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emma2004

Mon, Dec-06-04, 19:52

Hi,

I´m a bit confused with the SB food list. It says no fruits during phase I. Does lemon/lime count as fruit?

Are onions limited? Is Olive Oil unlimited or do I have to be counting (calories, fat o carbs)? How about tomatoes and balsamic vinegar? And fat-free cheese?

I ask because on one hand, the diet seems to say don´t worry about counting, but on the other, the sample menus look very restrictive.

Thanks
Emma

skippie

Tue, Dec-07-04, 06:42

SBD is upgrading their foods that are allowed. We used onions, and tomato's from the start. But keep in mind they are a little higher carb. As to lemons I use a small wedge in water each day (use the same on all day). Not sure if this helps you or not.
:wave:

Judynyc

Tue, Dec-07-04, 08:31

Proteins are unlimited. Olive oil is to be used as a condiment and while it is good for us, it is to be used in a limited way, it is not unlimited. LImit cheese intake as it constipates.

Use this link to find much South Beach info like How to Adapt Your Meal PLan
http://mizfrogspad.com look for the South Beach button. She has tons of new and updated inofrmation on this plan.

emma2004

Tue, Dec-07-04, 14:11

Thanks! I didn´t know cheese has that effect (I´m a cheese freak).
And now I know I have to keep it low with carbs, even if they come from veggies.

Thanks again!