New! (and 2 questions)

[foodlover!]

Hi guys, I have been reading some posts and everyone seems very supportive so I decided to join! I have been trying to lose these 5 lbs (I know its not a lot but its like a battle with my body for these 5 lbs- it has been so frustrating) for the last year so Im hoping that south beach would be able to help. The first week of phase 1 felt great but I had a bad slipup last night.

Here are my questions: Should I start phase 1 all over again, keep on going, or extend it a bit longer? Also is baking soda allowed in phase 1 (I saw a recipe online allowing baking soda for sb phase 1)?

Thanks and good luck to everyone =)!

[nancy]

:Welcome: foodlover! You must be really good at maintaining your weight. Maybe you could teach us some techniques.

I'd say to continue on Phase 1 for the rest of the 14 days & move on to Phase 2 unless you're having actual cravings. Baking soda is fine for all phases.

[Mindy moves on!]

Welcome! Nancy is right on! Just stay the course. Consider upping your exercise too. That might help.

[french]

mg:


i Aint Helping No One That Only Has Five Pounds To Lose...kidding Of Course.....i'm Jelious But Still Kidding....first Of All Welcome To The South Beach Board...hope You Enjoy Your Stay... Good Luck With Your Quest On Your Five Pound Loss...now Its Your Turn....how The .... Do You Maintain Your Weight??????...french

[foodlover!]

Thanks guys for the suggestions ! I will finish the rest of my phase 1...I really just try to get in a lot of exercise along with being active (makes a huge difference). Also I know that for me, I have such a hard time with emotional eating. So I have been trying to change my thinking around. It sounds cheesy but recently instead of "oh I had a bad day, I deserve this cookie or chocolate", I try to tell myself that I deserve to be fit and have a better body. Hope this helps =)

[french]

Food Lover That Is A Awesome Way To Think.......i Love Your Style....i Will Use Your Words Of Wisdom......thanks French