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Originally Posted by corileahs
Hi everyone!
I just started Ideal Protein and so far it is really challenging! I am the type of person that need immediate results and I know that's not going to happen. I want to lose about 50-60 pounds, my current weight is 181.
I am having problems with the food choices, I'm not the biggest fan of veggies so cooking them to a palatable state is tough for me. I have not cheated and I am fully committed to not cheating.
Can anyone tell me when they started noticing result? Does anyone have any awesome tips or tricks?
Thank you so much, I have seen such inspiring stories on here! Wow, so much of ya'll have a lot to be proud about!
Congrats on taking that first step to a healthier life! This is my 47th day on IP. I haven't cheated. I don't feel like I'm "missing out" on any of my favs because I have found some wonderful new ways to cook old favorites and also I've discovered some surprising new favorites (who knew chayote would make the best hashbrowns or that zuchini would be the answer to my pasta cravings?!!).
AFA results go, I'm down right at 35 lbs. I haven't truly kept up with my inches but it's safe to safe that there is quite a bit less of me now than there was just a few weeks ago; I was in 24W jeans and 5x tops. I can wear 18W jeans now and my 2XL tee shirts are feeling almost loose!
Tips:
1)look into Rainbow's recipes; I guarantee you will be inspired.
2)If you have a smart phone get the "water your body" app to help you remember to get all of the water in you need.
3)Constipation can be a problem so get some Smooth Move tea and be ready.
4) Taking the supplements is vital. You might want to add biotin, as well. I was already taking it and have not experienced any of the hair loss that some have had.
5) Collagen will help keep your skin elastic. IP Blueberry Pomegranante drink mix may be considered a freebie (in that it doesn't count as one of your IP packets for the day) by your coach but even if it isn't, it's a great source. I myself make my own IP compliant gelatin using plain unflavored sugar free gelatin powder and a flavored water enhancer (be sure it is 0/0/0 which means zero carbs/zero sugar/zero fat) with enough water to equal the amount of fruit juice called for.
5) Purge your pantry, fridge and freezer of all non compliant food stuffs. If there are others in your household, now is a good time for them to learn to eat healthily, also. But if they "have" to have snack items make sure it is out of sight from you especially if it is something you might "crave".
6) Get a copy of Beck's Diet Solution" book. It will help you in so many ways.
7) Remember: you are stronger then your cravings.
8) Cauliflower just might become your new best friend. so many ways it can be used to fill in for foods we choose not to eat while OP (on protocol); rice, potatoes, can be made into "tortillas, etc.
9) Pinterest can be quite useful, too, when searching for IP compliant recipes. There are many keto recipes that can be easily tweaked to become IP compliant as well.
10) "Mind over matter" is what will make this way of life successful. You can't look at it as a diet. You can't see it as a temporary way of eating. You will learn how to choose what you eat wisely. IP works; you only have to make up your mind once and for all that it will work for you!
Enjoy the journey!