Hi, everyone!  I decided this morning enough was enough and I had to do something about my weight.  My problem is I still FEEL like I'm 130 lbs and when I look in the mirror I don't see a 160 lb person.  But we just came back from vacation and after seeing the pictures of me... well, that's all I needed.  I'm so excited about this and have seent the wonderful things Alli has done for my husband's friend (he's lost almost 80 lbs with Alli!).  I can't wait to talk to you all more and learn whatever I can. 

My first few questions- has anyone had "treatment effects" using low-fat mayo?  What do you use for "cream" in your coffee (is fat-free 1/2 & 1/2 OK?) and what's your favorite "treat" you allow yourself with Alli?

Hi,

You may get more of a response on the personal experience forums in regards to food tips from other experienced Alli dieters.  

There should be no problem as long as the condiments do not exceed the total fat gram allowance for the meal.  The fat free half & half is fine.

Hope this helps.

Sophia De Monte RPh

 HI goingbacktothin!

I use mostly full fat mayo, dressings and for my coffee, I use fat free flavored creamers.

You only need to use fat free or reduced fat if your fat grams are on the high side for a meal.

You really need to eat the  fat and calories recommended by the plan to get the most benefit from Alli.

Here are two threads that will help make things "click" for you:

 ***READ FIRST - Why you need to reach your fat grams
http://community.myalli.com/forums/t/19329.aspx

***READ FIRST - Why you need to reach your calorie goals
http://community.myalli.com/forums/t/19330.aspx

Good luck on your journey to a healthy lifestyle!

~Deb

 Hello,

I am a new bie too! today is my second day. I need all the support I can get. Lets become alli friends so that we can encourage and support each other. Im not sure how to make someone your friend yet, Im still learning the website.

Sounds good!  All the best of luck to you too.  So far so good and I've already drank 32 oz of water this morning!  I'm not really feeling hungry at all either after my yogurt and blueberries.  But in a bit I'll have my graham crackers... yum!

 I tried, but can't stand the fat free half & half... I am still on the leaded version.  Regular mayo doesn't agree with me (MAYO=BAD)... But I am going to try the low fat because I can't live without mayo.

My favorite thing lately has to be fat free yogurt with fresh strawberries, banana's and/or blueberries.  I also do the yogurt with some Kashi cereal since getting the reccommended Fiber is a problem for me.

I am not a breakfast person, so I usually chug a protein shake in the AM and call it done.  I am more of a 10 AM snacker (but that is what works for me).  Hope that helps - everyone is different ;-)

Good Luck!!!

 Hi,

Alli circles is a new community chat group that was launched this month and may be just what you are looking for a smaller and more private support group.

Best of luck,

Sophia De Monte RPh