Thanks. I had someone tell me about the Trader Joe stores that goes to them. So next time in St Louis I am going to go check it out. She said take plenty of...
I was told but don't know how true it is but drinking all this water helps with the joints. I have messed up my elbow from to much work on the computer (kind...
I've decided to move onto Phase II and see how it goes. I'm trying to figure out why I've been constipated over the past week. You would figure with all of the...
... We don't have Trader Joe's here in TN either but we have a few other stores, Natures Pantry, EarthFare and Fresh Market. I love going to the latter two as...
I love Trader Joe's. The staff at the location I frequent is super- nice and helpful. They always make great recommendations. Trader Joe's has a lot of their...
Regarding the, "...now I don't even want it." comment...I'm assuming this is the effects of detoxification. I truly believe now that I was addicted to...
Last night my wife and I got a little creative and it turned out WONDERFULLY! I'll see if I can come up with quantities and measurements, but I don't think it...
Check for stores called Whole Foods too. I know they have them all over St Louis and a company I use to work for sold to them and they were in a lot of states...
We can't believe how easy it has been either. I usually crave salt (mainly in the evening) and want chips, nuts, anything salty and carbs. I haven't craved...
I think the counting thing is what keeps getting me with other diets. Either I'm counting calories, points, carbs, fat, on and on. The counting controls me and...
don't know if it is officially ok, but check the contents for whey-- most protein powders are loaded with it and it can block up your system. Whey is a milk...
Go Connie... Go Connie... Go Connie... You are so right! My mom did the Atkins diet and gave me the book. I could not even get through reading the stupid...
rinse and drain them fully and make your own chili sauce (or use plain beans). to season use: cumin chili powder cayenne pepper black pepper a tad of salt if...
corn and all beans are fine--there is no limit on how much but beans are pretty filling. are you drinking enough water and getting enough fiber? beans and...
I have some low carb spaghetti. It contains wheat flour and wheat glutton. Is this ok in Phase 1. I thought it would be good with the eggplant slop (which by...
I don't think it is allowed yet. I don't think this diet is so much about carbs. The detox time is getting back to fresh fruits, veggies and cleansing the...
Hi all! I'm new to this particular group. I lost 8 lbs on Phase 1 and am sticking with it for a few more days because I really enjoy it. I don't miss meat at...
... and wheat glutton. Is this ok in Phase 1. No, not yet. Pasta's come in later phases. You can use a spaghetti squash though and it's great. There is a ...
Yes, I'm sure that will help. I've read a couple of other posts that say they are constipated also. I don't understand, maybe the body is in shock or...
Welcome Becky- Well, you aren't new to the diet being that you've completed phase 1, but way to go on your 8lb weight loss. I lost 7 lbs. It's such a great ...
Has anyone had a weight gain after adding the new foods in phase 2. Someone please help...I cant get anyone to respond. Im very concerned that all the weight...
Hi I am new to this particular forum and I was wondering if you all can help me out. Are boca burgers and smart dogs ok to eat in Phase I ? I figured that they...
I was also wondering one more thing. Where do i find recipes onthis site? I am either looking right past it or I just don't know how to find them. Thanks...
I added some new recipes links to the link section. You can go to any of the tons of internet recipe web site and search for recipes, check to see what is in...
Hi, I didn't gain any weight in Phase 2. When I added I cut down on rice. Are you tracking your calories? How much did you gain? Are you working out? Don't...
-Amen, I was a closet eater, sneaking out to get ice cream and twinkies and the like. Even a trip to the hardware store involved a sugar fix. I pass right by...
--Are yu working out and increasing your exercise as the good Dr. I recommends? Are you drinking all of your water potions? These two factors might be the...
Amen Connie & April. I did them all; WW, Akins, S Beach, on & ON. FS gives us much more freedom to eat as out bodies truely crave. It's so refreshing! Keep it...