SparkPeople 17 Day Diet Team Messageboard

I'm stuck!

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:28:22 EST

Hi All,

I haven't posted for a while. So busy with traveling for work and just keeping up. I had a nice weekend, the one before this last one. GFs and I went to San Francisco and a wine tour of Sonoma. Needless to say, I wasn't completely on plan because of the wine tasting. Meals were not bad and I ate according to program as much as possible. My weight went up by only 2 pounds, which wasn't bad.

I started cycle 1 all over again on Monday, the 10th. Unfortunately ...

New to the group on Cycle 2

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 05:17:23 EST

I am so happy to have found this group!! I am on Cycle 2 day 4 and have lost 20 lbs so far. I am sure having this group will keep me motivated!!

Starting tomorrow 6/17

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 22:22:32 EST

I just got the book and taking notes. I'm about to go grocery shopping to prepare. I'm kind of excited about it!

Just signed up today, been on 17 Day Diet 9 days

Fri, 7 Jun 2013 20:31:47 EST

Hello everyone. I'm so excited to find others who are on this diet! I would love support. I look forward to communicating with you all. I still need to set up my home page and will work on that soon.

New Yogurts!

Thu, 6 Jun 2013 21:06:55 EST

So excited - have you all seen that Dannon Lite & Fit now has NO ASPARTAME (No Nutrasweet)!!! YAY!!

AND... they also make Dannon Lite & Fit GREEK blends now!!!!! So stinking yummy. I am having the toasted coconut vanilla and OMGOSH - good. And only 7g sugar (naturally occuring in the yogurt). Legal on 17DD!!

Another good new one is Yoplait Greek 100

NO SUGAR ADDED!! Woot! So glad the yogurt people are catching on! I was missing my "Carbmaster" from Kroger, ...

Hello From A Newbie..

Wed, 5 Jun 2013 02:21:43 EST

Hello everyone,

I am willeebee and I have been on the 17DD for 6 days now. At last weigh in I was at 192 Lbs. and I'm hoping to get to 180. I have been doing OK so far but I'm a little concerned because of my work shift (6PM - 7AM Sun, Mon & Tue). I'm always out of whack and tired because of this shift but I have managed to stay on the right foods, just at odd hours. I go back to non vampire hours tomorrow since my shift is now over. I hope that the flip flop in my eating habits ea...

THANKS!

Sun, 2 Jun 2013 22:22:07 EST

Thanks for my goodie; although, I feel less than deserving as our "Cinco de Mayo" challenge went out the window for me... a couple of weeks ago.

I'm glad it's a new month & I'm determined to find all of my fitness gear, get a new program written and get a movin' again.

THANKS for all of your support and encouragement.

: )

happy

Sun, 2 Jun 2013 01:36:34 EST

I am on C1D6 now. It's only midnight, so i am soon to go to sleep, but as of yesterday, I have lost 3.3 pounds since Monday! I am very excited. I have stayed committed and I have resisted birthday cake, snacks, soda, candy, etc.... I am determined to reach my goal. I am just so very happy with this diet so far!

busy but productive

Sun, 2 Jun 2013 01:31:08 EST

didn't mean to post here too... lol

New here. C1d2

Sat, 1 Jun 2013 09:45:21 EST

Hey guys. I'm new to this forum as well as the diet. Any tips and support would be greatly appreciated. What's a great breakfast to be making. Two days in a row that the breakfast wasn't too appealing to me. I ate it of course lol

Anyone starting the week of June 3rd?

Fri, 31 May 2013 15:57:29 EST

Hey everyone! I'm not necessarily new here but I plan to start C1 on this coming Monday! I have been through the cycle twice and am down about 30 pounds. My wedding is about 3 months away and I would like to keep the downward spiral going :D

Anyway, the reason I ask is it's nice to have some support going through the cycles!

New here! :)

Thu, 30 May 2013 20:50:46 EST

Hi Everyone!
I am brand new to the 17 day diet, I am currently on day C1, Day 4. I am super excited about this and I also feel hopeful for once and I am committed. I am a wife, mom to three, and I am 35 years old and i need to lose about 25 pounds. So far, as of this morning, I had lost 1.5 pounds. So, in three days, I lost 1.5 pounds. I can handle that. I have been struggling to lose weight for about three years now.

I am loving the diet and I look forward to losing this we...

New, 2nd day

Wed, 29 May 2013 15:27:13 EST

This is my 2nd day. Also new to SP. Never have done any diet. Lost weight once in a similar way- limiting starch and carbs, controlling my sugar intake, so I know it can work. Have gotten out of control with sugar in the last 3 years and gained 25 lbs, though I excercise a lot regularly, so that's a lot of sugar! I am a daily sugar and chocolate consumer. Limiting alcohol is necessary for me, too, and it will be a bit hard because Spring is the time of year in which I love to sit outsi...

Restarting 17DD today

Mon, 20 May 2013 18:01:54 EST

Hello!
I had a lot of success with 17DD a year or two back and was active on this board. I have gained some weight lately - some if it due to strength training -- but in any event I would love to be leaner... Of all the plans I have tried I can say 17DD really does work if I follow it and am prepared with on-plan foods. Look forward to chatting with everyone!

Memorial Day Finish

Wed, 8 May 2013 07:55:25 EST

Even with Mother's day I can do this. We are doing a grill out and I will just have turkey burgers or chicken breast and grilled veggies.

MAY 8-PRE 17-DAY PLAN-
MAY 9-
MAY-27-

PLAN OUT MENU-
GET EXERCISE IN DAILY
DRINK LEMON WATER AND GREEN TEA
NO CHEATING
FINISH

Which Cycle & What's for Dinner tonight

Wed, 8 May 2013 00:02:03 EST

I am restarting an older topic with a little twist. I get bored the longer I stay on a plan. I have read where others have the same issue. I am not the best at using spices and yet we have a lot of creative people on this site.

I am proposing that we reply by listing the cycle and list what is on your dinner menu. If we want to post a recipe...lets list it under the appropriate cycle recipe thread. This could be a dinner menu list for everyone when you just don't know what t...

I'm new tomorrow is my first day of 17 DD

Mon, 6 May 2013 18:14:09 EST

So I recently came off of The Shred diet , and while I enjoyed it all the protein shakes kinda drive me nuts , so I am alternating with this any advice for a 17DD newbie ?

CINCO DE MAYO CHALLENGE

Sun, 5 May 2013 08:46:34 EST

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Time to claim my independence from....
...sabotaging my own efforts to REACH my GOAL!! I am letting go of anything that is not GOOD for ME and where I want to be by June. I deserve this!

5/5 320 100 wall pushups & leg lifts
5/6 311 267 91 106 Awesome 3 mile walk!!
5/7 311 320 319 267

Using SparkPeople for 17DD

Fri, 3 May 2013 10:39:23 EST
I am currently C2D15 and have not lost since C1 where I dropped 8 pounds. I have been reading a lot of posts here and haven't quite figured out the reason yet for no loss. I basically kept my menus the same as C1 and added oatmeal to my C2 days. I will listen to everyone's advice and continue on to C3. My question is what guidelines do you follow for the nutrition tracker for 17DD? Or is there a way to adjust my tracker to follow 17DD? I keep having to daily track in Spark and also in anoth...

Non Scale Victory!

Wed, 1 May 2013 15:20:49 EST
What is yours? This is something that you are happy with other than the scale.

Mine, Husband made popcorn last night and I did not have a bite! And I love how the seatbelt in the car fits now.

have you tried Dr. Mike's Power Cookie?

Wed, 1 May 2013 12:03:25 EST
I am wondering how the Power cookie tastes? I hate buy ingredients I may not use otherwise. Please rate it for me!

I am on D17C1! have not been having my usual sugar cravings. Loving it!!

First day on 17 day diet

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:50:51 EST
Hi! I'm a 57 yo female and need to lose 25-30 pounds. I've used WW and SparkPeople. I've tried to "watch what I eat" and know I am eating better than ever but still can't lose an ounce. I really need to get the weight off for health reasons. I'm ready to start the 17 day diet and have bought the book and workbook. I have read through cycle 1 information and scanned the rest of the book. I started with the lemon water this morning and rather enjoyed it. Had the scrambled egg white and g...

I'm new, 1st day of 17dd

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:05:03 EST
I'm new to this diet plan, not new to sparkpeople, but am back after a few-year hiatus. I successfully lost about 50 lbs back in 2008, but the weight crept back after a job loss and some other major life stressing events. I'm back to work, life is nice and stable for the most part, and I'm ready to tackle this weight loss full force again! I'm at 201 and my goal is 120, I am 5'2" tall, hourglass shape.

I set up my sparkpeople meals for the diabetes plan, so that it wouldn't give...

How much wiggle room is there in C1?

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 16:58:30 EST
I've been pretty good about sticking to: chicken breast, fish, turkey, brussels sprouts, asparagus, lettuce, tomatoes, apples, oranges, strawberries, red grapes, greek yogurt, eggs, and cottage cheese. Been drinking my water, green tea just once/day, and lemon water, though I drink it cold. I always have, and really just don't want to change now.

I've also had a little bit of coconut milk in smoothies (sorry Kefir just is NOT happening. I can't get past the smell). This week...

Can"t reply by phone

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 20:55:37 EST
I can read posts, but can"t replly! Taking care of parents and will be back Wednesday!

Boy, this works!

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 21:15:17 EST
Well, I was here a little over a year ago and got TONS of support & advice from this team. Things were going great and I'd lost about 30 lbs. - just 10 more pounds to go. Then we had a death in our family (dear FIL) and emotionally, I just lost track. For the rest of that year, I just couldn't wrap my mind around getting back on track with the 17DD & I put the weight back on ;(.

But, I'm back on track now!!! So excited!!! This is C1, D6 & I'm down about 8 lbs. already. I'm r...

Help!! I'm new

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:33:58 EST

Hi everyone, newbie to 17dd but not spark people. I really want to start this diet where can I get the meals plans, etc i don't have the book! I just wanna jump right in both feet! It's time,.......please help!!

Non-official Challenge

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 11:08:23 EST
This is just something I was thinking about today. I am seeing posts about food and just thought I would challenge everyone to try something different that is 17DD compliant. For example: If you normally eat yogurt as your probiotic then try one of the other ones listed such as Kimchee, sauerkraut or Miso. 469
Or try a new recipe for the cleansing vegetables or protein. Use new seasonings, spice it up! Make it fun!
Please share anything you have tried and what Cycle yo...

Drinkyou lemon water today?

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 10:16:53 EST
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Post here daily if you drank it

Dry Chicken Breast

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:04:27 EST
How do you get Chicken breast moist, tender and juicy when cooking? It always comes out dry. Any advise?

Questions / thoughts on carbo loading

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:39:27 EST
I've been on the 17 Day Diet for about a month now with good results.

My question is what do I do the night before a 1/2 marathon? I have tried several different things before a long race and I find that pasta or a hamburger and fries (real ones, not fast food!) make for the best results.

That said, the only time I didn't gain 5lbs after a 1/2 marathon is when I didn't carbo load the night before. I also had a horrible race and briefly passed out afterwards. Needless ...

Newbie Here C1D1

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:24:40 EST
Hi Everyone,
I started day 1 today and have had a headache most of the day. I've read some of the posts and am happy to see so much success. I'm a chocoholic and the headaches are probably due to sugar withdrawals.

My daughter is getting married in 5 months and I prefer less of me attend the wedding.

In the new member posts, it mentions a FAQ for newbies, but I couldn't find it. If you can point me in the right direction, I'd be grateful.

If anyone el...

Salad Dressing

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 09:51:51 EST
What do you use for salad dressing? I have been using fat-free Marzetti dressings but I hate that they contain high fructose corn syrup.

I am new to the 17 day diet....any advice?

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 17:26:34 EST
I have had the book for quite awhile now. I get so discouraged with myself, when I try to lose weight. I think I've tried every diet there is.

For those of you who have been on this diet, can you share with me any advice, or tips that worked for you? Thanks!!

Sue

I'm back....

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 11:26:02 EST
Woah, I sort of disappeared....tried to stay near the mark but missed it. My first go around with the 17 day diet I lost 27 pounds. I was thrilled that I was getting close to breaking through a number I'd never wanted to see appear on the scales in the first place (but when it first appeared I was pregnant with my oldest). Things happened....life happened and some stressful events along the way. This morning I got on the scale for the first time in MONTHS!! and was not happy at all (um ye...

Day 6, no weight lost

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 11:42:50 EST
I'm on day 6 of the accelerate cycle, I was hoping to have lost 1-2 pounds but unfortunately...nothing. I have followed the diet to the letter. Anyone have any advice for me? I haven't done the 17 minutes a day of exercise but I worked out twice this week with a jillian michaels video. I also have a very active job as a dog groomer.

HELP!!!

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 11:59:42 EST
ok, c1d3....doing well, but tonight I have to go celebrate my sister in law's bday at the local mexican restaurant....I am extremely nervous...I usually make a meal of the chips and salsa alone!!! what should I get ? I am thinking grilled chicken with vegetables...any thing special I can ask for? and lots of prayers my way, please!! 30

Anyone else very active?

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 19:56:13 EST
I teach zumba three times/week, zumba toning once/week, zumba sentao every other week, and I run. I am not willing to give up any of that of course, and HAVE been on a similar diet to this, but I was woozy to the point of delirium. 20

Problem is, I can't see HOW a person could really eat more calorie wise when lean proteins and fruits/veggies are pretty low cal as it is.

Also, confused re: eggs. Are they unlimited, or limit of two per day???

First time trying 17DD

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 18:09:46 EST
Hola! Been on spark for a long, long time. Started around 212? Maybe more. Anywho, I DID reach my goal weight after 4 years of trying, but have gotten lax on the food front and find myself up 15 lbs.

What I have learned about my body since joining Spark is: Grains and gluten are not my friends. I discovered Paleo recently and try to do that for the most part, and i feel sooo much better, more energetic, less bloated when I do. But I found myself becoming too dependent on t...

Day 2 of Cycle 1.....ex cited!!!

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 12:37:50 EST
Hello All!!!

Today is day 2 of cycle 1 for me and i am so excited about this diet! My starting weight yesterday was 214.5 lbs, I ate all the right things yesterday and exercised for 25 minutes. I weighed myself this morning and i weighed in at 211.7, thats a 2.8 lb lost in 1 day!!!

I"m so excited about about this diet, and surprisingly Day 1 was bad at all. My chocolate cravings were "satisfied" by baby carrots

THANKS, to the AWESOME leaders & TERRIFIC team!

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 19:50:56 EST
Thank you team leaders for my goodie today. I am pleased with how April has started out, and my desire is to see the second half be even better.

We really do have a TERRIFIC Team and I'm so appreciative of the support and relationships I have on here.

Woo Hoo, go TEAM! 104

Kiko : )

Results are in... Surgery is looming...

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 14:22:30 EST
I just got back from the Orthopedic surgeon... and well, I'm rejoicing... even though it's HUGE news...

I am going to have a total hip replacement. And probably within 2 months.. or near there.

A few years back, I noticed that there was a pain in my leg... and really, no range of motion... noticeable when I try to put on my right sock. I just can't do it very easily really... it's one of my biggest struggles... My leg just doesn't move that way... giving me access to...

Giving an Ice Breaker speech tonight...

Tue, 9 Apr 2013 07:26:40 EST
I'm giving my first speech tonight in Toastmasters and I'm nervous! It'll be about my weight loss, so at least it's on something I know, but I'm still nervous! I'm bringing my son for support and as a guest, as the group is thinking of opening a junior chapter locally and it might be a good idea for him to join. Breathe in, breathe out. I can do this...
Not sure how I'll be able to focus on work today!
I'm probably going to be sneaking looks at my speech all day and trying to...

C1-started 4/6/13

Sun, 7 Apr 2013 12:20:52 EST
Hi, I am just starting after watching the scales climb 9 pounds in the last 2 months. I love sugar and need detoxed so this feels like the right start for me. I have read the book except the details of C2,C3,C4. I figured I did not need to know what was coming until close to the next stage. Day 1 was not bad at all. I am following the menu in the book so far. I will be looking at the site for helpful hints and definitely need the encouragement. I figure I can do ANYTHING for 17 days! ...

APRIL MOVEMENT BRINGS MAY IMPROVEMENT

Mon, 1 Apr 2013 17:24:36 EST
We Marched Forth to Spring.. and many of us found that a little movement can be FUN!
321 218 318

27 376 NOW APRIL IS HERE!! 257 378

We know April showers bring May flowers... now it's time to see what a commitment to MORE MOVEMENT will bring!

APRIL MOVEMENT BRINGS MAY IMPROVEMENT!!
What does May improvement bring??? REWARDS!

Come May 1st, if you se...

April 1 start

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 20:14:56 EST
Easter overstuffed
I am jumping back on again

snacks - late night hunger

Sun, 31 Mar 2013 18:53:29 EST
any new ideas for snacks besides the fruit/probiotics? Something you could eat anytime if you are hungry? I am having a late night hunger problem that water does not help.

C3 Question

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 10:46:28 EST
I have a question regarding english muffins. I can't find a reference to this in the book, but may have overlooked it. I had a Jimmy Dean Delight breakfast sandwich this morning, which has a low cal whole grain english muffin. Does anyone know if this counts as 1 or 2 servings? Thanks!!

Grocery shopping list

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 13:29:00 EST
I used to have a link to a 17DD grocery shopping list that was color coded by the cycles. Anyone know where I can find that?

truvia vs sucralose?

Sun, 24 Mar 2013 09:34:05 EST
I have read the book and sucralose is not mentioned....can you use it or does it still make you crave the sugar? Also I noticed the kefir seemed to have al lot of sugar...is there a low carb or sugar free brand that I need to be buying?

17DD to regular calorie counting?

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 16:48:42 EST
Before I ask my question, here's some background: From June 2011 - November 2011, I lost approx. 45 lbs. just calorie counting and exercising. I have maintained that loss since then, and up until now, I've been pretty satisfied with the amount of calories I can eat (2200 per day). However, ever since I visited family in early January, I've been having trouble getting back on track. I'll have a string of on-plan days, and then I'll go off plan again. Mostly, it's sloppy habits creeping bac...

Are fresh juices allowed on C1

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 01:21:34 EST
HI I am starting C1 today and would like to know if i can have freshly pressed home made juices like carrot, apple etc... Yes will stick to the fruits n vegs mentioned in the C1 list ...

Thanks.....

New Tea with a Probiotic

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 18:17:19 EST
DH bought some Orange Spice tea from Bigelow and it had a sample of Lemon Ginger Herb Plus tea. I tried it and it is really good! The "plus" part is a probiotic called Ganeden BC30 Probiotic. At first I thought "How can the probiotic survive the hot water? So I looked it up and found out it does! It can survive heat during manufacturing and is shelf stable. And it tastes good which is why I will probably buy a box. 469

www.bigelowtea.com/Catalog/Product/5
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17 DD Videos

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 11:47:57 EST
For those who may not have watched these or have not watched in awhile, Here is a link to Dr. Moreno's You Tube channel. I hope the link works but if not let me know. I am pretty certain the link and videos are mentioned in another forum but since I listened/watched them all again this morning I caught some info I had missed the first time.
www.youtube.com/user/17DayDiet/video
s?view=0

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Fat Loser Quote - Failure

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 07:57:05 EST
Fat people see themselves as failures.
Fit people see themselves as comeback artists.

....While fat people are wallowing in thoughts of failure, fit people see themselves as mentally tough enough to make a comeback. They believe it doesn't matter how many times you fail, but how often you succeed. They believe failure allows us to begin again more intelligently, so that's what they do! The irony of fat people who make a comeback and get fit is that they seem to enjoy the vict...

Meditation (Chopra center starts Mar 11)it's free

Sun, 10 Mar 2013 10:17:05 EST
I really got so much from the last 21 day meditation challenge..

So for this one.... I am setting the intention to begin a meditation practice. A practice that I do daily and is a natural part of my life. I realize as I write this it may be the one thing I can do for myself that even an injury would not affect. I seem to gain as much from sitting in my one chair that supports my back as i did doing it in an Ashram sitting on a floor cushion. I can even do walking meditation.
...

Starting C1 week of March 10th

Thu, 7 Mar 2013 15:40:46 EST
Hi y'all! I'm starting C1 again on Monday March 11th. Anyone else want to join me on C1?

You can post here about all your trials and tribulations while cleansing your system on C1. Ask any questions you want - we have the answers and are here for support having done it before successfully!

Remember - You can do anything for 17 Days!!

Sweet ideas replacing artificial sweeteners

Wed, 6 Mar 2013 23:52:27 EST
Hi! I just started this diet, and boy was it a bad idea to coincide with my period. I am miserable! I can't/won't use artificial sweeteners because I have a very bad reaction to them. Any tips for making some of these sweeter recipes with some sort of replacement? I'm dying for something sweet, and even fruit isn't cutting it at this point.

Bored with food on 17 DD?

Mon, 4 Mar 2013 09:30:12 EST
If you haven't already, check out the recipe sections! Click on "see More Topics" and not just the stickies! There are many great recipes here. You can also go to
17ddgal.blogspot.com/2011/11/recipe-
links-thedoctorstv-website-c1.html
And find many compliant recipes. If you have a question about any recipe e-mail 17 Day Diet or Dr. Moreno.
If you have Facebook there is a 17 DD Free recipe page. As always, be cautious and if there is any doubts about a reci...

deja view

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 10:13:18 EST
Hi. I had great success with 17DD for my first year aug 2011-aug2012. then i struggled and finally decided to change focus to exercise and eating healthy.

Well a recent back injury has curtailed my movement ability and weight rising. so.... i decided to go back to what I know literally saved me and recommit to following it.

It is really not deja view because i am not the same person i was either in body or knowledge. I am still down 83 pounds from my top weight. a...

March 4th (Forth) into Spring Challenge!

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:28:11 EST
Hi 17 Day-ers! 213
The challenge is simple, plan an activity you enjoy doing but may not have done in awhile. For example, for some of you this may be horseback riding or maybe bike riding (outside!) or walking in a park. I know some of us will still have cold weather so if you can't get outdoors yet, try an inside activity such as dancing (around the house is fine), swimming in an indoor pool or go bowling! There are even Sparkers who Hula Hoop! Then come back here at leas...

Supplements- too much caffeine?

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 11:16:54 EST
I have been doing the 17 dd off and on. I do not like green tea, nor do I like yogurt of any kind. I recently saw on Dr. Oz that he suggests Gr. Coffee bean extract. THEREFORE...I have been taking a probiotic supplement, Gr. Tea (which contains caffiene,) Gr. Coffee bean (which also contains caffiene.) I also saw that Raspberry Ketones are benefitial in weight loss.I was wondering if any one else was in the same boat? If it o.k. for all of these supplements.? 24

1st Officail day for Cycle 1 -- have a few ????

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 09:52:51 EST
Ok first ? is i made the flax bread yesterday, it was all good but was wondering about the possibilities of making it more like a real bread by adding other flowers to it. I know rice flower is not permitted on C1, but my bf bought me almond flower which is pretty low in the carbs for

1 serving it has calories--160, fat--14 g, carbs--6 g, fiber--3, and protein 6--g
obviously that b4 mixing it with anything but was wondering if the ratio would be good for making stuff ...

Muffin Tops and Love Handles

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 13:15:55 EST
I noticed a few weeks ago that I am losing in my lower abdomen area but that darn Muffin Top wants to hang on! 198 I have read that it is usually the last to go and that you can't spot reduce. *sigh* Guess I will have to keep pushing! Anyone else struggle with this? Where do you find you lose first??

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carb cravings

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 11:03:41 EST
I am on day 4 of the seventeen diet. So far, so good, except I am craving a piece of bread or oatmeal or something! I have no cravings for sweets, which is good. I am trying to just think if I can just get through these 17 days, then I can allow myself a cheat day, so I can have a piece of toast! Does anyone else have this happen, and how do you deal with it?

I am back from being MIA....so frustated....

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 08:21:27 EST
Well when I was on here last I had just started the 17 day diet and had gotten the book, and I was doing well I was down 10 lbs. My boyfriend and I were getting into a schedule at the gym and eating good. Then we fell out of the routine, had some bad meals, had valentines dinner, ect. ect......now i am back up 7 lbs I am just so frustrated I could scream.

I need to make sure i am getting on here everyday and making this a priority and not missing a single day. I really need to...

Some pretty awesome news!

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 07:22:59 EST
Hi everyone... been really busy... I did lose what I gained, which is great... the cold has hit us again, which isn't so great! LOL
My back is tightening up again.. hate that (arthritis)..
anyway, my sister-in-law called me last night with awesome news... turns out she was cutting hair with someone from People magazine yesterday (she works in NYC) and shared my weightloss success story with her... and this person can, apparently, write my story for that issue where they highlight...

New

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 20:22:03 EST
Hi, I've been on the 17 day diet and have made it to cycle 3 doing well. However, this last week I did not do well. I had lots of sugary snacks and some fried food. I've decided to start again in cycle 1 to detox. I've lost 16 lbs since Jan 2, 2013. My husband isn't following it any more which is throwing me off track but I've decided I need to get back on and am encouraging him to get back on track with me. I joined this just to get some encouragement/motivation/ideas from others.

C1, Day 4(tomorrow) New to Team!

Sun, 17 Feb 2013 16:48:43 EST
Hey guys ... I started cycle 1 on friday and tomorrow I will be embarking on day 4.

I am wanting to lose weight as I have been a certain weight for approximately the last 10 years and just tired of being body conscious. Admittedly, I'm only borderline overweight for my height but I can feel that my body isn't quite right on the inside and is all sluggish from rubbish eating habits.

I'm hoping that following this diet means I will get all the nutritional basics that I've...

Just started the 17 Day Diet Plan

Sat, 16 Feb 2013 22:50:05 EST
Hey everyone, not sure if I'm doing this right or not...

I just started the 17 Day Diet Plan two weeks ago, have lost about 6 lbs. Feeling kinda discourged tonight, fell off the diet the past couple days...Valentines Day, keeping grandkids, but I am determined to see this through. Tomorrow is a new day!! 198

First day!

Sat, 16 Feb 2013 12:19:09 EST
Hello!
I am starting the ''17 day diet'' today!
In one month from now is my daughters 4th b.party and i would like to wear something nice have 50 extra pounds and i am wondering how much weight i can lose in a month with the 17 day diet?? 30

17 Day Diet sickness?

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:18:50 EST
So i've been on the 17 Day Diet for 8 days, and the last few days i've noticed that i've been feeling really sick and moody. Today for lunch I had a chicken salad, and I felt absolutely nauseous afterwards. And as i've mentioned i'm feeling angry all the time. I don't know if my body is detoxing, or i'm actually getting sick. I've been working out regularly, and I've been diligently tracking my calorie consumption. Also, i feel like i'm not eating enough.

Any ideas/thoughts?

First Day

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 14:33:40 EST
I did the 17DD last year and had some great success--I lost roughly 33 pounds in a three month period. However, due to moving and other things going on, I started eating unhealthily. I've gained back 12 pounds!! Most of that was due to poor eating choices and stress.

I'm back on board though! Just started day 1 of cycle 1. My birthday was yesterday, so I have so many leftovers that I cannot eat now...so it's a temptation zone at home. Thankfully, there's the freezer and some hungry...

I'm new and starting on 2/11/13!

Sat, 9 Feb 2013 16:48:44 EST
Hey All!

I just signed up for Spark people. Specifically, I'm starting the 17 Day Diet on Monday 2/11/13.. going to do my grocery shopping tomorrow! Any tips or suggestions?

One of my aunt's just recently started last week and is doing well and recommended this diet book!

Looking forward to trying to change for the better!
- Heidi

C1D1, new to team--somewhat overwhelmed

Tue, 5 Feb 2013 14:45:10 EST
Hi, everyone! Today is my first day of cycle 1. So far, I think I have done well, but I am HUNGRY :( I know, I know, it is a diet--I am going to be hungry LOL. One question I have is, what is the amount of fruit we can have. For instance, for a snack I plan on having red grapes. How many can I have? Thanks!

A Reminder!

Sun, 3 Feb 2013 17:15:04 EST
I just wanted to post a reminder to those with questions that Dr. Moreno has several Q&A videos on the 17 DD website. It's helpful to those of you who are newbies to the diet and to some of us oldies who need the reminders once in awhile! 40
Here is the link:

www.the17daydiet.com/answering-your-
questions/

New with a couple of questions

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 21:03:13 EST
Hi! I am new to the 17 day diet. I like the low carb approach in Cycle 1 with the addition of the low sugar fruits. I have been reading the book this weekend and have a few questions.

1. Some of the recipes on this forum have milk in them. I cannot find in the book information about dairy for Cycle 1 other than the yogurt and low fat cheeses. I usually have half-and-half in my coffee and use Almond Breeze in smoothies and other cooking. Are these two things acceptable in Cy...

Super motivated...

Sat, 2 Feb 2013 11:17:42 EST
I hate hate hate when I type a huge post and it goes away and I have to retype it but then I feel too lazy to do it! LOL

Anyway, I'm just about to do a 4 mile workout, because I finally feel back to my normal self. I think that Punxsutawney Phil seeing forcasting an early spring has alot to do with my attitude as well! Yay!

I'm just super motivated today. I almost feel like doing another walking workout later, but then who knows after I finish this one.

...

Fat Loser Quote - Friend or Enemy?

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 07:54:45 EST
"Fat people see food as their enemy. Fit people see food as their friend."

"The human brain's primary purpose is the preservation of the mind and body. When an event occurs, the brain asks: 1. What is it? 2. What does it mean? 3. What do I do? If you can re-frame the meaning of the event, you can alter the response that's sent back from the brain. Example: The event is someone offering you a hot fudge sundae. You interpret the sundae as something that will give you massive pleasure...

The Spark by Chris Downie

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 22:48:35 EST
I was reading The Spark by Chris Downie today... and read a line in it that truly shocked me! * Just five minutes of stress can leave your immune system vulnerable for nearly six hours. * I shouldn't be shocked, but WOW! That's insane!

Just joined this team

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 14:00:02 EST
I just started the 17 DD today! I hope this works!!

Any ideas on how to handle a holiday?

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 11:16:28 EST
Hi....I will be 10 days into cycle 2 when we leave for our holiday. All-inclusive in mexico for 2 weeks. I am trying to go over in my head how I will handle it! On one hand I just want to enjoy our holiday on the other I don't want to go nuts! I know we will be doing a lot of walking and swimming for exercise. I know that there will be lots of veggies and fruits available at the buffets, but I am not sure about how the protein will be prepared. I am concerned about the al acarte's and t...

Back to the land of the living... I think

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 07:15:16 EST
Been down for the count for a few days... how are you all doing?

I've been not feeling well this past weekend. It's been bitter cold up here in the Northeast and I've been soooooooo cold. Freezing, in fact. Not feeling well and in bed alot. Friday, took the day off to go to the therapist, which I ended up cancelling (will have to reschedule)... and going up to see my son at Districts (Sara... congrats to your child as well! Daughter was it? I'll have to re-read that... I've b...

New Member

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 06:28:14 EST
Hi!
My 1st day of C1 today!!!
I have 10 kilos to lose and am looking forward to getting and eventually being able to give advice and support!!!
:)

Breakfast ideas and recipes...

Sun, 27 Jan 2013 01:58:00 EST
Breakfast is my hardest meal. I am used to having two graham crackers when I first get up and then a bowl of oatmeal. This obviously won't work for cycle 1. I am not a big egg fan. It would help me to get some ideas for breakfast. Do you have some good ones to share?

Wish I had measured inches

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 16:58:10 EST
Before I started the 17 day diet, I got my weight and body fat measurements. I wanted to measure my inches too but couldn't find my tape measure. Well now I wish I had searched harder. While I was working out yesterday, I glanced at the gym mirror( which I usually don't like to do) and my tummy seemed flatter with less rolls in my spandex top (He he); wishful thinking I thought. Well last night DH says to me "your waist is smaller, you are losing weight" 9 . Well let me tell you, I...

WELCOME new co-leader FP4HLOSER

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 16:23:46 EST
Val, your positive, helpful attitude is just what we need to help the team as a whole and individually meet our goals :) Thank you for your commitment to the tools the 17DD offers, and to gently leading others to share this same commitment. Thank you for stepping up to the plate! (Or the veggie tray).

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C1 Question

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 07:19:03 EST
Does anyone have recommendations on how to eat canned tuna or salmon? I need some new things to eat for lunch as I am getting a little tired of ground turkey. Thanks for your help.

Upcoming girl party I am hosting.....

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 12:34:32 EST
I am having some friends over for a girl party this fri.

I am planning on making kale chips and the cauliflower popcorn. But i was wondering if anyone has any other ideas of stuff I could have / make for the night. I am on the Cycle 1 and will only serve what is appropriate for me to eat ( friends have been told to eat supper before coming) and that i am only serving just snacks / munchies which will be on the healthy side.

I was wondering if the flax bread was g...

Completed C1

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 08:54:40 EST
I am down 6.9lbs. I am happy with that. It isn't as much as the first time I did the diet but I am happy and now off to P2. Excited about the additional food options - I was starting to get a little bored.

Not eating enough?

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 20:33:54 EST
I feel like I'm not eating enough! I couldn't have said that 3 weeks ago!! I'm C2D2 and I just don't feel like eating!! I don't really get hungry, and almost have to force the recommended foods, like the yogurt and fruit. I don't want to get my body into starvation mode so that it holds on the the weight. Has anyone else felt like this?

Newbie to Team...Hi!

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 16:45:08 EST
Hi everyone,

I'm new to the team, but I just finished Round 1 of Cycles 1-3. I've lost a total of 12 pounds since I began the diet in early December. I'm back on Cycle 1 as of today. I've got about another 20-25 more pounds to lose and I'm hoping to do that by the end of April. My BMI has changed from obese to now overweight which is an accomplishment in itself!

I really like the diet and am eating healthier than I ever have in my life, so I know this is finally the ...

Fat Loser Quote - Cravings

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 10:27:38 EST
"Fat people give in to cravings. Fit people prepare for cravings."

Cravings are one of the most common downfalls of the average dieter.The problem with giving in to cravings is allowing old eating habits to creep back into your life and threaten to take you back where you began. Fit people know that giving into cravings, no matter how small, is a slippery slope and a dieting disaster! Middle-class thinking tells the person this little cheat meal won't make that big of a difference,...

Wii Weight hit!

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 07:34:20 EST
Since last Sunday, down 6.5 lbs for me.... Ivan down 5 lbs... I'm down a total of 127 lbs! Ivan is still catching up to his loss of 73 lbs as he gained some over his Christmas Mode... but he's 5 lbs away from that... so he's at 68 lbs down. Almost there. I hit "Wii weight" today... a personal goal of mine. I can now get on that board without fear of breaking the damn thing! SCORE!

Oh happy day!!!

Sun, 20 Jan 2013 22:42:48 EST
I just had to share. I am on C1D14, something happened today that has never happened to me before, I went to a pot luck and was able to walk right by the bread, pastries, fried chicken, beef, casseroles and desserts and helped myself to a small salad with a tiny drizzle of italian dressing (which was the healthiest dressing available) with a few grapes for sweetness. The best part was the salad was sitting between the assorted breads and the most delectable chocolate cake you ever saw - and ...

c1d7- ugh the cravings

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 23:37:12 EST
Today I ate a butter tart, just wanted sweet. Pulled myself together finished the day strong, but will this just make a mess of the work I have done?

Contest! I need votes everyday til Feb 28th!

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 16:58:53 EST
I just entered a contest... please vote for me! I hope I win! It's a "Share your story contest" where I can win a trip to Florida to meet Leslie Sansone. I've been using her exercise videos for most of my entire weight loss, so it's be pretty awesome to meet her and thank her, not to mention get to go down there to actually walk with her! Please vote for me! (oh and I'll probably bug you ALOT to vote for me ALOT up til February 28th)... but it'd be pretty cool to win! Thank you!!!
...

Some C2 thoughts!!

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 08:29:00 EST
I posted this over in the daily check-in, but for those who don't chat over there, here's some thoughts on C2!!

LOTS of great stuff going on in here!!

Many of us are moving on to C2 - and there's lots to chat about, as we add new foods. We have to be super careful to not think of this cycle (or C3) as "free willy!!" It's essential that we move through these cycles mindfully - we are training our bodies to tolerate and USE healthy carbs!! AND - this slow addition of new ...

Zuppa Toscana 17DD Style! (Cycle 1?)

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:13:34 EST
I made this up the other day and I think it is wuuuuunderful! I may be a bit biased towards my own cooking LOL! But try it anyways!

Zuppa Toscana (wink, wink!)

1 chicken breast--sliced or cubed
1 link of Al Fresca Itailian Sausage cut into "coins"
www.alfrescoallnatural.com/FlavorDet
ails.aspx?ID=9781
1 cup of carrots sliced
1 cup cauliflower --chopped fine like the size of rice (I used raw)
About 4 cups of chicken broth (I...

1st 17 Days of 2013 - LOSERS... post here!!!

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 13:12:45 EST
There are so many success stories so far this year - Let's SHARE that good news here to inspire those who might need the SPARK to get started, or to keep going!!
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Finished Phase 1--- DOWN 12lbs!!!

Fri, 18 Jan 2013 08:06:43 EST
Don't you love those moments when you stand on the scale and say "Oh my gosh you got to be kidding me!!!" out of disbelief at your weightloss. Wow! 12lbs. I started Jan 1 at 282 and today I am 270. Incredible. My face looks slimmer and my body feels less "full". On to phase 2!!! I hope you guys are having just as great or better success!

Green Tea?

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:44:32 EST
Does everyone drink the green tea before meals? I havn't been sleeping well the last couple of nights. I usually avoid caffeine after noon....so I am wondering if the dinner caffeine is the culprit? In saying this, I have really been enjoying the freshness of the green tea and I think it does curb my appetite.

Question for anyone who might know.

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 19:45:07 EST
I am doing very well on the 17-Day Diet and have lost 51 pounds since last May with 30 (maybe more) that I still want to lose. I made Dr. Mike's Power Cookie the other day using the dried cherries and they are good. I'm wondering if chopped dates might be allowed to be used in the cookies in place of the cherries. I can't find dates listed in the book, but thought maybe someone here would know.

Thanks,

Karen

Dr Mike Moreno's team - Marketing Materials

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 17:41:18 EST
I wrote a letter to him over a week ago, to thank him for our success on the diet and also to let him know I was writing a book and ask what I could and couldn't write...

Well, I finally heard back two nights ago. They asked if they could use my story in their marketing materials and then just said that if I wanted to run anything by them first, I could... so that I'll do! LOL and I said YES! So, we'll see what comes of it... but I asked for any copies they'd have of what they'd...

Water at night...

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:17:17 EST
How long before you plan to go to bed do you stop drinking water? I usually eat dinner around 7ish have a big glass of water with my meal (also to have my vitamins). And that is it for liquids for the rest of the night. But since I have been having the big glass of water I have been waking up in the middle of the night every night since I started the diet. I hate waking up because it always takes me awhile to fall back to sleep. I think I need to have less water at night. Just not sure ...

Fat Loser Quote )The BIG secret!

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:12:19 EST
Fat people believe there's a hidden secret to being healthy. Fit people know there is no secret.

"Fat people get fit by staying compliant with their diet. Period. There is no secret. Yes, you have to be mentally tough to be compliant, but there is no mystery. People who stay compliant get fit, and people who don't, die fat. Stop wasting time looking for an easier way. Just stick to the diet and get it over with!"

Action Step:
Just for today, decide to be mentally to...

Seasoning Veggies

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:06:09 EST
My sister is having trouble with swollen ankles and is looking for something to season canned green beans with that does not have a lot of salt...what do you use to "season" your vegetables??? Maybe frozen is better than canned....we have always used GOYA, but when I read the label the first ingredient is salt and it also has MSG in it which is supposed to "mess" with your metabolism...any ideas for seasonings???

Having Problems

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 15:09:17 EST
??? I wanted to remind everyone to read the posts in the improvement section. Especially if you are having problems. The leaders and others have posted some really great advice there that helped answer questions I had (and sometimes still do!)
www.sparkpeople.com/myspark/team_mes
sageboard_thread.asp?board=19777x47217
x42539601

Hi new to team

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 11:18:26 EST
Hi have been on SP a while and got within 10 lbs of my goal weight and maintained that for a few years but was in school last year and gained. So i ma back.

I am also new to diet. Saw a post about it that intrigued me so i looked it up on web-MD and read about it. I liked what I read.

Matalynn 88

New to this eating plan

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 10:56:01 EST
Hi, just wanted to introduce myself, on c1 d2 feeling optimistic and need support. I am a nurse and do 12 hour night shifts not 8's any tips?

Help!

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 06:21:49 EST
I'm in C1D14. On day 9 I was down 10lbs. Now on day 14, I'm still down 10!! Wwaaahhh!!! Why did the scale stop moving!?! I'm going to get frustrated. Haven't cheated once. I do 30 minutes on the treadmill daily. What's going on???

Back to Cycle 1 for me...

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 09:23:56 EST
Sort of got side tracked out of the challenge... but here I go... starting today... got to run down, grab my Green tea, yogurt and fruit for this morning... I'm ready! I've been playing with three pounds, even though I've been toning up a storm and seeing inches disappearing (well, others seem to)... I'm hoping this snap back to basics brings the scale an adjustment. Ivan is starting tomorrow and even he is going to get back to basics (which he's not really attempted in ages!)

It...

New to team

Sun, 13 Jan 2013 05:30:29 EST
Hi just found you
Working on 17 day diet second time on cycle one may go to cycle 3 would be easier pneumatic my mom
Glad I found you

Did You Know...?

Sat, 12 Jan 2013 12:41:18 EST
I was reading the book..again...Did you know Dr. Moreno says to drink your coffee or tea at least one hour BEFORE meals? I never thought about it even though I knew the tannins in tea decrease your ability to absorb iron. If you want to read more it is on page 228. 469

I'm Back

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 13:33:50 EST
I was here about a year or so ago and had great success with the program but then it all fell apart and so, to make a long story short, I am back again. This time around I am lucky enough to have my husband joining me for the ride so hopefully we can support and encourage each other as well as all the great encouragement I am sure to get from all of you guys here. We are starting tomorrow.

11 pounds in 11 days?!?

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 09:27:18 EST
I could not believe the scale. I'm in cycle 1 and have lost 11 pounds in 11 days! I still have a long way to go, but right now I'm focusing on today's scale victory. :-D I've also updated my next milestone. I'm 2 pounds away from the milestone I set for April, and since I'll likely achieve that way before, I set a new one... a slightly more aggressive one.

a note: today is not my weigh-in day. I was incredibly tempted to eat an unhealthy and fattening food and decided that before I...

Specific Roll Call - Specific Support Areas

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 07:24:25 EST
I'll be honest... with Usernames and such, I tend to not be super good with remembering who is who and what exactly their specific areas of specialty are. I'd like to propose a special roll call for us. I know that I've met some pretty special ladies I call friends here and we all have our special strengths, our special struggles, our areas of expertise, etc. I'd LOVE to be able to have this thread to refer to and even print out for my own personal use. Not all need participate, but I hav...

TURKEY BUSTER CONTEST - I WON!

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 22:14:22 EST
I WON MY TURKEY BUSTER CONTEST AT WORK!!! I lost 26.6 lbs from Nov 26th til the end of the contest on Jan 9th for a total of 9.45% Thanks everyone for cheering for me!

C1D6 - cravings

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 16:53:01 EST
So today is Day 6 and has been my toughest yet. For some reason I am craving pretzels - I need the salty crunch snack. I could even go for a small piece of chocolate. I thought the cravings should have passed by day 6. What is my deal?

I think this is the one

Wed, 9 Jan 2013 11:59:47 EST
I have been trying off and on to lose weight or a year now. Nothing has worked.I start and I feel great but then inevitably, I reach a plateau and get stuck. That leads to feelings of frustration and falling off the wagon, and then Im back at square one. Just before Christmas I looked at a photo and was mortified. I knew I had to begin again. I bought the book after surfing online an began cycle one. five days in I had lost 6 pounds. Then I went on vacation. I didnt maintain the diet, but was...

I got a write up on a blog!

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 22:20:43 EST
I got a write up on the 17 Day Diet Blog website! Yay!

www.17daydietblog.com/maries-update-
to-her-super-incredible-weight-loss-jo
urney/

Hello! Still Researching...

Tue, 8 Jan 2013 17:31:58 EST
Hi! I thought I'd at least introduce myself while I'm in my research mode. I'm seriously considering trying the 17DD, but haven't quite decided. I know hubby and I have a fun date night planned for Saturday night, so I know I wouldn't start until after that. So this gives me the time I need to research and read the book.

I've always been a "simple" person when it comes to my philosophy on weight loss. Burn more calories than you eat. Because of that, I'm surprised that I'm ...

Hello, New to Team, Not to Diet

Mon, 7 Jan 2013 08:36:58 EST
Hello. My husband, middle daughter and I started the 17DD on October 1st after he suffered a mini stroke. We got off track at Thanksgiving but my husband and I are starting back today. Since his mini stroke, my husband has lost 16 lb. and I have lost 11 lb. I want to lose another nine pounds. The biggest areas I need improvement in are getting 8 hours of sleep (I am a night owl but I have to get up early to fix my husband's breakfast and lunch) and exercising (I have led a sedentary life all ...

New Blog and FB Page and News

Sun, 6 Jan 2013 13:23:09 EST
Hi Ladies...

I wanted to share...

I alluded to this, but going to finally divulge... a few of you follow me on facebook, so know already... but I'm writing a book. That's the BIG NEWS...

Other news is that I'm starting a blog... here is the link. cinnamarie.wordpress.com and I have setup a facebook page called Extending Our Happily Ever After you can find it here: www.facebook.com/ExtendingOurHappilyEverAf
ter

Please subscribe, like, follow...

Fat Loser Quote

Sat, 5 Jan 2013 10:42:39 EST
"The single most powerful belief you can acquire in the mental toughness process is the one that says 'You are responsible for your success in the weight loss and maintenance process.' As a matter of fact, all of us are responsible for our entire lives. The average person chooses to play the victim. Decide that you are the problem and that you are the solution, and you will feel the change take place. Suddenly, there is no one to blame. This is the #1 trait of the world class. Adopt it and pr...

going out to eat in cycle 1

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 19:01:33 EST
So should I just avoid going out to dinner during cycle 1? I was thinking the steamed veggies and chicken from a chinese restaurant might be good but then I can make that at home and you know my chicken will be better than the chicken at Chinese Restaurants. Any suggestions?

Restarting tomorrow

Fri, 4 Jan 2013 09:11:24 EST
I am a little nervous about restarting tomorrow. I successfully finished C1 & C2 back in the summer (C3 was a struggle for me). I tried to restart a couple months ago but just couldnt get into it and had a harder time giving up the carbs. I have to weigh myself tomorrow morning but I'm pretty sure I have gain 10 pounds since Oct - NOT GOOD (haven't adjusted my weight here)!! I am so unhappy with myself and see myself falling back into my old patterns. I need to nip this now.

I...

Day 2, Cycle 2

Thu, 3 Jan 2013 12:24:14 EST
Hello, my name is Jana and my husband and I have just started the 17 day diet. We both want to drop at minimum 40lbs. I am interested in losing 60 lbs, though. I hope to meet some people on here that can encourage me as I start this journey.

I hope this new year is starting off fright for you all!!

Smoothie help

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 21:22:35 EST
I am restarting 17DD again on Saturday. I had a really bad month and gain alot after all the holiday junk. Need to get back on track. We leave for vacation mid Feb and i can through C1 and C2 before we leave.

I never made smoothie when i did the diet in the past. Does anyone have a good recipe i can use. Thanks!!!

Happy new year everyone.

Whey to Go!

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 18:48:17 EST
Ok---so this may be a strange question but here goes! Yesterday I made mozzarella cheese from scratch (easier then it sounds!) Turned out GREAT! But then I had all this Whey leftover so I looked online as to what to do with it. I found out you can heat it to 200 degrees and make Ricotta cheese so I did that. But I still have Whey. LOL! I know that I will use some in cooking as it suggested on some of the websites I found but has anyone else done this? And if you have...did you use the whey? ...

A New Year, A New Me

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 13:07:46 EST
I havn't been on here for awhile. I started the 17DD when it first came out. I lost 70 pounds on it too. When I did reach my goal weight, I started to gradually gain weight a little a time, until I gained 50 of it back. I have yo yo dieted for several years now. So I do hope that this time around I can figure out why I do this and fix it so that I can maintain and not gain. I have put a lot more planning into it this time. I do think that this site and all of you can help along this journey.

Interested or Committed??

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 10:29:59 EST
Are you interested or committed?
People who are interested in losing weight:
Stick with it until something better comes along.
Take action only if they feel like doing it.
Need to see results in order to stay motivated.
Blame people or circumstances for their struggles.
Easily give up when they face challenges.

People who are committed to losing weight:
Stick with their plans no matter what!
Take action whether they feel like doing it or not!...

I CAN - Just DO it Challenge!!!

Tue, 1 Jan 2013 09:37:06 EST
Please use this forum/thread to keep track of your own accountability for this 17 Day challenge. The email explains the details. If you do not receive team emails, please let Kathymag, Bythegrace or Saralee11 know, and we will re-post it or make sure that you see it.

You can cut & paste this format, change the dates, use it however you want. Remember.. once you "reply/post" to this thread, you can return to it daily to update your progress by using EDIT. And don't forget to award ...

Have a very happy and HEALTHY 2013!

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 23:06:36 EST
I want to wish all of you the happiest and healthiest of new years!

This has been a very good year for me thus far... 2012 was a year of discovery... I discovered the 17 Day Diet... I rediscovered SparkPeople.com and really made a home for myself here. Only made possible by the friendships I've made here with all of you. Thank you all so very much!

I know that 2013 will see me to my goal weight and I'm so very excited about that. I figure that it'll happen after the s...

Went shopping...

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 23:00:32 EST
I went to Goodwill today...

Still can't bring myself to go through the racks of pants. I'm a hard fit... I'm tall and have a waist. Pants have always been a hard fit... I often have them hang off my waist in the back... I need them to cinch in... plus, the whole thought of them being used. I know, some aren't... or some are hardly used... heck, I even donate to goodwill and salvo's myself. It's a mental thing. Plus, I hate shopping... always have. I don't like getting undres...

I need help....

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 08:44:59 EST
Hi everyone,
I'm still very new and every time I read a message board thread I become more in love with 17DD and this group. Your stories (and even struggles) are so inspiring for me because I'm learning that I can REALLY do this even with all my BUT's. 198

Two questions.....

How do you determine your goal weight? I am 5'11" and just turned 40. I have read and heard from multiple sources that an ideal range for me would be anywhere between 125-190...

C1D2 and eating out question

Sun, 30 Dec 2012 10:53:38 EST
So excited to have lost 2 lbs on the first day! Wanted some carbs really bad last night but kept thinking about what I wanted my scale to reflect in the morning-temptation avoided! :) a question that maybe some veterans can help with: Sunday nights we usually go out with friends and it usually is fast food but perhaps someplace like Applebee's as well. Does anyone have any suggestions as to what I can eat and still stay on track? Any ideas are appreciated. 334

Fat Loser Quote

Sat, 29 Dec 2012 20:31:42 EST
Fat people believe diets don't work. Fit people believe people don't work.

"Make a decision to stop treating your diet like a hobby and start treating it like a battle you must win! Get tough and hold your feet to the fire. 99% compliance is failure. If you're going to get fit, it's all or nothing."

Action Step: Start telling yourself you have 100% control over your own level of fitness.

-Steve Siebold
"Die Fat or Get Tough"
Fatloser.com

Day 1 cycle 1

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 17:23:01 EST
Hi
Today I started the 17 day diet. I read the book over the Christmas weekend, all while overindulging on Christmas treats! Today is the 10 year anniversary of my hysterectomy. Since this time I have gained close to 20 pounds. I also just had my 50th birthday.
I am so ready to get back into shape and look and feel good!

Totally Random question

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 12:02:17 EST
Hey, all - a Team Member posted to her blog last year a couple pictures of a quilt she had made with an Alexander Henry Christmas fabric (if you don't sew that name probably doesn't mean anything to you! LOL) the fabric has a bunch of 1950s-looking people shopping at Christmastime.

Does anyone remember seeing this blog post - more importantly, does anyone know who's blog that is? Thanks in advance!

Expression of the day

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 09:44:35 EST
"Nobody can make you feel inferior without your consent." Eleanor Roosevelt

Morning everyone! and NEW GOAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 08:27:29 EST
I took today off... We had a storm last night...

I had a bit of a goodie binge yesterday, but then had a guilt binge, too, so then I exercised... then I went to bed for HOURS AND HOURS... woke up... weighed in... lost 2 lbs... got energized and now I'm getting ready to exercise again! LOL

Why not? I may even exercise again later! I can hardly believe the motivation mode I'm in now... it's wild! Plus, I'm feeling bones everywhere... in a good way!

I'm a...

December 26th my wife and I begin cycle one!

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 18:43:29 EST
Hello! I'm new to the group and looking forward to becoming healthier. My wife and I both have quite a few kilos to lose. She heard about the plan from a coworker who lost 50 pounds, so we checked the book out from the library and are going to follow it ourselves. Our biggest issue will be our 9 y.o. daughter and not nibbling her treats and feeding her food that's not on the plan. I'm confident that after a few days and getting results that issue will greatly lessen. Feel free to add me as a ...

My mini Christmas Goal

Tue, 25 Dec 2012 14:00:36 EST
Didn't make it... but came awfully close... 119.5 lbs, not 120 like I hoped for... BUT, I'm VERY proud... not at all disappointed.

Just wanted to let you all know, since I mentioned it enough! LOL

May the holiday be merry and not too derailin'!

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 16:53:36 EST
May you all be Merry tonight and tomorrow, but try to be smart about it... I know that I'm going to indulge a bit, but, I'm going to be smart alot. I've actually chosen to not even go off plan at all today... removing ONE day entirely from that equation makes it easier on me. I've planned out my meals tomorrow... and have only a few snacks in mind.

Over Thanksgiving, I had 3 deserts... Seriously! I had a pumpkin roll, some egg nog ice cream and Chai Bread... that was WAY too m...

Making Every Bite Count!!

Sat, 22 Dec 2012 08:39:43 EST
Hey, team!!

It's a crazy time of year, and I know I need a reminder to take the time to care for myself, in this month of serving and giving to others!!!

I'm sure many of us will be disappearing for a bit here & there - out of town, tasked-out, entertaining, etc. Let's work hard to check here or in to the Daily Check-In, as often as we can, to encourage each other :) If we all pop in as we can, hopefully someone will be around at all times to offer the support another f...

Saying of the day - this is a keeper

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 10:29:09 EST
From Joe Biden's address at Senator Inouye's memorial service:

"You're defined by your courage and redeemed by your loyalty."

This one is going on my image board for sure!!

Day 1 tomorrow

Sun, 16 Dec 2012 12:05:01 EST
Hi everyone,
I bought this book over the summer, read about 1/2 way through it on my Kindle. I think I'm ready to start the program tomorrow (I'd start today but I need to grocery-shop). I did drink the lemon water this morning and the green tea.

Question, is there an android app that helps with this program? Do you track your meals with Sparkpeople?

I would love love love to make 2013 the year that I weigh less than 200!

New Here

Fri, 14 Dec 2012 09:58:27 EST
Hi all! I'm new here (this team). I started the 17 Day Diet yesterday, and I'm even more inspired after reading your success posts.

I'm a writer 149 (fiction, nonfiction, & poetry), and the past year I've spent so much time on my butt writing that I've gained back 20 pounds I lost three years ago :-( So I am determined to get back with the program, and I think the 17 Day Diet is an approach that I can live with. I also need to get back to my old walking regime - I use...

need motivation

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 16:21:35 EST
HELP!!! i keep putting off starting this diet because of a party, holiday, guests coming, etc. i keep waiting until i have 17 days to do it. meanwhile, i have GAINED 5 pounds during this time. i have 8 days until i leave for vacation at a friend's house and will be there for a week. then i have company coming. it never ends. i want to lose this 5 pounds and start fresh but dont know how to begin! i am 60 years old, and a vegan. i do not eat any animal products or dairy but i do use s...

Old but new :)

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 23:05:17 EST
Hello everyone. I am starting cycle 1 again on Monday. I follow the cycles back March - July but went to maintenance during a busy time of year. It's time for me to get back to the weight loss portion and thought support is good. 30

I started at 226. I'm currently 191 and would love to get to 145.

starting cycle 2 today

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 10:37:47 EST
Hi All! I'm starting cycle 2 today and let me tell ya, plain oatmeal never tasted so good!! lol. I'm only down 5.5 from when I started cycle 1, but I've gained a lot of good habits and I have consistantly been working out on my days off of work (give or take a few break days). So overall I'm pleased with myself, because I've finally been consistant with something for longer than two weeks! So on to cycle 2!!

Good luck everyone!!

Back from doctor ......

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 20:26:28 EST
......and he only wants me to lose 15 more pounds!! Wow!! Haven't heard that from a doc in a very long time!!!

starting cycle 3 today

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 08:58:44 EST
Hi Everyone

I felt the need to start a topic that made this announcement so that I would feel committed to the decision.

I had SUCH great success for a year (aug 2011- aug2012). It literally changed my life and I believe actually saved my life. then i lost the focus.... i lost my "do or die" mentality. I "played" with cycle 1...

So, after a recent 2 pound gain which puts me six pounds over my lowest weight (i was 9 pounds over the lowest weight)... i have d...

I am almost there!

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 07:07:54 EST
Wow... what a crazy, busy SparkPeople weekend I had!

Firstly, I lost more weight. From last monday, 7.5 lbs. Not even sure how or why, but maybe it's still the crazy two months of not really doing much of anything, ya know? Anyway... on Saturday, as some of you already know from my blog... I went clothes shopping.

I needed new pants. I had my 22/24's way too big on me... so I needed some 18/20's. Bought two pair of those... 2 new bras... now I'm in a 42 DD (cups a...

Whoo Hoo!

Fri, 7 Dec 2012 17:25:53 EST
So I'm very excited! The weight seems to finally be coming off! I'm only down about 4 pounds, but I feel good, I've been working out at least 3-4 times per week. Everything is becoming a habit. I have 4 more days on cycle 1, so I don't think I'll hit the 10 pounds that the book says, but I'm happy it's starting to work for me. And the best news, I'm down a pant size! I bought new jeans! 244 Still a big snug around the belly, but great on my butt and legs! I'm so excited! 334...

Finally!!

Thu, 6 Dec 2012 11:44:41 EST
On my way this morning to have my cardiac ablation done - after one cancellation/reschedule (equipment malfunction at the hospital), four flight changes, and the decision to fly in and out of Honolulu on the same day - (no rooms available to stay overnight).......

Geesshh!! It's easier to fly to the mainland east coast it seems!!

But!! I'll be on my way shortly - see ya on the other side-

Hi Ladies

Thu, 6 Dec 2012 06:17:32 EST
Morning ladies, I lost a few more pounds but it came partly from hardly eating yesterday. I went to the doctor on Tuesday and he prescribed Cymbalta for my back pain... Boy, was I sick after taking my first pill... just nauseas and queasy all day long yesterday. I slept alot, then last night, couldn't sleep... after one of the longest nights in ages, I'm ready to go in to work today early and try to recoup some of the time I missed... I'm out of days and out of money, so I need to try to ge...

C1 Leeks and Cabbage

Tue, 4 Dec 2012 21:32:54 EST
This was the first thing I did when experimenting with vegetables...

I cut up and cooked some cabbage, then drained it, set aside.

Cut up some leeks and then added them to Olive Oil and garlic and red pepper flakes, onion powder and pepper...

Once the leeks are soft and flavorful, then just add in the cooked cabbage and toss to coat and cook til all warmed up....

Serve... SO GOOD!

C1 Baked Chicken with Onions & Leeks

Tue, 4 Dec 2012 21:29:29 EST
Baked Chicken with Onions & Leeks

Prep Time: 35 min Serves: 6
Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes Level: Easy

Diabetes, Weight Loss, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat

Description:

Baking pieces of chicken is one of the easiest ways to put a meal on the table for your family. This mustard-glazed chicken is roasted on a bed of sliced onions, leeks and garlic that you can serve alongside it.

Ingredients:

2 cups thinly sliced...

C2 Indian-Spiced Eggplant & Cauliflower Stew

Tue, 4 Dec 2012 21:26:32 EST
Indian-Spiced Eggplant & Cauliflower Stew

Prep Time: 25 min Serves: 6
Cook Time: 40 min Level: Easy

Weight Loss, Low Cholesterol, Low-Fat, High-Fiber

Description:

Eggplant, cauliflower, chickpeas and tomatoes are the basis for this rich Indian-spiced curry. Make it a meal: Serve with brown basmati rice or whole-wheat couscous.

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons curry powder, preferably hot Madras (see Note)
1 ...

C1? Carb Free Cloud Bread

Tue, 4 Dec 2012 21:21:55 EST
I haven't tried this, but am thinking of trying it this weekend... I don't completely crave bread, but am just intrigued to taste this.

Carb Free Cloud Bread

Ingredients:

Serves: 5Yield:
10
halves Units: US | Metric
3 eggs, separated
3 tablespoons whole milk cottage cheese or 3 tablespoons cream cheese
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 (1 g) packet artificial sweetener
Directions:

1
Preheat oven to 300 degrees. <...

C2 Roasted Chickpeas

Tue, 4 Dec 2012 21:16:48 EST
Roasted Chickpeas That’ll Rock Your World
Ingredients

1 can chick peas (aka garbanzo beans) that's about 1 2/3 cups
1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon real salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
dash of cayenne
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions

Preheat oven to 400.
Mix all ingredients in a bowl and stir until well coated.
Spread chickpeas on a baking pan and bake at 400 for about 20 minutes....

Thai Style Chicken Curry

Tue, 4 Dec 2012 07:20:23 EST
Thai Style Curry

3 chicken breasts cubed
2-3 TBSP Curry Paste
3-4 TBSP Olive Oil
1 Onion chopped
Can of diced tomatoes
2/3 can of coconut milk

Fry paste in olive oil. Add onions and fry until soft.
Add chicken and fry until outside is cooked
Add tomatoes and coconut milk and allow to boil for 2-3 minutes
Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 45 minutes.

Indian Spiced Kale and Chickpeas

Mon, 3 Dec 2012 23:16:49 EST
Indian-Spiced Kale & Chickpeas

Prep Time: 15 min Serves: 4
Cook Time: 25 min Level: Easy

Weight Loss, Heart Health, High Calcium, High Potassium

Description:

Chickpeas make this exotic dish a terrific player in any vegetarian menu.

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1-1 1/2 pounds kale, ribs removed, coarsely chopped (see Tip)
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken...

Cabbage, Carrots and Turmeric

Mon, 3 Dec 2012 23:15:01 EST
Sauteed Cabbage, Carrots and Turmeric

Active: 35 min; Total: 1 hr 20 min (8 servings)

Cooking onions until softened, then stirring in spices and aromatics like garlic and ginger is the foundation of many Ethiopian recipes, from vegetables and lentils to meat and chicken. In this delicately spiced vegetarian dish, chunks of carrots and cabbage are added to the base and cooked until the cabbage is sweet and silky. Turmeric, the main seasoning, lends an earthy flavor. <...

Potlucks and parties

Mon, 3 Dec 2012 18:34:08 EST
Ok--I have a party this coming Sunday and it is also a Potluck. What would you take? DH suggested Manwich 198 But I said no. I have some ideas...like a salad of some kind, soup or a chicken and broccoli dish. Any suggestions?

Hello

Mon, 3 Dec 2012 13:22:00 EST
I have been on SP for a few years, I am excited about this plan, I am a vegetarian so this is something I can actually utilized. I am also glad I found this group. Good luck to everyone and I hope you all have a great week.

Quote for today

Mon, 3 Dec 2012 08:48:21 EST
Knowing is not enough; we must apply...
Wishing is not enough; we must do!
Johann Van Goethe

Yay baby!

Mon, 3 Dec 2012 07:11:29 EST
Lost what I gained over Thanksgiving and a few more.... total lost now 107.5!!! This puts me in a pretty great mood today!

I weigh in at work today for that Turkey Buster challenge... it'll show higher as I am in work clothes and usually have my hot lemon water and a green tea in me by then... But, I'm STOKED!

Starting C1 week of December 2nd

Sat, 1 Dec 2012 14:06:22 EST
I'm Back! After resigning from being a leader, going off the diet, quitting the team and gaining back 23 lbs. over the last year; I have decided that I want to start the New year off right. To do that I needed to rejoin the team. Something Pudgynomore said struck a chord - if I was so successful on the 17DD (I lost 49lbs) why am I fighting going back on it and being 100% compliant? It worked. Sure there are things I didn't agree with on it, but what I did on my own didn't work. I need to spen...

Can't DO 17DD? A vent of sorts but informational!

Sat, 1 Dec 2012 10:24:10 EST
I have had someone tell me (and I read it in SP from time to time too) "I can't do the 17DD. I tried and it is too restrictive and I am hungry all the time, etc". I think "REALLY??? Have you READ the book? The WHOLE book??" I have even said it out-loud instead of just thinking it. So if someone reading this is thinking this diet doesn't work here is my advice (and it repeated throughout this team's boards)

First: READ THE BOOK! And I don't mean just the food lists or only Cycle 1. ...

I did it! :)

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 13:03:04 EST
Hi Everyone! I'm so proud of myself! I wrote a few days back about an eating out delimma I was facing for the first time since starting 17DD. Well I had a very successful meal and a good time!. I ordered an egg white veggie omlete, no cheese because they didn't have a reduced fat option. My 5 year old ate my pancakes and hasbrowns and we both had green tea. She tought it was great that we were having breakfast for lunch and she said that she wanted to be like me :) 247 made my da...

Where do you purchase your kefir from?

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:29:15 EST
I wanted to try the kefir smoothie but haven's seen kefir in my local grocery store. Where do you buy your kefir from or do you make your own?

Tragic Loss of a dear SP friend and teammate...

Wed, 28 Nov 2012 22:19:19 EST
On behalf of Aithley (WINNINGBATTLE) please read the following blog written by her brother yesterday.
www.sparkpeople.com/mypage_public_jo
urnal_individual.asp?blog_id=5148849

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HELP! Eating out dilemma!

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 23:37:09 EST
My friends invited me to lunch tomorrow and I've looked at the menu and I have no idea what to even eat! Even the salads are complicated. What do I do?

Joining your Team!

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 06:13:07 EST
I stated this plan yesterday. I was on it last year and it does work.

I have made several small goals. It is not all about the end result but the little victories along the way.

I look forward to meeting and chatting with fellow team-mates.

So excited to be starting today

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 09:44:26 EST
Hello everyone, My name is Tracey and today is my first day on the 17 Day Diet. I am so excited to begin this the final diet I will ever have to go on. I have tried others including the HCG diet which did work for me while I was on it but soon after I finished the weight came back. I believe this program is designed for a person to succeed in the long run. It seems easy enough. I initially wanted to start the day after Thanksgiving but I did not get my book in time. I got it Saturday an...

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL MY AMERICAN FRIENDS

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 08:49:14 EST
Hope you all have a wonderful Turkey Filled Day today.
God Bless you all.
I love you all
Linda

Gross ?, sorry

Wed, 21 Nov 2012 18:32:52 EST
So while on 17DD I'm either constipated or the opposite and sometimes the smell isn't pleasent, is this part of the detox?

Oh no I cheated!

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 17:52:46 EST
So long story short I got my license today so exciting so I went out to celebrate and had pizza. I plan on getting straight back to my diet. Do I start over now since I cheated or do I continue from where I was?

completely discouraged :(

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 10:08:17 EST
Hi Everyone! I'm not a complainer, but I'm not sure what is going on. I'm just starting C1D5 and I gained a pound today :( I was only down two to begin with. I'm not sure what's going on. I've been drinking my lemon water religiously, and am actually starting to enjoy it. I've cut out the fast food cold turkey the day I started (and sadly I was eating a horrible amount) and I'm eating healthier than I have in the longest time. The first two days I lost a pound a day and now I'm gaining a poun...

Taco salad

Sun, 18 Nov 2012 19:20:23 EST
I just made the taco salad for my cycle 1 dinner and omg! So tasty! and I topped it with FF sour cream. I could eat it every day!

Saying of the day!!

Sat, 17 Nov 2012 22:50:14 EST
"Even if you are on the right track, you will get run over if you just sit there!" Will Rogers

Awesome!!

Calorie Question ... help!

Sat, 17 Nov 2012 14:12:25 EST
Hey everyone so im in C1 D7 and I eat until im full but I can seem to eat more then 700 calories, Ive never been much of a eater, except when it comes to bad food :) . I added some whey shakes because I emailed 17DD and they said it was okay. So that brought my calories up a bit. But I still cant get over the 700 mark. Is this okay? Ive read if you don't consume the 1200 calorie mark a day it can slow down weight loss is that true? This diet in the first cycle doesn't seem like you would eat ...

Newbie with ?s

Fri, 16 Nov 2012 11:29:15 EST
Hi all! I am starting C1D1 and I've run into some questions. Would egg beaters count as a regular egg serving vs. egg white? Do the 3 cups of green tea and hot lemon count toward my 8 glasses per day? Can I sweeten my lemon water? What types of cold green teas are out there?

I love the concept of this diet and the methodology behind it. I love the motto of "you can do anything for 17 days" because consistency is my shortfall. But I need a change for myself and my health. Looking a...

Not feeling well....

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 13:27:04 EST
Okay,

First time in this journey feeling under the weather (more arthritis related than actually being "sick")... and I slept til almost 11 am... not at all on track with the food and the timing of things today... didn't have the lemon water, haven't had a probiotic yet, although I grabbed a pill, so at least I got that in. No veg or meat yet...

What do you all do when you are just not in your "everyday" pace of things? Do you just get by? Is it detrimental? Should I...

Turkey Burgers

Thu, 15 Nov 2012 11:16:42 EST
Anyone make homemade turkey burgers? If so, do you have a simple recipe you could share. I usually add some kind of bread crumb to mind for the binding is there anything I could use to replace it? Thanks

Just Starting

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 14:57:52 EST
Hello all! I'm not technically "new" here, but I did just officially start the diet today! 249 Yay me! LOL I am very excited and positive that it will work for me! I want to lose a total of about 100 to 120 lbs. I'm getting sick and tired of carrying around a whole nother person. LOL Anyhoo, I just wanted to pop in and reintroduce myself and let you know that I'm starting! I will gladly accept all prayers and good vibes sent my way to help me have a strong will!

Vegetables

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 11:11:06 EST
Does anyone else have this problem right now? I usually love vegetables but after my garden was done this year I have a hard time wanting to eat any vegetables. 341
I have to practically force myself to eat them. I seem to go through this every Fall though. Do you think it's because I ate so many when I could get fresh ones? I am on a sort of orange color kick lately too. I have been eating carrots and pumpkin (sugar-free and counting as my starch) and sometimes a baked swee...

Haven't posted in a while, but I'm here!

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 05:28:17 EST
Since I've been working out with P90X, I've had to up my calories, so I've basically been following cycle 3. I've just started week 9 of my workouts and have gone from a snug size 14 to a loose size 12, sometimes a size 10. I have made it out of the 160s!!! I now weigh 156, which for me, is still too heavy. After I finish this round of P90X, I'm undecided if I want to go on to P90X2 or do another round of P90X. The diet is the most difficult part, but I am trying my best. I want to be the per...

Couple of questions....

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 17:00:25 EST
#1... anyone have more than only the 3 cups of tea a day? one with each meal? I have one with every meal and ONLY have water the rest of the time... however, lately, been craving a nice Earl Grey or Chamomile... (in addition to the water and the green tea)... Unsweetened of course... Can we have tea?

#2... Prunes... 3 is a serving, right? Anyone have these on a fairly regular basis? I'm trying to cut down costs and it was cheaper to get these... so I was thinking of having a...

Restarting today FOR REAL!!

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 14:23:20 EST
Ok so I was supposed to restart two weeks ago but with Superstorm Sandy I was thrown off. We lost power at our house for over a week. Things are finally feeling back to normal. SInce we didnt have power we lost all our food in the fridge and were just figuring out meals daily for almost two weeks. I dont work well with that. I hate going to the grocery store everyday but we had to do what we had to do.
I am kind of bummed I didnt start when I originally wanted to but it just wasn't ...

Benefits of the Lemon Water

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 19:55:42 EST
10 Reasons Why You Should Drink Warm Lemon Water in the Morning

We all know that lemons has a lot of health benefits, but surprisingly this simple little drink can do more wonders for your body. Instead of getting a cup of coffee, why not replace it with a warm water lemon drink? Below are the good factors to consider.

1. Boosts your immune system: Lemons are high in vitamin C, which is great for fighting colds. They’re high in potassium, which stimulates brain and nerv...

Newbie

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 22:49:30 EST
Hey everyone, so I just finished the 17 DD book and can't wait to start tomorrow. Question I looked on the boards about whey products and saw some people use them. Right now I use 1 scoop a day for a smoothie for extra protien. Can I still do this right away on this diet. Or should I not? Yay to starting a new journey to being healthy!

Thanks

Newbie

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 22:47:24 EST
Hey everyone, so I just finished the 17 DD book and can't wait to start tomorrow. Question I looked on the boards about whey products and saw some people use them. Right now I use 1 scoop a day for a smoothie for extra protien. Can I still do this on this diet. Or should I not? Yay to starting a new journey to being healthy!

Thanks

General talk...

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 07:30:50 EST
Hi guys! Again, my life is super busy these past weeks and into Thanksgiving... Seems that's the only day I see on the horizon with NOTHING that MUST be done... although, as it's only Ivan, Chris and myself, (no family here)... we'll probably go to the movies and an Indian meal... we all love Indian, as I think you all know by now... My son went vegetarian, so it's optimal for him and Ivan and I can load up on veggies there... so it'll save us from cooking and we'll probably spend the same a...

DONE! I did it!!! 100.5 lbs gone!

Mon, 5 Nov 2012 07:02:53 EST
Now, on to the next 100.... at least I know it's possible, right? IT IS POSSIBLE and I'm on my way! It feels soooo good to be this much lighter! Thank you, everyone, for your support! SO happy to be a part of this community and to have met all of you wonderful ladies!

I still can't believe I did it! I also am finding it hard to believe I've kept up with the fitness, as well! I guess when you are ready to lose it, you'll lose it!

Thank God!

New to the 17DD

Fri, 2 Nov 2012 14:59:17 EST
Just started the 17DD on Monday. Seems to be going well so far. I haven't been very successful sticking with an eating plan for very long, but I have lasted five days to date. I'm also new to this blogging thing so I hope I'm doing it right. I have been very encouraged reading the success of other people on the 17DD. Thank you very much for putting them up, it has been very helpful.

New to team

Fri, 2 Nov 2012 10:53:51 EST
Hi, I've been a Sparkie for years and lost 38# on The 17 DD last year. Twenty of those have crept back and DH & I are currently on day 12 of cycle 1.

Looking forward to meeting you all.

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Hello, I am new at this.

Thu, 1 Nov 2012 22:21:45 EST
I have never been on a diet for more than a few hours. I have been doing the 17 Day Diet for about 8 weeks. This diet was recommended by my doctor. She had me write down everything that I ate for a week. I shocked her. I told her I know nothing about calories and nutrition. She had to think about it for a little while and told me to order the book and read it. I read it while on vacation. It truely scared me. I had to shop to get all this "foreign" food. I followed the plan very clos...

17 DAYS Turkey Trot Challenge

Thu, 1 Nov 2012 13:31:05 EST
Here is where we will keep track of how we are doing daily on this 17 day challenge!! Feel free to copy and paste the format - change the dates if you are starting earlier. EDIT your post daily. Give yourself a 429 for each day you are compliant with eating on the cycle you have chosen. Give yourself a 68 (any fitness icon) for each day you are compliant with 17 minutes of exercise - even two 8.5 minute chunks is compliant!! Let's see how many turkeys & tennies w...

Turkey Trot Challenge Directions

Thu, 1 Nov 2012 07:55:18 EST

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For those starting (restarting) C1 NOV. 1st

Thu, 1 Nov 2012 07:51:25 EST
In the past, having a thread devoted to cycle 1 starts on or about the same time has seemed helpful for those newbies, intermediates and veterans who were starting or restarting cycle 1 to have a place to share experiences and spur each other on or simply to have some great company on the journey. Feel free to use it in any way that might help!

Let's do it!!!

TURKEY TROT CHALLENGE BEING POSTED AT NOON TODAY!!!!!!
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THANKS!

Thu, 1 Nov 2012 01:44:10 EST
Thanks to the 17DD Team for my "goodie." You're note said you appreciated my "ongoing contributions and caring manner," and yet... I feel like I haven't been here for my team.

My move(s), and now my knee have had me so pre-occupied that I haven't been on here as much as I would like to be, and I do thank you for all the support, encouragement, and inspiration I get from you, along with the rest of the people on this team.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN & again...THANKS!

Go...

Whoa, I sooo need help!

Wed, 31 Oct 2012 22:52:58 EST
Boy oh boy, been in a crazy food eating spiral lately... just drowning in bad choices and the ONLY good thing I'm doing is keeping up with the exercising! I just need to get back to strict Cycle 1 and hopefully a few days into it will have the cravings gone... I'm going to try tomorrow. Don't want to derail now, after all my hard work!

Fright Night Challenge

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 19:16:32 EST
Thank you to those of you who participated in the 5% Fright Night Challenge! We hope that you will all keep challenging yourselves!! Even if this challenge just put a flicker of "conscious effort" in the back of your mind, then it was better than never stepping out there & giving it a try!!!

Our GOLD RIBBON goes out to BOTTLEDIGGER - even though she had a tough few days near the end, she continued to weigh in and check in, got back on track and lost almost 5 pounds, after all wa...

Why is it??

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 18:43:00 EST
This is not diet related but why is it that everytime there is a huge weather event the news people send out reporters into the heart of it?? I just seen on NBC where the poor guy is almost blown off his feet with waves crashing behind him...then they lost satellite feed.(They did say everyone was still ok and inside the camera truck--like this is safe in a hurricane!) They do this here in Ohio whenever there is a big snowstorm---"Hey! Let's send the poor peon reporters out on the dangerous i...

Hello...Just starting today

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 11:38:43 EST
Hi Everyone! Just wanted to introduce myself, I am starting the 17 day diet for the first time today. Looking forward to seeing how far I can go with this diet. I chose the 17 day diet because diabetes runs in my family and, approaching my 40s, I want to steer clear of T2 diabetes by trying to kick my sugar cravings. When given the choice, I will always choose carbs over protein and I know that is affecting my health and my energy levels. I have about 35 lbs I would like to lose in order to f...

green tea question answered

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 09:01:03 EST
Here's the definitive answer on green tea. I can't remember which thread it was under so started it here.

I am glad to still have electricity(hurricane sandy) and able to receive emails (like the one i just got from 17day diet) and communicate with team.

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Hello,

By drinking green tea you will speed up the weight loss process. If you don't like green tea try drinking a sugar-free fruit flavored green tea. You can drink your green tea as you prefer, ...

It Has Been Nearly a Year....Back Again

Sun, 28 Oct 2012 23:34:18 EST
Hi All,

I was here a year ago, loved this forum, and had some good success on Cycles 1 and 2. Then I began feeling poorly. To make a long story short, I finally found out I had some food allergies and thyroid and other hormonal issues that were making my feel crummy.

I have spent much of the last year learning to eat gluten and soy-free, as well as getting closer to resolving the other health issues. My weight hasn't really changed, which is good (from a "I'm not gaining...

QUICK - 1st word that comes to your mind!

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 20:34:51 EST
Here's a silly game I like to play in the "Game Room" on the boards. NO THINKING ALLOWED. Post the first word that comes to your mind after reading the last post. - let's see how long we can keep it going. Fun way to rack up your daily spark points for posting, too!

I'll start: FRIDAY

17 Day on a Budget

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 14:56:35 EST
Any suggestions for how to do this thing on a really TIGHT budget. I'm talking 10 dollars,20 dollars tight if I'm lucky.

Hello & Quick Question

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 15:27:28 EST
Hello everyone, my name is Trudei. I am currently listening to the 17 Day Diet on my Iphone and plan to start the diet on Sunday - want to get everything lined up so I will be successful.

I would like to eventually lose about 40 pounds. I just ordered a treadmill and it is supposed to be delivered tomorrow - I am pretty excited about that. I know exercise is important and plan to walk on my treadmill every day. I know we are supposed to do at least 17 minutes a day, if I am able t...

WELCOME CO-LEADER SARA!

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 14:51:25 EST
INDEED...we are delighted to have your enthusiasm, perspective and encouragement...welcome aboard!

Restarting - AGAIN!!

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 09:34:19 EST
I have been off the 17DD for a couple months now. I gained back 5 pounds of the 15 I lost the first time I did the 17DD. Time to get back into it. I dont want to weight to creep back anymore. I am going to start on Sunday. I am going to wait because I am running in a 5k on Saturday and I will need the carbs for fuel before and after so I will just wait and start on Sunday. Plus I will go to the food store this weekend and stock up on everything I need.

Just curious what are s...

Checking Back In

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 15:40:30 EST
Hey, guys. I've been away from SP and this Team for awhile. I've really been struggling with a lot of recent changes in my life - and one big no-change: no matter how strictly I stick to 17DD cycles, my body has gotten 'comfortable' at the weight I've been at for the past 6+ months. I've decided that I need a change (yes, another change, on top of everything else) so I'm stepping down as a Leader here, and will be shifting my focus to another whole food, healthy style of eating for the time b...

Where do Chia seeds fit?

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:07:13 EST
Found a recipe that sounds great for no cook jam (uses chia seeds as thickener & stevia or honey/agave - your choice). Thought it would be good to make to use with plain yogurt/kefir smoothies but not sure what cycle chia seeds would go with. Anyone??

For those starting (restarting) c1 week of Oct 22

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 10:41:13 EST
In the past, having a thread devoted to cycle 1 starts on or about the same time has seemed helpful for those newbies, intermediates and veterans who were starting or restarting cycle 1 to have a place to share experiences and spur each other on or simply to have some great company on the journey. Feel free to use it in any way that might help and to use it for the entire 3 cycles.

Let's do it!!!

After a too long hiatus and a too large weight gain... I started back on cy...

Ten Days

Sun, 21 Oct 2012 22:48:08 EST
SO... we have 10 days left in October, and several of us, including myself, are trying to shed a few extra pounds before "Fright Night". I was thinking today... "What could I do with 10 compliant days?"

Since being back to work (preschool) this fall, I've pretty much held my own, using C4 (ie..anything) on the weekends, and C3 throughout the week, which I love. The problem is... the extra carbs are slowly starting to have a detrimental affect on my cravings!! Not a good place to ...

Too cool!!!!

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 01:33:44 EST
I just saw two ladies that had to be 80 years young actually jogging at a good clip down my street!! How cool is that!!!

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Starting out..again

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 06:47:50 EST
Hi all.
I have had a few false starts doing the 17 Day diet but here I go again.
I am wondering if there is anyone else out there who is just starting out who would like a buddy to help keep accountable. I can email, text, communicate on here..whatever is easiest.

Nickie

It takes two days..........

Wed, 17 Oct 2012 13:40:15 EST
.......Just a reminder, everyone -

That those 'little indiscretions' don't show up on the scale for two days.......

Sooooooooo - a bagel here, a piece of pie there? Next morning your weight is the same? Don't breath a sigh of 'I got away with it' yet. One more morning, guaranteed - the scale will let you know it sees your bagel or piece of pie after all!!

Better just not to indulge in the first place - especially thru Cycles 1 & 2.

Kathymag

8 minutes a day exercises...

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 22:20:11 EST
We had a book sale at work last week and I picked up some health/diet books. One of them was the 8 minutes a day workout book by Jorge Cruise. Anyone familiar with this?

His 3 hour diet plan didn't quite work for me... with the carbs at all the meals and eating within an hour of waking up... however, I did look at his workout book and like alot of what he's saying...

About working on the lean muscle so that it helps us burn fat... The exercises seem easy enough to do...

tomorrow 10-16-12 is my day #1

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 21:39:43 EST
Starting the 17-day diet tomorrow and will admit this is probably the 3rd attempt since I bought the book. Something always seems to come up that messes with my motivation but it's time to get serious - the extra weight I am carrying is making me depressed and I don't feel well with joint pain ectt. I have about 35 - 45 lbs to lose and am excited to start but scared this won't work for me. Tomorrow is going to be a fresh start and I am looking forward to reading how others are doing and to...

Epiphany time

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 10:45:10 EST
I'm have left the planet of indecision. My issue was that I have been unable to choose between getting to my healthy weight and using my existing 'comfort' strategies (aka, glasses of wine at nigh!). I went back and forth. On program...off program...on program. Jeez! I thought, just accept one lifestyle or the other; accept this level of fitness or get on with it. But no, I just kept on with the back and forth. Start in the morning and off program by the end of the day (when a glass of ...

Fashion show every morning

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 07:33:48 EST
Less than two months ago, getting dressed in the morning for work was a dreaded process...what could I squeeze into today? How much of my body can I hide? Should I stop the madness and just go to the store and buy the next size up? Now, I go to bed at night excited to get up and get dressed for work. I have such a selection of clothes I haven't fit into in years, it's a fashion show every morning trying to decide what to wear! And, when I lose another 10 lbs., there's even more clothes in ...

Monday weigh in... not pretty.

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 06:46:24 EST
6 lbs up! Now, I can totally feel that it's alot of water. This past week was so hard to stay on track with all the running around I did. I know this isn't a true representation of my weight, but a day where the scale is up due to lots of water retention... I can just feel it. There is some cupcakes and cake in the mix, too... but my right foot is so swollen! I can't wait to get the water in and start flushing all of this out. Yuck!

Thankfully, this week, we only have rehea...

New to the team Day 1

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 16:49:31 EST
Hi everyone! I am Veronica. I am not new to Spark but new to the 17 Day diet. I want to give this an honest try because I need to change my lifestyle. Since 2010, I have lost 60 pounds but have been at a stand still or riding the up and down roller coaster for the last year. I have a huge sweet tooth and believe that I have become addicted to carbs in general. This first day has been tolerable although I have had a headache, which I am guessing it is coming from my lack of morning sugary coff...

A quote from Pinterest

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 07:38:24 EST
Ok, I admit it. I am a Pinterest addict. Once I start looking at all the pins, I don't want to stop. I have to force myself off that site to get anything done. While looking at the website this morning and trying to keep myself focused on my eating and workout plan, I came across this quote:
"When feeling overwhelmed by a faraway goal, repeat the following: I have it within me right now, to get me to where I want to be later."
So true. There have been a number of times when I have ...

Having such a busy week

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 07:14:39 EST
Only staying focused at work... but then just grabbing food at home and trying to make do, as I'm running around in the evenings... then I don't take too much and someone has cookies and I'm grabbing two.... it's just a mess... I can't wait to have my boring life back! LOL

How is everyone else doing?

Help! Sparkpeople.com is Driving Me Nuts!

Fri, 12 Oct 2012 00:35:03 EST
I don't know if anyone else has had this problem that is driving me NUTS but I can't access certain things on my sparkpeople. If I go to spark mail, it comes up and then it just goes blank, the same for message board. If it did this on teams too, I don't know what I'd do. I know it isn't happening to everyone because it says the latest post on message board was today and I haven't been able to access it for 3 or 4 days. I'd post this question on the panic button help thread but I can't ge...

Hello

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 10:17:20 EST
Hello Everyone! I am not new to Sparkpeople, but am trying the 17dd for the first time. I heard good things about the diet, read the entire book, and really think this could work for me. I've been "practicing" for the past few days but am committed to starting cycle 1 today! Looking forward to being an active member of this team and getting lots of sage advice from those of you who have been successful on this diet!

New

Tue, 9 Oct 2012 20:04:32 EST
I posted this in another thread but I added a few more details here..

I'm new to both the 17 day diet group and to SparkPeople, this will be my 4th attempt in trying the 17 Day Diet, Cycle 1. I nursed my daughter for 17 months and just stopped. while nursing and trying the diet I found myself starving up to the point of passing out...

I need to lose 30 pounds by December for a trip to Europe and at least 15 pounds by Nov 13. I'm 5'5' and 162 right now..

I'm o...

Day 1 of Cyle 1, anyone else with me?

Tue, 9 Oct 2012 11:22:18 EST
It is almost lunch time!!! I am on Day 1 Cyle 1 and I could eat my arm. I am SOOO hungry. I hope it gets easier as time progesses. I have 30 lbs. to lose! 46

Hello - Introducing myself.

Mon, 8 Oct 2012 10:49:17 EST
Hi All.

I'm new to this team, but not new to Sparkpeople. I've tried just about every diet out there and just haven't found an eating plan that fits, for me, for the long term. I'm hoping the 17 day diet is it!!

I have read the entire book and spent some time cruising through all the info on this Sparkteam page. Awesome info out here!! Thanks so much! Spent the weekend preparing and I am officially starting day 1 of cycle 1 today. This eating plan seems to make sens...

93.5 lbs!!! Soooo close!

Mon, 8 Oct 2012 07:18:38 EST
My monday morning weigh in is FANTASTIC! 6.5 from last week (followed by only .5 in the two weigh ins before that).

It feels SO good!

Hypothyroidism on the 17 Day Diet

Sat, 6 Oct 2012 22:37:37 EST
Just a question. I was at an engagement party and with the amount of weight we've lost, the "how" always comes up for us. One of my friends said that she has a thyroid problem and she was on the 17 Day Diet Cycle 1 (entire cycle) and didn't lose ANYTHING.

Her husband lost 10 lbs.

Ivan and I were sort of shocked... but then I got home, got out my book on foods that fight... and under hypothyroidism it did say that a diet high in fiber and complex carbs (not too much b...

HELP PLEASE NEED ADVICE

Sat, 6 Oct 2012 08:26:20 EST
All of you who have been on this diet for a while could you help me please. I am just staring cycle 2. I start cycle 3 on October 22nd, so far so good, BUT I am off on a Nile cruise for a fortnight on October 29th. Dont know what to do. Abandon diet for holiday and eat sensible low carb high protein meals when I can might be the only answer but what do I do on my return ... go back to cycle 1 or pick up where I left off. Really need your help everybody. 252

New member day 0

Fri, 5 Oct 2012 21:57:58 EST
I start tomorrow. I have done cycle 1 before but I only make it to day 14. I am planning on sticking to it and finishing all 4 cycles. My goal is to lose 35 - 40 lbs

SW: 195 lbs (2 years ago)
CW: 165.6 lbs
GW: 125 - 130 lbs

Meat

Fri, 5 Oct 2012 10:46:47 EST
I am wondering how much meat people eat per meal?

Liberal amounts is rather vague to me. and I find a can eat a lot of chicken if I really want too.

Frustrated

Fri, 5 Oct 2012 07:43:58 EST
So I've been working out with P90X for almost 3 weeks now and have not missed a workout. In the past whenever I've started this workout, I find that it curbs my appetite, just as it has this time around. I figured since my clothes were fitting a little better and I've been able to fit into two of my 'smaller' shorts, surely I would have lost some pounds. Well, I weighed in today only to find I am STILL stuck at 160! I've been stuck here since the end of cycle 1 and it is sooo frustrating to ...

Wow! Mid week weigh in and...

Fri, 5 Oct 2012 07:14:16 EST
I'm too excited! I lost 4 lbs since Monday! That puts me at 91.5 lbs lost! I don't post mid week weigh in's on my facebook, so I had to shout it out here, because I can't keep it in til Monday! LOL I'm walking this afternoon and all weekend, so I should be able to keep it off and work on maybe adding one or two more... But, my main goal was to get that 90 out of the way... now, I'm inching even closer to my 100 lb loss!!! I don't think I'd have imagined this back in March... It was more ...

need encouragement

Thu, 4 Oct 2012 18:03:58 EST
Im on Day 10 of cycle 1. I think I have been doing quite well. I have stuck to the list of foods every single day. 10 days ago I weighed in at 176. My discouragement comes from this - I get on the scales in the morning - yesterday - wt was 172.6, last night before bed it was 175 - this morning I weigh in at 171.8 and this evening I again weigh 175.

It is terribly discouraging to think I have only lost one pound after 10 days.

Feeling like I am doomed and coming h...

New Member to Team - Day 2

Thu, 4 Oct 2012 12:28:33 EST
Hi Everyone.
Just wanted to introduce myself. My name is Nickie. I am on day 2 of the 17 DD.

After flopping around trying to count calories I decided I needed to try something different.

I followed everything to a T so far. Except for the Green Tea. I HATE green tea. I like my herbal teas. I guess I will need to force myself to drink it. Sigh.
Anyhow..I am glad to be here and feeling strong.

I am just wondering, does anyone still count calories?

The C word any advice???

Wed, 3 Oct 2012 16:09:15 EST
Constipation. Not an attractive topic but much on my mind as I go into day 16 of this diet. I drink all, if not more, of the water. I drink all, if not more, of the lemon water. I drink the green tea. I exercise every day as much as my disability allows...I eat my fruit and follow the food diet for cycle one and I am having real trouble. Any ideas out there??? Does not make me feel good.

wednesday weigh in

Wed, 3 Oct 2012 08:56:03 EST
Well just finished week two of cycle one and found it hard...had a blip on Sunday when out for dinner...however, have now lost another 3 1/2 lbs so not far off my first stone which will be so amazing. My birthday on Sunday, 64 years old, so must stay away from the cake!!! Pleased. ps althoug my tracker shows kg I am actually weighing in pounds..does anyone else find this confusing?? I am often at a loss when reading other peoples trackers too.

I could just scream!

Wed, 3 Oct 2012 06:56:34 EST
I just spent about 10 minutes typing a huge long post so I can touch base with my team here... I've not been gone, but I've been extremely busy. I go to "post message" and it didn't take and I lost it! Grrrrr! So frustrating! I swear, I'll have to get used to copying it before I hit the button so that if I need to, I can re-paste it.

Ah well, I just complained about my busy life... told you ALL about how crazy my son's schedule is and then told you all how I was getting less ex...

New to 17 Day Diet team!

Tue, 2 Oct 2012 12:12:19 EST
Hello there,
I am a 47 year old married mother of 2 girls (ages 12 and 7), clinical social worker, and someone who has struggled with the same 25 pounds since the birth of my 2nd daughter - which coincided with my turning 40! Let's just say that my metabolism is no longer my friend, and perimenopause has made weight loss truly tricky.
I have had great results with the 17 day diet, but have had struggles sticking to it - mostly due to stresses from helping my mother recover from 2 ...

general question about breakfast

Tue, 2 Oct 2012 10:52:44 EST
I'm thinking of going back to the 17 DD and I have a question. I know egg whites are good but is egg substitute. Eggs have gotten so crazy expensive. I hate to throw the yolks away.

Also, I see in the book day 1 thru day 17 menus. Can I eat day one breakfast for several days in a row, then eat day 15 day breakfast then go back to day 1? Or does it have to be in that order?

Thanks, I hate to be a nudge

Help please what to do if go off piste on cycle 1

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 11:23:39 EST
I started on the 17 day diet, cycle one, 13 days ago. Stuck to it completely, tracked food, drank water and green tea etc etc. Find it hard as dont eat fish and not too fond of eggs, so sick of chicken....however, lots of entertaining this week and went out unexpectedly last night to new friends for snacks and wine...unfortunately it was dinner, not snack, lots of tapas. Stuck to water and some veg but had two small pieces of french bread with cheese and olives on...what do I do now??? Wi...

First weigh in report

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 08:55:32 EST
I am on day 8 Cycle 1 of 17 dd and today I weighed for the first time and am happy to report I am down 6 lbs. Hubby is following this plan with me and he was also down 6 lbs. Very happy with the results so far. Lets hope the scale continues to go in the same direction. Yesterday was my bday and I did not have any bday cake or any celebratory dinner like I normally would. Have to say I did miss the cake on my bday but it would have compeletely thrown me off track and I didn't want that. ...

October Challenge "5# or 5% by Fright Night"

Mon, 1 Oct 2012 01:12:48 EST
Good Morning...it is already October 1st! Countdown to year end has begun. I want to end strong...

October has five Mondays, five weigh-ins for many...so here is the challenge...you choose...set your goal to lose five pounds (or increments of five?) or 5% this month.

We will set up an accountability thread here as a sticky to record progress. Please check in on the "are you on track today" in the general forum for daily updating, support and chat.

Looki...

Using sparkpeople with the 17dd

Sat, 29 Sep 2012 16:26:39 EST
Maybe this is on a sticky, if so, forgive me, but how are you, or are you, using the sparkpeople nutrition tracker with this diet? One of the nice things about the 17 dd that appeals to me is not having to keep track of what I have eaten. So, I would like to hear if others are tracking and if they are, what and how they are tracking.

By the way, I am C1 Day 6 and have lost 3 lbs :)

Challenges

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 13:12:23 EST
Trying to get a feel as to how team members wish to move forward with challenges.

Certainly some of you envision or are a part of other teams that have great ideas in the way of intermittent (weekly?/17 day?/monthly?) challenges that allow you to participate in, silently watch or occasionally comment on the journey.

So, here is a list of questions to help refine the inquiry...comments welcome as well...

1. Do you enjoy having the option of a challenge? <...

Got the Book Today (Finally)!!!! Sept. 27,2012

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 22:40:59 EST
Hello to all of you! I have been on a waiting list at the public library all summer for the 17 Day Diet Book, but never got a phone call that it was in...finally, I decided to go to Books-a-Million and buy my own copy...I live out in the country so it was a 45 minute drive to the nearest store. They had one copy! I have read a lot on the internet, but wanted my own copy to read and reread if necessary...see I am taking this seriously...like a college course...I retired from 30 years teaching ...

Just on day 4 of Cycle 1. So far so good

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 14:37:11 EST
Well I decided it was time to check back in with Spark people to help me through another weight loss journey. I am trying the 17 Day Diet and so far I'm loving it. I have been on the diet roller coaster for years and have lost and gained too many times to count. I joined Spark people a year ago and really didn't do anything with it. Just stayed on the same destructive path I've been on for years and didn't follow any plan.

Just last week my husband (who really only has about 20...

New Team Member Here

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 13:39:17 EST
Hello Everyone! I am so excited to have found this group. I am on day 4 of the plan and am almost finished reading the book. My doctor recommended this diet to me a few weeks ago and I am just getting started. I am completely miserable and have never hated a diet so much in my life, so hopefully these first few weeks go by fast. 244

water, water everywhere...

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 11:18:27 EST
How do you all interpret Dr. Moreno's statement to drink "pure water"? Does he mean deionized water, as chemists interpret it? It doesn't occur naturally. Bottled water? Or just a plain old regular glass of tap water with no added ingredients like flavorings? I want to start the diet Monday and want to shop for my foods. THX!

Just joined this group.

Thu, 27 Sep 2012 07:04:58 EST
Hello everyone. Have now got sparkpage and joined this group as started 17 day diet eight days ago. I dismissed it at first as impossible but my sister has lost 28 lbs in three months on diet so thought I would give it a go. Find the first bit hard as dont do fish, but managing on chicken and eggs. Would love to hear from others who are in first phase too. Now lost 8lbs...another 20 to go though so still fat!!! But less so. 30

Cheese?

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 11:35:16 EST
I seem to remember reading that you can have cheese in the first 17 day phase. Is that true? If so, does anyone know what kinds? Thanks!

Maintenance Monday

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 07:07:24 EST
Maintaining and good with that!

I have to admit to weighing in a few times a week. For me, it totally keeps me accountable. I had a few cheats this week (Thai Drunken Noodles on Tuesday with a cupcake and on Friday late night, a half order of nachos)... The other things I had, really weren't cheats, but they were added carbs which I try to have only in the first part of the week, but this past week had towards the end.

I kept the exercise up, but didn't do the volume t...

question concerning two food items

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 19:20:21 EST
Are boca burgers allowed on 17ddc1......Is 2%plain greek yogurt allowed ot must it be 0@

60 year old vegan ready to do this!!!!

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 12:44:28 EST
hi, i am new to this team and new to this diet. a friend copied most of the cycle 1 information for me as i do not have the book.
i am 60 year old with about 75 pounds to lose. i have been on most diets - weight watchers, atkins, jenny craig, southbeach, etc. this diet intrigues me because of the cycles... i figure i can do it for 17 days! that being said, i am vegan. i do not eat meat, chicken, fish, dairy, or eggs which is really the bulk of this diet. i bought lots of vegetabl...

yogurt

Sun, 23 Sep 2012 08:12:29 EST
I notice on C1 some are having two yogurts......is this permissable strictly speaking?

Back In The Saddle Again

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 22:03:27 EST
Hi team,

I lost about 20 lbs for my wedding and I gained it all back within the last 6 months. The hubby and I had a foodie honeymoon and I went crazy afterwards eating everything in sight. I have to lose this poundage- I had a ton of cute clothes that looked great when I was thinner and I'm not giving them up! My husband and I have decided to redo our regimen and so far, so good. I'm not going to weigh myself until I'm done with the cycle 1 but I at least feel better. We are on ...

What is in your yogurt!

Sat, 22 Sep 2012 13:06:14 EST
I hate buying yogurt. There are so many brands and choices out there. I switched stores recently and found my go to plain greek yogurt that I could just walk up and buy without having to read the labels. Yesterday they were all out so I had to go back to reading labels to find what I wanted.

I was buying yogurt made with skim milk, cream and active bacterial cultures. Yesterday I had to buy yogurt made with whole milk, skim milk powder and active bacterial culture. I didn't ...

Let's do our part.......

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 19:38:49 EST
.....to make liars out of the forecasters who are predicting that our country will be 63% obese by 2030!!! (We're at 33% percent nationwide now......57% in some states - and a lot of these numbers using our children as the sample size!)

Shall we prove 'em all wrong??? (It's a little scarey to think that 63% of us will get winded walking from "here to the mailbox" soon....yikes!!).

Treadmill?

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 09:55:46 EST
Our elliptical broke. We are looking into getting a treadmill in the future. I know, walking outside is cheaper, etc, but there are times, especially here in FL, when it is too hot, raining or too cold to walk outside. So hubby and I are researching treadmills. Well, ok, I am researching treadmills. Hubby just agrees to whatever I choose, lol.

First off, I don't want to break the bank, but I know the more expensive ones are better, but we can't afford $800-$1000 treadmills. I'm thi...

Starting Tomorrow!!

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 20:52:11 EST
I read the book and did my shopping!! I am ready to start this journey. I need to do this for me and my health.

I am from NY and right now I am down to one kid in school. My oldest just started college. The only issue I am going to have is I have to make two meals. My son is very athletic and burns way too many calories to eat the same foods I will eat. That is probably going to be the hardest to get through. I just have to think of all the positives in losing the weight an...

Carb Intake

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 14:37:35 EST
What is the daily max for carb intake?

Trader Joes

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 14:00:37 EST
Anyone shop at Trader Joes? I am heading there after work and wanted to pick up a few things that were C1 and C2 friendly. Anyone have any good suggestions? Thanks!

Chicken Roulade

Tue, 18 Sep 2012 14:27:57 EST
Found this at - http://www.prevention.com/food/cook/diabet
es-friendly-chicken-dishes/chicken-rou
lade
Chicken wrapped around spinach and sun dried tomaotes- going to try it this weekend.

Ingredients:
2 cups (2 ounces) baby spinach
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/3 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 tablespoon water
1/4 cup (1 ounce) grated parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chop...

Back to Losing the Weight

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 18:02:35 EST
I started the 17DD when the book first came out in Dec of 2010. I did lose 70 pounds. I have to say i did very well and was very pleased. The problem is, I slacked off. I started gaining a few pounds here and a few there and I just came back from a six week vacation at my sister's and then my sons, which both live close to each other. Go figure, you can't eat desert every day for 6 weeks and not gain weight. So total i have regained 47 pounds. So today I am back on track and started cycle 1 t...

WOOHOO! Monday's weigh in!

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 07:07:08 EST
Wow, today I weighed in and I've lost 87 lbs! I'm so close to getting to that magical 100 lbs lost mark... I can taste it! Ivan has lost 63 lbs, so that puts us at losing 150 lbs between us today! And, on Wednesday, marks our 6 months of living healthier! I'm so proud of us it's insane!

In all, it seems that it's been coming off pretty quickly... and even though I'm exercising up to 5-6 times a week... and always watching what I eat and documenting what I eat... it's been relative...

FOR THOSE STARTING/R RESTARTING WEEK OF 16 SEPTEMBER

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 20:51:09 EST
In the past, having a thread devoted to cycle 1 starts on or about the same time has seemed helpful for those newbies, intermediates and veterans who were starting or restarting cycle 1 to have a place to share experiences and spur each other on or simply to have some great company on the journey. Feel free to use it in any way that might help and to use it for the entire 3 cycles.

Let's do it!!!

Hi there friends and fellow 17DD group!

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 20:44:18 EST
I've been missing in action for quite some time now. The last 10 months have been a huge roller coaster ride that has finally come to a rest. The last part of the ride has been the the decision to let go of pain and grab on to life with bilateral knee replacements. So, on Sept. 5 I had both knees totally replaced. I just got out of intensive rehab and am home. Out patient rehab begins on Sept 18. On Sept. 19 I get my 70 staples removed. I've not maintained anytype of control over my di...

Personal short term challenge -

Fri, 14 Sep 2012 00:46:29 EST
So!! I have an important consult coming up on October 10. The purpose is to evaluate a possible surgery to correct an electrical problem with my heart.......

I certainly don't want the surgeon saying that I need to be lighter to do the surgery - soooo.......

My challenge is to lose 10 pounds by October 10.

Wanna join me????

Kathymag

So Excited I had to tell someone!

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 14:48:19 EST
I just started day one of Cycle 2. Down 9+ lbs but even more exciting my BMI is 1.9 lower than 17 days ago! I thought this would be so hard, but I feel so good and have so much energy - it's easy. I miss that glass of wine with the hubby but it's worth it. Thanks for all the success stories - it makes it all seem possible!

Very strange happening!!

Thu, 13 Sep 2012 00:17:24 EST
Well I have an interesting dilemma.

It seems that my waistline is expanding. I'm going to go back to C1 and see if that helps to get things under control. Right now I am suspicious that my medication is causing problems with my figure. I will let you know how things go over the next couple of days. Good night everyone.

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Just have to share... lol

Wed, 12 Sep 2012 23:36:04 EST
My husband's facebook status today: Cracked me up and will totally give you an idea of the wonderfully, funny man I married!

Dieting can certainly mess with your head. I was shaving last night, squirted some shaving cream onto my hand, and just for one moment, I swear, if there had been a slice of apple pie anywhere nearby I would have loaded it with that shaving cream and gone to town on it's ass. I recovered quickly from this moment of deluded weakness , but still, better make...

Did anyone see...

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 16:59:47 EST
Did anyone else watch Dr. Oz today? I admit I am a closet watcher LOL! Anyways, today he talked about Body Restart Guide. I found it all interesting but he recommended....TADA!! hot water with lemon! He also said to add a couple drops of hot sauce as well. Evidently this helps restart your liver. The other things recommended were interesting as well. Here is the link in case anyone would like to read the article:
http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/dr-oz-com
plete-body-restart-guide

End of Cycle 1

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 16:34:32 EST
OK - so this is the third or fourth time I have entered/re-entered the Sparks world. I've tried on my own, Weight Watchers, Sensi or whatever the stuff you sprinkle on and now the 17 day diet. In over 10 years this is the first program I've followed so well and consistenly. Last time I weighed (Sun a.m.) I was down 6.8 lbs. Further, I didn't weight myself until day 3. I won't say I haven't been challenged; but I've stuck to it and am please with the results. Looking forward to eating be...

Just started today

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 18:51:52 EST
Hi, I have read the book and planned my meals so I started today. So far, it is an adjustment but that is to be expected.

I made a tuna salad recipe with greek yogurt and I hated it. That's okay, now I know.

I live in Washington, DC and I have a lot of weight to lose. I am using this as a way to get rid of the carb and sugar cravings, especially. I am still going to weight watcher meetings because I need that.

Do you find the lemon water effective? Yikes t...

Monday morning weigh in report... a big fat WHEW!

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 06:51:09 EST
Whew! I haven't a clue how I pulled it out... I reported my weightloss last Monday, but after that, started baking... as I weigh in daily, I see what happens when I stray. Well, at one time I was up 3.5 lbs this past week... so after the Race for the Cure, I was so hungry, had cheese pizza, then was like... NO MORE... back to it and we'll just see what Monday brings. Well, I am at the same weight I was last Monday... Soooo, even thought it's not a loss, I was doing all I could not to repor...

Insomnia ----UGH!

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 06:11:26 EST
I struggle with insomnia a lot. The last 2-3 nights have been the worse in awhile. ( I even stayed home from church yesterday!) The bad part is I always gain when I have sleepless nights. I weigh in officially on Tuesdays but this morning I stepped on the scales and I am up 4 pounds from last week. :-( I have tried many, many things, even have had prescription before which I took 2 times and threw them away because I didn't like the side effects. I know it's temporary but frustrating all the ...

Having cravings!

Sun, 9 Sep 2012 21:38:14 EST
What a week! The baking threw me off... I gained a couple of pounds... I have been back on track today... not sure what tomorrow will bring... but today... I've been fighting cravings ALL day! I have won the fight, but it's been ROUGH! I know that a few days back at it, I'll feel better and the cravings will disappear... I just have to get there.

How much are you paying?

Sun, 9 Sep 2012 20:48:30 EST
When I went to get some fresh fruit and vegs the other day, I also had to pick up the lemon juice. However, they did not have any of the Minute Maid lemon juice in stock. So I went back today and they had some. Whew! I almost used the old bottle up this morning. Anyway, I am paying $1.89 a bottle. What are you all paying for the lemon juice?

Anyone tracking on cycle 3?

Fri, 7 Sep 2012 16:19:20 EST
Wondering if anyone here tracks their calories and are on cycle 3? I began tracking my calories in August - at the same time I for the first time followed 17 dd to a tee. Since the end of cycle 2 and going onto cycle 3, I hit a now three week plateau (on the last 5 lbs to go). Started looking at my calories and I am in the 700-800 range. Checked here posts about being under 1200 calories but these refer to c1. I was never hungry and sometimes forced myself to eat more just to get to 800 o...

Chicken Stir Fry - C1?

Fri, 7 Sep 2012 14:35:54 EST
I didn't do stir fry last time I did C1 or C2 of 17DD. What to do you think - yay or nay. Is there a better teriyaki sauce to use?

Another newbie!

Fri, 7 Sep 2012 11:32:35 EST
I am planning on starting either Sunday or Monday (have to go grocery shopping). My co-worker has been doing the 17 day diet and looks FABULOUS!!! She is such an inspiration. I am looking forward to my journey with you all.

What's your color????

Thu, 6 Sep 2012 20:34:55 EST
Here's mine:

Blue: Soft, soothing, compassionate and caring, Blue is the color of deliberation and introspection, conservatism and duty. Patient, persevering, conscientious, sensitive and self-controlled, Blues like to be admired for their steady character and wisdom. They are faithful, but are often worriers with somewhat inflexible beliefs and can be too cautious, and suspicious of flamboyant behavior.

Blue-Green: Exacting, discriminating, poised and attractive, the Bl...

Newbie here :)

Thu, 6 Sep 2012 19:28:03 EST
Hi all,

I'm new "again" to Spark as of today. I thought I'd try again, but it's been a few years.

I'm also new "again" to The 17 Day Diet. I'm at the same point where I quit the last time so I'm fortunate to have found this group. I hope I'll find some strength here. As stated in the first email here for newbies, I've read and followed the first 2 chapters over and over again and now I'm at the point where I feel bored and I'm getting cravings for bad food so I'm about ...

Counting the days

Tue, 4 Sep 2012 12:07:47 EST
Okay - I started the 17DD on 08/27/12. I went off program Friday (08/31/12) and Sunday (09/02/12). I didn't stray too far, but I definitely wasn't eating "clean".

I've decided to subtract those two days from the total days I've been on the program. So, instead of being 8 days in, with 9 more to go, I'm counting 6 days in with 11 more to go (for Cycle 1).

What do you think? Does this sound reasonable, or should I completely start over? Or, should I just forget about tho...

OT prizes on the wheel

Tue, 4 Sep 2012 05:57:54 EST
You know the wheel you spin to get points every day? I've never seen a prize on the wheel before, or won a prize. Has anyone here won anything? What's the trick to winning? All I have been getting are points.

Nutritional goal guidelines for 17DD?

Mon, 3 Sep 2012 19:17:30 EST
I just started tracking my food using SP tracker, but I dont think the daily goal ranges are correct for the 17DD. I called the 17DD helpline a week ago, and the person was reluctant to give me ranges for how many carbs, fat, and protein I should have. Does anyone know the daily goal ranges, so I can change them in my tracker? Many thanks for any help.

Happy Labor Day! What are your plans?

Mon, 3 Sep 2012 08:36:16 EST
I hope everyone has a fun, safe Labor Day! I have to work, but will put pork ribs in the crock pot before I go. It's what hubby requested. I'll be having chicken :) The rest of the family will be having mashed potatoes (that doesn't bother me, I don't like mashed potatoes!), and they will have corn on the cob as well while I have some cauliflower. I made chocolate chip bars for their dessert, and I will have a yogurt. I probably will not fit a workout in today as work will be very busy and I ...

Recipes from the Ninja Pulse cookbook question

Sun, 2 Sep 2012 06:23:39 EST
When I bought the Ninja Pulse, it came with a nice cookbook. As I was looking through it, I noticed a lot of them could probably fit in with the 17DD. I don't want to post them on the recipe board/threads because I want to be positive they are compatible with this diet. So, would it be ok to post them here and get your opinion and then post them on the other board/threads?