The Kind and Larabars that I used to eat at work contained grains, nuts, and fruits. I think the Kind bars had some type of sugar in them. One Kind bar had chocolate pieces. I thought that some of the Larabars, which contained “all natural, healthy” ingredients, were a little strange, perhaps an acquired taste. I bought them at Walmart, so a quick…[Read more]

@Paula
Best of luck. I hope everything goes well for you this time around.

Pros-have you tried adding a little stevia and almond milk or almond/cococnut milk to your morning coffee?

I first plateaued on week 4.

Welcome back! I also took a break-since April! After a series of illnesses, I left for an extended vacation that lasted 28 days. Since returning to this part of the US, I’ve been sick again. There must be something here that affects me. My doctor suggested modifications to the diet that may support my immune system. Today I began Phase 1 again…[Read more]

Unfortunately, my immune system seems to be weakened. I had one illness after another. Then we left for a month of vacation, and I felt great. On the drive back, I got sick again. There most be something about this part of the country that I react to in a negative way. Despite everything, my weight is stable. Today I started the diet again, with a…[Read more]

Both of you, thank you for postings. I’ve been off-diet for about three weeks now due to an extended illness and the consequences of antibiotic use. I have every intention of returning to the ps1000 plan as soon as I am physically able. It’s very encouraging to hear that others have had to take breaks but are also going back to work on their…[Read more]

Slimquick Pure (Chocolate and Vanilla) from Walmart comes close to the required formula and it’s easy to find.

Thanks, Lauren. I’ve just finished the antibiotics, which also gave me “the runs”. I’ve been off of the diet for about three weeks now out of necessity and have gained 2 pounds according to the scale. I’m hoping that some of it is left-over bloat. For the next few days, I’ll use probiotics and a little common sense. Then I’ll return to the ps1000…[Read more]

What about having 3/4 cup of Oikos Triple Zero yogurt? 1 cup has 170 calories, and the stevia and vanilla flavor is already in it.

Our local store recently added an almond milk-coconut milk blend -unsweetened. I’m using it in my coffee this week.

Hormone-free turkey sausage with sauteed veggies or sauerkraut, yogurt with fruit, grapefruit, cottage cheese with fruit, melba toast or WASA with almond butter or a cottage cheese spread-these are a few I’ve enjoyed. It’s also easy to put fruit, water, and protein powder in a blender.

Hormone-free turkey sausage with sauteed veggies or sauerkraut, yogurt with fruit, grapefruit, cottage cheese with fruit, melba toast or WASA with almond butter or a cottage cheese spread-these are a few I’ve enjoyed.

I usually go for yogurt and fruit, a hard-boiled egg, or a poached egg in the morning. Turkey sausage can be done quickly in the microwave.

Meal planning got a little easier when I realized that I could eat a large salad of greens plus a protein for lunch every day. Often the protein would be leftover from the previous evening meal: roast chicken, turkey, beef roast. I even prepared ground beef seasoned with my own seasoning mix for a “taco salad”. I’ve also used hard-boiled eggs,…[Read more]

I take Centrum Silver (50+ for women), Spring Valley D-3 (1,000 IU), MegaRed krill oil for omega-3, and Spring Valley sublingual B-complex, all of which are purchased from Walmart.
My doctor also recommended glucosamine/MSM for my bad joints, a calcium supplement, and red yeast rice for my highish cholesterol. I try to have cottage cheese,…[Read more]

Linda, I pray that your husband will be able to change in order to improve his health. I wish mine had after his quadruple bypass, if even just to set a good example for his children. It sounds like he’s at least trying to cut back, and he’s got a wonderful, knowledgeable women beside him to help him make better choices.