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Go Beyond the Kettlebell Swing
So you read the book, got the kettlebell, and did the swing over a thousand times by now. As fun as it is, it's probably about time you expanded yo...
I feel so much better reading this. I tend to gain as little as 2 lbs. To as much as 9-11 lbs. The day after. By Wednesday I'm back to Saturday mo...
Re: Before and After - Week 4
I am so happy for you! I read your posts a lot, as I am in my 3rd week of SCD. I'm down 8.5 lbs already and excited to see more results. You are doing great! Question: are you going nuts on cheat ...
Re: are artichokes SCD friendly?
Yes,they are. And, I , too, no longer use that website to find out if a food is allowed. I've had artichokes twice. They are low calorie, low carb, high fiber food. A good trick: put a few cloves ...
Re: Fiber Supplements?
I take Whole Foods brand psyllium husks (in water) every morning after breakfast. I remember reading in Tim's book about it being ok. I've lost 7 lbs. In my first 2 weeks so it isn't stalling anyt...
Thanks,Josh! Since I've posted this I have lost 7 lbs! I have read and re-read the book and I also find that having the proper amount of protein a...
No. 2 weeks and close to ten pounds. The 30 lbs lost was my co-worker and brotherbwho both have been doing this for a few months.
Re: White beans and chickpeas: allowed or not?
I'm no expert , but after losing 6 pounds in less than 2 weeks, I can say "white" beans (navy, lima ) are ok. As far as chick peas (garbanzo ) are concerned, I believe Tim mentions to wa...
Good to know. In my 2 weeks of doing th ediet I had them once. One bag split between 3 of us.
Re: Newbie getting started
Good work! It's been two weeks for me. My brother and co-worker have lost 30 lbs. doing this diet and still eat to the lifestyle. Congrats on your weight loss! My brother advised me not to weigh m...
I feel the same way. It's psychological. Helps put the mind at ease.
Re: Tip: Ahi Tuna, the perfect protein
I have Ahi Tuna a few times a week. Got a great recipe from All recipes where you add olive oil, a bit of butter and pepper corns in the pan / dip the fish in a tad bit of kosher salt and cayenne ...
Re: Upset tummy on cheat day?
It's only been 10 days for me but,yes, I got a severely upset stomach, had to nap it off. Unlike most, I was glad to b back on Sunday!
I am confused. Tim mentions in the book specifically that soy beans are ok. In the section marked "The Slow Carb Diet I " it is listed u...
I drink nothing but Vintage brand seltzer water. Starting the SCD I stopped drinking the flavored ones and just drink the original. I,too, am curi...
Re: How do you stay "regular" on cheat day?
Try having oats with your breakfast. Fruit is my cheat day treasure and most fruit is high in fiber. Another option is psyllium husks. 2 tsp. In water should help creat a movement. You can always ...
Thanks,Minnesota! I'm down 5lbs after week one and have mynfirst cheat day ahead! I'll be smart and cheat by having an apple and later having stov...
Give a warm welcome to me!
Re: Partners? Challenges?
Sure! Just started today! Going to give it a serious go for 4 - 6 weeks!
Help for a newbie
Does anyone have advice for a newbie to the diet? I'm on Day 2. I did read the book. I feel odd not watching portion sizes or counting calories. I am eating the proper foods and making sure I limi...
Certain salad vegetables allowed?
I am a bit confused on vegetables. First off, I made it throguh day 1 and am looking forward to many more! I understand most vegetables ( not corn ) are allowed, esp. cruciferous. There seems to b...