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  1. PinksW

    ★★THE ALL STARS ... Good luck all :D Post results here please :D

    Sorry guys its +2 for me this week :o(
  2. PinksW

    ★★THE ALL STARS ... Good luck all :D Post results here please :D

    Hi all. Been ill with viral laryngitis, so no weigh in last Wednesday. Will report back on Wednesday evening when I've been x
  3. PinksW

    ★★THE ALL STARS ... Good luck all :D Post results here please :D

    4lbs off for me this week - hooray!
  4. PinksW

    ★★THE ALL STARS ... Good luck all :D Post results here please :D

    Hi all I'm a newbie to the team Only managed half a pound this week, I'm afraid. Next weigh in is Wednesday Nice to meet you all Tracy x
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    Sharing favourites & new discoveries

    Been on a bit of an M & S kick lately as they are just over the road from work. Just had the count on us vegetarian lasagne for 5 points (M&S say 5.5 but WW say 5) and one of their gorgeous pro biotic creamy tropical yoghurts which are 1 point each. Lasagne was really delicious well worth 5...
  6. PinksW

    Wanting to join a team??

    Hiya Can I please join a team when there is a space Thanks Granny Pinks x
  7. PinksW

    Michelin Star

    Thanks, Twigs. Have a great weekend x
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    Michelin Star

    Hi all Well, good news is I somehow managed to lose 8lbs this week. I had been very good, but you dont ever expect a loss like that, so very pleased. The restaurant was fabulous. Fortunately the portion sizes were very small, so I didn't worry too much. I did drink a lot of wine tho, so...
  9. PinksW

    Michelin Star

    Thank you, Irene! My first meal out since I started. Fingers crossed Granny Pinks x
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    Hello-New!!

    Good luck Emma. I weighed in at over 20 stones two weeks ago, but losing 3lbs my first week took me under that, so I actually felt more "normal" (whatever that is). You can always come here if you're looking for a kind word or some inspiration. Have fun this evening Granny Pinks x
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    Michelin Star

    Well. Tonight is weigh in night so fingers crossed. Had a really nasty upset tum yesterday, but all appears back to normal today, so hopefully will register ok on the scales. At Christmas, my brother in law bought us vouchers for a local restaurant which has a Michelin star. Its really...
  12. PinksW

    weight watchers - thursday

    Hiya Chelle I only lost 3lbs too, but at least its 3lbs off and not on. Am trying very hard to be very good at the mo. Some days better than others but am still in the black on points, so thats positive. Why is it tho that basically as soon as I start eating, I seem to get hungrier and...
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    Desperately seeking inspiration

    Thanks everyone. Finally decided just to be really dull and have a lovely chicken salad. Had lots of points to play with so had some rotisserie chicken, which was yummy. Save some points and treated myself to a LARGE glass of red wine...delish Granny Pinks x
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    Lea's Weight Loss Journey - Cannot believe WI today...

    Hi Lea Well done on your loss. Just wanted to say I used to suffer from a really debilitating fear of flying, which was putting my job in jeopardy (I was a training manager and had to travel up and down the country). I went and had hypnotherapy and was cured after 1 session. I can honestly say...
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    Desperately seeking inspiration

    I have gone completely blank and cannot decide what to cook for dinner this evening. Not sure whether to go to the supermarket and graze the shelves looking for inspiration or to have a chicken kebab! Granny Pinks x:p
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    Supermarket curries

    Just settled down to my M & S count on us Chicken Tikka Masala (6 points, apparently). Such a disappointment. Why do all supermarket curries overdo the cumin so all you get is that overwhelming pungent taste? I shall make a curry of my own over the weekend and freeze some for emergencies :):)
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    weight watchers - thursday

    Tracking is definitely the way forward. I'm track everything on esource. First weekend of the diet, so could be interesting. Good luck everyone! Tracy xxx
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    weight watchers - thursday

    Morning girls. Day 1 of the plan went just fine. Banked 4 points at the end of the day, so at least I have a few to play around with. Thats the only good thing about being this fat - you get plenty of points to play around with :) Started today with 2 apples, a banana and a packet of...
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    weight watchers - thursday

    New Starter Am off to joint WW this evening. Lost 3 stone with Cambridge last year but ill health and hospitalisation forced me to come off and so of course the weight (and a bit more) came back Am feeling very depressed about size at mo (over 20 stone, not good) so need some support. Will...
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    Silly Old Moo!

    Makes you feel like such a turnip tho...all that food you can eat, and you go and choose something that sets you back :o( Never mind, onward and upward (or downwards if we're talking about the scales) Thanks as ever for all your support, lovely people T x
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    Silly Old Moo!

    Well... My boys went camping with their Dad for a few days last week and guess who took that as carte blanche to get all lonely and eat exactly what took her fancy at the time? Yep, you got it! I was like a carb munching machine out there, hoovering it up like it was going out of fashion. I...
  22. PinksW

    Fish for dinner - ideas needed?

    Whiz the smoked salmon and cream cheese up with the chives and make a gorgeous pate to eat with some celery, delicious Pinks xxxxxxxxx
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    Some newbie advice here please

    I would give yourself time, Lexie. Atkins suggests eating 3 meals a day or splitting them into 5 or 6 smaller meals. You certainly shouldn't go more than 6 hours without eating. I'm sure you will be in the pink with the strips in no time. Keep drinking the water! Pinks x
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    All done!

    Shaz, congratulations, its been a pleasure sharing these forums with a great success story! Don't be a stranger, some of us are going to be here for some time to come Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    can you eat pate on atkins?

    As a general rule pate is acceptable, so long as there is not a lot of added sugars. Just have a small amount and you should be fine :) Pinks
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    thinking of starting atkins

    Oh that was 2 weeks ago...I haven't updated cos our scales died and I haven't bought a new set yet. The scales at the gym say I've done another 5 pounds in two weeks, but I shall wait and see what the scales say at home before posting! Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxx
  27. PinksW

    Share your *MENUS* please (Atkins and Low carb)

    Flaxmeal Bread 75g flaxmeal 2 large eggs 1 tbs olive oil 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt OR 2 tsp cocoa and a sachet of splenda Mix all ingredients together, pour into a greased bread tin or (better) a silicon mould, bake in a pre-heated oven for 16-18 minutes at 200 celcius. It's done...
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    Flatbreads

    There are recipes for bread substitutes. I use this one for sandwiches, its got a great texture and you can actually toast it, too. 75g flaxmeal 2 large eggs 1 tbs olive oil 1/2 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt OR 2 tsp cocoa and a sachet of splenda Mix all ingredients together, pour into a...
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    thinking of starting atkins

    Don't you just love those people who want to sabotage your success. I think we have all found something which is working for us. So long as it works and our health is good, we have no reason to change. For me personally it has been life altering. I am now able to go to the gym and really...
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    Flatbreads

    Hi Laura Well to me that looks like there are about 8.6g of carbs in each of those flat breads. How you spend you daily carb allowance is of course down to you, but the general concensus is that you are better getting away from bread etc, and using your allowance for some green leafy veg...
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    heres a treat for you all

    I like a firmer mousse. I only ever make my jelly with half the water they recommend :) Pinks xxxxxxxx
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    this is delicious

    Mine was quite firm (and the topping!) but then I use my measuring cups. I think we are allowed aubergine, aren't we? Pinks xxxxxxxx
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    this is delicious

    I just did this...it is gorgeous! I'm a chilli fan too, so mine was very hot, but the top is just gorgeous...you could use it on all sorts of other dishes too, my brain is working overtime thinking where I could use it! Thanks Aly Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxx
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    Share your *MENUS* please (Atkins and Low carb)

    I gotta say, I was the biggest couch potato ever, complete slob, but Im learning to make my body work for me now and not against me. Steak and mushrooms with dolcelatte stuffing this evening and maybe even a glass of wine! Pinks x
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    Share your *MENUS* please (Atkins and Low carb)

    I think its only common sense really. If you need to eat, do it in a way that will enable you to still lose weight. Reading through the CD threads all you read is people who have "fallen off the wagon" At least this way, we don't. Please don't misunderstand me, I have the very utmost respect...
  36. PinksW

    supplements Do you?

    I take a multivitamin and mineral, thats all Pinks xxxxxx
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    Hi, Atkins convert

    Its certainly a way of eating that allows you to enjoy your social life too, isn't it? I can honestly say I've not been hungry or stuck for something to eat once Welcome, Aly :) Pinks x
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    Diet fizzy drinks?

    I drink sugar free fizzies occasionally, too Pinks x
  39. PinksW

    Switched To Atkins

    I think its definitely possible not to spend a fortune on Atkins, you just have to shop carefully Welcome, Autumn, nice to have you on board Pinks xxxxx
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    thinking of starting atkins

    I did three weeks on Cambridge sole source, then straight into Atkins induction. I was too weak willed for Cambridge. I love food too much. I was very worried about all the things you mention...who ever heard of being able to eat butter and double cream and fry ups and still lose weight. But...
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    thinking of starting atkins

    Yep...11lb in 2 weeks...am very pleased. Carbs in coffee etc are all in the carb counter at the back of the book. Also says how many tomatoes etc. I only have about 4 cherry tomatoes cut up in a salad as they're a bit higher in carbs. Always buy the 100% beef burgers, sausages always have...
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    Share your *MENUS* please (Atkins and Low carb)

    Mmmmmmm we picked some asparagus at the weekend at the pickyourown...guess what I'm going to do with mine! Thanks Sue! Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxx
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    thinking of starting atkins

    Hi Mitten Personally I eat freely of anything Dr A says to eat freely of and count everything else, including coffee and sweetners. You do need to make sure you are getting enough fat in terms of oils, butter, etc, else the diet doesn't work. Lots of people swear by the carb guides, but...
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    Share your *MENUS* please (Atkins and Low carb)

    Today B - Coffee, double cream, amaretto da vinci syrup, Atkins bar L - Salad with turkey breast, half an avo, romaine lettuce, celery, few tomatoes, 2 slices gruyere cheese, spring onion, mayonnaise D - Neck of lamb fillets griddled, served with a greek salad, with feta, cucumber, olives...
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    thinking of starting atkins

    Hiya Jane Welcome to low carbers anonymous. As you can see, my weight loss has been just fine since switching to Atkins induction. Never hungry, lots of choice, had a great BBQ on Saturday. Its all yummy! Mitten, as regards the salad and veg, I've been using the same measurements as Shaz and...
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    Here I go AGAIN lol!

    Excellent stuff, life is so much easier when you're "in the pink", eh? Pinks x
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    thinking of starting atkins

    It should say on the bar in a lovely circle on the front how many carbs there are...the ones I bought were between 2 & 3g per bar and they were strawberry crisp and chocolate chip crisp. As regards reading labels...on our food here, we just read the carb content as it...in the states, they...
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    thinking of starting atkins

    I've been using the Hartley's sachets, Sue. I think you just need to be careful how much sweetner you take in as its not too good for you Pinks x
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    thinking of starting atkins

    :party0011:I have to tell you ladies...I just went for a walk in the sunshine and happened to pop into Boots...there on the shelves next to the Slim Fast were some Atkins goodies...including Endulge chocolate bars at 1g and 2g per bar respectively...oh my God! If you need a chocolate fix...these...
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    Here I go AGAIN lol!

    It always does feel a bit odd when you start eating this sort of food stuff. After all, we're always told that we're not to eat anything full fat, aren't we. How much mayo did you have? I don't think Atkins puts any limits on it really. Most of the way through, Atkins talks about heavy...
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    Here I go AGAIN lol!

    Good luck today, Sue Enjoy Pinks x
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    barbecues

    Its good to have something to celebrate, eh Dancing? Pinks x
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    barbecues

    I will honey...sending you a virtual meaty item of your own choice to enjoy too... Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxx
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    Here I go AGAIN lol!

    Ahhh but you've done the hardest part losing the three stone. You weigh less than half of me! I find Atkins very liberating. I know I have a long road ahead of me, but at least I can see that road littered with nice things to eat. I tend to keep it very simple during the week, but at...
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    barbecues

    Dear fellow low carbers... Just wanted to celebrate the fact that the sun is shining and we can go to the party! Barbecues were made for us...I've got the steak, pork and chicken wallowing in their carb free marinades and rubs and I shall feast like a queen later. All I have to do is get the...
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    Here I go AGAIN lol!

    Good luck, Sue...it really is a fascinating read, isn't it? Pinks xxxxxxxxx
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    thinking of starting atkins

    Hi Mitten In induction the important thing is stay below 20 carbs per day. Your meals will be mostly protein based with green leafy vegetables. Atkins - Two-Week Induction Meal Plan gives a two week induction plan, which you can tweak to your own tastes. Important things are to remember to...
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    thinking of starting atkins

    Thanks for that, Dancing, will give it a go! Pinks x
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    thinking of starting atkins

    I was still in ketosis from CD, but started with the induction phase just to get me started really. I'm not finding it too difficult. I bought some flavourless soya protein on Saturday, but dont really know where to start with it as regards shakes, which I would really like to make. Is it...
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    thinking of starting atkins

    I think cd is a brilliant diet, but my goodness it takes its toll on familt and social life. Sometimes you need to make the change in order to give yourself a kick start, eh? At least we are both determined to do something and haven't just given up and gone back to our bad old ways. I shall...
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    thinking of starting atkins

    Thanks Dancing. I did indeed buy the book and am finding life much easier on Atkins. I know the weight losses wont be as dramatic as with cd, but my kids are happy that I am again able to sit and have a meal with them and I have lots more energy at the gym. Are you doing low carb now? Pinks...
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    thinking of starting atkins

    Dear anyone I have just done three weeks sole source on CD and have lost a lot of weight. However, I dont think I can go another day with no food, my social life is being badly affected and my husband who is on CD with me is a seriously grumpy so and so. Before I jump ship, I just wanted...
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    Day 1

    Hi Camille, My advice would be to try all the different soups and shakes to find the ones you really enjoy. Try using the tetras as icecream, thats really nice and yes, as Kimmie says as much water as you can get down yourself. If you ever need any tips, encouragement, words of advice or...
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    Biscuit catastrophe!

    :eat: I made chocolate mint "ice cream" earlier using the recipe from the thread, it was lush, bit of a granita sort of texture, but definitely going to be a good one for the warmer weather
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    Biscuit catastrophe!

    You know when you're really looking forward to something...I had it all planned out in my head...sit down, sunday papers, coffee, biscuits...almost normality :) ?
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    Biscuit catastrophe!

    :( So...being the resourceful girl I am, I decided to have a go at making biscuits...I needed a treat and these seemed the perfect thing... Biscuits Cut up a bar into 8 - 10 pieces. Arrange on microwave plate, I usually only put 3 in at a time to give them the space they need to expand...
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    CD BARS

    Peanut and cranberry are my faves too. Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    CD "MAY" CHALLENGE **who's up for it?**

    :angeldevil:OK, I'm up for this. Please put me down for 14 pounds too Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    Confession

    Thanks, Spooky, could happily have eaten the whole jar! Bed time for me Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    Confession

    I was so desperate for something REALLY savoury, I just ate 2 pickled onions...what a muppet! :cry:
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    What is the most you have weighed, what do you weigh now & what do you want to weigh

    Most 20 stone 10lb Now 18 stone 9lb Want to be about 9 stone, but will decide when I get nearer
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    WHAT TYPE??

    I'm on very strong pain killers for my arthritis, Elaine and it doesn't seem to be affecting my weightloss Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    music for exercise

    On my gym playlist on my ipod I go from Jump Around by House of Pain, through lots of 70s hard rock, to Amy, finishing up with Justin Timberlake and Sexy Back :o)
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    NLP forum

    Neuro Linguistic Programming - its a technique that helps you see your reasons for doing things...if you check out the other forums on this site you'll see one that is called NLP - bit of an explanation there Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    RuthG is in hospital

    Hope you're fighting fit soon Ruth. Love Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    NLP forum

    Thanks, Linda Pinks xxxxxxx
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    2nd weigh in

    Thanks lovely people. I really couldn't have done it without Minis, so thank you Mini in particular! Its so good to know that when the going gets tough, and my god it does get tough, there is always someone hear who can give a word of advice and encouragement. You're all stars! Pinks...
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    FOOODD!!

    I was running an event on Wednesday, the caterers had decided to feed the 5000 rather than the 60 I had ordered for, there was a ton of food left over and frankly I could have stood at the end of the table and inhaled the lot! Very glad I didn't now. Just went and got a nice jug of water and...
  79. PinksW

    YEAH YEAH YEAH

    Thats brilliant, well done you. What a way to start the weekend! I am very :jelous: jealous! Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    NLP forum

    Silly question, but does anyone else belong to this forum? I've sent a couple of PMs to Icemoose, but not had any response and I understand this is the only way you can join. If anyone has any info I would be very grateful Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxx:thankyou:
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    How old is everyone?

    I'm 47, so would prefer not to use the system for the next couple of years, if you dont mind :)
  82. PinksW

    Me....

    That long dress is stunning! Perhaps pink socks with that one, eh? Your figure looks amazing...I'm very jealous Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    2nd weigh in

    You're absolutely right. Dumplings...I've just set my expectations too high...silly moo :) Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    2nd weigh in

    Thank you honey...you will lose it, I didn't think it was possible, but it is! Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxx
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    excercise and SS

    I told my instructor exactly what I was doing, he didn't approve, but when I told him had been signed off by the doctor, he was happy. Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    excercise and SS

    Hiya bubbles, I've started going to the gym and my doctor has signed me off to do it. I'm just starting my third week of ss. I've done one aqua aerobics class and 1 gym session (just treadmill, resistance and some very light free weights). My intention is to firm up what I have. I know Im not...
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    2nd weigh in

    Just got back from 2nd weigh in - only 4 pounds this week, but I guess after last week anything would have been a disappointment. Just want to say a very big thank you to all the lovely people out there who have made me laugh, cry and generally feel like I wasn't all alone when the going got...
  88. PinksW

    Well.. Should i...?

    You know, I still haven't got the hang of making mousses. any ideas? Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    Realy bizarre question and poss TMI

    I have to say my colleague (male) and I have been absolutely weeing ourselves with laughter at this (not difficult when you drink as much water as we do). Thank you sooooooo much for brightening the day! Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    how much water...

    When you read the CD booklet it says 4 pints plus whatever you have in your shakes/soups. Anything over this has to be a bonus, doesn't it? Pinks x
  91. PinksW

    HERE WE GO AGAIN!

    Good luck. Trini Pinks x
  92. PinksW

    shakes V soups

    Hi Disco I found that making the shakes in a smoothie maker with ice makes them much less sickly and far more palatable Pinks xxxxxxxxx
  93. PinksW

    sooo much energy!

    I went to aqua aerobics on Tuesday and then had my gym induction last evening. I could never have done those one night after the other before this, would have had to had a days rest between. I organise events for a charity and we had one yesterday. I was tearing around all over the place and...
  94. PinksW

    O.T. hoberman sphere

    Amazon.co.uk: Hoberman Sphere - Spectrum: Toys & Games Hope this is of some help Pinks x
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    The Bubble Has Burst!

    Ohhh Grandma, so sorry to hear your news. Please know that lots of very warm thoughts are heading yours and hubbys way. Love Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxx
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    soup question?

    soup contd ...until foam starts to appear around edge of saucepan. Turn off, add pepper and tabasco if wanted...delish :) Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    soup question?

    All the soups can be greatly improved by cooking them on the hob. Put the powder in a beaker you can seal and add 125ml of water, shake for 45 secs until most of the powder has dissolved, then pour into a saucepan, then add 200 - 250 ml water and shake again, this will clean the beaker. Add to...
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    New person cambridge diet

    Hi Carolyn welcome to CD. I'm not expert, having only been on the diet for 12 days, but there are lots of them here and they are all amazingly helpful and supportive. Keep drinking the water (as you know from LL) and very good luck. Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxx
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    ketosis already??

    I had the headache from hell on my second day. Took to my bed with the cat :) It does sound as tho you are heading into ketosis, some people get there very quickly. You have a mouth like the inside of a turkish wrestlers jockstrap when in ketosis! Pinks xxxxxxxx
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    Difference between cambridge uk and cambridge US

    I'm transfixed by the thought of a coconut bar tho...having a Homer moment...mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    Pleasant surprise :-)

    I would invest in a smoothie maker, then add ice to your shakes, all the lumps will disappear and they will be lovely and cold and yummy :) Pinks xxxxxxxxx
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    Difference between cambridge uk and cambridge US

    Just been looking on Cambridge Diet, THE ONE THAT WORKS! (800) 427 5885 and it would appear that our American cousins get a whole heap more choice than we do. Can any of our lovely CDCs tell us why? There is a thing there called Super Oats, which looks quite interesting and a coconut bar and...
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    CHECK THIS SITE OUT EVERYONE.. x

    I want to know what "super oats" are which are mentioned in the cambridge ad on the link...bring em on! Pinks x
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    I Can't Believe It!!

    Grandma! You are amazing...many many congratulations! Love Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    Mushroom soup

    Thanks, Jaxie Pinks xxxxxxxx
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    Mushroom soup

    What does everyone think of the lactose free mushroom soup? I'm looking for new ideas for next weeks food packs. This will be week 3 for me, so will be allowed bars. I thought I would get one of each of those just to see what they were like - any advice gratefully received, as ever. Thanks...
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    Crisps

    I seem to add tabasco to everything. I love hot spicy food and consequently things seem a little bland. I have some of my own chillis which I dried last year, may put some in the coffee grinder and add some of those! Pinks xxxxxxxxx
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    Crisps

    Actually feels like you're eating something, eh, Sharon? What are the other flavours like as crisps? Pinks xxxxxxx
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    New to Cambridge Diet

    You can do it, and if the going gets tough, come to minis! Good luck Pinks xxxxxx
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    Crisps

    It was fiddly, but worth it. Mixed the pack up to about the consistency of ketchup with luke warm water. Then put teaspoons of it onto baking parchment (the reusable, wipe clean kind) well spaced apart as they spread a little. My microwave is 1000 watt, so I put them in for 1.30 and opened the...
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    Crisps

    Thanks Debz, hadn't particularly enjoyed the sweet ones until I used the smoothie maker, but the oriental chilli is good in any format :o) I shall try some chocolate and banana crisps too, I think Pinks xxxxx
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    Crisps

    Oh my goodness, I just made oriental chilli crisps. Flippin' blimmin' yumtastic! I felt as tho I was cheating sitting here eating crisps and drinking my strawberry milkshake I made the shake in my smoothie maker, which makes it soooooo much nicer than just with a blender. Thank you for...
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    Started so will finish

    Good luck and keep popping back here for words of wisdom, support and a few laughs! Pinks x
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    Weigh in number 1

    Of course, the problem is, how the hell do you live up to that? :) Anything else is going to be such a disappointment. My OH lost 11 lbs too, so it was great encouragement for both of us. Theres a long old struggle ahead tho, but I will get there! Pinks xxxxxxxxx
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    <SNEEKS IN QUICKLY..IM BACK>

    Hiya Angela Lots of new faces since you were last here and I'm one of them! Best of luck with your new journey Pinks x
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    Hurray It's Friday**lets Do It Hour By Hour**

    Lisa I hope you don't mind me saying, but I just looked at your gallery. You are stunning! And that baby! Oh my god, how gorgeous! I'm all broody again. Must nag my daughter again at the weekend about making me a granny! Pinks x
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    Ketostix - how much?

    I got mine from Asda pharmacy. £2.79 for 50 sticks and no interrogation :o) Pinks x
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    Hurray It's Friday**lets Do It Hour By Hour**

    Morning all New day, new week for me. Got to survive "lunch" with my daughter and her boyfriend. That could be interesting :) I might suggest a spot of retail therapy instead. Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
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    Weigh in number 1

    I'm absolutely chuffed to bits, but of course I do realise that because I'm so vast my first weeks weightloss would be quite big. I realise that sort of loss cant be sustained, so I shall be pleased with anything thats in the downward direction now! Like I say, without reading these forums and...
  120. PinksW

    First weigh in!!!

    Well done Jaxie!!! I've just finished gnawing my way through a tetra too - amazing what sort of things suddenly become a luxury eh? Pinks x
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    Weigh in number 1

    I nearly choked on my tetra when I read that, Georgy! I am convinced I couldn't have got throught this first week without reading all your messages and stories. There are a lot of very inspirational people here! Pinks xxxxxxxxx
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    Weigh in number 1

    :eek: I have just returned from my first way in... lost 16 pounds...I've gone from 20 something stone to 18 something stone...I missed out the 19s completely!! I am utterly gobsmacked. Thank you to everyone for all your support this week. Pinks x
  123. PinksW

    Exercise for people who cant do running/walking?

    I have lupus and major problems with all my leg and hip joints. Went to the gym the other night for a chat with one of the fitness instructors and they were more than pleased to see me. Most gyms are now getting what they call IFI (Inclusive Fitness Initiative) machines for those of us who are...
  124. PinksW

    Week 1 weigh in

    Congratulations Lisa I have my first weigh in tomorrow night. Hope I do as well as you. That really is amazing! Pinks x
  125. PinksW

    Pictures that shocked you..

    Well, I think this made everyone cringe...my boys love me tho! Pinks :o
  126. PinksW

    usernames

    These stories are great. I've been Pinks for about 20 years now. Its an accurate but not very flattering description given to me by my bestest friends and is short for Pink and Wobbly :o) (I also love the colour pink. My kitchen is pink. Even my iPod has PinksW etched onto it and is...Pink!)...
  127. PinksW

    Hi all - newbie here!

    Hiya Karen Welcome and good luck. You're a lightweight compared to me! I'm on day 5 and have found this site invaluable. No one has complained about me asking silly questions yet. Pinks x
  128. PinksW

    just made the crisps

    Hi Chambles...which flavour did you use? Pinks x
  129. PinksW

    Grandma's Week 11 Weigh In

    Good grief Grandma!:eek: You are totally amazing! Just as I was getting fed up and bored with it, I see your post and feel all inspired again! Well done you Pinks xxxxxxxxx
  130. PinksW

    Word Association

    shiver
  131. PinksW

    Word Association

    father Ted!
  132. PinksW

    Ketosis again

    Thanks Cheryl Fingers crossed! Pinks x
  133. PinksW

    Ketosis again

    Hi all, I know you've probably answered this question a million times but a)when is the best time to test if you are in ketosis and b)what colour should the stick go? I've not bought any sticks yet and just have one that my CDC gave me. I had to rush off and so she didn't get the chance to...
  134. PinksW

    Muffins!

    Thanks honey. You are a real inspiration you know. I look at your pics and cant believe its the same person. You look amazing! Pinks x
  135. PinksW

    Muffins!

    Morning lovelies! After a horrid day yesterday, I've decided to be more positive on day three. Had my first muffin today...what a revelation! Now sitting here feeling completely stuffed:D Thai soup for lunch again today (with added tabasco, of course) and then ice cream for supper. Hope everyone...
  136. PinksW

    Help

    Ok. Ive had a moment of epiphany. The thai chilli soup with extra tabasco cooked on the stove was excellent! Thanks everyone! Pinks x
  137. PinksW

    Help

    Thanks lovely people. I am determined to beat this thing so will be trying all your ideas. Pinks x
  138. PinksW

    Help

    I will give it a go...off to bed with the cat! Thanks everyone Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
  139. PinksW

    Help

    Thanks Minime, I will have a thai chilli later as I love spice. Will add tabasco to cheer myself up :o) Pinks x
  140. PinksW

    Help

    Leah thank you. I'm sitting here crying now cos everyone is so kind! I would say I was premenstrual but thats just finished! I'm not usually like this at all. I will snap out of it. May just go and lay on my bed with the cat and let OH get on with it :o) Pinks x
  141. PinksW

    Help

    Thanks Hedgehog...I've put a couple of tetras in the freezer to have as an ice cream treat later! Pinks x
  142. PinksW

    Help

    Thanks Kelly. I will try a different flavour later...maybe make it a bit thinner I wont give up, just feel a bit down cos I was so excited about starting Pinks x
  143. PinksW

    Help

    Day two and I already have problems. Had all my water yesterday, a chocolate tetra made into a hot drink at lunch, then decided to have a soup followed by a mousse for dinner. Tried the spicy tomato...is it always that frothy and creamy or did I over blend it? It was disgusting. I made a...
  144. PinksW

    Additions

    That would make things so much more bearable. Spicy tomato with an extra kick! I may have to use curry powder too, yummy! Pinks x
  145. PinksW

    Additions

    Sorry to be a pain asking questions all the while, but can we add things to our soups like tabasco or chilli powder? I'm a real spice freak so love things hot. Thanks, yet again Pinks x:o
  146. PinksW

    Hi to everyone from brand new CD'er

    Hi Sharon Its lovely to see you here. I started CDSS today. Water is sloshing everywhere, I have worn a patch in the carpet where I've walked to the loo so often but by God, I feel good. At 20 stone, I have a very long journey ahead, but I am going to buy a years family membership at the gym...
  147. PinksW

    Breakfast

    Thats an excellent idea, Roosters...and he's a bit gorgeous too. Perhaps we should write to him and suggest it? Will have to wait two weeks until I can have bars...then its cheesecakes here we come! Pinks x
  148. PinksW

    Breakfast

    Cheesecake eh? That really would be something!
  149. PinksW

    Breakfast

    OOpps bit of a boob there with my ticker...back soon!
  150. PinksW

    Breakfast

    Jelly. mousses, porridge, I cant believe some of the things you can make from sachets of "stuff"...OH and I are going to experiment tomorrow and see what we can come up with! Pinks x
  151. PinksW

    Breakfast

    I'm having all these fantasies now about wonderfully flavoured porridge...roll on tomorrow! Pinks x
  152. PinksW

    Breakfast

    Thanks lovely people. I must confess the porridge is very tempting, may just have to do that tomorrow and see what happens. As an aside, I made a ticker yesterday, but I cant seem to get it to stay on my posts. Any clues? Pinks x
  153. PinksW

    Breakfast

    Thanks lighter! xxx
  154. PinksW

    Breakfast

    OK...so how does everyone start their day on CD? Its day one and I'm wondering what the hecky peck to do. Lunch is sorted, taking a tetra to work, but dont know if its best to save my first pack until later and just enjoy my scrummy mint tea. All replies gratefully received Pinks xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
  155. PinksW

    Jelly and Icecream..

    I'm well impressed by that! You guys are so inventive! Pinks x
  156. PinksW

    Jelly and Icecream..

    Oh joy! Oh rapture! There is a God Just been to pick up my food packs and got the mix a mousse and orange stuff,too. Thanks! Pinks xxxxxxx:D
  157. PinksW

    Jelly and Icecream..

    What jelly, what jelly????????? Pinks xxx
  158. PinksW

    Newbie

    Hi Liz My journey starts tomorrow. but this site has been a real inspiration. Good luck Pinks
  159. PinksW

    Toning Up

    Deb, Haven't smoked for over a year (one of the reasons for weight gain) and I am the queen of moisturisers...ask my bank manager! I'm sure the water will keep me plumped up. I'm a bit worried about getting wrinkles now...I've always been told how fab my skin is and how young I look...but of...
  160. PinksW

    Toning Up

    Thanks for that info, Trish. I'm starting CD tomorrow, so food is not an option at present. However, I am really interested in the exercise side of things, so will pop in and see them Pinks x
  161. PinksW

    Toning Up

    I do have one close by, Trish. Is it just exercise they do there? Pinks x
  162. PinksW

    It's THURSDAY ***hour by hour***

    Thanks Susan I'm practising hard already with the water. Anyone know where I can get a commode that looks like an office chair? Pinks x
  163. PinksW

    It's THURSDAY ***hour by hour***

    Morning all! Today is the day I go and collect my food packs from the CDC...I am really excited. Sun is shining here in Petersfield at the moment, but its so cold. I'm sitting here at my desk, pretending to work and logged in to minis! Have a good day everyone Pinks :)
  164. PinksW

    Toning Up

    Thank you! My sister has suggested toning tables...we shall see! Pinks x
  165. PinksW

    wooooooooohoooooooooo

    Well done Ashley, that is AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!! Pinks xxxxxxx:D
  166. PinksW

    Toning Up?

    I dont have much space at home but I think I may have to clear the dining room (lets face it, I wont be eating in there now!) and do something there
  167. PinksW

    Toning Up?

    I have at least 10 stone to lose. I know that there will be lots of spare skin around if I lose that much weight. Does anyone have any tips to tone things up in the early stages where going to the gym may not be an option? Pinks x:)
  168. PinksW

    Toning Up

    I have at least 10 stone to lose. I know that there will be lots of spare skin around if I lose that much weight. Does anyone have any tips to tone things up in the early stages where going to the gym may not be an option? Pinks x:)
  169. PinksW

    Marigold

    Thats better than nothing :o) Thanks Roosters Pinks
  170. PinksW

    Marigold

    I'm sure this topic has probably been done to death in the past, but can anyone advise if we are allowed the low salt version of Marigold boullion? Thanks Pinks
  171. PinksW

    Grandma's Week 10 Weigh In

    Well done Grandma...what a star Hope hubby continues on the road to recovery Pinks x
  172. PinksW

    Got the OK to start

    About 10 stones, Becky...its going to be a long journey Pinks xxxxxxxx
  173. PinksW

    and another thing...

    Cheers Becky Pinks x
  174. PinksW

    and another thing...

    I must be mad..all my Open University stuff arrived today, so as my bod gets smaller, my brain will be getting biggerer and biggerer!:D
  175. PinksW

    Got the OK to start

    Cheers shiny...will do. I shall wait and see what CDCs scales say before I commit myself to a start weight...things may be worse or better than I think! Gotta get OH to take my "fat" photo to put on here, too. Pinks x
  176. PinksW

    Got the OK to start

    Thanks girls, you are lovely!
  177. PinksW

    Got the OK to start

    :)Went to see my GP today about starting CD and was really worried in case he said I couldnt do it because of my Lupus. He was brilliant. Said sometimes in order to break bad habits we have to do something drastic and that he would support me 100%. He thought he was very funny though when he...
  178. PinksW

    Did anyone watch Dr Who !!

    I saw that Aly...starting CD this Friday and now wondering if its safe to let all those little darlings go. Mind you, I've got enough to start a nursery of my own! Pinks x
  179. PinksW

    100 days pics

    Absolutely amazing. Well done! Pinks x
  180. PinksW

    Disappointment

    Thank you all for your advice...I can see you're going to be a real support to me over the next god knows how long! Cant wait to start, am going onto protein and salad veg as from tomorrow. Gonna finish a bottle of wine tonight and then bye bye alcohol :wave_cry: Cant believe it, but my...
  181. PinksW

    Disappointment

    Thanks girls, I will do that. Be prepared eh? Takes me back to my days as a girl guide! Pinks x
  182. PinksW

    Disappointment

    Feeling a bit low. Was supposed to go along for my first session with CDC this evening and start tomorrow. Now been told I have to get doctors permission before I start as I'm so flipping fat and I cant see him until next week, so things are a week behind :cry: Will keep coming here to...
  183. PinksW

    Grandma's Week 9 Weigh In

    Well done, Grandma...you're an inspiration!
  184. PinksW

    Filled with fear and trepidation

    Gobsmacked of Petersfield :)I'm completely gobsmacked by all you lovely people being so supportive. Thank you. Can't wait to be half the girl I am now! Thank you thank you thank you thank you!!!!!!
  185. PinksW

    Filled with fear and trepidation

    Thanks Lisa Marie I cant wait til Thursday now!
  186. PinksW

    Filled with fear and trepidation

    Thanks, Taz! x
  187. PinksW

    Filled with fear and trepidation

    I finally took the plunge and contacted a CDC and I start my journey on Thursday. Reading all your messages and blogs has been very inspiring. I have a VERY long way to go...at least 10 stones to lose, so I may be messaging for some time to come. Wish me luck! Pinks
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