they are.. thanks everybody.

i did my photoshoot today... it was actually a video interview. that was tough.. whew... anyway... they started me off right away. i'm doing TO now and my next appt is on saturday. yay!! on my way to the new me!!

Hi! It looks as though there are some newbies on this post so I'll post too. I started Tues and am on my 2nd day of the juice/protien/green vegies. I have to admit that I'm feeling a little ill---Anyone else feel ill on the Take Off phase? We are leaving for Hawaii 3/12 and I really, really want to lose at least 5 pounds. Anyway, keep up all the great progress--- it is inspiring!

Welcome got2run! Sorry you're feeling a little ill. Try making sure that you are sipping on the juice throughout the day and eating every couple of hours. One of the biggest things that lead to the sick feeling is not eating enough or trying to get it all in at once on this phase. Grazing tends to help with this. And it's almost over! Come join us on the Losers and Friends thread.

When I started the plan with the FF, I too felt a little sick, a bit dizzy. I think you body takes a day or two to get used to your new way of eating. I was fine by the 3rd day. By the way, WELCOME!!!

GotToRun--I am new too, and I did my startoff FF earlier this week. Midway thru the first day my stomach felt funny and by evening I was pretty much camped in the bathroom. Anyway, I emailed the dietician, who called the center, who called me the next morning and said not to wory about the second day on the juice. I wasn't gonna drink it anyway!
I still lost three pounds so no big deal.
The juice says its all juice but there is no description of the 'essential oils' if you read the ingredient list. Whatever it is, there is a strong laxative effect for some of us.

welcome got2run and coop... i'm new too

i also found that "laxative" effect with the juice.. but then immediately went to the other extreme.. sigh... oh well what was that saying?? oh yeah... no pain no gain.. lol i'm finding out now that my body is adjusting to being a healthy eater after years of neglect and bad habits.

You all will probably find that the LAWL plan will cause some "lack of results" in the bathroom.. There are solutions such as mineral oil and fiber suppliments. I like to use the "Natures Reply" tea (the name ALWAYS cracks me up) from the COD.. And there are some others out there in stores that are probably cheaper..

I would suggest you ask your COD for a list of fiber-rich fruits and veggies. That's helped me quite a bit as well..

The TO juice will have that effect, as will, I've found, the cantalope version of TO.. The TO juice cleans you out pretty well at first, but if you continue to use it for TO's, the effect will lessen as your body gets used to it..

what I don't get is why cant we increase veggies to equal more fiber, rather than have to do tea or the mineral oil stuff? Is an extra serving of vegetables really enough to halt weight loss?

The training supervisor helping out at my COD told me that she's much less concerned about an extra serving of veggies than extra fruit or protein, so you probably could get by with it.. Just choose the right thing.. My problem is the gas that gets created with the veggies.. (sorry to be indelicate )...

Also.. Don't forget that the menu plans are formulated to be followed as exactly as possible. Deviating (sp?) from the set up hinders the diet.. So there really can be too much of a good thing..

So while an extra serving of veggies won't hurt you once in a while, you shouldn't make it a daily habit. I would suggest spinach, but that's just me...

I am not suggesting you alter your plan, but I eat green veggies unlimited. I know this goes against the plan.....but they are virtually calorie free.....and if you eat them raw....without condiments......they truly are nothing but beneficial to your body. Almost any weightloss diet says you can have unlimited lettuce or brocolli. This is ONLY my opinion. I know a Katie does the same thing.........but this is NOT LAWL approved. I would definitely ask your COD about it though. I DO know that it is the healthiest choice.......one cannot argue that.......however, I would hate to suggest you to do something against the advice of your COD. I have a feeling they will be ok with it. Let us know what they say if you decide to talk to them about it.

Also.....some veggies have more fiber than others.........I copied this from the mayo clinic website:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/hig...-foods/NU00582

High-fiber foods
Looking to add more fiber to your diet? Fiber moves quickly and relatively easily through your digestive tract and helps it function properly. A high-fiber diet may also help reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

Here's a look at the fiber content of some common foods. Read nutrition labels to find out exactly how much fiber is in your favorite foods. Recommended fiber intake for women is 21 to 25 grams a day and for men is 30 to 38 grams a day.

Fruits Serving size Total fiber (grams)
Pear 1 medium 5.1
Figs, dried 2 medium 3.7
Blueberries 1 cup 3.5
Apple, with skin 1 medium 3.3
Strawberries 1 cup 3.3
Peaches, dried 3 halves 3.2
Orange 1 medium 3.1
Apricots, dried 10 halves 2.6
Raisins 1.5-ounce box 1.6
Grains, cereal & pasta Serving size Total fiber (grams)
Spaghetti, whole-wheat 1 cup 6.3
Bran flakes 3/4 cup 5.1
Oatmeal 1 cup 4.0
Bread, rye 1 slice 1.9
Bread, whole-wheat 1 slice 1.9
Bread, mixed-grain 1 slice 1.7
Bread, cracked-wheat 1 slice 1.4
Legumes, nuts & seeds Serving size Total fiber (grams)
Lentils 1 cup 15.6
Black beans 1 cup 15.0
Lima beans 1 cup 13.2
Baked beans, canned 1 cup 10.4
Almonds 24 nuts 3.3
Pistachio nuts 47 nuts 2.9
Peanuts 28 nuts 2.3
Cashews 18 nuts 0.9
Vegetables Serving size Total fiber (grams)
Peas 1 cup 8.8
Artichoke, cooked 1 medium 6.5
Brussels sprouts 1 cup 6.4
Turnip greens, boiled 1 cup 5.0
Potato, baked with skin 1 medium 4.4
Corn 1 cup 4.2
Popcorn, air-popped 3 cups 3.6
Tomato paste 1/4 cup 3.0
Carrot 1 medium 2.0

hey thanks for that list mama nicole gonna have to start addin some beans to my menus.. lol

The only thing with the beans is that sometimes because of the starch, it does slow your weight loss. It affects some people, and some it doesn't. I personally have noticed slower weeks when having chili or other bean things for my protein. Since most recipes serve 4 and I'm the only one who eats that stuff in my house, I would make it and then have it for lunch a few times during the week. Once in awhile is OK for me, but when I have it for the whole week I don't really have any losses.

good to know

However, I am "regular" during those weeks!