Hi,
I've been reading this forum for months. I started SBD last June and lost 10 lbs. Since then, I have gained about 8 back. I lost it over the holidays and have yet to gain control. I'm frustrated because I did so well for almost 6 months - I am a carb addict and sweet freak and this diet is the only one that works for me.

So, that's me! I'm starting phase 1 again tomorrow and need all the support I can get. I must rid myself of the sugar cravings!

Anne

Welcome lessismore! Everyday is a chance to start over. This is the perfect place to get support and also to be accountable which is one of the main things in a good weight loss program. (IMHO) Log on every chance you get cause there's always new info floatin around. Be encouraged and Stay In It!

Welcome to The Beach, lessismore. There's lots of support and fun here. Be sure to check out the Recipes and FAQ sub-forums for ideas and changes to the plan.

Welcome, Anne! You're in the very same postition as I am. Come on, girl... we can do this!

Thank you. Here I am at day 1. Last night I ate a whoopie pie and some waffles . I am so determined though. After eating that stuff I felt terrible. I know I can do this, day 1 is the hardest for me. Breakfast was good, egg beater with soy cheese and 1 slice ham.

OK I did something wrong. I didn't mean to start another new thread. I think I should have done quick reply so I'm testing it out.

Glad to hear your back in the game today! I know you'll over come the temptations and cravings after a day or two. Just stay in it and log on for good support from everyone.

Lessismore,
I get so addicted to sugar that when I get started on it, that's all I will eat. Just junk and every waking minute. It will take me a whole week to get out of that mode, but it does happen. Just give it a try. Last night my DH went to a dinner and to be nice he brought the dessert back to me and let me tell you it was a chocolate death trip, This voice in me from somewhere said I'm not eating that , throw it in the trash....and he did. I was so proud of myself, but I have struggled for a week to get the craving out of me and this morning was my first week to weigh in. Lost 6 pounds. I was so thankful I didn't eat that poison. Hang in there, it will happen.

chris40
Sugar is a nasty, nasty habit. I can totally relate to your story -- saying no is so hard sometimes. I am struggling and like I've said, just so frustrated with myself for "falling off the wagon" after maintaining my loss for so long. I feel like that old person who is filled with self-loathing, wearing her big jeans again as they dig into my waist. Ugh...but I know you are right. It really only takes a week to feel in control again. I'm on day 1, I can't wait til tomorrow so I can say I got through the first day. Sometimes I think I have a problem because it is SO hard for me to give up the sweets. I'm doing this though. No doubt about it.

Good for you Chris40! Wow talk about willpower. You had it lastnight and it paid off today! Great loss! I just love this. Losing me is finding me. Kind of an oxymorone (sp?) I think but it's true.
Good job to all!

Bamiegurl
Are you the quote woman or what? Losing me is finding me - I love it! Oprah said the other day when she is eating right its like a cloud is lifted from her. I believe that too. I always tell myself - If not now, when? Never if I had my way!! Except I feel so great when I'm eating "clean." Do you exercise? Whats your favorite?

I have not really been exercising yet. I was in an auto accident Mother's Day and injured my knee really bad and so I have to take it pretty easy on it. But I am planning to get back to my WATP tapes. I really like those cause you can do them no matter what the weather. Unless it's weather and then it's weather or not I want to! Gotta check with the doc n see what she says. Oh I love readin everything. I gotta get packin if I'm leavin. I am so tempted to swipe my hubbies work laptop that he never uses anymore load the web and take it with me. But I will not have time to fool with it!