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  • I too see myself as a Dukaner for life. I ended up 30 pounds under my "true" weight after 11 months on the consolidation stage. It's been 5 months now on stage 4 and so far so good. I also tend to use the consolidstion plan as a base, but do have those celebrations weekly. Also exercise more than that 20 minute walk each…
    in Phase 4 and Beyond Comment by dimarston March 2013
  • Sounds like you might be thinking of the Dukan diet, which is low carb and has 4 stages. You can get the book pretty cheaply and there are some free web sites with good info. I lost 65 pounds in 5 months on this diet, and have kept it off for a year and a half now. I really liked the stages which help you transition back…
    in Low Carb Diet Comment by dimarston March 2013
  • Hi Pollyw1986. I've been on Dukan for almost 2 years now... on stage 4 for the last 6 months. For what its worth, here is my experience. Staying away from sugar totally while your on the first two stages really helps eliminate the cravings. I didn't have any cravings for sweet stuff untill I was allowed desert again during…
    in Dukan Questions - Help! Comment by dimarston March 2013
  • When you mix the Dukan diet and Myfitnesspal logging it can get a little complicated. I chose to log even though I followed the Dukan plan for whatever I ate. You will find that you do end up with carbs listed in your macros, even though you are not eating anything that prohibited on the diet. Dairy products all have carbs…
    in Do carbs count? Comment by dimarston January 2013
  • I tried not to worry too much about calories while I was on the cruise phase. I was always getting that "your eating too few calories" message. I just tried to do my best ot follow the plan, and the weight came off. I find that I am more aware of the calorie total on the consolidation phase, not neccessiarliy for the…
    in has anyone had to up their calories Comment by dimarston October 2012
  • My dog gets me out walking, no matter the weather.. Wish I could post a video of how excited he is to put his harness on.
    in Dog Trainers: Not what you think... Comment by dimarston October 2012
  • Sorry no photos to post, but I am 54 and lost 100lb in just over a year. I think one of the most important parts is exercise every day, even if it is just a walk.. You have to get your engine reved up.
    in Show me dramatic weight loss over 50 years old Comment by dimarston October 2012
  • I've been on the Dukan diet for about 10 months now. Lost 65 lbs in 5 months on the attack and cruise stages. I've continued to loose while on the consolitdation stage. I really like this diet and it has worked very well for me. It may not be for everybody, but I think its worth a try.
    in Attempting Dukan after huge plateau Comment by dimarston April 2012
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