today is my last "technical" day on P1.... not seeing how I will change much though cuz really the only thing I miss is my yogurt lol. Fruit will be a bigger part when the season changes and more fresh fruit is available. I don't eat much pasta/grains anyway so i'm totally not missing that.

Down 10.2 lbs !!

Karen, if you are into week 4, you shouldn't still be on Phase I. Most people find their weight loss slows in Phase II, so don't be worried. I had weeks where I didn't lose at all, only to lose several the next week. Just know you are getting healthier and closer to your goal each week.

Anne,

I'm having a hard time moving on to phase 2. When I eat carbs, I just crave more. I know I have to learn how to do this the right way. What would be a good thing to add in first. I did start eating the frozen veggies that have the broc, caul and carrots but I haven't added anything else back in yet.

Karen, I added apples the first week. The second week, I kept apples and added WW tortilla wraps. Going to ph2 was scary for me, too.

I've also had no problem with apples... that's the only thing I've added back so far. Next week, I'm thinking I might go with brown rice.

Good luck, you'll find the combo that's right for you!

Karen, transition to P2 has been problematic for me in the past.
This thread
http://3fatchicks.com/forum/showthread.php?t=83406

has some really helpful info. I'll be making the transition in two weeks time and I'm going to be reading this thread over and over!
Basically, it's all about trial and error. Oatmeal was a complete disaster for me, even the steel cut oats. So I won't be eating that this time around!


jenne - thanks for the welcome back :)

Thanks to everyone for all the helpful info. I think I'll try an apple tomorrow and I'll be reading that thread too. Thanks.

I added oatmeal the first week, apple or banana at lunch the second week. I don't think I added another grain at supper for a few weeks after that, so I didn't add too much too soon. I guess I'm lucky that I did not experience any cravings with this.

quickie phase 1 question - i pretty much gave up my diet over the weekend (probably cheating 1 meal per day friday, saturday, and sunday). has anyone "started over" so soon? i had a luna bar for breakfast but all phase-1 friendly foods otherwise, and i feel like i'm ready to take it on now.

I am officially back on plan! :broc: after a year's hiatus, I put it all back on and a few extra:o. DH is on plan as well...his dad just had a tiple bypass surgery and he has been scared into doing something. It's so good to be so organised again!:D

hey i just had a question i don't know if it pertains to all phases or just this one but i had about 40 peanuts and i was wondering if thats ok or if theres a certain serving size to follow. also if it was too much a serving how can i fix it throughout the day, should i not eat my mid-afternoon snack?

Maadsweet, have you read the SB book? It's pretty impossible to understand the diet & serving sizes without reading it. In this forum the FAQ section has the serving sizes listed. For peanuts: Peanuts, 20 small (May use dry roasted or boiled). There isn't any way to "fix it". Just be mindful of the Phase I foods and forge ahead.

maadsweet, instead of counting out 20 peanuts I took it upon myself to just measure out an ounce each serving, which is probably close to that count. In the book, the amount differs between peanuts, walnuts, etc., because of the size of the different nuts.

If you want to be sure you're staying 100% on-plan, count out your peanuts, walnuts, whatever and weigh them. Whatever that weight is, stick with it. I know that 1 oz. of my peanuts is 160 calories & that's fine by me.

I still keep track of calories but mainly because I could eat too little and feel satiated on this plan! I want to make sure my daily calories aren't too low, although lately my appetite has been close to 1200-1400 calories a day, which is perfect for me to lose.

Yesterday was my first day. I feel really good. I have been a little tired, and had a difficult time working out this morning, but that could happen any day! Tomorrow will be my first 'challange'. We are celebrating a co-worker's bday with cake in the office. I think I will say my stomach is a little upset, so no cake for me. But I will still participate in visiting with my peeps in the office. Maybe I will even brush my teeth first, just to help me stay away from the cake!

Hey! I'm new to the site and new to SB. I was ready to jump in feet first, until I read how important vegetables are. My problem? I hate them. I can tolerate lettuce as a salad (and cucumbers if i force myself).. but I truly struggle with this. Should I try Atkins instead? If I'm eating only one salad a day could that cut it?
I wanted to go SB route because I figured it was more realistic in terms of maintaing. I'd love to hear anyone's input..