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oliviamanda

That is great news. I am glad No S is having positive effects on your brain. I do not even obsess about what sweets I'm eating on S days, I just let them come my way and if I feel they are worthy I will have as much as I find enjoyable, which isn't as much as it used to be.

oliviamanda

I used to be an eggs over easy and bacon kind of girl. Breakfast wasn't breakfast if it didn't involve them. Now I don't eat bacon, and therefore stopped eggs for awhile, too. Ever since I saw the movie Julia and Julia, I poach my eggs. They are so delicious and it's super easy. I have two ways to d...

oliviamanda

I have purchased Truvia from the supermarket before and I very much enjoyed it in hot drinks. I never use artificial sweeteners. I love that Stevia is natural and from a plant. It's super sweet so you only need a very small amount.

oliviamanda

Wow, what great motivation for a Tuesday! Now that the Easter candy is pretty much gone, I am with you!!! Vanilla No S starting right now!

Signed,
Olivia Amanda

oliviamanda

Come on, guys(gals) I'm having a six pack about 2-3 times a week. Is that really a big deal? Yes, technicaly speaking, I'm an acoholic, but the way I understand it, it doesn't take much to qualify these days. I don't buy into the new age idea of alcoholism anyhow. I come from a long line of alcohol...

oliviamanda

I have to say I agree with NoelFigart. Regardless if you want to limit your beer, the truth is you are getting tons of extra calories and that alone could be a huge factor in your weight gain and/or inability to lose weight. Although No S is not about counting calories, the calories you are getting ...

oliviamanda

We drink seltzer at home. Usually with juice or a juice extract. You may feel better flavoring it yourself as you will know what you are adding. I used to hate the taste, but now I have it whenever I want a soda. It's better for you just about as satisfying.

oliviamanda

That is quite an S day you described... everything was sweet, salty and greasy. I think that as you do No S, when the S days come you may want to voluntarily eat better and trim your S's. You are certainly entitled to them, but if it destroys your progress of 1) forming good habits, and 2) watching ...

oliviamanda

I got Wii and Wii Fit for Christmas. I have several different Wii workout programs and they are awesome. It's fun and there's not excuses about the weather. Plus, it costs less than a gym and you can do running and walking programs, as well as tons of different exercises. Happy to see you are back!

oliviamanda

Thank you for posting. I agree with the first three steps. I know what foods and eating habits have contributing to my weight gain on and off of No S, and I know that a lack of exercise for about 2-3 years also contributed to my weight gain.

oliviamanda

Recently, I brought 2 pieces of exercise equipment to my office: my 15-lb kettlebell and a stretchy band. When I have down time or a break I start doing reps. So far I have been able to be discreet about it, but I'm sure it's a matter of time someone sees my kettlebell pressing up above my cube. Wel...

oliviamanda

I think that's a great idea to know what you are going to eat for breakfast and lunch. In your case, a more strict approach like that might help you not derail. You said you only have a small amount to lose and you just want to tone up. I hate to say the E word, but since I didn't see you mention it...

oliviamanda

Well, I think JenA works out a whole lot or at least does tons of yoga. I thought that the "don't eat shit" part was important because crap food is everywhere... it's so accessible. I failed to bring my lunch yesterday to work and I went out in search of something that wouldn't be crap and came up w...

oliviamanda

I was just reading an article on Jennifer Anniston where she says: "Look I eat really well and I work out, but I also indulge when I want to. I don't starve myself in an extremist way. You're not taking away my coffee or my dairy or my glass of wine because I'd be devastated. My advice: just stop ea...

oliviamanda

This thread reminds me of what Rheinhard says about sweets: I wouldn't worry too much about borderline foods like yoghurt and peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. If these are a problem for you, i.e., you eat them every day and lay it on thick, then make them esses. If not, don't. Just by targeting t...

oliviamanda

Welcome, bunnyhugger Don't be afraid of No S. Be afraid that you can't count calories for the rest of your life. You have learned a lot so far about what foods are high calorie. Apply that to No S and make better choices at mealtime. I think if you try No S for one month, even ease into it doing one...

oliviamanda

I saw a similiar article on msnbc.com earlier today. It talked about how the rats went crazy for oreos and would not stop eating until they were through. Reminds me of my husband. Any sweet that isn't specifically for me on my S days, gets ploughed through by him. Luckily for him, he is not overweig...

oliviamanda

Pizza is perfectly fine! Some people eat more than 2 slices and that does not fit on one plate and might be considered seconds. I usually eat two smaller slices and have some salad along with it. I think it's good to look at your options and say if I have a choice between pizza and a healthier optio...

oliviamanda

Welcome back! You have so much going on. I have a friend who's son is benefits from a gluten-free diet. It takes some adjusting, especially if you have two little ones and you can bake goodies for them to eat because they are limited with their diets. Good luck with your move. Spring is here and it'...

oliviamanda

So sorry for your loss. I notice when I'm doing No S (versus when I didn't) the sweets and snacks don't taste as good. You know there are no amount of cookies that are going to make you feel better. Going for a walk and just breathing and trying to make sense of things is better than autopilot eatin...

oliviamanda

Welcome back Betty! I did so well on No S when I started. I also walked a whole lot back then because I could with my job. It all stopped when I went to a job where I didn't walk much and had bad choice food at my fingertips. Then I got pregnant, gained all my weight back and then some more. This ti...

oliviamanda

I did not, but really I wish that I had. Next time if I get lucky enough, I will stick to No S or No S type habits. I developed gestational diabetes during pregnancy and it had a lot to do with my unhealthy diet of all things S. : ( I don't think you need to deprive yourself during pregnancy, but sn...

oliviamanda

When I had my most success with the No S Diet, I read the labels and would not buy anything that wasn't very low in sugar and sodium. I really think it made a difference because I lost a lot of weight fairly quickly. But No S is not no sugar, it's no sweets. If you can opt for lower sugar options, f...

oliviamanda

That's great Deb! I think there really is something to the HFCS thing. I have been trying to avoid buying products with it in, but somehow I didn't look at the labels on the low-sodium wheat thins and stroehmann potato bread. I can't believe it's in there!

oliviamanda

hsmomof6, my sister signed up for weight watchers a few weeks ago and she is off it already. she was not enjoying it for the same reasons you described. BUT she is not about to do No S either. My whole family knows I do this and have done it for years with very positive results, but everyone wants t...

oliviamanda

Is there any dessert that you could take or leave? Serve something that is not a favorite. Tiramisu is like one of the most amazing desserts.

Or you could make a more healthy dessert like a kick-butt fruit salad or a banana nut bread pudding!

oliviamanda

I was in the dentist office the other day and came across a Woman's World. There's always some amazing weight loss success story to draw you in. Actually No S was featured in one issue before if I am correct. It's a nice little magazine, but like marygrace said, a good deal of it features recipes fo...

oliviamanda

Thanks for posting. I love that actress! I actually didn't know the Bones star was her sister! Glad she is practically a No-S-er!

oliviamanda

I, too, hate those commericals. There's always some humor in looking smart people look stupidl; you go Corn Association.

There are videos that make fun of them on YouTube as well. Those are really funny!

oliviamanda

I avoid it as much as I can, but like marygrace said... ketchup. At home I have Heinz organic which does not have it, but if I'm out then there is no option. But I know that a little ketchup isn't going to break me. I also hate when I have to break down and drink a soda (a rare occasion, mostly at a...

oliviamanda

Thanks KCCC!

oliviamanda

I think people are so addicted to these S's that they cannot conceive of a daily world without them. Especially snacking. Even my relative is eating healthy all the way around cutting out this and that, but still is so proud she eats cut up fruit with cinnamon as a snack. Maybe that's better than ot...

oliviamanda

Can't remember who said that sweets are Just for Decoration, especially during the week, but I used that this morning when I walked into the kitchenette at work and found a pile of freshmade scones and cream cheese and a big box of Dunkin' Donuts assorted. Coming off my weekend and having my S late ...

oliviamanda

I know that I've talked about this before, BUT it still baffles me that whenever I try to tell someone who is struggling with their weight and diet about No S, it's basically like I can't even finish mouthing the minimal amount of words that make up No S. As soon as I say "no snacks or sweets" they ...

oliviamanda

Eclairs are also my new S day treat. A local bakery makes them, but sometimes by the time I get there they are all out and I just can't bring myself to order them ahead of time because I know that I will eat the many that I'd order. I always used to eat the frozen ones if I ever had one, but the one...

oliviamanda

Thanks for posting this. I especially like the reminder that if you mess up for one day you don't have to go on a downward spiral. Just because Monday may turn out "red", the whole week doesn't have to be red. No S is very forgiving (I think).

oliviamanda

I have wondered the same thing. I think if you eat three complete meals a day, you shouldn't be so hungry between meals enough to break your N day. I have to admit that I tend to not eat enough at breakfast and lunch sometimes... that I could eat more and be fine. Many times my red days are a result...

oliviamanda

That's a great realization! No S is not low-carb or no-carb... bread is okay. My only dangers is a bread basket at a restaurant (the delicious hot bread is almost irresistable), but then you start eating one, two, three pieces, and then your meal comes... and all of a sudden it all doesn't fit on on...

oliviamanda

That's great!

oliviamanda

Rheinhard states: Does fake sugar count as an "S"? As I mentioned in a post to the No S Diet group, I would avoid fake sugar products for 3 reasons. they tend to be pretty disgusting you *know* that in 10 years scientists are going to discover that they're even worse for you than real sugar. you mig...

oliviamanda

Thank you for sharing. You are an inspiration. Thank YOU for the No S Diet!

oliviamanda

I'm not discounting anything that you are saying, but the number one killer in France is also heart disease.

oliviamanda

Going to get a cup of coffee with a girlfriend almost always is accompanied by a dessert that we at least share. My mom has always had "tea" time because she is British. Tea and coffee are always accompanied by cookies and sweets. I have to say No to her on N days, but it's so difficult to have one ...

oliviamanda

The leading killer of humans in the United States and globally is heart disease, so to say that saturated fat has been consumed forever without problems... I don't agree. Maybe there is no direct link between saturated fat and heart disease, but there are studies that show saturated fats lead to hig...

oliviamanda

I rarely eat faux meat, but sometimes I have a black bean burger or something made up of actual beans, vegetables and grains. The faux meat may also be bad for you, but it doesn't have the saturated animal fat. Of course most people want the real thing...but it looks like chicken mcnuggets really ar...

oliviamanda

Who knew? Glad I am vegetarian, but I'm sure that even th BK Veggie has got some terrible stuff in it! I always thought that KFC didn't use real chickens, but cloned ones bred without heads.

oliviamanda

Drinks between meals are okay, and I agree with NoelFigart about which kinds to have. Coffee and tea are fine; I'd watch if they are all sugared up into very desserty sounding and tasting concoctions. I'd stay away from sodas and milkshakes mostly. : )

oliviamanda

Welcome back! The good thing is you know that No S works. I had a 2 year break from No S because my willpower weakened due to a change in my working environment and new stresses. I am relieved to be following again and hope I don't ever feel the need to stray. Go get your shoes and before you know i...

oliviamanda

Check this out! This is very easy to make and you reall can substitute the fruit for what you have in season!

http://www.recipezaar.com/Berries-Salad ... eam-199184

oliviamanda

College is so tough. And stress hits everyone differently. I remember dealing with my stress by not eating hardly anything. Although your meal plan sounds good and healthy, I think you're portions are too small and maybe that's why you are turning to eating between meals. Carry a water bottle with y...

oliviamanda

Why do we have to use the scale as our barometer? My scale has not budged in months, BUT I have had to buy new pants and jeans. I have lost 2 dress sizes since rebooting my No S committment and exercising. I just know that if I wasn't doing No S that the scale would be up way more than it is.

oliviamanda

I also breastfed my son up until he was 7 months old. I did not lose weight like they said that I would. Actually I have struggled to get the baby weight off. He is 2 years old now and I am about 10-15 lbs away from pre-baby weight. I am suprised it hasn't come off faster, but now I really am gettin...

oliviamanda

RJLupin... I am not offended in the slightest. I love all my No S family and welcome what anyone has to say about the topic at hand... which was coffee. : )

oliviamanda

I only skimmed the SB book. My husband had become vegetarian because he was always sick, especially after eating beef. Plus, he is a veteran of the Gulf War and read an article said that they used beef cells in the vaccines the government gave them during the war and somehow it might have a link to ...

oliviamanda

I know that giving up meat isn't for most people and neither is giving up coffee. I have to say that in being vegetarian I have largely cut down my processed food intake and I know I feel healthier for it. Plus, I am not eating my old favorites... bacon, burgers and cheesesteaks. I believe that not ...

oliviamanda

I hear you about the wacky science thing. The t-shirt slogan you mention is a great reminder that coffee is actually a drug and that caffeine/coffee may be the #1 drug in Amercia and possibly the world. We are all so heavily addicted... doesn't it just say it all when you say I cannot give up my cof...

oliviamanda

Just stubled across this article and found it interesting. I know No S allows you to drink coffee and hello! many of us can't get through the day without it, but if there is any truth to this article... it's enough for me to limit my intake! http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/34734/coffee_and_...

oliviamanda

Thanks for sharing, twosleepy! We each have our own struggles! It seems that a lot of snacks are actually sweets, too... so you are double offending by eating oreos or other-like snacks. It really takes awhile to get in the groove. Just think, if you were not doing No S, you might have eaten several...

oliviamanda

ShannahR, my co-workers that snack all day are not thin, actually far from it. And occasionally I get offered a cookie or candy and I just got used to saying no.

oliviamanda

Anyone else notice that the whole office is eating around the clock, hitting up the snack machine, the candy jars, the baked goodies in the kitchenette, and the constant food talk?

oliviamanda

I read somewhere if you want to stop snacking, getting some hand cream that has a scent, or paint your nails (for the ladies)... if your hands smell or you just did your nails... you may be less likely to feed yourself with snacks.... it's good for watching tv!

oliviamanda

Welcome to No S! We are glad to have you!

oliviamanda

Don't be discouraged. S days gone wild can really do you in. Maybe you might consider keeping a food journal so you can see the trends in what you are eating and how it affects your weight. I did this and I found out I was eating so much bacon and fries! Good luck to you.

oliviamanda

Good luck to you! You might want to search for the thread about H2Orange... mixing orange juice and water to sip in between meals... might curb your appetite and it tastes better than plain water for those of us not so fond of it. Personally it sounds like maybe you aren't eating enough at breakfast...

oliviamanda

I am having the same problem. I wait as late as I can on Friday night. S days this winter seem to be Friday night to Sunday afternoon. Not really ideal, but I am not going to beat myself up about it. I am exercising every day and I have only minimal amounts of sweets when I have them.

oliviamanda

Well, hopefully future purchasers of the No S book will read that little negativism and see it for what it is... just plain stupid. People are blindly in search for that magic pill or magic book or plan that requires zero effort and maximum results. It really is too much for most people to follow th...

oliviamanda

Well, leaving your money at home is a good start! I find it easier when it is not available to me. Most of the time I will not buy a sweet or snack on an N day, but the hardest thing is when its coming at you beyond your control... and then when you say no to it, it's like a triumph! Give yourself k...

oliviamanda

Vacations are so tough, especially if you are somewhere where you have food available to you around the clock. Do you think it's too much to enjoy one plated meal out three times a day? I think you can really stick to No S anywhere you go. You don't need appetizers and desserts. I think pacing yours...

oliviamanda

The others are right on. You need to start moving a little more. Maybe just add in some extra power walking or something. You need to burn to lose, especially if you are at a standstill.

oliviamanda

I just went to their website, which is pretty cool and very inviting. Eating a bar in between meals does not fit into the No S plan. I would eat them on the weekends, or at mealtime with my meal. Although these seem by far a healthier alternative to other bars... just look at the selection of flavor...

oliviamanda

If the numbers are the same or higher, are you suddenly going to be discouraged? My numbers aren't budging right now, but my clothes are loosening considerably. I am a life follower of No S, so nothing the scale says is going to make me stop eating this way. Once a month is good. Don't be scared. Ju...

oliviamanda

Good luck!

oliviamanda

I WISH I could give us sweets, but I really do enjoy them sometimes. It's almost europhoric when you have something that is just delicious. I have cut down my sweet intake considerably since No S... to the point where it is almost eliminated. I don't think I could go without it unless it wasn't avai...

oliviamanda

Welcome! I read the Skinny Bitch book and have been a vegetarian since. I also have significantly cut down my dairy and coffee intake as the book discusses. But, the No S book is where it's all at... : )

oliviamanda

Well said KCCC. I feel the same way... I am trying to make friends with the notion of not having to eat multiple sweets because it's an S day. Right now I'm excited because I have a special S that I can have at midnight. I usually don't have too much on Sundays because I am so sugared out from indul...

oliviamanda

I just was suffering with extreme sore throat and picked up a bag of organic honey hard candy... and did not think twice about it being a sweet. Getting better is more important than suffering. I had like two at night and it helped. Now if I was drinking down milk shakes to soothe the throat I might...

oliviamanda

Free food always causes me problems! I would incorporate it into my meal. Put it on the plate and build around it! Save it for breakfast... or even freeze it if you think it's a sweet.

oliviamanda

I think it is possible to gain weight at first. It took me a good month to get in the groove.... and I remember not losing anything at first, but was very pleased that I was not eating as many sweets and snacks. After a month I got up the energy to moderately work out by walking a lot. And then the ...

oliviamanda

I love whole milk. Ever since by 2 year old started drinking milk a year ago, I have pretty much stayed off it because he drinks so much. But, I never buy skim or 1 or 2%. I love the explanation in the book!

oliviamanda

I am a culprit of using the scale and I'm sure a lot of people don't agree. Now, I get on my Wii Fit balance board and it tells me my weight and bmi. I don't think it's 100% accurate because my bathroom scale is 5 lbs higher, but I do like to see my progress and if I go up it's usually a result of s...

oliviamanda

I agree with Grammy G! Greek yogurt is the best. I cannot eat regular yogurt ever again. Do you know the commericals?... I just had key lime pie or some other dessert and it's about the yogurt... and how wonderful, we are enjoying desserts, but we can get away with it because it's yogurt and that's ...

oliviamanda

Some of you might know my story, but when I saw the title of this thread I was so excited to once again relate my No S experience. In January of 2006 I started No S. It took a few weeks to get in the groove, but I lost about 25 lbs by August 2006. It was amazing! Then I got a job in a bakery, and th...

oliviamanda

That's what she said! Don't eat it if it's not good, especially meat (so says the vegetarian... : ) )It could be not good for a reason, if might have been bad meat. I think No S has taught me to appreciate what I'm eating. I would've made a sandwich and had my sides. You want to be full. No S is not...

oliviamanda

Welcome, RJ! Good luck with No S-ing and if you have any questions or need support, you know where to find it!

oliviamanda

Thanks Deb! I follow the same thing... i eat eggs and fish, just no meat, no high fructose or msg if i can help it.... no rice a roni : (

oliviamanda

While dining with my hubby last night, I got to thinking. About second portions. We have been vegetarian for about a year and I have realized that now that we don't eat meat, we hardly ever have second portions. I am not vegetarian because I didn't enjoy meat or the taste of it. I liked it very much...

oliviamanda

I am relieved that it is Monday and I can officially not take cookies from the cookie tray put out at work. I am glad I can say no to whatever goodies are left at home. I am glad I can say no to the desserts my mom would like to present to me at tea time. : ) I have allowed my Christmas Eve, Christm...

oliviamanda

I used to weigh every day, now I just got on my Wii, so that is still weighing myself, but I know no matter what the scale says, I am about to exercise! You don't need to do this on No S, but I think it's helpful. If I am "overweight" vs "normal" as I am on the borderline, I think it sucks when it's...

oliviamanda

Yes, this is the toughest time. Great job on the 9 lb loss and rosacea clear-up! I agree there should be a plan in place. I miraculously got through all the goodies left out at work the last two weeks. I am not going to beat myself up about what I eat in the next few days for Christmas, but I alread...

oliviamanda

That's really interesting and great! No Sers should make a compilation book of cool stories like this!

oliviamanda

Yikes! It's a hard call. If you think it will keep you on track, then do it. Otherwise, personally I would not choose to get my calories through a drink. I would consider it a sweet, but that's just me. I think you will find greater success if you make it an S day thing, but again... if you need to ...

oliviamanda

That's inspirational! I love it that you recognize you have a problem and you are actively doing something about it. I thought Thanksgiving weekend was going to be tough, but it really wasn't. The sweets were not as satisfying and I had a few bites instead of whole pieces and seconds. Yah for you!

oliviamanda

Thanks for posting this! I love Jamie Oliver!!! Here's a relevant excert from the article: Stop snacking. Snacking, in my mind, is the big evil. No one is an angel 100% of the time, including me. I like chips and chocolate. But I've never, ever met an obese family that didn't treat snacking like mea...

oliviamanda

From an earlier post, someone said that these sweets are

JUST FOR DECORATION!!!!

Also, I find it helpful to remind myself

A MOMENT ON THE LIPS, A LIFETIME ON THE HIPS!!!!

oliviamanda

Everybody rally up and join The Followers of the No S Diet Facebook page! I am on FB a lot and it would be great if we could have an active forum there as well. I want to introduce No S to some of my FB friends and then they look a this inactive group. Please please please!!! : )

oliviamanda

Excuse me if I am repetitive in any way from what's been already posted. I agree with clarinetgal. Healthier foods make you feel good. I think you'll find that you substitute more healthy meals over less healthy ones, you will see some sort of positive result. It's common sense you are going to mayb...

oliviamanda

Burger and fries out to dinner with friends on any day of the week is definitely allowed in No S. I would watch my ketchup intake, but that's about it. I agree that too many burgers and fries are no good if you get it too often. I went through a period where I didn't have much money and I hit up McD...

oliviamanda

Bar food is not the healthiest stuff: baskets of fries, cheese fries, onion rings, loaded potato skins, chicken wings, tacos, everything fried!

oliviamanda

I, too, don't want to come off as overbearing! http://caloriecount.about.com/alcohol-weight-gain-ft46709 I think that it's important to note that people that drink, even if only on weekends, when they cut it out, they lose weight. From personal experience I started drinking in college in my early tw...

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