I just started diet plan that recommended Simple Girl dressings
589089
I just started diet plan that recommended Simple Girl dressings.  I also ordered the other dressings that Simple Girl makes.  All good.
582546
I don't have Gina's first cookbook, but I just ordered it today after getting Fast & Slow for Christmas. I've been cooking from the Skinnytaste blog for about 3 months while doing a lifestyle adjustment to my eating habits. I love Skinnytaste - lots of good recipes on her site and this new cookbook looks great too. I have the yellow split pea soup in my crockpot right now and it smells good already! I love that her style is simple and healthy with mostly easy-to-find ingredients that don't blow the food budget. Everything I've made so far has been a hit in my household - even for those that don't need to watch their weight.
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I bought these for my purse so when I am away for the day I have a great tasting low calorie dressing with me. Most restaurants offer dressings that just have way too many calories. Since I am watching calories, I wanted one that tasted good and was very low calorie so that I wouldn't have to worry if I used the whole package. I love them! I highly recommend them!
3413089
I liked that she gave helpful hints without turning it into a long read. Also the added meal plan was nice, I can't wait to try!
2151986
I can agree with both the positive and negative reviews of this book.  Because so many sections are repetitive, I was able to read it from cover to cover while relaxing in the tub.  I haven't started the diet yet because I have to go grocery shopping first and frankly, as expensive as fresh fruit is, I'm not sure if I can afford it.  In a lot of ways it seems similar to the Atkins diet because there are practically no starches or sugars included.  When I got to the back of the book, I got excited because the soup and smoothie recipes sounded so good. And I was amazed at the long list of snacks for 100 or 150 calories.  It list name brand products, for example: Pepperidge Farms Goldish 40 = 100 calories. I doubt I can eat everything suggested to eat in one day.  My biggest concern is that I am going to be preparing two sets of meals - one for myself and one for my husband and son.  There is no way that they are going to settle for smoothies, soups and salads the majority of the time, even though it would be good for both of them. Like the other reviewers have said, you can find similar plans on the internet, but this gives you a day-by-day plan, every day for six weeks.  It removes the burden of having to "think" about what to eat and just gives you an exact plan.  So far, I am glad I bought it and am looking forward to getting started on it.
400481
I wasn't even obese, however, on the plan I lost 21 pounds without very little effort and no pain. I didn't follow the Doctors advice religioulsy and I didn't use my free days, didn't feel I needed to pig out. After one month I started to loose my taste for fatty foods. Now I look at old favorites, like pizza, and cringe. My Triglycerides went from 174 to 143(LDL is 74, HDL is 56), bp from 120/76 to 112/62. My skin and memory improved almost immediately. My attitude at work is far better and I'm generaly much happier. I am still loosing at 1/2 lbs a week. I don't find it difficult to limit fat. Make sure you suppliment your diet with calcium, multi-vitamines, vitamine-E and Omega-3. Exersize is important. You need to tone and cut the fat. When you plateu, and you will sometimes as your body adjusts to the new diet, focus on building muscle. I think the reason people don't suceed on the diet is that they either don't pay attention to calorie limits or don't change there hunting and gathering skills. You can't eat a sweet potato every night. First thing to do is replace all butters, oils and sugars. Butter: fat free Promise, Oil: squeezable fruit purie in the baking section, Sugar: Splenda. My secret weapons: oatmeal, sweet potatos, greatfruit, dried pitted dates. My husband has lost 25 lbs and he is just along for the ride (I do the cooking).
This diet has truly returned my quality of life. I thought I was just starting to age.
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I'm happy that I found out about this diet! I had never heard of it but when I read about it through comments on a site on Facebook I was intrigued. I did some more reading and ended up buying the book and getting on the program. I'm so thrilled with it! I'm losing weight and enjoying food like I haven't in a long time. I've been on many different diets and have lost weight with others. But I had put some of the weight back on and trying to lose weight like I had in the past just wasn't working. So I read about this Every-Other-Day Diet and decided to give it a try. I'm losing weight and eating better than I have in a long time. When I say eating better, I mean that I can eat whatever I want and not feel guilty! I was tired of every day, day in and day out, thinking about what I should be eating and feeling guilty that I wasn't following the plan I was supposed to be following. Now I can enjoy my food, any food, on the days I'm allowed and the other days I follow the 500 calorie restriction. Even on the 500 calorie days I'm having fun figuring out what I will eat and I'm eating new and delicious meals! It's really not that hard. Especially because I know the restriction is just for one day! I keep it simple in my mind and just concentrate on what I'm doing that day. And truthfully, I haven't been losing tons of weight, but that's OK. I'm losing weight and even if it's just 1 or 1.5 pounds a week, I'm happy with that! I only want to lose about 15-20 pounds. And I'm really learning to eat better and I'm enjoying my Feast Day immensely! I have a lot of knowledge because I have been dieting my whole life and have gone through many different programs. I can now use that knowledge and apply it to this diet and I'm loving it. I would recommend this diet to anyone who can stick with it and truthfully, don't go overboard on your Feast Day!
3087701
The recipes seem simple and use ingredient s that are easy to find.  I will have a good time trying to loss weight.
2697544
I have to say there was a lot of information in such a small package. I have been on your recommendations for about a week and already i can feel and see changes. My blood sugar dropped 30 points in just this one week. I didn't believe it, but every day little things are telling me I'm on the right track. I'm feeling good during the day, my skin is clearing up and my co workers are telling me i look more fresh. If this keeps up I'm going to have to call it a miracle.
916598
I gave this four stars because the recipes that are in the book aren't exactly in my budget, but I get good ideas from them and the food lists.

Anyway, I've been on this plan for almost 2 weeks. My doctor recommended it for me and it's been somewhat successful so far. The scale is always hard to read because I'm exercising and weight training now as well, but my clothes seem to fit a bit better.

At first, it seemed like all I wanted was what I couldn't have. The first 3 days, I would come home at night and feel myself craving popcorn, which is my comfort food. Instead, I'd snack on something I could have. Eventually, I found ways to distract myself from thinking about food and the cravings eventually backed off. I don't say they've gone away, but I can handle them better.

I'm approaching the next phase and I can't understand why everyone is so negative about this diet. Yes, it's a fad, yes, I'm sure that the fact Dr. Agaston isn't minding the money he's made, but this plan really does work. If you watch how you eat and when you start to add the carbs back in (ie, you don't have a sandwich everyday, etc.), then the weight loss will continue.

The book itself is easy for me to follow. Everything is fairly straightforward and concise. There is a definte sense of humanity behind the writing and you feel you can relate to the author and to the testimonies in the book.

Honestly, it's a great plan, but not for everybody. I always felt I would die if I had to give up popcorn, and I'll be glad to add it back again with phase 2, but I'm proud of myself and I thank Dr. Agaston for his work and I hope that I continue to improve my health and one day look and feel like I've always wanted.
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I am currently on my second round of hCG and it's the best diet plan I've ever done. It's more effective than anythign else I've ever tried and that all ties into the "clean eating" aspect of it. I have many, many friends taht swear by clean eating because they are fitness competitors or body builders, and they look amazing. I wanted to peek into that world a bit so I thought I'd check into this book for after the hCG round was over.

This book is basically clean eating in lamen's terms for the beginner. Even if you're starting from scratch and you've never adjusted your diet before, this will help you ever step of the way. It's always hit of miss with kindle books, I'm realizing, but this was definitely a win for me and I'm glad I stumbled across it. I'm hoping that I can continue to use this book as a guide and I continue to mold my new healthy way of living because clean eating has not only helped me to lose weight but I'm fending off illnesses that I couldn't fight off a year ago. It's a blessing to your body and so worth the research and extra care it takes.

 I received this item for a discount in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. As an online shopper, I rely heavily on the review of products before purchasing, even those that I receive at a discount, so I take a lot of pride in the reviews I write in order to inform others that are looking to purchase an item online. Please be assured that my opinions are my own and I am in no way affiliated with the seller.
366494
I decided to follow the Whole 30 plan as outlined in "It Starts With Food" book.  Very early on it became evident that I would be derailed by boredom if I didn't figure out some new stuff to eat.  So I opened Well-Fed.  Besides learning about my new eating style, there were some great recipes.  I have made the mayonaise, the salmon cakes and the Jamaican chicken stew.  All tasty, easy and didn't require exotic ingredients.  Its stuff that you can eat everyday and feel satisfied, and be healthier.  And that's the whole point, isn't it?
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Have lost 20 pounds in the first 4 weeks!  What's so amazing is that I lost cravings for sweets in just a few days.  Slept and 8 hour night within the first week (that had not happened in more than 23 years).  I am saving money too, I make my lunch and take it with me every day.  I know that my body is being nourished. This is not a "diet" for me.  This is a choice for a healthy life.  Bon Appetit!!
3316339
well its ok, Im 14 female and want to loose just a couple of pounds with some toning on the legs and arms i exersize regular  and stuff i don't even think Im eating the whole 2,000 caloriess that I should. but over all iits ok. :)
494029
Wow. What can I say here? This diet is easy, simple, inexpensive and smart. It's very easy to follow, and seems to work very well. I can't believe I didn't think of this before - it's so simple!! I've done Medifast for 9 months, HCG for 3 rounds, and pretty much anything else you can think of I have tried...but this little plan is genius! If you are a person who does not like hours grocery shopping and having to plan ahead and plan out meals then this plan will also work for you. With the selection of frozen entrees out there these days, and most with no chemicals in them, this plan makes staying on the diet so darn simple! I've found a butternut squash ravoli by Lean Cuisine that I just love! Anyway, this guy knows what he is talking about, he's been researching for years and years and this plan also allows me to enjoy as many veggies and salads as I want as well as fruit!
I really have to recommend this diet over Medifast and definitely over HCG. there's no hunger involved here if you do it right, and it feels more like a lifestyle choice than a diet.
541822
My New Year's resolution was to lose weight and get fit and this book is a big help.  i am a vegetable freak and I love salads but I also love dressing.  I never knew you can enjoy dressing that had few calories and your book made a believer out of me.  Who said you can't have your dressing and eat it too?  Ha!  Oh yes you can!  This book is well worth your time and investment.  It opened my eyes and will do the same for you.
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Cynthia's book is great.  I love this plan because it is easy to follow and it is very tasty.  I follow the vegan plan and I always feel satisfied and have lots of energy.  I'm amazed that I have to remind myself to eat because I don't feel hungry on this plan.

This plan is also good for people on a budget.  The recipes are simple but very tasty.