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Originally Posted by machbasy
My husband mentioned to me today that he might start on IP next week. I hope he does!!!
Good luck to you both. Remember: Men lose at a much higher rate than women so do not compare yourself to him week to week. My boyfriend was on IP with me. I had less to lose than he did. He lost all his weight in just 6 weeks (then later lost more over a 2 week period). It took me 12 weeks to lose what he did in 6. On a positive note, it was much easier having us both eat the same thing. It was also great having him relate better to what I was going through.
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Originally Posted by Joliebug82
Oh. My. God. Miserable moment. At a birthday party on day 2. Bah. The people here don't get it. No, thank you. I cannot just have one slice of pizza. Dang it.
It is hard at first. I had a work party on my first day. In a few weeks you'll be able to handle any situation with ease and comfort. Hang in and there. You are doing great by holding your own.
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Originally Posted by Coqui
I wish my friend will be more supportive. Last year she went on WW to compete in the biggest looser at work. She lost 25 pounds in 6 months. Her goal was to loose 50. Once the contest ended she began training for a 5k, then 10k and now half marathon to try to loose the next 25. I was one of her most supportive cheerleaders. She was always nagging me and telling me I was too fat, too lazy and so on. I have failed many times on WW so I decided to research IP and started after 2 months of a long thought. 10 weeks later I'm down 30 pounds and I'm exercising. About 5 weeks ago I noticed that she was always ordering pizza, burgers, Chinese, Mexican, you get the picture. She said running is enough for her, so no more WW. We eat lunch together at work, so she was always commenting how bad she felt eating this or that in front of me, or I won't offer you because you banned carbs. She never mentioned anything about my weight loss, not even a word of encouragement or a cheer, like I did for her. We went on winter break 2 weeks ago. I saw her last night. She told me that she just noticed I'm starting to loose some weight, but then told me I need to exercise more or I'm going to look awful. For her 45 minutes Pilates 3 x a week and 30 minute Zumba 3 x week is not enough. I noticed she is starting to gain, but off course I was not going to tell her that, because I know it’s not nice. Am I overreacting or is my friend jealous? Any advice on how to handle her? I really don't want to loose the friendship over this. But I think she might get distant if I look thinner than her.
People get jealous when they think you are accomplishing something better than they are, especially so successfully. Good friends will stick around no matter what, it may just take her awhile to adjust to your success and changes. Don't let her sabotage you though. If she is such a good friend, tell her how it is and that you could really use the support instead of the fast food offers. Good luck. I understand how tough it is when people are trying to sabotage instead of support.
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Originally Posted by Coastalcrafter
another quick hello and update..
I have had very sensitive and extemely irritated bladder for 3 months now, and after many dr appts, and tests, I was told by my urologist about foods that irritate the bladder and thought I'd share..
I am probably the only one out of anyone who has ever tried this program,who has had this painful problem...?
The List includes ANY Sugars and ALL Artificial Sugars- Meats in general, any spices,anything with caffeine, acidic fruits+ juices, all sodas, and hi proteins that naturally turn the bladder acidic.. Most of this list is not even on the plan, nor do I eat/ drink them...
This program works when followed, so next week when I see my urologist, I am going to talk to Him..I am using protein shakes with stevia (since all other artificial sweetners give me migraines) I have been drinking more water too.
I apologize if this is posted in the wrong place, I am still a bit 'foggy' from the anethesia..
I miss you all.....
I'm glad to hear you are still out there. I'm sorry you are going through so much. The body can be a delicate and picky thing sometimes. I know with my migraines and back/neck issues, the strangest things set them off and make life miserable. The good news is every time you identify another problem item, you are improving your quality of life (despite losing a lot of tasty items in your diet). Hang in there, it will get better.
and happy new year!!! 
My cheating over Christmas was mainly with wine and that ALWAYS makes me retain water. Once back on plan and peeing and it goes away pretty quickly.
