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After a marvellous week last week I did my old tricks at the weekend and got smashed on Saturday resulting in a handsome 2lbs on for Weigh In day. Lessons learnt- Listen to my head. My head was screaming at me to take the car, drink sugar free Red Bull, tonic and pop. I chose to drink and...

Stick to the calculator's suggestion to begin with and see if it works. Your two fast days will create a calorie deficit and it's interesting to see how quickly the cals can add up. If you set a limit of 2000 calories and 500 on your fast days you'll be having an average of 1570 cals a day...

I'm fasting today in honour of Pancake Day tomorrow! It's the first year in years I've not been fretting about the calories/points/syns/carbs in pancakes so I'm jolly excited!

Second Week Update - Another 1lb off which I'm happy with as I'm now in the next stone bracket! Woop! I've also lost inches this week. How can I tell? My trousers are doing a London Bridge! Good excuse to go shopping at the weekend!

Hovis doorstop white is 156 calories a slice.

A thick slice of white bread is just over one hundred calories so a doorstop size I would allow three hundred for two slices.

2.6lbs in my first week which is great as I really haven't felt deprived all week and have done what I've wanted to do. :-)

I get a bit frightened of UDs, too, but I'm using Myfitnesspal to keep track of how many calories I'm eating to keep some control. My first week WI on Monday so I'll be able to see if it's working. Good luck. X

Hello and welcome to Juddding! You would be surprised how much you can have for 1800 calories and it would be interesting to see how far you can make them stretch! I'm sure I've read that DDs are rounded up to 500 cals minimum so perhaps try that instead.

When I was questioned about starting a VLCD I was asked why I don't just eat normally? I, too, realised I didn't know how. Dd, today, got my Exante packs at the ready. Feeling good!

I've only been Juddding for three days after toying with VLCDs and SW for the best part of three years and this is the first time in a long time I've been forced to really focus on my eating and drinking habits. I'm used to not eating much and equally used to eating all I like but I've made a...

Hi I've just switched to JUDDD from SnS looking forward to seeing if I can improve my losses and my discipline on this plan.

I think i'm going to do it that way and have a small evening meal as I find it so hard to eat a breakfast and lunch and then not have a meal in the evening. I think it'll take a little time to figure out what works for me.

Hello all I've decided to switch to JUDDD after losing less than I would have liked on similar plans. My plan so far on JUDDD is 2650 cals on UDs and 530 cals on DDs. I've got a lot of Exante and S&S packs so I will have them on DDs to help control my calories. Looking forward to getting to...

It's best to dismiss it as lazy journalism as you could transpose WeightWatchers for any company. If you don't like WW or it doesn't work for you you are free to go. Anyone would think they were exposing an evil cult the way they were carrying on about their products and groups. I was...

What a load of anti-WW propaganda this programme is. The fact that the NHS has spent £4m on Weight Watchers since 2007 isn't a bad use of funds but the programme tried to suggest this was too much and I quote "but has it worked?". Has what worked? Trying to help people lose weight by calorie...

IIRC Atkins bars are around double the calories of S&S bars (180-250kcal) and are high in sugar alcohols such as Molitol and high in carbs (around 19g) so they would be best avoided on S&S. They taste a bit like Dark Choc Truffa but are 2.5 times the size.

Hello, Slinky! As with all packs/powders the rule is each to their own, but in my opinion it tastes more like lemon squash. It's a very nice drink and refreshing and of course there's no citric acid which would be in normal lemon/orange drinks. Give it a go, you only need a tiny bit and it...

Shakes on a Plane could be a blockbuster!

Hi Baroness! Great name! Good luck for when you start. Try cutting your carbs down before so it's not such a shock to the system.

The reason is that around 70% of regular food is water so you need to supplement your packs with extra fluids. You don't need to drink plain water if you don't like it. You can have cordial, diet pop if it's sugar free and doesn't contain citric acid. You can also have tea and coffee and herbal...

I agree the Cookies and Cream and Vanilla shakes taste salty to me. Chocolate is the only one I seem to get along with!

I've had a terrible day pack wise as had the Hazelnut shake which I thought was disgusting, the Mac Cheese which wasn't disgusting but not my thing at all and half a teaspoon of the porridge which made me sick. Pah! Get the sample pack and you'll find your favourites. Chilli is my favourite...

Easing myself back on the wagon and will start properly 2nd Jan. Joining a sponsored slim so that will keep me motivated.

Hi caroline beetroot is not on the official list but similar carbs to mushrooms. I've been reading too many lists! They might add a bit of colour to your salad as well and pickled beetroot will add some flavour reducing the need for extra dressing. x

Oops sorry noodles not on allowed list was on an unofficial S&S list of lowest veg. 5g per 100g.

Hi. I make mine up to 500ml with water and shake very well. This may be too thin for you but I like that it goes further. I've not noticed any overpowering smell which shake was it you had? X

Hello all! Long time lurker first time poster on S&S. My friend noodles1609 has inspired me to start Slimming and Saving and I'm so pleased I have (eventually) started! This morning, though, I was overcome with nerves about making my first meal. I'd had the shakes and bars before but I'd never...

Hi Elaine! Well done for starting early! Hope you're having a great first weekend! xx

Haha! Brilliant! Thank you very much! I'm back and off to a roaring start! Thank you for your welcome! x

Hello! I am a fella and I have started S&S today! Been doing lots of lurking and have now decided I'm ready to go for it. Congratulations on your losses so far!

Clementines. Tasting better and better towards Xmas. :-)

If you're really after cheese you could do a Red, Green or SuccessExpress day to have two A and B choices? X

Last time I went to Scarborough I had F&Cs and once I'd eaten my large mushy peas and the fish I couldn't manage the chips and batter! Still had a small chip butty though. ;-) Have a fab time! X

Welcome to SW it's so great for restoring control in your life and will help with that "out of control" feeling. I felt the same that my week was an endless cycle of eating and drinking. Coupled with feeling far too big to feel comfortable meant that a controlled plan was the best way forward...

I bought myself some Thorntons chocs and am just having one every now and again as a little treat. If you syn them there's no need to be upset or hurt your losses. That's the good thing about SW you can have anything you like in moderation. I keep mine high up on the kitchen cupboards so...

I got my book out in Morrisons last week and felt so silly but then realised nobody else cares! And if they did know it was the SW book they'd probably be feeling guilty they weren't carrying theirs lol! X

I will be suing if they did! Lol! Never mind! I dread to think how many accidental syns I have throughout the week! X

I got my Club 10 last week after nearly 2 stone loss and it did seem like I'd never get there. 15 weeks and a few ups and downs but it came eventually. I think Club 20 is a great idea but nothing to stop us working that out for ourselves and making a little certificate! X

I'm sure in the last SW mag low fat Ambrosia was 3.5 a pot. Could be wrong. Will bob it through the calculator next time I get one. If they're 7 each that would be upsetting!! x

Don't know if you're a dessert person but you can heat a HiFi in the microwave for 10-20 seconds in the microwave and pour gently heated Vanilla Custard Mullerlight over it. It's like a naughty feeling dessert but it's your B choice and Muller is free! If you want actual custard the low fat is...

Hoorah! I didn't know it was 3 that's good news! Thanks!

I've never heard this rule about synning portions of Hexes before but I've heard it twice today. I think it's a rumour. The reason we have HEX is to keep our nutrients up such as fibre and calcium. If you only manage half your Hex it's better than nothing so it would be irresponsible of SW to...

Are cheese singles HexAs or not? I can't decide!

I use my HexA on cheese when I get in from work and have a little cheese and ham. Sometimes will grate it and use it with an omelette or to melt on to chicken or bacon. If you drink milk you can easily use it plain or have it in hot drinks. You can use your HexB bread to make a sandwich with or...

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Hi and welcome! As long as you get your 1/3 superfree from your veg then you'll be fine. I have a friend who doesn't eat eggs and many other foods but there's so much to choose from and she's lost 3st so far! X

I use my HexB 1 as my 1/3 for breakfast but I probably should have somethng else as it should probably be 1/3 free but I like a Hi-Fi or Alpen Light for breakfast during the week. I have my second HexB when I get in and if I have cereal the milk is one of my HexAs. Cathedral City Light is...

Yes that's right sorry I forgot to mention that! Higher syns to limit your intake. It's a good plan just try it for a day or two if you're not sure. It's also fantastic if you've got lots of superfree to get through before it goes off! ;-) x

You swap 1/3 of your superfree for 2/3rds of your plate. You have to mix it up a bit to stay at it as I got a bit sick of runner beans, but I feel a lot better. You can also have 2 HEXB and 1 or 2 Hexa, as long as 2/3rds of your meals are superfree. You still get your regular syns. Xs

I did it last week for 5 days and lost 2.5, did EE other 2, someone at our group lost 4 and my partner lost 2 for 5 days so it does give you a boost. X

Glad I'm not the only one to tuck in to whole gherkins! And always used to take them out of a BigMac...

Am looking forward to seeing what happens tonight. Hope she's alright. My C mentions gains but in a very constructive and helpful way. I'm sure she wouldn't say anything if you asked her not to though.

The batteries in mine have gone! Think that's a sign! X

The best thing about reading the total weight loss when you've had a gain is the reminder of how well you've done before. And it's always nice to have a round of applause! X

As the saying goes, it didn't come on overnight so it won't come off overnight! As long as you remember every half a pound is a pack of butter you'll remember it all adds up! X

They're your losses though not the C's so don't let her ruin your chances. You might grow to love the comedy value though, but you probably shouldn't have to! Your membership is transferable so you can change to any group. X

Agree with Jenny! It's the start of something wonderful and your pre-WI nerves will go after a couple of weeks. You'll start to love them! :-) good luck! X

It's so upsetting when you think you've done really well only to have gained 5lbs, but when you go to class you've lost 2! Home scales are not as accurate as SW ones and your weight goes up and down every hour. X

It's fab with loads of onions and mushrooms, you can also add peppers to it to make it nice and colourful. Great for getting your superfree in. X

I'm averaging 1.7lbs a week, just keep up with your superfree and don't let them go by the wayside. Take a look at your book for speed and superspeed as they really do work. Good luck! X

It's a really good book with some lovely recipes but your C will give you a free one if you were meant to get one in your pack. I got mine for £1.50 and off to Morrisons tonight armed and dangerous! X

Oh dear! Not a great impression of SW but I've had 3 consultants so far and met many more and they're all wonderful so if you're not happy after another few classes just change and keep food optimising. Her style of classes might suit some people but she sounds like she needs to learn some tact...

Well done! I gained a pound over Xmas and lost it this week just by sticking to SW as much as I could over Xmas. Damage limitation! Good luck for next week! X

I know it doesn't go with everything but just a side of grated carrots, cabbage, or some sweetcorn, peas or fry light onions or something is always nice. Just try and get some fruit and veg in but if you can't I think a superfree pud is a brilliant idea!

Hi and welcome to SW! You should stick to red, green or Extra Easy for the whole day, but you can choose a different plan each day should you wish. I just stick to Easy so that I know where I am. :-) good luck you'll do so well as a couple! :-)

My home scales and the SW scales are always different, even if I STS on my home scales I could've had a loss at WI. I'm trying ever so hard not to weigh myself at home but the suspense before WI kills me!

It's tricky sometimes coz you do get worried when you're tucking in to a full English, but it soon turns in to a wonderful feeling that you can still eat well and lose! Think long term and you'll be victorious. Xx

Haha! Love it! X

That's amazing well done! :-) x

Welcome to the Slimming World of tomorrow! (said in an overly-dramatic voice, you understand) :-)

Loving this thread! All that fibre's gone to your heads! :-)) x

Hmm I think Xmas excess might have done a lot of us good as we'll probably be good as gold for another 50 weeks now! :-)

Next week I'm going to sit at my desk eating a pepper like an apple and see how long it takes for someone to comment! I'll make a little game out of SW! X

I think I'll have to start doing that as I'm sometimes ravenous after a Satsuma sesh! X

That sounds lovely I've had a tin of crab since I started SW but not known what to do with it! Thanks! X

I use mine for alcohol but I am trying to be as careful as possible coz after a few alcohol syns those food syns are all the more tempting! X

I wonder how many pharmacists have been asked how many Syns are in their products! I did find myself thinking how many Syns in Lemsip before having one! X

I've often wondered why SW haven't gone down the meals route like WW but it's likely to be a lot cheaper for them to just recommend other company's products. Product launches are also horrendously expensive and they might decide that limiting their range protects their profits.

Hi! You can change between the three plans as often as you like but you have to have a night's sleep in between, so you can't start the day on EE and have a Red tea with your extra HEXs. I just stick to EE as I would find it difficult to syn things that are free on EE. Hope this helps. X

I'm currently trying to invent Syn Free Wine and Super Speed Cashews! I'll be a billionaire by the time i'm 30! :-)) x

You have to have 50 posts Rach. Have a great week! 2011 is going to be a good year! X

1/2 a lb gain tonight after Xmas so not as bad as I was expecting. Everyone was in class asking how much everyone had gained! Definitely a different vibe to the usual group! Good luck for 2011 everyone! X

I try to be the one to make suggestions so that I can err on the side of caution and go to Harvester, Nando's, Toby and other SW friendly places. (Harvester being my absolute fave!) Similar Nemesis, ordering a baked potato for the first time on SW and was petrified i'd get chips given to me...

Mince Pie ones are amazing and a great substitute for the real thing. Still can't beat Mint Madness though! I have one a day at work as my HEXB but don't have them when I'm not working so I won't get sick of them. Weekend HEXBs tend to be Bran Flakes or bread. Long live the HiFi! X

Hi Rach! I agree with Gail. Break it down and set mini targets so you don't overwhelm yourself. Good luck you can do it! Xx

Hello! I've been on EE for 6 weeks and lost 17lbs but dreading WI tonight! Put on 0.5lbs last week but know I'll have put on again tonight! We'll see!! Good luck everyone for post Xmas WI! X