I just found you guys and I am on day 2 of Optifast. As a busy mom of 5 kids, I am finding this part the most challenging. They keep asking me for food and it is driving me crazy. I just told my oldest that he had lunch duty today and I am going upstairs while they eat. The dr said I just need to get through the first 3-4 days and it gets easier. Any suggestions?

Edited December 30, 201411 yr by GeoJen

It is true that the first few days are the hardest. I felt horrible and craved EVERYTHING for 3 days, after that the rest of the 2 weeks was a breeze. You can do it!

Hang in there and know you can do this!! It isn't easy and it takes every bit of self control you can muster. Welcome to the group!

@@GeoJen Hi, welcome! And just let me say there is nothing wrong with putting someone else on food duty during this time. I did! My husband was responsible for all the food for the kids and himself while I stayed in my room and guess what...they didn't starve and I didn't cheat! Boom! Done! Good luck!

I did the optifast program too, it's true after the first few days it gets MUCH easier then you won't worry so much about having food around you won't want it. Dont' cheat it's not worth it, you will do great!

I am now on day 6 and lost almost 5 pounds and am feeling g good. Thanks for all the support