New here- 3rd day for me-
I need some salad dressing ideas- Not too crazy about the WF Thousand Island-
Is there anything we can mix with it to make it better?
I have tried to make my own oil/vinegar combo but not crazy about it either!
I don't want to cheat!
I really want this to work but not very encouraged right now! HELP!

Had a weigh in this morning. Down another 3 lbs for a grand total of 31 lbs! 31 pounds in 10 weeks!!! Onderland is right around the corner! In other exciting news, my husband is meeting with my coach tomorrow and will be starting IP on Wednesday. I asked him if he was excited and he said he wasn't, LOL. I know he's mourning all of the things he won't be able to have anymore, but I keep telling him how great he's going to feel, and how quickly the weight will start to melt off. The first week is hard, but I'll do whatever I can to help him through. I'm just so excited to see his reactions when he starts to see the changes in himself.

If anyone is looking for the restaurant guide thread I made it a sticky Good stuff there !!!


http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/othe...-guide-ip.html

Also, here are the links to last week's threads:
http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/othe...y-17-23-a.html

http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/othe...y-23-30-a.html

Link to home page with stickys for Recipes, FAQs, phases, and alternate ideas:
http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/othe...arb-diets-227/[/QUOTE]


ShowgirlAZ - I think the old thread needs to be closed but I don't know how to do it.
Chaplains Wifey- jello is yummy. I had black cherry diet soda with splenda by Waist Watchers to use to make it.
thanks for the tip

a moderator would need to close the threads for the may 23-30 conversations. I would if I could but I can't

Thanks EatBeef!

And thanks Elizabeth for the great info on L-carnitine. I'm going to go get some today. I'm hoping maybe it will help with fatigue. Unfortunately I haven't felt more energy on IP like some (most?) of you had. I feel tired a lot, which is frustrating. I've always equated lack of energy with depression but this feels different. I feel it in my legs, which is wierd, I know. Anyhoo, worth a try. If anybody else has struggled with fatigue and overcame, I would love to hear about it.

By the way, what's a good dosage?

Have you tried the oil (extra virgin olive oil) and vinegar (apple cider) mixed with an equal amount of water and splenda or stevia and a bit of sweet basil?

1 tsp. EVOO
1 tsp. apple cider vinegar
1 tsp. water
packet of splenda or stevia
sweet basil to taste

when you are on the CP bar tool click on edit avatar. then browse to find your picture, save and it will show you as your avatar!

So nice to see you fluffy! I was wondering how you were doing. Losing 47 in all the stress is great! Don't feel discouraged about that in any way... stop in often and say "hi". We are still keeping you in mind.

I am sorry the emotions are starting to run high! I know things get crazy the week or so before the wedding. LOST always had me Lost! I gave up along time ago trying to figure it out.

I really appreciate your words. It has given me something to think about. I haven't ever said or thought, "I never want kids. I even have a hard time saying it would be ok if I don't." I haven't tried to not get pregnant. I just never have.. I haven't even been on birth control in 12 years.. and NOT EVEN A POSSIBLE accident. So, I don't know if I can. I haven't pushed it with the doctor yet either. I know I "in that point of decision" (actually probably passed it 6 years ago, I wanted to do A.I. then but, my mom died and I wasn't in a place for it physically or emotionally.) and it hasn't been far from my mind these days. I really have to give your words some thought. No one has even stated it to me like that before.


Try other wf dressings. I like italian best and then season it some more. Check the recipe thread for dressings too. What flavors do you like in a dressing. Maybe we can help you find a dressing that works great!


Thanks Leenie!! And thank you for the sub forum!

well do IP, they say you get more prone to pregnancy ;-) also take pre-natal vitamins, believe it or not it helps!

How long have you been off the pill? Some people I know have been on the pill for a little bit and when they get off it's like magic

Happy Monday!

question: I bought these beautiful organic chickens from the local market (was buy one get one free) and would love to roast them. Should I roast them with the skin on and just not eat the skin or take skin off? it will be very hard to take the skin off when not cooked.

thank you for any advice.

Still here whatcha need?

The two got combined somehow? I am so confused...
Did we lose any of the messages from the other board?

This is a pretty long thread already. Please keep an eye on it and start a new one when it gets up there.

New to this forum and excited to be starting IP on Friday (28th). I want to start on a weekend so that I have 2 non work days to ease in.
I have been reading all the IP posts and am grateful that so many of you are helping everyone by sharing your experiences as well posting some great encouragements for everyone.
So looking forward to hanging out here with you all in the next while. My initial goal is 40 pounds but I do have a lot more than that has to go.
I have been reading Dr. Tran's book and it looks like this plan was designed for only a few weeks. I'm wondering what the longest some people on the forum have been on the plan. As well I am looking for more info on the 'after' maintenance. Is there a forum or thread in regards to this? Any info on the after would be appreciated.

Thanks for all your inspiration so far !
Cheers !

I would be sooo happy to be at 165! I think I'll make one of those paper chains from elementry school and cut off one for every day until I"m thin

When do I stop thinking about eating unhealthy? I haven't had any carbs or cheat days- my cheating has been limited to a bit of cheese once a week- but I constantly think of when I'll be off IP and how I can have salsa and chips again. I'm hoping my mind stops obsessing about food at some point and I get in a healthier state of mind.

I also miss beer.