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Hi Wigglyworm, chickpeas are definitely free on Green and Extra Easy when you boil them or add them to a stew or something. Seems they're just not free roasted. I'll check at class to see how many points are in roasted, may still be worth it!

Thanks, Circes. That's a real shame, was quite looking forward to tucking into them! Just checked on SW website, and any other way, they're free - very confusing!

:welcome: Welcome back! I rejoined SW a couple of weeks ago, but first time I've been with Minimins too. It's made a huge difference, it's like willpower online! Good luck, let us know how you get on. :):)

My sister told me about roasted chickpeas as a healthy snack. Thought I'd try them as I miss peanuts. But when I started looking for a recipe, kept getting conflicting information about whether to Syn them or not. Does anyone know? :confused:

I have just realised where I've gone wrong in the past with SW - "Sneaky Syns"! The other day, hubby (Mr H) offered me some pistachios. Why not, I thought, they can't be that bad. I'd had about eight, then decided to check - half a Syn each - I'd just demolished four Syns-worth in a matter of...

Just had the haddock and pea risotto, and it was delicious! I couldn't get much haddock, so added some prawns as well. As hubby (Mr H) isn't keen on onion, left that out, but think next time I would add some chopped chives (bizarrely he likes them) and a squeeze of lemon right at the end. SW...

Could be that you're bloated with everything going on with your tum. The great thing about SW is that you can go off course and enjoy it without feeling guilty, so long as you get back on it as soon as you can. Like you've done just now, so you know you can do it! I am sure your Leader will be...

You poor thing! Diarrhoea on top of a stomach virus, you have really been going through it. Sounds like you needed a bit of "time out", but you've done the most important thing, and got back on the plan - so many times, I've thought "I've blown it now, might as well give up". Hope you're...

Thanks, Plumfoodie, that's really helped get me motivated, I've gone from a :( to a :)! Hope you enjoy your EE cooking. By the way, it's beef meatballs tonight, as the only turkey mince at the supermarket was obviously mixed meat, and TWICE the fat of Extra Lean beef mince - I didn't realise...

Hi there, hope you got on okay at weigh in? Just a pound off this week, bit disappointed as other than one meal that I Flexi-synned. Must stay motivated and focused!

Since rejoining two weeks ago, I've been making lots of lovely meals from the EE Cookbook. So far, I've made: Tuna and sweetcorn fritters Bacon and butternut squash risotto Honey-glazed pork chops Beef lasagne Have previously made liver and bacon, and beef stew. They've all been...

Black and white is good xxx

Hi, I'm new, joined last week. It never entered my thoughts that there could be people who weren't genuine, why would you do that? I have a busy life, and make time for Minimins because even in the short time I've been here, the support I've had is amazing. All I can say is that the bumptious...

This may be five hours too late, but STOPPPPP!!!! I know we're not supposed to use shouty stuff on Minimins, but you're doing so well. Mr H took me out tonight for a lovely meal, lots of wine, a whisky etc. But the whole idea of SW is every now and then just let your hair down. That's what I...

Let me know how you get on. Have a great weekend xx

:bliss: Not only did I manage to go before weigh in (thanks to Celevac) but I also lost 4lbs! Absolutely delighted as that's taken me into the 11's. Even more determined to stick to plan again this week, although going out for dinner tomorrow night, so may give myself the night off... Thanks...

I'm weighing tomorrow, as I had a work thing on tonight (Wednesday's my usual day) so am going tomorrow instead. I have stuck to EE plan rigidly, so should be okay. I'll let you know! xx

Ooh ooh ooh! Just remembered something! Have a look at TK Maxx (they're online now too), I've got some lovely dresses and outfits from there before at a really reasonable price. xx

Hourglass, you lucky thing! How formal is the "do"? If it's not too "top hat and tails", could you get away with a pretty tunic top with an adjustable tie at the back, leggings and cute ballet pumps. Just thinking, with top and leggings hopefully you could get a bit more wear as you continue to...

SW EE butternut squash and bacon risotto, absolutely delicious and very filling. Yum.

Well done, that's a great result, even swapping pm for am, it wouldn't make that much difference. I agree with xxlisaxx, you need your HEX's. I remember I cut out my HEX's as I'm not a huge fan of milk and couldn't find anything HEXB that was wheat free or I liked - I gained! Couldn't believe...

Oh, honey, just had to send you a big, big, hug! :hug99: How comes when you are feeling at your lowest, everything just seems to go wrong. Keep smiling and think of all the good stuff you've got. You'll get there, especially with all of us on Minimins at hand to - hopefully - put a smile back...

Thanks, Circes, I recognise Easiyo now. I've got a Lakeland nearby, so I'll pop in and have a look when I'm next in town. Have a good week! :)

I've had three cups of peppermint tea today, and a large bowl of fresh pineapple (my secret weapon!). Cup of coffee next...:cross: I love this thread, it's great that we can share all types of subjects while sparing the blushes, thanks everyone!

Hi Lottie Lulu, chocolate pud sounds delicious, might try it mixed with fruit, and just two syns! I bought Onken fat free today and have just had it with fresh pineapple, and really enjoyed it, so thanks Cupofteapet. Circes, couldn't find Easiyo, where can you get it from? Have a good week...

You can get Celevac from any pharmacy over the counter without prescription - I got my last lot from Boots. If you look on netdoctor.co.uk, there's more information on it there. I was recommended it as it's better for IBS sufferers, as apparently senna and other buy-off-the-shelf products can...

Two weeks!!! I think I'd pop, I've not been for up to a week and feel dreadful, went to docs and she confirmed it was IBS + wheat allergy. While I can't say I'm particularly regular, I am a bit better now. Dehydration and stress tend to bung me up. Doc recommended Celevac, which bizarrely works...

Thanks for the tips, I'll try both! Roast chicken was very good, hubby hardly realises I'm on a diet (although he had "proper" gravy made with the chicken juices, and I had chicken Bovril). Finished off with SW Eton Mess (Total 0% mixed with sweetener, meringues with sweetener and strawberries...

:sign0144: Hello everyone! I'm looking for a bit of guidance on the best fat-free yoghurt to use for savoury and sweet Slimming World dishes? I have been using Total 0% Greek yoghurt for everything (from fajitas to eton mess), tasted okay, but it can be a little sour at times. Also, it's...

Hi, happens to me all the time. It could it be that you're not drinking enough water? If you're like me you and try to let as little as possible past your lips on WI day, you may be dehydrated, which can cause constipation. FYI, fresh pineapple always works for me! Sorry, overshare!!!

Hi Little Strawberry, I find that I end up having to go for a lot of gluten free stuff. My SW Leader gave me a list of gluten frees that you can have as HEXBs: Glutafin gluten-free: 57g fibre wheat/gluten free bread rolls 2 slices fibre loaf 2 slices fibre, part-baked loaf 2 slices white bread...

Thanks everyone. And especially hi to Jainw, great to know I'm not the only new girl! Two stone by Xmas - that's a pound a week so very achievable. Good luck, looking forward to seeing how we all get on. I've just had yummy mexican chicken casserole - syn free on Extra Easy and probably on Red...

Thanks, fingers crossed I can do as well as you have!

Okay, so that's that bit over with! Joined SW tonight, feeling really excited, especially now that I've also got support through Minimins. Current weight: 12st 3lb Goal weight: 11st 7lb Ideal weight: 11st The first time I did SW, Extra Easy had just been introduced and I thought I'd be...

Okay, so that's that bit over with! Joined SW tonight with my mate. Feeling really excited, especially now that I'm part of Minimins! SW Leader was great, said to keep my first goal realistic so I don't get let down if I don't get there straight away. Current weight: 12st 3lb Goal weight...

Speak to your SW Leader and show them your food diary - it's what they're there for! I remember first time I joined SW (this is my third time!) I didn't lose a single bean and was gutted as I'd had such a great result first time round. Turned out it was my * week, and was classed as a "week...

Okay, so that's that bit over with! Joined Huntingdon SW tonight with my mate. Feeling really excited, especially now that I'm part of Minimins. SW Leader was great, said to keep my first goal realistic so I don't get let down if I don't get there straight away. Current weight: 12st 3lb...

Thanks, gosh you really are a friendly bunch, I'm loving this - I actually can't wait to start my diet tomorrow - go figure! xx

Thanks very much, my first post, how exciting! You've done really well, such inspiration. Looking forward to SW, Minimins and a slimmer me! xx:)

Hello there, am I doing this right? I'm new to Minimins, but not to SW. Kept weight off for a while, but it's started to creep up, so have decided to go back to SW tomorrow. Have seen lots of positive stuff about Minimins, so thought I'd give it a go - I need all the support I can get! This...