One thing that saved me Sweets wise were teh Fudgecicles and SF Jello if you use Strawberry and some light whipped topping its pretty close to Shortcake
Nutwise it's all about the prebagged nuts if you don't comprehend portions like me
Also if you want something Chiliesque in not much time
15 minute Skillet Chili
1 lb ground turkey
1 jar Salsa (translation I don't chop for ANYONE
Frozen Veggies of your Choice (I usually do a bag of multicolored Peppers and some Frozen onions) you can toss in about anything frozen or fresh
1 can of beans
Chili powder Cumin spices to taste
I brown the turkey with spices except for salt and pepper toss in the frozen onions and pepper strips when those have softened dump the salsa in (at this point i put about 1/4 of a cup or so of water in the jar of salsa and shake it to get the extra stuff out and make sure theres enough liquid)
strain the beans and rinse till theres no more bubbles toss em in wait till it all heats up
Salt and pepper to taste
garnish as desired
it is GREAT over a salad

New to S.B. - day 7!
 

I'm on day 7, find myself sometimes thinking - what can I eat that's different...I've done well so far, but have been tempted. I am not giving up on this one!!! I hope I see results on the scale tomorrow to keep me motivated through Phase I. Any support welcomed.
Thanks.
Sheree' :)

Hi All,
Ruth, I loved your term 'retreads' - that's pretty much how I'm feeling right now!

We got back from 2 weeks in Malta and a week in Rome. Talk about the anti-SBD!! White flour, white pasta, white pastry, white bread, white pizza crust. I tried, really I did, but after 3 days I caved. Boy, was it good lol!

Figured out that if European women are skinnier while eating all these things, it has to be that they don't focus on the eating. Everything is social over there. You eat but it is secondary to the company. Walking to and from the social event isn't considered a virtuous exercise - just a better alternative to paying for a bus or the hassle of finding a place to park. Strolling after dinner is the norm. Also, quantities and portions are smaller while prices for the smaller amounts are higher.

So, anyhow, that's why I'm back here on Phase 1. It's nice to have the company. Thanks!

Sheree, don't give up. Sometimes the scale holds on to test you, but keep on doing what you're doing and it will budge. Everyone else, hope your day is going as planned.

Well, hello my "eating twin"! I don't like the Diet Coke and I had high hopes for Coke Zero, but it just doesn't work for me. I do like Diet Sprite Zero, Diet Dr. Pepper, Diet Cherry Vanilla Dr. Pepper. I have been using the Crystal light (and walmart) brand add ins to help me get through my water. Sometimes, I just can't take another swig of plain old water!

I have a texture issue with fruits and vegetables. I know that I have to work through it. I was just too lazy before. I have a bad track record for giving up really quick. I am trying to stay committed to the first two weeks. I didn't start eating salads until well into my adult life. Luckily, I have developed an okay relationship with them.

Good luck!

The sf jello really does help me work through my cravings sometimes. I also have some sugar free popsicles. It really helps to get that sweet taste. I would have caved after 24 hours otherwise. LOL

Hi and welcome to all the new folks and teh "retreads". I've not been giving this thread my full attention due to real life stuff but will try to pop in as much as I can.
Hang in there, chickies! Detox doesn't last forever - it just feels that way!

Day 4 for me...holding strong. Except, I was supposed to go to Curves this morning and didn't. Just polished off a big bowl of 3 (actually 4) bean salad and some Crystal Light - that was going to be a part of my lunch but I'm actually full...so I'll hold off for a mid-afternoon snack.

I know I'm not supposed to weigh daily, but I can't help it...scale showed I'm down 2 pounds since Tues. :goodscale:

How's everyone else doing?