[kiki22702]

Well...today is day 6 on the Phentramin! I feel a little shaky today, but I think it's because I haven't been able to eat much. With it being 94 degrees and add the fact that I have almost NO appetite...those factors could be why I feel shaky. I feel like I am not eating correctly. I have not had any soda in 6 days...I usually don't eat breakfast and then try to eat lunch around 1 or 2 and then eat something for dinner at 7ish. I feel like I am maybe getting 600 calories a day if that!!! I really love Weight Watchers food, especially the deserts. And of course Special K. My one problem this week is the SCALE!! I hop on and it says 245 and then 241 and then 239 and then back up to 245! It is so discouraging. I measured my waist and it says 2 inches smaller...but then I think, "well, maybe I measured lower or higher the first time" This whole diet thing is all I can think about!! I HAVE and I repeat HAVE to lose at LEAST 30 pounds by July 26th. Any words of encouragement?

[krisd32]

Kiki, please you really have to eat. That and drinking lots of water is the key to losing weight. Even if it is only a banana or a bagel you really need to try to eat something for breakfast. For me, it works best for me to eat 5-6 small meals a day. Just don't get discouraged because you can do it, you will win this battle.

[squeekie]

You've got to throw in a little exercise...even if it's just housework or yardwork,and you've got to eat at least 1000 calories a day. Write down everything that you eat in order to get a true calorie count,drink water until you can't stand it and put the scale away!

[mesmith]

Kiki
Make sure you weigh in at the same time of day. In the morning when you get up. By the end of the day were still carrying around some waste.
Keep on going and make a shake or diet meal you can drink to start your day. You can break the bad habits. Write down on the fridge what you eat.
Put a post it note on the front door. EAT BREAKFAST even if its a diet bar or rice cake with a dab of peanut butter. Or a finger full if peanut butter.
You need to reprogram.
Maryellen

[susanpesek]

Hi, Kristi-Kiki!
Eat breakfast. 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!