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    In the pink

    Well I must have been doing something right - another 4 lbs gone, so down by 8 in total. Eating this way is starting to feel more natural rather than a battle that need to be fought. Lots of Greek salads, tiny amount of strawberries and cream as a treat, always a quiche in the fridge in case...
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    In the pink

    I thought that looked a bit low - have just made some crispy kale with olive oil and made the quiche with broccoli, feta, cheddar, cream cheese and a spot of double cream for luck. I know that sounds like a lot, but I'll only be eating a small slice for supper then dipping in over the next few...
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    Alpaca's stream of consciousness - IS BACK ON THE WAGON!

    That salad looks lovely - I needed some inspiration and this came at the right time :)
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    In the pink

    Really tried to rein it in today. B: 2 roast chicken breasts (no skin because it's yukky) L: 4 slices gammon (home cooked) lettuce, peppers and spring onions, strawberries and cream D: Crispy kale, slice of smoked salmon & broccoli quiche (3g carb, 16g fat, 16g protein per slice) B & L takes...
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    quit using electronic cigarette

    I quit over 2 years ago using an ecig - best thing I have ever bought. I still use it with high nic juice though, but at least no murders have been committed :) I tend to use Electronic Cigarettes | Vaping Devices | Accessories | E-Liquid (10% discount code: Allabout)for my cartomisers - the...
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    In the pink

    Almonds are my go to snack item - may have to superglue the lid on the jar now :( B: Loch Etive trout, small amount of celery L: Herta frankfurters, rhubarb & coconut with a spoon of yoghurt D: Nicoise salad with a small tuna steak, few anchovies and a couple of eggs. Usually I would be...
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    In the pink

    Thanks for your thoughts ladies. I've not had problems with yoghurt before, but will bear it in mind. I'll have a got at setting up the fitness pal thing - I think it might help to give an overall picture of how I am doing. Stuck to what I had planned for yesterday but added white wine...
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    In the pink

    I am wondering if I eat too much cheese. I made stuffed portabello mushrooms last week which consisted of cream cheese, mixed with parmesan topped with grated cheddar. They were yum but the calorie count must have been horrendous. I only ate one a day for 4 days, but I seem to be embracing...
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    In the pink

    I am struggling. It took me a week to lose 4lb, the following week it appeared to go back (too many cauli breadsticks?) and here I am at week 3 having lost the same 4lb again, although my weight is fluctuating. I am not a happy bunny considering I am eating so much healthier and have cut out...
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    In the pink

    Thank you ladies. Feeling a little less bulky from stopping all the food blow outs has made me feel quite positive about achieving this. I made the celery soup yesterday and added some creamed coconut instead of cream and it turned into something more like a pudding than a dinner - the 10 year...
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    My journey to success.....

    Well done you - and even better that you are not just clearing out your body but your life too!! And well done on the weight loss as well. You deserve to be feeling really good about yourself x
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    Alpaca's stream of consciousness - IS BACK ON THE WAGON!

    Wow, just read your diary - you've done amazingly well and I'm sure your scales are probably wrong - mine always are ;)
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    In the pink

    Scales show a 4lb loss, which is OK with me, but would have liked a wee bit more for the first week. My belly feels slightly less bulgy though, which is all to the good. Today's menu B: bacon & spinach quiche L: Celery soup - yet to be made. Will probably put some rhubarb on at the same time...
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    In the pink

    Dinner was lovely. I made fish and bacon o'leekie but without the rice. Really tasty but the teenager turned up just as I was cooking and the portions got a lot small all round. Made a bacon and spinach crustless quiche as well, which was OK and will do for breakfasts and snacks. Thinking...
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    My journey to success.....

    Good luck, you can do it :))
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    Moonlights' (temporary) Maintenance

    You have some fab ideas on here - how do you make the cauliflower breadsticks? They look lovely! Salami has now gone on my shopping list and I am going to have to stew myself some rhubarb. In fact, may do that right now.
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    Low carb & no carb shopping list

    Sainsbury's edam slices, currently £1 for a pack of 10 slices (250g) have nil carbs! They will be on at this price until about 23rd of May and those I bought today have a shelf life until the end of July. Perfect to keep in the fridge for those nibbly moments.
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    In the pink

    I don't do milk I'm afraid. I made some chocolate philly the other day with sweeteners and cocoa powder - that was good but I was a bit flummoxed as to what to spread it on. I ate it directly out of the bowl :)) Thanks for the swiss roll recipe - that sounds really nice. Sainsbury's have a...
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    In the pink

    Thanks for that - I shall keep an eye on them. My problem is when I am feeling deprived my resolve weakens and I tend to have a blow out, so I was trying to build in some acceptable treats. I have two whole cases of Atkins bars sitting on the counter but now keep reading bad things about them...
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    In the pink

    Who would have known that peeing on a piece of plastic could bring quite so much joy? I am working from Atkins and Escape the diet trap - trying to make this a lifestyle rather than a diet as the latter I always consider to be something that must be endured for a period of time so I can enjoy...
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    Sainsbury's You Fools

    I have a bottle of the fizzy blackcurrant and cherry beside me right now - no citric acid listed on the label and it's bloomin' lovely!
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    Just Recipes!

    Egg Nests I made these before low carbing and everyone loves them. It's a French recipe from a 1960's child's cook book. I change the cheese depending on what I have - parmesan is a firm favourite. Nid d'oeuf or Egg nests 2 eggs 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup of Gruyere Preheat the oven to...
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    Me worrying about atkins again!!!

    Dr John Briffa is a great source for taking scare stories like this and looking at the (if any) scientific evidence behind them. He wrote a blog on the red meat scare which you can find Red meat kills? It’s flagrant bias that’s killing me… | Dr Briffa's Blog - A Good Look at Good Health. His...
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    ** Exante Easter Challenge**

    Cybill - 51lb - 22lbs lost, 29lbs to go Teetiefunk - 40lb - 20.5lbs lost 19.5lbs to go JoanneM - 35lb - 19.9 lost, 15.1 to go Getting there- 40lb - 8lb lost, 32lb to go JCJazzy-46lb, 15lb lost 31 to go babystar31 - 40lb (9lb lost, 31 to go) polishrose - 50lb-15 lost- 35 to go Divalicious...
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    Hurrah! W2 WI! :D

    That's brilliant, well done. Almost a stone off in 2 weeks and you are well on your way toward your goal x
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    Total Solution new exante dieter

    It is commonly believed that the first time on a VLCD is the 'golden time', when it is easier to stick to and results come thick and fast, so, with a positive mindset you should do really well. I think it would be wise to read into the maintenance programme now and mentally get to grips with...
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    ** Exante Easter Challenge**

    I'm a little late to the party, but I need to set some targets so I will aim to lose 21lbs Cybill - 51lb - 22lbs lost, 29lbs to go Teetiefunk - 40lb - 15.5lbs lost 24.5lbs to go JoanneM - 47.5lb - 19.9 lost, 27.6 to go Getting there- 40lb - 8lb lost, 32lb to go JCJazzy-46lb, 15lb lost 31...
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    Hello, I'm back (again)

    It's from Morrisons and I love it! They are really small boxes and easy to miss - made by Gourmet Cuisine and contain 6 sachets, but only around 60p, as far as I remember. They have 1.6g of carbs per sachet, but my Cambridge Counsellor recommended them as a warm little stop gap, so they can't...
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    Hello, I'm back (again)

    Thank you all. So far, so good. I've had one shake and a small BL bar (called into Asda on my way to taking my daughter to one of her numerous clubs) and a fair bit of grilled chicken (no skin) and don't have any hunger pangs. Shame I forgot to get some cottage cheese as I was planning on...
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    Hello, I'm back (again)

    I woke this morning and decided that my 'cutting down' type diet was not being adhered to so I need to do something drastic. I have a couple of boxes from a HUGE Exante order in the cupboard, so that is what I shall do. I have tried going back to it a couple of times before, but as I do it...
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    interesting read...?

    I pre-ordered mine last week and it arrived within days - well ahead of the publishing date. I like the way it is written and there is a lot of logic and common sense in his explanations. His theory that the body 'remembers' your weight rings particularly true with me. It is basically a diet...
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    Birthday cake - help needed

    Thanks for the ideas - I'll give it a go!
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    Birthday cake - help needed

    It's our friends' birthday this weekend and we want to try to help her stick to her plan - she has enough people already trying to sabotage her efforts :eek: So, we need a gorgeous birthday cake she feels she can indulge in without breaking the diet. I've seen the Delia chocolate cake...
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    Back again, the proverbial yoyo

    Thanks Diversity You've done really well already - a great start. I hope you enjoy Exante - I had a CD soup that was lurking in the back of my cupboard earlier this week, and I far prefer the Exante ones - I actually look forward to them. Make sure you keep your carbs low this weekend...
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    Back again, the proverbial yoyo

    I am such a nightmare! I slipped straight off it before I was back on properly and have muddled through for the last 4 weeks or so, not touching the diet but trying to eat reasonably well. I've eased back in (again!) this week and feel quite positive about it. The best thing is that...
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    Back again, the proverbial yoyo

    Back from hols and still losing - just about Well, I had one week away on a narrow boat, which I combined high protein and salad with my shakes, a week home with a similar combination, and then a week camping with friends and kids, which was high alcohol and lots of French brad, as well as...
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    Exante Support Group - join us if you are on Exante VLCD

    Well done on your weight loss so far - and for sticking with the diet I think weekends are the toughest time for most of us Minimimi. My partner (with hangover) has just cooked himself bacon and eggs. Even though it is not something I would normally eat, I really wanted some and the smell is...
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    Weekly weigh in

    Well done Gina :clap: Fingers crossed you reach target on time! Have a great holiday x
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    Back again, the proverbial yoyo

    Thanks for all the replies. I really must try to get on the scales before my morning drinks! I feel as though I am getting on with it a bit better now. Is it possible to be 'deeper' into ketosis? Much less hunger now and feeling less inclined to eat. I'm about to start packing and will...
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    Back again, the proverbial yoyo

    I can't remember my weigh in day! I think it was yesterday, but I forgot to weigh in. I didn't remember this morning either, well, not until I'd had 2 mugs of coffee and half a litre of water. Will it really make that much difference? Personally, I don't think so - I always fancied having a...
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    Weekly weigh in

    WOW - that's bloody brilliant! Do you think it is your fitness routine that is helping? Can you feel the difference in your clothes yet? I'm not very hopeful for much of a result this week - had a couple of bad days, but my next 4 weeks supply has arrived so that may help me focus.
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    Can someone explain this to me please?

    One word - no :D If you want to follow the VLCD the point of good, quick weight loss, then you must abstain from everything but your packs and water/black tea/coffee morning noon and night! If you are struggling, why not try going up a level and have a high protien, carb free meal, such...
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    Help!

    Everyone has a different level of carb tolerance (that is not a techie term LOL) and I have read that even around 70g net of carbs and you can still be in Ketosis. However, even if you do go out of it you should be able to get back in very quickly - it won't take three days again as your...
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    Week 1 weigh in - I want to cry :'(((

    I was just thinking, if you have already been following a healthy diet and not eating so many processed foods, then you were probably carrying very little excess water, which could explain the lower loss. Does that make sense? :confused:
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    Week 1 weigh in - I want to cry :'(((

    Oh I really feel for you. BUT, don't give up yet - we all weigh slightly different each day - if you got on her scales tomorrow you may be 6 lb lighter! Is your TOTM due soon - could be water retention. Don't forget the first weigh in is mainly water loss. If you are anything like me, it's the...
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    Can someone explain this to me please?

    Well, in the interest of experimentation for the good of the forum (and avoiding the 17 reports I still have to type) I have just made up the aforementioned ice tea with rooibos and a sweetener (tube from about 1986 lurking in the back of the kitchen junk drawer) The verdict? It's OK - not as...
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    HELP

    Hi Mille Well done on getting going on the diet :clap: I always reckon that it takes between 3 and 5 days to get into ketosis on a VLCD. It very much depends on whether you have had a carb fest in the days running up to starting - I always try to cut down before I start one. With...
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    Can someone explain this to me please?

    I have some of the summer fruit berry mix left over from when I was on Cambridge Diet a while ago. I brew a pint of rooiboos or green tea (made with 2 tea bags) then top it up with a pint of cold water and add half to quarter of a teaspoon of the summer berry mix. I pour mine into a volvic...
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    Can someone explain this to me please?

    Actually, rethinking that, I am sure milk must be permitted. If you do the Working Solution you can have milk and a meal and remain in ketosis. As you said, you also have milk on CD SS+, so skimmed milk in tea shouldn't have any negative effects. I'll stick with my black coffee and iced tea!
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    Can someone explain this to me please?

    I don't think the milk is allowed - I didn't check it out as I only drink black coffee anyway! According to the leaflet, it says to drink black tea, black coffee or water. Later on it states do NOT have any drinks other than these (I won't mention the wine I had on Friday then....:rolleyes:)...
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    OK I Surrender

    Bill, you can order a shaker bottle/cup for as little as 1.99, including free delivery from Supplements | Protein | Creatine | Whey. They have a hard plastic mesh in the top which blends shakes perfectly and even makes them a bit frothy - nice! Good luck with your diet!
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    Can someone explain this to me please?

    Hiya Kazz I could have written your post myself! Also did CD a few years back, didn't finish, put all back on and then some! I was also confused about Exante when I first looked at the website! The booklet that comes with the packs explained things more clearly - it is roughly this...
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    Weekly weigh in

    WOW, well done Emily, especially losing with all those functions going on around you. Excellent willpower. I can't wait until I get into size 14's - have a brand new pair of Next kick flare jeans in a size 14 hanging in my wardrobe, just waiting for me to fit into them! Good luck with...
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    Progress Pics - 7 months Bragging :)

    Fantastic - well done. Your photos look like two totally different people (maybe it's the lack of face! lol) You are a brilliant inspiration - are you still SSing?
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    Question - Why does water help weight loss

    One of the ways I managed to get through the water on my first time round was to use a concoction of green tea and the Cambridge water flavouring. Make up a litre of green tea in a jug with 2 tea bags and let it steep for a a few minutes. Add half a teaspoon of water flavouring (I use summer...
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    Any Guys out there

    Yay - good for you for ordering it. Try to cut down on your carbs now to make the transition a bit easier. Looking forward to hearing about your fist loss - I'll bet you beat mine! Good luck
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    Exante Support Group - join us if you are on Exante VLCD

    I also use a hand blender, especially for soups. BUT, when I am out on the road (working) I use a protein shaker. I've got a couple, but at the moment the best place to buy them from (for 'best' read 'cheapest') is Supplements | Protein | Creatine | Whey as they have free delivery on all their...
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    Weekly weigh in

    Well done Gina - I can't imagine being a size 10, you must be feeling great!
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    Introduction ~ Moving from Lipotrim

    :welcome2: Moomin Mama and well done on your weight loss so far. I really like the soups and shakes and find the bars really substantial, and although not overly keen on the flavours, they are bearable. I've been wondering whether switching VLCD brands would actually change the amount of...
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    Any Guys out there

    Hi there Scottishfatboy. I'm not a guy but I do know from reading these forums that men do really well on the VLCD type diets and have better and faster results than the women do - so not fair! I have also tried Cambridge and the two diets work on the same principle, although I do prefer the...
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    Starting tomorrow...very excited!

    Not heard form you for a few days. How are you getting on? I hope it's all going well.
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    Restarting and its only my...oh 53rd time?

    I know exactly what you mean Caz and Chinababe. I always sabotage my own diet and have no idea why! I had my first weigh in yesterday and really pleased with my loss - then picked later on that day! Why? No idea, but I'm off to buy as self help type book later to try and deal with my head AND...
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    Weekly weigh in

    Well done Quak - I hope I can have a good loss like that in my second week as well
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    Cosmetic Surgery

    WOW - that is a big lift isn't it? Glad to hear you're doing OK. I had been saving for years for cosmetic surgery, then blew up my car and bought a brand new one, so that drained my savings My first investment will be some Restylane type fillers in my brow and around my mouth. I'm a...
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    Back again, the proverbial yoyo

    8lb lost! :bliss: I'm really happy with that and already feel less bloated. I have a few challenges coming up this week, but am determined to get through them. I like the shakes and soups so far and really think the flavours being a bit weaker than Cambridge is a distinct advantage. The...
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    Do you want a team place or does your team have a vacancy - if so post in here

    So, would I be eligible as CD team member? :sign0009: Anyone?
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    Exante Support Group - join us if you are on Exante VLCD

    Good morning How is everyone doing today? I had a bit of a blip over the weekend when my stepson turned up unexpectedly and we had a few drinks, which lowered my inhibitions and led to a bit of nibbling :sigh:, but was back on it yesterday with renewed determination. I have to buy...
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    Two Stone Gone, Pics to plot my progress.

    Wow - well done, you look great and are a complete inspiration :clap:
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    Do you want a team place or does your team have a vacancy - if so post in here

    I'd really like to join a team BUT, I am combining CD and Exante. I had a load of CD left over and ordered a few weeks Exante for convenience - I've been snowed under with work and cannot get to my CDC for a while. After I have used up my supplies I hope to get back to my CDC, but she is...
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    Starting tomorrow...very excited!

    Great reasons and they should be excellent motivators to help you succeed with this diet :clap: Was your GP offering you CBT? I would have taken it to help develop strategies to deal with dieting and maintaining weight loss. I started last Wednesday (did a day on CD on Tuesday) and have...
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    Exante Support Group - join us if you are on Exante VLCD

    Good Luck DM - I hope the switch gives you the support you need.:flowers:
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    Disappointed with my order

    Thanks for your responses. I'm glad that no-one else has had this experience. Hopefully mine was just a one off :) I don't think I am over-reacting though - when you are dependant on these sachets as your sole nutritional intake, it is very important that you are getting all the nutrients you...
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    Disappointed with my order

    My box was delivered yesterday with 2 weeks supply. I was really excited to open it but gutted when I did. One of the packs was not sealed properly and has leaked over my whole order, leaving everything covered in a sticky powder. Every single pack now needs to be wiped and dried before being...
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    Exante Support Group - join us if you are on Exante VLCD

    Thanks for the welcomes I got through yesterday just about OK on my left over Cambridge packets, although I am really hungry this morning, so today could be a bit more of a struggle. Because I am on the road all day for my job, it is difficult to drink too much water to fill up with as toilet...
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    Exante Support Group - join us if you are on Exante VLCD

    Hi :wavey: I have just clicked the 'pay now' button for my first two weeks of Exante and have now come on here to publicly declare my commitment to losing weight! I lost around 30lb on CD a couple of years ago, but have piled it all back on, and then some! I've popped back to my CD...
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    Advice Needed please on CD Soups!

    It's your personal taste really! I like chicken and mushroom, mushroom, spicy tomato, oriental and occasionally fancy the brocolli and cheese :eek: - which is NOT to everyones' taste. I don't like the vegetable at all, and I find leek and potato quite bland. However, as I understand, there...
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    When to stop?!

    I've had a similar dilemma, but I 'accidentally' came off SS during my holiday in January, and although I've only gained a few lbs, eating again has definitely caused me to 'fill out'. I no longer look as slim as I did and any hint of gauntness (and believe me, it was only a hint) has now gone...
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    Anybody re starting this week? :-)

    I've restarted again today - about the 15th restart since Christmas! I'm really hungry too, but I WILL NOT GIVE IN! Good luck to you all A x
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    An appeal on behalf of my 12 year old daughter

    done x Good luck Sophie
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    Skin firming creama, lotions and potions

    I've just bought some Sally Hansen Extra Firming Thigh and Leg Gel in the 99p store! At just 99p I thought it was worth a risk. It promises "Visibly tighter, smoother shaplier looking skin" I had to buy 2 bottles at that price - I've just got to remember to apply it now!
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    MTB Shoes

    I bought some of these (well, my boyfriend bought them for me) and wear them almost every day for work. They have definitely made a difference to my bum in the three months since I got them - much firmer and a better shape - it looks like I've had a bum lift! I see them as exercise...
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    Getting Married 05 July 2008 - Lots to lose

    That's my birthday too! Makes it even more of a lucky day! Good luck with the weight loss, but you are really going to have to stick to the diet! Starlight - I don't think your body needs as much water when you're not on a VLCD as you get a lot of water from your food. But, drinking lots of...
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    287 lbs !

    lol Cheryl - I'm amazed you're here to tell the tale. I think I would have fainted in shock had it been me. You could always add it to your ticker though - 75lb loss this week!
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    STRUGGLE!!!

    I can completely relate to the struggle as I am attempting to restart. I found the first three or 4 days on my initial start felt like they lasted at least a week each, but once you get into ketosis, it's so much easier. The best thing is to get out and do something (or even stay in and do...
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    Minimins BL Challenge Week 5 - Results are in !!!

    Ohhhh, so close! Well done all :happy096: x
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    Fab loss in first week but still STARVING

    Ohhh, I really feel for you, but well done on the weight loss! Please stop the Lemsips - take paracetemol and decongestants - I very much doubt the Lemsips will contain any more active ingredients than these two combined. Hopefully you should get into ketosis very soon as you can't have a lot...
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    New Shaker / Beaker

    They're called 'Coffee Magic' but can be advertised under any of the VLCD names. I bought mine from this seller MIXER SHAKER for Lipotrim Atkins Slimfast diet shakes ! on eBay, also, Shakes Drinks, Dieting Slimming, Health Beauty (end ti... and although his prices seem to have gone up, he did...
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    Anyone work in London and fancy a coffee sometime?

    Just bumping this up - I am definitely at the Hoxton on 21st, but unsure of times as yet! I'll post as soon as I find out.
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    I need help...

    Don't be upset at 5lbs Jo. The same thing happened to me in week one as well (I lost 5.25lbs and was my TOTM) and the following week I lost another 5.75lbs - I'm sure that was partly water retention. You don't have a massive amount to lose (although it may feel a bit of a mountain to climb at...
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    What's everyone reading at the moment?

    I've just finished Blind Faith by Ben Elton and loved the cynical/satirical portrayal of British society. Quite a light read and highly recommended. Almost at the end of Mark Billingham's 'Lifeless' - a murder/detective story about the homeless in London. It took me ages to get into (hence...
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    My First week weigh in

    Brilliant loss - well done Are you a Charlatans fan or just a plain old N country boy?
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    Anyone work in London and fancy a coffee sometime?

    I work on the outskirts (never take jobs in central London) but have a meeting at the Hoxton on 21 Feb - could meet then if you're free - I'll check my times and let you know.
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    I've lost 11 stone!

    Fanbloodytastic - you brag away - you deserve every moment! You must be a new woman!
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    TRIMGEL?

    I've never heard of it before but I'd be very sceptical of this. I'm not convinced that something applied topically could speed up your metabolism. How would you know whether it was working? Would you attribute any weight loss to the gel or to Cambridge, which we know works? You may do better...
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    Setting Goals!?!

    I use the range of sizes hanging in my wardrobe as my goals - I started with the stuff that's 'a little bit too tight' going down to 'can't pull them up above my knees'. It amazing how much your body can change even when the scales don't show a loss. I always hang my next 'goals' on the...
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    If he doesn't like you the way you are....what then?

    Wow, brilliant thread. I've been through this too. My partner and I knew each other for a couple of years before we got together and circumstances made us best friends before we became an item. I was a size 12 when we first met and a 14 when we got together. When, a year or so later, I...
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    A couple of random questions

    Not sure whather this is relevant, but when i had the chocolate orange it almost 'burnt' my mouth, it's so strong (I had made it into a mousse). I steer clear of it now. Have you tried the chicken and mushroom soup? It's my fave, although I must admit I try to have as many different flavours...
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    Kick up the backside required please

    Oh K9, I could have written that (without the sprained ankle bit). However, I've not even managed to restart yet! I only put on 4 lbs over Xmas and 2 weeks in Lanzarote for New Year, but have put on another lb since getting home on Friday! I keep thinking that I'll know when my head is going...
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    Kel & Lou's Weight Loss Thread, Please Join In :-)

    I hope you don't mind me jumping in on your thread, but I really need some inspiration and motivation to restart after 4 weeks off for Christmas/fortnights holiday/stinking cold (any excuse really) and 5 lbs on. I intended to restart yesterday, but opted for stuffing my face with junk instead...
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    Scared and crying? Not anymore, here is the new me! I AM BACK!!!!

    Hi and welcome Elie. I think that what you are feeling right now is what almost, if not all, of us on here have felt at one time or another. I completely agree what the others have said about small goals. Breaking the whole down into small amounts makes it so much more achievable. Find a...
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    I need to change my soups ...

    Are you saying you don't have enough flavours that you like to last you until your weigh in? You can try spicing up those that you're not so keen on. I add black pepper, paprika, chilli flakes and herbs to mine (although not all at once). You could get some vegetable bouillion from the...
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    I am so Chuffed!

    That's excellent Reshmus, hang on to that thought and try to recall how good you felt if you have a moment of weakness. For me the clothes goals are the best. I'm a bit of a hoarder (understatement) so have several sizes hanging in my wardrobe and use these as my goals. They are a fantastic...
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    It's Monday, **Lets do it hour by hour**

    I'm going to need you guys today. It's my restart after 3 weeks 'off' and 4lbs on! I still have a cold and I'm not really sure my head is in the right place at the moment, but I don't think I'll find that out for sure until I've at least attempted to start again. I've not booked any work until...
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    The joys of parenthood on Christmas Eve

    I'm glad that at least one person read my post. Especially as it was a fellow less sensible one :D. I've been caught before and ended up buying identical stockings - I fill one in my bedroom and just slip in for the changeover. I did enjoy it Karion, in a very perverse way! I also enjoyed...
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    Cant believe Im resisting!!

    Well done Starlight - I think stopping after a taste is exactly the way it should be when learning new eating habits. It's something I could do with mastering.................
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    im alive

    Glad you're OK and your reasons for not posting are good ones. You've done brilliantly and you're going to knock 'em dead at New Year (although I expect you do every day)
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    The joys of parenthood on Christmas Eve

    I put my excited 6 year old daughter to bed and noticed that she has found a stocking and put it on the end of her bed next to hers for her 'cuddly wabbit' - a favourite toy since she was a baby. We all took turns to try and convince her that Santa only comes to children, but she insists that...
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    Happy Birthday Mochaj ! ! !

    Happy Birthday Mocha, I hope you have a great day A xxx
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    Spooky's Mum........Friday and it's looking good.

    Oh Nicky, you are having a stressful time right now. I hope everything goes OK with DD1 today and that your mum continues to improve. A x
  110. A

    CDCs - I need a list of contraindicated drugs please.

    It isn't as simple as looking up the name of the drug, as we already know this is not compatible with CD. What is needed is for her specialist to find an alternative that is compatible. I don't think a counsellor would be able to suggest an alternative medication. As for her not researching...
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    CDCs - I need a list of contraindicated drugs please.

    STBG, I could not disclose that on a public forum. I would hate to think of my pal logging on to this site and seeing that. As for PMing the name of the medication, I don't think that would help as it would need her specialist to be able to go through the list and find an acceptable...
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    The Chit Chat Episode

    Another day of shopping with my firend with the bad elbow. I'm sure I must be doing some good, simply by carrying all of the shopping bags around the town! I tackled a few jobs this afternoon, with some great results! 1. Chase up Virgin wine order. After using every discount code I could...
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    CDCs - I need a list of contraindicated drugs please.

    Just what is says on the tin really! After seeing my loss, my friend is desperate to start CD and I have encouraged her all the way. Totally fired up, she called a CDC this week and they have said that one of the drugs she is taking is contraindicated, although the others are fine. She has...
  114. A

    Weight loss for men

    A guy calls a company and orders their 5-day, 10 lb. weight loss program. The next day, there's a knock on the door and there stands before him a voluptuous, athletic, 19 year old babe with a sign around her neck. She introduces herself as a representative of the weight loss company. The sign...
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    The Chit Chat Episode

    Aww Sarah, you sound a bit overwhelmed with it all. Just today and tomorrow at work then you at least have some time off. You'll soon catch up with your sleep with just a few days of not getting up at the crack of a sparrow's fart. I had a choccie binge on monday and depite resisting the...
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    Anyone know when the Next sale starts?

    Update If you want a sneak preview of the things going into the sale, you can have a look here. Next Directory - SALE : Search Results for * If you want to use Quickshop, write down the first 6 digits of the code for the items you want and apparently you should be able to just change the...
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    The Chit Chat Episode

    Well done for sticking with the plan (mostly) yesterday Sarah. I decided to adopt the same approach, although found a tin of Christmas choccies and made a bit of a dent in them last night. Once again, getting on the scales this morning spurred me into action and I have been pretty good...
  118. A

    Message from NESSA

    Oh Nessa, sorry to hear about your dad. ((Hugs))
  119. A

    The Chit Chat Episode

    LOL Delli, I've never even heard of them but I fancy some now!!!! I'm struggling again. I think I was just about in ketosis last night, but ended up sitting up so late finishing my reports for Friday's deadline (last Friday that is - had to get them in before the office staff came in today)...
  120. A

    The Chit Chat Episode

    How do I make such a mess when I'm clearing up? After putting up the tree last night, the house was a mess. I decided to tackle it today. I now looks worse!! I've done 4 loads of washing, cleared out a trunk, decluttered two rooms, given the Dyson a service on the sitting room carpet, and...
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    A joke

    A man was riding his Harley along a California beach when suddenly the sky clouded above his head and, in a booming voice, the Lord said, “Because you have TRIED to be faithful to me in all ways, I will grant you one wish.” The biker pulled over and said,“Build a bridge to Hawaii so I can ride...
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    I Made A Boo Boo!!!

    I do the same thing with the picking Diamond, and at the moment I am obsessed with planning what to eat next! What you really need to remember is that you ARE suceeding on this diet, that you ARE still losing weight and that you look and feel better now than you did 5 weeks ago. Whilst I...
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    Anyone know when the Next sale starts?

    Cheryl As far as I know you are invited to book a slot if you have an account with them, but having an account doesn't guarantee an invitation. There is a post on MSE where a lady wrote to them asking for an invitation and was basically told that it was hit and miss whether you get one! (see...
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    christmas gift for my cdc

    I think the flowers are a great idea, or what about a bottle of something bubbly? Brilliant weight loss btw - the difference is amazing.
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    Episode X - Anyone Seen Our Mojo??

    I'm still here Chika, and it's good to see you back honey. Well done you for maintaining over three weeks. That must be motivational in itself. I fell of the wagon (actually, I think I pushed myself off) but have had some kind of weird revelation in the past few days because I'm back to...
  126. A

    Feeling Cold?

    I was constantly freezing for about the first 6 weeks on Cambridge and couldn't even get warm in bed. It's not so bad now, although I'm still wearing more clothes than I usually would, but not that unbearably cold feeling.
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    Spooky's Mum........Friday and it's looking good.

    Just want to add my best wishes to you and your family Nicky A x
  128. A

    Hedgemags Dieting History & Diary. A New Life Ahead .......

    LOL - I read it as G & T too - I thought I had found someone after my own heart! Well done on getting your mojo back Maggie. I think mine may have returned too, although I having a job holding onto it at the moment. I think today could be my 4 packs day, but if that's how we get through it...
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    Anyone know when the Next sale starts?

    Well, for all of you gagging for the sale, if you go to http://www.next.co.uk/sale/ there are some sale items on there, mostly from Autumn/Winter 07 catalogue and all less than half price! I've just ordered £98 worth of stuff for £36! I LOVE shopping. Don't forget to use my free delivery...
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    Hedgemags Dieting History & Diary. A New Life Ahead .......

    There must be a mojo magnet somewhere, attracting them away from us. That sound like a good plan Maggie. I think it must be easier to stick to allowing yourself to eat something on 790 rather than beating yourself up for cheating on SS. Have a great day today Maggie.
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    NEXT - free next day delivery code

    Just double checked it and it works just fine. Type F0708 in when you complete your order. NEXT - NEXT Online Shopping
  132. A

    Whats Best Treadmill Cycle Crosstrainer

    I've got a lateral thigh trainer, but the DVD that came with it never worked, and to be honest, I found my legs went jellylike after a few minutes. Any hints and tips on using it? At the moment it's main use is holding up the ironing pile! With regard to the cross trainer, I had my sisters...
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    Fabulous freebie - Free water filter jug, worth £15

    Oh no - I had a feeling this would happen, just didn't think it would happen quite that quickly! Make sure you sign up to find out when they get more in stock - it is possibly just a temporary thing. The offer was in the Daily Mail, so they must be prepared to have quite a few apply.
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    Fabulous freebie - Free water filter jug, worth £15

    Glad it's working for you guys. Some people on the other forum have said they are getting an internal error, but at least we're getting ours! I don't really think I have posted this in the right place, but there seem to be most people viewing Cambridge forum, and it might get overlooked...
  135. A

    Fabulous freebie - Free water filter jug, worth £15

    I've just ordered mine, whilst placing a fairly low value order. Amazon.co.uk Aqua Optima Daily Mail Offer The offer is on until 31st December, but I bet they run out sooner, so get in there quick. Promotional code is 2N3QXJXD. Make sure you enter it at the checkout. Free postage and...
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    Water - Filters?

    I've got a water filter/cooler thing that you plug into the mains. The make is 'Solartronic' and I bought it reconditioned off ebay, although I'm not sure you can still buy them. I love it, and refill my empty volvic/evian bottles every day before I go out. The one I have takes the old style...
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    Anyone know when the Next sale starts?

    For the summer sale they sent out special preview dates to Next Directory subscribers, allowing us to book a day and time to place our order up to a week before the sale started! This meant I got loads of bargains before stuff sold out. Not sure they will do this for the winter one, but if I get...
  138. A

    I've done it! 1/2 pound below goal! woohoo!

    Well done JJJ - it just shows what determination and hard work can do. You must be thrilled
  139. A

    Iced tea - my recipe. Makes a change from water!

    I'm so glad you like it Mandi. I had about 4 litres of it yesterday (I managed to reduce the amount of Summer Berries I added) but really binged on bad stuff too. Jumped on the scales this morning and I've lost another 2 lb since Wednesday. It could be coincidence, and it could just be that...
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    Iced tea - my recipe. Makes a change from water!

    LOL Plus, I did see your new thread, but I reckon it's only you and me who would know what it was about! Glad you're liking it. The only problem I've found so far is that when drinking it from a recycled Volvic bottle, it looks like you're drinking your own pee! I've just made up another 3...
  141. A

    Iced tea - my recipe. Makes a change from water!

    Well, you can hardly call it a recipe, but since I've been drinking it I'm finding it much easier to drink large quantities of fluids every day, so I thought I should share. Just brew a couple of green tea bags in a litre of just boiled water for a few minutes, then add around half a teaspoon...
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    Orange Winter Spice - Has anyone tried it?

    So many suggestions, I was almost less decisive than when I first posted! I went for the mousse in the the end. And very nice it was too! Thanks for your thoughts x
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    December Challenge...Last One For 2007

    Only 2 lbs off, but the way I have pigged out this week, that is nothing short of a miracle! Hedgemag 9lbs lost 4 lb Mocha J 8lb Amanda 10lb Crazyjane 14lb Tatty 10lb Gemma 9lbs k-nine 8lbs Kippaxmum 10lb Lenny4974 7lbs - lost 3lbs :) fiona78 7lbs polishrose 20lbs Mandye14lb BeeDub 10lbs -...
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    Orange Winter Spice - Has anyone tried it?

    My CDC just gave me one of these to try and I can't wait, but don't want to spoil it by making it hot when it should be cold or vice versa! She also said they have only produced 1000 - that sounds crazy and in some ways I hope I don't like it then I won't be disappointed if I can't get it...
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    Episode X - Anyone Seen Our Mojo??

    Back from weigh in - another 2lb off, which is amazing considering how I have binged this week. So what did I do? I just ate a wholemeal roll with turkey and a few christmas choccies! Completely stuffed now though! Really must go out and get some more jobs done, but it's dry and warm in here...
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    Episode X - Anyone Seen Our Mojo??

    Morning Sorry you're having a rough time of it still Sarah - you sound like you really need a break from it all, especially work, to give yourself some space to sort your head out. I'll keep my fingers crossed that your skirt fits Nikki I've been really lazy the past few days and not done...
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    1lb to 8 stone loss

    Lisa, that is brilliant - you're almost half the woman you used to be! Sorry, I can't help re the 790 plan (I'm pretty good at the cheating plan though) but I just had to congratulate you!
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    Episode X - Anyone Seen Our Mojo??

    Welcome back to CD Sam! And well done for sticking with it yesterday. I've been drinking warm water with the CD summer fruits in it - it's not my fave, but it helps with the water consumption. I really need to kick this into touch. Far too much G & T last night lead to a binge (the wrappers of...
  149. A

    Episode IX - A New Week Begins!

    Nikki, my head thinks it could reply to that question so eloquently but I've had about 5 G & Ts, so what comes out of my fingers is now seriously slurred.
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    Episode IX - A New Week Begins!

    Hi Nikki How are you doing? How's your toe? What a shame about your dress - it looked gorgeous in the photo. I've been pretty bad this weekend - I seem to keep forgetting that I am supposed to be dieting! Determined to make a bit more effort this week. Hope you're ok A x
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    December Challenge...Last One For 2007

    I got knocked off the list somehow, so adding myself again Hedgemag 7lbs Mocha J 8lb Amanda 10lb Crazyjane 14lb Tatty 10lb Gemma 9lbs k-nine 8lbs Kippaxmum 10lb Lenny4974 7lbs fiona78 7lbs polishrose 20lbs Mandye14lb BeeDub 10lbs Kerrie 10lb Spooky Maintain Busybee 7lb Nessie 12lbs Whoops...
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    December Challenge...Last One For 2007

    I've only got 3 more official weigh ins before Christmas, but will probably do my own on Boxing day just before I go on holiday. My biggest challenge will be keeping it off while I'm away!! I'd really love to lose another 12lbs, which should take me into the 11s for Christmas :eek: Hedgemag...
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    Episode IX - A New Week Begins!

    I gained one lb and knocked myself waaaaaaay out of ketosis, but, although I don't feel particularly determined or positive, I've only had one CD meal today and not a single other morsel has passed my lips - despite being in the house with Issey all day. After nine weeks dieting and a major...
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    Episode IX - A New Week Begins!

    Hi girls Well, I gave into my binge last night, and boy did I binge! Ate bread for the first time in 9 weeks and a whole heap of junk. Not feeling too good this morning but I bet I'll feel worse when I get on the scales! I don't want to weigh myself really, but I think it may do me good to see...
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    **NOVEMBER CHALLANGE**

    pippa 15lb chika ? mochaj 14lb Lost 18lbs so far:party0011: poohbearmufc 14 lb Lost 7lbs (bad month!) Lily 14 lbs - lost 14lbs so far :bliss: Porgeous 10lbs -5.5 Ninababes 10lbs lost 9lbs :-D :-D iwditt 14lbs Amber34 12lbs Lost 10.25 lbs SpanglyRainbow 14lbs Christie 14 lbs Mommysue 14 lbs...
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    Episode IX - A New Week Begins!

    Well done on staying strong Nikki - you have every right to be dead proud of yourself. I wish I had some of your willpower today! I'm in such a bad mood I feel like crying right now, and I'm sure it is just my PMT. I have scoffed with abandon today and at the moment I couldn't care less - my...
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    Episode IX - A New Week Begins!

    Quiet on here today. I'm at home because Isobel has croup again! I thought it was something that babies get, and she is 6 1/2 now! I was still thinking about handing my notice on my contract, when the company phoned me to offer more work. My mouth went into overdrive whilst I explained the...
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    Episode IX - A New Week Begins!

    Just back from my weigh in and I've lost 4.5 lbs, although this is 2 weeks weight loss as I didn't get weighed last week. TOTM is due, so hopefully will have a good result next week too, providing I stop filling my face...... I'm now exactly half way on my ticker - I has to be all downhill...
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    Whisk-Mugs

    I usually put just enough cold water in to cover the whisk, a little buit of hot then add my sachet. Once that is smooth, I add the rest of the hot water, whisking all the time. I have never tried to make a cold shake in them though and always use my smoothie maker for cold ones so I can add ice...
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    What dress size at what weight?

    That is quite bizzare. I'm also 5'7", I weigh 12 12 but can't get anywhere near a size 12. I'm in size 14s though, and really thrilled about that!
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    Whisk-Mugs

    Hi Claire I love my coffee magic mug and look everywhere I go (and I travel to over 40 town centres some weeks) in case I can buy one from the high street anywhere, but not had any luck yet. I now have 4 - all from ebay, although my first one is past it's best and needs binning. I will...
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    Episode IX - A New Week Begins!

    Sophisticated and sexy - you hit the nail on the head there! It is stunning! We want pics of you wearing it. I never find gorgeous dresses like that on ebay - although I did find a nice one in a charity shop today for £4! lol
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    Episode IX - A New Week Begins!

    Wow, that is beautiful. Where did you get it from? I don't think I'm going anywhere nice enough to wear something like that - the most glam I get is out clubbing with the girls! Now, surely you don't want to eat Nikki...........
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    Episode IX - A New Week Begins!

    Nikki, please don't eat. I know I gave in yesterday due to totm too but I was lucky to get away with it! The scales are probably only showing a gain due to water retention. You've been doing so well, try not to let give in. You must be feeling so rough at the moment - can you take a day off...
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    Episode IX - A New Week Begins!

    Glad your date was good Chika - us girls fall in love so easily! Mind you, I find it pretty easy to fall out of it too! Mocha - you are going to be so close to your goal by Christmas - if not have acheived it! Keep going - you can do it! I've popped in a couple of charity shops on my travels...
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    Episode IX - A New Week Begins!

    Well, thanks for your positive comments girls - your post was very helpful Sarah - it's great to know that I'm not alone, and your experience of regaining the weight is something that I am terrified of doing myself. When I consider what I was capable of eating before I started CD, the food I...
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    Episode IX - A New Week Begins!

    Well, amazingly, I am still in ketosis! Obviously, I'm chuffed as nuts, but a little worried that my brain is now going to start telling me that I can get away with eating that sort of junk. I've got my first weigh in in 2 weeks tomorrow and would love to see at least 7 lbs come off, but with...
  168. A

    London Meet, 7th - 8th March 2008 - Anyone Interested?

    Bumping this up again
  169. A

    Dresses ............

    My sister chose her wedding dress here, tried it on in the shop then ordered it from the States for under half the price - and that included delivery! She had the name of the designer and name of the style, and just did an internet search based on that. She also tried searching first to find...
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    I've so much to lose dont know where to start!!!!

    Hi Leila It can be a dreadful shock when we wake up to just how much weight has 'slipped on' whilst we weren't looking can't it? I know I've been there several times! You've made a great start - first recognising it, second being determined to tackle it and third by registering with this...
  171. A

    does anyone else smell?

    You two now have me sniffing myself and checking for collarbones. I have neither at the moment, which is a mixture of relief and disappointment!
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    Episode IX - A New Week Begins!

    Sorry about your toe Nikki - sounds really sore and annoying that nothing can be done! I am not having a good day SSing. In fact, unless I popped out for a fish supper and called in at the indian and chinese takeaways on the way back home, it couldn't get much worse! My period is due and I...
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    Episode VIII - We Can Do This!!!!

    That's weird - I thought I had posted that last one hours ago. The shopping trip wasn't too bad - a few little comments, but I wonder if I am listening out for them now. I bought myself a size 14 top in Next - completely not what I would wear normally - I always stick to black or, erm...
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    Episode VIII - We Can Do This!!!!

    Hi girls It's been a bad week for cars hasn't it? Hope you're OK Chika. Brilliant weight loss Nikki, and a good one for you too Mocha. I missed my weigh in last week as I had so much work on, so I'm hoping for an extra good one this week. According to my scales, I have lost. I've just...
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    Whiplash insurance claim

    Thanks for all of your advice. I have been checked out by my doctors and he said it is very mild injury and so I am not going to claim through the insurance, but I have been back to the company that offered me £400 and we are negotiating. Some fantastic advice - thanks - you've really helped...
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    Episode VIII - We Can Do This!!!!

    Morning I should be rushing around trying to get out of the door. I have so much to do and I am beginning to hate my job at the moment, which is so wrong as I do this in order that I can please myself and call my own hours. I've just taken on too much at the moment and am now determined to...
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    Whiplash insurance claim

    Hi, I wonder if any of you have advice on this, whether as a professional in the industry, or previous experience. Last night I was the front car in the 3 car shunt on the motorway. I was stationary at the time and the jolt has left me with a sore neck, shoulder and back - basically, mild...
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    Embarressing illnesses omg

    Wow Mandy, it's probably not everyone's ideal way to acheive stardom, but it could be great if they actually manage to help you, and it sounds like they think they believe they can. Think of all the researchers looking into your case for you! What a fantastic incentive to keep to the diet too...
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    Episode VIII - We Can Do This!!!!

    Thnaks for your advice girls. I'm not too bad this morning, just stiff and a bit sore. I think I may have gotten away with it lightly Chika, I am sooooo glad you had an epiphany yesterday! Although you have been struggling, going by your weight loss, this diet obviously really suits your body...
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    Episode VIII - We Can Do This!!!!

    Thanks for all your advice re the whiplash. I am going to call my docs tomorrow Nikki and at least have them put it on my notes, even if they can't fit me in for an appointment. Police are coming round tomorrow too. Chika - I'm sorry you're so down, it's a shitty way to be feeling. What...
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    Episode VIII - We Can Do This!!!!

    Until you said you were fine until Monday, I was wondering whether you might be pregnant Nikki! I have a Next directory and it is fatal - especially around sale time when you get exclusive previews. I'm still paying off my last sale splurge, even though it's all too big now! Spicy cabbage...
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    Episode VIII - We Can Do This!!!!

    Mocha, I could have posted that myself! I went to bed at 3 and feel like death this morning. Also got a busy day as it is deadline day for one of my companies but I can't face driving around as I'm too knackered. Going to do a bit of work from home while I wake up - if you see me on here, kick...
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    Episode VIII - We Can Do This!!!!

    Aww Nikki, sorry you're feeling so rough still, although at least you're feeling positive, despite that. Perhaps an early night is in order. Well done on not scaring the new girl off this time Sarah! ;) Sounds like you need an early night too! Coffee Magic mugs have a little battery powered...
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    Episode VIII - We Can Do This!!!!

    Well, I'm doing OK so far today, although just had mad thoughts of jaffa cakes, but I resisted. My new Coffee Magic mugs arrived this morning - although they are good, the last one only lasted about 6 weeks before it started to get some serious cracks, but with my new ones I'll be whizzing up...
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    Episode VIII - We Can Do This!!!!

    Morning Well, after last nights little 'set to' I ended up drinking far too much wine and then I know I ate, because the remnants are spread around! Got on the scles this morning and it looks like I have done some damage so I really need to get stuck in to this today and try to undo some of...
  186. A

    Hi to anyone who remembers me... and anyone need some CD spares ???

    I think your story can do more for other CDers than can the shakes and soups that you're offering - and I'm not knocking you for your generosity, just dead impressed at your achievement. Well, done - a total inspiration, and I hope you knock em all dead in your size 12 xmas dress. Do you...
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    has anyone ever bought shakes/soups from:

    Buying sachets from Ebay is nothing like having a CDC. You don't get taught how to use them in the best way to suit you The ebay seller does not tell you what a rough time you are going to have, then phone you in the middle of it to encourage you to keep going. You don't have to meet the Ebay...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    To add insult onto injury, the cat has just been sick - twice! Happy bloody Sunday!
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    I've had one hell of a night too, but in a different way. We ended up having a 'big chat' with my son, who, whilst being very well behaved compared to most teenagers, is an absolute gobshite to me at the moment, which is something I really am not coping with very well We (my partner and I)...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    Hi girls I've been mega lazy today, but Kenny has taken Isobel out for Sunday lunch so I can crack on - and what am I doing? Sod all! Had a scale hop this morning and it looks hopeful for a good result on Wednesday. I've been pretty good this weekend, with only a couple of cheese nibbles...
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    Cant afford to higher a tux or dress for the gala

    Have a look round the charity shops - a lot of them 'save' their evening wear through the year and put it out near Christmas. If you've not got the time to trawl round, try phoning some - most will be happy to put a few bits aside for you. Since I've lost some weight I've bought some lovely...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    That's fantastic Mocha, well done:happy036: You must be well and truely in the 11s now - I don't blame you for wanting to get out and buy new clothes. Just been and had my hair done - it's very short for me - it now sits on my shoulders. I've had about 4 inches off, and a slimmer face does...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    Ohhh Nikki, that sounds so sore! I hate it when I even stub my toe. I'm glad your hubby is spurring you on - mine has noticed the weight loss, and is encouraging with his compliments, but when he passed my car outside my CDCs yesterday he text to ask what I was doing in that town! He has no...
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    Big calves

    Don't cry Angel! You'll be amazed what a couple of months on Cambridge can do! I have huge calves too (not the bovine variety) and haven't been able to wear long boots for years. I've measured them and they are 17 inches, although I've only lost a stone and a half, so I can't imagine any will...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    Well, it looks like it's just you and me Mocha! Well done on your 13 days of abstinence - I'm dead impressed - and jealous! What does your hubby think now you're in the 11s? Is he proud of you? Well done on your loss K9 - don't ever worry about sharing that with us - it spurs me on to do...
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    Bars = pain?

    I've suffered on the chewy bars - they can have a laxitive effect and contain maltitol, which plays up my fairly mild IBS. However, it took me three days of eating them and having chronic diarrhoea to work out what was doing it!!! I nibbled on one throughout the day yesterday, rather than eat...
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    rather embarrasing......

    You're not having any of the chewy bars are you? I've found that these really upset my tummy, so can't eat one at a single sitting. They can have a laxative effect and contain Maltitol and I have a touch of IBS so this could be why they effect me so badly.
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    I am not a happy bunny. I gained 3/4 lb at my weigh in this week. My own fault, I know, but I am gutted nonetheless. What a waste of a week! What is the point SSing for days on end, only to blow it on a couple of binges? I may as well just give up on CD and try to eat healthily, as I know I...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    Ohhh post a piccie of you wearing it Mocha - I love seeing what people look like - they are rarely as you imagine them.
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    I ordered my new mobile on Friday, but did it over the phone. They talked me into something I really didn't plan to have, but the guy reckoned it was the best one available. I popped into a shop today to have a look at it. Have you noticed how phones are getting bigger? This one seems bloomin...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    lol - just realised what that looks like. I'm not saying you normally post drivel - just suggesting that you post any old rubbish, rather than text. Am I digging my hole deeper here?
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    Ohh I wanna see piccies! I really need a new coat - I was freezing walking the streets of Woolwich/Lewisham/Bromley today, but I'm loathe to splash out on one now when I'm hoping to lose more weight in the very near future. I did, however, buy a new blouse in Debenhams - size 14!!!! Although...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    Very quiet on here tonight! I've not had a bad day - was ssing so well until I got in from working. The chicken in the fridge has now gone, along with one of the sausages (why did I make toad in the hole? Am I mad?) and had a quarter of a slice of granary bread and butter!!:whoopass: It's my...
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    Poss TMI, but....!

    Mine took a huge nose dive, to the point that I wouldn't have been turned on if Kiefer Sutherland stood in front of me wearing nothing but a red rose and a smile (yeah, OK, I know he's not everyones idea of a fantasy man, but he is mine). Thankfully, after about 7 weeks on the diet, things...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    They're 'Masai Barefoot Technology' trainers Nikki. They are supposed to improve your posture, aches and pains and increase muscle use whilst walking. They're actually described as exercise equipment and I'm hoping they will help me to tone my legs and bum. The reviews I have seen about them are...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    I'm just not finding them very comfortable Chika. To start with, they are quite 'hard' on my feet. I've got New Balance walking trainers and they are like putting on comfy slippers in comparison! You have to lace them very tight to stop them from slipping and my feet are going numb and feeling...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    Morning I LOVE scale hopping - well, you would think I did, the number of times I do it! Mine have dropped again today :clap:, although I don't think I'll show a significant loss at my weigh in tomorrow due to the weekend's bingeing. Have a great time in Glasgow Mocha - my step kids live...
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    MBTs - something that works but for when cash is not tight

    Well, I've bought my MBTs, but I'm not sure I like them! I realise it is early days, but I'm wearing them around the house for an hour or so at a time and finding that with having to lace them tighly enough that they don't slip, it feels like I am cutting off the circulation to my feet, which...
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    Slendertone belts

    lol - I know you shouldn't, and I can assure you I've not done it since, but once I get an idea in my head, there is very little shifting it! I only revealed my ridiculous behaviour to illustrate the point that they can make a difference. I should have added that I am NOT advocating anyone...
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    Slendertone belts

    I find that mine does make a difference - I had to slim into a pair of trousers for a funeral a few years ago (and now I'm trying to slim into them again - sigh) and whacked mine on 4 times a day for 3 days. I could actually do the trousers up by the third day, however, I couldn't bend...
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    Victoria Beckham Joke

    Victoria Beckham was being driven around the countryside in her limo. Suddenly a cow walked into the road and, unable to stop in time, the limo hit the cow. Slightly shaken up, the driver went to see if the cow was alright. "Is it alright?" asked Victoria Beckham. The driver prodded the cow...
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    I'm off....................................

    That's fantastic Shelly!!! I love the Foos - Dave Grohl is a demi-god! We saw then a few years ago at a festival and they were fantastic! My stepson is a sound engineer and has been working with them at Glasgow and Aberdeen this week - he met them all, but was struck dumb with awe!!! Have...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    Oh no Nikki - I hope you've not got a bug too! I've had a thoroughly crap day. I started late, sat for 2 hours in heavy traffic on the motorway but had my route through East London carefully planned. When I arrived at my first job, I could see masses of smoke billowing up nearby. Did you see...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    Hi girls I've been really bad over the weekend and the scales have shot back up - thankfully I'm still below last weeks weigh in and have a couple of days to try to make it up, but I'm very cross with myself :whoopass:. Well done on your 2.5 stone milestone Mocha - you must be dead chuffed...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    Good morning all you slimmer people. I pigged out yesterday - hangover eating. Was sticking with protien, but somehow some bad stuff slipped in too. Oh well, will have to get back on it today. My intake of wine was limited last night (because we ran out!) so not feeling too bad today. I've...
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    Morning people Well, not unusually for me, I am sitting here on Saturday morning with a hangover, although thankfully not as bad as the last few weeks, probably due to me downing so much water when I got in that I barely got any sleep because I had to keep going to the loo! I saw one of my...
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    Good workout shoes?

    I know exactly what you mean! I'm going to get some MBTs this weekend, and have never in my life bought such expensive footwear (around $300 :eek:), so I am dreading the possibility that I can't get on with them, as they are bizzare things to walk in. With New Balance, if you go onto their...
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    Good workout shoes?

    I didn't realise you are in the States. I just called them quickly and they said they charge around £30 (or $60) to ship to the USA. You might be better to find a supplier over there! BTW, the web address I gave is slightly wrong - it's MilletSports.co.uk
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    MBTs - something that works but for when cash is not tight

    Hey, thanks for that Scot - I can feel a trip to Bluewater coming on this weekend!
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    Episode VII - A New Start!

    Hi SS-ers I am definitely up for this too! My cheats since weigh in have been very minor, and the scales seem to have moved since Wednesday, so I could really do with sticking to it to get another good result this week, although cutting out the tetras and bars is very hard when I am on the...
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    Deciding on a goal weight what is reasonable?

    This is something I really struggled with. Not knowing what to do, I set my ticker at a weight I slimmed down to before (as a result of a very stressful divorce and related problems), even though at that time people told me I looked ill - which in fairness, I probably was! But now I've lost...
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    My mood is not much improved, although I received an apology from the OH for last night's row. I decided to park a little way outside town late this afternoon and walk in for the extra exercise. Within 2 minutes the wind whipped up a gale and it bucketed down. By the time I got to shelter I...
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    Good workout shoes?

    I bought some New Balance trainers last year for the Moonwalk - I've never worn anything so comfortable! I reckon this is probably due to the fact they come in width measurements, and my toes are not cramped, although I find they keep my feet at a great temperature too. They do both walking...
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    MBTs - something that works but for when cash is not tight

    Does anyone know if it would be OK to drive in them? Although I don't do a massive amount of walking, I have to do some every day. I travel from town to town, park then walk as fast as I can to whichever place I am assessing, do the job, walk back to the car and off to the next town. I have...
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    Brussel Sprouts

    I love sprouts too! A much maligned veggie. My 6 year old asks for them for her tea every night now they are in season again - I usually cook more so I can eat a few too!
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    **NOVEMBER CHALLANGE**

    pippa 15lb chika ? mochaj 14lb Lost 9.75lbs poohbearmufc 14 lb Lily 14 lbs - lost 2lbs so far :) Porgeous 10lbs -1 :cry: Ninababes 10lbs lost 6lbs :-D iwditt 14lbs Amber34 12lbs Lost 5.25 lbs, 6.75lbs to go SpanglyRainbow 14lbs Christie 14 lbs Mommysue 14 lbs excesspounds = 14lbs Dobbie 10lbs...
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    Morning You all sound like you're doing fairly well. Nikki, I don't know how you can bake and resist eating! Had my weigh in yesterday and I've lost another 5 1/4 lbs. I was so thrilled I came home and ate! What is wrong with me? Not tested for K yet, but don't hold out a lot of hope. Had...
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    I agree with you Nikki - although I don't know that I am scared of being slim, but don't believe I CAN be any slimmer than I have been in recent memory (ie the past 25 years). I was talking to a friend on Saturday and found myself saying "Oh I could never be a size 10 because of my build"...
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    Oh Lucy, I know exactly what you're saying - I just posted the same thing! I think part of the problem may be that you are on your last stone - everyone seems to say that this is the hardest one to lose. Have you got your eye on any outfits for Christmas? Or something in your wardrobe you...
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    Morning girls Isn't it easy to stay away from posting when you're not very happy with yourself? I've not been dreadful with the picking, but not exactly proud of myself either. One of the reasons my weight crept up was that I pick in the evenings, and it is a habit I am having so much...
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    Good hummus recipe?

    I do pretty much the same as Beverly, but use lime juice instead of lemon, omit the creme freche and add a spoonful of tahini paste (sunflower seed paste) and mush it all up using my stick blender.
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    Hi girls Brilliant weight loss Mocha! That must be all of your holiday gain and then some! Very inspirational. Sorry you're feeling rough Sarah - I had a day like that yesterday, but mine was mostly due to overdoing the wine again. I really need to get my drinking sorted out. Nikki - are...
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    London Meet, 7th - 8th March 2008 - Anyone Interested?

    Count me in too, of course, depending on the day etc. I live in Kent so London is nice and local for me. Jo Maggie Sam (maybe) Sarah (maybe) KittyKat Amber
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    Awwww Chika, you have stolen my 'Binge Queen' crown! Not happy with you! BUT, get back on track (I have done today - back in ketosis in less than 24 hours) and get another good weight loss this week. We have to be honest with ourselves - we're on this diet because we are not good at...
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    Advice Please

    Well done on your excellent weight loss! I've been on Cambridge for 5 weeks ( the principle is the same as LL) and have eaten quite a bit of roast chicken each week (because I am have the willpower of a gerbil). Last night, a few glasses of wine too many, I picked at roast pork and some...
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    If I sneak on here late maybe I'll get away with it......... Had my weigh in and stayed the same. It's not the end of the world as it is TOTM and as my CDC said to me "Look dear, if almost any of my other customers cheated and picked as much as you do their weight would be up and down like a...
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    **NOVEMBER CHALLANGE**

    Updated to add Kippamum pippa 15lb chika ? mochaj 14lb poohbearmufc 14 lb Lily 14 lb Porgeous 10lbs Ninababes 10lbs iwditt 14lbs Amber34 12lbs SpanglyRainbow 14lbs Christie 14 lbs Mommysue 14 lbs excesspounds = 14lbs Dobbie 10lbs Hedgemag 12lbs:innocent0002: Sazzy34 10lbs Kippaxmum 14lbs
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    That's brilliant Mrs V - almost 2 stone in a month! I am soooooooo jealous!:D
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    Morning. The weather here is really dull today, but I am in a more positive mood, despite getting my period this morning and feeling rough. I was at my wits end with this diet last night and ready to chuck it in because I kept picking at cheese, then ate 3 biscuits:eek:, but I am putting it...
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    If every human was given a Warning Label to their names, what would yours read?

    My innocuous one would be: "Beware of the clutter" And in small print: "Approach with care - PMT may last full 28 days" I think it's the small print one that caused everyone else in the house to have an early night tonight.
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    **NOVEMBER CHALLANGE**

    Count me in too, although I've not yet had my final weigh in for October. I'm setting mine a bit lower this month - I'd rather acheive and beat it than not make it! pippa 15lb chika ? mochaj 14lb poohbearmufc 14 lb Lily 14 lb Porgeous 10lbs Ninababes 10lbs iwditt 14lbs Amber34 12lbs
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    I've only ever tried the crisps with the chilli soup Mocha, so I'm afraid I can't help you. Personally I don't like the veggie soup (although I LOVE coriander lololol) but you could try it with some chilli flakes added to give it a kick. I put some in my oriental chilli crisps and it made me...
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    That's incredible Chika - I wonder if it was the additional exercise at the weekend <gg> Well done you - you must be chuffed as nuts. Mocha - my crisps were lovely! Last time I tried them they were soggy, but this time I had the Oriental soup and made them with sparkling water (a tip I read on...
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    Thanks for your good wishes girls. I do feel a lot better today, just incredibly tired (I got very little sleep last night) and a bit down in the dumps (but that could be PMT too) so I've postponed all my work and am having a very lazy day. I really feel like eating something, so I'm going to...
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    Good morning I've cancelled going for my weigh in this morning and am very tempted to change around some of todays work. We had a power surge yesterday evening, and I didn't reset my alarm clock properly, so overslept this morning and my little one was late for school. On top of that, I had...
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    Well, it's a lovely sunny day here and that really helps me to feel more positive. I jumped on the scales this morning and I think I may have lost another 3 lbs this week, but it's not my official weigh in until tomorrow, so we shall see. I overindulged on the wine this weekend, but it's out...
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    how quick do you see....

    My start weight was 14 stone. I weighed more on my CDC's scales, but I am using mine to judge my goal as I know that when mine say 11 stone I'll be very close to how I want to look (having been there before - although that seems like a distant memory now!). I've set a target of 50 lbs, mostly...
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    I am exactly the same with the cringing the next day Sarah! I always go out with the best intentions of watching my mouth, (I am very loud and extrovert by nature, and the drink accenturates this side of me) but get carried away. Luckily it was just my partner and I last night, and although I...
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    how quick do you see....

    Well, I've officially lost 15 lbs (hopefully a bit more this week) and my too tight size 16's are now too big, although the 14's are still a bit on the tight side. I've also noticed I have a waist again (I've lost 4 1/2 inches from my waist in 4 weeks :eek:) and when I was lying on my side in...
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    EPISODE VI - SS'ing 7 Day Challenge

    Your posts have made me really laugh this morning - and I need that at the moment! Chika & Sarah - you go girls!!! It's great to have that kind of freedom. I went mad like that for a while after splitting with my husband. In a long-term relationship now, but I'm happier about leaving the...
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