The MakeMeThinner Support Forum

[Carbshateme]

Does everyone "add" stuff to the shakes and soups? I ask because I have been adding, only sugar free, calorie free, carb free stuff and I am wondering if it's OK or if I would have better results if I didn't play Julia Child with my supplements.

[sprgrammy]

To the chili I add a little salsa, chili powder and garlic powder. You might also try a little beef boullion....makes it a bit heartier tasting.

To the chicken soups I also add a little salsa or bits of chopped onion and a little chicken boullion. Some people add a bit of diced celery also.

I love spicy food so I always add salsa to the soups.
It is my understanding that you can add two tablespoons of salsa to your soup or chili. Someone correct me if I am wrong. The best salsa I have ever bought I got at Walmart. Sam's Choice medium salsa and only $1.50 for a good sized jar. yummy!!!
Hope I was of some help. Blessings, Carol

[fatBgone]

Hi,
I usually make my shakes with just water & ice. Sometimes I add some SF syrup to my vanilla shakes and I don't notice any difference when I do or don't - regarding losing weight or not losing weight.

I like to add cinnamon to my oatmeals and chili powder and/or salsa to my soups. I don't think the seasonings add any calories. The salsa adds a little extra calories, but I read up to 2 tbsp was safe - which is more than enough for one bowl of chili or minestrone soup.

I think playing "Julia Childs" is just fine - and a little fun too - as long as we don't go overboard - and if we're making our foods tastier, then there's a better chance that we'll keep eating them instead of getting tired or bored.

[kellymedi]

I love all my medifast products except the oatmeal ( I don't use it ) But I only add a T. of salsa to my chili, everything else is all natural and I love it! Of course I don't think it makes a big difference in my weight loss as I'm about the slowest loser I've read about.

[dlr2424]

Kellymedi....... .....you may not be the slowest loser ever...... ....I may be tied with you..... .....but that's okay.. ...as long as we cross the victory line and stay there... ..that's all that counts............ ..........

Donna....dlr2424