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“CONSTIPATION ON CAMBRIDGE DIET”
Written on: 30/05/2013 by danielle_1 (1 review written)
Im on the soul souce diet (just 3 shakes a day) around my 5th day i got very bad constipation, even taking laxatives didnt work. I was in so much pain, i felt like i was in labour again BUT this did not stop me, as by the 6th day i had lost 9lb. i spoke to a pharmicts & he said to eat fibre to help move my bowls. I eat a bowl of porridge & oh my gosh, it worked wonders but i want to know if this were to happen agen, eating normal porridge without any sugar & red top milk from supermarket,... (read more)
“omg im hungry”
Written on: 25/05/2013
im on the end of day 3 on ss and all i can think of is foooood . i need to keep busy all the time or i wont to eat lol . the only time im happy is when im cooking dinner for my kids . the smell seems to help me . trying lots of different shakes choc mint is the best one so far (read more)
“On day 3 of CD”
Written on: 17/05/2013
Hi all, I am on day 3 of CD, I want to lose between 2 & 3 stone. I have found day 1 the hardest in the evening. Day 2 I was feeling great very energic and satisfied throughout the day. Day 3 today and I am struggling! .. I had a headache this morning and I am feeling very hungry! As I work full time it has been ok at work.. I am now worried about the weekend! Any tips?! (read more)
“LOVE IT!”
Written on: 03/05/2013
I love this diet I am on my third week of the sole source and I have lost 23 pounds!! in three weeks. I lost 14 pounds in my first week which was amazing then I lost 5 pounds the second week then lost 5 pounds yesterday! they told me if I loose another 5 pounds by next Thursday that 2 stone in 1 month! I don't feel hungry to be honest I have forgotten all about food I even make my boyfriend dinners, lunches and it does not bother me! I am going onto step 2 next week to ease my self into... (read more)
Niftyatfifty's Comment
Written on: 04/05/2013
Thank you for that inspiration I am into my 2nd week having lost 8lbs week 1 with cheating. As from now I am going to try sole source be strict with myself and aim to lose 2 stone in a month.
Thank you and well done I now know that it can be done.
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Mayjw's Comment
Written on: 13/05/2013
Just had my meeting and am ready to start my weight loss journey tomorrow. Am starting on sole source plus one, so I hope to be back here in a week or two's time with as much good news as you or Niftyatfifty... keep sharing the good news !
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Lushzee's Comment
Written on: 13/05/2013
Hi thats goid to hear i just dont have will power im 9n eerk one ond lost 5lbs snd still cheat dont knw whst to fo help
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“side affects”
Written on: 14/04/2013
my wonderfull daughter in law, went on this diet 4 weeks ago. i watched her get more and more tired, weak, very pale, drinking loads of water, and trying to keep gong on it, till had to got to the hospital with headache and numness down her side, all caused by the diet, she was off work, the diet was taken off her and refund given after saying how ill she had got, this is so strong to cause all this body problems you must think if its worth it or not, you are not told it can make you so ill... (read more)
Lovetobeslim's Comment
Written on: 26/04/2013
I'm sorry to hear the Cambridge Weight Plan affected your daughter-in-law in this way. There are several plans available, with a higher calorie content and which allow conventional food also. Your consultant should discuss which plan is suitable for you, taking into account, your lifestyle, how active or inactive your daily work life is etc and make allowances for that. For example, a nurse, policeman wouldn't be recommended to use the very lowest calorie plan as they are more active than someone who sits at a desk all day. I myself lost 3 stone using Cambridge and yes, the first week is the hardest but after that, I never felt so good. The products are full of all the vitamins, minerals and trace elements that the body needs, so most people feel energised and fabulous whilst using it. Im also pleased to say, that with controlled maintenance, the weight has stayed off, 2 years later.
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Mayjw's Comment
Written on: 30/04/2013
Am also sorry to hear of your daughter in law's difficulties, I hope she is on the mend soon. I wanted to say that I am about to start on this diet and my consultant has already advised me not to go on the first step as it could be too hard for me, but to try the step 2 and see how I feel... I think this is sensible and I hope I will be able to say the same as you Lovetobeslim in a few months time..I am aiming to loose between 2 and 21/2 stone...
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Teapottee's Comment
Written on: 05/06/2013
Sorry to hear about that. But I doubt any of us eat Mc d's everyday.
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“Stick with it!”
Written on: 14/04/2013 by Derryair (1 review written)
Started this diet 14 days ago and the first day was definitely the hardest. Hunger pains kicked in around 5pm. Stick with it. You have to drink the water, if you don't that's when side effects kick in. I have not suffered any side effects yet but again that's down to drinking the water (add some of the berry powder to water). Only thing I have found is I get a very dry mouth but you can chew sugar free gum. It is a hard diet but then I think any diet is hard. I lost 8 and half pound on my... (read more)
Mayjw's Response to Derryair's Review
Written on: 13/05/2013
Hi Derryair, Just read this and was wondering how you are getting on? I am due to start the programme tomorrow, so would love to know .. are you still following the programme? How is it after a month?
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Derryair's reply to Mayjw's Comment
Written on: 13/05/2013
Hi, Yes I'm stilling following it....stuck with sole source and today had my 6th weigh in and I've lost a total of 1 stone 11lbs. I'm over the moon. Gone down 2 dress sizes.
It is not easy but then no diet is. I found day 1 the worse! There are days when I get hungry but I just keep drinking water and that seems to take away the pang. The only side effect I've had is a very dry mouth but I think that is the nature of the shakes. I do eat copious amounts of sugar free gum.
As long as you drink the 2 litres of water a day, I've had no hand aches at all. My consultant is good at the beginning she would txt me a couple of times aday...very supportive.
Just stick with it as I've said it is not easy but any diet is hard.
Good Luck and let me know how you get on
Regards
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“struggling on day 4!!!!”
Written on: 20/03/2013
hi, i started this diet being 10 stone 5ft2 would like to be 8 but i settle for 9. at first i fount all the foods minging have learn t to like the choc shakes and chicken and mushroom soups, and this is what i stay on everyday. i have 3 sachets a day. am really tempted to cheat tonight i'm starving and really miss the chewing of dinner. i drinking the water i should just!! and not had any side affects apart from wanting food, i need to stay on this diet as my wedding dress don't fit me and... (read more)
Staceyricho's Comment
Written on: 02/04/2013
Chew in some sugar free gum ;)
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Staceyricho's Comment
Written on: 02/04/2013
Sorry hadn't finished typing, im on day 5,, i really needed to chew on something.. My consultant said sugar free gum was fine :) just think of how amzing you will look and feel when you've lost more weight, keep at it and good luck xx
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“Day 2 of cd”
Written on: 29/01/2013
I'm on day 2 of the cb diet so far so good not feeling really hungry and not really got a head ach! I'm working full time so it makes it easier not to think about food also I'm drink at least a ltr of water every 2/3 hrs working well in keeping hydrated. Hopefully it keeps up like this and ill be at my goal weight in no time. Don't think it's that expensive when u consider your not going to be buying any other food while on ss (read more)
Amsf's Comment
Written on: 03/02/2013
I am just about to start the Cambridge this week. Any tips?
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Xlaney's Comment
Written on: 04/02/2013
Stick with it is the first thing I'd say im on one week in and can notice a major difference not only in my weight but my confidence, make sure you drink plenty of water that helps a lot, and if in the night time you do get hungry just go to bed, everyone said the first few days are the hardest but I found them ok I wouldnt say it was easy but definitely manageable. I'm in for my weight in tonight and can't wait I'd recommend it but again like any diet it's not for everyone. Best of luck I hope you do well x
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Amsf's Comment
Written on: 06/02/2013
just started today. Wouldnt say the shakes and soups are amazing. Trying to sip them slowly and get them down. How did you do on your first weigh in?
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Xlaney's Comment
Written on: 06/02/2013
Lost 6 1/2 pound delighted with that can feel the difference. I found strawberry, banana and chocolate mint were the nicest. Drink plenty of water and I found the quicker I drink it the easier it is. Keep going you'll notice results in a few days x
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“Fantastic - for a certain type of person!!”
Written on: 13/01/2013
The Cambridge Weight Plan is GREAT for a certain type of person!! I find having all the decision-making done for me as to what I can eat SUCH a relief! Even cooking for others or being the only one at work who doesn't partake of a birthday cake ("thanks, but I'm on a diet" - people DO understand!) after the first couple of days, doesn't feel like a problem. I am quite strong willed which is fairly essential, although once you're in ketosis, the physical hunger all-but vanishes. This then... (read more)
Missbobbles's Comment
Written on: 17/01/2013
Really appreciate your advice and comments. I am on day 11 of the diet. It isn't easy but it gets easier!! I have had to have two bars a day coz I just can't stomach the shakes. Its the goal of losing weight quickly that keeps me going. Lots of luck!
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“Day one so far so good!!! ”
Written on: 09/01/2013
After being rather sceptical I went to meet with a consultant yesterday who was fantastic and really seemed to understand what I am looking achieve I decided to give the Cambridge a go. Initially I thought the shakes and soups would be vile however I have had a banana shake for breakfast - really nice and a chicken and mushroom soup for lunch (tastes like any normal sachet mix that you add hot water to) so all in all not too bad. Hunger wise not too bad I just keep drinking plenty of... (read more)
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“So worth it!!!”
Written on: 19/12/2012 by Sarah7377 (1 review written)
After giving birth to my son in 2010 my weight ballooned to 16st 3lb I had always been big but it was seeing myself in the pictures at my sisters wedding that I thought I have to do something about it, so I contacted my local consultant. I started CD in June 2011 weighing in at 16.6st I done the SS and found it ok no real side effects, the odd headache maybe. I found myself really sticking to it although drinking the vast amounts of water was a no-go I would only manage 2litres at the most.... (read more)
“Stick at it”
Written on: 17/11/2012
Having tried every diet under the sun I thought I'd give CD a try after reading an article about it. In the grand scheme of things I haven't got a huge amount of weight to loose, 2 stones. My consultant recommended the third stage, with 3 CD products & a high protein dinner, chosen from a list of foods from your booklet. There was no way I wasn't going to follow the plan wholeheartedly as I'm determined to loose this weight. First week, made sure I drank lots of water before & after having... (read more)
“day 5 on CD”
Written on: 04/11/2012 by xxellz (1 review written)
1st day was deffo the hardest ! felt sick and by dinner time i gave in to a heinz mushroom soup, felt so guilty ! day 2 and 3 was easier but saturday night all my mates went out for drinks and i stuck to drinking sparkling water, DETERMINATION !! havent felt hungry at all but temptation is everywhere and my boyfriend has been very supportive but i can still smell food when he cooks :( day 4 i was sick but i reckon that was cause i didnt mix my shake properly, day 5 naughty and took a peek... (read more)
“First time on cd day 6 and counting”
Written on: 03/09/2012 by mic81 (1 review written)
I have tried every diet possible over the years so decided to try the cd. Day 1 Nearly killed me off; I was so hungry I went to bed at 8.30pm, but got through it as I knew it would be hard. Day 2 & 3 still hard, just drank lots of water Day 4 went for a sneaky weigh in at my consultants lost 8lb's, this kept me going, looking forward to my official weigh in. Day 4 & 5 was the weekend and I knew it would be very hard, the amount of times I wanted food was shocking, lucky me and my partner are... (read more)
Mic81's Response to mic81's Review
Written on: 05/09/2012
Had my first weigh in, over the moon..... 11lb's off in 1st week.
Added some soups and bars this week, see how it goes.
looking forward to next weigh in.
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“Amazed”
Written on: 03/09/2012
I have been on the Cambridge weight plan (Step 3) for 3 weeks now. A male at 21st 12.5lb with BMI of 41.5 (START). Now 2 stone gone. I found the 1st 4 days VERY hard but since then I have not been hungry and stuck to the plan well. Allowed some food so easier for me I am sure. Absolutely amazed!!! (read more)
“Unhappy Taste buds”
Written on: 09/07/2012 by NSLK
Okay, so the idea of being able to loose as much as 8pounds in one week got me hook line and sinker with the Cambridge Diet. Today is my first day of trying the diet and for breakfast I started with the Maple and Pecan flavour Porridge - it smelt lovely in the microwave BUT when I took it out to stir the armomas changed for the worse, still I tried it. I took one spoonfull and then left the rest on the kitchen side, 'Id rather be hungry than eat that' are my thoughts. Anyway putting this... (read more)
Keeleywest1's Response to NSLK's Review
Written on: 29/08/2012
oh the very same has just happened to me. i started it yesterday morning with the very same maple and pecan porridge thinkng it would be lovely cos it did smell it, i was heaving with every mouthful and left half of it. at lunchtime i tried the cappucino shake and just managed to swallow it down. I dreaded the next shake so much and at this point felt very upset as I had just laid out £42 on shakes for the week. I don't know whether to carry on if all the shakes are inedible. I thought they would be easy and enjoyable but i am sure i won't find one i like! I felt miserable all da worrying about whether i could continue so am waiting to speak to my friend who lost at least 3 stone on this plan to see how she managed.
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Sheilasmithereen's Response to NSLK's Review
Written on: 29/08/2012
I absolutely LOVE the vanilla cream shake. It sounds from your comments, and the one from Keeleywest's that you were looking for "something so yummy you would not think you were dieting," so went for the fancier flavors. But this vanilla cream tastes, my 10-year-old granddaughter says, "like melted ice cream.
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Gonnabeslim's Response to NSLK's Review
Written on: 19/04/2013
It won't work as well. Firstly you won't get into ketosis by eating Heinz soup and milkshakes and secondly the food packs from Cambridge are nutritionally complete so you know you are getting all your nutrients. As long as you can eat them of course. I really like the shakes, especially chocolate and fruits of the forest but it's obviously all down to personal taste
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“Cambridge Weight Plan - Step 1 SS+”
Written on: 28/06/2012 by BubblesCefalo
I started the Cambridge Diet on 18th June 12 and weighed a whopping 17st 12. I thought I would find the diet really hard seen as I was drinking at least a litre of sugar free red bull and at least a 2 litre bottle of Pepsi Max a day, but to my surprise I didn’t have a problem with drinking 4 to 5 litres of water a day instead. Don’t get me wrong I did suffer with a few headaches the first couple of days but after that I was okay. I do find that every 3 days I need to have an extra early... (read more)
“Great diet!!”
Written on: 24/06/2012 by Angel2606
I started this diet on the 14 April and was very sceptical as i've tried many diets before and failed. I have lost 3 stone in 10 weeks on the sole source step one. I havent been hungry and i have found it easy to stick to. Im feeling fantsstic and have 2 more stone to go. The cambridge diet consultant i meet every week is fantastic and helpful. Give it a try :-) (read more)
“Will power needed but great results”
Written on: 13/06/2012 by quarky (1 review written)
I staretd sole source 9 weeks ago and have lost 3 stone. The diet is very easy to follow as you only eat/drink 3 cambridge diet products a day. My counsellor has been amazing and so so supportive which has made a massive difference. You need to really want to loose weight and learn about your eating habbits to do this diet. It has really opened my eyes and made me realise that half the time I didn't even register that I was eating. I have also been able to high light that certain situations... (read more)
Helenvalencia's Response to quarky's Review
Written on: 06/10/2012
Thanks for the good wishes!! I'm only 3 days in and determined to succeed. Although I think that the porridge has a slight aftertaste of sweetener, I love it and am surprised that I have enjoyed the shakes and soups that I have tried. I have experienced hunger pangs, as I would normally before a meal, but find that the Cambridge products are very satisfying. To date, I have nothing negative to say about this diet. The only extra thing that you need is willpower. After reading about some of the amazing results achieved, I am so inspired . I am keeping a daily diary, just for myself, so that I stay focused and will be able to record my progress. I also wish that I had done this years ago and am already thinking about becoming a counsellor myself. I'll let you know how I get on!!
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Quarky's Response to quarky's Review
Written on: 08/10/2012
I wish you so much luck and hope the plan continues to suit you. To date I have lost 5 stone and am 5 pounds away from my final goal. I feel totally amazing and am now on step 3 so having carbs again whuch is lovely. I have learnt to see food in a totally different way and I am in control stay focused and keep me up to date if it helps to keep you focused. You can do this!!
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Sonia89's reply to Quarky's Comment
Written on: 03/06/2013
Hi I just wanted to say that your review and update has inspired me a lot thankyou!!! It is my first day on the CD hoping to loose 3 stones max. do you think it makes a difference on the amount of water you drink all day, or is it fine to drink 2.5 litres as required.
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Quarky's reply to Sonia89's Comment
Written on: 03/06/2013
Well done for starting and welcome to day 1. I've lost a total of 5 stone 10 pounds and have been at my target weight since Christmas. Now I'm learning to maintain which is a battle in itself but so far i've never gone further than 4 pounds up on my target weight. I've recently joined the gym and can now run 6k in 40 mins something I could NEVER have imagined doing prior to CD. I see my consultant as and when i want to , which is usually every fortnight and I can honestly say I have never felt soooooooo good. My advice is to drink as much water as you can manage, the first few days are tough ( i got up 7/8 times a night to wee) but BELIEVE me your body soon gets used to it and by day 5 I felt fantastic. I wish you so much luck and encouragement.
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Sonia89's reply to Quarky's Comment
Written on: 05/06/2013
awwwh bless thankyou soo sooo much! yh I will continue very strictly with the diet, although yesterday it was 'tom' for me so didn't, well couldn't manage to keep it up properly, but 2dy im trying to be strong and cope with it. hopefully I shud be ok this week.
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“No pain, no gain”
Written on: 31/05/2012 by mlseddon (1 review written)
The diet is very easy to follow, no calories, carbs, fat, etc counting but you will definitely need willpower! I was (and still am) quite surprised that I wasn't too hungry. I think it's a combination of drinking lots more water and being in Ketosis that staves off the hunger pangs (although not completely). My starting weight was 17st 2lb. After one week, my weight was 16st 5lb after the second week 15st 11lb. I am now on my 3rd week (I finally get to chew something as I've started on... (read more)
Thursdaychild's Response to mlseddon's Review
Written on: 01/06/2013
What happened in the end? Did you lose more - have you managed to keep it off when returning to normal food?
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“Not for everyone but definitely for me!”
Written on: 27/05/2012
For me personally this is by far the best diet I have ever done. I just wish that I had found this 20 years ago. You need strong willpower, if you don't feel strong enough or positive enough this won't work. If you do this diet is life changing. I started on the 10th Jan 2012 and stuck to it religiously for the first 12 weeks after that I now have a treat meal on a Sat night and I'm still losing. I have had a few breaks due to holidays and birthday etc. so since the 10th Jan I have lost... (read more)
Sonia89's Comment
Written on: 03/06/2013
dtz great! ;-) dead pleased for you.
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Meatloaf1966's Comment
Written on: 03/06/2013
Well done :-). I used the Cambridge Diet many many years ago. It worked wonders, think I might use it again due to middle aged spread lol. It will work for anyone who is fully committed and has plenty of willpower
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“started the sole plan today may 19th 2012.....will...”
Written on: 21/05/2012
started the sole plan today may 19th 2012.....will post regularly. (read more)
“Hard work, but seeing the results make it all worth it!”
Written on: 12/05/2012
For all those who want to lose weight fast, I would definitely recommend the Cambridge Weight Plan, but dont expect it to be an easy ride, the world is full of temptation. This diet is amazing, but it is definitely a test of your will power and how much you really want to be slimmer. My motivation for starting this diet was that I am going to be a bridesmaid next month and after seeing myself looking like the big fat one in the middle i decided to do something about it. I am on day 12 of... (read more)
Guest's Comment
Written on: 14/05/2012
Hi ! I'm on the third week now of cambridge diet plan...Im not so excited...when i start the diet i lost 3kg the first week...then it stuck! i'm losing 1kg per week and i'm very dissapointment because it costs too much money and i can't lose the weight easy...i'm not cheating on my menu i'm doing exactly what i have to do....
I've done all the necessary chemical tests (theroid,insuline etc) and i'm fine...i dont have any prob with those...
does anyone knows why this is happen? i'm still trying but i think is a waste of time and money at the end of the day :(
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“Im on my first day today ive got a banging head ach...”
Written on: 10/05/2012
Im on my first day today ive got a banging head ach and i am so emotional i am dieing to go to the kitchen and bite in to something! However i dont feel hungery but wanted to know if il feel the same tommorrow my boyfriend and family are concerned as today ive been a different person. I have pco aswell dose this diet work ? (read more)
“So far so good!”
Written on: 08/05/2012 by gemstone252 (1 review written)
After finding out im 14st 11 at the age of 20!! I've been thinking of starting the cambridge diet for a while now I only came across the diet because my mum and nan have both done it and have nothing but good things to say. With my mum losing 3 stone and my nan 6 stone!! I went too my nearest consultant which was also my nans consultant so was nice that she already knew my family :). She explained everything to me in detail and made me feel very welcome. I started today and im going cold... (read more)
Jules47's Response to gemstone252's Review
Written on: 09/05/2012
hiya good luck...ive started today as well.......feel ok ish,just really want to eat as cooking for the kids lol..... im going hard core as well,and im a lot heavier then you :-( gonna do it though.... x
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“Need advice?”
Written on: 19/04/2012
I'm 5"2 and weigh 12stone I want to loose 3stone in 10weeks before my holiday... Is this possible on the Cambridge diet? (read more)
Guest's Comment
Written on: 20/04/2012
Hi, I would say it depends on how dedicated you are to the plan,and on what step you start. Entirely possible to loose a stone a month, and even more if your disciplined....!
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Guest's Comment
Written on: 21/04/2012
I have just finished my first week on the diet and lost 11 lbs and 10 inches. So think that if you started it and really committed you could do at least 2 stone. Its not easy it takes real dedication but i have not been hungry or experienced any of the awful side affects that some people talk of..... one piece of advise if you do it s to drink drink drink water . Good luck
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Guest's Comment
Written on: 01/05/2012
Ive been on the cambridge for 6 days and fell of the band wagon yesterday, but went straight back on today. (only had 1 choc bar yesterday). how will this affect my weightloss? And is it possible to lose 2.5stone in 10 weeks?
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Gramercygal's Comment
Written on: 26/06/2012
I lost a little over 2 1/2 stone in 6 weeks.
I put someone on it who was going on vacation in 3 weeks and wanted to lose some weight. She lost 1 1/2 stone in a little over 2 weeks and wanted to buy more to take on her vacation ... we fought about it, because I wanted her to enjoy her vacation and NOT diet.
I finally relented and let her get a box of bars.
I told her to eat a spoonful of anything she wanted.
She lost 2 more lbs on her vacation!!
How about that!
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“On day one of Cambridge weight plan. Ok hunger wise...”
Written on: 13/04/2012
On day one of Cambridge weight plan. Ok hunger wise but not enjoyed the shakes or soups so far. Soup tasted chalky and I don't like milk so also finding texture of shapes hard at mo but mist say they do taste ok flavour wise so will preserver. Getting married in 4 months and really want to loose 3stone so will keep it up. Any recomendations on good flavours to try?x (read more)
Guest's Comment
Written on: 18/04/2012
i like the strawberry and banana so far.i have only tried the mushroom soup and i agree it was powdery.
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Quarky's Comment
Written on: 21/04/2012
chocolate mint one is really delicious
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Guest's Comment
Written on: 21/04/2012
i'm not a big fan of the make yourself shakes, they are a bit powdery and don't like the 15 minute limit to drink it in. I really like the chocolate and banana ready made boxes. I don't use soups. I did cd for my wedding and it worked. Remember to drink plenty of water. Good luck!
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Guest's Comment
Written on: 22/04/2012
Hi, I am about to start the Cambridge Diet. After trying Slimmers World, Weight Watchers, Cabbage soup etc etc. nothing works. A friend lost load of weight with cambridge so am finally pulling in the reigns and taking control. The only concern i have is the cost, being a single mum with 2 kids it will be a struggle, but as I won't be buying as much food each week doing the food shop I am hoping it will balance out. I am 5'7" and am almost 18 stone, so have a long way to go. Good luck to everyone on cambridge, especially us newbys!!
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Cleansweep's Comment
Written on: 07/05/2012
Hi, I have just started week 3, and have lost 13lbs, really pleased....I found the "cappachino and chocolate" shakes the best....The soups..."mushroom...vegetable....leek/potato"......The porridge (is like baby food)!! but I found "pecan and cinnamon" ok.....I have just introduced the "bars" into my diet....So now I have a Shake for breakfast....A Bar for lunch...A soup for Tea.....Hope this has been helpful...Good luck Xx
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Gemstone252's Comment
Written on: 08/05/2012
Ive just started today and i was told there in a new eddition which is mango if youre a lover of mango give it a try its really refreshing as for the soups i havent tried yet but only the chickenn mushroom appeal to me to be honest
good luck
:)
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Guest's Comment
Written on: 14/05/2012
Buy a whisk (ideally electronic) Supermarkets normally do own brand ones for £5 to £10 like a hand blender - these make the shakes mix up so much better, therefore so much more enjoyable. I lived off just Strawberry and Banana shakes whilst on plan in 2010 as they were 2 flavours I enjoyed instead of forcing down!
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“This is my second week lost 11lb first week it was...”
Written on: 06/04/2012 by marieelizebeth
This is my second week lost 11lb first week it was hard but does very much work (read more)
Guest's Response to marieelizebeth's Review
Written on: 18/04/2012
well done i hope i get the same results as that to
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Cleansweep's Response to marieelizebeth's Review
Written on: 07/05/2012
Well done...I lost 10lb my first week, just been weighed for the 2nd, and lost 3lb...that is 13lb in 2 weeks...really pleased
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“excellent result”
Written on: 06/04/2012
been i the cd diet over 2 weeks now first week lost 6lb second week lost 5lb is great dont feel hungry shakes are loverly soups nice and porridge fill you up (read more)
“Fastest loss I have ever had on a diet !”
Written on: 05/04/2012
I am on day 19 of Cambridge and have lost around a stone and a half ! I find the products great and easy to prepare. Ive not had the bars as of yet but look forward to those next week. I am not hungry on the plan but do think about food although I am yet to cave in as I have stuck so far 100% to the SS plan. My 1st week loss was 11lb, 2nd week was 5lb and not had my official weigh in yet for this week. On average people lose 1stone each month which is amazing ! Value for money I have said... (read more)
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“Diet brilliant”
Written on: 06/03/2012
I have been on slimming world and weight watchers but this is the best diet of all, I have been on the Cambridge diet for 14 weeks and I have lost 3 and a half stone and I feel fantastic, counsellor is brilliant, still another 3 stone to lose, hopefully lose it before I go on holiday in June, didnt find the diet hard at all, headaches for the first couple of days but after that it was fine. (read more)
“working a bit too well??”
Written on: 04/03/2012 by mariab1996 (1 review written)
Hi all , i have read all 71 reviews ( what can i say im nosey : ) my lovely boyfriend proposed last week and as you can imagine after 3 years together i was over the moon....then reality set in...a 21 stone 2 lb bride?? the only diet that has ever worked for me in the past was atkins but after losing four stone found it hard to keep up due to the lack of fruit and veg , then of course all the other bad habits snuck back and i am only 3 lbs away from where i was pre-atkins. Anyway afew of my... (read more)
Guest's Response to mariab1996's Review
Written on: 23/03/2012
Hello :)
I am glad to hear the cambridge is working for you. I am up to day 3 and have been quite hungry at the moment .. tummy keeps growling. I do beleive that you do not get hunger pains because you are taking 4 shakes plus one meal.. I am on step 1 with only 3 shakes a day which is why you may be feeling better!
good luck
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Guest's Response to mariab1996's Review
Written on: 28/03/2012
you have so inspired me with this. I get married in August and have been struggling on slimmers world and have been looking at Cambridge diet. After hearing your story i am going to arrange to speak to someone tomorrow. Massive luck to you. Tara xx
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Guest's Response to mariab1996's Review
Written on: 06/04/2012
Hi really great to read your story I am going to be a bride next year too and alot of weight to loose also, I am on day 3 and really finding it hard now. I am on 4 shakes a day but not eating meals or anything seems like your plan would work better for me I need to loose about 7 stone.. There is no way I am going to be a fat bride I have to do it but I really want some food.
I have not measured myself or weighed myself wish I could have a cheeky look.
would be great to have a diet buddy
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Mariab1996's Response to mariab1996's Review
Written on: 17/04/2012
hi all, well im nearing the end of my cambridge adventure, i am 3 pounds away from 4 stone loss, being on the diet has made me realise how much food i actualy "need" as opposed to want , i think a little time away from your unhealthy eating habits is a good way to reflect. The reason i am ending the plan is because i want to do it while im in control and the way im going to do it is low carb, as soon as i eat bread or pasta i baloon. all i can do is try out my theory.Cambridge is a brilliant head start, but life goes on and as much as i love those yummy shakes and soups i also crave normality without all the baddies this time, just to recap i have lost the equivalent of " 1 pound per day, for the past 50 days" not too shabby.and this was on step 2, 3 shakes and a meal. so blend your shakes with ice, add tobasco or worcester sauce to your spicy tomato, chicken and mushroom soup and focus on your goal, remember its not forever, and use your time to plan your next step. And all you brides to be , good luck, we deserve it : ) xx
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“Lashes annemarie ”
Written on: 19/02/2012
First week on cd ,lost 7lb so far ,weigh myself everyday naughty I know ,but for the last three days no weight lost at all :( (read more)
“First Day ”
Written on: 23/01/2012 by katestano
its my first day of the cambridge and its killing me ......am so hungrey please tell me it gets better ??? (read more)
Guest's Response to katestano's Review
Written on: 26/01/2012
It does and should get better after the third day. A good forum to discuss this diet is minimins
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Guest's Response to katestano's Review
Written on: 29/01/2012
Its my first day too and I'm starving! my consultant told me it gets better afer day 3...Just drinking tons of water :)
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Nettynunu's Response to katestano's Review
Written on: 09/02/2013
Hi I am on day 14 and to date I have lost 10lb. It does get easier, try drinking your milkshakes through a straw and mix them up with ice in a blender. Also drink your water through a straw. My friend lost 6.5 stone on this diet in 6 months and kept it off so that inspires me. Just try keep busy. I got 4 stone to lose. If I am hungry. I get a early night. I craved savoury and have found that mushroom soup and potatoes. And leek soup are okay by adding pepper and have a soup for my dinner every day. Stay focused and remember why you are doing this? Your health, confidence, happiness, and other important reasons you may have. Keep going your doing brilliant...
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“Good”
Written on: 14/01/2012
Its my 4th day into my diet and I onistly feel like I'm dying, I weigh 11st 3 and hoping to loose 1 1/2 stone the milkshakes and soups are very nice carnt say this for the porridge though alought looking in the mirror already I can see a difference on my stomach which I am very pleased about!! (read more)
“Excellent”
Written on: 21/11/2011 by Mirley
I started this diet just over a week ago (sole source), lost 7 lbs in the 1st week and I'm expecting at least another 4lbs this week. It is a little costly but to be fair, I would easily spend £40 a week on diet food, you just notice it cos it's one payment rather than spread out. I felt hungry the first few days then on the third day I woke up really full of energy and not hungry at all. I won't say I've had no hunger pangs and I still smell food cooking and long to eat it, but I stuck... (read more)
“im on day 4 and im thrilled with the results”
Written on: 06/11/2011
i started slimming world 2mth ago and weighed in at 14.10 i nearly died i got down to 14 and decided to give cd a try as seen a manager at work lose loads and quicker.....what a good move....called her and she happens to now be consultant so she came round weighed me got me the diff flavours to start the ssource and away i went...day 1 so hard as flavours of porridge soup and shakes...yack....after finding my feet now i love the original porridge all the shakes exept banana i dont mind the... (read more)
“Fantastic”
Written on: 20/10/2011 by julie8757
I started 9th Sept 2011 and have lost nearly two stones, I am so happy. My lovely consultant Gillian from Doncaster is so encouraging and is on the end of the phone when I need her. I love the strawberry and chocolate milkshake and the chilli and chicken & mushroom soup. For tea I have a mint choc bar but my favourite is the chocolate cranberry bar. Its my weigh in again tomorrow. I am starting to add a little protein now and still losing. Strict yes but well worth it. 'Nothing tastes... (read more)
Guest's Response to julie8757's Review
Written on: 26/04/2012
Hi Julie
How have you found maintaining the weight loss since October?
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“Brill diet that really works”
Written on: 19/10/2011
I started the Cambridge diet 2 weeks ago. In my first week I lost 10lbs and just had my second weigh in last night and have lost another 5!!. Considering I had been out for dinner during that week I am more than happy. If you find that you have a social occasion or dinner try to stick to low carbs for example have your steak or chick with either salad or veg that way you should stay on track. I have set my sights on losing 3 stone by smas and am a third of the way there already. I am... (read more)
“I suceeded with Cambridge where other diets had failed”
Written on: 30/09/2011
I've been on the cambridge diet for 6 months now and lost a whopping 5 and half stone. Ive tried every other diet on planet earth and I'm not saying this is the easiest diet and it may not suit you but if you are looking for a diet to give you the results and motivation to continue give Cambridge a try. You need to be determined and focused and you need to drink as they advise. Add excercise into your routine and watch the weight disappear. You need to be honest with yourself and limiting... (read more)
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“Day 9 CD”
Written on: 29/09/2011
Just done Day 9 of the CD and am amazed at the results, yes it is a tough one to stick to but grim determination and hatred of the extra weight has kept me going, oh and reading comments from other CD'ers! After my 1st weeks weigh in had a 5 kilo loss!!! Thrilled to bits! Got weigh in number 2 in 5 days and cant wait to see what the loss will be! I so recommend sticking to it even though its hard it has made me feel so much better not only with the weight loss but the way its made me feel... (read more)
“Brilliant........”
Written on: 27/09/2011 by jpickford (1 review written)
i am now into my 3rd week and i am doing very well. The first week i lost 10 pound and last week i lost 4 so that is my first stone in two weeks !! after the first 3-4 days my body was not hungry. I did struggle to drink water but i did buy the cambridge water flavoring which is brilliant..... My tutor is very good and encouraging. I hope it stays this way and i will reach my goal weight of loseing 3stone by xmas !! (read more)
“Absolutly Shocking!!!!!!!!!!”
Written on: 15/09/2011
Hi ive tryed this diet 3 times now 1st time was sucessful but put weight bk on cost me a fortune told my consultant that i cauldnt do it from my GP so pulled out,for her to turn round and bitterly tell me that i was obese when i know for a fact that im no where near.(13st) wauldnt recommend this to anyone "Starve the body starve the mind"=Depression!!!!!!!!!! dont go there..... (read more)
Guest's Comment
Written on: 01/01/2012
I did this diet and lost 3 stone in 3 months. Utter rubbish for you to rate this a 1*, you just don't have the willpower!!
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Cleansweep's Comment
Written on: 09/05/2012
It obviously was not for you!!! But if you are determined, and the will power is there, then this is a good programme, to not only give you quick weight loss, but to make you sit back and take stock of your eating "habits"
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“Cambrige diet - first impressions”
Written on: 03/09/2011
This is my 5th day, I have around 60Kg to lose. Have been a yo-yo during th past 60 years - lose 50, put on 55, lose 60, put on 60. For almost 2 years I have been going to a nutritionist to lose weight which focusses on 'fixing' my muscle to fix my metabolism. I managed to lose 17kg & then got sick, the medication I took made me put all the weight back on! Now I am back to square one, tried for a couple of months the 'healthy' but I am fed up of eating healthy, exercising TWO times a day and... (read more)
Guest's Comment
Written on: 15/02/2012
You can only go into ketosis if you do it sole source.
I did it sole source for a few days until that happened. Once it happened I added a piece of fruit a day and either a salad or steamed herbed veggies.
This is a tough diet I'll agree ... but the results are so fast .... and more importantly safe (you DO NOT lose lean muscle --- your skin shrinks to fit your body) This doesn't happen with the stomach band operation .... you will need to have a further operation to remove all of your hanging skin.
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“Tried everything!”
Written on: 11/08/2011 by Dizzyjukat (1 review written)
I started CD yesterday, was feeling really motivated so prepared for tasteless shakes...was really surprised! Had choc shake for breakfast which was lovely, porridge for lunch (not so nice) and oriental soup for dinner which was surprisingly nice, creamy and tasty. Ive been mixing everything in my smoothie maker first and it does add to the texture. Im also having lots of water and 200ml of milk (cant live without my coffee!) Ive tried lots of different diets and find it hard to stick to... (read more)
“Cambridge Diet Consultant Confidence”
Written on: 09/08/2011
Just started CD have four and half stone to loose. Made it clear I wanted sole source but Consultant said aswell as the four shakes I could have 200mls skimmed milk??? According to the book this is not sole source bur sole source plus. Does not inspire confidence at the moment. Did nt expect to pay £53.20 for 28 milkshakes thought it would be a bit cheaper. Will have to see how this week goes. Not impressed at the moment. (read more)
“cambridge diet”
Written on: 17/07/2011
I started the cambridge diet two and a half weeks ago and i am delighted with the results so far,1st week i lost 9lbs,2nd week i lost 5lbs im not yet at my 3rd weigh in and have already lost another 4lb on top,so 18lbs so far i got a week to go until my hols so hopefully ill be buying a whole new wardrobe soon. The shakes are ok they are quite filling just pick flavours wisely,the soups are very salty, i stick to strawberry and chocolate, for anyone wanting to try it go for it, it is hard... (read more)
Guest's Comment
Written on: 17/07/2011
they are fantastic results..well done.do you mind telling me what your starting weight was.and how much water are you drinking?i am starting it tomorrow because i want to lose as much as i can for my holiday in 4 weeks.reading your comments have inspired me.thanks
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Guest's Comment
Written on: 17/07/2011
that is a great loss well done you!!!
im joining 2moz nite so finger crossed i have as good a loss as you have.
keep up the good work :)
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“1st day .... Here I go!”
Written on: 08/07/2011 by Ashton001
So it's my first day on the CD it's 10:10 and I'm feeling okay, tummys grumbling but I'm pulling through. I met with Annie my consultant lastnight she weighed me I'm 12'6 stone and 5ft9 my bmi is 25.5. I'm looking at loosing roughly 2 stone so I can get in to my size tens again!! My consultant put me on the step 2 has anyone been on this step before and done well with it? Ashton (read more)
Guest's Response to Ashton001's Review
Written on: 14/07/2011
Hi there I started on the step 2 plan 4 weeks ago I only had a stone to loose and achieved that in the 4 weeks!! Stick with it it's well worth it.. Good luck
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“Finding CD hard, hope it works.”
Written on: 07/07/2011
I'm on day 3 of the CD and finding it hard when im home but not too bad when out and about. Have this horrible taste in mouth like i've got a spoon full of sugar which is making me feel quite sick. Does anyone else have this? If so any thing that can help get rid of it. I have been very good and only had a lil bit of cucumber which helps with the taste for only 30mins or so tho :( I really hopes this works. (read more)
“cambridge diet, weight loss in 4days!!”
Written on: 05/07/2011
i only started this diet on friday 1st august 2011 its now the 5th day on step one sole source 415cals and im findin it very easy! no huge side affects, 2 headaches (mild) and constipation but aside from that its been awesum. not been hungry at all, the shakes (ready made) are delicious..the soups r ok...but thursday i will b gettin ALL ready made shakes. did struggle to drink 4pints of water so am averagin between 3 and 4 a day. i really thought id miss cups of tea as i used to drink 10... (read more)
Guest's Comment
Written on: 06/07/2011
August 2011 is yet to come!!!
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Guest's Comment
Written on: 08/07/2011
its only the 8th of july 2011???1st of augest????
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Danielle_1's Comment
Written on: 30/05/2013
drink plenty of water, more the better & what i do is i keep telling myself its not the end of world, after 3 months food can be slowy introuduced back into the diet. & think of the cost, now you wouldnt wanna frow money down the drain.
hope this helps