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Hi all, although Hi MK seems a little more appropriate! I am not going to disappear without saying so. So, "I'm going to disappear" I need another clear run up to the TS state and feel I need to end and close this chapter to help me start another. Being Day 42 after a shambolic 10 days makes...

What a weekend. But cannot post a thing!! Think I may be barred for life if I did!! Estimated weight loss this week...... + 3st!!!!

Absolutely agree with MK. Keep your chin up. Don't ever let anyone hurt you this way. There is too much joy and abundance to let those who build themselves on abuse of others be central in your life. Would say though, as a male, were not all bad. ;-)

I hope so MK, although why I picked the most social month on the Calendar to not eat or drink, I do not know. I am just back from a week in London full of lunches and evening promotions, which I have finally arrived home at stupid o'clock ready for a huge session tomorrow at the home of a...

The wheels have come off!

If it's any consolation I lost .6lb Mind you, I only had one TS day in the whole week! Not too disappointed.

Hey MK, I'm still around but having to focus on biz and travel. London not a great place to have to work at mo. Will be back soon, promise.

Just in from a great night with friends. Dined Alfresco. Definitely not an Exante day, but going to have a big push now for the week!

Aha, that's where I am OK. Until the ball last week I hadn't had a drink since May 2010. Even at the do I only had a couple of glasses of champagne. I will make sure I give you the nudge as I had a sneaky peak this morning and you were right about it being mostly water as I lost 3.4pm in one...

Thanks to MrMoJo, Mamakash and A Thinner Me. Have been vegetarian for almost 30 years, and in my case I think it has a lot to do with Carbs. Typically as vegetarians our protein sources are quite specialised. A trip to an eatery will show typical meat eating diets with between 30-50% of there...

Hi all. Have seen quite a few posts from people who are vegetarian so thought it would be useful to start a thread. Obviously we have to think more carefully about AAM, ketosis, protein etc. Also I think it would be interesting to discuss the veggie downfalls as I am sure I am not the only one...

Day done and have successfully posted my HONK for the day. Not easy either as have friends staying and they had the most delicious dinner this evening, but I stayed firm with my Thai soup. Bring on day 30!

Ooooooooo Yeah! It's a HONK for me!

Well I am firmly back on the TS wagon today, and am raring for a big loss week. Had the most fab time away which ended up getting extended until yesterday. Wont bother to say what I eat, but believe me when I say all and everything!!!! Now all urges have been indulged and a good time had...

I'm still here!! Back on TS tomorrow. Looks like a 7lb gain, but in reality I could expect nothing less. Dominos is definitely not on WS! Having had a fantastic week it's time to start over and I am hoping for a big loss in week 1 / 5. (you know what I mean) Let's see how we go.

Don't worry MK, it's just a blip. Same happening here. Got so bad through travelling that my 'meal' yesterday had Ginsters on the front!!!! Will be back home late tomorrow so getting back on Exante as soon as possible. The truth is that this is for long term and that quite honestly if one or...

Thanks MK. Just in from the ball. OMG!!! A complete blinder.

However, what I was saying is that whether ketosis or not, I don't find it surprises my appetite any more than not being in ketosis. Equally my energy levels remain just as high. Also, with our without ketosis the body converts stored energy whenever it is depleted or needs to find more...

Just getting to bed after a fab evening and BBQ. On the South Coast. Decided to just go with what took my fancy, which actually seemed a lot of bread which is unusual for me as I'm not typically a bread fan. Skipped the beautiful desserts though. (fab looking Etonian Mess), but did enjoy a...

Thanks Starlight, I was beginning to wonder if it was just me. Like you, I seem to roll on and feel the same, no headaches or anything. I certainly won't be buying anymore Ketostix. They were useful though to see where I was. Obviously knowing that the ketosis effect creates little or no...

Haing been on Exante for just over three weeks I have a query regarding ketosis. I use Ketostix to measure my levels of ketosis and have been in quite deep levels before coming out after AAM. However, I feel no different whether I am in or out. It makes no difference to me at all and I feel...

Citric acid affects some, but not all. Also even if you are one of those that gets affected, you may be able to tolerate a bit. In reality it is a safeguard so that you stay in ketosis.

Morning. Phase two of Road Trip later today. Before then it's a bit of 'London' for me. Have a great day.

Well I can hardly believe it myself but I have just completed a TS day whilst away!! Really pleased with myself. Just worrying that 3 days would have a severe impact, whereas now I have just got tomorrow night and Saturday night to contend with. Felt a bit weird watching everyone else eat, but...

An unbelievable road trip HONK!!!

Well I have reached the 20lb weight loss mark in 3 weeks so am delighted! Wasn't sure that there would be any movement since my fest on Sunday, but there was!!!! ANother lb gone. Had a similar experience to you MK, when a friend came round last night and patted my tummy and asked where it...

Day 21 bites the dust, and it's a honk from me!

Here is another idea, but it is not recommended anywhere for obvious reasons. Take a look on eBay. There are quite a few people who have bought but no longer use Exante. If this is your only choice with limited funds then maybe. The problems of doing this though are clear enough. (quality...

Afternoon all! All the best Friend. May your losses be many. Anything from STS or less will do for me this week. Mind you, I'm itching to get to a round 20lb mark. Just had to nip into town to buy some new shirts as I have lost 1 1/2 inches round the neck. My Al Capone look is now complete...

Morning everyone! Final day of week 3 is here!!! Weigh in tomorrow. I have resolved myself that this week may not see a change, and that next week could be a bit iffy too. However, if for 99% of the time, I am living on 600 calories then something's gotta be happening! Am getting quite excited...

It's a big fat HONK from me!

Good day today. Am having a mini crisis though over my impending trip. It has now turned into a mini festival road trip with three different houses over 6 days! Two of the days will be fine as they know all about Exante, however the other 2 stops are a different story. The Ball you already know...

You certainly can do it!

Quality treat MK. Yes it's a full on Military Ball. It is themed though for the 1920's prohibition, so am having to get some 'accessories'. Am going for the Al Capone / Bugsy Malone look Have more people staying with us again. This time a little one is in the house. Forgotten what that is...

Well, a quality TS day over. Didn't feel hungry at all and realised at 10pm I hadn't actually had all three today so enjoyed a bar with a cup of Redbush & Vanilla to wrap up the day. Two more days til weigh in number 3. That has gone so fast. Am looking forward to my weekend away and Ball on...

Aha, sorry, hadn't checked the rules. Oops J is an interesting letter for Phobias, as I believe that only 2 exist. Both of them are about races so not very PC. I suggest a swift move to K :)

It's a Honk from me!

That's great Starlight. Like the new name. How about a forum though for those that are specifically doing TS, but may adapt the AAM, or who feel the need to discuss food. How about Total Solution - (Food References) Surely that would make your life soooooooo much easier. That way those of us who...

Coulrophobia. Fear of clowns.

Hey Starlight no problem here, however I was referring to a children's party that I was throwing, and pointing out the difficulties in temptation, not what I was about to eat. It does however bring up a very valid point though in that perhaps one of the reasons there is often a significant...

Thanks everyone. So will be sticking to Redbush and vanilla, with some chamomile for good measure in the evening.

I'm still here! No idea where the thread has moved to?? Think we need a new section for people who do darn well but occasionally use a support forum, to discuss what they are going through and get support ??!! Anyways here we are day 19, and it's going to be a full on TS day. The strange thing...

Am I right though that fruit teas are a no no?

Well that was all very enjoyable, although it has made my stomach ache. Back now on to TS. I think what I may do (learning as I go), is instead of having the AAM week (my Dr gave me the OK if I wanted to go straight through) I will give myself an evening off every two weeks, whilst also having...

It's official, I am taking a three hour TS break! Back later peeps!

Am feeling a little tired and jaded today. Probably too many things on. The sun is out and I want to be too! Friends are all having BBQ's and my neighbourhood is buzzing with the smell. Now whilst I am a 30 year vegetarian, I still enjoying eating in the sunshine with a nice Vegeburger and some...

Well day 18!!!! These are ripping along. Pizza party potential disaster avoided but damn it looked good. A beautiful day for a walk today so I can see some exercise on the cards. Come on you 7/11 ers let's keep this on a roll.

A great big HONK!

Hi there, does anyone know what teas we can have. I seem to think fruit teas are out of the window because of citric acid, but now I'm not sure which ones will be OK. If anybody has a list then that would be great, or alternatively if it's only fruity ones then that's fine too. Thank you to...

Here is the quote from the website:- You may get bad breath. The fat burning process (ketosis) causes a type of acetone to be released in the breath (which may result in a metallic taste in your mouth). This normally improves as the body settles down; drinking lots of water to dilute the...

Positive. There are some other discussions on here about it. I even think it is recommended on the FAQ part of the Exante website. Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

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An earlier check in here for me today! Well after a bad injury to my ankle about 8 weeks ago, I finally went out this morning for a jog! Didn't go mad, only went about a mile and it was almost over before it began but still felt good. Ankle still hurts a bit so need to ease myself in gently...

It may be late (or early) but here is my HONK for Friday! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

I'm still here!!! Been burning the midnight oil. Good day today, 100% TS:) Here's to a great Saturday Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Evening all! Well there goes another TS day. 9 more days til I do my version of AAM. I like to call it AASM. The S of course is for Social! Yes fellow party peeps a 'do' is on the horizon. Haven't got any concerns about taking the day off but will then be right back on the TS. I guess I was...

You better believe it! HONK!!!! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Have had to take a while to think of the right words, but realising I can't I just thought I would say it anyway. That was such an honest and open release I think everyone who reads it will be wanting to clap you. You have summed up the situation for many so well that I think we can all see a...

Thanks Dee, have a great break. I love that part of the world. Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

So are you!! You are doing brilliantly. One day at a time MK, WE WILL get there. Have a fantastic day! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Well that's WI number 2 done and a straight 6lb loss for me! :D Very pleased with that as I thought I might have really slowed after wk 1. Was even better as I hit a new 'Stone' level so now need to work my way down that one! Well done everybody! Now let's go tackle Day 1 wk 3! Sent from my...

Jees, I turn my back for a minute a a flaming party appears on here!! Hi everyone :D Just got back in from a very, very long day in London which culminated in my train back North being cancelled and travelling part of the way by Coach!!! Anyway got in about 1/2 hour ago and just demolished my...

It's a late entry but HONK! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

I can really recommend Exante. I was seriously not into the club/ group or external weigh in. I'm a bloke after all! I am doing the TS and so far so good! Quality ingredients are not bad tasting to boot! Also found this site to be a fab motivator! Get him on here, we could do with a bit more...

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You'll spot me tomorrow, I'll be the one trying to tip a shake into a half bottle of Buxton and spilling powder everywhere. Hang on, this might get me arrested! ;) I think you may be right Mamakash. It has gone very quiet on here. Haven't seen any of the others around either. Where are you...

Glad your first day has gone well. Great to have you here! :) Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

13 is definitely not unlucky for some! Day 13 on TS and still a 100% Honker!! HONK :D Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Well done Mamakash. Glad you are on the mend. Have a fab day 14 :) Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Great day! Sailed through it. Really pleased. Now just got to figure out how to make a shake on the run tomorrow whilst I am in London and all will be well! One more day and then it's weigh in! Yeah!!! :D Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

It's a day 12and still 100% HONK from me :D Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

So there goes day 12! Today was soooooooo much easier than yesterday. Was so busy I didn't really even get chance to think about it. I wasn't even interested in the buffet tonight at the awards night I attended. Coke zero was quite enough for me! Have got a 6 1/2 our round trip car journey...

Night. Well done today! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

A tougher day than usual but delighted to be able to HONK!!!! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Hi Sarah. The fact you have started and that it concerns you means you are definitely not a failure! The answer really is with you. If you have a meal with your friends, providing you don't over do it, the only thing that is most likely to happen is a smaller weight loss in your 1st wk. If that...

Phew!!! Tough evening. Think an early night is in order. Only 3 more days though to WI. Hope all you 7/11ers are going strong. Think I will have a good surf on here to help keep the motivation up. Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Well that's day 10 over with. Got back in the groove today. Also had loads to do and a cinema trip to see HP7. Very good it was too! No popcorn, maltesers or minstrels for me!! Just a £3 cup of black coffee with two sweeteners. Still, it saw me through. Hope everyone had a good day. Tomorrow...

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Hi Tryingagain and Bubbles. Thanks for taking the time to say hi. Have just completed day 10 of the Exante TS solution and have been 100% all the way. Basically Bubbles Exante is a VLCD, but unlike many they use natural ingredients. Quality is really good. I am also a vegetarian so am really...

Thank you Rhi & Wheelndeal, really appreciated. Already looking forward to next weeks WI. Hope everything is going well for you too. Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Hope you feel better soon Mamakash. Well here we are! Day 10! Boy was early evening last night tough!! First time I have really craved 'Normal' food. However I took my own advice and got through it! Delighted this morning. Am planning my future on the diet and how I can add some social...

Keep with it Mamakash, you can do it. Have a large fizzy water or coke zero, it works for me when I feel like that. Also, take your mind off it, do something, anything. Good luck Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Day 1, week 2 and it's still a 100% HONK! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Thanks all so much. I really couldn't quite believe it myself. One of those "Don't be ridiculous" moments. I'm told it looks like I'm deflating. I think that was a complement anyway?? ;) Already coming to the end of Day 1 Week 2, and I haven't been tempted for a celebratory Pizza with a few...

Thanks all so much. I really couldn't quite believe it myself. One of those "Don't be ridiculous" moments. I'm told it looks like I'm deflating. I think that was a complement anyway?? ;) Already coming to the end of Day 1 Week 2, and I haven't been tempted for a celebratory Pizza with a few...

Well done everybody. The results are amazing. In one week, in this thread alone we have lost literally stones in weight. I'm going to celebrate by starting my day with a coke zero!!! Get me! ;) Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

OK Drum roll please...................Quick fanfare................Weightloss, Week 1 = 13lb !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OMG!! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

OK Drum roll please...................Quick fanfare................Weightloss, Week 1 = 13lb !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! OMG!! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

End of day 7, week 1 and it is a 100% HONK!!!! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Hi Sam, Yes, still here and still 100%. First weigh in tomorrow morning. Really looking forward to it. Week has absolutely flown by!! Thanks for the welcome Rhi. I am finding this resource so helpful. Just to let you know that when I checked for the first time yesterday, it said I was...

Well, what a day! First things first. Today absolutely flew by. Ended up having my 3rd shake at 10pm and didn't even feel hungry then! Bought the Ketostix mentioned and guess what....it says I am in ketosis!! Who knew! However (why is there always an however?), following a bit of a disaster...

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Another glorious HONK for me!!! Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Thanks for the replies, much appreciated. Went a bit bananas with the chilli flakes! Talk about HOT!!! Will have to get some of those stix Mamakash, really curious. Am going to do my weigh in on Thursday morning as that is the start of the next week. Bring on day 6!!!! Sent from my iPad...

So far so good today. Thai soup with some extra chilli's are the order of the evening. Just had my first Coke Zero. How good did that taste!!!! 4ltrs of water today so far and I'm still thirsty?!?! What's that about?? Can anyone tell me how you know if you're in Ketosis?? I haven't got a...

Thanks Dee & Mamakash! Well here we go for day 5. The sun is shining and had to move my belt in a bit this morning. Hope you all have a great day. (Was going to have a sneaky peek on the scales this morning but decided against it.) Come on Thursday - Bring it on (WI) Sent from my iPad using...

High all. Just found this thread ad am new hear but I also started on 7/7/11! Must have been something in the air!! Well it's the end of day 4 and I've found it tougher than the others with lots of food going on in the house, but still really focussed. I have obviously been fortunate so far as...

I always carry a mouth freshener/spray. Works great. (Tastes good as well,) Also found that an increase in water helps too Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Honkety HONK! :) Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Well done Sam. Nice one matey. Thank you for the hello's. Look forward to keeping in touch with you all and following progress. Sent from my iPad using MiniMins

Just Joined here and I'm on day 3 of TS so ......... HONK, HONK, HONK :D

Very good! i like it.

Thanks Guys. :) Sounds a great idea Sammyd. Day three today and doing well. Just had the Thai Chicken Soup, and I can tell you, it is GREAT! Loved it. Added a few extra Chilli flakes on the top for some added spice. Who knew I could drink sooooo much water! Will have to figure out...

This looks such a great site, and I have been reading so much information from it to help me make my choice, I thought it would be really good to join in. I'm John, and this is the end of day 2 for me on the Exante TS system. I have just over 70 lbs to lose and I am already looking forward to...