Amount allowed for seeds on Phase I

iVillage Member
Registered: 10-14-2003
Amount allowed for seeds on Phase I
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Tue, 10-14-2003 - 9:39am
Hello Everyone:

I am on day three of Phase I. I noticed that pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds are allowed on the diet. Since nuts are given daily amounts, how many seeds am I allowed to eat? Or, are they an 'unlimited' food like lean chicken, lettuce, etc.?

Also, if dairy products aren't allowed, am I restricted from using cream in cooking or coffee?

Thanks!

Tara

iVillage Member
Registered: 10-01-2003
Tue, 10-14-2003 - 10:24am
Hi Tara,

Just my two cents - I don't know the amount of seeds for sure - but I would stick with a portion size. My bag of sunflower seeds says 1/4 cup in one serving. That sounds about right. Remember, nuts and seeds do have fat.

Also, fat-free creamers are allowed in your coffee during Phase 1. But in Phase 2 you may have low fat dairy including Fat-free half and half and evaporated skim milk for recipes.

Hope this helps.