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Been really poorly with upset tummy, temperature and swollen glands :( still sticking to the diet but got no energy today and feel really shaky. My family keep asking 'it's not that diet you're on is it?' They forget that a few other people have had this bug too! Moan over xx

Thanks Thornhill Cate I expect it may slow down a bit but the diet is so easy once you get going. I love not having to think about what to eat. Yes me too bob123 my nails are growing really well these past few weeks, they used to just split. xx

Thanks Bob123 looks like you're doing well too. It certainly helps to have others in the same boat. A lot of people think vlcds are unhealthy and try and convert me to healthy eating. xx

Weigh in today and I lost 4lbs :-) a stone in 4 weeks exactly what I was aiming for so I'm really pleased. 4 more lbs and I'll be into the 15s which I haven't seen since 2012 fingers crossed for a good loss next week. Xx

Hi sleek_chick that is really interesting I think I need to look into that too. Well done on your loss that's brilliant! Xx

Thanks Thornhill Cate and Sleek_chick. I'm on day 28 today and things are still going ok :-) weigh in tomorrow so fingers crossed for a good one. My clothes are starting to feel too big now but I can't quite fit into my 18s yet hopefully another half a stone will do it. I'm planning on sticking...

Hi thanks Taupe I'm still here :-) on day 25 and lost 13lbs so far. It's not coming off as quickly as others but I've been having the odd nibble of cheese, ham and eggs plus the odd meal of meat and salad, so I'm pleased with the loss really. The last time I did exante in 2011 I was quite...

Day 17 and still managing ok. It's the totm and I've felt really bloated so haven't weighed as I don't want to be disheartened. I've just booked a holiday for the end of September so that's definitely an incentive to keep going. X

Hi I also suffer from depression and anxiety and put on 5 stone through binge eating. I did exante a couple of years ago, lost 2 stone but put it back on again :( I'm on day 16 today and so far so good. Good luck xx

Day 10 and I couldn't resist a sneaky peak on the scales...down another 3lbs so 9lbs in total. Feeling happy! 1.5litres of water so far and now having my first shake of the day - hot mint chocolate.

Brilliant first week loss! Well done. X

Thanks Sandra hadn't thought of it like that! End of day 8 and I've had 2 shakes, 1 bar, at least 3 litres of water and 2 green teas...feeling good. X

Day 8 and official loss for week 1 is 6lbs, slightly disappointed because when I weighed Sunday morning it was an 8lb loss but then I ate Sunday and cheated yesterday so only have myself to blame. My son had his GCSE catering exam yesterday and wanted me to try his lasagne. I intended to just...

Hi Emilie thought I'd check out your diary too. You've been doing brilliantly, well done. I've had the odd piece of ham and cheese when it's got difficult, but yesterday I had a BBQ to go to and had meat and salad. Going to try not to to do that too often as it caused the scales to go up today...

Thanks Emilie you've done well too. Hopefully it will start getting easier now. Day 7 and I've had 1 hot choc shake and 1.5 litres of water so far. I weighed this morning and had gone up 2.5lbs from yesterday morning! I didn't eat that much at the BBQ so I'm a bit gutted... Hopefully it will...

Day 6 almost completed. Weighed myself this morning and I've lost 8lbs so far yippee! Had a BBQ to go to today but just had meat and salad so really pleased with myself :-) avoided the birthday cake and all the nibbles. Did have a couple of Pepsi max which I know has citric acid in it but...

That's brilliant Sandra! I had a sneaky weigh this morning too and I've also lost 8lbs in 5days. I've got another 9lbs to get into the 15s though can't wait. X

Fantastic scoobydo! What a brilliant loss. Well done xx

Oh thanks scoobydo your reply really gave me a boost, although I have to be honest I did have another 2 cheeses and half a pack of ham! I got on the scales this morning and I've lost 5lbs in 4 days so that has helped with making my mind up to stick with it. I've got a family BBQ to go to...

That's excellent Sandra, 6lbs in 3 days! I think I'm in ketosis although I still succumbed to a piece of cheese :-( just got to put it behind me and move on. I haven't weighed but may do tomorrow to try and keep me motivated...could go the other way if I haven't lost much though?! X

Thanks scoobydo wow 11lbs is brilliant what a good start. The last time I did exante I only lost 5lbs the first week but then 3 or 4lbs each week for the next few weeks. Yes Sandra I've spent a lot of time going to the loo too! Had my asda delivery this afternoon and I have to say it was...

DAY 4 Still going ok and with no cheating. Had a hot banana shake for breakfast and 1 litre of water so far. I haven't got any cravings as such but my mind is working overtime trying to talk me out of doing a vlcd...anyone else doing that? Hazel x

Managed to stick to the plan and avoid eating....boy was it hard though! Took all my willpower and a lot of pacing about. My husband was late home from work so picked up fish and chips for the kids...he didn't have any himself though as he thought that wouldn't be fair on me bless him! I'm now...

Hi Sandrat how are you getting on? Hope you don't mind me asking but did you have to have your gallbladder removed because of the vlcd you did before? I've heard a few people have trouble with it on these type of diets and to be honest it worries me a bit. Hazel x

Hi thanks for the welcome everyone :-) How are you getting on Sandrat? I've had a difficult day today as my sister in law popped in and all she did was talk about food and eat in front of me lol. Don't think she meant to make things difficult but she's just started a healthy eating plan and...

Hi I'm Hazel, 37 years old, 5 ft 7 and 17 stone 3! Never in a million years thought I'd reach this weight but with a bad bout of depression, and some binge eating thrown in for good measure, here I am! Some of you may remember me...I did exante back in 2011/12. I lost 2 stone in 8 weeks but...

Day 2 completed 100% now for day 3. I'm in the zone :-) Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Thanks for the welcome everyone :) Day 1 nearly complete and I've stuck to it 100% woohoo I'm doing it! Xx

Day 1 Today is the start of my journey to lose 6 stone. I'm doing TS so 6 months ought to do it! I did Exante for 8 weeks in 2011 and lost 2 stone, unfortunately I gave up and then put on 4 stone!! Still can't quite believe how much I weigh....didn't weigh this much when I was heavily pregnant...

I'm back and this time I'm seeing it through to the end! Day 1 today and so far so good. I'm doing it with my mum and as I'm temporarily living with her at the moment (and working with her) it should be alot easier. Since I was last on here I've got a full time job and separated from my...

Hi my lovely! Oh my goodness you are such a star! I should have taken more notice of your kicks too - here I am 14st 10 and starting again (again, again). You should be so proud of yourself for sticking with it, well done. Day 1 today and my mum is doing it with me. I'm actually living with...

Thanks mini, as they taste a bit rank anyway not sure I would tell if they were rancid or not lol. I'll email exante. Hazel x

Can I join too please? Lost 2 stone with exante before Xmas then gave up and put 1 stone back on :( lost count of how many times I've restarted but really determined this time! Day 1 today, so fingers crossed. Have a good day everyone. Hazel x

I'm just restarting but have discovered that the 25 pks of porridge I had leftover expired 31/05! Has anyone eaten expired packs and lived to tell the tale??! I will assume if I don't get any replies that no one has tried it and not that they didn't live lol! Hazel

Well what can I say?....it's been a while. Fell well and truly off the wagon and started binge eating because I felt such a failure :( I put on a stone and a half practically, so not quite all of it (I was 15st3). I finally came to my senses and realised I had hit the self destruct button and...

Hi I hope you don't mind me tagging on too. I have BED and am really struggling at the moment. I am 3 stone over my normal weight but just can't seem to stick to an eating plan of any kind. I've been successful with SW in the past, but couldn't get back on it and recently lost 2 stone with...

Thanks my lovelies, I'm still around but doing rubbish! I'm still a pound heavier than I was before Xmas and can't seem to get further than day 4! Getting a bit despondent if I'm honest. I really love exante but if I keep sabotaging myself I'm just wasting money, oh what to do?! Hazel x

OMG I was only chatting to nursetubs about this the other day! Surely it can't be connected to exante?! Bit too much of a coincidence though. I wonder if there are others. I'm sure I read someone's diary who had ear and sinus infection, plus labyrinthitis (however you spell it lol) Hazel x

Ooh just noticed I've been censored lol b*tchy texts

Day 5 and apart from a bit of cheese today I've been 100%. Definitely in ketosis but have no energy. Had a funny turn this morning, came over all dizzy but think it was because I hadn't had my first shake yet and was rushing around. Got a few problems emotionally, fell out with someone who I...

Well I never thought it would be this hard to get back on track! I've had so many day 1s but haven't managed to get past many day 2s! My danger time is usually 4ish I start nibbling on some cheese or ham and then can't stop. I'm on anti depressants already but feel a bit lower than normal, I...

OMG How rubbish am I?! Today is Day 1 again :( I don't know where my head's been and I'm not even sure it's back where I need it to be but......I am determined not to give up. I feel quite low today but trying to ignore it. Had a shake, 1.5 litres of water and some peppermint tea so far. Think...

Still been nibbling on k friendly foods, should have known it was just an excuse to eat as I finally gave in this evening and ate some naughties :( back on track tomorrow no more nibbling and bending the rules! Hazel X

Hi don't think we're allowed the sparkling water as it has citric acid in it, which can affect ketosis the still one is fine and then yes it does count as part of your 3 litres. Hazel X

Still hanging on but I've got to get a much better grip! Had a nibble on some cheese and ham last night but nursetubs helped me to stop (thanks again hun). Been ok so far today but only 1 litre of water :( Although I'm only day 4 decided to have my usual Saturday wi and I've lost 3lbs :) 3 more...

Thanks shelly x I'm on day 3 now yipee I made it past my day 2 hurdle! Think I'll be ok now my head seems to be back in the right place. Reading how others were speeding on ahead made me feel like I was being left behind lol. I'm back on the wagon and holding on for dear life! Hazel x

Thanks Darcy, it definitely helps knowing we're all in it together :)

Well done on reaching the end of Day 2 :) I keep doing Day 1 :( then messing up! Day 2 is tomorrow and if I mess up again I think Nursetubs will be on my case :p Hazel x

Crikey moses I've been finding this hard! :eek: I was on Day 2 yesterday but didn't make it and ate quite a few things in the evening :( so Day 1 again today! Why is it I can do Day 1 but can't complete Day 2 :confused: I've given myself a severe talking to, drawn a massive line under it all and...

Eating Less by Gillian Riley is very good. I read it regularly in the hope that the ideas will eventually sink in :) I've read about 50 different weight loss/psychology books in the past 2 years (I have an obsessive streak :p) but Eating Less is by far the best. Hazel x

Well I'm back on the wagon Day 1 100% TS almost done :) I've found it really hard to get started again - I've been trying since wednesday :o I managed everyday until about 4pm then gave in to the xmas leftovers. No more excuses! If I can just get through the first few days I know I'll be ok...

Happy new year Ali! I feel like someone's pumped me up - I'm so bloated :eek: Can't seem to get back on track, I keep making excuses even though I feel awful and have definitely eaten enough! Going to try again tomorrow :p it took me a while to get going last time, so hopefully I'll get there...

Still 100% TS :D Had my asda delivery today full of my christmas goodies so it's getting harder. Determined to do TS tomorrow as well because that completes another full week. I'll weigh in Saturday and then I'll start eating :D in moderation obviously :p I'll start TS again on Wednesday - 4...

Had my first porridge for lunch today and it was eventful :p got carried away and put in too much water, so microwaved it for 3 mins instead of 2. It spilled out all over the microwave :eek: and I had to scrape it into the bowl (didn't want to waste any:p) Anyway when it eventually cooled down...

Thanks Danii, I'm finding it ok now, had a few wobbles the last couple of weeks but had some great support from Nursetubs :D and now I'm determined to TS until Saturday, then back on track next Wednesday.

Just seeing if I can reply on my new phone! Having another TS day so far so good.

Hi just wanted to say welcome :D This is a really difficult time of the year to diet so well done for making a start. I'm on week 7 now and my advice would be - don't be too hard on yourself if you don't manage to stick to it perfectly. Just keep going and we'll all get there eventually :D...

Took a gamble and just ordered the bumper box of porridge along with my mixed bumper. Can't believe how excited I was when I saw them :D Will let you all know what I think when they arrive. Ooh I hope I like them! :eek: Hazel x

I'm still here :D lost 5.5lbs last week so I'm now 13st 9 :D only one pound to go to get to my xmas target :woohoo:which hopefully I should achieve as I'm still managing TS. Decided to have 4 days off starting christmas eve but then I'll be straight back on TS next wednesday :D that's the...

Haven't weighed for a couple of weeks but 5.5lbs gone yay!!! ally2069 14lbs...(down to 15.9) Carrie 18.5lbs....-4lbs 14.5 to go! ( down to 9st 11lbs) CelticTiger 20lbs...(down to 240lbs) charlie-lauren 16lbs...(down to 11st) chiefdave -5lbs 13 to go Cybill - 23lbs (to get to 13:0) - includes...

Just wanted to say hi :) hope you do decide to join us. You sound like you are determined to make some changes. I too suffer from depression and had a particularly bad patch last year and I gained 3 stone. I'm nearly at the end of my 6th week of Exante and it has made such a difference to my...

Happy Christmas Harriet :xmastree: Well done on your weight loss and see you back here in the new year :wavey: Hazel x

Yay! I feel like I'm back in the zone :D Well and truly in ketosis (thank you sticks) don't feel hungry and not tempted! That took nearly 2 weeks of wobbling since my xmas meal out though!! :eek: I dread to think what I'll be like over xmas! I'm therefore having a rethink about my 9 days off...

Step away from the beetroot chutney Ali - in fact get your hubby to hide it until xmas lol :p Remember the more we lose before christmas - the more we can eat at christmas :eek: oops that should be the less we'll need to lose after christmas :p I'm back in the zone (I think) but it took me a...

Well done Sarette you're still doing brilliantly :D I so admire everyone that can keep going on this diet. I'm on week 6 and having a few wobbles :( but it's inspiring reading other peoples diaries and realising that I'll only fail if I stop trying. Keep going my lovely. Hazel x

Just read your whole diary and wanted to say hi and well done :) You've done so well to keep at it for this long. I'm sure it won't be long before you reach your target. I'm on week 6 and finding it quite difficult since I had my xmas meal out - I keep nibbling! You've really motivated me to...

I can totally relate to what your saying. I've really missed milk in my coffee so today I've had 4 cups with 2 teaspoons of cream in each :p I too convinced myself that if I'm not eating food I should be allowed a little treat :p Only this has lead to me thinking I've cheated and this evening...

This is absolutely sound advice! I did 4 weeks 100% TS and found it really easy as I was so motivated. I didn't want to eat and nothing tempted me. I had a xmas meal on the 2nd of December and although I am back on track it has definitely not been as easy. I would wait until after xmas but as...

Oh I really feel for you Katt :bighug:I can imagine how disappointed you must be and how scared you must have been with all that bleeding. Your health definitely comes first though - after all that's why we're all trying to lose weight - to be healthier. You have done amazingly well so can feel...

Can definitely tell you've lost weight! You look great! :) Try and focus on how much better you feel about yourself now. Would you have had the confidence to wear the shorter dress when you weighed 15stone3?? Keep going hun you're doing fab x

Well I'm still here lol!:D Just clinging on with my fingernails! I'm back in ketosis, which is making things a bit easier, but I'm finding that I just want to stuff my face :eek: It's been a bit of a struggle but I have managed to avoid anything 'naughty', although I have to admit to having a...

Just checked Costa and Starbucks and their drinks have more cals/carbs in them so stick to Neros :D

Thanks so much Chubbers and Nursetubs, your words of encouragement mean alot :) I've been 100% today and did a keepfit class this morning, so feeling a bit more motivated :) Feeling really yuk with my totm still :( so curled up with a hotwater bottle. Decided I'm not going to weigh in...

Really struggling at the moment to be 100% :cry:ever since last friday and my xmas meal! Not sure what's happened to my motivation :( I nibbled on Sunday, had quite a big sugar binge yesterday afternoon :cry:and had 2 lattes when out shopping today. Convinced myself that I'm not going to lose...

Well done on completing day 2 :) it's so much harder to get started again isn't it? I had a break after 4 weeks for a xmas meal out, got straight back on it saturday but had a mini binge sunday :( 2 days 100% since though and I think I'm back in the zone :D just got to wait for ketosis to kick...

Hi Valentine well done for getting back on track :) you're done great my lovely :) Hazel x

Oh dear my lovely, but curry yum yum :p You can do it and it'll soon be off :) Hazel x

Well done, you're doing great :D Yes it could possibly be the 2 bars slowing your weight loss as they have slightly more carbs in them than the shakes/soups (Some people are more sensitive to carbs than others are) but more likely just your body adjusting after your first week's loss. Keep...

Hi Spottydoris just wanted to say hi and well done, you're doing great :D I'm into my 4th week TS, although I had a break on Friday for a planned xmas meal and I must admit I struggled to get back on track. Done 1 day TS plus nibbles :eek: and 3 100% TS since friday. Hopefully we'll both be in...

Oh my you have been busy Sarette :) I love this time of year with all the xmas performances - I'm going to watch my daughter on Thursday, she's a shepherd :rolleyes:. Hope your daughter's dance goes ok and enjoy Oscar's birthday tomorrow - bless 1 year old, seems like a lifetime ago mine were...

:argh: I FEEL LIKE EATING!!! I've quickly come on here to stop myself as I was coming so close! Why is this suddenly so hard? I was fine before I broke it for my meal out!! Feel like crying :cry:The urge to eat was so strong, it was like I wasn't in control again! I need to get back the feeling...

Well done on staying carb free Saveloy :) I was straight back on TS yesterday but struggled today and had a mini binge :( don't even know where it came from :confused: I'm losing my motivation now and just feel like eating more :( Will try my best not too though as I know I'll be so disappointed...

That is absolutely brilliant :D you must be so chuffed with yourself, well done. Hazel x

Thanks Phoenix and Saveloy :) together we can stay on track until xmas. Well I survived my night out :D I ate my entire meal - all 3 courses, but they were actually very small portions (in my previous life I would have been extremely disappointed :p) I avoided the bread basket :D but did drink...

Thanks for the advice Phoenix but I was naughty again yesterday :( only a little bit naughty (bite of chocolate cake, big spoonful of butter icing and a small bit of ham) but I am so cross with myself :mad:. Sorry to hear you've been suffering with a nasty flu virus, hope you feel better soon...

Weighing a day early as out for a meal tonight, but only 0.5lb this week :(:( and totm has decided to appear a bit early :( ally2069 14lbs...(down to 15.9) Carrie 18.5lbs....-4lbs 14.5 to go! ( down to 9st 11lbs) CelticTiger 20lbs...(down to 240lbs) charlie-lauren 16lbs...(down to 11st)...

Arghhhh! my resolve is starting to weaken:eek: so far all I've had is a mouthful of lemon drizzle cake and a bit of feta cheese but I'd been 100% so I'm really disappointed in myself. I know it's silly and in the scheme of things it was nothing, but I nearly ate some leftover lasagne because...

Thanks for this Irishlass :) I bet everyone will be having 5ltrs of water and 1 cup of green tea everyday now lol :D Very jealous of your regularity :p Hazel x

Glad to have been of help. Just one word of caution - be patient. The first time I used them I took 2 immediately (not before bed) then when nothing had happened after a few hours I took another one - we nearly had to evacuate the house :eek:. x

Thanks that's brilliant, I'll give that a go :)

Hi Lesley I've been having the same problems :( I take psyllium husks but they don't do anything for me so have been taking dulcolax when I get bunged up :p It is very powerful stuff though and usually it's explosive :eek: sorry for tmi but even taking one tablet gets things moving fast so be...

Day 25 and still feeling annoyed with everything and everyone :( hope it stops soon it's really annoying! :p Went to my keepfit class again yesterday and it was Total Toning, which is total torture :eek: an hour of weights, lunges, squats, press ups and planks. OMG I can hardly move today -...

Hi Ali I'm struggling with the water today too :( I actually shuddered this morning when I had my first pint, it did not want to go down. I'm sat here with a hot water bottle, which I think may have to be strapped to me permanently - new fashion accessory maybe? :p Been trying to drink green tea...

Yes I agree, definitely better than nothing :) I have to have mine lukewarm in this weather, can't get it down at all if it's cold. Hazel x

OMG your losses are amazing :D What is your secret? Going to bombard you with questions now :p Do you have shake, bars and soups? how much water do you drink? do you drink anything else? and do you take anything for constipation or do you go regularly :p ????? (sorry bit personal!:eek:) You're a...

Well done Lux on your first week's loss :D Just hang on in there it does get easier. Are you drinking enough? I'm up to about 4 litres a day now and I'm sure that's helping me not to feel hungry. Just stay focussed and remember how good you'll feel about yourself for sticking to it :) Hazel x

Good luck to the both of you :D I'm into my 4th week now and just ordered my second bumper pack. Best thing I ever did, it's fantastic. There's loads of great support and information on here, so have a good look around and get all the tips about what else you can drink and what helps with...

Thanks Ali, think I'll do the same. My OH is worried that I'll pass out, I haven't got a very good track record unfortunately :( One minute I'm fine and the next I'm on the floor :eek: after just a couple of drinks! Everyone thinks I'm completely plastered but when I come back round I'm normal...

Hi Shelly just read your diary and wanted to say that I think you're doing brill :) You've had a few blips but you've just kept going and that counts for a lot. Enjoy your night out tonight - might help with the no. 2s :p Hazel x

Wow Sarette just caught up with your diary and you're doing brilliantly :wow: I'm on Day 22 100% TS and it's so motivating to see how well you've done. Well done, you seem really focussed so I'm sure you'll reach your goal. Hazel x

Hi babyonion and welcome :) I've done 3 weeks 100% and I'm loving it - it's the best thing I've ever done. I know what you mean about the social aspect of xmas, I'm out on Friday for a 3 course meal (already chosen and paid for in Sept!) so I've been in a bit of a pickle about what to do. I've...

Another 4lbs off for me :) ally2069 14lbs...(down to 15.9) Carrie 18.5lbs....-4lbs 14.5 to go! ( down to 9st 11lbs) CelticTiger 20lbs...(down to 240lbs) charlie-lauren 16lbs...(down to 11st) chiefdave -4lbs 14 to go Cybill - 23lbs (to get to 13:0) - includes first week (again) this week! Danii...

Thanks for popping by Shellyn :) I'm just going to pop across to yours and see how you've been doing. Woohoo! another 4lbs this week - I'm gobsmacked :D I'm not quite in the next stone bracket but hopefully next week I will be :D Hazel x

Well done Lux you seem to have got it cracked so far :) especially watching your friend eat. I'm on Day 21 today and have been having to cook/prepare for the rest of my family. I've actually found that I'm not tempted at all, I just keep telling myself it will all be available once I've lost...

Well done that's brilliant :D onwards and downwards as everyone on here says. Hazel x

Day 21 100% :party0049: and wi tomorrow. I've got a feeling it will be the curse of the third week and I won't have lost much. Could really tell in wk 1 & 2 that I was losing but this week I feel bloated :( Been having 3 litres of water a day, not including tea/coffee and had to use some...

Oh Ali how could you? :p You trying to flush them out really made me laugh :D Glad to see it hasn't affected your motivation though :) Well done on the 2lb loss, I'm sure if you stay well clear of sausage rolls this week :p you'll manage 3lbs. Hazel x

Oh sorry to hear about your ankle :( hope you get it sorted. Just when you were getting back to your running as well! Hope it doesn't demotivate you hun, you've been doing great :) Hazel x

Hi and well done on a fantastic start :D You have done the hardest bit so it should start to get a bit easier. I'm on day 21 of TS and I find I'm no longer that hungry. In fact I feel fantastic :D I've got into a nice routine with my shake, bar, soup and plenty of water - dare I say it feels...

Hi Steph hope you don't mind me joining in - I went back to my keepfit class this morning, after making every excuse under the sun for months. I used to go every monday and friday religiously for 2 years and really enjoyed it. I stopped going when I put weight on because I couldn't stand...

Haven't updated this for a few days but today is Day 18 and I'm still going strong :D I'm in the zone and long may it continue!

Hi Loulou, welcome and well done on taking the first step :) I'm on Day 16 of my first VLCD and I've been finding it quite easy so far. I think if you start with the right mindset - that it's your choice to do this and it's only for a short time, you'll do great :) Congratulations on your...

Well done Conor, keep going you're doing fab! You provide lots of support to others on here, so you definitely deserve some back. Hazel x

4lbs off for me :) ally2069 14lbs...(down to 15.9) Carrie 18.5lbs....-4lbs 14.5 to go! ( down to 9st 11lbs) charlie-lauren 16lbs...(down to 11st) chiefdave 18lbs Cybill - 23lbs (to get to 13:0) - includes first week (again) this week! Danii 18lbs...(down to 10st 10) harriet2...12lbs Hazel115...

Day 15 - Weighed in today and I lost another 4lbs :) which I'm pretty pleased about :D. I can definitely tell I've lost weight now - my jeans keep falling down. Not quite enough to go down to my size 16s yet but hopefully soon :p I have a range of clothes in sizes 10-18 (don't we all? :p) so...

Yay! I've reached the end of Day 14 100 % TS :D. Today was a little difficult as I went Christmas shopping with my OH and couldn't drink as much water as I normally do. I was starving! I thought I should have my shake before we left, unfortunately this meant I needed my bar earlier and by tea...

That's fantastic - well done! :) Hazel x

Well done Conor, keep up the good work :) It's a fantastic feeling when you go down to the next stone bracket - can't wait until I do again! Hazel x

Day 12 100% TS and I am feeling fantastic :wee: I've done some more cupboard clearing and ticked more things off my to-do list :D bearing in mind that this was a list I made over a year ago! When I first considered doing this diet, I thought it was going to be torture - but it really isn't...

Hi and well done on getting started. I'm on Day 12 today and it's my first time doing a total meal replacement. I found that the first few days were the most difficult because I did feel hungry and weak. This week however I've turned the corner and I'm definitely into ketosis. Don't feel hungry...

Hi Ali sorry to hear you're feeling pants! Sending you big hugs :bighug:and giving you permission to curl up on the sofa with a hot water bottle and blanket :p Hope you feel better soon :) Hazel x

Hi Ali, the boys are 12 and 8 plus I have a 5 yr old daughter, and yes they definitely know how to twist me round their little finger :p

Day 11 and still going strong :D I'm getting into a routine now and can't believe that cooking/preparing food for everyone doesn't bother me in the slightest! :D Still feeling great - suddenly found myself clearing out my cupboards in the kitchen. I found lots of interesting things I didn't...

Hi Haylo welcome and good luck. I've just started my journey on Exante (Day 11 now) and dare I say it but I'm actually finding it quite easy :) I've got into a routine of a hot shake for breakfast, a bar at lunchtime and soup for dinner - I even sit at the table with the rest of my family. If...

Day 10 :D 100% still and getting easier because I'm not hungry anymore :D Had quite a stressful day as had DS1 and 2 off school 'ill'. By about 10 am they had recovered! Miracle or deception? the latter I think - I never get it right :sigh: They have been driving me mad all day but I didn't...

Hi and welcome :) I lost 5lbs in my first week (now on week 2) and I've got 3-4 stone to lose. I think it can differ for everyone and I must admit seeing the big losses some people had made me a little disappointed with my 5lbs, but as long as I reach my goal in the end it doesn't really matter...

Hi, I'm new so by no means an expert but I've read quite a lot on here about the sticks and it's nothing to worry about. If you're sticking to the diet you will lose weight. If you do a search on here for ketosis you'll find lots more info :) Hazel x

Well done - it's good to have a plan :) Good luck for wi this week x

Well done for starting and good luck :) I've just started (Day 10 now) and just taking it one week at a time. We can do it together! :D Hazel x

Maybabe that's a brilliant loss, well done!:happy096: I'm on Day 10 and lost 5lbs last week - bit disappointed but just got to keep plodding on haven't we? :) Hazel x

Well done Nursetubs it's all going in the right direction :) Hope you enjoy your day chilling. I have DS1 and 2 off school today 'ill' but surprise surprise they made a miraculous recovery! I always get it wrong :sigh: x

Good luck on your journey. I'm on Day 10 and so far I'm loving it :D x

Hi, I would say just have another exante shake if you don't like the soup. I have 1 shake, 1 bar and 1 soup personally but you could have 3 shakes it's up to you what combination you do - but no more than 1 bar a day. Good luck x

Thanks for your comments everyone, the support on here is fantastic :D I am now at the end of Day 9 100% ts and I can't believe I'm say this but - I'm finding it really easy! (famous last words?!). Ketosis has kicked in 'good and proper' as I don't feel hungry :D and after my soup I was so...

Hi I'm on Day 8 and I have a question - I bought a mixed bumper pack so I'm having a shake, a bar and a soup each day. I just wondered if anyone has found that they get different losses if they have all 3 meal replacements as shakes/soups and no bar?? I ask this because I know that they have...

I want a Sponge Bob Squarepants beaker!:p All I've got is a faded Carling Pint Glass! Fab weightloss Conor well done! :D Keep up the good work.

Me too please! I'd like to lose 15lbs to take me to 13st 8, which I was last Christmas :D ally2069 target to follow...(down to 16st) Danii 18lbs...(down to 10st 10) nursetubs 18lbs...(down to 12st 7) skinny-wannabe82 15lbs...(down to 10.4) pinkelle -14lbs Hazel115 15lbs...(down to 13st 8)

Well I've made it to weigh in and I've lost 5lbs. Bit disappointed if I'm honest, as I was hoping for a bit more (don't we all:p) but I lost 3lbs the week before so 8lbs in 2 weeks is better than I've done for the past year (just kept putting it on) and it's my time of the month! On a positive...

Well done :happy096: 7lbs is brilliant! I've got my first weigh in tomorrow, hope it's as good as yours! Let me know how the daily weighing goes. I didn't want to get obsessed with the scales but agree it may keep us motivated. Keep going hun, with all the support on here we can do it! We're...

I've made it to Day 7! :happy036:and it's definitely getting easier. I've been using the ketostix and they are getting darker. Still feel hungry today but not as much :D Remembered to have the choc shake made with peppermint tea this morning and it was really yummy :D Seemed to have more...

Crikey that's really disciplined, I don't think I could wait until then. Have you always done that? x

Hi, just wondered what time everyone tends to have their shakes/bar/soup etc. I'm on Day 6 today and I'm finding that between 4-6pm I struggle a bit with low energy and feel really weak. I tend to have a shake at about 0930, a bar at 1300 then soup at 1800, as I was trying to stick to my...

Hi EllieL just wanted to say good luck, I'm on Day 6 and finding it okay so far. Still hungry even though I'm drinking lots, so I'm hoping that will pass soon. Had a dodgy tum Day 3 and 5, which I gather can be normal. Hope the rest of your first week goes well. x

Hi Sarette just had a peek through your diary and wanted to say hi. I'm on Day 6 and your weight loss is really inspiring. Well done and fingers crossed for wi tomorrow x

Hi good luck on your journey. I'm on Day 6 and finding it ok so far - apart from an upset tummy, which I gather can be normal. x

I love the Exante soups too! maybe it's because I'm only on Day 6. I expect by the time you've done it for weeks the novelty has well and truly worn off! x

Hi FakeFrowns I had upset tum on Day 3 and Day 5 so I don't think it's unusual. Think it mentions it in the Exante leaflet too. As Determinator says it's to do with all the vits and mins x

Hi DustQueen it's going really well, thanks for asking. I'm on Day 6 and have stuck to it 100% with no scale hopping. So I'm really hoping for a good loss come saturday, to keep me motivated. I probably didn't pick a good week to start as it's totm but fingers crossed. I'll pop across and...

I've made it to Day 6 and to be quite honest I'm gobsmacked! Think hubby is too to be honest, but he keeps saying he knew I could do it - bless him. He's probably relieved as he's been wanting to lose weight for the past year, but with my depression/comfort eating he didn't want to make it...

Lol I know what you mean about eating anything. I'm the type of person who if I don't like something I'll eat it all just to make sure :p Hope tomorrow's wi goes well :) x

Thanks Thetrigos - a good clearout is definitely what it is! :eek:

Hi and thanks everyone for your comments. Day 5 today :p and still going well in terms of sticking to it. Had an upset tummy again this morning though :eek: and sorry for too much information but it was bright yellow!! :sign0137: should I be concerned?? Feel fine in myself though. Put some...

Hi Maybabe stay strong you can do it! Just keep thinking it's not forever and how brilliant you'll feel if you keep going! I'm on Day 4 and today was the first time I really wanted to eat something. I just kept thinking it's only a feeling and I don't have to give into it. By the time I had...

You've lost it before so you can do it again. Best of luck and well done on starting again - you only fail if you give up trying x

Yum! Just had some peppermint tea - didn't know I liked that. Definitely going to try the choc shake with it tomorrow. Feeling really lucky that I like the taste of everything so far, I know there are others who don't, which must make it really hard. x

Ooh forget to say I have the shakes hot, actually haven't tried them cold because I've needed warming up x

Hi I'm on Day 4 and I've been adding alot more water to my shakes and soups, about 400ml. Could you try splitting them up - half a shake/soup at a time with more water? I also add sweetener to the shakes. Try and just get through the first few days. There are quite a few people who liked...

Well done Shellyn! It doesn't matter how long it's taken as long as you get there in the end. It's all going in the right direction x

Hi Harriet just wanted to say hi and good luck with Day 1. I've just started too and I'm on Day 4 now. Finding it fairly easy at the moment so I hope it lasts. Had a few side effects - slightly fuzzy head, upset tummy and really manky taste in my mouth. I can deal with that - not sure if the...

Hi Maybabe glad to see you've made it to Day 2. I'm starting Day 4 and so far so good. Had a dodgy tummy yesterday but seems to have settled today. How are you finding the shakes? I had the banana one this morning but hot and I thought it was lush. Is this diet doing strange things to our...

Thetrigos that's a really good point. I think we get brainwashed into believing that 'naturally' slim people don't need to worry and that maintaining comes easily to them, however I have a friend who's a size 8, she's never been overweight, never been on a diet, but she weighs daily. If she's...

Day 4 :D and still finding it fairly easy. Feel a bit lethargic but otherwise ok - my tummy seems to have settled down now thank goodness :p At one point yesterday I thought we were going to have to evacuate the building :eek: Had banana shake this morning and had it hot, it was absolutely...

Hi I'm having a shake for breakfast, bar for lunch and soup for tea. I think you can have whatever combination you want but no more than 1 bar a day, so in theory 3 shakes or 3 soups. x

Hi Fakefrowns I'm on Day 3 too. Think I'm getting ketosis signs - rank taste in my mouth. Went out and bought mouthwash and spray today as I'm a little paranoid :eek: Had a major upset tummy this morning but apart from that I'm finding it ok. What about you have you got any side effects...

Well done! I'm on Day 3 and finding it okay so far. Hope I have your staying power x

Good luck EllieL I've just started and I'm on Day 3, coping okay so far and enjoying the shakes, bars and soups. x

Well I've made it to Day 3 100% TS! Had a very upset tummy this morning which wasn't pleasant :eek: but I feel okay in myself. Managed to cook roast dinner for everyone yesterday and sit at the table with them to have my soup. Didn't feel deprived at all so hope it lasts :) DH has been...

Hi maybabe well done for starting and good luck :D I'm on Day 3 today and have been finding it ok so far - apart from this morning when I had a very upset tummy :( I've been having the shakes hot to warm me up and surprisingly I find the strawberry one is the nicest. Also having the soups...

Thanks phoenix I think you're probably right. I used to do 2 classes a week before I piled on the weight, but haven't been going much since. They have mirrored walls and realising that the baby elephant prancing about was me :eek: wasn't very motivating! Think I'll start walking more - our dog...

Ooh I think I'll get myself one of those too. Had a few problems with lumpy bits this morning - just had to sieve it through my teeth lol :p x

Hi I'm only on Day 2 but the plan is to eat 'normally' between Xmas Eve and New Years Eve. I was going to operate an 'Eat what I want when I want - as long as I'm hungry' policy. But who knows! Once I'm losing weight I may not want to lose momentum for that long, and it might be dangerous to let...

Thanks for all your replies :) It's great to hear how everyone else is doing. Woo! I've completed Day 1 and actually found it ok - I'm still riding on the wave of excitement though so I'm sure it will get harder.:character00180: I found the shakes and soups smell a bit funky but tasted ok...

Wow well done 15lbs in your first week is fantastic! and well done on your previous vlcd it takes a lot of dedication to stick to it so you should be really proud of yourself. I know you've put it back on but as you say at least you know what not to do this time :)

Hi, I would think that if you're already in Ketosis it should be fine but I'm no expert as I'm only on Day 1! just wanted to welcome you and wish you luck :D

Enjoy your swim phoenix, I know what you mean about takeaways - my husband and I are a bit partial to those. I've just had my soup, thai chicken, which I actually really enjoyed :D I feel totally stuffed now. Just getting myself comfy on the sofa for an evening of strictly, xfactor and maybe a...

Hi ally I had a bar for lunch and really liked it - it's funny how we're all different :p how much coffee did you put in your shake? I did that this morning but wasn't sure on the taste. I'll let you know about the soup but I think our tastebuds are a little different :) x

Excellent idea. I'm having my first soup later and it's with slight worry now! I keep hearing how gopping they are :eek: How are you coping with your first week? is this the first time you've done a VCLD? Good luck and maybe we can help each other along the way :) x

Thanks phoenix101 and moonbeams. Phoenix101 you've had some really good losses well done on sticking to it for this long, I hope I can. I'm surviving ok today not even hungry. My friend just bought some of her birthday cake round (she doesn't know I'm doing this as I decided not to tell people)...

Hi, well today is my first day and I thought I'd start a diary to keep me on track. A bit of background - I'm 34 years old, have 3 children Jack (12), Ben (8) and Grace (5) and luckily a very supportive Husband. I've always struggled to keep my weight stable, been on every diet going (except...

That's so fantastic! Well done! You are such an inspiration. It makes me feel even more determined to do this. Good luck on your maintenance phase, I look forward to reading how you're getting on. Hazel x

Hi, I'm starting today so glad to hear you're finding it easier than you thought you would. It's strange but I feel so excited about this diet - I'm so determined to do it. It's my first VLCD but definitely not my first diet, what about you - have you done a VLCD before? Hazel x

Thanks Lord Lulu well done on getting to day 5. I officially started today and so far I've had a vanilla shake and lots of water and black coffee. Wasn't overly keen on the taste but I gather it gets better. I've got soup for tea so I'll look forward to that lol x

Hi, well done on completing your first day. I'm starting tomorrow so I hope I can manage it too - never done a VCLD before. Wishing you lots of luck - we can do this!

Thanks for your replies :) It's really helpful to know how others plan their day. I can't believe how excited I am about starting tomorrow! Don't think I've ever been this excited about a diet. Let's hope it lasts :D

Thanks Heffer for those tips. You've done really well with your weight loss it's really inspiring!:D My order arrived! I was so excited I practically ran out to greet the delivery driver :p So looking forward to starting tomorrow! x

Hi, I'm hoping my first bumper pack will arrive tomorrow so I can start Saturday too! I'm so excited too! Usually pig out a bit before I start a diet but just refused a packet of maltesars and told my OH to eat them - that is unheard of! Good luck with your journey hopefully we can spur each...

Yes I'll definitely keep in touch, that'll be good to motivate each other. I've only ever done Slimfast for a couple of days and that was bad enough. By the time my evening meal came I stuffed my face! The theory is if I remove food altogether I'll cope better. We'll see ;) x

Hi Maybabe, I ordered my first batch today, have 3 children and have about the same amount of weight to lose as you! I'm hoping to start on Monday because that's when all my diets start lol. However being very impatient I expect I'll start as soon as it arrives. When are you hoping to start...

Thanks for your lovely replies. Exante certainly seems to working for you all! The losses are fantastic. I hope I can stick to it without giving in to cravings - any tips welcome. x

Hi just thought I'd introduce myself. I'm 34 years old and have 3 children. For the past year or so I have suffered badly with depression and unfortunately comfort ate my way through it, going from 12st to 15st :cry: I have got to the point where enough's enough! I need to take control! I've...

Was joking about using a bigger plate ;-)

Don't forget it is recommended that you fill 1/3 of your plate with superfree veg though. You can still eat lots - you just need a much bigger plate lol! Hazel x

That sounds yummy! Dhansak is my favourite too so will definitely give it a try. Thanks x

Ha know the feeling! I brought my ironing pile downstairs this morning so I could get all the school clothes done before the weekend (usually leave it to last thing sunday and curse myself). It's still sat on the dining room table, whilst I have my feet up with a glass of wine! I'll regret it...

Oh big virtual hug from a stranger lol! Hope the time goes by quickly for you - it's horrible when your OH is away. Take care. Hazel x

I did SW a couple of years ago and lost 2 stone. I thought at the time I would do it for life but gradually the weight went back on when I started to eat too many syns. I'm back doing SW again and this time I'm trying to work out where I went wrong last time. One of the main things I did was...

Try not to be too hard on yourself we all have them. Try to write down the reasons you want to lose weight, put them on cards and place them in strategic places in the kitchen. I've just had to do this as I've baked fairy cakes and flapjacks for the kids and they are calling to me! lol! I've...

Yes I agree with StacieG. You don't want to feel deprived of those martinis and then have a bad day tomorrow! Don't beat yourself up about it either. This has got to be a plan for life and there are going to be more times when you eat something you hadn't planned on eating. This is...

Hi, just wanted to say I've also had depression on and off since 15 (I'm now 33). I also lost 2 stone with SW then put most of it back on. Been on anti depressants for just over a year now (my third time on them) and I'm just trying to get back on the plan, but it's so hard when one day you...

Hi Stirky, yes how strange! especially as I hadn't even heard of JUDDD before joining the forum! My little girl Grace was 4 last week! We're also roughly the same height. Although must be different builds as I don't think it would be physically possible for me to get to 10 stone lol! When I...

I'M JOINING YOU! Hi everyone, my name's Hazel I'm 33 and live in Torpoint, Cornwall (near Plymouth). I have 3 children, 2 boys 11 and 7 and a little girl who's 4. I have been on this forum for a week or so and was going to do Slimming World (did it a couple of years ago and lost 2 stone, only...

Hi Alex I've just drank a bottle of wine and now I'm really struggling to stay out of the kitchen! Somehow I always seem to think that drink doesn't count! Had been doing really well up to that point! Oh well diet starts again tomorrow x

Thanks MommyB, sounds interesting. My husband laughs everytime a new book arrives from Amazon but I do gain something from each one I read - almost like adding pieces to a jigsaw puzzle. So I'm going to order a copy of that one too! I'll have to buy a bigger bookcase soon lol!

Hi MommyB, yes definitely sounds familiar! Who is 'overcoming overeating' by? I don't know if I have that in my vast collection! lol x

Hi Jasmine thanks for your message. Have you decided what diet you're going to do? This forum is fantastic! I think it will be really good support, especially when I need something to do so I stay out of the kitchen! Good luck losing weight before your 60th, I'm sure you can do it if you...

Hi Emma, Don't worry it takes a little while to get your head round. You just pick whether you want to do a red or green day and it's just personal preference how many of each you do. I tend to stick to green but with lots of carbs I can feel bloated, in which case I would have a couple of red...

Hi Katyvictoria, I just joined the forum yesterday and I'm loving it! I lost 2 stone through Slimming World a couple of years ago but suddenly something snapped and I started bingeing and put 1 1/2 stones back on! I too have read Beyond Chocolate, Paul McKenna and others - my latest one 'The...

Hi Peanut1 you've done well to lose a stone already so don't be too hard on yourself. I've been 'good' these past couple of days - been drinking lots of water and eating lots of fruit (spent alot of time running to the toilet for a wee though lol! - good exercise I suppose). My problem is all...

Thanks for your advice. I am absolutely loving this forum! I think I'm going to find it a great help in my weight loss journey. Not sure if my other half is as keen - I've been hogging the laptop all evening and haven't said a word to him! lol! did I mention I have obsessive tendancies as well...

Hi not my photos but yes I agree they're great!

Thanks Pesty I think you're right - I need to decide what diet I'm doing first and foremost. I also need to watch what I mindlessly put in my mouth - just cleared out the car after the school run and found 2 mini eggs on the backseat - automatically popped them in my mouth! how awful as I don't...

COUNT ME IN! Hi, I'm new to this but hope you don't mind me joining in. I'm off to Portugal 23 June and would really like to lose 10lbs by then! Usually I have a tendancy to put on weight with the pressure of trying to lose it! It just doesn't make sense. Hazel x Devon_Dumpling to lose 35...

Thanks that's good advice. I do tend to forget to drink water in the winter. I also have a tendancy to dwell on food/current diet so will definitely try and busy myself. I've got plenty of cupboards that need sorting out - I've got 3 children who all seem to think you just open the door and...

Just eaten a packet mix cous cous for my lunch - you've inspired me to make my own tomorrow! sounds yummy Hazel x

Started my diet again for the 7th time this month! I'm trying to keep out of the kitchen as I know if I go in there I will eat something! Not even sure what diet I'm doing - I've confused myself so much over the years. So far today I've eaten a big bowl of branflakes with raisins for breakfast...

Hi, alibalibee your pictures are amazing! When I see what can be achieved it makes me more determined to sort my head out!

Hi, I found this forum last night and plucked up the courage to join today! I'm 30 years old and have been dieting on and off since I was 7, although the sad thing is I don't think I've ever been that overweight - I just never thought I was slim enough. My dad was always on at my mum to lose...