PHASE 1 FOOD LIST AND SAMPLE MENU

[lovenuts]

I would appreciate to know if it is aloud in phase 1, I use it with my egg beatters on the morning for an omelet...40 cal.. 7 g carbs..3 fibers...thank you for your advices

[Radmom413]

Originally Posted by lovenuts

I would appreciate to know if it is aloud in phase 1, I use it with my egg beatters on the morning for an omelet...40 cal.. 7 g carbs..3 fibers...thank you for your advices

Nope.
Broccoli yes, cheese sauce, no.
Too much crap in that sauce, if you don't mind me being frank......
You could make your own sauce with rf cheese and some lf milk.

[MagicalHome]

Wow. I learned a lot from this post! Thanks a lot!

[kk150]

Hi, I see that I am allowed Nonfat plain yogurt. I bought the Dannon nonfat plain but noticed it has 15 grams of sugar. I also saw Fiber One has a nonfat flavored yogurt with 4 grams of sugar. I'm assuming the Fiber One wouldn't be better - is any nonfat yogurt OK as long as the sugar is low?? How many grams is too many?? Thanks!

[rose1]

Originally Posted by kk150

Hi, I see that I am allowed Nonfat plain yogurt. I bought the Dannon nonfat plain but noticed it has 15 grams of sugar. I also saw Fiber One has a nonfat flavored yogurt with 4 grams of sugar. I'm assuming the Fiber One wouldn't be better - is any nonfat yogurt OK as long as the sugar is low?? How many grams is too many?? Thanks!

The "sugar" is naturally occurring lactose or milk sugar. It's not added sugar. Any plain, unsweetened, unflavored yogurt is fine.

[rose1]

Originally Posted by rose1

The "sugar" is naturally occurring lactose or milk sugar. It's not added sugar. Any plain, unsweetened, unflavored yogurt is fine.

Also, when you compare ounce for ounce, the count is virtually the same and you don't have cornstarch, etc in the plain.

[Kismet311]

Ok, i'm on board with the food lists but I don't see vinegar on the lists. Apparently you can use it when making salad dressing but which kind can you use?? Am I missing something?

[Radmom413]

Nope; vinegars are good - I use wine vinegar and balsamic regularly.

[Kismet311]

Thank you! I just went to the grocery store to stock up so I can begin the diet tomorrow. I want to start out on the right foot.

[Aijarama]

Hi all! Reading up on the SBD - I think I may be inadvertently following this plan! I'm trying to stay away from sugar and "bad" carbs/refined grains at the moment, so I'm just gonna pop on in!

[rose1]

Originally Posted by Aijarama

Hi all! Reading up on the SBD - I think I may be inadvertently following this plan! I'm trying to stay away from sugar and "bad" carbs/refined grains at the moment, so I'm just gonna pop on in!

Dig up a copy of the book and join us.

[Kismet311]

Today is my third day!! So far so good

[europe]

Originally Posted by mjmm37

has anybody food the small paper back,good fats,good carbs for the
South Beach diet? would like to know where to buy it.
thanks

You can buy it at Barnes and Nobles Bookstores. That is where I buyed mine or check Amazon.com

Good Luck!

[europe]

Thank you, to all for the good Informations.

[jasperjax]

can we eat peanut butter or rice on this diet??

[Radmom413]

Originally Posted by jasperjax

can we eat peanut butter or rice on this diet??

Have you read any of the information? The Book? I would suggest you do and become well informed.

Regarding the above - Nat PB is allowed but only 2T a day and it counts for your nut serving......you can have it in Phase 1.

Rice however, not in P1 - you may allow it in P2 but only brown rice and it is portion controlled.

[jasperjax]

So why not oatmeal in Phase 1? I thought oatmeal is good for you?

[Radmom413]

Originally Posted by jasperjax

So why not oatmeal in Phase 1? I thought oatmeal is good for you?

Have you read the book?
Without posting a novel, I would suggest you do.

You can add it in, in Phase 2

[jasperjax]

Sorry everyone, i dont get too much access to a computer and since i work in Law Enforcement, my time is usually taken up by my job. I just have a quick question. From reading the original post....i tried to make up my own menu for Phase one. Can someone let me know if i'm doing something wrong.

Breakfast: 2 Eggs
Snack: combination of almonds and cashews and a V8
Lunch: Lean Ground Beef
Snack: combination of almonds and cashews
Dinner: Salad with Grilled chicken strips

I will usually drink water or use a "powdered drink".

Would i expect to lose some weight with this combination??

[rose1]

Originally Posted by jasperjax

Sorry everyone, i dont get too much access to a computer and since i work in Law Enforcement, my time is usually taken up by my job. I just have a quick question. From reading the original post....i tried to make up my own menu for Phase one. Can someone let me know if i'm doing something wrong.

Breakfast: 2 Eggs
Snack: combination of almonds and cashews and a V8
Lunch: Lean Ground Beef
Snack: combination of almonds and cashews
Dinner: Salad with Grilled chicken strips

I will usually drink water or use a "powdered drink".

Would i expect to lose some weight with this combination??

Please get the book; it will be so helpful to you. This is not a good South Beach menu. Look at the menu outlines in the this sticky. You need vegetables at all meals. Nuts are limited to one ounce a day and you should be having veggies at snack time, too. I understand not having much computer time. Maybe you could check in once a day on the checkin thread. You could refer to your book for guidance and ask questions for clarification. Main point: Protein and vegetables at every meal.

[jasperjax]

I do need to get to the book, but i usually work near our southern border in remote areas so i dont get to go to big cities to buy some decent groceries. Im just trying to put together a decent menu for my SBD. Any thoughts on this menu???

BREAKFAST
Protein: Eggs or Egg whites and 2 slices of Turkey Bacon (Quantity not limited)
Vegetables: Green Bell Peppers and Onions (Minimum 1/2 cup)
Beverage: Water or 1% Milk (2-3 cups)

SNACK
15 Almonds or 15 Cashews (Dry Roasted) and Vegetable juice cocktail

LUNCH
Protein: Salad (no carrots) with Chicken Breast on top
Beverage: Water with sugar-free powdered mix

SNACK
Cucumbers (minimum 1/2 cup)

DINNER
Protein: Ground Beef Extra Lean (96/4), Turkey or Chicken Breast (Quantity not limited)
Vegetables: Lettuce and Tomato (Minimum 2 cups). Serving of pinto beans (1/3-1/2 cup)
Cheese: Fat-free Cheddar (2 ounces)
Beverage: Water

DESSERT (Optional)
Gelatin (sugar-free) or Gum (sugar-free)



This is what i have come up with. I know weight loss varies, but i would love to lose 10-15 pounds as soon as i can.

[rose1]

Originally Posted by jasperjax

I do need to get to the book, but i usually work near our southern border in remote areas so i dont get to go to big cities to buy some decent groceries. Im just trying to put together a decent menu for my SBD. Any thoughts on this menu???

BREAKFAST
Protein: Eggs or Egg whites and 2 slices of Turkey Bacon (Quantity not limited)
Vegetables: Green Bell Peppers and Onions (Minimum 1/2 cup)
Beverage: Water or 1% Milk (2-3 cups)

SNACK
15 Almonds or 15 Cashews (Dry Roasted) and Vegetable juice cocktail

LUNCH
Protein: Salad (no carrots) with Chicken Breast on top
Beverage: Water with sugar-free powdered mix

SNACK
Cucumbers (minimum 1/2 cup)

DINNER
Protein: Ground Beef Extra Lean (96/4), Turkey or Chicken Breast (Quantity not limited)
Vegetables: Lettuce and Tomato (Minimum 2 cups). Serving of pinto beans (1/3-1/2 cup)
Cheese: Fat-free Cheddar (2 ounces)
Beverage: Water

DESSERT (Optional)
Gelatin (sugar-free) or Gum (sugar-free)



This is what i have come up with. I know weight loss varies, but i would love to lose 10-15 pounds as soon as i can.

Much better! Throw some protein in the afternoon snack, maybe a string cheese. And don't be afraid of whole eggs, they're good food.

[Hawaiigirl]

What are the best tasting low carb or carb free no sugar bars?????

[Radmom413]

With SB we really don't eat bars......

If you are talking like popsicles? The No Sugar Added Fudge or Popsicle Bars are good.

[luvmeeluvmenot]

Very helpful information. Thank you so much. I am switching from the Atkins to South Beach Diet. I'm going to grocery shop today!

[mngirl]

me too. I've decided to switch from Atkins to South Beach. I started reading the book yesterday, I plan to have my kitchen stocked to start on Monday. I feel like this is a much healthier WOE.

[Radmom413]

MNGirl; you won't be sorry.......welcome and pop into the monthly thread! Things are quiet now but am sure they will pick up once September rolls around!

[Ikki]

Hi everyone,
I just started Phase 1 on Aug 15, 2010. So far, so good.
Funny story... read on...
all tho, I did drink abt 4 sips of orange juice yesterday when i visited a relative, but my bf stopped me... lol.... I pulled my glass away thinking, "drink your own OJ, this is mine.". I had completely forgotten abt the diet and for a second, i wondered wat he was talking abt when hubby said, "aren't you supposed to avoid fruits/juices?" .... after abt 10 secs, i was like ohhh oooooohhhhhhhhhh... and then felt guilty, annoyed, blahhhhhhh... rest of the night, everyone ate except for me 'n' my hubby...
The End

[rose1]

Originally Posted by Ikki

Hi everyone,
I just started Phase 1 on Aug 15, 2010. So far, so good.
Funny story... read on...
all tho, I did drink abt 4 sips of orange juice yesterday when i visited a relative, but my bf stopped me... lol.... I pulled my glass away thinking, "drink your own OJ, this is mine.". I had completely forgotten abt the diet and for a second, i wondered wat he was talking abt when hubby said, "aren't you supposed to avoid fruits/juices?" .... after abt 10 secs, i was like ohhh oooooohhhhhhhhhh... and then felt guilty, annoyed, blahhhhhhh... rest of the night, everyone ate except for me 'n' my hubby...
The End

It can take a few days to lose old habits. Just continue on!

[Ikki]

Morning everyone,
Yesterday, i was out grocery shopping and it was a torture. all those carbs ... arghhh... phase 2 !!! .... craving (some) carrot cakes.
"out of sight, out of mind".. kinda person...

My fav. meal yesterday ...

Romaine leaves smeared with natural peanut butter wrapped around strips of turkey breast...yummm... (i didnt have much else in my fridge..)
:]

Rose1; thanx, i will ... i'm so glad i joined this forum....