Jonquil- Welcome! I too have Hasimoto's and have found that this was the only eating plan that moved my weight...keep me updated!
My IP coach had her thyroid removed altogether and nothing else worked for her, either, but she lost 55 pounds on IP. Really, really hoping this will be the one that works for me. Keeping my fingers crossed for my first weigh in Saturday.
As far as exercise goes, I'll be starting doctor prescribed warm water therapy this week (basically water aerobics in a heated pool). Even if it's not strenuous enough to help much with weight loss, having to show myself in public in some sort of swimwear will serve as motivation to stick with the diet.
Wow, this diet really seems to work. I have not met anyone who has done it, but it is encouraging to find others here in the same place as me trying to lose weight
Back for a third time, hope this time I can stick with it more than a couple weeks and actually see results. Started IP on Saturday - first couple days were good, now today, that's another story. Slight headache most of the day, lethargic, grumpy and hungry. Tonight, was feeling a bit better and then about 10pm the really bad headache set in. Ate some celery with salt on it and took an Aleve, so far no relief.
Last time I tried the program, the coach put me on the Alternate program that allowed a few carbs. That seemed to help keep the headaches at bay, but of course, slower weight loss.
Any suggestions to help get through the headaches and to not feel hungry will be appreciated. (I don't like a lot of the veggies that are unlimited - or course I could eat carrots, corn and green beans every day!).
hi i am on day 1 and definitely on the honeymoon trip with IP i am very excited! i am a mommy of 2, 40 years young, i weighed in at 198 pounds, and 5'6". i am really happy to have found this page thank you!
i have a question, am i allowed the IP barb q sauce and dressing in 1 day and how much of each for each day? i am planning on burger and caeser salad IP style for my supper
Today my food was good. I am still having carb withdrawal and my stomach feels like my insides are tight. Almost like someone squeezing my sides. I have done well for my first four days. One Day at a Time.
Today my food was good. I am still having carb withdrawal and my stomach feels like my insides are tight. Almost like someone squeezing my sides. I have done well for my first four days. One Day at a Time.
Good job, Rosemary! You're so right--One Day at a Time. I'm on Day Four too, which I've heard is the hardest day. So if we could make it today, we can do it tomorrow too, right?
We can do this. I am making the decisions about my food now. I am sick of the food controling how I feel, when I eat, how much I eat, and controlling all aspects of my social life and beliefs. We believe we can do this, that is a triumph. Have a great food day on this cold Thursday.
How is everyone feeling? I am doing well this week (100% OP since Monday!) and feeling good. I have noticed that when I get hungry, I need to eat RIGHT AWAY or else my sugar plummets and I get dizzy. So far I have been able to manage it without too much issue. I am dreading the weekend. That is really when I struggle and fall off the wagon. But not this weekend!
Day five on IP, first timer. The last couple of days were hard, feeling tired and lethargic...but today I feel much better...getting a hang of the diet makes life simpler as well
First day of splitting my dinner protien between lunch and dinner- had scrambled eggs, and made "home fries" (aka roasted turnips). Not bad, definitely feels like I'm eating a starch! Gonna continue trying out root veggies to sate my starchy cravings...
Hi all, I'm another restarter. I originally started IP in 2011 and lost 60 lbs. Didn't phase off correctly and didn't watch what I ate and gained it all back. Restarted IP several times since November 2014 and haven't been able to maintain the commitment I had before. Here I am starting again, hopefully this time with the help of this tread I will have the support I guess I need.
These threads have a way of fading so lets try to keep this one going because I certainly need the support and accountability. Wish us all great success whether we are starting for the first time or start over for the umpteen time.
Last edited by happy2bme1; 03-05-2015 at 04:46 PM.
Joined March 1st.
So far I have been able to manage it without too much issue. I am dreading the weekend. That is really when I struggle and fall off the wagon. But not this weekend!
