HCG Non Simeons week of Nov. 8, 2010

[julieboolie]

Thanks Deb! I'm excited

Thin-not sure if we can recommend brands or websites on here. I've used the Natural Health Labs brand, and can find them pretty inexpensively online. Search for it . I drink coffee w/ cream every morning (and sometimes as a snack) and haven't had any problems. That was my first step into "rogue" territory too! I wait a half hour before or after to dose, to be safe. Can't remember where I read that, and I imagine the spray would be the same.

Have a great day!

[12yrslater]

OMG you guys I'm so behind on reading posts! My boss has some nerve making me work!

Morning all!

Welcome new comers....
Congrats to all you losers....

Will come back later to post what I am doing and where I am at!

*waving adios for now*

[Gweebles]

Originally Posted by Deb294evr

Like I have done MANY TIMES!!.. it's all good! .. sometimes we don't need to see it.. have a FANTASTIC day today.. new day.. new week! YOU HAVE DONE AWESOME!! remember that!!

Thanks. I blame it on the popcorn! We went to the movies and it smelled SOOOO GOOD!! I didn't buy any but was ravenous by the time we got home. So I attacked the chicken. Not off plan, but too late to eat for a decent weight check.

I am proud of me, I usually get the large popcorn, extra butter. Shoot, I can take a tub of butter with 1 or 2 pieces of corn in it for texture. lol.

[12yrslater]

Well apparently the cafeteria made the decision for me....I am not doing low cals. I am doing low (very low) carbs this week to see what the scale does for me then. I ate alot during the weekend and very bad stuff but my weight remained the same (for now - i know it may show up tomorrow still *nervous laughter*)

So far today?
Coffee (pati sized mug for those of you who know what those are! ) w/cream and liquid splenda.
1 grilled bonesless skinless chicken breast
Chicken broth with scallions and CHOLULA BABY!!
Water. Lots and lots of water so far.

[Deb294evr]

Originally Posted by julieboolie

Thanks Deb! I'm excited

Thin-not sure if we can recommend brands or websites on here. I've used the Natural Health Labs brand, and can find them pretty inexpensively online. Search for it . I drink coffee w/ cream every morning (and sometimes as a snack) and haven't had any problems. That was my first step into "rogue" territory too! I wait a half hour before or after to dose, to be safe. Can't remember where I read that, and I imagine the spray would be the same.

Have a great day!

LOVE your new Avi Julie!.. you are gorgeous girl!!..

Originally Posted by Gweebles

Thanks. I blame it on the popcorn! We went to the movies and it smelled SOOOO GOOD!! I didn't buy any but was ravenous by the time we got home. So I attacked the chicken. Not off plan, but too late to eat for a decent weight check.

I am proud of me, I usually get the large popcorn, extra butter. Shoot, I can take a tub of butter with 1 or 2 pieces of corn in it for texture. lol.

YOU made it out of there with NO popcorn? BRAVO!! So you ate the chicken late.. big whooppee... I thought you meant you ate BADLY.. tomorrows weight will be down, betcha!...

Originally Posted by 12yrslater

Well apparently the cafeteria made the decision for me....I am not doing low cals. I am doing low (very low) carbs this week to see what the scale does for me then. I ate alot during the weekend and very bad stuff but my weight remained the same (for now - i know it may show up tomorrow still *nervous laughter*)

So far today?
Coffee (pati sized mug for those of you who know what those are! ) w/cream and liquid splenda.
1 grilled bonesless skinless chicken breast
Chicken broth with scallions and CHOLULA BABY!!
Water. Lots and lots of water so far.

What did you eat PATI? HUH?... come on let us know.... jokin... and yeah for you!!. .eat like a queen and not gain... no, it won't show up later.. you are in charge of that lady.... That is a myth...

Ok, so Pati sized coffee... think small swimming pool...and some yummy chicken... sounds wonderful!!.. stick to your plans and see a loss most likely dear...

[Deb294evr]

Today I am on a VLCARB day... nuttin but protein/fat. A cucumber thrown in because I need to eat it before it goes bad... Hoping to chase the hungries away...

So far REGULAR sized coffee with cream...

Pork chop for breakfast and it was GOOD.
Chicken thighs for lunch with my cuc
Dinner will be something soupy... not sure yet.. maybe just chicken broth and chicken... yummm...
dessert..... coffee with cream, MAYBE Pati sized.. not sure yet...

[12yrslater]

Originally Posted by Deb294evr

What did you eat PATI? HUH?... come on let us know.... jokin... and yeah for you!!. .eat like a queen and not gain... no, it won't show up later.. you are in charge of that lady.... That is a myth...

Ok, so Pati sized coffee... think small swimming pool...and some yummy chicken... sounds wonderful!!.. stick to your plans and see a loss most likely dear...

I'll tell ya if you guys really wanna know! But some are on low cals and I would hate to make them drool on their keyboards

Yep. A small child can swim in my coffee if they wanted to Hey, don't knock it. It's something that keeps me away from the sweets and even food at times

I hope "juicing" while LCarbing will work otherwise I may cry

[12yrslater]

Originally Posted by Deb294evr

Today I am on a VLCARB day... nuttin but protein/fat. A cucumber thrown in because I need to eat it before it goes bad... Hoping to chase the hungries away...

So far REGULAR sized coffee with cream...

Pork chop for breakfast and it was GOOD.
Chicken thighs for lunch with my cuc
Dinner will be something soupy... not sure yet.. maybe just chicken broth and chicken... yummm...
dessert..... coffee with cream, MAYBE Pati sized.. not sure yet...

I just had soup and actually thnking of another 'soup' for dinner. someone tell me what to make in my spanking brand new dutch oven....Share some good ol' recipes

[12yrslater]

BTW Deb, now that's how a queen eats

[jgw]

Marking my spot....how's everyone doing?

[AllMyPonies]

Hey everyone... Started the drops/lowcarb on Friday. Did ok foodwise tip Sunday, had some cookies - but was satisfied with 2 instead of eating the whole bag. That is a huge success for me!

No idea on pounds, but I'm wearing jeans that haven't fit since last spring!!!! Not sure how, but it's working!

[jgw]

Originally Posted by Deb294evr

Today I am on a VLCARB day... nuttin but protein/fat. A cucumber thrown in because I need to eat it before it goes bad... Hoping to chase the hungries away...

So far REGULAR sized coffee with cream...

Pork chop for breakfast and it was GOOD.
Chicken thighs for lunch with my cuc
Dinner will be something soupy... not sure yet.. maybe just chicken broth and chicken... yummm...
dessert..... coffee with cream, MAYBE Pati sized.. not sure yet...

Deb you are right about desert is your creamer in the coffee. Have you seen the flavors available for the holidays? I use only SF french vanilla but hubby bought some eggnog flavored creamer yesterday.....I've had my eye on it but looked at the calories and afraid to try it. He says it is DELISH!!!!

[Deb294evr]

Originally Posted by 12yrslater

I'll tell ya if you guys really wanna know! But some are on low cals and I would hate to make them drool on their keyboards

Yep. A small child can swim in my coffee if they wanted to Hey, don't knock it. It's something that keeps me away from the sweets and even food at times

I hope "juicing" while LCarbing will work otherwise I may cry

Of course it works, silly. Look what Meek did last week! She lost almost 8 pounds on low carb and da juice!.. Just have to keep portions IN CONTROL.. ya know?....

and NO, we probably don't need to hear what you had...

Originally Posted by 12yrslater

I just had soup and actually thnking of another 'soup' for dinner. someone tell me what to make in my spanking brand new dutch oven....Share some good ol' recipes

YEAH, I want to know too!!.. come on out chefs!!!. where are you??

Originally Posted by AllMyPonies

Hey everyone... Started the drops/lowcarb on Friday. Did ok foodwise tip Sunday, had some cookies - but was satisfied with 2 instead of eating the whole bag. That is a huge success for me!

No idea on pounds, but I'm wearing jeans that haven't fit since last spring!!!! Not sure how, but it's working!

WONDERFUL NEWS!!!... yeah!!... so happy for you and that you were in control enough to eat only 2 cookies.!!! congrats on the jeans!!! Keep it up!!...

[jeni1979]

I hope I am doing this correctly, as this is my first time posting. I have been a "lurker" for several months and have enjoyed watching everyone's progress on the message boards (both rougue & T total protocol).

I started in Feb of this year at 174 and have lost 40 lbs. My 1st round was my best round, for-sure. I did not take measurements or before/after pictures . I stabilized really well after my first round. However, I had A LOT of trouble with my 2nd round. My first attempt at round 2 did not go well- I quit 10 days into it. I was starving and my head just wasn't in it. When I did do my 2nd round, I lost weight really well. I was pretty rogue- choc delight, coconut oil, nuts, and did not have any trouble losing. Wish that's where the story ended, but... :blush: I went completely crazy (carbs, carbs, and more carbs) when I was suppose to go into phase 3 and gained back most of what I lost during phase 2.

Now.... I am on my 3rd round and doing pretty good. I am VLCD13.
Start wt post load: 146#
Today's wt: 134.2#
I plan to take a P3 break Thanksgiving week, then restart and go until 118-120ish# or Christmas (whichever comes first).

Some ways I am going rogue this time:
I do not measure. I prob have an average of 4oz of protein at each meal.
I eat a little ranch dressing.
I eat cottage cheese.
I eat a few OP veggies (brocoli, green beans) and I mix veggies.
I eat salsa.
I drink crystal lite.
I have an occasional diet coke- it has never stalled me.

Things that I have found important FOR ME:
Tons of fluids.
I feel less hunger with lower-dosing. (I take 10 drops 2x/day)
I can't have choc delight of mac nuts because I cannot control the portions I eat.
If I "cheat", it needs to be low-carb and I will lose the weight really quick if I have a gain. Example, if I go out to eat, I try to have fish, shrimp or steak and grilled veg and NOT throw in towel and order the pasta I love. For me, that gain does not come off easily. I do usually eat the entire portion (which is prob way to much)
If I really screw up, just get right back on the wagon.

So.... that's my story. (Sorry it's so long). I thought I would introduce myself and try to post. I think it will make me more accountable and hopefully help my progress. I also wanted to start on this thread because everyone is sooo supportive and not judgemental. For me, encouragement, getting other's opinions/feedback on ideas and trouble shooting is what I need. Generally if I really screw up, I already know it and am busy beating my ownself up.

I didn't take before of after pics, but I put a photoalbum of just some snapshots on here. (Not sure how to link to my photoalbum). My 'before' is of me at my almost-heaviest- @ 180ish. (I started hhcg at 174-175ish). My 'after' is of me @140ish. I have gone from size 16 to loose size 8. (I do not wear my clothes tight)

[12yrslater]

Originally Posted by jeni1979

I hope I am doing this correctly, as this is my first time posting. I have been a "lurker" for several months and have enjoyed watching everyone's progress on the message boards (both rougue & T total protocol).

I started in Feb of this year at 174 and have lost 40 lbs. My 1st round was my best round, for-sure. I did not take measurements or before/after pictures . I stabilized really well after my first round. However, I had A LOT of trouble with my 2nd round. My first attempt at round 2 did not go well- I quit 10 days into it. I was starving and my head just wasn't in it. When I did do my 2nd round, I lost weight really well. I was pretty rogue- choc delight, coconut oil, nuts, and did not have any trouble losing. Wish that's where the story ended, but... :blush: I went completely crazy (carbs, carbs, and more carbs) when I was suppose to go into phase 3 and gained back most of what I lost during phase 2.

Now.... I am on my 3rd round and doing pretty good. I am VLCD13.
Start wt post load: 146#
Today's wt: 134.2#
I plan to take a P3 break Thanksgiving week, then restart and go until 118-120ish# or Christmas (whichever comes first).

Some ways I am going rogue this time:
I do not measure. I prob have an average of 4oz of protein at each meal.
I eat a little ranch dressing.
I eat cottage cheese.
I eat a few OP veggies (brocoli, green beans) and I mix veggies.
I eat salsa.
I drink crystal lite.
I have an occasional diet coke- it has never stalled me.

Things that I have found important FOR ME:
Tons of fluids.
I feel less hunger with lower-dosing. (I take 10 drops 2x/day)
I can't have choc delight of mac nuts because I cannot control the portions I eat.
If I "cheat", it needs to be low-carb and I will lose the weight really quick if I have a gain. Example, if I go out to eat, I try to have fish, shrimp or steak and grilled veg and NOT throw in towel and order the pasta I love. For me, that gain does not come off easily. I do usually eat the entire portion (which is prob way to much)
If I really screw up, just get right back on the wagon.

So.... that's my story. (Sorry it's so long). I thought I would introduce myself and try to post. I think it will make me more accountable and hopefully help my progress. I also wanted to start on this thread because everyone is sooo supportive and not judgemental. For me, encouragement, getting other's opinions/feedback on ideas and trouble shooting is what I need. Generally if I really screw up, I already know it and am busy beating my ownself up.

I didn't take before of after pics, but I put a photoalbum of just some snapshots on here. (Not sure how to link to my photoalbum). My 'before' is of me at my almost-heaviest- @ 180ish. (I started hhcg at 174-175ish). My 'after' is of me @140ish. I have gone from size 16 to loose size 8. (I do not wear my clothes tight)

Jeni! Thanks for posting your story! And congrats on what you have accomplished thus far! KUTGW and post often! Nice to have you around

[jlp2009]

Nitenurse,
My bottle said 15 drops 3x/day. I tried that for a while (or thought I did...more on that in a minute). I was constantly hungry. So increased to 4x/day which helped a bit, but I think it FOR ME was more because I couldn't eat or drink for 15 min. before and after so it slowed my rate of consumption down! LOL
Anyway. As for the 15 drops I THOUGHT I was using...I was EYEBALLING the dropper, not measuring. Turns out I was probably using at least twice that much each time!
I have now measured and marked a dropper at the 10 drop line and 15 drop line.
I have been doing 10 drops 3x/day. After more than 5 weeks, while I still am hungry, it is better and more controllable.
I have not yet got to the "1 piece of lettuce and I am full" stage that I wish I could get to.
It took 3 weeks before I noticed a difference (I don't weigh myself, no scale, just going by how my clothes fit and how I feel). Week 4 I feel less tired. Week 5 I am increasing my low carb foods, still using the drops, waiting to see how it goes.
I can't do VLC. I do eat a large volume of veggies (mixed always) usually mixed with meat. I don't weigh anything. I was watching fat until last week when I decided that I had to have some LC treats. So my goal now is to minimize the damage, try to eat smaller amounts of these foods than I normally would, and at least maintain what I have lost so far, until I am re-motivated to do it all over! (gonna keep using the drops though)
This is just MY story.
Hope that you have success however you do it!

To everyone else I say "hooray for all your losses!!"

[Selahgal]

Originally Posted by jeni1979

I hope I am doing this correctly, as this is my first time posting. I have been a "lurker" for several months and have enjoyed watching everyone's progress on the message boards (both rougue & T total protocol).

I started in Feb of this year at 174 and have lost 40 lbs. My 1st round was my best round, for-sure. I did not take measurements or before/after pictures . I stabilized really well after my first round. However, I had A LOT of trouble with my 2nd round. My first attempt at round 2 did not go well- I quit 10 days into it. I was starving and my head just wasn't in it. When I did do my 2nd round, I lost weight really well. I was pretty rogue- choc delight, coconut oil, nuts, and did not have any trouble losing. Wish that's where the story ended, but... :blush: I went completely crazy (carbs, carbs, and more carbs) when I was suppose to go into phase 3 and gained back most of what I lost during phase 2.

Now.... I am on my 3rd round and doing pretty good. I am VLCD13.
Start wt post load: 146#
Today's wt: 134.2#
I plan to take a P3 break Thanksgiving week, then restart and go until 118-120ish# or Christmas (whichever comes first).

Some ways I am going rogue this time:
I do not measure. I prob have an average of 4oz of protein at each meal.
I eat a little ranch dressing.
I eat cottage cheese.
I eat a few OP veggies (brocoli, green beans) and I mix veggies.
I eat salsa.
I drink crystal lite.
I have an occasional diet coke- it has never stalled me.

Things that I have found important FOR ME:
Tons of fluids.
I feel less hunger with lower-dosing. (I take 10 drops 2x/day)
I can't have choc delight of mac nuts because I cannot control the portions I eat.
If I "cheat", it needs to be low-carb and I will lose the weight really quick if I have a gain. Example, if I go out to eat, I try to have fish, shrimp or steak and grilled veg and NOT throw in towel and order the pasta I love. For me, that gain does not come off easily. I do usually eat the entire portion (which is prob way to much)
If I really screw up, just get right back on the wagon.

So.... that's my story. (Sorry it's so long). I thought I would introduce myself and try to post. I think it will make me more accountable and hopefully help my progress. I also wanted to start on this thread because everyone is sooo supportive and not judgemental. For me, encouragement, getting other's opinions/feedback on ideas and trouble shooting is what I need. Generally if I really screw up, I already know it and am busy beating my ownself up.

I didn't take before of after pics, but I put a photoalbum of just some snapshots on here. (Not sure how to link to my photoalbum). My 'before' is of me at my almost-heaviest- @ 180ish. (I started hhcg at 174-175ish). My 'after' is of me @140ish. I have gone from size 16 to loose size 8. (I do not wear my clothes tight)

Glad to have you join us, jeni! I also think this is a GREAT group of roguers and I'm glad all the wonderful peeps here! Always glad to have another join in! Congrats on your amazing progress to date! Good for you!

Thanks for sharing your story. You'll find many stories like yours and that many of us share the same issues, experiences and ways of doing this! As to the pix, if you click the little icon that looks like a mountain, a box will appear and you put in a URL where your pix have been uploaded in there. It should appear in your post then.

[Deb294evr]

WELCOME JENI!!!... wow.. such a great story!... I join the others in welcoming you and hope you stay here and post more!!.. I love learning from experience and you have done AWESOME!!!...

Such a great group here, and everyone is supportive so please jump right on in and feel free to post anything!!.. so exciting!...

[jgw]

Originally Posted by jeni1979

I hope I am doing this correctly, as this is my first time posting. I have been a "lurker" for several months and have enjoyed watching everyone's progress on the message boards (both rougue & T total protocol).

I started in Feb of this year at 174 and have lost 40 lbs. My 1st round was my best round, for-sure. I did not take measurements or before/after pictures . I stabilized really well after my first round. However, I had A LOT of trouble with my 2nd round. My first attempt at round 2 did not go well- I quit 10 days into it. I was starving and my head just wasn't in it. When I did do my 2nd round, I lost weight really well. I was pretty rogue- choc delight, coconut oil, nuts, and did not have any trouble losing. Wish that's where the story ended, but... :blush: I went completely crazy (carbs, carbs, and more carbs) when I was suppose to go into phase 3 and gained back most of what I lost during phase 2.

Now.... I am on my 3rd round and doing pretty good. I am VLCD13.
Start wt post load: 146#
Today's wt: 134.2#
I plan to take a P3 break Thanksgiving week, then restart and go until 118-120ish# or Christmas (whichever comes first).

Some ways I am going rogue this time:
I do not measure. I prob have an average of 4oz of protein at each meal.
I eat a little ranch dressing.
I eat cottage cheese.
I eat a few OP veggies (brocoli, green beans) and I mix veggies.
I eat salsa.
I drink crystal lite.
I have an occasional diet coke- it has never stalled me.

Things that I have found important FOR ME:
Tons of fluids.
I feel less hunger with lower-dosing. (I take 10 drops 2x/day)
I can't have choc delight of mac nuts because I cannot control the portions I eat.
If I "cheat", it needs to be low-carb and I will lose the weight really quick if I have a gain. Example, if I go out to eat, I try to have fish, shrimp or steak and grilled veg and NOT throw in towel and order the pasta I love. For me, that gain does not come off easily. I do usually eat the entire portion (which is prob way to much)
If I really screw up, just get right back on the wagon.

So.... that's my story. (Sorry it's so long). I thought I would introduce myself and try to post. I think it will make me more accountable and hopefully help my progress. I also wanted to start on this thread because everyone is sooo supportive and not judgemental. For me, encouragement, getting other's opinions/feedback on ideas and trouble shooting is what I need. Generally if I really screw up, I already know it and am busy beating my ownself up.

I didn't take before of after pics, but I put a photoalbum of just some snapshots on here. (Not sure how to link to my photoalbum). My 'before' is of me at my almost-heaviest- @ 180ish. (I started hhcg at 174-175ish). My 'after' is of me @140ish. I have gone from size 16 to loose size 8. (I do not wear my clothes tight)

Jen , I love your story....you have done a great job! KUTGW!

[salaunsox2000]

Welcome Jeni!
I can't wait to see the pics. Before/Afters always motivate/inspire me!
I love hearing everyone's stories!

[jgw]

Meek
SW: 187.0
CW: 181.2
Day #4

Leigh
SW: 286
CW: 266
Day #13

pmartin6618
SW: 257.4
CW: 247.2
Day #4

Marci
SW: 244.5
CW: 202
Day #13

Debbie--Deb294evr
SW: 207.8
CW: 199.0
Day #9

Terilynn
SW: 196.7 (low carbing only)
SW with the juice: 190.8
CW: 189.8
Day # 12 Low carb
Day # 2 (on the juice)

Pati-12yrslater
SW (this round only) - 201
CW - 194
Day #5 (today)

TBF
SW:168.0
CW:162.6
Day #4

Paula
SW: 167.6
CW: 156.4
Day #21

Janice Jgw
SW: 199.8
CW: 189.8
Day #15 (went overboard this weekend)

Jenmay
SW 202
CW 196.8
Day 2

Stacy-salaunsox2000
SW 195.6
CW 192.2
Day 3

Donna(donnakd)
SW 199.4
CW 200.4
Day 3

[Terilynn]

Welcome people even newer than me

This group is amazing. People coming and going constantly.

I am trying to be LOW CARB on the drops today.... Need to get hunger totally under control after yesterday.

I had 2 scrambled eggs with cheese and green chili for breakfast
Wasn't that hungry at lunch so had a few spicy pork rinds a jalapeno slim jim with cheese and a 1.5 oz bag of smoked almonds. I have some lemon tuna if I can't make it through the day. Hopefully tonight will be something light and easy.

I would like to try to sneak in 3-4 real P2 type food days (minus the fruit and grisini and increase the protein or make it fat). Sometimes it is so hard. It is easier when the numbers are going down on the scale though.

[mistydisa]

Originally Posted by thin in 2010

Can someone remind me of the most affordable hhcg drops out there? The spray is going to get too expensive if I stay on it for longer than the 3 wks. I've been doing. I prefer hhcg drops that can be taken twice a day.

These two aren't twice/day drops, but I like them: Intermountain and Natural Health Labs. I've had success with both. With both, I dose(d) 12 drops, 3X/day.


Jeni!


I'm feeling good today....back to my LDW from R1, so hopefully, I'll get to see some virgin territory in the coming days....and even more hopefully, Onederland! Have a great day, ladies!

[Princessdmw33]

My name is Dawn.

I have been lurking for a while and finally ordered my drops last night. I have been doing LC for a while and while I lost some weight I have pretty much been bouncing between 156-158 since August, I believe. I am hoping that the addition of the drops will help me lose the last of what I have to lose.

I began eating low carb the Monday after Thanksgiving last year and have not gone back to the way I ate before. This is just the way I eat. I cannot believe that it has been almost one year since I had a potato chip and quite honestly I really don't miss them. I have found many low carb recipes that satisfy that crunch need when I have it.

For now I do not think that I will do a loading day as I really don't deal with cravings of any kind and when I do I usually find something that I can eat in the house that is carb friendly. I am nervous, like others, about doing this and welcome any advice.

I know without a doubt that I cannot eat 500 calories a day. I would want to chew my arm off and I think that my blood sugar dropping would not be happy with me. Low carb eating has been the only thing in my life that has helped me with not going too low with my blood sugar and has saved my family from me wanting to bite their heads off when I become hungry.

I have been exercising, mostly strength training and do not plan on giving that up. I hope that this works for me.

I look forward to some good laughs on a daily basis because you girls really are great at that

[Deb294evr]

Originally Posted by mistydisa

These two aren't twice/day drops, but I like them: Intermountain and Natural Health Labs. I've had success with both. With both, I dose(d) 12 drops, 3X/day.


Jeni!


I'm feeling good today....back to my LDW from R1, so hopefully, I'll get to see some virgin territory in the coming days....and even more hopefully, Onederland! Have a great day, ladies!

I'm waiting for you MISTY!!... come on in, the waters fine!!...

Originally Posted by Princessdmw33

My name is Dawn.

I have been lurking for a while and finally ordered my drops last night. I have been doing LC for a while and while I lost some weight I have pretty much been bouncing between 156-158 since August, I believe. I am hoping that the addition of the drops will help me lose the last of what I have to lose.

I began eating low carb the Monday after Thanksgiving last year and have not gone back to the way I ate before. This is just the way I eat. I cannot believe that it has been almost one year since I had a potato chip and quite honestly I really don't miss them. I have found many low carb recipes that satisfy that crunch need when I have it.

For now I do not think that I will do a loading day as I really don't deal with cravings of any kind and when I do I usually find something that I can eat in the house that is carb friendly. I am nervous, like others, about doing this and welcome any advice.

I know without a doubt that I cannot eat 500 calories a day. I would want to chew my arm off and I think that my blood sugar dropping would not be happy with me. Low carb eating has been the only thing in my life that has helped me with not going too low with my blood sugar and has saved my family from me wanting to bite their heads off when I become hungry.

I have been exercising, mostly strength training and do not plan on giving that up. I hope that this works for me.

I look forward to some good laughs on a daily basis because you girls really are great at that

WELCOME!!! So glad you found us!! I think you will fit in just fine with us here! We love to have some fun, and especially as we try to melt off our fat... so jump in and post as often as you can!!...

Sounds like you have already been doing very well and nothing wrong with shakin things up! That is what got my fat off so far!....

Good luck!!!! let us know how its going.. it helps everyone!!

[jgw]

Originally Posted by Princessdmw33

My name is Dawn.

I have been lurking for a while and finally ordered my drops last night. I have been doing LC for a while and while I lost some weight I have pretty much been bouncing between 156-158 since August, I believe. I am hoping that the addition of the drops will help me lose the last of what I have to lose.

I began eating low carb the Monday after Thanksgiving last year and have not gone back to the way I ate before. This is just the way I eat. I cannot believe that it has been almost one year since I had a potato chip and quite honestly I really don't miss them. I have found many low carb recipes that satisfy that crunch need when I have it.

For now I do not think that I will do a loading day as I really don't deal with cravings of any kind and when I do I usually find something that I can eat in the house that is carb friendly. I am nervous, like others, about doing this and welcome any advice.

I know without a doubt that I cannot eat 500 calories a day. I would want to chew my arm off and I think that my blood sugar dropping would not be happy with me. Low carb eating has been the only thing in my life that has helped me with not going too low with my blood sugar and has saved my family from me wanting to bite their heads off when I become hungry.

I have been exercising, mostly strength training and do not plan on giving that up. I hope that this works for me.

I look forward to some good laughs on a daily basis because you girls really are great at that

Welcome Dawn! Join in a do Hcg your way!

[Deb294evr]

Originally Posted by Terilynn

Welcome people even newer than me

This group is amazing. People coming and going constantly.

I am trying to be LOW CARB on the drops today.... Need to get hunger totally under control after yesterday.

I had 2 scrambled eggs with cheese and green chili for breakfast
Wasn't that hungry at lunch so had a few spicy pork rinds a jalapeno slim jim with cheese and a 1.5 oz bag of smoked almonds. I have some lemon tuna if I can't make it through the day. Hopefully tonight will be something light and easy.

I would like to try to sneak in 3-4 real P2 type food days (minus the fruit and grisini and increase the protein or make it fat). Sometimes it is so hard. It is easier when the numbers are going down on the scale though.

I hear you on the hunger control!! how is it going so far today? I feel pretty good hunger wise, hope it keeps up when I get home!.. oh yeah, I have to exercise.. thanks to MEEK... but I'll be fine.

I also try to sneak in a couple days a week of P2. As close as I CAN anyway, so good luck with that!!! Numbers going down is THE ULTIMATE motivator... oh and baggy jeans....

[Princessdmw33]

I spent 5 hours in the car yesterday trying to catch up with all of you in your other thread. Holy Moly do you girls like to chat. I read about 14 pages in the car and that was a miracle because trying to read it on my phone was so hard. My husband eventually started asking me what the heck I was reading. I still need to go back and finish the last 10 pages or so of the last thread.

[Deb294evr]

Originally Posted by Princessdmw33

I spent 5 hours in the car yesterday trying to catch up with all of you in your other thread. Holy Moly do you girls like to chat. I read about 14 pages in the car and that was a miracle because trying to read it on my phone was so hard. My husband eventually started asking me what the heck I was reading. I still need to go back and finish the last 10 pages or so of the last thread.

That is awesome Dawn!.. you are a TROOPER!!!... I tell you what, some days like when everyone gets goofy, we will chat your head off!!.. then other days like today, its quiet as a mouse..

Come on girls! Wake up, we got an extra hour today... .. well most of us did...

[Terilynn]

Getting ready to head home for the night.
May the scale be kinder and gentler tomorrow. Still don't know what I will have for dinner. Low carb is so much easier for me than low cal, but I do know I have to get the low cal days in or this will probably not go anywhere for me. I will find what works. I will just keep reading about what works for ya'll and immitate until I find what works for me. Guess I have time to get this weight off - as they say, I didn't gain it over night.