South Beach Dieters......... Unite

[Miss Kelly]

Hello Everyone!

Today is Day 16 for me on the SBD. I had a few hard days last week so I decided to stay on Phase 1 for another week. I've lost 11.5 pounds thus far. It feels great to type that. I am also happy to report that I have increased my water intake dramatically. I'm averaging 7 glasses a day. I can't tell you how much I hate water but slowly I am getting use to it.

Thats all for now.

Ps. Lisa (ZerasPride)- Could you please post your recipe for those gooey chocolate cookie things (don't know the correct thing to call them)? Thank you! BTW, can you have them on Phase 1?

 

[JCJRSmith]

Originally posted by famfab5
I think the reason I feel "off" is because I am not used to eating so much food and rich food at that...cottage cheese, nuts, mocha ricotta cream (yum) and meat. SOOOOO very different than WW.

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Sounds like you are off to a great start. The reason you are feeling "off" is probably due to carb withdrawl. It usually passes after a day or two. Sounds like you don't have it too bad. Some get bad headaches, others never feel a thing. I had a headache that I took care of with lots of water and a diet pepsi (caffiene).

Good job staying away from the snack.

 

[famfab5]

JCJRSmith-

I just saw your clippie! You've lost 20 lbs since the beginning of January?!! WOW! That is fabulous...


You mentioned headaches as a result of carb detox. I've noticed a few things today...kind of woozy feeling, thirsty (although I am drinking plenty of water) and very, VERY crabby. Even with all of that, I am really excited about this program. I can't wait to see what the scale says at the end of the week! I even purchased a new bathing suit for our trip. (Lands End Skirted Tankini)

Thanks for the encouragement!

E.

 

[ZerasPride]

Miss Kelly,

You asked for the recipe for the Fudgey Cocoa No-Bake Treats and here it is, everything looks acceptable except the oats which you can't have until Phase 2. I'm sorry but here you go anyway:

3 cups of old fashioned oats
2/3 cup natural peanut butter
1/2 cup chopped peanuts (optional)
2 cups of splenda
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter substitute (I used I can't believe it's not butter)
1/2 cup 1% milk
1/3 cup Hershey's Unsweetened Cocoa
2 tsp. vanilla extract

Line cookie sheet with wax paper or foil
Measure oats, peanut butter and peanuts; set aside
Combine splenda, butter substitute, milk and cocoa in medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mexiture comes to a rolling boil. Remove from heat. Add oats, peanut butter, peanuts and vanilla; stir quickly, mixing well. Immediately drop mixture by heaping tsp. on wax paper. Cool. Store in a cool dry place. Makes about 4 doz. I got much less some reason. Probably about 12-18 individual pieces. Enjoy!

 

[ZerasPride]

famfab5 - I noticed the headaches and crabbiness about day 4. It lasted about 2 days and then I felt very good after that. Almost like when I used to take Metabolife pills but not jittery - just energetic and it's lasted the past 2 months and 2 weeks since I have been on the program. You will love the feeling of energy you are going to have! Several people at my job are doing SBD and most lost about 10 pounds during Phase 1. I lost 14 pounds during Phase 1 and was thrilled. The initial loss really catapulted me to give this program my all. DH and I both love it and I know you will too!

 

[Miss Kelly]

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! Those look so yummy. I can't wait to have them next week (Phase 2).

 

[sueg]

Lisa,
Thanks for the recipe. I think Fudgey Cocoa No Bake Treats will be our Valentine's Day dessert. Sounds easier than chocolate covered strawberries! SGG

 

[JCJRSmith]

Originally posted by famfab5
JCJRSmith-

I just saw your clippie! You've lost 20 lbs since the beginning of January?!! WOW! That is fabulous...


You mentioned headaches as a result of carb detox. I've noticed a few things today...kind of woozy feeling, thirsty (although I am drinking plenty of water) and very, VERY crabby. Even with all of that, I am really excited about this program. I can't wait to see what the scale says at the end of the week! I even purchased a new bathing suit for our trip. (Lands End Skirted Tankini)

Thanks for the encouragement!

E.

This last week has been a plateau for me. I just couldn't seem to crack the 230 pound barrier. I am happy to report that this morning I was 229.5

Small victories. I plan on changing my clippie in another pound and a half

The withdrawl can make you crabby, kind of feeling "out of sorts." It is temporary - just your body going, "HEY!!! Where's the SUGAR????"

 

[ZerasPride]

Jerry - congratulations on breaking your stall! I told you that you'll be claiming that gold clippie soon!

Sue and Miss Kelly - I hope you both like them. DH and I did but DS did not. He said they tasted too much like peanut butter. I thought that was part of the charm. I would have 1 with a 1/2 glass of 1% milk. They taste sort of like a cross between a chocolate granola bar and a Resse's peanut butter cup.

 

[JCJRSmith]

How to read labels when shopping for things to eat:

High Fiber: Look for breads with at least 5 grams of fiber per serving. In general, we recommend getting four "high" fiber sources every day (with 5 grams or more of fiber per serving), and three to four "good" fiber sources (with 2.5 grams of fiber per serving). The meal plans are designed with enough vegetable, whole grain, and bean sources to supply this amount, so you won’t have to study food labels.

Low-Sugar: A simple guide for identifying sugar in processed foods is to look for words ending in "ose," such as glucose, lactose, and sucrose. If any of these words appear in the first three ingredients listed, then the item is likely to be high in sugar and should be avoided. We prefer that dieters in Phases 1 and 2 stick with our list of recommended foods and avoid processed foods altogether. When in Phase 3 of the diet, add processed food items cautiously, and watch how your body reacts.

"Good" Fats: Stick with monounsaturated fats, like canola oil and olive oil, and polyunsaturated fats like corn oil, peanut oil, and sesame oil. Avoid hydrogenated, saturated, and trans-fatty acids whenever possible. Most solid margarines contain trans-fatty acids, which are created when oil becomes "partially hydrogenated." The fats contained in nuts are good for you (though you should limit the quantity of nuts you eat). For animal fats and proteins, stick with the lean, low-fat meats like chicken, turkey, and pork.

 

[famfab5]

Hi,

Day three and a couple questions...

I am using Grey Poupon mustard, it is considered low sugar but nowhere is mustard listed on an acceptable list or else I missed it. So, is it o.k? (I am only using a teeny bit)

I really want to "go by the book" for phase 1 but mustard is the only way I can get deli meat down it seems...

My "off" feeling is gone today and I am noticing a lot more energy. I like it! JCJRSmith and ZerasPride-Thanks for the guidance.

I seem to be getting hungry late night so I am going to save my ricotta cream for that time...is this o.k?

Thanks for the help!

E.

P.s. check out my journal..."20lbs by May"

 

[JCJRSmith]

Yes mustard is allowed. In fact, mustard typically has no fat, but watch for added sugar. Here is a Daily Dish about Subway and South Beach - this may help:

Whenever you go out to eat, be sure to apply the principles of The South Beach Diet to your food choices. Subway is an acceptable choice for people on the go as long as you stick to salads or a protein source with vegetables. You can choose from the following:


Ham
Roast Beef
Sliced Turkey Breast
Roasted Chicken Breast
Tuna Salad
Subway Seafood & Crab Salad
Then, feel free to add one or all of the following ingredients:

Vinegar
Mustard
Mayonnaise
Olive Oil Blend
Lettuce
Tomato
Onions
Cucumbers
Jalapeno Peppers
Banana Peppers
Subway recently started selling a line of Atkins-friendly wraps. If you're wondering how these might fit into The South Beach Diet plan, here's a rundown. The actual "wrap" that surrounds the sandwich fillings is South Beach Diet-friendly. However, be sure to read the ingredient list for the fillings themselves before indulging. Check the amount of saturated fat to be sure you don't overdo it. Remember that The South Beach Diet is not a low-carb diet—The South Beach Diet focuses on selecting the right carbs and the right fats.

Hope this helps,

 

[JulieK]

Well I'm now on day 10 of phase 1. The last couple of days were rough because I was busy and it was difficult to find time to sit down and eat. Plus, (and sorry if this is too graphic ) it is that time of month and I just feel bloated and lousy.
Then I was in the car with my mom, when she hands me a sour Lifesaver she wanted me to try. It wasn't until the thing was almost gone that I realized I had just put sugar in my mouth! I had just popped the little thing in my mouth without even thinking about it. I had completely forgot that I was on a diet. Other than that little foible, I had many opportunities to cheat but didn't give in to temptation.
Hopefully, things will go better these next few days.



Lisa- those no-bake treats sound wonderful. Can't wait to try them when I get ph.2.

 

[Obsessed w/Disney in OH]

Jerry, Thanks for the daily dish news you've posted and the response to my pm.

To All:

Is anyone out there getting the "Daily Dish" from SouthBeachDiet.com if you are not a member?? I have attempted to sign up for it, but cannot get it to go through.

Progress report...I am FINALLY starting to see the scales budge!! I am so excited. I was not terribly faithful during the holidays, but have been good for the last month and I was stuck in a plateau. Very frustrating. However, finally, finally--I am seeing the numbers creep down a little. Hopefully, I'll be ready for a new clippie soon.

My latest obsession is with frozen grapes. When I need a sweet fix, I pop one in my mouth and it is yum, yum! Try it!

The real bummer is trying to get back into my exercise program...I love the WATP and feel that the stretchy band really helps with my cardiovascular workout. However, I just found out yesterday that I have a tear in my rotator cuff...ugh! It explains why my shoulder hurts so bad, but I don't know if I should continue to do the stretchy band work. I have an appt. with physical therapy tomorrow, so hopefully they can guide me in the right direction.

Good luck to everyone hanging out on the beach...and keep up the good work!! ~Lisa

 

[famfab5]

Jerry,

Thanks for posting about Subway! I had been wondering about the wrap they offer and now I know!

Noticing other odd things today...funny leg cramps so I upped my water intake and started my calcium supplement. Very dizzy when standing up quickly or bending down as well as jittery hands. I will be glad when the detox is over!

Funny thing happened at Ballet School today. While waiting for my daughter's class to finish I noticed SEVERAL other people reading SBD. It seems it is becoming a phenomenon!

Oh and the other truly fabulous benefit...NO CRAVINGS! I can't quite believe it but true. I have not had sugar and carbs since Sunday and I truly am not craving them. Beyond amazing for me.

Have super night

E.

 

[Lisa F]

Hi all,

Just checking in. I continue to plug away even though I gained back 1.6 lbs of the 5.8 I lost my first week in my second week. I don't think I did anything wrong but I did add exercise, which makes the whole thing doubly frustrating. I've decided to put my scale away for a while (maybe a month) and just keep up with going to curves 4 times a week, following the plan, and see what happens after a month. They also do measurements at curves too so hopefully those will show some difference. My body does feel great from working out, and eventually SOMETHING has gotta give, right?

Anyway, I started Phase 2 on sunday and basically just added in oatmeal for breakfast (made with milk, and sweetened with a packet of splenda and some cinnamon) and I'm happy. Also every other day (on days when I work out, after my workout) I have had a small apple with some natural peanut butter (chunky style). I don't have any other nuts that day if I have peanut butter, is that correct?

We also had the most wonderful dessert tonight. I made a ricotta creme with some of the peanut butter (about 1.5 tblsp per cup of ricotta in addition to 2 packets of splenda per cup of ricotta) and it came out really good. I was REALLY craving chocolate and knowing I can have some, went out and bought some Ghirardelli semi sweet chocolate chips. I measured out my .5 oz and mixed it into the peanut butter ricotta and it was absolutely delicious. Not quite a peanut butter cup but also way more satisfying (cannolis are pretty much my favorite pastry and the ricotta creme is basically cannoli filling).

So, I'm basically just trying to hang in there and do it for the sake of doing it and not be a slave to the scale. I had really hoped for better progress though, oh well.

 

[K and K's Mommy]

Good news for me: I finally lost some more weight! I was stalled at a 30 pound loss for three weeks. I have now lost 33! I did some of the suggestions here: exercised and varied my food.

Zera's Pride - Thanks for posting that recipe! I miss baking with my kids and this seems like a perfect recipe for us this weekend!

Famfab5 - I always eat my ricotta dessert a couple of hours after dinner. I'm just not hungry enough after I eat to want it. As I have lost weight, I haven't needed it every night like I did in the beginning.

Lisa F - I've often thought about adding peanut butter to the ricotta creme but never have. Glad to know it is good. I think I will try it tonight!

Jerry - Thanks for the Daily Dish news. They are very interesting!

Good luck to everyone!

 

[famfab5]

Good Morning!

If you have a moment, I was hoping some of you SBD veterans could take a look at my WISH journal to see if I am doing this right...I seem to need some feedback...LOL!

My husband asked me last night what kind of chocolates I would like for Valentine's day...he almost fell over when I said "no chocolate or sugar please!" He usually brings me these fabulous heart shaped brownies covered in ganache with sayings in fondant....ooohhh, woe is me...LOL Going to miss those this year! Thank goodness for Ricotta Mocha Cream.

Have a great day...

E.

 

[JCJRSmith]

I love those ricotta cream desserts. We tried one with peanut butter and cocoa in it and it was outstanding.

For the folks who are exercising and seeing small gains, please remember: This isn't just about weight. It is about getting ourselves to a healthy point in our lives and looking and feeling better. If you are replacing fat in your body with lean muscle tissue due to exercise, you WILL weigh more initially. But what you are building is a fat burning furnace by adding muscle. Your body will catch up. If you gain a pound or two, or don't think you are losing fast enough, remember to ask yourself the following questions:

Do I look better?
Do I feel better?
Are my clothes fitting better?

If you can answer yes to these questions, you are doing well on this WoE, and the weight loss will come.

 

[JCJRSmith]

I just got off the phone with my lady wife, and we figured that, between us, we have lost the equivalent weight of our daughter Rachael (she will be 6 next month).