Balanced Protein Diet/ Ideal Protein Diet- Has anyone tried? Success Stories

jcondeee
jcondeee Posts: 72 Member
edited November 14 in Motivation and Support
I just started the Balanced Protein Diet! I am very excited and have seen some results! Has anyone else tried either the Balanced Protein or Ideal Protein Diet! I want to hear about it!
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  • sklala
    sklala Posts: 208 Member
    I am on the IP program right now, 2.5 weeks and about 7lbs. Happy with it. Actually enjoy most of the products. Feel free to add me to see my food diary.
  • carrieannetrip
    carrieannetrip Posts: 14 Member
    I'm new... what's the IP program?
  • sklala
    sklala Posts: 208 Member
    Ideal Protein. I am really liking it so far.
  • jcondeee
    jcondeee Posts: 72 Member
    Awesome!
    carrieannetrip wrote: »
    I'm new... what's the IP program?
    It is the Ideal Protein Program! Worth looking into and it will always give you results as long as you are strict with no cheating!

  • sklala
    sklala Posts: 208 Member
    Not going to lie, this week has been horrible for cheating and I can definitely tell the difference in how I feel. Not quite sure what happened lol
  • jcondeee
    jcondeee Posts: 72 Member
    i have had such terrible cravings and I have tried to stay away from my work cafeteria, the mall, the grocery store and my boyfriend eatting whatever he wants! I've also tried to stop watch tv when I'm really hungry. This has helped me so much. Maybe it will help you? I've ordered my groceries online from Peapod Stop & shop and that has helped because I'm know for throwing in cheese curls in my basket! ;) I've had some extremely close calls with cheating and have also been dreaming of myself cheating on this diet :( I just want a juicy greasy burger!
  • sklala
    sklala Posts: 208 Member
    I stopped the food network. I agree I think it was making me crave the yummiest. found lots of recipes on Pinecrest so I am determined to try some. This week's weight in was not good. My boyfriend has been pretty good at dinner, but might have to send him to the grocery by himself.
  • jcondeee
    jcondeee Posts: 72 Member
    It will get better! Have you tried making Kale chips? I did last night and I felt like I was cheating! They are delicious!
  • Acracks1108
    Acracks1108 Posts: 5
    I started IP in Jan 2014 until June 2014.. Lost 78lbs. I just went back to Ip Jan 2015 with a gain of 23 lbs... I had a rough holiday season and sick family members in the hospital so I stress ate. Horrible trait I have. But since back I have managed to get back to 75lbs lost. IP really works well and even when I stopped I managed to keep the weight off for months until it gpt stressful and holiday season.
  • Acracks1108
    Acracks1108 Posts: 5
    If u crave something sweet try taking a lick of Walden farms chocolate syrup.
  • Acracks1108
    Acracks1108 Posts: 5
    And honestly every weekend I treated myself to some pizza. And I still managed to lose 78 lbs
  • tiny45
    tiny45 Posts: 1 Member
    I am on Phase 4 of Ideal Protein plan since March 4, 2015 after losing 63 pounds in 5.5 months.
  • jcondeee
    jcondeee Posts: 72 Member
    Awesome Ladies! That is so so so exciting to hear! And funny you mentioned Walden Farms, I'm placing an order right this second! I'm hoping this diet will work for me! No cheating yet and hoping to stay strong.
  • sklala
    sklala Posts: 208 Member
    Happy to read so much success...might have to try Walden farms
  • jcondeee
    jcondeee Posts: 72 Member
    It's the best! I ordered peanunt butter, chocolate, marshmello, ketcup, and alot more!
  • Ekatrina
    Ekatrina Posts: 12 Member
    Hi
    Am going to start phase III tomorrow, am really excited! Lost 47 lbs since September 2014
  • jcondeee
    jcondeee Posts: 72 Member
    I love hearing that @Ekatrina ! Congrats!
  • jcondeee
    jcondeee Posts: 72 Member
    Having a hard time sheding pounds! Is the second week significantly slower?
  • sklala
    sklala Posts: 208 Member
    My second week was not too bad, slowed down considerably though almost by half which I was told is normal. My third week had some cheating so I was up .2lbs but by the end of week three and now week 4 I am back on track and for 1 month of the program I am at 11lbs lost so I am happy with that. My measurements are tracked tonight I am interested to see inches lost.
  • jcondeee
    jcondeee Posts: 72 Member
    That's awesome! I'm happy you are on track again! I was told maybe my weight went up 2lbs because I was menstruating (TMI) sorrry! Have you had the same issue? (TMI) sorry
  • sklala
    sklala Posts: 208 Member
    I have not noticed a difference with menstruating and the weight loss cycle, but everyone is different and I know my consultant said it is a possibility. Mine was contributed to cheating, mmm homemade Mediterranean food, could not turn it down. Something for me to watch this month. We did do measurements after a months time I am down about 1.5-2.5 inches all around for a total of 5.5 inches so that was a nice thing to see, even more so than the weight loss, maybe try measurements and see what's going on if you are concerned.
  • jcondeee
    jcondeee Posts: 72 Member
    Yay! That is great to hear! Keep it up!
  • Stylie
    Stylie Posts: 29 Member
    I have been on IP since Dec 28th and lost around 50 LBS. Took a week off during SXSW and gained a bit..but the next week back on Phase one it all came back off and then some. There are some tough choices on dining out occasionally, but the evening meal is pretty easy to find at most places..
    Also, 8OZ of protein and 2 cups of veggies is a lot! Final thought here.. I love the desert bars caramel nut or the peanut butter vanilla bars.. they have kept me on track as every night it seems like a treat..
    IP is good stuff...
  • staceypunk
    staceypunk Posts: 924 Member
    http://www.idealprotein.com/us/about-ideal-protein-weight-loss

    is this it?
    how much does it cost?
  • sklala
    sklala Posts: 208 Member
    IP for me right now is $88/ week CDN for the three IP food packets, this will include your weekly check in and consultant. It then goes to about $40/week on phase two and $20/ week phase three. It saves me a lot on groceries though, as I am now only buying fresh veggies and protein products. Essentially taking out all the expensive items, as you can shop sales on protein or visit your local butcher. My partner is not on this and I find even the little bit we spend on his Breakfast or Lunch items is still way less then what we were eating prior to my IP Program.
  • jcondeee
    jcondeee Posts: 72 Member
    Stylie wrote: »
    I have been on IP since Dec 28th and lost around 50 LBS. Took a week off during SXSW and gained a bit..but the next week back on Phase one it all came back off and then some. There are some tough choices on dining out occasionally, but the evening meal is pretty easy to find at most places..
    Also, 8OZ of protein and 2 cups of veggies is a lot! Final thought here.. I love the desert bars caramel nut or the peanut butter vanilla bars.. they have kept me on track as every night it seems like a treat..
    IP is good stuff...
    you are allowed 8 oz of fish, 5oz of chicken
  • jcondeee
    jcondeee Posts: 72 Member
    sklala wrote: »
    IP for me right now is $88/ week CDN for the three IP food packets, this will include your weekly check in and consultant. It then goes to about $40/week on phase two and $20/ week phase three. It saves me a lot on groceries though, as I am now only buying fresh veggies and protein products. Essentially taking out all the expensive items, as you can shop sales on protein or visit your local butcher. My partner is not on this and I find even the little bit we spend on his Breakfast or Lunch items is still way less then what we were eating prior to my IP Program.

    I noticed that too! Plus, I'm not buying all the junky fast food either which I never realized it adds up tremendously.
  • btv007
    btv007 Posts: 4 Member
    Hey you guys! I re-started IP on March 4, 2015 and have since lost 13lbs:). My first time on IP was a lot quicker - about a year and a half ago I lost 25 lbs in 5 months but due to stressors and emotional eating off plan, I gained it all back.. But, this is the only plan that works for me and my lifestyle - I truly love the strictness and need it right now. First time around I didn't phase through all of the phases and will definitely do that this time around. I continue to learn a lot about myself and understand what I need to do. My weight loss after the first week has dropped to 1lb per week so Coach has me recording both in my journal and My Fitness Pal and limit carb intake to 40g Max per day so that I stay in ketosis. This week I intend to alternate between restricted/non-restricted snacks as maybe that is holding me back, not sure but hoping for a big loss for my Wk 6 weigh-in. Happy to join groups and link up for support. I love this program -- IP works!!
  • jcondeee
    jcondeee Posts: 72 Member
    Congrats! That's awesome!!
  • kbeaumont88
    kbeaumont88 Posts: 35 Member
    Any updates on anyone's progress? I'm looking into starting this...
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