Hi there and thank you for your response.

I am not on any supplements (awfully expensive here) but if it looks like this sensation will carry on or get worse I will do it.

Although on day 10 of induction (with no major cheats) I have only lost one pound. I cannot understand it. Perhaps this is not the plan for me.

I reckon it is a calcium deficiency. It has been so hot in Scotland this past 2 weeks it is no wonder. I shall visit the health food shop tomorrow.

Thanks

Irene

Good job, Irene. But be sure you get magnesium with that calcium, as it's more likely the cause of the problem, although the two do work in tandem.

I had a peek at your journal and I see you've been getting some good advice from Anne. One thing did occur to me, with all the sausages and diary you're eating, how much water are you drinking? Coupled with the heat your body could be holding onto that water if you're not drinking enough. You need a minimum 64 oz a day, or 2 litres, more in hot weather.

And don't worry about going slightly over 20g of carbs with veggies - they are good for you and shouldn't negatively impact on anything, other than boredom!

-Nat