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  1. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    M & s syns

    M&S feta cheese & slow roasted tomato pasta 190g pot 6.5 syns :)
  2. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Skin-On Tinned New Potatoes

    I do stew in a pressure cooker for 10 minutes and bosh, the whole lot is cooked to perfection. That's the problem with slow cookers, ideal to leave on all day, but I found some veg doesn't cook unless you cut it up really small. :)
  3. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Cheesecake.....

    Do a search in the recipe folder there are quite a few cheesecake recipes, here is one I found - https://www.minimins.com/threads/delicious-meals-with-minimum-ingredients.317773/page-150#post-7849393arch
  4. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Skin-On Tinned New Potatoes

    I googled canning your own potatoes (which is quite an American thing and not really something we do in the UK) and it says they must be peeled because if you don't bacteria stays in the skins. I think this is why you cannot find tinned potatoes with skins on. Is there a reason you need them...
  5. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Google 'zero syrups' Sam. They come in a range of flavours and I'm sure would be fine for oat cookies or flapjacks. The syrup would be low syn but it would have to be experimental what and how much fat you used and how this would increase the overall syn value (can't beat flapjacks made with...
  6. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    "SP" and Green Days - advice & help needed please!

    I do the Red days as LTL mentions in her post, (and I am the member that has suggested Green days as the OP is vegetarian). Basically as you are not a meat eater your healthy extra a and b will be the same, just you can have 2. Fill up on free food and incorporate the speed foods. There is no...
  7. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Any other brides-to-be?

    I think she means 2017 o_O I'm no bride but I'm mother of the bride in October this year! I am thankful for whatever I can lose. I know it's a stone so far and I would like to lose another two if I can. I am trying really, really hard, doing Red days and exercising. :whacky068:
  8. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    What a beautiful day it's been hasn't it? (Been fabulous here in this little city no one has ever heard of until we went and won the Premier League!!!) Made up for yesterday, that's for sure. Ah, the paddling pool, my kids used to love spending hours messing about in them. Brings back...
  9. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Advice needed. Hungry all the time!!

    Yes try Facebook and type in Slimming World Green days. There is a group you can subscribe to and the plan is there for you. The nuts and bolts of it is 2 HEXA & 2 HEXB, unlimited pasta, potatoes, rice, grains etc, but any meats and fish can only form part of your healthy extra and are...
  10. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    I can't claim the credit for this idea but have come across overnight Weetabix, which some of you may or may not have heard of. Might be of interest to those who are not a fan of oats. Of course you wouldn't put two whole biscuits in and I understand they are broken up so they soak up the...
  11. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Advice needed. Hungry all the time!!

    I think you need to try the Green plan as a vegetarian so you can increase what carbs you are allowed and enjoy the benefit of 2 HEXB's and the option of 2 HEXA's. Of course this would need to fit in with your wheat tolerance but I think it would help with your hunger too. If you are at group...
  12. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Medical Definition of avenin : the glutelin of oats (from the interweb) Well I have porridge virtually everyday and will keep 'avenin' it. (Sorry, yes I know that was terrible) :oops: I'm ashamed to say despite being an ardent porridge eater I still haven't been converted to overnight oats...
  13. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    SW & underactive thyroid

    Hi, I also have an underactive thyroid and take Levothyroxine. I lose weight slowly but quite consistently and previously did EE. I now do Red (which is similar to SP). I probably lose a little bit more than EE but the not the same as others who seem to follow this. Is this because of the...
  14. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Red Day Looking for the old plans

    If you look on Facebook there is a group for Red days and the plan is there in PDF. You just need to subscribe to the group and you will be able to access it. They do not help with syn values etc so you will have to help your friend with that or there is another group called syns allowed she...
  15. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    All bran bleuurrgh!!! crunchy bran is much more palatable.
  16. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Very nice dress, even better with discount! And, a good loss this week. I'm incredibly envious, I wish I could lose 3lb a week, even 2lb a week would be good :D
  17. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Red Day Any great loss?

    Unfortunately you cannot send private messages on here any more, which is such a shame. I have all the details of the Red plan but slimming world prevents us from sharing this information on this site. However, unless removed by admin I would suggest looking on Facebook, there are a couple of...
  18. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Red Day Any great loss?

    Hi, I do red days. I used to do EE before and lost weight but slowly. I think the problem with EE is they say fill up on Rice, Potatoes and Pasta and so that is exactly what I did. My portion control was questionable but I wasn't in any rush. Like a lot of people when I stopped, the weight...
  19. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    oh dear Sam I hope you find it soon. Have you checked down the sofa?
  20. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    I hope it all goes well (as these things can go). You will be fine re diet as you have your milking machine to hand (well to boob to be precise) and he seems to be doing the trick! LOL. My child bearing days are now well and truly behind me and I'm just waiting for my kids to have kids. I...
  21. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    2lbs off is great. I think you are doing really well. :) We went away last weekend to Cambridge visiting National Trust properties and a fair amount of scoffing was involved, so that was reflected in the scales for me. But hopefully Wednesday should be more positive, plus started my gym...
  22. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Hey well done, that's the first stone then if I'm not wrong. Pretty good going so far. We were out and about yesterday at a hospital appointment so canteen food meant an EE day. However first WI - 5.5lbs so a pretty solid start and I'm happy with that considering Red is all new to me. I was...
  23. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Yes, you are doing very well and I am sure that first stone is just around the corner. You always do well when you get your head in the zone. I am only early days into it and miss the flexibility of EE but I know I have to curb the carbs (especially as I found out people with Hashimoto's...
  24. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Hey, that's still a loss which is great. I have finally bit the bullet and started 'Red days'. It's taking a bit of getting used to after EE and trying to keep on top of what's changed. Apparently Olive Oil isn't a HEXB anymore. o_O
  25. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Syns - how to calculate?

    Hi welcome along to minimins. Top tips are read your SW plan from back to front and keep a food diary right from the very beginning as this is what will get you through this and help get the SW plan in your head. You will soon understand what is free and what needs to be synned. Knowing in...
  26. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    New to slimming world

    Try cooking in bulk batches and freezing. It helps sometimes when you are stuck as you know you can just get something out of the freezer. I guess curries, soups, stews, spag bol, chilli and that type of thing would be ideal. You could make a low syn rice pudding (recipes on this site) if you...
  27. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    HexB Asda Brown Sandwich Thins

    Hello, I would be really grateful if someone could shed some light on the syn value of these? I guess as they are brown not wholemeal and don't have enough fibre to count as HEXB. Per 100g 255 cals Fat 2.5 Carbs 47 Fibre 3.8 Thanks in advance :)
  28. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    where am I going wrong demotivated!

    Not sure if I'm being thick but I can't see the snap you've uploaded or a link o_O
  29. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Don't get a job in retail ;) Well done on another good loss this week.
  30. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    One cheat meal a week?

    I agree with the above statement. What works for some, doesn't work for others and quite simply the answer to this really is trial and error. I think the best approach as someone has already said is allowing weekly syns rather than daily, thereby allowing yourself to 'bank' some for a treat...
  31. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    New here

  32. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Help! Just started

    Hi welcome along to minimins. You’ve come to the right place for tips, support and advice. You should have a list of free foods and speed foods on the SW site and access to all the syn values if you are doing this online. It will take a short while to get it into your head, but before long...
  33. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    2016 - MAKING TIME FOR ME......

    Subscribing to your diary :)
  34. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Red Day Is anyone still doing Red days?

    Thanks for your reply B.M. I wouldn't say EE didn't work for me it did. However, it was slow and sometimes it could be half a pound a week but I wasn't in a rush. However, for some this can be truly demotivating and I can appreciate that. Everyone wants to lose as much as possible as fast as...
  35. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Red Day Is anyone still doing Red days?

    Thank you Missyy76, I will be sure to follow you too. I'm pleased to hear you are getting better results with Red. I guess from a SW perspective they have to keep adapting the plans but I cannot see why they cannot keep the old and trusted ones too! Just wish they would get rid of the...
  36. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Red Day Is anyone still doing Red days?

    I agree most especially with green days. For vegetarians they can follow it and get the benefit of the additional HEX's. I think if you ask they will tell you but they don't promote it. I couldn't do EESP either, I think my stomach would be rumbling all day :eek:
  37. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Red Day Is anyone still doing Red days?

    Yes I think I can work in the odd bread treat here and there. I think I can have WW petit pain as a HEXB and I have noted there is some GF (thanks for the info re Schar). It will be odd having the extra HEX's as I was so used to doing EE!
  38. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Red Day Is anyone still doing Red days?

    That's great that you keep a diary, that's just what I need, someone I can follow! :)
  39. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Red Day Is anyone still doing Red days?

    Thanks for your reply and your help :) Yes I think the extra HEX's are appealing but as I mentioned to Sexyshell135 I will be a bit more inventive as I really hate wholemeal. Fortunately, I have some old books so I have the Red plan and some syn values. Also, I don't tend to eat a lot of...
  40. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Red Day Is anyone still doing Red days?

    Thanks for your reply and your help :) Yes I will be keeping a food diary. When I did SW before this is how I began and I think it is essential to keep a track of everything you are eating. I am not going to class. I am actually quite good once my head is in the 'zone' and I can do it alone...
  41. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Tell me a story.....game

    do right now
  42. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Red Day Is anyone still doing Red days?

    Well I am back after a lengthy absence. Time to face up to reality and the scales :eek:. As a past member I always followed EE and got on reasonably well with it. No massive losses but slow and steady and lost almost 4 stone. I enjoy stuffing my face too much with pasta and rice so I enjoyed...
  43. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    :0clapper:8lbs is a phenomenal start, well done!
  44. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Well in one word "fatter"! Loads been going on - ridiculous I cannot PM you... Short version is very stressful job, frozen shoulder and daughter who needs a hip replacement. So left work, gone on the bank staff, having physio (myself) and waiting for her op so I can be nurse. The doctor...
  45. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Hi Sam, I have just revisited today after a very long absence too. Can't blame a baby on my weight gain mind you. What on earth has happened to this site? It's certainly lost all the spark it once had. I will keep it so I can refer back to some tips and recipes as I plan to get back on track...
  46. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Newbie - eating too much/not enough?

    Check out this old thread to help you http://www.minimins.com/syn-values/266708-smoothie-woes.html#post4887584. As you will see you will need to look at the back of your book or syns online to see what went into the smoothie and work out the syns from that. Trust me we've all made the same...
  47. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    The Slimming Kitchen

    I'm fine thanks apart from I've fallen off the wagon. Hope you're ok? Your photos are great! x
  48. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Newbie - eating too much/not enough?

    I agree with the above post. You have eaten more than 3 syns but you need to as 3 per day is not enough. You should be aiming for around 10 - 15 at the start. Plus BumbleB is correct about the smoothie, these are not free and you will unfortunately need to syn these.
  49. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    The Slimming Kitchen

    Welcome back Stacey :D
  50. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Red and Green days?

    Please view my post to a similar question http://www.minimins.com/slimming-world/347678-ee-red-green-days.html#post7626231 Also, please check out this sticky http://www.minimins.com/slimming-world/100149-how-slimming-world-works-advice-newbies-updated-2014-a.html
  51. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Am I eating too much?

    Looks fine to me :D
  52. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    EE, red or green days?

    Well I suppose one size doesn't fit all and I think the benefit of Red, Green and EE work in different ways. You get 2 HEX's on Red and Green, you only get 1 on EE. Some people have much better losses with Red and Green and some just like the flexibility of switching days over the course of a...
  53. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy Gaining weight on slimming world

    When do you weigh in??
  54. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy Gaining weight on slimming world

    10 syns is fine. In fact you could try 15 if you've only just started. I can't see your stats so I don't know how much weigh and what you have to lose. Carbs are unlimited on EE but it's easy to get carried away. I would try measuring your carbs and sticking to that amount for every meal...
  55. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Slimming World Syns

    I guess the brutal truth is you can overthink the plan or just trust in it. We're all quite naïve in the beginning (no offence intended) and it's quite natural to think the less you eat the more weight you will lose (but think of your body going into starvation mode and hanging on to all...
  56. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy Gaining weight on slimming world

    If cereal if HEXB where is HEXA?? There also seems to be a lot of salad and a lot of jacket potatoes. I would start introducing more veg. Fresh veg, frozen veg, whatever, make it 1/3 to bulk up your meals for EE and maybe switch one of the spuds for pasta or rice if you feel you need these to...
  57. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Recipes for vegans

    You will find it here...http://www.minimins.com/slimming-world-off-topic/344220-sw-vegan-vegetarian-way.html
  58. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy Gaining weight on slimming world

    Please post a couple of day's food diary's so we can see what you are eating.
  59. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Must be something in the water then ladies, my daughter has received a proposal too, got engaged and just booked her wedding for 2016! :D
  60. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    :vibes:*sending you some positive vibes*
  61. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    first weight in tonight and gained 0.5lb - devastated

    Hi I agree with the above post^^ TOTM will certainly make a difference. I could guarantee if it were my week I would put on so next week is going to be a good week! Just make sure as Anna says you are following the plan 100%. The other thing to note is you say you've been to the gym twice...
  62. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Hello I'm new to MiniMins

    :welcome:
  63. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Help!!!!

    Agree with the above posts ^^^ Interestingly you say you are exercising. I would like to know how what kind of exercise you are doing and the frequency as well as seeing your food diary then we can try and give you some feedback.
  64. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    ....and just briefly reverting back to the previous conversation, should you wish to see fanny on the telly ("titter ye not"! *in my best Frankie Howerd voice*) she's on the food network next cooking Christmas Dinner.
  65. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Yes, Fanny and Johnnie! (What a combo...) ;) She was a real battle axe that's for sure. There was only one boss in that marriage and it wasn't Johnnie!
  66. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Admitting I need to change

    The first step in your journey is joining and that is your intention on Monday. It's normal to feel apprehensive but any SW consultant worth their salt is not going to judge you, no matter what you weigh, they are there to make you feel welcome and to offer guidance and support. They won't...
  67. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy Days 2 lb a week question?

    The simple answer to this is no. People all lose weight at different rates due to a number of factors, those with lots to lose can sometimes see very big losses in the beginning then peter off to a steady rate. Some of us lose a pound a week, some more, some less. Some because they don't...
  68. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    For those that don't get it, (probably not old enough to remember) this ^^^is Fanny Craddock, celebrity cook, famous in the 70's (and before). Funny old Fanny was actually Phyllis!
  69. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Bloody parents think they're funny calling you Fanny!
  70. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    No will power and really bad sweet tooth!

    You could try to substitute it. What about having options hot chocolate drink instead for 2 syns? The other thing I would do is put them out of sight - out of sight out of mind. Ask him to put things he brings home in a tin in a cupboard. Better still would be ask him not to bring any home...
  71. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Feeling fat!

    If you're quite early into the plan it's normal to feel bloated. Whilst it's not very nice the good news is it does go away and you'll feel much better. You could try mint or ginger tea for stomach bloat, it's quite soothing. I can't drink any of the fruit teas unless I sweeten them a bit...
  72. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Slimming World snack tips for my husband please

    I haven't tried them myself but frozen grapes seem to be a popular choice for snacking :)
  73. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Im back...

    Great start :D
  74. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Started SW - advice and motivation please? :)

    Hi welcome along to minimins. You’ve come to the right place for tips, support and advice. We’re a happy little lot who love to share. Top tips are keep a food diary right from the very beginning as this is what will get you through this and help get the SW plan in your head. Knowing in...
  75. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Do I start SW AGAIN! Whats best red and green or extra easy etc? Help please?

    Hi Kelly, I would suggest checking out Molly's photos and description of how she lost over 9 stone in 8 months on SW http://www.minimins.com/slimming-world-inspirational-photos/341451-my-journey-16th-sept-2013-27th-may-2014-8-months-9-stone-4lbs.html#post7327904 As you will see she mainly...
  76. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Im back...

  77. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Diary vanished!!

    No worries. A diary is the way to go! :)
  78. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Diary vanished!!

    http://www.minimins.com/weight-loss-diary/346595-sw-diary-heres-good-health.html There you go :D
  79. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Thanks girls, it's good to be back. Sounds like you got a good deal Sam when you rejoined. I always think the headache thing is a 'detox' thing when you stop eating crap :D. And as for mini goals, it's the way to go! Claire x
  80. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Hey Sam good to have you back. I've been away too and pretty much followed a similar pattern but my excuse to myself is I became 50 and had 2 holidays and ate my way through the lot. Consequently, I've also gained but not put it all back on (thank goodness) and know this has to be nipped in...
  81. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy Need help......cant see the light at the end of this tunnell

    I think setting small goals are the way to go. Thinking about the end of your journey always makes it feel like its a mountain to climb and so any blip makes it all the more frustrating. Make yourself a goal of half a stone at a time. Then these little blips (and we all have them) don't seem...
  82. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    What am i doing wrong?

    Are you keeping a food diary or going by memory? It's sometimes best to go back to basics. Please post a food diary so we can help.
  83. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Green Days Did anyone not lose in their first week

    I love parnsips but they're not superfree. Looking at your food diary you need to eat more superfree food :)
  84. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Call
  85. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    sky dive lawn or landscape
  86. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    July to October Challenge

    I am absolutely delighted to have STS :D (The reason I am so happy is that after last week I had a massive 3 day blow out and the scales said I put 3lbs on, which I have now lost again!) I'm now off for a 3 day break so I really do hope I can keep control of it. Keep everything crossed for me :)
  87. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Computer Hang gliding or hot air balloon
  88. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Birthday
  89. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Molly & Sam Race to Target

    That must have been some lunch!!:D I had a massive blowout last Thur, Fri & Sat and according to my scales was 3lb heavier for it :eek:. (Just after a good WI on Thursday morning) I mean come on, 3lbs in 3 days?? But hey ho! You are right life doesn't stop for SW and a few pounds here and...
  90. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Hi everyone - newbie here

    Hello to all the newbies and good luck on your SW journey's :D. Please remember we are all here to help and support you if you need it. :)
  91. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    trying again

    Top tips are keep a food diary right from the very beginning and be honest and write down everything you are eating and drinking. Knowing in advance what you are going to eat takes all the guess work out of everything so planning is the key. If things go slightly awry, then you have the food...
  92. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Bank
  93. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Separate Shave your legs or have them waxed
  94. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Molly & Sam Race to Target

    It's oddly reassuring for the rest of us that Molly has a week where she STS ;) Don't talk to me about underwear, what a farce when you lose weight and I swear wherever you go the sizing is all different. I bought a bra from M&S about a month ago that I swear is too big now :mad:
  95. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy Days Newbie - any tips

    Hi welcome along to minimins. You’ve come to the right place for tips, support and advice. We’re a happy little lot who love to share. Top tips are keep a food diary right from the very beginning as this is what will get you through this and help get the SW plan in your head. Knowing in...
  96. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Neck
  97. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Player
  98. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    I keep gaining or not losing! Send help! :(

    I agree with the comments already made, I think there could be some additional superfree thrown in to make sure you are getting the one third you need, absolutely more syns are needed considering how much exercise you are doing as cutting back has the opposite effect so you need to start...
  99. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Mystery
  100. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Candles
  101. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Flat
  102. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Syn allowance help

    You have had some great tips here on using your syns and to get the maximum out of this diet you need to follow the plan correctly. I would get up to at least 10 syns per day ASAP and don't worry if you STS or gain as it won't last. I understand you are worried about eating the things you like...
  103. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Manager
  104. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Dinner
  105. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Fabric Fish and chips or pie and chips
  106. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Takeaway Bacon or sausage sarnie?
  107. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    King
  108. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Wheel
  109. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Squeeze
  110. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    July to October Challenge

    I also lost 1.5lbs this week :) *BethanyChey - 5lbs Lost, 16lbs to go *BubblesAnseo - 0lbs lost 26lbs to go *Chrissygrech - 2.5 lbs lost 20.5 lbs to go *DollyRocker - 3lbs lost 18lbs to go *Donna79 - 1lb lost 20lbs to go *edaj1 - 0lbs lost 28 to go *happynanna - 0lbs lost 28 to go...
  111. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Molly & Sam Race to Target

    Eh, that's not bad considering how busy you've been :D
  112. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Cereal Ice cream or Ice lolly
  113. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    July to October Challenge

    Try a SE week and see if that helps :)
  114. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Licking the Lid of Life....my esoteric diary

    Welcome back!! :D Sounds like you've done pretty well to stay on track 95% of the time. You are so close to target Sam - it's within your grasp! Good luck for your WI tonight x
  115. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Molly & Sam Race to Target

    Another great week Molly, I bet you will hit target next week. And so to the next challenge, maintaining! I imagine it will be strange introducing a little more than you are used to? However, it will be nice to have some extra treats. I know what you mean about the toning up bit, it's so...
  116. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Yours
  117. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    My diary, tales of a Slimming World girl

    Firstly I wanted to welcome you along. If you are at group then you should have handed in your food diary for the week and your consultant should give this back to you next week with feedback. You are quite right about the syns. It's a common mistake for new members to think if I cut back I...
  118. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Negative comments !!!!

    "The jealous are troublesome to others, but a torment to themselves. ~William Penn, Some Fruits of Solitude, 1693" Jealousy is not an admirable quality, your anger is a wasted emotion, as clearly she feels so bad about herself she is projecting this towards you and your success. Feel proud of...
  119. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Early bird Batter or breadcrumbs
  120. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Camouflage
  121. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Ideas for tonight's tea as working late

    Chicken stuffed with Philadelphia and wrapped in bacon. Mushy Pea curry. Chicken Caesar Salad. I'm sure the others will come up with some more ideas :D
  122. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Steps
  123. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    reassurance as completely new to SW but not to dieting

    Hi welcome along. Everyone is surprised how much you can eat on the SW plan as we associate dieting with eating less. However, if you trust in the plan and follow the rules you won't go wrong. Make sure to eat at least 5 syns a day as restriction of syns has the opposite effect. Good luck :D
  124. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy Targets, how do you know?

    I agree with the above posts. I think this is about you and not what other people think or say to you. Are you comfortable where you are, are you happy how you look and feel and how your clothes fit, despite what the scales say? If so then you know this is your target. If you're not 100% sure...
  125. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Syn hoarding

    There are a couple of options if you think you're going to go over syns on a particular day. The first and the one SW will recommend being flexisynning, you choose a maximum number of syns for the day in advance (say 20 or 30) which you don't go over and then get back on plan the next day...
  126. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    July to October Challenge

    2lbs off for me this week. (I think jennjenn84 needs to update the list for her fantastic 5lbs this week!!) *BethanyChey - 5lbs Lost, 16lbs to go *BubblesAnseo - 0lbs lost 26lbs to go *Chrissygrech - 0.5 lbs lost 20.5 lbs to go *DollyRocker - 3lbs lost 18lbs to go *Donna79 - 1lb lost 20lbs...
  127. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    very disappointed w.i today

    You've admitted that you've had some extras that you didn't count and only been around 95% on plan but still managed to lose 1.5lbs. I don't think that's disappointing, I think that's a result! If you are 100% next week I bet you will have a great week. Good luck :D
  128. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    White wine :drunk: Tumble dry or line dry
  129. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Closed
  130. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Coffee!!!?

    Great loss, well done!!
  131. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    New to SW.. Am I eating too much?

    I think Claddagh has hit the nail on the head, we are pre-programmed to associate eating less with losing weight and most diets involve eating a child's portion of food all day and having your stomach rumbling all the time. SW has taught us that we don't need to do this and we can eat really...
  132. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy New start!

    Welcome along to our forum. There is so much information to be found on this site and I would recommend spending some time having a good search. It does take a while to learn where everything is, but there are plenty of recipe threads, food diaries and syn values etc (just too much to list)...
  133. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Bad day! :(

    Just remember that one bad day doesn't ruin the whole diet. It's about doing your best to draw a line under the whole day and moving on from it starting afresh the following day. Feeling bad and punishing yourself is not going to help. You can use what happened constructively and think about...
  134. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Returning back to SW!

    Hi Jess, great to have you join us. Good luck with the re-join at group tomorrow, I'm sure everything will be fine and you will soon get back into the swing of things. I'm sure you won't need any help as you seem to have done very well the first time around, but if there is anything we can do...
  135. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Healthy extras

    Well the day isn't over yet, so you could hang on and see. If you get peckish later then at least you know you have something to fall back on :) I wouldn't eat them just for the sake of it though if you feel full.
  136. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Back I come.....

    Good luck second time around on your SW journey. I'm sure you'll be just fine and enjoy eating plenty and still lose the weight you want to. We are all here to help and support you should you feel you need it. :D
  137. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy hii im new...... help?

    Its says in the book if it's a branded HEXB you can replace it with a supermarket own brand of the same cereal. So it should be like for like in weight. Hope that helps. :D
  138. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Drink
  139. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    All You Can Eat Breakfast!

    It's very hard to guess what someone else has used so you can only go with what you think is a fair guesstimate. I would be quite upset if they said it was grilled and it wasn't. I stayed at a PI once and asked them to make me some porridge with skimmed milk, but you can never be sure that's...
  140. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    First day on slimming world

    Do you know I thought I had read that Weetabix said they were going to but because I couldn't find the thread I didn't want to say that :). I don't eat them myself but someone who does would obviously know a lot more.
  141. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    All You Can Eat Breakfast!

    There is a link to the nutritional value of their breakfasts http://www.premierinn.com/en/why/breakfasts/premier-inn-breakfast-allergy-nutrition.pdf.childrenbodylinksys.54715.LinkRef.pdf Hopefully you can work out everything you want to.
  142. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Powered sweeteners?

    You can also get Canderel Granular (but it's like a light powder). I think it's cheaper than Truvia but as I haven't tried Truvia myself yet I can't say which is the better tasting.
  143. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    First week and period!!!

    I agree with MelonCollie, even if your first week's WI is affected, by the second week your body will have returned to normal and any hormonal bloating and water retention will be gone and this will show when you get weighed. Good luck for your WI :D
  144. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    work night out...

    There are a number of options. The first being flexisynning, you choose a maximum number of syns for the day in advance (say 20 or 30) which you don't go over and then get back on plan the next day. It's meant for special occasions and not a weekly thing. You have to be prepared for the fact...
  145. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Molly & Sam Race to Target

    So sorry to hear you've been poorly Molly, that abscess sounds awful bless you and clearly your immune system is a bit low if you've come down with a cold too. I think that's what's probably affecting your weight loss, I bet it will pick up again once you're feeling better, which I hope is very...
  146. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Bare
  147. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Coffee!!!?

    Most of these drinks as you're probably aware are made with flavoured syrups and these are loaded with calories, so despite having skimmed milk or sweeteners if you needed any more sweetness (which I don't think you do) you cannot escape I'm afraid. I'm a big fan of chai - chai tea, chai...
  148. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    First day on slimming world

    Haha :) There has been quite a lot of feedback about this and Weetabix have had a lot of complaints from SW members who rely quite heavily on Alpen bars. They said they had modified the recipe and the calories had increased but the fibre had reduced, but it had worked to improve the taste...
  149. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Cake
  150. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    How many syns do you usually use per day?

    At the beginning of this diet I would recommend you have as close to the 15 per day that you can. Cutting back at the start doesn't work and has the opposite effect. If you stick to the plan you should lose weight. As time goes by if your weight loss stalls or you are close to target and find...
  151. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    First day on slimming world

    Just be careful with the Alpen lights, Weetabix have changed the recipe and unless you are eating the old 70cal version they are no longer counted as HEXB and therefore the syn value will also have changed. It will be the 1 syn for 20 cals rule I believe. Someone has put on another post they...
  152. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    2nd day on slimming world

    Agree with the above post ^^ Need to add more superfree with your meals. The chicken and chips needs some veg with it. The sandwich perhaps you could have had some salad with it? The tuna pasta, maybe you could have put some peppers or mushrooms in it. Hope that gives you some ideas. It's...
  153. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Coffee!!!?

    Looking at Costa's website the Primo, Medio and Massimo (S,M,L) are as follows with skimmed milk - 207, 322 & 517 cals. The 1 syn for 20 cal rules applies and I believe you could use the milk as HEXA and deduct 6 syns (for what it's worth). I absolutely adore chai latte but wouldn't touch it...
  154. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Bristol based male chub chub!

    Hi, welcome along. I'm sure you'll soon get to where you want to be. Good luck on your SW journey :D
  155. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    New to Slimming World and looking for advice

    If you are wanting to keep costs to an absolute minimum you are best going to a group and getting the pack and any books you want to buy whilst at the meeting (check them all out whilst you are there) and then don't go back. You will pay more on eBay. Once you are armed with this info you will...
  156. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Heart
  157. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Hiyaaaa

    Post a food diary Puckey so we can have a look.
  158. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    What superfree have you eaten today?

    Banana Blackberries Raspberries Butternut Squash Courgette Peppers Onion
  159. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    White
  160. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This is the day - 100 % on plan!

    I hope you're having a better day today :)
  161. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    rejoining again today.

    Good luck everyone on your SW journeys :D
  162. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Hiyaaaa

    Hi, you've made great progress in 6 months. You must be very pleased with your weight loss so far. Good luck with the rest of your SW journey :D
  163. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Chocolate and Crisps have been my biggest downfall, how do you get around them?

    Some people freeze curly wurly's then they take longer to eat :D
  164. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Struggling

    Firstly I would recommend you look at setting yourself small goals, like half a stone at a time rather than thinking you need to lose 3 stone, otherwise it seems like a mountain to climb. Secondly, I would say it's not unheard of to stay the same or put something on the second week. Did you...
  165. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Roller skates Glasses or contacts
  166. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Time
  167. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Police
  168. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy Nandos Halloumi Cheese - Syn or Healthy Extra?

    You can have 35g of Halloumi as HEXA, anything else would have to be synned. Enjoy! :D
  169. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Hi - slimming world member from norfolk

    Hi welcome along to minimins. You’ve come to the right place for tips, support and advice. We’re a happy little lot who love to share. Top tips are keep a food diary right from the very beginning as this is what will get you through this and help get the SW plan in your head. Knowing in...
  170. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy Exercise

    In all honesty I don't think you're giving the plan a fair trial. That's what flexisynning is all about so you stick to an agreed amount of syns for the night and move on the next day. You may not lose that week but then again you just might with all the exercise you are doing. The other...
  171. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Matthew Perry Red sky or rainbow
  172. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    High
  173. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Back 'home' with a new name, new diary and new attitude

    Welcome back to minis and good luck on your SW journey :D
  174. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Newbie

    Welcome along. Good luck on your SW journey :D
  175. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Hello. Guess I am BACK again again again !

    Welcome back. Good luck on your new SW journey. I'm sure you will soon lose that 2.5 stone. For the newer members who don't remember the cheesecake recipe it might be worth posting it again :D
  176. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Daffs Lawn or paving
  177. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy Just joinned this site !

    Hi welcome along to minimins. You’ve come to the right place for tips, support and advice. We’re a happy little lot who love to share. Although you have done SW before I would say top tips are keep a food diary right from the very beginning as this is what will get you through this and help...
  178. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Eaten too much

    I'm so pleased to hear about your dress, you must be so happy :) It's true you can't always go by the scales. I hope you get on ok with the Green plan, you might as well have the 2 healthy extras. Good luck!
  179. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Biscuits!! :D Car trip or Coach trip
  180. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Give a present City or Country?
  181. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Eaten too much

    Oh bless you, you are a busy lady. It must be very difficult juggling your time to fit everything in. If you don't like meat you need to be doing the green plan! You can have 2 HEXA and 2 HEXB :D so you could have the alpen lights and the bread. Nothing wrong with SW chips :) I love them...
  182. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Eaten too much

    Do you plan in advance? You could have had the toast as HEXB if you hadn't had the Alpen lights. Egg on toast would have made a good breakfast, perhaps with either mushrooms or tomatoes for the superfree. 9 times out of 10 I have cereal for breakfast. I have fruit mid morning, and free/SF...
  183. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Eaten too much

    You could change the toast, egg and beans to an omelette or some boiled eggs and have some superfree with it and save yourself 9 syns?
  184. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Eaten too much

    Don't worry it will be fine. Go to the WI and go for the fitting - all with an open mind. After tomorrow you can see what lies ahead. If you need some help post your food diary and good luck with tomorrow :D
  185. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Eaten too much

    I think you will be fine ;) When is your WI?
  186. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Exercise is boring!!

    I think perhaps it is about finding something that is of interest to you, but also your mindset to exercise. Maybe you need a friend to go along on these activities. Someone to talk to, to compare things with and a little competition always helps to spur each other on. Perhaps groups...
  187. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy SW and forum Newbie

    Hi welcome along to minimins. You’ve come to the right place for tips, support and advice. We’re a happy little lot who love to share. Top tips are keep a food diary right from the very beginning as this is what will get you through this and help get the SW plan in your head. Knowing in...
  188. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Red or Green Days?

    Hi welcome along. There are three plans, Red, Green and EE and as a diabetic I think it's something you should discuss with your SW consultant and your diabetic care team to formulate the best plan for you as the SW diet does work - please see this link Individual dietry needs. However, if you...
  189. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Film
  190. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Orange Boots or sandals
  191. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    July to October Challenge

    Need a swift kick up the pants to shift the last 12lbs to reach target :D *BubblesAnseo 0lbs lost 26lbs to go *holiday dieter 0lbs lost 28lbs to go *Jeanne Von Buttonpopper 0lbs lost 12lbs to go *Jennjenn84 0lbs lost 21lb to go *Jo.b - 0lbs lost, 21lbs to go *Kittypuss85 - 0lbs lost, 28lbs to...
  192. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    ass (sorry couldn't resist) :D
  193. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    New 3(and a bit) month challenge --- Slimmer for Summer 2014

    Can I just squeeze in with a final 2lb off as I haven't been doing a WI. Determined2slim 1lb lost 20 remaining EmilieClare 2lbs lost 26lbs remaining I predict a diet 9lbs lost 6.5lbs remaining Jeanne Von Buttonpopper 14.5lbs lost 6.5lbs remaining jenniecakes 5lb lost 4lb remaining Jennjenn84...
  194. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Molly & Sam Race to Target

    I think you are both doing extremely well ladies :D
  195. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Taste
  196. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Dogs Niagara falls or Northern Lights (aurora borealis)
  197. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    I can't seem to get started :(

    Hi Jan, sorry but why are you counting calories :confused:
  198. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy Slow Weight Loss

    So sorry to hear about your really poor experience with the consultant who sounds like a total cow. Good luck with WW.
  199. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Should I change group?

    From your description, I'm not quite sure what she gets out of being a consultant. She certainly doesn't seem to be giving anything. Not that it's any excuse, but maybe there is something behind it all that you are all unaware of that's causing her bad attitude, but if that is the case she...
  200. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Blister
  201. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    UK Roast Chicken or Roast Beef?
  202. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Plane Cream or Custard?
  203. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Bad language

    I believe I have a form of automotive Tourette's as the minute I sit behind the wheel of a car, I cannot stop swearing
  204. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Newbie hello!

    Hello, welcome along. You will not regret joining this forum for a second and wish you had done it sooner. It's a great place to get help, support and advice about anything. Perhaps you could follow someone else's food diary to give you ideas and keep you motivated or you could start a diary...
  205. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    I can't seem to get started :(

    I don't think there's anything wrong in having a good old 'vent' and getting everything off your chest. It's no wonder you're stressed with 3 small people in the house under 3 and your husband working away. Clearly, you're a very busy lady! I found a lot of comfort in eating and for a short...
  206. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Bad week

    This gets asked a lot and I guess the real answer is to draw a line under everything and move on. The more you dwell over the "what if's", the worse you will feel about it all. So the best thing to do is to try and put it to the back of you mind and start over as you mean to go on. A good...
  207. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    New to Slimming world

    You could try looking at the threads http://www.minimins.com/slimming-world-recipes/174015-whats-breakfast.html; & http://www.minimins.com/slimming-world-recipes/173056-whats-lunch.html Hope that helps :D
  208. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    stomach pain and bloating?

    Lots of people experience bloating at the start of this diet due to the increased fruit and veg they're eating. This seems to vary from person to person but those affected usually report that it gets better with time. There are the usual accounts of discomfort, embarrassment and some amusement...
  209. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    SW when immobile?

    Hi, I think you should begin by having your full 15 syns and eating as you intend to, following the guidelines with the 1/3 superfree, HEX's etc and not cut back on anything at this point. You should monitor what happens over the next few weeks. If you find this is working then great, just...
  210. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    HCJ Peanut Butter or Marmite? :p (I love them both and have a severe craving for peanut butter right now!!)
  211. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Tea
  212. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    2nd week WI

    I didn't lose anything my second week. It's perfectly normal and you will need to get your head around these weeks where you have a tiny loss or can gain or STS for no apparent reason. I know it's frustrating but it doesn't mean it isn't working. Trust in the plan, it works.
  213. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Extra Easy Slow Weight Loss

    Agree with the above post ^^^ we need to see your food diary please :)
  214. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    White wine! HELP!

    Personally, I've tried a lot of the non-alcoholic wines and haven't found them to be particularly palatable. There are lots of lower alcohol versions on the market now which have lower syn values, or you could make a spritzer, half wine, half diet lemonade? You might find switching to a spirit...
  215. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Quark!!

    I think there's little point trying to force something down if you clearly hate it and feeling as you did, like it ruined the whole meal. Get the philli extra light if you're trying to keep syns to a minimum and enjoy your meals! :D
  216. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Hi all starting sw tomorrow

    Hello and welcome along. Haven't you done well? What a substantial loss you have had already. You must be very proud of your achievement. I'm sure you will enjoy the SW plan. Good luck on your journey :D
  217. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Mini rant/a little upset

    Hi, I hope you are feeling a little better today. I'm sorry to hear the visit to see your Grandad didn't run smoothly and you felt upset by his comments. Clearly, you love him to bits otherwise his comments wouldn't have hurt so much. As you said, he didn't mean to be rude or offensive, he...
  218. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    This or That

    Ketchup! (I can only think of Mayo as a pint of oil with some eggs in it :yuk:) Lager or wine
  219. Jeanne Von Buttonpopper

    Just for fun

    Brother
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