Wendy Chant Crack the Fat Loss Code for October 27th

[vicki lynn]

i have a question for anyone out there that would know. i read the receipe for the one minute muffin it sounds good for breakfast. i am wondering if that is all that is allowed or can you add some other protein? how much protein does the muffin have? thanks so much

[Mischief1]

Teachermom Julie - is that your pride and joy in the photo with you? Pretty young lady!

Connie

[Mischief1]

Jackie - but the onions, salsa and tomato aren't carbs! Remember to look at Wendy's list of approved S and SA foods for the carbs.

P.S. just catching up on 8 pages of reading and see that Kelley and Tam already reinforced this. Guess you will get it now! (LOL)

[quote=jkvetter;11046660]

Originally Posted by Mischief1

Jackie, it means One Serving of Carbs at one meal before 3 pm for Carb Down Days, and One Serving of Carbs at 2 meals before 3 pm on a Baseline Day, but on Carb Up days you eat primarily carbs, with a smaller amount of protein.
Now, that means on a carb down day, you could still have carbs at both breakfast and lunch by eating 1/2 serving at each meal. For instance, a piece of EZ bread with your eggs (or whatever) for breakfast, and then another 1/2 serving of another carb at lunch.

Thanks, Connie. But what about on page 184 in the book on Carb-Down Day plan, she lists onion, tomato and salsa on lettuce wraps. Isn't that more than 1 serving at a time? That's 3 different carb items. Or is it just one lettuce wrap like that with all three of those different carb items?

Maybe I don't get it after all!

[Mischief1]

Naomi, I am soooo sorry you are sick but soooo glad to see you back! Have been wondering what happened to you, especially with Tam teaching us so much about the holidays.

Life happens, mistakes happen. I heard this today on the radio inconjuntion with causing hurt to yourself and others:

"Just say you are sorry and move on. Remember that mistakes are written with pencil"

So just pick up that pencil, erase those bad days and make it a brand new day! You actually can be helpful to others, especial new people starting that may run into the same problems.

And if you ever have lots and lots of spare time, you can read where a lot of us have screwed up and done the four carb down days and gone back to week 2 (including yours truly!).

Originally Posted by mammapo

*sighs* ........okay here I am again.

Restart #2.........I got sick - very sick (I'm still sick, frankly) and stopped posting right around Yom Kippur.
When I don't check in with y'all, I don't stay On Program. And you know that can't be good.

Here I go carb-depleting again. This time I'm making it the full 8 weeks.
I decided to fully restart, since Wendy said we can do this twice a year (and no more) and it was about half a year ago when I first started. I was getting dizzy trying to mini-deplete and keep track of where I was, so I figure a full restart is better for my brain.........

Naomi

[kelley17]

Originally Posted by free to be me

Ladies!

Just need to see your smiling face! Glad the IEP meeting went well and you like the team. Very important that!

[kelley17]

Originally Posted by free to be me

Hi Julie!

I'll chime in on this one...but this is my guess based on my understanding of the program...and how I worked it when I was sick.

What time are you back from surgery? If it is before 5pm (I know it says 3pm...but there have been a few times I was late with a carb on a day...no big deal as long as we don't make a practice of it) and you are feeling up to it, I would have a meal with a "clean carb"...it is what I call them (not the starchy variety you know!). See how you feel in the evening...eat another meal...you might be surprised and actually have an appetite. I make a broccoli or cauliflower soup with bouillon and steamed broccoli (which I then puree with my cuisinart blend stick) and chunks of chicken...if your feeling like you need 'soup' fare...it may be a good option.

Take Wednesday like your regular carb up...you may want the extra calories from the previous day's shortfall. Great idea planning ahead...but give yourself some wiggle room, you may need it with that necesary fast before surgery. I do suggest drinking plenty of water as soon as you are able to.

Hope this helps.

Totally agree with Goddess Alissa

[kelley17]

Originally Posted by vicki lynn

i have a question for anyone out there that would know. i read the receipe for the one minute muffin it sounds good for breakfast. i am wondering if that is all that is allowed or can you add some other protein? how much protein does the muffin have? thanks so much

vicki not a one minute muffin person - don't like artificial sweetener so i will leave that for the experts. Just wanted to say HI

[kelley17]

[QUOTE=Mischief1;11050729]Jackie - but the onions, salsa and tomato aren't carbs! Remember to look at Wendy's list of approved S and SA foods for the carbs.

P.S. just catching up on 8 pages of reading and see that Kelley and Tam already reinforced this. Guess you will get it now! (LOL)



Never hurts to be said again! Someone will miss it from our posts and see yours! Hi ya Connie!

[kelley17]

Originally Posted by Mischief1

Naomi, I am soooo sorry you are sick but soooo glad to see you back! Have been wondering what happened to you, especially with Tam teaching us so much about the holidays.

Life happens, mistakes happen. I heard this today on the radio inconjuntion with causing hurt to yourself and others:

"Just say you are sorry and move on. Remember that mistakes are written with pencil"

So just pick up that pencil, erase those bad days and make it a brand new day! You actually can be helpful to others, especial new people starting that may run into the same problems.

And if you ever have lots and lots of spare time, you can read where a lot of us have screwed up and done the four carb down days and gone back to week 2 (including yours truly!).

Connie - I totally had a wine, brie, french bread and candy corn weekend and Jerri said no need to stress just go on with maintenance - Now that is a plan I love! If I gain a lb or 2 this week - it will have been worth it! Totally enjoyed my weekend and it was extra sinful. We need one of those every now and then.

[LC Woe is me]

Vicki
It seems like one of the minute muffin recipes included adding some protein powder to the mix. Did this ever get posted to the recipe thread? Not sure - maybe someone with more knowledge can help. Aloha.

[teachermom]

Originally Posted by Mischief1

Teachermom Julie - is that your pride and joy in the photo with you? Pretty young lady!

Connie

Thanks, Connie. She is the daughter pride and joy. The other is my 21 year old son, working on his college degree in Computer Science. Mothering never ends, just changes as they get older!

[teachermom]

Originally Posted by free to be me

Hi Julie!

I'll chime in on this one...but this is my guess based on my understanding of the program...and how I worked it when I was sick.

What time are you back from surgery? If it is before 5pm (I know it says 3pm...but there have been a few times I was late with a carb on a day...no big deal as long as we don't make a practice of it) and you are feeling up to it, I would have a meal with a "clean carb"...it is what I call them (not the starchy variety you know!). See how you feel in the evening...eat another meal...you might be surprised and actually have an appetite. I make a broccoli or cauliflower soup with bouillon and steamed broccoli (which I then puree with my cuisinart blend stick) and chunks of chicken...if your feeling like you need 'soup' fare...it may be a good option.

Take Wednesday like your regular carb up...you may want the extra calories from the previous day's shortfall. Great idea planning ahead...but give yourself some wiggle room, you may need it with that necesary fast before surgery. I do suggest drinking plenty of water as soon as you are able to.

Hope this helps.

Thank you, Alissa! I knew I could count on you! The soup idea sounds wonderful. Soup is such comfort food for me. I'll drink plenty of water, but I'll have to make sure I can get off the couch and hobble to the bathroom in time!! I'm glad to know I can still have my carb-up day the next day.
Julie

[Mischief1]

Well, even though I am hours and pages behind, I am going to add my two cents! Lucky People!!!!!

[COLOR=red]Vicki[/COLOR], hope you had a good day one! Your statement about water reminded me about something I have been meaning to add to the thread:

[COLOR=blue]Crackers[/COLOR] - Alot of us have nasty tasting tap water, yes? (Napa's is sometimes brown) And bottled water is pricey - yes? So a long, long time ago when we were first all joining in, someone said, "Buy a water filter pitcher." I looked at the price and looked at the filters and said, I don't think so. But then I looked a little closer and saw that one filter will filter FORTY GALLONS of water! I ended up with a pitcher and filters by Brita. I am saving money and drinking my water. Just a suggestion! Also, is you watch, Target has them on sale about once a month.

Pam, good job at the party! You did terrific!

Vladis - Ya Hooooooooo!!!!!! What a way to go!!!!


Kim, that is one of the reasons for an eight week commitment. We really do have to learn what the triggers are for each of us as an individual. What carbs did you eat on Saturday? Did you eat too much or not enough? It is a learning process especially the first time around.

BUT - YOU DID IT!!!! You chose to stay on plan! KUTGW!!
Jeri, we are glad to hear Wendy peeks in on us occasionally. Did you notice how many new people are joining in? Amazing!

Back to reading, I am only to page 4!!!! ACK!!

Connie

[kelliebel]

Originally Posted by jkvetter

I posted this on the other thread, and thought I'd bring it over here to get y'all's opinion.

I was going over things one more time and all of a sudden a light bulb just went off in my head!

OMG, Jackie, you're making this much harder than it is. I keep wanting to count everything, but I think this is it:

Carb Down Days: 1 carb meal before 3:00 pm
Baseline Days: 2 carb meals before 3:00 pm
Carb Up Days: Carb meals last 2 meals of the day

I was reading it as 1 carb before 3:00 pm I was thinking how am I supposed to have a sub and chips plus a tomato? That's more than 1 carb, then it hit me, it's meal not 1 carb!

It just continues to cycle, do each week of each cycle, then start all over again except with the deplete week, right? Until you get to where you want to be, and continuing will just ensure that you stay where you want to be, right?

This is amazing if I have it right now!

Love it, Love it, Love it. I love this new body I'm on my way to!

JACKIE...
I LOVE THIS!! I was thinking the same thing!!! You made my light bulb go off! I think I was making it too hard too! I love this woe!! I finally found something that works!

[kelliebel]

OK...today,TOM...so I was starving, I'm always starving when it's TOM, but I stuck to plan, I just ate so much!!!

Good Grief!!!

[teachermom]

Originally Posted by sarab118

Julie your day of surgery is a carb down day, and although you are unable to eat most of the day, I think you should try and stick to the plan for dinner, and perhaps another meal at least 2 hours before bed. You can do your carb day with the last meal meal being the carb up, and then try to continue the week on your regular plan and you should be fine. A lot of us did not do much exercise during the first few weeks. (Not Alissa, she is super exercise woman, and Kelly was doing her Callanetics).

I hope this helps. I am sure Alissa and Kelley will chime in with their thoughts too.

Good luck with the surgery.

Sara

Thank you. I'll carb up Wednesday with the last meal of the day since I'll be stuck on the couch.
Julie

[free to be me]

CONNIE!!!

Dear Friend!!! Now Kelley, you KNOW you would not have GAINED 2 pounds...to do so would have necessitated a 7200 calorie splurge with NO burned calories! And THAT I am sure you did not do!

Just reinforcing it dear!! I am glad you enjoyed your weekend...it would be the best way to allow an indulgence...to enjoy! Cheers, my friend!

Originally Posted by kelley17

Connie - I totally had a wine, brie, french bread and candy corn weekend and Jerri said no need to stress just go on with maintenance - Now that is a plan I love! If I gain a lb or 2 this week - it will have been worth it! Totally enjoyed my weekend and it was extra sinful. We need one of those every now and then.

You are most welcome...remember you can have a strach serving in breakfast for your carb up meal...it does not need to be a 'clean' carb. Have an english muffin with some eggs...the cinn/raisin french toast Kelley loves...or what ever you enjoy! Keep that in mind when you are planning. You will be fine! I will be praying for you at surgery time...what time would that be?

Originally Posted by teachermom

Thank you, Alissa! I knew I could count on you! The soup idea sounds wonderful. Soup is such comfort food for me. I'll drink plenty of water, but I'll have to make sure I can get off the couch and hobble to the bathroom in time!! I'm glad to know I can still have my carb-up day the next day.
Julie

There is a NSV!! Go Girl!

Originally Posted by kelliebel

OK...today,TOM...so I was starving, I'm always starving when it's TOM, but I stuck to plan, I just ate so much!!!

Good Grief!!!

[Mischief1]

[COLOR="Red"]Kelley[/COLOR]! If you don't quit mentioning all the brie and french bread you ate! I am sooo gonna have some this week! Had not thought about it and I love it!

[COLOR="Blue"]KellyCarb[/COLOR] - Do not be afraid! It is only a carb and your body needs carbs, remember? Your body is going to start making the adjustment to eating as it should. You may not see much loss, you may not see any, and you may see alot. Each of us is different. BUT, not eating right in week 2 because of Carbanoia (I think I just made up a new word) will only hurt you in the end. You can do it!!!

[COLOR="Red"]Lani[/COLOR], 6 weeks without feeling like you screwed up in pretty dam- good! Just continue on!

[COLOR="Blue"]Gemini [/COLOR]- are you cleaning closets to make room for that new wardrobe? Now that is advance planning!

Originally Posted by gemini0604

Hi everybody! My first week was easier than I thought it would be. I haven't weighed myself yet, I'm determined to wait until Wednesday.......now I have to finish my latest project - reorganizing my closets. FUN!

[COLOR="Red"]Spydermonkey[/COLOR], glad to have you back!

Originally Posted by spydermonkey511

thanks eveyone. I did it for 2 weeks and lost about 7 or 8 pounds,but i had a b-day and it all went down hill, but i am back on track now. good luck to everyone. You are all such an inspiration.

[COLOR="Blue"]Pam[/COLOR], no official word on Greek yogurt, but quite a few of us used it as one of our tweaks. Try adding some flavoring to it, or cocoa powder. There is a big debate about whether the sugar in plain yogurt has the same impact that other sugars have. I will have to see if I can find the info and provide it to you. It is another thing that you can try now and then and see what happens.


[COLOR="Red"]Pat in Michigan [/COLOR]- don't know why, but you were sure on my mind last night! Hope all is well!

If you notice, there are many unanswered questions in the book. That is why we have debated about so many things on this thread, and often still ask each other "Any other ideas out there?"

Peanut butter, yogurt, etc., etc. PB is a decision you will make in this WOE. When you feel comfortable, try it. Some of our runners have some before running. Tam likes to have it with one of her shakes. You are into week 4, so give it a try this week. Did it cause more cravings, or wanting too much of it? Have PBJ and see what happens.

And if we can never have certain things again, why do we want to stay with this plan? There are lots of others that can deny us things we like!

Originally Posted by Pat in Mich

Hijack all you want Alissa..it's good to get to know people...just gives us that much more support! glad to hear you are happy with the results this time!

Originally Posted by Pat in Mich

......I hope this question doesn't get lost in this long reply...but I'm really confused as to all the talk about milk, peanut butter, jelly, ice cream, yogurt, etc. I thought we could never have any of the foods unless they were listed on the substition list (except for the cheat days and high carb days in Maintenance). Even page 141 says to substitute if desired from the list in Chapter 6....I know Wendy can't list every food for Maintenance, but exactly what are the guidelines for this? I just don't want to screw this up because I think it's a way of life for me that I can live with but sure would love to have a peanut butter sandwich some day again and feel like I'm still following the plan...Thanks for anyone's help...I need it. Week three went ............

[COLOR="Blue"]Cdnhockeymom[/COLOR]- showing a gain after a carb up day is not unusual Just hang in there, it wil go away!

Originally Posted by cdnhockeymom

Hello fellow crackers! I'm on week 3, day 1 and really enjoying the plan. Just have a question for anyone with the same problem I had. My first carb up day was on Saturday, weighed myself Sunday morning and was up 3 pounds! ERH! Has anyone else experienced this on their carb up days? It was so discouraging, but overall, I have gone down 10, could have been 13......I didn't overeat and I stayed within the menu provided in the book. Any advice out there. Thanks ladies.

[COLOR="Red"]Jackie [/COLOR]- that is an amazing weight loss! Congratulations!

Originally Posted by jkvetter

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10.5 POUNDS!!! : up: Oh my gosh!

[COLOR="Blue"]Naomi[/COLOR], I thought you knew Tam is in Israel. Isn't it funny how we can chat with each other and not realize we are scattered around the world? That is why she posts at such "odd" times - she's up and running around when most of us are having sweet dreams. Us West Coasters talk with her more directly cause we are doing our last minute reading and posting when she is busy with her new day!

Originally Posted by mammapo

Wait... you're in ISRAEL?!?!?!? *is jealous*

LOL.......someday... someday....

[COLOR="Red"]Dancing Linda [/COLOR]- just tell your daughters you will be happy to celebrate your birthday a few weeks from now when they are settled into the program and you can all go out for a carb up dinner and dessert!

Originally Posted by alwaysdancing

Hi, I see everyone is doing great and right on track! My daughter is already complaining that there won't be any birthday cake. brother, it might be harder then I thought keeping the others motivated. ....She's on meal 2 so hope to distract her. A couple of days and she will feel the reason to go this route.

[COLOR="Blue"]Melissa[/COLOR], hope you get to feeling better! My sister's doctor told her to expect this cold to last 4 weeks. Misery!

Originally Posted by DRM

OMG, if this cold does not go away, I might just lose my mind. Melissa

Okay, back to reading!

Connie

[teachermom]

[QUOTE=free to be me;11051323] CONNIE!!!


You are most welcome...remember you can have a strach serving in breakfast for your carb up meal...it does not need to be a 'clean' carb. Have an english muffin with some eggs...the cinn/raisin french toast Kelley loves...or what ever you enjoy! Keep that in mind when you are planning. You will be fine! I will be praying for you at surgery time...what time would that be?

Alissa,
An English muffin sounds really good ....RIGHT NOW!!!! No, no, I'll just go to bed. No temptation. My surgery is scheduled for 1:00 pm on Nov. 4th. Thank you for your prayers. That means a lot to me.
Julie

[Mischief1]

Sara, tell your daughter that not only did mama say "no", but so did all her "aunties" on this board!

Originally Posted by sarab118

.........p.s. my daughter if finally starting tomorrow (she says). She wanted me to ask others if she could skip week 1 and start on week 2. I told her that I am one of the old timers on the board and that she cannot do it that way. She insisted that I ask.
Sara

Jeri, Please and Thanks for looking, but only if you have time. How are you feeling? it is so nice to have you stop by and visit. Most of the "newbies" probably don't even realize you are "THE JERI" from the magazine article!

Originally Posted by Jerri906

.........

Michief1...I'll also look for my pre-Hawaii cruise plan

to my buddies - Alissa, Kelley and Renee!!!!!!

Connie

[free to be me]

Julie!

I am addicted to my broccoli soup Whou would have EVER thought THAT would be a craving!

I hope the suggestions were helpful...how long is the surgery expected to last...do you know when you might ve getting home? The more you plan and have ready, the more successful you will be...

REMEMBER PPPPPP!!

Propper
Planning
Prevents
Piss
Poor
Performance

Prayers...absolutely...it works it works it works Someday I'll have to share why I am a walking miracle with you all. I rejoyce everyday I get out of bed and put feet to the floor and take a step!

Originally Posted by teachermom

Alissa,
An English muffin sounds really good ....RIGHT NOW!!!! No, no, I'll just go to bed. No temptation. My surgery is scheduled for 1:00 pm on Nov. 4th. Thank you for your prayers. That means a lot to me.
Julie

AGREED about your DD Sara...she NEEDS to do week one...shall we vote??? :rolleyeyes:

CONNIE!!!!!

Originally Posted by Mischief1

Sara, tell your daughter that not only did mama say "no", but so did all her "aunties" on this board!

to my buddies - Alissa, Kelley and Renee!!!!!!

Connie

[kate4w8loss]

Wow, fast board! did some skimming . . . Congrats to everyone whose clothes fit better and keep trying to those who are struggling. Every day is a struggle but each day we make it through is a triumph!

[COLOR=navy]Alissa[/COLOR] – my Meggie also had IPP’s (same as IEP) and the first one they did for her I was traumatized. It was a male evaluator and I am not sure if that had anything to do with it or not, but he basically had no hope for Meggie to progress as a ‘normal’ student. I actually suggested ways to help her make it through (which were well received and implemented by the teachers) and it was her grade 5 teacher that made her life worth living (she wanted to give up, not on life but on being 'smart'). He not only followed my suggestions but was open to any new discussions and he managed to build up her self esteem. To this day when I see him on the street, he asks “how is Megan doing?”. He was the best. Megan was re-evaluated in grade 6 and still not a lot of hope for her to be ‘normal’ but they missed something so important in Megan, it was her determination. She would keep trying until she got it right and never gave up. I spent many hours with her helping her in any way I could. Home work that should have taken ½ hour took her 3 but still she perservered. She actually went through the ceremonies for graduation in 2008 but alas, did not graduate. It is not so bad. She only needs her grade 11 math and here, we have three levels of math. She is on her third try for completing the middle level. She said to me “mom, I refuse to graduate with the lower math and have that on my report card forever”. So we got her a 6 month extension as she is doing it by correspondence and she is has it almost completed. If she passes it, she will then get her grade 12 diploma. She passed grade 12 science, language and Social studies. So much for their evaluations. So, even though she didn’t graduate, I am so very proud of her determination and the goals she has set for herself. Whew, that was pretty long but just want you to know, with the right help and a lot of patience, it can be done. These kids can succeed and feel good about themselves. How they perceive themselves is half the battle. Oh, typing that makes me remember such a stressful time and glad that it all turned out ok.

[COLOR=green]Kelley[/COLOR] – PUMPKIN SHAKE! What pumpkin shake? I want one!


[COLOR=deepskyblue]Tam[/COLOR] – I have seen a few versions of the minute muffin. The one I make is 2 tbsp milled flax seed, cinnamon, 1 pkt sweetner and one egg. Mix together in large coffee mug and microwave for 1 minute. I like mine hot with 1oz. of half and half cream on it. I love it! I use milled flax seed for the flavor, sort of tastes a bit nutty. Now Kelley has me thinking of putting pumpkin in it . . .

[Mischief1]

Kate, you have to be so very very proud of your Megans! Determination, perserverance and dedication. Sounds like Mom has got that going too!

And sounds like something the rest of us need!

Connie

[alwaysdancing]

Kate, your daughter reflects you!

I just wanted to check in. Had about 20 friends out to celebrate, the drinking and eating went on for 3 hours. I had broiled chicken, spinach and salad and tea. Once I told them I was on a diet and that meant more for them they tried to encourage each other to start dieting. I'm sad to say the twins were right in the middle of the carnage.

I returned home to find out my daughter didn't make it either. Pancakes were calling her name. I'll just have to lose some more to entice them. Proud of me anyway. See you all in the morning I'm exhausted!
Linda

[free to be me]

Originally Posted by kate4w8loss

Wow, fast board! did some skimming . . . Congrats to everyone whose clothes fit better and keep trying to those who are struggling. Every day is a struggle but each day we make it through is a triumph!Alissa[/COLOR] – my Meggie also had IPP’s (same as IEP) and the first one they did for her I was traumatized.

Kate, I so understand...Megan's disability is diffuse as the parts of the brain injured have multiple purposes. Indeed, I have struggled with IEP folks while she was in early ed, the financial gatekeepers hold the reighns tightly. I, fortunately, learned about the process...I read "From Emotions to Advocacy" by Pete Wright. It is all about learning how to Navigate Special Education, and how to access the legal requirements of the educators. I totally get that the teachers want to give the kids what they need...the administrators...THAT is a different story all together. My apologies to anyone who is an exception to this which I have learned to be painfully true. in any event, ALL of my recommendations and concerns were addressed...and beyond actually. I worked hard all summer for Megan to be independantly evaluated and assessed, brought all the paperwork to school the first week so that the "new team" (she moved to a full k-6 school from the pre-k special ed) would HAVE to respond. As a parent, you can request an IEP eval and the team HAS to respond within 30 school days (I may be off with the timing...but it is close). Anyway...I am very pleased and intend to let the "team" know how pleased I am and how much I am looking ofrward to continuing to assist in furthering Megs education. My goal is for her to be in Main-stream education (completely) by 3rd grade. Anyway, we are on our way...I am impressed and enjoying this team.



My Megan is similarly Tenacious It is a key component to her continued rehabilitation...she has some determination and pushed herself. I look forward to the post from you announcing your Megan's success!

[free to be me]

Uhm......I have a question call on me!!!

I assumed that "winter squashes" were a starchy carb...yes?? Just like a sweet potato is starchy carb so would acorn squash be a starchy carb..I assumed anyway. I have a killer acorn squash soup recipe I have been staying away from...but...the chill in the air makes me want it want it want it

I'm taking a poll...everyone weigh in ON THE POLL NOT THE SCALE

[Gracefully]

Originally Posted by mammapo

LOL! I thought the same thing. My hubby's always all "you can't go around saying that!" to me. I think it scares him (he must 'hear' shades of the whole Nazi racial profiling when I say that)... but it's so true. I can usually 'see' someone's heritage (not just Jewish, mind you) up to the third generation of 'mixing' before they get too homogenous/random for me to pinpoint. Of course, I've got insane visual acuity....

I've a friend who I swore had French ancestry, even though she insisted not... until it was confirmed by her Grandmother.

Anywhoodles.

Just had to laugh when I saw that comment.

I am soooo Jewish that I am not afraid of offending anyone- as I am so proud to be... I have the problem with Sephardic and Ashkenaz- I was born Ashkenaz, and look it, and married a guy with Syrian parents- so when I ask people if they are Sephardic (especially when they're not) some are offended- 'cause I look Ashkenaz and they think I mean it as a slur... I've brought my kids up to be proud Syrians.(For those who aren't aware of it, Sephardic Jews in Israel are considered by some "second class"- in the States it's the opposite.... and they are sometime accused of being "elitist"...) GO figure- we are all the same...

Originally Posted by teachermom

Hi All!

I'm so glad it's Monday evening. Monday at school after the weekend trick-or-treat (ours was Sunday) is always crazy ....
Julie

Purim is our Holloween, and I used to be able to contain it into one day- now my little ones have a "stash" that lasts a week!!!

Originally Posted by alwaysdancing

:

Loved the quote! As for your DD and the birthday cake... just tell her it's her decision- ditto for the pancakes- we have to make our own decisions to have our own successes- eventually she'll get it and come around..

Originally Posted by kelley17

Don't Tempt me - My students were extra bad today, I put them on house shut down - means NO Talking all day long! I teach in a juvenile detention center and boy were those kids a handful today and most of them had such smart mouths. By 9:15 I couldn't take it anymore so no more talking!

Do they have Holloween in the d. center? Isn't the candy controlable there?

Originally Posted by sarab118

p.s. my daughter if finally starting tomorrow (she says). She wanted me to ask others if she could skip week 1 and start on week 2. I told her that I am one of the old timers on the board and that she cannot do it that way. She insisted that I ask.

Sara

W1 is a must- the whole thing is based on it...

Originally Posted by dede

hahahahahahaha! Well, my husband is Jewish and looks it! My great grandfather was but I am not. Hey,maybe my husband and I are starting to look alike. they say that's what happens when your married for a while. hehe
dede

Well, you do have some blood in you... Your DH I was definite about- couldn't figure you out, though I'm not as good as Naomi about this... Yes, we do get to look alike- especially when we have kids that look like both of us... My young couples look alike- 4 out of 5, and the 5th DIL looks like one of my other sons. Wierd...

Originally Posted by teachermom

Has anyone tried sticking with the low-glycemic carbs on carb-up day? I wondered because I read that high-glycemic carbs are rapidly converted to glucose by the body. The glucose dissolves in the bloodstream, spiking the glucose level and giving that "sugar-high". After the glucose level spikes, it quickly disappears from the bloodstream, leaving the body starved of energy and looking for more fuel. The "high" followed by the rapid drain can leave the body feeling sluggish and hungry. Low-glycemic foods break down in your digestive system at a slow, steady rate, making you feel full longer and preventing the "spike/drain/eat sugar or high GI carb/spike/drain/eat sugar or high GI carb" cycle. (GI is glycemic index)

I thought that was pretty interesting. I wonder what Wendy would have to say about that and whether or not it is effective with her plan. Maybe that's why I didn't suffer any lethargy or hunger Saturday with my carb-up day. I chose mostly low-glycemic carbs. (with the exception of the terra chips, which tasted OH SO GOOD!)

Julie

I feel good on carb-up days whatever I do, surprising, as I am very carb sensetive- breakfast is a problem for me though- if I carb-up at breakfast I can run into trouble...

Originally Posted by Jerri906

counted as a carb. Try to save it for carb up or at least baseline days. If it's not fat free, count it as a fat also.

I've seen a lot of questions about PB. It is a fat. Limit to 1 T. I have a hard time with that one!

Do ou hear ladies- PB is NOT a tweak- it's a fat!! and a healthy one at that!!

Originally Posted by vicki lynn

i have a question for anyone out there that would know. i read the receipe for the one minute muffin it sounds good for breakfast. i am wondering if that is all that is allowed or can you add some other protein? how much protein does the muffin have? thanks so much

It should be enough- if you do it with 2 eggs they have 14gr. total, not sure about the flax- it has protein- look it up on Sparkpeople... if it's not you can add more... I'm having it this morning... If you do it with 1 egg you would probably need more...

Originally Posted by kelliebel

JACKIE...
I LOVE THIS!! I was thinking the same thing!!! You made my light bulb go off! I think I was making it too hard too! I love this woe!! I finally found something that works!

Please note- on b and c days you have only one SERVING of carbs per meal- only on D days can you have MEALS!!! This was corrected afterwards!!!!!

Originally Posted by Mischief1

[COLOR="Red"]Kelley[/COLOR]! If you don't quit mentioning all the brie and french bread you ate! I am sooo gonna have some this week! Had not thought about it and I love it!

[COLOR="Blue"]KellyCarb[/COLOR] - Do not be afraid! It is only a carb and your body needs carbs, remember? Your body is going to start making the adjustment to eating as it should. You may not see much loss, you may not see any, and you may see alot. Each of us is different. BUT, not eating right in week 2 because of Carbanoia (I think I just made up a new word) will only hurt you in the end. You can do it!!!


Peanut butter, yogurt, etc., etc. PB is a decision you will make in this WOE. When you feel comfortable, try it. Some of our runners have some before running. Tam likes to have it with one of her shakes. You are into week 4, so give it a try this week. Did it cause more cravings, or wanting too much of it? Have PBJ and see what happens.


Connie

Hey, Connie- love all your advice- you're always on the mark!!!
Please note- Jerri says PB is not a tweak- it's a fat- 1T worth!!!!

Originally Posted by kate4w8loss;11051570
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[SIZE=3][COLOR=navy]Alissa[/COLOR] – my Meggie also had IPP’s (same as IEP) and ....[COLOR=deepskyblue]Tam[/COLOR] – I have seen a few versions of the minute muffin. The one I make is 2 tbsp milled flax seed, cinnamon, 1 pkt sweetner and one egg. Mix together in large coffee mug and microwave for 1 minute. I like mine hot with 1oz. of half and half cream on it. I love it! I use milled flax seed for the flavor, sort of tastes a bit nutty. Now Kelley has me thinking of putting pumpkin in it . . .

I have a "Meg" also, though most people don't even notice- alot of struggles, and he is doing great now!!! His school didn't even want to have him repeat K, though our kids learn to read then (at 4!!)and he was struggling with it- I fought for it, and it was a great thing- and at 9 I asked for an assessment and they thought I was nuts- many years later, and alot of interventions, and he is doing very very well!! It's worth fighting for!!

Whew... sorry girls... that was just catching up with you guys- 9AM here....I better run weigh (I weigh every day- my fluctuations are so unpredictable that I don't want to miss a new low!!! I am such an optomist!!) and get dressed, though I have so much more to comment- I am such a blabbermouth!!!!

[Gracefully]

Originally Posted by free to be me

Uhm......I have a question call on me!!!

I assumed that "winter squashes" were a starchy carb...yes?? Just like a sweet potato is starchy carb so would acorn squash be a starchy carb..I assumed anyway. I have a killer acorn squash soup recipe I have been staying away from...but...the chill in the air makes me want it want it want it

I'm taking a poll...everyone weigh in ON THE POLL NOT THE SCALE

You're probably right... I also have one.... I'm looking for good "free" soup recipes to warm up- yesterday was fall, and today winter!

[passionflower]

Hi,
I love visiting here. Thank you all for your posts and inspiration.
I am on week 2, day 8 today.

I have a question about the 'starch before 3 pm.' I do not start my day until 10 am or later. Can this time be adjusted? If so, how late?

Another question... I did not do a carb down day today; it ended up being a carb deplete day (didn't plan ahead well enough).
Should I just pretend I did and continue with Week 2 meal plan?

Does anyone have the recipe book from the web site? Will it help me understand.

I have the book but still do not have the plan down.

Thanks again.

I hope I did this right; I am not sure how to post
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[dede]

Mornin Crackers! Wow,our group is growing by leaps and bounds! Have to go back to work today so I know I'll miss lots of good stuff.

To the newbies: This WOE works. I know it's said all the time but I'm here to tell you that I weighed this morning (decided to weigh only once a week on Tues.), and so far,lost 8lbs week one and drumroll please.......3lbs week 2!! I would've been happy to have stayed the same or only gained 1lb during week2! Stick with it girls. It is soooooo worth it.


Tam. Are you in Jerusalem? That's where we're going in May. I work with a doctor sho is a Sephardic Jew. I've learned alot of interesting things from him and would never catagorized him as "an elitest". Nicest guy you'd ever want to meet. Why do people have to label other folks?!

Okay who said "add pumpkin to the 1 minute muffin"? I'll try it. I am the official pumpkin nut here!