South Beach Diet Phas 1

Good luck! As you already know, this way of life is great and, in my opinion, very easy to stick to. I have been living this way for a few years now. The only exception, is that I never went beyond phase 1 as I never felt the need or desire to add foods. My only advice for you starting with a teenager is to make sure the meals are quite varied. Also, remind her that once she gets through the first few days (maybe a week) all her sugar cravings will dissipate. Not sure if you are aware but there is a SBD group that you may want to join.

lucys1225 wrote: »

Good luck! As you already know, this way of life is great and, in my opinion, very easy to stick to. I have been living this way for a few years now. The only exception, is that I never went beyond phase 1 as I never felt the need or desire to add foods. My only advice for you starting with a teenager is to make sure the meals are quite varied. Also, remind her that once she gets through the first few days (maybe a week) all her sugar cravings will dissipate. Not sure if you are aware but there is a SBD group that you may want to join.

I can't find the South Beach Diet Group. Can you post a link for me?

I, too, am doing south beach. However, I started out in phase 2. This is my third week and down 10 pounds. I agree with Lucy, variety is the way to success. I have lots of recipes if your interested. I did lots of preparation with recipes before I started. So I am able to keep a variety of foods. And I think being prepared is a key to success also. Always having veggies cut up, in the fridge, for when you're needing something quickly. A bowl of boiled eggs, for the same reason. Always take a snack with you when you leave the house, a few nuts in a Baggie, a piece of fruit , veggies w/ hummus, just incase you get a little something I would like to join the south beach forum if someone finds the link.