[Lauretta]

Today, the 13th of October is my 2 month anniversary on the Rice Diet. I have lost another 10 pounds since September 13th. I am so happy with my weight loss and everyone I know can see a difference. I am very inspired by this diet and this way of living as not only are the pounds coming off, but I feel really good. I look forward to weighing myself everyday and even if the scale doesn't budge for a while or I gain a 1/2 pound or so, I know shortly it will start coming off again.

After watching that documentary on Food Matters, I found a place near me where you can order organic produce online and pick it up at a location near you. They tell you what's available for the week and then you submit your order. Well, I just picked up my order from the store next to my gym and I must have not done this correctly. I order apples and pears and a couple of other things but all I got was lots of jona gold apples and pears which I love. But, now since I have so much I need to think of something creative to do with them.

Last Friday I went to the hairdresser and got a whole new shorter look since my face and body are so much thinner. I always felt I needed a lot more hair to compensate for my larger body.

That's all for now.

Happy Ricing!!

Lauretta

[Leeney]

Fabulous results, Lauretta! I'm so glad that you are feeling well and rewarding yourself with things like a new hairstyle. When I was losing, I always tried to build in little rewards to speed me on my way. And it's so nice when people start to notice and the compliments start coming! You're doing such a great job!

[AnnaDownUnder]

Congratulations, that is fabulous! I've started reading the book last week and would love to start this program soon myself. I have a Halloween Party coming up where everyone always brings lots of treats - I'm wondering if I should start now and deal with that night when it comes, or wait until after the party to start. Part of me says there is always some event around the corner and I shouldn't wait.

Can you tell me whether it was hard to get started? I imagine the first few weeks are the hardest, but then I suppose when you are consistently seeing weight drop off that might make it easier to stick to the program.

Anyway, congratulations again and I'm thrilled it's working so well for you.

[Lauretta]

 AnnaDownUnder, on 14 October 2011 - 11:10 AM, said:

Congratulations, that is fabulous! I've started reading the book last week and would love to start this program soon myself. I have a Halloween Party coming up where everyone always brings lots of treats - I'm wondering if I should start now and deal with that night when it comes, or wait until after the party to start. Part of me says there is always some event around the corner and I shouldn't wait.

Can you tell me whether it was hard to get started? I imagine the first few weeks are the hardest, but then I suppose when you are consistently seeing weight drop off that might make it easier to stick to the program.

Anyway, congratulations again and I'm thrilled it's working so well for you.

Anna,

Hi. Glad to hear from you. If you started the diet right now you could be perhaps 10-15 pounds lighter by Halloween. You can deal with all the food and perhaps make better selections, otherwise, you're going to eat lots.

When I started the diet, I was hungry the first several days. You can eat lots of free veggies which I did not do because it just didn't occur to me. You sort of get into a groove of what you need to eat. Now, I am never hungry and I eat a lot of food. I also eat a little more on the days I exercise.

I don't know how much you need to lose or if you exercise, but the exercise really helps. You should know I was exercising and doing a weight workout before I started this diet.

You really need to listen to your body and what it needs. This is a restrictive regimen but it also can be an opportunity to explore different foods you have not tried and experiment with new recipes.

I would be glad to help you in any way I can. Just write and ask me questions.

There's no time like the present to get started. Good luck.

Lauretta

[AnnaDownUnder]

 Lauretta, on 14 October 2011 - 06:20 PM, said:

Anna,

If you started the diet right now you could be perhaps 10-15 pounds lighter by Halloween ... I don't know how much you need to lose or if you exercise, but the exercise really helps. You should know I was exercising and doing a weight workout before I started this diet ... I would be glad to help you in any way I can. Just write and ask me questions. There's no time like the present to get started. Good luck.

Lauretta

Thanks so much, I appreciate it. I was thinking the same thing, I could get a head start on the Halloween party and fit into my costume better! And I certainly don't have to eat the tempting goodies at the party, there are plenty of other activities.

I have to lose over half my body weight -- I've dieted (and gained and lost) my entire adult life. I've been as high as 296 pounds about 10 years ago, and as low as 199 maybe 5 years ago. Since then I fluctuated between 240 and 250 but recently I've crept back up to 267 so I'm really worried about creeping back up towards 300 again. I'm only 5'3.5" so I really should weigh under 130. That's a dream -- truthfully I'd be happy if I could just stay under 200.

I went strict vegetarian about 4-1/2 years ago, and I stuck to that pretty well for 3 years but never lost weight. There is plenty of vegan junk food out there and believe me I found it all. Lately I've relaxed a bit and do have chocolate or cheese on occasion, but for the most part I don't consume animal products at all, so I'm hoping the rice diet won't be too big of a change for me. As it happens, I do enjoy rice, sweet potatoes and veggies, but I'm not a big fan of fruit. There are a few fruits I like, so hopefully I can make this work. Thanks and I'll let you know how I go!

[Lauretta]

 AnnaDownUnder, on 14 October 2011 - 08:51 PM, said:

Thanks so much, I appreciate it. I was thinking the same thing, I could get a head start on the Halloween party and fit into my costume better! And I certainly don't have to eat the tempting goodies at the party, there are plenty of other activities.

I have to lose over half my body weight -- I've dieted (and gained and lost) my entire adult life. I've been as high as 296 pounds about 10 years ago, and as low as 199 maybe 5 years ago. Since then I fluctuated between 240 and 250 but recently I've crept back up to 267 so I'm really worried about creeping back up towards 300 again. I'm only 5'3.5" so I really should weigh under 130. That's a dream -- truthfully I'd be happy if I could just stay under 200.

I went strict vegetarian about 4-1/2 years ago, and I stuck to that pretty well for 3 years but never lost weight. There is plenty of vegan junk food out there and believe me I found it all. Lately I've relaxed a bit and do have chocolate or cheese on occasion, but for the most part I don't consume animal products at all, so I'm hoping the rice diet won't be too big of a change for me. As it happens, I do enjoy rice, sweet potatoes and veggies, but I'm not a big fan of fruit. There are a few fruits I like, so hopefully I can make this work. Thanks and I'll let you know how I go!

Anna,

I think this is a diet that really changes how you eat and view things, therefore, I think you can go all the way with your weight loss. I feel this way about it and since the weight loss is so consistent, it is extremely motivating.

Make sure you take a muti-vitamin and also, you need to incorporate things like beans into your diet as you need to get some protein. It will keep you fuller also.

Keep me posted.

Lauretta

[AnnaDownUnder]

Thanks Lauretta, I will!

[karolinakat]

WTG Lauretta!

Anna, this is a dieta, a way of life, more than a diet. It works and is easy to follow, and best of all makes you feel great!

[AnnaDownUnder]

 karolinakat, on 17 October 2011 - 12:38 PM, said:

Anna, this is a dieta, a way of life, more than a diet. It works and is easy to follow, and best of all makes you feel great!

Thanks! I've had a setback in my start date as I was very sick for the past several days -- but I am determined to start it soon. I'll come back and let you all know how it goes.

[Lauretta]

 karolinakat, on 17 October 2011 - 12:38 PM, said:

WTG Lauretta!

Anna, this is a dieta, a way of life, more than a diet. It works and is easy to follow, and best of all makes you feel great!

Thanks for the support Karolinakat!!!!. I really appreciate it.

Lauretta

[Lauretta]

 AnnaDownUnder, on 17 October 2011 - 01:40 PM, said:

Thanks! I've had a setback in my start date as I was very sick for the past several days -- but I am determined to start it soon. I'll come back and let you all know how it goes.

No worries!!! Get well and then get started.

Have a great day.

Lauretta

[MonicaC]

Lauretta, so exciting to hear of your success and how encouraging it is to read your observations. Please share more about what you find. Congrats Lauretta WTG.

[Lauretta]

 MonicaC, on 22 November 2011 - 03:14 PM, said:

Lauretta, so exciting to hear of your success and how encouraging it is to read your observations. Please share more about what you find. Congrats Lauretta WTG.

Monica, thanks so much for your support. I have been reading your posts and I hope everything is better for you. Hope you had a great Thanksgiving.

Lauretta