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Sugar Alcohols / sugar alcohols and gassy/stomach pain

« on: June 30, 2010, 01:40:41 PM »

Has anyone had any problems like this? I just had a couple products yesterday - no carbs, but one of them had 24 grams of sugar alcohols and later in the afternoon, I had some stomach problems I don't normally have. I read on another site that it can cause problems especially with IBS. Has anyone else had problems. I had the best chocolate/carmel candy bar with no carbs and it was great!!!!! But maybe not if it caused my tummy troubles.

Francine

General Questions / A SPLENDA QUESTION

« on: June 29, 2010, 09:29:47 PM »

Hi all,

First of all - just a note - I came through my birthday dinner with flying colors - they had steak with no marinade and salad (both great for me) and then ther was the baked potato, rolls, baked beans and corn - all of which did not scream my name (well maybe the corn) and then during cake time I had my sugar free jello and whipped cream!!! Guess what? I rock!!!!!

Anyhow, I had sweet tea - about 3 glasses made with Splenda and I knew I had seen "something" about Splenda having carbs - I told my friend but she said no - it's great. I read the posts when I got home. I'm trying to figure out how bad I was.

Also, I usually take my iced tea with nothing and after drinking 3 glasses (HOT, HOT, HOT IN AZ), of the splenda tea I had some very bad heartburn. I don't think I've had heartburn like this in, well forever. Could the Splenda cause bad heartburn. Inquiring minds and all that!!

Francine

General Questions / birthday dinner to attend tonight YIKES

« on: June 28, 2010, 02:17:40 PM »

Hi all,

I was just - 20 min ago, invited to a birthday dinner tonight for my best friend. A lot of people will be there. Even though I have lost the 10 lbs in my first week -YIPEE!!!! I am still not perfect enough not to fall off of the "wagon" when enticed with yummies I haven't had in a week. Any suggestions?

I've thought about eating before I go, drinking water, but I'm still nervous. It's my best friend, otherwise I wouldn't go. She's very supportive, so no problems there - I'm just worried about my temptation level and the other folks.

HELP

Francine

Click Here To Share Your Success Story / WOO HOO - I'VE LOST 10 LBS MY FIRST WEEK

« on: June 28, 2010, 10:18:32 AM »

Well I knew it was the right choice to pick up your book Doug! I'm down 10 lbs in 7 days!!!!! I am so excited to get a good start because it gives me the motivation to continue what I KNOW is the perfect lifestyle for me. I already feel better and am looking forward to feeling even better. I've checked out the recipes and read loads of peoples posts to get am much info as possible.

My pastor at church yesterday told me he thought I looked thinner and I was shocked because I didn't think it would be noticeable! Thank you again and thanks to everyone on this board for helping me out!

WOOHOO

General Questions / more questions

« on: June 24, 2010, 04:47:55 PM »

Ok, I am really not trying to be a pain, but..... I have a question about total calories. I know eating too much of even the low carb stuff will stop you from losing, but I have problems (because of my stomach stapling), not eating enough during the day. Previously - I had no problem because I snacked on sweets, cookies, cakes, etc during day and there were my calories (not nutritious - but calories)

Ever since my stomach stapling I have a hard time with meats unless very tender (like crockpot chicken breasts till they fall apart), hard veggies, or even getting a half cup of veggies at a time in - usually it doesn't go down well and I'm guessing you know the results. (I've had over 10,000 in dental work due to the vomiting problems - with another 10,000 dollars still.) Anyhow, what do you suggest - just eating all day or what. I don't work, but at the present I'm not much of a cook - I've relied on fast food and eating out.

I really want to get a handle on this for my health and I am watching my 18 year old daughter go down the same path. Any ideas FTS folks?

crystalhummer Francine

General Questions / question about 20 grams of carbs, ketosis and weird taste in mouth!!

« on: June 24, 2010, 01:01:47 PM »

Hi all!

This is the beginning of my 4th day and I have a couple of questions. First, if you go over 20 carbs by a few does it stop your weight loss. I'm just afraid if I don't count properly or have a small sip or bite of something that it will stop my loss. Also my friend who did Atkins said that once you get in ketosis (which I assume we want) and you mess it up by going over the carbs and that everything stops and it takes about 3-4 days to get the ball rolling again.

Also, since I started I've had a weird taste in my mouth - kind of like a metal taste or even, and I know it sounds gross, a mothball type of taste. I don't know if this is normal or perhaps because of a couple of new foods I've tried. I've had one Zevia soda and thought there was a bit of an aftertaste that didn't want to go right away, and I've had the La Tortilla Factory tortillas and the low carb ice cream. I couldn't find the Breyers so I got the Dreyers which I think is 6 grams. I found out that the CarbSmart is at Frys (Kroger) and will get it there.

Anyway, could this cause the taste in my mouth or what do you think? Any help is appreciated.

Thanks

Francine

General Questions / Started yesterday!!

« on: June 22, 2010, 09:12:08 PM »

Hi all, I just started yesterday and am thrilled with Doug's book and this lifestyle. I've been heavy all my life and have lost and gained 100 pounds twice. I had my stomach stapled in 1997 and lost about 60 pounds and have since lost another 30. I still need to lose about 75 lbs - and I would be at the lowest weight of my life!

I have to have my knees replaced because of arthritis and lack of cartilage - I'm only 53. I had done Atkins many years ago and had some success. Sweets are my downfall and since my stomach stapling they go down easy (ice cream cookies, pies, etc. - you get the idea).

I am extremely hopeful.

Just wanted to say hi

Francine (crystalhummer)