The 17 Day Diet

PixieGoddess

Hi All,

I got the book today and am starting tom!! I am really excited to hear all the great results everyone is getting. I have 3 questions please help.

1. i am not a big egg fan, but I do eat eggbeaters, is that ok?

2. what kinds/brands of yogurt is everyone eating?

3. can i put a sugar free flavor packet in my water.......i have an aversion to plain water.

Thanks for the help. I will undate with my progress.

Raksha

1. I would think so. Just make sure nothing has been added that you don't want in your system!

2. I eat Mountain High, Low-Fat (b/c I hate the sweeteners that tend to be used in Non-fat), and Vanilla instead of plain. I don't like the taste of plain and I don't think I would eat it, especially not daily, so that's one of my "cheats" for making this diet work!

3. Again, I would think so, just make sure you're only putting things in your body that you want to be there! Other options that I've heard for water include adding a squeeze of lemon or frozen berries - just be sure to keep up with how much fruit you're having!

amandalc980

Question. I bought this book because I am in a plateu and having trouble kicking these last 13 pounds. I am excited to try this, but not sure if today is the day I should start. I am training for the Tough Mudder and therefore do a lot of running and exercise. My calorie burn for a day can be anywhere from 400 to 1000ish. Any advice? Should I hold off until I can slow down my exercise?

RMinVA

Question. I bought this book because I am in a plateu and having trouble kicking these last 13 pounds. I am excited to try this, but not sure if today is the day I should start. I am training for the Tough Mudder and therefore do a lot of running and exercise. My calorie burn for a day can be anywhere from 400 to 1000ish. Any advice? Should I hold off until I can slow down my exercise?

IMO yes!! I run and it has been tough. Just ran a 10 miler @ the beginning of the month and even set a PR. But running 4 miles is tough and VERY slow!! Wait until you have a break in your training, or start at Cycle 2. I have to start serious training for my first sprint tri in a couple of weeks, but I should be a bit more adapted by then and will be onto Cycle 2.

And as for everyone that got off track over Easter, I also am just adding on a few extra days. We did 8 before Easter, basically took the weekend "off" but will be on Cycle 1 until next Friday. So we will have actually completed 20 days. I am finally seeing the Easter "bump" in my weight go and can get back down to the business @ hand of losing a bit more weight. Hubby's is gone.

stephr2014

Hello everyone,
I've been following this thread and I love it. I finally got my book yesterday and I hope to start this on monday

That's awesome!
We're happy to see you!
Please keep us updated on your results!
Good luck!
:bigsmile:

I will try and post my results. thanks

12by311

Question. I bought this book because I am in a plateu and having trouble kicking these last 13 pounds. I am excited to try this, but not sure if today is the day I should start. I am training for the Tough Mudder and therefore do a lot of running and exercise. My calorie burn for a day can be anywhere from 400 to 1000ish. Any advice? Should I hold off until I can slow down my exercise?

I just started the 17dd. I am a runner as well. I've actually not ran since I started. I will probably get in a few runs this weekend and I'm nervous. I will definitely have to try to up my calories (which is very hard eating like this! imo) or I will feel like poo.

12by311

Question: is low carb protein powder allowed on the plan, cycle 1?

Tamelaine

Okay, I started Tuesday April 25 on this diet (I was going to start Monday but finally gave in and got into all teh chocolate from Easter, so held it back one day!). As of weigh in this morning I've lost 3.5 pounds! Woo hoo! Finally something that works because counting my calories religiously and exercising like crazy was not. I have still been working out, but cut back a bit.

raksha

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1. I would think so. Just make sure nothing has been added that you don't want in your system!

2. I eat Mountain High, Low-Fat (b/c I hate the sweeteners that tend to be used in Non-fat), and Vanilla instead of plain. I don't like the taste of plain and I don't think I would eat it, especially not daily, so that's one of my "cheats" for making this diet work!

3. Again, I would think so, just make sure you're only putting things in your body that you want to be there! Other options that I've heard for water include adding a squeeze of lemon or frozen berries - just be sure to keep up with how much fruit you're having!
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Thanks Pixie!!

MagsRad

Hi Everyone,

I am on day 5 of cycle 1 and I have kind of an odd question....I noticed today that my gums are very sore. Has anyone else had this happen? I am thinking it may be all the vinegar?

Also, has anyone else cheated? Today is a birthday in the office and I was the one to bring in the treat. The request was for brownies. So far I have not had even a bite. But I am really considering having just a small portion of one. Anyone else do this?

grabbit97

The weather here has been COOOLLLLLD, yesterday it was rainy and a high of 45, didn't ride my bike outside, needless to say!!!
Today is suppose to be 62, so I will ride, after I play bridge from 12 to 4 with my group.
ay, as 2 couldn't play, but Mel would have subbed if they had 7 and could not find an 8th, he has done that before, doesn't mind.
I spent the entire day on Wednesday shopping for food... I am on day 15 of the 17 day diet, lost 7 lbs so far, long way to go...slow process...but I am bound and determined this year to lose the weight I need to so that I can go off some of these pills for diabetes.

I am now on day 15, as I said before, of c1, and did not weigh myself, will do so next Thursday... I start C2 on Sunday night, as we are going out for dinner with friedns and I WILL HAVe MEAT!!! SKirt steak.. yum, anyway, no potato, will have veggies for dinner.
I made a TURKEY BURGER last night, did put a piece of cheese on it, but it was yummy, cut up some raw onion, and a few pickle slices, had brocooli and a salad.. yummy dinner.

Natalie

grabbit97

I have been having cramps in my legs, and hands, anyone have this problem?
Natalie

kated930

I am wondering if hummus is allowed on cycle 2, does anyone know? It's made from chick peas (garbanzos) which the book says we can have, just not sure about the other stuff in it!

Tamelaine

Hi Everyone,

I am on day 5 of cycle 1 and I have kind of an odd question....I noticed today that my gums are very sore. Has anyone else had this happen? I am thinking it may be all the vinegar?

Also, has anyone else cheated? Today is a birthday in the office and I was the one to bring in the treat. The request was for brownies. So far I have not had even a bite. But I am really considering having just a small portion of one. Anyone else do this?

Oh, unfortunately I've cheated. It's all this darn Easter candy we have in this house. I gave in yesterday and had a cadbury caramel egg--and enjoyed every bite. Didn't even feel the guilt. I'm a sugar addict and I hadn't had any since Monday so I figured it was a bit of an accomplishment waiting that long. I decided that every four days or so I'm goign to have a very small sugary treat to reward myself if I keep to the diet!

Tamelaine

Hi Everyone,

I am on day 5 of cycle 1 and I have kind of an odd question....I noticed today that my gums are very sore. Has anyone else had this happen? I am thinking it may be all the vinegar?

Also, has anyone else cheated? Today is a birthday in the office and I was the one to bring in the treat. The request was for brownies. So far I have not had even a bite. But I am really considering having just a small portion of one. Anyone else do this?

Oh, unfortunately I've cheated. It's all this darn Easter candy we have in this house. I gave in yesterday and had a cadbury caramel egg--and enjoyed every bite. Didn't even feel the guilt. I'm a sugar addict and I hadn't had any since Monday so I figured it was a bit of an accomplishment waiting that long. I decided that every four days or so I'm goign to have a very small sugary treat to reward myself if I keep to the diet!

willimh

I am also doing the 17 day and would like to become a part of this group. I was reading through some of the post and you all are doing really well. My sister and I are doing it and we are doing well too. We just started back on Tues 4/26 because our church went on a 21 day fast. Good luck to all of you.

DonnaLFitz

I have been having cramps in my legs, and hands, anyone have this problem?
Natalie

Check your potassium and sodium levels. If you are working out a lot, you could be burning through them faster than usual.

bp1140

I am joining the challenge! I will begin on Monday.
PLEASE add me as your Friend!!!

BP1140
Betsy

pnutz121779

Can anyone suggest a yogurt that doesn't taste so um...yogurt-y?? I HATE yogurt like HATE IT. I gag before it even gets near my throat.... I need to get some more food in to get some more calories in and thought that was a good way (i'm taking a probiotic pill instead of eating the probiotic food).

Fage Greek Yogurt is a lot better then regular yougurt....my fiance hates yogurt too and actually likes the Fage. If you are really that disgusted by yogurt try to get some kefir and make fruit smooties or chocolate smoothies with a sugar free chocolate pudding cup, just make sure you add a packet or two of truvia, and if you use the fruit remember that is one of your two fruit servings. Sauerkraut is also a probiotic that you can have with dinner....yougurt isn't the only choice for the probiotic servings. Hope this helps.

Jessvaliquette

Hey, not sure if this is everywhere cuz I am in Canada but I LOVE the Source fat free yogurts, there is a box of Moca, Caramel cream, strawberry parfait and Raspberry chocolate and they are all amazing, be careful if you do go for these ones thou, because they are only 35 cal, so we eat 4 of them during the day, they are only 3.5 oz and we are suppose to have 12 oz a day. I know I have plateau now on day 9 of Cycle 2 and I think it is because my calories are a little too low, I am going to try and eat a bigger meat protion and eggs for breakfast too. I don't think I should come to a stop like this because I have cut all the crap out and no cheats or junk at all.

Jessvaliquette

Are you drinking all your water? I know when I was on a fat burner and would not drink enough water it would cause major cramping and numbness.

RMinVA

If you are having trouble w/yogurt a few suggestions for you:

- don't forget about sauerkraut: really yummy sauteed w/mushrooms and onions
- Breakstone LIve-Active Cottage Cheese: I was looking for it in tubs, but finally found it in single sreves. It tastes like normal cottage cheese, so if yogurt is not your thing, that might work. I love cottage cheese over fresh berries @ this time of year.
- I've also been making Kefir smoothies: Kefir w/green tea, frozen mixed berries and a bit of stevia for breakfast, or Kefir/yogurt blended with fresh lemon juice, stevia, and ice cubes for dessert. Great way to get in your probiotic servings w/o really noticing.

krispysimp

Question ladies and gents! I am very interested in trying this 17 Day Diet. BUT I'm very active already (at least 3 days of 2 hour+ roller derby workouts). Are you allowed "exercise" calories?

RMinVA

Question ladies and gents! I am very interested in trying this 17 Day Diet. BUT I'm very active already (at least 3 days of 2 hour+ roller derby workouts). Are you allowed "exercise" calories?

You really don't even need to count calories, in fact, I find I am very full on a lot less calories. He also doesn't recommend exercise for the first 2 cycles other than an easy 17 minute workout.

I am still counting though because I do exercise and want to make sure I am @ least hitting about 1600 on those days. I feel great otherwise, but I can definitely feel the lack of starchy carbs on my runs: I'm good for about 3 miles or so, then I completely run out of gas. But my body should be adapting and I'll be adding starchy carbs soon, so I'll figure out the best way to structure my workouts then.

tambink

YOU CAN DO IT !!!!!!!

krispysimp

Question ladies and gents! I am very interested in trying this 17 Day Diet. BUT I'm very active already (at least 3 days of 2 hour+ roller derby workouts). Are you allowed "exercise" calories?

You really don't even need to count calories, in fact, I find I am very full on a lot less calories. He also doesn't recommend exercise for the first 2 cycles other than an easy 17 minute workout.

I am still counting though because I do exercise and want to make sure I am @ least hitting about 1600 on those days. I feel great otherwise, but I can definitely feel the lack of starchy carbs on my runs: I'm good for about 3 miles or so, then I completely run out of gas. But my body should be adapting and I'll be adding starchy carbs soon, so I'll figure out the best way to structure my workouts then.

Can I ask what cycle and what day you are on? I'm thinking about starting this Monday and am actually injured at the moment, so maybe by the time I start RD training again I'll be through the hard part?

kbean33

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RMinVA

Question ladies and gents! I am very interested in trying this 17 Day Diet. BUT I'm very active already (at least 3 days of 2 hour+ roller derby workouts). Are you allowed "exercise" calories?

You really don't even need to count calories, in fact, I find I am very full on a lot less calories. He also doesn't recommend exercise for the first 2 cycles other than an easy 17 minute workout.

I am still counting though because I do exercise and want to make sure I am @ least hitting about 1600 on those days. I feel great otherwise, but I can definitely feel the lack of starchy carbs on my runs: I'm good for about 3 miles or so, then I completely run out of gas. But my body should be adapting and I'll be adding starchy carbs soon, so I'll figure out the best way to structure my workouts then.

Can I ask what cycle and what day you are on? I'm thinking about starting this Monday and am actually injured at the moment, so maybe by the time I start RD training again I'll be through the hard part?

We did 8 days, but took a step back Easter weekend, so day 13. We are going to through to next Friday. I had a good break in my training schedule, and could afford a few crappy workouts, so that's why I decided to start now. Need to get crackin' w/training for a sprint triathlon soon though.

Ktylerw

I have the book and i'm going to start reading it. I want to do this diet, but i am intimidated. i guess i don't have confidence in myself to not cheat. I was doing so well with hcg and then gained the weight back. I binge, its really hard to have a balanced diet. i either go all or nothing. any suggestions? i heard that the book really transforms the way you think about food and health, so maybe this will help me.

forgiven4life

I have the book and i'm going to start reading it. I want to do this diet, but i am intimidated. i guess i don't have confidence in myself to not cheat. I was doing so well with hcg and then gained the weight back. I binge, its really hard to have a balanced diet. i either go all or nothing. any suggestions? i heard that the book really transforms the way you think about food and health, so maybe this will help me.

There are going to be times where you want to cheat, but I can tell you for the most part, eating clean will diminish your cravings significantly. I really do love healthy food and I have enjoyed eating this way immensly. I really could see myself eating this way for life. The book really does transform your thinking about food and eating. Don't be intimidated, really! You CAN do it! You have a lot of people here for support as well.

heniko

Hi everyone!
I'm in europe .. I havn't see the book in the shoppes but saw esp of Doctors where this doctor was on. Interesting ... I read little about the plan since it sparked my curiousity ... I could only read pretty general outline but it says on phase 1 you can 2 yoghurts fat free ... why is this? I have read low or no fat products are worst then the full fat. I eat only real full fat dairy products ... so does this mean if I tried this diet I won't not succeed?