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I understand how you feel Hun. I used to think the same way, but as the others have said. You should not exercise every day as your body needs to rest. I was also advised this from the army PTI's where I work. At the most you should exercise every other day, but that is..at the most! I tend...

Mine is 4 years old and its much easier..however, we are just about to try for another one and Im so looking forward to it all over again!!!

You can certainly see a difference there!!! Wow..well done! x

I have to agree with Avisk on this one hun. Your Hubby is perfectly capable of typing up his notes himself. he made them. I would never expect my other half to do this for me and neither would I do it for him...he's doing the course not you. The only thing I have done for my Hubby is proof...

Hi all! Well I had a fantastic weekend, just Hubby, Daughter and I doing lots of things together as a family. I even went to a Chilli Fiesta and enjoyed food there (proof that you can go to events and stick to plan!)...however, I did have a chocolate fudge brownie and icecream for pudding at...

Well done Hun!!! Watching the pennies, I dragged Hubby into Primark on Saturday and actually fit into some size 14s there!!!

A friend of mine is a very big girl on top and she had a reduction a few years ago. Unfortunately its not permanent and with a little weight gain her breasts are the size they were before the operation. One thing you should consider is that this isnt a permanent solution and if you are...

Dont forget your fruit and veg!

I eat loads of salads at work: Tuna and mayo Chicken and bacon - could add pasta on an EE day Salmon Ham I also take a flask with me sometimes with homemade soups..also just put water in it and he could have a mugshot or those new potnoodle (mugshot equiv). Fruit salads. Basically as long as he...

Lol...welcome back Hun. Hubby and I have decided to try again too, so I hope to see you in Honeyoc's thread! xxx

Have to agree with the others Hun, although I did manage to stick to plan and loose 6.5 stone before going to a class. You just have to think about what you want more. Either the rubbish that is going to make you feel bloated and horrible, not to mention guilty, OR follow a plan that will make...

Well done!!! I think maintaining is the hardest thing to do out of it all!

They will be back Hun. (Hugs) xxx

I have recently changed my pill. The first one was one that I had been on since I was 15 and as I was younger it wasnt a problem. As my weight gained, my periods got worse and then didnt improve 9 stones lighter. My new pill stops the cramps that I was getting before and also I have lost...

Yes, its to do with the S and F symbols.

Im sorry to read that you have sts Hun after all the hard work I know that you have put in. Perhaps your body doesnt want to loose those last 9 lbs? I know you have said that you were once the weight that you have set your target for, but sadly as we get older it gets more and more difficult to...

I have to agree with Smokes. Yes, there is no doubt that you and your Son are going to miss them, but it is only for 6 months and not forever. Yes, your Brother made the decision to move over to USA, but he has a right to see his parents too and if they are happy to go over for that time, then...

This thread was virtually written for me!!! I commented to Hubby last night that I am almost out of all clothes - "weekend wear" and work. He said that I should go and buy some then. We dont have a lot of money free at the moment and I was wondering where I could go. I do have a look around...

I have never tried epilating and after reading this, not sure I want to! I think I would rather tackle my stubble with a razor! Lol

Morning all! Well Im feeling a little more upbeat than ever this morning, although a few more hours sleep would have been preferred! I think the "happy pills" that the Doctor has given me have finally kicked in! It does mean however that Im in one of those "couldnt care less" moods and Im sat...

Oh yes, Im with you on this one! This is why I had my band fitted. Even after eating an all you can eat buffet within 20 mins I would be looking through the fridge and cupboards as I was "peckish".

Hi Shaz...the dhansak is from an indian takeaway and is gorgeous, a bit like a sweet and sour lentil curry dish. Its 6.5 syns and I either have chicken or our restaurant does buffalo which is gorgeous! Another regular one that I like at the indian is also chicken jalfrezi thats 8.5 syns. I...

They do think a lot of you Hun. Thats a really nice gesture from them. My Inlaws are the same - even though I often grumble about my MIL, she has a heart of gold and has helped me and Hubby out so much. She has even started buying me new clothes as she is proud of my weight loss!

Well done on the loss Hun. I've only just read this thread...wow you really do have a lot to contend with dont you?? Does your family get respite help of any kind? From what you have described on here it sounds as if you need a break from the every day things that you have happening. Its a...

Ouch!!! Im with Julia...what is w5d3???

Lol..I find that I cant digest iceburg lettuce or the skins on tomatoes if they are older tomatoes and the same with peppers. I can eat other lettuce though and eat cherry tomatoes. I cant eat skins on potatoes though and miss the jacket on a jacket potato :( Regarding chocolate and...

This happened to my MIL hun and she stayed the same for 10 weeks..SW gave her her money back and made her a target member. I then had a good look at her food diaries and she was getting a few things confused and sometimes hadnt written it down on her sheet until I quizzed her. I would certainly...

That is such a lovely thoughtful thing for your Dad to come out with and you should not think its a pointless post at all Hun. My Dad told me he loved me when I got married almost 6 years ago and that was it! My Mum and I love each other, but we have never said it to each other and I think...

Well done Huni, you should be really proud of yourself! xxx

I have a gastric band and its all depending on how restrictive your Mum's is. A thin sauce works better than something thick if she is anything like me. You could either do a tomato based sauce with the chicken, or indeed boursin thinned out with a bit of milk and water.

Oooo sounds lovely! Thank you for sharing!

Definitely have some syns Hun, even if its just 5 a day. The syns are there for a reason so use them. Remember to drink plenty of water too. And most importantly STOP WEIGHING YOURSELF AT HOME! Your scales whilst at the beginning may say the same as SW, the chances are they are not calibrated...

If you are at a group, I would suggest having a chat with your Consultant Hun, there are ways that can shake things up for you, but should be discussed with your Consultant. Do you keep a food diary?? Has your Consultant had a look over them?? If not, can I sugest that you keep a food diary on...

Check you out!!!!! Well done Hun!! Staying at target when you get there is really difficult and frustrating at times (I know from other members of my group!) You truely are an inspiration to us all and an advertisement that this plan can work and CAN be maintained!! xxxxx

These things happen Hun. You cant be 100% all the time, we are human and sometimes mistakes happen. As the others have said, you have recognised it and you are now doing something about it. There is definitely no point pondering over it as it will just make you feel really bad and then more...

Well done! It is hard sometimes, especially when the OH looses interest. My Hubby wont even look at a piece of fruit or veg and generally if Im making meals I will do my SW version and he will have the "full fat" version. He says he will do it when he is ready and as he is a stubborn person...

These are great!! Mine is just "I will get there eventually...Im just plodding along!" This is generally as my losses are slow and I know that I will get to target eventually and Im enjoying life along the way.

Have you had a look at the food diary section on here Hun?? There are ideas on there to help. x

Hi there and welcome! Unfortunately there is no sure way of speeding up the weight losses as we are all different. My advice would be to vary your meals. Dont get into the habit of eating the same things every day as your body will get used to it and slows down digestion. Have a look at the...

Well done on the losses Hun!!!! You can either copy your sticker from the SW website, save it on your desktop and then copy it into your signature, or you can copy it from someone on here.

Aww Laura!!! Big Hugs coming your way!! It really does sound as though you have your hands full with little one! Even though he is only 2, you will be surprised at what he can actually understand. Make him feel the big man and give him jobs to do for you and then over praise him for it...

I had this when I was pregnant with my Daughter..to the point of giving up SW completely whilst pregnant as I couldnt stomach fruit or veg. My advice would be to stick with the more bland things...like potatoes, pasta and rice. Fruit wise stick with things like banana. I used to heave if I...

Awww poor thing!! Im sure it wont stop him from climbing and enjoying his holidays anyway!

I have had my clothes fall down at work before now! Very embarrasing!! Its a great feeling though when you have to get the next size/ sizes down!

Hope you had a wonderful Birthday! xx

You should be having 250ml of semi skimmed milk as a HeA Hun. I would also add more fruit and veg in there and make sure that you are drinking plenty of water. The exercise has nothing to do with a weight gain. Muscle does not weigh heavier than fat. 1lb of fat and 1lb of muscle still weighs...

Thanks Meli and I hope that things improve for you too. * weeks are horrible :( Went to weigh in last night and managed to stay the same, Im actually pleased with this as it is that dreaded totm and I usually gain! Sleep is still being disturbed, just waking up now to visit the bathroom 6...

I stayed the same this week, but thats ok. Its my* week, so Im happy that I didnt have a gain instead! lol.

Well done you!!! I know how hard it is sat watching other people eat the things that we used to love. It does get easier believe me. You have stayed strong and can again. xxxx

Ok....I have spoken with several people about this - dieticians, sports instructors and my Consultant who put in my gastric band. You should not force yourself to eat. If you are hungry, then eat. Where in law does it state that we have to have eaten breakfast by 09.00?? I dont feel hungry...

As long as you are sticking to your syn allowance there is no need to worry Hun. Just make sure that you are drinking plenty of water during the day time too.

Have a look at my food diary Hun. I do re-heat things from the night before and I do eat a fair few salads, but I like that as I dont just stick with your usual lettuce, tomato and cucumber! Freeze some of your left overs and take them out the night before. That way you are definitely getting...

That made me cry!!! Feeling really emotional today! Thank you for posting! x

Im sorry to read that things arent going right for you at the moment Hun. Yes, some people can get away with having time off plan and still loose weight...I cant get away with it either and the misconception is that if someone does loose weight after being naughty...they will try it...

I would recommend that you still write everything down and plan Hun. Its far to easy to just say "stuff it" as there is no pending threat of a scales and you dont have the go every week! I lost 6.5 stones on my own before going to class. It can be done! x

Oh that is sad to read. xx

I can only echo what Caramelle has said! Firstly I hope that you had an enjoyable birthday and secondly well done for getting back on track! x

Im glad to read that your mojo is working Hun!!! SW is a fantastic plan for loosing weight. Yes, the weight does come off a little slower that I would like sometimes, but Im not bothered anymore, the main thing is that its coming off. Ive climbed mountains (literally!! - Scarfel Pike last...

Way to go Hun!!! Variety is definitely the key to a good weight loss. It makes your body work at the food you are digesting. Well done! xx

Hun, you are pregnant and that is the most important thing for you to concentrate on. You and the baby being healthy. If your MW was concerned about your gain she would say something to you. I gained 5.5 stone when I was pregnant with Daughter. All my good intentions of following the SW plan...

I hate flies with a passion also! At the moment our bins are only emptied once every other week- waste one week and then recycling. Our waste bin had maggots in it despite bagging everything! I even wash my tins out for the recycling bin!

I like mine with Batchelors mild curry rice - syn free on EE and Green Day.

I did this recently. I used to be a size 28/30. My MIL took me clothes shopping, so I thought that I would gather some size 18s to try on. MIL had to put them back on rail, came back with 16s..nope still too big. In the end we came from there with size 12s and even a size 10 top! I have only...

You will see those results!! It may take it a little longer for you, as you dont have that much weight to loose really. Perhaps our body is happy holding on to the weight for a little while before it is kick started into touch.

What do you mean "only 1lb" ??? I loose on average 1lb a week and I've lost 9 stone...or should that be "only 9 stone???" You should be congratulated that you have lost this week Hun. Dont feel disappointed as your body is getting used to the change in diet. It will come off. xxxx

Never, ever use the wii scales as a guide Hun!!!! They are not calibrated if you put it away, you will not be weighing in the same place each week. Clothes play another part in it, as does time of weigh-in and meal times. If you can, I would suggest weighing at either a local leisure centre...

Morning all. Well went to the Drs yesterday and was told that he would refer me to the back clinic...at last! He has also prescribed me a mild sedative to help me sleep and is also a mild anti-depressant - I suppose the fact that I burst into tears when I spoke to him didnt help! :cry: Took...

We dont have an Aldis close to me. :(....feel that Im missing out and the frozen foods place too!

You really do need to change they way that you think about the SW plan Hun as you are missing out on things! You should have your HeB if nothing else as the plan has been balanced out for you to have the fibre. The only thing that I do differently before weigh in, is that I never have an EE or...

Asda chickpea dhal and Batchelors mild curry rice are absolutely fantastic together. They are both syn free and you can heat them in the microwave.

Hi and welcome! Well done on your losses so far Hun! Good luck with your journey. x

Hi there and welcome. Well done on your losses so far and long may they continue! x

Hi and welcome! Yes, you can do it alone, as long as you believe that you can. Dont go thinking before you start that you are going to fail it like you have done before, as this is a sure way that you will! I lost 6.5 stones doing SW plan on my own before I could attend a class and now Im 9...

Thats shocking! Your GP should not say that to you Hun!! I would ask for a referral to see if there is anything that can be done for you.

Miss Galaxy, have you survived????? :) I did this recently and you will be surprised what you find lurking! lol.

I used to consider it a pleasure to polish off a large pizza to myself. Also a Super sized kebab...even the smell of them churns my stomach now! Even if I wanted to, I could not go back to eating these things because of my Gastric band!! I love melted cheese...but it doesnt love me anymore! :(

I have to agree with the others Hun. Moderation is definitely the key. My Daughter is allowed sweets. She doesnt have them every day though. We have a tin on the side of the kitchen that is brimming with sweets that she has been given from relatives friends etc and she can reach it. She has...

Have you had a look in the recipe threads Hun??

Afternoon all! I have been in a meeting all morning, so only now got the chance to type up food diary! Im due my * week this week and feel quite bloated at the moment. My scales show a gain this week and if this is the case at weigh in tomorrow, I know its purely down to the totm and nothing...

I like the Tesco's own gravy granules - 100ml is 2 syns and its not bad.

I loose 1lb a week average, so would try for the 21lbs for Christmas. That would also take me to my target weight!

Hi there and welcome!

You can get through this Hun. Yes, it will be hard to begin with, but its like a habit that you have to break! :) xxx

ROFL!!! Im just glad that I dont have any pets!

Hubby and I are taking Daughter to the beach after her swimming lesson tomorrow. Im really looking forward to a picnic on the beach! They do grow up so quickly dont they?!

I have to agree with the others. The main thing is that you are saying goodbye to a colleague. You could ahve a drink whilst everyone is eating and just take sips.

At least you are doing something to correct it Hun. These things happen from time to time.

I do a fair few Red Days...my food diary is on here if you fancy a look? Well done on the loss this week Hun!!! Fantastic! x

Morning all! This is the first weekend in ages that Im not working in the evenings and I am soo excited! We havent planned to do anything, but it just means that whatever we do plan...we can actually do it as a family! Just spoken with Hubby and he has suggested going away for the night. Would...

Hey Hun. Sorry to read that you have stayed the same for 3 weeks. Could it be that your body is happy at this weight and doesnt want to shed anymore?? You might want to loose the weight, but sometimes it doesnt work like that. One thing you said was that you went to a pub lunch, but you...

Hey Hun, sorry to read about your Hubby's accident, but the good news is that he is home and on the mend. Your son is acting up as he has been without Daddy for a while and this is his way of communicating it. It will settle down again I promise! I could never imagine having to love with my...

I was going to suggest upping your syns too. Dont deprive yourself Hun. You should be congratulated on your sts and if you stick on plan 100% again this week, you will see a loss. x

Thats fantastic news Hun!!!! Well done!! xxx

If you eat what you have there today with you Hun, you should be ok. Does your canteen sell fruit?? Salad?? If not, have what you have there and then work things out when you get home. You are not going to go off track with those choises, even if you dont cover the SE plan (sorry never done it...

Just go with the flow Hun. As long as you are eating the right things and drinking plenty of water, you will see a loss come weigh in day! There is one thing that I have learnt and thats not to question the plan, it works and thats all that matters to me! :)

Why not just keep back either 6.5 syns for a chicken dhansak or 8.5 syns for a chicken jalfrezi? I do this on an EE day and have it from the local Indian takeaway as Im quite fussy when it comes to curries myself Hun. x

I have to agree with the others Hun. You dont NEED to eat it and will only feel guilty afterwards! Its my * week and I really fancy something greasy...I will resist...its hard I know, but Im looking forward to my tea later!

Just added it for you Hun!! xxx

Morning all!!! Feeling the need for a holiday! December cant come soon enough for me, even though I have a week's leave booked next month, we are doing local family day outs, so not classing as the "main real deal"! *Random note to self*...never pick your nose after cutting chillies again you...

Well done on the loss this week Hun that is amazing!!! However, I dont think your Consultant should have said to aim for 2.5lbs a week as for some people thats not achievable. Im a 1lb plodder and if my Consultant had said this to me and I had gone back and only lost 1lb, I would feel like a...

You are not being silly Hun. We all have days like this so you are certainly not alone. One thing I find helps me to keep motivated, is to plan ahead. Whether its for the week or the following day I will always know what Im having and prepare food in advance for work. Think about how far you...

Yes, they still use it. However remember what you were told the last time you used it. You should not share this plan really as it should be given by your Consultant.

Lemon and mint all the way for me too!! End up having to buy the strawberry for my Daughter as she loves them as well!

I would do as the others have suggested. Its not as if you have one every day! Share it with your BF and then halve the syns. Enjoy! x

I would suggest that you try it. You wont know if it works for you until you do Hun. I cant save my syns for the weekend binge, I just gain anyway, but thats just the way it goes for me. If Im going to have a night off, then I make sure that I get back on track the following day to reduce the...

Hang on a moment...what do you mean...Can you brag a little???? You brag a LOT young lady!!! Well done on such a fantastic achievement and long may it continue!! I love leaving my labels out now too, as I have gone from a 30 to a size 12....my bank balance isnt looking quite as good now, but...

Ok, in your defence, you have not had the time or the inclination to prepare meals when you had work done....Ive been in that situation and had a camping ring and a microwave to use as my only cooking appliances for 8 weeks! Now its done, you know what you have to work towards. You have a goal...

Another thing to look at is the food diary section on here Hun. I tend to have 5 Red and 2 EE days a week (depending on what Im doing work wise) and it works for me. My food diary is on here if you fancy a butchers.

Ok...from reading this, I have mixed feelings too. I had a gastric band 2.5 years ago. I was lucky that I was in a position where I could afford to have this done privately. Still, I had to pass a rigorous interview with the Consultant who initially discussed a bypass and then we settled on a...

Chop an onion in half to absorb smells too. I know this works in a fridge!

Hi all! Blooming IT issues here again at work today, so I am throwing caution to the wind and seeing if this works! I lost 1.5lbs last night, taking me to exactly 9 stone loss...oh yeah!!! :kissass: I wish that I could sleep better now...Hubby and his snoring is a problem once again :(...

Well done on your loss!!! I went for a meeting recently to discuss becoming a Consultant and was told that SW is actually a calorie controlled diet, but all the science is left to their nutritionalists and not for us to worry over.

1.5lb loss for me this week!! Devon_Dumpling, 27lbs to lose, 7lbs lost MadameLaMinx, started at 39lb to go, have now 24.5lbs to lose Orion83, 42lbs to lose Hastalavegan, 16.5lb down, another 13.5 to go SammieBean, Mummy_Helen - 47lb to go Shrimpy, -1.5 out of a total of 28lbs to lose (26.5...

Aww fanx Hun..Im sure you will get that sticker and even if its not this week, it will be next. Well, really busy here with work, so have only just managed to get on here! Will keep it brief, but will be around more tomorrow! 27/07/10 - RED DAY Breakfast 2 weetabix HeB 250ml semi skimmed...

Of course men are welcome here! Well done on your losses so far! Men have this annoying habit of loosing weight far quicker than women, but even so, thats an amazing achievement! :) Keep up the good work!

I have to agree with the others. The first time I joined, I wanted to cry before I went through the doors, but everyone is so welcoming...they have all been there and know what its like Hun. I've lost 9 stone now and Im sure that if I can get there you can too. Good luck and have fun! x

I used to work in a fish and chip shop..the smell put me off from eating them, so did the grease! I also used to ice cakes for several well known high street shops..if you see how much grease is used to keep the icing in place..you would never want to eat one again!

Mine would be bacon and poached egG with 2 slices of Nimble White as a HeB. Yummy!!

Its all depending what fruit you are eating Hun. Things like bananas and grapes are well known for hindering a weight loss because they are naturally high in sugars. These should be fruit that you eat in moderation if you think it is affecting your weight.

..or your frylight!

Well done Hun! This is why I always say take your measurements as well as your weight. Even if the weight doesnt come off as quick as you may like, you can see the loss and change of shape in the tape measure! xx

One thing to think about Hun, is that since you've had baby your shape has changed. Clothes that I used to fit into in the boob department are like curtains on me! I would certainly have a back up plan just in case, but I cant see there being a reason why you cant loose 1 stone in 8 weeks.

Ive gone from a size 28/30 to a 12/14 and even a 10 in some tops and I still see myself as big Hun. Ive almost lost 9 stone and yes, I know I am smaller, but whenever I look in the mirror, I still see that large woman staring back at me. I hope it will change soon :(

My Hubby wants to go here! Lol.

Hi Lisa and welcome!!! As the others have said really...now that you have medication and things are sorting themselves out, everything will fall back into place for you. Shout if you need any help or advice, thats what we are here for hun. xx

I know that the pineapple one is synned. I have the Asda Good for You cottage cheese with chive and onion - delicious and free!

Morning all! Oh boy do I hate Mondays! I have had a lovely weekend, but once again it was over before I could appreciate the break! Oh well. Im thinking of giving up going to classes again for a while. I cant afford it at the moment and we are really struggling until the end of the month - had...

My Hubby knows my weight. When we went for our surgery, we were asked at the time if we wanted to hide it from each other, I said it didnt matter, as I wasnt going to be this size again. My body fat percentage was way higher than his his though and that was embarrasing!

Hi there and welcome! You will soon get used to SW!! Its fantastic! Good luck with your journey! x

I tried the curry one, but think I had added too much water :( It was ok, but I thought it wasnt as filling as a mugshot. The noodles were very thin too.

One of my Daughter's favourite stories used to be the "Bear Hunt"...we would pack a picnic and go for a walk, pretending to look for a bear and then have the picnic before finding the bear and running! Building dens is always a good one too!

I agree with the others! How often do we celebrate a birthday?! Have fun, enjoy yourself and get back on track after the weekend. I have done this recently. I had 2 weekends off plan, expected a gain and was prepared for it...I gained, but I got back to it and lost it all and a bit more the...

The others are right Hun. Look at how far you have come and think about how you would feel if you gave in and ate the rubbish from KFC and Subway. Well done for ordering the jacket, that will fill you up more than the other stuff anyway. Dont give up now!! xxx

picnics? Inviting friends to play. Garden activities - treasure hunts, skittles, races, anything with water! Gardening Im not in this position yet, as Daughter is in a private day nursery until Aug 13th and then she has 3 weeks of holidays (1 week with Grand Parents, 1 week with me and Hubby...

Why did you weigh yourself before weigh in Hun???? Naughty!!! This is the reason that you should stay away from the scales! Now consider yourself told off...and dont do it again! :) You can either manage without your syns, just try and be creative, or you can have the few more syns. Its not...

Lol no unfortunately not, its taken 2.5 years for me to get this far in total and a gastric band as well. I just needed to think about a healthier eating plan when I had my operation and choose SW as I knew that I could do it!

Morning all!!! I had a fantastic night last night. I went with a friend dancing and we had a fab time! It certainly cheered me up a lot! I have a Dr's appointment this morning to be referred back to physio about my hands and also to start phyiso on my back. Im working tonight until 2am, so...

Of course you can! Dont think that you are going to fail, just think about how much healthier and fitter you are going to be! Good luck!

I would say its definitely your body getting used to eating regular meals again after CD. Also, please dont compare your losses to your Hubby. Its a really annoying fact that when men do the SW plan they loose weight a lot quicker than women. It will come off Hun, it just may take another...

Ooo shiny dress!!! Very lovely and well done for the size 20!! xxx

Well done!!!! What a fantastic achievement!! Its always a wonderful feeling when you get into that next stone bracket..onwards and downwards now Hun! xxx

...almost 9 stone down....need I say any more?? :) SW is a fantastic plan that is so adaptable for family life as well. As long as you can plan ahead there is no reason why you should struggle. This forum is great for advice and tips, I would suggest that you have a look around and read the...

Hi there. I do Red days and EE days during my week for variety. Yes, you can have 2 HeA and 2 HeB when on a Red and Green Day. I tend to have just the one HeA and 2 HeB. Its up to you what combination you think would suit you better. Always make sure that you have the 2 HeB though as this is...

Ive had times like this too...usually for a curry! Cant be bothered to make my own and would kill just to have one!!

Ooo now that is an idea! Thank you for that one! x

:8855::8855::8855:This has brought back so many memories! Lol

Its purely psychological Hun. You managed to get away with a STS after the week that you had, so your brain was telling you to reward your success. Well done to your OH for convincing you that you didnt need it after all. On the other hand...you could always have a Smash pizza?? ;) ....I...

I eat on average 15 eggs a week. I love omelettes, fried eggs (with frylight), boiled eggs and poached. They are great when you are stuck for things to eat. I tend to make breakfast for the following day, in the evening. If Im having a full cooked breakfast, I make it as Im cooking tea and...

Yes, they are still a HeB Hun.

These things can happen to us all Hun. There are just days when this happens and there is nothing we can do but get it over and done with and start afresh as soon as we can. Im feeling a little off colour myself today, and yesterday I struggled to eat anything at all! Trying to stay focused is...

Hi there and welcome! Firstly I would suggest that you have a look at this link: http://www.minimins.com/slimming-world/100149-slimming-world-advice-new-comers-including-extra-easy.html Also, have a read through the food diary section so that you get some tips on what other members are eating...

Hi Kate, I would suggest that you have a look at the food diary section on here for some ideas.

I struggle with carbs and find that my losses are either slow, or non-existent. I now stick to around 3 EE days and 4 Red days and at the moment that seems to be working for me.

Hi all, just wanted to say Congraulations to you all! How are you all feeling? I remember when I was pregnant with Daughter, try as I might, I could not stick to SW plan at all. The thought of eating fruit and veg alone was enough to cause the nausea to start! It wasnt until the last few weeks...

Hun, I know what you mean about the affordablilty of classes...I lost 6.5 stones from home before I was in a better financial position to go to class. If I can do it, anyone can...believe me! If you are weighing from home, make sure that the scales are in the same place, that you weigh at the...

"You dont want the cake, you do not need the cake! .....Naughty cake"...now repeat after me! Just think how you will feel if you did have a slice!

I took Xenical and did the SW plan and only lost 2lbs in 4 weeks...I was really disappointed, so decided not to continue with them. I found them the most awful embarrasing pill ever!! Fairy washing liquid shares went through the roof whenever I went to the loo and the amount of underclothes I...

Well done Hun! Its nice to read the positivity!!! Im a 1lb a week looser too and Im happy that its coming off at all! I will get to target eventually and in the mean time, Im enjoying life, food and coming on MM! x

STOP weighing yourself at home!!!! The amount of threads on here about people's disappointment as their scales have shown a gain etc is unbelievable! Honestly Hun, please dont weigt yourself at home as your scales will show a difference. They are not callibrated and you could be weighing at...

There is a massive difference (excuse the pun!) Hun!!!!! You look fabulous! xx

Morning all! Well I didnt have the gammon and cheese suace last night, ended up having a curry with Hubby, so my syns yesterday would have been: 3.5 for crisps 6.5 for chicken dhansak Total = 10 Daughter had a temperature last night and was hot to the touch this morning, but is fine, I think...

Thanks Hun. The Asda cheese curls are lovely and cheesy! They are just like Quavers, I have a huge addiction to crisps, so these for me are my lifeline!

Lol thankfully they do cater for the wider foot these days. I can remember the delights my Mum had trying to buy sensible school shoes for an 11 year old in the 80s!

He is definitley going to break hearts when he is in Upper School Hun!!! Well done to him and you!! xxx

I dont use anything and my stretch marks are silvery and faded. Becasue you are still young, your stretch marks will fade a lot quicker. Ive had mine since I was about 10...Im 33 now and have had a baby!

Oh that is so sad to read. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at such a difficult time. x

Awww Donnie ouch!!!! How many times have you been told not to jump off the furniture ;) I hope you feel better soon Hun. xxxx

Awww, if you arent feeling well, you should be at home tucked up under a duvet. xxx One thing I do find that helps, are the cold and flu tablets / capsules - there are no syns in them and work quite quickly. Ok, if your not allergic to paracetamol.

I have been a size 8 since I was 11 eeeek! I have wide feet - like a hobbit! Since loosing weight, I can get into a size 7 comfortably and my size 8's are now slopping about!

Thats the spirit Hun. They don't call it a weight loss journey for nothing! We all have our ups and downs, good days and bad days. But keep at it. That 3 stone will be gone before you know it. xx

Well done Hun!!! You should be very proud of yourself! xx

I have to agree...if you need medicine because you are ill, dont worry about syn values! Just concentrate on getting better Hun first. x

Lol..it happens to us all Hun!!! There are good days and bad days for me too...Hubby reckons that I am "going off" from the inside ;) x

Avisk is right, apart from the lack of vegetables, there is no reason why this meal should jeopardise your weight loss this week.

Thanks for the comments both..Ellebear you will get that sticker before you know it!! Well, I am now 0.5lbs off my 9 stone mark!!! I lost another 1.5lbs at weigh in yesterday and am really excited! Today has been really manic at work and now I am just typing this up quickly before I leave to...

Hi there, you could just try doing a search in the Beefeater section for certain things..like chicken, fish, beef etc, it should then give you a list of the menu choises with those in...or for example gammon. I hope this helps?

1.5lbs off for me this week! Yippeee! Devon_Dumpling, 27lbs to lose, 6.5lbs lost MadameLaMinx, started at 39lb to go, have now 34lbs to lose Orion83, 42lbs to lose Hastalavegan, 15lb down, another 15 to go SammieBean, Mummy_Helen - 47lb to go Shrimpy, -1.5 out of a total of 28lbs to lose...

Alpen light bars, or Hifi bars are another one that I use as a HeB. You can have 2x Alpen light bars and in an evening time can feel like a treat!

Hun, the last thing you want to think about when you are poorly is a diet!! Just concentrate on getting better, the rest will come after. Hope you feel better soon. x

I have to agree with Mojomcl. Just because your scales weighed you in as the same last week as class, does not mean that it will do the same again this week Hun, so panic not! Just stay on track and you will be fine. I hope your little one gets better soon. x

Welcome back Mrs!! Well done for only gaining a small amount too! x

Good luck Hun, we have all felt like this on the first weigh in. xx

I would have to agree with gettingthinnerby the day. Join a class, even if you only stay for that initial meeting. I must say, its pretty cruel of your Mum and Sister to give you false information as well. x

Awww, I have to agree! I have been here an in many different clubs on here, but have stuck to SW the longest! You guys on here keep me motivated and I hope that the advice I give helps to keep others on the straight and narrow, like has done for me! x

I dont have these unfortunately, but have you thought about having something like a banana or depending on the day you are on a bowl of pasta or potatoes of some kind? Because they release sugars slowly, you should not get these cravings. Also have a glass of water by your bed to sip when you...

Thank you Hun. I think if I had to eat the same things daily I would get so bored! Morning all! Looking forward to weigh in later, I have once again been 100%, I am such a :kissass:! Lol. Hubby's trip to Maritius looks as if it is cancelled (we are hoping that the company will cover the...

Wow well done Emma - Louise! I hope I get a good result later at weigh in too! x

You can have mayo with salad Hun, just opt for the Hellmans extra light mayo and its 0.5 syns per level tbsp. I have it all the time! Try keeping a food diary on here as well, we can have a look and help you out. Also, have a look at the other food diaries in the food diary section to give you...

Wow that is impressive! He certainly looks better for it!

Some fantastix advice alreasy given on here Hun, but I didnt want to just read and leave! Your OH sounds great for hiding the scales bless him! The others are right, your mood can so easily be swayed by what those digits tell you and it is so not worth it! We all have moments when we feel down...

Thats the best thing that you can do Hun. Face the scales and do something about the result. Get back on track now and you may surprise yourself...our bodies can do weird and wonderful things at times! Good luck!

Dont forget your HeA and HeB and any syns Hun. Also you need to "bulk" out what you are eating, have a look at my food diary to give you some idea and I have a gastric band fitted!

Lol!

Or garlic granules! I have them with practically everything!

Hi there and welcome! Just make sure that you write everything down that you eat and if you can plan before hand. Dont assume that just because something is labelled "low fat" doesnt mean that the syns wont be high! Have a look at the food diary section on here to give you some ideas. Good...

It would all have to be synned Im afraid Hun.

Kit Kat for me too!! and of course curly wurlys!

McDonald's Main Menu, Toasted Deli Sandwich, Brown, Chicken Salad per serving 19 Syns on Extra Easy Original 19 Syns Green 19 Syns McDonald's Main Menu, Toasted Deli Sandwich, White, Chicken Salad per serving 18½ Syns on Extra Easy Original 18½ Syns Green 18½ Syns...

Awww thats a really lovely thing to be reading! It just goes to show that even though sometimes we have a little hiccup, it can be sorted out again, so well done you! I bet you will look fab in your bikini Hun!!

Maybe the reason for the HeA issue is that it isnt an exact measure? So you would have to count it as the syn value if you were to have a coffee?? Not sure, but thats how I would interpret it. But, you can have an allowance of Skimmed milk as a HeA!! 350ml to be exact!

My Peoples choise weight is 146lbs which is 32lb away. That should take me to 10 stone 4!! Eeek! I have never been that weight!

I have to agree with the others Hun. You are tired and things do start to play on your mind more when you cant think straight. Me and Hubby didnt sleep together for almost 6 months last year because of his snoring, so I can sympathise with you. As the others have suggested if little one has a...

It doesnt mention that bananas are great if you suffer with night leg cramps either! I used to suffer all the time and my Dr told me to eat a banana a day...I was skeptical, but that and the water...no cramps!

I have voted and have to agree it was hard...what a cutie!

Yes it is. Just remember that cous cous cake isnt free.

Bologanise - Minced beef, onion, mushrooms, fry until soft, add 2 oxo cubes, garlic granules, mustard powder, herbs and a can of chopped tomatoes. I usually add peppers, courgette and also aubergine to bulk it up a bit. You could add this to pasta on an EE day, or on a Red day I love it poured...

I am shocked to read that so many of you are getting those kinds of questions thrown back at you when you have already said you dont want kids. If you decide not to have children, then thats your decision and not anyone elses and you should NEVER feel pressurised into conforming to "the...

Ooo the G & T one sounds good, will give that one a try too! Thank you mrsmitch01!

Morning all! Another busy weekend behind me! Daughter had swimming and acting school on Sat, but thankfully my job on Sat night was cancelled, it was lovely being at home on a Sat night! On Sunday, we then went to Fairford to watch the RIAT show and we had a great time. Even walked about 4...

I was working on Friday night and the husband of the family didnt recognise me, I had to show him my ID. He couldnt believe it was me!

Thank you for posting this Hun. Its very apt and certainly screams true to me! xx

Well done on 3lb loss Hun! Thats a good start and means that your body is getting used to eating the foods for the plan.

Come on Hun, chin up. You really do have to stop and think to yourself, what would you rather more, sitting on the rides at Alton Towers, screaming to go faster, or....eating rubbish and then feeling really guilty over yet another gain? Stop comparing yourself to other people who have joined...

I have commented on your food diary page Hun. x

You have to syn the cous cous cake too Hun. As its been used other than it "natural" intention ie in a salad, it needs to be synned. Its not a huge amount though so dont panic. Also, you are not eating nearly enough free foods. Have a look at my food diary on here and you will see the...

I have recently been munching on 2 finger kitkats. After tea, I love a fruit salad, or pink and whites, or a Hifi bar.

If you stick to it, SW will work. You just have to think what you what more - either to be healthy and slimmer, or eat rubbish and feel like rubbish. Keep a food diary on here...believe me it helps. Also have a look at the other food diaries on here to give you some ideas. At the end of the...

Whenever I do EE, I tend to have either lots of veg with my meal, or a side salad. Failing that, then I have a fruit salad in between with a variety of fruit. You may find that EE doesnt suit you, so try mixing up your days.

Just get back on track and drink plenty of water this week before your weigh in.

Another thing to think about is varying the food that you eat. Dont just eat the same things over and over, your body does get used to digesting it. Also, you may be someone that needs to have a variety of days, rather than just EE. I tend to have 3 EE days and the rest Red and this is working...

Hmm these all sound lovely. Im not too sure what to have for tea this evening...Im on an EE day and not had any syns yet. Im waiting for Hubby to get home so that we can decide if we are heading out, getting a curry in, or cooking something from fridge and cupboard.

Hi there and welcome! This plan is great and soon you will be comparing stories and giving as much advice as everyone on here! Here's to your journey! x

This is perfectly normal Hun. Just continue to read your books, follow the plan 100% and you will be surprised come next weigh in. Welcome and good luck! The best thing about SW is that you can eat when you want and still loose weight! x

Pasta, potatoes and rice are a big issue for me, so I try not to have too many EE or Green Days. I certainly dont have one the day before weigh in, as this would be terrible for my weight record!

I would do as the others have suggested Hun...take some of your own stuff and say that you would feel awful turning up empty handed. Eat the stuff that you know will help with the plan - perhaps make some of the SW syn free Pimms - 1x 2lts bottle of good diet lemonade (has to be a good one), 2...

Hi there and welcome. Some good advice already given, but I didnt want to read and then run. Definitely vary what you have in a week. I tend to have 3 EE days and 4 Red, it has changed recently as it suits my working week. I average 1-2 lbs a week and Im happy with this. Have a look at the food...

Flexible syns are used for a night out. If you are planning one, the idea is that you give yourself a syn allowance, say 70 syns. You then plan your evening around those syns - drink and food and try to stick to the 70 (or whatever amount) as possible. The next day you get back on plan as...

Hey Hun. I remember that feeling of the impending "return to work" and my position was such that we couldnt afford to have a childminder full time, and we couldnt afford for me to avoid work all together. In the end, my MIL stepped in and had my Daughter from Sunday evenings to Wednesday...

Thats impressive! Enjoy!!!

Wow!!! Im not even sure that I could have been that strong! Well done you! x

Asda wholemeal pitta bread is the only one that you can have as a HeB and you can still get it in the supermarkets. Try and fill up on more fruit and veg if you can to bulk things out and make sure that you are varying the types of food that you eat. Good luck! x

Yeah!!! Welcome to the 12 stone club Hun! Well done!! xx

Good luck with fish week Hun...not sure I could do it myself!

Try and have some syns too. They dont have to be used for things like chocolate or crisps, they can be used for mayonnaise, sauces, gravies and other things. Try and vary what you are eating daily too. Your body gets used to digesting the same meals and your weight loss could slow down. Have...

Ooo 7 / 10, havent done a quiz for ages!

Come on ladies, you can do this!!! Today I have read about people loosing the plot and having a blip...it happens...get back on track and plan each day as it comes. If you do have a hiccup, for one meal, its just one meal....try and finish the day off on a more positive note and the next day...

I would only be repeating what advice has been given above Hun. You know the signs to look out for regarding your depression, please if this happens, dont ignore them. It could escalate. As for taking sides....I know how hard this one can be, especially as its your Son involved. One thing to...

Ok...what do you want more? Cr*p foods that are going to make you feel really guilty and lethargic, or to be happy and healthy? Come on Hun, you can do it, give yourself a stern talking to and think about why you started the SW plan in the first place. I notice that you have a summer sex kitten...

Hi Louise, You know the plan works! Welcome back and heres to your journey!

Lol this weekend I shall be mostly working! Im a registered baby sitter, so working this evening and tomorrow evening. Tomorrow daytime is spent taking daughter to swimming and then Stagecoach acting school, then trying to catch up on house bits and bobs. Sunday we are going to Fairford to the...

I dont do skin or bones on fish, but as moomintrolljen has said, get the loin and make into fish fingers etc...delicious with syn free chips and mushy peas!

There you go..all that worry for nothing! Well done on your loss this week! x

Morning all! Another restless night thanks to Hubby, Im drinking coffee like its going out of fashion at work so far this morning, only problem with that is that coffee goes through me (tmi - which is why I dont normally drink the stuff!)...oh well! :sick0019: Working this evening and another...

You dont seem to be eating a lot there Hun. Eat more fruit and veg to bulk things up and remember to drink water. Have a look at the other food diaries on here to give you some tips as well. Try and vary what you have to eat too as eating the same things can slow your losses down. Good luck...

Remember laods of fruit and veg Hun and other than that...excellent menu. Also remember variety to keep the body guessing and working at the food you are eating.

Hey Hun. Left a message on the main forum about exercise and you gain...I hope it makes sense! Keep at it and even if you dont reach the goal that you have set for holidays (you lucky thing you!), just think about how more toned you are going to be! xxx

I've just signed up for a childminders course and the initial out pay is £100. As Jaylou said you need to realise that as the children are coming into your home, this could effect your little one..he is having to share mummy after all. Also if Hubby could end up working shift, he may need to...

I make lamb burgers. I put everything in a food processor. Once mixed, I then shape into burgers, seal them on both sides in a pan and then either finish them off in a really hot oven, or on the barbeque. The fat will come out of them. I dont count mine as syns, it hasnt effected my weight...

Hi there! I lost 6.5 stone before I was financially able to go to a class. It can be done, you just have to be really motivated and think what you would rather have...something thats fattening or to be healthy. Good luck! x

Hey Hun. Firstly, your body has suddenly gone from being not so active to being taken to the gym...its in shock! You will adjust and the weight will start coming off again. Just make sure to drink plenty of water whilst you are exercising. I use the exercise for toning - I do a lot of cardio...