Originally Posted by Meemo (Post 2336941)

Try the long "English" ones - they're "burpless". And spiff them up - sprinkle a little vinegar, salt, pepper & splenda on them. I can't get enough of them like that. Slice green onions are good with them too, and grape tomatoes once you get to the green menu.

I have to say, tho - for those who are really picky on veggies - this program must seem like a HUGE struggle. I can't imagine trying to do it not liking veggies. Then again, I'll be some people find they like veggies more than they thought they did.

And for whoever was finding their food to be bland - seasonings! Mrs Dash has several different varieties of salt-free seasonings. Use them! Spice that food up.

Originally Posted by silverbelle (Post 2337023)

Are cherry tomatoes not allowed on the beige menu? I asked them at the clinic just Monday if when it said "raw tomatoes" that meant all kinds and she said yes. I've been eating some cherry tomatoes on my salads...uh oh...

Originally Posted by Finz (Post 2336922)

Went to WI this morning and was down 4 lbs!!! :cb::cb::cb:
I signed the 75 lb board and now am only 2 lbs away from the 80 lb board. It's exciting to start to get so close to my goal :D I haven't had a big drop like this in ages--I've just been kind of plodding slowly along--so it was a real thrill to see a substantial drop. Looking forward to measurements next week!

Originally Posted by Meemo (Post 2336376)

I'm trying to send it back east, out into the Atlantic where it can't hurt anyone! Doesn't look like I'll have much luck, tho...

Originally Posted by SchoonCR (Post 2337055)

That is awesome, ESPECIALLY this far into your acheivement! Congrats!




Don't worry, I have the luck of the damned, and when we head to the beach this morning, we will act like a homing beacon for every bad weather system in the northern hemisphere.

Well, don't know what happened, but somehow I was down 4.5lbs this morning, and that is just since Monday. Measured me, and I have lost 8 inches since my last measurement a month ago, and what made me VERY happy... I have lost 18.5 lbs since july 29th, and 18 of those lbs were fat! :D

All that being said, I have gotten a good amount of excerice this week, and with our fridge being almost empty since we are leaving town, had the meal replacement shakes for dinner both of the last 2 nights. I think I am just very EMPTY right now... no way to lose 4lbs of fat in 4 days.

That put me within 6.5lbs of my goal weight, and she mentioned going onto stabilization. However, looking at my BF and BMI(which is now in the healthy range), I changed my goal weight to 220. I still have until Nov. 3rd in my 17weeks, so, with their agreement, I am going to start lifting weights heavier, and try to gain a few lbs of muscle to help with lowering my BF%. I'm at 24, 20 would be healthy for a male, and I would like to get into the 15% area by the new year.

Anyway, sorry to ramble, just happy to have good news before leaving town. Will start lifting while on vacation, and with a few bad meal choices, will be up next Wednesday, but that is just fine with me (JUST this one time!)

Schoon

Originally Posted by pbolton1 (Post 2336858)

Get a dog!! They will take care of all those leftovers :D

I thought I was the lone veggie lover around here. I can never get enough. I have huge, plastic serving bowls that I use as my salad bowls. When I'm not OP, I'll fill it to the top & eat every last bite. I only really care for the ones on the list anyway, so all the no-no's have never been a problem. Oh, except carrots--I can eat bags of those babies :dizzy:

Originally Posted by SchoonCR (Post 2336292)

Or, your coworker is just weird, or jealous. :D

About the MSM (sorry, I was thinking in the context of weight loss supplements, our center doesn't even list that as available there)... MSM/glucosamine/chondroitin, from what I have read and my chiropractor tells me, all do real well at working on preventing further damage to, and protecting the joints.

Is MRC selling it for another reason?

Originally Posted by Finz (Post 2336922)

Went to WI this morning and was down 4 lbs!!! :cb::cb::cb:
I signed the 75 lb board and now am only 2 lbs away from the 80 lb board. It's exciting to start to get so close to my goal :D I haven't had a big drop like this in ages--I've just been kind of plodding slowly along--so it was a real thrill to see a substantial drop. Looking forward to measurements next week!

Originally Posted by dla (Post 2337116)

I had my first monthly measurement at the center this morning. I have lost 8 pounds of fat and 17 inches in just one month! I was pretty excited about that.

I was not excited about the fact that I am drinking 100 - 120 ounces of water each day and am still more than 5% dehydrated. They recommended upping it to 160 ounces...YIKES!!

Originally Posted by Finz (Post 2336922)

Went to WI this morning and was down 4 lbs!!! :cb::cb::cb:
I signed the 75 lb board and now am only 2 lbs away from the 80 lb board. It's exciting to start to get so close to my goal :D I haven't had a big drop like this in ages--I've just been kind of plodding slowly along--so it was a real thrill to see a substantial drop. Looking forward to measurements next week!

Originally Posted by Finz (Post 2336922)

Went to WI this morning and was down 4 lbs!!! :cb::cb::cb:
I signed the 75 lb board and now am only 2 lbs away from the 80 lb board. It's exciting to start to get so close to my goal :D

Originally Posted by silverbelle (Post 2337023)

Are cherry tomatoes not allowed on the beige menu? I asked them at the clinic just Monday if when it said "raw tomatoes" that meant all kinds and she said yes. I've been eating some cherry tomatoes on my salads...uh oh...

Originally Posted by SchoonCR (Post 2337055)

Well, don't know what happened, but somehow I was down 4.5lbs this morning, and that is just since Monday. Measured me, and I have lost 8 inches since my last measurement a month ago, and what made me VERY happy... I have lost 18.5 lbs since july 29th, and 18 of those lbs were fat! :D

Originally Posted by dla (Post 2337116)

I had my first monthly measurement at the center this morning. I have lost 8 pounds of fat and 17 inches in just one month! I was pretty excited about that.

Originally Posted by may06haw (Post 2337076)

How long have you been on the program?

Originally Posted by shenanigan (Post 2337242)

I just had to share a yummy "lunch" item I am eating as I type. Well, my students are doing a quiz also. :)
I blended the Canfield's Diet Chocolate Soda, a HNS Hot Cocoa, and some frozen strawberries. then I froze it overnight!!!! I am eating a yummy icy chocolaty mixture that is vey satisfying!

Originally Posted by Finz (Post 2336922)

Went to WI this morning and was down 4 lbs!!! :cb::cb::cb:
I signed the 75 lb board and now am only 2 lbs away from the 80 lb board. It's exciting to start to get so close to my goal :D I haven't had a big drop like this in ages--I've just been kind of plodding slowly along--so it was a real thrill to see a substantial drop. Looking forward to measurements next week!

Originally Posted by SchoonCR (Post 2337055)

Well, don't know what happened, but somehow I was down 4.5lbs this morning, and that is just since Monday. Measured me, and I have lost 8 inches since my last measurement a month ago, and what made me VERY happy... I have lost 18.5 lbs since july 29th, and 18 of those lbs were fat! :D
Schoon

Originally Posted by silverbelle (Post 2336760)

2kiddos and Rdy2lose, I am starting day 4 and have already been through the gag phase. I dont know if the food is just too bland or what, but it is too much at lunch and dinner. I've started steaming veggies so that I only have to eat 4 oz instead of 8 raw. That worked a little. I guess I need something to give the food flavor. It also doesn't help that I am really picky with veggies.