Started CSD today 11-5-09, HELP!!

[erica]

I started this diet today. Can anyone tell me what to realistically expect? 5'3, 117lbs and would LOVE to lose at least 6lbs. Is this realistic? Also, I did enjoy 1 cup of coffee this morning (no sugar or cream). Help.

[TRINI]

[erica]

Trini, thank you for yor words of wisdom and encouragement earlier today. I have to admit that this is not easy. Today has been much more difficult than I ever anticipated. I am a sensible eater who decided to do this to kick start weight loss of approximately 6lbs. I just cannot seem to lose these any other way!! Yet, today I was starving and craving foods (chips, popcorn, chocolate???????) that I don't crave or rarely eat. Psychological? Did you or anyone else find that you were hungrier than before (keeping in mind that the caloric intake is drastically reduced)? When did this pass?

I greatly appreaciate the feedback.. I'm sticking to it and I know that I will not only look but feel better. Good luck to everyone else.

[TRINI]

[asinha63]

Hey , Just hang in there and watch the results in 7 days .
Follow it to the T .
Have coffee with skimmed milk if unavoidable
If you need any more help , feel free to shout .

[erica]

Well I survived my first day ladies and gents. I have not weighed myself yet as I would like to wait at least until the 4th or 5th day. I feel better today (day 2), not soo hungry yet. Although I noticed that when I got up this morning my skin felt a bit tight, water retention? I drank two glasses of water and feel better. I have been peeing every 15 minutes since yesterday and have had regular bowel movements. Today should be so much easier as I was dying for veggies yesterday. I will weigh in and keep you posted.

THANK YOU FOR THE SUPPORT!!

[TRINI]

[erica]

Trini/ladies, I stepped on the scale after the last post and showed a loss of 1lb!!! I was a bit shocked as I am feeling extremely bloated and feel as though I ate too much fruit/soup yesterday, day 1. I am not that hungry today and even found myself forgetting to eat until 1:30 pm. I am not one for skipping meals or snacks (usually 6 small meals a day). I am taking my son to see Christmas Carol tomorrow and am a bit worried that I will crave popcorn. I will be carrying fruit with me as day 3 allows for it. Any suggestions?

Thank you!!!

[TRINI]

[erica]

Trini, I am happy to say that as of yesterday (day 4), I show a loss of 3lbs!! I am extremely happy!! I was able to hang in there throughout the weekend. It was extremely difficult as I had to bake brownies, smell pizza and a bunch of foods that I know I cannot and should not eat. Aside from the 3lbs (keeping in mind that today is day 5 and I haven't weighed in), I can see change in my waistline. My jeans are loose. Yay!!!! 2lbs to go and I will have reached my goal.

I cannot wait to weigh myself tomorrow and to see the end results on day 7. What did you do after the 7 days were up?

Thank you.

[TRINI]

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[erica]

Trini/ladies, I have a few questions about day 7. I don't eat rice (brown or white) and am wondering if I must have it tomorrow. Also, the day suggests having fruit juice. Is it ok to have fresh fruit instead? I just don't do juice. Yet, i do fresh fruit on a daily basis.

Please advise.

Thank you.

[TRINI]

[erica]

Trini, THANK YOU!! I just could not stomach the thought of having beef!!! Therefore, I will start with Day 1 again. Lots of fruits and soup, right?

[TRINI]