Hello everyone
I’m going to cabo in about a week and have decided to try the PSMF Challenge (Read up on Lyle McDonald’s Rapid Fat Loss). I’m pretty much an all or nothing goal so my mind is set so please, no judgments!…I just need the support and am excited to see the changes that can happen.
So I’ll update back tomorrow!
Anybody doing the 15/6 Bellyfat Cure?? I just started this and am having results..I have done Aikens in the past also but this seems to be working a lil better for me.
I need some help figuring out what I am buying – hoping that you guys could help me!
Here is what I *think* I want to buy:
HCG PREGNYL 6500 I.U. 250MCG (OVITRELLE)
It’s a 1X.5 ready use needle?
Is this 1 shot? If so then thats NOT what I want – but that said, what in the world DO I want?
Can someone please explain and make it so I can do this – I’ve been waiting until I had the money and finally do and want to start…
TIA!
If so how do you like it? Are you using high protein or lowfat? Thanks
I’m fairly new to these boards and LC lifestlye. I don’t like structure, but want to follow some sort of LC plan. That’s what I’m currently doing now. (I’m eliminating flour, potatoes, bad starches, sugar, etc) Is there a board for us LC my way folks? Or can someone direct me to a board that is more or less like Atkins, but not so structured? I may eventually need more structure, but for now this is the way I need to go. Thanks so much!
EGG / PROTEIN FAST March 8 – March 15
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EGG / PROTEIN FAST FAQS
Q. Is it a diet?
A. No, its a FAST.
Q. Where are the rules?
A. Since its not a diet, there are no hard and fast rules, but we have some suggestions. The cool thing about this is that YOU personalize it to your needs.
Q. Isnt fasting dangerous?
A. It depends on the fast and your situation. I am a diabetic, hypothyroid and a cancer survivor, and I consider my health very important. I make sure to fast in a safe, healthy way, including plenty of good-quality protein instead of carbs. However, if you have ANY concern about doing a fast of any kind, PLEASE check with your health care provider, one who knows your medical situation, before starting anything.
Q. Isnt this a fad?
A. No, its a FAST. Seriously, short-term fasting has been used for centuries to cleanse and re-set peoples systems, as well as many other reasons. Dr. Atkins suggested a fast to break a stall in weight loss. Other doctors recommend fasts of many types.
Q. Is this low calorie?
A. Thats up to you, as you know what your body does best and at what level, but NO, this is not about starving yourself or depriving yourself or not eating. Most people eat a good amount of calories in protein and fats. We dont recommend going under 1200 calories.
Q. What can I eat on the Egg / Protein Fast?
A. You can eat whatever you choose, but the focus of this fast is to eat good-quality protein, mainly eggs, in many forms and other good proteins. Some people lose better eating good fats as well as protein, but others choose a lower fat option.
Q. What can I NOT eat on the Egg / Protein Fast?
A. You can eat whatever you choose, but most of us are focusing on protein, (mainly eggs) and are fasting from: dairy, all forms of sugar, all grains, and vegetables during the fast itself. We add back veggies and other foods during Transition.
Q. How long can I stay on the Egg / Protein Fast?
A. Again, this is up to you, but we recommend this ONLY as a short-term cleanse and fast, usually 1-3 days. After that we encourage you to start adding in veggies and other foods. However, the decision is totally up to you and how you feel and what you choose to do and how long you decide to stay on it.
Q.What if I dont like eggs?
A. Well, you picked a funny fast to try! Seriously, use another protein if you dont care for, or are allergic to eggs. If you dont think you like eggs, check out our recipes to see if there may be a preparation using eggs that sounds good to you. Here’s our recipe thread:
RECIPES FOR EGG/PROTEIN FAST…..
Q. What if I have questions?
A. Come and visit our thread, there a LOTS of helpful, caring and supportive people there.
Q. Will it work for me, guaranteed?
A. The only thing in this life that is guaranteed is that one day you will die.
Everyone is different and some people tried it, but didnt get the results they wanted and others say it has changed their lives! So, we really do believe that everyone is different with different bodies, different needs and different metabolisms. The only way to see if the EPF will work for you is to give it the best shot you can and follow the suggestions.
Q. Is anyone making anything promoting this fast?
A. Only the egg farmers! Seriously, this is not a book or a diet and no one is hawking this to promote anything except an option that has been successful for many people. We are here because it works for us and we want to help anyone that wants to try it. And, its FREE (well, you gotta buy your own eggs!)
Q: What is Transition you keep talking about?
A: That is when you end the EPF and start adding vegetables and other foods back into your diet. We recommend a Transition because it helps to make it a slow addition, not all at once. You can stay on Transition as long as you like and are adding in healthy foods. Next you can go back to your regular Low Carb plan, or cycle the EPF again.
Q: What are your tips and suggestions for the best results from the Egg / Protein Fast?A. Im GLAD you asked!
Here are 2 posts by people who have done the fast and had great results!
Here are my SUGGESTIONS (written by Vickilynn (MountainGirl):
You can do the Egg / Protein Fast 1-2-3 or more days. Whatever works for you. I did 3 days, then Transitioned.
I do better with higher fat, I lose better and feel more satisfied.
I eat mainly eggs, and prepare them simply.
No veggies, no cheese or dairy, nothing with sugar in it.
I eat often, never skip meals!
Whenever hungry, I eat an egg or 2.
Drink lots of liquids, I like water and stevia.
I take my supplements.
Here’s more SUGGESTIONS, (written by Emily):
As far as "rules" for the Egg Fast, we discussed not having a set of hard and fast rules, but rather guidelines (eat eggs and meat and fat until satisfied) because people really do tweak it to their likes/dislikes and how their body feels.
PERSONALLY, I have been eating only meat and eggs for about a month now and I’ve recently cut out dairy (except eggs! duh), which has gotten the scale moving again and helped with cravings…I really seem to find that, like sweets, eating any amount of cheese usually leaves me wanting more and eating none makes cravings go bye-bye!
I’m sure I’ll add in cheese again eventually but for right now I’m trying to lose the last 10ish pounds and pinpoint what’s causing some health issues, specifically my GERD/chronic heartburn. Since dropping fruits and veggies (gasp!) and dairy and eating just pure clean eggs, meat and fat (think butter, CO and homemade mayo), my weightloss has started up again, I’m dropping inches and I feel AMAZING!
I’m a huge believer in YMMV and encouraging each person to get in tune with their body and find out what works for them. There is no one size fits all WOE! What works for some may not work for others and the most wonderful thing about a very clean Meat & Egg fast (or for me, a more extended WOE) is it is very much a clean slate that allows you to "figure things out"…much like an elimination diet that doctors put people on to figure out food allergies.
Some variations on the Egg/Protein Fast (EPF) theme include:
– with or without meat
– higher or lower fat
– with or without dairy such as cheese and cream (tho many who do eat this keep it moderate
– with or without artificial sweeteners…my sweetener of choice is stevia and only 1 to 2 packets/day max
– with or without supplementation, which may include a multi-vitamin, CLO (cod liver oil), CO (coconut oil, also used as a general healthy fat), and ACV (apple cider vinegar– must be unfiltered and with the "mother"), to name a few
There are lots of sample menus sprinkled throughout the thread and everyone here is super nice and supportive and non-judgemental, truly a safe place! I love these ladies!
Hope this helps! Please let us know how it’s going and ask questions