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  1. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Anyone tried this cold drink to help with water bloat etc

    I found this via Pinterest and was wondering if any other members have tried it. Pinspiration: Pin 91 PINTEREST: Need To Lose 5 lbs of Water Weight? Take the Jillian Michaels Challenge With Me! - TheItMom.com
  2. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Sorry, not been on here for a few days. How did your yogurt turn out?
  3. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Chicken Scratchings

    Sorry if someone has already posted this under a different heading but here goes. I have started buying the bags of frozen pre cooked chicken breast strips from Asda. Unlike other makes, these aren't pumped full of water, Chicken Breast (98%) , Salt , Acidity Regulator (Sodium Bicarbonate) ...
  4. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    Glad that you like them :) , I haven't made them for ages, I think I may make one later. ;)
  5. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    I have stopped using Splenda as I didn't like the aftertaste, I am now using Canderel instead.
  6. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    Did you add any sweetener, you will find that it makes a big difference.
  7. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Hi Happycamper. Are you using UHT milk? When you sc has been on for 2½ hrs, just switch off, unplug and leave for 3 hrs, don't bother checking temp. The temp shouldn't really affect it now that the weather has warmed up a lot. It sounds like you may be adding the starter yog when it is too...
  8. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Glad that you had success this time. ;)
  9. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    home made yoghurt

    Do you have a link to that recipe Ellie, I may give that a try. :D
  10. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    home made yoghurt

    Well it would just be thinly sliced turkey; chicken breast; steak, stir fried with a tbs of chopped onion (unless you are at a stage where you can have more onion), then a few tbs or even half a 300g tub of strained fat free yogurt and a bit of seasoning. My tip is to use a very sharp knife to...
  11. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Feel guilty because you can't seem to give up sugary food? Don't, look at this ►

    Take a look what is in Muller Lite Toffee yogurts and Weight Watchers Desert yogurts. Muller Light Toffee Yogurt 175G - Groceries - Tesco Groceries Weight Watchers Dessert Style Yogurt 4X120g - Groceries - Tesco Groceries ;)
  12. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    home made yoghurt

    Also, if you drain most of the liquid from it, you can stir it into your warm food in the pan, it doesn't curdle. So, you end up with a beef, turkey, whatever, stroganoff style dish. :)
  13. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    how many eggs can you eat a week?

    Isn't it unlimited if you just eat the white due to it being pure protein?
  14. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Feel guilty because you can't seem to give up sugary food? Don't, look at this ►

    Just managed to watch the 2nd vid and although quite interesting quite a bit of it is hard going if you aren't medically inclined. Off to scour the cupboard to see what items I have in that contain fructose.
  15. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Feel guilty because you can't seem to give up sugary food? Don't, look at this ►

    Surprising what difference a little tadpole can do to a sentence isn't it! :) I am still trying to watch the flippin' 2nd video, I keep getting interrupted.
  16. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Amercican Style Breakfast Sausage Recipe ►

    I know you can get one from Lakeland that makes yog in the one container, but, although you have to wash 6 to 7 jars with mine (1 litre of milk makes 6 full jars), you can add flavourings before the process starts. The flavours develop better that way, rather than adding them in after you have...
  17. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Feel guilty because you can't seem to give up sugary food? Don't, look at this ►

    OMG! If you can't be bothered watching the whole video of Sugar The Bitter truth take a look at it at 13.28 mins into the video, that is a shocker, glad I don't drink coke.
  18. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Feel guilty because you can't seem to give up sugary food? Don't, look at this ►

    OMG! If you can't be bothered watching the whole video of Sugar The Bitter truth take a look at it at 13.28 mins into the video, that is a shocker, glad I don't drink coke.
  19. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Feel guilty because you can't seem to give up sugary food? Don't, look at this ►

    I stumbled across this vid yesterday which makes interesting viewing. Is sugar toxic? - 60 Minutes - CBS News I haven't watched the YouTube vid that it mentions as it is 1½ hrs long but intend to watch that later. Sugar: The Bitter Truth - YouTube ;)
  20. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Amercican Style Breakfast Sausage Recipe ►

    I seemed to be getting a lot of thin yog with the s/c Chris, I think it was due to the fluctuation in temp in the house. I saw a Rachael Allen yog maker for £11.98 in the local discount warehouse and have been using that. It has been producing set yog every day so even though the slow cooker...
  21. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Amercican Style Breakfast Sausage Recipe ►

    This makes a nice change if you are stuck for ideas regarding your turkey mince.
  22. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Dukan Style Jelly Sweets Recipe ►

    Has anyone tried making these yet?
  23. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Dr Dukan may be struck off as a doctor

    Not only the Daily Fail, also on many others including the BBC. BBC News - French diet guru Pierre Dukan faces ethics hearing I will still follow his eating plan as I know that it works.
  24. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Dukan Bread BLT - A great, filling, bacon, lettuce, tomato sandwich ►

    Thank you! I hope you enjoy your BLT's. :D
  25. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Attack I'm giving up hope!

    I don't know what type of milk you buy in your country to make yogurt but I use UHT semi skimmed milk and if left for 8 hours it isn't tart at all, it is if left for, say 12 hours or longer. ;)
  26. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Attack I'm giving up hope!

    I find that I lose more if I eat more steak mince (ground beef) than white meats. I also eat quite a bit of strained homemade slow cooker (crock pot) yogurt. If you just leave it for 8 hours (see my sig below for the link to the recipe), then strain it through a cotton handkerchief it is thick...
  27. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Non scale victories (stolen from SW forum)

    Being able to walk around in a t shirt without wearing something over the top to hide your bouncy boobs! Men may like bouncy jubblies but I hated mine. :)
  28. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Does anyone do exercises to tighten facial muscles after weight loss?

    Just found a link to a free pdf of an out of print book on the subject which may be of interest. ;) Just found a free facial fitness book pdf by the originator of the phenomena. - MoneySavingExpert.com Forums
  29. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Does anyone do exercises to tighten facial muscles after weight loss?

    Does anyone do any Facercise exercises? I have been watching a few of the YouTube vids and also stumbled across this Daily Mail article from last year. The ultimate facercise: Forget Botox... in just six days you can get a firmer face naturally | Mail Online
  30. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Oat Bran

    Bought more Mornflake Oat Bran in Sainsburys yesterday, it is still £1.95 for 800g. ;)
  31. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Jack Link's Beef Steak Bites

    I have never made it but this may be of interest to you. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUayR2hcf-g ;)
  32. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Jack Link's Beef Steak Bites

    Not sure if these are dukan friendly like beef jerky but they are 3 for £1.20 at Approved foods at the minute. http://www.approvedfood.co.uk/snacks/jack_links_beef_steak_bites_teriyaki_25g Jack Link's Meat Snacks - Products: Beef Steak Bites ORIGINAL, Beef Steak Bites TERIYAKI, low calorie...
  33. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Where do you buy your Oat/Wheat Bran ? :)

    My Sainsburys sometimes doesn't have things in stock when I look online but do have it in store. ;)
  34. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Stabilization Eat lots more protein to lose more weight

    Now, I was thinking about this last night and there is no way that you can lose 3lb in one day, unless you are in the gym all day training for a major heavyweight fight! :D We all know that we have ups and downs weight wise and sometimes veg can put weight on because of their water content...
  35. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Where do you buy your Oat/Wheat Bran ? :)

    Tesco and Asda sell Jordans Wheat bran, in the cereal aisle.
  36. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Feeling Ill

    I found that crabsticks didn't help me lose weight so I ditched them and started losing again. ;)
  37. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Newbie!!! :) question about the 20 minute walk

    I don't do them if the weather is bad and I def do not lose any weight on those days. However, if I don't have time to go, I count shopping around town as a 20 min walk as I may be out walking between stores which are spread about town for a couple of hours!
  38. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Stabilization Eat lots more protein to lose more weight

    I know, crabsticks help some lose weight but I always gain when I eat them. Thanks for the info reg Sainsburys chicken. ;)
  39. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Where do you buy your Oat/Wheat Bran ? :)

    Used to be Tesco before they increased the price, then Holland and Barrett, now Sainsburys. http://www.minimins.com/dukan-diet/254963-oat-bran.html ;)
  40. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Stabilization Eat lots more protein to lose more weight

    I have found that the best thing by far to help me lose the most weight is very low fat beef / steak mince. I could eat chicken all day and not lose as much, eat crabsticks which put weight on me but eat just beef throughout the day and lose a decent amount.
  41. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Stabilization Eat lots more protein to lose more weight

    I know what you mean, it is very easy to slip back into the old way of thinking not to eat too much, but we forget we can eat lots of protein. The only negative thing is the cost of buying decent quality mince and chicken. Lots of frozen chicken contains added water, salt etc, it is quite...
  42. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Stabilization Eat lots more protein to lose more weight

    Yesterday was protein Thursday (I have been in stabilization for a few months) and I had my biggest loss, 3lbs !! I made more of an effort to eat more protein than I normally do and it did make a big difference. Breakfast: 1/2 pack of mince (250g) shaped into 2 burgers and dry fried in good...
  43. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Oat Bran Porridge ►

    Yes, you can have porridge during the Attack phase.
  44. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Blueberry Gallette ►

    Glad that it turned out fine in the end. :D The trick is def to have a hot pan before you put the mix in. ;)
  45. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Green Tea

    I tried that yesterday, what a great way to get the stuff down! I have been brave though and had it without sweetener, but you can 'glug' quite a bit down in one go if it is ice cold. :D
  46. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Blueberry Gallette ►

    That sounds nice Ellie, I will have to give that a try tomorrow, ta! ;)
  47. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Blueberry Gallette ►

    No more blueberries left now :cry: so I think I will give rhubarb a try in a gallette tomorrow. ;)
  48. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Blueberry Gallette ►

    Adding sweetener makes a big difference. Have you tried making your own yoghurt in the slow cooker? I eat that with the gallette, it is so creamy you don't actually need any flavouring or sweetener with it (although I add difference extracts or jelly crystals to it when I fancy a change)...
  49. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Blueberry Gallette ►

    That was the problem I had when I started making them, the pan was too wide, I think it was a 30cm pan. I did try just using the white of the egg once and the texture was amazing but I can't be bothered with the faff. Try and get one of the pans below from Wilkinsons, they are quite well made...
  50. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Blueberry Gallette ►

    Not suitable for those in the early stages but something to look forward to as it tastes great! 2tb Oat Bran 1tb Wheat Bran 1 Egg 1tb Sweetener ½ tsp Vanilla Extract 2 tb Yoghurt (s/c homemade or low fat) handful of Blueberries Now I know 1tb of sweetener is a lot so if you are not happy with...
  51. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    The Oat Bran Guide FREE Download today (9/2/12) for the Kindle

    I use Free Books for Your Kindle | eReaderIQ.co.uk and check it daily. You can get them to mail you but I just have a look each morning then last thing at night before they change.
  52. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    The Oat Bran Guide FREE Download today (9/2/12) for the Kindle

    It is only free for 24 hrs Ellie so don't feel too bad. :D Have you tried any of the recipes yet?
  53. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    The Oat Bran Guide FREE Download today (9/2/12) for the Kindle

    I have not looked at this yet, just downloaded it before they change their mind and charge £2.99 again for it. Don't forget, if you don't have a kindle you can download it to your android phone or PC (see Amazon for details). ;) The Oat Bran Guide (Delicious Dieting) eBook: Joanna Goodshef...
  54. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Free Kindle Dukan Diet Book Today Only

    There is another free kindle download today, not downloaded it yet, may be a load of tosh for all I know so don't shoot the messenger. It is free though so you have nothing to lose. :D Dukan Diet Insiders Report - 1000's Now Lose Weight Who Never Thought They Could - You Can Dukan eBook...
  55. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Green Tea

    Drinking Green Tea is supposed to be a good way of helping to lose weight. If you have a Home Bargains shop nearby, they are selling PG Tips Pure Green Tea for 99p (40 bags), I think they are £1.95 in most other places. ;) Just made a drink from one and I can just about drink it without...
  56. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Yogurt

  57. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Yogurt

    Get yourself a slow cooker and make your own, see my sig below. You will not regret it, it is nothing like the bought stuff, I am sure others will be along to tell you soon, won't you folks! Make your own yoghurt, strain it to make really thick greek yogurt and add sweetener and vanilla...
  58. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Getting expensive

    If you have a slow cooker then have a go at making your own greek yoghurt, it isn't minging, more like whipped cream if you drain it, doesn't compare to the bought stuff. See the link in my signature for the recipe. I make it virtually every day but only use a small 1.8 ltr s/c, you can get...
  59. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Oat Bran Porridge ►

    I have been making porridge but sometimes it is a bit hit and miss, I just threw the ingredients in the bowl, sometimes it was ok, sometimes like cement! So, I thought I would measure everything out this morning and it was a success. You may need to adjust the cooking time depending on your...
  60. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Oat Bran

    I usually buy the Whites Extra Fine Oat Bran from Holland and Barrett, it is £1.29 for 500g. I know they sometimes have offers, I missed the last one when it was buy one get one half price. Anyway, just to let people know, I bought some Mornflake Oat Bran in Sainsburys today, 800g for £1.95...
  61. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Attack Any tips?

    Buy a 500g pack of low fat mince and divide up into 2oz portions. Flatten them into thin burgers and cook in the microwave (on a piece of kitchen roll) for 1 to 1 1/2 mins each on high. You can season them if you want a bit more flavour. I keep them in a ziplock bag in the fridge and have one...
  62. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Which is the ' healthiest ' sweetener?

    It is powder. About Truvia® - The Stevia-Derived Secret of Its Honestly Sweet® Taste ;)
  63. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Which is the ' healthiest ' sweetener?

    By the way, there is a 1/3 off Truvia at Sainsburys until 8th Feb. ;) Search Results - Sainsbury’s
  64. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Which is the ' healthiest ' sweetener?

    Have you tried Truvia Atropos? Truvia® Calorie-Free sweetener from the Stevia Leaf Tesco, Sainsburys and Morrisons all seem to sell it according to the Truvia site.
  65. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Attack Bacon

    If it is white, give it to the birds, if wholemeal, freeze it. You are advised to eat 2 slices of wholemeal later in the diet, just take a couple of slices out per day.
  66. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Attack Bacon

    Cook it and freeze it. ;)
  67. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Which is the ' healthiest ' sweetener?

    I was using Splenda but found it left an aftertaste so started using Canderel, I use Sweetex in my coffee. However, I have just been reading about Aspartame which is one of the ingredients in Candarel, looks like a no no from now on for that one. Can anyone rec any other powdered sweetener to...
  68. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Daily chat...

    Today is supposed to be the most miserable day of the year. If you have a Kindle or have downloaded the Kindle app to your pc, this kindle book will cheer you up. Free to download today, have a look, I am sure some of the letters will bring a smile to your face. :D...
  69. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    An expiry date of January the 11th! :eek: It's the 23rd today, I would def NOT use that yoghurt for anything. I would wait and buy some Yeo Valley, I buy the one in the green tub. If you follow the directions then you should get good results. ;)
  70. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Outcome of 1 hour heating on HIGH, ½ hour resting Ok, I said I would come back and let you know the outcome of my latest experiment :D. This was the outcome after heating a litre semi skimmed Moo Milk for 1 hour on high, leaving it to cool for just half an hour and then leaving for the usual 8...
  71. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    It is this one Chris Home Bargains Online Store I bought some more this afternoon and it was 59p a litre for semi. I have changed back over from skimmed to semi now that I am on stab as I like thick creamy yog. :D
  72. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    You are welcome! I'll let you know how I get on with the ½ hr experiment. :D I think that someone said that strained yoghurt contained twice as much protein as unstrained so we are onto a good thing Chris if that is the case. Plus it tastes lovely so it isn't a task to eat it. By the way...
  73. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Well, I tried an experiment regarding the yoghurt. My yog hasn't been as thick due to the weather and although it has been warmer over the past couple of days I thought I would change the timings, just to see if it would still work. I think it has been cooling down too quickly because of the...
  74. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PV Rhubarb!

    A tolerated item cruise phase. Diet discussion forum, weight loss forum: Pierre Dukan diet
  75. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PV Rhubarb!

    How do you make your rhubarb muffins Chris? I mean do you mash the rhubarb before adding or add it in pieces. I am in stabilization so buy the tins of rhubarb in light syrup (and eat after draining).
  76. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PV Rhubarb!

    That's great thanks. You could make some nice creamy home made yoghurt in the slow cooker, that will be nice with the rhubarb. See my sig for the link to the recipe. ;)
  77. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Attack Oatbran porridge

    It swells up a bit, makes about half a bowl but it is really filling. ;)
  78. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Attack Oatbran porridge

    Just make sure you keep your eye on it, it may overflow if you leave it in for too long without stirring it. ;)
  79. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Attack Oatbran porridge

    I normally put two tbs of oatbran into a bowl, cover with water, mix and zap for a minute or so, stir, zap again until thicker and add a splash of milk at the end along with some sweetener and vanilla essence. It is a bit of trial and error with porridge in the microwave depending on wattage it...
  80. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PV Rhubarb!

    Mmmmmmmmmmm! That sounds nice. At what temp and how long did you cook if for Sam?
  81. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Consolidation PP thursday is HELL!

    Bl**dy Hell! I forgot it was Thursday today. My husband started the diet on Tuesday so I have been busy making meals for him, I forgot about my protein for today. :mad: I will have to have it tomorrow now.
  82. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Free Dukan Diet book for Kindle today only (Elizabeth Brown)

    The only good thing about it, is, if anyone downloaded it for free, they may think about buying the 'proper' book.
  83. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    It's probably the weather Chris, do you leave it for the 8 hours overnight or during the day? I was leaving mine overnight but I am going to change to daytime and see how that goes, as it is quite a bit warmer during the day.
  84. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Tolerated foods

    http://www.minimins.com/dukan-diet/225396-dukan-faq.html ;)
  85. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Oh yep, forgot about the slimy consistency! :D I cocked up yesterday, I used my new mini slow cooker and forgot that the temp dial settings are in a different order to my other one. I thought it was on low but was on high for 2 1/2 hrs. Anyway, I left it for just 2 1/2 hrs to cool instead of...
  86. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Anyone else noticed that their slow cooker yog has been thinner than normal, even when drained? It is due to the cold weather. If you can afford to have your heating on all day then you won't have noticed any difference, if not you may find a difference in the thickness. I made some during...
  87. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Free Dukan Diet book for Kindle today only (Elizabeth Brown)

    Ok, I just downloaded it , glad I wasn't one of the people who spent money on it! :rolleyes: The first reviewer says great recipes, there are no recipes in it! My 12 year old could make a better ebook than this. Download it if you are inquisitive, otherwise I wouldn't waste your time. ;)
  88. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Free Dukan Diet book for Kindle today only (Elizabeth Brown)

    Just found this through the ereaderiq site, not sure if it is any good or not but it is free to download so may be worth a look. Don't forget you can download kindle books on you pc too if you don't have a kindle, or download the kindle app on your smartphone. Dukan Diet Guide + Quick And Easy...
  89. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Tolerated foods

    http://www.minimins.com/dukan-diet/210269-allowed-foods-query-cruise.html http://www.minimins.com/dukan-diet/230168-why-tolerated-items-like-brakes-your-car.html ;)
  90. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Tolerated food

    Here you go: http://www.minimins.com/dukan-diet/210269-allowed-foods-query-cruise.html Post number 2. Plus a good posting by Atropos. http://www.minimins.com/dukan-diet/230168-why-tolerated-items-like-brakes-your-car.html ;)
  91. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Chocolate Orange Duffins (Muffins) ►

    Thanks, I will give those a try during the week. ;)
  92. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Chocolate Orange Duffins (Muffins) ►

    I haven't tried those yet, what do you put with them Ellie, cinnamon, ginger etc?
  93. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Chocolate Orange Duffins (Muffins) ►

    That is what I found, they don't sink and are firmer and less eggy than the other recipe. I bought some banana flavouring and use that with the cocoa powder, they are lovely.
  94. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Happy 2012 :)

    Happy New Year! Good luck everyone with their weight loss this year. If you fall off the wagon it isn't the end of the world, just climb back on. x
  95. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Medium or extra fine oat bran?

    They do don't they! :D I am sure they looked quite different in the shop.
  96. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Oat bran in holland & barratt on offer

    Yes, try it, if you don't like it you haven't wasted much. It is something I would never try normally but I ran out of milk and just used water. I used 1 1/2 tbs oat bran as I was having some more for supper, added a bit of water from the tap, zapped it for a couple of mins (checking every 30...
  97. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Oat bran in holland & barratt on offer

    Yep, I add a bit of sweetener and some Madagascan vanilla flavouring from Sainsburys, it's lovely. I am even making it without milk now and it am amazed how tasty it is.
  98. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Medium or extra fine oat bran?

    I usually buy White's fine oat bran, used to buy Tesco oat bran until the robbers put it up to £1.99 a bag. I was wondering whether to buy the medium cut one next time as Dr Dukan says the less less milled ones are the most beneficial. I am not sure whether I would find it too bitty or not...
  99. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Oat bran in holland & barratt on offer

    Thanks Ellie. I am getting through more now that I have discovered how nice it is made into porridge. :)
  100. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Sales

    They have brownie makers in the Comet sale, reduced to £4.99, I wonder if they would be any good for the dukan muffin recipe if you didn't want to use the main oven. Buy PROLINE BRN6 | BROWNIE MAKER - Gift Ideas | Comet
  101. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Oopps I've been naughty after 20 days! I feel so guilty:(

    I went on holiday during my dukan diet, ate for England, put on 6lbs whilst away, did 3 protein days on my return and lost the 6lb. Don't worry about it, just jump back on the wagon, you will be fine.
  102. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    I only make it in 1 litre batches as I am the only one who eats it, I know that others make larger batches though. My large slow cooker instructions say to fill at least half way up the pot, otherwise the liquid would burn. I don't bother using that anymore, it's stuck up in a cupboard, I just...
  103. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Sorry, can't answer the rest of your question but you would need to do both stages at a time that you can keep your eye on the yoghurt. If it is switched off and left for too long it will be too cold and the live cultures in the starter yog won't do their job. I have started adding my starter...
  104. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Ideas for the slow cooker

    Post edited as link was out of date :)
  105. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Ideas for the slow cooker

    You are are welcome! I bought another slow cooker too, another 1.5ltr one, just big enough to cook stews, casseroles etc for 2 to 3 people. Don't forget that the link above for the s/c recipes at the Moneysavingexpert site is part two, click on the link in the first post to get part one which...
  106. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Ideas for the slow cooker

    You will pick up some handy hints and tips here too. In my slow cooker today.... part 2 - MoneySavingExpert.com Forums :)
  107. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Ideas for the slow cooker

    If you put a whole chicken in there in the morning without any water and cook on low, it will literally fall off the bone after about 7 or 8 hours. Leave the skin on to keep it moist. It will only cost about 40p to cook it on low for that amount of time.
  108. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Ideas for the slow cooker

    Here you go Jade, these may be of use to you. I am not sure how Dukan friendly they are but you have a few recipes there to search through. Slow cooker recipes - The most delicious free slow cooker recipes Best Slow Cooker Main Dish Recipes - Allrecipes.com Just Slow Cooking (Crockpot)...
  109. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Ideas for the slow cooker

    Thanks Chris! Nearly right, you forgot the exclamation mark at the end. What a bl**dy daft user name. It seemed a good idea at the time :D . Anyway, reached 50 last month at a size 10 so at least I reached my g:Dal. ;) Jade if you click on my sig under my post (the one with the drooling...
  110. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Thinking of buyin the recipe book. Is it worth it?

    I haven't got the book but saw it last week in The Works for £3.99. You can buy it from them online but you have to pay p+p unless you spend £30.
  111. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Chocolate Orange Duffins (Muffins) ►

    I have just amended the recipe to show that the Sainsburys Orange is extract and not essence. I did see that a lot of flavourings contain oil but as you normally only use either half or teaspoon I am not worried about it.
  112. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Chocolate Orange Duffins (Muffins) ►

    When I say I am making muffins my daughter gets excited until she discovers they are dukan style muffins so we have taken to calling them duffins instead. :D Anyway, I was experimenting yesterday and found found that these chocolate orange duffins came out quite well, they are very moreish...
  113. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Da Vinci SF Syrups, OMG!!!

    Just had a look at the syrups and £6.25 each is a hell of a lot of money if you haven't tried them before and don't like them. It's a lot of money if you do like them.
  114. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Sounds good, may have to give that a try later but use the Sainsburys Taste The Difference Valencia Orange flavouring. ;)
  115. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    I read in one of the papers this morning that it is on the way down as far as Birmingham. I hope you are well stocked up then, or you may have to let the Dukan lapse and eat comfort food. :) Stay safe. ;)
  116. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Blimey! Which part of Scotland are you in Ellie? I want snow at Christmas when I am at my mother in laws not before. Don't mind getting snowed in as she will be well stocked up but I want to be able to get there first! :D
  117. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    I have noticed that over the past few days too. I normally make it and leave it overnight. I will have to start making it first thing in the morning and leave it to work its magic during the day, when the house is warmer. ;)
  118. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ Dukan Style Jelly Sweets Recipe ►

    I haven't tried these yet, just found the recipe at mydukandietshop. May be worth a try to anyone who is normally addicted to Haribo and other jelly type sweets, although I am not sure at what stage you would be able to eat these at. Dukan Jelly Beans - My Dukan Diet Shop ;)
  119. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Yep, it tastes far smoother when made this way in the slow cooker. I have withdrawal symptoms if I forget to make some or run out of milk. :D
  120. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Level or heaped tbs of oatbran?

    That's ok then, thanks folks. Yes, I use a 'proper' measuring spoon too. A friend of mine started the diet last week but was using heaped tbs's of oatbran and couldn't keep out of the bathroom! She just thought it was the oatbran that wasn't agreeing with her. I said I thought they...
  121. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Level or heaped tbs of oatbran?

    What do other members use when measuring oatbran, do you use a level tablespoon or heaped? I have always used a level tbs but was wondering if I should be increasing the volume slightly.
  122. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    One negative thing about the diet

    It doesn't help when your husband turns over in a huff and 'accidentaly' wakes you up because you have woken him up with your snoring! :rolleyes: Then I have to make a loo call as I am awake. :D
  123. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    One negative thing about the diet

    :D Even if you don't drink water late at night the protein comes out the same way too so you would have to stop eating earlier! :rolleyes:
  124. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    One negative thing about the diet

    Anyone else finding because they are getting up during the early hours to go to the loo, they are getting puffy eyes in the morning? I am not getting them everyday but some times I may be up twice at least during the early hours, to go to the bathroom. My eyes calm down during the day but I...
  125. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PV cannot believe it

    It must be all of that s/c yoghurt you are making ChrisR. ;)
  126. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Dukan custard?

    I just had a look in mine and if it is in there it isn't listed under custard.
  127. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!'s Diary

    Hi It has been quite easy and I would def rec the diet although it does cost a bit if you want to go for the leaner cuts of meat, worth it in the end though. ;)
  128. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!'s Diary

    Thanks Mirj ;). You will get there soon too I am sure. :D It seemed weird looking at the balloons with 50 written on, a bit surreal as you imagine you will feel old at 50 when you are younger. Don't feel old and have been told I def don't look 50 which feels good. Never thought I would be...
  129. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Yep, it must have been quite cold on Sunday night as we had condensation on the windows and even on the back of the new front door! I know some people suggest making yoghurt during the day due to the higher temp. We may have to reconsider the time of day that we make it when the cold weather...
  130. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    I have just amended my original post regarding 'sitting' time. ;)
  131. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Tesco increased price of Oat Bran by 33% overnight!

    I bought some Oat Bran the other day from Tesco for £1.49, went back to stock up today and it is now £1.99! I know everything is going up but an increase of 50p in one go ie 33% is ridiculous. :mad:
  132. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    The only thing it does by leaving it longer (if it has already set) is change the taste, the longer you leave it the more tart it will get. I find that 8 hours gives a mild creamy taste, 10 hours plus makes it more sour/tart. ;)
  133. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    I normally put mine straight in the fridge for a couple of hours before I drain it. You will need to leave it draining for a few hours in the fridge to get the cheese consistency. If you find that the cheese is too dry, just add a bit of the whey back into it and give it a mix. :D I am not...
  134. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Yeh, I knew you would get there in the end. :D
  135. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Can't help with that one I'm afraid, I use a metal sieve over a bowl and put a man's cotton handkerchief over the sieve.
  136. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    By the way, regarding the powdered milk for this yoghurt. I have been buying Tesco milk powder but bought some from Lidl last week which I think will be better. The Tesco one is granular, the Lidl is fine powder so I think that will be a lot easier to mix in and will dissolve instantly.
  137. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Blimey! You are not having much luck. There is no way it should be burning when on low especially if only on for 2 1/2 hrs. What would happen if you left something in there for 8 hours or so! I would take it back to the shop and get it exchanged, it sounds like it is overheating.
  138. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    I have added the starter after about 1½ hrs and it worked so I am sure you will be fine this time. As long as it isn't too hot to be able to leave your little finger in then it should be fine. Let us know how you get on. Don't forget it will also thicken once left in the fridge for a few...
  139. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    It sounds like it didn't set. So, either your milk was too hot when you added the starter yoghurt, you added it too late ie after 2½ hrs, the starter yoghurt was too cold ie sometimes too cold if you use it straight from the fridge, or your starter yoghurt was not a live yoghurt. Can't think...
  140. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    homemade yoghurt - wasted day :-((

    Don't forget, if you add salt make sure you grind it up first to a powder or you will have grains in your cheese which doesn't taste too good (well I don't think so anyway). If you haven't got a mortar and pestle just use the end of a rolling pin. ;)
  141. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    homemade yoghurt - wasted day :-((

    Take a look at some that I made, posted in the recipes forum http://www.minimins.com/dukan-recipes/233276-easy-homemade-boursin-style-soft-cheese.html#post4295862 ;)
  142. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Boursin Style Soft Cheese ◄►

    This video I found on YouTube may be helfpul ton anyone thinking of trying this, don't forget you can use shop bought yoghurt to make soft cheese. How to make your own Greek yogurt or yogurt cheese from homemade food storage yogurt - YouTube ;)
  143. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    homemade yoghurt - wasted day :-((

    Wkd, you can still make boursin style cheese with shop bought greek yoghurt, you just leave it hanging in muslin or a tied cotton hanky overnight to drain off all of the whey. How to make your own Greek yogurt or yogurt cheese from homemade food storage yogurt - YouTube ;)
  144. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!'s Diary

    Well, I haven't bothered doing a diary before and may not add much to it but I thought I would post regarding the last few days. I am into stabilization now and weighed 8st 5lb last thursday morning. We went away for a few days on that thursday to stay with my mil, to celebrate my 50th (:eek...
  145. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    homemade yoghurt - wasted day :-((

    It isn't actually 8 hours of 'slow cooking', it is 2½ hrs of cooking, you don't use 8hrs worth of electricity (not that it would cost you a lot in electric for 8 hours, a matter of pence). ;) Plus you can alter the way this tastes ie leave for 8 hours and it has a mild creamy taste, leave for...
  146. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    homemade yoghurt - wasted day :-((

    I like it because it is creamier, smoother and thicker than the greek style I was buying. ;)
  147. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    homemade yoghurt - wasted day :-((

    I am getting another small 1.5ltr one just for yoghurt as I am the only one who eats it so I only make 1ltr at a time. They don't know what they are missing. :D
  148. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    homemade yoghurt - wasted day :-((

    The only other thing is forgetting to add the starter yoghurt. I have done that before now. :o
  149. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    homemade yoghurt - wasted day :-((

    This happened to me the other day. After the 2.5 hrs I switched off intending to add my starter yog and milk powder after the 3 hour period. I had forgotten about the school run and by the time I came back the milk was barely warm. Failure! Your milk was too cold which normally only happens...
  150. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► 2 Egg 'Firm' Chocolate Muffins ◄►

    Great, will give them a try in a couple of days, otherwise I will be going way over my allowance. I am allowed 3 tbs of oatbran now but it is still easy to use too much. :D
  151. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► 2 Egg 'Firm' Chocolate Muffins ◄►

    How much rhubarb do you put in Ellie? I may give those a try next.
  152. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► 2 Egg 'Firm' Chocolate Muffins ◄►

    I have been making the toffee muffins but found them to be too eggy and moist. So, I made muffins with just 2 eggs and found them to be far firmer which I prefer. I have made them in the oven but if you have a pie maker (I bought one on a whim years ago and have only used it a handful of...
  153. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    I think most of the recipes use butter and brown sugar like this one: Scotland's Isle of Arran
  154. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Does anyone do exercises to tighten facial muscles after weight loss?

    When you lose weight or as you get older your cheeks sometimes tend to sag slightly, hence the puppet lines at the side of the mouth, jowels etc. There are a few videos on YouTube regarding facial exercises, facial yoga etc. Just wondering if any members do any of these exercises? I tried...
  155. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Side effect?

    Atropos! I just nearly spat coffee all over my netbook when I read that. :8855: My MIL lived in Cyprus when first married (forces) and they used to use vegetable oil or baby oil on their skin to get a tan. :rolleyes: Is it any wonder she has a 'lived in' face now! :D
  156. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Hunger

    I think that was me. Yes, I have tried turkey mince, chicken breasts, fish etc but I have def lost more weight on the days when I have only had red meat, ie the lean mince from Tesco less than 5% fat. I don't have it all of the time as I couldn't afford it, however I do try to have it on...
  157. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    why is the dukan flavouring special?

    Elida do you buy your flavourings in the UK?
  158. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Food Flavourings?

    Well spotted! I missed that. :rolleyes: ;)
  159. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    Well you can change it to include what spices you like but I used: Basic ingredients 6 tbs oatbran 2 eggs 5 tbs yoghurt (I used thick s/c yoghurt) 1/2 tsp baking powder 3 tbs candarel or other sweetener Then added: 2 tsp mixed spice 1 tsp cinammon 1 tsp vanilla essence Baked at 170...
  160. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    Here is a pic of the ones I made this morning. I did put more in each mould so only got 4 muffins but they are very filling. You can see how the texture is more solid than the toffee ones which use more eggs etc and they didn't sink like the other ones did.
  161. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Food Flavourings?

    Ignore the above post, just did a google search and found this Toysbythebundle.co.uk Website Reviews - Page 1 | SiteJabber Don't think I will bother now.
  162. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Food Flavourings?

    Has anyone use this company for flavourings? Food Icecream Candy Fondant Flavor Flavoring Flavour Flavour Flavors The have quite a few good flavours by the look of it but the bottles are tiny. It does say they are 3 to 4 times the strength of water or alcohol based flavourings though.
  163. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    Or some grated carrot or apple. :)
  164. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    why is the dukan flavouring special?

    I think they are a lot of money for something that you may not like the taste of. I don't mind losing £1 or less if I am not keen on a flavouring but the Dukan ones are way too much to take a gamble on.
  165. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    I just tried this recipe but tweaked it a bit. I added 1 tsp of vanilla essence and 2 tbs of Candarel and omitted the Goji Berries. I cooked it at 160 deg (fan ass oven) for 15 minutes which seemed to be long enough. These taste more like cake than the eggy toffee muffins, they are a lot...
  166. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    They are not like a normal muffin. These are quite wet and are quite eggy. I only use 3 eggs instead of 4 and don't bother with the milk powder.
  167. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Question bout weight and going the toilet....

    How does that work? Off to switch the hot water on! :D
  168. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    What does everyone do with their ' too big ' clothes?

    I was wondering why there weren't many replies, nobody knew what the hell I was talking about. :silly:
  169. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    What does everyone do with their ' too big ' clothes?

    Doh! :rolleyes: Flippin' eck! :eek: That must say something about my way of thinking about weight loss! :o Off to amend my original post. Ta. ;)
  170. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    What does everyone do with their ' too big ' clothes?

    Thanks Maintainer. I'm not sure how well size 14 would sell on ebay then. What do you reckon is the best selling size, the larger ones ie 20-22? My mother in law was about 20 or 22 and has lost weight, now a 18 and has 3 wardrobe fulls to get rid of!
  171. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    What I am finding, if I leave the second stage for less than the normal 3 hours, once I put the crock in the fridge, the whey seems to be draining away a lot quicker and the end result is also a lot thicker (more like extra thick double cream) than normal. ;)
  172. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    I don't find it sharp at all if I only leave it for 8 hours. It is more like cream than yoghurt :D.
  173. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    I'm not reaching the muffin stage, I have taken to eating some out of the pot whenever I am in the kitchen. :rolleyes: Luckily I am the only one eating it. Actually, I am eating it with muffins mixed with a bit of splenda and strawberry jelly crystals first. Lovely!;)
  174. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    I tried another batch last night but the milk still seemed quite hot after 1½ hrs so I left it for 2 instead of 3. The end result this morning? Great, def thicker than when leaving for the full 3 hour second stage. ;)
  175. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    What does everyone do with their ' too big ' clothes?

    I have been having a clear out of clothes I have found that are too small, or long. I could keep them as they are Next, Marks and Sparks etc so not cheap but it isn't very good motivation, keeping in case I put on weight again is it. I was a 14 getting tighter, now a 10 so don't want to go to...
  176. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    omg! someone is making dukan bread & selling on ebay!

    I bet they don't list the ingredients in case someone else jumps on the bandwagon and takes away their custom. Not very good for someone who has allergies though, although I would imagine they would enquire as to the ingredients.
  177. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    banana dukan flavouring

    Just tried it and although it does taste bitter without any added sugar, it doesn't really leave an aftertaste. Mine is probably a lot weaker than yours though.
  178. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    banana dukan flavouring

    I have only tried it in my yoghurt and added sweetener so not sure. If I pluck up the courage when I have finished my drink I will go and try a bit out of the bottle. :D
  179. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    banana dukan flavouring

    I bought some banana essence today from a Chinese supermarket and that smells just like pear drops. Not sure if I am keen on the taste, I added a few drops to some homemade yoghurt but had to add quite a bit of Candarel to make it taste edible. My husband says it smells just like banana...
  180. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Mine is quite new and it worked fine, another batch due to go on later. ;)
  181. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Don't forget though this may not work in the summer months when it gets warmer, you may need to leave it for the 3 hours then as the room will be warmer.
  182. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    That sounds more like yoghurt cheese, I think I would be putting a bit of the drained whey back in to thin it out a bit, unless I wanted to make soft cheese. I think the second stage ie the 3 hour wait, is to bring the temp down so that it doesn't kill of the live bacteria in the starter...
  183. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Stabilization Are you supposed to weigh yourself daily in Stabilization?

    I am sure it is in the book somewhere but do you continue to check your weight daily still when you change over to the stabilization phase?
  184. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Think I am going to go to stabilization 10 days early, losing hair

    Still here, changed my mind and decided to stick with it until the end. Only about a week to go to the end of conso. Will just make sure I continue to eat lots of protein and veg once I have completed the diet.
  185. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Well I unwrapped it at 8.30pm and it looked at least as thick as normal. I usually leave it in the crockpot and chill it in the fridge for a few hours before I strain it. Hopefully it will be as good as always in the morning.
  186. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    omg! someone is making dukan bread & selling on ebay!

    Well the slices look nice but the top looks burnt! They will think they have a lot of interested buyers when the viewing counter increases, unless they read this thread which they probably will if they are ' into Dukan '. ;)
  187. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    What is the best tip/quote about diets you have ever heard?

    “You can be fat and love yourself. You can be fat and have a great damn personality. You can be fat and sew your own clothes. But you can't be fat and healthy.” Susan Powter
  188. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    I am trying this now but added the extras after 1 1/2 hrs, just to see how it comes out. Roll on 8.30pm then I can see what the outcome is. ;)
  189. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    question for dontwanttobefatandfifty

    I think that is lovely when a cat can feel so safe and feels like it can trust you enough to come into your home like that. At least he will help you keep your heating bill down, bet he sleeps on your knee a lot, your own personal hot water bottle! :D
  190. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    You are right about the washing up, they only need a quick wash really but they do seem to be a chore, perhaps it's because their are 12 to wash and dry. :D
  191. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    I don't add it either, or the milk powder which means I have more milk powder saved for my s/c yoghurt! ;)
  192. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    I do have a Prestige muffin tin which I place my silicone cases in (I use the tin for support for normal muffins but these don't rise as much), but I only seem to get 8 so I will try putting less mixture in. I normally cook for 20 mins in my fan oven but shall try 16 next time. Thanks Chris.
  193. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    Does anyone use a bun tray instead of a muffin tray to cook these in? I thought if I used a shallower tray then I could get more muffins which means I can have 6 throughout the day. You could spread these 'treats' (I know they are not really treats but it feels like it) out throughout the day...
  194. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    question for dontwanttobefatandfifty

    Video of mad Lhasa Apso Here she is having a mad 5 mins when she was 11 months old before she had her first haircut, she looks like a mop running around the garden! Notice how I put bubblewrap around the swing legs, she had a clumsy one day and ran straight into one, hence the protection. ;)...
  195. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    question for dontwanttobefatandfifty

    Four week old Ruby, top right, looking like she has had her eyebrows done.
  196. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    question for dontwanttobefatandfifty

    We did say we wouldn't have another dog when our last 12 year old Lhasa died but the house was so empty. We waited 1 year before buying Ruby and she was well worth the wait. I hope you get as much pleasure from you little fella as we get from ours. :D
  197. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    question for dontwanttobefatandfifty

    The experts claim that they don't need a great deal of exercise, but any dog will get bored or depressed if they don't get taken for a decent walk. I used to take mine on a 10 min (5 min there and back) walk a couple of times a day and she was happy with that. Now that I am doing Dukan she gets...
  198. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Food Flavourings?

    Just rang my nearest Whittards and they don't have the box sets in, seems they sell out quite quickly. They do have a special offer on at the minute which is 3 bottles for the price of 2 ie 3 250ml bottles for £9. She did say that she has heard that people use them to flavour cakes etc but...
  199. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Food Flavourings?

    I have just found a Ciao review on the Gingerbread Coffee Syrup. Whittard Of Chelsea Coffee Syrup - Review - Spice up your coffee Ingredients: Sugar, Water, Natural Spices Extracts, Flavouring, Acidifying Agent: Citric Acid, Preservative Agent: E202.
  200. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Food Flavourings?

    Not sure what these are like in muffins, yoghurt etc but if you have a Whittard of Chelsea shop nearby they may be worth a try. Coffee Syrup | Coffee | Whittard of Chelsea
  201. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Food Flavourings?

    I have just found this site but the delivery is expensive unless you spend £50, then it is free, otherwise £6.99. They are huge bottles though, would be ok if you were to share the delivery cost with a friend. Syrups & Flavours
  202. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    question for dontwanttobefatandfifty

    Thanks folks! I think she is a little cutie but I am biased of course. :D It takes me ages when I take her for a walk as she wants to give everyone she sees a cuddle and lots of people stop us to speak to Ruby.
  203. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    Great, I will give these a go at the weekend for a change. ;)
  204. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    What measurements do you use Ellie and how do you make your carrot cake style ones? Ta. :D
  205. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    question for dontwanttobefatandfifty

    This was her first week with us at 2 months old. :D Just shows you how much their colour changes, she is 4 and has lost most of those dark colours now.
  206. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    question for dontwanttobefatandfifty

    Hiya! Yep, she is mine, that was her 'Sorry mummy!' picture. :D She is a Lhasa Apso although people think that she is a Shih Tzu, but she has a normal muzzle where a Shih Tzu has a flat face. lhasa apso - Google Search :D I'll post some more pics for you later when I am on the main pc.
  207. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    Mmmmmm! They sound nice, think I may try that when I have used up my Muller strawberry yoghurt. ;)
  208. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP help sugar craving

    Ok, thanks, I shall pop into Aldi and buy some tomorrow. Ta. http://www.aldi.co.uk/uk/html/product_range/product_range_17479.htm ;)
  209. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP help sugar craving

    So does it take a bit of chewing like jerky?
  210. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP help sugar craving

    I see some members mention Bresaola. Is this soft though, like ham or tougher like Biltong, Jerky?
  211. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP help sugar craving

    Sainsburys sell Biltong, I tried some the other month when it was on offer but wasn't too keen. I chewed it for a while and ended up taking what looked like chewed up string out of my mouth to bin! http://www.sainsburys.co.uk/groceries/index.jsp?bmUID=1318501129738 I had tried the Beef Jerky...
  212. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    Well, when I used milk powder they would rise quite high but then sink again and be very moist in the middle. Without the milk powder, they don't look to rise as much so don't sink as much if you know what I mean and feel thicker when you bite into them, more dense. I will have a go tomorrow...
  213. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    I tweaked the recipe last night (I am in second stage of conso and still losing which I don't really want), so I used a Muller Lite Strawberry, left out the milk powder again and only used 2 tbs of Splenda and half a tsp of Condensed Milk Essence as well as the vanilla. They are lovely. If...
  214. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Think I am going to go to stabilization 10 days early, losing hair

    :doh: That's where I should have put them. I thought I had found a bag of marbles in the bottom of the veg basket! Told you I don't eat much veg. Only joking about the marbles, I lost those some time ago. :silly:
  215. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Think I am going to go to stabilization 10 days early, losing hair

    Well, I have been reading a few threads about it and lots of people have experienced it on diets and say it grows back when they have finished whichever diet they were on. I have never been a massive fruit and veg fan, it has probably caught up with me! Best I get used to eating more green...
  216. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Think I am going to go to stabilization 10 days early, losing hair

    I started my Dukan journey in July with only a stone to lose which I have now lost. I was 9st 5lbs, now 8st 4lbs which isn't a lot to some here but I am only 5' tall and 'small boned/framed'. I do lose hair and have been to the doc and had blood tests etc (before I started my diet) and he...
  217. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP I have to ask....but WHY am I so constipated?

    Yep, that def works for me, Kenco with semi skimmed does the trick for me. :D
  218. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP turkey meatballs

    Sounds lovely, will have to give it a try, I have some turkey mince in the fridge, may make this tonight. Ta! ;)
  219. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    Can anyone tell me what the significance of the milk powder is please? There doesn't seem to be a difference without it. Ta. ;)
  220. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Cruise PP Toffee Muffins

    Whenever I make these they tend to rise and then flop and end up looking like yorkshire puddings. I changed the recipe last night and I found them to be more dense, it felt more like eating a cake than a bit of batter, although still moist because of the eggs. I used 3 eggs instead of 4...
  221. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    I wonder if it is because of room temperature, have you had the heating on? One of mine was thicker the other day when it was quite warm, the room it was in catches a lot of light in the afternoon.
  222. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Yes, that is enough, just make sure you use a decent yoghurt to start off with ie Yeo Valley Organic, it is only 48p a tub and that will be enough for about 5 lots of yoghurt. Although you can save some to use as a starter from your made up batch (before you strain it). I don't bother now, I...
  223. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Kirsty, just my opinion but if your slow cooker is burning milk on low after only 2 1/2 hours it sounds like it is faulty. I wouldn't try it again. If it def was set to low and burned then I would buy another slow cooker for safety reasons, it shouldn't be getting that hot on low. They are...
  224. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Good luck Kirsty, hope you like it and don't forget if it isn't thick enough for you it can easily be strained using a cotton hankie and a colander. ;) It is thick enough for most but I like my yoghurt to be almost clotted cream thickness (it does thin out when so thick if you stir it).
  225. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    You are welcome ;) . It is weird how you lovingly wrap it up though, I do the same too! :D I forgot to stock up on uht and didn't make any last night :cry:, will have to stock up today. By the look of the economic outlook, uht will def be one of the things to stock up on before the price...
  226. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    If you cook it for 1 min on both sides it will be very crunchy. Just keep an eye on it though if doing that as there is a chance it may burn, depending on the strength of your microwave. Surprising how much they hold together when dunked in a cuppa when they are crunchier. :D
  227. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Consolidation bread/pasta

    I couldn't find the dry weight for the pasta in mine, well, not by using the index anyway. Can anyone tell me what page that is on please? My book is the 2010 edition. Ta!
  228. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Consolidation bread/pasta

    The book says to 'take a proper 225g 8oz serving' of pasta which will be cooked weight, no idea what that is in dry weight though. It says 2 slices of wholemeal bread but not sure of the weight of that, it doesn't seem to say in the book. It seems some things are different on his site but I am...
  229. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    electric yoghurt makers ??

    Same here with my s/c yoghurt. They don't know what they are missing. ;)
  230. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Attack The good the bad (& the ugle!)

    Page 343 of his book says 'Correct constipation with rhubarb or fresh mineral water rich in magnesium on an empty stomach'. I buy the tins of rhubarb in light syrup from Tesco and drain it well, that seems to do the trick with me, or a cup of strong white coffee.
  231. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    What sweetner do you prefer?

    It has been bugging me as to what the aftertaste of Splenda reminded me of. Does anyone else think it tastes slightly like liquorice?
  232. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄► Easy Homemade Slow Cooker Yoghurt - UPDATED ◄►

    Another plus from this yoghurt, I use mine to spread on my wholemeal bread instead of spread (in 2nd stage of conso), sure beats eating dry bread. ;)
  233. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Has anyone finished the entire diet, then regained their lost weight?

    Dr Dukan says that if you follow the diet all the way through you will not gain weight again. My husband was asking what stops you from putting on all of your lost weight again, even if you follow the required steps, water, oatbran, walking, pp thursday etc. Has anyone put a tidy sum of weight...
  234. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    electric yoghurt makers ??

    When I strain my s/c yog I put a colander over a bowl and put a cotton handkerchief on top of the seive and tuck it in around the sides. I then pour the yog into it and leave in the fridge for a few hours. You will be amazed at the amount of whey tha drains off it, almost half if you leave it...
  235. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    I make my own yoghurt in the slow cooker using low fat uht milk (semi skimmed 1.6% fat although I know I should use skimmed but I like thick yoghurt!). I used to buy the Lite Greek Style from Tesco but I know a lot of people use Total yoghurt but it is expensive. ;)
  236. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    Do you use milk or yoghurt? The one in the photo was made using yoghurt, the ones I made with milk were more delicate and didn't hold together as well. ;)
  237. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    That would certainly put me off using ginger for a while! Try a bit of Mixed Spice, that is nice. If anyone doesn't have any but already have spices in their cupboard, mixed spice consists of Cinammon, Coriander Seed, Caraway, Nutmeg, Ginger!!!! (sorry Dgirl) :D and Cloves. ;)
  238. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    You are right Maintainer, I have amended it to skimmed milk or ff yoghurt. ;)
  239. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    What do you flavour your plain yoghurt with?

    Just tried this and I will def be making it again. :D It was lovely. Ta! ;)
  240. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    Yes, that's another way to eat it. Don't know about you though but I have a sweet tooth so these hit the spot!
  241. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    What sweetner do you prefer?

    Haven't got a clue what Aspartame is, quite ignorant where these things are concerned. Off to google it now, ta.
  242. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    * Original post updated with photos * Enjoy your biscuit! :D
  243. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    What sweetner do you prefer?

    Thanks for that, I too find it sometimes leaves and aftertaste. I will have to give Canderel a try.
  244. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    I made one today but used some of my slow cooker yoghurt (strained) instead of milk. It seemed to hold it together more than the milk. I made it from memory and used 1 tsp of Splenda instead of ½ tsp, it was a lot tastier using 1 tsp. ;) I also added mixed spice as well as a bit of ground...
  245. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    Glad that you liked it, what did you put in to flavour it, cinnamon or ginger? I have only tried the cinnamon so far.
  246. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    Crunchy Dukan Biscuits

    It is 2½ tbs, 3 on stabilization. ;) Homemade recipes with Dukan Oat Bran - My Dukan Diet Shop
  247. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    I haven't tried it yet but they would probably be ok with plain yoghurt instead of the milk. Another use for our slow cooker yoghurt maybe folks! ;)
  248. Don'tWantToBeFatAnd50!

    ◄ 1½ Minute Microwave Oatbran Biscuit ►

    This is ideal if you have forgotten your daily oatbran quota, perhaps it is too late to make a gallette etc. 2 tbs Oatbran 1 tbs Skimmed Milk or Fat Free Plain Yoghurt ½ tsp Splenda Sprinkling of cinammon or ginger etc (1/4 tsp Schwartz Mixed Spice works really well) Mix all ingredients...
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