Medi Weight-Loss Febuary will be fantastic for those on the plan

[kaitlynhcg]

Thanks everyone for your responses!! Yes, McBoo- I am on Day 3. My scale might be off since I usually have a different weigh when I get weighed at the doctor as well. I will keep following the plan and not worry too much! I just tried the little Medi vanilla shake sample they gave me and it was delicious!! The nutritionist told me it was only 50 calories for the entire sample in 6-8 oz of water. I put it in the blender and mmm

[NJRobyn]

Originally Posted by teacherdli

Anybody have an ideas on BBQ sauce??? I just tried to cook with the WF Honey BBQ and it didn't really taste anything like BBQ. Also it didn't really "stick" to the chicken. It was very watery after being baked. Would love some suggestions.

I used the WF Balsamic Vinaigrette last night and doctored it up a bit and it came our good. Not exactly bbq sauce but good anyway.

Sauteed onion and mushroom in Pam spray. Added 3 oz pork loin I had left over from the night before and heated it through. I added about 1tbsp (enough to cover the mixture in the pan) of the vinaigrette and stirred. Then I added about 1 tbsp Heinz Reduced Sugar Ketchup (5 cal per serving - 1 carb I think) garlic powder, onion powder, and grilling spice. Came out good and the sauce was thick like bbq. Didnt have the exact flavor but was satisfying.

Hope that helps.
Robyn

[Jonpryor99]

here's the best one I have found.

KC Masterpiece® Classic Blend Barbecue Sauce

I wouldn't use it in the first few weeks but once you are doing well on the plan using it occasionally should be fine.

[McBoo]

Originally Posted by Jonpryor99

here's the best one I have found.

KC Masterpiece® Classic Blend Barbecue Sauce

I wouldn't use it in the first few weeks but once you are doing well on the plan using it occasionally should be fine.

Jon,
That is exactly the one I use.

McBoo

[Fla Diva]

McBoo do you know anywhere in Ft Myers where I can find the EAS AdvantEDGE shakes I was going to try the GNC store and see if they had some good shakes, I would like to have protein shake for Bkf sometimes instead of cooking every morning it's not my usual routine especially when I am on the go.

[Jonpryor99]

Originally Posted by Fla Diva

McBoo do you know anywhere in Ft Myers where I can find the EAS AdvantEDGE shakes I was going to try the GNC store and see if they had some good shakes, I would like to have protein shake for Bkf sometimes instead of cooking every morning it's not my usual routine especially when I am on the go.

I usually get mine at Walmart and my wife picked up a 24 pack of the chocolate fudge ones at BJ's Warehouse. I also don't like to cook in the mornings so I usually prepare my breakfast the night before. 2 oz egg beaters with a teaspoon of medium salsa microwaved for 2 minutes 20 seconds and then I store in the fridge and just pop it in the microwave in the morning for about 45 seconds. Add a slice or two of turkey bacon or canadian bacon and presto, breakfast is served!

[Fla Diva]

Does anyone know of any good protein shakes or bars that I can use as a meal replacement.

[Fla Diva]

Jonpryor 99 thank you, are the shakes good.

[McBoo]

FlaDiva,

Jon has it covered. Walmart and BJ's are the most economical places to get them. Publix and Sweetbay also have them but they tend to be a little more expensive. Make sure you get the EAS AdvantEDGE Carb Control shakes and not the EAS Myoplex shakes. The carbs and calories in those are very high.

McBoo

[Jonpryor99]

Originally Posted by Fla Diva

Jonpryor 99 thank you, are the shakes good.

So far, I have had the Chocolate Fudge, the Strawberry Cream and just a few minutes ago I had my first French Vanilla. They are all very good tasting to me. I think the Chocolate Fudge is probably the best of the 3 but really it is hard to say for sure as they all are quite good. I do chill them in the fridge for several hours before drinking them and make sure to shake them really well.

I have drank many different powdered protein shakes in the past and most were just tolerable with very few being tasty. These premade ones are byfar the best and I do believe I would drink them even if I were trying to lose weight or on Medi.

[nc-hoosier]

Just returned from my first week weigh in. I lost 9.6 lbs (oh so close to 10 lbs!). 6.2 lbs of that was fat loss, which I think is good. The clinic gave me Second Week Sample Menu, a list of healthy snack which I should have 2-3 times this week, and a Week 2 Medi Memo which tips and suggestions for this week. So far so good!

[Jeffery's girl]

Hey, I ate 1/2 cup fat free cottage cheese with a little market pantry sugar free
on -the- go peach tea drink mix sprinkled on top. It was really good. I have never been a fan of plain cottage cheese I always cover mine in peaches so this mix made it more interesting.

[Jeffery's girl]

Originally Posted by nc-hoosier

Just returned from my first week weigh in. I lost 9.6 lbs (oh so close to 10 lbs!). 6.2 lbs of that was fat loss, which I think is good. The clinic gave me Second Week Sample Menu, a list of healthy snack which I should have 2-3 times this week, and a Week 2 Medi Memo which tips and suggestions for this week. So far so good!

Congratulations on your weight loss and being through the first week. Good luck on your second week!

[Jonpryor99]

Originally Posted by nc-hoosier

Just returned from my first week weigh in. I lost 9.6 lbs (oh so close to 10 lbs!). 6.2 lbs of that was fat loss, which I think is good. The clinic gave me Second Week Sample Menu, a list of healthy snack which I should have 2-3 times this week, and a Week 2 Medi Memo which tips and suggestions for this week. So far so good!

Congratz on the loss! 6.2 lbs of fat is awesome!

[McBoo]

Originally Posted by nc-hoosier

Just returned from my first week weigh in. I lost 9.6 lbs (oh so close to 10 lbs!). 6.2 lbs of that was fat loss, which I think is good. The clinic gave me Second Week Sample Menu, a list of healthy snack which I should have 2-3 times this week, and a Week 2 Medi Memo which tips and suggestions for this week. So far so good!

Great job Lori.

That is fantastic.

McBoo

[pjg24fan]

NC Hoosier
Wonderful! I hope my first which is Friday is as good!

[pjg24fan]

Originally Posted by McBoo

Kaitylnhcg,

After rereading some of your post I now realize you are in your first week and on day 3. Try to eat as close to the 500 calories of protein as possible. You are doing everything according to plan and you will see results at your next weigh in.

Also like Jon said the calibration of the different scales can be an issue. I know my home scale reads 1.4 pounds higher than the one at the clinic.
Weigh yourself before you go to the clinc in the same clothes you will be wearing when you go for your weigh in and compare the 2.

When I was in the acute phase I didn't weigh myself at home only at the clinic.(One rule I actually listened to) Excessive weighing can lead to frustration that you don't need.

If you can try and stay off the scale until your next weigh in. If you are following the plan you will have the results you are looking for.

I know it is hard for some people to stay off the scale. I used to be one of them. I knew I was following the plan to the letter and it was one less thing to break my spirit and determination to succeed.

McBoo

Good Advice-- I found myself wanting get on the scale but I know all scales are different and did not weigh myself when I first got home from clinic
Following the plan to the letter! A bit hard but doing it- Thanks to all of you-- I am glad I found you all!Never did the support thing to hard headed -Not anymore!

[jbiggars63]

Originally Posted by nc-hoosier

Just returned from my first week weigh in. I lost 9.6 lbs (oh so close to 10 lbs!). 6.2 lbs of that was fat loss, which I think is good. The clinic gave me Second Week Sample Menu, a list of healthy snack which I should have 2-3 times this week, and a Week 2 Medi Memo which tips and suggestions for this week. So far so good!

WTG!!!! Awesome! See ya lighter next week!

[NIKKI21]

Originally Posted by SDC2

Nikki,

Did you get the B1/B6 shot? It is supposed to help get you into ketosis faster and keep you in ketosis according to the medi claim I posted earlier(#306). I get them every week and stay in ketosis pretty consistently. Congratulations on being so close to your goal. You will be joining McBoo soon. You come this far, you need to finish the journey. I am excited for you.

Susie

I didn't see your post until I got home - makes alot of sense. Wrote myself a sticky note and put it in my journal!

[NIKKI21]

Originally Posted by Jonpryor99

here's the best one I have found.

KC Masterpiece® Classic Blend Barbecue Sauce

I wouldn't use it in the first few weeks but once you are doing well on the plan using it occasionally should be fine.

Shameless product plug; just used the WF Hickory Smoked BBQ sauce on leftover pork tenderloin from the receipe thread. The sauce is really really good. Was good cooked and cold.

[NIKKI21]

Originally Posted by Jeffery's girl

Hey, I ate 1/2 cup fat free cottage cheese with a little market pantry sugar free
on -the- go peach tea drink mix sprinkled on top. It was really good. I have never been a fan of plain cottage cheese I always cover mine in peaches so this mix made it more interesting.

hmmmm - that really sounds good and I LIKE plain cottage cheese. Might have to give that a try though - thanks!

[NIKKI21]

Originally Posted by Jonpryor99

So far, I have had the Chocolate Fudge, the Strawberry Cream and just a few minutes ago I had my first French Vanilla. They are all very good tasting to me. I think the Chocolate Fudge is probably the best of the 3 but really it is hard to say for sure as they all are quite good. I do chill them in the fridge for several hours before drinking them and make sure to shake them really well.

I have drank many different powdered protein shakes in the past and most were just tolerable with very few being tasty. These premade ones are byfar the best and I do believe I would drink them even if I were trying to lose weight or on Medi.

I found these protein shakes at Publix, store was out of stock on the EAS, read the label on these and was pleased. They come in a 4 pk of alum. cans, only two falvors right now one more coming this year. 110 cals 2 net carbs.
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[AUTiger]

Originally Posted by nc-hoosier

Just returned from my first week weigh in. I lost 9.6 lbs (oh so close to 10 lbs!). 6.2 lbs of that was fat loss, which I think is good. The clinic gave me Second Week Sample Menu, a list of healthy snack which I should have 2-3 times this week, and a Week 2 Medi Memo which tips and suggestions for this week. So far so good!

Good for you Keep up the good work.

Heather

[teacherdli]

Originally Posted by McBoo

kaitlynhcg,

What week are you on in the plan? Under 500 calories you are not eating enough and your body is probably in starvation mode. Have you told your clinic about what and how much you are eating? Are you doing an exercise?

McBoo

I have been under 500 every day (usually around 470 level). No one at my clinic has said anything to me. This week I feel like I may have lost a pound at most. I have been reading that a lot of people on here are losing up to 5 pounds a week. Since my first week I have lost 3.5 pounds a week. I am going in tomorrow...should I ask about consuming more protein calories do you think? I find if I go over 470 then I would be over 500.

[teacherdli]

Originally Posted by NJRobyn

I used the WF Balsamic Vinaigrette last night and doctored it up a bit and it came our good. Not exactly bbq sauce but good anyway.

Sauteed onion and mushroom in Pam spray. Added 3 oz pork loin I had left over from the night before and heated it through. I added about 1tbsp (enough to cover the mixture in the pan) of the vinaigrette and stirred. Then I added about 1 tbsp Heinz Reduced Sugar Ketchup (5 cal per serving - 1 carb I think) garlic powder, onion powder, and grilling spice. Came out good and the sauce was thick like bbq. Didnt have the exact flavor but was satisfying.

Hope that helps.
Robyn

Sounds yummy! Thanks for the idea. I'll have to try that out.

[teacherdli]

Originally Posted by Fla Diva

McBoo do you know anywhere in Ft Myers where I can find the EAS AdvantEDGE shakes I was going to try the GNC store and see if they had some good shakes, I would like to have protein shake for Bkf sometimes instead of cooking every morning it's not my usual routine especially when I am on the go.

I find them at super target (vanilla or chocolate fudge) 4 for $4.99.

[teacherdli]

Originally Posted by pjg24fan

NC Hoosier
Wonderful! I hope my first which is Friday is as good!

I love your signature line. Good luck Friday!

[teacherdli]

Originally Posted by nc-hoosier

Just returned from my first week weigh in. I lost 9.6 lbs (oh so close to 10 lbs!). 6.2 lbs of that was fat loss, which I think is good. The clinic gave me Second Week Sample Menu, a list of healthy snack which I should have 2-3 times this week, and a Week 2 Medi Memo which tips and suggestions for this week. So far so good!

Way to go! Good luck and enjoy week 2's veggies!

[Fuelin'MyDreams]

Just wanted to say "Hi"... Another newbie here! I have about 40lbs to lose. Just finishing up Day 1... I was really hungry this morning, but actually had a hard time eating enough calories. Now that it is midnight, I am getting hungry again. I suppose that means it is time to go to bed.

The chicken broth really helped me today & I'm definitely going to get some AdvantEdge shakes... need something sweet!

[McBoo]

Originally Posted by teacherdli

I have been under 500 every day (usually around 470 level). No one at my clinic has said anything to me. This week I feel like I may have lost a pound at most. I have been reading that a lot of people on here are losing up to 5 pounds a week. Since my first week I have lost 3.5 pounds a week. I am going in tomorrow...should I ask about consuming more protein calories do you think? I find if I go over 470 then I would be over 500.

teacherdli,

The 500 calories is the amount of lean protein and doesn't include the calories for the veggies/fruit. If you are eating 470 cals plus the veggies/fruit you should be fine. If it is 470 including the veggies/fruit you might want to run that by the clinic.

Also are you doing any exercise?
Good luck with your weigh-in.
Let us know how it goes.

McBoo