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  1. fiojam

    Advice

    I think scarybush means psyllium husk capsules. They are great! You take 6 per day ut they just give you the bulk you need to go. Never have any problems these days :D
  2. fiojam

    Psyllium Husk Tablets

    I take this many and it really helps. It keeps things moving nicely and I never have a problem :D
  3. fiojam

    Eating Chicken on Exante

    Wow, brilliant!! Well done!! :D
  4. fiojam

    Eating Chicken on Exante

    No, you are be fine with chicken xx
  5. fiojam

    Alcohol and ketosis

    Thanks for the replies! Well, we went to the wedding, had a fab time! And I had............ diet coke and my bar! Didn't eat from the buffet and didn't need to drink. Nobody noticed or was bothered, I had a fab time and cake home feeling great that i stuck to my diet! Weigh in tomorrow :0)...
  6. fiojam

    Alcohol and ketosis

    Hi all, I know there is a sticky about this which I've read but I was just wondering... if you wanted to have an alcoholic drink, if I knocked myself out of ketosis to have a drink, how long would it take to get back in to it? Would it take days?? I am at a wedding tomorrow and am quite...
  7. fiojam

    What can you drink on Exante

    Can you have soda water?! I'm thinking yes but am a bit scared to go for it!!
  8. fiojam

    Carbs confusion :0/

    Hi, when looking at carbs, do you read net carbs or carbs minus something? Confused! So when looking at this: http://www.dreamfieldsfoods.com/pdfs/facts_rotini.pdf Do you take it that it has 41g carbs, or 5g (dietary fibre)? Just read on the side : Carbohydrate Facts Total Carbs: Fiber...
  9. fiojam

    TS AAM Salad dressing

    Is it ok to have salad dressing like this: Hellmanns Vinaigrette Light Salad Dressing 235Ml - Groceries - Tesco Groceries On food break week? Or would it knock you out of ketosis? Has 7 cals and 0 carbs per serving but I'm unsure about other ingredients. Thanks
  10. fiojam

    Soups

    I am not keen on the thai chicken, tastes too lemony! I actually prefer the mushroom and veg. I thought they'd be vile but they are my fave. x
  11. fiojam

    Carb counting?

    Thanks stepz, I've got the packs and have started but am planning to do working solution in a couple of weeks. :)
  12. fiojam

    Eating out on exante?!

    Nando's sounds like a fab idea! Thanks :)
  13. fiojam

    Carb counting?

    Hi, I'm a couple of wks off food yet but am trying to get my head around how it works. Do you carb count? If so, how? Carb counter book/app? how many carbs do you try to stick to? If you don't carb count, do you just know what foods to have? Do you guess it? I've no clue at the moment!
  14. fiojam

    Food Break Week

    Ah, so four weeks on TS then the 5th week with add a meal? Gah, thought it was going to work out for some things we already have arranged. Never mind. Thanks for the reply :)
  15. fiojam

    Hen do help!!

    I did it!! Had chicken with the sauce on the tide which I didn't have (just a little taste) and swapped the chips for lovely veggies. Had a diet coke and sparkling water, skipped started and pud and feel great! :D
  16. fiojam

    Eating out on exante?!

    Is it possible to eat out at chinese or indian with Exante? I am going to visit my sister for a week in a couple of weeks time. I live on the Isle of Man, her in UK and we don't see each other very often. I am going to try to stick to it as much as I possibly can but she was looking forward...
  17. fiojam

    Food Break Week

    Is this every 4th week? As in you TS for 3 full weeks then on the 4th add a meal? So you only go 3 weeks at a time with no food? Cheers :)
  18. fiojam

    Mixing CD with exante?!

    Great! Thanks! That's what I though :D This will really stretch things out for me and give me more variety! Great! I think I will just do the odd CD day here and there.
  19. fiojam

    Mixing CD with exante?!

    Hi, DH has just found stacks of CD packs in the back of a cupbard which we didn't realise we had!! Can you mix the diets, as in have the od CD meal in place of an Exante one? Or maybe a week of CD and a week of Exante? Just thought it would be a shame not to use it! Thanks :D
  20. fiojam

    Hen do help!!

    Thanks for the replies all! I am feeling much better about this now. I won't be drinking alcohol at all so I'm not going to worry about that. I guess the sauce is my only danger zone. Bring it on!! Oops, Sorry Starlight, new to this area and I didn't realise, makes perfect sense though :o
  21. fiojam

    Hen do help!!

    Hi All! I am new here, I have just started on exante on Sunday and so far it is going very well! I've not stepped on the scales so can't tell from that point of view but I'm not really hungry which is good as I'm just starting day 4. I also had a very challenging day yesterday as I spent all...
  22. fiojam

    Your favourite/least favourite Cambridge Products?

    I like and usually have: Cranberry bars (peanut in 2nd place - don't ever have any of the others) Fruits of the forest Shake is best be I like all of the fruit shakes. Chocolate tetra I do like the tomato soup but not any of the others although I'm totally off soup at the moment. I HATE...
  23. fiojam

    What is your most desired reason for weight loss?

    To go for IVF. Had my little girl who has just turned 1 through IVF... want to try for another v soon. Want to try for another in December - around 16 weeks away. Need to get my BMI down to 30 which means dropping about 30lbs from now. How long do you think this will take?! I really want...
  24. fiojam

    PICTURES: From Size 20 to Size 10 in only 4 months!

    WOW!! You look SO fab!! I love that dress in the last photo - where did you get it? So flattering! What a change. Very well done!
  25. fiojam

    Woo hoo!! Woo hoo!! Woo hoo!! YES!!!

    Thanks for all your lovely replies. I'm still over the moon :D Just got back from shopping. Got a friends wedding blessing to go to in 5 weeks so was looking for something to wear. Found and bought THIS in M&S per una and thought it was just beautiful! I NEVER wear dresses - in fact none of...
  26. fiojam

    Woo hoo!! Woo hoo!! Woo hoo!! YES!!!

    Thanks - not really decided on my hair yet... My tiara is arriving in the shop next week and then I'll book an appointment with the hairdresser to discuss possibilities. I did fancy it sort of curled and up but with just a few loose bits - difficult to explain :o I thought about having it down...
  27. fiojam

    Woo hoo!! Woo hoo!! Woo hoo!! YES!!!

    :party0019::party0019::party0019::party0019::party0019::party0019: I'm SO pleased!! Lost 3lbs this week after my little slip up last wk. Have to say, I'm not doing CD anymore and am counting calories (finance being an issue and feeling the need to move on). I'd set myself the goal of 9st...
  28. fiojam

    question for ya?

    People say don't eat coz it's hard to get back into. BUT... you should eat and drink for your wedding and honeymoon!! You're only going to do it once!! I would also treat the hen night as a day to get used to eating in ready for your wedding - try not to go overboard though. I'm also getting...
  29. fiojam

    New photos of CD journey

    Thanks for the lovely comments all! I will post more pics when we're both at goal and will of course post up wedding pics when we get wed :)
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    What to do about wedding dress!!

    I too get married in 14 weeks. I ordered my dress in January and will have to have it taken in by quite some!! I'd lost 3st before ordering and have gone on to lose a further 2 ad a half! I knew it would have to be taken in and i couldn't order a smaller one as the dress shop dont like to put...
  31. fiojam

    New photos of CD journey

    And now for the photos of my lovely fella who I'll be getting married to in 15 weeks time :D What a lucky girl I am :D :D :D :D :D :D :D :D
  32. fiojam

    New photos of CD journey

    Hey all!! Thought I'd post some new photos on here of both myself and my fiance. We've both lost over 5st. I have about half a stone to go and my lovely fella has about a stone and a half ish. I didn't take before pictures at the start of CD which I now regret so my first photo is taken of...
  33. fiojam

    My Mood?!?!

    Woo hoo... just worked it out myself :p I've been very daring today today so I think I've picked the perfect mood! Decided to move up a stage or two but not so sure if it's such a great idea. :o Last weekend I was away so for the first time ever I ate low fat, ultra healthy salads and...
  34. fiojam

    My Mood?!?!

    Where have these 'my mood' things come from?? I want one :cry:
  35. fiojam

    Back from my trip.

    Hi all, I've been away for a long easter weekend and have really missed minimins :cry: Thought I'd catch up and it has changed a little! In such a short space of time too. Well, I had my 'official' mid week weigh in (due to me not being able to weigh on Sunday as usual) and I managed to lose...
  36. fiojam

    Not great BUT...

    I know this is true but we sometimes get caught up with the numbers on the scales dont we :rolleyes: I got into a size 12 which I should be really proud of :cool: I am looking forward to tomorrow's 'official' weigh in and will post up the result.
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    Not great BUT...

    Thanks flirty. I know... a loss is a loss and I should look back at what i've done and stay focused on what I want over all. I think i may have been a little ambitious aiming for 10st 2lbs as I'm on CD1000 and only had half a week to drop 1.75lbs... sometimes I've only managed to lose this in...
  38. fiojam

    How much would you expect to pay for a Mix A Moouse?

    :eek: I pay £5!! :eek:
  39. fiojam

    Not great BUT...

    LOL!!! Yes, surely if a woman had a big bust then this should be taken into account?!?! I don't need to worry on that front though :o I know what you mean about not appreciating being a certain weight. When I was lighter I would always moan that I needed to lose more, however, when I was...
  40. fiojam

    Not great BUT...

    Hi Dani - I'm 5'4''. My ideal weight according to my BMI is between 7st 9lbs (:eek: WHAT?!?!?!?!) and 10st 5lbs. There is no way on this eart that I could possibly get to 7st 9lbs! The lowest I've evern weighed was 8st 10lbs and to be honest, this was a little low. I think weighing between...
  41. fiojam

    Not great BUT...

    ... SO much better than 6 months ago!!!! :D This week I've only lost a measly half pound :mad: Was REALLY hoping for one and a half :cry: BUT, I'm now 65.75lbs lighter!! I've gone from a VERY tight size 20 (and even a 22) to generally a very loose size 14... I even bought a pair of size 12...
  42. fiojam

    Just hit my target

    :clap: Well done you!!! :clap:
  43. fiojam

    Coffee - water retention?

    Hi. Weighed in at 10st 3.75 on monday, gone beck up to 10st 4.75 this morning. Have stuck to the CD1000 and have been good so souldnt have gained weight. Only thing I can think of is that it is an apparent weight gain as I dont think ive eaten anything bad. Maybe it is water retention? I did...
  44. fiojam

    Question about maintainance

    Bump :) I'd like to know this too.
  45. fiojam

    Im SO happy!!!! Got my goal! Healthy!!!

    Thanks Dani, I'm glad you have kept on track after seeing how I did today. It is very hard and I've had a couple of weeks this month when I've not been very happy with the weigh in. You just have to keep looking forward towards your goal and try to stay focused. You will get there. I've not...
  46. fiojam

    Im SO happy!!!! Got my goal! Healthy!!!

    Thanks all :D I'm in the best mood ever!! I'm hoping to get down to 10st and I think it will take me 2 to 3 weeks. I've not felt this good in years! I'm having a super day!!
  47. fiojam

    Im SO happy!!!! Got my goal! Healthy!!!

    :bliss: :bliss: :bliss: :bliss: :bliss: :bliss: :bliss: :bliss: :bliss: :bliss: :bliss: :bliss: :bliss: :bliss: Woo hooo!!!! I'm SO over the moon!!!! Weighed in this morning and was 10st 4.25!! :bliss: I'd set myself a goal of getting to 10st5lbs by todays date as this was in the 'Healthy...
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    Other half on CD but visit to india on the cards!

    :0( No, he cant get out of it :( He in on 1000cals so isnt in ketosis. He will be doing business lunches so dont know what he is in for. Part of the peoblem is that he hasnt been to india before and we know there will obviously be curries but what else would there be??!?!?! What is a...
  49. fiojam

    Other half on CD but visit to india on the cards!

    Bump! Anyone?? We're getting married in 5 mths time and would like for him (and me!) to be at goal by then. Advice needed.
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    Other half on CD but visit to india on the cards!

    My other half is on CD 1000 at the moment and is doing very well. He has about 2st to go but is steadily losing. His work have a trip to India planned for him for the end of April for 3 weeks :eek:. How will that fit into CD?!?!?! Would it be possible to stick to the diet? Is there a way of...
  51. fiojam

    One big push this week!

    Was a bit miffed with my loss of only 1lb this week as I was hoping to break into the 'Healthy' weigh range. But on the bright side... I'm only 1.75lbs away from that now so should be able to get that this week with a big push :D I WILL BE HEALTHY!!!!
  52. fiojam

    My diet song....

    So fitting!! Funny how songs can fit in with personal things going on in our lives at a particular time.
  53. fiojam

    Alcohol! 1st drink!!

    Hi! Just had my first glass of wine in 5 months!! :eek: Was socializing with neighbours and they offered me a drink... would usually turn it down but I've been 'dry' for ages now and I'm almost at goal! (will find out the result of this week tomorrow:eek:- hope it will be ok). I'm going to...
  54. fiojam

    SO tired and flippin hungry! :0(

    Hi Coley, Well, to be honest I'm not that keen on salad stuff. Especially if it is dry :o What can I have? Tomorrow I'm out with my kiddies (I'm a teacher) on a school trip. I've decided to have the following: B'FAST: Shake + fruit e.g. 1 plum (25cals) 1 apple (50cals) (will have a couple...
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    SO tired and flippin hungry! :0(

    OK, so I have eaten a little bit over what I should have today. Just after posting the above I had an apple. I had my tea (as stated above) but instead of only having 100g of salmon, I had about 180g (ish, maybe slightly less - I know it is almost double the amount but I was SO hungry! I'm...
  56. fiojam

    SO tired and flippin hungry! :0(

    Well, a typical day for me on CD1000 is as follows: BREAKFAST= Shake + fruit (maybe a banana or an apple or grapes) Usually 100 cals worth though and I have my other 50 cals worth with my lunch). LUNCH= soup + other piece of fruit left over from b'fast. (this is where I'm up to now and am...
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    SO tired and flippin hungry! :0(

    No, I'm not ssing. I'm on CD 1000 which is great. I'm in my 21st week and have found this whole diet fairly easy (ish!). It hasn't been until now when I'm only about half a stone away from my goal that I'm starting to feel I NEED something :cry:. I'm due on my TOTM which isn't helping... I'm...
  58. fiojam

    Eating out / alcohol??!?!

    Hi. I'm almost at goal which I'm really pleased about - I've got about 8lbs ish to go :D I started VLCD in october and haven't eaten out or had a drink (alcoholic) either. I am now on CD 1000 and think 1200 is just around the corner for me. What I wanted to know is, if you are on 1000/1200 do...
  59. fiojam

    What's next?!?

    Hi. I'm about 8lbs away from my target and am currently on CD1000. At what point should I move up the stages? Do I wait until I'm at my goal to move up to 1200? When should I be on 1500? Please don't suggest I ask my CDC because she doesn't know!! :rolleyes: She never tells me what to do :(...
  60. fiojam

    Obsession with scales

    I weigh every day, first thing in the morning :rolleyes: I know I shouldn't but I just cant help it! I've tried putting them away but it always gets the better of me.
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    Handy mug for shakes at work etc

    Me too. My fiance and I got one each and they didn't really work very well. The theory was good but they didn't really do what we thought they would. Sorry :(
  62. fiojam

    Only 1lbs off - feeling a bit miffed. Cheer me up!!

    Well, I've stuck to CD1000(a) to the letter and this has not been a great weigh in. Today I hopped on and had only lost 1lb :( (although I has hopped on during the week and it was showing a gain! I didn't think I'd lose at all this week!) The losses are really slowing down now. I have lost...
  63. fiojam

    CD 1000 b plan - food list?

    And she shouldn't do that because she is already slim and obviously has a BMI below 25. Surely SHE should know that!!!
  64. fiojam

    CD 1000 b plan - food list?

    Quite... she didn't know anything about CD1000 when I went to her last. She cant help us in any way other than to supply the food packs :(
  65. fiojam

    CD 1000 b plan - food list?

    Thanks. I am quite pleased with the total loss (59lbs). It is something I *may* think about doing in the future. I do have plans to work part time in the near-ish future (getting married in August, hopefully babies after that ;)) and so would be going part time and would have time. BUT that...
  66. fiojam

    CD 1000 b plan - food list?

    Hi. I'm currently on CD 1000 (plan a) but am thinking of moving on to the step b. In the yellow booklet it has recipies for lots of tasty foods which include steak, pork, salmon and carrots (sure there is more!). The thing is... I'm a little confused :confused: I've stuck to chicken, turkey...
  67. fiojam

    Feeling pleased with myself :0) - Clothes!!

    Hmmm... now there's a thought!! I may do this.
  68. fiojam

    Feeling pleased with myself :0) - Clothes!!

    Cheers Mini!! I'm feeling rather pleased with myself at the moment (although my weigh in is on Sunday and the scales are not showing any movement at the moent :sigh: ) OH is doing really well... he has lost almost 60lbs (I think! It was about that at last count!) I'll keep you posted :D
  69. fiojam

    Feeling pleased with myself :0) - Clothes!!

    Well, now I'm 4st 2lbs lighter and feeling MUCH better!!! I've been bagging up old 'fat' clothes to take to the charity shop (I can't wait to get them out of my house!!) I have 4 black bin bags so far. I have LOADS of things I had to squeeze into which now swamp me :D This included size 20...
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    SO happy! Got my mini goal - undr 11st now!!

    Wooooooooooo hoooooooooooo!!! :D :D :D :D :D I am such a happy bunny today!!! I set myself a mini goal of getting to 11st by the half term hols. Well, it is now half term in the Isle of Man (ours is a week after the uk) and have done it!!!!! I was thinking I wouldn't as I moved up to 1000...
  71. fiojam

    CD 1000 & pancakes (maybe?!?!)

    Do you think I could have a pancake with fruit in on CD 1000? I could substitute my carb portion for the day as a one off. I wouldn't put sugar in. (or is that just being really naughty? :o )
  72. fiojam

    Holland & Barratt pricing!!

    Me too. I usually buy th capsules and they are £11.:o
  73. fiojam

    CD 1000 - weights

    Great!! Thanks for the replies. I did go on skin-less weights. Cheers :)
  74. fiojam

    CD 1000 - weights

    Just wondering, when you are on CD 1000, do you weigh the bananas with the skin on or off? A 'baby' banana (from a kiddie's lunchbox type of bunch) weighed 114g with the skin on and then when I removed the skin it was only about 75g (cant remember exactly) So, if I were to have say a 100g...
  75. fiojam

    Before & After Photo Thread of Inspiration!!! Post Your photos here!

    Wow!! You look fab!! An amazing loss :) You look much happier in the 'after' photo.
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    CD 1000 - gonna move up. Advice please :0)

    Thanks. Can you post a link to Demon's diary please - I can't find it :rolleyes:
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    CD 1000 - gonna move up. Advice please :0)

    Hi. I've been doing a VLCD for 16 weeks now and am very glad to say I am *almost* 4st lighter. I have now lost 54.25lbs (3st 12.5) and am hoping to get down to either 10st 5lbs or maybe a little lower (10st maybe). I did LL for the first 3 weeks, moved to CD and SS'ed for a futher 6 weeks and...
  78. fiojam

    Can anything get rid of my saddlebags?!?!

    Just wondering. I know it's difficult to target a specific area but I'd like to. I've got big saddlebags which remain there, no matter how much or little I weigh!! Is there a way of reducing them? Exercise? Massage? Slendertone? The knife? :eek: It's really crap cuz nothing ever fits...
  79. fiojam

    R U hungry on 790??

    Not at all. I've been doing 790 since xmas and have really enjoyed it. Not ever hungry.
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    The LAST damn stone challenge!!!

    Well, was hoping for a good one but actually only lost 1.75lbs. That means I'll be going for a biggie this week... 3lbs at least! I'm currently 11st 3.5 - am aiming to get to 11st (or just under!) by the end of this school half term... that gives me 2 more weigh ins to lose 3.5lbs (or a little...
  81. fiojam

    Missed a pack.

    I don't *think* it will matter too much as a one off. When I wasn't well last week I missed one of my 790 meals which I think is fine. You shouldn't miss your packs though because of them having all the good stuff in them. I'd say forget yesterday's pack and carry on as normal today - no...
  82. fiojam

    The LAST damn stone challenge!!!

    Things are going well!!!! I'm aiming for 10st 5lbs (Healthy BMI) - I'm now only 13lbs away from that as I'm currently 11st 4lbs (un-official weigh in... 1.25lbs down from sunday) - woo hoo!! Hoping my official Sunday weigh in will be a good un :) 1.25lbs lost since Sunday... hoping for at...
  83. fiojam

    YES!!!!! Great weigh in - 50lbs off!!!

    Woooooooo hooooooooo!!!! I'm over the moon!!! Only did 1.5lbs last week and was worried it may be slowing down now I'm down to the last stone or so.... WRONG!!!!! 3.75 lbs off this week which means I've lost a total of 50.25lbs!! - 3st 8.25lbs. I'm now 11st 5.25 so only 14.25lbs from goal...
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    What to do with a CD bar - polite suggestions only :)

    I love to make little biscuits out of some of the bars (not cranberry or peanut bars) The toffee or chocolate are best IMO. Best to pop them in the fridge for a while first so they're really cold. I then cut them into 12 pieces and microwave 3 pieces at a time for between 30 and 40 seconds...
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    The LAST damn stone challenge!!!

    Hi all! Hope you are all doing ok. Just thought I'd ask your advice. I'm 5ft 4ins, 11st 7lbs and have a BMI of 27.6 I *think* i'm aiming for between 10st and 10st 7lbs. I I would reach a healthy BMI of 24.something when I get to 10st 5lbs but I may go a little lower if I feel I could do...
  86. fiojam

    Tighten the tum!!

    What's the best way to tighten my tum?! I've lost weight before and 'snapped' back but I wasn't as big before losing that time round. As I recently got big red stretch marks before dieting, I've found i'm more saggy this time. Can I do anything to help it to go back? :o
  87. fiojam

    Getting close now!!!

    Thanks for the compliments. Cant wait for the day I get to wear the dress. It is a Maggie sottero - Dynasty.
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    Getting close now!!!

    Oops... you're right!! Think i got a bit carried away!! Still, only 199 days now :D Not really sure what I'm doing with my hair... lots of people are asking me that which is making me think maybe I should be giving it more thought!!:eek: What about you? What date are you getting married...
  89. fiojam

    Psyllium husk capsuals - where to buy?

    Hi. Think I've seen someone mention on here at some point that they have bought spyllium husk capsuals on-line for a good price. Anyone remember this or suggest somewhere to buy? Many thanks :)
  90. fiojam

    Salad Dressing?

    Thanks canreally... it's just that it would be nice to have a change from the veg and salad without anything would be pants. balsamic vinegar is interesting... I will look into it. Thanks for the reply. Can anyone else suggest anything before I go shopping tomorrow? :o
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    Glycogen stores....

    ...I've heard people talking about them 're-filling' when' you go back to eating properly and this causing you to weigh more (I think!! :confused:) How much do glycogen stores generally weigh? How much of a person's weight is their glycogen stores? Just wondering because if I aim for my...
  92. fiojam

    Salad Dressing?

    Are we allowed any form of salad dressing on the 790 plan? Kraft low fat vinegarette for example?
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    Why do people call it different things?!?!

    Some people say 790 and some say 750 plan!! It seems to be more saying 790 but why would others say 750? Is it a mistake or is it because they are cutting something else out which drops 40cals? :confused: Just wondering really. Thanks.:)
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    Getting close now!!!

    Hi. I'm getting married in 20 weeks time (201 days!!! :eek: ) I'm going to order my dress on Saturday - SO excited!!! Here it is: I'm SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO excited!!! Really glad I have lost weight as I will now feel confident and enjoy the day much more than when I was fat!! I'd have hated...
  95. fiojam

    The LAST damn stone challenge!!!

    Hi. I was pointed in your direction and I think it will be good to aim for this together. I have 18lbs to go so just over the stone (can't believe it!!!!). I have to say, I really don't mess about anyway but I will make the promise to stop me from starting to mess about if you know what I...
  96. fiojam

    should I have another pack?

    lol!! Oh my goodness... that had me laughing out loud! Unfortunately there isn't anyone here for me to tell it to!
  97. fiojam

    Cajun spice - can we?

    Also, can we have red pepper (not the veg, as in the seasoning) Cheers :)
  98. fiojam

    Cajun spice - can we?

    Myself and my fiance are on 790. He is getting a bit fed up of te same old stuff. Can he have cajun spice on his chicken to give a bit of variety for him? :rolleyes: Many thanks
  99. fiojam

    Got to change - 1000 or back to SSing??

    Thanks D_Q. I'll pass that info on to him. I think he's going to aim to lose another half stone and then think about changing. I'm about a stone to a stone and a half of my target weight so will be thinking of moving up to 1000 soon anyway. It's just a bit scary moving up as the losses may...
  100. fiojam

    Got to change - 1000 or back to SSing??

    He said he doesn't know. He was thinking maybe ssing because it would be a break from the veg he is sick of and he could go beck to them after a break and maybe appreciate them more after having none. What would the losses be like on 1000 plan? He isn't really bothered about carbs but will...
  101. fiojam

    Got to change - 1000 or back to SSing??

    Hi. My other half is on 790 with me but is getting fed up of the veg. He doesn't like mushrooms or courgettes and cant eat salad without dressing. This has limited him to cauli, broccoli and sprouts (and sometimes cabbage). He is wanting something else as he usually has these veg every day...
  102. fiojam

    Poor Hubby - he started CD today

    My fiance is doing it. He found the first week and a half quite difficult. To be honest I would never have thought he could do it but he has stuck at it 100% (even over xmas). I'm really proud of him. Have a look at his pics...
  103. fiojam

    Salmon

    Hi. I think I probably already know the answer to this question but I thought I'd ask anyway.... My other half and I are on 790. He has come home with a couple of pieces of salmon... can we have them or not? If not, can we have them on 1000? (I'd have o sick em in the freezer) Cheers!! :)
  104. fiojam

    WOO HOO - Week 12 has been a good un!

    I know!! You have met us both when we are quite a bit lighter!! I think you can really see a difference in Jay!! He has lost over 3st in just 9 weeks!! (he had lost a bit before doing CD too)
  105. fiojam

    WOO HOO - Week 12 has been a good un!

    Thanks pandora :) I'm 5'4'' and am currently 11st 10.5 - I'm aiming for about 10st 7 but I may try to get down to 10st so that I can have a little room to go up a bit without there being a panic!!
  106. fiojam

    WOO HOO - Week 12 has been a good un!

    Sorry to those not on broad band!! I know it is a little heavy on the pics! Here's a couple of pics of my fiance - he has done SO well and I'm really proud of him: Before: http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e85/fiojamdrum/Weight%20loss/SV300031.jpg...
  107. fiojam

    WOO HOO - Week 12 has been a good un!

    And today:
  108. fiojam

    WOO HOO - Week 12 has been a good un!

    Start of CD - 13st 8lbs Image of Three weeks into VLCD - Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting Image of Three weeks into VLCD - Photobucket - Video and Image Hosting (EDIT: put the links rather than pics due to them being a bit large!)
  109. fiojam

    WOO HOO - Week 12 has been a good un!

    Hmmm, scary pics... I think mayve I should have resized them!! Anyway, the above are my before pics. I would have had a couple taken by my LLC but I left that and didn't get the pics. I then started to take my own when I started CD in November - I would have been about 13st 8lbs in them -...
  110. fiojam

    WOO HOO - Week 12 has been a good un!

    My before pics - I would have been almost 15st in some of them
  111. fiojam

    WOO HOO - Week 12 has been a good un!

    I'll keep a close eye on you too! We should compare notes and tips!!
  112. fiojam

    WOO HOO - Week 12 has been a good un!

    Thanks. 8 months to the wedding - I think it'll fly by. I'm not usually one for being the centre of attenion but I think I'm going to be loving it!!:D I'll try and post up a pic of my wedding dress maybe (oo er... now I've said that I'm not sure I should because my fiance is also doing CD and...
  113. fiojam

    WOO HOO - Week 12 has been a good un!

    Many thanks D_Q - I'm going to see if I can upload s few photos of now and before CD. Because I'm feeling so great it seems like a good time :D
  114. fiojam

    WOO HOO - Week 12 has been a good un!

    I'm feeling really great!! Lost 3.5lbs this week which is more than I have in a few weeks. I'm now in the 11s which is really great! To be 11st something is great! I'm wearing my size 14 jeans I bought in the next sale. (I could have got them on a couple of weeks ago but I don’t believe in...
  115. fiojam

    Starting questions - any food?

    Isn't this only if you are ssing? I'm on 790 which means you can eat some chicken/turkey/tuna/white fish and some of the green and white vegs. Sorry Dotty if I have contradicted you or maybe I've miss-understood :confused:
  116. fiojam

    Exercise - does it help?

    I'm not 100% sure but I think it is a no no if it's something which makes you breathless or sweaty. If you are plannng on doing exercise then I believe doing it on 790 is better.
  117. fiojam

    Exercise - does it help?

    I know it obviously SHOULD help with weight loss because when you do the maths, you exercise therefore you burn more cals which created a larger deficit in your consumed energy so you have to take from you fat. BUT..... have people noticed a greater loss bue to exercise? I know when I have...
  118. fiojam

    My new year plans for better losses

    Many thanks. I weigh in on Sunday so will let you know what the scales show! I'm still feeling quite pleased with myself because: 1) I had a 2oz portion of tuna steak left over from last night's tea, with cottage cheese (not the horrid, evil packaged chicken I was having last week!) 2) I've...
  119. fiojam

    My new year plans for better losses

    I posted this in another thread but I'm keen to be thinking of positives and the other thread was me having a moan. I was moaning at a poor weight loss last week and trying to turn it around to think about what I was going to do for a good loss. Today is the start of my 11th week... I cant...
  120. fiojam

    Only 1lb loss this wk. Made mistake.

    Thanks all for your encouraging words. I am feeling much better about it now. I am going all out for a really good loss by the end of this week. So, how am I doing? Not bad so far. My targets were: 1) move on to 'proper' chicken to have with my lunch. DONE THIS - COOKED A CHICKEN BREAST...
  121. fiojam

    Only 1lb loss this wk. Made mistake.

    Hi. I only lost 1 little pound this week which I'm not really happy with. I'm now down to 12st which is quite good but I'd like to get into the 11s (even if it's only 11st 13.75lbs!!!). I was really hoping for a good loss but it just didn't happen. As I'm now on 790, i've found that the amount...
  122. fiojam

    Slendertone Flexi or ipod ??? (OMG UPDATE!)

    iiiiiiiiiiiippppppppppppoooooooooooddddddddd!!!! Stick on your fav tunes and go for a brisk walk :)
  123. fiojam

    Happy New Year

    A Very Happy New Year To You All!!!!!! :)
  124. fiojam

    Milk on 790

    Hi. I've just moved onto 790 and was wondering, if I couldn't get hold of red (skimmed) milk (e.g. if I was out at a cafe or visiting someone) would it matter too much if I had semi once in a while? I must stress that this isnt just because I'd rather have semi, it's just because it came up a...
  125. fiojam

    Got my mini goal!!

    I'm really pleased with myself. A while back I set myself some mini goals. One was to get to 12st 5lbs by xmas eve (based on the loss i'd like each week) and this morning I've weighed and am 12st 3.25lbs - YAY!! This week I only lost 2.25lbs but I'm actually fairly pleased with this because this...
  126. fiojam

    Chicken leg??? Is it ok?

    Thanks!! I just wasn't sure if I was missing something.
  127. fiojam

    Chicken leg??? Is it ok?

    Hi. Can you hav chicken leg? I've always stuck to breast as it's nice and white. Is the leg classed as white meat too? (sorry for such a dim question but it doesn't look quite the same as breast meat). Cheers :0)
  128. fiojam

    Which Laxatives?!

    Feeling a bit bunged up!! If I take 2 senokot now, am I likely to explode during the day?!?!?! It says on the pack to take two at night but I need sorting NOW!
  129. fiojam

    Slow weight loss. Due to lack of AAM??

    Hi, I'm in week 8 and am disappointed with last weeks weight loss (2.5lbs) and have weighed tonight (2 days early) and am fed up because I've only lost 1.25lbs. :( I'm sticking to this 100% and was hoping for a good loss this week. I've been hungry and have found this week very difficult which...
  130. fiojam

    CONFUSED!!! AAM and 790 Qs- please help :0/

    Oh crap!! Really disappointed :( Just weighed and have only lost 1.25lbs since Sunday. Bit fed up now because I was hoping for a good loss because I only (I know, what a word 'only') lost 2.5lbs last week and this week have been really hungry and have stuck 100% to the ssing and had nothing...
  131. fiojam

    Fed up! Everyone is scoffing minces pies !!!

    It's a bit like that in our staffroom at the moment. Lots for choc biscuits, shortbread, cakes... all sorts!! Don't give in!! You will only regret it.
  132. fiojam

    CONFUSED!!! AAM and 790 Qs- please help :0/

    Thanks Kazz, yes, she did give us one the other week. Cheers anyway :)
  133. fiojam

    CONFUSED!!! AAM and 790 Qs- please help :0/

    Im fact, what I might do is dig out the scales (which I had hidden because I was hopping on them every day!) and weigh myself tonight. If I have lost a decent amount then I may start AAM tonight and continue for the next week. I'f it is not so good then I will SS until monday. Does that sound...
  134. fiojam

    CONFUSED!!! AAM and 790 Qs- please help :0/

    Thanks for your replies. I think I may do AAM from next week. As long as the losses are about the same I'll be very happy.
  135. fiojam

    CONFUSED!!! AAM and 790 Qs- please help :0/

    Hi. I’ve mentioned some of the following things in other threads so sorry for repeating myself. Right, this week I’ve cut out bars as I felt really bloated and uncomfortable. This has made me feel much better from the not being bloated point of view, however, I’ve felt much more hungry this...
  136. fiojam

    BMI 25 can i still do ss as i have been

    I'd like to know this too!
  137. fiojam

    HUNGRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Some good tips here for avoiding a snack-attack!! Well, I've survived!! I actually had half a vanilla shake split into two to make a nice warm coffee drink (2 x 10g vanilla). I'm saving the second half of the pack for tomorrow. I also had half a chocolate pack- carefully weighed out 20g so...
  138. fiojam

    HUNGRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Yeah, I did. Also think I used water which was too hot. And may have used too much. Don't think i did anything right :rolleyes: Not get them now as I was so disgusted I sold them on!
  139. fiojam

    HUNGRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I've had a soup for lunch and because I was so hungry I had to have a bar too! I am planning on only having the 3 packs if I can. That means I've only got one left! I'm not sure what I'll have... maybe split a shake and have 3/4 hot drinks out of it - maybe that'll be the most filling? Not...
  140. fiojam

    HUNGRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    No, not tried this. Interesting!! Thing is, I did try the p husk in a soup but it went terribly wrong!! Thick rubbery gloop! :o I know I didn't really make it properly but it really put me off.
  141. fiojam

    HUNGRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Would it do too much harm if I had 1 extra pack today? Could I have 4 instead of 3?
  142. fiojam

    HUNGRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Many thanks Trying to keep my mind off it!!:(
  143. fiojam

    HUNGRY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    I feel SO hungry today!!!!!! Not sure what I can do! I've felt really hungry since Tuesday. Not had anything I shouldn't so should still be in ketosis. Agggggggggggggggghhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!! :(
  144. fiojam

    Stuffing balls

    Hi. Made stuffing a while ago by mixing up the chicken and mush soup mix as if making a muffin. Popping the mixture into a ramkin dish and then microwave for 1min 40ish. Tasted ok but was a bit sloppy inside. Tonight decided to use hald my chicken and mush sachet to make stuffing balls. Used...
  145. fiojam

    Splitting shakes

    I split the packs. There are 40g in the pack so if you have 2 shakes the same, that makes 80g in total so if you split them into 3 then each drink would be made up of 26g ish. I always split the vanilla into 3 drinks - I make each one with 13g of vanilla, add one spoon of coffee and have it as...
  146. fiojam

    Some 790 questions.

    Also, my other hald is doing SSing too and is thinking of doing 790. On the CD site it says that when you do AAM, you have 3 or 4 Cambridge meals (I assume that's the packs). But on 790 it says 3 cambridge meals. As my OH is a fella and is on 4 packs anyway, if he did 790 would he still have...
  147. fiojam

    810 meal ideas

    Can we have asparagus? (think i read on here that someone has is). What would that come under? What is included in spring greens?
  148. fiojam

    Some 790 questions.

    Think I have moved a little closer to making a decision. :rolleyes: Do people find they have more energy on this plan? One more very important question: Is it ok to exercise on 790? Many thanks :)
  149. fiojam

    Some 790 questions.

    That's a good loss!! Well done! :D
  150. fiojam

    Some 790 questions.

    Thanks for the info!! Hadn't read these threads. Found them very interesting reading!
  151. fiojam

    Making Crisps

    Hmmm... probably why i dont make as many as others manage :rolleyes: They are really yummy though! Make sure thet are spread really thin.
  152. fiojam

    Some 790 questions.

    Hi Dani Hmmm, not sure about the BMI thing now!! I'm thought I was 5ft 5 but my fiance measured me last week and informed me that I'm 5'4"!! I'd worked out that I'd be about 11st (just over) by the time I get to BMI 25. Just checked this again If I was 5'5" and had BMI 25, I would be 150lbs...
  153. fiojam

    Some 790 questions.

    Hi. I’m on week 8 of VLCD (first couple of weeks were LL and the rest is CD). I have only done one weekend on AAM and quite enjoyed it. My next meal will be over Christmas where I intend to do a few days on AAM and xmas and boxing day on 790. This has got me thinking about the 790 plan...
  154. fiojam

    Making Crisps

    I would say a bit like tomato puree kind of thickness. Although I'm not sure if others would agree. Not so stiff that a spoon will stand up in it but thick enough to make peaks.
  155. fiojam

    Making Crisps

    Sorry, couldn't tell you because I just keep adding a little water until it looks right. Just keep adding a little at a time and if it is too stiff, jst add a little more. Sorry I'm not much help.:o
  156. fiojam

    :( Not happy with weight loss this week

    Boo!! :mad: Only managed 2.5lbs this week!! Not very pleased with this! I know I said I was hoping for at least 3lbs and I'm only 0.5lb off this but I still feel this wasn't very good. Next week's had better be a big one!! (on the plus side, I am noe just over half way to my goal!! :D)
  157. fiojam

    Feeling cold or what.

    It's Frrrrrrrrrrrrreeeeeeeeeeeezzzzzzzzzzziiiiiiiiing!!! I'm SSing so not sure if you will warm up. Put more clothes on!! I've invested in a thermal vest! ;)
  158. fiojam

    790 question !!

    Something I was thinking was that 6oz of chicken (or other) is quite a lot isn't it!! I'm not on 790 but am thinking of doing it over xmas. Has anyone found that it is LOTS of meat? (or is it just my imagination because of not having much food??!)
  159. fiojam

    What veg?

    I know the veg list that you are allowed to have on AAM: spring greens, cauliflower, lettuce, mushrooms, cabbage, marrow, broccoli, celery, cress, courgettes or cucumber. What else can you have? Can you have sprouts? String beans? Any other veggie stuff? Cheers :0)
  160. fiojam

    :( Not happy with weight loss this week

    :( I know we shouldn't but I hopped on the scales tonight and wished I hadn't! On sunday I had my proper weigh in and between then and tonight I've only lost 1lb :mad: I was hoping to lose at least 3lbs this week so that I can reach my mini goal by xmas. Is it likely that I will lose the...
  161. fiojam

    810 meal ideas

    What sort of veg do most people have with their AAM? I've seen the list of green and white veg (spring greens, cauliflower, lettuce, mushrooms, cabbage, marrow, broccoli, celery, cress, courgettes or cucumber.) Is there any other veg people tend to eat? Cheers :0)
  162. fiojam

    Daily intake: fat, kcal, carbs etc

    Wow, wouldn't have thought that! I would have thought you would have had lass carbs and more protein! Shows how much I know! :rolleyes:
  163. fiojam

    Windy?!?!

    LOL!! Really made me laugh that! Well, I had a soup for my lunch today - which I was a bit worried about because it meant having to take the blender into work and people wondering what the heck I was doing!! (Cant do lumps!) Had the Thai Chilli one - have to say, not really my fave but never...
  164. fiojam

    Windy?!?!

    I love the bars though :( The peanut is SOOOOO yummy!! :o Will have soups this week and start the tetras next week.
  165. fiojam

    Windy?!?!

    Hmmmm, good thinking! I really like the chicken and mushroom crisps! Thanks
  166. fiojam

    Windy?!?!

    Maybe I will do this. Don't have any in though :( Going to see CDC on sunday so will get some then.
  167. fiojam

    Windy?!?!

    I will cut out the bars for a few days. I take the p husk capsuals - 6 a day as recommended on the tub (2 capsuals, 3 times a day). Thanks
  168. fiojam

    Bars into cookies?

    Hi Anna. I've just copied this off the recipes section for you: Ingredients : 1 VLCD Bar Utensils : 1 Small share knife 3 Medium sized microwaveable plates (somewhere between a side plate and a dinner plate) 1 Fish Slice / Plastic Slicer Method : Take your VLCD bar, ideally from the...
  169. fiojam

    Windy?!?!

    Hi. I've lost just over 2st and feel that's great, however, I feel really bloated and full of wind! My stomach feels full and bloated and can be painful. Most afternoons I feel terrible due to this. So far I've just put up with it but I'm now thinking maybe I should find out what is the...
  170. fiojam

    Bars into cookies?

    I've only tried the choc bars being made into cookies. Have people used any of the other bars? Were they any good? If I 'cooked' the bar tonight, will it still be ok (and crisp) tomorrow if the cookies were left to cool and then put into an air-tight container? Cheers
  171. fiojam

    Verdict on cheese and broccoli soup

    Ooo... that sounds like a good idea!!:p
  172. fiojam

    Week 6 Weigh in

    Very well done!!
  173. fiojam

    Giving blood while on a VLCD?

    Sorry to change the subject but is this why it affects our TOTM? Mine has been VERY strange this month and I did wonder why :confused:
  174. fiojam

    I have got the new soup!

    Gonna have to order that now!! Will call my CDC now!! Yummy - can't wait!
  175. fiojam

    Christmas Day

    We're gonna see her in a couple of weeks so we could sort it out.
  176. fiojam

    Christmas Day

    Ooh, I wanna try them too!!!! We could ask her to order some in and just split the box if you like! (must pop round to you with your other bits - sorry I didn't come sunday - looked like you were out and then got tied up with other stuff.
  177. fiojam

    The week after AAM

    LOL!!!:D So funny!! Sorry to laugh but you sound just like me! I'm also a teacher, the week after AAM, on my TOTM and trying to rehearse our class assembly for the mums and dads (it's tomorrow!!!) and our christmas concert. I've had a VERY bad day and have been quite moody - one poor kid...
  178. fiojam

    Thinking of doing an AAM weekend

    Totally! The first mouthfull was amazing - the flavours just burst in my mouth! It was soooooo tasty! To think we usually just eat without giving it much thought and kind of rush our food (well, I would guess many people do). Just taking your time to eat a small meal after a month of packs...
  179. fiojam

    Anyone tried MaM with a tetra?

    It probably wasn't so great because I watered it down. Oh well, it was OK. Thanks.
  180. fiojam

    Anyone tried MaM with a tetra?

    Hmmm, the pud has turned out ok-ish. More of a blamange/custard type of mixture. The thing which isn't so great about it is there were lumps of gelatin in it because it didn't mix too well. Oh well... at leas I've got half left to have a hot drink with.
  181. fiojam

    Anyone tried MaM with a tetra?

    Yes, we got back ok thanks. We went the normal way but turned off at the Mt Murray. Brought ous out at St Marks. We also ended up on a narrow road but we didn't get stuck like you!! I need to repay you with two of your shakes and give you back your book. Can I drop it round 2mo? Gonna go...
  182. fiojam

    Thinking of doing an AAM weekend

    Thanks USA2007, I did read this and this was what got me thinking about it to be honest. I thought maybe 9/10 weeks was a bit long for ssing so have had an AAM today and plan on doing one tomorrow. Don't think I'll do any more until xmas though. Was very nice:p
  183. fiojam

    Anyone tried MaM with a tetra?

    Hi. I decided to split my tetra and top it up with water to make double the quantity. I thought I'd try one as a mousse and the other half as a hot drink. Just tried the MaM with the water-topped-up tetra and it deosnt seem to have worked. Not really gone think like it normally would. Stuck...
  184. fiojam

    Thinking of doing an AAM weekend

    Thanks for the advice Clairejen. I took it. Just had my first AAM and OMG was it good!! Had chicken (just 2.5oz cuz I didn't want to go ott), mushroom and broccoli. Diced the chicken and did it in the pan (no oil or anything) chopped the mushrooms and did them in the pan. Boiled the broccoli...
  185. fiojam

    Men on the Forum

    I'd think it would be because they have more muscle and muscle usage burns cals. That sound any good? I'm not 100% sure but it's the main reason I can think of.
  186. fiojam

    Men on the Forum

    I'd think it would be because they have more muscle and muscle usage burns cals. That sound any good? I'm not 100% sure but it's the main reason I can think of.
  187. fiojam

    Thinking of doing an AAM weekend

    Hi, I've done 4 weeks on LL and have switched to CD this week. I'm in week 5 of ss-ing. I was going to do my first AAM over xmas. I'll be on week 9, going into week 10 by xmas so was wondering, should I do a couple of days AAM over this weekend so I don't go quite so long ss'ing?
  188. fiojam

    Men on the Forum

    Grrrrrrrrrrrr!
  189. fiojam

    Cook books or other CD books?

    No, not got a yellow booklet. :( Maybe she will do later. Hmmm, I'll ask her about that when I next see her. I'll look into the GI stuff. Thanks
  190. fiojam

    Cook books or other CD books?

    Hi. I'm still SSing and am doing AAM over xmas. I'm hoping to (I WILL) be at may goal by the end of Jan/ start of Feb which is a little way off yet but I was wondering, when you come to actually start eating again or moving up the programmes, is there a cookbook or other type of book to suggest...
  191. fiojam

    Eyes on the prize....

    I'm gonna do it!!! I'm so excited that I CAN do it:)
  192. fiojam

    Men on the Forum

    Bootlegger is a fella too :) (my fiance) He's just started on here and is more of a lurker
  193. fiojam

    Are my goals possible??

    Thanks guys :0) I just wanted to make sure I wasn't being over ambitious and to end up letting myself down. I'm just so thrilled that I have got this far but I still have a fair way to go. I can't wait to get to my goal!! I'd like to get down to between 10st 7 and 11st - if I get get there...
  194. fiojam

    What on earth is mange trout?

    It's a veg!! (below taken from waitrose site) From the French words mange (meaning eat) and tout (meaning all), the flat pods of mange tout are eaten whole. They are actually young peas still in the pod and picked before they have a chance to develop. Seasonal availability: All year. Uses...
  195. fiojam

    Are my goals possible??

    Hi, I'm half way through my fifth week on a VLCD. I started off on LL and have just (this week) moved over to CD. I'm getting married in August and have to order my dress by the last week in January. I'm hoping to get as low as possible by then which (if all goes well) will be very near my...
  196. fiojam

    Splenda. Can we?

    Yeah, I don't really get that. Why not 'spoonable'? What's the dif? :confused:
  197. fiojam

    Splenda. Can we?

    Great!! Gonna have a coffee :) Thanks!
  198. fiojam

    My first day on CD (Was on LL)

    Hmmm, my other half has been on CD for a week now and he fond it was better for him to leave breakfast and have a soup and shake for lunch. Maybe I'll try leaving breakfast and have a bar at lunch, soup for tea, and a shake later in the evening. Of maybe split my shake and have half in the...
  199. fiojam

    LETS TALK ABOUT .....S*E*X!!!

    Hey Kazz, as you know, you and I share the very same rock... ...it is difficult to find a man here and if you have moved over it can be difficult to find a man. Well, let me tell you, I found many here: DatingDirect.com Dating Direct My Fiance included!! ;) I wouldn't have looked at this...
  200. fiojam

    My first day on CD (Was on LL)

    Boy this is good!!! The flavours are FAB!!!! :D Had Fruits of forrest shake for breakfast, a peanut bar for lunch (How nice was this?!?!? lurvely!) and just had the spicey tomatoe - delish :) It is SO different to LL because the food actually tastes like food. After being on LL for a...
  201. fiojam

    Splenda. Can we?

    OH just came home with some splenda tablets. Can we use them? Strange as it says that they are actually made from sugar.:rolleyes: Please have a look ot the link SPLENDA® Low Calorie Sweetener | About Splenda Cheers :0)
  202. fiojam

    CD FLAVOUR WISH LIST

    I'm amazed by how many people miss cheese!! I've not really given it a second thought. What would I like? Hmmm.... a mango shake :)
  203. fiojam

    AAM wk over christmas?

    Hmmm, thanks clairejen - good point. What are others planning on doing?
  204. fiojam

    Thinking of switching

    Do it! I've just moved over... today is my first day on CD and I have to say... WOW! So far it has been great. I had fruits of the forrest shake for breakfast which was yam and the best thing was the peanut bar for munch - SOOOOOOOOOOO lovely :p I cant wait to have my tea! Only thing I'm...
  205. fiojam

    Best blender?

    Which blender do you use? Which do you think is the best for mixing? Also, another important factor is ease to clean. I use a stick blender which does the mixing ok and is easy to clean as the bottom half twists off. BUT... the damn thing splashes too much.
  206. fiojam

    AAM wk over christmas?

    Thanks FatFairNForty(ish) I would ask my CDC but TBH, I don't think she will know as she isn't a great as some others! :( Can any other CDCs help? :confused:
  207. fiojam

    Teas?

    I agree! I'm drinking a lot of the stuff! Some are better than others though. I tried the Tesco own ones and they were ok but then I tried a 'better' brand and it was much nicer - smoother if you know what I mean. Am currently drinking Twinings organic which is yum!
  208. fiojam

    Teas?

    Thanks ayembee. He generally only has one cup a day - you think this might be ok? He's getting sick of water and has just bought a box! Maybe if he alternates between nettle and peppermint?
  209. fiojam

    AAM wk over christmas?

    I'm currently on LL but moving over to CD this Monday. Other Half is in his second wk of CD and the AAM wk is 18th Dec - the wk before xmas. Should we delay the AAM wk until Christmas day (the following wk so wk 6) of maybe start it mid way through wk 5 and go Wed 20th to Wed 27th? Also, Does...
  210. fiojam

    Teas?

    Hmmm, will try that then! It isn't me but my fiance who is drinking the Camomile and I told him he shouldn't be. Ho much did you drink for it to kick you out of ketosis?
  211. fiojam

    Water water everywhere!!

    How much water do you drink a day? Do you stick to the minimum of 2.25l? Do you drink less than the minimum? Or maybe more?! What are it's effects?
  212. fiojam

    Teas?

    Can you have fennel, camomile and spearmint tea on VLCD?
  213. fiojam

    Grrr - how can some people be so horrible!

    Thanks guys, I know you are all right. That is exactly what my friends at work had said. She just wanted to bring me down and most of the people who she showed actually thought she was bing very insensitive... I think it did show more about herself than it did of me. I shall just be very cool...
  214. fiojam

    Grrr - how can some people be so horrible!

    Aggghhh… have to have a rant! At work today, on of my coleagues burst into the staffroom clutching a photo album and excitedly exclaimed "Ah, Miss James... just the person I wanted to see!" (I’m a teacher). She had something to show me. Well, she had a few photos of past kids and some of staff...
  215. fiojam

    Updated my weight tracker

    Hi. I've updated my weight tracker as I started dieting before I started on LL so weighed myself on my home scales, I lost 15lbs on LL but am thiking of moving to CD (almost certain!). Decided rather than going on yet another person's scales, I'll just track my weight on my home scales which...
  216. fiojam

    What flavours???

    Hi. I'm currently doing lighterlife but my fiance has just taken the plunge and gone for cambridge!! What we wanted to know is... What 'food stuff' can you get? What flavours are there? Which do you like best? Many thanks :D
  217. fiojam

    People's reaction to me losing weight

    I've had LOTS of people mention my weight loss this week... I'm over the moon!! :)
  218. fiojam

    Psyllium Husks - nice poo! :D

    Hmmm, the water was probably too hot. blender is quite powerful. May have used too much ph. I'm a bit worried about trying it again.
  219. fiojam

    Psyllium Husks - nice poo! :D

    Yep!! Just like that! I couldn't eat it so threw it in the bin..... it just kind of flopped out!:eek:
  220. fiojam

    What do most people lose per week?

    I lost 4lbs last week and was wondering what people usually lose per week. Is 3-4lbs every week achievable? What is your average?
  221. fiojam

    Psyllium Husks - nice poo! :D

    I've just tried using the P'Husk stuff.... I must have done something wrong :( It was gross... reminded me of slug!! Or wallpaper paste. I tried it twice with two packs of my soup - I had to throw them both away so now I'm down by 2 meals!!:eek: Can I buy a couple more packs? I may have...
  222. fiojam

    savoury drinks...???

    I've just tried using the P'Husk stuff.... I must have done something wrong :( It was gross... reminded me of slug!! Or wallpaper paste. I tried it twice with two packs of my soup - I had to throw them both away so now I'm down by 2 meals!!:eek: Can I buy a couple more packs?
  223. fiojam

    Psyllium Husks - nice poo! :D

    So can I add this stuff to my soup to bulk it out a bit??? If so, how much should I use?
  224. fiojam

    savoury drinks...???

    What id this Marigold Boullion?? What aisle in the supermarket would I find it?!?!? I bought the savoury packs tonight and really liked them with the soup bt it is quite expensive. I'd be glad of an alternative.
  225. fiojam

    Back from my hols :0)

    YAY!!!! Another 4lbs off!! That makes it 12lbs in 2 weeks :D I'm SOOOOOOOOOOO pleased with myself! I'm over the moon for another reason too.... my fiance has said he'll do a men's class and start it in 2 weeks so that we finish at the same time (men do 3st in 8wks according to my LLC) - I'm...
  226. fiojam

    Back from my hols :0)

    Hi. I'm back from a weeks holiday. It was made difficult by the fact that it was only my second week into LL!! I was really worried about it and wondered if I would be able to stick to it. Well... I did - 100% I was very pleased with myself :) Was tricky for my fiance though. I survived...
  227. fiojam

    How many men do LL?

    My Fiancee is thinking of starting the LL prog as I've been doing it for 2wks and have seen good results. He has a BMI of about 38/39 so has more to lose than me. How have you men found it??
  228. fiojam

    Hi. I'm new and have just started lighterlife!!

    Hi Missyy!! I am in my first week and really enjoying it!! I feel great! The first two days were difficult because I was tired but after that has been great! Good luck! :D
  229. fiojam

    Hi. I'm new and have just started lighterlife!!

    Well, i tried my first bar today.... tried the nut one -:eek: it was terrible!!!! Oh well, I have got a couple more I will just have to have and get over it. I'm feeling much better now - more energy. My LLC has got in touch with the LLC in Sutton Coldfield - I've spoken to her too and have...
  230. fiojam

    Should I feel dissapointed? Pop in weigh in!

    I also lost 5lbs at my pop-in and was over the moon!!!! 5lbs might take you 5weeks on other diets!!! Don't worry about it - I think you have done great!
  231. fiojam

    Ive lost 2.5lbs (Couldnt wait to tell someone!)

    My wedding in 11th August 2007. I can't wait! I am going to order my dress the week before christmas and am hoping to lose 2st by then. I'm doing lighterlife. I went to my first meeting on monday and started the packs on tuesday. Had my drop-in tonight and was amazed to see i've lost 5lbs...
  232. fiojam

    Ive lost 2.5lbs (Couldnt wait to tell someone!)

    Hi Claire... you are my wedding twin!!! Are you the claire from confetti? Well done with your weight loss:)
  233. fiojam

    Hi. I'm new and have just started lighterlife!!

    Woo hoo!!!! I'm over the moon!! I went to my meeting on Monday, started the foodpacks and water on Tuesday. Tonight I went for my drop in and I've lost 5lbs!!!! In 3 days?!??!!! :eek: How fab!! It has really given me a boost. Thanks for the replies and encouragement. I'll keep you...
  234. fiojam

    Hi. I'm new and have just started lighterlife!!

    Many thanks Mini - done it now:)
  235. fiojam

    Hi. I'm new and have just started lighterlife!!

    Oh pants! My tickerfactory thing isn't working!! How do you do it??
  236. fiojam

    Hi. I'm new and have just started lighterlife!!

    Thanks for the advice. Cant wait for the drop-in. I am finding it fairly easy so far!
  237. fiojam

    Hi. I'm new and have just started lighterlife!!

    Hi All - I'm new!! I went to my first meeting on Monday. There were 10 of us in total which was quite a nice number. The group were really nice and I enjoyed it. I got weighed and measured. Weighed in at 14st 9lbs. I'm hoping to lose 2st by xmas (if possible!!) Day one was quite interesting. I...
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