute.
I am so afraid of eating the wrong thing.
If you use the guidelines I mentioned, you really can't go wrong! Just check each item using the little pink sheet (and the additional info I posted a couple posts below it for more detail).
A couple more great ideas for saving money...
-- 1 whole egg and three egg whites is the replacement for an IP omelet packet; and 4 whole eggs with two whites is the replacement for your meat protein. Eggs are pretty inexpensive. Also get a carton of pure egg whites - not Egg Beaters. I use our store brand to save a few more pennies!
-- look for Maple Grove Farms SUGAR FREE pancake mix (I get it in the special baking items section near whole wheat mixes, Bob,s Red Mill, etc) $3.99 per box. Use 1/4 cup (equals your one packet) and mix with water to batter consistency. No need to add oil or egg as directions say. I do sometimes add one egg white. Makes great waffles too! Top with Walden Farms maple or blueberry syrup.
Ask lots of questions here and you will figure it all out!
If you use the guidelines I mentioned, you really can't go wrong! Just check each item using the little pink sheet (and the additional info I posted a couple posts below it for more detail).
A couple more great ideas for saving money...
-- 1 whole egg and three egg whites is the replacement for an IP omelet packet; and 4 whole eggs with two whites is the replacement for your meat protein. Eggs are pretty inexpensive. Also get a carton of pure egg whites - not Egg Beaters. I use our store brand to save a few more pennies!
-- look for Maple Grove Farms SUGAR FREE pancake mix (I get it in the special baking items section near whole wheat mixes, Bob,s Red Mill, etc) $3.99 per box. Use 1/4 cup (equals your one packet) and mix with water to batter consistency. No need to add oil or egg as directions say. I do sometimes add one egg white. Makes great waffles too! Top with Walden Farms maple or blueberry syrup.
Ask lots of questions here and you will figure it all out!
Thank you so much!!!! That's very helpful!!!! I have my first WI today and I'm out of food til I go- I'm going to cook some eggs!! You're a life saver!
I am a total believer in EAS RTDs. They are AMAZING. And yesterday I bought 10+ boxes (my mother is also doing IP) and when I tried the fudge flavor today, it was so much richer but so delicious! On the outside it said it was a new formulation. So I'm not sure if I just got the older shakes before but it was so yummy. I have at least 2 a day. YUM.
I was at the Vitamin Shoppe today and was given a sample of "Designer Whey" protein powder. Looking at the numbers on this powder it certainly seems to qualify as a unrestricted with a nice punch of protein. It's sweetened with Stevia which is a plus in my book over Sucralose. Does anyone have any info on this product? I also when on the Designerwhey.com website and found a nice protein/electrolyte powder that seems like a nice compliment to my excercise routine. If anyone has anything to share on these products...do share.
I was thrilled to stumble across this product at Vitamin Shoppe as I don't tolerate very much casein-based product. I've used it for 4-5 weeks and it has been great. I have the Vanilla RTD with coffee in the am, and also like the chocolate shake for a snack.
(I used to use Muscle Milk Lite Whey powder, but it's uber-sweet and triggers my sugar cravings, plus need to reduce the amount to be P1-compliant). I hadn't even noticed the Truvia--that makes it an even better choice! Also love love love having a whey RTD choice.
I've been haunting old threads for alternative IP products. I found the site newlifestylediet and there are many items there that are gluten free. Anyone have experience with that site? It's ringing a bell in my mind but I can't remember why. Thanks!
Just read about them on another IP page... Poster said she looked at some items and only saw two soups under 8 carbs and most bars were 20+ carbs. She did not look at all items.
Use the guidelines I the first post of this thread... Also a couple after that I posted additional info. Use those guidelines to evaluate a potential product for IP compliance!
Just read about them on another IP page... Poster said she looked at some items and only saw two soups under 8 carbs and most bars were 20+ carbs. She did not look at all items.
Use the guidelines I the first post of this thread... Also a couple after that I posted additional info. Use those guidelines to evaluate a potential product for IP compliance!
Yeah, that sounds about right with what I've found. And they use some sugars we can't, etc. Worth a try or to remind someone not to use them if they want exactly IP!
