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    The Last Resort - Personal Training!

    Hi Girls, Now that my exam is over, I have no more excuses! I would really like to lose this last stone / stone and a half. Feel like my motivation is dwindling at the moment. The good news is that I have managed to maintain my weight since I came off the Exante shakes. But every day feels...
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    Lipotrim to Exante?

    Good luck, Isha! :D I'm sure you will do very well on Exante. Well done on your progress so far!
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    Calling all Celebrity SLimmers, past and present

    Hi Gina, I was on CS for a while and lost about 15 lbs, but then I moved onto Exante VLCD. Now, I am flirting with getting a personal trainer cos I'm tired of drinking shakes!! :D I'm meeting him for a consultation today to find out whether he can help me lose the last stone / stone and...
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    Hi girls I'm back!

    Welcome back Flumpy! :D Sorry not replied to your PM - hope this post will do! :) Good luck on Exante. I'm sure you will do well. As for me, I am thinking of how to lose the last stone or so. Getting a bit fed up of shake diets so might just eat healthily....not sure yet! Losing weight is...
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    Less to lose - less support

    Hi Crimson, I'm in the same place as you at the moment. :( I've managed to lose about 20 lbs but people are starting to tell me I look ok now and I've lost the motivation I had before. I would like to lose another stone. I'm sick of the shake diets so I might try to eat healthy and exercise...
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    Gone and done it now. My 100 day countdown has began.

    Thanks Ebony! I think you can only see other people's pics once you have 50 posts or above. I put that pic up a while ago. :) I still have a way to go. I'd like to lose at least another stone. Trying to figure out how to do it! Even though I like the Exante products, I'm sick and tired of...
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    Gone and done it now. My 100 day countdown has began.

    Well done for making it to Day 11, Ebony! :) Exante have only been around for just over a year, so it's still a relatively new diet. I'm sure there are successes out there, but maybe they haven't shown their faces yet?! That's what I'm hoping anyway! :D Hope you're day is going well today! :D
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    has anyone lost weight but can't see it?

    Hi Kaylalou, Well done on the 5st weight loss! That is an amazing achievement! :D I am the same height as you (5ft 8"). I started my weight loss journey (this time around!) at 13st 5 lbs when I was a size 16/18. I am now 11st 11 lbs and a size 14. There are some days when I notice the...
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    WHEN DIETS GO WRONG

    Thanks Margaret! :) I'll be watching it!
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    Gone and done it now. My 100 day countdown has began.

    Hi Ebony, I've just been catching up on posts in the forum - not been online much in the past few weeks and wanted to see how everyone was doing. :) Well done for an amazing loss in Week 1! :D If you are struggling with TS, then why not try moving to WS? You get to have 3 packs plus a low...
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    Holiday in 8 weeks - 2 stone to shed challenge (part two)

    Hi Girls, Just wanted to send a few short messages to you all! Looks like everyone is going very well! :) Gaynor - I'm so glad Exante is working for you. Stick with it and you will be at goal in no time at all! :D Imay - Good luck with your 1st week on Exante. I love the Exante products...
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    I haven't done this since 1997.....

    Wow, congratulations on the shorts and the compliment BL! :D I need to lose another stone or so before I feel comfortable in shorts in public! Although, I don't mind wearing skirts (not short skirts though!). You always seem to be wearing a new outifit every time I see your signature! And...
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    A mini update on me....

    Hey Kel, Glad things with your OH are back to normal now. :) Good luck with Lipotrim. It does sound hard though! I recently bought a 8 kg kettlebell as well. What weight did you buy? How are you finding it! It apparently burns 1,500 kcals per hour! And there is a lot of "after burn" as...
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    Hi Everyone

    Thanks Becky! :) Hopefully you will accumulate your own losses and be your own inspiration very soon! :D
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    Hi Everyone

    Oh Sarah! You can google "kettlebell" to find out more, but it is basically a bowling ball with a handle and it is a really good fat burner! You can do all sorts of exercises with it to work the whole body. It's supposed to burn 1,500 kcals per hour! I bought an 8kg one. Think it was about...
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    Hi Everyone

    I got the 8kg kettlebell, Gaynor! I thought this might be too heavy for me, but I think it's just right after trying it. The 4kg would have been too light. I think the ladies on the Biggest Loser use 12kg and 16kg kettlebells!!! I caught a glimpse of the weight on one of the shows! No wonder...
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    Hi Everyone

    Hi Everyone, Thanks for all your messages. Thought I would post a new thread to let everyone know how I am rather than reply individually. ;) I've got an exam coming up in June, so probably won't be spending much time online so please forgive me if I am not around as much as before...
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    My CD journey from start to finish

    Cheesie?! You mean "Chee Seen"?!! Haaa haaa haa!!! Yes, "chee seen" means crazy! People really called you a "Chee Seen Gwailo"?!! That's not very nice! But Hong Kongers are quite direct! They probably said it in Chinese, thinking you didn't understand...that's the "polite" side of them! :D...
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    My CD journey from start to finish

    Aww....that sounds lovely, Jim! HKG is a place which constantly changes though...depends how long ago you last went back! I don't know how many "old haunts" will get through the global recession! Ha ha ha! "Gwailo"! Do you know what that literally means?! It means "Ghost Person" literally. At...
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    Oh Dear...

    Thanks Gaynor! :D Yes, that's how I felt really which is why the icon next to the 2 lb loss is me banging my head against a brick wall! I didn't eat solid food for 6 days (ok, I had crisps and chocolate the night before weigh in which was silly) but I did expect to lose a bit more than 2 lbs...
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    Oh Dear...

    Hi Becky, You're so sweet to be thinking of me. :) Glad to hear that your job is safe. Sorry about the 10% pay cut, but at least you still have a job. It's a sign of the times, I'm afraid. :( I've been off the shakes for a few days. Trying to do a low kcal diet to get me through the...
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    My CD journey from start to finish

    Jim, I went back in Aug-98 and Dec-08 and it hasn't changed that much to be honest. Hong Kong still very much has it's own style. I think many Hong Kongers were afraid that China would start imposing rules on the HKG way of life, but it doesn't look like it. I stayed in a hotel in Tsim Sha...
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    My CD journey from start to finish

    Ha ha! You felt tall at 5ft 2"?! Imagine being 5ft 8" and over 14st! Not the typical slim Asian girl....well, not in Hong Kong anyway. Have you been back to HKG recently? I went back in Dec-08 to visit my family (have uncles, aunts and cousins over there). Where about's in HKG is your mum from...
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    Times article: Do VLCDs work and are they safe?

    Yay!!! You got it, Sharon! :D You look fab! What a difference! I love the new blonde hair colour! It really suits you! :)
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    Times article: Do VLCDs work and are they safe?

    Now Sharon, if I can figure out how to post pics on my signature...anyone can!!! Ha ha ha! :D I put the pics onto my Minimins album and then just copied and pasted them onto my signature! Not sure about re-sizing though cos I didn't have to re-size mine! Looking forward to seeing your pics! :)
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    Times article: Do VLCDs work and are they safe?

    Aww....how sweet....thanks Sharon! :D I still have over a stone to lose before I'll be happy to be honest. But I am really struggling at the moment! Hoping to get there one day...or at least have a BMI below 25! It's never been below 25! I look great?! Look at you!!! You've lost so much...
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    Times article: Do VLCDs work?

    Interesting article on VLCDs... Do 'very low calorie' milkshake diets work, and are they safe? - Times Online
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    Times article: Do VLCDs work and are they safe?

    Thanks Summerskye! That was an interesting read! :) Hope you don't mind me posting the link in the VLCD forum. :D
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    My CD journey from start to finish

    Me?!! Hee hee hee! I wouldn't use that word to describe myself! I still have at least 1 stone to lose until I am completely happy I think. Most girls in my family are very thin. Most live in Hong Kong...I don't know how they stay so thin cos the food over there is amazing!!! I bought a...
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    I love The Biggest Loser programme

    Hi Annie, Eunice had medical problems and so has to get them sorted before she can return. Miriam is holding her place for her at the moment!
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    I love The Biggest Loser programme

    Thought I was the only one, Gaynor! Ha ha ha!!! :drool:
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    I love The Biggest Loser programme

    That's why I avoid reading this thread until after I've watched the elimination show, Maz! Hee hee! :D I thought it was funny how competitive Mark got (more so than usual) when Jamie started training with Richard's team! There is clearly going to be a new rivalry in that team. Once Jamie...
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    Oh Dear...

    I lost 2 lbs, Gaynor. But in my head, I thought 2 lbs was a poor loss after a week of TFR! That's why I went through a "sod it, I'll eat a pizza" phase! I think we both need to draw a line under our sins...be it pizza or a crisp sandwich! And just move on really. There's nothing we can do...
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    Oh Dear...

    Thanks Becky. :) That's terrible news! I hope you are not affected. I think you should go on WS if you are feeling the need to eat food. At least then you won't feel as deprived. I hope it's good news for you when you go into that office. Fingers crossed. ;)
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    Side Effects from Exante?

    Thanks Gaynor! ;) Not sure if I am back in the losing loop yet! I ate a whole Dominos pizza today (yes, a whole one by myself). Starting WS tomorrow. I have an important exam coming up in June, so I don't know if it's cos I am worried about that. I just hope I don't gain weight between now...
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    Side Effects from Exante?

    Hi Gaynor, I did TS all last week and did not suffer any constipation and have never had any problems with the Exante products. Just make sure you drink at least 2 litres of water each day and I think you will be ok. Not sure if anyone else has had any problems with Exante? Hope your day...
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    Biggest Loser UK

    Hi MDD, I don't think they ever touched on the food part really. I think they should have cos it would have been interesting to see what the contestants are eating. How many kcals? What the mix of carbs, protein and fat is etc? But so far....nothing has been shown on the food department...
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    Packs arrived...whooo hoooo...we have lift off.

    Ha ha! I used to love the Atkins Chocolate Decadence bars, but I found out that eating too many of them caused a laxative effect. I don't buy them anymore...if they are not there, then I can't eat them! I don't know if the Atkins bars can be used for meal replacements. Is that how you are...
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    Packs arrived...whooo hoooo...we have lift off.

    Hi Gaynor, I think your question has been answered by everyone else! I just wanted to welcome you to the board! :D Good luck with Exante. Let us know your thoughts on the products and your progress! :) Have a great week ahead!
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    Weekly weigh in

    Hey Vix, My weigh in day is all over the show at the moment! Trying to decide whether to change it to Monday now! It used to be Fridays, but last week I changed it to Sunday cos the previous Friday and Saturday I was unbelievably bad with food so I started again on Sunday. Today (Sunday) I...
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    My CD journey from start to finish

    Hey Serena, Think I said this on your page, but just wanted to reply to this post and say well done! You look great! :) I know the advice is for CD, but some of those tips have helped me as well (I'm on Exante VLCD at the moment). :D
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    I love The Biggest Loser programme

    That would be a shame really. He's only 22 yrs old and already has the fitness of an old man. I don't think he is taking it as seriously as he should. He's a big guy and if he really worked at it, he should be pulling in really big numbers each week. I'm not saying 7 lbs is not a good loss...
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    Oh Dear...

    Thanks girls :) Becky - good luck with getting back on track this week. I seem to be doing the same thing. I'll stick to it for a few days (maybe even a week) and then I'll eat something I'm not supposed to...then the cycle begins again. I was bad today for lunch - had a Dominos pizza. But...
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    I'm overweight because.....

    Hi Me... I read your post with interest. My mum was nowhere near as extreme as yours, but I do remember moments in my childhood when she would tell me I'm fat etc and urge me to lose weight, which just made me eat more! I have no sisters, but all of my cousins are very thin. I can't believe...
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    I love The Biggest Loser programme

    Hey Taz, I agree with you about Jamie. I don't want to spoil this weeks shows for you if you haven't seen them, but there are some people who think he is faking his injuries. I'm not sure what I think about that. He's a big guy and maybe he is straining everything because he's not used to...
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    Weekly weigh in

    I weighed myself this morning despite being very silly and eating crisps and chocolate last night (not clever on TS). I lost 2 lbs, so I now weigh 11st 11 lbs which is pretty much what I weighed after my very 1st week of TS a few weeks ago! I'm such a yo-yo! But at least I haven't gained...
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    Exante Support Group - join us if you are on Exante VLCD

    Hi Em, Glad you are enjoying TS. I'm on TS this week and had a slight hiccup tonight (day before weigh in :( ) Being a chef must be the most difficult job to have if you're on a diet! That and professional food taster?! Well done for restraining yourself from picking. It must be really...
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    Hi All, am another newbie ;)

    Hi Emily, Welcome to Minimins! :) I have just seen your post on the Exante board - catch you there! :D
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    Oh Dear...

    It's the day before weigh in and I just ate crisps and chocolate. :copon: I know, I know! I managed to stick to TS for a week and then I fall at the last hurdle! I wonder how it will affect my weigh in tomorrow?! Do I even dare to step on the scales tomorrow?! I don't even know what...
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    I love The Biggest Loser programme

    I feel a bit sorry for Sadie as well. She's only young and obviously really wants to lose the weight. But sadly, I think her mum has dragged her down (like Angie has said). Fingers crossed for Carol and Katey! (Not only because they are fellow scousers!) Carol is so tough and I loved the way...
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    I love The Biggest Loser programme

    Wonder who will be evicted this week out of Green and Yellow?! I think the Yellow team will be going. I think Sadie has really tried, but Jennifer really got her food portions wrong and maybe the others will think that she is not dedicated enough to the program? I really like Carol - she's...
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    Before and after

    Wow! Well done, zpacey! You have done so well! So brave to pose in lingerie!
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    Exante Support Group - join us if you are on Exante VLCD

    Hi Lyn, Welcome to the exante board! :) Which solution are you doing? Let us know how you get on. :)
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    Weekly weigh in

    Sarah - Wow! That's fantastic, Sarah! Well done! That's really motivating news for all of us! Only 17 lbs to go to get to target....you're doing so well. :D NB - you're lighter than me now! And more importantly under that 12st barrier! Well done on your result this week. Have a great time at...
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    Hi Gina, Welcome to the Exante forum! :) Why do you have to start on Simple Solution? How tall are you? What is your BMI? On the Exante website, they say you can lose about 1 stone per month on TS. I have been going from TS to WS and back again recently, but I have stuck to TS this week so...
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    Aww...thanks NB! You spoke my mind! I really want to get to goal weight or size 10 - whichever one comes first really! You will get under 12st this week! ;)
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    Hi Vix, Yes, unfortunetely I think you need to have 50 or more posts to be able to see people's pics. Feel free to waste some of those posts on the Exante board! Maybe you could create a diary?! You will get over 50 posts in no time! :D
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    Hmm....you're on TS aren't you? I'm not sure how the chicken salad will affect your weigh in either. Hopefully it won't, but you never know. I know there is nothing naughty about a chicken salad, but it's still food and when you re-introduce food on an abstinence diet...the scales may go up. But...
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    Thanks Becky! :) I think I know why you couldn't view them before. You hadn't posted 50 posts so you didn't have the "privilege" to view pics! I still need to drop a few pounds. I'm still a size 14 (would love to be a size 10!). I may not feel the need to drop 20 lbs as originally planned...
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    Half my weight to lose!!

    Aww...I'm sure you will be able to do it, Emma! :) I think the most important thing is that you have made the concious decision to take action and actually do something about it. That's half the battle sometimes. I know I don't have as much weight to lose as yourself, but just wanted to...
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    Weekly weigh in

    Hey Becky, I think the weight gain is normal when you have been on food abstinence for a while and then you start eating food again. I don't think it is 5 lbs of fat you have gained. I'm sure it will come down as soon as your body gets used to the program you are doing. Weight gain happened...
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    Which are your favourite?

    Never thought I'd say this Sarah, but I actually quite like the tomato & basil soup now! I had quite a few of them left over from the promo packs I bought (I now buy what I like from Exante - not the promo packs) so I made myself drink them! I might even try the Vegetable soup - have got 3...
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    My 1st week on Exante

    Thansk Emmie Lou! :) I still want to lose a bit more. Maybe not the 20 lbs I originally thought...but I will see how I feel... Hope you're having a good day :)
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    TOday is the day for my sis

    I will be thinking of her today, BL. :) My mum had a masectomy on her left breast a few years ago. That was the start of a long journey with chemotherapy and radiotherapy following the op. Today she is doing all the things that she used to do. :)
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    Weekly weigh in

    Sorry to hear you're having a bad week, Becky. :( I agree with Sarah. Maybe you should go on WS so you can eat food in the evening. Then if you want to try TS again, you can start it when you are in the right frame of mind. I really think you need to be in the right frame of mind to do...
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    Exante Support Group - join us if you are on Exante VLCD

    48 lbs lost so you're obviously doing something right, Vanda! :D Hope you are enjoying the packs! I used to live on Diet Coke - couldn't get through the day without a 500ml bottle! But I hardly drink it nowadays. Think I've gotten used to drinking the "diet juice" (water!)
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    Question

    Thanks New Dawn! :D Actually I think I was heavier than 13st 5 lbs in that picture. I was probably about 13st 12 lbs or something like that. So the difference is about 27 lbs! Well done on losing 16 lbs! :)
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    Question

    Hi dietagain, You have the choice of whether you want them to weigh you or not. When I started CS, I got weighed each week and this really helped motivate me. :)
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    My Intro

    Hi Sulley, I'm not doing CD, but saw your post and wanted to reply. :) I think you should count that as a blessing in disguise. This girl can't have loved you as a person if she was willing to leave you once she "found confidence". There is more to a relationship than just what is on the...
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    My 1st week on Exante

    Becky - Think I have said "well done" for the weight loss in week 1, Becky! Keep it up and you will be at goal in no time! :D Hi Emmie Lou - Exante is basically a shakes, soups, bar diet (bit like CD). They have different solutions though. Total Solution is 3 or 4 packs per day and Working...
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    Weekly weigh in

    Well done, DM! :D That's an amazing loss for week 2 AND you got to eat food as well! I'm on TS at the moment - gonna weigh in on Sunday this week. But I might consider moving back to WS if I get bored of the liquid diet (which is probably soon)!
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    Update...

    Awww......really sorry to hear that, Kel. :( I don't know what to say....we are here if you need us. I hope things get better for you soon. :)
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    Exante Support Group - join us if you are on Exante VLCD

    Good luck, Vanda! :) I take it this means you have stopped "faffing" now?! :D
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    Help needed - bmi info appearing wrong!!

    Hi Queenaiysh, Welcome to Minimins. :) You need to put your height down in inches (1 ft = 12 inches). Hope that helps. :D
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    Ohh...I was wondering why you wanted to see my album, Becky! I'm obviously having a blonde moment as well (even though I am clearly not blonde - but should be!). The only photos on there are the 2 photos you can see on my signature. Are you on Facebook? If so, I am on there and have some...
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    My photos should be in my photo album, Becky: http://www.minimins.com/members/16386-mathswiz-albums.html Awww nooo....why are you having a bad week?
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    Me too! It was easy actually though. You just upload the photos onto your album on Minimins and then copy and paste the pictures onto your signature. Mine just stayed side by side, so I didn't even have to do any adjusting! That's good cos I wouldn't know how to anyway! :D Looking forward...
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    You can do it, dreamingmaid! :) When you get 1/2 way, promise us you will upload some photos too! That will motivate you to keep going! :D
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    Thanks dreamingmaid! :D I am proud that I managed to stick to something for this long! Even though I have had my blips along the way, I have managed to lose weight and keep it off this time. You're doing really well too! Keep it up and you will be half way there in no time. And before you...
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    Thanks Sarah and dreamingmaid! :thankyou: My BMI is still over 25 though. :( I have set my goal at 10st 7 lbs, but I might be happy at 11st or 11st 7 lbs. I won't be sure yet until I get there. But I won't over-do it, promise! :D
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    newbie

    Hi Vix, I am on Exante TS at the moment. The first few days are hard as your body gets used to a lower carb intake and goes into ketosis. I'm not sure if skimmed milk is allowed on TS. I think Sarah might know. I think it has sugar in it, doesn't it? What you lose on a weekly basis depends...
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    I know what you mean, Kel! I get to that point as well! Sick of being on a liquid diet! But I like that fact that when I stick to it, the weight does come off. Hang in there, hun! Eat some healthy solid food for a few days and then get back onto the diet when you're in the right frame of mind...
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    Aww....noooo! Well done for getting into the 13's, but you can't let men get in your way, Kel! Men....more trouble than they are worth! Ha ha ha! Seriously, you've done so well so far....get back on track and carry on being a loser! :D
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    He he he! Thanks, you're such a sweetheart! :) Exante is going well. Managed to stick to it yesterday and today. Hopefully this trend will continue for the rest of the week and I will lose some weight this week. :D How's your Avidlite / low carb diet going?
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    Awww.....thanks Kel! You're so sweet! :) I've got a belly though! I want to lose some inches on my waist. Also need to tone up the top of my thighs. Still some work to do! :D
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    Omg...have I done it wrong?!! He he he! Can you see them now, Kel? I've changed the privacy status on them.
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    "Before" and "Half Way There" Photos

    Finally uploaded "before" and "half way there" photos onto my signature. :) I actually never wanted to show my "before" photo to anyone, but I'm not that bothered now! ;) Don't think I was at my heaviest in the "before" photo. I was probably about 13st 10 lbs in that photo. My heaviest...
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    My Exante TS Diary

    No worries, Becky. :) I feel the same way - it's nice to have support from others who are going through the same thing. I'm having a Banana shake now for my lunch. :D Today is going well. Although I have drank 3 small cups of cappaccinos (sp?) but without sugar. Trying hard to drink at...
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    My Exante TS Diary

    Thanks dreamingmaid. :) Are you on WS now? Hope you're enjoying the diet plan. :D
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    My Exante TS Diary

    Aww....sorry to hear you're feeling tired, Becky. Have you managed at least 8 hours sleep per day in the past week? If you're having trouble sleeping at night, this could be causing your tiredness during the day. As long as you keep your food to low carb foods, this should be ok (I think)...
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    My Exante TS Diary

    Thanks Sarah. :) Back to business today. It's nearly 5pm and I have had 3 packs already. 1 more mushroom soup to go and that is Day 1 over with! :D I have to work out a routine for work that I can stick to. Think I am in the office all this week so I need to really stick to it....
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    My Exante TS Diary

    Thanks Becky. :) Nothing else we can do except wait... I have started TS today and am motivated to get through this week! Gonna have my 4 packs and strictly nothing else. I think it was the fruit that prevented ketosis last time. We'll see what happens this week...good luck with week 2. You're...
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    My Exante TS Diary

    Glad to hear she is ok. :) She will be ok with your love and support. :) The whole experience is tough to get through. The worst bit for me was seeing the changes in my mum when she was going through chemotherapy...looking back I'm not sure how we got through it, but she is fine now. She is...
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    My Exante TS Diary

    Thanks Kel...you are so sweet. :) We just have to wait and pray....nothing else we can do really. Hope your mum is doing well. If you need anything, feel free to PM me. :)
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    Lost hope

    Lostintime - welcome to Minimins! You mention that you're not hungry when you eat, so there are obviously some emotional factors that are causing you to eat. You will need to find out what these are and address them. Get to the route of the problem, otherwise it will always be there. All diets...
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    My Exante TS Diary

    Losing 1 stone in 2 weeks will be an absolutely amazing result, Becky! :D I'm sure you will be able to achieve this. :) I had a really bad day today. Had some bad news. My cousin told me that she found a lump on her neck and her doctor said there was 80% that is was cancerous. :cry: She is...
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    My Exante TS Diary

    Thanks NB and Becky! :D NB - well done for getting back on track after taking time off. I know how difficult that can be sometimes. Good luck with this week's weigh in. :) Becky - you're right! I'm gonna get all that stuff out of my system and start TS today - doing it properly! I know, I...
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    Weekly weigh in

    OMG Becky! That is amazing! :D I'm so happy for you! I will be joining you on TS again this week and not eat fruit! ie: doing it properly! Hopefully I will lose more than 1 pound this week!
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    My Exante TS Diary

    Thanks NB! Never thought of it that way before. :D You're right! Tomorrow is a new day and I have my packs ready to start afresh. :) On another note, well done you! :D Looks like you are pulling in some great losses!
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    My Exante TS Diary

    Hi Becky, I'm not too happy today. :cry: I lost 1 pound! One measly pound! I couldn't believe it! Ok, I am now 11st 13 lbs so back into the 11's, but I haven't eaten proper food for 6 days! And all for what?! 1 pound!!! I was so disappointed with myself that I went on what can only be...
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    My Exante TS Diary

    Becky, if you watch Monday's show then brace yourself. Half of it is the elimination! They REALLY drag it out! I was sitting there thinking "Oh God, get it over with!!" And they make the 2 couples plead to be kept in. It was painful...so humiliating.... Sorry to hear the dizziness is back...
  102. M

    My Exante TS Diary

    Day 4 went well yesterday. Work was so busy I didn't really have time to think about food. Day 5 today is going well too. I might weigh in tomorrow. Think I have lost weight...not sure how much though. Becky - I taped My Big Fat Wedding too but not had a chance to watch it yet. I've also taped...
  103. M

    My Exante TS Diary

    Day 4 - Tuesday 4th May 2009 Menu for today looked like this: Breakfast (9am): 1 x Celebrity Slim Choc Fudge bar Lunch (12pm): 1 x Exante Vanilla Shake Snack (3pm): 1 x Exante Banana Shake Dinner (6pm): 1 x Exante Tomato Soup Snack: Fruit (some pieces of apple) Today was ok. Getting a...
  104. M

    My Exante TS Diary

    Sorry to hear you're struggling today, Becky. :( I think if you are really struggling, you should move up to 4 packs per day. I honestly feel better on 4 packs per day than when I was on 3 packs per day. I don't watch adverts! I change the channel to the news or something! Cos I know if...
  105. M

    My Exante TS Diary

    Day 3 - Monday 4th May 2009 Menu for Day 3: Breakfast (9am): 1 x Celebrity Slim Choc Fudge bar Lunch (12pm): 1 x Exante Strawberry Shake Snack (3pm): 1 x Exante Chocolate Shake Dinner (6pm): 1 x Exante Tomato Soup Snack: Fruit (some pieces of apple) I took Sarah's advice and cut out...
  106. M

    Exante Diet in the Work Place?

    Hi Girls, I was wondering how you all cope on the Exante diet in the work place. Do you feel embarassed when making up your shakes? I'm an accountant so I work in an office most of the time. Sometimes I get to work at home, which is useful for the diet. :) When I am in the office, I...
  107. M

    My Exante TS Diary

    As you know, Becky, I am also a 9 to 5-er and I sit on my a$$ all day! I'm not a big fan of my hips and thighs either! You're right! You can't give up in the first week! And you won't! Just keep thinking of the weight you will lose on Saturday. That sweet sweet moment when you see those scales...
  108. M

    My Exante TS Diary

    Thanks for the info on the bars, Sarah. I think the main reason why I don't get them is because....shhhhh.....I tend to eat more than one if they are lying there in my room! They are lovely and I love biting into the crispies and the raisins etc! So I've decided not to get them anymore - too...
  109. M

    It wasnt the bars so full steam ahead!

    Hi Vanda! Glad to hear it wasn't the bars which caused your stomach problems. :) I thought you were doing LL? Or are you just doing the CBT on LL? I have re-started Total Solution on 4 packs per day. It's definitely a lot easier than 3 packs a day, which I tried previously. TS or WS? I...
  110. M

    1st day

    Hey Becky, You can use Ketostix to test if you're in ketosis. These are sticks that you, erm, pee on! If the stick turns pink, then you are in ketosis. If it turns a very dark pink colour, then this usually indicates that your body is dehydrated. You can buy these Ketostix in pharmacies or I...
  111. M

    My Exante TS Diary

    Hi Becky, I work in an office as well. I'm an accountant. Exciting, I know! Ha ha! Sorry to hear that there have been changes in your workplace, but I guess that is happening in a lot of places nowadays. Hopefully things will improve soon. :) I think the shakes and soups have at most about...
  112. M

    Feeling rotten.....still UPDATE, I'M BACK!!

    Omg, dreamingmaid! Well done for losing 11 lbs in your 1st week! Makes it all worthwhile, doesn't it?! Have a great 2nd week! :D
  113. M

    My Exante TS Diary

    Day 3 - Monday 4th May 2009 Day 3 today. Feeling optimistic again. It's Bank Holiday Monday so I don't need to go to work which is good! :) So far, I've had a CS bar and an Exante Strawberry shake. Planning to have a Chocolate Shake and a Tomato & Basil soup later on. Sarah - thanks for...
  114. M

    My Exante TS Diary

    Day 2 - Sunday 3rd May 2009 My food diary looked like this: Breakfast (9am): 1 x Celebrity Slim Choc Fudge bar Lunch (12pm): 1 x Exante Vanilla Shake Snack (3pm): 1 x Exante Banana Shake Dinner (6pm): 1 x Exante Thai Chicken Soup Snack: Fruit (some pieces of apple and orange) Snacks: 2...
  115. M

    1st day

    Hi Becky, I think I said this in my one of my other replies to you. The headaches are probably due to your new lower carb diet. This is one of the signs that your body is going into ketosis. Ketosis is good because this means your body is burning fat. :D Good luck with doing 3 packs. But...
  116. M

    My Exante TS Diary

    Hi Becky, I am hoping to have a great week this week! And I have a feeling that you will be joining me! :D Your headache might be a sign that your body is going into ketosis (burning fat). You may also experience bad breath and your hands and feet may feel cold. These are also signs of the...
  117. M

    My Exante TS Diary

    Day 1 - Saturday 2nd May 2009 I decided to re-start Exante TS because I have been struggling to lose weight over the last 2 weeks. :( I don't know why but when I get to the 12st mark, it's like I have psychologically given up. It's like I'm satisfied now that I look fairly acceptable. But I...
  118. M

    1st day

    Hi Becky, How did Day 1 go? Are you taking 3 packs or 4 packs per day? I tried Total Solution once before and did 3 packs. I must admit I found that very difficult. I think there is a rule on CD (Cambridge Diet) that if you are 5ft 8" or taller you should take 4 packs per day. I re-started...
  119. M

    1st day

    Good luck, Becky! :) I re-started TS today on 4 packs. Hopefully the weight will be dropping off both of us soon! :D
  120. M

    Weekly weigh in

    Well done, NB! :D I re-started TS today. I am doing 4 packs a day. Not sure if I will be able to do it...I did find 3 packs difficult last time. I'm gonna give it a go anyway.... I just want to get to goal....struggling a bit at the moment....
  121. M

    Feeling rotten.....still UPDATE, I'M BACK!!

    Sorry to hear that you're not feeling well, dreamingmaid. :( You're right. Health is more important. Get that sorted out and then think about the weight loss. I am trying TS again (starting today). I'm doing 4 packs this time around. I did 3 packs last time and felt horrible. So I am hoping...
  122. M

    Positive thinking!

    Good luck. Crystalseacat! :D I am also doing Working Solution and I love it! I love being able to eat food in the evenings! I don't know if it is allowed or not on Exante, but I have fruit every day. Apples, oranges, pears etc. Not high sugar fruits like pineapple and kiwi fruit. I did the...
  123. M

    Weekly weigh in

    Thanks Sarah. :) I always seem to hover above BMI 25 and never quite get under 25! Hopefully this time will be different! :D
  124. M

    Weekly weigh in

    Well done, Sarah! That is amazing! :D I am trying to up the exercise this week. Didn't stick to it 100% over the weekend, so trying to be good now.... My life story...always trying to catch up!
  125. M

    Hey! Anyone help me out?

    Hi PFP, I did Celebrity Slim for 9 weeks and had a net weight loss of 15 lbs. I had about 3 stone to lose when I first started my diet, so about the same as you. I think if you don't have that much weight to lose, you will have a good loss on CS in the first week but after that it will...
  126. M

    How are we doing today?

    Dreamingmaid - I must confess! Day 2 was difficult for me. :( I had 2 Atkins bars and 2 Exante bars AND a hot chocolate on top of my 3 packs and low carb meal! But trying to forget about it and have a good Day 3. Sarah - You're doing so well! Well done for not giving in to the carb temptation...
  127. M

    Weekly weigh in

    That's amazing NB! :D Are you doing Total Solution? How have you found it? I have to admit...I found TS difficult so switched to WS. Have a good weekend ;)
  128. M

    How are we doing today?

    Thanks NB! :D Yes, we will get under 12st! :character00115: When I get down to 11st 7 lbs, I am getting a facial booked!!! (Notice I said "when"!! He he he!!)
  129. M

    How are we doing today?

    Well done for losing 3.5 lbs, dreamingmaid! :) I am getting back to business today. My menu so far has looked like this: Breakfast: Myoplex Carb Sense Bar (1.4 net carbs ) Lunch: Exante chocolate shake Snack: Exante strawberry shake I am planning to have a low carb meal and some fruit...
  130. M

    Lost It...

    Thanks dreamingmaid. :) You're right! I would never let anyone else call me those names, so I shouldn't call myself them! I think it's a great idea to be diet buds! I will probably start a new thread tomorrow and we can both post our progress in it. I'm going back on Working Solution...
  131. M

    Lost It...

    That helps a lot, Sarah. Thank you! :) I need to read up on emotional eating. I wish I could get to where you are. I thought I was "there" at one point during my 11 weeks, but obviously I wasn't fully re-educated! Gonna put things behind me and just start afresh tomorrow. Thanks for all...
  132. M

    Lost It...

    Thanks for your reply, Aaron. :) I certainly did break my diet in style. I have been doing the same thing recently. I got to sleep at like 9pm to stop myself from eating more food! You look like you're doing really well. I'm also really happy with how my body image is improving which is...
  133. M

    Lost It...

    Omg Vanda, you really sound like me! :( You know what I ended up doing tonight? I sneaked into the kitchen and brought a bowl upstairs to my room. I locked the door and poured my Thai Sweet Chilli crisps into the bowl. It was like my own secret love affair or something. Ate the whole pack...
  134. M

    Lost It...

    I totally lost it today! :cry: It was only a matter of time really. One of my friends mentioned he ate a chocolate muffin a few days ago. All I could think of last night was how good a chocolate muffin would taste! So this morning, I woke up at 7am and drove to Tesco to get a chocolate...
  135. M

    Glenn Harrold - Lose Weight Now

    Thanks DQ! :) I'll let you know how it goes!
  136. M

    New Starter

    Hi Vanda, Another CS defect! Ha ha ha! :D Sorry to hear the depot is so far away. Could you not get them to deliver it to work or somewhere more convenient for you? And order a few weeks worth so that you don't need to deal with too many deliveries? I was on CS for 9 weeks. I enjoyed the...
  137. M

    WAKE UP CALL!!! What I have learned in the process of stress

    Thanks BL! You're a star! :) I am 12st now. I don't know why but I can't seem to get my head into believing that. Every time I get to 12st (actually there has only been one time before this!), I panic! God knows why! And the panic causes me to lose it! And I just eat cos I don't know what...
  138. M

    Damn it! Ate too much!

    Looks like we have the same about of weight to lose (about 20 lbs) to get to goal, Flumpy! This dieting thing is so difficult..... One minute I feel really motivated like nothing's gonna stop me (cue 80's song!), but the next minute my willpower will be low and I'd want to eat everything...
  139. M

    Glenn Harrold - Lose Weight Now

    Hi....Stupid?! :confused: You sound like me....foodaholic and shopaholic rolled into one! I'm gonna see if this hypnotherapy thing works!
  140. M

    Glenn Harrold - Lose Weight Now

    I'm hoping it works for you, DQ! :D I've ordered the Glenn Harrold and Paul McKenna CDs now. Can't wait to be hypnotised! :)
  141. M

    Glenn Harrold - Lose Weight Now

    Hi Abz, I bought the Glenn Harrold "Lose Weight Now" CD and I saw the Paul McKenna "I can make you thin" book and CD so I bought those as well! I'm gonna road test them both and see how I go really. I need some help getting to sleep too, so if it can do that then I'll be happy! He he!
  142. M

    Glenn Harrold - Lose Weight Now

    Hi All, Just wondering if anyone has bought this CD or any other hypnotherapy audio CDs for losing weight. I was thinking about buying a hypnotherapy CD to aid my weight loss, but not sure if they work! If you have tried hypnotherapy at all, I'd love to hear about your experience. Thanks!
  143. M

    WAKE UP CALL!!! What I have learned in the process of stress

    Thanks for posting this message, BL. :) I am really struggling at the moment and this had really helped me. Don't know why but my motivation cap seems to have fallen off in the last few days. :( You're right! You have achieved so much - a few pounds is nothing. Your weight will be back...
  144. M

    When unhealthy foods hijack overeaters' brains

    Thanks for posting the article, Jim. I think this describes me right now :(
  145. M

    Damn it! Ate too much!

    Sadly I can't even blame this on TOTM! I think it's a psychological thing, not a physical thing. I'm not physically hungry but I really feel like eating. It's strange! I'm gonna take a few days out to clear my head and then hopefully re-ignite my motivation on Friday!
  146. M

    Damn it! Ate too much!

    Didn't go very well yesterday, Sarah. :( I don't know what was wrong with me. I just REALLY wanted to eat! Luckily there was nothing around apart from Atkins and Exante bars. I did have one of each. :cry: Then I am ashamed to say that I actually thought about driving to the supermarket to...
  147. M

    Damn it! Ate too much!

    You also have a psychological weight barrier?! Glad to know that I am not the only one. I don't know why this happens. I get near 12st (even reach it)...I am there for about 5 minutes and then gain again! Guess I will have to try my damned hardest not to fall back into that lose / gain cycle.
  148. M

    Weekly weigh in

    Wow Sarah! You're doing really well! :D I feel like I am in limbo at the moment. But today is going well actually....I'm hoping to have 4 good days before I weigh in on Friday! Keep up the good work! :)
  149. M

    Damn it! Ate too much!

    I bet you're all sick of hearing me say that I've eaten too much! I'm sick of writing about it! Grrrrr! I don't know what is wrong with me today. It's not TOTM. Nothing has happened to me to make me want to eat. I just WANT to! I stuck to the plan until after my evening meal. I normally don't...
  150. M

    Congratulations Sarah_P - Exante Consultant!

    Congratulations Sarah! :D Are you going to have your own Exante website as a consultant? I bet you're excited about the launch! I'm sure you will have many mentees banging on your door! :)
  151. M

    I failed - I just can't do Total Solution!

    Overate this weekend, Sarah! :( I haven't had any wild binges or anything. Just the odd Atkins bar too much here and there. I'm now eating an Exante bar cos I really want something sweet! But this is over and above my quota for the day. I have been struggling a bit this weekend. I'll be back...
  152. M

    I weighed myself today :(

    Awww.....I hear your pain, dreamingmaid! Actually you're in a better position than me. At least you know what it's like to be at goal! In the past, I'd get to about 12st and then give up. I'd never get anywhere near goal. Not this time! I'm determined to go all the way! And stay there! :D...
  153. M

    I weighed myself today :(

    Hi dreamingmaid, I can't believe you ordered 8 batches of the promo packs! That's commitment for you I guess! He he he! :D I have never done CD before, but from what I gather Exante is a lot like CD except you have the option not to see a counsellor on Exante. You can just order the packs...
  154. M

    Is CD taking over your life?

    Hi Mia, I'm not doing CD, but can relate to the dieting taking over your life part. :( I started dieting (this time round!) at the end of Jan 2009 and I just decided to put everything on hold until I got a good weight loss result behind me. I convinced myself that once I saw some results...
  155. M

    Week 4 weigh in

    Well done, Rae! :D I was on CS for 9 weeks and have come off it in favour of a low carb diet. CS is a great diet and it helped educate me about carbs and eating "little and often" etc. Now that I've learned what works for me, I can do it without the CS products to be honest. Good luck with...
  156. M

    Weekly weigh in

    Wow, that's amazing! Well done, Naturalblue! :) Keep going! :D
  157. M

    Gained!

    Thanks Natural Blue :) Guess we all have to take the good with the bad. Good luck for your weigh in on Saturday!
  158. M

    hi everyone

    Hi Weezy, Well done on losing 3st 2 lbs so far! That is amazing! :D Good luck on your weight loss journey!
  159. M

    Gained!

    I was thinking about this the other day Flumpy. If I am not losing weight (or trying to lose weight!), I am gaining weight. I need to get myself out of this mentality of lose or gain. Be on a diet or eat everything in sight. It's not healthy. I have done 11 weeks of dieting and have a net loss...
  160. M

    Gained!

    Thanks Hunca! :) I'm ok. I am seeing it as a 4 lbs loss over 2 weeks rather than 6.5 lb loss in week 1 and 2.5 lb gain in week 2! Glad you like the banana shake! I think all the shakes taste ok. The mushroom and thai chicken soups are gorgeous! Glad to see Day 1 is going well for you...
  161. M

    Help me

    Hi grootseun2, From reading your message, you sound very depressed. :( The one good thing I took from your message is that you have managed to maintain your current weight for about a year now. That is a very positive thing and you should be proud of that! :D You have obviously gotten to...
  162. M

    Gained!

    I gained 2.5 lbs this week! :cry: I think I know why though. I didn't really deserve to lose weight this week. I had a carb binge on Day 1, spent Days 2-5 struggling with TS (cheated with Atkins bars most days) and then introduced food on Days 6 & 7! How can my body not get confused by all...
  163. M

    Day 1

    Sounds like you got it all planned, Hunca! :D Good luck on your 1st day!
  164. M

    Hi Everyone!

    Good luck, Dawna! :) There are plenty of diets mentioned on this site. If you spend a little bit of time reading the forums, I'm sure you will find a diet that will fit in with your lifestyle and desired speed of weight loss.
  165. M

    Anyone starting SS today?

    Good luck, Sarah! :)
  166. M

    New Starter

    Hi GotTheTShirt, Welcome to the Exante forum! :) Well done on losing the 30 lbs on LT. You've done it before so you know that you can do it again. I have never tried CD products so can't compare to Exante, but the Exante products taste really nice. Remember that they do not contain any...
  167. M

    I failed - I just can't do Total Solution!

    Thanks Jim! :) I was surprised I managed to eat nothing but 1 bar, 1 shake and 1 soup each day for 10 days. Can't believe I lasted that long! I liked the big weight loss in the 1st week, but don't think I could do it again! Definitely sticking to having a low carb meal in the evening! :D...
  168. M

    Facing reality!

    Good luck, Rainbowbrite! :) Everyone who has replied is right. You have made the first step and are fully motivated to change your life. So there is nothing stopping you now. Good luck! Keep us posted on your progress! :) Love Lisa
  169. M

    I failed - I just can't do Total Solution!

    Hey Flumpy, I did Working Solution yesterday and I tested for ketosis this morning and I am still in ketosis! :D I had some grilled sea bass (actually pan fried in a little bit of olive oil) with a few drops of soy sauce and broccoli on the side. It was nice and crispy! I'm like Sarah. I...
  170. M

    Which are your favourite?

    Btw, I had grilled sea bass with broccoli and choi sum on the side tonight. Felt like heaven! :D He he he! Food, glorious food!!! :)
  171. M

    Which are your favourite?

    Hey Sarah, I like all the shake flavours, but feel the vanilla one is a bit bland (but still ok to drink). I LOVE the mushroom and thai chicken soups. The tomato soup is ok - I'd have it if I want a change from the mushroom and thai chicken. I haven't tried the vegetable soup yet cos I'm not...
  172. M

    I failed - I just can't do Total Solution!

    Omg Sarah, that is amazing! :D You really have inspired me now! I can eat food AND lose weight!!! Ha ha ha! If I aim to lose 2 lbs per week, I will be able to get to goal in about 9 weeks which is not a long time really. That is....if I haven't gained anything this week! The joys of...
  173. M

    I failed - I just can't do Total Solution!

    Thanks Sarah! :) I think Working Solution is probably better for me. It's similar to my Celebrity Slim diet. I am gonna use the Exante products though cos I like the fact that they do not have additives in them. I only did Total Solution for about 10 days. I can't describe the feeling, but...
  174. M

    I failed - I just can't do Total Solution!

    Omg....how I miss pizza!!! :drool: But I must not succumb!! I haven't written on my blog for a few days now. Need to start writing it again. It does make me feel better... When is your weigh in day, Flumpy? You're right! We WILL do this!!! :D
  175. M

    Yet another diet.

    Hey Kathleen, I just posted a message on the Exante forum saying that I've failed cos I couldn't keep to the 3 packs per day! :( I am going to have 3 packs per day plus a low carb meal now. I just missed food too much when I did the sole source thing! I think you just have to find a diet...
  176. M

    I failed - I just can't do Total Solution!

    Thanks Kel! :) Today has made me think about how fragile relationships are. One fall out and it's all over. I'm definitely going to keep going until I get to goal! So will you! We'll get there eventually! Love Lisa :)
  177. M

    I failed - I just can't do Total Solution!

    Thanks Flumpy! I thought we were already diet buddies! :D I'm sorry to hear that you're finding TS hard as well, but I am relieved to hear that it's not just me who find it's a struggle! :) I know you can have 4 packs on TS. I tried that as well. I think I just missed eating food! So the...
  178. M

    I failed - I just can't do Total Solution!

    As the title of this post says, I failed! I tried to stick to Total Solution this week and managed it for one day. One other days, I ate one or two Atkins bars. The thing is I don't know whether I was physically hungry (my stomach wasn't rumbling) or whether my brain was telling me that I...
  179. M

    Hello is there anybody out there??????

    Good luck, Natural Blue and Hunca! :D
  180. M

    Hi - new and need support!!

    Hi Rolo, Welcome to Minimins! :) Have you decided what diet to do?
  181. M

    Congratulations Sarah_P - Exante Consultant!

    I want to congratulate Sarah_P on becoming an Exante consultant! Well done, Sarah! :happy096: I also want to thank her for all of the advice, support and inspiration she has provided me since I started Exante. She has lost an amazing 4 stones herself so far! :D I still have about 25 lbs to...
  182. M

    Thinking about starting Exante

    Hey Hunca, I think Sarah is busy today with Easter celebrations, so hope you don't mind if I reply! :) Yes, you can order as much as you like from the Exante website and you do not have to see a consultant if you don't want to. I am doing Exante Total Solution at the moment and I am having...
  183. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    Today is: Week 11 (Day 74) of the dieting journey Week 2 (Day 4) of Exante TS I started off well today, but due to boredom I ate 2 Atkins Advantage bars! :( Hopefully these won't knock me out of ketosis. They are 2.1g net carbs each so not too bad. I am going to try my best to stick to my 3...
  184. M

    Yet another diet.

    Hey Kathleen, Well done on losing a stone on CS! :) Good luck on Scottish Slimmers. Hope it's going well. I know what you mean about CS being an anti-social diet. I haven't been very sociable since I started dieting this year. :( I lost 15 lbs on CS and am now doing Exante. Hoping to...
  185. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    Hi Emma-Jane, Can you give us more info on your current stats please? Starting weight? Height? Goal weight? Have you been to the Exante website and read about the different solutions? If so, what solution are you planning on doing? Please give us an idea of questions you have around Exante...
  186. M

    Introduction post

    Welcome to Minimins and good luck on your weight loss journey D2B! :) As Irene said, there are many others within the SW section like yourself. I'm sure they will offer all the support and encouragement you will need on this journey. :D
  187. M

    Weekly weigh in

    Well done, Sarah! You will be at your first target in no time! :D I am happy to report that I am in ketosis again today, so back to business! :) Enjoy your Easter Monday! Love Lisa
  188. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    Today is: Week 11 (Day 73) of the dieting journey Week 2 (Day 3) of Exante TS I took Day 1 off this week. I went straight back onto Exante TS yesterday (Day 2) as I had promised myself. I tested myself for ketosis this morning and nothing yet. I am hoping it will kick in tomorrow morning. I'm...
  189. M

    Am I falling at the first hurdle? :(

    Hi Miniminx, I don't mind you asking at all. :) I have lost just over 21 lbs so far have just finished Week 11 of my dieting journey. For the first 9 weeks, I did the Celebrity Slim diet which is a low carb diet and uses shakes / bars / soups etc. I lost 15 lbs in 9 weeks. I was never hungry...
  190. M

    Am I falling at the first hurdle? :(

    It's difficult Miniminx. Some people fight the battle all their lives and never quite win it. It depends on how determined you are. If you are determined, then re-ignite your motivation each day and you will find it easier as soon as you see some results. :) I've had enough of stopping and...
  191. M

    We can do it!

    Hi Moggy, I just posted a comment on your latest blog. :) Well done for sticking to the diet on your night out. It's not an easy thing to do! Good luck with your weight loss journey! Love Lisa
  192. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    That's excellent! Good luck with them, Kel! Let me know how you get on! :D
  193. M

    Weekly weigh in

    Good luck for Tuesday Flumpy! Let us know how you get on! I'm sure you will do brilliantly! :D
  194. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    Thanks Kel! I'm definitely going to stick to it now that I know it works for me! :D Are you any closer to finding a cheaper alternative to CS? Enjoy the long weekend! :) Love Lisa
  195. M

    Am I falling at the first hurdle? :(

    When I first started dieting back in late Jan 2009, I decided to try to steer clear of "food" situations for a while until I lost some weight. The weight loss will motivate you to keep going. I know it's not very sociable, but if you find it difficult coping while others around you are eating...
  196. M

    Am I falling at the first hurdle? :(

    Hi MiniMinx, Can I ask what diet you are doing? Motivation is an odd thing really. I have found that you really need to get your head together before you embark on the mission of losing weight. Have you got a holiday coming up? Any special occassions? Parties? Any old photos that you hate? You...
  197. M

    totally new

    Hi Rie, Welcome to Minimins! :) Good luck on CD! I believe there is plenty of support in the CD forum if you ever need anything. :D Enjoy your weekend!
  198. M

    Newby from Herts

    Hi Debs, Welcome to Minimins! :) Good luck 2nd time around on CD! Stay motivated and I am sure you will reach your goal! Keep your eye on the prize!!! :D Love Lisa
  199. M

    Weekly weigh in

    Thanks Flumpy! :D I know! My BMI is 25.1 now! Not long to go until I achieve "normal" weight status! How is your Total Solution week going? When is weigh day for you? I'm taking today off dieting, but will get back onto it tomorrow! Enjoy your long weekend! :D Love Lisa
  200. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    As posted on the "weekly weigh in" thread, I am happy to announce that I have lost 6.5 lbs after Week 1 of Exante Total Solution!!! :bliss: I'm so happy, I could cry!!! I am 11st 11.5 lbs now. I have NEVER been 11stone something before! This is truly an amazing moment! I have decided to...
  201. M

    Weekly weigh in

    I can't believe it! :D I have lost 6.5 lbs after my 1st week of Exante Total Solution!!! :bliss: Exante is amazing!!!
  202. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    Thanks Flumpy! You're a star! :thankyou: I'll let you know the result tomorrow!!! So worried, yet a bit excited as well! :)
  203. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    Thanks for being there for me, Sarah! :) It's past 9pm and I am still working! Trying to get year end accounts sorted...... I dunno. Having these 3 bars have dented my confidence in tomorrow's weigh in! I feel so stupid! Like I've wrecked everything! :( Oh well....will let you...
  204. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    Hi Girls, Work has been so stressful today that I ate not 1, not 2, but 3 (yes 3!) Atkins bars!!! :( I'm hoping that it won't affect my weigh in tomorrow since I have stuck to Exante TS for the whole week apart from today! Drats!!!! My friend recently had a miscarriage and lost her baby...
  205. M

    Weekly weigh in

    I am based in Liverpool, Sarah. Do you need to have lost a significant amount of weight using their products to qualify? What are the qualifications required?! :D
  206. M

    Why being fat harms a woman's career (but not a man's)

    You find the most interesting articles, Jim! :) Do you think it has anything to do with a lack of confidence among larger women? I know when I was at my biggest, the last thing I wanted to do was present a report in front of a group of people etc. I guess this is the world we live in where...
  207. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    FINALLY!!! Today is Day 7! I made it to Day 7! :D Tomorrow is weigh-in day. I am confident I will lose weight - just a question of how much really. I am hoping for a nice big number that will reflect my efforts this week! I also had an evil thought last night! If I lost a lot of weight...
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    Weekly weigh in

    Hey Flumpy, How long have you been doing Total Solution for? I know you've just reached a BMI of under 25....I wasn't sure whether or not to stay on TS after I get under a BMI of 25...everyone was saying it wasn't a good idea.... Let me know how you get on :) Love Lisa
  209. M

    Weekly weigh in

    Omg! Well done, Sarah! I know you will be a great counsellor! Are you doing this alongside your full time job? How exciting! :D I'd love to become a weight loss counsellor....guess I need to lose the weight first though!!
  210. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    Thanks Sarah - your support really means a lot to me. :thankyou: I am finding it a lot easier than I thought! Maybe because ketosis has kicked in so I don't feel hungry? I've been drinking at least 10 glasses of water as well so that might help too. It's all going well and I feel slimmer...
  211. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    Thanks for replying, Sherby. :) I think there are about 10g of carbs in the shakes, soups are similar but bars have about 24g of carbs. Not sure if fruit is allowed, but I guess I will find out on Friday when I weigh in! I hope not cos I have really tried to stick to Exante otherwise! How...
  212. M

    I found my wedding dress

    Wow! I love the first one, Kel! :) The 2nd one looks a little too plain. When are you getting married?! Congratulations! :D
  213. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    It is nearly 2pm and Day 5 today! I seriously can't believe I have made it this far on Exante Total Solution! My one fear was losing 15 lbs and then losing my willpower on Exante Total Solution...then gaining all the weight back again. It doesn't take much to break my willpower...but I have been...
  214. M

    Why am I so bloated!!??

    A loss is better than a gain or staying the same, Flumpy! :) Well done on losing 2 lbs this week! :D I can't wait to get on the scales on Friday! But I'm a little skeptical cos I don't wanna raise my hopes too high!
  215. M

    firsr weigh in

    Good luck, unahappychappy! :) Let us know how much you have lost! :D
  216. M

    Hi all...long read

    Good luck Simbeme! :) I love Oolong tea (or Wu Long tea - same thing!). It's supposed to help burn more calories than green tea so it should aid your weight loss effort. However don't look upon it as a miracle tea cos there is no such thing! Trust me, I've tried them all and they don't melt...
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    Why am I so bloated!!??

    Aww nooo Flumpy! :( I think us ladies just have to suffer with bloating sometimes! It's like the law of the land - women get bloated! :( It might not affect your weigh in though. I remember getting weighed once and feeling really bloated but I still lost weight. Let us know how you get...
  218. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    Thanks for the support, Sarah! :) Day 4 is successfully over! Managed to stick to 3 packs again. I LOVE the mushroom soup! It's so lovely! Might try tomatoe soup tomorrow. 4 days down, 3 to go! Woohoo!!! :D This is easier than I thought! ;)
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    Weekly weigh in

    Omg Sarah! That's amazing! Well done! :D You're the reason why I am doing so well on Exante! You provide that inspiration I need to get me through each day. :) Just seen your new profile pic. Have you had your hair cut? Looks great! I will be posting my loss here on Friday! :D
  220. M

    whey protein

    Hey Kel, I don't know if I told you but I am trying Exante VLCD this week. Unfortunetely, the cost is more than CS! Exante are doing a promo pack for £36 for 21 packs at the moment so I thought I'd try that. I'm on Day 4 at the moment. I'll let you know what my result for week 1 is on Friday...
  221. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    Today is Day 4 of my Exante week. Day 3 went well. :) I managed to survive on 3 packs. Although I felt a slight pain on my side when I woke up this morning. I don't know whether that is related to the VLCD? But it only lasted a few seconds and is gone now. I am feeling slimmer by the day. I...
  222. M

    Tastes!!!!

    Hi Totsd, I like all of the CS shakes. Some people don't like Caffe Latte cos it's coffee flavoured, but I love it! I'm not keen on CS soups though...I don't think any of them are very nice. But you will soon find what suits your taste. Everyone has different taste buds. :) Good luck with...
  223. M

    Eczma..

    Have you tried the new H&S especially for dry scalps though, Rachel? H&S used to dry my scalp as well, but I saw this new conditioner and gave it a try. Also, what are you using to moisturise your skin. A really good moisturiser is Doublebase. You can get it in a tube or in a big 500g pump...
  224. M

    Unrecognised by their own family: Couple crowned Mr and Mrs Slimming World

    Hi All, I am not doing Slimming World, but I came across this news article and thought it might offer some inspiration to all SW'ers! Hope you're all having a good weekend! Love Lisa :) Unrecognised by their own family: Couple crowned Mr and Mrs Slimming World after losing 20 stone...
  225. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    I just had the banana shake, Sarah, and I know why it is your favourite now! It's lovely and creamy and has a hint of banana flavouring. I liked the strawberry one as well. Actually the chocolate was lovely too...tasted like dark chocolate which I love! I have found that my stomach isn't...
  226. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    Hi Sherby, I found the following carb info on Apples & Oranges online. Do you think that is high carb? Per 100g: Apples, raw, without skin - 12.76 grams Oranges, raw, all commercial varieties - 11.75 grams The thing is I don't want to stop eating fruit cos I like it and it's good for me! When...
  227. M

    helll yea

    That's amazing, Kel!!! :) Well done! I can't wait until I break the 12st barrier!
  228. M

    Eczma..

    Hi Rachel, I can sympathise with your eczema woes cos I suffer from it as well. :( I get really dry flaky skin around my hairline (behind my ears etc) as well. Maybe it's the shampoo you are using? I am using Neem shampoo and Head & Shoulders (for dry scalp) conditioner. That seems to soothe...
  229. M

    Unrecognised by their own family: Couple crowned Mr and Mrs Slimming World

    Very inspirational! :) Unrecognised by their own family: Couple crowned Mr and Mrs Slimming World after losing 20 stone between them Unrecognised by their own family: Couple crowned Mr and Mrs Slimming World after losing 20 stone | Mail Online
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    Lisa's Exante Experience

    I just ordered another 2 promotional packs and 4 Toffee & Raisin bars! This week is going well so far, so I might try and stick to Exante for another 2 weeks after this. I want to take advantage of the promo pack @ £36 for 21 items whilst it's still on! I believe the normal price is about £50 so...
  231. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    Hi Girls, thanks for your messages! :) Flumpy - I know that you can have 4 packs per day but I got the promotional pack with 21 items in it so can only have 3 Exante packs each day if I am doing the diet for a week. This is the reason why I substituted one pack with a CS bar in the first 2...
  232. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    I am going to try and do 3 packs tomorrow and not eat the CS bar. I think I can do it! :) Planning Day 3 to go something like this: Breakfast: 1/3 Choc Orange Exante Bar Mid-Morning Snack: 1/3 Choc Orange Exante Bar Lunch: 1 x Exante Banana Shake Mid-Afternoon Snack: 1/3 Choc Orange...
  233. M

    new here

    Hi Golden70, Welcome to Minimins! :) Good luck with your weight loss journey! Love Lisa
  234. M

    Lisa's Exante Experience

    Exante Start Date: Friday 3rd April 2009 Starting Weight: 12st 4 lbs I am in Week 10 of my dieting journey. For the first 9 weeks, I did the Celebrity Slim diet and lost 15 lbs. I love the CS diet, but I feel like I need a significant weight loss to boost my confidence again. So I decided to...
  235. M

    Got my packs today!

    Hi All, Got my Exante packs today. I am thinking about starting the Total Solution tomorrow and trying it for 1 week to see how much weight I can lose. I am a bit worried about the side effects mentioned in the booket! Hair loss?! Sarah_P - did you suffer hair loss when doing the TS?!! Can I...
  236. M

    Hello!

    Welcome to Minimins! :) Good luck on CD, Fairy Wings! :D
  237. M

    wooooo

    Well done, Kel! That's great news! :D You're inspiring me to soldier on as well!
  238. M

    Celebrity Slims' Very Own April Challenge.

    That's the spirit, Kel! :D It's such a battle! But we will get there! :)
  239. M

    Celebrity Slims' Very Own April Challenge.

    Thanks Kel! :D We WILL both get there one day!
  240. M

    Celebrity Slims' Very Own April Challenge.

    Ok, I suppose I need to stop being scared and make that commitment! :D My April goal is to reach 11st 7 lbs! I have never been this weight before so it really is a challenge!
  241. M

    Thinking Of Starting Celebrity Slim? All You Need to Know...

    Wow Kel! That's a great post! Deserves "sticky" status I think! Aren't the bars 12 for £25.19? Or am I being ripped off?!!
  242. M

    Sweets

    Well, they are below 10g per 100g carbs! That is the CS rule right?! Not that I am agreeing that you should buy them!!! :D But if you do and they are nice, you will have to let me know!
  243. M

    Sweets

    WHY, Kel?!!! An addiction to Atkins bars is bad enough really! :( I wonder how they make the sweets sweet without sugar ?!! I have seen your April Challenge post and the 100% post, but I am too scared to reply! Too scared to make a commitment!
  244. M

    questions

    You forgot Banana, Kel! :D
  245. M

    You'll be proud of me girls....

    Well done, Kel! :) Get back on track (pun intended)! I am going 100% CS tomorrow (after being terrible tonight!). I had a starter, main (pasta), dessert AND topped it off with a cocktail! I know....bad, bad,bad! I've got it all out of my system now and ready to start afresh tomorrow...
  246. M

    I feel proper s***

    Thanks Rae & Kel! :) I was looking at the menu online and I believe I was drowning in my own drool about 2 minutes in! If it makes you feel better Kel, I am going to be naughty too! I haven't been 100% good this week either (too many Atkins bars) plus the damage I will do in a minute! I'm...
  247. M

    I feel proper s***

    Aww noooo, how did that happen Kel?! :( Think you have to take the rough with the smooth when dieting. Just put it behind you and keep moving forward. Having said that, I am going to Frankie and Benny's tonight (carb-hell!) and will probably be eating what I want! But I am going to be...
  248. M

    An Absolute Beginner!!!

    Just noticed that you are the same height as me! And you are currently the weight I WANT to be (168 lbs) - my next mini goal is to get down to 168 lbs! :)
  249. M

    An Absolute Beginner!!!

    Hi Hothouse-Flower, Good luck with your first week! :) Keep us posted with your progress. Love Lisa
  250. M

    Thinking about starting Exante

    Think you're probably right, Sarah! I would probably see the same results on Exante as on CS - so there is no point in changing really. Going to Frankie & Bennys for dinner tonight so having the night "off"! Not been near carbs for over 60 days now...so it will be a nice treat. Hardest part...
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