Search results

  1. spooky

    Been for my pre op :)

    My thoughts exactly. And agree.
  2. spooky

    Been for my pre op :)

    This is not something your GP can advise on. See my previous post. Your GP does not work for Cambridge and therefore your cambridge consultant should be talking to Cambridge medical team to work out something for you.
  3. spooky

    Exercise With A Bad Back?

    Definitely agree with swimming. Good all round workout and in the water you are effectively weightless and therefore will put little or no strain on your back :)
  4. spooky

    Been for my pre op :)

    Kimmie You need to get your CDC to talk to the medical dept at Headquarters. You cannot go on a plan after an op without their permission if its within 3 months. They may tailor a plan for you over the next few weeks but to be perfectly honest, your doctor does not work for Cambridge and the...
  5. spooky

    Been for my pre op :)

    The rules are there for a reason and if your CDC is not following the protocols about advice following surgery then she is breaking her agreement with Cambridge. The rules regarding general anaesthetics are very, very clear. No plan is to be followed for 3 months without express permission from...
  6. spooky

    Been for my pre op :)

    Unfortunately its a 3 month wait after a GA to go back on the diet. Unless your CDC speaks to the Medical department at Head office to get their take on it. This is regardless of the operation love.
  7. spooky

    Sarah (westiegirl)

    Devastating. Never had the pleasure of meeting you in real life so to speak. I didn't find out about this till today. RIP lovely lady xxx
  8. spooky

    Happy birthday spooky

    :thankyou::thankyou::D
  9. spooky

    Happy birthday Happe

    Happy Birthday! :D
  10. spooky

    Male CDC?

    I actually purposely chose a male CDC. And now as a CDC I sponsor a male CDC. He is quite successful.
  11. spooky

    Lost 26lbs in 6weeks

    Thats brilliant. Congratulations! :)
  12. spooky

    not coping and feel so guilty

    A warm drink will help and a trip to the Minimins arcade. Have a luxury bath - paint your nails, start knitting. It dosent last forever and its worth it :)
  13. spooky

    not coping and feel so guilty

    Ok Bit more info? How far in and which programme are you doing and what have you had so far today??
  14. spooky

    Getting to know you.....

    :wavey: Hi Ruth You know me ;) :D
  15. spooky

    810 queries..

    Sorry... If you are otherwise fit and well apart from your BMI and your GP dosen't sign, the lowest programme you can do is 1200 cals until your BMI is less than 40..
  16. spooky

    Expressing - after birth

    You probably won't lactate fully till after the birth. Pumping before might stimulate contractions for the onset of labour but won't produce anything bar colostrum. I would do as Kitteh says and give via a cup or syringe, but it might take a couple of weeks for your supply to settle for you to...
  17. spooky

    Back to CD after having my baby boy ;)

    7lbs off is great :) well done
  18. spooky

    Back to CD after having my baby boy ;)

    I am glad you have rethought your diet. Enjoy your baby - these early months will fly by. Concentrate on him and as the other posters have said, healthy eating combined with lots of walking will help in the long term :)
  19. spooky

    Back to CD after having my baby boy ;)

    On the medical form you fill in with your counsellor, it clearly states under contraindications that anyone pregnant, breastfeeding or have given birth within the last 3 months is contraindicated totally from the diet. It clearly states you may not use any Cambridge programme. Have a look at...
  20. spooky

    Back to CD after having my baby boy ;)

    I understand exactly what you are saying, I am a mum of 3, my last baby was born in April. However the rules are there for a reason. You need at least 3 months for your body to recover from the pregnancy and birth. Regardless of whether you feel ok or not. If your CDC knows about your pregnancy...
  21. spooky

    Back to CD after having my baby boy ;)

    Congratulations on the birth of your baby :) I am surprised you are allowed back on CD so soon - did your CDC contact Head Office? The official guide is 3 months after the birth of a baby to restart any CD programme
  22. spooky

    New to CC, used to do CD, need a push please

    :wavey: Hi Jo lovely to see you on forum. Good luck with CC!! xx :D
  23. spooky

    BMI requirements

    I am a Cambridge Counsellor not on Lighter Life, but as your BMI is under 20 I doubt you would be able to use any VLCD as your BMI is effectively underweight.
  24. spooky

    Baby bump pictures??

    Yes, bf still going well - Lauren is 19 weeks old now. I think I am losing a fair few inches! Although I don't go near the scales at the moment ;) :D
  25. spooky

    Baby bump pictures??

    Here's mine... I was about 7 months here And here is one of Lauren..
  26. spooky

    Anyone else dong CD wanting to get pregnant?

    If you ladies are planning to get pregnant, (I got pg with dd3 on SS) DO talk to your CDC. If you discover you are pregnant while on any Cambridge programme you need to come off immediately. If your CDC knows you are ttc then he/she will expect a call from you when you become pregnant. Good...
  27. spooky

    CDC's

    As a CDC I don;t share information unless the client is suspected of taking more product than they need and selling it on. :)
  28. spooky

    Caress's restart diary

    You'll be fab, Sis... right behind you!! XXX :D
  29. spooky

    Confessions

    Sis I know you can do it, and I am right behind you. Stick with it this time for the maintenance though!!!! ;) :D
  30. spooky

    Facebook

    My FB link in my sig, feel free to add me, just say Minimins though LOL
  31. spooky

    It's Good To Be Back

    :wavey: Nice to see you!! :D
  32. spooky

    Exercise while pregnant.. what do you do?

    2 hours walking on the school run every day here, I only gained a few pounds from 12 weeks to term. I did gain a bit the first few weeks though as it was school holidays and I had no excuse to walk!
  33. spooky

    Room for another?

    Congratulations!! :D
  34. spooky

    Under bump maternity jeans

    I got maternity trousers from H & M. Fab as they were under the bump with an elastic panel. I didn't venture into maternity jeans, but they have them for about £20 a pair.
  35. spooky

    Am i welcome back to the fold?

    Good to see you!! :D those ickle pounds will be gone in a flash!! ;) :D
  36. spooky

    JaxD's Diary- Damned drink and Kentucky woes!

    Its the koobface virus - been about a while now. I would just delete any email with an unknown link in it, no matter how enticing the title is! Bit of info here Koobface virus hits Facebook | Security - CNET News
  37. spooky

    new mums & mums to be !!! Who`s baby is due next ???

    I got sent home from hospital :( I was contracting 3 in 10 mins, then they tailed off so I got turfed out of LW. Heres hoping its soon, 10 days over now and very fed up to boot!!
  38. spooky

    struggling with the water intake.

    Nope! Still waiting grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!!
  39. spooky

    struggling with the water intake.

    You can take some paracetamol to help with the sore throat. Also, it is important that you drink 2 1/4 litres, so only another 1/4 litre to go. Unfortunately tea and coffee don't form part of the water intake. :)
  40. spooky

    i know this is bad but what happens if I cook some of my packs?

    It will if your body does not have sufficient nutrients. Your body will be pushed into starvation mode and your weight loss will stop. Best advice is not to cook packs at all. You can have shake packs hot or cold if you wish. :)
  41. spooky

    OMG i am so hungry!!!

    Split your packs in half if need be, just take out half the powder so you are in effect having 6 smaller meals a day. Also having a warm drink can help with hunger too. :)
  42. spooky

    Drinks flavouring

    GRrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!! Nope, she is too comfy in there LOL
  43. spooky

    Drinks flavouring

    Officially, water flavourings are introduced in week 3 and no more than one teaspoon per day. I used to use that teaspoon to make up at least 2 litres as it can be quite strong. :)
  44. spooky

    i know this is bad but what happens if I cook some of my packs?

    When you cook packs, you kill off some of the nutrients in them so you would not be getting your daily RDA of vitamins/minerals etc. :)
  45. spooky

    maternity clothes in big sizes

    H and M do a maternity range that goes quite large, and they are well cut too. However not available online. Have a look on Ebay? Some here, not terribly glam, but the right size http://shop.ebay.co.uk/?_from=R40&_trksid=m38&_nkw=BN+size+24+maternity&_sacat=See-All-Categories
  46. spooky

    Question For All Mums & Mums to be!! :0)

    It took DH and I 4 1/2 years :eek: to conceive Dd1, I gave up smoking and within 3 months I was pregnant. With Dd2, it took a MONTH!!!! This baby took about 6 months to conceive. The conception game is tricky, and unpredictable!! I think the trick is don't plan tooo hard, just relax :D:D:D
  47. spooky

    ss+ question

    Thanks for the congrats :D It does get easier, best advice I can give is to vary the protein and veg you have to stop you getting bored. Weeks of chicken and veg for example would put me off for life! :D
  48. spooky

    ss+ question

    Ham has more carbs and fats in it, The diet was designed with specific foods for optimum results. The white proteins on the list are pure proteins with little fats and carbs in,. Once you start deviating from the list you can run into problems with losses, i.e your losses slowing down or even...
  49. spooky

    advice needed please

    Sorted :)
  50. spooky

    How do you feel when.....

    No one should make you feel that way :( If you have a bad week, the best thing you can do is analyse it for yourself and realise where you went wrong and pledge to yourself not to do it again. Your CDC is there to support you, not judge you. Utilise their support and of course the support of...
  51. spooky

    Info required on Diabetic customer please

    Hiya Jo pop on MSN or FB instant messaging :)
  52. spooky

    Change of CDC anyone? As not happy

    Hi ladies You are absolutely within your rights to change CDC if you are unhappy with the service provided. As a courtesy, contact the CDC you are moving from and cancel your appointment. There is nothing more frustrating for us CDC's than clients that don;t show or phone for whatever reason! :D...
  53. spooky

    Weigh in and Veg drink

    If the veg drink is from your CDC then you are allowed a teaspoon a day. It should not knock you out of ketosis. Congrats on your loss!! :D
  54. spooky

    Anyone got pregnant while on CD? Does it mess up your cycle?

    I got pregnant with this baby on Sole Source. As soon as I discovered I was pregnant I stopped the diet immediately. I was only a couple of weeks into my pregnancy when I had a slight inkling I could be pregnant. In answer to your question it didn't muck up my cycle, although I did have a...
  55. spooky

    unable to make it to cdc

    Just to clarify - SS and SS+ both have 3 CD packs on the respective plans. On SS+ you are adding a meal or having a 4th pack and milk. There is no Cambridge plan that involves 2 packs and one meal a day. :)
  56. spooky

    is the price different between counsellors?

    CDC's are self employed and thus can charge what they want for packs/services. Personally I charge (what was) the RRP but I gather that now there can be big differences between counsellors. I would advise ringing a few in your local area and seeing what they charge and what you get for that...
  57. spooky

    Illuminous pee!!!!!!!!!

    Sorry only just seen this :o I had a while on those vits from Holland and Barrett and yes, it turned my pee bright yellow! looks like you have your culprit!! :D
  58. spooky

    Seeds & Nuts, are they allowed

    Sorry, no. Unless its in the book its off the menu. Pine nuts etc contain some carbs which can stop you losing weight. :)
  59. spooky

    Yukky question !

    8 pints is loads of water, I would reduce that a bit and split your packs. It may be the nutrients in the packs. Also if you have any lactose free packs use those when you have a bout of the runs. LF packs are choc, choc orange, vanilla, cappuccino, leek and potato, mushroom. They are marked...
  60. spooky

    Explain a gain

    I think the bug too. When we are unwell, the bod tends to hold onto everything it can as a form of self preservation. I would ring your CDC re having a small protein meal at the very least while you are not well. A little chicken and vegetables can work wonders and help you feel better. :)
  61. spooky

    reallly unhappy about this weeks weight loss

    Your CDC is quite right, you do not always get a weight loss. There are other loss measurements, inch loss is one for example. The scales are a (fairly) small part of a weight loss journey. Things like constipation and time of the month can affect a weigh in result, as can drinking large...
  62. spooky

    What does your username mean?

    Mine evolved from another forum name I have - its hallowe'en all year round here!! :D
  63. spooky

    Illuminous pee!!!!!!!!!

    Are you taking any extra vitamin supplements?
  64. spooky

    Counsellor interview today

    I think each interview is slightly different, just see it as them getting to know you a bit, and they will want to know how you will fit in being a CDC if you have other work etc. :)
  65. spooky

    Counsellor interview today

    There's no right or wrong answers, just be yourself and relax!! :D Good luck!
  66. spooky

    toilet issue

    Senna is fine, I have known CDers take Movicol. They (I think) are classed as an aperient rather than a laxative. Dulcolax can give quite bad cramps. Prevention is obv better than cure, you can add psyllium husks to your shakes and also get fibre 89 from your CDC :)
  67. spooky

    cdc help please

    Hi Buffydog, good luck!! One thing I have is a few baby/toddler toys - sometimes it unavoidable that a client will bring a little one. One thing I would have is a clock! Somewhere both you and your clients can see it, and you may need stuff like a tape measure and ensure you have plenty of...
  68. spooky

    Please Help :-(

    Hi New Life Man As a Cambridge Counsellor, I see many males in your situation. I have had no one who has ever said they regret giving the diet a try. Odds on if you are determined enough, you will see changes to your body and you will stick with it and achieve a significant loss. Good luck!!
  69. spooky

    Happy birthday spooky

    :thankyou::thankyou: :D
  70. spooky

    Happy birthday ames1980

    Happy Birthday!!! :D
  71. spooky

    Happy birthday Happe

    Happy Birthday!!! :D You picked a good day LOL its mine too!
  72. spooky

    How do I make the porridge?

    Add 140 mls of hot water, whisk with a fork and microwave for one minute. I found (Or rather DH found :D) that an extra 10mls of water helped as did whisking it halfway through cooking time.:)
  73. spooky

    STUPID CHILD!!!

    No one said anything about anyone being yobs. My original remark was that it was unnecessary to use the phrasing. Not everyone who reads the threads knows the OP. I open threads all over the forum. I am now leaving this thread.
  74. spooky

    STUPID CHILD!!!

    Hang on a minute As a parent myself, when I first read this post it looked as though you were talking about a small child! The thread is entitled 'Stupid Child' and the address 'girl' is used. On first impression it gives that, seeing as a school is mentioned, that you are talking about a...
  75. spooky

    STUPID CHILD!!!

    It was a small child. I don't think she meant any harm or even knew or understood your diet. Not necessary to call her stupid :( I think your reaction to her on here is a little extreme.
  76. spooky

    10 week old baby after cesarean delivery

    She is contraindicated on ANY programe until 3 months after the birth i'm afraid. If she wants clarification, she can ring the Medical Officer at Cambridge. The phone number is 01536 403344 :)
  77. spooky

    10 week old baby after cesarean delivery

    Yes, the timeframe after any birth is 13 weeks, and you must not be breastfeeding at the same time as being on a VLCD :)
  78. spooky

    Claire Sweeney - tv last night

    I think Discovery Health did a series a while ago with people on different diets and discussing the pros and cons of each one. Its a shame programmes like that got overlooked in the press mania to doubt VLCD's work and publish the negative stories which can often be factually inaccurate or omit...
  79. spooky

    5th week self weigh in (CDC couldnt weigh me again!)

    11 weeks left :D I went to a training day for Cambridge today and people thought I was ready to pop!! :eek:
  80. spooky

    5th week self weigh in (CDC couldnt weigh me again!)

    Very concerning :( She is breaking her agreement by not weighing you and allowing someone else (I assume not a CDC) to issue your packs.
  81. spooky

    Davina DVD

    Hi If you are on Sole Source, although exercise is good for you I would not be doing such a high energy programme. Walking, swimming and toning exercise is best in the initial stages of the diet, gradually working up fitness levels as you raise calorie level. :)
  82. spooky

    feel funny, very faint :(

    I would go and have your BP checked - loads of pharmacies offer this now, and also I would split your packs where possible. If you are having any issue with low blood sugar then this should help. :)
  83. spooky

    5th week self weigh in (CDC couldnt weigh me again!)

    Congratulations on your loss :D You should be weighed as often as you get food packs, this is in accordance to the guidelines your CDC should be working to. After 4 weeks, you should certainly have been weighed by now to keep your motivation, and as the above poster said, measuring is...
  84. spooky

    SS + please some tips

    The Quorn pieces or mince are quite versatile - use spices, not salt or garlic, and experiment with different tastes. :)
  85. spooky

    Can't stop drinking tea!

    Hi You still need to aim for your 4 pints of clear fluid in addition to tea and coffee. The book says use skimmed milk too as semi has more calories and fats than skimmed, albeit slight. Good luck for your restart :)
  86. spooky

    Cambridge payment ????

    As a CDC I accept cash and guaranteed cheques :)
  87. spooky

    my CDC said i could take herbal appetite supressants...

    Hiya The diet is not designed to be used with any other weight loss method, herbal or otherwise. I would recommend against using anything other than the plan laid out in the Cambridge booklets. Ketosis is a natural appetite suppressant which comes in usually after about 3 days on the Sole...
  88. spooky

    new mums & mums to be !!! Who`s baby is due next ???

    Happy New Year Bea, and everyone on here. Have had a busy time, baby is kicking the life out of me at the moment. Got a glucose tolerance test on Monday and an incredibly busy week ahead :eek: dunno how I will cope!!! XXX
  89. spooky

    One year ago today

    You look great!! You are very inspirational, I wish you all the best for your maintenance journey :)
  90. spooky

    Moving up the steps to maintainence

    By the time your BMI is 25 you must be following 810 step or above as per guidelines. You can follow 810 whilst your BMI is over 20. :)
  91. spooky

    cambridge diet and doctors

    All people starting on CD are advised to see their GP. However, if your BMI is over 40, or you are on prescribed medication you need a GP signature to start.
  92. spooky

    Lady from Lighter life dies drinking too much water!!

    It is very sad what has happened to this lady. She drank a very large amount of water in a very short period of time rather than drink it through the day. According to press reports she drank 4 litres in under 2 hours. Like all VLCD's, LL say to drink the water over the course of the day...
  93. spooky

    Spare packs?

    I always tell my clients to buy what they need. More often than not people do not need a full weeks worth, and there is no point in overselling.
  94. spooky

    Any news from SOTY

    No name yet, but according to a post on the pink site, its a fella! :D I guess that narrows it down :8855:
  95. spooky

    cambridge diet

    Its perfectly normal, your body is getting used to having very little in comparison to what you ate before. Drink plenty of water, and look at how you can distract yourself, have a pampering bath, check out the minimins arcade.. stick with it and you will see the results :)
  96. spooky

    CD & WW doesn't work!

    CD and WW are definitely not designed to be used together! Its no surprise you are hungry. Carbs in the WW meal making you hungry and you are actually nearer 1000 cals with 4 packs + a meal. 4 packs of 154 cals + 395 cal meal?? If you are going to do 810, you need 3 packs, half a pint of skimmed...
  97. spooky

    Taz's diary - Need to do this!

    Congrats on your gold star!! :D
  98. spooky

    SS and pregnancy- for the ladies!

    I would advise a pregnancy test asap. If you are pregnant then Cambridge is immediately contraindicated for you. I got pregnant while on SS and had to stop immediately. I had problems with my periods while on the diet last year - breakthrough bleeding being the main one. I was not on the pill...
  99. spooky

    7 stone gone

    Fantastic! Congratulations!!! :D
  100. spooky

    Abi's weightloss diary - post jaw surgery

    Sorry you are not feeling great, Abi and you are right, not a great idea to mess with the CD stuff. You will get better weight loss with the correct product. I often find notes in my purse screwed up in receipts! I have a habit of just wrapping notes and receipts together! :D
  101. spooky

    Hello all

    Congratulations!! :-)) You can;t CD while breastfeeding as you need all the nourishment you can for the baby. You need on average an extra 400 calories on top of the GDA of 1500 calories anyway. Just concentrate on enjoying her for the moment, CD will be there in the future XXX
  102. spooky

    Hiya :-)

    Hi Mike Did you do some shopping?!?!
  103. spooky

    do you think my old CDC will h ave me back?

    I don;t see why she would not have you back. As a CDC I see many returners, in fact I had 2 this week. :)
  104. spooky

    Is ICEMOOSE M.I.A.?

    His username is spelt with a lower case I.. try that. :) He is still on the member list.
  105. spooky

    mix a moose

    Your CDC should stock all CD items. If she has none then ask her to order it in for you, she can get it pot by pot - rather than by case :p :)
  106. spooky

    I've got a bug!

    Hmm, this is a hard one. I would certainly make sure you try and have plenty of fluid and if you can, your packs. I would also suggest you have an 810 meal of chicken and veg (sorry I don't know what plan you are on) :)
  107. spooky

    i ate

    Ok,,, Drink water and put it behind you. Often when people go off plan and eat there is the temptation to think 'Oh I have blown it, I may as well carry on' Its stronger to say no and choose not to eat further. You can do this, get back on and make right now a fresh new start. :)
  108. spooky

    Stock cubes - Buillon?

    Just to clarify: The only bouillon suitable for CD is the one available from your CDC. The supermarket ones often contain higher levels of salt and other additives which can knock you out of ketosis. :)
  109. spooky

    Moving up to 810

    I would call your CDC and get clarification as to why she wants you to move up plans. It may be that your BMI is now too low for the Sole Source/Sole Source + programme.:)
  110. spooky

    new mums & mums to be !!! Who`s baby is due next ???

    Hi everyone! Been a while since I posted on here!!! Sunflower, baby Jocelyn looks gorgeous!!!!! Sonkie, poor Hannah hope she is better soon. I had my 20 week scan a couple of weeks ago and I am having another girl :D Poor Hubby is in heaps of trouble now there will be 4 ladies in the house...
  111. spooky

    Christmas lights up - its just WRONG

    Mine go up 16th December and come down on the 2nd January. Dd1's birthday is on the 15th Dec and I don't like it being festooned for Christmas and overshadowing her birthday. And as she is autistic, the quicker they are down the better! :D
  112. spooky

    Christmas lights up - its just WRONG

    Some of my neighbours started a week ago! I went past one of their houses and not only is the outside done up like Oxford Street, the inside is too!!! Tree up, the lot!!!
  113. spooky

    dr pepper zero

    Very true. :clap:
  114. spooky

    Happy birthday FatFairNForty(ish)

    Happy Birthday!!!! :D
  115. spooky

    dr pepper zero

    The official line is that zero calorie drinks except for Cambridge water flavourings are not allowed on the diet. :) It explains this in the Sole Source booklet.
  116. spooky

    Lost CD's number, don't suppose (Bristol)

    Phone 0800 16 14 12 they should be able to help :)
  117. spooky

    just made hubby dinner I want to cry!!!

    Ah, it just takes a bit of getting used to!!! I assume your CDC gave you a Sole Source booklet? have a good read through it, you'll be fine :)
  118. spooky

    just made hubby dinner I want to cry!!!

    Salt is a no-no i'm afraid, you are ok with the pepper though :)
  119. spooky

    overweight

    Fabulous!! Congratulations!!!:D:D
  120. spooky

    Bit disappointed but its still 3lbs

    3lbs is 3lbs. Its fat loss, and its great. Average is 3 - 4 lbs a week on sole source and if you have had off plan food then you have done fantastically well to still lose. :)
  121. spooky

    Which step should I be on? CDCs advice would be welcome too!

    Weights are uncooked :)
  122. spooky

    Have a go at this....

    It will drive you crackers!!! :D Ball Click on the ball to change its colour
  123. spooky

    Which step should I be on? CDCs advice would be welcome too!

    Step 2 (810 kcal per day) Three Cambridge meals Choice one from the protein list: 260g canned tuna (in springwater)drained 175g portion of poultry meat (without skin or fat) 275g portion of white fish 275g quorn or tofu 325g reduced fat cottage cheese 250g plain cottage cheese 190g fresh tuna...
  124. spooky

    Which step should I be on? CDCs advice would be welcome too!

    Tbh with your BMI I would move straight up. Call your CDC and tell them you are moving up a plan. I will brb with food list
  125. spooky

    Which step should I be on? CDCs advice would be welcome too!

    Yes you should be on 810. If you are on SS then move to SS+ for a few days then go on 810 plan. You really need to do the SS+ as you are adding food in and the 810 amounts are big by comparison to Sole Source.
  126. spooky

    Slimmer of the year 2008 - shortlist

    Congratulations!!! :D
  127. spooky

    Is it really true...

    As long as you drink the minimum water of 2 1/4 litres/4 pints per day and a glass extra for every bar or tetra consumed, anything else is a bonus. I think most people find a balance with water intake. I could do 4 litres no problem a day, but some can only do the minimum. Its a case of finding...
  128. spooky

    SS+

    SS+ is very popular among my CD clients. I think probably 90% of people go on SS+. Very few people stick to Sole Source now there is this option. :)
  129. spooky

    TEAM 4 restart - Moving Mountains

    Excellent idea!! :D Good luck to you all this week! :)
  130. spooky

    2morrow thw 1st day of the rest of my life

    Go for it!! :D Good luck!!! :)
  131. spooky

    TEAM 4 restart - Moving Mountains

    Hi Glitterbabe This advice is incorrect. Sole Source Plus is 3 packs PLUS the 200 Cal meal. There is no Cambridge plan that incorporates 2 packs plus one 200 calorie meal. If in doubt, contact Head Office or PM any of the other CDC's on here for clarification. Please have all your packs and the...
  132. spooky

    Skipping packs -advice needed please

    You need all your pack allowance for the day. If you had a protein and small salad meal, it would not provide you with the nutrients in a pack. You risk pushing your body into starvation mode and your weight loss stopping. If you have something over and above the diet plan you are on, you must...
  133. spooky

    Gah! BT Home Hub!

    Forgot in my last post: BT told me my download speed was up to 5meg. In actual fact I get less than 1!! If theres alot of internet traffic it slows my speed down even further and occasionally crashes my internet. Have you done a master reset of the Home Hub? Like you would with a TV box?
  134. spooky

    Happy 21st birthday Kitteh

    Happy Birthday!!!!!! XXXXX
  135. spooky

    Gah! BT Home Hub!

    Yes, I had problems for months. Phone BT and ask them to check your download speed or do it via this site Speedtest.net - The Global Broadband Speed Test If your download speed is not what either you expected, or what BT told you, you would get, phone 150 and threaten to cancel your service. I...
  136. spooky

    Is it a problem? - any CDCs???

    I know you said in your OP that you were sitting and went dizzy, but if you have been over exerting throughout the day it can cause low blood sugar and low blood pressure. You can pop into most lloyds Pharmacies these days and they will check your BP and blood sugar for free. Mention it to your...
  137. spooky

    What Should Counsellors Expect Of Their Clients?

    This job can be as rewarding as it can be frustrating. I have lost count of no shows and no calls. One day I recall I had 13 clients booked in. Only 2 showed up and out of the 11 that did not come, about 5 contacted me. It IS annoying. I would appeal to anyone starting this diet, if you are...
  138. spooky

    CD and trying to conceive???

    I feel pregnant on Sole Source and had to stop the diet immediately. I am not sure about the effects of ketosis and pregnancy but I have had no problems. Lots of posters here have got pregnant while following SS/SS+/810.
  139. spooky

    Need a good kicking!!!!!

    I'll have you know it takes a superhuman effort to retain this womanly form!! ;) :D
  140. spooky

    Need a good kicking!!!!!

    C'mon missis!!! You know you can do this!! Tell you what - i'll make a deal with you - you get slimmer and i will get rounder!! :D
  141. spooky

    Newbie...disappointed by my first weigh in after my first week of SS

    Hiya I think I replied to you on the other forum ;) about this - I forgot to ask one thing tho.. Did you drink lots before you weighed in? A litre of water weighs over 2lbs and if that is swimming around in your system it will affect your loss. Also is your TOTM due?
  142. spooky

    The results are in!!!!

    Oh Hubby is soooooo outnumbered!!!:D
  143. spooky

    The results are in!!!!

    Its a... GIRL!!!!
  144. spooky

    The results are in!!!!

    Well, I know!!:D
  145. spooky

    The results are in!!!!

    One hour to go!!! :D
  146. spooky

    CDC

    I see my clients on a one to one basis, however if they want to bring someone with them regardless of whether or not that person is doing the diet, fine. Some CDC's hold group sessions, some don't. Some go out to houses, some don't. Its really up to the CDC. If you are not happy with any aspect...
  147. spooky

    The results are in!!!!

    I guess its about 50/50. Some people do not want to know, but I have heard of sonographers letting it slip!! They are wrong occasionally, so I say its likely it will be rather than it definitely is. The only way to tell for certain is through amnio test as far as I know.
  148. spooky

    CDC

    As a CDC, I ask my clients how their week has been and discuss any problems which arise. I weigh them, work out their BMI and measure them if they wish. Then we select food packs for the next week. We normally end up having a chat about other stuff too :D A weekly weigh in can last anything from...
  149. spooky

    The results are in!!!!

    Yes we want to know. We found out with both the girls, and of course they want to know too! I get alot of people asking them whether they want a brother or a sister like they actually have a choice iyswim. Better to tell them (esp. Dd1 who is Autistic) and let them get used to the idea of...
  150. spooky

    The results are in!!!!

    Ooo its even stevens!!! 50/50!!! :D
  151. spooky

    The results are in!!!!

    Got my 20 week scan tomorrow - boy or girl?? I have 2 daughters already and all 3 pregnancies have so far been totally different... :D:D
  152. spooky

    Facebook questions.

    If I were you, I would set my account to private (you can do this in settings) and only accept the requests that you want. The ignore button is my best friend :D Only accept the friends you are happy to see your profile or adjust the settings so they can only see limited information.
  153. spooky

    Pimp that snack OMG

    Look quite tempting to me ;) :D
  154. spooky

    Facebook virus

    Got it and deleted it straight away! :D They can't spell, whoever is sending it!!!! :rolleyes: :D
  155. spooky

    New Photos Posted

    Wow Chris!!! You look fan - blimmin - tastic!!!! And years younger too!! ;) :D
  156. spooky

    new mums & mums to be !!! Who`s baby is due next ???

    Congratulations Sarah!!! Oooo there's something in the Minimins water!!!! :D:D
  157. spooky

    i saw the bloke from here who has lost loads in a mag

    One of my clients mentioned this - I couldn't work out who it was!!! Shan't bother buying that magazine..:rolleyes: From what I see there's loads of inaccuracies.
  158. spooky

    Stretch marks anyone??

    Yep, Bio Oil and Vitamin E cream here - I am not so much like a road map LOL :D
  159. spooky

    Over 9st gone!

    Wow Chris!! You have done fantastically well and deserve all those compliments!! :D
  160. spooky

    Angry at Ex-Husband. SOme things never go away.

    I should think, after reading that and excerpts of your diary, you have every right to be narked with him. I am glad for you that you found you did not need to turn to food. :)
  161. spooky

    Andrea (Caresss) had her op! Just called her and....

    She is hoping to be home today!! She has done very well overnight, and although she is tired and in a bit of discomfort she is 'functioning' properly :D Case of wait and see the Doctor... She says to pass on her thanks for the messages and she will hopefully post when she is home.
  162. spooky

    5 things you probably dont know about me

    Oo I love threads like this! :D 1) I hate Marmalade and love Marmite :rolleyes: 2) I am always early :cool: 3) I am a fan of Red Dwarf and Def Leppard :D 4) I love Gangster Movies - esp. anything with Ray Liotta in. :drool: 5) I used to run a Pub. :D
  163. spooky

    scratchings on the cambridge diet!

    Bloomin' heck! I thought I had heard it all!! :rolleyes: Nope, too much fat and salt, and nto good to stray off plan. :)
  164. spooky

    Sorry another question...can I have candoral in my coffee?

    If all you have is powder then I personally would have it for tonight and get some tablets asap :)
  165. spooky

    Sorry another question...can I have candoral in my coffee?

    Canderel tablet sweetener is fine :)
  166. spooky

    What does AAMW means plz?

    AAMW usually applies to longer term CD'ers who have been on the diet since the start of the year. The programmes were redesigned in February. The old AAMW used to be 4 weeks on SS then AAM for one week. The new steps basically cancels this out. You can now SS or SS+ for 12 weeks before moving to...
  167. spooky

    Andrea (Caresss) had her op! Just called her and....

    Just signed her up for a marathon tomorrow!! :D
  168. spooky

    Andrea (Caresss) had her op! Just called her and....

    Just had the message, she is out of theatre and doing ok. She hopes they may let her home tomorrow :eek:
  169. spooky

    Andrea (Caresss) had her op! Just called her and....

    I will post when I hear she is out of theatre. Hopefully around 5-6pm. :)
  170. spooky

    Andrea (Caresss) had her op! Just called her and....

    Just spoken to Andrea and she is about to have her pre-med and her hernia repair op later this afternoon. Good luck sis!!:D
  171. spooky

    OMG No Porridge

    :confused: I am ordering it in 6 boxes at a time no problems....
  172. spooky

    810 protein - cooked or uncooked weights?

    it's uncooked weight :D
  173. spooky

    Here I go again!

    Good luck!! :D
  174. spooky

    CD creeps back onto Ebay

    Thanks Lyn:D
  175. spooky

    810 help needed.

    Here's the 810 list Step 2 (810 kcal per day) Three Cambridge meals Choice one from the protein list: 260g canned tuna (in springwater)drained 175g portion of poultry meat (without skin or fat) 275g portion of white fish 275g quorn or tofu 325g reduced fat cottage cheese 250g plain cottage...
  176. spooky

    2nd weigh in

    Thats a fab loss, well done!! :D Your body will lose weight and inches as it wants to - don't worry about this '3 week curse'
  177. spooky

    CD creeps back onto Ebay

    Listings both gone this morning.
  178. spooky

    CD creeps back onto Ebay

    Ebay does get busier though in the approach to Christmas. I have just searched Cambridge Diet on there and those were the only 2 food listings - the others being booklets and sero bars - not a Cambridge item.
  179. spooky

    CD creeps back onto Ebay

    There is an agreement in place about this, but just keep reporting any listings you see as banned items :) I have reported both as a prohibited food item.
  180. spooky

    Average weight loss on SS

    Yes, the average is a stone a month. First week losses are usually higher and loss settles to 3 - 4 lbs per week. Some weeks you may see little or no loss but get inch loss. On those weeks its important to see the bigger picture and your overall losses. :)
  181. spooky

    as of now ive lost.........

    Woo hoo!! Congratulations!!! :D
  182. spooky

    i bought a size .........................

    Thats brilliant!!!! :D
  183. spooky

    What a long day its been

    Blimey!!! Great job!!! Congratulations!!! :D
  184. spooky

    Bars?

    Oh phew!!! I thought you were having nothing at all!!! :D Glad to hear that is not the case!!
  185. spooky

    Does this site ever attract Anorexics ?

    Interesting thread. I use another forum where there are a fair few people with an eating disorder - its not a dieting forum, a general discussion group. In my experience, people with ED's look for websites that encourage the positive side (if there is one) of their particular disorder. However...
  186. spooky

    What are the best weighing Scales, What do CDC's Use?

    I use digital Salter scales - got mine from Argos. They self calibrate every time they are used. Not keen on the old style 'dial' ones, notoriously inaccurate for me :D
  187. spooky

    starting again...

    Good luck! :D
  188. spooky

    Add A Meal?

    Tbh I don't know about the gherkins, but as far as onions go, they have natural sugars and a higher carb level in them.
  189. spooky

    Appointment with CDC on Friday at 11:30

    Good luck for your Cambridge journey!! :D
  190. spooky

    Just managed Day 1 of SS!!!

    Thats great. Now you have done one, you know you can do it!! Here's to day 2!! :D
  191. spooky

    WI Results

    Thats great!! Congratulations!!!:D
  192. spooky

    Bars?

    :eek: Who told you not to eat??? Of course you are allowed to eat on WI day. Just carry on as normal. I recommend that my clients only drink enough to quench thirst for an hour or so before weigh in, because otherwise carrying a litre of water weighs an extra 2.2 lbs. Added to a potentially...
  193. spooky

    Woohooo 1st weigh in .......

    Fab!! :D Congratulations!!!
  194. spooky

    should i came out and in again ?

    Ketostix - if you have to test then keep it to your first wee of the day. Later on you will dilute your ketones as you drink water. Try and hold off the bars and def hold off the coke zero. Certainly till ketosis is well established with the bars. Coke zero is not recommended cos it can make you...
  195. spooky

    Moving up - help?!

    Yes, but bear in mind that on the 1000 plan you will still probably lose a pound or two!! Then you will be on your way to maintenance :)
  196. spooky

    Moving up - help?!

    To clarify: You start to move up the plans at BMI 25+1 stone. For most people this is around BMI 26/26.5. If you are on SS then start with SS+ for at least a week, pref 2 then up to 810. The 810 plan is suitable for anyone with a BMI over 20. If you wish you can stay on 810 till you near your...
  197. spooky

    Add A Meal?

    :giggle: probably! Oh Mushrooms are ok on 810 too. :)
  198. spooky

    Add A Meal?

    Nope, sorry!! The rule of thumb is as long as its green and leafy, grows above the ground and its not onion or garlic its ok.
  199. spooky

    I'm gonna do this!

    There is no reason why you should have 4 packs a day. You are under 5'8 so if you don't want 4 then don't have 4. Just another note about bars - they are usually recommended on week 3 as you need to establish ketosis. Some people find the bars make them feel hungrier in the first couple of weeks.:)
  200. spooky

    Add A Meal?

    No Parsnips - they are a root vegetable. Contain lots of carbs and natural sugars. :)
  201. spooky

    Add A Meal?

    You will still need to do 810 on week 13. SS+ is still a VLCD and you have to come off for one week as per guidelines regarding CD
  202. spooky

    New to CD

    Hi and welcome Good luck, stick to the plan, drink loads and you will be losing the pounds in no time!! :D:D
  203. spooky

    Add A Meal?

    You do have all 3 shakes.. here's the food list. Step 2 (810 kcal per day) Three Cambridge meals Choice one from the protein list: 260g canned tuna (in springwater)drained 175g portion of poultry meat (without skin or fat) 275g portion of white fish 275g quorn or tofu 325g reduced fat...
  204. spooky

    Starting CD next week! Ahhh!

    I have been a CD Counsellor for more than a year now :eek: baby due in march - very much planned number 3 :D You know where I am if you need anything XX
  205. spooky

    I am overweight!!!!!!!!!

    Brilliant news!! Congratulations!!! :D
  206. spooky

    Add A Meal?

    Add a meal week only exists for long term dieters who started pre february. Sole Source and Sole Source plus can now be used for up to 12 weeks (BMI dependent) and then 810 step must be used for one week. If you still have weight to lose or your BMI permits it you go back to SS/SS+. :)
  207. spooky

    Dinka Donka's Diary - Still here but bloomin frustrated!

    Brilliant!! Well done :D
  208. spooky

    Porridge

    Unfortunately not every CD product suits everyone. Its a case of try them and find the ones that suit you best. :)
  209. spooky

    NEW ACCREDITED CDC !!!

    Yay!! Congratulations!! blimey you were quick with the paperwork!!! :D
  210. spooky

    BMI inbalance in calculation between men & Woman?

    Like I said in my post, remember its not the only tool.. the mirror is another good one :D
  211. spooky

    BMI inbalance in calculation between men & Woman?

    BMI is a useful tool, but only takes into account height versus weight. it takes no account of build or muscle mass, or gender. Its only one tool I use as a CDC. I use the Ashwell shape calculator (waist measurement versus height) and also I have a body fat monitor. The tape measure is my best...
  212. spooky

    A TOTM question, if easily embarrassed, look away now

    People regularly experience breakthrough bleeding on CD - if it gets heavy or goes on for a long time - more than say a week, then go and see your GP just to check all is ok. It is normal - I have ladies who have the coil who have not had periods in 3 years and they have a breakthrough. It does...
  213. spooky

    first weigh in

    Great week one loss!! Congratulations!!! :D
  214. spooky

    First weigh in :)

    Fantastic!! :D (bars and water flavourings are not recommended before you have done 14 days though, keep an eye on your losses and if you feel hungry, go back to just packs.) :)
  215. spooky

    Gah, first blip after 2 months

    Uniqua - put it behind you. You have done fabulously so far, Don;t let this one blip be the start of something you don't want. You can do this, complete your journey and be successful. Good luck. :)
  216. spooky

    Is this right ?????

    Some people have absolutely no problems going into ketosis - if you have stuck to the plan and have no side effects then fab!! :D
  217. spooky

    Gaz & Scaz - your views!

    I like your approach! Wish there were more like you both!!! :D
  218. spooky

    restarting on wednesday, feeling very very nervous

    Put it behind you :) Look forwards and not back. I am sure you will be fine, you have done it before! :D
  219. spooky

    restarting on wednesday, feeling very very nervous

    Good luck for your restart!! Keep reminding yourself of your reasons to lose weight and keep posting!! :D
  220. spooky

    happy birthday to me

    Happy birthday!! :D
  221. spooky

    Porrige - i get what all the fuss is about!

    Hiya You can have Porridge straight away, Stick to one a day for the time being and keep an eye on your weight loss. The cayenne should be fine. :)
  222. spooky

    Restarting again

    Good luck on your restart! :D
  223. spooky

    what is rimnoband??

    Its another name for Accomplia - a drug to help weight loss. :) ALL ABOUT ACCOMPLIA
  224. spooky

    Looking for CDC advice

    I would look at SS+ and if that does not solve your hunger them move to 810. It could be that you are doing too much exercise and getting your body into aerobic zone which will make you hungry. You may need to slow your exercise down if your weight loss slows down. :)
  225. spooky

    porridge and keto stick quistion

    Make the porridge according to the instructions on the pack. Keto stick - if its dark purple after your first wee of the day you need to drink more and dilute the ketones. Don't test too often, if the stick comes up peach and you have stuck to the plan its because you have diluted the ketones...
  226. spooky

    Porrige - i get what all the fuss is about!

    1) shouldn't knock you out of ketosis, however if weight loss slows down have less. A pack every couple of days or something. 2) just whisk with a fork before putting it in the microwave 3) stir halfway through cooking :D:D:D
  227. spooky

    I gained weight on cambridge! why?

    You will be fine with the bars as long as you wait till ketosis is established. I usually suggest that for the first few days you split them and have in 2 halves. It is unlikely that bars will slow down your loss, however if you find that they do then have less of them and more packs. :)
  228. spooky

    I gained weight on cambridge! why?

    Bars should be from week 3. After 14 days on plan. The reason for this is to ensure ketosis is well established before adding them in. Same goes for water flavourings and Mix A Mousse.
  229. spooky

    I gained weight on cambridge! why?

    I would only weigh once a week with my CDC. I found if I got on the scales at home it would upset me!! The body is strange, you can stay the same or gain for a few days then lose it all and more seemingly overnight. Put the scales in your loft out of the way ;) :D Bars ore recommended from week...
  230. spooky

    starting on sunday

    good luck for your restart!! :D
  231. spooky

    Help with black tea

    Hiya Black tea is :jelous:!!! Sorry I have no suggestions for brands.. You can use a tablet sweetener in it. With Green Tea, if you put a little cold water in the cup before adding the hot and tea bag, then its not nearly as bitter! :D
  232. spooky

    Would i qualify for the 810 plan?

    Yes, the 790 plan was a VLCD whereas the 810 is a LCD. Those extra 20 cals make all the difference :D Anyone with a BMI of under 25+ one stone to lose cannot start on a Cambridge VLCD.
  233. spooky

    Would i qualify for the 810 plan?

    810 is suitable for anyone with a BMI of over 20 so yes :)
  234. spooky

    Trafford Centre Monday 15 December Xmas shopping meet

    :cry: Her birthday is the 15th!! On the friday 12th she is at SEN panel. I guess I will have to try to make the next one :(
  235. spooky

    Trafford Centre Monday 15 December Xmas shopping meet

    :( I can't come Dec 12th.. too close to Dd1's birthday...
  236. spooky

    Trafford Centre Monday 15 December Xmas shopping meet

    Flirty - either weekdays or Sat. DietingQueen - either but preferably weekday Tazzi - either but after 8th Dec Becky - Dec ... prefer a Sat Susan Spooky - in Manchester the 29th Nov, if then, then I'm a comin!! :D
  237. spooky

    Name help pleeeeeeeeeease?!

    Salon near me called Beauty Lishus....
  238. spooky

    Trafford Centre Monday 15 December Xmas shopping meet

    If its the 29th November, I am in Manchester for an evening dooo so may be able to meet afternoon?? :D
  239. spooky

    realising how much you DID eat??

    I could have written your post myself. I used to do exactly the same. I used to have a snack if I went to town and think 'oh it dosen't count cos i didn't eat it at home' :eek: :D Soon learnt my lesson!! :D
  240. spooky

    Question - Slimfast V Tetra Packs

    this is an old thread, dates 8th may! I suspect the OP has been on holiday now :D
  241. spooky

    Step 2 - 810

    Copied from another post on here today: Step 2 (810 kcal per day) Three Cambridge meals Choice one from the protein list: 260g canned tuna (in springwater)drained 175g portion of poultry meat (without skin or fat) 275g portion of white fish 275g quorn or tofu 325g reduced fat cottage cheese...
  242. spooky

    Step 2 - 810

    If its too much at one sitting then split it into 2 meals :) remember to split your veg allowance too!
  243. spooky

    quick questions - is CD like slimfast?

    CD and slim fast are completely different formulas. On slimfast ketosis is unlikely as the packs contain alot more carbs and sugars. Slim fast also relies on you having a 600 calorie meal (I think!! LOL) whereas CD is total abstinence on SS. If you struggle, best as Mandye says not to pick if...
  244. spooky

    2nd WI and....

    Brilliant loss for 2 weeks!!! :D
  245. spooky

    12 weeks in & I'm.............

    Woo hoo!!! Fabulous!!!! Congratulations!!! :D
  246. spooky

    Starting CD next week! Ahhh!

    :wavey: Nice to see you back!!! :D
  247. spooky

    My account

    For some functions you need lots of posts too. Here is a useful thread :) http://www.minimins.com/introductions/46674-minis-guided-tour-minimins.html
  248. spooky

    Broccoli and cheese soup, yuk!

    Not tried mixing it, but yes, it is an acquired taste! :D You can add extra water if you wish to dilute the taste a little and add pepper, but not salt or garlic.:)
Back
Top