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Good morning! I've woken up this morning intent on getting back on it after having well and truly fallen off the wagon! I was just checking my stats and have probably put on at least two stones since the last time that I was here, but I just can't let this carry on and have to do something...

Sorry, not 498g- meant 498 calories!!!

They are some Italian ones, apparently, and it's the first time I've seen them! I'm not even going to embarrass myself typing the name because i know I'm just going to get it wrong! Ah, calories! I knew I'd missed something crucial out! Calories 498g Thanks, hun!xx

I'm trying to access the syns calculator online, but can't seem to access it. I made a cup of tea 10 minutes ago and was going to have a couple of biscuits I've bought for the first time. I wanted to know the syns but can't seem to access it! I can't remember exactly what information I need...

I have the vanilla flavoured one and the blueberry flavoured one. Anyone know of the syn values, please, as I haven't been synning them (silly me!)?

I would like to start running. I've been thinking that for ages. My treadmill is just gathering dust. I'm sat in Sainsbury's cafe right now and was thinking I'm going to go home and definitely get on the treadmill. Perhaps this thread will help to motivate me- I vertao hope so! Last but not...

Hi, you weigh less than me. Surely, you're not heavy enough to qualify for weight loss surgery? Sorry, I know I'm being nosey, please don't feel obliged to answer, but I'm just surprised because I wouldn haven't thought you're heavy enough to qualify for it on the NHS, unless you were paying...

for a 2lbs weight loss this week. Roll on, Wednesday!

I meant mobile data!

The Consultants have to pay for the certificates which is why some of them don't do it. I've heard a lot about the costs of becoming a SW Consultant. I suppose it depends on how many people you have at group. My Consultant does not have any other job and she does this one day a week where she...

It only comes around once a year and I don't know why but Easter eggs seem to taste more chocolatey to me!

It's not all bad. We can have Easter eggs as part of our syn allowance. I'm really looking forward to my treat of an Easter egg today! 28 syns and well worth it. It only comes

Thank you for your replies. Yes, even though the Skyr yogurts are far free, they are not sugar free - from my understanding as it said reduced sugar. Yeah, I think they are new as I've not seen them before. And unfortunately, I didn't have enough data to check on my phone at the time...

I have the Asda Chosen By You yogurts (blueberry and vanilla flavours, both far free). I don't know how many syns they are.

It isn't too bad. I'm going to get a Cadbury's Buttons Easter egg and that's 28 syns for the egg and the chocolate buttons inside. Our allowance over a week's period is 105 syns, so I reckon I could fit 2 or 3 in!

Thank you, everyone for your replies! Anyone tried the 'Special K Chewy Delight' bars? I tried these for the first time last night and they were wonderful?

Hi Beth, Welcome to the forum! I honestly believe that if you give Slimming World a try it will help you to develop a positive relationship with food- something that so many of us when entering our first Slimming World class have never had and we try it as our "last chance saloon". And...

Just seen these in Asda. Arla skyr fat free yogurts (reduced sugar) strawberry flavoured and another one which is honey flavoured. Couldn't log in to syns calculator just wondering whether anyone knows the syn values? Thank you.x

Thank you. I think that's what I read too. What are the Alpen bars like? The chocolate ones I looked up online looked delicious. How do they compare to the Hi-Fi bars? I spend so much money on them but when I checked online I think the Alpen bars are on at 99p for a pack of 5 at Asda at the...

I think I read somewhere that I can use two Alpen bars (70 calories) as one HEx option. Is this correct? Thanks.x

These sound fantastic. I really upped my exercise a couple of months ago but in the last month, I've not bothered at all. I have an entire gym at home so was thinking of using it although, I have hardly used it at all since I've had it, but this sounds just like the motivation which I need...

This is so unfair. I would miss image therapy as I think that's the main part which you're paying for. I would second what other members have suggested about contacting the Head Office. Aside from that, I would ask other group members of they want to go for a coffee and chat about how their...

Thank you. I tried it a little earlier. It said tgepicshad uploaded but they hadn't. I really have no idea how to do it. I always use my phone anyway and have a basic HTML version on my phone. It's only when I tried to do this uploading business that I realised there's some other features like...

Ah! I think I'm copying the wrong link!

I don't know if this will work, but here goes! http://www.minimins.com/newattachment.php?do=assetmanager&values[albumid]=4414&contenttypeid=8&poststarttime=1427623780&posthash=69d8d86f020ac28f61af97ad7941cc81&insertinline=0

I made a cake last night which in just polishing off at the moment, and I thought I've got to tell Lee about it so signed in! I just wish I could figure out how to upload pictures. A member did leave me a post recently on how to do it but I just didn't get it. It sounded so complicated!

You can always cook it and freeze it for later and have it with some rice or whatever takes your fancy. I marinated chicken mince last night (I know this probably sounds really bizarre but I find chicken mince not having as much flavour in itself as lamb or beef, for example), and today, I...

Thank you.:-)

Hi Lee, congratulations on finding something. Would you say you were happy with it, overall? Also, your cake covering looks pink to me (could be wrong- the eyesight is deteriorating with old age!) and you mentioned you used an Options. Which one did you use? Thank you.

I never really use recipes. I always "freestyle"! I think I got the recipe on lifeline online (I think that's what it's called!). You should be able to google it though. I'm slightly apprehensive about just giving you the recipe just like that as this is synned due to the bananas being baked but...

Thanks, Jules. Sunday complicated to a technophobe like me!

When I saw your thread, I thought I'm going to post a curry recipe for you as you can stick it with anything. Basic curry recipe. Onions Garlic Chilli powder Tomatoes Salt Fry onions in fry light until they start to soften. Add chopped/ puréed garlic and cook mixture until it starts...

I haven't seen these. I could do with the motivation - just wondering whether you have a link to the thread? Thank you! Xx

I haven't tried the 1/2 syn cake as it just sounds too eggy. I imagine it would be like the "cake in a mug" - just egg. I don't mind eggs, but to call it a cake means that I'm having to stretch my imagination far too much and it just doesn't work for me! Also, the SW "quiche"- what is all...

Try scab bran and peppermint tea. Works a treat! (Don't they sound delicious! Lol!).

I didn't know the Boost bars are only 12.5. I've been avoiding them since SW. It reminds me of when I was working right next to a big supermarket last year and every morning, I would buy a pack of 4 Cadbury chocolate bars- be it 'Boost', 'Twirl', 'Wispa'. I think there were even days where I...

That sounds lovely. I'm just thinking, I could do this twice a day and still stay within my syn value. What a treat!

No way! I've missed a trick here! I think I need to try this out! Is this for a particular brand and pack of chocolate?

Ooh, I do like the sound of that! I've only recently discovered smoked paprika and have started adding it to things to give them some depth. I used it in my meatballs recently and I think it added something to it without it being a dominant flavour profile. I think peri peri chillies would...

Hi. I make scan bran cakes these days and that helps to clear the system. I didn't have any scan bran, so last night, I made it with just a packet of bran. Although, I have to wait until I have it as a snack later this morning to find out what it actually turned out like! Hope that works for you!

Thanks, "sweet pink"!

That's awful. You know you can choose which hospital you want to be referred to? It might mean going back to the beginning and the referral process but if you've got a sympathetic gynaecologist, it wou probably be better. I'm thinking of getting referred again myself as I haven't had any...

I went into Holland and Barrett's to buy saw palmetto a few weeks ago and she told me it was for something completely different. I was wondering what she was on about as I had read extensive reviews online about it being used for hair loss for women. Anyone else used saw palmetto?

That's great! I'm trying to find something reasonable myself at the moment, but I think even something reasonable will be too expensive for me with my financial situation at present!

So, I can have 2 Alpen Light bars as a HExB choice?

Breakfast - banana cake. Dinner - Quorn sausages, mashed potatoes and beans. Simple yet delicious! NOTE TO SELF: AM I EATING ENOUGH? DEFINITELY NOT DRINKING ENOUGH. Strategy: Fill up on free foods! Drink more water throughout the day!

Banana cake - delicious. I need to make stuff like this more often. Think about: baking your own sweet treats!

Scan bran banana cake from last night, and make a Quorn curry for tonight with rice!

Ah, new day. What to eat today.

I just made a banana cake! How do I upload a picture!

5.5lbs on. It can only get better. Strategy: Plan meals and fill up on free foods.

Don't feel responsible for others. Feel responsible for yourself; be the best that you can be! You deserve it!

Waiting for 7.30p.m. weigh-in. Did not attend last week due to meeting and couldn't attend an alternative group. For the last 2 weeks, I have not followed plan at all, been having takeout pizzas and curries topped up with pancakes and doughnuts and a countless amount of chocolate. What will...

Today, I have eaten nothing but a massive chocolate bunny. I also had a pot of tea at Sainsbury's. I wanted to devour a slice of chocolate fudge cake in all it's delicious, moist, sticky, sweet glory, washed down with a pot of tea (ironically because I find it too sweet!), but I did. Once I was...

What a great thread! On mine, I have fat free yogurt- vanilla and blueberry flavours, alongside some fresh strawberries. I have also had it with 'Canderel'-sweetened quark with macerated summer fruits on top.

I have hirsutism but now to top it all up, I also have male patterned baldening simultaneously.

I'm not sure what any of that means, but I hope it's good news for you either way!x

Mrs.S, I feel exactly the same about the slow weight loss. I'm not sure what to suggest as I fee quite depressed about this myself. If anyone does have any tips, please feel free to share. For my issues with hirsutism, I tried laser treatment. Worked a treat. It is expensive though, but you...

Maybe this is where I'm going wrong. I did this about 13 years ago- green days the vast majority of times - and I still lost weight. This time around, it's just not budging. Do you think it could be the carbs?

When I was slimmer my symptoms were definitely better. Having put on more weight, I'm definitely hairier, and God knows when was the last tim I had a period. 13 months ago, perhaps?

Hi Safia, Do you find that having made the changes which you have that it has affected your weight loss?

I also have hirsutism. The best thing which I have ever tried is laser treatment. I have had treatments for the last 13 years, and it's brilliant! Costly, but effective! There is also something herbal which I tried (available from health shops) which worked wonders. Can't remember the name...

These were the words which my SW Consultant uttered using my first class to the entire group. This resonates deeply with me. However, my journey has been inconsistent. Whenever I hear these words, I feel motivated. The only unfortunate thing is that I don't hear them often enough. From...

Hi folks, I want to make the hot smoked salmon pasta in batch myself rather than buying it (too expensive for me!). I eat smoked salmon like it's going out of fashion, but it's the "hot" bit I'm confused about. I don't ever remember seeing it but where else can it be apart from the smoked...

Hi swan, How often do you have this?

Really? I didn't know frozen fruit is not synned. That answers why I can have frozen blueberries, but not fresh blueberries which have been macerated. I've been pondering over this for years! Thank you for your message!xx

Last night, I discovered this frozen dessert making machine where you put some frozen fruit into the machine and it turns into an ice-cream like dessert instantly. I know it's synned, but I'm a sucker for ice-cream and by all accounts this but of equipment has got raving reviews, so I think I...

Otherwise, I'll be eating any spare treats in one go. Not enough willpower!

Thank you, Kirsty and Anna. I think you're right, Anna. I think they're just going to have to forego the biscuits

Good advice! Thanks!xx

I have some "official" visitors coming this morning. I will, of course, be offering them tea/ coffee, however, I don't have any biscuits or anything in the house, and don't really want to buy any in the morning as I will end up eating all that remain myself! I was thinking I could get something...

I've never heard if this. What is it? It might be the answer to my sweet/ chocolate cravings!

Thank you! I can't see my joking date though. Might it be because I am using my phone to access the forum?

I meant "What is everyone else having?" Lol!

What's wve else having?

I'm not sure if I can upload pictures on here. Unfortunately, I have loads of restrictions until I reach 50 posts, and I'm not sure how to check whether I have reached 50 posts which doesn't help! I've made a sort-of-bean stew tonight. After having two takeouts consisting of having two whole...

I love the sound of that. That's another one I'll be trying! Thank you for sharing.xx

You could buy chapatti/ roti/ naan and syn them? Although, you're right - normal bread doesn't hit the spot with curry. This looks more like the type of curry I would have. Fortunately, I have never had cream and butter in my curries. If you wanted it spicier, you could always add chopped...

That also sounds delicious! I don't usua have just tomato sauce and pasta because it doesn't appeal to me. It's a shame as its such a quick meal. I'll de be trying this with the quark- sounds lush! Thanks for the idea!xx

Wow, lemon meringue sounds delicious! Do you have a recipe for it by any chance? Thank you.xx

How could I forget! Pancakes are the main thing I make! I have mine with fat free blueberry and vanilla yogurts from breakfast. Otherwise I have them plain. Mine are usually 6 egg pancakes though!

Hi Karen Might sound like a stupid question, but where do you get these flavourings from, and what are they like syns wise? Thanks.xx

Sarah Jane, you are gorgeous! Of course, you should accept yourself because you are good enough as you are but that doesn't mean you don't want to get healthier. Good luck with everything!x

Thank you, folks! Feeling reenergised after reading your lovely, motivational messages!xxx

Thank you swan song.

Your recipe seems absolutely fine. I often make curry like this myself- lots of vegetables and some lentils with some plain, boiled rice. One of my favourite meals!

You could try fat free Greek yogurt or even quark, but if you add these to the curry, especially whilst its hot, it would split as it needs a high level of fat to hold it all together.

I want to try all of the different flavoured chocolate options!

Thank you everybody who replied. Your kind words have been inspiring and much appreciated. The motivation encouraged me to try to stick to plan for the remainder of the week, and fortunately, at weigh-in today, I only put on a pound. Hopefully, it will help me to get back on plan and carry on...

Sorry, but what is "STS"?

I haven't really lost a huge amount so far, but I eat so much better and feel much better and very energetic. As a result, I'm exercising much more.

I rejoined SW at the beginning of this year. When I first started 12 years ago, it was just green and original, and I always followed green days. They were perfect for me. Listening to my consultant at tonight's group it was the constant rhetoric of "Forget green days". I find it really strange...

What exactly does "eating clean" mean? Not cooking it/ eating food in its raw/ natural state? Not adding preservatives, etc?

Thank for this. I think I'll try this tomorrow as I have all of the ingredients. I don't use Nestle products but I think I would definitely substitute it for a square of Galaxy caramel. I don't like burnt caramel/ bonfire toffee taste either which is why I don't usually use caramel for baking...

I'd heard quark being mentioned when I joined SW for the first time 12 years ago. However, it's only recently that I discovered exactly what it is and started using it. I think it's brilliant. I have recently started mixing low cal hot chocolate in it and leaving it overnight and having it the...

Luisa, that sounds lovely. Dahl is definitely under rated. It is so delicious and nutritious. Good, simple, tasty, homely food.

Thank you everyone. Hehe, I haven't had a blowout like that for a very, very long time! Haha. Xx

Thank you, I didn't know that. Well, salmon pasta it is for me for the rest of the week! :-) yum yum!x

I didn't like the veg. pasta which didn't surprise me but loved the salmon. Definitely making that in bulk and freezing. Thank God for the ingredients and recipes on the packs! :-)

I was thinking I've forgotten something. I've just remembered the three slices of takeaway pizza! This post is a bit pointless now, actually. I've had far too many things to syn up, on reflection, it probably is a good thing that I'm back on plan after my one day bender!

(I won't mention the two sugared, ring doughnuts and 8 packs of muller light chocolate dessert just yet!)

Following on from my blowout, I'm trying to work out ha many syns there might have been in that subway meatball marinara sandwich on honey oat bread (footling, OF COURSE!) with a few olives and chitpole sauce with some light mayo to accompany it for good measure. Any guesstimates? Thank you.

Thank you, Kathy. Another very supportive message from you- it's ver much appreciated! Cheers! Xx

Thank you for your message. I think this is a great way to go about your journey. I think fibding something similar where I can also chart my progress will definitely help me focus more on the positives and acknowledge my losses so that I can celebrate them for what they are rather than being a...

I didn't realise all of this. This provides a fantastic, practical comparison. Two cans of beans and some butter- that is quite heavy! Thank you. Xx

Thank you for posting. Your advice is very realistic and it reminds me that I need to change my thinking and my lifestyle rather than just controlling what I put in my mouth. It's about mind, body and soul! Xx

Thank you for posting. Yes, you're right, it is a life change and I would do well to remember that having ups and downs is a natural part of any aspect of life! Thank you and good luck with your weight loss! Xx

Thank you very much. A very realistic post with scientifically sound advice. You are right- 2.5lbs compared with 6.5lbs the previous week does not sound anywhere near as impressive, but actually, it is a massive achievement. Thank you once again. Xx

Thank you for such an honest post. I don't know why we seem to self-sabotage. I suppose a big part of the process is changing sabotaging behaviours and thought processes over time. Congratulations on your daughter's upcoming nuptials! I am sure you will be able to reach the target which you...

Wow! 28 weeks, is that all?! That sounds wonderful! Thank you so much for your entire post. You have no idea how fantastic I feel after reading your message. I have noticed for the first time that my weight is displayed on my profile! It's something I would never mention in public so a...

Does anyone have unrealistic expectations? I've just rejoined SW. At weigh-in this morning, I lost 2.5lbs, and I feel extremely disappointed with this. I'm ashamed to admit it, but I just ate so many things today, which I didn't even want. I think in the space of a few hours, I probably had a...

Wow! Those look delicious- can you send me one through the post! I will definitely be trying these. I think they well do well in satiating my sweet tooth. I'm off to google the recipe!

Lee, what an interesting debate! Viva la revolucion! Lol! :-)

How could I forget fresh bread from the bakery with butter!

You need to get in there quick! I've just got veg pasta and the salmon and now I'm off to get weighed in!

I would agree

I also have a weakness for sweet things and have indulged my sweet tooth to an extreme after following the plan! Things I have done to satisfy my sweet tooth are buying different exotic fruits like mangoes, physallis and permisson/ sharon fruit. I also like chopping up permisson and putting it...

I also have a weakness for sweet things and have indulged my sweet tooth to an extreme after following the plan! Things I have done to satisfy my sweet tooth are buying different fruits

If only they were vegetarian!

And cake.

My family are Pakistani/ Indian so I have grown up eating authentic curries and other South Asian foods. I just adapt my cooking to SW and don't use recipes or anything, so can't recommend a particular SW recipe, however, I did make a lamb curry with cauliflower rice this week which was okay...

Thank you. I am old school and don't understand this EE stuff. I followed the good old green plan and lost 6.5lbs that week (I did put on 9lbs in between though!)

Ice cream.

I'm a sucker for ice-cream and have decided to switch to yoghurt instead. I bought some Asda CBY fat free yogurts in vanilla flavour and blueberry flavour last night. I also bought some of that muller light chocolate dessert in milk chocolate and mint chocolate flavours - 5 syns per pot -...

There are some Mama Rae's sweet pancakes which I love on offer at Iceland. £3 for 24. I could easily polish those off in a couple of hours! I'll be heading off to Iceland first thing tomorrow morning before weigh in but will instead be getting excited over the new SW ready meals. I've got...

Wow! I'm not a fan of Jaffa cakes but I really want to try this. Thanks for that. I just restarted at SW and normally when I'm on the plan, I avoid chocolate, but I'll have to make an exception for this. I'm guessing all chocolate has more or less the same syn value, or is any particular brand...

I'm a new member and have done the SP plan which resulted in a 6lbs weight loss for me in the first week. Having said that, I don't think the SP plan could be maintained on a long-term basis.

I've been craving takeout pizza for the last two days. Deep pan with chicken and garlic butter. I've managed to resist so far. Weigh in on Wednesday! Let's see how long I can last (fingers crossed!)