Losing weight may be a challenge at first. If you are not losing weight and following the recommendations carefully in the plan, then there may be a specific reason that has not been properly diagnosed. One of the underlying keys to UltraMetabolism may be an issue such as thyroid, toxicity or inflammation and further tests as outlined in the book may be necessary.

Christina 

Sue: I was so glad to read your message. I am struggling as well and have been following the program 90% of the time since before Mother's day. I lost a few inches at first and 4 pounds but can't seem to get beyond that.   I have a thryoid condition so I am suspicious that could be my issue and will confirm in my August dr. apt. I have been racking my brain trying to figure out if I'm missing something - some ingredient that my body needs.  Am I eating enough? Am I getting the right carb protein balance? etc? etc?

 I am finding the Ultrasimple too restrictive to be on this long but haven't added foods back in because I still want to lose another 8 pounds.  Just know you are not alone and hopefully someone can give us some answers. Hang in there and I'll do the same until we find an answer - there has to be one out there.

I'm in the same boat.  I haven't been exercising as much as I should, so I HOPE that's my problem.  I have stuck to the program pretty faithfully.  I am hopeful that this week the scale will be nicer.  But I do feel better and have more energy, so I will stick with the program.  I just wish the promised weight loss would come along more quickly.   Hang in there.

Are you drinking all of the water every day?  First thing every day I measure 64 fluid ounces and put my water allotment into a "sun tea" glass jug.  Then, whenever I need water for shakes, brewing the green tea, the hot lemon water, or with meals, I get some out of the jug.  If there is any left by the end of the day, I make sure I drink it.  Yesterday, I drank even more than the 64 oz. and today I finally showed more weight loss on the scale.  I also find that I lose weight better when I sweat.  I was doing a lot of that even before starting on USD, but it didn't seem to make my weight go down very much.  I am also trying to remember to keep a polycarbonate glass of ice water on the edge of the tub when I am doing the UB.  I use glass for other times, but I don't want to take the chance of dropping a "glass" glass into the tub. 

I take a medication that causes me to gain weight so I am already fighting a losing battle I felt. I am on my 5th day and have lost weight, feel great and I noticed if I don't drink all the water then I feel bloated. I don't do the shakes and I don't drink the lemon juice. I felt those were considered optional. Can you put some vegetable broth in the rice to boost the flavor or mix up some of the foods that are allowed? I realize it is easy for me to say this because I haven't been on this as long as you have but hang in there and maybe you should try the ultrametabolism diet to get your metabolism burning to lose the weight?  Linda

This is general medical information only. For analysis, diagnosis and prescriptions, consult your doctor or other medical professional.

 I have worked for over 30 years helping people with weight issues and we know this can be incredibly challenging and frustrating too.

 I am wondering many things based on your post including your personal stats (age, weight, desired weight, weight history, eating pattern history, body fat%, medical history, etc.) which would help me guide you better.  Thus, I would encourage you to consider working with a nutritionist at home who can help you by evaluating your personal history including reasonable goal setting including not just weight but lifestyle patterns for health.   Or you can set up a phone consultation with one of our nutritionists at the UltraWellness Center  (413-637-9991) who can coach you some more if you desire.

One of my goals as a nutritionist is to help individuals transform their eating patterns and lifestyle and this includes appreciating what true nourishment for the body, soul and mind is... and this goes beyond the scale and tape measure. 

Appreciate at least one positive change you have made since you started and savor it today.

Kathie Swift MS RD

This is my 5th day and I have only lost about 4 pounds!  Doctors would not listen to me over the past 10 months when I was gaining 25 pounds because I'm not overweight in their eyes.  But I don't want to wait to become obese just to get their attention.  Before USD I wasn't consuming that many calories and for the first time in my life I was gaining weight without eating much.

So I turned to The UltraSimple Diet hoping for weight loss and improved health.  I feel better, but I still want this last 20 lbs. gone.

Usually, I drink about a gallon of spring water daily.  I am not a smoker or alcohol or soda drinker.  Never consume caffeine (in coffee or tea), don't care much for chocolate and enjoy exercising when I have the energy.

I DON'T GET IT!  IF THIS DIET DOESN'T WORK FOR ME, THEN WHAT WILL!

I'm so discouraged I don't know what to do! 

Inches!  I find measuring myself mildly annoying!  I don't think I lost inches on waist or hips this first week of UM, but I lost 3lbs. 

My chapettes (short chaps that go from foot to knee) and riding pants do up more easily.  The second chin that was  growing has gone.  I carry a lot of weight in upper arms and thighs but struggling to measure those areas is just annoying.  Maybe if/when I hit a weight plateau I'll do it but not now.

Best in health to everyone,

Carolyn59

Thanks for the Support, BUT. . . the 4 lbs. I lost (thought I lost) in 5 days came back the next day (my 6th day).  I quit the program since I haven't lost any weight and actually kept it off.

For several reasons, I need to lose a total of 25 lbs. and I spent/wasted so much money on this program buying the protein powder and all of the expensive supplements.

I AM SOOOOO DISAPPOINTED!!!!!!!!

I can relate to your frustration! I am also finishing up the third week of the Ultrametabolism plan. The first two weeks I lost one pound per week but now I have gained back one pound. The first week I followed Dr. Hyman's turbocharge plan published in the July 9th edition of "First" magazine for women. The five women that are featured in the article lost 5-20 lbs. in one week. I adhered to the plan 100% and only lost one pound! I do have an underactive thyroid and found the chapter in the book Ultrametabolism to be very helpful. Is there a chance that you might have an underactive thyroid?

Best wishes!

Has anyone looked into their lack of "weightloss" because of a fungal infection? I know the ONLY "diet" I lose any weight and inches is on an anti-fungal diet. Our horomones a lot of times when out of wack can wreak havoc on our bodies balances. My history includes antibiotics and NSAID's I have lupus with a low thyroid and very low kidney function. I tend to retain water. The only diet I can and will lose weight on is an anti-fungal diet by Doug Kaufmann. What does yeast do when it rises? Well same goes for what it does in our bodies. Most of the time you will need to take some anti-fungals along with the diet to kill off the fungus. In most cases fungus is a systemic problem. If you get his book, and take the test on how fungal you are....and address this problem you will be surprised on how quickly you will lose pounds and inches. It's more affordable then the USD. Here is the link to his web site. http://www.know-the-cause.com/

I hope this helps!