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heaterguy
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Posted: 18 July 2005 05:36 pm |
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My curiosity has been peaked by this diet. I have looked on the website to ascertain what it is but they don't give enough information.
I believe they are preaching that eating certain foods at different intervals of the day and days will provoke weight loss. Their claims of 9lbs in 11 days is interesting.
I have battled my weight for over 30 years. At one time I was 265 lbs and through a 1500 calorie diet and exercise reduced my weight to 145. Over time it crept up to 185 where I am now.
Normally, when my weight reaches 185 I diet a little smarter and get myself down to 165 where I feel good and like the way I look.
Lately, however, its not working. I even cycle between 45 minutes and 1.5 hours 4-5 times weekly. Nothing is coming off. So I think I need to try something new. Having watched my weight all these years I am very familiar with the nutrition requirements and the best ways to diet but none of them seem to be working.
I eat a very healthful diet and watch my fats and sugars.
What I want to know is if anyone is on this diet and are they getting good results. I am a salesman and spend time on the road and eat in restaurants about 4 times a week.
Thanks for any help.
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elaineinaz
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Posted: 10 August 2005 11:45 pm |
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Hi Heater Guy,
I researched this diet -- found some testimonials, reviews and explanations - particularly at diet-blog.com
I started this diet 3 days ago, and have lost 2 1/2 pounds so far. There are rules/guidelines offered for eating in restaurants and fast food, so I'm sure it can be done.
This is a relatively painless, quick diet that offers great appeal in getting 3 days off after each 11 day cycle. That makes it easier to keep up the will-power. Foods are based on preference and are very low maintainence to prepare.
I plan to get down to my goal weight with this plan and then maintain using a generally sensible plan, which I have not had in the recent past.
Best of Luck... Let us know what you decide to do.
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elaineinaz
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Posted: 20 August 2005 09:16 pm |
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| I have now been on this diet for 11 days and have lost 6 1/2 pounds. I am very happy with that, especially since I have not exercised or done the recommended walking. I'm now on my "3 cheat days". What's weird is, I've been planning since day 2 about what treats I would give myself on my days off. Now I'm here, and honestly I'm not that hungary and the cravings for the junk aren't very strong. I'm sticking to this. I've got nothing to lose...but weight!:D
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lucebianca
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Posted: 26 August 2005 12:06 am |
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I am on my 11th day of the Weight Loss 4 Idiots diet. I haven't weighed myself yet. Tomorrow's the big day! I have tried other well-known programs, lost significant amounts of weight and then put it back on. I had never had a weight problem until a few years ago. I was diagnosed with high blood pressure and put on medication that had a bunch on side effects. And it’s a Catch 22: If you are overweight it can cause high blood pressure. If you’re taking high blood pressure meds, one of the many horrible side effects is weight gain. I desperately want to lose this weight and get off the poisonous rollercoaster of pharmaceuticals.
Since day 1 of this program I have not been hungry once. I haven’t had cravings for bread or sweets like I usually do. The concept of the diet makes sense and is primarily designed to boost your metabolism. Read a few pages into their website for more details. They have 2 plans you can follow. One where you are given parameters you have to follow, (for example 3 Protein Meals and 1 Carb Meal). And another called the Diet Generator (which I’m using now). They also have a vegetarian version. You pick from a selection of foods and the end result is a plan you can print out to follow. I prepare everything (usually) the night before. They give you loads of common-sense “Tips”, many of which we’ve all heard before. It is suggested to avoid restaurants if you can, but gives you ideas on how to eat if you do. You mentioned being on the road and eating out often. I think it can still be done if you follow their guidelines. They don’t tell you how much to eat…only to stop when you are almost satisfied. One of the biggest of the changes for me has been eating breakfast. I am constantly on the go and never had the time. I truly believe this has changed my seemingly non-existent metabolism! I don’t have late night cravings like I did before.
I know I have lost weight because my clothes are loose. I have had comments from people who don’t know I’m dieting…”how much weight have you lost?” I have a large frame and my weight is evenly distributed. Losing 5 pounds won’t show on me, but 10 will. I can honestly say that though I am very active, I have not done the recommended walking and my water intake fluctuates (some days a lot of water and others barely any). But, the bottom line is, I feel better and I have a lot more energy. There is a one-time $27 registration fee that gives you access to the website information and Diet Generator for a 90 day period. I figure I waste that much each week in fast foods and take out….why not give it a shot.
We’ll see………
Last edited on 26 August 2005 12:07 am by lucebianca
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testa25
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Posted: 1 September 2005 04:41 pm |
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Hi,
I am new to this forum. but have just gone in and paid for this Weight Loss 4 Idiots diet. Just reading through it and it does seem really straight forward and pretty good! I just hope it does the trick. I am 28, and have about 10 pounds to loose but these 10 pounds I have been trying to loose for years after recovering from an eating disorder.
It seems from reading this forum that the diet does work pretty well, I am just wondering how well it works for someone who doesn't have to loose all that much weight?
Becs :-)
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heaterguy
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Posted: 1 September 2005 05:25 pm |
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Still the diet needs to teach you to eat differently. What makes it work so quickly? Is it a low carb diet. No long term results with those.
I think I will stick with moderation with portions and increase in exercise.
By the way. Started cycling seriously 4 mos ago and bp and cholesterol levels have fallen through the floor. Reduced waistline one inch and haven't lost any weight.
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jengossip
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Posted: 4 September 2005 07:31 am |
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Lucebianca'
Hi, i just wanted to know if you weighed in yet?
i was thinking about ordering the diet tomorrow.
good luck!
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lucebianca
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Posted: 7 September 2005 12:41 am |
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I've been really busy, so I haven't posted recently. I lost 7 pounds the first 11 days! I'm happy with that considering (like I mentioned) I had not done the suggested walking. I also think it could be because of my very sluggish metabolism. I took the next 3 days off and then started another 11 day diet...my next weigh-in will be this Friday (9/9). I have definitely lost more weight. I feel great. I have more energy. I didn't go crazy on the 3 days off...but basically ate what I wanted. I have done some walking, but still not enough. The one thing that stands our in my mind is that I have never been hungry on this diet. I especially like the days with "mixed nuts" on the menu. It seems to satisfy the snack craving. I plan to keep this up until I reach my goal weight. So far so good....
Will check in Friday with my results...
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lucebianca
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Posted: 8 September 2005 11:47 pm |
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I think you have a good point. This could very well be another fad-type diet. So far it has worked for me, but it may not for everyone. I have tried so many different diets and this has by far been the easiest with the fastest results. But, the long-term result remains to be seen.
I think it’s basically a low fat, low carb diet. The diet is mainly made up of fruits, vegetables and lean proteins, and the sources of fat come from whole foods like eggs and cottage cheese. You’re not supposed to eat anything processed or anything that has a lot of sugar in it. You get to eat some carbs like pasta and oatmeal. The one thing I find a little different…compared to other diets...is that they switch the types of foods you eat every few days to (supposedly) trick your metabolism. Maybe that’s the key! In the first few pages of instructions they make a point that if you normally eat 2500 calories a day and then drop down to 1000 – your body will adjust itself to that 1000 calories (because it's thinks it's being startved), so you don’t lose weight. Same thing with water. If you don’t drink enough water, your body retains it (thinking it won’t get any more).
I have a very hectic life and a 5 year old son…need I say more. As I’ve mentioned before I feel great and have a lot of energy. I like the simplicity of this diet, and it’s healthy. I don’t have to weigh or measure anything and there is no limit to the amount I eat. I am eating until I’m satisfied and have not had any cravings.
Time will tell.
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heaterguy
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Posted: 9 September 2005 01:11 am |
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Well, I guess the idea is to change the types of food ingested to trick the body into not expecting its normal supply whatever that might be in total.
Diet seems similiar to the South Beach diet except for the food rotation.
I can attest that your body will develop a caloric set point. Years ago I dropped over a hundred pounds on a low calorie diet. It worked great and I have managed to keep the weight off, mostly. However, for a while whenever I tried to increase my caloric intake I would start putting on weight. I still have that problem but exercise cuts it down.
Problem right now is that over the last two years I put on 20 lbs and exercise and a 2000 calorie diet are not helping.
I might look at this diet to get a quick boost.
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lucebianca
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Posted: 10 September 2005 12:34 am |
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I weighed in today and lost another 7 pounds! That makes it a total of 14. Even though it wasn't the 9 pounds they claimed...I'm very happy with this. And once again, I haven't done enough of the exercise and should have increased my water intake. I start my '3 Days Off' today.
'HeaterGuy', it may very well give you a boost. It sounds like you've done everything right all along. I know it must be very frustrating. But, you should be very proud of yourself…over 100 pounds…wow! I have been slender most of my life. I never had to exercise. Then when I put on a little weight in my mid 30s, I'd watch what I ate and work out a little and it would come off easily. Then the miserable blood pressure meds and weight gain! All the sensible diet programs worked (though very slowly) but it was always a real struggle…and then the weight came back on quickly. Maybe it's still too early to get excited, but this diet has given me more incentive than the others. I've lost 14 pounds before and not looked like I do now. Maybe this time it really is fat loss, not water weight. Plus, I'm smaller all over...my stomach, waist, face, even my wrists. This time it's different.
I'm fortunate in that I hide the weight well. Most people guess that I'm about 30 pounds lighter than I actually am. My best weight for my frame is around 140 (about a size 6) so I have about 57 to go. This next 11-day go around I’m going to focus on more exercise.
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heaterguy
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Posted: 10 September 2005 02:21 am |
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Great work. 14 pounds is nothing to sneeze at in less than a months time.
Size 6 and 140 lbs. You must have some height to your stature. My Italian genes kept me at 5-10 and most of my unwanted weight is around my abs so I have to be careful how I dress and what I wear. All slacks and shorts are pleated and everything is kept a smidgeon larger.
I will probably look at the diet this weekend.
Thanks
Heaterguy:)
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MiaWilliams
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Posted: 11 September 2005 05:47 pm |
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| After reading all the different blogs about the WL4I, I was inspired to purchase the product and try it...Today will be the first day. I have 35 pds to lose ..same 35 pds I have struggled with since the birth of my first son. But after reading all the testimonials I am sold, I just hope it works for me. I have tried everything under the sun and of course...failed...but reading the stories of others in my same situation makes me realize I am not alone in my struggle...Thanks
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jengossip
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Posted: 14 September 2005 05:15 am |
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hi, this is the 8th day of the diet and i have lost 9 lbs already.
this is the longest i have ever been on a diet without cheating!!!!!!!
i really haven't been starving at all.
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lucebianca
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Posted: 14 September 2005 06:37 pm |
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jengossip - NO WAY! 9 pounds already? Good for you! It was all I could do to not look at the scale until after the 11th day. I was so afraid that if I didn't see real progress I'd give in and head for the nearest Godiva shop! The biggest test for me will be to keep it off after I lose it. Remember when you get to your 3 days off, don't go nuts. I was surprized at how well I ate on those days. I had some ice cream and items that had high fat content, but I really noticed a change in the amount that I was satisfied with.
Make sure you let us know your final tally.
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lucebianca
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Posted: 14 September 2005 08:29 pm |
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Thanks...Its a good start. I'm not that tall...as I mentioned, my weight is evenly distributed and I'm very solid (a lot of muscle). Last time I checked I think I'm just over 5'5". I'm big-boned, too. I came close to a size 4 once and looked almost anorexic. (Bad time in my life.) But on top of all the muscle is fat...and this diet seems to be melting it away. In part of the WL4I website they talk about exercising and that there's no such thing as 'spot-reducing'. You can tighten muscles in certain areas, like your abs...but as long as you have layers of fat on top of the muscles, you won't reduce that area. Makes sense. That's why when you lose weight it comes off of every part of the body including the face.
If I can get down to my goal weight and then just stay on top of it....I'll be okay. Let me re-phrase that: WHEN I get to my goal weight..... One of my friends lost a good amount of weight and says she gets on the scale EVERY day. If her weight goes up more than 2 pounds, she's back on a diet. She's kept it off for over a year. I'll do the same.
Yes, you Italian boys being raised on that great, home-made pasta...may be subject to weight gain, BUT you also have the great bone structure to work off of. And 5'10" is tall for an Italian! I hope this diet helps give you the jolt you need to shed those last pounds. I worked out very seriously at a gym, 5 days a week (religiously) for 1 year. When it was time to renew my membership, I didn't. I felt better and had lost a few inches, but nothing really noticable and my weight was almost the same as when I started. VERY discouraging. I commend you for sticking to the execise as long as you have...
I will be 49 at the end of this month (ouch) but I'm still 20-something in my head. I know the body changes as you get older, but THIS is the pits!.- I plan to throw myself a 50th birthday party next year and look fabulous.
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jengossip
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Posted: 15 September 2005 05:29 am |
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lucebianca
did you eat any of the foods on the taboo list on your 3 days off.
for some reason as i get closer to day 11 i am getting hungrier!
i want bad foods but i didn't suffer thru the fruit and veggie day for nothing.
i am nervous about the 3 days off.
i am addicted to the scale, i way myself daily
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heaterguy
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Posted: 15 September 2005 05:52 am |
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You all have convinced me to try this diet if for no other reason than to get a good head start on these 20lbs.
I turned 60 in May and I know what you mean about thinking you are younger. I do all my own work around the house, lawn etc. Ride my bike every day and will most likely return to lifting 3 days a week.
I am always trying to stay busy. Can't stand watching t.v. particularly those "reality" programs.
Have a sales meeting in San Antonio in November and I might be in line for an award so I want to make sure I look good when I go up to receive it. Who says vanity is reserved for women?
My wife has been working out at curves and is having some good results. In one month she lost one inch off her waist and other areas and dropped body fat down 3%. She isn't on a structured diet but has cut down considerably particularly on the evening snack.
When I get back home tomorrow evening I pledge to go on line and download the diet.
Stay tuned.
Arrivedecci
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taztiber
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Posted: 15 September 2005 09:23 pm |
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I just started on Monday. I have lost 1 1/2 lbs and have not cheated and have done the walking. I think I may wait now and weigh the 23rd instead of everyday. I get frustrated if I don't see "instant" results. It sounds like most folks are having good results with this, so I hope that i do too.
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lucebianca
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Posted: 16 September 2005 12:56 am |
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On the 1st '3 Days Off' period I ate a little of everything. I'm sure some of it was on the list. I remember eating ice cream. But I was pretty good about just having small amounts. And I made sure I drank a lot of water during that time. I was never hungry on the diet not even on the Fruits and Vegies day. But then I really filled up on everything, since you only have 3 meals that day. But I REALLY like fruits and vegies...(came close to being vegetarian at one time).
Also, I didn't weigh myself the morning of my next '11 day' period. I was afraid I might have gained....at the end of that period I was down another 7 pounds...total 14. So if I did gain on the 3 days off....I must have lost more than 7 pounds. So maybe you should try not to weigh yourself so often....it might discourage you.
Good luck.
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lucebianca
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Posted: 16 September 2005 01:14 am |
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Heaterguy - I tried Curves for almost a year. Several people I became friends with there had great results. Not me. But I think it's a good program...and spending all of 30 minutes. I had no excuse but to at least try it. Plus being with just women made me a lot more comfortable than the hard-bodied babes at the coed gyms.
Nothing wrong with vanity...Make sure you get lots of pictures when you receive the award. But, then , I don't think there's anything wrong with feeling good about yourself. There's too much in every-day life to bring you down, much less having extra pounds.
My husband is 8 years younger...(and Italian by the way). He came here from Sicily 15 years ago. Fortunately for me he comes from a country where they like women with a little 'meat on their bones'. The bad thing is he's a great cook, can eat like a horse...and he never gains a pound! He can really see the difference and has been very supportive of me.
Keep us posted...
Ciao!
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heaterguy
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Posted: 16 September 2005 02:29 am |
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Thanks. Sicilian food is great. A lot of tomato dishes and fish along with great spices.
They have a great red wine as well. I think it is called Segundo. It is from the second press of the grape. Very dry.
I am Napolitano, but I have a Sicilian aunt. When she talks Italian to me, the little I know, I can't understand her.
I have a cousin like your husband, eats everything in sight, twice as much as everyone and never gains a pound.
I also love to cook. Mainly Italian dishes. My marsala and my piccata are to die for so I am told and my Tira mi Su is all homemade the original way including the lady fingers.
Ciao bene.
Heaterguy
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jengossip
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Posted: 16 September 2005 04:58 am |
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| thanks for the tips for the 3 days off!
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bzlife1967
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Posted: 16 September 2005 10:16 pm |
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| Hi all, I am new here. Just wanted to say I started WL4I (weight loss for idiots) on Tuesday, I am on my 4th day and have lost 5lbs. I realize most of that is water but what a great feeling to see that so soon. Im sure the weight loss will slow down. Seems like a healthy diet for me. Im not a breakfast eater so eating that first meal is a huge change of habit for me. Last edited on 15 October 2005 05:15 am by bzlife1967
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wvpumpkin
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Posted: 17 September 2005 06:47 pm |
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| I am planning to download this diet, but a little afraid i will just be getting info about what I already know. So what do you mean they change up the food on different days? Like for instance on the sample days on the site, these foods are what I normally know to eat anyway. So are the other days alot different? How many different days of menus/foods are there. Like does it start repeating itself after a week or so. I hope I make sense. Sorry if I am posting too much. I just am in desperate need of something for my husband. He has put on so much weight this summer, since he has been laid off from work. He goes back Monday, and I was wanting to get him started on something that will be easy for him going out of town. Thanks so much. Have a great day, and btw congrats on you success so far. Basically what I am asking is it worth the money or is it stuff I probably already know from doing body for life/weight watchers etc.
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MiaWilliams
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Posted: 18 September 2005 08:59 pm |
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| Well it is day eight on the WL4I and I have lost an astonishing 9 pds and I am amazed....This diet is not at all that restrictive unless you like sweets ..which I do but with all the water intake and being able to drink diet sodas I haven't had a problem. Lost an inch on every single part of my body....It may be some water weight but 9 pds in a week...I am sticking to it...Love this diet...The only thing that works for me...Plus I do alot of mountain biking and yard work which may have added to my success...Just 26 pds to go...:D
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wvpumpkin
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Posted: 18 September 2005 09:14 pm |
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| What makes this diet different than others I wonder. Like for instance, the south beach etc. I am worried to order afraid it will be like the Anne Collins diet I downloaded once. It was basically stuff I already new. Help please, give me reassurance, I don't have alot of extra cash, due to husband being laid off and two kids in school. Hubby does go back to work tomorrow though yippee, less worry Also how do you know how much to eat at each meal, just enought to fill you up. Do you only eat one item/food per meal??? Last edited on 18 September 2005 09:15 pm by wvpumpkin
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wannabeless
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Posted: 19 September 2005 02:55 am |
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Hi,
I am a new member and I was very impressed by your weight loss. I have downloaded the diet, weight loss 4 idiots, and would like to start tomorrow. What I am wondering is how did you prepare your food? For example, scrambled eggs? Did you add milk to them? Did you put butter in the frying pan when you cooked them?
If anyone can help me with this I would really appreciate it!
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wvpumpkin
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Posted: 19 September 2005 03:30 am |
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| How many different days of different foods are there? Do you feel you made the right choice to download. Is the e-book very lengthy etc??? Still debating myself
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MiaWilliams
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Posted: 19 September 2005 05:44 pm |
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WVPumpkin - I have an answer to your question...Buying and downloading this program was the best thing I have done ever. I finally have the power and control over my body which I have not had in a long time. It is worth the money you have access to information that is helpful and for 3 months you can generate as many menus as you would like. I found out things I never knew about the foods I eat and that is the key...I would buy it....It's worth it
Wannabeless - I cooked bacon first and then added onions and cheese to my eggs..then some salsa on top...As far as butter I just used the no fat or calories butter..it tastes just as good. Adding water to my eggs made them fluffy so no extra calories there. As far as having milk on this diet ...I did have 1% but I added Vital 18 to my glass of milk ( Vital 18 is a supplement that is incredible for weight loss and energy) I did not eat any sweets or breads or fried foods but I did have some beverages that were not on the diet but still lost the weight...I have found that if I didn't like a certain food on a certain day I could swap it for something I liked..Hope this helps
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wvpumpkin
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Posted: 19 September 2005 07:37 pm |
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| Mia, thank you for the reply, I am going to download. One more question before I do, You say for 3 months you have access to as many menus as you want, what does this mean exactly. Do I have to get online each time I want to get food lists, or can I print out the entire book? I don't understand the 3 month thing. Thanks
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Posted: 19 September 2005 07:42 pm |
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Hi WVpumpkin,
There is a text part that you can print, which is basically the overall guidelines for the diet. However, your menus are generated when you request them. So you can request a menu, it asks you a series of questions about your preferences, then generates a menu that you can print. Then you can immediately request another menu, and it will repeat the process of asking you preference questions and generate a new menu. You can do that as often as you like. If you don't request a new menu right away, your current menu stays in memory so you can refer back to it if you need to.
Hope this helps,
Elaineinaz
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wvpumpkin
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Posted: 19 September 2005 08:01 pm |
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| Very much help, thanks to all. Can't wait to download tonight when I get home from work!!!!:)
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lucebianca
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Posted: 19 September 2005 10:32 pm |
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wannabeless - Make sure you read all the details and 'rules' of the diet. It will tell you that your should only use low fat or fat free mayo, cottage cheese etc. So butter and milk would be out. You can have a banana shake with low fat milk. So maybe a little of that in your eggs would be okay. I'm always in a hurry and when I don't have a lot of time I put some eggs and a little cheese into the microwave. I check every minute or so and stir until their done. A little salt and pepper - not bad. When I have the time and "omelette"is on the menu...I cut up ham (like mortadella) into little pieces and pan fry without any oil or butter. When it's cooked well toss in the eggs and a little cheese. It's very good and you feel like your cheating! I don't always follow the menu exactly and will subsitute one meal for another, but will try to keep it the same kind of food. Like: eating chicken instead of fish or fruit instead of vegetables. (exchange carbs for carbs and proteins for proteins. If you use the Diet Generator make sure you select 'mixed nuts' (that is if you LIKE mixed nuts). It's a real treat to me and I look forward to the days that I can have them.
bzlife1967 - your comment about breakfast...I was never a big breakfast eater (except on weekends occasionally - as in Eggs Benedict and Mimosas!) It was an adjustment for me, too. I truly believe this gave the biggest boost to my metabolism (or lack thereof). Now that I've been on this diet for a few weeks it's 'just part of the plan'.
wvpumpkin - I don't know that the foods on this diet will be anything new to you. But the method behind it is different. You can do this diet 2 ways: You can used the "Diet Generator" where they give you different choices and you choose what you want...then you can print the entire menu up for the next 11 days. OR you can follow the list of Rules and make up your own diet. There will be carb meals and protein meals....or a combination. I think this is the key. You're body gets locked into the carb meals and then when you switch to a protein meal it shocks the system. If you eat the same types of foods all the time eventually you don't take off any weight because your body adjusts itself to surviving off of that same type of food. I hope this helped. I think 'elaineinaz" explained it best on 9/19.
My time at WL4I is up at the end of this month. I plan to print up all the rules and a bunch of different menus before that time.
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lucebianca
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Posted: 19 September 2005 11:53 pm |
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Heaterguy
May have to get those recipes from you…I love Chicken Marsala. I think I’ve had the Segundo (is it a red label?). Sal’s specialties are Gniocchi (from scratch) and the best Lasagna I’ve EVER eaten. ..nothing like what they make over here. What are we doing talking about FOOD?
Actually the 3 times I’ve been back to Italy with him, we ate like kings and I actually lost weight. They don’t use butter (only the best olive oil), they don’t fry anything and everything comes fresh off the trees, bushes, ground, etc. They don’t use preservatives. I especially like the homemade wines every family served. (again no preservatives, so I didn’t get the headaches). We went to the Ferrante farm and witnessed the production of ricotta…will never be able to eat it here again. Little Nonna (grandma) was shoving food my direction 24/7…if I didn’t have 2nd helpings she thought I didn’t like it. It was all a lot healthier that the way we eat over here. The only thing that I didn’t “get” was the big bowl of fruit they brought out at the end of the meal, which everyone would peel and eat…and then go straight for the antacids! I have to do fruit separately.
SO! Did you start the diet? How are you doing? I prepare most my meals the night before, and it has now become routine. It’s actually made my life a lot simpler. Maybe there is some way you can do the same as you have to travel for business. I have eaten out often (which they warn you not to do) and request sauces and other items on the side…the tough part is saying ‘no’ to the steaming loaf of warm bread laid in front of you…while your spouse partakes. But there is still so much you can eat. And I also try to eat raw foods (ie –salads) as much as I can. I think it’s also healthier.
My 3rd round on this diet is coming up Thursday. I’ll be curious to see the outcome this time considering I’ve really slacked on the exercise. BUT, I feel better than I have in years. Good luck to you….I hope this does the same for you.
Arrivederci e Buona Fortuna
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MiaWilliams
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Posted: 20 September 2005 02:30 am |
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| It is so awesome to see everyone helping everyone else out...I am glad I stumbled across this...You guys have been a big boost for me and I am sure lots of people will continue coming here for pure inspiration!!!!:D I will keep updating my progress and hope you all will too....Thanks
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wvpumpkin
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Posted: 20 September 2005 06:05 am |
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| lucebianca, what do you mean by 3rd round. Your 3rd ...eleven day period???? after cheats?? How has your progress been???
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wannabeless
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Posted: 20 September 2005 07:48 am |
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Well here I am at the end of the first day of weight loss 4 idiots!
Thank you to everyone who has helped me and given me advice. I am wondering about the day that is just fruit and vegetables. I love roast veggies, potatoes, parsnips, carrots, sweet potatoes, etc. Usually I shake them in a bag with a little bit of olive oil. There doesn't seem to be added fat on this diet. But I noticed when we eat Mixed Salad with Dressing we can use low fat or low carb dressing. What about tossing the veggies in fat free Italian dressing and then roasting? Or am I just dreaming!
I'm wondering how others are preparing their veggie meal on the fruit and veggie day.
I really enjoyed my fruit salad today with some 95% fat free cool whip which is all that is available in my area.:D
Last edited on 20 September 2005 07:51 am by wannabeless
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elaineinaz
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Posted: 20 September 2005 09:11 am |
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Hi Wannabeless,
On fruit & veggie day, I boiled A TON  of mixed broccoli, cauliflower and baby carrots together until super soft (the way I personally like them), and put on some salt, pepper and/or Mrs. Dash for spicing it up. I've also put salsa and BBQ sauce on them for variety. I eat the veggies until I'm very satisfied, because they don't "stick to my ribs". I am pretty sure you could feel free to put on fat free Italian, or non-fat mayo, or even Molly McButter. I think you could use any of the allowable condiments on the veggies for veggie day. Fruit & veggie day is probably the hardest day, but it's not bad, & the veggies actually taste delicious.
Good luck! :)
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wvpumpkin
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Posted: 20 September 2005 03:49 pm |
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| Since your body needs efa's I would think the diet would include these. like olive oil, avocodo etc?? Just a thought??
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elaineinaz
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Posted: 20 September 2005 05:58 pm |
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| It definitely does...just not on fruit & veggie day!
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lucebianca
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Posted: 20 September 2005 09:19 pm |
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| wvpumpkin - Yes, my 3rd - 11 day period. After the first 2 I was down a total of 14 pounds. It wasn't 9 pounds each time, but considering I've never had decent results on any diet - I'm thrilled with this. This Thursday, 9/22, is the 11th day, so I will weigh in Friday morning. I don't want to weigh in every day, because I don't want to be discouraged. I'll give you all a report on Friday.
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lucebianca
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Posted: 20 September 2005 10:07 pm |
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wannabeless - Great idea on the roasted vegies. I'll have to try that. I've kind of avoided potatoes, thinking they'd be really fattening, but haven't seen anything anywhere that says you can't have them. I've printed up a couple of vegetarian diets and have seen yams. I usually eat the vegies raw or steam them and add 'I-can't-believe-it's-not-butter' or Molly McButter. When I steam broccoli I add a hint of olive oil and some crushed garlic. I use one of those oil sprayers.
My favorite vegie recipe is this: boil green beans (not to long, still a little crispy) drain them and put in a bowl with a top; while they are still steaming hot add several cloves of garlic, cut in chunks (you won't be eating these, just for the flavor); salt and pepper; olive oil; balsamic vinegar and oregano. Put the top on and shake or stir. Do this several times before eating. I make a bunch. They are even better the next day, cold or hot.
Try a really good balsamic vinegar on different things. Believe it or not, it's great over fruit and delicious on broiled salmon and chicken. Check the bottle, though, some have more than 10 calories per serving.
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heaterguy
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Posted: 21 September 2005 12:49 am |
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Okay, here we are a few weeks later. Whats the weight loss to date?
Heaterguy
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bzlife1967
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Posted: 21 September 2005 07:08 pm |
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Hi guys, It is so nice to have this sight. I have finished day 8 and am down 7lbs. I wasn't so good over the weekend as had some friends stop by and had a few beers and went out to dinner and that was on my fruit and veggie day so was a little afraid to step on the scale this morning..... but YAY!
I agree that the mixed nutt's are a great treat. I look forward to my mixed nutt days.
This is the easiest, most satisfying diet I have ever been on. Truly by the time my 4th meal comes I sometimes think of skipping it.
I saw on one of these that someone said they added cheese to their omelete?? I didn't see anywhere where cheese was allowed?
My very favorite is the Orange and Pineapple smoothie, I add a little splenda... tastes just like an orange julius! yum
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heaterguy
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Posted: 22 September 2005 02:18 am |
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I don't know how I missed this post but I am sorry for not responding. No problem with sharing reciepes. Just have to wait until I get rountoit.
Haven't downloaded the diet yet. Still trying the old fashioned way but its not working and I am aggravated.
I bike 10-25 miles a day 5-6 days a week. You would think that is enough to slim down.
Anyhow I am getting closer.
When I was in Europe I always ate whatever they put in front of me including beers and wines and cheeses. Like you I always came back weighing less. What is it about it? Smaller portions and a lot of conversation at the table. You eat, you talk you get filled without eating a lot.
Let me know how the weight is coming off.
Bon giorno.
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wannabeless
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Posted: 22 September 2005 04:25 am |
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I just love this site. I love reading the posts and seeing all the support that everyone is giving each other.
I have been generating menus like crazy. I know the concept is to rotate your food so I'm wondering how often you need to rotate your complete 11 day menu. If I use one 11 day set of menus and then use a different 11 day set of menus do you think it will still work if you go back and use the first set of 11 day menus? Has anyone done that? Is everyone having as much success with the 2nd and 3rd time around?
Last night I had chicken for dinner, but by the time I got home from work my family had eaten most of it and I wanted to have some left overs for the chicken meal today. I had 1 and 1/2 chicken pieces and I was so hungry I was afraid I wouldn't be able to stick to the diet! I cheated a little bit and had some mixed nuts. Not alot, just enough to take the edge off my hunger and then I drank some more water. Hopefully this will be okay.
Today we had a birthday party at work and I purposely bought a cake that I do not like that much so I wouldn't be tempted. I stuck to it and didn't have any! At certain times of the day I find this diet a real challenge and I seem to be very tired by the end of the day. Has anyone else noticed similar symptoms?
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Posted: 22 September 2005 06:06 am |
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Hey everyone! It's so great to see such a good atmosphere here! It's my second day on the diet now and I'm loving it!! I recovered from an eating disorder about 2 years ago and put one some extra weight (a little too much) that I've been trying to take off to reach a healthy weight. But I'd been eating salads, fruits, and sandwiches (my "safe" foods) so this diet is great because I'm loosing weight eating all kinds of foods!! I don't have too much to loose, so I doubt I'll loose the 9lbs. but hey, any is great! Also, the diet says to walk 30 minutes twice a day, but I'd rather run for about 30 minutes instead, does that still count as my exercise???
Good luck to everyone!!!
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lucebianca
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Posted: 22 September 2005 07:58 pm |
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bzlife1967 - You know...you may be right. I thought I remembered seeing (in the omelette instructions) that adding a little cheese was okay. Now that I went back and read them again...I don't see it. Whoops! Wishful thinking I guess... Will have to try the Orange and Pineapple Smoothie. It didn't sound like anything I'd like so I never selected it on my menus. I love Orange Julius (sp?) Did you use canned or fresh pineapple?
wannabeless - I think you can do the same 11-day-diet over and over, if you want to. The 'rotating' is within each 11-day plan. Look at Rule #4 about the rotation of foods from carbs to proteins etc... I have occasionally subsituted some meals with something else of the same kind. One night I didn't have any chicken and ate fish instead. I also ate some mixed nuts instead of chicken one night.
heaterguy - Biking 10-25 miles a day 5-6 days a week! Belissimo! We're going to start calling you Lance! Why on earth that's not taking any weight off, I don't know...doesn't make sense. I'm still feeling good. Haven't had any hunger problems. As I've mentioned earlier I haven't exercised as much as I did before and my water intake wasn't very good. That's unusual for me, I always have a water bottle with me. Just too much going on and not paying attention! My weigh-in is tomorrow...and will report in, good or bad. But the way I see it: any weight loss is a good thing.
Ciao!
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Posted: 22 September 2005 11:12 pm |
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| Hi, everyone. I'm new to these boards and just ordered the Fat Loss for Idiots this am. I'd appreciate any help from anyone here that's been doing the program. I have some questions that I need cleared up before I can start. What have most of you done, the 11 day or the plan that you make your own menus. I'd appreciate your help and I'm so glad there's a board to discuss these things.
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