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  1. JulesyR

    JUNE 2015 CHALLENGE. COME AND JOIN US again

    Updated for Cazdav22355 and me added. Let's hope I actually reach the target for June- if I am right about my last May weigh-in, meeting June's target would find me at the lowest weight in a decade Nanny Doreen - Target 5lbs S_J_B - Target 8lbs Razzle Dazzle - Target 7lbs Walli31 -...
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    Anyone 12 stones to 11 stones

    Woohoo well done Lauren! It's a fab feeling xx Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    May 2015 challenge. Come and join us

    Nanny Doreen - Target 6lbs. - + 1/2 - 6.1/2 to go. lost 1. - 5.5lbs to go Fishface19 - 10lbs KG0904 -7lbs Iwillbeslim2015 - 8lb -lost 4lb- 4lb to go JulesyR - target 6lbs - lost 1.5lbs-4.5lbs to go DianaS-Target-6lbs-4.5lbs lost-1.5lbs to go Pink - Target 10lbs - lost 3lbs - 7lbs to go...
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    Totally Free Corn Salsa

    This was fab- I actually added a chopped apple for its 2nd outing which also added a lovely sweet dimension. Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Anyone 12 stones to 11 stones

    Finally lost something this month- think I took my foot off the pedal breaking into the 12s and stayed the same until today- 1.5lbs down. Just need to stay focussed but it's very patchy . Wish I could be a little more consistent Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    May 2015 challenge. Come and join us

    3rd weigh in of May and finally lost something - 1.5lbs down. I think breaking into the 12s made me take my foot off the pedal. Hopefully I'll match it next week to make 50% of my target for May. (Can't seem to copy and paste- please can someone update mine when ey next do theirs? Ta!) Sent...
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    Extra Easy Days Having a hard time

    Awwhhh hon, sorry that you are having a rough time. Just a thought but is now the best time to be putting the pressure of dieting on yourself? You haven't said whether you have maintained or put on, just that you haven't lost. If you hadn't had half an eye on SW would you have out on more...
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    Green Days Does Green plan still exist?

    Yes it does http://group.slimmingworld.com/useful-features/green-original.aspx You need to be a member to access that though..... Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Totally Free Corn Salsa

    Hmmmm this is my kind of food - thank you! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Green Days What ever happen to the Green plan?

    Hi, Green is available online : http://group.slimmingworld.com/useful-features/green-original.aspx Hope that helps Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Meetings - The good, The bad and The ugly?

    Oh this did make me giggle! Personally I love group, I am new to my area and it's been great seeing the same friendly faces each week. I have a SW friend who I occasionally meet for coffee and text for support/checkins and have been adopted by the two eldest members of the group. We...
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    Re joining after 2 years

    Hey, I'm also a rejoiner and also struggled at first. Yes some of the syns have changed and some of the stuff that used to be free isn't - savoury rice for example. In a strange way it made me become more focussed as it wasn't as "natural" or "easy" as reverting to the old and very ingrained...
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    Struggling really bad

    Hey you, We ALL have times when we get disheartened, become unmotivated and skip group. I try and think about what would have happened if I had thrown SW completely to the wall- would that gain have been 3lbs? 5lbs? Have you lost on SW? How far into your journey are you? Is it time of the...
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    Anyone 12 stones to 11 stones

    Hey, I'm also the same height (well .5cm taller) and I have the same goal weight as Pink- but for me it's a psychological target - it would mean I was 10stone something rather than 11, if only by a pound . It currently seems a loooooonggg way off at 12st 13 Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Doing the C25K

    Hey ladies- how's it going..it's gone awfully quiet on here..... Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    May 2015 challenge. Come and join us

    Right, 1st of May, c'mon ladies let's get focused and smash May! Good luck everyone xx Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Almost syn free potato salad

    Making this as I type ☺️ - thank you this may well be a life saver for my bank holiday away! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Healthy Extra

    So thing = something (oops autocorrect!) Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Healthy Extra

    Depending on the weight you can use it as your healthy b - or syn it if you fancy so thing else as your hex B. Hope that helps! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
  20. JulesyR

    NSVs - Non Scale Victories

    Whilst Getting new bras for my shrinking boobs, the lady in M&S said I had to try the matching knickers and asked me what size I was. I immediately said 16 and she responded that I looked more like a 14 to her. And she was right!!! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Doing the C25K

    How annoying- never mind it will mean you are fully recovered for W4 again, which I am sure will be a lot easier. I'll have moved onto W4 by Tuesday..... Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Anyone 12 stones to 11 stones

    Hello all, Just saying hi as I finally broke the 13 stone barrier and am 12 stone 13 Hopefully getting into the 11s won't take me as long, but then again not seen those for a decade! Happy to be here anyway Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Anyone running whilst doing slimming world?

    Hey all- there is a thread on the off topic bit for bods doing the C25k, (on an iPad so don't know how to post a link......) Supermassivewide load- your losses may slow in the early stages as your muscles hold onto fluid whilst they are recovering (lymph fluid brings nutrients and takes waste...
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    May 2015 challenge. Come and join us

    Nanny Doreen - Target 6lbs. - Fishface19 - 10lbs KG0904 -7lbs Iwillbeslim2015 - 8lb JulesyR - 6lbs April was disastrous and with two camping weekends May not be much better! **focus....must focus.....** Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Doing the C25K

    Just completed W2 and I'm actually looking forward to starting W3 I have to say the jump to 5 min in W4 scares me at this point, but I'm not going to think about and just get motivation from you ladies and the London Marathon......this time next year maybe? Lol Sent from my iPad using...
  26. JulesyR

    Don't think I can do this

    Hmmm explain to him how that makes you feel. Generally those of us that are on SW (or any diet) have issues with food and really don't benefit from having criticism about our eating portions- you have taken a positive step, give yourself a pat on the back for that. Also next time he comments...
  27. JulesyR

    SW the Vegan or Vegetarian way....

    Hmmm beetroot falafel- could you pat the recipe please? We always have a huge crop of beetroot and I love falafel Thank you! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Doing the C25K

    Good for you! Who cares if you do the same week twice- I often give myself 2 days off rather than one, for me it's about not giving up and reaching the goal eventually. Bit like my weight loss journey lol Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Doing the C25K

    I have just got home from my 2nd run on week 2. I have always hated running but perversely find it gives me the greatest satisfaction when I do it! . I'm using it with run keeper and this mornings effort was 3.25km in 30 mins. A 5k in 30 mins suddenly doesn't seem so impossible. Be great to...
  30. JulesyR

    April 1015 challenge

    Yeah, but 7lbs in one week isn't doable so I meant target wise- not that I'm going off plan . My very poor April performance has strengthened my will for May Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    April 1015 challenge

    STS this week, can't really complain (but still want to ) That's me done for April, roll on May's challenge..... Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
  32. JulesyR

    Are quorn Lincolnshire sausages syn free?

    These are all the quorn sausages on the SW site Quorn Sausages, frozen 10 pack ( 37.5g each )½ Quorn Sausages, chilled 6 pack ( 42g each )1 Quorn Sausages, frozen 8 pack ( 42g each )1 Quorn Mini Sausages, chilled 12 pack ( 15g each )½ Quorn Low Fat Sausages, frozen 6 pack ( 50g each )FREE Quorn...
  33. JulesyR

    Have no bloody idea sw changed

    Hi, not a huge amount changed and as Patchwork Puss says- if it worked last time it will again! I personally like the support of a group but know that doesn't work for everyone. Good luck on the wetsuit diet - I'm a diver too and when my luggage (with wetsuit) was lost it was the most...
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    Aldi foods which are free?

    Aldi Cupshotz Noodle Snack, Chicken, dried ( 54g sachet )FREE Aldi Make in Minutes Pasta & Sauce, Tomato, Onion & Herb, made up as directed ( 100g cooked )½ Aldi Make in Minutes Pasta & Sauce, Chicken & Mushroom, made up as directed ( 100g cooked )½ Aldi Cupshotz Noodle Snack, Spicy Sweet &...
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    Aldi foods which are free?

    Aldi The Cheese Emporium Cottage Cheese with Pineapple ( per 100g )FREE Aldi The Cheese Emporium Cottage Cheese with Chives ( per 100g )FREE Aldi The Cheese Emporium Natural Cottage Cheese ( per 100g ) All free.... Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    April 1015 challenge

    Well, got rid of last weeks gain plus another pound.....still way behind... Nanny Doreen - Target 5lbs +1/2 . 5.1/2lb to go. Pink - Target 14lbs - lost 6lbs - 8lbs to go Diana S - Target 8lbs Iwillbeslim2015 - Target 8lbs- lost 3lb- 5 to go Shygirl84 - Target 6lbs Another Tracy - Target...
  37. JulesyR

    Ainsley Harriott Thai Cous Cous

    Ainsleys Aromatic Thai style cous cous without butter, 100gr = 2 syns Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Red Lentils

    Ooooh love this idea- will try it out soon, thank you Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    April 1015 challenge

    Hmm I can't copy this without all the metatags- would someone mind adding/changing mine please? One wapping chinese meal, one huge non SW roast, one pudding and several bottles of wine =0.5lb gain. So that's target of 8lbs, lost 0lbs, 8.5lbs to go Now that really is going to be a challenge...
  40. JulesyR

    A Catalogue of Indian Recipes (Bhuna, Jalfrezi, Balti, Madras, Korma and many more)

    Bumping Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    April 1015 challenge

    8lbs for me- will put me exactly in the mid 12's Nanny Doreen - Target 5lbs Pink - Target 14lbs Diana S - Target 8lbs Iwillbeslim2015 - Target 8lbs Shygirl84 - Target 6lbs Liverbird52 - Target 8lbs Another Tracy - Target 8lbs - 0lbs lost - 8lb to go SJB Target 10lbs upndown - Target...
  42. JulesyR

    Extra Easy Operation

    Hope the op was successful and you're on the mend. Easy explanation for being bloated- any invasive procedure is perceived by the body to be damage. Your body stores fluid and specifically lymph fluid to facilitate repair. Think about when you turn an ankle and it gets puffy- extra fluid! If...
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    Extra Easy Bloating help

    Congratulations on your weight loss- that's amazing! Has the bloating been a recent thing or for your whole SW journey? Did you have it before? Maybe keeping a food diary and linking it to how bloated you feel- I know that bread, even just the hex b, bloats me immediately. Different things...
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    Newbie!

    Sounds like you have it right already- plan, plan and plan! It's when I get caught unorganised that I go off plan. Cook extra portions of stuff and freeze for when it just isn't feasible to cook. Welcome and good luck! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Babybel burgers?

    These sound amazing! I'm guessing you could use any hex a cheese (Roquefort burgers spring to mind ) Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Freezer meals

    The classics of bolognaise and chilli are always good. I like to have a selection of soups as well. Bags of frozen spinach, portions of rice and homemade mash (made with stock rather than butter/milk/cream!) are great to add to pre made casseroles/curries There are loads of recipes on here and...
  47. JulesyR

    Lymphodeama and slimming world

    Probably something you have covered but are you drinking enough water? And/or is it a * week? Are you using your syns? Eating enough? Stick to it, it may just be a bump, all our journeys are different and men do seem to loose it more easily especially at the beginning so try not to compare...
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    What is Hot Smoked Salmon?

    Jamie O has a recipe for it: http://www.jamieoliver.com/recipes/fish-recipes/hot-smoked-salmon-with-an-amazing-chilli-salsa/#OmJoAeiTXYI4iGzT.97 Looks remarkably easy Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    The slimming world app

    It's not a great app- so much possible functionality that is missing. At MyFitness Pal you can scan bar codes and it gives you all the nutritional info- this would be amazing if it gave you the syn values. I'm trialling the new diary online- again the search functions are awful.....hope they...
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    Idiots in the Gym and general weirdness

    Best one for me was a fully made up girl, walking on the treadmill while chatting on her phone AND eating a boost bar. Actually made me laugh and still puts a smile on my face Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Extra Easy Re joined Slimming World

    Break it down to smaller goals - less daunting than a big one, less likely to get discouraged. Good luck! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Green Days Belly fat!!!

    It is one of the major pains in slimming that we can't spot reduce- our body shapes are our body shapes (I'm pear shaped, with legs like tree trunks )- the stomach is the first place it goes for me! On the plus side we can spot tone, so the underlying muscle tight and that will reduce the...
  53. JulesyR

    Looking for some advice on what to expect when I start exercising :)

    Hi Matt, I tend to find that my weight loss slows down when I am exercising, and you will see a lot of comments that say the same. It is a tad annoying that on the weeks I work out the hardest I loose the least BUT I am more toned and actually less bothered about the weight than the overall...
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    Wrap/wraps? Any as a HexB??

    Hi I've just checked - the WW love fibre pitta breads are a hexB, but you're only allowed 1. They are 5 syns otherwise. Hope that helps! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
  55. JulesyR

    Weight Gain In First week!!

    Hi I see that you had branflakes and wholemeal bread- if you are doing Extra Easy one of those should be a hex b and the other synned. Also you don't seem to always be having 1/3 super free foods (although the that is the old terminology I think)- baked beans and jacket / poached egg and beans...
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    A Catalogue of Indian Recipes (Bhuna, Jalfrezi, Balti, Madras, Korma and many more)

    Hi, I notice you say to whip the yoghurt- as in whipping egg whites? Why? Does this stop it splitting? Really looking forward to trying pretty much all of your recipes! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins.com
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    Soba noodles

    Hi, Does anyone know if soba noodles can be used as a hex b on a red day? There are wholemeal so the same as whole wheat pasta? Thanks in advance! :)
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    Anyone 12 stones to 11 stones

    :wavey: Hello! I lost 1lb last night so am officially in the 12s at 12st 13. Hurrah! Hopefully I will be here for a while and not end up back in the 13s post christmas :o
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    Weight watchers OR slimming world help needed please :/

    Hi I lost 2.5 stone on slimming world, and got down to 12st. I put some back on (now about 12st 10 - weigh in tomorrow) but am back on it to get into my 11s. When you say "my size" what is that? You don't have any height on your profile.... There are a lot of people that have got to target on...
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    plantar fasciitis

    You're welcome- prob should say you have to do the Stretches and can rolling religiously, at least twice a day. Hope it gets better soon, literally is a pain!
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    Extra Easy Days Last chance saloon!

    Really glad to hear it! Celebrate each day :) Hope all goes well with the doc and on plan x
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    plantar fasciitis

    Yep, had it a couple of times. Causes/solutions vary but: Ibuprofen Calf stretches Rolling cold can / small bottle of frozen water under the arch of the foot If it doesn't improve after a week /10 days I would go and see a Physio. Hope that helps!
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    Extra Easy Days Last chance saloon!

    Hi, I've read this post with real interest. As with many (or most) people on this forum this is not my first visit. Having kept 2 stone if for nearly 2 yrs I had a bout of depression and put 1st 10lbs back on in 3 months. I note your comments on the sabotaging relationship you have with your...
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    Anyone 12 stones to 11 stones

    Hello :wavey: I'm sneaking in early to say hi - I weighed in at 13st 0 on Wednesday and am SO excited about being in the 12s next week I can hardly contain myself. I might have to have a sneaky early weigh in...... Hoping to join you officially on Wed (if not before!)
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    Whats your next goal(s)?

    Well, here I am updating- was really not good for a while, and then finally got back on it. -3.5lbs for my 1stone- DONE -5lbs to get into the 12s- .5 of a lb to go, next wk -8lbs in Oct- failed miserably!!! :( So updated goals: Into 12s by next week 12s10 by 19th Dec Stay in the 12s for my 5...
  66. JulesyR

    Is Coke Zero allowed

    Does that mean that Sprite Zero is ok?
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    Extra Easy What am I doing wrong?

    Maybe you are not eating enough? Are you having your hex's and your syns? How long were you maintaining for? How far from target are you? It sounds like you are doing success express - which is only really meant to be done for a week to kick start things. Have you upped your exercise? Are...
  68. JulesyR

    Extra Easy Sarting today!

    Hey, Welcome to slimming world! I know a fair few people that have swapped from WW to SW. To be honest they have struggled for the first few weeks (I think I would if I suddenly swapped to WW) BUT when they have followed the plan realise that it is more flexible, generally healthier and works...
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    Slimming world & the Gym ?!

    This is an interesting post. And I see the logic - even though it flies against the face of everything we "know" Exercise boosts the metabolism? It seems the reverse might be true | Dr Briffa's Blog - A Good Look at Good Health
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    Back again.....lots of help needed

    Hey, welcome back! Loads of support and help on these pages, so I am sure you'll do fine :)
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    Self indulgent post

    Amazing - well done you! Enjoy it for a while before you consider a new goal! :)
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    +*^*+ November Challenge +*^*+

    Well no cover in my group's case :( oh well. November here we come (well via a week diving in Egypt but at least I'll be getting my body magic in! :D )
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    +*^*+ November Challenge +*^*+

    I did question whether him having a holiday was allowed!! Thanks Text F you might be right, maybe weigh on Monday instead :) Have a good weekend too !
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    +*^*+ November Challenge +*^*+

    Right well due to my consultant taking a week off, my scales breaking and then me being off on hols for the last weigh in for Oct I don't know if I made my Oct challenge! I might try and sneak a weigh when I am away this weekend. I will miss the first weigh in of Nov too so not going to set...
  75. JulesyR

    BOREDOM

    or serve it with a dollop of fat free yoghurt on the top!
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    BOREDOM

    but think of the store of lovely low syn/syn free goodies you will have in the freezer - great for when you really don't want to cook. I love that when I don't fancy cooking and I realise I can just take something out of the freezer and defrost it!
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    BOREDOM

    let us know what you end up creating!
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    Help re meal out after WI

    don't know about the noodle dishes but beef and mush / chicken in oyster sauce both 4.5 syns on ave chicken and black bean 5syns chicken and mush 5.5 syns chicken chop suey with noodles 5.5 syns hope that helps!
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    By xmas....

    I shall be in New Zealand for 5 weeks from the 19th dec, visiting my brother and his family. I shall try desperately to loose another 10lbs before then and then keep it off whilst I am there!
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    Cherry bakewell hi fi?

    Absolutely revolting!! Way too sweet and it was only manners that stopped me spitting out the little taster bit from our consultant. Alpen light cherry bakewells are lovely though
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    Need kick up the bum (metaphorically speaking)

    Hey, I think most people have this issue at one time or another. I hate to say it but a day or two off plan totally normally helps me. Have you got a slimming buddy? I was struggling last week and someone from group kindly emailed me a couple of times with "motivational quotes" of the day...
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    BOREDOM

    Hey, I am a shocking person for boredom eating too- I live in central london so I have a few options: all the galleries and museums which are free, there is also a free london website (not sure where you live or if there will be similar), walking, cooking (I don't seem to pick at all when I am...
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    Boots

    Obviously its a matter of taste, but I love the second pair. Really good value too! :)
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    Boots

    I have the same problem - I got my last (and first!) pair of long boots from BHS.
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    Has anyone tried Zero Noodles?

    don't blame you - I am just stubbornly sticking to red days (with the very occassional green thrown in)
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    Has anyone tried Zero Noodles?

    Well they're not really zero calories - they at 5 cals per 100g..... can't see them being much but I've got those "little" things wrong in the past and they add up!
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    Has anyone tried Zero Noodles?

    Did anyone check to see if these were free on any plan? I quite fancy giving them a go....
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    October Challenge!

    hmm up 1/2. Not really surprising, my challenge is looking less like too now. Back on form today. Giving my self a boot up the backside!:asskick:
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    Macaroni cheese

    I have done SW on jamie's cauliflower macaroni cheese - adds the veg for the 1/3 superfree and with the low fat options for the creme fresh and cheese (and using hexs) is 4 syns a portion. I can post if anyone is interested....
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    Superfree 'Booster' Days

    I do superfree Mondays - but with my hexb and hex a allowances. I think it works for me, and I don't feel deprived - it's difficult to tell how successful it is because I never know what I am going to loose! :rolleyes:
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    October Challenge!

    Oh hon, I know how you feel- did exactly the same and now looking at a gain too. Just got to put it behind us and carry on. Gain this week and then losses after that! Xx
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    Red Days Red day quick ideas

    I bulk cook, portion and freeze. Moussaka, curries, stews, soups and then they've generally defrosted by lunchtime.
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    October Challenge!

    Welcome and of course you can join! Just add you name to the list! great losses too :)
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    Extra Easy CONFUSED>>>>>

    Free food is free - how much of it you eat doesn't change that !
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    Red Days Red day quick ideas

    My quick solutions are hard boiled eggs and cooked meats, sometime wrapped round laughing cow light triangles. Do you have time to pre plan and cook? Do you have access to a microwave at work?
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    October Challenge!

    Ok I have got over my sulk at having stayed the same and have updated the list. Well done everyone on their losses. Natterjack: 11lbs jc1976: 8lbs ( 1.5lbs lost 6.5lbs to go) JulesyR: 8 (3lbs lost 5lbs to go) Woowoo83: 4lbs (1.5lbs lost, 2.5lbs to go) Treenire: 8lbs (3.5lbs lost 4.5lbs to go)...
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    October Challenge!

    Noooooo stayed the same! Gutted :(
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    October Challenge!

    Weigh in tonight for me! Good luck for tomorrow - you can only have done what you've done, and if you know you've been 100% then you can only be happy! :)
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    October Challenge!

    Natterjack: 11lbs jc1976: 8lbs ( 2.5lbs lost 5.5lbs to go) JulesyR: 8 (3lbs lost 5lbs to go) Woowoo83: 4lbs Treenire: 8lbs (3.5lbs lost 4.5lbs to go) Donna88: 3lbs Scarlettstar86: 6.5lbs law3a3m: 9lbs (4lbs lost 5lbs to go) Belle x: 2lbs per week **punk*~*star**: 9lbs (2lbs lost 7lbs to go)...
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    Original does anyone have big losses on red?

    Good luck! Have some ham/prawns/chicken to hand in case you get peckish! X
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    Original back on SW on hols in 4 weeks need some helpful tips on things to eat doing at home

    Actually spealt Channa Dall when I look at the packet, should be in the section with all the non English bits or poss by Bombay mix. Made by Cofreah- hope that helps!
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    Original does anyone have big losses on red?

    sounds like a plan - on the success express/red combo and the hubby front! let me know how you get on! xx
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    Original does anyone have big losses on red?

    Hey, I know the feeling - I put on 1.5 stones with a bout of depression, not really surprising when lunch consisted of a tube of pringles, a packet of oreos and a bottle of red wine (not every day I hasten to add but you get the idea!) I have found breaking the weight loss down really helpful...
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    Original does anyone have big losses on red?

    I only really do red days and I have been averaging 2lbs a week, which would get you to 20lbs by Christmas. I guess it would depend on how much you have to loose ( on phone so can't see) Lots of people swear by the super speed soup- I've not done it but there is a thread on here....
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    Appalling 0.5lb first week loss

    anytime :D
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    Appalling 0.5lb first week loss

    ok Ian, I am tempted to slap you a little here (sorry!):copon:. You have lost 3.5lbs in 3 weeks (correct me if I am wrong), you have done this whilst eating healthily with a good selection of fruit and veg, whilst not being starving hungry and miserable, whilst getting your body back into a new...
  107. JulesyR

    Breakfast ideas

    Flat Mushrooms stuffed with cheese and bacon or cheese and spinach- prepped the night before and baked during my shower!
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    I Joined Slimming World online yeah!!!

    Hi Very little has changed, with the exception of slightly larger cereal amounts for the HEXbs. They are also pushing extra easy a lot more. At the end of the day if it worked for you last time with the info you have it will this time too! :) There are whole sections on syn values and healthy...
  109. JulesyR

    Original back on SW on hols in 4 weeks need some helpful tips on things to eat doing at home

    My latest find is chana Dahl - spiced chick peas, like Bombay mix and can be found in Morrisons- free on a green day! Out if interest can't cook from scratch or don't want to?
  110. JulesyR

    Super Speed Soup

    Yes I do- although sometimes I struggle! Just not a big carbs fan I suppose, and I think a bit nervous of EE. If I do fancy carbs I do a green day- prob about once a fortnight and that's often when I am with a veggie so more out of necessity !
  111. JulesyR

    Super Speed Soup

    Hmm thanks thought so- I rarely do anything but red so prob not for me- although if my red meals have 1/3 super free then I spose it could be an EE day......never had one of those before :D
  112. JulesyR

    Super Speed Soup

    This might be a stupid question but this soup is only free on green and ee days right? Red days would need synning?
  113. JulesyR

    October Challenge!

    Oh and we take it in turns to provide lunch on SFMs- makes it interesting and a treat to have someone else prepare a 100% SW meal.
  114. JulesyR

    October Challenge!

    I am doing "super free Mondays" with two SW friends at work. As it suggests its a day of super free foods only, plus hexs and Syns. That and flexi synning seem to counter balance any weekend excesses! :)
  115. JulesyR

    I Joined Slimming World online yeah!!!

    Welcome both of you! Millreef there are some great threads on here explaining Extra Easy (although to be honest I always stick to the red and green days) and lots of support if you are feeling lonesome. Good luck!
  116. JulesyR

    Whats your next goal(s)?

    Right so my goals (short term not long which is basically to be sexy, slinky and fit!) -3.5lbs for my 1 stone -5lbs to get into the 12s -8lbs down in October and then I'll set November's goals! :)
  117. JulesyR

    How much have you lost so far?

    10.5lbs in 5weeks :) Second time round for me, lost just over 2stone 3 yrs ago but put about 1 1/2 stone back on over Xmas and a 3 month bout of illness.
  118. JulesyR

    So, so fed up and upset!

    Hey, I can feel your frustration - I used to slim with a girl at work, who at 10 yr my junior, and about a stone and a half heavier than me used to get much bigger losses than me even when only spending 50% of the time on plan. I figured that she was younger and hadn't had as many years yo yo...
  119. JulesyR

    October Challenge!

    Updated list ladies and gents: Natterjack: 11lbs jc1976: 8lbs JulesyR: 8 (3lbs lost 5lbs to go) Woowoo83: 4lbs Treenire: 8lbs (2lbs lost 6lbs to go) Donna88: 3lbs Scarlettstar86: 6.5lbs law3a3m: 9lbs (4lbs lost 5lbs to go) Belle x: 2lbs per week **punk*~*star**: 9lbs (2lbs lost 7lbs to go)...
  120. JulesyR

    GUTTED about salad light spray!

    Don't panic - there is another thread on here about the cesear (sp?)one and I emailed the manufacturers - they're not discontinuing it but are having difficulty getting shops to stock it! Maybe enough people requesting it will get them changing their minds....
  121. JulesyR

    Soooo Frustrated!!!

    ahhh I see what you mean - I didn't think of that as I tend not to use my syns that way - it's alcohol, ketchup, mustard in the most part for me :)
  122. JulesyR

    Extra Easy restarting again

    hmm that's hard. What was your motivation last time? It is frustrating when you just can't seem to get back into the groove. Maybe get a buddy here and do a weekly weigh-in? What are your triggers for falling off plan? Is there an outfit/dress that you bought at your lightest that you can't...
  123. JulesyR

    Soooo Frustrated!!!

    Well that depends on whether relying on processed foods or cooking form scratch....you can get minced meat with fat % on in the states, and fish, dried pasta, rice, fruit and veg are all the same. Yoghurts etc would already be listed under extra easy as they don't differ in syn values in any...
  124. JulesyR

    October Challenge!

    Hi Natterjack, sounds like you are getting all the help you need but sending you lots of positive thoughts:vibes: Natterjack: 11lbs jc1976: 8lbs JulesyR: 8 (3lbs lost 5lbs to go) Woowoo83: 4lbs Treenire: 8lbs Donna88: 3lbs Scarlettstar86: 6.5lbs law3a3m: 9lbs (4lbs lost 5lbs to go) Belle x...
  125. JulesyR

    Extra Easy restarting again

    You are not alone! The weight I lost crept back on over 3 years, tried to go it alone at home and just couldn't stick to it. Joined group again 6 weeks ago and 5 weigh ins later am down 10.5lbs! It will click again when you're ready!
  126. JulesyR

    Original Really struggling

    Good for you! Yay! Do a much as you can, and you'll see results. :)
  127. JulesyR

    October Challenge!

    Updated again! (I'm being efficient, don't expect it to last!):o Natterjack: 11lbs jc1976: 8lbs JulesyR: 8 (3lbs lost 5lbs to go) Woowoo83: 3lbs Treenire: 8lbs Donna88: 3lbs Scarlettstar86: 6.5lbs law3a3m: 9lbs (4lbs lost 5lbs to go) Belle x: 2lbs per week **punk*~*star**: 9lbs (2lbs lost 7lbs...
  128. JulesyR

    Soooo Frustrated!!!

    As above can you post a food diary? Which plan are you following? How many syns are you having a day? Have you been eating enough? Are you drinking water? You must be frustrated but there has to be a reason :thinking2:
  129. JulesyR

    October Challenge!

    except I got mine wrong! Doh! Natterjack: 11lbs jc1976: 8lbs JulesyR: 8 (3lbs lost 5lbs to go) Woowoo83: 3lbs Treenire: 8lbs Donna88: 3lbs Scarlettstar86: 6.5lbs law3a3m: 9lbs Belle x: 2lbs per week **punk*~*star**: 9lbs (2lbs lost 7lbs to go) angwass: 6lbs pixie-gem: 10lbs (3.5lbs lost 6.5 to...
  130. JulesyR

    October Challenge!

    Here is the updated list - hope I got everyone! Natterjack: 11lbs jc1976: 8lbs JulesyR: 8 (3lbs lost 4lbsto go) Woowoo83: 3lbs Treenire: 8lbs Donna88: 3lbs Scarlettstar86: 6.5lbs law3a3m: 9lbs Belle x: 2lbs per week **punk*~*star**: 9lbs (2lbs lost 7lbs to go) angwass: 6lbs pixie-gem: 10lbs...
  131. JulesyR

    Extra Easy Back to Basics

    Not sure about the buddy thing but try the through the stones section, I'm finding the group there really great!
  132. JulesyR

    Original Really struggling

    Hi Firstly don't beat yourself up about it - it is hard when you are away/entertaining for work! And beating yourself up is only making it worse! Admit that is it hard but try and make the best of a difficult situation. It may mean that you have slower losses but planning and staying on plan...
  133. JulesyR

    Help with SW!

    Weight is obviously what brings us here but, 72kg isn't huge ( on my phone so can't see how tall you are) and really it's about how we look. For example some athletes would be classed as obese if looking at their BMI alone! A pound if muscle takes up half the space of a pound fat, but burns an...
  134. JulesyR

    out for dinner - have i totally blown it?

    It's difficult to say because as you mention you don't know how much cream or oil was used. The ingredients you've listed sound good though - and if you haven't had any syns I would have thought you would be ok. It might be worth cutting back on your syns over the next couple of days though if...
  135. JulesyR

    October Challenge!

    3lbs down and SOW :) 5lbs left to go in Oct! Well done everyone on their losses - onwards and downwards!
  136. JulesyR

    what is image therapy?

    I have joined the same group twice - 3 years apart, and although it is the same consultant it is a very different group. There are a couple of lively characters in the group and they have done a facebook page, organised taster evenings (savoury, sweet, snacks) and post get togethers for walks...
  137. JulesyR

    October Challenge!

    Congratulations natterjack! Excellent news! And well done everyone else for their losses so far. My weigh in tomorrow *gulp*
  138. JulesyR

    Are these still free foods

    sorry I wasn't very clear - I meant all the normal muller light yoghurts!:rolleyes:
  139. JulesyR

    Are these still free foods

    Think muller lights are all free again, read something on the website about it....
  140. JulesyR

    Green Days veggie needs help to refocus

    There is a whole thread on this started by Jesse. Most of us seem to agree that even if the scales don't reflect it the tone/shape more than makes up for it! At the end of the day I don't care if I'm 20 stone so long as I am a size 10!! :D
  141. JulesyR

    Extra Easy Saving Syns

    If your loosing then go for it, it's not about depriving yourself. I "store" Syns for when I know I am going to have a drink/ food out and it seems to work fine. Others aren't so lucky!
  142. JulesyR

    Is this a Green day?

    Don't know if the beans are a hex b or not a I don't eat them- def not free on a red day though!
  143. JulesyR

    What do you do with greek yogurt?

    Use it in a creamy pasta sauce (let down with a bit of the pasta water). My fave is with artichoke hearts, garlic, basil, Parmesan (hex a), lemon zest and juice of a lemon. Grated courgette also works well in it.
  144. JulesyR

    October Challenge!

    I'm in too - 8lbs in Oct for me!
  145. JulesyR

    gym makes it worse??

    Hi Jesse The water thing is counter intuitive but the more water you drink the less you will retain water. Our bodies have a larger percentage of water and we need it to function at our best. Studies have shown a decrease in exercise potential directly in line with an increase of dehydration...
  146. JulesyR

    Fry light caesar spray

    No they weren't offereing it - they did apologise for a not very helpful response!
  147. JulesyR

    Is this a Green day?

    Yes it's a green day and yes you appear to have all your Syns intact! :D
  148. JulesyR

    Exercise

    Start doing really light weights - bicep curls for example with bottles of water or tins of food. Investing in a resistance band would be good too. Try and make sure you engage your core muscles (hold your tummy in) to support your back in all exercises. To be honest if you are walking 8...
  149. JulesyR

    Fry light caesar spray

    I have had a response from the frylight people and they haven't discontinued the Caesar Salad Light but are having difficulty getting supermarkets to stock it!! Not sure if that is good news or not! :o
  150. JulesyR

    Appalling 0.5lb first week loss

    Hi Have you posted a food diary?(just in case) Have you just finished another diet? It can take a while for the body to readjust, especially after Dukan type diets. Keep at it and I am sure you will see a bigger loss next week. And a loss is a loss! keep us posted
  151. JulesyR

    Fry light caesar spray

    I have just emailed Fry Light to see if it is still being produced. It's not showing on their website though!
  152. JulesyR

    Changing weight loss to percentage loss

    I think that the SoW should be done on %, but obviously still have the 1/2 stone, stone awards etc. Those people with less to loose still need the encouragement and work just as hard for their losses. It would be more like the biggest loser - which I find very motivating! Having said that I...
  153. JulesyR

    Exercise

    Its difficult to tell as I have always exercised but totally agree with Jezzi - the toning is the biggest benefit. A pound of fat takes up twice the amount of space as a pound of muscle, and burns 50 calories a day less! Meaning that reducing your fat and increasing you muscle will make you...
  154. JulesyR

    Newbie - 2nd week and I need some encouragement

    to add to that note - your legs will be holding fluid as they recover from the increase in exercise and most women see an increase (or at least no loss) on a period weigh in. Our cycles are 28 days and a month on plan is the minimum to see the full effects. hang on in there - it really does work!
  155. JulesyR

    Just swapped from WW to SW and completely lost. Any tips appreciated

    All of the above! Don't have expectations that are too high, loosing weight is not an overnight thing, some people loose 1/2-1lb steadily each week - which is still great, if you are one of those lucky people that regularly loose 3-4lb fab. A loss is a loss :)
  156. JulesyR

    Extra Easy Slowly slowly slimming sweetly ?

    Loving your positive attitude! Thank you I shall remember the benefits of loosing slowly but steadily when I am next disappointed with my weight loss!
  157. JulesyR

    Falling off the diet :(

    Well done you! Good to know you can turn around a bad day!
  158. JulesyR

    Pasta'n'sauce

    I don't think slimming world actively promote anything other than their own products (hifi bars) but these pasta n sauce things are quick, easy and low synned so are really useful when people are in a hurry or a challenged in the culinary department. I agree with you, I don't like them, prefer...
  159. JulesyR

    Extra Easy Finding exercise liberating

    Awwhhh that's lovely! :cupid:
  160. JulesyR

    Falling off the diet :(

    I think it has happened to most of us at some point - planning really is the key! As for tips you sound like you are already on the right track, cut back on syns until weigh in to try and compensate and fill up on superfree food. And what is done is done, chalk it up to experience and carry...
  161. JulesyR

    From 14 stone to 13 stone

    oops sorry wrong thread!
  162. JulesyR

    From 14 stone to 13 stone

    Weigh in tonight - really not looking forward to it after a week at my parents! Ho hum, back on it proper today- just hoping I stay in the 13s tonight and haven't completely undone the 3lbs I lost last week!
  163. JulesyR

    Second weigh in

    Well done -you'll do 4 before your hols easily!
  164. JulesyR

    Extra Easy Finding exercise liberating

    Yes you are right! I totally agree about the exercise thing though - it totally motivates me too. I have to say that although I do massive amounts (and my group in general don't appear to) my losses aren't particularly bigger :( But i look more toned! :D
  165. JulesyR

    Starting Slimming world again

    I'm another who's restarted again - but thinking positive - done it before, will do it again - and hopefully will keep it off too (I was ill and put all but 5 lbs of my original loss back on). We can support each other - i find just looking at this site makes me reconsider a snack! :D
  166. JulesyR

    Does anyone follow jus Orginal days

    Hey Marshflower - congrats on your loss. I lost 3lbs on my first week this week but I would have been happy with two :D - be happy with yours! It can take a couple of weeks to really kick into this and if your body has seen a dramatic drop in food (well calories) it might be in shock! 2lbs a...
  167. JulesyR

    What's new?

    Unfortunately wine still isn't syn free ;)
  168. JulesyR

    What's new?

    Hi, I'm back after a couple of years (or more) out and to be honest apart from EE being pushed a lot and minor changes in the amounts of hex b (cereals mainly from what I can see) it is pretty much the same. The food optimising book I got was yellow/orange with a slice of orange on the front...
  169. JulesyR

    Does anyone follow jus Orginal days

    I'll let you know after 1st weigh in tonight! Lol. Last time though I lost 2 stone- about 80% on red days.
  170. JulesyR

    I no longer look like a blob...apparently!

    ha still better than my caring colleague asking me why I was putting so much weigh on!!!:cry: but the plus side was that it was the final push to get me back on plan - and at least i know she will notice the losses once hey come :rolleyes:
  171. JulesyR

    Struggling at the moment, need abit of encouragement to get back on track!

    Hope I didn't offend you- but glad to here you're not depressed! Good luck!
  172. JulesyR

    Does anyone follow jus Orginal days

    I did nearly all red days last time and planning to do the same again this time. But there isn't a hexb for rice.
  173. JulesyR

    Struggling at the moment, need abit of encouragement to get back on track!

    I agree with the posts above - you do seem to be giving yourself a really hard time. Can I ask though - have you seen your GP? Your comment about crashing and not wanting to do anything or go anywhere sounds like a touch of depression to me (not that I am a Doc but I am a rebounding...
  174. JulesyR

    Is slimming world for me?

    Hi, Why not try and mix it up a bit? Different plans work better for different people - I never do that well on a green heavy week for example. I agree - your second menu is definitely not enough- and if you are doing red days you should really be having more protein - prawns, lean ham etc...
  175. JulesyR

    SW chips as a HEX B on original?

    Mmm butternut squash chips are scrummy! Browsie - never got the hang of EE really, although I might use it later this week when I visit my parents, I will be doing all the cooking but Dad doesn't feel he has has a meal without carbs!
  176. JulesyR

    Hello ladies, first time in over a year since Ive been on

    Hi, welcome and good luck! 4 Kids - wow congratulations! :D I love looking at all the recipes on here, as well as my (many) cookbooks to see how I can SWise them - free luscious meals are possible!
  177. JulesyR

    SW chips as a HEX B on original?

    Yay! thank you :D
  178. JulesyR

    Extra Easy Newbie!

    Welcome! The only thing to say is to stick to the plan and be honest about what you are eating - but I guess that is the same as WW. Watch the little things - ketchup, mustard etc are easy to ignore but all add up! This site is really helpful and supportive though so any specific question will...
  179. JulesyR

    SW chips as a HEX B on original?

    Hi, I really fancy chips tomorrow, but am not really normally a big carb eater and don't want to do a green day. If I do SW chips with the skin on and have the same weight as a jacket potato (230g as a hex b) can I use them as a hex b?:confused: thank you!
  180. JulesyR

    Gallo risotto expresso

    Just checked on the website and the "expresso" ones aren't there - sorry!
  181. JulesyR

    So glad I re-joined. :)

    Good for you! I'm back for my second bash too - all but 5lbs as heavy as last time! I hope my first loss is as big as yours is - well done.
  182. JulesyR

    Confused a bit

    That's interesting - signed up again yesterday with two friends and we were told NOT to do extra easy in the first week and to get our heads around the red and green!
  183. JulesyR

    Slimming World Iphone App?

    oh yes - I love that on mfp. It would be very very useful. Having said that the app was invaluable at lunchtime!
  184. JulesyR

    2 Years at target

    Totally inspiring - thanks for coming back to update us! I started again this week, nearly three years off SW and all but 5lbs back of the 2 stone I lost. 3 stone target this time - and to keep it off!
  185. JulesyR

    Slimming World Iphone App?

    ok ignore me - it's been updated to be more than "a taste" - sorry!
  186. JulesyR

    Slimming World Iphone App?

    I know there is one but I can only find the "taste of" one - I am a fully paid up member now though - where can I find it? thanks!
  187. JulesyR

    Back (again)

    I'm signing back up again tomorrow - 2 years since I joined last time! Put about half of what I lost back on. Tougher target this time too! Good luck everyone!
  188. JulesyR

    Sw cookbook recommendations...

    The one with all the World's recipes is great - the chicken tagine, vegetable pad thai and burgers are regulars for me!
  189. JulesyR

    Cauliflower cheese slimming world style!?

    I have done Jamie Oliver's cauliflower macaroni cheese recipe from his 30 minute meals. It does mean using your hex a's and b's and a few syns - just by swapping cheese for reduced fat etc.... I can post it if you fancy - works out about 4 syns a portion, 1.75 hex b and 1.25 hex a.
  190. JulesyR

    Back again - 10 week goal!

    Day 2 Breakfast: wholemeal roll (hexb) dry fried egg smear of ketchup (1 syn) 200 ml fruit juice (3 syn), nectarine Lunch - same as dinner last night with noodles, low fat natural yoghurt I have a Personal Training session at 6, so have had the other half of lunch for an early dinner...
  191. JulesyR

    Back again - 10 week goal!

    oh probably should have said 10 week goal is 28lbs - wish me luck and motivation!!
  192. JulesyR

    Back again - 10 week goal!

    Ok so add a muller light coconut yoghurt to that - they are yummy!
  193. JulesyR

    Back again - 10 week goal!

    Well a nasty bout of depression saw me pile back on nearly 2 stone of the 3 I lost. So here I am, using every possible motivation and trick to keep on track! Breakfast: 1 small wholemeal roll (hex b) 1 dry fried egg (free) smear of tomato ketchup (1 syn) Lunch: home made beef kofta curry...
  194. JulesyR

    Celeriac is my new spud!

    Is celeriac an allowed veg on cruise? Still getting to grips with this!
  195. JulesyR

    why???

    I made the tamarind and salmon curry from "Curry Feast" last night - i left the salmon really chunky so that I could simmer it for longer and thicken the sauce (have learnt from experience with recipes) - it is fabulous though! When I am doing meat based ones I simmer for about an hour - really...
  196. JulesyR

    Jules' diary - must pay more attention!

    so day two, and it looks like it will be a re run of yesterday for brekkie and dinner, the plan is: Brekkie: two slices of ham, two dry fried eggs, cherry tomatoes Lunch: home made burger, wholemeal bap (hex b), slice of cheese (hex a), teaspoon of mustard, teaspoon of ketchup (2 syns)...
  197. JulesyR

    Jules' diary - must pay more attention!

    Snacks: apple, plum, 3 slices of ham Drinks: 1.25l water, 1 can of diet coke, 2 teas, 1 coffee Lunch: homemade burger, wholemeal roll (hex b), slice cheese, teaspoon mustard, teaspoon of ketchup ( 2 syns), salad Dinner: salmon curry (3.5 syns), curried butternut squash, sag aloo (hex b) (all...
  198. JulesyR

    Jules' diary - must pay more attention!

    Well I have been on plan (well on and off) for 20 months, lost 2.5 stone, put on a stone, lost 5lbs and really want to get to target for my big 40. I don't expect anyone to read this - but hopefully it will make me watch what i am actually eating! Here goes: Monday 23rd May: Breakfast...
  199. JulesyR

    Slimming and depression

    Hi, I have suffered from depression on and off for about 20 years, luckily mainly off! I no longer hesitate before going to see the doctors (more than 3 weeks feeling down and I get it sorted). I know that I have difficulty sticking to plan when I am down but that it becomes easier as the...
  200. JulesyR

    Red Days does anyone find u r still hungry on red days?

    I tend to do more red than green as I feel less bloated, but always do at least one green day in a week. I love to cook so do a lot or curries / stews / chinese stuff - if I miss brekkie though I never seem to catch up on the hunger over the day. Wholemeal roll and a "fried" egg for me most days.
  201. JulesyR

    books

    I've bought a few of mine from Costco and also from the book clubs that deliver to work (think its Book People) but I am sure they have online sites too. Currently loving the World Flavours - the chicken tagine and vegetarian pad thai are both fabulous!
  202. JulesyR

    Feel out of my depth eating out...

    Hi, eating out is always a bit of a dilemma. Wherever possible check the menu out before you go so that you can plan your day - and if you can't keep the day syn free and hexb and hexa free to give yourself maximum chance to stay on plan. Grilled meats / fish are normally the best bets, things...
  203. JulesyR

    Exercise

    oh that's really interesting - I have to admit I normally have no appetite immediately after exercise - unless it swimming then for some reason I an starving! I think it might be drinking the water though as I drink loads when a the gym but (obviously) non when swimming!
  204. JulesyR

    pot noodle in a mug - syns please?

    excellent - thank you! I will let you know after I have indulged :)
  205. JulesyR

    pot noodle in a mug - syns please?

    Hi All, My local supermarket don't appear to have "mugshots" but they do have Pot noodle in a mug. Does anyone know what syn value they are? Could someone also confirm that the lowfat supernoodles by Batchelors are free on green? thank you!
  206. JulesyR

    MUG SHOTS ohhhh my god!!

    Can I add a plea for the new pot noodle sachets? there are no mugshots in my sainsbury's so bought one of these to see the syn value. Pot Noodle Chinese Chicken flavour 38g, values per 100g 56 cal protein 2.2g carb 11.3g (0.7g sugar) fat 0.3g (0.1g sat fat) fibre .5g thank you!
  207. JulesyR

    Your Final Goal

    the BMI ranges can only be taken as a rough guide - different people have different bone structures and muscle density - top athletes often fall outside of the "normal" bmi category as they are so muscular! (and a pound of muscle takes up half the space of a pound of fat but burns twice the...
  208. JulesyR

    Can stress prevent weight loss?

    They always mention the stress in "the biggest loser" and how that can (and seemingly does in most cases) impede weight loss. So well done for not having gained!
  209. JulesyR

    just add water....

    ooh loving the eggs in a kettle option. I shall try and find some mugshots, and yup already planning on the alpen bars and fruit options. There is no supermarket of any size on the campsite, and we are travelling by public transport so can't go laden with too much - and it is pretty full on...
  210. JulesyR

    just add water....

    hi, not going to have plates, pans,fridge etc, literally need something akin to a pot noodle! But with less / no syns. Evening meals will have to be the best of whatever is on offer which is why I would like to minimise lunchtime syns!
  211. JulesyR

    just add water....

    Hi, I am off for a weekend away and have gone 1/2 board so will only have access to a kettle for lunch (its a fitness weekend so no lunching out, just lots of sweating) Are there any just add water products that I could eat - like couscous, noodles etc? I have a Sainsbury's and a Morrisons...
  212. JulesyR

    someone send me..... gym

    I have been having a nightmare getting back into it. Have you got a gym buddy? That always motivates me.
  213. JulesyR

    Yay... A whole day and no cheating!!

    Yay - I am day 2 of 100% after struggling for weeks to even be 50%. I think (i hope) its going to get easier each day. This site has helped motivate me again though - thanks everyone!
  214. JulesyR

    Green Day Does any one have a recipe for falafels

    These ones are yummy - can't remember where I got the original recipe from - might even have been somewhere on here! Minted felafels - serves 4 Free on green. 4 spring onions 1 red chilli 400g chick peas 2 garlic cloves 1 egg yolk 2 tbsp each of freshly chopped corriander and mint a pinch of...
  215. JulesyR

    Ricotta as a HEB?

    Hey So is ricotta definitely NOT a hex a choice on either day? thanks
  216. JulesyR

    Clothes - changing your style

    I've gone from a size 18-20 to a 12 and on the way borrowed and grabbed hand me downs from friends. I had a good friend do the SW journey with me, who whilst the same height started 1.5 stones lighter - so as she shrank out of her wardrobe I shrank into it! Not wanting to spend money on stuff...
  217. JulesyR

    SlimmingWorld Newbie- Finding It difficult.

    Hi, Yes you can have a sandwich for lunch - as long as it is wholemeal (and technically from the right brand/size loaf) I tend to have a wholemeal soft roll (2 packs of 6 for a £1 in Iceland) because I find it easier! What plan are you doing though? If its Extra Easy you can only have one hex...
  218. JulesyR

    Puddings Baked cheesecake urgent help

    Could someone post the recipe please? I am not a dessert person but am going to be entertaining a fair bit over the next few weeks and could do with a SW friendly (and easy to make) dessert! thank you!
  219. JulesyR

    Super Speed Soup

    oh the chilli chicken soup sounds interesting - could you post the recipe please? Just had my first bowl of soup - I think I will be changing it every day by adding chilli or fresh coriander or whatever I have to hand. Its yummy but I think I will get bored :sigh:
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    Baked apple

    hey, according to my book an average apple is 2.5 syns when cooked. or .5 syn per 28gr. sorry!
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    Anyone have a Cauliflower cheese recipe?

    me?:confused: 6 fairly hefty ones! :D
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    Anyone have a Cauliflower cheese recipe?

    Jamie Olivers Cauliflower Macaroni Cheese - the slimming world way :rolleyes: I did this last week - got a very decent 6 portions out of it which works out at 3/4 of a hex b and 1 hex a. 1 cauliflower 500gr macaroni (dried) 2 wholemeal rolls (hex b size) 250gr half fat chedder 250gr...
  223. JulesyR

    x New Month new challenge... New Year challenge x

    me too! 7lbs by the 21st Dec (I am flying to NZ - swimsuits here I come!) I would LOVE to be under 12 stone and really impress my brother who hasn't seen me since I was 14 1/2 stone! Shellystar x x 8lbs to lose for New Year eve ( 0lbs lost : 8lbs to lose ) ColJack - 14lbs ( 0lbs lost : 14lbs...
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    Super speed foods?

    I'm trying to do a s/ss week this week - with a fishy week too! The complexity is keeping me interested at least!! Hoping for a loss of 2-3lbs this week. :)
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    Oh bum..

    well at least you know what you have done - and why! And 1/2 a stone is not horrendous - and you have caught yourself before it became a stone or 2!! Well done for that. I am off recovering from glandular fever at the moment - and god its boring. And what do I do when I am bored - eat!!! :0...
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    *Waving shyly* Remember me?`

    Well good for you for staying at target - I know it is hard to maintain, I slipped off the wagon in June and managed to put 9lbs back on by the beginning of Nov! Luckily I have only got 2lbs to go until I am back to my lowest - but still 10 lbs until I get to my ultimate goal, and 6lbs before I...
  227. JulesyR

    Super Speed Soup

    Can I ask a daft question - do you drain the mixed bean salad? I also guess I could leave out the baked beans (I really can't bear them :( )
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    My fishy week!

    Jamie Oliver's fish cakes recipe 1wholemeal brown roll (hexb) - whizzed up into breadcumbs 300g skinned salmon fillets 300g skinned haddock 200g tuna steak (I didn't have this so I used sea bass) 1 lemon small bunch parsley 1 clove garlic Put the bread crumbs on a piece of foil Coarsely food...
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    My fishy week!

    Just did Jamie Oliver's fish cakes from his 30 minute meals - 1 hex b amongst four fish cakes (and they are big!) and another 1hex b in oil to cook (breadcrumbs were starting to burn with fry light. Delicious!
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    Spicy tuna fishcakes

    I guess you could HEXb the tuna on a green day......?
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    red lentils as a HEX b on a red day?

    ok thanks - I will save the soup for tomorrow's green day!
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    My fishy week!

    right, I have just sat here and read all 45 pages of posts. As I happened to do fish yesterday, I am going to give it a bash (motivation helped by having a colonic yesterday and being told not to eat red meat for at least 24 hrs) Fingers crossed - I want to loose 8 lbs before Xmas!
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    Ever get demotivated by small losses? This may help

    that's brilliant - thank you!
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    red lentils as a HEX b on a red day?

    Hi, 113 gr of green or brown lentils is a healthy b on a red day. Can I use red lentils?? And how many dry=113gr cooked weight? (they were cooked in stock and tomatoes....) thanks!
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    Red Day newbie needs helppp

    hearty stews are great this weather - carrots, swede,squash, mushrooms, turnips,onions and leeks are great to bulk up and all free. And there is always grilled chicken / fish/ steak with veggies. Search on this forum and you will find loads of recipes - chicken curries, chicken kiev, spag bol...
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    Frustrated

    Go for it on the exercise - I have dropped 30lbs and was a 18-20 (snug) but am now a 12-14. I am wearing clothes from when I was over a stone lighter than I am now though, I last wore some of them 8 yrs ago and kept them as inspiration. I put this down to body pump (up to 4 times a week) -...
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    Weekly meal ideas

    lovely thanks - I will give this a bash, I'm always looking for new lunch ideas.
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    Superfree Foods Question

    Superfree foods come in a variety of guises - and if you don't like salad, don't eat it! That's one of the plus sides of slimming world - its not meant to be a punishment like the faddy diets.
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    yippeeeeeeeee

    Woo Hoo!! Congratulations -well done you. Its a great feeling! :D
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    Christmas wishes

    I want to loose a stone for my visit to NZ to see my brother and his family - that would make it 3 stones down since the last time he saw me :) And the smallest I have been for 10 years!
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    In case you missed it - Co-op w/meal pitta is now a Healthy Extra B choice

    this might seem obvious - but is that one w/meal pitta or two (I feel I might be wishful thinking here :D )
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    Weekly meal ideas

    Hi Honey, I am trying to be really organised - I'm in the middle of a cook-a- thon for the week (slow cooked chinese beef, roasted lemon chicken, vegetable tagine type thing, chicken curry, taka dahl). Would you mind posting the recipe for the warm lentil salad? You mentioned it on your...
  243. JulesyR

    Recipie Books

    hi, the books are there on the members section (I haven't been in 2 weeks though so I don't have the latest password to give you direction.) Amazon does most if not all of the slimming world books, and there are always books on sale on Ebay. I have to say there are loads of great recipes on...
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    my meringues are coming out...

    I have to say I haven't had any success with the sweetener version either. Syn -ing the shop bought seems to be the way to go! :(
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    Tuna

    I do a tuna nicoise type thing. Little gem lettuce, cold boiled new pots (normally find 1/2 a hex b does it for me), tuna, green beans, thinly sliced red onions, grated parmesan (again about a 1.2 hex a ), a fat free dressing and if I have syns to spare a few olives. Fills an enormous plate...
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    keep me on the right road plz :-) Food Diary

    hmm - I must admit I avoid cereals - you never seem to get very much for your hexb or syns! Hence me missing it - sorry Michelle!
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    keep me on the right road plz :-) Food Diary

    Hi Michelle, As promised I'm checking out your diary! Hope you are doing ok. I am not sure about carrying over hex a's and b's - I think not but i will check when I go to class on Wednesday. You can def mix them up on the day though - 1 alpen bar and 85g of new pots would equal 1 hex b on...
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    free soups

    Are you going to a group? If you are (or have joined on line) you can check the syns/free food there. There is a Thai soup recipe on there too. I haven't ever done extra easy so I wouldn't be the best person to advise you but I would be happy to have a look if you want.
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    free soups

    This is one I haven't tried but will when it gets colder.... ½ sweet potato, peeled and cubed 1 lime, cut in half 1 clove garlic ½ pint chicken or vegetable stock 1 tbsp honey (2.5 syns) Preparation method Frylight the potato, lime and the garlic. Cook for three minutes. Add the chicken or...
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    free soups

    ooh i don't know - i always use the dried ones. And yes it would be free on EE so long as at least a 3rd is food that is free on both green and red days (ie bulk it up with the veg!) :)
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