South Beach Diet

Hi,
Sorry I have another newbie question. I looked over the archives but I
still seem to be fuzzy on portion sizing. Last night we had steak, my
husband said it seems like it was too much. It was about 1/2 llb per
person. He said your main course is only suppose to be credit card size
(according to new guidelines out by I think the American Heart Assoc or
something like that) I know the rules say as long as you eat approved
foods you should eat till you are satisfied. Could that mean 2 chicken
breast or 1 llb of steak, there are a lot of calories in these things.
I have a whirly pop popcorn maker that I love that uses very little oil
and little butter and I was wondering when I can make popcorn again? I
am in phase 1.
Thanks so much.
Judy

Hi everyone,
I’ve been reading your posts for the past few months. I was on the
beach for about 4 months a couple of years ago and lost about 20
pounds, it was great. But I went on a cruise, broke down at the
midnight dessert buffet, then it was the holidays, etc. etc. I
haven’t been able to get back on it.
I’ve started again today but this time I’ve decided to write to you
all to sort of keep me accountable. I usually do pretty good for the
first two or three days but then I start giving in again.
I really would like to lose about 50 pounds and I know I can do it on
the SBD. I really love this diet/way of eating. I just have to stay
focused and motivated.
Thanks for being here.
Lois

I guess the menus I posted last week got eaten up by the internet
aliens so I’ll post again!
Beef, Green or Red Pepper & Mushroom Kabobs
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon water
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 pound boneless top sirloin steak, cut into 1″ squares
1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
12 large mushrooms
2 cups cooked brown rice
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Thank you so much for that potassium rich food list; I appreciate it very much.
And it’s great to see this list moving again!
Also, regarding avocado on phase 1 - Do you know how much is allowed? I figure
it must be restricted and allowed as sparingly as pure oil or nuts?
Also someone mentioned the New good carbs good fats book. I bought mine the
winter before and don’t know if it’s the new one.
It says one serving of peanut butter is 2 tablespoons. Could that be a misprint.
I can’t digest nuts so I do use nut butter and 2 tablespoons is what I save as
an evening snack, because it really gets rid of hunger pangs. But after hearing
that with sunflower seeds, 1 tablespoon is a serving, I am wondering if this is
slowing things down for me. Because the amount gets smaller, not bigger when
turned into a butter. Is that amount in the new book marked as 2 tablespoons? Or
now I am wondering if it’s supposed to be 2 teaspoons. I checked the Files here
and it says 2 tablespoons even in phase 1. But from what I know of calories,
that does sound like a lot.
TIA,
Suzan
Message: 6
Date: Mon, 20 Jun 2005 19:10:19 -0000
From: “a197406″ Subject: Re: question ph 1 - Potassium not only in Bananas
Potassium is a dietary electrolyte known to lower blood
pressure in healthy and hypertensive adults. A potassium deficiency
may
result in frequent leg cramps and can ultimately lead to
hypertension. Dr. Agatston recommends eating plenty of potassium-
rich foods, especially if you’re on medication for high blood
pressure. If you have kidney problems, consult your physician before
consuming too much potassium.
Most frequently associated with bananas, potassium is actually
present in many fruits and vegetables. Try adding the following to
your meal plan:
Phase 1
Asparagus
Artichokes
Avocado
Bamboo shoots
Broccoli
Brussels sprouts
Beans (black, kidney, lentil, lima, soy)
Cauliflower
Celery
Kale
Mushrooms
Okra
Pinto beans
Spinach
Turnip greens
Tomatoes
Tomato juice
Vegetable juice
Phase 2
Cantaloupe
Grapefruit
Kiwifruit
Oranges
Strawberries

Hi Cathy,
I clicked on the link but the address changes to the home page which is (as far
as I could ever see, but I might be wrong) mainly designed to sign me up as a
member. I haven’t wanted to spend the extra money…..but I assume if you can
access an internal page about updates, you are a member? Do you find it worth
it? Suzan
Message: 2
Date: Mon, 20 Jun 2005 03:43:41 -0700 (PDT)
From: Cathy Adamson Subject: Re: Dairy?
You can get the updates at the South Beach website.
I think the address is www.southbeachdiet.com/updates
Cathy
Pam William I was just wondering how you knew about changes, in dairy requirements, since
the book was written. My book is older I think. I got it from my MIL.
Pam

I get leg cramps too….what RX are you on?…..My Dr. ordered some blood tests and found out I have a magnesium deficiency….so now I take a RX (mag-oxide)….it helps!

God is soooo good!!….Have a great day!!

I am just excited today I have been on the south beach diet for one
year! I started at 222, and am now 155. I do want to lose A little
more, but I am just excited!! A great big thanks to the south beach
diet.

I was just wondering how you knew about changes, in dairy requirements, since the book was written. My book is older I think. I got it from my MIL.
Pam

Just wanted to introduce myself. I’m interested in South Beach because
I started running to lose weight but haven’t seen the results I’d like.
I know I am carbohydrate sensitive so the idea of lower glycemic index
foods makes sense to me. I’m enjoying reading through the board and
look forward to future posts. My initial quetion is, since I do not
have the book handy, how long does each phase last?
Thank you, Jrzy

Hi, I’m new to south beach! I have a quick question about calories. Do
we have to keep track of calories while on this diet? I haven’t read
the book yet, but I’m actually on my way there now to pick it up! If anyone could let me know about the diet, that would be awesome!
thanks!
~Erin~