AAM week question...HELP please !!

[debz32]

Hoping someone can help...a few daft questions about AAM....

1. do I HAVE to do AAM ??

2. Now in my 4th week - is it AAM in week 5 ??

3. Will I still lose weight ? scared it'll slow me down....

4. What can I eat ??

Sorry to be thick - it's just my CDC is cr@p - never phones or contacts me - I only speak to her when re-ordering my 4weekly supply - great eh ??

Just as well I seem to be doin OK cos she wouldn't be much help ! She's also given me a list of dates when she won't be available !!

So I kinda rely on you guys to keep me right

Thanx in advance.....

[Wobbly]

Not an expert by any extent, but the books say you can only not do add a week with medical agreement. Most people still seem to loose 3/4lbs anyway, even with the extra bits.

[debz32]

thanx Wobbly...hopefully a CDC (experienced CDer) might spot this post and give me some more info

[icemoose]

Hiya

1. do I HAVE to do AAM ??

Yes you do unless you have a signed letter from your GP saying he/she is ok with you not doing it.

2. Now in my 4th week - is it AAM in week 5 ??

Yes every fifth week

3. Will I still lose weight ? scared it'll slow me down....

You will still lose fat as the AAM is still very low calorie. You may retain a little water which can mask that loss that week but it will soon go. Most people find the next week is usually better.

4. What can I eat ??

That is in your pink book that you will have been given but effectively a very small portion of chicken/turkey/cottage cheese or another protein only based option.

M.

[debz32]

thanx Mike - knew someone would be along to help me out !

Cheers m8

[Russiandoll]

Hi Debz
I echo what Wobbly says in that AAM is strongly advised and most people don't have a problem with it.

Having said that, knowing my own issues and personality, I haven't done an AAM week since starting CD: my choice and I certainly wouldn't dream of encouraging people to follow suit. I just knew it would trip me up before I had a chance to address my issues around food.

I'm not saying I'd never do one - but when I'm ready (probably at goal at this rate!! )

[debz32]

Hi Debz
I echo what Wobbly says in that AAM is strongly advised and most people don't have a problem with it.

Having said that, knowing my own issues and personality, I haven't done an AAM week since starting CD: my choice and I certainly wouldn't dream of encouraging people to follow suit. I just knew it would trip me up before I had a chance to address my issues around food.

I'm not saying I'd never do one - but when I'm ready (probably at goal at this rate!! )

Thanx Debbie - know what ur staying bout bein 'tripped up'...defo gonna do AAM - hopefully I'll be fine

[doublemum]

Hi Debz
Just to put your mind at rest!!
I changed to the 790 plan on thursday after my 3rd weigh in & i was really worried about the weight loss slowing down, so being really paranoid i've weighed myself every morning since & every morning i've been another pound DOWN!!!!!
I know we are all different & mine might slow down but just thought i'd share it with you!
Lorraine xx

[debz32]

Hi Debz
Just to put your mind at rest!!
I changed to the 790 plan on thursday after my 3rd weigh in & i was really worried about the weight loss slowing down, so being really paranoid i've weighed myself every morning since & every morning i've been another pound DOWN!!!!!
I know we are all different & mine might slow down but just thought i'd share it with you!
Lorraine xx

Thanx Lorraine - very encouraging news

[Ajax]

I am about to go into my 6th week this week, and haven't been advised of AAM week, I was told it was up to me!! HMM
Although that is what I prefer?

[jazzy]

Hi Debz32

I love doing AAM weeks. Makes me feel "normal" for a week. It's interesting because even though it is only a small amount of food it takes me ages to eat it and I feel really full afterwards. I always drink a glass of water with it which I think is probably a good habit to get into for when i return to eating normally. I don't find it slows my loss down and as someone has already said I lose approx 4lbs on AAM week. I find that the small amount of food tends to kick start my system again and I have a great loss the following week. I tend to have the same things each AAM week which is chicken and mushrooms, wrapped in foil and cooked in the oven, fresh cod and cabbage, an odd combination but I quite like it or cottage cheese with cucumber mixed in. I'm always glad to return to SS by the end of the week though. I seem to run out of time to be cooking things as I have now found other things to do at the times when I would have been cooking, eating etc

I hope you enjoy it.

Jazzy x

[demon]

Absolutely love AAM weeks and have done them since I started CD

I truly believe it's crucial to incorporate food throughout the journey - figure it's vital for long term success to address our food issues as we go along.

[MiSsYB]

Great thread....ive switched to CD from LL, and have been told about AAM, are there any dangers if i decide not to do AAM?

[Libbie]

Always done AAM brought,well no a friend brought me a plate a nice little ovel one and i use that set at the table with my water in a large wine glass eat slowly and enjoy.
Can still remember the first amm I had chicken and spring greens mmmmyummyyyyyyyyy
love libbie x

[debz32]

Thanx for all your replies guys

really helpful.....as always !!!

looking forward to my AAM next week.....REAL FOOD !!!