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Mimosa Forsyth wrote:So i'm new to the MWL, i've been looking for the book for about 4-6 weeks now, so i finally gave in and got it off the website today (i was hesitant to start off with because of the international shipping)... I'm in for April, i think i have enough information to get me going without the book. But any additional words of encouragement or advice would be greatly appreciated!! Also any additional tips on how to stick to it (that's always been the hardest part for me)??
Wish me luck!
brilliantchaos wrote:Hello. I am very new here - and very new to McDougall's program, and MWLP. I would love to join your April group!
I have been struggling to loose weight for years but never seem to be able to. I have been vegetarian for years and recently turned vegan. Over the weekend I was searching the web for vegan friendly 'diet' (I hate that word!) and came across MWLP. Of course I was absolutely ecstatic to see a program that I would not have to adjust to be vegan! So on Sunday - I started. I feel great already and have even already seen the scale drop a little (even though I am sure it is water weight - it still feels good to see the number change!) I am having to find time to cook on my busy schedule (I lived for so long on boca burgers and Amy's Breakfast Burritos!) but I believe I can do it. There will be much I will miss though (Veganaise, olive oil, nuts (I eat alot of nuts), my tofu sauces) - but I am finding good replacements.
Well, I am starting to ramble. If it is not too late, I would love to join this months group!
Riva wrote:One of my goals was to keep track of who is who on this terrific thread. So I took a piece of paper and wrote down everyones name who posted today and maybe an identifying note or two. I love how Letha says: " I read every post every day on this thread." I was inspired by that.
Welcome to the new people. You will love the support and friendliness. No one get crazy or mean here at all!
Letha: I am going to try the congee. I would like a change from oatmeal.
Have you worked out a cooking method that works for you and if so could you share or point me to your blog place?
Mommylut: I would suggest taking rice cakes with you at all times. Also I have learned on this forum to remind myself: I will not die if I don't eat until I get home. Ha ha!! funny but true. Today I left work to bring some lunch to my 23 year old daughter who was sick. In my haste of leaving and going to the deli to get what she wanted and running to the bus in the rain I forgot, totally forgot about myself. When I got to her apartment I had a bowl of dry cereal and it was really good! Later, back at the office I had my rice and spinach.
[size=9]Tx Veggie[/size]: Did you pop into the Popeye link Letha gave you? Mindboggling isn't it. I think imagining that there couldn't be much oil in something is the single biggest reason for people thinking this diet doesn't work. I did this for YEARS. There is no reason on earth for that restaurant to put 19 grams of fat into the rice and beans. Even one teaspoon would give it lots of flavor and that would be only 3 grams of fat. Ridiculous.
Brilliant Chaos - Since you are very busy you could consider eating really really simply. Oatmeal, potatoes, rice and frozen vegetables,canned beans and fruit.
Just whole foods, no casserols or fancy stuff. You can do this very simply that way.
I have done every wrong thing, lied to myself, tricked myself...For awhile I even said I ate mcdougall except I cooked with oil. HA HA HA HA!!! That's a good one. Anyway, I am into facing myself squarely in the mirror and living the truth in all this. So, I am a little extreme, probably a little annoying. I try to soften that by cheering us all on!!
Here is to a good night sleep and a happy weigh in day tomorrow.
Riva
To Cowgirl up and CarolWL - I feel for both of you! My mom is 89 and has alzheimer's . It's so hard on her and everyone else. My stepdad is 92, so between the two of them they keep us all hopping. Luckily, they have some help. It's just visits, getting problems solved etc. My mom is also blind, which makes everything more difficult. Anyway, I wish everyone the best in trying to stick with your plan and care for aging parents. Take care, LauraAcowgirrlup wrote:Big hugs to you CarolWL. I am dealing with issues with my Mom, too and I know how hard it is. Hang in there and do what you can. I figure any healthy meal I eat is a good thing and I will eventually get back to healthier eating when I can.
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