princesslou
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congrats kim_j01 - that is awesome! you should be so proud of yourself - look out world!!!
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i CaN i WiLL
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Wooooo Hooooo!!!!!!!!!
kim_j01 said:First weigh -in done and 10kg lost !!!
Finally double digits !
Hi-5 to kim_j01 !!!!!!!
So proud of you!!!!! Keep up your determination to succeed, it's working!!
So proud of you!!!!! Keep up your determination to succeed, it's working!!
i CaN i WiLL
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Thanks!!
ridiculous thank you for your congrat's it means so much XXX With your eagerness to succeed, you WILL in no time!!!! We are here for you every step of the way!!!!!! XXXX
ridiculous thank you for your congrat's it means so much XXX With your eagerness to succeed, you WILL in no time!!!! We are here for you every step of the way!!!!!! XXXX You are all doing so well!!
Congratulations to each of you!! So pleased for you.
kim_j01: That is an amazing result. Fantastic. No going back now - you are on a roll, just stick with it.
i CaN i WiLL: You will be there in no time, it seems we are all having a good week.
the old me: You seem so determined and making such excellent choices, just keep going and enjoy the benefits.
runwithali: What a great start! Seems you have lots to celebrate in the first week. Isn't this a great program when that happens? Welcome and look forward to seeing how things continue for you.
ridiculous: It's your day 2 and I hope it is a good one - not too hungry.
princesslou: You will be on the home stretch before you know it.
Mel: I still can't get over how well you are going not only on the scales, but in your decision making. Do hope all is well with your friend and work when you go back tomorrow. All the best, and glad you had a chance for a good chat.
Well, it makes it a real feel good experience when you log in and see that so many are doing so well!! I know we each have our hard times, but wow, it is good to be a part of a program where everyone has the potential to succeed, all you have to do is hang on tight for the ride. (And to know that if you do fall off there is a place where you can be helped up.)
Everyone have a good night.
lizzi
Congratulations to each of you!! So pleased for you.
kim_j01: That is an amazing result. Fantastic. No going back now - you are on a roll, just stick with it.
i CaN i WiLL: You will be there in no time, it seems we are all having a good week.
the old me: You seem so determined and making such excellent choices, just keep going and enjoy the benefits.
runwithali: What a great start! Seems you have lots to celebrate in the first week. Isn't this a great program when that happens? Welcome and look forward to seeing how things continue for you.
ridiculous: It's your day 2 and I hope it is a good one - not too hungry.
princesslou: You will be on the home stretch before you know it.
Mel: I still can't get over how well you are going not only on the scales, but in your decision making. Do hope all is well with your friend and work when you go back tomorrow. All the best, and glad you had a chance for a good chat.
Well, it makes it a real feel good experience when you log in and see that so many are doing so well!! I know we each have our hard times, but wow, it is good to be a part of a program where everyone has the potential to succeed, all you have to do is hang on tight for the ride. (And to know that if you do fall off there is a place where you can be helped up.)
Everyone have a good night.
lizzi
runwithali
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Thanks lizzi
Nice to get an answer so fast.
i didnt really Intr myself. i'm married with 3 kids. have yoyo dieted since 2nd child. We have been living overseas for many years. Coming home(Perth) has been great for one and all but I ve found no time to exercise and even more eating time.
I'm finding that having to be so organised for myself is good for me and family.
cheers runwithali
Nice to get an answer so fast.
i didnt really Intr myself. i'm married with 3 kids. have yoyo dieted since 2nd child. We have been living overseas for many years. Coming home(Perth) has been great for one and all but I ve found no time to exercise and even more eating time.
I'm finding that having to be so organised for myself is good for me and family.
cheers runwithali
ridiculous
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Okay... Day two pretty much down.
So far this is seeming a little too easy. I'm just about to finish my 3rd litre of water (I'm going to up my intake to 4lts tomorrow), so far I haven't had a headache and I haven't really been that hungry.
I even went for a bit of a walk today because it was such a beautiful day, and that hasn't made me hungry. I hope I don't get a headache tomorrow at work...
I am loving the being organised bit too runwithalli! I've weighed my breakfast and lunch out (and cooked some chicken to put on it!) for tomorrow - all good!
Keep it up guys! You are my inspiration!
I can't wait for my first loss (is tomorrow morning too early to jump on the scales...??!!! Yep, I think so!).
bella
So far this is seeming a little too easy. I'm just about to finish my 3rd litre of water (I'm going to up my intake to 4lts tomorrow), so far I haven't had a headache and I haven't really been that hungry.
I even went for a bit of a walk today because it was such a beautiful day, and that hasn't made me hungry. I hope I don't get a headache tomorrow at work...
I am loving the being organised bit too runwithalli! I've weighed my breakfast and lunch out (and cooked some chicken to put on it!) for tomorrow - all good!
Keep it up guys! You are my inspiration!
I can't wait for my first loss (is tomorrow morning too early to jump on the scales...??!!! Yep, I think so!).
bella
Hello and welcome
Just a little hello to all you shrinking ladies and welcome to so many new people. Good luck with your weightloss. I am slowly getting back on track and scales are moving in the right direction again. Thank heavens!! Just have to keep at it. The tortoise beat the hare to the post and I will as surely get there as well. Maybe I should change my name to tortoise..........
Kimjo1: CONGRATULATIONSON YOUR FANTASTIC WEIGHTLOSS IN THE FIRST MONTH. KEEP IT UP.
Mel: You are back on track and reaching the 80s. In six months you will be a slim and beautiful bride. Can't wait and getting excited for you.
runwithali: you are also doing really great and this is just the beginning........
Rompa: there are a few of us from Canberra in here. Keep in touch and together we will get to our goals.
To everyone I hope you have had a good weekend.....we here in Canberra have a holiday tomorrow... Have a good week everyone.....
Just a little hello to all you shrinking ladies and welcome to so many new people. Good luck with your weightloss. I am slowly getting back on track and scales are moving in the right direction again. Thank heavens!! Just have to keep at it. The tortoise beat the hare to the post and I will as surely get there as well. Maybe I should change my name to tortoise..........
Kimjo1: CONGRATULATIONSON YOUR FANTASTIC WEIGHTLOSS IN THE FIRST MONTH. KEEP IT UP.
Mel: You are back on track and reaching the 80s. In six months you will be a slim and beautiful bride. Can't wait and getting excited for you.
runwithali: you are also doing really great and this is just the beginning........
Rompa: there are a few of us from Canberra in here. Keep in touch and together we will get to our goals.
To everyone I hope you have had a good weekend.....we here in Canberra have a holiday tomorrow...
Have a good week everyone.....Well Done To All You Lovely Shrinking Ladies.
You Are Such An Inspuration Mel Keep Up The Fantastic Work.
Those Biscutes Sound Soooooo Goooooooooddddddd.
But We Will Be Strong Together.
To Everyone Else Keep Up The Great Work, I Would Love To See Some Progress Shots From You All.
I Am Finding I Have No Clothes That Fit Me Now.............and I Feel Like A Big Slob Again...... It Will Pass I Will Win Lotto One Day And Will Be Able To Buy Some New Clothes......... I Have A Heap Of Winter 26's If Any One Would Like Them........
Down To 93.3 This Morning.....only .3 Away From Lossing The Big 50kg's And Only 27 Away From Goal.......
Enough About Me....... Good On You Ladies For Choosing This Program..........it Works If You Want It To Work.....
You Are Such An Inspuration Mel Keep Up The Fantastic Work.
Those Biscutes Sound Soooooo Goooooooooddddddd.
But We Will Be Strong Together.
To Everyone Else Keep Up The Great Work, I Would Love To See Some Progress Shots From You All.
I Am Finding I Have No Clothes That Fit Me Now.............and I Feel Like A Big Slob Again...... It Will Pass I Will Win Lotto One Day And Will Be Able To Buy Some New Clothes......... I Have A Heap Of Winter 26's If Any One Would Like Them........
Down To 93.3 This Morning.....only .3 Away From Lossing The Big 50kg's And Only 27 Away From Goal.......
Enough About Me....... Good On You Ladies For Choosing This Program..........it Works If You Want It To Work.....
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Hi all. Welcome to all newies. Not doing individual messages this time around too many, too tired. Well done to everyone. The hard work is paying off you are keeping me inspired. Was invited to a friends house for tea tonight. They had a huge lasagne, honey soy chicken, salad with avacado in it, wine etc etc, and I ate my chicken breast and salad, drank water, came home and had my fruit. My face has broken out into a bunch of zits which I never usually get, so I must be eliminating bunches of toxins. Whenever I am tempted (eg. lasagne) I think of all of you and the effort you are putting in and it helps me out. Hope every one had a fabulous weekend.
Where are you HollyGolightly? You were doing so well, I do hope everything is going well for you. If not, can you let us know? You were so positive and excited about it.
Tash*: I was just looking back and realized that you were .2 away from your 3rd goal!! That is so good. You must be very excited. You are almost there!! Keep going I can smell victory for you.
And Diamonds, what is happening for you? Are you still with it? I hope so.
lizzi
Tash*: I was just looking back and realized that you were .2 away from your 3rd goal!! That is so good. You must be very excited. You are almost there!! Keep going I can smell victory for you.
And Diamonds, what is happening for you? Are you still with it? I hope so.
lizzi
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Mornin' gals!
Today is Day 7 for me and I have lost 5.5 kilos - very, very happy, also lost heaps of measurement of my stomach, thighs and bust (damn!) My clothes are already looser than before and my face is nowhere as puffy!
I went to a birthday party on Saturday and the food there looked incredible! so many tasty treats. But I did not even consider touching any of it! I just sat there eating my crackers and apple watching everyone else put all that processed (but admittedly yummy) crap into their mouths. YAY ME!
Am also having family over for dinner on Saturday night (I really miss cooking) I would rather people come to my house for dinner at this stage instead of going out to eat. It might be a little harsh on myself but I know I wont be tempted.
Monday today, ewww. Bring on Friday and another few kilos off my bod!
have a great day everyone!
xx
Today is Day 7 for me and I have lost 5.5 kilos - very, very happy, also lost heaps of measurement of my stomach, thighs and bust (damn!) My clothes are already looser than before and my face is nowhere as puffy!
I went to a birthday party on Saturday and the food there looked incredible! so many tasty treats. But I did not even consider touching any of it! I just sat there eating my crackers and apple watching everyone else put all that processed (but admittedly yummy) crap into their mouths. YAY ME!
Am also having family over for dinner on Saturday night (I really miss cooking) I would rather people come to my house for dinner at this stage instead of going out to eat. It might be a little harsh on myself but I know I wont be tempted.
Monday today, ewww. Bring on Friday and another few kilos off my bod!
have a great day everyone!
xx
moneypenny
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Good morning all - hope everyone had a wonderful weekend and ready for another week of super losses!
I have my 1-month blood test on Thursday so I am getting a bit nervous - the thought of the needle is creeping me out! I just couldn't believe how much blood they took last time... Trying not to think about it! Hoping to be down to 74kg by Friday of this week. That would make 11.5kg loss in a month and will put me over the half way mark. I have been lucky enough to have had 9.5kg so far and have been stuck here for 4-days now so hoping for another 1kg loss tonight - fingers crossed!
I got some Ketostix from the chemist yesterday. I was surprised how cheap they were: $8 for a pack of 50! This morning's results: very high Ketones and zero glucose! Yay - I'm burning fat!
I am amazed to see so many new people on the forum. This program is really taking off!
I called my consultant and asked about the wrinkly finger thing - she said she has no idea what it is from but doubts it has anything to do with the program. I disagree since I have never had anything like this before and some of you girls have said you experience the same thing... Hmmmm - I don't like not knowing what is going on inside my body...
I have my 1-month blood test on Thursday so I am getting a bit nervous - the thought of the needle is creeping me out! I just couldn't believe how much blood they took last time... Trying not to think about it! Hoping to be down to 74kg by Friday of this week. That would make 11.5kg loss in a month and will put me over the half way mark. I have been lucky enough to have had 9.5kg so far and have been stuck here for 4-days now so hoping for another 1kg loss tonight - fingers crossed!
I got some Ketostix from the chemist yesterday. I was surprised how cheap they were: $8 for a pack of 50! This morning's results: very high Ketones and zero glucose! Yay - I'm burning fat!
I am amazed to see so many new people on the forum. This program is really taking off!
I called my consultant and asked about the wrinkly finger thing - she said she has no idea what it is from but doubts it has anything to do with the program. I disagree since I have never had anything like this before and some of you girls have said you experience the same thing... Hmmmm - I don't like not knowing what is going on inside my body...
i CaN i WiLL
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Typers CRAMP!
Hey moneypenny! I just have a question.....I feel a little silly but.....what are Ketostix??
As for the wrinkly fingertips, yep, I have had them too!! - Never before except when my hands have been in water too long (like everyone else) so I find it a bit strange that they (Consultant's) are unaware of this!!??
Rompa - it's so exciting to finally get your plan & working with it!!! I'm sure you'll be posting positives before you know it!! The very best of luck to you!!!!
Minxy - 5.5 kilos!!!!! Hi-5 to you!! Well done!! Yes I agree that the first place you take a second look at in the mirror is your face!! Puffiness gone!! Top stuff!
moni - You are just awesome!! .3 Away From Lossing 50kg's!! Fantastic, you are proof this program not only works but works fast! You look beautiful!
niracca - WELCOME!! All the way from the Nederlands!! Wonderful to have you here with us!! The girls here are so supportive, you are in lovely company! All the best to you!
L-Jay - Hey you! Well done, so very proud of you!! It's easy not to be tempted when your seeing results!!! Go Girl!!
Rajah - So happy to hear things are back on track!!! It's all positives from here on in for you!!!! XXX
runwithali & ridiculous - Hey!! So nice to hear that another postive has come about with this program....ORGANISATION!!!!! Fantastic!! It's certainly the way to be, then meals are never a problem or a doubt! XX
princesslou - Hope things are going really well for you!!! Keep up the great work!!
Diamonds & divinemissnat - Thinking of you guys, hope all is going so well for you in the "outside" world!
COME ON FRIDAY!!!!
moneypenny said:
Hey moneypenny! I just have a question.....I feel a little silly but.....what are Ketostix??
As for the wrinkly fingertips, yep, I have had them too!! - Never before except when my hands have been in water too long (like everyone else) so I find it a bit strange that they (Consultant's) are unaware of this!!??
Rompa - it's so exciting to finally get your plan & working with it!!! I'm sure you'll be posting positives before you know it!! The very best of luck to you!!!!
Minxy - 5.5 kilos!!!!! Hi-5 to you!! Well done!! Yes I agree that the first place you take a second look at in the mirror is your face!! Puffiness gone!! Top stuff!
moni - You are just awesome!! .3 Away From Lossing 50kg's!! Fantastic, you are proof this program not only works but works fast! You look beautiful!
niracca - WELCOME!! All the way from the Nederlands!! Wonderful to have you here with us!! The girls here are so supportive, you are in lovely company! All the best to you!
L-Jay - Hey you! Well done, so very proud of you!! It's easy not to be tempted when your seeing results!!! Go Girl!!
Rajah - So happy to hear things are back on track!!! It's all positives from here on in for you!!!! XXX
runwithali & ridiculous - Hey!! So nice to hear that another postive has come about with this program....ORGANISATION!!!!! Fantastic!! It's certainly the way to be, then meals are never a problem or a doubt! XX
princesslou - Hope things are going really well for you!!! Keep up the great work!!
Diamonds & divinemissnat - Thinking of you guys, hope all is going so well for you in the "outside" world!
COME ON FRIDAY!!!!
moneypenny
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IcanIwill - This is how I understand it - but I may not be 100% spot on so if anyone has anything else to add, please feel free.
KetoStix are used by diabetics to measure the amounts of glucose and ketones in their urine. It can be dangerous for a diabetic to have a positive result for Ketones as they can go in to a diabetic coma because of their condition so they need to monitor the levels to ensure they don't get sick. On the other hand, KetoStix are useful for a dieter who wants to burn fat by getting their body in to Ketosis, like us. The presence of Ketones in the urine means your body is metabolising its fat stores because you haven't got enough (any) glucose (carbs) in you system, from which your body can gain energy. In other words, your body is digesting itself !! What a bizarre concept!
I am using the KetoStix to confirm to myself that my body really is in Ketosis and that I am actually burning fat. I hope that when I go through a period of 4-days without any kg shift on the scales, I can motivate myself by checking that I am still in "fat-burning mode" and know that any time soon, the scales will have to drop again. Also, I drank a sugarfree Red Bull and although I read the list of ingredients, I wanted to confirm to myself that there wasn't any hidden sugar or glucose in the product. Also I have had some Nurofens which have got Glucose in them, so I wanted to make sure this hadn't impacted my weight loss. Turns out neither of these things had any effect, which is a relief!
KetoStix are used by diabetics to measure the amounts of glucose and ketones in their urine. It can be dangerous for a diabetic to have a positive result for Ketones as they can go in to a diabetic coma because of their condition so they need to monitor the levels to ensure they don't get sick. On the other hand, KetoStix are useful for a dieter who wants to burn fat by getting their body in to Ketosis, like us. The presence of Ketones in the urine means your body is metabolising its fat stores because you haven't got enough (any) glucose (carbs) in you system, from which your body can gain energy. In other words, your body is digesting itself !! What a bizarre concept!
I am using the KetoStix to confirm to myself that my body really is in Ketosis and that I am actually burning fat. I hope that when I go through a period of 4-days without any kg shift on the scales, I can motivate myself by checking that I am still in "fat-burning mode" and know that any time soon, the scales will have to drop again. Also, I drank a sugarfree Red Bull and although I read the list of ingredients, I wanted to confirm to myself that there wasn't any hidden sugar or glucose in the product. Also I have had some Nurofens which have got Glucose in them, so I wanted to make sure this hadn't impacted my weight loss. Turns out neither of these things had any effect, which is a relief!
About the ketostix
When a healthy person is in ketosis, or lipolysis it can be called, it shows that the body is burning fat. I have used them when I have been involved with low-carb diets.
But I am confused with how it fits into this program. Dr Cohen clearly says that he does NOT expect people to be in ketosis. This is a diet that is not dependent on it. My consultant says it is NOT an expectation. I know people who have lost fast who have NOT been in ketosis, so I am as I said, confused.
For myself, most of the time I am not. But someone who lost fast wasn't either. So I don't understand how so many of you can be.
When I checked them on another diet, I added all carbs, including vegetables, and if I built up slowly, I just made 25-30gms a day to stay a fraction in ketosis. As soon as I saw this program I knew I would not be always in ketosis - and as I said, there are others.
Where did everyone get the idea that you are supposed to be?
I'm not challenging anybody here, I just quite honestly don't understand. If it was just me with low tolerance for carbs it would make sense, but it is not.
Can someone fill me in??
Thanks a lot - I understand the principle and the theory of how it could make you lose faster. Look forward to your input.
lizzi
When a healthy person is in ketosis, or lipolysis it can be called, it shows that the body is burning fat. I have used them when I have been involved with low-carb diets.
But I am confused with how it fits into this program. Dr Cohen clearly says that he does NOT expect people to be in ketosis. This is a diet that is not dependent on it. My consultant says it is NOT an expectation. I know people who have lost fast who have NOT been in ketosis, so I am as I said, confused.
For myself, most of the time I am not. But someone who lost fast wasn't either. So I don't understand how so many of you can be.
When I checked them on another diet, I added all carbs, including vegetables, and if I built up slowly, I just made 25-30gms a day to stay a fraction in ketosis. As soon as I saw this program I knew I would not be always in ketosis - and as I said, there are others.
Where did everyone get the idea that you are supposed to be?
I'm not challenging anybody here, I just quite honestly don't understand. If it was just me with low tolerance for carbs it would make sense, but it is not.
Can someone fill me in??
Thanks a lot - I understand the principle and the theory of how it could make you lose faster. Look forward to your input.
lizzi
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hopeful1
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It's a great day!
Hi all,
Signed up for the programme yesterday and got my blood test done this morning. Meeting scheduled with the consultant for Thursday evening.
The postings over the weekend have been inspiring. Look forward to starting my weight loss, sharing the victories and getting support and advice during the rough days.
Whoever started this forum needs to receive a medal of some sort. Absolutely brilliant idea.
Hi all,
Signed up for the programme yesterday and got my blood test done this morning. Meeting scheduled with the consultant for Thursday evening.
The postings over the weekend have been inspiring. Look forward to starting my weight loss, sharing the victories and getting support and advice during the rough days.
Whoever started this forum needs to receive a medal of some sort. Absolutely brilliant idea.
Ketosis
I am Insulin Resistant, so its a positive thing for me to me in Ketosis whilst on this program & to know that my body is actually in fat burning mode.
I don't know if anyone else doing Cohens suffers from this? (Maybe Moni? - as this is a symptom of PCOS). Insulin resistance greatly effects your ability to lose weight; your muscel, fat & liver cells do not use insulin properly - in simple words - my body likes to store fat from everything I eat (healthy or not) so the result is stubborn fat. The Cohen's program is helping to rectify this, reverse the effects & correct my metabolism.
I am Insulin Resistant, so its a positive thing for me to me in Ketosis whilst on this program & to know that my body is actually in fat burning mode.
I don't know if anyone else doing Cohens suffers from this? (Maybe Moni? - as this is a symptom of PCOS). Insulin resistance greatly effects your ability to lose weight; your muscel, fat & liver cells do not use insulin properly - in simple words - my body likes to store fat from everything I eat (healthy or not) so the result is stubborn fat. The Cohen's program is helping to rectify this, reverse the effects & correct my metabolism.
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