New to board & South Beach

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Registered: 03-26-2003
New to board & South Beach
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Thu, 01-08-2004 - 11:17am
Hi everyone!

I made a commitment to myself at the New Year to take better care of myself -- along with a little push from my doctor too. So, South Beach, here I come!

I bought the book and want to read it before I get fully started on the eating plan, but wanted to know if there was anything I could do now to get started.

I look forward to participating on the board, meeting new South Beach buddies, and creating a brand new me!!

~ Jennifer

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Registered: 10-21-2003
Thu, 01-08-2004 - 11:28am
Jennifer - Welcome! I'm new, too - Day 7.

I made the very same commitments that you have made (as well as having a "push" from doctor)! I have done Weight Watchers (which I liked) but this is so much easier and I feel like I am really changing my way of eating forever - not until I just lose what I want to lose.

Here's what I have found - the Mini Veggie Quiche recipe in the book? AWESOME. I love it. Try the Ricotta Creme desserts...I really don't like Ricotta, but it's not soooo bad - especially if you somewhat like it now.

At this point in the plan, I really don't miss the "bad carbs" and I was truly addicted to potatoes and rice. Every meal (lunch and dinner) was accompanied by potatoes or rice. I ate fast food AT LEAST 4-5 times per week. Early on in the plan, I ate 1 bite of my husband's mashed potatoes - just for the taste - and that was enough for me.

YOU CAN DO IT - and this board will really help you. You'll find lots of answers and a ton of support.

Best wishes!

Christine

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Registered: 03-21-2003
Thu, 01-08-2004 - 12:27pm

Hi and welcome to the board!

MelMel
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Registered: 03-26-2003
Thu, 01-08-2004 - 12:28pm
Christine -

Thank you so much for your message of support. I really appreciate it! I know it's not going to be easy, but I'm determined to do it this time!!

~ Jennifer