 samson2u 12 years ago | Hi, Everyone!!! Aside from doing some good for myself (I will be 45 shortly), I would do a better job at helping others. Asherwin – try drinking six 8 oz of water and work up from there. Each individual is different and as your activities increase, so will your intake of water. Alcohol – LOVE WINE…! but it will actually slows the metabolism down. Switch to red. A suggestion would be a spritzer, half wine – half mineral water. I say this from humble experience…because this is my #1 weight gainer. If I am upset and feeling crappy – I binge eat. Its something that I talk myself into thinking I have control over something and I don’t. Best word is to say “I choose too..” vs “I have too..” The latter causes resentment and self-sabotage over time. Why am I doing this? Here’s my way – I choose to eat healthier to feel healthier because this is something that I can control. What is the benefit? I will feel healthier, eat healthier (make better choices), I will be exercising and I will decrease – and that’s a bonus! If I get my other half on board, he will feel better too! 🙂 Way to go, Everyone!!! What’s your “why”? |
 luckyladyky 12 years ago | Got you all beat! I’m 83 and want to lose 30 lbs. Have tried counting calories..too time consuming! Diet plans..too strict, so now wil try this. Problem is, where in the world do you find raw milk, cheese, etc. these days?, Will just have to buy Walmart’s skimmed, I guess and hope this doesn’t spoil the plan. Sure wish one could adjust the servings cause hubby is SKINNY, eats ice cream, cookies, etc. so there is just me. Some recpes I could freeze but not too sure about others. |
 asherwin 12 years ago | Hi. I am 47 yers old and really want to lose 15 to 20 pounds. I have not seen the scale move in 3 weeks. The first week I lost 5 pounds and was so excited. I am exercising 3-4 times per week with weights. I have given up bread, rice, potatoes and pasts and am feeling discouraged. I do have my 3 glasses of white wine on weekends. can anyone tell me what amount of water should be consumed daily? Does anyone have any advise? |
 RDougall 12 years ago | Well, I’m older (59) as noted by several of these ladies and have made extreme efforts to eat healthier according to the suggestions here and can’t seem to lose a thing! And I’m a pretty consistent exerciser as well. Very discouraging! I’m wondering if some of the suggestions take into account little to no hormones as well as how each of us react differently to proteins, carbs, etc. Other ideas? |
 Ossie-Sharon 12 years ago | 100% fresh-squeezed orange juice is acceptable – 1/2 cup is equal to an orange in the Menu Planner.
However, whole fresh fruit is always preferable. |
| Ossie-Sharon 12 years ago | Hi, Bernie. The Newbies forum is in “Nutrition and Diet” and is called “Newbies 2013”. |
 bernie53 12 years ago | where is this newbie forum? |
| bernie53 12 years ago | i just started the plan,it says orange juice is a bad thing i was wondering if that include 100% orange juice |
 suzybee 12 years ago | wow, so many people and so much grocery shopping. to those who are asking about what SWG bread is and raw this and that…if you have a health food store nearby, the SWG is sprouted whole grain and this type of bread is usually found in the refrigerated section since it doesn’t have any preservatives and will spoil. Since I am only one, I freeze most of my stuff and just thaw as needed. For the first time, I bought raw cheese and have yet to take my first bite. I wonder if it’s different. Healthy is good. Good luck to everyone. Wish there was someone to talk with at this company as I try to navigate my way through the internet program. sigh |
 sandrae 12 years ago | Well done misfit it does work if only slow iam the same but find eating small meals 6 times aday works for me love the program good luck on your next weigh in |
 misfit2013 12 years ago | Yahoo!!!! It’s been 4 LONG weeks since the scale moved, and then I had a rough week and did some emotional eating (binge time) and thought about not even weighing in this a.m…………boy am I glad I did, I LOST 1/2 a lb. Now I know that doesn’t sound like much, however, after staying the same for 4 weeks…….it’s wonderful for me:) I won’t give up now and I’ll get back on the ‘wagon’, so yay me. |
 Shar1226 12 years ago | It is nice to know that there are others in their 60s who are on this journey. I am having a hard time getting started on this journey. When I look at the cookbooks I am totally unfamiliar with the ingredients. Raw milk? Raw sugar? I have lost 12 lbs since January but have not committed to this food plan. I am going to try. |
 Ms2249 12 years ago | Hi just brought the program I am so tired just don’t have any energy I am a 64 yea lady and need all the help I can get so help anybody cheers |
| Ossie-Sharon 12 years ago | Welcome, Aleta! I hope you are finding everything you need. We’re with you every step of the way. |
 Radisson 12 years ago | Hi! Come and visit the Newbie 2013 topic. You will find interesting comments with similar concerns as expressed here. Best of luck in meeting your health objectives. Also, keep track of any comments from Ossie. She can help you with any of your questions. |
