I just started IP today. I am beginning menopause and have gained 25 pounds in two years. I have tried most everything I know of to lose weight and then I heard about IP. So here I go! I really dont konw how blogging and threads, etc work, so if I posted this in the wrong place let me know

I have been drinking all the water. even a bit more on some days.

What about almond milk, I didnt have skim, so I put some in my coffee in the mornings.

I am also not exercising.

I started IP on August 18, 2011. I am from Louisiana. I weight 269 and first week lost 5.5 and 4 inches and then second week 6.5 and lost 9 inhces for a total of 12 lbs in 2 weeks and 13 inches. I love this diet. This weekend was hard for me but getting through it. Started walking today. Walked 1 mile this morning and 2 this afternoon. Thanks for all your help in advance.

ONE CHEERLEADER FOR EVERY 5 LBS LOST


W#1 5.5..W#2 6.5

Girl believe me it works if you work it. So exciting cause you loose so fast. Good luck!!

Hi just wanted to tell you I started arond the same time the 18th. So nice to meet you. I have been lucky not to be suffering with those things. I did have cravings this weekend but not bad. I am here if you need.

ONE CHEERLEADER FOR EVERY 5 LBS!

W#1 5.5 LBS..W#2 6.5 LBS

We are all glad you are here.

[QUOTE=nessahebert;4021233]Hi just wanted to tell you I started arond the same time the 18th. So nice to meet you. I have been lucky not to be suffering with those things. I did have cravings this weekend but not bad. I am here if you need.

Thanks, Nessa! We are making this weight loss journey together on 3FC! About the cravings and the tiredness, it is really up and down, but I have learned a lot about myself in these last few weeks. About mentally pushing through... I hope you are enjoying the long weekend!!!

Glad you are here. Everyone will help you. Just ask.

Welcome lbhadley, this is a great program. We have fun here on the boards helping out each other and making suggestions. Those 25lbs will be gone in no time....you will see

I have read on here that a few people use almond milk for their coffee, I am sure if you use it in moderation every now and then you will be fine.

EXACTLY, we are all here on the same journey, its always nice to have people who understand what you are going through and try to help as best they can even if they are hundreds sometimes thousands of miles away from you

ref: I have read on here that a few people use almond milk for their coffee, I am sure if you use it in moderation every now and then you will be fine.



Just realized it is my time of the month, explains my water retention.
thanks for listening.

Im new to this whole site and diet... Not real sure if this post im doing is what im hoping to do! lol... so, I started IP 9-7-11. I feel good for the most part but having a slight headache. Also, I WANT CHOCOLATE! I am not going to cheat but i am really having a bad sweet-tooth. I am very glad I found this site. It does help ALOT!

Don't despair, things do get easier!! The 1st week was the most difficult for me. However, after my 1st WI, motivation kicked in!!!!!

Martha

akscutest, there are sugar-free chocolate syrups you can buy from Torani that you can put in your IP drinks or puddings or whatever. I use them.
Helps with the need for sweet things.

I starte IP on 9/7. The third day has been my toughest but since then, I have felt great! No more bloated tummy or 3 o'clock crash. I've kept it basic so far while I get used to it but look forward to using the recipes that I have found on this site. My work has started a new weight loss clinic and so there are a lot of my co-workers that are just starting too and the support has been overwhelming. I can't wait to see where this takes us!

Great to have diet buddies at work - it will make it so much easier for you - way to go!