[vicki_b85]

im so angry with myself... ive fallen off the wagon and have been eating everything in sight again... back to my old ways!! i keep forgetting to take my pills to have been craving food that i shouldnt be eating and i know ive put on a few pounds because the clothes that were gettin looser are now tighter again! I thought this was going to be THE diet that would help me get this weight off once and for all... i had such high hopes and I wake up every day saying to myself 'today is the day, i will follow the plan and take my pills on time' and i never do!!! Im trying to stay positive but its so hard, the pressure from other people, always asking me if my diet is going ok and im embarrased when i say no! Im trying to lose weight for myself and noone else, but it still embarrases me that i am always failing! i could just cry

[findingme4me]

Hey, dont get down on your self, just use this as a reason to get back up. lots of people give in and eat everything in sight the best part of it is no one can stone you for doing so and if you wouldnt have told us we wouldnt even know, so find it in your self to say hey! i have to do this and im going to try my hardest not to goof up this time. and hey if people ask just tell them that you have to take the good days with the bad and anyone whos ever been on a diet will understand. this is your personal journey so its no ones business what roads you take.
keep your head up and talk to you soon
Cassandra

[susanpesek]

Vicki! If you can implement any of these ideas into your day, each little bit will help:Start counting your calories and split them up into 6 mini-meals a day, 225 calories at a time. Eat some form of protein EACH time you eat. (fat free cottage cheese with a few packets of Equal, no-fat yogurt with a tsp of sliced almonds, glass of skim milk, golf ball size handful of nuts, beans, chicken, turkey, beef, pork, tuna, fat-free weenie(mine have 40 cal. each) dipped in mustard...yum.
Eat only whole grains and complex carbs. Kashi Go Lean Crunch is my favorite for breakfast-7 whole grains-delicious! Eat breakfast every day as soon as you can because it jumpstarts your engine to burn calories.
Don't even think of wasting 1 calorie on soft drinks, white rice, white bread, sweets, cakes, cookies, fries, white potatoes...
Eat big salads made with Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, carrots, mushrooms, chopped up 1/4capple, sweet bell peppers, broccoli slaw and keep it ready at all times to eat with fat-free salad dressing. A neat trick is to dip your fork in the dressing first then take a bite of salad. You can really stretch it out that way and consume far fewer calories.
Drink water with a dash of lemon..ALL DAY LONG and a full cup before any mini-meal. I would power walk 5 minutes at the top of every even hour which will probably wind up with nearly an hour's worth by the end of the day! As you get along, maybe after a week, your body will want to push farther and you can change your routine then.
Here are a few suggestions others on this board have made:Keep a food diary and record your daily intake for at least one week. Watch what you drink and count that, too. Water is almost always your best choice, but most no-calorie drinks can help. Lay off the sauces as they are usually high in calories. Try using lemon juice, soy sauce or salsa instead.
Don't reduce your intake too far or your body will respond by lowering your metabolism and slowing your weight loss. Eat at least 1,000 calories a day! Be patient with yourself and it will pay off in terms of more consistent weight loss, more energy and fewer cravings.
Make sure that your meals contain a healthy mix of nutrients. Fats and protein are much slower to digest than carbs. Carbs digest in about two hours, protein takes four hours to digest and fat takes up to six hours, which explains why people on low-carb diets experience less hunger than those on low-fat diets. People on balanced-nutrient plans (like the Zone Diet) also have better hunger control.
Work to develop healthy habits. Avoid mindless eating while combining it with TV or the movies. Make eating separate and you’ll eat less.There is nothing wrong with enjoying eating but do not to use food as a stress reliever. Work on stress by exercising, listening to music or drinking 8 ounces of water before eating.
No more fast foods. Find time to prepare and eat your meals slowly and without any hurry.
When dieting it's very easy to fall back into your old eating habits. A food diary is a great way to help. Write down everything that you eat and drink during the day. Keep it with you and make your entries often; it forces you to give conscious thought to what you eat and helps develop better eating habits. It can be a tremendous asset to remind yourself what to eat. COUNT YOUR CALORIES!
Berries: Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries have few calories and they pack a powerful punch on your health. Citrus Fruit: Rich in vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber, citrus fruits not only taste great but they are essential for normal growth and development.
Sugar free Jell-O with non-fat, no calorie dairy with topping: A dieters dream come true. It's easy to make, delicious and virtually calorie-free.. Egg whites prepared with non stick spray: Egg whites are very low in calories, have no fat, no cholesterol, and are loaded with protein.
Crunchy Veggies: Feel free to indulge in all the crunchy veggies you wish. Dieticians give crunchy veggies a perfect ten in nutrition. When it comes to weight loss they are simply hard to beat.Try fresh snap beans, broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts,etc.
MOST OF ALL: REPORT TO US EVERY DAY!

[lin72776]

vicki, The girls gave you great advice, and to be honest I did the same ( my reasoning was I ran out of phen) don't beat your self up, just start again little by little, Thats what I decided a week ago, drink no sugary drinks for a few days, then I added fruits and veggies, by day three. By then your self esteem is raising, that you can and want to do this again. I know you can do this, just take it day by day. Don't look at this as you fell off the wagon, you just had a bump in the road. good luck and god bless you . lin