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    Does anyone else think this?

    What really gets my goat is these magazines saying Natalie has gone from a size 16 to a 0. What they should say is a 16 to a 4 as the 16 is a UK size and the 0 is a US and equivalent to our size 4. They must do it deliberately just to make it sound far more extreme (although I do think a size 4...
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    Sorry silly question

    There are 454 grammes in a pound. Check it out by looking in the front of your dairy. You could also look at a tub or packet of margarine - what used to be a half pound of marg is now slightly bigger and is actually 250 grammes.
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    If you could pick?

    I'd like to have Geri Halliwell's abs...and maybe her legs too.
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    feeling fat?

    When I was 4.5 stones heavier I used to look in the mirror and often think I looked slim. It's so weird but I think I've always had some cock-eyed view of my body. Now I'm 9.5 stones and I often think my legs seem fatter than they were before. I really notice fat areas much more now. Rational...
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    My Birthday 'Posh Frock'

    I notice all the celebs are wearing coloured shoes these days with black dresses rather than black. What colour are you thinking of having? I've gone a bit mad on shoes lately (feet got smaller) and suddenly realised that although all those I've bought are different colours they all seem to be...
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    ketosis - infromation found on website...

    I was originally referring to Harriet2's quote of "so no positives then just scary stuff" but by the time I'd posted so many others had responded that I had to edit my post by taking out her quote and changing it around a bit. That said I still feel that it needed pointing out that the article...
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    Can i lose 7lbs in 4 days?? Too hopeful??

    I think that some people on week 1 could lose 7lbs in 4 days if they have a significant amount to lose so yes, it can be done. However, you aren't on week 1, you have your TOTM, and the realist in me says that you could be being overly-optimistic. Still, and I'm not being horrible here, you do...
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    people who sell on ebay uk shakes

    You've raised an interesting point there actually. I've never thought about why it is available on ebay yet I have seen a few mentions of people buying it from there. Maybe workers from where it is manufactured advertise it on there? - they'd probably be able to ensure all flavours. I guess...
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    IS THIS WRONG.......????!!!!

    Well I must admit I'm glad you said who it is as that picture has been airbrushed so much - I didn't recognise him. It just doesn't even look like a real picture at all. Reminds me of the recent Kylie advert in all the magazines - looks like a fantasy picture rather than a photo. Your avatar...
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    Before & After Photo Thread of Inspiration!!! Post Your photos here!

    I absolutely adore your cardigan - please please tell me where I can get it from - I promise I won't wear it on the same day as you!:D
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    What to do - Dilemma Help needed please

    Maybe it's just me and perhaps I'm just lazy but if I thought I had to work so hard at making a relationship work I just couldn't be bothered. To me love and marriage shouldn't be something you have to work really hard at. It needs to have more natural flow and there needs to be a basic...
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    Sooo...does Atkins really work??

    Hi Nige When you say you've been on Atkins for 11 years does that mean you use it as a general way of eating? I assume you don't mean you have been using it as a way of losing weight for 11 years? What do you do - do you follow a particular phase of the plan?
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    That's IT!

    Well you look very slim - I really thought your ticker hadn't been updated.
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    That's IT!

    Hi Spooky Have just taken a look at your photos and am amazed as your ticker says you still have 21 pounds to go. You look so slim. Is your ticker up-to-date?
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    Atkins i'm back

    STBG - I was wondering the same thing. You've done brilliantly on CD by losing 8 stones and only have nearly 3 stones to go (which won't take you long Speedy Gonzales). :D What made you change to CD though if you had successfully used Atkins for 3 years? Did you just get fed up with the sort...
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    What to do - Dilemma Help needed please

    There are quite a lot of serious bad points about this guy and very few good ones. The fact that you've listed all the negative first and then thought up some good ones is also an indicator too. I'm very happily married and can come up with loads of lovely things about my hubby and I'd have to...
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    Psyllium Husk

    I use them every day in a hot shake mixed up as a porridge with no probs - but we're all different. What suits one doesn't suit another.
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    Chest pains from bingeing - advice needed

    Do kids or anyone NEED crisps? They are empty calories with very limited nutrients and they aren't even filling. I know I'm generalising but in my expereince in the supermarket queue when people have loads of multipack crisps and packs of biscuits and chocolates most of the time you will see...
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    Fat Acceptance

    Some of the stuff on this website is quite interesting. Ofter thin people are thought to be healthier but just because someone is thin doesn't mean their arteries aren't clogged up with cholesterol leading to heart disease. Lots of smokers tend to be slimmer because they substitute cigarettes...
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    Something weird..

    Well, when you put the weight on I bet you didn't put it on absolutely everywhere??
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    My negative mother

    I'm hoping that's what will happen with my sis. I don't want him stuffing his face with Big Macs and stuff but, like you say, everything in moderation.
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    My negative mother

    This is the kind of thing I'm worried about with my soon to be born nephew. My youngest sister reckons she won't be giving her child sweets, chocolates of take him to fast food restaurants ever. Whilst in one way I don't think this is a bad thing I just think the minute he gets a chance he'll...
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    My negative mother

    How awful for you that your mom is being so unsupportive. I know how you feel though - mine isn't negative but the only comments have been that she was surprised my bust measured 33" (as she reckoned it only looks about 30") and, when I was lamenting having to get rid of so many lovely clothes...
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    wife swap refugee

    Just seen the clip and I do vaguely remember watching the programme (or part of it). The bloke was full of foul language in front of his child which is pretty apalling. However, I remember being soooooo irritated by the woman going on and on and on and on calling him a little boy. Just my...
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    Negative coments from old CD's

    I was on CD 18 years ago and was great on it. My only problem was that I didn't follow the programme properly and I just went from months of sole-sourcing back to solid food. I didn't even do AAM every 5th week as I was losing weight so quickly. I was in agony when I started eating solids again...
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    obese people on the news

    Things are get a bit heated on here aren't they? What the other poster said is actually true. It may be that addictive personalities cause us to over-indulge in whatever appeals to us (food, drugs, cigarettes, Alcohol) but it is down to our lack of control around that thing and lack of...
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    CD Soups.

    My absolute favourite soup is the Oriental Chilli (don't know what I'll do without this when I have to stop CD) then the Vegetable and then the Chicken and Mushroom. I find the tomato far too sweet (never liked heinz tomato either though) and the potato and leek far too salty. Haven't tried...
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    should I have a bypass

    Well part of your answer was great - it shows you CAN lose the weight naturally. You just need to concentrate then on maintaining that lower weight. Only my opinion but when you can do something yourself and gain a great sense of achievement why would you want to go and have a non-essential...
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    obese people on the news

    I'm sick of seeing the same celebs in every magazine showing how much weight they've lost, how they did it and how they're maintaining it. Who cares? These celebs are the biggest part of the problem. They should stop being so egotistical and if they want to lose weight just get on and do it...
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    obese people on the news

    That's exactly what the programme is about - showing that neither has a diet that is healthy and the two I have watched have shown both parties realising that. I must admit it is a bit of a freak show and it is amazing how I often think the super-skinny one isn't that far off normal. It isn't...
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    Gallery Photo's ...

    I must admit in hindsight I probably should have done it as I am having difficulty in seeing myself as others see me......and you're right about it giving others inspiration.
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    Running

    Biggest tip would be to make sure you get the correct footwear and remember that running on hard ground is very high impact and you can do a lot of damage to your feet. Anywhere you can run on softer ground to reduce the impact? Oh, and keep yourself well-hydrated. Better still buy a running...
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    Anyone else feel like this?

    I totally agree with what other posters have said about how rude people are to comment this way. But then your post is actually saying that you are unhappy with your weight too. You are saying you expected to look better and are depressed about it so it doesn't really sound as if you are happy...
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    Liking yourself...how much does it matter to you?

    Please don't think I thought you were trying to offend anyone by asking the question. Sounds like a good question to ask and maybe in asking the question it might make them go home and perhaps think about it (although they might not necessarily want to bare their souls to you about the answer)...
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    Valentines day!

    Why don't you sit at a candle-lit table at home and enjoy a nice meal? You can cook something for your partner and you could have a CD soup followed by a shake for dessert. That way you can sit down and have a nice time together AND stick to the SSing to show that you love yourself and are doing...
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    Mixing soups and shakes....

    I thought you were supposed to eat/drink the shakes and soups within 15 minutes of mixing them?
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    Serial Scale Hopper

    I don't keep hopping on throughout the day but I do weigh myself every morning. I need to for my peace of mind. If I have put weight on or stayed the same whilst dieting then it spurs me on to try harder that day. If I have lost weight then it spurs me on to continue. The way I see it for me...
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    slendertone

    I used to go on slendertone machines in a salon years ago and then bought one of the ones for home use. They definitely work and do not hurt if the pads are actually put in the right place on the muscles. If you get pain you need to move the pad. They are a great lazy way for doing exercise and...
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    the compliments are sabotaging me ...

    I'm getting to hate people asking me how much I weigh now - my neighbour asks me every few days! Considering I told very few people that I was dieting there are now far too many commenting on my weight. Although I'm a healthy weight of 9 stones 5 pounds which is fine as I'm 5' 4.5" I still want...
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    Why Bother?

    Just my opinion but if most of your weight is muscle mass and you are still cycling 20 miles 5 days a week plus weight training, water fitness and walking then you clearly cannot possibly lose the muscle mass. Surely the only way you can lose weight that is muscle is by not exercising? - you...
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    Disaster - I am so upset

    Okey dokey - thanks for your help Kate.
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    Disaster - I am so upset

    Thanks for the info Kate - so if I'm not doing resistance exercise will I be losing lean musle mass? and, if so, can that be dangerous as it could be muscle from around the heart?
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    Hydration Calculator

    Mine came out at 2.5 litres - and I manage to do more than that so I'm pleased about that. Just glad it didn't say 4 litres for me!
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    Please help me

    Good on you - you go for it - that's what I wanted you to say! xx
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    Liking yourself...how much does it matter to you?

    I think a lot of people wouldn't want to answer this question as a result of embarassment as you say. Perhaps some haven't ever thought about it - I think a lot of people don't go in for self-analysis and often life and the everyday humdrum can get in the way of taking time out to do this...
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    Disaster - I am so upset

    Isn't it? What happens then when you exercise your muscles and expend more energy than you are taking in on a VLCD?
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    Disaster - I am so upset

    BTW - disasters are the result of earthquakes, Tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, major accidents. When your weight hasn't gone up or down after a week on a diet it is not a disaster. Get things in perspective Lisa. LOL
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    Disaster - I am so upset

    I agree - you probably overdid it on the exercise. You'll probably be retaining fluid because of the TOTM and you may have increased your muscle mass as a result of all the exercising. I'd cut down on the exercise until you're well into the diet and up the water intake. Brilliant that you're...
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    TRIMGEL?

    How can a gel that you apply to your skin stop you from feeling hungry and speed up your metabolism as this claims? There are adverts like this in women's magazines all the time and so many gullible people fall for them. They talk about not putting the gel on so often if you start to lose too...
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    Please help me

    I think you are supposed to take it easy when you first go on CD and not exercise. If you have been over-exerting yourself and not taking in enough liquids your headache may be as a result of dehydration (or could be your body de-toxing if you normally eat a high carb diet). I know you won't...
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    Gallery Photo's ...

    I haven't put any pics on as I didn't have any taken when I was at my heaviest (13 stones 12 pounds). It just didn't occur to me to have before and after pictures. I feel like it's the future I'm interested in and not the past so as I've dropped the weight I've just been thinking about what I...
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    First time I've asked for this.........

    It's a bit worrying that your doctor has agreed an ideal weight for you that sounds like it is over a BMI of 25 (which is considered overweight). You've obviously lost a lot of weight so no wonder you are confused now as it isn't easy to get you head around getting slim so quickly. I look in...
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    How Much Calories..

    138 - it isn't written on each sachet but is on the outside of the box.
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    Bra advice??

    Kellie, How do they do it visually? Do you just stand in your current bra and they look at you and guess your bra size and ask you your height? Do they do it by asking what size bra you are wearing at the time and make adjustments for anything wrong with the fit of it? Also, I'd just like to...
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    Bra advice??

    Can anyone who has had a 'proper' bra fitting tell me what they should fit like? I remember having a fitting a couple of years ago and was amazed at how tight they are supposed to be across the back - felt like it was strangling me. Now my sis reckons M&S say you shouldn't be able to get two...
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    Inch loss Island

    I don't normally watch GMTV but was surprised last Friday to see how many dress sizes the 3 women who had been exercising and dieting on Inch Loss Island had gone down by. They'd only been there since the Monday so had only done 4 full days on dieting and exercise. A couple of them had...
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    A question for you all

    What about Rosemary Conley's Hip and Thigh diet? Surely that is for the pear-shaped amongst us?
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    Turning into a hermit

    These people are not true friends. If they were they would be helping you. Maybe they rather like the idea of you being overweight and don't want you to get skinny too. If you need to become a hermit for a while in order to get firmly onto the diet then do so and start going out later when you...
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    Question for the smokers here...

    But maybe them tasting horrible might put you off them and help you to get rid of that vice at the same time. Still, if you can manage to smoke something that tastes horrible then you'll probably manage to eat some of the things on LL that others don't like and will probably stick to it easily!!
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    My CDC is fatter than me

    Lynjo, I agree with your original post - it isn't very encouraging. It could make people think that the programme doesn't work if CDCs end up putting weight back on. Does it show that CD isn't as easy as they say or that maintenance is very difficult or that it just doesn't work and that you...
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    Can't decide....

    I think you look absolutely brilliant and have done great. I am always surprised at what sizes different people are though. I am 5' 4.5" and also weigh 9 stone 6 and my BMI is 22.3. I take a size 8 or 10 in tops with a 10 bottom but I still have fat on my thighs, tummy and at the side of my...
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    Porridge Recipe Please

    Never thought to try the husks in the soups - thanks for that - I know what I'm having for tea tonight now.
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    Feeling deflated..........

    HI MM Congratulations on your fabulous weight loss. There is no way that people can fail to notice a 6 stone weight loss unless you were totally gi-normous to start. I was 4 and a half stones overweight and I don't think it showed to others generally until I'd lost two stones and I must...
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    What day will tomorrow be?

    Depends on whether you see her at start or end of day - yes it is day 6 of your diet but if you get weighed by her in the morning then although it's day 6 you will have only been on the diet for 5 days. If you get weighed at the end of the day you will have ben on the diet for 6 days. Is it...
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    My coccyx hurts - anyone else in the same boat?

    Sorry to hear about that Sim - mine has actually not been so bad today so maybe I'm just getting used to it.
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    Once Your At Goal... How To Maintain And Saggy Skin

    I totally agree with this...and I'm giving myself a bit of a kick up the jacksy to stop myself obsessing about what I look like. Thing with me is if I look in the mirror at home I don't see myself as slim (although I know I am as I've lost most of my excess weight) but when I catch sight of...
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    My coccyx hurts - anyone else in the same boat?

    Thanks everyone for the replies - I really hope it starts to redistribute soon as I went to the cinema last night and had to keep swapping cheeks and was a bit worried I might irritate the people behind us.
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    Knees - how do you get rid of fat knees?

    Thanks RedPam - I do like walking so I'll make a really concerted effort and hope it gets rid of the knee fat.
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    Knees - how do you get rid of fat knees?

    Are there any particular exercises that can be done to get rid of fat on the inner side of the knees or is it just the case that it'll go when all other excess weight is lost? My weight seems to be being lost from the top down and I can see my ribs at the mo when I bend forward (I'm hoping my...
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    My coccyx hurts - anyone else in the same boat?

    Hi Kirsten, I don't want to sound like I'm complaining either as I definitely prefer it now I've lost most of the weight. As long as that's what it's caused by I'm sure I'll get used to it. Just had a thought - wonder how people like Victoria Beckham and the other skinny celebrities cope -...
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    My coccyx hurts - anyone else in the same boat?

    Thanks for the reply Peridot. I'll check out Cerulean's posting. Although I'm not far off target I do have fat on my thighs, knees and hips still so do need to lose more and I was thinking that if I've still got meat on my hipbones how can my coccyx be so bony. I hope it does calm down or I...
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    Chromium

    I can't see that taking Chromium would be a problem as long as you don't exceed the stated dose. Actually today I opened my cupboard and took a couple of Chromium Piconicalate tablets today. I've been on CD for a few months now and haven't taken any previously but was just hoping they would give...
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    My coccyx hurts - anyone else in the same boat?

    Does anyone else have this problem? I've only noticed it over the last couple of weeks or so. I have lost just over 4 stones in weight and have only another 9 pounds to go to get to my target and it's the only thing I can think of to account for it hurting. It isn't agony but pretty...
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    To weigh or not to weigh??

    It's clear from the responses that everyone is different and you should do whatever makes you happy - if you want to weigh yourself twice a day and it helps you (it helps me to do it daily) then that is fine. If you want to rely on being weighed once a week or so by your CDC then that is fine...
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    Shop Sizes

    I've been shopping a fair bit lately and, despite what I thought when I went out, I found there actually was consistency between shops. In jumpers I took a size 8 in Wallis, Marks and Spencer, BHS and Principles. I bought size 10 trousers in BHS, Next and Principles. I bought coats in a size...
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    Same flavours, different tastes?!

    Is one lactose free and the other not? I hate the lactose-free Cappucino shake but I loved the normal one. My CDC told me that is they way the CD is planning to go to save them having to make two versions. Fortunately I'm not far off target now as, Ii this is anything to go by, I won't like...
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    Body dysmorphia

    This is me too. People want me to be realy excited about my weight loss but although I've had to get rid of ALL my clothes I look in the mirror and don't see a size 10 person. I went out the other day to buy new clothes and I held up the clothes and had no idea what size to try on. When I hold...
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    And my ring keeps slipping round!!

    Yes they do exist - they are just little plastic things that go on the underside of your finger. You usually see them advertised in mail order mags that come with newspapers etc You could try somewhere like Lakeland. I'm having the same trouble at the mo - it drives me nuts so I'm...
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    AWWWW MAAAAN!!!

    Hadn't been shopping for quite a while and last week decided to make sure I got all the family's special cards plus a few prezzies. I did actually buy two cards (could kick myself as they cost £5.25 each and I've lost them along with hubby's anniversary card - oops!) plus I bought three coats, a...
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    Looking forward to see who's under the fat!!!

    Sometimes I read posts on here that make me question if I am normal. My hubby swears there is no problem with my breath but after reading everyone talking about bad breath and ketosis I do sometimes worry that my hubby just hasn't noticed and that everyone else thinks I stink. I also have...
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    What dress size at what weight?

    It all depends on where you shop as there is so much difference in sizes between shops. Don't want to be negative but sizes have changed over the years and now come up bigger than they used to in order to flatter people into thinking they are smaller than they are. They aren't really doing the...
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    A scientific question about 790

    Totally not true about Atkins. Atkins is also based on Ketosis and lipolysis and the balance between carbs, protein and fat. During the induction phase (the first two weeks) carbs are restricted to 20g per day and each week thereafter they are increased by 5g. It is based on eating liberal...
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    Feet - have yours shrunk?

    Brantano do shoes in sizes 2 to 10 inclusive so hopefully you little and big 'uns will be able to find something there that you like. Check out their website Shoes and accessories at Brantano It's really good and if you enlarge the piccies you can then spin them round to see the shoes/boots...
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    PLEASE PLEASE CAN I HAVE

    It is pretty important to put the right amount in. A couple of times I have got it wrong and ended up feeling like I was eating frogs' spawn and heaving before finally throwing it away. When it's good it's really good but when you get it wrong....yuk!
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    How much basic training does a CDC have?

    Thanks for the info Spooky.
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    CDC's What should be done at a weigh in ?

    Perhaps it was just a one-off and things will be better next time you go? Make sure you ask her everything you want to know while you are there and don't worry about taking up her time. She decided to take on the role so she needs to commit the time and effort to it. If you find her the same...
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    How much basic training does a CDC have?

    I was just pondering on this question - I know my CDC has referred to being on CD so presumably all CDCs have to have successfully lost and maintained weight on the CD? But, what other training do they have to become CDC? My CDC is reasonably new and I noted that she mentioned "my training...
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    CDC's What should be done at a weigh in ?

    40 mile round trip only to find your CDC in the middle of making her dinner? How rude of her! Sounds like she is only interested in CD for the profit she can make so, if I were you, I'd find myself another CDC. My CDC is reasonably new and I would class her as okay. She has said some things...
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    OH what a bad week..and i haven't even been weighed yet!

    Just think you really need to be checked out by the GP to see if there was a specific reason for your fainting. I feel faint fairly regularly (but don't actually faint) but I have low blood pressure so nothing to worry about. It is a bit concerning that someone deemed you to have low blood...
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    How long on SS

    MY CDC said it was up to me whether I did AAM week or not as hers had said to her when she was on CD - but I chose to do it because I thought it would help speed up my metabolism and prevent me from plateau-ing (is that a real word?). I've noticed posts that say you have to get permission not...
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    constant wishing

    yuppet, I think all the previous answers about depression have given very good advice. It is clear that you perhaps have come off the tablets earlier than perhaps you should have and you might need to go back on them. In terms of doing things to be a nicer person - you've already said you...
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    overhearing negative comments about you

    Were the people you overheard talking about you being overweight actually being nasty about you? Sometimes it is too easy to be over-sensitive when you are unhappy at being overweight. Obviously people notice if you are overweight and I think it can be a fairly natural thing to notice or...
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    PLEASE PLEASE CAN I HAVE

    I got mine from Nutrition for Life | Healthspan They were £6.95 for 300 ml including P&P and took about two weeks to arrive (good job I ordered two).
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    HELP PANIC will I be able to lose 3 stones by end Dec?

    Tara, Some people do lose 3 stones in 2 months but the average weight loss quoted for CD is a stone a month. I think it will depend on your starting weight (the more you have to lose the quicker it will come off at first). Realistically I would anticipate losing 2 stones if you adhere strictly...
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    Amount of water mixed with shakes.

    I find that the Oriental Chilli soup is so tasty and full of flavour that if I have half of it with 300ml of water it still tastes good. With the other flavoured soups I use 300ml for a whole pack. I tend to have half a soup and half a shake afterwards so that I'm getting a dinner and a pud!
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    My Dad isn't too happy with WW diet

    My Dad wasn't told there were 'men only' meetings - mind you, he is 76 and lives alone so does like to socialise with ladies :D. He is doing the diet by himself at home now and is doing okay. He has never had scales before (which is probably why he let his weight get out of control) but now...
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    My Dad isn't too happy with WW diet

    My Dad wants to make sure he doesn't get into the habit of eating stuff like biccies (he's always been an 'all or nothing' person) and wants things to be off limits so he doesn't return to unhealthier eating. Just an update on my Dad and his diet: I've changed the volume he eats as he was...
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    Anyone wana see me in my wedding dress?

    Anna, The dress is really beautiful. At first I didn't realise it didn't quite do up and actually think it looks as if it is too big on the bust but I see what you mean now. I think you'll probably have to have it taken in anyway as losing two stones will probably make quite a difference to...
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    Iv been short listed for the SOTY

    You've done brilliantly OFM. Congratulations. Let us know if you get shortlisted even further.
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    I've got the lurgy :-(

    Do you have any of the additives for water? I tend to drink hot water with the berry additive on cold days - just thought it might help.
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    Aiming for the low end of healthy?

    That sounds fine to me as if you were that weight for ages it probably is your natural weight and I agree it sometimes is nice to have a few extra pounds on as you get a bit older. Good luck - hope it's not too long before you get to your target.
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    Iv been short listed for the SOTY

    How much weight have you lost then OFM?
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    Getting started GP question

    Xenical is for people who have fat in their diet so doesn't really encourage healthy eating. Still, my doctor gave it to me despite me telling him what I eat - perhaps he didn't believe me. So most of the time I couldn't take it as I wasn't eating any fatty foods! Waste of time and money...
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    Aiming for the low end of healthy?

    I'm aiming for a weight of 9 stones giving me a BMI of between 21 and 22 so not as low as you. However the NHS direct BMI calculator tells that a healthy weight range for your height is actually between 18.5 and 24.9 It looks like CD have chosen between 20 and 25 as what they feel is a healthy...
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    Just for the record...

    Yes apologies for that, when I read the last comment back I can see that it was perhaps offensive but glad I didn't offend you.
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    What is it with people???

    I did CD previously about 18 years ago as I put on 5 stones by bingeing after stopping smoking. There was a girl in my team who had just started on a diet and I didn't want us to end up in some sort of competition so I only told my OH. I worked fairly local and as I had recently bought a puppy I...
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    Just for the record...

    I think quite a few people did not read Nixx's post properly. I don't think she was even specifically referring to WW in relation to this subject. She said that she'd read lots of boards on this site and I, for one, think the subject of blipping/ cheating (whatever name you wish to call it) is a...
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    I don't really know how to put this...

    There was absolutely nothing offensive in your post. It is really good to hear different points of view of the forum.
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    What is it with people???

    You go girl! Me too.
  110. S

    What is it with people???

    It's definitely to do with both ignorance and jealousy. I have told as few people as possible I am trying to lose weight precisely so that they do not study everything going passed my lips and because too many people are judgemental about CD. They don't bother to listen to how the diet works...
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    I don't really know how to put this...

    I think they are different but I'm not sure they don't become confused with each other on this forum. I do think it is good for people to see that others have blipped and then got back to it and succeeded but maybe there are too few threads where people are sticking to the rules, doing well and...
  112. S

    even the dogs are teasing me

    My dog is a really fussy eater so I cook chicken breasts and rice every day for her....so the chicken isn't even the dog food type - it's top notch stuff that we can eat. It is hard to resist the smell when it's cooking so I cook only small amounts so that I'm not tempted to deprive my gorgeous...
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    I don't really know how to put this...

    Hi nixx, I totally agree with you and I feel exactly the same. When people cheat time and time again it does make me wonder whether a different diet would be more suited to them. I expressed a view like this some weeks ago and had a couple of responses from offended people. Okay so if you...
  114. S

    My OH wants me to GAIN weight

    The NHS direct calculator that someone put a link on here to the other day lists a BMI of between 18.5 and 24.9 to be a healthy weight range for your height with 25 and over being overweight. I think of the BMI as a guideline and am intending to get to 9 stones which is a BMI of 21.8. As long...
  115. S

    what next?

    dellymolly, Bear in kind that as you only have a stone to go it will obviously come off slower than if you have, say 5 stones to go. I think it was SteveM who said to me the other day that at your new lower weight it will take you less energy to burn off the pounds than at the higher weights...
  116. S

    Confession Time

    Something in the back of my mind tells me there aren't any carbs in vodka (I'm open to correction) so vodka and coke zero is probably one of the better things to drink in the alcohol line if you do have to.
  117. S

    The things that people say.......

    Out of the mouths of babes! :giggle::giggle:
  118. S

    The things that people say.......

    What a b!tch. Obviously jealous.
  119. S

    The things that people say.......

    They mean they don't want you to lose much weight probably because they are either overweight themselves and don't like to see others taking control of their lives and getting more fit, healthy and attractive or because they are slim and see you as a potential rival. Go show them girl - you...
  120. S

    Hi starting ss today need motivation to help stick to it this time!!

    The main thing is that you need to be in the right frame of mind to do any diet and stick to it. If your head is not in the right place you will never do it. When you start the diet you have to think not just that you really want to lose weight - we all 'want' to - but you have to be confident...
  121. S

    Sole Source tiredmess

    I felt totally exhausted for 6 weeks :eek: so I think it's a very individual thing and not necessarily the case that everyone feels on top of the world and full of energy. I did CD 18 years ago and that time I felt full of energy and never hungry but this time my experience has been totally...
  122. S

    My CDC doesn't agree re BMI

    I must admit I won't be going down to a BMI of 20 but that is good to hear as it does offer good protection for vulnerable dieters. My CDC has said though that some people continue getting soups/shakes as a supplement to make sure they are getting their full nutritional needs even after getting...
  123. S

    My CDC doesn't agree re BMI

    Thanks Georgie - I'm certainly trying to do it right this time. Last time I had to diet was 18 years ago and I did CD and cheated all the way through by having 6 (yes 6) packs of fruit gums very day so people at work wouldn't guess I was on a diet. I also never ate food on AAM week. I was in...
  124. S

    My CDC doesn't agree re BMI

    I won't be seeing my CDC for 4 weeks now and she is thinking of discussing adding food to my diet then. However, I know my BMI is 26.4 so I might actually add some food before I see her next so that I do follow the plan quite strictly. I did think this time that she would perhaps say that I...
  125. S

    My CDC doesn't agree re BMI

    Thanks - I agree about it being my body and being the weight I am comfortable at and there's no way I would ever want to be anorexic (like my food too much to ever do that anyway). I've picked on a BMI around 22 as the NHS Direct BMI calculator says a BMI of between 18.5 and 24.9 is ideal for...
  126. S

    My CDC doesn't agree re BMI

    Thanks for the advice and info.
  127. S

    My CDC doesn't agree re BMI

    I understand how the diet works and am doing it exactly by the book with no cheating. I am happy to move up to the higher plans to get to my target weight. I'm not planning on SSing down to 9 stones. What I'm concerned about is that my CDC thinks that I'll be too light at 9 stones although it's...
  128. S

    My CDC doesn't agree re BMI

    I saw my CDc the other day and she mentioned that next time I go and see her (in 4 weeks) we ought to think about adding some food to my diet. She asked me if I have a weight in mind that I want to get to and I told her that I think I want to be 9 stones although I will have to see as I get...
  129. S

    What's your evil demon food???

    According to the Atkins diet book the foods that we often crave are those that our bodies have an intolerance to.
  130. S

    What's your evil demon food???

    Why ever not? Oh you're just too tame and boring! :D
  131. S

    'Eating' out

    I would ask them to blend your soup for you and offer them say, a fiver, for the fact that you are occupying a space so they are technically losing a customer's money. I think it is great that you have decided not to eat but still go and enjoy the evening with your friends. I think I could do...
  132. S

    The Three D's

    I totally agree - and you seem to have them in abundance. You're doing brilliantly!
  133. S

    usernames

    My vet always refers to my gorgeous Cocker Spaniel as 'Sweetpea' and I just think that is so lovely. In the past people have referred to me as being sexy or attractive or glamorous and I suddenly thought that I've never been referred to as 'sweet' and I just really want to be. So, the only way...
  134. S

    X FACTOR!

    Based purely on last week's performance I don't think Kimberley should have been the one to go. She certainly wasn't the best but was in no way the worst IMO. Also as Sharon wouldn't pick which one of her two acts had to leave I think it should have gone to the public vote anyway. Why Sharon...
  135. S

    Only losing 2 pounds (ish) a week now

    Thanks Steve for your brilliant explanation. It does figure (and you weren't rambling - it was very informative). I am now at the weight that I was about 18 months ago prior to putting weight on. I had been 11 stone (ish) for about 3 years so I suppose the weight I have lost easily is the...
  136. S

    Only losing 2 pounds (ish) a week now

    silhouettes - I hope that's what will happen with me too as I think 2 pounds a week could make me get despondent if it carries on for too long. Opeyx - I don't have the bars very often - I tend to use them at the weekend for lunch if I'm out and about with others but I'll try and cut them out...
  137. S

    Only losing 2 pounds (ish) a week now

    Thanks - I'll try that and see what happens. I'm actually used to doing lots of walking on a daily basis so won't have any problems with it - but just hadn't got the energy on CD at first and keep going dizzy. I'll start again and see what happens.
  138. S

    Only losing 2 pounds (ish) a week now

    I'm not exercising but mainly because if I exert myself (or even if I walk up the stairs at home only twice in close succession) I tend to be dizzy whilst on CD. Also partly because I understand that exercise can actually cause you to stay the same/put weight on whilst on CD.
  139. S

    Only losing 2 pounds (ish) a week now

    Over the last three weeks I have only lost 2.8, 2.6 and 2.1 pounds which is a bit disappointing. I'm not going to give in - I will carry on - but considering how few calories and carbs there are I just don't understand why the weight loss is so low. Yes, I know I've lost inches but at the...
  140. S

    Private Messages

    On the blue menu bar at the top Go to User CP/Private Messages/Send new message
  141. S

    Where are all the Weight Watchers ???? new and regular ones ???

    Maybe WW is such a brilliant diet that nobody feels the need to come on here for support?
  142. S

    OMG......Wispa's

    I'm not bothered about those at all. I don't think they're anywhere near as good as creme eggs so I'm safe with them.
  143. S

    OMG......Wispa's

    Oh well, that's it then - I can't go out anymore. Hubby will have to do all shopping in future until I'm at target!
  144. S

    OMG......Wispa's

    Being on CD has actually changed my taste buds or something so that I'm not in the slightest bothered about chocolate. Don't know how but it has. Apart from the tetras I find the chocolate orange and chocolate shakes far too sweet for me now. That said the test for me will be just after...
  145. S

    need some encouragement!!

    I totally agree with points 1 -4. However although most people don't feel hungry on CD (I didn't when I did it 18 years ago) this time round it is totally different. I felt hungry for the first 6 weeks and now feel hunger periodocally (like very, very hungry today). I hope you are one of the...
  146. S

    All good work now blown away

    Thanks SteveM and Frejja - yu've put my mind at rest a bit. Yesterday I went dizzy loads of times and felt like I was really going to pass out but when I think about it I think that I was overly hungry at the time. I was digging my Dad's garden for him and bending up and down a lot and didn't...
  147. S

    WHAT MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD ???

    I feel good when my dog nuzzles up to me and puts her cheek against mine and just stays like it for ages - the side of her cheeks is so velvety. There is nothing like a dog's love to make you feel totally adored and cherished. I also feel good every night lying in my hubby's arms.....or when...
  148. S

    CD Jargon

    Men aren't usually right ;) but in this case this man is right!
  149. S

    psyllium husks everyday ???

    Thanks gilly28 and russiandoll. Thank goodness for that. Got a bit worried when it said powder - can't wait for them to arrive to try the porridge.
  150. S

    All good work now blown away

    Steve, I get dizzy from time to time on the diet and feel faint (but never have done) - a bit like how you go sometimes if you get up too fast. It doesn't happen often now - the last time was, oops, yesterday. I do have lowish BP anyway. I know you're not a doctor but do you think I should be...
  151. S

    What do you wear as you loose!!!

    What a great idea. I normally take them to Salvation Army Centres but last time I went I had to traipse across town as they had separated the collection centre for men from the one for women. A domestic violence centre sounds a great idea. I'm not keen on just going to charity shops as some of...
  152. S

    Visualisations...

    Hi mini, Thank you so much for that link. I don't think it's going to help with visualising what I'll be like when I get to target weight but it did put mind maps over and help me understand why they would help with my memory in exams. It was good to see someone explain about using words the...
  153. S

    psyllium husks everyday ???

    It says on Healthspan's website to have a heaped dessert spoon a day for 10 or 20 days and then have a 5 day break before restarting.
  154. S

    psyllium husks everyday ???

    OMG - have I ordered the wrong thing? I've ordered 2 tubs of 300g of pure husks from a company called Healthspan and I've been really looking forward to using these in my shakes. Something tells me I've dropped a clanger. Oh no - I've just read it says to take them either half an hour before...
  155. S

    All good work now blown away

    You don't say whether your GP actually tested your blood sugar and blood pressure? Was there somthing actually wrong with on of them or is this the case of a GP who thinks everyone should folow the Govt guidelines on how much and what we should eat? Normally you would be aware of being hypo...
  156. S

    Finally a soup that isn't bad!!!

    Oriental Chilli - my absolute fave! Didn't think I'd like it when I even heard the name at first but can't get through a day without having one. When I'm at target I'm going to keep buying it coz I love it so much. You need to try all the flavours once I think and I think I've tried most now...
  157. S

    is there a huge difference in wt loss from ss to 790

    You've had some really big losses which I don't even achieve on SS. I think you have to be a bit careful that you don't mislead people into thinking they should all achieve these losses. I think another factor to consider is the starting weight - I think the heavier you are the more likely it is...
  158. S

    What is the heaviest you have been when you've flown?

    The heaviest I've flown at is about 11 and a half stones and believe me I might be able to pull the tray down but it's still a blinking nuicance. Those things just aren't made big enough for everything that has to go on it.
  159. S

    Really down....

    Tarlton, Big hugs to you. At least you came on here and asked for support so that's something good that you've done. Never keep these feelings to yourself - I'm sure there'll always be someone around who can help you or who's been in the same boat. I was really scared when I first read your...
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    Quick Question

  161. S

    i am disappointed with 1st weigh in

    I read it wrong too - I thought you'd done a week of SS after a week of prepn. It still stands though that a loss is good and better than putting it on. You'll do really well on SS I'm sure.
  162. S

    How do you learn to like yourself ? ~ making small changes

    .............and you still left off your lovely smile.
  163. S

    How do you learn to like yourself ? ~ making small changes

    I scrub up well when required? Is that the best you can come up with? I thought the object of the exercise was to be positive about yourself ...and this is nothing like bing positive. C'mon you can do better than that.
  164. S

    i am disappointed with 1st weigh in

    Well it's a loss so it is definitely a step in the right direction so don't be disheartened. In the first week I lost 6.8 pounds and I must admit I was disappointed after reading of others having much bigger losses. I tend to lose between 3 and 3.8 pounds a week now. Thing is you probably lost...
  165. S

    Diet Doctors

    If you go back to what you ate before then you will obviously put weight on as you were clearly eating too much or the wrong things and that is why you put weight on. However, if you follow the plan properly by going on to AAM then the 790 plan and then onto higher plans you will be fine. You...
  166. S

    Chewing Gum ?

    Just because they are sugar-free doesn't make them carb and calorie free though so I think if it doesn't affect ketosis and weight loss you just happen to be lucky.
  167. S

    Ketostix - the interrogation!

    Boots usually interrogate but a lot of the private pharmacies just sell them to you. Having said that, I got my last ones from my local Boots and thy didn't question me but had to calculate how much to charge me for them -they charged £5.15 for 50.
  168. S

    how do you make porridge ?????

    I've just ordered the husks from Healthspan and they siad to allow up to 14 days to arrive from Guernsey. Do they normally take this long or is it just an outside time they are allowing?
  169. S

    how do you make porridge ?????

    Would it need to be sweetened if you are using your shake mix? or do you normally sweeten those too? I actually find the shakes very sweet so presume asding the husks might tone the sweetness down a touch.
  170. S

    At goal by Christmas??

    Hi Dobbie, Hope you didn't find my post negative when I said I thought weight loss could slow down the nearer you get to goal. From what others have replid it does sound like it is very likey you will reach goal by Christmas. I think I was thinking on other diets that it is harder the nearer...
  171. S

    any tips for me as join you on ss

    I noticed you were from Redditch. I used to work there until June of last year. I think there may have been a get-together fairly recently where people went up Broad Street but I was just a lurker after the event. Maybe we'll meet up next time? I've notice a couple of others on here from...
  172. S

    how do you make porridge ?????

    Where do peeps get their psyllium husks from (the pure husks, not the tablets)? Do any pharmacists or high street shope sell them?
  173. S

    What do you wear as you loose!!!

    Had to wear a suit the other day and it was the only thing Ihadn't tried on recently. I knew I'd worn it fairly recently and felt a bit porky in the trousers so just presumed they would fit me nicely. Well, the trousers fell down and because I was in a hurry I had to put a load of pins in the...
  174. S

    The things that people say.......

    I think that is a very telling comment from your SIL. I don't blame you for feeling good when her jealousy and insecurities started showing. I do wish others would be pleased rather than be jealous.
  175. S

    The things that people say.......

    It doesn't sound like your Mom meant to be unkind - like you said it was just a comment that slipped out. You don't have any idea what you will look like when you are slim so neither can she. I think Mum's do worry when we go on VLCDs as they don't understand them (and they usually don't want to...
  176. S

    any tips for me as join you on ss

    Couldn't you sit there with a Coke zero instead - be involved in the chats but not the food and drink? From what I've read it is really difficult to get back onto SS for a lot of people once they have cheated so the best course of action is probably to throw yourself totally and...
  177. S

    Diet Doctors

    Let's face it there are so many different schools of thought on the best way to diet - a new diet comes out every week. Your local GP will bleat out the Government' scurrent guldelines on what we should eat - in spite of them only being General Practitioners who have none or limited training in...
  178. S

    Visualisations...

    I am totally unable to visualise what I want to look like when I am slimmer - I just can't do it and I just don't get it either. In a similar way for my exams they recommend the use of techniques for remembering called mind maps and I just can't get them either. I bought a Paul McKenna weight...
  179. S

    water problems

    Since I started drinking more water I actually am more thirsty. I couldn't possibly not drink in the evening and do actually take a drink to bed with me (water) and often wake up desperately dry in the night. Does this sound okay?
  180. S

    dress sizes?

    I was in Principles yesterday and saw an olive green long cardigan (down to the knees). I didn't want to waste £45 on something I won't be able to wear soon but really love it so was thinking of buying it for the size I'll be by Christmas. The 12 fits me okay but is a bit clingy on the butt and...
  181. S

    Hot cappucino shake ...

    I've been really cold on CD so I have all my shakes hot - the Vanilla is like having wonderful hot custard (I'm not keen on the FOTF or strawberry hot but they are okay ....but the others are really good).
  182. S

    *takes a deep breath*

    I think the main thing is that you have to be in the right frame of mind to lose weight. You need to not only want to lose the weight but want it more than you want anything else and be resolute about losing it. Don't cheat is probably the best tip - a lot of people who cheat find it very...
  183. S

    What are your plans for Christmas regarding food?

    I'm planning to be at my target weight by Christmas and hopefully a few months on SS will mean that I couldn't possibly eat the kind of quantities I ate last Christmas anyway. I am going to have a soup or shake for brekkie, turkey and plenty of veg for dinner with a bit of stuffing drizzle of...
  184. S

    Terrible terrible day....result= bought chocolate, in my bag now

    Sarah, Like you've said it was a blip so just get back into the swing of things and don't waste time feeling guilty about that or about your life being taken up with LL. Guilt will just multiply and won't let you move forward - in any event you deserve to be happy and paying attention to...
  185. S

    Coffee Shop Culture Article

    Thanks Mike, that was quite enlightening. I was clearly one of the ignorant 1600 - I definitely didn't know about the antioxidants or increasing the effectiveness of ibuprofen. I'll try it next time I have a headache!
  186. S

    how do you make porridge ?????

    Have psyllium husks got calories or carbs in? and can we have this 'porridge' when doing SS or not? Hey just noticed my tracker - I've got less weight to get rid of than what I've lost on CD now (but only just). Yeah - way to go!
  187. S

    D*mn it, I ~DID~ fit in my dress!!!!! :o) I'm now married!! Report & pics included!

    Sunflower bride, I have just read the whole of your wedding thread today - you do realise I'm going to blame you when my hubby gets home and finds I haven't finished wallpapering the chimney breast? Once I started reading I just couldn't stop. It was just such a happy and positive thread to...
  188. S

    At goal by Christmas??

    Apparently the average weight loss is a stone a month but I think that people who are very overweight will lose weight much faster than others like yourself with far less to lose (only my opinion). I guess you could be at target by Christmas but as you get nearer to your target it will...
  189. S

    DAy 8....Chocie Bars!!!!

    My tummy rumbles a lot as I am often hungry. Thing is I just try to think about the numbskulls (showing my age here) and the little men inside my tummy eating away at the fat. It works for me.
  190. S

    The things that people say.......

    My Dad is on WW - not doing well on it as he's up and down from one week to the next. He has told his leader about me being on CD so is now spouting that she said it's bad for anyone to lose more than 2 pounds a week. She says people should have more variety than the replacements give. Blah blah...
  191. S

    What do you wear as you loose!!!

    I have so many clothes going through the sizes as I put weight on that thankfully I don't have any trouble - so I'm wearing all my old stuff. Good to hoard sometimes :D. I tend to buy really good suits for work and then go to the other extreme of really casual stuff and I have loads of pairs of...
  192. S

    Just an idle thought but.......

    Hope you like the tetras then. It'lll be a nice change for you as you aren't keen on the soups and shakes.
  193. S

    Just an idle thought but.......

    I hope it's teaching me to eat in moderation in the future too. I don't actually mind if I don't eat chocolate again afterwards - although I can't imagine not eating any for the rest of my life.
  194. S

    Just an idle thought but.......

    I'm obviously in one of those moods today for letting my mind wonder.......I wonder why I was such a big eater of sweet things and could have eaten chocolate for England before going on CD yet actually prefer the soups on this diet. Prior to CD I would hardly ever eat soup as I just didn't like...
  195. S

    Just an idle thought but.......

    I suppose your answer is the one that's answered my question - I was thinking that having the choccie shake might make people want chocolate afterwards but seems from your answer that that won't be the case.
  196. S

    TOTM and menopause on CD

    I've seen plenty of threads that mention the TOTM being thrown all over the place by being on CD and I must admit my TOTM is totally different since being on CD. What I was wondering was whether it also affects the menopause? My SIL has started on CD (only found out at the weekend - she saw it...
  197. S

    Anyone help with a WW diet record sheet

    Thanks to the brilliant Drama Queen, my Dad is a happy bunny today!
  198. S

    Just an idle thought but.......

    I've noticed that some people on CD don't like a lot of the flavours and only stick to a very limited range. For example, I noticed that one person on CD only likes the chocolate tetras. This just made me wonder what will happen afterwards. Would being on a diet where you only eat the sweet...
  199. S

    What would you sell your granny for?

    Thankfully I think this diet is really doing something to my brain! I no longer want or crave for any of the things I used to eat (and believe me I used to eat mases of chocolate, sweets, chews, ice-cream). If I think of something I really really want - it's CD Oriental Chilli soup. I'll have...
  200. S

    4 litres a day?!?!

    Perfectly Clear in Apple flavour also has no citric acid in it (never seen this flavour before today).
  201. S

    Anyone help with a WW diet record sheet

    My Dad has just phoned me to say he forgot to get a sheet to record his daily food consumption and points on this week and he won't see the WW leader again for two weeks as he has a hospital appointment next week. Can anyone on WW please scan a blank one and post on here so I can see exactly...
  202. S

    Im so excited!....

    This IS a massive loss - not just to you. I'm not surprised you feel so thrilled. I am totally thrilled for you too. Onwards and downwards!
  203. S

    Finally ordered husks and made 'porridge' last night.

    Can the husks and cinnamon be used when on or is it just as you move up the plans? I would love to try it but don't want to if it might knock be out of ketosis.
  204. S

    What is the most you have weighed, what do you weigh now & what do you want to weigh

    Most 14.02 Now 11.11 Hoping to be 9.0 by Christmas (might modify though as this could be a bit too skinny - will see when I'm nearer to it)
  205. S

    Pestering

    I have no probs whatsover RD with you expressing your opinion - like you say we are all entitled to express our own. It would be a terrible place if we never said anything that differed to others opinions - well for one thing we'd have no politicians :D Certainly hope I haven't evoked any...
  206. S

    Pestering

    I don't think people on here are in the same boat - apart from wanting to lose weight. Clearly we all need varying degrees of support and it takes various forms. Personally I look on the site for information and will respond if someone asks a question that I can help them with the answer to. I...
  207. S

    Can you visualise youself as a slim person?

    Does anyone ever have days when they look in the mirror and they do think they're slim? I recently put on some jogging bottoms that I hadn't been able to wear in ages. They are hipsters and I thought I looked great in them. I'm about 11 stone 11 and 5 feet 4.5 inches tall so not grossly...
  208. S

    My fast track to Management - help needed!

    No idea - never steamed a chicken breast. You could just stick it in the microwave.
  209. S

    Loving SW - has got me to 8 stone

    When you swapped from CD to SW did you put some weight on in the first couple opf weeks?
  210. S

    please help me help my DH

    misscooks, Maybe the CD isn't the one for your husband. It must be so difficult to work away and stay in hotels all week and be on meal replacement soups and shakes. It has worked for you but everyone is individual and maybe he needs to try something else. Perhaps he could consider something...
  211. S

    Midweek Joke.

    :giggle::giggle::giggle:
  212. S

    Stressing about this evening!

    It's unfortunate but only you are in control of how much you eat and weigh and you just need to really really want to lose weight in order to do it. You have to be in the right frame of mind in order to be and stay focussed and unless you are then you will not do it. The cheese you cheated...
  213. S

    Pestering

    I'm also really pleased that others feel the same about this. It hasn't started happening on a grand scale yet but 20 years ago when I did the CD and lost 4 stones in 3 months I had comments all the time. People were watching my every move. I didn't tell anyone I was going on the diet then for a...
  214. S

    Newbie!

    I no speaker the language - what is JUDDD?
  215. S

    Starting cambridge sole source-advice please!!

    pippa, There is a reason why women why women of 5' 8" should have 4 packs per day. The diet is very finely balanced to provide just the right amount of nutrients to ensure you get into a mild state of ketosis and lose weight safely. By eating less than the minimum your body requires you will...
  216. S

    What do you think to the counselling?

    It might make the people in charge of LL think about whether they need to provide more training to their counsellors or just recruit a higher calibre counsellor. After all they won't want people to come off the diet as a result of poor counselling. Just thinking of improving things for those...
  217. S

    changing from cambridge to slimming world

    Just curious - I'm on CD but just wondering why you think SW is a better diet? My sister is a SW leader but I don't know anything about it. I've never actually asked her about the diet (probably because although she is a lovely sis she is about 7 stones overweight and I can't see how she can...
  218. S

    Man Boobs (Moobs)

    A lot of guys get boobs from booze so maybe cutting out/down booze may help? Also wondering whether it could be a hormonal issue? It may be that your GP could provide some sort of hormone treatment that will reduce their size.
  219. S

    Man Boobs (Moobs)

    Don't know about lipo - but you could have a breast reduction although I hear it is pretty painful as usually nipples have to be re-positioned. Hope there is an easier way for you.
  220. S

    my re-start; all advice & help appreciated!!

    Hi I returned to CD and am in my 7th week. I was last on it about 20 years ago and lost 4 stone in 3 months on it. I only ever ate the beef soup in those days flavoured with spices to make it more tasty. It all seemed really easy back then - I felt on top of the world the whole time I was on...
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    Do you tell of keep quiet?

    Told as few people as possible. Told my brother I was on CD and he said he wasn't going to comment as he thinks I know what his views of such diets are. Thing is the pressure is off if you don't tell and you don't have to put up with everyone thinking they have a right to watch and comment on...
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    Can you havea tummy tuck/ boob implants on the nhs?

    How much weight would an average person need to have lost to have enough excess skin to require a TT or a boob job?
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    Question

    I've taken a long time to getr into ketosis on CD but have still been losing weight. £66 is a lot - have you thought of trying the CD at around £35 per week for the products or do you feel you need the support of the group counselling sessions?
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    Bars or extra pack

    Obviously I didn't put my brain in gear today - yes 2 + 2 is the better option. I Can't add up properly but then I'm only an Accountant :D
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    No energy at all today - on CD

    I noticed another post today from another brummie - a girl and her bf are starting CD on Sunday but can't remember her name. (Actually the West Midlands is supposed to have the greatest proportion of fatties than other parts of the country according to a recent survey. They need to advertise CD...
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    No energy at all today - on CD

    Hiya, I'm feeling much better now thanks. The dizziness and tiredness seemed to have vanished all of a sudden and the pain in my side and back have gone so hopefully mine will have been a one-off too (probably as not eating enough to go the loo properly). It was a bit scary though as was...
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    Starting cambridge sole source-advice please!!

    Drinks You can also drink maximum pint per day of a zero calorie drink as long as it doesn't have citrid acid in it (e.g. Coke zero or Strawberry and Kiwi Perfectly Clear). Also water with CDC additives (Summer berry and orange flavours). You can drink any leaf tea but none made from fruits...
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    What do you think to the counselling?

    Minnie Maybe you ought to make a complaint against your LLC - you pay a lot of money on LL for the counselling and if you feel the counsellor is poor then you are wasting your hard-earned money. If you don't feel you benefit from it you might consider changing to CD where the shakes, soups...
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    Bars or extra pack

    If someone is going to have more than they should really then wouldn't it be better to have 5 packs rather than 4 packs plus a bar?
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    Bars or extra pack

    3 packs of 137 cals + 1 bar at 175 cals = 586 calories 2 packs of 137 + 2 bars at 175 cals = 624 calories So better for you to stick to 3 packs plus one bar otherwise weight loss will be lower as you would be taking in more calories by having 2 of each. Carb content of bars is also presumable...
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    Which stores clothing range is smallest?

    Anyone have any idea how Principles and Wallis sizes compare to other shops?
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    Which stores clothing range is smallest?

    If you fit in the smallest 10 then you may find some of the shops size 10s are more like 12s so may be too big. It would be great if the sizes were all standardised between shops so that we don't have to worry about which shops we can go to. What's the point of some shops making their sizes...
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    Trouble Sleeping

    On the contrary I have no trouble at all in sleeping although I have read other threads that show it is a pretty normal side-effect of dieting. I used to only have about 5 hours sleep a night and now get about 8! I was totally knackered when I first starting the CD but am now feeling more...
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    Foolish & feeling a bit low

    I always see my CDC on the evening and , of course, the fluid I've drunk over the day weighs quite a lot as well as wearing clothes. I weigh myself at home each morning with no clothes on so there's bound to be quite a difference. Naturally I go by my scales as they give the lowest weight.:D
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    O/T Wedding dress alteration help!

    Great advice from iceycold to go by the actual measurements - I would never have thought about what length the dress comes in either. Their site does say their 14 is our 16 so I'm off to find out my Liz Claiborne trousers I bought last year in a 14. They must fit me now then as I'm a 16...
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    Will I be a fat bride ........

    Hope you have a seamstress who'll be able to take your dress in before the big event!
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    O/T Wedding dress alteration help!

    Are you sure a US 12 is equivalent to a 14? My understanding is that US sizes are two sizes below ours which makes a US 12 the same as a 16 here. I guess if you bought the 12 and you slim down to a UK 14 you could have it adjusted to fit. I'd just make sure the style can be altered by a whole...
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    Help! Dizziness and blindness!

    I wonder if my dizzy spells have been caused by my blood pressure? I just put it down to being on the diet and getting up too fast. I don't think my BP is excessively low but recently I had it taken and it was 109/68 which the GP said was a bit low.
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    My Dad isn't too happy with WW diet

    My dad's happy again - he lost 2 pounds this week. Thankfully the relief leader was on again too so he felt a bit better informed. He's cutting down on wholemeal bread, ryvita and fruit to try and get his, ahem, toilet habits less frequent and explosive and I'm going to print out this thread too...
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    A hint about Ketostix

    Ings, How many did you get for that amount? Boots charged me £5.15 for a box of 50 strips (the pharmacist did have to calculate the amount to charge me on a calculator though - don't know why). I've also had them for around £5 from another chemist chain. I hope you got twice the amount for £9!
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    Has anyone visited a medium?

    I've never visited one but would like to have the courage to. However I do believe in the afterlife anyway. If anyone can recommend one in Birmingham maybe now is the time for me to have the courage to see one.
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    CD as a quick fix?

    Clearly if you go from a VLCD to a much higher calorie/carb/fat diet you will put weight on immediately. You may fiind that swimmers that fit you at the start of the hols don't by the end of it. However you aren't massively overweight and I can't imagine that strangers will even notice you at...
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    CD compared to Atkins??? I'm struggling on CD!

    I've lost weight on Atkins too. I read the book thoroughly so that I fully understood the concept behind it first (people who critice the diet generally think it is no carb which isn't correct). I loved eating chichen, turkey, fish, pork, cheese, eggs etc on it with the right amount of carbs...
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    Eek! Someone told me I'm too thin!!!

    Last time around on CD lots of people starting telling me this when I was about a stone off target and I remember my team at work being really concerned and telling me to stop as I looked gaunt - nice, heh? I think the problem is that people get used to seeing you as fat and when you lose...
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    Eating packs at certain times!!

    The thinking behind having the first one an hour after getting up is probably the thinking behind the recommendation to have breakfast on any diet. Eating to break the fast of the night apparently starts your metabolism zinging. I don't know how true it is though.
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    A hint about Ketostix

    What a brilliant idea - just off to get them from the bathroom!
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    My Dad isn't too happy with WW diet

    Hi Starlight - my Dad actually mentioned having baps and the leader told him that was a no-no, although I did suggest this at the weekend. He always eats wholemeal bread but is clearly having too much fibre so I've told him to concentrate on getting going to the loo right and reducing fibre...
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    My Dad isn't too happy with WW diet

    Thanks Marie - I hope he can find a solution too. I am really proud of him for deciding at his age to do something about putting on the weight. Trouble is my parent's generation haven't had education on nutrition but he does do everything the leader tells him and that is why he is frustrated...
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