52 DIET/FAST DIET

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luch1234
luch1234 Posts: 9
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HELLO,

I am new to this site, and also to this diet. i was just wondering if anyone else is doing this?

today is my first fast day and wow what a killer for your first day, i was wondering if anyone has any tips, to feel a bit fuller throughout the day?

because i love my food, but i want to lose weight and feel good formyself as my confidence has been dropped due to various things.

any help/hints/tips/support would be great for me!!

thanks
luchelle :)
weight - 196 lbs
height - 5ft 7
target weight - 150lbs

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  • roseymacdoo
    roseymacdoo Posts: 113 Member
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    Hiya

    I've been doing the fasting diet for about 6 weeks now, lost 5lbs in first month

    Had been consistently trying to stick to 1400 cals beforehand (for over 2 years!) and it was becoming stale and a bit depressing so wanted to try something new & different

    I actually really enjoy the challenge of my fast days, and I love that if I want a treat, I only have to wait 'until tomorrow' for it!

    I started a blog about it here http://fastdayfood.blogspot.co.uk/ and I'm adding food and recipe ideas all the time

    HTH and good luck

    Rosey x
  • KellyLouise35
    KellyLouise35 Posts: 40
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    Hello,

    I haven't done it personally but I know people that have done it.

    Drinking water and coffee can help suppress your hungry feelings for a little longer.

    Try things like a small bowl of porridge, pears, cup a soups, or anything with a low G.I number.
    http://www.the-gi-diet.org/lowgifoods/

    The lower the G.I the better, just be sure to check the calories first as you want to have enough for dinner.
    You could have a plate full of veg with a little gravy if you have enough calories left, or soups.

    But just remember as much as fruit is good for you, too much can be bad for you as all the sugars process into carbs.

    Feel free to add me if you want any more help :smile:
  • Beavergong
    Beavergong Posts: 178 Member
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    Luch
    It does get easier on fast days. My husband and I are both doing it and we agreed today was our easiest fast. After 14 weeks we've both lost 20 lbs and I've had incredible changes to my cholesterol!!
    We basically have egg and mushroom for breakfast, homemade soup for lunch(I have a vege soup that's 24 cal a serve) and fresh fish and vegetables for dinner
    I have 3 different soups I make and I'm happy to share the recipes. We have a few rice thins for a snack if we need them with chive and onion lite Philly.
    Good luck on your journey. It's worth persevering.
  • sijomial
    sijomial Posts: 19,811 Member
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    Tips:
    Keep your fluid intake up, eat your calorie allowance with filling, nutritious and low GI foods. Keep yourself busy.
    I'm looking forward to a tuna nicoisse salad and strawberries for my lunch for example.

    Community:
    There's loads of people following 5:2 - worth joining these groups to avoid idiotic comments from people that know next to nothing about this style of eating!!

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/8628-5-2-diet

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/8005-5-2-fasting
  • luch1234
    luch1234 Posts: 9
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    thank you ever so much for your replies xx
  • lily2321
    lily2321 Posts: 6 Member
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    hi just started the 52 diet and was wondering if I could have the soup recipes you use please

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