Thanks for that feedback. I am trying to lose about 30 lbs. I am definitely drinking all the water. That has been huge for me since I only drank one 8 oz glass of water a day before this. I can't even leave the house now without a washroom close by. Sometimes its hard to get it down but I drink 64 oz. I have managed to eat the veggies everyday but I can't get the salad down all the time. My coach said that I should stay on Phase I until 90% weight loss but I've heard other people say only 80%. I dearly miss the idea of my daily multigrain sandwich with sliced avocado, swiss cheese and chicken. In WW points (which I did before this) that sandwich had about 7 points but it tasted so good! I feel like I am grieving my carbs and am going through some kind of denial/resentment that I can't have them anymore. Not just the carbs but the veggies that I do like (which are few and far between) and the dairy. Non-fat yogurt was part of my daily diet. I went on IP because I know that I cannot stick to a diet for an extended time. The fact that this was very low carb (to curb my carb addiction) and was fairly quick gave me hope that I could finally meet my weight goal. I am actually only 4'11" so 30 pounds looks pretty heavy on me.

I really thank you for replying. I know that people who have support have a much better chance of success. To know that you and others have gone through the same thing is encouraging. It's just today, between the reality of a plate of pasta and the dream of wearing my summer shorts, the pasta is looking mighty good.

Thanks showgirlaz...I'm feeling much better after a great night's sleep (oh boy this Ketosis has been messing with my beauty sleep!) Toxins certainly make sense, lord knows I've not treated this body very well over the years. Afterall, that's why I'm hear right? lol

I'm very happy to know I don't have to suffer through another one!!

Aww Lynn thank you sweety...Finally thought it was time to stop hiding behind my avatar. I should feel proud of my 44lb weight loss so far...thank you

2many,

Mrs. D is full of wisdom, and I’d like to add a bit. Hang in there, because you will get to enjoy your beloved carbs again once you reach Phases 3 & 4, but by then you will have retrained your body on processing them properly, and educated yourself on when and how to eat them so the weight doesn’t come back on. I am almost finished with PH 3, and have come to realize that the way I ate before IP is very similar to the choices I can make now, and will make during maintenance, to keep the weight off. No, you can’t go back to unhealthy eating habits, but that breakfast sandwich you mentioned? You’ll be able to work that in. Follow the program, it is worth the sacrifice!

Just checking in. I am on my 2nd week of IP. I have been reading posts for the past week... and I am so encouraged by you all.

I had a major detour last night when mhy husband and I went out to dnner with some clients. Today, I will not let that discourage me and throw in the towel. I have had my breakfast and lunch and I have a plan for dinner. I have to do this. I am tired of playing the weight-loss yoyo game. I want to lose this weight and move on with a healthier life!

Why doesn't my profile picture show up with my post? I checked the picture size and it looks ok.... I deleted it and re-added it. Any suggestions?

You have to put it in under the "edit avatar" page.

Good Morning everyone, had WI #4 today and have lost 19 lbs. I love this diet. It was hard at first but mind over matter helps.I have found that when you think something looks good and you are hungry. If I drink some water at those times it seems to take that craving away. Good luck this week to everyone.

I got the Walden Farms Marinara sauce at the IP place I go to. I don't like their salad dressings much so I had low expectations but think it's pretty good. I was able to use it during my first week. It is carb free, fat free and calorie free. I don't know how they manage that because it is made from tomatoes. I put it on my chicken and some fish. Maybe it would give you a tomato fix. And yeah, it's not a lot of food. Are you able to minimize your exposure to the real world? That helps. I started one week after shoulder surgery so my life was cleared. I stayed in my room a lot reading and watching recorded t.v. - fast forwarded through the food commercials! If I had to be in an office surrounded by temptations and food smells - like I used to be it would be tough. I don't go into an office anymore so it's just my social life that is tempting. I know I am fortunate in that respect. Plus, my main problem has always been the evening carb binges so I'm okay during the day. But I do still get hungry. My coach said I could do an extra IP pack, a little extra protein or extra veggies (not restricteds.) I found a little extra protein worked best for me - though not at the moment. My weight loss slowed down. I am, however, still in ketosis. Talk to your coach. I think modifying the jump start would be better than quitting. Extra protein would not hamper your ability to get into ketosis. You might not lose as much because of the extra calories but it might ease you into the diet. Oh, and the omelette with added veggies is a lot more filling. I save a little extra from what I cooked the night before, like broccoli, throw in some mushrooms.

Hi,

I just moved from the east coast to Seattle. I was wondering if any of the IPers could suggest an IP clinic either in downtown seattle or bothell?

Also does anyone know if you join one clinic, if the membership/support etc is transferable to any other IP clinic?

Thanks in advance!

For a great shake made out of the puddings, throw it in the blender with 4-5 ice cubes, extra water and a splash of vanilla SF syrup. Blend it up and enjoy. For an extra treat I drizzle walden farms 0 everything chocolate syrup on top.

Thanks! That worked

Happy Weekend IPers

Anyone have a clinic/coach IP place down in New Orleans? I posted the other day and don't know if there was a response, so I"m putting this out again. I have 2 people very interested and want to send them to someone who's on the ball.
Thanks and keep truckin' everyone. I'm gratefully maintaining one day/one meal at a time on ph.4.

Is Issaquah too far from you? If not, the Fern Life Center in Issaquah is good. Susan is the name of the coach. I can send you her info if you are interested. I think we could both benefit from the referral, too.

There is a clinic in Bellevue that sponsors the program too. I didn't pick that one because it is also a plastic surgery center. For some reason that bugged me. (I never called them, just a snap judgement.)

Yes! You should be very proud! I LOVE LOVE your "kissing" picture! That is my dream. I can't wait until the day I can pet one, let alone have the same experience that you got to have. How wonderful.