[kiwi33]

OhKay, that is a great goal.

You might find the information in this reputable source helpful on your journey.

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All the best.

[Dmom3005]

I am watching this thread. Just to see if I can figure it out too.

Donna

[OhKay]

Originally Posted by kiwi33

OhKay, that is a great goal.

You might find the information in this reputable source helpful on your journey.

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All the best.

For the first two weeks, I'll definitely be reducing my caloric intake substantially just by eliminating the garbage I'm eating now- not even considering the restrictions. The first stage is geared towards reducing the body's cravings for "bad carbs," and when more "good carbs" are reintroduced after those two weeks, the diet becomes more conventional. The ultimate goal of the diet once you reach your weight loss goal is a change of lifestyle.

Exercise is difficult for me because I'm disabled. There is no way I can burn the calories recommended by any guidelines. I do get on a recumbent exercise bike for 30 minutes at least 5 x week, but it's slow going. Honestly, I've been lax this week since my husband's been on vacation.

I do have concerns about how the reduction in calories and carb intake may influence how my meds effect me. My main concern is sedation. I'm going to have to pay close attention to this issue, and may have to modify phase 1, or skip it altogether if necessary.

[OhKay]

Thank you for your support Kiwi

Kitty,
I hadn't even thought of lettuce wraps! That is an excellent idea!
I'll buy some butter lettuce next week. I only have romaine now.
I always liked to look at restaurant menus beforehand on the rare occasion I would go out. I guess I have more of a reason to now.
I hope you had a nice time out, and your grilled chicken salad turned out to be a good choice

Bizi,
It was a one night set back, but I know that at some times it may be harder for you to diet when it comes to drinking
You've done a good job in the past staying AF during the week though. Maybe that, and switching to lighter beers and cocktails on the weekends if you do decide to drink might help?
You make healthy food choices, and by continuing to do that, you can lose weight. Hang in there



I went to the supermarket and wasn't feeling the roast beef, so I bought roast chicken at the deli instead. When I got home I decided to put it on my salad. The cats smelled it and wanted some, but when I put it on the floor, they turned their noses up at it. I should have paid attention to my "quality control team" because when I took a bite I realized it was bad. So I wasted $7 and am left with turkey bacon twice a day again.

I'm only using 40/75 of my allowed calories for "sweet treats" a day. I'm a big fan of chocolate milk, so I decided to buy to sugar free chocolate syrup (5 calories/tbsp) yesterday… YUCK!!! More money down the drain. I'll stick to my one fudge pop a day, thank you very much.

I bought a strip steak and a pork tenderloin at the butcher shop while I was out. My husband said he would do the diet with me, but so far I've been having veggies for dinner I love but he won't eat, so I've been making him other things. I bought a huge bag of green beans, and have a lot of salad stuff, so I'll see if he passes on the potatoes and rice for a couple of meals

I haven't been on the exercise bike in about 2 weeks. I'm very disappointed in myself, but I can't tolerate the heat in the bedroom where it is (no AC in there). It's been very hot outside, and very hot in that room. It's been in the low to mid 90s. I need to get motivated to do it earlier in the morning when it may be cool enough.

[bizi]

good morning kay.
Do you have a fan? that would help to ge t the air moving in your bike room...just a thought.
You will get back on that horse!
((((HUGS))))
bizi

[OhKay]

We keep the fan on in the bedroom 24/7. It's very powerful, but doesn't rotate, and stays pointed at the bed. I will have to move it to change its direction. It's very heavy, but I will try.

I weighed 163 lb this morning. I can't remember the last time I went to the BR though… maybe a week? It's an ongoing issue. I wonder how much weight I would lose if I wasn't chronically constipated.

I made a strip steak and green beans last night. My husband skipped the potatoes and rice I think it was the first time I felt really deprived because the steak was soooo good, but I managed to stick to what I estimated to be my 3 oz portion size.

I'm going to do my food shopping Tuesday. I need to sit down and really work hard on my list. I need to be more creative, especially when it comes to getting my protein at lunch time, but I'm not willing to spend a mint just because I'm dieting.

[bizi]

What do they say, the size of your palm?
like a quarter pound hamburger that is 4 oz is really only 3 ounces when cooked.
good luck with your shopping list.
bizi

[OhKay]

Thanks Bizi

I haven't read any suggestions in the diet guidelines for how to measure the portion size for the protein, but I have been using the about the "size of your palm" rule for the 3oz for lunch and dinner, a little less for the 2oz suggestion for breakfast. I have a little leeway because the diet allows for more protein if you are still hungry after the 2/3 oz portions. I can approximate the sizes for veggies better because they're measured in cups.

I always planned out our meals and shopped accordingly. There's no reason why I shouldn't be doing that now that I'm on a diet. I have a much better idea of what I will be eating and how much now. I started a list, it's shaping up well, but still needs a little work. In addition to my famous turkey bacon, I'm going to buy canadian bacon and more chicken breasts.
I have to make sure that I plan for my husband's meals because he won't be eating everything I am every time. I did make a big batch of marinara sauce this week and froze two portions. He doesn't mind eating pasta twice a week. Mainly I'll be making a protein for dinner and I'll be having veggies or salad on the side. I want to make sure he has potatoes/rice/noodles to eat on the side if he's not on board some of those nights.

[OhKay]

I gained back a pound, but am still having the same BR problems.

I searched online to find info about people plateauing on stage 1 of the South Beach Diet and found a forum and they say:

1. You are not plateauing unless your weight loss is stalled for at least 4 weeks
2. Not to weigh yourself everyday because losing a pound a day, etc is not realistic
3. People can lose a lot of weight initially in phase 1, but people with less weight to lose will lose less, and it will take longer to lose it
4. It's not uncommon for women to lose, gain back, and lose weight again during the initial stages of the diet because of water weight
5. They recommend "shaking up" what you are eating, and
6. They recommend eliminating some of the higher calorie foods such as nuts in your diet (I eat a portion as a snack once a day)

It was helpful information.

[OhKay]

I did some more reading on the those forums, and a few people suggested having a "cheat day" to get the weight loss going again. After 2 weeks without any sugar or bread, that was all the excuse I needed to be bad…

I caved easily and ordered a pizza! My husband had pepperoni and sausage on his half, I had my half with no cheese (I don't eat it) and mushrooms and green peppers. I ate my whole half, and enjoyed every bite! Then I ate a chocolate pop tart! Real chocolate with real sugar! I figured if I was going to be bad, I may as well be really bad

I do not feel guilty. I'm not weighing myself today. I will give it a couple of days to see if things even out. I planned on extending phase 1. I had already lost 7 lbs, but after binging it will be like starting over.

It's back to the strict diet this morning. I made a salad yesterday, and cooked up a batch of turkey bacon. I defrosted a pork tenderloin that we will be having for dinner tonight. I'll likely be having broccoli with it, but there is leftover rice pilaf in the fridge for my husband.