Weight Loss & Healthy Living For weight loss and healthy living discussions.


advertisement
Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 05-16-2015, 05:28 PM #1
EnglishDave's Avatar
EnglishDave EnglishDave is offline
Magnate
 
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Yorkshire, England
Posts: 2,098
8 yr Member
EnglishDave EnglishDave is offline
Magnate
EnglishDave's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Yorkshire, England
Posts: 2,098
8 yr Member
Cool Smirk Got To Do It

Well, in the past 2 1/2 years I have piled on over 50lbs due to the Mirtazapine making me mentally constantly hungry, and the Metoclopromide emptying my stomach rapidly, leaving me feeling - empty! ALL this weight is the dangerous 'stomach' weight.

So, falling and having my own body mass bust up my ribcage has made me determined to diet. Illness and disability prevent exercise, so it will all be down to will-power, much smaller portions and cutting the rubbish.

Wish me luck.

Dave.
__________________
You and I are yesterday's answers,
The earth of the past come to flesh,
Eroded by Time's rivers
To the shapes we now possess.

The Sage - Emerson, Lake & Palmer.
EnglishDave is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
"Thanks for this!" says:
bizi (05-18-2015), DejaVu (07-30-2015), Enna70 (05-16-2015), ger715 (05-18-2015), Kitty (05-17-2015), NurseNancy (01-22-2016), St George 2013 (05-16-2015), vintagewine (09-13-2015), Wiix (08-23-2015)

advertisement
Old 05-16-2015, 09:52 PM #2
St George 2013 St George 2013 is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Georgia
Posts: 905
10 yr Member
St George 2013 St George 2013 is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Georgia
Posts: 905
10 yr Member
Default I'll be pulling for you !

Good Luck in your diet journey ! And keep us posted on how it's going for you.

Debi from Georgia
St George 2013 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
"Thanks for this!" says:
bizi (05-18-2015), DejaVu (07-30-2015), EnglishDave (05-17-2015), ger715 (05-18-2015), Wiix (08-23-2015)
Old 05-16-2015, 09:59 PM #3
Enna70 Enna70 is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2015
Posts: 442
8 yr Member
Enna70 Enna70 is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2015
Posts: 442
8 yr Member
Default

Yeah, I feel for you...it's hard...I bought a sit up thingy which is suppose to take the stress off one's neck...I was doing fairly well...but then my excuses kicked in....
so give yourself some breaks and enjoy this new way of eating you plan on...and leave a little room for a sweet cheat here and there....keep us posted.
Enna70 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
"Thanks for this!" says:
bizi (05-18-2015), DejaVu (07-30-2015), EnglishDave (05-17-2015), ger715 (05-18-2015), Wiix (08-23-2015)
Old 05-16-2015, 11:28 PM #4
bluesfan bluesfan is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Jun 2014
Posts: 733
8 yr Member
bluesfan bluesfan is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Jun 2014
Posts: 733
8 yr Member
Default

Joining you in the battle Dave - GOOD LUCK! My 'enemies' are the 5 different types of steroids I take which make weight gain obstinately stick around - hopefully getting rid of two of them in the next few months will help. Add to that a torn knee cartilage, osteoarthritis, PN and autoimmune fatigue.

Were you able to do any stretch exercises while sitting or lying down (before your rib injury that is) or does that cause too much pain? I do a few which help the osteo (and TMJ) - they mainly help to stop my body stiffening up and keep my joints flexible.

I know also you use meditation frequently and along similar lines I've known disabled people who've received benefit from doing Tai Chi in their heads. They're unable to do the physical moves but by working through the routine in their minds and doing the breathing associated with Tai Chi they've had measurable physiological improvement in respiratory, cardiac and circulatory aspects. Like meditation, Tai Chi takes a while to learn the techniques, but it can be worth it.

All the best with your diet plans - please share with us if you come up with any tasty slimming recipes - particularly for spinach - it's the only thing surviving in my garden since the frosts arrived and is rapidly losing it's appeal!
bluesfan is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
"Thanks for this!" says:
bizi (05-18-2015), DejaVu (07-30-2015), EnglishDave (05-17-2015), Enna70 (05-17-2015), Wiix (08-23-2015)
Old 05-17-2015, 03:28 AM #5
kiwi33's Avatar
kiwi33 kiwi33 is offline
Grand Magnate
 
Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Sydney, Australia.
Posts: 3,093
8 yr Member
kiwi33 kiwi33 is offline
Grand Magnate
kiwi33's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Sydney, Australia.
Posts: 3,093
8 yr Member
Default

Dave, you have my good luck wishes.

I reckon that you won't need them, because from what you have shared here I think that you are a strong and self-aware man.

All the best.
__________________
Knowledge is power.
kiwi33 is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
"Thanks for this!" says:
bizi (05-18-2015), DejaVu (07-30-2015), EnglishDave (05-17-2015), Enna70 (05-17-2015), ger715 (05-18-2015), Wiix (08-23-2015)
Old 05-17-2015, 07:40 AM #6
EnglishDave's Avatar
EnglishDave EnglishDave is offline
Magnate
 
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Yorkshire, England
Posts: 2,098
8 yr Member
EnglishDave EnglishDave is offline
Magnate
EnglishDave's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Yorkshire, England
Posts: 2,098
8 yr Member
Cool Smirk

Thank you all for your support.

Enna70, I have 1"x1/2" rounds of Greek Baklava I am allowing myself one of each week as a reward.

Bluesfan, compressed spinal cord and spinal injuries top and bottom, with arthritis and the neuro and heart problems, means no exercise. If my heartrate elevates too much I become Brady Hypotensive. The mental Tai Chi sounds interesting, I will look into that.

Kiwi, when boredom in front of the tv strikes, the Will can be weak. It's a 'doing something with your hands' thing since I gave up smoking.

I will keep my progress logged here fortnightly.

Dave.
__________________
You and I are yesterday's answers,
The earth of the past come to flesh,
Eroded by Time's rivers
To the shapes we now possess.

The Sage - Emerson, Lake & Palmer.
EnglishDave is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
"Thanks for this!" says:
bizi (05-18-2015), bluesfan (05-17-2015), DejaVu (07-30-2015), Enna70 (05-17-2015), ger715 (05-18-2015), NurseNancy (01-22-2016), vintagewine (09-13-2015), Wiix (08-23-2015)
Old 05-18-2015, 09:22 PM #7
bizi's Avatar
bizi bizi is offline
Wisest Elder Ever
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: cajun country, lafayette Louisiana
Posts: 24,238
15 yr Member
bizi bizi is offline
Wisest Elder Ever
bizi's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: cajun country, lafayette Louisiana
Posts: 24,238
15 yr Member
Smile

hi dave, good luck in your journey.
I cheer you on your weigh to better health!
bizi
__________________

.
Hattie the black and white one wrestling with hazel, calico. lost hattie to cancer.....
Happiness is a decision....

150mg of lamictal 2x a day
haldol 5mg 2x a day
1mg of cogentin 2x a day
klonipin , 1mg at night


I will not give up in this weight loss journey, nor this need to be AF. 3-19-13=156, 6-7-13=139, 8-19-13=149, 11-12-13=140, 6-28-14=157, 7-24-14=149, 9-24-14=144, 1-12-15=164, 2-28-15=149, 4-21-15=143, 6-26-15=138.5, 7-22-15=146, 8-24-15=151, 9-15-15=145, 11-1-15=137, 11-29-15=143, 1-4-16=152, 1-26-16=144, 2-24-16=150, 8-15-16=163, 1-4-17=169, 9-20-17=174, 11-17-17=185.6, 3-22-18=167.9, 8-31-18= 176.3, 3-6-19=190.8 5-30-20=176, 1-4-21=202, 10-4-21= 200.8,12-10-21=186, 3-26-22=180.3, 7-30-22=188, 10-15-22=180.9,

Last edited by Jomar; 05-18-2015 at 11:03 PM. Reason: removed tinyurl
bizi is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
"Thanks for this!" says:
DejaVu (07-30-2015), EnglishDave (05-19-2015), Wiix (08-23-2015)
Old 05-19-2015, 06:26 AM #8
EnglishDave's Avatar
EnglishDave EnglishDave is offline
Magnate
 
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Yorkshire, England
Posts: 2,098
8 yr Member
EnglishDave EnglishDave is offline
Magnate
EnglishDave's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Yorkshire, England
Posts: 2,098
8 yr Member
Cool Smirk

Thanks Bizi,

I follow your journey, too.

3 days in and I'm hungry. I have cut quantities and calories (not needed) roughly in half. Large lunchtime sandwiches have been replaced by vegetable soups. Getting psychologically used to smaller plates.

Of course, it is a balancing act with natural nutrition, so steamed vegetable sides have increased - and will continue to do so.

A few English strawberries, ungarnished, are enough to sate the sweet tooth. Although I have a 12 inch diameter custard Brioche in, waiting for the family's return. It is calling to me like a Siren, but I will be strong.

I just have to fight the Metoprolol.

Dave.
__________________
You and I are yesterday's answers,
The earth of the past come to flesh,
Eroded by Time's rivers
To the shapes we now possess.

The Sage - Emerson, Lake & Palmer.
EnglishDave is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
"Thanks for this!" says:
bizi (05-20-2015), bluesfan (05-19-2015), DejaVu (07-30-2015), NurseNancy (01-22-2016), vintagewine (09-13-2015), Wiix (08-23-2015)
Old 05-19-2015, 02:59 PM #9
bluesfan bluesfan is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Jun 2014
Posts: 733
8 yr Member
bluesfan bluesfan is offline
Member
 
Join Date: Jun 2014
Posts: 733
8 yr Member
Default

Stay strong Dave - ignore the call of the Siren.
Do you have a food processor or blender? - once read an article that 'creamier' (as in smoother not loaded with cream) types of soups can make you feel fuller for longer. It's to do with the body being able to absorb more nutrients from blended food than chunky food which tends to pass through the digestive system faster.
bluesfan is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
"Thanks for this!" says:
bizi (05-20-2015), DejaVu (07-30-2015), EnglishDave (05-19-2015), vintagewine (09-13-2015), Wiix (08-23-2015)
Old 05-19-2015, 07:11 PM #10
EnglishDave's Avatar
EnglishDave EnglishDave is offline
Magnate
 
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Yorkshire, England
Posts: 2,098
8 yr Member
EnglishDave EnglishDave is offline
Magnate
EnglishDave's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2014
Location: Yorkshire, England
Posts: 2,098
8 yr Member
Cool Smirk

Hi bluesfan,

We have a blender, I am buying everything new after dear daughter emptied the kitchen to set up her home. Am currently eating fresh/frozen home made tomato and mushroom soups from the freezer. The Ex cooks in bulk.

How are you getting on? I have this for your spinach:

http://www.yourlifechoices.com.au/ne...a-filo-parcels

Spanakopira was a childhood favourite in Cyprus, and the Feta is a lower cal option than most cheeses. Sorry to say I have to buy mine in ready made now.

I have actually started keeping a Food/Calorie Log these past two days, and with a new set of scales tomorrow (no thanks, daughter) I will have an accurate Calorie intake.

Dave.
__________________
You and I are yesterday's answers,
The earth of the past come to flesh,
Eroded by Time's rivers
To the shapes we now possess.

The Sage - Emerson, Lake & Palmer.
EnglishDave is offline   Reply With QuoteReply With Quote
"Thanks for this!" says:
bizi (05-20-2015), bluesfan (05-25-2015), DejaVu (07-30-2015), vintagewine (09-13-2015), Wiix (08-23-2015)
Reply

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:48 AM.

Powered by vBulletin • Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.

vBulletin Optimisation provided by vB Optimise v2.7.1 (Lite) - vBulletin Mods & Addons Copyright © 2024 DragonByte Technologies Ltd.
 

NeuroTalk Forums

Helping support those with neurological and related conditions.

 

The material on this site is for informational purposes only,
and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment
provided by a qualified health care provider.


Always consult your doctor before trying anything you read here.