Everyday Systems

vmsurbat, I have seen a number of references that indicate that after a night's sleep, we are indeed dehydrated- think about that "dry mouth" feeling when you wake. So replenishing that makes sense. I am sipping on my H2Orange even as I write and before I head to the pool for my water workout. My m...

So Pepper, It seems like I'm the Johnny on the Spot to reply to your messages this morning! I'll share a few of my strategies for cutting portions. . .but as I said in the cereal post, it's more important to build your habits before you worry about that. From Reinhard's original info about No S. Wha...

My memory (and I didn't go back and look this up so my memory might be a scary place to go!) is that something counts as a sweet if it's something you would consider as a dessert--at least when you're starting out. After you've mastered the "vanilla" version of the diet--simplistically speaking, you...

During the summer I'm enjoying a fifty minute daily water "aerobics" class at at the local pool. It is a whopper of a workout but places no stress on these "mature" joints of mine! And it's a perfect chance to get to "go swimming" and be among ladies who are around my age (range from early 40's to c...

Reinhard, Thanks for the validation. It seems to be working for me so far. . . and about that Key Lime Pie. . . I made the executive decision to make yesterday an Special day--but the only slip was a sliver of that pie. As I look at the calendar, it should be my only NWS day except July 4 for the mo...

SOUTHERN BROWN. . .Welcome to No S! Although I've only been doing this "thingy" as one member calls it (rather an a diet!) for a short while, I can tell you that it can change your relationship with food and that four letter word. D I E T (Notice the first three letters. . . hmmm. ) As you have time...

CVMOM, I hear ya. . . I've done quite well today and it's already mid-afternoon. Now I'm making a careful plan to maneuver my evening. We're having two couples over for dinner. I'll be fine with a small grilled burger with probably half a bun or maybe no bun and the salad-y type trimmings. The beans...

Regarding my creating the extra HabitCals and others' concern that it muddies the waters. I totally agree that the strictness of the plan is what counts. The reason I added the extra HabitCals was so that I could keep track of HOW I was messing up/trends of failure or slips so that I could view it v...

I guess we all have a little of that "rebel" in us. . . like when someone used to say, "are you sure you should eat that. . ." I just wanted it even more! My need has been to keep myself honest with my HabitCal yet wanting to have a clearer record of what I'm really doing. I have a solution that see...

Hungry Girl: I don't have fibromyalgia but I do have more than my share of aches and pains. Knee surgery a couple of years ago that still gives me trouble and recurring foot issues. . .I posted this on another thread a few days ago. . . if you have access to a pool (even if it's not an organized cla...

I discussed the snacks because you were crashing a couple of hours before lunch time and a snack might be a temptation to get you through. I'm sorry-I just "read" that into your message. One breakfast that doesn't require a lot of prep that seems to hold me all morning is this: I mix a (slight) cup ...

Welcome to 12catcrazy, Right now you probably have a "habit" of having snacks a la some of the current diet suggestions out there. So your body is used to that snack even though it may not really NEED it. It will take a number of days to create the new HABIT of eating three meals a day with no snack...

S DAYS: Seems to me that the "good news" here is that you are in lucky that the big church dinner is this WEEKEND. . . ah, an "S" day. So you can have SOME special extras, especially if you follow Reinhard's advice about that (the "don't be an idiot" part!) And if there happens to be extra to be ta...

Got this at Target so my three year old granddaughter can trike along the way--but the handle makes it a stroller so you have control, especially when she gets tired of pedaling. . . http://www.target.com/Radio-Flyer-Steer-Stroll-Trike/dp/B0009NX07S/ref=sc_ri_4/602-9084734-0823838 An even fancier mo...

Mistress M, (love your name!) You might see what the tortilla package (unless you're lucky enough to have homemade tortillas) says is the equivalent of "one serving," then perhaps fold them in half or in quarters or perhaps roll the tortillas . . one of our favorite quick suppers at our house is a m...

Let Freedom Ring ! It occurred to me as I replied to another post that celebrating Independence Day will be particularly special for me this year. (Note: this will not mean as much to those outside the USA, but hopefully you’ll get the point anyway!) I’ve found a new freedom—from worrying abo...

All in One, Hang in there. I know that S days are supposed to be special as in celebratory, but my gut tells me (now that's a pretty picture) that learning about such a life-changing situation should qualify as well. I know, I know, we have to learn to manage our stress in other ways instead of with...

So this is your lucky week. . . part of the beauty of this lifestyle is that we get to eat like thin people-especially on S days. . .remember that S days include Special days; Reinhard refers to those as NWS (Non Weekend Special days). Actually yesterday I saw a new thread started called New Person ...

Betty (For those who check these posts often, this suggestion will sound like a broken record. . .but since, I'm assuming, Betty's been out of the loop since she's got jet lag!). . . so here goes anyway (if you're one of the people who have already checked this out--sorry!) , this might be a part o...

KCCC, I didn't mean to imply that wine should be maintained as a habit. . .just that part of earlier comments dealt with whether a little wine WAS a habit and that possible HABITS are not good. I probably read too much into it. I certainly agree that wine and mouthwash are clearly different matters!...

I understand that, especially if you have any concerns at all about how much wine you might drink, that you might tend to worry. However, a few points come to mind. . . 1. less than two glasses (that would mean wine glasses!) of wine a day can be healthy for us as has been documented by medical expe...

I'm glad you liked it. I know Reinhard says that even straight fruit juice is ok on N days but in my case, it is a good way to make sure I drink at least 48 oz. of water that's not carbonated, etc. Just that little bit of "flavor" perks it up a bit. On these hot summer days, I know I need to drink ...

I love your little note about "life" :D Look at my topic posted last week: H2Orange: A Strategy to Avoid Snacks It works really well for me; you can get any flavor of Crystal Light that you like to use with the orange juice. . . I use the Kroger/Dillon's/Baker store brand or sometimes the Wal-mart ...

Jem, I certainly appreciate and understand your feeling as if you have to go to extremes on N days as well as S days. Believe me, I’ve tried every diet known to man (and woman!) and have spend bundles trying to find success, none of which gave me the weight loss, particularly long range, or contr...

I realize this is a bit off your original topic, but had to comment on your Craig Ferguson show exchanges. You would have a blast; we went to LA a couple of summers ago (btw-my username does not refer to Los Angeles) and I had managed to get us tickets to his show. It was a long wait that afternoon...

Mooseberry, I know what you mean about seminars/conferences where they serve all sorts of delightful foods. I just completed a two week summer institute at a major university where the order of the day was coffee and sweet rolls & bagels, etc. before it started; two 30 minute breaks mid-morning and...

Another note about my H2Orange drink. One of the things it helps with is quenching thirst when you wake up. I read a post someone on these boards I think about how sometimes when you feel the need to eat/snack or whatever, that often, your body is really telling you that you need hydration, especia...

See my new topic posted earlier today called H2Orange-a Strategy. . . to get an excellent idea on something good to drink and it will substitute nicely for a "snack ." Regarding specialty (alcoholic) drinks . . . I didn't mention in that post that I've found a creative way to have my favorite cockt...

STRATEGY FOR HELPING TO ELIMINATE THE URGE TO SNACK and A TWIST ON WATER CONSUMPTION! I’m new to the site but have been following the No S guidelines for several weeks. (I will admit however that I’ve only really followed it carefully for a couple of weeks. . .I think I’m getting closer to th...