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Well, it certainly IS idiot-proof, but not sure if it's advertised that way :P

Phase 2 is pretty straight forward- no mixing of carbs or fats basically- you can bring back dairy/wheat (if you don't have any intolerances/candida etc) and keep things unprocessed. There is a list in the book of what you can have- grains, wholewheat pasta, brown rice etc. The odd glass of wine...

Just finishing Phase 1 of this diet and loving it- WI in the morning- reckon it's at least 6lbs plus totm week! I feel great, not hungry, not deprived and haven't cheated :D

Thanks for the advice guys- I actually have been eating a fair bit of food for some time, hence the lack of loss and me wanting to change diets- I was also interested in the red days and was hoping to follow these mostly (combined with a few green to help introduce carbs properly). The thing is...

Hi there, I've been on the Cambridge Diet (which I have loved) since June last year and have lost 5 stones :D Lately, however, I've not been losing- I know it's not the diet's fault, but it's mine- I just can't stick to it! Anyway, I was thinking of trying slimming world (I've done WW...

Hey hunny! Was wondering how you were doing! I really couldn't go back to SS now I've started eating, but I haven't nibbled in a fortnight! Yes, I've had planned meals, but not nibbled! All thanks to that fab book :D We're not moved in yet, slowly, bit by bit, but we are having the big moving...

You're more than welcome! We're a small group, just trying to keep ourselves going! Mostly Klev, Hayley and me :D How long have you been on CD? I started last June- have lost 5 and half stone on it (despite my constant nibbling!) It's the best thing I've ever done! Tell us about your...

Hey Jenna, you're more than welcome to join us (100% CDers) We're just a couple of girls who try and keep each other going as best as we can! Pop into the thread anytime :D x

Fantastic news! Well done you!!! xxx

Brilliant, love it!

Good evening! Klev, hun, that's wonderful news about the new career move- I'm so pleased for you- and those photos you emailed me yesterday- you look AMAZING! Hayley how you doing hun? Oh my, I lost half a pound this week!!! I'm actually pleased with this as I had put on 4lbs, so I've lost...

Haha, I did brilliantly! Half a pound woohoo! Seriously, I'm grateful of any loss, seeing how out of control I've been- here's to the next 9 and a half lol x Clairem87 - 24 lbs - total so far - 0lbs - 24 lbs to go trisha - 20 lns - total so far 0 lbs - 20 to go Milena_woking 21lbs - total so...

I don't think it is something that people understand, unless they have felt it, like living with depression- people may say they're depressed, but those of us that have truly lived with depression in the medical sense have a true idea of how it feels, like living with an addiction. I guess...

Kellie, hun, you will and absolutely can do this! You've taken the hardest step in acknowledging you have a problem and have an awareness that this needs to change- what you need are the tools to help you raise your confidence and self-esteem, so you can break the cycle. I started by googling...

You can really see a difference, Hun! Your face, tummy and waist are really changing! Well done, bet you're feeling great! xx

Hi guys, I'm doing a higher plan and moving house, but I think this might help with my focus! 10lbs should take me into the the 10s and I'll be very happy about that! Clairem87 - 24 lbs - total so far - 0lbs - 24 lbs to go trisha - 20 lns - total so far 0 lbs - 20 to go Milena_woking 21lbs -...

Post-it on the fridge for me!

I've just read this entire thread with great interest and can echo many of the things said. I am a binge eater. I am addicted to food. How long have I been one? Probably forever. How long have I accepted this? About a week. Now it's out in the open, I've named it, it feels so much better...

I have the Paul McKenna one, can't say I've found it an awful lot of use, much prefer the Beck one :D

I'm reading the Beck Diet Solution at the moment and it's seriously helping me to break through my rut! I've also got Eating Less, as suggested by Laura, but I don't think I'm quite ready for that yet, so I'm saving it for when I've done some serious CBT and habit breaking work, moving on to...

Morning!!! Well, excuse me for not posting, I've been doing a bit of soul searching of late. I've been having traumatic food moments which have been getting me really down, but today, after reading some more of a great book Klev told me about, I'm ready to make a change for good! So busy at...

oooh I'll try black forest mousse! I love vanilla with a little orange water flavouring, tastes like cheesecake mmmmm ooh and I mix coffee into vanilla shake, also yummy too!

Welcome Erik and good luck! It's not only the men that lurk around here, lurking is what I do best! Mwahahaahaha!

Love it with some tasty quorn pieces and mushrooms mmmmm :D

I'm not sure, I think it was Hayley, if she still wants to do it, but I don't mind who is (as long as it's not me!) x

My Nan is trying to convince me to stop, apparently I'm big-boned at 5'3" and 11 and a half stone...erm...OK Nan...

Woot 4lbs off for me :D I'm really relieved actually as it's been going horribly wrong! My CDC is moving me up to 1200 at the weekends as I seem to really be struggling then and cheat loads- this way I can still satisfy mine and Gaz's tastebuds and stay in control :D Gonna keep with SS+/810...

Morning! I had a nibbly day yesterday- ARGH! It's Gz, he's always talking about what food he's gonna eat :( I have WI later today and I'm not looking forward to it, 4lbs this fortnight, if I'm lucky- I just feel bloated and crap, despite all the water I'm glugging!!! Plus, not being at work...

I would have to say that since doing CD my TOTM and ovulating is so regular, unlike before I started, I wasn't even having any!

I've read the sample chapter from this book online and it looks fab! Laura Croft was talking about books, I think she does alot of reading, so maybe worth asking her!

Morning all and WB Klevkins! It must be so hard feeling a bit unstructured- when can you go back on CD? I had baaaaad day yesterday, won't go into details, but so hungry, munchie, argumentative and teary...low and behold, TOTM today! Hope I'll drop another pound by tomorrow, as I seem to...

mmm love mousse, I've had a chocolate one with cinnamon in today, totally scrummy!

I'm not getting a card or present from my OH on Valentine's. We just don't do it, as it feels like commercial nonsense! I woke this morning to find my OH had cleaned and mopped both the kitchen and bathroom and put a few loads of washing on, while he let me sleep in...now there's a man who...

Morning all, sorry I didn't reply straight away, I've been quite under the weather- end of term snottiness methinks!! Hayley- 8lbs is WONDERFUL!!! Congratulations, girl, I knew you could do it! You must be on top of the world!!!!!!! I have to say I'm enjoying the extra SS+ meal, enjoying...

Welcome to the family Leanne! This place is great and I would have totally lost the plot without the support I've received here! Best of luck on your CD journey and looking forward to hearing how you get on! xx

Hehe, I'm loving SS+, so nice to cook things and feel satisfied on healthy, tasty, well-portioned food! Cool, I read a sample chapter online last night, definately gonna get the book, I liked the idea about losing weight not being my goal, but managing my overeating! Makes sooooo much sense for...

Glad you liked it! I had the mushroom with cottage cheese grilled this evening, with some mixed herb- was yummy! I still have a shake to go but I'm still stuffed!

Is it this one, Laura? I could do with some good literature! http://www.amazon.co.uk/Eating-Less-Say-Goodbye-Overeating/dp/0091902479

OMG OMG OMG Eggs! Prawns! Is it my birthday?! Thank you Cambridge and KD, I love uuuuuuuuuuuu!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hate the tetras, love the shakes, but mostly chocolate, like porridge and love the malt toffee bars (I don't bother with the rest) chilli soup is yum, so is chick/mush (when disguised with herbs/curry powder!) Otherwise you can keep the others, bleugh! As others have said, it's down to...

oooh oooh just had a yummy meal! The required amount of chicken 'fried' in some curry spices with water, cooked the chicken then threw in some spinach at the end- was AMAZING, coulda been from the Indian, only nicer because it was so fresh and I made it! just hoping now that OH will eat the...

Oh hunny! Good luck on you WI tomorrow, not that you'll need it, you've done fab! I'm sure you'll be good this evening as you're so geared up for positive results. I always make myself go, even if I have been terrible, it's normally enough to give me kick up the arse to get going! My weekend...

I have to echo everything that's been said here- I had a meal for m birthday last year whilst SSing, it was the worst thing I did as I've not truely been 100% ever since and found it so hard to get my head in the right place- we need to move away from treating ourselves with food as that's...

Morning Emma and all to follow :D Sounds like the boys had a good time watching the rugby! My OH and I also watched the first game in the pub- he supped ale while I virtuously sipped black coffee and water :D Then we came home and watched the second match- lovely and I topped the day off with...

Oh Hayley! It's a little bit of mac and cheese, glug, glu, glug and back on the wagon! Good for you decorating, I know what you mean though, once you start you have to keep going, but you'll be pleased when it done- think about the extra fat burning and toning muscles it brings, as well as the...

I'm not sure about this TT, it kinda depends on the kind of support you'll get from your mum! I personally have told all my family and friends and they have been sooo supportive and never push food in front of me. I did take a wee break for my birthday last year and for me it was the worst thing...

Aye, the videos I thought were a better idea than a class at the mo, as the class is supposed to burn 600-900 calories which is no good for CD!!! Oh redecorating, that'd certainly keep you busy! I can't wait to have a place of our own so we can get decorating and have it just as we want it...

Well, officially just under 3 stone, but hey if I get into the tens or nines I'll be very happy!

My CDC does a lovely ketones test with me AND checks the acidity so she can tell if I'm dehydrated and give me a good kick up the bum for not drinking enough water!

Ooooh well done hun, that's brilliant!!! The weekend's are always a struggle for me, but one rule this weekend- NO BAKING, NO CHINESE! I'm gonna allow myself a wetherspoons meal tomorrow- prolly the chicken and bacon salad and treat it as an SS+ meal by not eating the tomatoes or onion. Gaz...

Yes! I've signed up for the Plymouth one in June- not done it before, I plan to be at goal then and really want to run it!

Oooh I made something yummy last night quorn 'curry': Mixed a little curry powder with water and 'fried' some quorn pieces and mushrooms with it. Then took half a chick/mush soup and added a little more tikka spice and a bit less water to make it thicker...mmmmm it was yummy! Gonna it again...

Woohoo! 100% for me yesterday! I'm kinda doing SS+ by adding some quorn and mushrooms into my soup of an evening- if it keeps me there I'm not cheating :D Anyway, I'm in class and the kids are working so I'd better get going! xxx

I'll ask her when I see her next- she showed me a study in a book, but I can't remember what it was called! There's quite alot on the web about interval training with a lower intensity rest/recovery designed to tackle fat loss, but I'm doing it sporadically through the day, instead of in one...

As she explained it to me (she's a nutritionist as well as CDC and has research she showed me) and as I understand it, exercising for any longer makes your body think 'heck, I'm out of energy and I can't keep this up so I need to store some fat away to keep me going' whereas the short bursts...

Oh farting heck, I've just deleted my mega long post by mistake :( Hayley! So good to have you back posting hun! I think you're absolutely right, we dwell to much on what we're sacrificing instead of what we're gaining! So I'm drawing a line under it now and getting a grip! I woke up this...

The way it helps me is that it is not sustained for long periods, I'm talking a few times a day- once an hour or something, just for 30 seconds- doing things like running between buildings at work, a few starjumps while the kettle's boiling, it's so quickly over with that my body thinks 'oooh...

Oh hunny! How about a pampering session, nice hot bubble bath, face mask, nails, moisturise? If you get really hungry then maybe an extra shake my help. Try not to eat anything if you can, the moment I started, it stuffed up my head and I've struggled to get back 'in the zone'. It's not...

Don't know if this is any help to you, but my CDC has suggested interval training. About 30secs-1 minute of high intensity exercise to get you 'puffed out' and then do nothing until you are completely recovered. Do this a few times a day and alternate days do some kind of muscle toning; squats...

Hey TT, hey congrats on your loss- don't be too down, in three weeks you've lost 12lbs- that's nearly a stone, the average per month! I've had a wobbly time since Monday, but much more back in control today... been to keep fit, hoping ketosis will kick back in soon, I'm drinking so much water...

Oh hun!!!! You poor, poor thing! So sorry that you in hospital, but that's the best place if you're to be fixed right! Are they going to operate? I bet you're so fed up!! Good news for me- 4lbs off, finally a loss! My scales were showing 11.11, but my CDC this evening showed 12 stone on the...

Afternoon peeps! Och, I'm tired today! I've done the shopping and am doing a good job of putting off the chores :( I ordered a box set of zumba dvds yesterday for about £13 for an auction site, so hopefully they'll come through soon- how exciting, maybe we'll have to have a thread for it- I'm...

Afternoon! Sorry I've not posted for a day or two, been pretty busy! Klev, you'll be pleased to know that Gaz and me have been making some progress with those 'issues' we talked about not long ago, let's just say things are looking a bit more rosy :D Had a nice day out shopping yesterday...

Morning all! Man I'm pooped this morning, had a late quiz night after a good aerobics session yesterday- did lots of toning with weights on shoulders and arms (sorting out those bingo wings!) and all I can say is that I'm glad it's FRIDAY!!! Been alot more focussed of late- a blippy day...

WOW :bliss:you are AMAZING! I'm so so proud of you! Hey, we have twin BMIs now- who'd have thought...ok, now I have to get to grips- a wee bit of friendly competition may prove to be a good motivator- even though I've been a wee bit nibbly of late= ugh and cake at work today...oh well, at least...

Hey Emma, you can do it- you've taken the first step in reposting here (glad the move has gone well by the way). It's taken me a couple of weeks to get my head in the right place after Christmas- once those barriers lift for a wee while it's hard to get out of it. I keep telling myself how...

Woohoo! I didn't give in to temptation...stopped on the way home today to draw some money out to get a takeaway! When I got home I resisted so I'm really pleased- I did have a wee nibble of some cheese and corned beef, but I didn't cave in and get that delivery so I'm pleased with myself...just...

Morning all! Cee, I totally agree with Klev, this diet is mostly about having your head in the right place and if it isn't it just won't work for you until you are ready- I had a miserable couple of months on it before Christmas and it wasn't until I had a break from it completely and got my...

Hey Hunny!!! Oh Lisa, you're not the only one that's been struggling, but it's good to have you back- we can kick this in to touch for good! I'm taking it one step at a time, day by day and it seems to be helping. You've done so well before and you will do again. Remember hun, we're all here...

Evening all!! Been a bit busy of late sorting out the usual life-changing kinda things so I haven't posted! Having a great day today- been very busy, been for a run, had dinner, just one shake to go in a little while. Did really well last week, nice and focussed, but the weekends are a...

I see mine fortnightly, although I wish it was weekly! She's so good though, that I won't consider changing, even though I can only get to see her every 2 weeks! Having a good day today, 3rd day of 100% and feeling back in control- have halved all my shakes which seems to be working really...

According to my CDC it takes 3 weeks to break a habit. Well that's what she told me yesterday as she gave me the proverbial kick up the arse for mucking around for so long and putting on 3 pounds! (Well, that is since before Christmas!) I'm pleased today as I think I'm finally getting my head...

Thanks hun, I'm feeling a bit better now- argh MEN! Can't live with 'em, can't kill 'em! Had a good cry, hopefully got it out of my system and hopefully he'll be miserable enough at work to have missed me!

Congratulations, Cee, that's an awesome loss for your first week! I lost 10lbs in my first week and felt on such a high for ages!!! I feel dreadful today and can't stop crying. I want to go on a total carb binge and the only thing stopping m at the moment is the fact I can't face getting off...

Yeeeeeeesssss Hun!!!! You have lost 5 stone! Amazing! And in SUCH as short time!!! I'm soooo proud of you xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Zoiks!!! See what I mean!!!! <Running for the hills, without the cheese!!!!>

So lovely hot in these cold temperatures! It's keeping me going!

Evening peeps! I completely agree with Klev and Cee on this one- I'm a nibbler and I HATE it!!! The worst thing I ever did was eat a meal a couple of months in, then nibbling- Cee, I'm like you- a few scraps of chicken and before I know it, the whole bird, followed by a slice a cheese- I'm a...

Heya Megan! You're not alone, believe me- it's an ongoing struggle at the mo! Managed 3 days 100% and now drifting back into a nibbly pattern- and I'm eating through choice, not need- argh! It's frustrating as hell! I'm trying to tell myself that for every day I nibble, that's an extra day on...

Hey Celia! Some great advice given there..I know the total reason that I'm eating is that I'm just soooo cold! Tomorrow was very naughty and I took myself out of ketosis. Luckily I'm one of those people who fall in quite easily, so I have said as long as I stick to meat today I'll allow myself...

Hahaha! Ok, not babies...more like socks!

Welcome to the team, Lisa! It's nice to give a bit of life to this thread again after all this time! Great thread, Klevkins! I echo all of those achievements...mine today is not so much of an achievement but something that made me smile- Gaz trying to snuggle up on the sofa and accusing me of...

Evening girls and welcome Celia! Good to have you with us! I think it's a great time for a restart as everyone seems to be so motivated at the moment! I'm down 7lbs so far since Christmas and back into the overweight category! Oh, but today- rats, it's been a total waste! Started with high...

Grrr, mine is sat next to me munching on ham, cheese and Christmas cake! Damn, I'm gonna go get some sparkling water and settle down with Kiefer Sutherland!:love:

Hey Cee, we have 3 spare spaces, you're more than welcome to come and join us!

Evening girlies! Well I'm about 7lbs down since restart which I'm delighted about, but the last 2 days argh! I've been nibbling at the cheese, which I'm cross about...I think it's just dealing with the cold! I'm having lots of hot drinks- can't face cold water at the moment- and having all my...

Morning girlies! Um day 4 for me and going just fine...we won't mention the taste of cheese and corned beef I nibbled last night- we'll blame Gaz! I'm feeling much better and back at school today- kids are doing a test, so I'm typing this! I feel so much more back in control, in a good...

Yay! Welcome hunny! xx

My ticker's all to pot- will sort it out soon when I've had official WI. Down 4lbs so far from Christmas damage so I'm really pleased. Day 3 and in ketosis :D Been sick this morning though, reckon it was coffee and this damn cold- so phoned in sick only to find school is closed because of the...

Morning all, it's snowy here, but I was going to work until I just threw up about 5 minutes ago- so decision made! Anyway, good news is I'm about 4lbs down from Christmas damage, in day 3 and in the pink, so I'm very happy- been lucky that it's not too traumatic. Work has been great structure...

Evenin all! Day 2 done and in the pink, but suffering from the ketosis chill! Have been lucky to slip in quite easily too, but wasn't easy doing the weekly shop for OH. However, was tempted, but resisted so I can go to bed now feeling very pleased with myself- 2 100% days in a row, not done that...

Indeed! We need people to help us stay on track!!!

I've always been lucky with the ketosis thing, must be quite carb tolerant or not normally consume alot as I slip in quite easily, without noticing and am alway in quite a strong one! Great ideas by the way, I've posted my support. Also great idea to invite your sister- I'll get working on Klev...

These sound like great ideas, Sass and alot more manageable!

Evening all- end of day 2 and I'm in the pink woohoo...although not woohoo because now I have the ketosis chill on top of a snowy one! Praying for school closure tomorrow so I don't have to go in! OH has the day off so it would be nice to stay snuggled up warm in bed! Had to do the shopping...

Hurray! Day 2 for me and in the pink and back in the game! I had a lovely Christmas thanks Hunny, but put on about half a stone- not stressing about it though, because I enjoyed every mouthful, but now it's time to get back in control. Hope you've had a successful day- I realise I'm extra...

Morning all! Day 2 for me today after yesterday's great start (still feeling very pleased with myself) and a pound down on the scales already- hurrah! Praying that the heating is working in school today- I've lots of layers on but I'm still freeeeeezing! We haven't got any snow, but it was...

Hey hun! I'm still here, just about, reckon we need to revive this thread for the new year! Can't type a long one as I'm off to bed, but have put on about 7lbs over the Christmas and now I'm back with a vengeance!!! Glad to be back in control to be honest! Anyway, have to shoot now, but it...

Fab stuff, Alex- feels so good, doesn't it! I still can't believe I'm in 14/16 from a 22. Gotta love CD! x

Evening lovelies!!! Day 1 down woohoo, sooooo glad to be back in control after my crazy self-indulgent streak. Weighed in this morning, reckon I've put on about 7lbs, which, given the amount I've eaten over the last month and half isn't so bad I guess! It's been sooooo cold at work! 8...

Evening all- seems like everyone's doing great! Pretty much end of the first day of restart today and it's not been too bad at all, although I expect the worst is yet to come. Reckon it's early night tonight- tucking up warm with a good book in fleecy pjs! It may be cold outside, but it's...

Woohoo day one almost down! Tucking into leek and potato soup, heavily disguised with spices and herbs! Have to say today has been alot easier than I anticipated- no nasty snacks at work to tempt and I haven't been hungry- which tells me I have been very naughty and eating when I haven't been...

Thanks Lovelies! As I posted in the returners section, so far, so good...had hot choc for breakfast, which I really enjoyed, porridge for lunch in a bit. Struggling with water as it's 8 degrees in my classroom today (wearing my gloves!) so I think it's gonna be lots of hot cuppas to get me...

Ok, Mondays are a great day to start- back to work and back to structure! One shake down for breakfast- hot- and I was glad of it! Trying to drink water, but as my classroom is only 8 degrees, I think I'm gonna need lots of cuppas! Taking night-nurse for a stinking cold, so hopefully that'll...

Oooh oooh mind if I come in too? Back on the wagon tomorrow after a very naughty Christmas break- was planned to start on the 1st but full of cold. Back to work and structure tomorrow, so might as well kick off then!

Thanks hunnies! Just had a tasty bar and am glugging the water already- got a stinking cold at the mo, so the lack of appetite helps! That and the night nurse! How was your first day back, Emma? So wanting to get back 100% but haven't been for months! Grrr need determination!

Look out, there's a penguin about! Well after a couple of weeks completely off plan, I'm ready to get back to it and start shifting that holiday excess- I reckon I've put on half a stone and feel bleugh! Anyway, back to work and structure tomorrow, which means back on the shakes!!! Got...

Oh Laila! How lovely to hear from you, hun! Things have been quiet here of late, I've been way off plan the last week and I've not heard from Sass, although I think she was doing WW, then came back hehe. Maybe now you're here, it'll help me to get back on track- I'll be SOOOOOO glad when...

Hey Gem, Good to have you back Hun, and good luck with the restart, not that you'll need it! I reckon New Year is gonna give me a good kick up the arse too! xx

Emma, I know EXACTLY how you're feeling- I've been all over the place, totally off plan with only a breakfast shake that I'm sticking too! I think, as my CDC put it, it's 'Pavlov's Dog' syndrome; Christmas bells=munching time and no matter where you go, you're surrounded! Parties, work, home...

I know what you mean, Chlo, it's excuses and yet I know it's down to me..gggrrr...dunno what to do to get me back on track!

God, I hope so, it's driving me nuts now!! In and out of ketosis non-stop!

Hey bikini- why wait?! If you're ready to start, don't put it off, but do it, else you may use Thursday as an excuse- with Christmas here, they'll be plenty more occasions that could be good excuses not to start yet- I know I'm using them to eat at the moment!!! I would get started, while...

Ugh, I've been hopeless!! Totally off plan last week, and I won't go into details about yesterday!! Anyway, I do really need to get back on track, but have been really struggling to do so and have only managed about 2 100% days this month! So annoying, now my bmi is below 30, it's like my head...

Thanks everyone! I'm really chuffed, although I gotta be careful not to be too excited and start munching away to celebrate!!!!

oooh nice, also choc with the orange or berry flavouring (like black forest gateaux!) is yummy- don't like choc orange shakes as they are abit 'spiky' but make it with the water flavouring, it's much nicer :)

I agree with cutting the carbs before you start- the week before I started CD I needed to get my bmi below 40 so I could do it straight away without waiting for my doc, so I lived on protein for that week, but didn't restrict myself too much. By the end of the week I didn't want so much and I...

Morning all!! I've put tasty Tuesday as I'm tucking into a chocolate and cinnamon mousse as I type and it's YUMMY!!! Got a busy day today- it's our history day, so I'm dressed as a Victorian school-mistress, I just now need to find me a big cane! Will have to use my counting stick! Haha...

I lurrrrve Julian McMahon of Charmed/Nip Tuck....oooooooh or Michael Buble at the mo with his chocolately voice and puppy eyes...awww! (composes self...)

Ok mine's totally weird...Tim Curry in Legend or David Bowie in Labyrinth, I think it's the bad guy, lock me up fantasy...very strange...

Hey Georgie and welcome! I agree with what's been said I started in June at 17stone and now am in the 11s! CD rocks! It totally works! Enjoy the weight slipping off! xx

Plymouth here! But I'm Cornish through and through ;)

I'M OVERWEIGHT!!!!! WAAAAHHHOOOOOOO AND IN THE ELEVENS!!! I'm so chuffed to be officially here- that's over 5 stone since my heaviest now and the smallest I have ever been apart from being a child! Thanks to all of you who have offered your support...I LOVE CD!!! xxx :bliss:

You've done brilliantly Alex, well done!!! I bet you're feeling amazing!!! Enjoy it, you deserve it!!

Morning Alex! I SSed yesterday so I'm buzzing! WI this evening, so I'm keeping my fingers crossed for an improvement on the last month or so, which has been terrible!!! It feels so worth it when you see the scales move :D Anyway keep your fingers crossed for a miracle this evening for me-...

Claira! Do it with me!!! I've just done my first day of SSing for about a fortnight! I need all the help I can get!!

oooh yes, Claira- I love hot vanilla with cinnamon, tastes all Christmassy :D

Vanilla shake with some orange water flavouring and ice is really nice, almost exotic tasting...mind you tis a bit cold for that! I really like hot vanilla shakes and vanilla and orange water flavouring mousse- just like cheesecake mmmm personally i can't stand the tomato soup- i only have...

Heya Mac, I agree with everything that's been said- my biggest tip is once you're in the flow, if you want to eat, don't!! I ate when I went away in August after a terrific, motivating and relatively easy 2 months SSing, only to still be struggling to get back to 100%. Anyway, keep glugging...

Huge congratulations, Mike, you are a true inspiration and you totally deserve it!!!

Great to have you back MrsE! Sounds like you had a great time- I know what you mean about 'gagging to get back'- after self indulging I can never wait to get back in control as my body just feels...eugh!

hmmm thinking of ordering some porridge, reckon it could be a good lunchtime fix in this cold weather!

That's fab, it's lovely when the boys notice things...if only mine would notice that the laundry pile is building up, bathroom wants cleaning, dishes, ironing, guinea pigs want cleaning..../sigh

Welcome back, Minxie- it's good to hear from you. Sending you lots of luck and warm wishes to you and your husband xx

You're doing great and looking fab! Well done, you!

That's it! Payday tomorrow and I'm spending it on thermals! Any good ideas where to get something nice????

Agree with MM- also, could it be TOTM? I always retain water just before, and are you checking your measurements? The scales might not show it but the tape measure could!

I can stay in ketosis on 810 but usually because I'm naughty and don't really bother with the veg too much- I'm getting all my vits in the shakes anyway. I find if I go out of ketosis I go on a carb-fest!

I blend mine with about 140ml with refridgerated water, but not mix into a paste- i put the water in and the dry ingredients on top, then blend- it's alway creamy :/

You look fantastic, Debra- thanks for sharing them with us- it's great motivation! xx

I agree- as soon as something gets too big, it gets given away. I don't want anything bigger than I am left in the house in order not to give me leeway for regaining!

Hey y'all Had a lovely evening last night, although I'm rather tired today, especially as my bro woke us up at 8, banging on the door to bring his new puppy in, who is GORGEOUS! Anyway, been shopping with my friends to Morrisons, let her use the staff discount card, which is very handy this...

Thanks, Alex, I feel all nineteen-twenties and swishy :D

Hey MM congrats on your purchases! I now have a new fringe yay! I can see!!! Anyway, mini celebration as I just stuck my head in the fridge........then...took it out!!! Woohoo, no nibbling here, baby! Just supped a nice hot choc shake (wish I could have another) and am of to purchase...

Morning peeps! H2LB- I'm right with you there- got the munchies in August and have had small losses ever since- so frustrating! Am getting better and being more in control, but still I can't find that mojo! Claire and Fal- sounds like you have busy days planned- Know how you're feeling...

I have been so cold lately, it's unreal- I'm putting it down also to the fact I don't have so much insulating fat! This is what is making me struggle though with food, despite the hot shakes and copious cups of Rooibos! I keep thinking I'm hungry, when I'm sure that it's my stomach just feeling...

Morning Daily Threaders! Well, gotta up the water today- it made a difference yesterday, but I still had the nibbles- I'm really hungry, I'm sure it must be the cold, even though I'm drinking lots of tea and having hot shakes! Oh well, busy day in school planned so no distractions there...

Morning all! We're halfway there through the week- hurray! I'm on playground duty today, so I hope the weather's gonna be kind, or it's gonna be wet play /shudder. I was sooo hungry yesterday- I'm in ketosis, so it can't be a real hunger- maybe it was because it was so cold- I just couldn't...

Fantastic, MrsP, bet you're really chuffed- a great loss! x

I think it totally depends on you and your routine. When I first started I split my shakes into 6, so I had small regular portions. That worked really way for a couple of months- until I started eating! Now I prefer a whole mousse for brekkie, whole shake for lunch and split the evening if I...

OMG I can't believe that. Inclusion is THE most important thing in our school- everyone is part of our community, no matter what their need! Yes, we have a nuture group, we did have an area resource base, but the children are there part time with a view to being in their classes in the afternoon...

Morning all! Missed this one yesterday, so here it is today! Another day back in control for me- It helps that work is so busy, I don't have time to think! Rehearsing at lunchtimes for Christmas play keeps me away from the staffroom :) Loving my new Wii Fit Plus and plan to do some more...

Hahaha

kinda running on the board, i was rubbish! Kept falling in the river haha!

I like the hula hoop thing! Loving the game- not sure I'll do the free steps as it's interval I really want to go for and the short bursts of activity really work for fat loss! OOh cycling- that is mental- I was terrible and don't even get me on skateboarding haha. Love the multiplayer idea-...

I've just bought it now :D Gonna load it up in a sec!!

Well, I've just gone and bought WFP, so gonna go load it up in a sec- reckon a bit of training is in order for an upcoming WF challenge if anyone's interested!!!

Thanks Butterfly! Have a lovely time wearing that dress- bet you'll look fab, enjoy all those compliments, you deserve it!!!

Morning BB!! Hope you enjoy your day of relaxing!!! I'm pretty chuffed because today I'm seeing the 11s :D which means....my BMI is below 30 and I am overweight!! woohoooo! However I dod have to wait for official WI which is not until next Monday, but I'll be well and truely there by then...

Oh my, Alex! What an eventful day! Sorry that you're not very well, but glad you're back home and hope you feel better soon xx

Yup I start the day with mine, feels like I've had a mahoosive breakfast!

oops I meant it's the My Fitness Coach one...I take it that's the one you mean, MM?

I have the personal trainer, it's more like a aerobic workout- it follows your stats.measurements that you have to input. It does work on muscle/cardio/weightloss etc even has yoga but to be honest I found it pretty dull, or just not my cup of tea. Reckon I'm gonna buy WFplus tomorrow, hopefully...

vanilla with a little orange water flavouring in- tastes like cheesecake mmmm

Oops sorry Caroline, ninja'd your thread?!!! Erm...scale hopping... yes, I think I did say I did that!

Ah bless her, how old is she? I always think the label given to children has absolutely no use at all, given that every child I have come across on the autistic spectrum is so different and you have to have a wide bank of strategies to help manage their needs. What IS important, IMO is that she...

Aye, I agree...I teach so I have a fair bit of experience with ASD. Funnily enough, there are many with a diagnosis which I would say is totally wrong where there are underlying emotional problems that haven't been addressed and many without a diagnosis that are clearly there somewhere...

Did anyone see Westlife's Shane's impression of Louis on CiN last night? Haha!!

Haha, I like to see the chubby Mii I have slowly getting smaller! Oh cool on the challenge- think I'll look into the game. I've not been very good at being consistent I'm afraid, but I really need a routine as I get closer to goal. After all it is a lifestyle change that is gonna keep me there...

Sory MM I pinched this from another thread! (Apologies if this is deemed as OT- I've lost the plot with all that stuff) Does anyone have Wiifit+ after having Wii fit? How does it compare to the original, or I do I keep plodding with the one I have? Is there alot of new content? Clare xx

Nopes, I still hop on every morning and sometimes in the evening when it's near WI as I get weighted in the evening unfortunately! I'm not good with change and now it's in my routine- if I were to forget one morning it would affect my focus! I reckon I HAVE to be on the spectrum somewhere!

Fantastic news Debra!!! I'm hoping to join you in a day or two!! Huge congratulations!!!!:talk017:

Morning peeps...oh dear, I only just woke up! Oh well I guess that means a few hours less to think about food! The only downfall is that I woke to find other half baking! ARGH! I wonder if we can get a lock for the kitchen door?! Don't think we're doing much today apart from vegetating at home...

Morning all of you lot! Feeling focussed today- had an SS meal of chicken with chic/mush soup last night- I'm not considering it a cheat as I'll get depressed- and anyway I didn't nibble at all! Going for another 100% today- have a sore tummy and very thirsty- upping my water lots today...

That's brilliant Hunny! Well done!!! You deserve a good loss :D

Thanks guys, I know it's rather pathetic- one day after all this time, but today I'm back in the swing of it, no distractions :D

Ooooh you HAVE to let us know how you get on! I'm so excited for you- have a fab time, and yes, give him a good snog! x

Ok, so it may sound feeble, but my first day of SSing and ages and I've done it! No cheats!! I feel great because now I CAN do it, because I HAVE! Off to bed now though, so I don't get tempted...Roll on tomorrow! xx:D:angel09:

Thanks hun, I feel better today and somehow miraculously still in ketosis... Anyway, back on it today and really feeling like I need today- got a busy day planned which should help- out this evening so nibbling!! If I can get through one day and back on it, I'll feel much better!

Thanks guys- I'm just so fed up- this has been going on for weeks now and it's turning into a cycle I just can't seem to break! At least I've told my OH and he's been supportive, although he did make me kiss his stinky feet as a punishment and now I do feel sick! Gonna try again tomorrow- work...

I don't believe it. I was supposed to be going back to SS today from 810 (which I was totally abusing by the way) and have done really well at work, as always. When I got home and realised OH was working I committed the ultimate food sin...Chinese delivery :( and now I feel terrible, wracked...

Sbridge7 - 11lbs (8.4lbs lost, 3.6 to go!) Mrsessex - 14lbs (3 pounds off 11 to go :) |) Suzie_ - 14lbs Nic_irlam - 14lbs (8lbs lost, 6lb to go) BubblyPenguin - 14lbs (5.4lbs gone, 8.6 to go ) Onlyme! - 17lbs Gem25 - 17 1/2 lbs Music - 14lbs Enlightenme2 - 17lbs (4lbs off, 13 to go!!) Anthony...

Morning all! Sounds like you all have busy days planned! I'm back on SS today (well gonna try) my CDC has banned me eating meat because 'I abused the permission to!' She gave me the good kick up the arse that I needed, so I know I'll be fine at work, but I'll be around lots this evening for a...

I agree! No way would he want you to meet his mates if he didn't like you! xx

Hey Hunny, I've pm'd you by the way, but you probably have seen that already :) It's an incredibly unnatural situation that we put ourselves in, when everything we have been taught through our lives has been to eat, clear up, clean our plates...feeling sad? have a chocolate to cheer...

Welcome back Guru, we have missed you! You sound really focussed and congrats on losing those horrible 8lbs! You'll be back in the swing of it in no time! xxx

How's your weekend been hun? Mine's been touch and go, but I've just been for a run to compensate and burn off some excess carb. I'm lucky that it doesn't take too long to get back in ketosis so I'm hoping I'll be back in by tomorrow- I just wish there was a secret to getting back to SS!! I...

Good morning! Dodgy day yesterday ARGH- I'm fed up with self-sabotaging 2 days before WI every week- why do I do it? Anyway up the water again and stick to the plan- NO DISTRACTIONS! Do you find it easier to say 'no' when you out/at friends etc? I do, but when I'm home, yikes!! Got a busy...

I know what you mean- I have a new duffle coat now with a lovely hood and a nice pair of cords for a Wednesday out in the cold!

Thanks hunny! I'm so desperate to get there on Monday, so it's lots and lots of water today!!! And NO cheese! ARGH! Anyway, how are you doing now? Back on it 100% or and Burger Kings?!

Hey Petal Welcome back to CD- it's wonderful and you'll do great! Get glugging that water and soon you'll be in the pink and burning fat all day! woohoo! x

That's brilliant news, well done! I bet you feel great!!! Not long until you're at goal now xxx

Haha I love the poem!! I've noticed, and I'm lost nearly 5 stone now, that my wobbly bits, while alot smaller have got alot wobblier. I reckon it's the fat that's come out the skin...nice... so my skins a bit loser...but it's toning up and getting tighter again. So Alex I expect it's not that...

Good morning everyone- didn't see a thread made just yet so I've taking the liberty. I didn't drink enough yesterday so hence the title of the thread, so I'm on a mission- I'm desperate to get that magical bmi below 30 for Monday's WI- almost there! Gosh it's windy out there today, glad I'm...

Thanks, Bling, what a lovely compliment :D thank you xx

OH Alex! What have you done...food porn...I've had to tear myself away from a gorgeous, mouthwateringly good page...lots stored in my favourites now...argh!

Thanks guys, would've been a better pic if my OH had taken it, but if was to wait around for him, I'd have to wait until I was at goal!!!

I concur!!!!! Having a fabulous Friday- I have a good feeling about this one, peeps! My bmi this morning was 30 on the nose and I'm almost in the 11s!!! can't WEIGHT to get there, mwahahaha! xx

That's great, hun, sounds like you're really back in the zone- it'll be brilliant when your sister starts too! And I'm so glad you've found a great CDC- makes all the difference in the world! This morning my bmi was 30!!! I'm almost into the 11s and I can't wait for it! Anyway, gotta go as...

Thanks guys, I can really see a massive difference! And I feel it too, I still feel big, but I know I'm now....average... :D

New pic, looking a bit tired, but overall delighted that I'm almost overweight!!! Size 14 top woohoo! Oh excuse the grotty-end-of-the-week bedroom mess!

You know when you're on CD when you have shares in Palmers Cocoa butter and bio oil...

Beautiful...just beautiful...

Oh HUn!!!! That is a fantastic loss, bet you're really pleased! Have you managed to stick to it 100%? I've been fairly up and down, but feeling a bit more up at the minute! I've had awful tummy problems- lots of urgent toilet trips since Monday! Thought it was because I had a carby day on...

That's fantastic, Megan!!! I'm hoping to join you in the club in the next couple of days!!! Must be a great feeling! xx

Morning all! Um resisting the gremlins again today- yesterday I felt much better, apart from the urgent trips to the loo, my stomach is still complaining about my carby blow-out on Monday. Not back in the pink yet, but will be soon, I'm struggling to finish my mousse this morning! All these...

Brilliant news! Well done!!! Now you need to send me some of that EP mojo that you have! xx

Morning ladies! I need help with the gremlins as I have been terrible for the last couple of days and was feeling very desperate and low about it last night (thanks, Klev hunny, for Skyping me and talking some sense into me!) My stomach feels awful today and I feel so unclean, but today I'm...

Heya, I started at the end of May/beginning of June and have lost 4 and half stone- with about 3 to go- I keep nibbling and am on 810 plan so goal is a little way/weigh! off at the minute! If I pull my finger out should be Jan/Feb that I'm there :D

depends what I'm cooking- I'm really into thyme at the mo, particularly lemon time. I like woody herbs this time of year as they remind me of hearty stews! I've always got mixed herbs and oregano in my cupboard. I try to avoid ready mixed ones like italian seasoning as they often have salt and...

Hey Betty! I assume you're talking about either Sole Source plus or the 810 plan- both of those have 3 shakes, not two. When you start, your counsellor should give you a yellow book that tells what you can have- there's a sticky post on this page somewhere that gives you more details if you...

Be careful not to get a dressing that high in carbs- fat-free will probably have lots of something else instead to make it yummy. Personally I'd rather go for the fat and no sugar ones, at least I'd prolly stay in ketosis then :D maybe a tsp of olive oil with the same balsamic and some mixed herbs^^

Yes, hunny, you're in the pink! I get that mad energy boost after a few days of slipping back in- just like I have a quadruple expresso!!! Not that many notice- you know me, mad as cheese I am :D xx

So far, so good! I've been a busy bee, Emma! Jobs done so far: epic shopping washing dishes cleaned kitchen mopped floor met landlord to fix light spoke to brother on the phone one load of washing done, 2nd to go on shortly Now I'm about to go and clean the guineas!!! That's five cages. I...

<whistles innocently>...oh alright, I admit it!

Morning, Bling! Wow, Venice, have a fab time, I'm totally jealous! And well done for resisting that cake- I've not managed to be as strong of late, however it being my day off I have a day of marking, planning and writing forms for parents' evening- sucky, I know BUT at least I won't have time...

Ah, I've found the link for you http://www.minimins.com/cambridge-diet-forum/120804-hair-loss.html

Mini has posted a thread on this somewhere- it was a really helpful explanation^^ It's certainly NOT due to lack of vitamins- CD makes sure you have everything you need- I'm so much healthier than I ever was with food! I'm currently losing hair, it looks a lot, but I have thick hair so it's...

Didn't see one started, so I thought I would this morning! How's everyone doing? Got a busy day planned at work and even busier weekend- which is good as I won't have time to think about eating! I've had to eat out at lunch the last two days and it's been horrible, so I'm really looking...

Haha, it's not that long- I often surprise myself with how long mine end up! Thanks for that, I'll tell Klev- might be good to get this team going again and may motivate me a bit more!! Great that your sister is going to start CD, must be fab to have someone you know starting as you can...

Hot toffee is yummy scrum! So is vanilla- sometimes I put some cinnamon in the vanilla or the choc- makes it taste christmassy. Also like hot banana- or choc and banana mixed together mmmm

Same here, for better, for worse, straight on! I know how you're feeling, Megan- so tantilisingly close to being overweight- I just want it to happen NOW!!! OOh on a side note, is that a new pic, Jim? You're looking most svelte!

Welcome back, Hunny!!! I know you're gonna do just great! xxxx

Hey hun! How's the CD restart going? I don't blame you at all for eating- you were probably a nervous wreck with your son's op! How's he doing now? Ok, I hope! I think it's a really positive move changing your CDC- I wouldn't have stuck with this without mine- if you have the support there...

Oh dear hun! I'm so sorry for not posting- it's been a busy time with half term, visitors and the like that I've not spent alot of time on the computer! How are you doing anyway? Hope WW is working for you! I've been losing slowly- still plodding away, but my CDC wants me to stay on 810 for a...

Fantastic, Curly! You are such an inspiration, hunny! xxx

I'm really glad you had a lovely time, Hidden xx

I can now wear heels without my ankles feeling like they're gonna crumble- so yes, I'm taller!!!

Small loss this time, but still a loss!!! Sbridge7 - 11lbs (3.2lbs lost, 7.8 to go!) Mrsessex - 14lbs Suzie_ - 14lbs Nic_irlam - 14lbs (8lbs lost, 6lb to go) BubblyPenguin - 14lbs (3.4lbs gone, 10.6 to go :)) Onlyme! - 17lbs Gem25 - 17 1/2 lbs Music - 14lbs Enlightenme2 - 17lbs Anthony Smith...

A bit slow getting there, but hey, I'm still losing :D soontobelittlegem - 2st 7lbs - (-5lbs)30lbs to go Alipally - 1st 7lbs -3.5lb lost 17.5lbs to go babycake - 2st 7lbs - 11lbs lost so 24lbs to go Bubblypenguin- 2 stone- (-22lbs) 6lbs to go cherry blossom - 2st (-10.75lbs) - 17.25lbs to go...

Maybe we'll get you something nice from M&S too, Jim! :p

Hunny! I'm so pleased you got on well :D oooh I'm really excited for you! The water thing: Bottles work for me I have to say- I try and keep one in the fridge nice and chilled and when I get through one I go, fill it up again and pop it back in the fridge- I make sure I drink it straight from...

Could it be, hun, that you binge because you about to come on? I'm always terribly unsatisfied by food when I have PMT- I tend to go way off track, then..oooh TOTM comes along (although it's getting more regular the more I lose- so I can keep track). I also have an incredible lack of willpower...

Heya hidden :D Great that you managed to find some things that you can be comfortable in :D One thing I do want to say is remember to enjoy yourself and RELAX! When my OH and I finally got around to being together (we met online) we had built the thought of sex together into being so huge a...

Fantastic news! Well done you, I can't wait to join you there! x

How about good old Marks and Spencer? I normally get a range of slips and nighties from their as they are nice an shiny and smooth and tend to go up to a decent size... I know their are other places to, but that may be a good start? Autograph Floral Lace Trim Nightdress - Marks & Spencer=

oooh ooooh oooooh hunny!!!!!! I'm sooooo pleased for you! Let me know how you get on STRAIGHT AWAY!!! You are brilliant for losing 21lbs already...I know you'll be just fine on CD and your hubby and beautiful daughter will be so proud of you- ooh you'll be a yummy mummy in no time xxxxxxxxx

Hey Hidden, everyone's giving you great advice here- I know exactly how you feel and, believe me it's still an issue for after 5 years of being with my wonderful bf who loves me regardless. Anyway, I'd go with Alex's and Klev's advice- a little cover up may help YOU to feel more at ease and...

Hey Laurie, I started around the beginning June (the 10th I think) and I've lost 4 and half stone; could be more but I've been pratting around the last month or so, so it's slowed! x

Hey Grim, I find that two tablespoons are about half- 18ml, not 15ml and I generally half the amount of water for what I'm doing; 4floz for a shake, 70ml-ishfor a mousse. Hope that helps :D x

Hey! Why am I not in the list? :( Sbridge7 - 11lbs Mrsessex - 14lbs Suzie_ - 14lbs Nic_irlam - 14lbs BubblyPenguin - 14lbs Onlyme! - 17lbs Gem25 - 17 1/2 lbs

Oh my, I need this to get me back and keep me on track- especially now it's getting cold and dark! Well, if I live by the book (the yellow one!) I should rid myself of another 14lbs... Sbridge7 - 11lbs Mrsessex - 14lbs Suzie_ - 14lbs Nic_irlam - 14lbs BubblyPenguin - 14lbs

Sending love and good wishes to your dad and all of your family x

If it's any help, my CDC/nutritionist has got me taking extra B5(pantothenic acid) and B12 which appears to be helping (I've always thinned when I've been stressed!)- I'm also on mega vitamin C to help and ward off any nasties floating around...might help a bit :D

updating this weeks: soontobelittlegem - 2st 7lbs - (-5lbs)30lbs to go Alipally - 1st 7lbs -3.5lb lost 17.5lbs to go babycake - 2st 7lbs - 11lbs lost so 24lbs to go Bubblypenguin- 2 stone- (-18.75lbs) 9.25lbs to go cherry blossom - 2st (-10.75lbs) - 17.25lbs to go claira07- 2st 3lb/31lb- 5lb...

Hannah, Mini's suggestion of halving them is great- also try the shakes hot, like hot choc mmm, also I put a ton of ice and slightly less water in mine, particularly vanilla, so it's really ice-creamy, rather than milky. Even better in a couple of weeks when you can have them as mousse :D Good...

Mike Scott's newsletter 3/10 had a great activity suggested: Letter to Me (can't link it yet as it's not linked on his website.) Here's what the activity instructed. I wrote a letter to me as directed by the activity dated for my birthday in July next year and it has been a fantastic tool to...

Thank you so much for this guys, it means alot and makes me feel that I'm not alone! I had success yesterday and I'm so pleased- this cold has killed my appetite and my stomach is sore, but gonna have some chilli soup in a wee while- might put extra chilli in- extra spice might send it away...

Thanks guys, I had a much better day yesterday and just SSed. I'm sure I'm not drinking enough lately (I've normally been really good) but I have been struggling. I'm back in the pink zone this morning, but I have a dreadful cold explosion and feel crap! I just want to get back in the swing...

Thanks ladies, It's just so frustrating isn't it? I've decided to try and break the food craving by having an extra shake if I need to, that way I may just get my head back into the 'no-food' zone- It was so much easier before I allowed myself to eat and followed the rules. So today, I will...