Well, I just finished the first week of Phase 1 and am starting week 2. I bought the "Supercharged" book this weekend - and read the whole thing! One problem I am having is the dairy part. I hate milk and yogurt and cannot stomach either of them. Does anyone have any suggestions? I have been OP the whole week (down 5 pounds!) but can't seem to get that dairy in there.
Today I am going to start the interval walking that they discuss in the book. I'm awfully lazy and have trouble sticking to a workout plan. This is a 20 minute interval walk though, and I think I can handle that!
Congrats to all you losing and staying OP!! Welcome to those that are new!
Hi everyone. I've been posting sporatically, as I am just finishing my P1, but think I'm going to stick on it for another week (anniversary dinner on Sat, so I "cheated", but not tooo bad.) I'm down 10 lbs, and am starting to have some energy back. Woo hoo!
Have I mentioned I HATE veggies? But I'm trying new things, and haven't used butter or margarine to cook a single thing in two weeks. YAY! DH hasn't missed any of it, and we've found some new dishes.
I'm kinda worried about sticking to SB now that the kids are home. DH has custody of his 3 kids, and they were visiting their mom for her summer vacation the last two weeks. Figured it would be a good time to start P1. Trying to S-T-R-E-T-C-H the dollar now that they are home....
I'm down 10 lbs, and am starting to have some energy back. Woo hoo!
I'm kinda worried about sticking to SB now that the kids are home. ... Trying to S-T-R-E-T-C-H the dollar now that they are home....
LaMariposa
Funny I was thinking about you this morning as I was driving through the mountains. Why, because I remember you posting your concern about SB and budget, and I quote from July's P1 thread, " I'm used to eating high carb to stretch the dollar in the house, and now I'm stocking up on veggies and am afraid once school starts for the kids, our groceries are going to be through the roof. Any ideas?"
I was going to respond to your original post then *poof* you mentioned it again. I don't have the miracle answer for you, because I don't have kids and don't understand one thing about cooking for a family. I was wondering if you could start a specific thread where we could brainstorm ideas because......
Today you have stated that you have lost 10 pounds and are starting to have some energy back. Somewhere you owe it to your health to find a way to make this work out. I thought about your post the other night while dining OP at Country Buffet. The kids food choices were so poor, and no wonder we are a nation of the obese. Perhaps your finding a way to make a healthier WOL work out for your entire family would be a gift of health to DH and the kids.
Post and I think the creative and budget minded beachers could and would help.
One problem I am having is the dairy part. I hate milk and yogurt and cannot stomach either of them. Does anyone have any suggestions? I have been OP the whole week (down 5 pounds!) but can't seem to get that dairy in there.
Here's a list of some other foods rich in Calcium:
Salmon
Tofu
Sardines
Collard greens
Spinach
Turnip greens
Okra
White beans
Baked beans
Broccoli
Brussel sprouts
Sesame seeds
Bok choy
Almonds
I wouldn't sweat it too much if you can't tolerate milk. Make sure you get some cheese daily too and take a calcium and Vit. D supplement. You need to take D to absorb the calcium or it doesn't do any good. You need to take in 1000 mg of calcium daily.
Hello everyone!! Ive been on SB for about a week now. Had a rough weekend and gained back 1lb. Oh well.
But I had a question about these protein bars I stumbled upon. I looked up protein bars for SB but it said pretty much that nothing is aloud except the SB bars. Which are only for phase 2 & 3. I was hoping that these would be ok...cant post a photo yet. They are "Met-rx Protein Plus". They have their own website with the info.
Thanks all in advanced!!
-Lindsay
Just got back from dinner at The Olive Garden! DH and I had a gift card that was burning a hole in our pocket...
Did really well as I ordered iced tea instead of wine. Then I ordered the herb-crusted salmon with steamed veggies on the side. It was amazing! I didn't even crave the pasta while I enjoyed a dish so delicious. DH ordered spaghetti and meatballs and said he was jealous of ME! But I do have to say that I effectively retired my phase 1 at approximately 6:30 PM, when I proceeded to celebrate with 1/2 a bread stick. It was my one indulgence. Playing with fire...I know.
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To the concern about dairy, I might be in this boat too because I cannot STAND milk. I eat plenty of cheese though - too much probably. Thanks for the list of alternate calcium sources!
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As for the protein bars, what phase are you on? In Phase One there are no acceptable protein bars that I know of, unless you make your own. I can't even think of any that would be p2 friendly, but maybe I'm wrong. The South Beach Diet bars are kind of confusing...because those on the diet technically shouldn't have them until they are on maintenance. Too much sugar and carbs.
Hey all! So far so good on Day 2! I am finding it surprisingly easy. I realise its only Day 2 but after a year of fighting with myself about eating friggin' veggies the freedom to eat a tomato and not stress over its carb content has made me feel like this!!!!!!!!!!
Metrx protein plus bars
INGREDIENTS: Chocolate Flavored Coating (Maltitol, Fractionated Palm Kernel Oil, Milk Protein Concentrate, Cocoa, Calcium Caseinate, Soy Lecithin, Natural Flavor), Caramel Layer (Maltitol
Syrup, Nonfat Milk, Milk Protein Concentrate, Fractionated Palm Kernel Oil, Cream, Glycerin, Butter (Cream, Salt), Salt, Mono- and Diglycerides, Sodium Phosphate, Natural Flavor, Carrageenan,
Soy Lecithin), MetamyosynŽ VPP Protein Blend (Milk Protein Concentrate, Calcium Caseinate, Whey Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Concentrate, Hydrolyzed Whey Protein Isolate, Egg White,
L-Glutamine), Hydrolyzed Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, Peanuts, Maltitol, Cocoa (processed with alkali), Inulin, Natural Flavor, Salt, High Oleic Safflower Oil, Vitamin and Mineral Blend (Calcium
Phosphate, Magnesium Oxide, Ascorbic Acid, Alpha Tocopherol Acetate, Niacinamide, Zinc Oxide, Copper Gluconate, d-Calcium
Pantothenate, Ferric Orthophosphate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Thiamin Mononitrate, Folic Acid, Biotin,
Potassium Iodide, Cyanocobalamin), Caramel Color, Sucralose, Maltodextrin.
Lots of bad fats and unpronouncable ingredients in here. Not a SB compatible food to me. This plan is about using whole foods and healthy ingredients, not overly processed food items. For the 310 calories I could make a really nice SB entree that will fill you up for hours and be a lot healthier.
Hello Im new to this forum, i have been doing south beach for a few months, the last couple of weeks ive had a few slip ups so i am doing phase 1 again from today
I was going to respond to your original post then *poof* you mentioned it again. I don't have the miracle answer for you, because I don't have kids and don't understand one thing about cooking for a family. I was wondering if you could start a specific thread where we could brainstorm ideas because......
Thanks - I will do this! Still new to how the boards work here, but am loving the support!!!
Katie - Welcome! You look like you are on the right track - way to go so far! Welcome to SB - I've been chugging along for 2 weeks now (with a cheat this weekend) so I'm sticking it out a few more days.
I would have liked to have had some more veggies with dinner, but I only got home from work after 9pm and I just needed some food! Working these hours has made me cranky but am happy that I have stayed on plan. Its 11pm here and I still have a few hours of work to get through but I wanted to check in quick. Hugs to everyone
I would have liked to have had some more veggies with dinner, but I only got home from work after 9pm and I just needed some food!
Danni - YAY for day two down. Can you try cutting up your veggies that you are going to eat the day before? I have a hard time w/ this too, as it's a rush to get in from work, get kids from the MIL, and cook dinner. I find if everything's pre-cut, I will cook them, if not, I say "I'll eat it tomorrow". I find I don't let the veggies go to waste this way either. As tonight's dinner is cooking (or nuking ) cut up some veggies for tomorrow. Also the Ziploc Steam bags are great for easy, yummy veggies (and I wash/reuse them until they won't zip closed any more).
Help! Is this ok??
to The Beach, Katie. There is lots of information and support on our stretch of the sand.
) cut up some veggies for tomorrow. Also the Ziploc Steam bags are great for easy, yummy veggies (and I wash/reuse them until they won't zip closed any more).
