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Things are well and truly back on track. I am finding joy in taking care of myself and have dyed my hair booked in a cut and had a manicure/pedicure. I'm taking much more pride in my appearance and in my well-being especially my emotional health. Things are on a good path :) Lauren xX

I am back to my pre holiday weight Despite all that has happened since coming home and I'm feeling very happy Got into some size 10 jeans and now looking firmly forward to the future! A million exciting things that I can see on the horizon... Lauren xX

Hi Wondering your tricks for staying on track when going through the tougher times in life.... Any ideas you may have please share Lauren xX

Hi Barbara It's the same it pretty much states the the book isn't a weight loss book it may help but not to expect the just changing your habits may not make a massive change. It appears to be a waver so there's no complains about people not losing weight. It also states your body will reach a...

Ah your outlook is great! No need to be rigid or over think about food with this is there? I'd gone back to bingeing a bit after hols but I think I'm back on track. Ive reread the instinctive eating chapters of the book and am back to my normal self again after feeling bloated and horrible...

You are very welcome I'm pleased it's helping you as much as it has me It certainly changed my outlook to food! It's great that your seeing results already!!! And your doing so well keep it up and keep me up to date one here we can use it as the mindful eating forum so to speak to keep each...

Feeling extremely full today probably due to adjusting back to normal from my holidays! Y body always goes all over the place when I go away and I'm extremely bloated from well you can guess where I'm going with that! I have ony managed a coffee and a custard cream so far today! Not good I know...

It will change the way you look at foods and diets forever! Just back from holiday and had a fab time! Haven't over eaten just now need to start thinking about the content of what I'm eating again!!! Lauren xX

I'm doing mindful eating and just being healthy really trying not to deprive myself as I can over eat if I think I'm dieting so to speak lol Lauren xX

I agree if it's making you happy its worth the cost! I did celebrity slim as a quick fix last year before my holidays and got to 9st11 then in like 2 weeks but I couldn't cope I felt weak and couldn't train at the gym. So after holiday I put it all back on lol purely because I went from eating...

Good luck Hope it goes well for you Of course everyone is here to keep you going if you ever hit a bump xxxx

On the Cambridge diet do you build back up to normal meals again? Read a bit about its first stage just no further! I'm doing mindful eating so I know weight loss will be slower but I've not had to make many drastic changes or anything to lose which has been a plus as I can't stick to diets at...

Hi Ahh let's do it together!! Yeah I'm not rushing it if it's going to stay off it'll probably come off slowly! I want it to be a very natural weight loss not fads no quick fixes! Just me begin a healthy weight for my height and for my self! I am getting happier but 9st has always been where I...

It's always this last part thy gets me tho!! I always take 2lbs off ten put 1lbs on etc so I'm not making my goal too early so don't stress and give up lol I'm one of those all or nothing people x

Despite a week of celebration for grandads 70th I have managed to stay at 9st 11 this may be thanks to the sickness bug I have had but I hope to remain here throughout my holiday through eating mindfully and healthily as we are self catering :) I go away tomorrow till next Friday so i will...

I'm hoping to be at goal by my 21st birthday in December I've lost 1st1lb so far this year only 11lbs to go but this will be the hard time! Hope to be there before my 21st but not pushing for it! Lauren x

It was a really good programme I watched it the other night on iplayer understand it more now. I think it's possible to fast however I'd be frightened it would bring back my bingeing tendencies and I'd put my weight back on! However if in the future when I haven't binged for a year or so it may...

I'll be using it to record progress but more so after my holiday! I'll try and keep it as up to date as possible Lauren xX

Fasting sounds scary to me!! It's probably fine as your body is getting calories but I've always been lead to believe you can't go below 1,200 calories a day if you want to be healthy? I think weight loss is about self awareness. Knowing what you want and what works for you. Also not over...

Ooo they look delicious!!! Could you put the recipe in the gl recipe sticky?? I'd love to try it :) Fab about the new job sounds like things are going well :) love gearing your good news Lauren xX

Had a few days of non mindful eating need to get my head back in it!! I've sat this morning re-reading the important parts of the book to get me started! It's been my grandads 70th birthday and he had an all say party yesterday so I've had a brilliant time!!! But back to acknowledging what I'm...

Thanks for sharing Em You deserve to take back control and show him that he hasn't ruined you life if anything our a better stronger person now Lauren xX

It's nice to feel in control of your diet don't you find? And now you know yourself you know what you can do and you know when things are slipping back to old habits. Your right about not worrying about the things you can't control when you have a better outlook everything falls into place :)...

Amazing!!!!! This is so good congrats I'm very happy for you Lauren xX

Maybe you have a special occasion coming up... Or a holiday Perhaps you just can't stand being the size you are any more, you have health problems or you doing it to stave off health problems. Personally I'm doing this for me since I put on the weight over 3 years ago I've wanted to get it...

Ahh thanks for the encouragement I'm definitely going to try it and see how it feels I just think that my weight loss so far hasn't made a massive difference to my clothes size namely trouser size and that's the part of me that I wanted to change the most so getting the extra 11lbs may do that...

Good idea I'll work towards that goal and stop when I feel I suit that size and if I reach some form of plateau I'll see it may be okay but I'll take it slow Lauren x

Eat what you love love what you eat is a great book It gives you lots of ways to work on getting back to eating instinctively. It's gives you techniques of how to figure it out etc I got it on my kindle for under £5 Xxxx

I agree Em. I am a nursing student and I took a mindfulness course and it really makes me appreciate everything more! Lauren xX

Hi everyone I've just reassessed my goal and as I was 4lbs off my initial goal 9st7lbs I thought I would drop that to 9st but didn't know if that was going too far. It's 11lbs more to lose and so far I haven't struggled to get the weight off. My target isn't till my 21st birthday in December so...

Also thought I would share another of my dresses as I can fit into them all now :) And all my size 10/12 clothes. In fact I've just bought a size 10 Mac from Asda :)

Sat at my desk on placement with a massive thermal cup of apple and ginger tea! I am bored out of my mind but only for till Friday left :) Lauren xX

Your shopping makes me so hungry! It all looks lovely can't wait to hear your weeks menu Lauren xX

I've just read up on slimming pods they sound great! And even better that they are helping so many people. I'd never heard of them until now. On another note I ate 2 fajitas last night and it was far too much for me!! I spent the night after feeling sick and in pain. Usually I'll walk the dog...

Thanks cupcake! I am really well thanks hope you are too!

Eat what you Love Love what you eat hasn't really imposed any rules at all, its more like ways to detect hunger etc. i couldn't stick to any promgramme that imposed rules tried a few but failed at the month mark and just found it really difficult and depriving xxxxx

Emotional eating and bingeing when things got on tips of me. Not thinking about whether I'm really hungry or need that food, not stopping when I'm full even if it's a healthy meal! I was surprised when I started mindful eating that it only took around 2 cupped handfuls of food to fill a...

What a good thread. I have to admit that I know when my beauty routine slips that my mindset is slipping too. I moisturise everyday and have a number of hair care routines I do due to having hard to tame hair! I also regularly manicure me nails and exfoliate. I know when I stop this I'm...

Pleased to help. It is very simple no fads no rules and your never deprived because you can have anything you want, when you want it :) It gets rid of having good and bad food so there's no guilt It's the easiest I've ever lost weight and I have never felt like I was trying to diet or...

Not sure if I'm in the right place but I've been doing mindful eating for the past two months and have lost a stone so far just wanted to see your thoughts on this. Basically I read a book called eat what you love love what you eat. It was my last stop before the doctors to stop my emotional...

Thanks No I haven't I'll check them out love nice dresses have too many to wear mind haha Xxxx

Just thought I would share a photo or two to show my journey so far :) Just a few photos the orange top was my starting point a few years ago I've struggled gone up and down a few times and the red and black dress is me now :) Lauren xX

Go cupcake You can do it we are all here to support you if needed Lauren xX

Had a hard week on the food front! Been extremely hungry all week but hoping to get back to my mindful eating again ASAP hopefully tomorrow!! Still losing weight slower then I have been but it has to slow at some point right? I've exercised less then usual so I'm getting back into that too...

I'm the same my boobs have always been big so I'm normally a size 12 because of them! I haven't tried any size 10 jeans on yet going to try get to where I want to be then try them on haha! But I am chuffed to be in a size 10 dress :)

Very pleased for you ladies! It's lovely to see how happy you are :) I bought 2 dresses from dotty ps online in size 12 got them and tried them on and they were too big!! One of them looked like a tent haha. So I had to exchange them for the size 10 and they look lovely :) Lauren x

Glad to find you well!! That dress is fab and you look lovely! Keep going and keep us upto date Lauren xX

Yeah go you!!! Well done bet they look fab too Lauren x

Come on ladies share you nsv's!!! I love hearing them They are such an important part of weightloss Lauren xX

Looks good the only thing I would say is to add some protein to every snack say your morning snack could be an apple and small slice of cheese. Just makes the snack more filling... However of your not having any hunger problems then there's no need to change anything Lauren xX

This week is going well Got all my results for this year at uni and got a first :) couldn't be happier with that! Took a sneaky step on the scales at a clinic I was in with uni and I've lost another 2.5lbs hopefully they will stay off till my next injection Lauren xX

Well I'm posting again!! I wore size 10 trousers to work today!!! I am amazed haven't fitted in any size 10 since I was age 16 :) Lauren xxx

Thought I would start a new thread concerning all the achievements we are making away from the scales!! Love to hear all you inspiring NSVs!!!! I'll start :) Got back into my size 12 work pants with no squishing or pinching :) Lauren xX

I stopped for around 2 month and put all my weight back on so I know the feeling but you can do it! I've managed to get much of what I put on back off again!! Lauren xX

Another good few days! I have walked the dog for 2 hours 40 mins today and feel great bar the bad stomach created by a white flour tortilla earlier!! Now sipping a peppermint tea and hugging my hot water bottle to make my belly better! Hope your all well and hope to hear from you soon :)...

Welcome back we are all here to help :) Good luck x

Big hugs! Sending my love and well wishes! Hope to hear from you soon and that things will look up in the very near future Lauren xxx

Glad your well know the feeling! Ive been walking loads since my shoulder injury due to not being allowed to do other things and finding its just not enough with working 9-5 I can't get swimming in public swim times so I feel a bit lost! However I had my weight done at the doctors for my depo...

It's helped me and I was a regularly bingeing! Its good for anyone who tends to overeat at Neal times too! They went okay just waiting for the results now and I hate waiting! Lol How's things with you? Lauren xX

The forum is very quiet at the moment hope your all well?! Just checking in and letting you know I'm doing well and finding genuine pleasure in eating food and savour it's flavour! Hope to hear from you all soon :) Lauren xX

It's my fitness pal online and apple app It tracks calories eaten and calories burnt in exercise xx

This week has been good! I have started reading about mindful eating in a book called eat what you love love what you eat! It's helping a lot with my binges! I feel much more incharge and I'm eating much smaller meals but feeling constantly satisfied! Which is brilliant for me as I used to have...

This week has been good so far... Today has gone like this so far B- slice of burgen toasted with a thin layer of organic peanut butter S- banana L- Greek salad, feta cheese and olives (proper Greek style) S- low fat fruit yoghurt and 2 prunes Haven't decided on dinner yet :/ Lauren xX

Food sounds fab! I had exactly the same breakfast :) Good on you for going to the class! Your goal of toning up sounds good! If your weigh is stable and you're happy then toning is the way forward Good luck Lauren xX

Thanks cupcake I'm getting there! This placement is really helping with my food! Its 8:30-5 so I can eat breakfast and dinner at home! There's nowhere really around the team base o eat so not tempted to not take lunch and buy a sandwich! I'm managing to say no to the office biscuits and...

Another good day Breakfast- muesli with banana grapes and low fat yoghurt Lunch- seeded wrap with reduced fat hummus, peppers and tomatoes! Some cherries after Dinner- butternut squash, butter been and edamame bean with sprinkle of light cheese Snacks- seeds, apples and a scoop of light ice...

Last few days have been very good! Started most days with either muesli fruit and yoghurt or porridge! Had soup or a wrap for lunch Been snacking on fruit and nuts Dinner has been pasta arabriata with salad or fish and veg! Not going to badly I have replaced all drinks with water or...

Thank you Molly! I have finished my exams and my final assignment of my first year :) So from tomorrow I will be around a lot more! I am planning my meals for the week, I start a new placement on Monday but this one is community so only one meal to take with me each day :) Big shop tomorrow...

Well done!!! Your doing fab!!! Health and well being is a fab goal. Lauren xx

Inspiring words cupcake!! That is my new outlook on things I am not weighing myself! I am going on my personal feelings because it's about my feeling healthy and happy not trying to be the perfect BMI :) Food looks delicious i can't wait to get back into gl properly after this last week I'm...

Hi ladies I've had family up for over the last week then an exam and I'm currently finish my final assignment of the uni year so it's a stressful time!! Hence the lack of posting hope your all well Lauren xX

Thanks Cali! :) So yesterday wasn't as bad as I thought Sadly I had a few alcoholic drinks and felt so full I was unable to eat all afternoon and I am starving today :( Calculated all my calories for yesterday and they only came in 22 over my daily target which was good! I also did a lot of...

The jubilee celebrations look fab! Hope your enjoying yourself! Lauren xx

Well done!! Keep up the good work! Lauren x

Thanks molly I'll be strong and get back to normal tomorrow Lauren x

Hi ladies Today's going to be tough!! I'm going to a festival and as you can imagine the food choices will be burgers, hot dogs and not a salad leaf insight!! I'm hoping to go outside of the festival for dinner but you never know what will happen at these things!! Lauren xX

Food on the jubilee Not that it's been Different from my normal diet! Breakfast- porridge with apple and cinnamon Snack- apple Lunch- sweet potato and carrot soup with a slice of multigrain bread Snack- nakd bar Dinner- cod with a sweet potato and a salad of lettuce, beetroot, cucumber and...

Today's food Breakfast- porridge with cinnamon, apple and cranberries Snack- nuts and seeds Lunch homemade carrot and coriander soup with half slice of multigrain bread Dinner- chicken sausages in a bean chili with salad Snack multigrain crackers with cheese and a nakd bar Lauren x

I am but only in the form of advice and exercises to do for it. Im going to attempt to find a place to massage it and see how it feels after a couple of those. I mean im used to the pain now it more just annoying that i have to put up with it and they wont perscribe me anymore pain killers not...

Hi It's hard to adjust at first. I know I've found all my meals are a lot smaller due to having to eat every 2-3 hours. I have a really small breakfast or some days have a snack then eat the larger meal midmorning. That might be something to try out to help Lauren x

I have torn a muscle for the second time and it's been like this for a whole thought steadily gotten worse! As it a tear and movement could cause it to retear so I've been told to reframe from most exercise types bar swimming and walking! I used to run but that really hurts. Infact it hurts all...

Hi cupcake your doing well and in such hard times!! Just proves your strength as a person All the best Lauren x

Today's food... Breakfast- porridge with sultanas and sunflower seeds Snack- nuts, seeds and fruit mix Lunch- homemade veg soup with slice of multigrain bread Snack- low fat yoghurt Dinner- sweet potato with veg and lentil stew sprinkling of cheese on top. An apple and a berry cheeky bar

I know malteaser there's just no need for it! I find that I'm often to busy to post when on a placement or at uni full time. Just so happens that now I'm luckily getting a bit of time off to be able to check myself in check a bit more! At times some people jus need to concentrate on themselves...

Today's menu... Breakfast- muesli with banana and yoghurt Snack- nut and seeds mix Lunch- left over pasta from yesterday with some salad. Snack- 1 ginger nut Dinner- chicken casserole with green beans, pepper, new potatoes and 2 small Yorkshire

Just wanted to let you all in on the treatment I got from some of the people on the healthy eating forum! I was looking over my threads today and found 1 women had pursued to ask me why the healthy eating people are unfriendly? The said basically that I shouldn't be on there due to my lack of...

Thanks ladies!! I hope I can stick at it this time hoping to make a positive life change Lauren x

Food sounds yummy Molly! I love bean stew! Could eat you menu everyday Lauren x

Breakfast- porridge with cinnamon, sunflower seeds, dried apricots and sultanas made with water 1 cup of coffee Lunch- homemade veg soup with a slice of multigrain bread and a slice of ham and light cheese Dinner- pesto with pasta, tuna and roasted veg Snacks- banana, couple of squares of...

Hi ladies I have been away for a while been pretty down since getting a shoulder injury and have put on a load of weight :/ which doesn't help the happiness... However after seeing a physio I have been told what exercise I am allowed to do and shall see if it helps any. I'm back on plan and...

Been away for the weekend again. All in all been pretty good with food. I'll probably have to start a weekly update from now possibly 2 times weekly as I'm on a very busy period at uni ATM Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I would look at things and meals for it's overall gl rather then each item Good luck x Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Today... Breakfast- Porridge and a cup of coffee Lunch- Dinner- Snacks- Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Try checking out the low GI recipes too there's a lot more published about GI and they are closely linked! I have the 100 cal nakd bars, oat ginger or spiced fruit biscuits and make my own low gl sweet snacks. I can't help with the crisps as I'm not a big crisp fan. Hope this is of some small...

Today.... Breakfast- banana, blueberry and pineapple with yoghurt. (not low GL I know but that's the fruits we have in and as long as its healthy I'm not complaining :) ) Lunch-chicken salad wrap Dinner-Mexican bean soup Snacks- apple Drinks-water and coffee Sent from my iPhone using...

I try every year haven't managed since about 5 years ago think ill do it this year tho! Hoping to break the binge cycle by giving it up Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

That korean food sounds lovely think I would eat tins of that too! I've had a mixy day myself as lent starts tomorrow thought I might have my last chocolate bar and opted for the total wrong thing! But I'll be great from now on with the knowledge that I can't binge eat on chocolate which is...

They are a helpful guide! The holford or gallop books are good and cheap on amazon. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Back from my weekend away! Had a fab time haven't overly thought about what I was eating but it's not been terrible. Starting back on track tomorrow I've planned the day out already. Breakfast- fruit and yoghurt Lunch- hummus and salad wrap Dinner- butternut squash soup from baxters Sent...

Breakfast- porridge, berries, cinnamon, skimmed milk, low fat yoghurt. Lunch- chickpea and vegetable broth. Dinner- Snacks- Apple, Babybel light, Drinks- 1 coffee, water and herbal tea. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I like to have a covent garden soup in the fridge but I've just discovered baxters are doing a soup designed to keep you full so I've got a few of them in the cupboard. Marksys do a fab fuller for longer range when you can't be bothered to cook. Failing that I always have leftovers in the...

Portion size is very important! Make sure you have 1/4 of your plate protein 1/4 of your plate carbs and the rest veg/ fruit Fill up on water/herbal teas. I have a glass before and with each meal and more in between. I always have a stock of hummus, babybels, low fat yoghurt, nuts, veg and...

herbs and spices are great!! its really easy to make a nice sauce with some stock herbs and spices or my personal fave home made chilli sauce out of lime, fresh chilli, garlic, ginger and sprinkle of brown sugar :) its also important to remember that you can use a higher gl sauce if the meal is...

yeah being a nursing student is really hectic...especially when out on placement and thinking about the mega work load! all a case of balance....just wish i knew how to keep my diet balanced as well as i do my work :/ i'll get through it as long as im very prepared with it and don't over...

Hi and welcome I have been off low GI for a week or so now an I would say I felt amazing on low GI and now I feel like s***! I'm coming back as of tomorrow! Hope it goes well keep us up to date Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Thanks Cali I'm pleased to be back I was very happy when I was doing low GL. I will struggle slightly this weekend as I'm away for a girly weekend however the only problem with be lack of exercise and alcohol. Not a big drinker but not sure what the best type of alcoholic drink is. I'll...

Hi guys, Only been gone a week but I can't cope with healthy eating I need something with more stability! Plus the people weren't very friendly over there :( I'm giving up weighing myself my trainer at the gym has banned me from the scales he says go on how you feel in your clothes because I'm...

Right I'm back been very bad with my food but now I'm back on track Breakfast- special k with semi skimmed milk and a coffee Lunch- half a chicken salad sandwich from tescos and half a bottle of dr pepper Dinner- Snacks- Horlicks light, coffee, water Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Naughty couple of days :/ not good but over and done Today Breakfast- weetabix made with skimmed milk and a tsp of sugar free jam. Cup of coffee with little milk Lunch- Dinner- Snacks- Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Good luck!! Here to support you And when you need any help Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Good luck! I'm sure your motivated but if you need anything theres always someone on here to help Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Good luck guys!!! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Day 3 Breakfast- 1 slice of burgen bread with light olive spread and sugarfree Jam. 1 orange quartered. Lunch- meditteranean wrap with garlic hummus, lettuce, red pepper and tomato. Dinner- Butternut squash, sweet potato and chickpea curry. Snacks- 2 stem ginger oat biscuits[, hobnob medley...

No your not I'm in!! I want to not self sabotage at all this month :) Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I know how your feeling. A few years ago I gained loads of weight and felt like everything was on top of me. I find that eating healthy makes me look at things more positively and that puts a lot more things on course I've maintained my weight loss for 4 years and I've even lost more through...

Food sounds lovely Love cupcakes!!!!! Might make some this weekend :) Your doing great keep it up Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Feeling much better thanks everyone I hope you all understand this but I'm find low GI hard as I have a boyfriend who loves potato in any form bar sweet and a very hectic lifestyle which means I now have hardly anytime to cook or bake. I love low gi and will try to eat same portion sizes and...

Day 2 Todays food Breakfast- 1 chocolate weetabix with skimmed milk Lunch- Marks and Spencers Eat Well Sun dried tomato and pasta salad. 1 digestive medley bar Dinner- Fuller for Longer far eastern chicken Snacks- Orange and Chocolate muller light Drinks- Mug of coffee, mug of hot spiced...

Off to hospital this morning isn't it funny how you want food all the more when they tell you not to eat!!! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Day 1(starting again after illness) Back to full health today Breakfast- cinnamon porridge made with skimmed milk and water with sprinkle of caster sugar Lunch- wholemeal roll with chicken, lettuce and tomato (I've brought 2 in case as they are small) Dinner- (the plan is) fuller for longer...

I agree with you all the only way of sustaining weight loss is eating things you enjoy and not over eating! I find if I stop myself from eating something I want it more and eat 10 times more then I would normally. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Rest of yesterday was a write off with having a sickness bug I've not really been able to eat an what I have eaten hasn't stayed down. Still feeling rotten today with a bad stomach and stuff I'll see if I eat anything later or not. Most likely be a takeaway tho as not up to cooking probably...

Thanks fulltum Breakfast- porridge oats made with water and a dash of skimmed milk. Served with half an apple, a sprinkle of cinnamon and a tsp of caster sugar. 1 cup of coffee Glass of water Morning snack- 3 Nairns fruit and spice oat biscuits and 3 prunes. 1 cup of coffee Glass of water...

As long as your not feeling hungry, run down or tired through out the day I think you'll be fine. Calories can easily be underestimated and overestimated so I don't think there's a need to count them. I find that I don't eat overly lots of calories some days but other days balance that out...

Hi all I discovered your forum a few weeks ago and have been thinking about switching to good old healthy eating for a while. I have tried many diets not failed as I've never put my weight back on but I have just hit a rut with them. I end up self sabotaging and getting into a guilt spiral. I...

Hi all Just been having a look around the forum and thought I'd join in. I'm a terrible self sabotager if the word diet is involved! Ive been eating healthy for a while now and trying to do this in a low GI way but sometimes I feel there are just too many rules and all i want is simple wholesome...

Didn't update yesterday as I have a sickness bug and spent most my time in bed But better today tho really tired after being sick most of the night Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Thanks guys I've realised I'm self sabotaging which I have done on every diet I've followed. From today I am trying to change my view on this. It is not a diet it is healthy eating and healthy living! I am doing this to change my life and health not to lose weight. It could take years to get...

Well I have a feeling the extra hunger is due to doing 1 hour gym sessions 6 times a week. I am going to see my trainer on Thursday to get a new plan and may take it down to 45 mins a day. I had my injection about 1 week ago and I've been messed up since then do that could be a factor! I am...

I have to say guys I'm really struggling to stick to the plan and I just don't know why? I'm feeling grotty and really need your help in getting me back on track! I feel I've deprived myself too much and now my body is fighting back with tons of cravings and I'm feeling hungry no matter what I...

Sounds lovely Very Japanese today delicious Hope your shoulder is feeling well soon! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Today has been a good day despite my weight remaining the same for 2 weeks I am not disheartened! It will come off at some point and I'm feeling great at the moment Today's food has been good. I am having a takeaway tonight but it's possibly from the healthiest takeaway ever. The chicken kebab...

Apricot and almond cookies 100g dried apricots 100g ground almonds 115g caster sugar 50g plain flour 2 egg whites at room temp Method- preheat oven to 170c and line 2 baking trays with non stick paper 2. Place apricots, ground almonds, flour and sugar in a bowl and mix well 3. whisk well till...

My GI diet book advocates quorn in any form as a good source of protein. From what I know of you put them with some low GI veg and sweet potato it Would be fine no matter if they are high GI or not as the overall GI of the meal would be low/medium Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

A bit of cheese will do no harm and with the grapefruit will make a good mix of carb and protein! I love cheese I couldn't not eat lol especially when my family get any blue cheese in very naught :) You've had a good week well done!!! Keep up the good work and I'll pop that recipe in the...

I'll do it tomorrow for you Ice pop Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Today's been a good day! Had a long walk with the dog this morning B- raisin toast with Philly light (late breaky) L- tuna salad with avacado and loads of veggies S- apple and baby bel D- haddock sweet potato and veg with 2 glasses of white wine Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Did a massive work out today!! Foods been healthy but mainly small snacks so may be hard to write down Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

It's from the dr Jennie brand-miller book I'll post it in the recipes stickies for you Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

hi guys just updating you i've changed my 4th goal to 9st 7lbs by march. this is just because my family are worried i'm trying to get too slim so i told them i'll aim for that see how i feel and if i want i'll attempt to get some more off. also when looking at my boyfriends mum (whom has a...

Your in the right place the only shop I've seen it in was tescos tho Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Thanks for the tips I've got some light baby bels in the fridge which I have for snacks Adding lemon juice to things sounds like a good idea I often do it in fish dishes Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Hi just in reply you can get diet whey shakes and shakes called sculptress designed for women from holland and barrett. Hope that helps! I tend to go in the morning to the gym and have a bowl of porridge at least an hour before and have a protein high snack when I get back like nuts, yoghurt or...

My menu today looks like this B- fruit salad of satsuma, kiwi, nectarine and a few grapes with natural yoghurt and sunflower seeds and linseed on top S- apple and 2 homemade apricot and almond cookies (bigger morning snack as I was going to the gym after uni) L- homemade veg broth S- small...

Its going well especially wiht exercise...im really enjoying it! finding it hard at times to stick to meal plans fully but its to be expected with making new life habits its getting easier to overcome them tho. Plumfoodie: 4 weeks of planned meals (3/4 complete) AshieFan: Exercise for at least...

well done plum. Even if it doesn't happen by the start of feb I don't think it'll be long before you reach it!!

I used to take a sandwich with my healthy b option and then have a big salad with it cos like you i had a big appetite when i was on slimming world. also experiment with rice, couscous, pasta and things like that. I found a tupperware box of pasta salad was a good lunch and took some fruit to...

Hi guys welcome to the group I no longer follow slimming world as my weight loss stalled massive and I couldn't budge a 1lb on it in the end. But any slimming world questions you have I'd be happy to answer as I did it for a few years I'm following low GI but it's nice just to have some support...

Menu looks good Kate Welcome and good luck!! Sweet potato is the best option but baby new potatoes are possibly the lowest of the normal potatoes so I'd go with them! I tend to have them once a week and have lost an average of 2lbs a week since starting so you should be fine!!! Sent from my...

Thanks skerry It's definitely not as evil an experience people see it as!!! B- muesli with apple and natural yoghurt S- 2 apricot and almond cookies L- baked beans and grilled tomatoes on toast S- apple and nutella D- chicken with food doctor couscous and salad And some naughty haribos...

Don't worry the same happened to me through getting my injection I gained 2 lbs but it all came off in two days!! Oo sushi lovely!! I always take lunch with me to avoid the canteen temptation!! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well that's the weekend weight that I put on back off in two days can't say better then that! So 9lbs off in total and my aim is to make it 10lbs by the end of the week :) fingers crossed Been to the gym and pushed my limits like mad today now I know I'm fitter then I thought Sent from my...

That will come off very fast kettle chip Weight gained quickly tends to drop off I find Good luck with it! Hope everyone is well into their plans now and reaping the benefits Keeps updating us :) Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Oops sent that twice Phone told me it failed oh well :) Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Hi ladies hope I find you all well this evening Today had been full of temptations and I managed to resist them all. 1. All my uni friends going to subway for lunch!! I can't say I particularly like subway sandwiches but undo enjoy the nachos. Avoided by going to the newsagents for a bottle of...

Hey ladies hope I find you all well tonight So today has been full of temptation but i resisted it all! It started out with the uni girls going to subway!! The sandwiches for me totally easy to resist but the nachos and cookies are a different matter. So whole they ordered I popped to the...

You've done so well you are an inspiration to us newbies!!!! Keep going and good luck. I'll keep following your journey to see how its going and get ideas Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I find what helps me is a real brew coffee early morning! Failing that a hot peppermint tea, lots of beans, lentils, seeds and nuts Hope that helps Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Just wanted to say I'm feeling slightly friendless on MFP so here's my name if you want to add me Laurenista Thanks Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Definitely!!! I always get peanuts in shells too they take hours to get into so I eat them really slow and feel full very quickly!! I feel I haven't eaten loads today but I'm full and satisfied i only managed 1 slice of toast for breakfast it wasn't me stoping myself I just couldn't fit it...

Well done on the weight loss I don't think it was the tummy bug I think you've been doing so well and you've got to have lost most of that weight without it!! Good luck for the week ahead and hope you feel back to full health soon Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Thanks plum I love them too don't know why but they taste like a treat!!! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

My food for today has gone really well...and I'm so pleased!!!! B- wholegrain toast with peanut butter S- apricot and almond cookie and a small banana L- bowl of homemade veg broth and slice of wholegrain bread S- pistachios in shells D-( is going to be) grilled lamb with a sweet potato salad S-...

Thank you plum and Cali It is a good feeling when people compliment me tho sometimes I get into a bad mindset thro it (think in slightly strange lol) I have started the day off really well Did 45 mins cardio at the gym and burnt 438 calories (but mind you I sweat buckets for that) Ill write...

I enjoyed that post so much it's made me smile :) and laugh a lot Skinny jeans are for all to enjoy but i agree jeggings is not a word!!! It should not be used and it should not be on clothing rails!!! Well family are funny my gran won't say I've lost weight until I tell her I have lol she has...

Another bad day after i was so good yesterday So decided to cook some low GI sweet snacks so i can nibble them if tempted! I've stocked up on hummus and veg sticks, nuts, nakd bars, eat natural snack bars, peanut butter, lots of fruit and veggies an my usual stock for my meal plan I'm...

Haven't written for yesterday It was a fab gl day despite going out on a night out B- porridge with fruit and nut mix (made with water) L- red pepper hummus with celery, carrot and multigrain crackers for dipping and a salad of rocket leaves and tomato. Satsuma S- banana and oat biscuits with...

Thanks plum What low gl friendly foods do you keep in? I'll have to work out which way is best for breakfast cos I definitely am enjoying this diet an wouldn't want to change or mess it up Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Hi all Been finding it hard sticking to plan when having early starts at uni. The problem is I get up at 6 have my breakfast, then consequently end up eating every meal earlier then normal and feel really hungry in the evenings! I have gone off plan a couple of times due to this and would...

Good luck!!!!!!! Let us know how your doing and hope you've been enjoying yourself Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well done on the weight loss Cali!!! Just think 20 more 0.8lbs is 1 stone 2lbs!! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Here is today's plan B- eat natural peanut, almond and honey bar and a coffee (skim milk) S- red grapes and almonds L- multiseed bread with light Philly tomatoes and lettuce S- dried apricots and cashews D- chicken and homemade special fried rice Will be doing Zumba later about 45mins and...

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Cali when I find one I will happily lend it to you all!! Rest of the days like this S- wholegrain slice of toast with thin layer of nutella D- Mexican bean tacos with lettuce and grated Edam (yummmmmmmmy) Probably won't eat anymore as I'm stuffed like a turkey on Christmas Sent from my iPhone...

Thanks for the encouragement Cali! You do all keep me on track :)! It is pouring down with rain and all I can think about is sitting down and doing nothing!!! However I need to tidy up before I can find a seat! Ahh how nice a magic wand would be right now... I'd magic away my last 10/12 lbs...

Thanks plum I was pleased to say tho when I got weighed at the doctors today they confirmed my 9lbs weight loss :) so that's fab very pleased with that so was my nurse as a she said I should attempt to lose half a stone in October so I wasn't at any risk while being on the contraceptive...

I had a slip up yesterday but got straight back to it after so I feel fine about it and doubt it will happen again as I didn't enjoy it :) kept to my exercise regime fully tho Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well guys had a bad day yesterday!!! In the afternoon I pigged out god knows how many calories or how high the gi was and i didn't even enjoy it! Anyway I did a gym session so hoping my metabolism was working super speed and getting rid off it. Think i went all out cos I have been very good the...

Ah I found I was okay appetite wise in depo but the pill my god I was a slug soo lazy and always looking for something to eat put on loads when I was on the pill Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Ah thanks I'll have a look Tbh I'm struggling to get my calories up so it might help :) Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well I think it may be an acquired taste although if you like real minty flavours you'll like it! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

I'm on the depo to and I always get spotting and bloat towards the end of the cycle! It's normal don't worry and I drink peppermint tea it's best for digestion and stomach pain!! Fab for bloat!! Every little definitely helps my diet says to weigh myself daily so I just post every time I lose...

ahhhh just need a rant!!!! ring HSBC online and i cant remember that stupid number because im not allowed to write it down or store it anywhere!! i cant remember how much the last book i bought of amazon cost and i cant remember my memorable place so i have to go through loads of people just to...

Hey guys Well done for the weight loss Hope we are all well I've lost another 1lb this week so far hopefully get another off by the end of the week :) Good luck with weigh ins Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Ooo cheese flapjack I didn't know these existed sound lovely!!! Yey for peppermint tea I'm am a herbal tea lover got a cupboard full :) Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Thanks They are fab and such good company! It's not a chore walking a dog it's more like a privilege and he makes to smile all the time! Even when he's naughty! I'm sure yours do the same Ahh what a good day it is Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Having a lovely day off of exercise and getting household tasks complete!!! Been to the gym for an hour this morning and just got back from a half hour walk with my gorgeous puppy on a lovely crisp frosty day!!! Today is looking like this: B- toast with thin layer of Philadelphia and homemade...

Wow well done Bet your feeling great :) Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

If the craving is too much I'd go for toast and jam other wise try to stave it off if you can! Well done on the weight loss Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Thanks Cali Today looks like this B- muesli, nectarine and half a Banana topped with natural yoghurt S- 3 multigrain crackers with very thin Edam slices L- whole wheat pasta, tinned tomatoes, carrot, sweet corn and red pepper S- 8 peanut halves D- beef cooked in red wine, beef stock and...

Hi annabelle Welcome and good luck Without this forum I definitely think my food plan would be scraped by now! Everyone is lovely and very helpful Making diary entries is a good idea so everyone can help you if you've had a bad day or there's any improvements to be made! Enjoy it and hope to...

Just adding my evening snack A banana and a scoop of light ice-cream (delicious) Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Ahh in do a scheme at my gym where I get weighed monthly. I weigh myself everyday at home just cos i use my wii for for yoga lol And I'm sure you'll be in the right track especially with all the handy tips on here! Good luck Today looks like this B- porridge (skimmed milk) with berries, natural...

Good evening guys Well I thought today was going to be hard as I was bored out of my mind! However I have been on track all day and feel great. No gym today as it was try to let my body recover Went out to the local farm shop for lunch in their beautiful tea room. B- 2 lean rashers of bacon...

I wouldn't worry about it busy days are definitely hard especially a day like this!! I like your saying there it is a marathon and it's not about winning its about the loosing :) Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Well done! Love your positives not gorging is definitely a high!!! I find water intake hard there has been a few days when I have had too much and got stomach pains and other days i feel I probably haven't had enough. I might have to try and measure it more closely Sent from my iPhone using...

Can I just say well done on the exercise front do you exercise everyday?? Food looks yummy and that brunch is making my mouth water Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

My old trousers from my first nursing placement!!! Farrrr to big now Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

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i've just been thinking about inispirations and what we are all striving for and it got me thinking about mine Kim Kardashian

It was hard going but I just thought about the half pound that might put back on me if inhaled all in one Dinner was lovely and I'm now relaxing with my kindle as I've been volunteering as a play therapist tonight need to chill Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Forgot to say thanks guys for the support! I am finding this diet just fits with me better then any other has! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Today's food looks like this B- Bran flakes and sultanas in skimmed milk S- Ginger oat biscuits x3 L- Ham and babybel light sandwich in a multiseed bun with carrot tomatoes and rocket S- fruit salad with low fat natural yoghurt D- haddock with sweet potato wedges and carrots and peas (thought...

well done plum i think 165lbs by valentines day is a very achievable goal and i have no doubt you'll hit it!!!

i'm sure you'll do it. it's just a case of sticking to it as you are now and not being overly strict or overly laid back with it! and knowing that one day or things off plan aren't something to be guilty about just get back to it asap. :D

Almost forgot the recipe for the cookies 100g dried apricots 100g of ground almonds 100g of caster sugar 50g of plain flour 2 egg whites at room temp Preheat oven to 170c and line a baking tray with non stick paper (2 trays of you have 2) Place apricots, almonds, sugar and flour in a bowl and...

Well done on the loss!!! I know what you mean about it just making you feel better! I used to get awful stomach crap and regular heart burn but I don't get it anymore it's such a good feeling And the energy this type of food gives you is amazing I get everything done and more most days now and I...

Well the scales say another 1lb off again so I'm at my initial goal of 7lbs off now going to set another goal for the last 12lbs off by easter!! Hopefully won't have much of a weight dip and it will keep just chipping off :) Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Georgina that is fab well done I've lost 2lbs this week and I'm now officially under 10 stone and sooo pleased about it! Good luck for next week Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Pleased you enjoyed it!!! Good luck with wedding planning and your meal tonight but most of all enjoy yourself!!!! Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

so today is looking like this...i'll write dinner on as i may fall asleep early because its been a long day lol B-Multigrain toast with peanut butter S-Homemade apricot and almond cookie (yummy) L- Last nights Lamb Kebab and Tabbouleh salad S- An Apple and Some Peanuts in shells (monkey nuts)...

Had my first early start at uni today and feel it went pretty well! Had breaky before leaving the house and took my 750ml water bottle for the morning as I only had a short day. Didn't feel the need to snack till after my first lecture at 11 It probably was a bit long to wait but eating while...

Couldn't face the kebab tonight so I've decided to have it for lunch tomorrow. Sent from my iPhone using MiniMins

Today has been good and bad B- strawberries and chopped nectarine topped with yoghurt and muesli S- orange juice and a babybel L- avocado, sliced tomato and lean bacon on multigrain toast S- went a bit OTT on some lovely ice cream (paying for it now the spike in blood sugar has knocked me for...

Well guys to day was weigh in and I've lost another 1lb only 2lbs to hit my initial goal woo (in case your wondering at this point I am dancing around my room because i weight under 10st for the first time in about 4 years :)

Dinner sound lovely I've never heard of that workout DVD but davina is a fitness fanatic so I can imagine how tough that is! She's got better abs then most men at my gym

Fab achievement today Molly! Chocolate cravings are always hard to deal with!!! Well done for not over indulging (only hope I can do the same when the time comes)

It's lovely and so easy Tandoori chicken Just low fat natural yoghurt mixed with lemon juice, garlic and tandoori spice. Then mix bite size pieces of chicken and bake till chicken is cooked Cucumber riatta Yoghurt again with cucumber and chopped mint leaves mixed in and left in the fridge for...

so heres the plan for the rest of the day S-1 scoop of light ice-cream and sliced banana (yummy) D-(i've just started cooking) tandoori chicken, lentil dahl and basmati rice. S- i'll have something if hungry (don't know what yet)

Maybe depends how in control you feel at the moment I suppose

Yesterdays menu sounds yummy Making my mouth water a little and that porridge sounds delicious may have to try that out some time

Hi Tammy I've only been on the forum about a week also. The people here are fab and give brill advice Your in good hands Low GI is fab and I'm sure you'll enjoy it (slightly hard to get your head around at first tho) It is great that you know where you want to be and we are all here if you...

I track calories but I'm following jennie brand-millers plan and like to know I'm not over doing it. As for tracking GL if you have an iPod iPhone or iPad there's an app by holford for checking the GL of common foods and tracking on your menu

Congrats on you first weigh in Your food does look yummy we'll all be stealing your menu soon haha Cali could you order them online? I'd look into it they are delicious I've only had the gingerbread one but i think they will all be lovely from what I've seen others post

Thanks for the encouragement!!! Your all a great help and spur me on a lot so thanks everyone!!! I don't think I've ever wanted to get rid of this weight as much or had as much passion about it!! This year is the year before I turn 21!!! I said before I turn 20 but messed around and left it too...

It's very tasty. From the Jennie brand-miller book. It's green lentils in the recipe but I had none so I used beans instead Today has been fab so far! I have done zumba and some yoga getting into the more advanced positions now! Food as below B- scrambled egg on toast S- handful of nuts L-...

Today has been good B-raisin toast with light Philly and homemade jam S- apple and almonds L- ham salad sandwich in multiseed bread S- gingerbread nakd bar, sq of milk Choc D- moroccan bean and veg stew with couscous Achievements Going to the gym before uni Getting house work done before uni...

It's going great stuck to meal and exercise plan so far it's always by about the end of week to i fall off the wagon but I don't think I will this time! I've had no cravings so far and that's amazing for me!!! Plum thats fab I'm an organisation freak do have planned till the start of next month...

These nakd bars sound lovely where do you buy them from? What a good day it's always good when you resist in the face of temptation

That chilli sounds lovely think I'll be stealing a few recipes off you plum when I'm not following my 12 week plan anymore! Love your positives I need to sort my wardrobe and draws out but I feel like I do it every few weeks

Rest of the day as follows D- homemade veg broth with slice of multigrain bread S- babybel and an apple I think I'll join in with the things I'm proud of part as it spurs me on to think how well I'm doing This I'm proud of today are 1. Going to the gym at 9 on a Sunday morning then coming home...

Seems like a really good idea will give it a try. Thanks and i am reaching 1200 most days do hopefully I'm fine!! I don't feel hungry often B- 1 boiled egg, 2 rashers of bacon fat removed, baked beans 2 tbsp, mushrooms and grilled tomatoes S- small berry smoothie L- beef with homemade sweet...

Despite eating ice cream I am under my calorie limit on MFP and I can't seem to hit it at all!! I'm eating good size portions not to large or small and I'm not feeling hungry very often still eating 3 meals a day plus 2 or more snack and I can't reach it :/

Meals for the day B-multigrain toast with mushrooms, shallots, parsley and topped with a poached egg S-orange and cashews L- more mushrooms on a whole meal English muffins with cheese on top S-light ice cream with frozen berries D- lamb cutlet with mint sauce, sweet potato, peas, cauliflower and...

Hi Ahh my bf is the same then he's like I can't decide when I'm not hungry lol and at about 9pm he goes im hungry I'm getting a takeaway annoying!!! Weeks been good so far Having a really good day just hope it continues

Hey guy How's everyone's week going??? Hope your all feeling happy and healthy

Thanks guys At the gym found my old weight card from November was surprised to see I'd dropped about 4kgs since then!!! Fab I'm on a high so think I'll stick some music on and do the house work!! Need a quick snack first.... What to have

I'm an early bird lol have to get a good breakfast before the gym!!

Just found this fab quote!!! It'll motivate and make you giggle too

Well done your plan sounds like its going well! I may steal a few meals off it :) Is MFP my fitness pal iPhone app? I've just downloaded it and think it is fab!!!

Yey Molly that is fab!!! Well done x

Starting to feel better now but unfortunately all I have had since lunch is water and 200ml of orange juice Oh well I'm sure it'll be okay tho!!

Cheers guys I am going to aim for around 2-3 litres a day I constantly carry a 750ml bottle around with me so might have to get a litre one for back at uni

Thanks everyone!! I've accomplished a lot today!! Finished my assignments for university and managed not to have a stress relieving alcoholic drink!!! Instead I did 45mins of Zumba and 10mins of yoga :) But I'm not feeling well at all now... Stomach pains and I've been up able to eat since...

thanks i'm sure you'll do fine!!! Good Luck :)

weighed myself this morning and since christmas i have lost 4lbs!!! very pleased!!! I am now in the ideal BMI the top of it but i'm in it :) i'll have to make a new goal now!! Breakfast- bowl of bran flakes (30g) sultanas, walnut halves, cashew halves and a tsp of linseed Snack- 1 apple and 3...

Thanks for the welcome back!! Well done on the weight loss wow 2 stone that's fab!!! Weighed myself for the first time since new years eve lost 2lbs which I'm amazed at with being out that much and drinking lots more alcohol Lauren xX

Well done Bex!! 2 stone is fab! And thanks for the welcome :) I weighed myself today and have lost 2lbs since christmas yey Lauren xX

Thanks for the advice!! Trying not to feel guilty, I think I've done pretty well as usually after eating something off plan I would just continue to pig out but I haven't! I've had my planned dinner and continued to drink plenty of water Dinner- tuna, tinned tomatoes, courgette, garlic, olives...

Have to admit something!! Ate a small piece of my boyfriends birthday cake! No icing just homemade chocolate cake! My lunch only amounted to 161 calories so I should be okay however still not low GI oppsy Lauren xX