I started Dr. Siegal's cookie diet 31 days ago and have lost 21 pounds to date. This is the first time I have been successful with any weight loss program without feeling starved or exercising 2 hours each day, 5-6 days/week. I have PCOS and have been struggling with my weight for quite some time now. I was a little fatigued the first week but now I seem to have so much more energy. I actually believe I can do this now.
Susan, Towaco, NJ, United States, June 16 2010
DR. SIEGAL REPLIES: There's no question you can do it; you're well on your way. Great start, Susan!
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I have been on the Dr. Siegal Cookie Diet since 4/19/10 and I'm currently down 40 lbs as I weighed in this morning at 240 lbs. I am 50 lbs from reaching my overall goal of 190 lbs. What's great is that I don't feel "burned out". This is the first diet I have ever been on where I wasn't bored with it this far into it.
Benny, Onalaska, WI, United States, June 14 2010
DR. SIEGAL REPLIES: You're almost there, Benny. Now, don't make the mistake so many people make when they reach your stage of their diet: becoming complacent. I'm sure you look and feel much better after dropping 40 pounds, but don't use that as an excuse to "take a break." Keep going until you reach your goal and you'll be much more likely to keep it off long term.
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My wife and I have finally decided to try your famous diet. Just for us to decide on a diet and start it is very huge for us, we are very excited. I know this is your fan mail section but I had a few questions and I wasn't sure where to post it. I have read some responses that you posted to other customers, saying that exercise is a good way to maintain your new weight, but not good while dieting because it could cause your calorie intake to fall to low, did I understand that right? Also, if I wanted to do some sit ups everyday, and some bicep curls and bench presses every other day (nothing big) would that be to much of a exercise? and it would it counter act my diet? I weight about 265 and have so for several months now. We are taking our children to disney world in november and my goal weight is 200-210.
Joshua, Queen Creek, AZ, United States, June 04 2010
DR. SIEGAL REPLIES: You've taken the first step, Joshua, and that IS huge indeed! Moderate exercise during the weight-loss phase is great but too much can cause you to misjudge your true daily caloric intake. For weight maintenance, vigorous daily exercise is my preferred approach. Be sure to consult your doctor to make sure that you're a candidate for exercise. Let us know when you reach your goal and, of course, have a great time at Disney World.
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I wrote to you when, at day 50, I had lost 21 pounds. Day 100 just passed & I have lost 32 pounds. I won $300 in the "Biggest Loser" contest at work. I have been going through boxes of clothes I had stored after I gained 100 pounds in order to find clothes that fit and have donated my "fat" clothes to charity. I have 40 pounds to go and with your cookies, I should achieve that goal by Fall. It is possible to actually predict a goal-date (month) because the weight loss is predictable! I have had a hypoactive thyroid for 20 years and have been on medication. The dosage has not changed in 10 years. I went to my doctor's recently and she was so surprised at my rapid weight loss (even though it's a healthy rate), that she insisted on doing a thyroid function blood test. Even though the results were within nornal range, she decreased my dosage by a slight amount because rapid weight loss can be attributed to a hyperactive thyroid (or too high dosage of thyroid medication). I was dumbfounded. Needless to say, I have a new doctor. I know you address doctors in a chapter in your book, but I am a firm believer that we have to educate ourselves, if only to make sense of our doctors' advice and decisions. It's MY body, afterall. Thanks SO much for your dedication to weight loss and also the "losers".
Deb, Arvada, CO, United States, May 30 2010
DR. SIEGAL REPLIES: Deb, you are the ideal candidate for successful weight loss. Besides your enthusiasm, you have a wise approach to your relationship with your doctors. You obviously appreciate that they aren't always right and that it's your responsibility to ask questions if you don't understand their advice. Let us know when you reach your goal!
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Without a doubt, the easiest diet that I have ever been involved in. I lost 25 pounds in just under a month, going from 199 to 174 easily. The best part is that I am not hungry and I still enjoy the cookies. I am in sales so I spend most of my days in and out of my car, so it's very easy to bring a bag of cookies and some bottled water every day. Thanks Doc!!!
Tony, N. Babylon, NY, United States, May 28 2010
DR. SIEGAL REPLIES: You're welcome, Tony! Your enthusiasm will surely inspire others to succeed as have you.
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Well, after listening and reading all I could about this cookie diet, I finally bought my first box today. I am 5'5 and 220, and would like to lose at least 50 lbs. I take a lot of meds and I have problems with thyroid, but the testimonies have all been uplifting and encouraging. I will keep you posted.
Lucille, Bridgton, ME, United States, May 18 2010
DR. SIEGAL REPLIES: As you know, impaired thyroid function makes losing weight harder. However, if you see your doctor regularly and follow his advice, you can still reach a healthful weight. In my book, Is Your Thyroid Making You Fat?, there's a chapter intended for your doctor to read. Consider giving him a copy; it may help.
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i started Dr Siegal cookie diet on 9 May and i lost 8.8 pounds !!! yes and despite that i am hypothyroid.
Mino, Duabi, U.A.E., May 17 2010
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I have been on the Dr. Siegal Cookie Diet since 4/19/10 and I'm currently down 22 lbs. I am 8 lbs away from reaching my first benchmark - 30 lbs. I am 68 lbs from reaching my overall goal of 190 lbs.
Bennny, Onalaska, WI, United States, May 06 2010
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I started the Dr Siegal cookie diet on Jan.3 2010 to date I have lost 55lbs. I started at 210lbs my weight now is 155lbs.I went on a cruise on Feb.1 2010 and went off the diet. The only problem I have had with the diet is the fact that I have had to buy all new clothes.
David, Norfolk, VA, United States, April 27 2010
MATTHEW SIEGAL (CEO) REPLIES: I've been through that myself, David. I lost 47 pounds a number of years ago and had to replace my wardrobe. Small price to pay to be thin!
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I have been on the cookie diet now for a week and I have lost 8 pounds so far.The cookie diet is really working for me. And I like the ideas about what you can have for your dinner 500 to 700 calories every night. My goal is to lose about 50 pounds. So far so good.
Lenora, Salt Lake City, UT, United States, April 26 2010
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