SlimDown bars are a great alternative to IP products, and much cheaper. They're quasi-exactly the same thing. The only problem is that they are 15 grams of carbs each, so when you take two, you're taking 30 grams of carbs. I'm buying my Slimdown bars from WaltMart. You probably have the EAS shake also at walmart, that we'll be a good alternative from the bars.

If you add the:
30 carbs from the 2 bars
5.8 carbs of 1 cup of brocoli
8.4 carbs of 1 cup of turnip
2.6 carbs of 1 cup of cucumber
3.6 carbs of 1 cup of celery

You're getting about 50 grams of carbs a day wich is a lot.. I suggest that you use someting like a shake with about 2-5 grams of carbs, in place of 1 of the 2 bars, and If you're okay with that, maybe 2 shake someday..

50 grams of carbs is one of Jordanna highest day of carb, and she's able to maintain herself between 20-30 carbs I think..

If you want to order some Lindora products, you can order them from here : International Drugstore the shipping is 9.99$ for us canadian.

WOW thank you so much for the info! have a question for you. I am training for a half marathon so do you think I should get a bit more carbs that usual on the IP diet?

Well, I'm not the pro here on IP and exercise, maybe you should ask Kate, but I do think you need more energy, but maybe not more carbs.. I'm really not sure... Go ask the question in the weekly thread for IP, you'll have more information there

Hi
For the lady that says she subs all her supplements with the EAS protein shakes , are you still seeing good results from that? Also I was wondering if anyone else is following the plan without using their protein supplements and having success with it. I want to do this but cannot afford all their supplements so I was thinking of using Pure Protein bars and EAS shakes.

WOW! That is a lot of running! I go to a personal trainer a few times a week and he has told me on the days I work out, he wants me to have some fruit to get good carbs for the workout. I have done this, so am getting more carbs on those days. I know I have read before if you work out you may want to eat an extra packet a day, so this would make sense for you to have the extra. Again, I am not an expert, not as much as a researcher as some others, but I have lost 32 pounds since Feb and am very happy with the rate of loss. I have never had a week I did not loose something, even if only 2 ounces, so I am going to keep on doing what I have been, plus I so love the fruit. I eat about four to five small chunks of pineapple. You must be a very dedicated person to be doing this and running all that distance. Hey, you ought to talk to Sassykimman on the weekly thread, she is also a marathon runner!! What ever you decide is best for YOU, I hope you do well. Remember, all of us on this plan are doing different things, have different levels of activity, lead different lifestyles in general and no two people are going to do the exact same thing and get the exact same results.

Like I mentioned above, I have lost 32 since Feb and am very happy with that rate. I started at 261 and am down to 229. I like it!!

I am also seeing good results without using the IP products. they do have some things that are good and I can't find anywhere else (jello, vinegar/salt chips) but I just do without. I am seeing a loss of about 1-2 pounds per week which is working for me.
good luck

[QUOTE=I am also seeing good results without using the IP products. they do have some things that are good and I can't find anywhere else (jello, vinegar/salt chips) but I just do without. I am seeing a loss of about 1-2 pounds per week which is working for me.
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Hey Proudmommy,
I am on alternative IP as well but besides the shakes and a couple of things from Lindora, have not seen anything that low on carbs. I especially have had a hard time finding bars. What do you use? Any one has any good suggestions?

Hi, I'm new to IP - day 3. I appreciate the recipes - I used the Spinach Frittata and it was good. I need more ways to incorporate the "foods" for lunches at work so I'm not just drinking shakes and eating vegetables. Ideas like the frittata. I was wondering what WF sands for in recipes I've read.
Thanks!

WF= Walden Farms. 0 carbs, 0 everything (I think)

I use the Pure Protein bars. They are around 15 g carbs. I do not use one every day. The bars are a restricted item (meaning you should not use them each day) and I have them when I am in a hurry and don't have time for a meal or shake. I think eating the lettuce and veggies every day is very important.

I am down 19 pounds today It is thanks to this board and all the wonderful tips we share with each other

have a great day!

If you get a chance check out diet direct they have the vanilla and chocolate pudding supplements and they are about the same as lindora only a little bit cheaper, I just started day 1 today and instead of a protein packet for breakfast i had two eggs.

I love the Smores one!! About how many days a week do you use them? 19lbs is a great accomplishment! How long have you been on IP?

I have not tried the smores. I like the peanut butter. My son taught me to put it in the microwave for about 10 seconds and that makes it so good. I try to only eat one or two a week. Some days I will just have half of one.

I have been on since April 21st, not quite two months. The inches are what really show the loss for me

Hi Everyone,
I have been lurking for a while but this is my first post. I have looked everywhere on the boards for information about an alternative to the IP puddings. I ordered one type from Lindora and I have looked at the nutrition guidelines for the pudding on DietDirect. Both are higher in carbs and sugar than the IP version. Does anyone have a better alternative or a recipe to make it myself?

Thanks!

Just a curious question for those who are replacing IP packets with PureProtein, EAS, etc. I've been on IP for about 9 weeks now, and my only objection is the cost b/c the rest of the program works great!

After reading this thread, it looks like I could theoretically replace the IP pre-mixed chocolate drink (my daily breakfast) with the EAS without any major difference. I usually grab an IP bar for my snack, but have looked at the PureProtein bars as an alternative -- more protein with little difference in cals/carbs. This would mean I'd only need 2-3 boxes of IP food every two weeks. That would save a bunch of money!

For those of you who are relying on the lower cost options, are you still being coached, doing regular weigh-ins, etc.? What, if anything, are coaches saying? Or have you simply decided to follow the program without the coaching?

I'm doing the program through my Dr.'s office, and I'm sure I would raise some eyebrows there if I came to weigh-in but didn't buy enough food. What's your experience?