Tue, Nov-13-01, 23:55
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Senior Member
Posts: 1,291
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Plan: IN LIMBO!!!!!
Stats: 145/137/126
BF:28.3%/22%/18%
Progress: 42%
Location: Northern California
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hi andrea, and welcome.
i know how you feel, and i understand your frustration. i'm not sure why your previous post went unanswered, but i will try to help. be aware, however, that the answer may not be what you want to hear. (that's not a bad thing, though)
first of all, this is a way of eating, not a quick fix. i am not sure if you have ventured into any other areas of this web page, but the webmasters here have provided a huge amount of information, personal experiences, and educational resources.
it really doesn't matter how much you have to lose, but keep in mind the percentage has a significant effect. if you only have 20 or so pounds to lose, then each pound is 5%. thats alot.
drinking water is fine. your not going to hurt yourself.
the taste in your mouth is a good sign.
remember that for so many years, you have been brainwashed into believing that low fat/cal is the way to go. it may take a while to "unthink" these ideas.
read as much as you can. get the books. read the journals, find information for yourself.
i hope i've answered some of your questions. i, too, have little to lose compared, but my addiction to sugar and carbs was up there with the best of them.
hope you stick around, we would love to join you on your journey.
b
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