[weplant]

I am on my 3rd week and I have finally dropped 2 pounds...I am so excited..I just pray it continues. My biggest problem is how picky I am about eating. No dairy (except hot chocolate and ice cream)..So no yogurt, no cheese, etc...But I am doing lots of veggies, salads, etc. Even though I have started week 3, I am still doing just a carb dinner and having my protein at lunch, is that ok?? I have just dropped my evening snack!!! we will see how that goes. It is very odd, I do get this real feeling of hunger (my stomach growls, etc), but I do not grave anything..Sometimes it happens within one hour after eatting..Any suggestions? It is sure great to have a support system. Thanks, Debbie
P.S. someone had mentioned they had a shopping list they could email, would you please give me that info..Thanks again. Debbie

[NinaFrusztajerMD]

Great you're losing!!!  It's fine to skip protein at dinner, just add an ounce to lunch or breakfast.  Keep it up!
Nina

[Better2no]

Yay, Debbie.
So sorry I haven't been on much -- adjusting to a wonderful but exhausting new job.
If you email me at better2no@aol.com, I'll send you back the lists I typed up.  They are still a big help.
I've only lost 13 lbs. and started in March.  I haven't really been sticking to SPD since the job started, but I know it changed my life.  Even when I'm "off" my eating habits are so much better than they were, and my depression is gone. 
For me, the fact that I haven't been doing any extra exercise at all is really making the difference.
It's great not to be a slave to the scale anymore.  Maybe set some goals that have nothing to do with the scale, like fitting into a certain outfit, feeling better, not being as tired and being more active, trying new foods....? 
Best, best wishes in getting results that can really make you feel great!
Lillie