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Absolutely loving the new pics!! How fantastic you must feel... Your such a wonderful inspiration... Can I come and live with you for two years so I end up looking like that please?! Ps adore the ink work xxx

Awww.... Was enjoying reading about the flirting and spark of potential romance!! Well done on your journey and more importantly keeping it off!! Don't write off the idea of meeting someone new..... I actually met my hubby via an online dating site... Granted there are lots of players, psychos...

Oh my god!!! yours is a truely inspirational story, I can't believe the difference in you!! Its incredible to read about someone so determined and losing such a vast amount of weight, but keeping going and actually becoming a different person at the end of it. I am (again) at the beginning of a...

Hey there...just though I would pop in to say goodbye and good luck to everyone. I've decided to call it a day with the diet as I'm not sticking with it and just have too much going on in my life to give up my emotional crutch at the moment. I'm gutted as i thought this time would be it...but...

Ok people, I have to admit at day 13 I am struggling with the whole no food thing. ( I had food binge on day 8 and 9 evenings, and not sure if ever got to ketosis , but did have 15lb loss week one) Here I am on my two yr anniversary with hubby feeling annoyed that I can't celebrate with...

Hi Sherbear I also felt quite sick at the beginning but it does pass so stick with it.!!! Xx

Not sure how but.....Honk :)

Had devastating news of a death of a very special person...something that would usually be an excuse to eat and I stayed 100% xx

Well done, wished I'd had you with me for my couple of days screw up!!! Hats off to you!! Xx

Terri that's brilliant!!! Well done you and look out budda, she's on her way to get you!! Xx

Thanks toots. Was such a shock... He was only 38, ran marathons and climbed mountains then got struck with the Vile and cruel disease Cancer. Mercifully it was quick, but I'm blessed that he was my first serious boyfriend. Makes you realise how fragile life is xx

Thanks ladies for your lovely, helpful comments. This day has gone from bad to worse as just found out my first love has died from cancer....he was only in his late thirties and the kindest person you could have wished to know...... So very sad

Well after a fantastic weightloss of 15lb in a week, I decided to eat like a pig for the next two evenings.... Which involved lying to everyone as they will be gutted. Definitely not in ketosis and not sure I ever have been as always felt hungry, deffo not just emotional hunger. So day two of...

I think this is really interesting as I've always wondered why I sabotage my efforts when I've done really well. As much as we all hate being overweight there is some strange deep rooted negative comfort to it. It's an excuse to not do things cause I'm too big/heavy/unfit. I can feel sorry for...

well done peeps!! i've had my best first week loss too....15lbs!!! yay!!! xx

thanks all...how? well to got from what i was shovelling into my face to what i've eaten in the last week its not suprising really!! plus i do have a **** load more to lose!!! :)

Thanks Jo :)

There was pizza and you chose chicken and prawns?????!!!!!! I think you are well on the road to success hon. Glad your little one enjoyed it too which is the main thing!!!! Well done for keeping it to a minimum !!! Xx

Well done you!!! Xx

....it's been a very long week but i've just had my first weigh in and I've lost 15lbs!!!! Woo hoo!!! 10%of the way there in a week!! :) X

Congrats.....got my first weigh in tomorrow morning after the longest week of my life!!!

Thanks peeps!!! It's stopping me from eating/drinking the packs!!! Unheard of!!! Lol hope I am in ketosis. As still hungry!!

I'm with you girls... The soups are a bit Ming. Mushroom he best yet to try the veg.... Good luck!!!! Xx

HONK for day 6!!! Longest week of my life!!! Xx

Just!!

Slinky, poor you Hun :( (hugs) I think its almost a grieving process to say goodbye to food. How you feel matters so you've really got to take care to nurture yourself through...... Carb addiction is a serious matter. Look how hard detox is for alcoholics/substance users..... It's no wonder you...

Ooooo throat and guts feeling quite acidy today? Anyone else had this? I'm on day six... It's making me feel sick!!! :{

Well done Jo!! Xx

Yep not quite as exotic as Seattle but sleepless all the same.... Which is not good when the alarm is due to go off in 90mins.... This is the start of day six for me and first day back at work for ages so not good!!!! Already gave up and went and waged and dried my hair at 4am.... Not quite...

I am totally with you in this!!! It's a choice we've made cause we feel like ***** yet it would be so easy to slip back into the old pattern... I'm led awake dreading work and wondering why I feel hungry on what is the start of day six!!! The p word is the route of all evil and my person...

Thanks ladies.... Can't sleep... Must be the minds eye reminding me of the pics!!! I know your right cause it's easy to forget how big you are /were. Well no bloody chance of that with these!!! Xxx

haha!!!

Yey to you Jo!! Glad you're feeling happier!!! Xx

Hey toots... What about things like flowers, posh bubbles for the bath, new book, hair cut etc....... ? :)

Honk!!!

Well done baby star and good lick this week. My goal is to get through this first week back at work and on the diet without blowing it( or killing someone) Got my first official weigh in on weds so that should help, but also hubby away overnight and that was always a binge trigger for me... Xx

ola...did you hear the sound of me thumping towards this post...sigh!!!

Hi All well it had to be done.... my before pictures and my god what a vile disgusting blob of human I've let myself become..... and thats at the end of day five where i know I've lost!!!! It explains a lot... the back pain, the foot pain..difficulty doing pretty much anything anymore, the...

That's amazing Jo!!!! Can't wait to see the pics!!! Woop woop!!! X

Hi peeps!!!

Jo you are such an inspiration to us newbies on here. You've done tremendously well with your weightloss so far and god knows it's not easy to stick with long term. I don't know your story well but it's sounds as if you've had a tough time with the job loss etc....... While to sore to move (...

Oh I love that "scales are for fish comment!!!" I'm so heavy at the mo my weight is s guesstamate as I've looped around them!!! Xx

Oh dear!! What happened????? X

Bugger!!!! And hello ladies!!!! Xx

Hi There!! I'm a day behind you!! Good luck with the WI x

He'd be rubbish for you Hun ... He's practically a vegan and can't deal with meat!!! Lol Oh that's interesting as it's so easy to fill up on potatoes as a vege and then end up looking like one !! Yeah keep in touch and good luck!! Xx

We're all obsessed with the scales!!! Put every pound helps and think how many might you have gained had you not started the diet? 8lbs is fab!!! Keep It up well done xx

Bless you!!! You were so excited that you couldn't read it properly!!! Love it!!! Have fun at your three classes!! Xx

Woo hoo!!!! Thanks Bernice!!! I never though a cup of stock would make me so happy lol xx

35g per 100g so they make it 1.7g a serving......... Xx

Can I use the miso bouillon??? It's a we have in the house!!!! X

Brilliant ladies!!! I too am a which time girl lol. I hope it's a big loss this time... Well done all of you!! Wish me luck for weds!!! X

Hiya Kat1e :) well you can imagine how i felt after a 2yr break lol!!! used to teach three classes a week and the odd workshop..but as i work FT it got too much.... Just starting with the one class at the mo but theres another 1 or 2 fighting to get out!! oooh good luck then ....found it a...

Sounds yummy!!! Xxx

Wow you're disciplined to wait that long blue butterfly!!! Amazing loss too!!! Xx

It's funny how everyones taste is diff.... Maybe it's cause my hubby made the mushroom one and he's a great cook lol!!! Xx

Thanks for sharing. We are all to quick to think of reasons why we can't do things.... This story helps put it in perspective ... xx

Thanks blue butterfly... It does seem so soon after just getting used to not eating!!!! I have the book, I need to read it properly!!!! Lol x

Good luck Hun... We must all be mad ... But it works if you stick to it... Xxx

Thanks for all the help!!! Xx

Lol... Love it!!!! X

Mummm now Worcester sauce sounds good... I have the vege version.. I wonder if that's ok to use? Xx Your a braver girl than me!!

Dobs I'm afraid the only suggestion I could give is to bin the tomato one!!!! Ha ha I actually found the mushroom one ok!!!!! Thanks for the tips peeps!! Xx

Lol!!!

that good eh???!

any pointers would be great as I'm struggling with the soups!!! :sign0137:

Hi There ...fellow bellydancer here!! Taught beginners for 4 yrs then split with ex, had complete whirlwind where I left the scene for two years but now I'm back and teaching beginners. one of the reasons I'm on here is because while I have always been a (and advocated for) plus size dancer, I...

Hi to all the exante gang!! Thought it would be fun for everyone to post what their weight loss was after their first full week on the diet...... I'm only on day four so have to wait until wednesday for mine, but would love to hear from you all!! :thankyou:

Jo you truely are the font of all knowledge!!! I didn't think i was that clueless but this site is a bit baffling to me!!! Their website is very limited so it's great to see that it works for so many on here xx

Thats really helpful Jen. thanks and good luck xx

Can't wait to start Zumba!! Glad you enjoyed it... I'm a bellydance Teacher so i love all sorts of music and the Zumba rhythms sound great.... beats going to the gym anyday!! x

At least you owned it...was it worth it? Lots of water...pretend its Vodka!! lol!!! xxx

What a beautiful dress!!!! i bet you look and feel amazing!! it's great to hear from some one that has got there despite having up's and downs...AND MANGED TO KEEP IT OFF WITH FOOD REINTRODUCED!!!!!! thank you for posting!!! xx

Well after hearing peoples stories on here I'm sure you've done the right thing...get determined for the first week and you'll be fine...sounds like you've already got well prepared. good luck x

I've really suffered with headaches and feeling woozy but just think that its working and it's all the s**t leaving your body!!! well done on resisting the bacon...that smell gets everyone...and Im a vegetarian!!! xx

ooooo can i join in!!! xx

Well done..so exciting to hear that the plan works..... I have to say this site is much more inspiring than the actual Exante site...why don't they have you lot on there as the success stories!!!! xxx

amazing start!!!!!! I hope mine is like yours....i have a very long road in front of me so can't wait to see what my first loss is. congrats and keep it up!!! xxx

Wow look at us all in January..all set to go!!! which month of the year are people looking forward to be slim for? xx

hahahah...well its those two flavours that i left until last so will see how it goes...i'm going for the mushroom a la *shanny* tonight!!! its really weird because with actual food i'm more of a savoury girl xxx

I have discovered vanilla shake with Cinnamon and ice this morning!! delicious!!! tastes like a bowl of cinnamon grahams and milk ...lol!! xxx

Really?, I think i'll try that one then....

Thanks Mini!! To be honest I'm still a bit unclear about and if i need to add a meal as only on day four, but want to try and get it right in my head so I can be prepared!! xxx

That's true... My hubby was laughing and said it's obviously working as it's the first time he's ever seen me leave food!!! Xx

Wow!!! That sounds much more realistic!!! Thanks for all your help ladies!!!! Xxx

Well done!!!! 9lbs is fab!!! Xxx

Hi ladies Deffo a fri night thing... I am also craving takeaway and eggs!!! Only day three for me and looks like I've only lost two pounds :( Better be bloody more than that for my WI on weds!!! Not sure I'm in ketosis yet... Prob all the pizza I stuffed on my last night of food!!!!! Xx

ha ha!!!! thankyou!!! do you all add a meal each fifth week..or have i got my wires crossed??? xx

Thanks peeps!!! just mid Thai Chicken.....bit better but i've never known a bowl of food last so long!!! xxx

Thanks Jo...you're like my personal counsellor today lol!!! x

is it not high in carbs??? that would be good as i do like quorn... i have also noticed a grand total of two recipies for vegies on the website!!! lol

WE CAN DO IT!!!! XXX

Great stuff!!! the best bit is you've already thought about it a planned a solution so when it comes to it you'll know what to do... good luck with all of it (and the presentation!!) and let us know how you get on! xxx

Thanks Joanne..... are any flavours better than others.....it seemed very 'milky'....

Hi there on day three and already wondering how I find high proteins as a vege for my add a meal week!! (is it true you have to do this ever fifth week???) all the advice seems to be chicken and fish which i don't eat... I also only eat very limited eggs... Please tell me there will be...

excellent advice from everyone (pizza is my demon too) hope they work for you...I'm a bit worried as Im a vegetarian (which includes not eating fish) so am wondering what the hell i will eat when i have to add a meal!!!! xx

I believe your ok as long as its a green leaf tea...I seem to recall being told that fruit teas are a no no... I definately agree ...the water has to be as cold as possible!!! xxx

So what was the outcome???? Pics??? how was the unveiling ofthe new you??? xxx

ooooo saddle sores!!!! Good luck with the cycling!! xxx

it is exciting to see that stick go pink though!! Not sure if i'm there yet...this is day three for me...as i've been ill and off work I've slept too much so not been drinking enough water.... I was going to buy the sticks off ebay...are they expensive from a chemist? xxx

Ok so i knew they weren't going to taste like Heinz but I had my first encounter with the tomato and basil soup last night...and it won!! yuk...forced several mouthfuls but could do it!!! I'm now scared all the soups will taste the same and that impacts on which box i get and the cost...... Any...

Hi there i used to do LL at nearly £70 a week i thought i'd never have the chance to do a VLCD again...but here we are...great value boxes...hope the soups taste better in time!! xx

Hi...good luck with it...how was the weigh in? xx

good luck!! I'm on day 2 with a killer headache but it will be worth it when you step on the scales and start shrinking in front of people!!! xx

Good luck. I think even though most of us are not happy with the weight we are, the thought of change can be scarey. But if we don't change, we will stay the same!!! xxx

i think the bars are the most convenient...i'm so disorganised for lunch that it will be a blessing to just grab one of them!!! I bet the chippy will close down with me on a diet!!! xxx

wooo hooo!!! I'm wishing it was next week for my first weigh in... hope its as fab as yours!! well done!! xx

ah, can you add tobasco or black pepper to the soups?...just tried my first one and couldn't eat it.....typical!!! xx

Sounds like a plan to me!!! xx

Oh thats really difficult..... make sure you have lots of water, take the advice above and cut lots of your food up and move around on the plate!! at least it will look like you've been eating ....then run like the wind to devour a bar or shake!!!xxx

ooooo i hope i catch the cleaning bug!! My flat is a tip!! xx

Day 2 and I'm with you on the headaches and the soups!!!! the bars are not so bad but can see me becoming a shake kinda girl!! xxx Good Luck

Well done!!!! and Good Luck xxx

glad I'm not the only one who is confused with the add a meal thing!!! after four weeks I'll only just be getting used to no food!!! Lol

Hi everyone!! thanks for your support and after tasting the tomato soup i think i'M going to need it!!!! Thanks especially Blue Butterfly!! thats really helpful ...and i love your tattoo!! xxxx

Hi Dubsndices!!! Thanks for the inspiration!! Xmas causes all sorts of probs doesn't it!!! ah well good thing is I get to avoid all my hubbys family birthday celebrations as i'm on this diet!! :) A silver lining indeed!! Good luck with your restart..I'm sure you'll be back in the swing of...

Hi There!! this is day two for me and man do I feel like s**t!!! headache and nausea but tough as I've been dying to start since Nov but thought too many celebrations in the way....so here I am...trying to work my way through the site (is it just me that thinks it's not that easy to navigate???)...

Hi Babystar!! I'm really rubbish on this site and trying to work out how the hell to use it!!! Thanks for the reply....glad to hear you are doing well on the diet! How much do you want to lose? I'm focusing on getting to 20st first..lol!! Love your profile...how the hell do you add a picture...

Hi there This is day two of what I pray will be the last diet I go on. I have the most awful headache and feel really sick but its not going to stop me. Any tips pr encouragement would be gratefuly received!!! Let me hear your Exante success stories as the website does not show many...

Hi Peeps i've just ordered the trial pack before commiting to the month supply.... been on both LL and CD in the past...did really well at LL first time with a 6.5st loss but stupidly put it all and more back on. Been diagnosed with PCOS which is not good for a newly married girly.. i'm really...

Hi there! im new on here and this is my first post. i have just ordered a trial pack for Exante as its sooo cheap...i have done the lighterlife (twice) and cambridge progs in the past. i lost over 6.5st on LL then put it all back on....... need to get my life in order and make it work this...