Wed, Oct-29-03, 16:11
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Senior Member
Posts: 4,566
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Plan: Weight Watchers
Stats: 264/136/146
BF:
Progress: 108%
Location: Central CA
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I think CAD is a wonderful plan. I credit it for keeping me sane and happy about a WOE for the first time in my life. There are countless advantages such as eating a normal meal with your family, having things you desire, filling up faster than you thought you would and yes, staying in control. Part of the control factor is physical, but for me it is also very much emotional. I know that every 24 hours I can eat whatever I am craving. I can wait that long for anything and the longer I do CAD, the fewer foods I am craving. I love food, but it just isn't that constant priority in my life anymore. I don't deal with the guilt brought on by cheating, or the anger brought on by deprivation. It fits me perfectly.
Now, that said....it is NOT a fast way to lose weight. If you are looking for fast, you will not like CAD. It works, absolutely, but you must acquire a posture of patience. That becomes easier when you know how well you can eat and still lose.
You are allowed 1 snack (1/2 the size of a CM) if you need it. Some need it in the beginning, but your hunger subsides considerably and most do not need it for long. Do eat it if needed. You should not be hungry, but no...no snacking as in Atkins. They are different programs.
CAD is the first book. CALP is the newer. CALP (Carbohydrate Addict Life Plan) is a little more defined with the rules. I like CAD. It's a mixed bag here on who's on which. There's really not much difference.
Hope you decide to give it a try. I hope you are able to cut back on the smoking again too. There are a lot of people here willing to help. Check out some journals. They are the best resource especially in the beginning. Many of us post our menus daily.
Welcome,
Deb
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