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I am having an extremely extremely hard time with this currently. The problem tends to arise when I am home alone. My husband works continental shifts - so from 5am in the morning to 6pm in the evening or 6pm in the evening til 6pm in the morning. I get so lonely. The only thing I can put my...

I have been on both ends of the spectrum, overweight and underweight. My overweightness has been caused by binge eating and my underweightness was caused by addiction to exercise and not eating. I sincerely hope there is a way to diet after and eating disorder as that is exactly what I am...

Hi Ive recently restarted after a very rocky couple of months. My goal is 9 stone by New Year (33lbs). I too am healthy eating and exercising. I am following Clair Nasirs Boot Camp DVD 4 times a week. Shell

Starbucks skinny latte - they are my vice at the minute. I am trying to limit them to 1, maybe 2 a week.

How about a freddo (95 calories) or a milky bar (even less)? Starburst are also good value for calories at little over 100 for the whole packet.

In the past year I have gained almost 4 stone. In this time ALL my interests have gone, my friends have gone, my love for work has gone. Everything = GONE! I got married 12 months ago and was so happy, now 2 days after my wedding anniversary I am in tears. Married life is good, why cant I...

159.4lbs - long way from happy but a work in progress...

27 year old female, 5 foot 5, 12 stone

would you like mine?

All so similar here too.

I have just ordered a copy of the beck diet solution. How have you been finding it?

I was a larger than life teen. When I reached my mid twenties enough was enough. I slimmed from 14 stone something to just under 8 stone in seven months. I then split with my boyfriend of 6 years and gained 5 of those stones back. That May I went on the Cambridge diet until november and got...

Is there anyone that owns this DVD? Would you recommend it? It claims to burn up to 1000 calories. She is supposed to have lost 3 stone in 4 months by doing it 3-4 times a week. I have ordered my copy - hope it arrives in time for Monday!

Im in a similar place to yourself. I got married last year, in a size 6 dress. Honeymoon was heaven. From October I have been in a cycle of bingeing and purging and as such I have gained at least 3 stone (all of which I want to loose). I can eat until the cows come home; mainly when I am...

I would love to. I am off to New York on October 10th - the same reason I want to loose weight. 11 weeks today until I fly. Bring on the challenge.

All, I have a selection of DVDs that I am interested in getting rid of/recycling. Is anyone interested? I have The Biggest Loser New Year New You, Debbie Rush Bulge Buster, Nadia Flab to Fab and Natalie Cassidy Then and Now. Please PM.

I could really do with some local support!

The last few weeks on a whole I have been doing really well - last thursday and friday I binged immensely, but have made up for that and I feel that my goal by the time I fly to new york is achievable. I am back at work today after three days holiday - not good, work is what stresses me!

:-) Thanks Gina. Do you want to begin to text again? How are you doing?

Peter James novels are also good, along with Jo Nesbo too.

Right. My goals are set. 26lbs in the next 12 weeks is what I am hoping and working for. I am going to start rigidly Monday, but I am using the weekend as an ease in gently. While I would like to do a meal replacement program to retrain my thoughts I am unable to as my husband strongly...

Where are you from? In all fairness the difference in weight to loose doesnt bother me - I think it would help having the buddy there that understands what you should be doing, how you should be achieving and what you should be avoiding. How old are you?

Is there anyone in Hereford or the surrounding areas that would like to buddy up? Its tough going it alone.

Is there anyone in Hereford or the surrounding areas that would like to buddy up? Its tough going it alone.

What is your motivation? I want to look gorgeous/sexy/slim for my husband to be proud of me I want to fit back into my size 8 wardrobe I want to feel good I want to be able to do all the things I could do when I was 8 Stone and not lack confidence I just have to beat the bingeing and regain a...

what rating is the superfood salad with chicken?

What do you do and how much? are your loses good?

why not purchase the ready meal? there is a beef lasagne.

I agree totally. Life is far too short for dieting. Far too short for beating yourself up over too many points or not enough water. So what if your not a perfectly healthy weight?! I think too many people, including me, obsess over weight too much. Heres to healthy eating and exercise! We...

I agree with frozen grapes!

i find things like chicken kebabs from the chip shop (with no sauce), the salad delis from McDonalds (with no sauce) and the veggie delite from subway (no cheese or sauce and on wheat) tends to be the best options for me. Would everyone agree that these take aways arent too unhealthy?

does this mean the starbucks lattes are ok too?

will it help to control binges?

I am trying to establish what to try and what is likely to work.

I am 5 foot 6, currently 10 Stone 10 and looking to become 8 Stone 7 as soon as I can (16 weeks?!). I know this is a low target. Would weight watchers work for me?

I have a couple of questions: Do you have to be overweight to do atkins? Are yogurts allowed? Has anyone tried Dukan and found it hasnt worked whereas Atkins has? What can weight loss in 14 weeks be? Are there any cerals that can be eaten? THanks in advance.

what are starbucks venti skinny latte values?

Yesterday didnt quite go to plan. But, I did fit in an hour workout in the evening and a half an hour walk at lunch time. The exercise made me feel better. Anyway today. I have had some porridge made with oatbran and wheatbran and skimmed milk. For lunch I have two slices of ham, some salad...

Most of you are aware of me. I am a compulsive eater. I can diet for a few days - do perfectly well, but then I will end up having huge binge days. The days go so far out of control. I eat and eat and eat. Then I will cry and cry. I need to do something about it. I need to learn to respect...

I cant do this. I am so weak. I need help!

Anyone had gym membership prescribed on the NHS?

I am struggling. Struggling to get motivation. Struggling to diet. Struggling to exercise. Struggling to prevent binge eating. How is this cycle ever going to end?

Despite the amount of times I have tried to diet the past year I just cant seem to stick to it. Do you find your head has to be in the right place for dieting to be a success? Does anyone have any tips as to how to get my head in the right space?

Today I am 10 Stone 5. My goal is 8 Stone. Is this achievable with a combination of diet and exercise within 17 weeks? 34lbs is possible with 2lbs per week and I have 32lbs to loose. Do you think this goal is realistic enough? What would you be aiming for?

I have 17 weeks until I fly. I am hoping most of my weight can be gone by then. Feel free to pm me. :)

What value is on the chicken salad deli?

What options are the best at fast food outlets? At McDonalds I like the chicken salad deli with no sauce At Subway I love the veggie delite on the wheat bread At Starbucks I just have to have the skinny lattes (my love!)

I swear by the Hannah Waterman DVD. Just need to start doing it again to get the weight off.

Im Lil_Mrs_Sunshine. Im finding it hard to get to 1200 calories a day!

freddo frog

Is anyone on 1200 calories a day? If so can you post your menus for a couple of days please so I can see what I should be eating... Today I have had 30g oatbran with skimmed milk. I have a tine of tuna in water with a boiled egg and a muller light toffee for lunch. For tea I am planning some...

Is 2 stone in 17 weeks a realistic target for the plan?

How many pro points is a starbucks venti skinny latte?

Which plan would you advise for a complete newbee looking to loose at least 2 stones?

No blackberry no.

Buddies with about 2 to 2.5 Stone to loose required. My aim is to loose as much as I can healthily in 18 weeks. Text, email - apply within....

I have been stabilising using the principals of low carb for the past couple of days. I have, ideally, two and a half stone to loose. Would starting Induction result in any form of big loss for me?

My challenge for myself. I have two Stone and 6 pounds to loose. So, on average 2lb a week is 8lb a month, my aim is to loose a stone in 6 weeks. According to plan on 18th July I should weigh 9 Stone 6lbs. Does anyone want to join in?

Is it ok to return and join you guys here in the healthy eating forum?... I have had a rocky couple of months, but today I am determined to restart and continue for the better. My plan for today: Breakfast - Oatbran porridge made with skimmed milk & Coffee Lunch - 100g cottage cheese, half tin...

I've decided to pursue a different approach. I am going to focus on my binges and try to eliminate these before attempting to loose weight with such a diet. I think once the binges are gone I will be good. I have read that at times forums that focus on weight and obsessing over weight can...

As many of you already know and will be aware my name is Shell and I have been on the forum for a good couple of years, albeit with different usernames. I am 27, married and have an eating disorder. I am looking for the best method in which I could loose weight, while being healthy and...

I have days when I binge and days when I do well. I find I binge more when I am lonely/bored and then at times it is uncontrollable. How do you stop it?

Sorry I didnt see this before I posted. PV on Thursday.

Two chicks? I cant see the powdered whites being as good for making thing like omelette, how would that work?

I shall plan to PP until saturday. This would give me 5 good days.

Does anybody use liquid egg white? Where do you purchase it from?

I am indeed. Long may it continue. How many days attack/pp would you recommend this time around? I was thinking 4 or 5.

really makes me want to kick myself. We started at almost the same date with the same weight to loose. I binged bad last week and its set me back majorly. Dont do it Jess, it isnt worth it. Fight the impulses! I so wish I had fought harder :(

sincerely hope so. I weighed this morning and the scales say 10 Stone. So I have 2lbs left to loose to be where I was last Monday.

The morrisons own brand that I purchased contain no nutritional information. As it is a spice I am making the assumption it is ok to use. Would it be better to use fresh garlic?

Are these allowed for flavouring?

Monday is good because it is a new week, a new mission, a new goal. I have a four day week. This week is going to be a success.

I shall be taking an electric fridge box with me. Will keep things like my yogurts, eggs and chicken cold. My only fear is the included breakfast that is free. I have asked for a copy of the menu and whether they provide for special requirements. I shall post it once I receive it.

I dont have an additional support group. I must say this morning I am feeling positive. Determined to achieve. The only slight fear I have is a weekend away, this weekend. The hotel we are due to stay at serve lots of options for breakfast. I just hope I can find something Dukan friendly/low...

We all have slip ups. I have had a major one in the past week. I am finding it is learning to deal with the problems behind the slip ups that make them worth it.

I shall return. Returning after a huge off the rails blow out session of binge eating. This binge eating lasted four days. Today I weigh what I started. I am gutted, but it is only myself I have to blame for the gain. For all of you that haven't guessed yet I have eating issues. I have had an...

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so basically the advice would be to not have them? I seemed to manage my attack period fine while drinking them. I always do try to make sure that on the starbucks day, one at a weekend, I have limited other milk. A grande is 16 oz and a regular is 12 oz - maybe I should move down to the regular?

So on days when I have my Skinny Latte in starbucks (20fl oz - 590ml) I should really be avoiding all other milk for the day except for my 100ml with my oatbran?

I must say I like the idea of a 4pp 3pv at the weekend.I have been trying to do one PP then one PV.

What is the totally milk allowance for a day in cruise? Am I correct in thinking it is a pint?

Pefectly clear has some nice low carb flavours, like the red apple. I think that one comes in sparkling or still - its what kept me going when I was doing Cambridge sole source.

Yes just a couple of PP's to set me going again and hopefully shed these unwanted pounds. I was thinking 3, maximum of 4. Then straight to my veggies days. I might take a walk to Tesco tonight while hubby is still at work and try and find some lean mince to make into a couple of burgers.

Stresses, strains and boredom triggered it. I have a history of reaching for the wrong things at these times. With Dukan I managed 20 days before this happened. I am hoping tomorrow I will start on the straight and narrow again; eating more than before. My plan is to have my oatbran with milk...

Yesterday ended rather horidly. I went completely off the rails and off track. I am drawing a line under that attempt and am starting a fresh tomorrow morning. I am going to start from the attack stage again.

I have a fairly active job, most of my day is up and down stairs and along corridors, but I dont do anymore exercise than this and the recommeded amount per day - just the walks.

Do you think I should do more exercise than the recommended walks?

I had a problem with constipation for the past few days. I added a tablespoon of wheatbran to my oatbran porridge this morning - should this get me moving again? How long should it take?

So, if for instance I added a few chicken pieces to lunch time? I find it hard to eat too much as I am just not hungry. Or should I be eating say a tin of tuna with my yogurt and egg at lunch?

If I switch from a low carb diet to a healthy eating low fat diet would I experience a huge weight gain initially?

Do you think I am eating enough? Not enough? What should I be varying?

Im finding I am asleep most nights by 8pm. I tend to get extremely tired during the day. What am I doing wrong compared to everyone else?

Friday 6h May - PV Breakfast: Oatbran & Milk Lunch: Muller Light vanilla & boiled egg Dinner: Chicken breast spread with quark and sprinkled with paprika & brocolli Saturday 7th May - PP Breakfast: Oatbran & Milk Lunch: Muller Light toffee Dinner: Chicken breast spread with quark and...

What exercise do you partake in and how often?

Did I understand right that you work in IT management? Thats quite cool, I work as a Senior ICT Support Technician in a secondary school. It is definately a male dominated area. I would so love to move up the ranks but at the moment I am struglling toget the enthusiam to study any more! Glad...

On days that I do have my Venti Skinny Latte I dont have any other milk. Thursday 5th May - PP Breakfast: Oatbran & Milk Lunch: Muller Light toffee & boiled egg Dinner: Chicken breast spread with quark and sprinkled with paprika

Sounds good to me! =D Nice to meet you.

I only have access to the internet at work. Therefore I am looking for other Dukaneers in the same position that wanted to buddy up. Maybe in the form of texting. Anyone interested?

The chicken and bacon grilled salad from McDonalds claims to have low carbohydrates and low fat - would this be Dukan friendly minus any sauce. Subway - they do salad bowls with a choice of meat (chicken breast, ham). I am guessing these could be tweaked so that they are Dukan friendly too...

Day 16 of the Dukan diet and I am only just starting to publicise a diary. I thought it would be useful for me to have other members input into my eating pattern and meal ideas in order to make my stay with Dukan as easy and friendly as possible. I know my menus might seem a little bland, boring...

Can it be done in small quantities throughout the day? I am on my feet almost all day at work. I work in a school providing technical support.

I have read that you are only recommended to eat 2 portions of fish per week. I have been eating it almost every other day. Is this going to cause me harm?

If you dont find time to fit in a half an hour walk into your daily tasks what do you do instead? Is 30 minutes stepping equivalent? I think there are some days that I might find it difficult to complete a 30 minute walk after/before working hours. Are other forms of exercise allowed? Please...

What sweetners are allowed? Is splenda? Im guessing the lowest carb and lowest fat contents are the best and acceptable ones?

Are any fruity teas fine?

I do need to adjust a few things. Like my ticker and my statistics.

I have followed attack for 10 days and am now into cruise. I have done two PV days and this is the second PP day. I have just purchased the book today. I did a lot of research on the Internet before I started but now I am starting to questions certain items such as Paprika as a spice. Is that...

The yogurts are definately going to be coming with me. I think maybe some boiled eggs, tin of tuna and some cooked chicken will be too. We are only going for three days. There will be two PP days and two PV days. I really dont want to be going off plan this early into the start of the diet...

Over the last ten days I have been putting one in the freezer the night before I want to eat it. By getting out when I get up I have a slightly thawed icecream waiting for me at lunch time. I love my yogurts. Quark is another nice one too.

I am due to go away at the end of May (20th) to the Lake District with my husband. Much of this will involve eating out. I am hoping to take a yogurt for each day with my oatbran for breakfast. Is there anything particular on menus I should be looking at eating?I am guessing chicken salads...

Lil Mrs sunshine would like to weigh 9 stone 7 by the end of May. If more is acomplished then so be it!

Brilliant, thanks for the information. I have about 5 in my fridge that are out of date on the 5th. Been buying the toffee and vanilla ones while they are on offer in morrisons. 10 for £2. Bargain!

I know the vanillan and toffee flavours are permitted but are the vanilla with chocolae sprinkles and orange with chocolate sprinkles flavours permitted?

Are there any shop bought sweets that are dukan cruise friendly?

Should you really be doing this if your BMI is under 25?

When I heard they were splitting up and on their last tour ever I was so happy that we went to see them in December!

Nee, if you are skint why dont you try something like Dukan. It uses regular food that is high protein and low carb. The only thing special you need for that is oatbran and that is 99p per bag, but lasts for weeks and weeks!

Snap. Diet = failure always.

I have decided not to pursue Dukan. I have lost weight successfully before by healthy eating and exercise and this is what I am going to be doing once again. Thanks for all your input. Especially to Maintainer - you have helped me a lot. I dont want to spend the rest of my life yoyoing up and...

The website recommends 4 days of attack. I have just sent you a PM - I hope you dont mind. I'm looking for a little advice. =)

What is the difference between Oat Bran and Wheat Bran? Is it the same thing? Can either of these be used?

It is my first day of attack today. I am feeling strong and ready to start this. I spent ages yesterday boiling eggs that my father in law had given me. For breakfast this morning I had a nescafe gold blend coffee made with skimmed milk. Porridge made with the 1.5 tablespoons of oatbran mixed...

I am starting attack today too. I have had my 1.5 tablespoons of oatbran made with water for breakfast. I have a muller light vanillan and an egg for lunch. Probably have some cottage cheese for tea.

Thanks for your support. I am looking firstly at getting to my 9 Stone 2 and I will go from there.

In either Case I have a stone and 12lbs I could loose. I am going to plan to start attack on Monday for 4-5 days.

Yep, true weight at 9 Stone 2lbs. What rate of carbs is required for ketosis? Did I see somewhere that Dukan is under 20g daily?

I wish to shed at least 2, maybe 2.5 stones. Is this a good way to achieve this? Should I be looking at the dukan diet or would you recommend healthy eating and exercise?

Am I correct in thinking that exercise is off limits during the attack phase? Is this all forms of exercise? Running/Cycling/walking?

can you do it for longer than they recommend? Are there any benefits for doing it longer? I did CD about 2 years ago now and lost 3 stone on that in a 4 month period. I am hoping Dukan can work for me. How long will it take to loose about 3 stone?

With the weight I wish to loose (3 stone) how long should I be in attack for? I am 5 foot 6 and 11 stone.

http://www.mysupermarket.co.uk/tesco-price-comparison/Porridge_And_Muesli/Tesco_Whole_Foods_Oatbran_500g.html So, my question would the above product be adequate as oatbran or does it have to be official Dukan OatBran?

I am going to be starting the Attack Phase soon, hopefully Monday for as many days as I can, probably 10. I have 42lbs to loose. Is OatBran the same no matter where you buy it from? Could I use the Tesco own brand? Is it the same as the Jordans Wheat Bran or does it have to be OatBran...

What plan are you following now?

This is something I agree with. I might force myself to only do once a week on a Friday or a Monday. It really isnt the right way to start the day. Lets hope tomorrows isnt as dreaded as I think it will be. I'm thinking 148lbs - hoping a lot less though!!

I decided last night to start journalling. It helped - felt awful through the night and now. I spoke with husband briefly at 3am when he got in from work; going to negotiate the extra day exercise a week - making 5 days out of the 7. Hopefully this will help with bigger losses and less...

Thanks for all your help guys. ~I'm going to have a chilled day today and start a fresh chapter tomorrow.

I am struggling big time at the moment. One day Im eat eat eat, the next I'm grazing like a bird. I think I need to stabilise - get regular, constant meals, focus on not overeating and not undereating. I think from tomorrow morning I am going to have three meals a day. Good meals. All the...

So ur saying a low calorie diet could be a better option?

Yes it was meant to read 2-3. How much exercise is recommended? I was looking at a meal replacement porridge as I love my cereals and these seem to have the lowest carb content? about 5-8g per sachet?

Some of you may have seen me pottering about the forum, healthy eating section mainly o perhaps the VLCD section. I am looking to loose 35lbs - ideally as quick as possible but as long as it goes gradually I will be pleased. When I get motivated I can go for days on low amounts of food...

A 10-12 at the moment. Most of my clothes are 8's and I really do need to loose this 28lbs to make them fit again!

Of course you can!

Alex, that is perfectly fine with me. What way are you loosing?

Welsh Girl - I am struggling to at the moment - very badly. I am putting on. I want to start a fresh. How about we do it together - be strong with one another. Think of it as a life change not just for the sake of loosing weight. Ideally I have two stone to loose - probably more now I have put...

I am contemplating upping my calories - maybe to doing something low carbohydrate and high protein. I am not quite sure yet. I am going to keep posting.

Redbreast Nemesis The Devils Star The Redeemer The Snowman The Leopard All first class reads - there were two more - dont think they were ever translated? (the batman and cockroaches).

I have decided to stop posting what I eat. Mainly due to criticism, but also because I dont want to get too obsessive and addicted to it this time like I did the last time around. My first aim is to be 9 stone by May 20th - when I go away for a weekend. My ultimate goal is to be 8 stone by my...

Good on ya Nee. I have been tempted to try Exante, but I think the truth is my husband wont be too happy with me if he found out. I am doing it this time through healthy eating and exercise - the only way I can. I am aiming 4 times of an hour a week. We can both get our goals. You 13 stone...

Friday ****** B - Branflakes & Decaff coffee L - Apple & Muller Light Yogurt D - Vegetable Soup S - Sugar Free Polos E - Hannah Waterman 80 mins Saturday ********* B - Branflakes & Decaff coffee L - Apple & Lettuce & Beetroot D - Peas S - Sugar Free Polos & Starbucks Venti Latte E - Debbie...

Thursday ********* B - Branflakes with Decaff Coffe L - Apple & Muller Light Yogurt D - WW Ocean Pie S - Sugar Free Polos E - 80 mins DVD

Tuesday ****** B - Branflakes & Decaf coffee L - Apple & Muller Light Yogurt D - 200g Mixed Peppers S - Sugar Free Polos Wednesday ******** B - Branflakes & Decaf coffee L - Apple & Muller Light Yogurt D - Chicken Soup S - Sugar Free Polos Exercise: 80 minutes I had a bad...

Monday ********* B - Branflakes with Decaf coffee and semi-skimmed milk L - Apple and Muller Light Yogurt and a hot blackcurrant D - McDonalds Chicken Salad Deli without the chicken tomato and cheese and a hot blackcurrant S - Grapes & Sugar free polos

Monday ********* B - Branflakes with Decaf coffee and semi-skimmed milk L - Apple and Muller Light Yogurt and a hot blackcurrant D - 200g Mixed Peppers and a hot blackcurrant S - Sugar Free Polos, Frozen Grapes My head seems to be so much more with it now than it ever has before. I have 4...

Friday ****** B - Branflakes & Decaf coffee with skimmed milk L - Apple & Muller Light Yogurt D - Ocean Pie S - Sugar Free Polos E - Hannah Waterman DVD Saturday ********* B - Branflakes & Decaf coffee with skimmed milk L - Apple & Muller Light Yogurt D - Steamed Salmon & Salad & Hot...

Welcome! Your just over the border from me - Herefordian here. Good luck with your efforts, this is a fantastic site for support - all you could need and when you need it. =)

I exercise 3/4 times a week for 80 minutes.

Thursday ********* Breakfast - Branflakes & Decaf coffee Lunch - Muller Light Yogurt & Apple Dinner - Tub Mushy Peas & Hot Blackcurrant Snack - Sugar free polos & Starbucks Venti Latte (half froff) Exercise - 4km walk at slow pace Feeling really motivated and positive. Thursday is normally...

Now thats an awesome idea!

Wednesday ************ Breakfast - Branflakes & Decaf coffee with skimmed milk Lunch - Apple, Carrot and Muller Light Yogurt & Hot blackcurrant Dinner - McDonalds Chicken Salad Deli without sauce, chicken & tomato Snack - Starrbucks Venti Latte & Sugar Free polos Exercise - None I am quite...

Four packs is better than food. Come on Nee!

I started Leopard Monday night - already half way through it. It is DEFINATELY one to read - worth the extra money. It has got me hooked. Keep reading thinking whats going to happen next =)

Shazzabir: 24hrs -8.5hrs comp - 15.5hrs to go Gina_B: 36 hours - 34 hrs comp - 2hrs to go great things - 25rs total - 10 1/2hrs done - 14 1/2 hrs to go Lil_Mrs_Sunshine - 24 total - 10 hours 40 complete

This time when I reach goal I am going to be getting a tattoo. One of a symbol that motivates me through the tough times, along with my wedding date and my husbands name. The last time I reached goal I bought new clothes, I still have these clothes so it will be a treat to be able to wear them...

Tuesday ******** Breakfast - Bran Flakes & Decaf Coffee with skimmed milk Lunch - Apple, 100g salad, Muller light yogurt & Decaf Coffee with skimmed milk Dinner - Chicken Soup & Hot Blackcurrant squash Snacks - Sugar free polos Exercise - Hannah Waterman Body Blitz DVD

I know from experience how hard it is to get back on track after a binge. Well done on achieving it! Keep up the good work.

Female Age 27 Height 5 foot 6 Weight 10 Stone 3 Can someone work mine out please?

Monday - 143lbs ***************** Breakfast - 30g bran flakes & Decaf coffee with skimmed milk Lunch - 100g Salad, Royal Gala Apple, Muller light yogurt & Fruit Tea Dinner - WW Beef Hotpot & Coffee Snack - Grapes & Sugar Free Polos Exercise - Hannah Waterman Body Blitz DVD

Cadburys Freddos and Fat Free Marshmallow Twists have always been a friend to me in the past. Frozen grapes help me too.

Are you taking any form of exercise? What is a typical meal plan for you?

I switched back to my Hannah Waterman DVD last night. 80 minutes of sweat. Its what I like. 4 times of that a week should produce some weight loss shouldnt it?

I have been doing 4 times a week.

I too have only really started exercise again in the last couple of weeks. Mine has consisted of the Debbie Rush Workout. I have a copy of the Hannah Waterman DVD that I used last time to loose all my weight. I think I will be returning to this one this week as I expected more than 4lbs loss in...

My BMR is supposed to be 1460 - what should I be dropping this to in order to loose weight?

1lb this week. In all fairness I am a bit disappointed. I was 141 on Thursday morning, now I am 143.... I havent eat above calories for the days. All I can think is that it is muscle weight?! Push harder for next week though I guess.

Im vain; definately appearance - although the scales do dictate my life a fair bit. Always have and i think they always will.

well done nee :o) You sure are back on track now!!

I have a couple of fitness DVDs I am going to put onto Ebay. One is the Jillian Micheals Banish Fat Fast - 5 minute fixes, the other is Clair Nasir's Boot Camp. If anyone is interested drop me a PM and I am sure we will be able to arrange something.

doing very well this week so far. i have spent the last two days in London. husband took me to see boyzone at the O2. we spent the remainder of the two days continue our sight seeing. we saw the bbc tv studios, qpr's ground, west hams uniteds ground and chelseas ground. i am in a much...

3lbs down this week.... looks like half a stone in 2 weeks could be possible. Heres to another good week.

The only reason I ate so little was due to the bigger binge I had earlier on in the day.....

Hey Nee, how have you been doing?

I'm just hoping I can undo all the damage in the next few days and weigh on Monday at least at an even keel....

I tend to find I have good and bad days with water. When I am at work I will sit with a litre bottle on my desk. I normally get through two of these, sometimes a little more. I will drink a cup of warm water in the morning, and a couple in the evening as I am preparing a meal. I think I need...

Did have a particularly good morning yesterday, so i skipped lunch and had a bowl of mixed peppers with some sliced carrots for tea. Afterwards I did my Debbie Rush's DVD, really enjoyed it. Today has started off really well. I've had a coffee and 6 table spoons of bran flakes with...

At the moment I just think I need a set plan and something I can stick to rigidly like glue. The last time I was in this state I followed a VLCD (CD). I had an obese BMI then, was verging 13 stone. I dont want to follow such a scheme again, and cant (BMI isnt permitted, wages dont permit...

The passing of time isnt going to carry me the way I am anymore. I *am* going to change and this time it is going to be permenant change. For life. This will be the third time I will have dieted to goal, but this time I am going to get there and stay there - third time lucky! =) a very...

How many calories do you all take in a day? Do you always eat all of your calories?

Hi I'm sure you can get back on track. I too have been off the rails since about October and I am paying for it now. Can I join your little challenge in loosing a stone in 6 weeks? This would take me to 133 and I would be extremely happy with that.... What kind of exercise do you take? =)

Do you believe that for every restricted day there is a binge day? I want to end my bingeing days for good. I have dieted twice, got to my goal weight and beyond twice, binged twice and twice ended up where I started. Today has already spiralled out of control, just like last night. I think...

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Thanks for the examples. Today I weighed 147lbs. Ive eaten Bran Flakes with water, an apple, 3 carrots and 100g of cottage cheese and 2 custard creams. I have also consumed a packet of sugar free polos. I want to do this. I want it to last. It is going to last. I am going to consume...

I am admitting I have a problem and am willing to take advice. What is considered as a healthy menu for someone wanting to loose some weight?

Dinner last night was vegetable soup. I had about 6 custard creams and two pieces of carrot cake after tho - why cant I stop my binges?!

Tuesday - 148 ********* Breakfast - porridge made with water Lunch - Apple, boiled egg, carrots Dinner - Any ideas why I should have gained 1lb overnight?

Oooo, I heard about half a grapefruit a morning, but never warm lemon juice. Could be worth a try.

Miss try - did you attempt this diet? What were the results? I must say I didnt try it.

Come on Nee, stick with it. You can do it! You know where I am if you need support. Just think of the wedding, think of the dress, think of the suprised faces. = D

husband has got us tickets to see Lee Evans in October and Lee Nelson in November. I have always been a huge Jack Dee fan.

I have had a good couple of days. Saturday, sunday and yesterday. Up to Sunday I had lost 2lbs, but this morning after doing a DVD last night I have put the weight back on. I know this isnt due to the food as I havent eaten 3500 calories worth in a day! Amy do you want to use email...

Thanks Aline - I am sure i will. TBH I will be comfortable with 8 Stone 7 - 9 Stone.

Saturday - 149 ********* Breakfast - porridge made with water Lunch - Boiled potatoes and baked beans Dinner - Mixed Peppers Sunday - 149 ******** Breakfast - porridge made with water & a coffee Lunch - Apple, carrots & roast potatoes Dinner - Tin Chicken Soup Monday - 147 ********...

I am going to aim for 8lbs this month - if you dont mind me joining in? =)

For our anniversary the husband and I are off to Scotland for a week. I want to be at goal weight for this date - it gives me about 5 months - i think it should be possible. Ultimate reward is our honeymoon - we are using our wedding money to go to New York at christmas! =)

May 2008 - 14 Stone December 2008 - 8 Stone May 2009 - 13 Stone August 2010 - 7 Stone February 2011 - 10.5 Stone I am in the same boat. This time is the third and my final time. This time is going to be third time lucky. I am going to get to goal and stay there.

Are you exercising too?

In all fairness your BMI target isnt much more than mine.....

I accept from the statistics that I am at a healthy weight for my height, but I am sincerely NOT happy with it.

What is the best choice for a low carb cereal? Would it be better to purchase special low carb oatmeal?

I've got a feeling - Black Eyed Peas.

Sounds awesome. We got married last August too. we were planning a summer safari this year but instead changed our minds for a new york trip closer to christmas. I have never been abroad or flown!! You'll have to let me know what its like!

I have seen Stereophonics twice, Cheryl Cole, Black Eyed Peas, Faithless and Example at the O2. Greenday at Wembley Stadium. I am due to see Boyzone at the O2 (in a fortnight!!) Katy Perry in Cardiff, Blink 182 at the O2, The Foo Fighters in Milton Keynes, Lee Evans at the O2 and Lee Nelson at...

I am seeing Katy in Cardiff on the 1st April!!!! =) Thanks to my gorgeous hubby! I like Cheryl Cole and Fight for this love, also the Black Eyed Peas and Micheal Jackson's Man in the Mirror.

Loosing 2 stones would make me 119lbs - in the healthy range for my height I believe. I am just under 5 foot 7 - probably 5 foot 6 and a half so this half an inch is taken in board too.

To begin with I just want to reach 126lbs - I would be happy at that for a little while. I dont think I could handle the stress of seeing the scales rise to 11 stone, 12 stone... How much do people gain during pregnancy?

I had an imported Honda Integra Type R. 210bhp as standard. She roared. I called her Nessy. Selling her was a mistake!

I would like to loose a little to make the baby weight gain not impact on me too much mentally. Everyone gains while they are pregnant dont they?

The challenge is going to start on 28th February. I am going to attempt to shred 2 stones in 3 months..... Wish me luck! =)

I have read a couple and I am liking them all. =)

I have just ordered Clair Nasirs. I have Hannah Watermans that I used quite a bit. I bought Debbie Rush's one too. it looks good. I am going to try it for the next few days while I wait for Clair Nasir. Cant wait to get started now...

The gym is forbidden for me - by the husband - so I am having to use fitness DVDs. In all fairness I dont mind so much, can exercise in the confort of my own home, without people watching and thinking I am like a whale dancing! Saves me money too in the long run!

I am planning to calorie count and exercise. I have jsut ordered the Clair Nasir dvd. I have the Debbie Rush one and the Hannah Waterman one too. I think I am going to do a combination of these three or four times a week. I am hoping to be at goal for my anniversary in August at the very...

Well done for getting back on the wagon. I need to. I plan to start tomorrow. Any advice for me?

I too am willing to admit to being a real big struggler. I know what I want to do, I know what I need to do, I know how to do it. It is just a matter of getting started. I am starting tomorrow - going strong this time. I will get what I want, this time for good.

Can you give an example of a low carb day?

Indeed Niki_a - how do you plan to do it this time around?

Is anyone willing to share their daily food intake for a low carb diet? To be in ketosis I am guessing you need to limit the amount you intake?

Hubby took me to see Yogi Bear last night. Havent laughed so much in ages. A classic disney remake. I am so glad they are keeping the stories the same! I cant wait for the Winnie The Pooh remake!

I am a liverpool wifey. Although my main love is Hereford United. Come on Bulls!! =D

Yes I have, all fantastic. I have the leopard to start soon! I like Peter James novels too. Quite thrilling and edge of the seat kind of stuff.

Due to the past. I want to be able to exercise for an hour a day. It used to make me feel so so good. I just took things a little too far. I am going to discuss the situation with him tonight and see what he says about it this time around. Still, if Lynn can do it without exercising it has to...

Very true. Your an inspiration Lynn. I wish to loose about 2 stones by the summer, do you think this is achievable?

For me it is my wedding photographs and honeymoon photos. Would love to be there again. Aiming for anniversary.

I think this would be the answer I am looking for to end my dieting wooes.

How do you make yourself stay motivated enough to loose all the weight that is required?

Thought it would be good to have a thread that stated some low calorie snacks or meals that we could swap and share. Snacks: Freddo for the chocolate moments, sugar free hartley jelly pots, muller light yoghurts, weetabix cereal bars.

What is classed as the healthiest BMI to have when pregnant? I am trying to decide if I need to loose some weight before my husband and I start to make a family.

What are the pros and cons? Would anyone recommend one?

I started the devils star by Jo Nesbo. My hubby bought me the leopard for valentines day. I am bombing through devils star in order to be able to start on the new one. I cant wait!

I have decided not to try this but to maintain healthy eating and exercise (will cost less in the long run). Lynn, did I read that you lost all your weight without exercising? How did you achieve this?

I cant seem to find the motivation - I can go fine for about 3-4 days then I have a bad day.... It doesnt help that hubby wont let me exercise for more than an hour 4 times a week.

I would like to be 8 stone, ultimately 9 is my starting goal.

We can do it! Baby Steps. Day by Day. I'm with you on this.

No, but I do have the same binge eating problem. I ruined my diet (started friday) by binge eating last night and into this morning. I think I have to set and try and start a fresh tomorrow. Three meals a day - nothing more and nothing less - hopefully I will get them to total under 800...

Would it be possible to loose 2 stone in 3 months by following a healthy eating plan and exercising for an hour 4 times a week?

I hate it and the way it affects life so much. I can go three or four days really healthy and well balanced, then something will hit and I just have to binge and binge and binge. It makes me depressed. Would be so simple if I didnt have to eat. Part of me thinks adapting to a cambridge diet...

Do you want to try it together?

Are you going to try this?

I tend to find these type of diets impossible to follow with work... how am I supposed to grill a chicken breast and prepare toast at work for lunch? How much can you expect to loose if you follow the plan for 2 or 3 days? I've seen a 4 day diet that you can loose up to 18lbs on during the 4...

I wish to loose the same amount. I am going to calorie count. I have been since friday and I am already down 3lbs! =) We can buddy up if you like? Help one another along the way?

I think mastering self esteem and confidence is the trick to managing life and happiness. Nothing else should matter.