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Long time since last weigh in! Started back on yesterday but it's Monday, so. Down .8#

Ellie! Super fantastic! -3 lbs this week for me.

That's so interesting. There's been more and more research about breaking up sitting with office adaptable circuit mini breaks. I used my mini trampoline daily on fat flush. It was prescribed 5 minutes daily because of the benefits to the lymph system and ease on joints, especially if...

Pp Tuesday 3/5 B beef S yogurt L chicken thigh, leg D beef jerky, roast chicken, S yogurt Branmeal, water! Walk!

You did exactly what I did. On day three for me too. Though I think I way super indulged more than you. I felt bad, but have learned to let slip ups go and look at them only positively for what I learn from them .that way I come out super more motivated. Know how after it, it wasn't that...

Excellent Silver! New classes are so much fun and a new place so motivational! Well, I'm ok to walk and went for a 25 minute walk. Hopefully I'll be able to start the C2 5k soon!

pp Monday 2/5 B-forgot L-turkey roll ups w nf cream cheese, pickles D-again 1T homemade ice cream no bran, low water but for first time in over 5 weeks...no yogurt

Yes, Elisheba! That is so well put and true for me, too. Sorry you're not feeling well on it, Zoesastar. I felt off during the beginning but then felt more energized than before starting. I wish you could get it sorted out. It's no fun feeling sick and when making difficult changes, more energy...

Looking forward to how that works for you. I'm considering that rotation when I get closer to my target and am trying to loose those last ten or so pounds. I carry my weight in my thighs and hips, so that rotation sounded ideal based on Dukan's recommendations. Should be even more effective...

This go around I've really watched for triggers, causes, moments, thoughts, emotions right before I choose, or normally would have chosen, to eat. I've tried to slow down time so I could evaluate, observe, turn it over in my mind, to better understand the "why" of why I eat. And it's been...

Pp Sunday B-spice muffins w hazelnut yogurt frosting S-turkey roll ups w nf cream cheese & pickle S-Starbucks skinny latte D-turkey roll ups

I got a new scale right befor starting Dukan. I always knew mine made me lighter. It was decades old and never gave the same weight twice. You could also deviate the weight by where you put your feet. That came in handy! The new one however, is accurate and i gained 3 pounds without eating a...

Great idea! Crunch is few and far between. Wonder with cinnamon, sweetener, these might be cookie'ish. Bet they'd be great as a crumble, streusel topping for baked fruit or sprinkled on yogurt.

I've only made it in the mw, curious how it turns out in the oven. I use the recipe with yeast and was surprised it would "bake" in 4 minutes. Just made the muffins with the less egg, baking powder and they were fab. Might try the yeast bread with only one yolk, the rest whites to see if it can...

There are several on the board who have restarted and had success. Splitting the total loss into phases makes sense to me. Dukan mentions it as an option. I've given myself a date. Hope to be where I want to by then, but if not, the plan now is to go into conso. Just don't think I will want to...

Wacky ride again this week! Down 3.4, yeah! Up .8, boo. Down .8' yeah! Today weigh in of course, up 1.2, boo! Was tempted to go with the lowest, but that's not what is. Thinking it was the salty dinner last night. So, -2.2 this week. Not bad after all that gyrating, but had hoped for more with...

So true, Anjuschka. I'll remember that about speed. I want to start the c25k. Actually dreamed I was doing it. If only that counted! My hip slipped out yesterday and wont get in to drs till Monday. Its happened before. Think it's a pinched nerve. I'm sad and frustrated. It makes even walking out...

Pv Friday B-zucchini muffins D-Shrmp, smoked salmon 3oz, capers, onions, lemons S-yogurt Short water, walk

Atropos, glad the damage was minimal. And so glad about your revelation about dis-comfort eating. My new fav phrase because it is so much a discomfort wrapped up in a comfort facade. Glad you straightened it out. Eureka moment for sure!

Hoping tomorrow's weigh in good for you. You're doing fantastic! My first weigh in after attack was disappointing and in past, I would have become discouraged and given up. But, didn't and discovered, duh, that that's the secret. Leave the past behind, refocus and know success is there in the...

Maybe it's because you switched up the rhythm? I might be the only one, but frequently, I gain before I drop. I'm on a 5:5 rotation, so it's expected. But, I found it to be true, and later read reason for it, that switching things up causes the body to switch things up too. And, as long as the...

There's nothing like old jeans to make it crystal clear the body has changed! I, too have "fat pants" that then became my "not fat pants" so my new pants could takeover the starring role. I have learned not to rush the shimmying into past fat pants though. I've got them lined up, knocking...

If I thought i'd make it through months without going out to eat, I would have said I was crazy. Xeili, you're two weeks before me, and i'd say, it's amazing! First time I went out last weekend and dh and I greeted along checking out menus, deciding on the one with a nice steak entree. I was...

Nice going to stick with it, Xeili and Sara! I had a + gain of close to a pound, disappointing for sure. It did fall back off the following week. Does mess with one's head and goals. Readjusting them might be necessary. Wasn't nice and orderly gained, won't be lost that way either.

States abbrev's are little t for little teaspoon, big T for big Tablespoon, nice & easy.:) Pv thursday B-omelet w spinach, turkey, red pepper & totally yucky nf cheddar cheese. Do miss a good melty cheese, won't be doing omelets again till a sub or conso. Better off w hb egg, half a red...

Thank you! Just picked them up yesterday, so breakfast bran, here I come! pv B-yogurt S-hb egg L-turkey slices, spinach S-Starbucks skinny vanilla latte D-artichoke, 1T quark w lemon squeeze, my mayo sub! chicken Bran, water, walk

30 minutes yesterday, 3rd day in a row. I'm off to check out couch 2 5k! Just ordered in new running shoes. I'm a size11 1/2 AA, so impossible to find shoes and with loosing this weight might end up in my original AAAA width. One downfall to loosing.

I've yet to quantify my dairy, still going along with Dukan's book recommendation of unlimited. Will definitely revisit if weight stalls. So, thank you, Maintainer, as always, you are a wealth of information! To answer your question about variety and taste, too much focus is what led me here...

So, eliminated the tolerated increased water walked 2 of 4 ate more and more often even when not hungry One, or more, must have been effective cause numbers dropped from blipped 161.2 to 157.8 today. So much a balance between mind and body. This process of dukanizing to drop added body fat...

Fantastic, yogi! Well done, well done!

My old one said "Looser!" :smoke: My new one says "Looser!!!" :bliss:

You can add sugar free jello powder. Or mix partially set made jello with the yogurt for a mousse. Even freeze it for kinda ice cream. In the states, there are all kinds of sugar free, artificial flavorings to add to bottled water, Hansens, Kool Aid, Snapple. Natural, sugar free essences from...

Maintainer, where I want to get back to is The place where I eat because I'm hungry. And I eat what my body intuitively knows "I" need. I used to eat like that. I'm positive everyone of us did at one time. When infants, at least, if not longer until, especially for girls, appearance entered...

Thank you, Maintainer. I kept reading 5% then 3% and not keeping them straight for dairy vs meat. Then read 5% dairy. So, you've straightened that out and now I know quark rules. And nf cream cheese! Funny how my taste evolved. Couldn't stand the flavor of nf cream cheese and would forego it...

Came down with a bug yesterday and thought of you! There's not much I could think of eating dukanwise. Aside from chicken broth and diet ginger ale, so can imagine how you're jumping on then off. BRAT, bananas, rice, applesauce and toast. One by one, they were ticked off my go to sick food list...

Everyone has weaknesses, areas of their self that could be improved on. Ours just happen to become visible on the outside. Teasers and bullies have yet to even begin to look into their own. Xeili, you're light years ahead of them. They're totally undeserving of any of your time or thought imho.

I love how so many have integrated exercise into their lives. I'm very sedentary now, although on my feet, not much more than standing. But! I could ride my bike into my studio everyday. And, you all have made me realize how that could be a great way to get in some exercise. Xeili, I get your...

Ellie! I love your muffins! I'm going to order some flavorings and buy a muffin tin soon. Monday pp B-turkey S-yogurt L-turkey, nf cream cheese, Dijon, pickle rollups S-turkey D-Chicken breast, 1T quark3% tolerated S-yogurt 1t cocoa Water* Walk 25 min Tuesday pv B-yogurt S-turkey rollups with...

:D Could be on your self, too. So many times I read someone's post and say, yup, been there, do that. Then remember to remember!

I'm super impressed with that! I'm also forever putting it off. It's not so much I don't want to, but that is a huge part of it, but that I keep saying later. I'll be motivated tonight at 10 pm to get out there if I haven't done so earlier, by you! I've got an 85 lb she dog whom keeps me...

Yes! So very difficult! Make it easier, knowing we're surrounded by others with similar issues, all in different phases, in different sequences, with different weak/strong areas.

It's funny, Nina, when I read your post I almost couldn't stop myself from loudly saying "Stop That!". Almost aloud! Realized after I posted that that is exactly what I now hear in my head when those sort of thoughts appear. A Loud Voice saying "Stop That" and, then, I do. "Change the mind...

Holding myself accountable to my commitment to a daily walk! Yesterday was my first day and went out for a quick one with the intention of a longer one later. Well, those 13 minutes were all I accomplished. After reading someone's post of how the days they don't walk, the weight doesn't...

Great start! This is a wonderful board with a lot of experience and support.

Ok, sorry in advance. I don't usually do this and hope it doesn't come off as insensitive or telling off. But, Stop telling yourself that younare "this way". Start catching yourself when you say you ...binge it...have no on/off switch...you are your own biggest enemy. If anything make sure you...

Thanks all! I was pretty certain my quark would be different. Wondering though about the 5% allowed fat for meat and dairy which would then make it ok. I do understand that all this becomes grey area. Interestingly, Dukan tries to walk the line and avoid grey areas so this becomes quirky and...

In the states version, the book lists non fat dairy is unlimited with nf cream cheese right amongst nf milk, nf yogurt, nf cottage cheese, nf sour cream in the same sentence. In the states quark is not available and nf cream cheese is frequently mentioned as a sub. So, if nf cream cheese is...

Color me confused. I, too thought this was unlimited. Going to start a new thread so as to keep the great frosting ideas continuing here.

pp Goal to eat every 3 hours or sooner B-turkey slices S-turkey slices, hb egg L-turkey slices S-yogurt D-2 dry fried eggs, Dukan bread, turkey bacon Water* Walk-13 min

It definitely fits dukan's guidelines but I'm not sure if it's "official". Can't believe it would not be allowed.

Just saw this, glad someone answered. One of my favorite flavors is lemons used to eat them, cut in half with salt until the dentist informed my mom my tooth enamel was wearing away! Mix cornflour, salt and sweetener. Gradually add in water, not milk. Cook until thickened. Stir small amount...

Sounds wonderful, especially aubergine is one of my favorite foods in the world! Reminds me of a cross between eggplant parmigiana and lasagna. Can't wait to try it next pv day!

I'm in the states and get it from a food coop. So, more of a natural foods place, maybe. My regular grocery doesn't carry it.

That would be great! Now just to find it. B-hb egg L-hb egg D-steak Water! No bran.

Yeah, I know! It's the most logical to add more. When that didn't work, I bought the xylitol. Then read too much equals bitterness, so on a lark, mixed the two, reduced goal amount and like the result. Good luck on today's version! Keep us posted!

If you use too much sweetener, it can cause bitterness, so maybe less. I found by combining 1:1 stevia, the light, floury baking kind with xylitol, I got the closest to sugar's sweetness.

I'm still perfecting my technique for storage. Right out of machine, it's perfect! The bowl should make no slushy sound before using. Freezing, next time putting in smaller containers. I had used only one large one and it was frozen solid. Left on the counter to thaw and forgot all about it...

Officially, I don't know. If so, it's tolerated and I just read only one a day. But I do know for me now, it's off my list. I'm guessing pv meals should always have a veggie? Wasn't sure. PP 2/5 B-turkey slices, hb egg L-turkey, yogurt D- 1/4 lb minced beef, onion slice, mustard, nf...

I got so sick of protein, I considered becoming a vegetarian. I used to enjoy meat and chicken, but became so sick of it. I ate only yogurt for days. Thankfully, it passed and I found myself branching out into "recipes" to change up flavors.

Oh! I know Paul McKenna! I had his sleep cd from the library. It did help. I like you Swakey, began to find his voice uninteresting. In addition, I did not like having "someone else" in my mind when I feel asleep. My dreams got pretty strange. So, I stopped. Probably means I'm a great candidate...

Ok, not such a great week, number wise. Back up to 161.2 with a +.8 from last week. So, at end of week 4, total loss of only -7.8 lb. Hoping the gain from yesterday's low of 159.8 is some weird blip and next week the loss will show up, combined with additional loss. So, still keeping my goal of...

I've experienced the inexplicable voice, in such a rational tone, saying you shouldn't want this, you'll be better off staying as you are. And me thinking, yes, I don't really want to change. Why? I don't know. Several reasons pop up. There'll be no more excuses, I'm not really deserving, etc...

Oh, not so good. +.8 this week :sigh:

Awesome!!!

Beautiful butterfly, I felt the same. Don't know how much you have to loose, but for me, working through the boredom was worth it. And it led me to the realization I was eating for entertainment. Which would be fine if it was not to an excess. So. I had to let go of that and ready to look around...

Are you on conso or cruise? Because aside from the half a pear, I can't tell. My thought of the top, without much thought at all, is you are not eating enough. I'm sure others will chime in. I'm still new to this, especially conso!

I went back and reread Dukan's suggestions for the choices if you fall into one of 4 groups of resistant cases after the initial loss. He actually recommends going onto conso in 2 out of the 4 cases before hitting TW. Again, it's what I love about this diet. It's my choice. And there in is...

Ugh. What a stall. You've got phenomenal will, congrats on that! You'll figure it out, just keep trying different things if what you're currently doing isn't working. Would love to see what you're eating, an when. There's such great experience here, something to try will come up for sure...

I have tried a lot also. The other most successful was Fat Flush. And both are similar. Dukan is easier to prepare meals for. Positives: ease of food prep, quick initial large loss, no hunger, no cal count, no quantity limit, wide variety within allowed food groups, many solutions for...

pp 1/5 Steak w LC bleu cheese Turkey slices Steak w LC b c Branmeal Water!

I really see this weight loss as secondary. Yet, at the same time it is a lovely symbol of my success and growth This time, and probably, maybe, because it's not my first, second, third, keep going, time of it, this time I'm focusing on the moments, reasons, emotions, head thoughts, right...

Yay, yah, Silver, I'm here on this side of the globe, Costcotian, too. I'll check the jello cups out. Sugar free has been my problem. I'll check Costco again, but the last time, aside from activia, there were no sf ones. I've actually grown to like mixing in all the sf water flavors. Although...

Testing my resolve! Start of new 5/5 cycle. At end of first cycle since attack, am up 1lb. Hoping loss resumes with the next few pp days. Three more days of sts and will officially be in a plateau. But, here. Now. Doing great. Old pants feel looser. Well, not so tight! Remained steady through...

Last pv day of 5/5 B- steak with light laughing cow. Need to watch these, tolerated only L- ff stew D- Dukan bread. Dukan cupcake- all egg, dairy Water- yes! Enough

I had a killer headache! Killer. And did not feel well. Should pass by day three or four. It's supposedly a sign of detox. So, it's a good thing! I googled detox symptoms and felt relieved. Also, make it through, and you'll be amazed at the energy you'll have. I haven't felt this great in a long...

I truly feel for you. I won't be surprised to be in your shoes. My starting weight and goal weight is very similar. My history has been to drop four pounds and then wait. Wait. Wait. And then, boom, four pounds less. But, what an effort! One of the reasons i put my goal as low as it is. I'm...

I made these cupcakes last night and was impressed. And it takes a lot to impress me. I don't have cupcake tins so put 9 cupcake paper linings in a 8x 8 pan. They all "grew" together in the oven. Next time I'll just forego the liners and make it into a cake. Or at least get some silicone cupcake...

Gotcha! Thanks. I don't think they are. In fact, here in California, I can't find any sf, nf yogurt. So am left to adding diet water flavoring powder or extracts to plain nf Greek or making my own. Was kinda hoping it was Total cereal, but for what reason I clearly don't know. I've always hated...

Forgot to add, I had such a sweet tooth hakering last night. And my first ever mw Dukan bread probably helped create it! It was so bread like and after almost a month without, I had no idea I missed it so much! Anyway, I made these, exactly as written. Pink Cheesecake Cupcakes Dukan Diet Recipe...

Second time today i've seen this. What is it? Hopefully it's Total cereal and not another lovely, across the sea, specialty like Quark that I'll have to long for?:cry:

DeeCe, this is classic Dukan. The second post just like this this week. And my guess, with the new year being many's start date and with Dukan's rigid schedule, similar loss rate, my guess is more to come. Dukan addresses exactly this stage so clearly. It again, is one of the reasons I love...

Roasted store bought chicken is a go to item for me also. Without the skin, being injected nor sitting in fat as they're spit roasted, I assume they're fat fee enough. And quick, easy and filling. That is so important for fighting hunger or appetite urges. I've read it here before and now am...

I would use them in a custard. Nf milk, cornflour, sweetener. Stove top pr bakes in oven. Or use in scrambled eggs.

Deli! Thanks for your timely post! Just made it with the 1 T bran cause I do have it. I was sceptical, but it is very bread like. Also used two whole eggs, so very yellow, but after three and a half bread less days, this is pretty dang close. It's also very filling! Not sure I could eat it all...

Today's the end of 2weeks cruise. Am on the last day of 5/5 pv and still up a pound from end of pp. Will be interesting to see on Friday, after first pp or, maybe, Saturday how much was lost this cycle. Have not met goal of walking yet and with four days left to accomplish it, will do...

B-hard boiled egg L-spinach salad, tomatoes, o oil, ac vinegar, yogurt D-sirloin steak with tolerated melted laughing cow blue cheese Bran porridge 1.5l water, 3diet soda, coffee

Love that idea, Xeili! Could add one for every 5 lb lost. Slow going for me to. I've looked at areas where I'm not meeting the minimum like water intake, bran, skipping meals and walking. Have made it a priority and will see if it makes a difference next Tuesday. Also sneaking in exercise where...

Yogi, I just bought extra light laughing cheese in blue cheese. It really fit into my Chef Salad, with hard boiled egg, chicken, turkey bacon. I was wondering how to get the blue cheese flavor in there. So glad to read Laughing cow's being an option!

Excellent Xeili! I'm totally unaware of the program. Been looking at Zumba for the Kinect but it's pricey. Maybe I'll set it for my next goal gift. I'll check it out.

Oh, my. I do not know the reason why, but those desserts truly do not appeal to me. Somewhere along the way, I've lost my sweet tooth and never would I ever imagine that possible! But, when I see those, all I see is future fat jiggling on my thighs. sigh. I've become one of those. People who can...

Yikes! What a dilemma! No wonder you're freaking out. At first I was going to say if you have to have a nightmare, this is the one to have, but really! It sounds like there are two major issues. One, you and your own impulses and controlling them. That's mangeable? Certainly, many vacations are...

I'm doing 5/5 for ease of shopping. Although I can't quite get quantities right. Have had to throw out some produce and now wondering if 1/1 might be better. One reason I went with 5/5 is to prevent boredom. Thinking, contrary to most, the goal of having vegetables would keep me motivated and...

B-coffee:( L-turkey bacon, nf cream cheese & adobe chili, roasted beet &balsamic vinegar S-hb egg D-spinach,nf feta,tomato salad, ff stew:D Bran cereal 1 l. water, can diet soda

Congrats! % loss is so empowering! The physicality of what those lower numbers really mean. Less for knees to carry, feet to push, heart to pump, lungs to capillaries. I imagine their relief. Let alone the lightness felt moving. I'm motivated too by your fantastic results! You could be the...

I would jump on that! Sounds like a fun time even without the photo and groupon deals are just fantastic! Fun, future events are such a delight. Hope you get it for your self!

Thai Chicken 3lbs whole chicken, cut in pieces-Place in broiler pan, broil 425f 20-30 minutes 1T cornflour 1 T water. Combine. 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 T ginger, minced 1/4 c scallions, minced 2 T mint, minced. Cook in 2 t olive oil or water. Stir in cornflour mix. 1 c nf milk 2...

Have you been upping your water intake? One liter, ideally we should be drinking two or three, but one liter weighs 2pounds! So, that could be six pounds in one day! Just food for thought. Also, I wish I'd measured my self when I first started. If the scales aren't budging or climbing, they can...

Yes, best of both for you! Lucky guy! Although, I was tripping for joy yesterday when... I found Quark! And, did it ever live up to my expectations! It wasn't low fat/fat free at 3% but I'm going to enjoy it. And, maybe it's Dukan approved? I know I read something about it, just can't remember...

Omg, Ellie, I'd say that's the best reward I can ever imagine! What a wonderful thing to hold in anticipation! Reward isn't the best word. It really should be "gift", given for the pleasure of celebration. I'm going to see if I can edit the topic. My first topic, so I'm clueless!

Yes! It does. Maybe a thread for quick snacks to go should be started. That's a weak area for me, never taking the time to pre-pack food. Or have something in the fridge handy!

I have. It, along with gaining back a few pounds when I started pv (I did a 5/5 rotation) is the reason I gave up on Dukan. Went back to a previous plan. Wasn't successful. Gained more and pulled out the Dukan book again. My motto is "you can doo kan dukan". I felt the same way this time. And...

I'm in the states too and got the yogourmet brand. Have been pleased with it and really wanted the one large container instead of smaller individual ones. I have made my own jerky! In a food dehydrator. It came out amazingly well. I hadn't thought about it being Dukan friendly, but I'm sure it...

I love the idea of rewards! My own little gift for myself! Before starting this, I had not spent much energy or attention on myself so I had a lot of rewards! I remember past times having a hard time coming up with many, but this go has fun and exciting filled rewards. Before I started I got...

You won't regret it Vegaspool! Mine was not very expensive and the inner container holds the large amount of milk and yogurt actives. It sits inside the outer container which is filled with water. Sort of like a bain-marie, supposedly improving the texture. It also came with a muslin bag to...

Pv B-yogurt L-chicken D-whole acorn squash, no protein, filled by squash. Forgot deli meat, should have had egg! No bran Zippo water, 4 cans diet soda Clearly I need to change this!

My mom made those all the time too! She would mince scallions in also. Haven't had those for ages and a perfect pv snack. Wonder why celery isn't allowed always. Seems like it can't have any carbs. Wonder if the same could be done with rhubarb? As a kid I always ate it by dabbing the end into...

You can use lemon as a flavoring for fish, etc so it's fine for water. I made the mistake my first Dukan go of buying and drinking lots of sp water with a high sodium content even though I knew which brands to stay away from. Other than that, sp water is supposed to be great. I'm not a fan of...

I've never been a jello fan but made some up one night craving sweets. Did the quick set method and at the last moment decided to whip some yogurt into it and then freeze into some sort of ice cream. It never made it to the freezer! Just like a soft mousse. Since, I see it's a dukan favorite. Sf...

Teddy, I don't have any Dukan theory advice to give you. I'm too new to this and i'm sure others will br along with great options. Just want to say I'm totally impressed with you sticking and staying with this for 5 months. And loosing 17 lbs! Don't loose sight of that! It's so easy to find...

Pretty amazing how when a certain food group is allowed, encouraged, expected to be the primary source, it looses an a large amount of appeal! Choice is so important for me. Tell me I can't have it and even though I didn't think I did, I all of a sudden really really want it. Classic lovely...

Pv B:hard boiled egg V late lunch: sirloin steak(8-9 oz?) dry grilled onions No bran Lite on water Clearly this was not a good day. And no veggies cause I didn't go shopping.

From what I've read the recommended amount is 1 1/2 liter, although 2 liters is also mentioned. I go with 1 1/2 and have a difficult time with it. I got A set of three water bottles which have an attached straw, close able top and graduations on the side. Water Bottle - BPA Free Bottles -...

Congrats!!! Such an achievement!! And no way would I call anyone who's mastered what you have lazy! Not enough credit given for the huge energy and commitment required for such a feat, I think. It's wonderful what you've accomplished!!!

You're very inspiring, Peter! Looks like you're way ahead of your goal date. It makes me happy! And adds to my confidence that a phased approach is successful. I'm hoping to get to my goal in one set, but know if I become frustrated and easily start slipping, to move on to conso accepting...

PP Friday B- hard boiled egg L- yogurt S- yogurt D- sirloin steak, dry grilled onions S- hot cocoa, nf milk Water-short, 2 cans diet soda, coffee No bran

There's an allowable fat content for meat. I don't remember what, maybe 5%? There's also one for dairy and carb, sugar vs non-sugar. I'm currently sticking with all non-fat and only allowable Dukan recommendation products. I'm sure someone more Dukan experienced will come along and post. Or...

End of week 3 and down 8.4lbs. Looking at the 150's longingly. That's a major marker, high weight until a few months ago. Will be most comfortable when I break into the 140's. Until then, ignoring the big picture and focusing on the little details. Pound by pound. .4lb by .4lb. Stayed with the...

I have a yogurt cooker. Got it before learning you could make it in a slow cooker. I haven't made any since starting Dukan, but will. In the states there's a fab Greek yogurt, fage, which is wonderful! I've been lazy and buying that but with the amount i'm eating, it's on my list this weekend to...

Week 3 I keep counting because this doesn't seem like 3 weeks, it feels much shorter! Third week: 3.4 lbs lighter! Total loss: 8.6lbs :D

Welcome and good luck with whatever you decide on. I don't know anything about SW but it appears to be quite popular and there must be a reason for that. With four kids you'll probably be most successful with a diet easily adapted to family dinners and a simple, non-time consuming one. What a...

Thanks, I'll have to pick up one of those. I can see why the gallette is such a nice treat now. Mine was a chore to get down!

I like that reasoning, it's good enough for me too. I love balsamic and have an elderberry one I was wondering about. Great way to flavor things up without salt.

My dad always made our sausages. Started with the casings, then just made as patties. Can we have ground pork? He would grind it himself, choosing a very lean cut of pork. Added typical sausage seasonings, pattied the up and fried. They were so tasty and very lead, hardly any fat draining off...

Are the cultures different from a good quality yogurt? I remember when Activia came out as such a great source of probiotics and then learning it has exactly the same as other good quality yogurts.

I never checked balsamic's label. In his book I found it interesting and favorable D ukan recommended 4times the amunt of balsamic over cider vinegars in his main vinaigrette recipe. Now wondering if it's a typo and should have been reversed. It's what I used all five days on a salad for pv...

Anjuschka, as I was reading that I thought, hmmm, that's the method for cream puffs! Bet it could be adapted for that and filled with nf cream cheese and an egg. I've got a splendid Danish recipe that's only egg, cream cheese, lemon extract, baked in a dough, resulting in a quick, fantastic...

A thing of beauty! And wow, your gallette is so much more fluffy, light and luscious than mine! Mine is more like a dried up piece of shoe leather, no bready texture at all. I'll have to work on my technique, guessing my pan is too large also. Nice to see you're not beating whites separately...

This sounds lovely and a great protein source and it's quick. The perfect combo. I have two packs of silken tofu waiting for an idea and this is it.

The best thing about the past days is my commitment. Been tempted to snack, binge and have talked myself out of it. Did take a bite of hot dog and 1/10of a potato chip. O, so salty and not tasty at all! Hooray! Also grabbed a sausage bit along with melty,gooey cheese off a pizza. Pretty good but...

PP 4/5 B-coffee, hard boiled egg! Finally a quick, eatable item first thing. S-vent vanilla nf Starbucks latte (nice splurge, coupon for expired yesterday) L-cooked ground/mince sirloin fried onions, garlic, tampico sauce D-1/4chicken breast, more ground beef S-yogurt, drink powder Oat bran...

Hi Karen! Really enjoyed reading your diary and that you're back! My final goal is similar to you. Really would like to be in the 130's. I'll be wishing you much success!

It's a toffee bar, chocolate coated. Funny thing when I indulged none of it tasted as good as I thought it would. It let me down. That was really good too. Learning that I can't even count on food to feel better. Have to look elsewhere. So, re-exploring past passions. I'm so glad you're...

Ok, here's what I do. Turn it around. It's not a fall off the wagon but a jump off so I can climb up on a new, improved wagon. For instance, you're now on a much stronger wagon with a wiser driver who now knows several things! One, you're now aware of your own "reaction" to your mom's (others?)...

I love acidic flavors and love the apple cider vinegar and water. Makes my mouth water writing it. Happy to know it's allowed and might help. Let us know if you notice any difference!

Just wanted to say congrats! I read last night on conso phase. I had been thinking itvwas necessary to keep rotating pv/pp days. So relieved to read that it was only 1pp/week. It did say no tolerated on pp Thursday and to be extremely rigid with the rules. Best of luck! Wondering what that...

Thanks! I just bought oat bran yesterday and aside from adding to my nightly porridge, which was not an improvement, do not know what to do with it. Know I'll find ideas here.

Yes, that is no help at all. Might be better fulfillment to close one's eyes, imagine the aroma, feel the little crispy thing in one's fingers and lick the monitor. Reminds me of the time I made Tofu French Fries. They were so gol dang freaking ugly I didn't even take them out of the oven let...

I'm looking deep into my crystal ball and, my dear thininthere friend, definitely see a bikini in your future. Yes, and a dang hot one at that! Actually, there's quite a crowd of bikini beauties running around in that lovely crystal globe!

Hey rjr! Welcome! I'm new also and it's 50 posts before an avatar can be uploaded. Or 30,not sure, but just keep posting and you'll get there! Best of luck!

Welcome! I too stumbled upon this site and so happy I did! Great find!

Congrats on the loss, vegaspool! I'm glad to hear of your phased approach and quick regain of muscle. I'm also holding off with exercise until I'm closer or at my tw. It's so nice to have all these tools/options. I read Dukan recommends increase in exercise in consolidation. Now, for me, that...

What a tremendous achievement!

Just love your attitude Silver! Strong, persevering and, so important, accepting. I'm here cheering for you!

Fantastic! So motivating, isn't it!

This sounds delightful! I've got shopping to do and will pick up the ingredients. I just found coconut extract in my cupboard. Will pull out a little soup and add it along with nf milk powder to see how it works since coconut Thai soup is my favorite of all time.

Welcome ljwari! Such a great place to find answers and support!

Week 1 of Cruise: -1 lb Week 1 1/2 (day 10): -5 Week 2 1/2 (day 17): -2

Ok, so i'm super pleased with my first batch! All I had was 0% Greek yogurt. I used the whole quart. Mixed some vanilla extract with about 2 tablespoons 0% cream cheese ( US book says this is unlimited not tolerated), about 1 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch (tolerated and 6 servings/6 teaspoons)...

It arrived yesterday and is freezing for it's first 24hours. It's smaller than I envisioned and so easily fits in my freezer. Read that sugar is necessary to give ice cream the proper crystal structure, so probably true for yogurt. Not expecting the creaminess of soft serve so excited to see...

Hmmm, very interesting and the extra motivation to continue to avoid sugar. Or at least, replace the candy bar with a good scotch.

Have your thyroid levels looked at. I'm guessing they ran those also. Not sure where you are, but what's considered the normal level can vary. Just saying because fatigue, coldness are classic. Along with totally loosing your memory and fuzzy brain syndrome.

Am I wrong or did I read that Dr Dukan advises no extreme exercising while on this diet? If so, then the reasoning would be there's no need for protein shakes. So, if true, my question would be why no extreme exercising on the plan. My plan is to "save up" heavier exercise if my weight stalls...

Well, just accidentedly visited ITT institute and wiped out my entire post, so quick and dirty here. New attitude helpful in many ways. More respect for food, less guilt over eating animals, more respectful, honoring relationship with food. Third pv day out of five. May change cycle. Gained a...

Ooo, I really like that one, Vixx. Puts a positive spin on it for sure while really placing one's mind set into the future on goals. Then weighing how important or not the item really is.

Thank you, Atropos, I ordered one of these a few days ago. I adore frozen yogurt and have scouted all local shops trying to find nonfat, sugar free, low carb to no avail! Bought frozen yogurt is what de-railed me on my first Dukan go. I thought it was allowed and had one every day for lunch...

I could so see myself doing exactly the same. Probably will in the next 3 plus months. Thanks for sharing you hard earned lesson. It's the kind for me that's probably gotta be self taught, but I have yours and Atropos' stories rattling around now in my head to pull on. Hoping the 2.2 pounds drop...

Such great suggestions! I just want to say I'm rooting for you! It's so very hard at times. Such a struggle and really requires a tremendous energy, like pushing a stone up a mountain. And it sounds like you've got other things going on right now requiring your energy. So, no wonder you're...

Well then, I actually rep'd myself while I was clicking away on all those litle things to see what they did. Almost reported my own as well! :p

I'll definitely not be demonizing food! Taking things off list, especially when emotions are involved only serves to end up hurting me. I'll end up balanced,hopefully, in the middle. Right now i'm off the deep. Because that's what I've been doing. Removing foods from my eating list because of...

Woo Hoo!! What a great success!

I'm glad something resonated with you. I'd love to hear what ends up working for you. The one good thing about those plateaus I've found is, fortunately, they work both ways. When I'm in one, everything just rolls along. Until a holiday, total stress out, whatever. I'm working toward getting to...

End of attack! Carrying 6 pounds less. ;)

I frequently will stagnate at a certain weight. It can be maddening. In the past when I'd give up, eat whatever, my weight would drop. I'm sure there's a logical reason, but frustrating. I think of them as plateaus my body doesn't want to leave. I think the key is to change up something...

I've forgotten it too. In fact it's usually the last thing I eat as a porridge right before bed because I'm not fond of it and it gets laid by the wayside till I remember before bed. Interesting that it contains gluten. I didn't realize. Thinking I've been feeling so energetic because of...

Thanks for the reply, Maintainer, I slipped on day 4 so started over, hence it adds up to 10. Probably not the right thing, bit i had yet to find you all! It did lead me to some realizations about me and food and I thought I already knew everything about our relationship. Ha! Silly me! I did...

Hi Yogi, new here and just wanted to let you know how much I've appreciated your sharing! Such an inspiration! Hope your husband's and your backs improve radically. I'm a few weeks behind you, and expecting the probable weight gain in switching to cruise, you're my inspiration!

So glad to have found this place! Excited to be on my journey back to myself, hidden inside, unveiling. Wanting to remember and become once again childlike in fulfilling my body's need for energy. Realizing how much I actually don't enjoy eating. Ironic, truly, but memories of being a child...

New to the site and doing Dukan, so wanted to say hi to all you other Dukanites. Second. Time around here. First time made it through attack, only to stop after third day in cruise because no weight loss. Since reading through the posts here, along with over the top commitment, realize the need...

Hi Kelly! I'm new also, although it's the first time on this forum for me. Congrats on your first go and keeping it off. That's my goal this time around on the Dukan route. Wishing you much success!

I'm so happy to have found this site! I've been reading for awhile and love all the support, understanding and acceptance. Just what's needed for this undertaking. Doing a rerun of Dukan. First go was short lived because of impatience. One pound below a new -'ties, as in 70's is what has...