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Hi! I havent posted on here for such a long time, maybe a month!? So much has happened in my life since i was last chatting to you, I've moved house, started a new job and am in the middle of organising a wedding with my lovely partner Marta in December this year. I have visited this site...

chocolate orange all the way!! *gets coat and exits swiftly...* lol

i'm sure you've already decided to but i would say contact your gp if it happens again x

Good Luck!!:D

It really depends on how much you want to lose and how quickly, obviously expect slightly slower results if you go out for dinner every week or have quite an active social life. Just be careful. x

Hello all, I had my 3rd weigh in today, its only been 4 days since my last, the reason is my CDC is going on holiday in a few days so I had to have it today instead of Thursday. I must say I was pleasantly surprised, I've lost 7lbs!!:D This makes it a total of 1 stone and 1lb since i started 3...

how are ya today sharon? x

always best to keep a bottle of water to hand, especially when working

its a great motivator ey!! Well done you!!

cool i bought a few mint sprays, they're great, really do the trick. nothing is worse than waking up and having that taste as the first sensation of you day - lol!

everyone is right and alot of people wouldnt be able to admit to it, so you did the right thing by posting your dilemma, you can start again, a fresh start, we're all behind you!! x

Irene's right you have to just tolerate them if you want to lose the weight. They can't be that bad surley?? Are you whisking them enough? Maybe try different flavours, there are a few flavours that I cant stand, if I had tried them when I first started then I would be put off too!! Hang in...

Hiya, just wanted to let you all know I'm starting my blog, I know its a bit late being 15 days into the diet n all but better late than never!! I'll post daily entries and weekly photos!! Heres the link if ya interested!!:D http://www.minimins.com/blogs/martin/936-5-stone-lose.html

4lbs!! check it out - back of the net!!

i just dont understand??:sigh: i dont have odd tastes with my food, but i love this flavour so much.. hmm, guess that makes me a bit weird....:D ...cool!!:crazy:

yeah just build up to it over the previous couple of days, best not to push your body into a different state so rapidly. Judging by you current success Im sure you'll remain focused. Enjoy the wedding!! x

Sharon!! Sorry it took so long to reply but i just wanted to say a massive congratulations!!:party0019: Great news, and an excellent start to the rest of your life!! Well done! Roll on next week.:D x

Hmmm, difficult as we don't know your personal habits and health status, but I'm guessing its a result of the old 'last suppers'. Not wise really, I was tempted to do the same thing a couple of nights before starting, but didn't want to make the mountain i was about to climb any steeper. If...

Oh... I see... *orders a choc orange shake for Lily* 'Drink, DRINK I tell you!!' Lol;) good luck on the restart!:D

I'm not going to lie, i still cant stand the smell of food when my girlfreind cooks, and i'm on day 14!! Everyones different, dont wait around to suddenly lose interest in the food when you smell some, just start thinking about the end result. Arrange something to do when you reach your goal...

Hiya, yeah going well, couple of hairy moments earlier in the week but didnt give into temptation, only lost 3lbs and was a bit gutted.:( Good thing is I've lost 2 and a half inches off my chest which feels great! Next weigh in is tuesday, only 4 days away cos my work pattern plus my CDC will...

Talking about the shakes, you have got to try the chocolate orange flavour, uh mmm, so soooo good!!;) My fav:D

Thanks, going strong so far!!:D

The fact you say your weight hasn't moved recently and you STILL didn't give into temptation is a brilliant sign that your going to succeed in this diet.:) Its an inspiration to me to read your story, just think, if that didn't make you give in, what will??.. ...NOTHING!!!!!;) Well done for...

Great feeling isn't it!! Good on ya for getting this far, its these days that are fun in a strange way as its all new and you can feel your body changing- lol You'll be in ketosis before you know it. You working over the weekend??

No its not, we have Vanilla flavour shake packs but not the 'french' one

are you having trouble on the toilet may i ask?, you may be drinking loads of water but as was pointed out on another thread if its passing through your system when going to the toilet then you'll need to replace it again. just a thought

Hello. I dont think more water actually equates to more loss, but it certainly helps with side effects, and passing, er stuff - lol! It generally makes you feel good which in turn makes you more effective at managing the diet, the results are better. 4 litres is fine, have more if you can but...

I had 3rd weigh in today. I've lost 3lbs. I was a bit shocked it was so low at first but my CDC pointed out that it was pure fat and from now on It'll be fat burning not water retention. Also I've lost 2 and a half inches of my waist, so all those moments where i thought my clothes felt a...

Hi. The first meeting will go fine, I'm sure of it. It will give you the motivation to get through the coming week, any questions you have your CDC will be happy to answer. Any myths you've heard - they will put straight. Drinking water now is a good idea as it is something you have to get...

Hi guys, still here, I'm working so much that when I finish I'm so tired I never get on here long enough to reply. My last day tomorrow then 5 days off!! Last month has been a bit difficult for me, my partner Marta had a miscarriage at 12 weeks and has had complications since, hopefully this...

thats amazing!!!:D

woohoo!!!:D

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yes it is surprising just how many different ways you can have the CD meals!! lol

choc tetra = heaven..;)

lol - a phrase we all say at one point or another on this diet.:D Good luck.. on the diet that is.. Martin

Day 4 and your in ketosis!! Great news!1 CD Crisps you say!!?? Never heard of them, interesting.. *strokes chin* LOL

right i'm off to read some of ice moose's blogs!! Cheers Sharon x

stay away from the scales I tell you!! makes weigh in with cdc that much more motivating.

aahh, tiger bread - lovely.. yes buying things that taste soo good is a dangerous thing..lol thanks for the advice guys

Thanks everyone! Day 8 now I'm still on track, doing well I think. Last night was strange though, after a week of doing well and telling myself I was 'out of the woods' I found myself nearly giving into temptation and buying a little bottle of vodka (low calorie) and just settle down infront of...

Welcome Jen! Definitely through the hardest part, just got to stay on focus. I don't have any advice for dealing with things like weddings or birthdays but being on SS for a month should get you in the right frame of mind. 3-4 litres of water is fine, if you can manage more then great but if...

Sharon, you doing okay? Hope so, we're here to chat whatever the case..

Good stuff judders, it obviously is working for you. I'm similar in i eat a tin of mackerel every 2 or 3 days.. Gotta have that chewing sensation sometimes..

I've been peeing all day long.. Got some funny looks at work.. .. I wasn't actually peeing in front of people.. lol

Hi Sharon, just a quick word before i go to work today, excellent news on getting to day 3!! I assume today is day 4, this was the day i found hardest, i want to let you know if you are struggling today then before you let your mind wander into 'what if a just ate this...' territory - get on...

Hiya Blushhappysmile, how's today going? x

Hmm.. not worried but i noticed my CDC has a little bald patch on her head, didnt want to discuss it, who would?, but i know of it happening to people when coming off the diet and it concerns me a little.. being a bloke i can just shave my head without anyone really taking a second glance...

Aaahh the teeth thing!! So glad you mentioned that, couldnt find it anywhere on the net, I have the same sensation, its strange, definate chalky feel. My guess is its from the powder in the packs.. if thats all we get then im sure we'll push on through - haha!!

hehe, its the same for me, apart from the sleep. i've drunk tons and tons of water so that might help, havent had any bad side effects?? jus waiting to suddenly get them all!! Maybe we're one-offs.. maybe we're naive... maybe... lol

dont you feel knackered by the afternoon though??

I agree, its amazing what you've all ben through and how much it helps us. Thank You!!!

I think aam would be okay, just watch you portion control. Do what you feel you should do, your CDC should encourage you to take control as its your body. Good luck

You ladies can scare the **** out of us blokes when the mood takes you.:eek: I hate to say it but we got it so much easier. Sorry - lol! I've found the lack of sleep weird, I can wake up a couple of hours earlier than normal and be wide awake, but late afternoon slipping into 'nap'...

Nikki, thats an amazing transformation!! WooHoo!!!

Cheers guys, heres to us!!:D

Hi there - Welcome on board!! You sound like you know what your doing, and that you have set goals you want to fulfil. As you may of read its the first few days certainly the first week that is in many ways the hardest. I am on day 6 and have just started to settle into my routine. The best...

Its all about the body adjusting to the new you! If you stick to it then the results will come. I saw my CDC today and she was telling me how she sees weight loss vary in different people, first week or 2 can be slow loss, then BAM! All of a sudden a massive loss comes round the corner! The...

Thanks everyone! I've been for my weigh in and its less than I was expecting, but I started the diet on saturday so only been on it 5 days as opposed to 7. I've lost 6lbs.:confused: I was hoping for more.:( I realize now that this is good, and the diet doesn't produce miracles but is well...

Hooray!! x

Hi everyone, I haven't replied to anyone recently as I've been so busy, but i finally have today off work. Its my 6th day so far and I can't believe I've made it this far. Day 3 and 4 were very difficult and at times unbearable but I'm here, in one piece - lol. I'm a bit disappointed as i...

Hi saneasineverwas, i think you can do a mix of the two diet plans as long as you stick to the portion limit rules (and content). Not sure on the eggs? I'm on SS, my cdc said that i should have 4 packs a day for 4 days then the 5th onwards i can have a small tin of fish, you know the little...

Thanks, and you xx:D

Hiya susan, how are you on this fine morning? I'm doing well today, still positive and got my heart set on getting through another day without fail. It is a little strange though, i mean I'm looking forward to having my 4 packs today but i would like to ask, how do you initially deal with not...

Good on ya!:) I thought it said on the Cambridge website not to have the mint strips? Am i wrong??:confused:

Mate, that goes for every human being on the planet - lol;) Your doing great. :) Keeps me focused seeing people like you do so well.

Hi mate, just replied to your other post. Be sure to speak to your cdc if you have concerns, they may suggest something that you hadn't thought of. Out of interest what is your daily intake of packs and water? As i said earlier my cdc said to do SS for 4 days then on the 5th day onwards have...

Hi Ian! Hedgehog has got a point, could be a sign of not getting enough water, if the symtoms persist then up the daily amount of water that is recommended. Hang in there though mate, I'm on day 3 now and its reading posts from people like you that keep me going! lol It will get better and I'm...

Hiya Kellysteapot!! Look forward to chatting over the coming months.

Hiya Tazzi - you know where I'm coming from with regards to the railway then lol. I'm interested to know what its like down under, how the service is and what you do on the railway?? Its funny how this diet has already high lighted my relationship with food. Today is my first day off in 12 days...

lol!

Hi Remia, its so hard keeping on track i know! Just try to stay away from the nuts, they were one of my downfalls, cashew nuts, ate them by the bucket loads - lol It sounds harsh but for me if I'm feeling a little prone to temptation I take a good look at myself in the mirror and think of a...

oriental chilli - mmmm... (homer simpson moment).. lol So far I have had strawberry banana mint choc oriental chilli chicken and mushroom chocolate velvet tetra pack fruits of the forest I haven't had any problems at all with the taste, just that there isn't enough!! Taste wise if this is an...

Thats great guys! Seems like your doing really well, I just gotta persevere and stick with it 100% and the results will eventually come. Its funny how this diet has already high lighted my relationship with food. Today is my first day off in 12 days of work, its a day I'd usually cook a roast...

my cdc advised taking sennokot and/or drinking plenty water. I'm on day 2 and finding it hard already!! Never thought I'd be saying that lol Remember no pain no gain! x

Cheers, this place is great for encouragement and inspiration!!

Thats great news, keep up the good work!! I'm only into my second day and its been quite tough, had to do a trip to the shops with my partner and the sights and smells of different food made it difficult. lol Got to get through these first few days, argh!!!

She told me that i could do it occasionally but to use caution. I think she said the broccoli and cheese soups can be a bit bland (as im still yet to try most of the flavors) and its a tip to get round it, but it would have to be an occasional thing. Is there any flavors of shakes and soups you...

Thanks for all your replies, and you're right, 4 packs it is. I shouldnt be too hasty to lose the weight faster than is safe, and its silly to think that way like BBlilsis said the packs are for vitamins and minerals etc, not to be overlooked i think. I had one of the soups tonight, and it was...

Just keep going, do it the way you want to. My cdc said i could grate a little cheese over one of my soups if i wanted to. I think it was the brocolli flavour. You've already lost a lot, and thats great!! Good luck x

Great news! You must be over the moon. with inspiration like that we can all make it! Well done Aaisha x

Aha!! Cheers!

Wow! Thanks to everyone for making me feel welcome. I feel lucky to of met such freindly people. I had my first shake today, chose fruits of the forset as i decided to go for a flavour i may not like much and i have to say it tasted.... FINE!! That coupled with lots of water and im on my way to...

Some sound advice there, i appreciate it a lot. I've been on nights all week so i'll be back on here later after i've had some sleep and feel refreshed. Thanks again and hope you have a good day. Chat to you later. Weather in Southampton looks like rain rain rain..:( Martin x

piddling away all the fat... yes.. i like that.. I'll keep that in mind.. the concept of ketosis which is essentially what the weight loss stage of the plan is, seemed quite daunting when i first read about it, but from what i can gather the water can play a big part in making it more...

Thats handy to know, cheers! Until then I'll be stalking you! lol No seriously its not that important to me, just trying to get to grips with what type of people are on here, and finding my way around the site. I cant seem to post a profile picture or some other things but i think that may be...

Thanks!! It means a lot to be able to speak to people who know what I'm going through. I've been off all sugars, fatty food and beer etc for just over a week and have been drinking copious amounts of water to prepare myself for what will become the norm. Apart from going to the toilet every 5...

I'm just curious to know if there are any blokes on here going through the same situation as myself??:)

Hi everyone! I met my CD counselor for the first time yesterday and I'm pleased she was so nice and very positive. I've been reading up about CD recently and i feel its right for me. I cant wait to get started. I'm 26yrs old and 18stone. I'm looking to get down to 13st and i know i have a long...