Medi Chatter

QueenCityDiva · 10-24-2009, 09:22 AM

In an effort to keep the Monthly Threads clean, let's start our general Medi Chit-Chat here!

This thread is the place to discuss general items like what clinic you go to, food and brand searches, likes and dislikes, and anything else related to your Medi-journey.

Please still track your weekly progress in the appropriate monthly thread and feel free to ask any specific questions there as well. The monthly thread should stand as our #1 resource. If you just want to chat about your program or share something you found that works for you, please do it here!

Let's start chatting!!!

QueenCityDiva · 10-24-2009, 09:27 AM

I created this thread in hopes that this will help keep the monthly thread more clean. I think there are SO MANY new people and new posts that some important people and threads are getting buried and NO ONE should feel that their success isn't important!

So let's get this party started - you KNOW I can chat with the best of them!!!!

QueenCityDiva · 10-24-2009, 09:29 AM

I'm going to Costco today to find the Laughing Cow cheeses and have 2 questions:

1. What flavors are the best?
2. Is there anything else I should look for at Costco that's either great for the diet or a great deal? I love their boneless, skinless chicken breast and tenders packs so I know I'm getting those, but is there any other great deal to be had there?

QueenCityDiva · 10-24-2009, 10:33 AM

I was also wondering what do you typically order from Netrition.com? I ordered a bunch of stuff and will definitely provide reviews once it gets here!

I'm most excited about the PB2 and the BBQ sauce!

katew1129 · 10-24-2009, 11:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by QueenCityDiva

I'm going to Costco today to find the Laughing Cow cheeses and have 2 questions:

1. What flavors are the best?
2. Is there anything else I should look for at Costco that's either great for the diet or a great deal? I love their boneless, skinless chicken breast and tenders packs so I know I'm getting those, but is there any other great deal to be had there?

The lite swiss is definitely my fav and I buy it at Costco also. I also like the light french onoin.

I buy all my chicken there. There are also frozen chicken burgers there that I buy and keep on hand if I need a quick meal. There are 200 calories in each one. Oh and I sometimes but fruits and veggies there but that is when I split them with someone since the quantity is large and they would go bad if I didn't share! Have fun!

QueenCityDiva · 10-24-2009, 11:05 AM

ooh Chicken burgers - that sounds great! And for the cheese, I'm definitely going for the L french onion - I love french onion everything!

Thanks Kate!!!

tracy_d · 10-25-2009, 06:10 AM

I ran in my first 5k yesterday. My official time...32:35!

mommyoft3 · 10-25-2009, 07:31 AM

WTG tracy

katew1129 · 10-25-2009, 10:35 AM

Tracy that is awesome!! Congrats to you!!

TriMom · 10-25-2009, 11:24 AM

Oh my gosh Tracy! I am so proud of you!

I have a recipe for a brie snack in the threads above. I get the brie from Costco.

tracy_d · 10-25-2009, 01:30 PM

Thanks for all the kind words!!

DreamWarrior · 10-26-2009, 12:21 PM

THATS AWESOME!! So, that's less than 10 minutes miles right?!

Quote:

Originally Posted by tracy_d

I ran in my first 5k yesterday. My official time...32:35!

DreamWarrior · 10-26-2009, 12:22 PM

Thanks QCD for starting this thread... I agree that the other threads were difficult to find answers to common Q&A's.

Sarah H. · 10-26-2009, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by QueenCityDiva

I'm going to Costco today to find the Laughing Cow cheeses and have 2 questions:

1. What flavors are the best?
2. Is there anything else I should look for at Costco that's either great for the diet or a great deal? I love their boneless, skinless chicken breast and tenders packs so I know I'm getting those, but is there any other great deal to be had there?

I

the garlic and herb cheese. One of those and I feel like I've had something sinful. I like to dice one up into a scrambled egg or carton of Eggbeaters. Also, they have small cubes in a box, but they are very hard to find where I live. When I come across them, I get 4 or 5 boxes. I think 5 small cubes is about 75 calories, so they are good when you are needing just a little bit more protein.

Hope you find one you like!

MrsP · 10-26-2009, 03:15 PM

I second the l/f garlic and herb Laughing Cow Cheese. I buy them at my local supermarket in the 'wheel-like' container (it's a circle and has 8 individually wrapped wedges)... Each wedge is 35cal and I like to spread it on my turkey sausage patties in the morning or melt one into some fajita style grilled chicken w/ onions for lunch or dinner. Hope you find them and ENJOY!

smasonnc · 10-26-2009, 03:59 PM

I asked this on the October thread, but I'm not sure what's the best way to get an answer...What do you do with SF Davinci Syrup and what's the best flavor? I found almond, coconut, carmel, hazelnut & Irish creme. I bought chocolate, but I'm getting more if I can figure out what to do with them.

TIA,
Sharon

tracy_d · 10-26-2009, 04:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DreamWarrior

THATS AWESOME!! So, that's less than 10 minutes miles right?!

about 10 mins a mile. 5k is 3.1 miles :-) already signed up for another one at Disney in March. My two teenage boys said this next time they are going to beat me!! (Imagine their embarrassment when I beat them both by 5 minutes and 8 minutes!!)

tracy_d · 10-26-2009, 04:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smasonnc

I asked this on the October thread, but I'm not sure what's the best way to get an answer...What do you do with SF Davinci Syrup and what's the best flavor? I found almond, coconut, carmel, hazelnut & Irish creme. I bought chocolate, but I'm getting more if I can figure out what to do with them.

TIA,
Sharon

how about adding it to your protein shake?

QueenCityDiva · 10-26-2009, 09:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tracy_d

I ran in my first 5k yesterday. My official time...32:35!

Tracy, WWWWWWWWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW!

You are my ABSOLUTE HERO FOR THE DAY! Congratulations! I want to jump up and down, clapping and cheering for you! This will have to do:

:c lap:

:cla p:

That's EXACTLY where I want to be. In fact, running a 5K with a respectable time was my very first goal, even before I decided to lose this weight. So you are at the very top of my list right now! That's fabulous and I can't say it enough! I'm SO proud of you!!!!

QueenCityDiva · 10-26-2009, 10:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrsP

I second the l/f garlic and herb Laughing Cow Cheese. I buy them at my local supermarket in the 'wheel-like' container (it's a circle and has 8 individually wrapped wedges)... Each wedge is 35cal and I like to spread it on my turkey sausage patties in the morning or melt one into some fajita style grilled chicken w/ onions for lunch or dinner. Hope you find them and ENJOY!

That TOTALLY made me hungry! It sounds sooooo good! We didn't make it to Costco this weekend but I checked in another grocery store here and they don't have it. I keep saying I'm going to go to Trader Joe's, but I forget!

We have got so much going on this week with Halloween, my Brother-in-law's wedding, AND a funeral - all of which we have to travel for. So I'm just not with it! I keep saying if all else fails, I'll get it next week!!!

Thanks for the great suggestions!

QueenCityDiva · 10-26-2009, 10:45 PM

By the way - is anyone a little nervous about Halloween or is it just me? Halloween is one of my favorite holidays and it will be so hard to resist all of that candy! We thought about taking the kids to Busch Gardens instead of trick-or-treating (which they are getting too old for anyway), but I'm not sure if that will help.

I'm also REALLY missing our tradition of dipping apples every fall. We always make all different types along with carving pumpkins. Luckily this fall we've been so busy with my son's football schedule that we haven't had time, but I don't want to miss our tradition all together this year! I'm trying to come up with a way to do that with the kids AND stay on plan. Suggestions?

QueenCityDiva · 10-26-2009, 10:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by smasonnc

I asked this on the October thread, but I'm not sure what's the best way to get an answer...What do you do with SF Davinci Syrup and what's the best flavor? I found almond, coconut, carmel, hazelnut & Irish creme. I bought chocolate, but I'm getting more if I can figure out what to do with them.

TIA,
Sharon

I've wondered the same thing! I like Tracy's suggestion about adding it to your shake, but I'm drinking the EAS ready to go shakes... I look forward to hearing what else people use them for!

QueenCityDiva · 10-26-2009, 10:52 PM

For anyone interested, there is a new Challenge thread for MWLC members on the Challenge board. It's open to all Medi users and it's just an additional way for us to keep each other on-track. It's totally optional, but if you feel like you need some additional accountability, feel free to join us!

Check it out HERE.

I hope to see you there!

AZKim · 10-26-2009, 10:52 PM

Jennifer - awesome on the medi-chatter thread! Great idea :-)

tracy_d · 10-27-2009, 04:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by QueenCityDiva

Tracy, WWWWWWWWWWWWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW!

You are my ABSOLUTE HERO FOR THE DAY! Congratulations! I want to jump up and down, clapping and cheering for you! This will have to do:

:c lap:

:cla p:

That's EXACTLY where I want to be. In fact, running a 5K with a respectable time was my very first goal, even before I decided to lose this weight. So you are at the very top of my list right now! That's fabulous and I can't say it enough! I'm SO proud of you!!!!

WOW!!! Jennifer

THANK YOU SO MUCH!! Your kind words have made my day!! Wouldn't it be nice if we could run one together?! NC isn't that far away

I've signed up for anothre one in March out at Disney. My husband and 2 teenage sons are doing it too. My 14 yo son's motivation.... he wants to run through the park when it's closed

MrsP · 10-27-2009, 07:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by QueenCityDiva

That TOTALLY made me hungry! It sounds sooooo good! We didn't make it to Costco this weekend but I checked in another grocery store here and they don't have it. I keep saying I'm going to go to Trader Joe's, but I forget!

We have got so much going on this week with Halloween, my Brother-in-law's wedding, AND a funeral - all of which we have to travel for. So I'm just not with it! I keep saying if all else fails, I'll get it next week!!!

Thanks for the great suggestions!

You may already know this but if you go to laughingcow.com you can put in your zip code and get a list of stores in your area that carry the products.
You sure do have a full schedule this week! I'm sorry about you loss. I've discovered that getting through the stressful or abnormal days/weeks (special events, holiday's, etc. ) really renews your confidence. So just focus on staying committed and by the end of it all you'll feel like you climbed a mountain and can accomplish anything! GOOD LUCK and HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

QueenCityDiva · 10-27-2009, 09:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tracy_d

WOW!!! Jennifer

THANK YOU SO MUCH!! Your kind words have made my day!! Wouldn't it be nice if we could run one together?! NC isn't that far away

I've signed up for anothre one in March out at Disney. My husband and 2 teenage sons are doing it too. My 14 yo son's motivation.... he wants to run through the park when it's closed

Running together would be AWESOME and doing it at Disney would be even better! I am a Disney fanatic, so I just might make that a goal. A Disney trip in March sounds like a WONDERFUL reward for all of my hard work!

I'll definitely keep that in mind - it would be so cool to run with you (if I could keep up)!

QueenCityDiva · 10-27-2009, 09:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrsP

You may already know this but if you go to laughingcow.com you can put in your zip code and get a list of stores in your area that carry the products.
You sure do have a full schedule this week! I'm sorry about you loss. I've discovered that getting through the stressful or abnormal days/weeks (special events, holiday's, etc. ) really renews your confidence. So just focus on staying committed and by the end of it all you'll feel like you climbed a mountain and can accomplish anything! GOOD LUCK and HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Thank you so much!!! The support I'm getting here is such an incredible help!And I never thought to actually go to the website! Thanks for the link - I'm headed there right now!!!

DreamWarrior · 10-27-2009, 09:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by QueenCityDiva

By the way - is anyone a little nervous about Halloween or is it just me?

I'm also REALLY missing our tradition of dipping apples every fall. Suggestions?

I love Halloween too, but Im not nervous, Im prepared!! Water, water, water... and my man constantly reminding me what this plan is costing us! LOL!

He cracks me up.

As yourself this: is that twix, hershey bar, reeses cup, etc worth $300?? (we rounded up to make it more dramatic)... LOL!

I look at food now and see $$$ and that alone is a great motivator!

If money doesnt work for you, ask yourself if you'll do another hour of an aerobic excersice for that tiny piece of chocolate... for every bite size candy, there's an hour of cardio waiting for you!

TriMom · 10-27-2009, 09:22 AM

This Halloween is all about my child. He only gets as much candy as the distance he can walk. It won't be far. We will toss the candy with PB in it since he is allergic. We will be going to a party that night (which I am a pro at handling now it seems-YAY) and that means we won't be handing out candy.

I am not worried at all this year (thankfully), but I need to stay on gaurd and be prepared with my snacks, as always!

10-26-2009, 10:45 PM	#21
QueenCityDiva Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 216 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: QueenCityDiva Stats: 5'10" 266/246.4/165 WOE: Medi Start Date: 10/7/09	By the way - is anyone a little nervous about Halloween or is it just me? Halloween is one of my favorite holidays and it will be so hard to resist all of that candy! We thought about taking the kids to Busch Gardens instead of trick-or-treating (which they are getting too old for anyway), but I'm not sure if that will help. I'm also REALLY missing our tradition of dipping apples every fall. We always make all different types along with carving pumpkins. Luckily this fall we've been so busy with my son's football schedule that we haven't had time, but I don't want to miss our tradition all together this year! I'm trying to come up with a way to do that with the kids AND stay on plan. Suggestions? Last edited by QueenCityDiva; 10-26-2009 at 10:46 PM..

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10-24-2009, 09:22 AM	#1
QueenCityDiva Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 216 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: QueenCityDiva Stats: 5'10" 266/246.4/165 WOE: Medi Start Date: 10/7/09	Medi Chatter In an effort to keep the Monthly Threads clean, let's start our general Medi Chit-Chat here! This thread is the place to discuss general items like what clinic you go to, food and brand searches, likes and dislikes, and anything else related to your Medi-journey. Please still track your weekly progress in the appropriate monthly thread and feel free to ask any specific questions there as well. The monthly thread should stand as our #1 resource. If you just want to chat about your program or share something you found that works for you, please do it here! Let's start chatting!!! __________________ Jennifer Last edited by QueenCityDiva; 10-24-2009 at 09:24 AM..

10-24-2009, 09:27 AM	#2
QueenCityDiva Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 216 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: QueenCityDiva Stats: 5'10" 266/246.4/165 WOE: Medi Start Date: 10/7/09	I created this thread in hopes that this will help keep the monthly thread more clean. I think there are SO MANY new people and new posts that some important people and threads are getting buried and NO ONE should feel that their success isn't important! So let's get this party started - you KNOW I can chat with the best of them!!!!

10-24-2009, 09:29 AM	#3
QueenCityDiva Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 216 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: QueenCityDiva Stats: 5'10" 266/246.4/165 WOE: Medi Start Date: 10/7/09	I'm going to Costco today to find the Laughing Cow cheeses and have 2 questions: 1. What flavors are the best? 2. Is there anything else I should look for at Costco that's either great for the diet or a great deal? I love their boneless, skinless chicken breast and tenders packs so I know I'm getting those, but is there any other great deal to be had there?

10-24-2009, 10:33 AM	#4
QueenCityDiva Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 216 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: QueenCityDiva Stats: 5'10" 266/246.4/165 WOE: Medi Start Date: 10/7/09	I was also wondering what do you typically order from Netrition.com? I ordered a bunch of stuff and will definitely provide reviews once it gets here! I'm most excited about the PB2 and the BBQ sauce!

10-24-2009, 11:05 AM	#6
QueenCityDiva Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 216 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: QueenCityDiva Stats: 5'10" 266/246.4/165 WOE: Medi Start Date: 10/7/09	ooh Chicken burgers - that sounds great! And for the cheese, I'm definitely going for the L french onion - I love french onion everything! Thanks Kate!!!

10-25-2009, 06:10 AM	#7
tracy_d Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Sanford, FL Posts: 175 Gallery: tracy_d Stats: 5'7'' 191.5/150.5/150 now on maintenance WOE: Medi Weight Loss Clinic Start Date: June 8, 2009	I ran in my first 5k yesterday. My official time...32:35!

10-25-2009, 07:31 AM	#8
mommyoft3 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: North West Florida Posts: 27 Gallery: mommyoft3 Stats: 239/227.6/150 WOE: MWL Start Date: Oct 14 2009	WTG tracy

10-25-2009, 10:35 AM	#9
katew1129 Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 213 Gallery: katew1129 Stats: 248/174/140 WOE: Medi-weight loss Start Date: June 5, 2009	Tracy that is awesome!! Congrats to you!!

10-25-2009, 11:24 AM	#10
TriMom Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: The Carolinas Posts: 88 Gallery: TriMom Stats: 280.4/216.4/180 Start Date: July 21st, 2009	Oh my gosh Tracy! I am so proud of you! I have a recipe for a brie snack in the threads above. I get the brie from Costco.

10-25-2009, 01:30 PM	#11
tracy_d Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Sanford, FL Posts: 175 Gallery: tracy_d Stats: 5'7'' 191.5/150.5/150 now on maintenance WOE: Medi Weight Loss Clinic Start Date: June 8, 2009	Thanks for all the kind words!!

10-26-2009, 12:22 PM	#13
DreamWarrior Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Morris County, NJ Posts: 102 Blog Entries: 8 Gallery: DreamWarrior Stats: 184.6/166.2/135 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Clinic Start Date: 23 Oct 09	Thanks QCD for starting this thread... I agree that the other threads were difficult to find answers to common Q&A's.

10-26-2009, 03:15 PM	#15
MrsP Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Valrico, Florida Posts: 73 Gallery: MrsP Stats: 282/180/160 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Clinic Start Date: March 21, 2009	I second the l/f garlic and herb Laughing Cow Cheese. I buy them at my local supermarket in the 'wheel-like' container (it's a circle and has 8 individually wrapped wedges)... Each wedge is 35cal and I like to spread it on my turkey sausage patties in the morning or melt one into some fajita style grilled chicken w/ onions for lunch or dinner. Hope you find them and ENJOY!

10-26-2009, 03:59 PM	#16
smasonnc Junior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: NC Posts: 29 Gallery: smasonnc Stats: 163.6/148/135 WOE: Medi Weight Loss Start Date: Oct. 2009	I asked this on the October thread, but I'm not sure what's the best way to get an answer...What do you do with SF Davinci Syrup and what's the best flavor? I found almond, coconut, carmel, hazelnut & Irish creme. I bought chocolate, but I'm getting more if I can figure out what to do with them. TIA, Sharon

10-26-2009, 10:52 PM	#23
QueenCityDiva Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 216 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: QueenCityDiva Stats: 5'10" 266/246.4/165 WOE: Medi Start Date: 10/7/09	For anyone interested, there is a new Challenge thread for MWLC members on the Challenge board. It's open to all Medi users and it's just an additional way for us to keep each other on-track. It's totally optional, but if you feel like you need some additional accountability, feel free to join us! Check it out HERE. I hope to see you there!

10-26-2009, 10:52 PM	#24
AZKim Junior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 27 Gallery: AZKim Stats: 191/178/140 WOE: Medi-Weightloss Start Date: 10/17/2009	Jennifer - awesome on the medi-chatter thread! Great idea :-)

10-27-2009, 09:22 AM	#30
TriMom Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: The Carolinas Posts: 88 Gallery: TriMom Stats: 280.4/216.4/180 Start Date: July 21st, 2009	This Halloween is all about my child. He only gets as much candy as the distance he can walk. It won't be far. We will toss the candy with PB in it since he is allergic. We will be going to a party that night (which I am a pro at handling now it seems-YAY) and that means we won't be handing out candy. I am not worried at all this year (thankfully), but I need to stay on gaurd and be prepared with my snacks, as always!