Cream

[matt99]

Hello there!

I've been on induction for three weeks now as I'm trying to keep it up as long as possible, and I have a cream-based question. Apparently it is only allowed in small quantities during the induction period, yet when I look at the nutritional info on the cream cartons, there is very little carbohydrate in it, about 7-8 grams for the whole pot.

I know that for some people cream can slow down the process, but is that absolutely the case? Because I've found that cream really is a life saver in terms of getting a sweet fix, and I would hate to have to be stingy with it!

Please let me know if cream in large quantities is an ABSOLUTE no no, or if as long as I stay within my 20 grams of carbs a day allowance overall I'll be fine. I'm dreading the response!

[ValidRouge]

Re: Cream

Hi, Matt! According to the book, we are limited to 2-3 tablespoons of cream per day.

[matt99]

Re: Cream

Thanks for replying! Even if it is disappointing news... : )

[AllieRichie]

Re: Cream

I don't know about the cream, sorry. I do know where you are coming from though when you say it's part of a sweet fix!!! I have overeaten/overdranken it before and noticed no change on my scale the next day (in induction phase), so maybe cream & weight loss are in correlation to one another.

[LuckyD]

Re: Cream

Matt maybe you should go onto OWL. The sooner you start doing the rungs the sooner you can get more variety into your diet. I am a true believer that just as much weight if not more comes off during OWL. Induction is just a kick start. Rung 1 is just adding more veggies. Rung 2 will allow you dairy and you can get more creative with dealing with your sweet tooth.

[Scooterjam]

Re: Cream

I concur, move onto OWL, you're still going to loose weight, you are only adding increments of 5 carbs, but once your move through the veggies, you can move to rung 2 with is dairy, more cream, sour cream, yogurt, cheese....but remember, same rules apply....moderation.

[sallyseachange]

Re: Cream

Yes...definitely OWL if you feel deprived at all.

[matt99]

Re: Cream

Thanks for the advice everybody! I will step down from the dreaded induction at the end of the week ; )

[Scooterjam]

Re: Cream

Good for you Matt. You won't regret it, I believe I lost the majority of my 70 pounds on OWL. Good luck!