That is a bummer. I have a somewhat controversial solution. I don’t weigh myself. I need to lose 100 pounds so I know it will take time. I’m doing this to eat healthy and BE healthy. I figure the weight will come off. For me the real issue is living a healthy lifestyle.

I see a personal trainer and medical professionals twice a week and they wei…[Read more]

Hi everyone! I’m doing a modified round two and I’m on day 4. I have no idea if I’ve lost weight. My doctors told me not to focus on weight. If I’m eating healthy and watching my portions I’m winning, right? Otherwise I obsess and my mood gets connected to that number. I go to pulmonary rehab where we get weighed every time. It is tough not to…[Read more]

Cold coffee helps if you use things like yogurt. And do you want a hot, warm or cold drink? Your choice totally. I bought a cold brew coffee carafe. If you have a French press that works too. Put coffee in the fridge overnight for 12-18 hours depending on how strong you like your coffee. Plunge it down in the morning and you are set! Or make…[Read more]

The Mediterranean diet is recommended as a heart healthy diet by the Mayo Clinic. It allows for whole grains. Calories are not counted and it isn’t gimmicky. It is a way to eat. The focus is on Whole Foods and adding beans and veggies. Protein comes mostly from beans, legumes and seeds. Fish is important. Chicken is okay. Red meat is allowed…[Read more]

Hi Shirley. I’m so sad to hear about your struggles. I’m not sure if you are still on the plan or how you are doing. Is there an eating disorder clinic or therapist that specializes in that near you? Perhaps you just need to bump your calories up a bit so that you don’t feel so hungry and deprived. Good luck to you. I’d be happy to chat if you…[Read more]

Jamie, I would also be careful about your calorie count while breastfeeding. That is a big calorie drain and you want enough nutrients for you and the baby. Did you run the plan by your doctor? Good luck!

I think it is on the no list. Just guessing though. I guess stick with stevia.

Gayle, I strongly suggest that you talk to your pharmacist and doctor. I called my pharmacist and she went through all ingredients in the drops and all the medications on my list. My list was fine and I do take Zoloft.

However my mental health became very unstable on the diet and I was forced to stop by doctor’s orders. My doctor recommended…[Read more]

As a chronic migraine sufferer i can tell you that taking meds regularly can actually cause headaches. So try to limit the OTC meds to once a week, maybe twice. Also try switching types. Try aspirin or ibuprofen instead of the excedrin. You will have less risk of the rebound headache that way as well.

Good luck to you!! I’m hoping that the…[Read more]

Welcome everyone!! Take advantage of the forum for support. Planning is key. I have to know what my food looks like in advance or I am prone to cheating. I have to be prepared with a healthy option or I go for the old quick, easy and unhealthy.

Hi Chelle! Welcome! You can totally make a coffee smoothie. There are a couple of recipes online under beverages. You can add protein, yogurt and almond milk. Try a chocolate option for a mocha! I also like to sneak things like ground flax and chia seeds into my smoothies. You could also add some anti inflammatory spices like cinnamon or tumeric…[Read more]

I had some health issues with the program and had to go completely off of it. Doctor’s orders. I’m thinking of going back on but I have to do a higher calorie (1400) and perhaps not as restrictive as phase 1.

It is important to pay attention to your body and talk with your doctors. If you aren’t feeling well your body is giving you information.…[Read more]