So I counted, minus the 2 weeks (mid to end of Nov) I have been on ideal protien now for 96 days as of today. I have stopped doing the clinic one and have moved to doing it online due my health being compromised by the dr. office (it was a share facility and I would get sick everytime I went). I like doing it online, I use 3 chicks to get support anyways. The nurse would do measurements but my other half does them for me and I also have a friend who was my personal trainer to do the measurements for me. So this works out much more better for my health.
So a little over 3 months on the program, still eating the same foods, and losing weight and inches. With working it is a bit more of a struggle, but I am thankful for a great salad bar at work for the days I am too lazy to bring my own. Although I do have to have a back up of dressing in my office as I can't have anything that they provide but that is ok.
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Been a while...I need to get back to this...
This is my saving grace. I need to do it. Also a way to vent. I gained a couple pounds, but this is the first time (time of the month also, coupled with the fact that my legs are soooo swollen with water) that I have even when it was that time of the month. I have continued to lose inches and until this week weight.
Back on track starting today with the blog. I did have to take off for a couple weeks when I was in the hospital, but I did eat healthy while there just didn't get to have my protien packets. Despite the going off for two weeks, I did lose inches and weight. But glad to be back on track.
Back on track starting today with the blog. I did have to take off for a couple weeks when I was in the hospital, but I did eat healthy while there just didn't get to have my protien packets. Despite the going off for two weeks, I did lose inches and weight. But glad to be back on track.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Not even sure how many days now...
It has been a while. I was going to have a planned cheat and eat an artichoke but didn't do it. I have been losing steadily even with the addition of the bars (so I can make it through work with all the meetings).
My friend went on the maintanence plan...so jealous of her but she didn't have as far to go as I did. I will get there one day soon.
Wish there were more flavors...haha.
My friend went on the maintanence plan...so jealous of her but she didn't have as far to go as I did. I will get there one day soon.
Wish there were more flavors...haha.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Just a quickie
I have been moving...yes a drawn out long move. I just got my computer and my boxes in my office, boy I hate moves. I have lost inches and lbs, the most inches since I have started was last Friday!
I just wanted to post a hi and I am still here, was just busy moving, being sick and all that good stuff. I should be back on track this weekend if not Monday.
I just wanted to post a hi and I am still here, was just busy moving, being sick and all that good stuff. I should be back on track this weekend if not Monday.
Friday, October 23, 2009
Day 42 - 10-23-09
My how time flies! It has been 42 days on IP, it has been hard but worth it. With the move almost done stress should go down massively in my life and that will help a lot too.
I just thought I would post that I will be back in full swing once a)my computer is up and running and b) I have internet!
Until later...
I just thought I would post that I will be back in full swing once a)my computer is up and running and b) I have internet!
Until later...
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Day 40 - 10/21/09
The move is moving a little faster than it was at turtle's pace. I had a busy busy day today but I managed to stay on track. I have decided that the restricted bars are needed to get me through those really busy times. They might be higher in carbs than the normal foods but they are easy to grab and go and I need that type of easy peasy thing other wise it becomes to hard and I don't want to do it and thus far I am doing good.
Ok I am off to bury myself in the boxes and toss things out from long ago. Purging is great!
Ok I am off to bury myself in the boxes and toss things out from long ago. Purging is great!
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Day 39 - 10/20/09
I know...seems like I feel off the grid huh? Well I didn't nor did I fall off the wagon. I got sick again on Thursday, fevers, chills etc. I went to the dr. today and got antibiotics for an infection.
With the move and being sick it just sucks. The move is going slow, my idea of purging/packing is not the same as the other halfs. Why do men feel they can just box it up and deal with it later...YOU CAN'T! Pay now or pay double later.
Anyways just thought I would catch up. I know I lost inches as a pair of pants less than 6 months old and freshly shrunk by the other half (hah) were falling off me.
With the move and being sick it just sucks. The move is going slow, my idea of purging/packing is not the same as the other halfs. Why do men feel they can just box it up and deal with it later...YOU CAN'T! Pay now or pay double later.
Anyways just thought I would catch up. I know I lost inches as a pair of pants less than 6 months old and freshly shrunk by the other half (hah) were falling off me.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Day 34 - 10/15/09
Ah the stress of moving. I feel like I have gained weight, yet clothes are visibly very loose, to the point where I bought some new under garments!
I am still moving, I have given the other half a deadline of next Thursday, with Friday large furniture to be done. I can't keep doing this little bits at a time, although he was painting today for me.
Ok I just wanted to give an update. It has been a struggle and I also got sick...again. I was running a fever. I also found out someone I know has the swine flu, thank goodness I haven't seen them in a long time! I am tired, stressed and ready for the move to be over with!
It will be a lot easier for me to not struggle when I am not constantly in the car or at the new place (or buried in a purge box!).
I am still moving, I have given the other half a deadline of next Thursday, with Friday large furniture to be done. I can't keep doing this little bits at a time, although he was painting today for me.
Ok I just wanted to give an update. It has been a struggle and I also got sick...again. I was running a fever. I also found out someone I know has the swine flu, thank goodness I haven't seen them in a long time! I am tired, stressed and ready for the move to be over with!
It will be a lot easier for me to not struggle when I am not constantly in the car or at the new place (or buried in a purge box!).
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Day 32 - 10/13/09
Today was more of a struggle to eat. With the move (packing, purging, moving and unpacking!!) I have zero desire to eat. It is a really stressful time for us as I want to purge and not just shove things in a box and the other half wants to shove things in a box and move. Now we did this before with some things and let me tell you those boxes from 4 years ago caught up to us, and 8 years ago and 14 years ago! Sheesh I just want to get rid of them already.
Ok back to more packing, purging and struggling to stay on target during this stressful time.
Ok back to more packing, purging and struggling to stay on target during this stressful time.
Monday, October 12, 2009
Day 31 - 10/12/09
I am tired and beat. I am finding it hard to stick with the salad at lunch but I am determined to do it. Moving and packing just gets the best of me and the lunch gets the worst of me!
I just can't wait until we are done and I can be a little more stress free! I do wish the weight was falling off faster, but I am cool with the results so far.
Ok dinner time then time to pack some more!
I just can't wait until we are done and I can be a little more stress free! I do wish the weight was falling off faster, but I am cool with the results so far.
Ok dinner time then time to pack some more!
Day 30 - 10/11/09
And another day of purging packing. I am sure I am burning calories watching the darling other half slave over stuff! Nah I am helping too but not bending up and down, restricted to chair and if I move he chases me down!
I can't wait to be packed and moved out and into the new place, now if it could only unpack itself!
With the move I am having to remind myself more to eat, it is so easy to get lost in the daily hustle and bustle but I am doing it.
Eye on the prize....
I can't wait to be packed and moved out and into the new place, now if it could only unpack itself!
With the move I am having to remind myself more to eat, it is so easy to get lost in the daily hustle and bustle but I am doing it.
Eye on the prize....
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Day 29 - 10/10/09
We are in the process of packing up to move near work for us and school for the kids. It has been a very tiring process. Not to mention my back is out so my darling other half is having to take the brunt of the work and pack and move us!
We have stress with family also, but it isn't hindering my loss maybe slowing it down a bit.
I hear boxes calling!!
Until later...
We have stress with family also, but it isn't hindering my loss maybe slowing it down a bit.
I hear boxes calling!!
Until later...
Friday, October 9, 2009
Day 28 - 10/09/09
I made it! Now if I only lost it is the question! The last two weeks have been hell...sick last week and this week a little, plus the stress of everyday life. I did however manage to (won't see results for a few weeks) fix a huge chunk of where the stress comes from! We are moving back to where we use to live and closer to work...5 minutes from work! I am excited yet I dread it...moving, scratch that, packing and unpacking sucks!
I have stayed on target, but have been having minimum requirements of salad and veggies. I tried to have an omlet but wasn't impressed with it (no cheese!), plus eggs get me very sick. I also tried the fish, but haven't tried the one I could stomach again.
This move will be good for the whole family, 5 minutes from work, near school and near our friends! Oh how we needed to just finally do it.
I posted my lost results! I am so thrilled. It could be better and will be after this move! (less stress) I also have to recognize that I was swollen in my legs, had pants on and back was hurting insanely. So that all being said I am proud of myself!
Until later...
I have stayed on target, but have been having minimum requirements of salad and veggies. I tried to have an omlet but wasn't impressed with it (no cheese!), plus eggs get me very sick. I also tried the fish, but haven't tried the one I could stomach again.
This move will be good for the whole family, 5 minutes from work, near school and near our friends! Oh how we needed to just finally do it.
I posted my lost results! I am so thrilled. It could be better and will be after this move! (less stress) I also have to recognize that I was swollen in my legs, had pants on and back was hurting insanely. So that all being said I am proud of myself!
Until later...
Week 4 measure and weigh in day!!!!
Well today is the day! I feel really horrible though, my back is acting up which means for the last two days I have been in excruitiating pain and barely able to walk. I will post results of this week later!
Well I didn't weigh in because I am so swollen on my legs, but they did measure. At week 3 I was down 26.2 lbs, I know it is more will weigh once my back stops making my legs swell due to pain.
So for week for measurements...
Weeks on IP
4 weeks - today
Weight lost
Lbs lost: ?? (total lost so far 26.2lbs as of week 3)
Inches lost (note this is with my pants on and legs swollen)
Chest: down 1/4"
Waist: down 1"
Hip: down 3/4"
Arm: down 1"
Thigh: down 3/4"
Total Inches Lost
7 3/4"
I would say that is a huge accomplishment! I think I am over the 30lb mark too and it has only been 4 weeks!
Well I didn't weigh in because I am so swollen on my legs, but they did measure. At week 3 I was down 26.2 lbs, I know it is more will weigh once my back stops making my legs swell due to pain.
So for week for measurements...
Weeks on IP
4 weeks - today
Weight lost
Lbs lost: ?? (total lost so far 26.2lbs as of week 3)
Inches lost (note this is with my pants on and legs swollen)
Chest: down 1/4"
Waist: down 1"
Hip: down 3/4"
Arm: down 1"
Thigh: down 3/4"
Total Inches Lost
7 3/4"
I would say that is a huge accomplishment! I think I am over the 30lb mark too and it has only been 4 weeks!
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Day 25 - 10/06/09
What a long day it was. Tomorrow is much of the same. I had to bring extra shakers, packets and bottles of water.
Does the chaos ever end?
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So I forgot to talk about what I did last night. It is almost day 26! Well I cooked fish...tried two types cod and tilapia. I almost puked on the tilapia...it tasted like dirt. I was like oh hell no (hence the cod!). I baked them in lemon juice and a little pepper. I cooked them both per instructions but the cod I had to cook double the time as it didn't look so done the first time (like I know what done is on fish). I really doubt I will eat fish too often, I am a veg'n and now having to add other sources of protien in my diet because of the meal plan, BUT I rather loose the weight now than keep it.
Until later...
Does the chaos ever end?
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So I forgot to talk about what I did last night. It is almost day 26! Well I cooked fish...tried two types cod and tilapia. I almost puked on the tilapia...it tasted like dirt. I was like oh hell no (hence the cod!). I baked them in lemon juice and a little pepper. I cooked them both per instructions but the cod I had to cook double the time as it didn't look so done the first time (like I know what done is on fish). I really doubt I will eat fish too often, I am a veg'n and now having to add other sources of protien in my diet because of the meal plan, BUT I rather loose the weight now than keep it.
Until later...
Monday, October 5, 2009
Day 24 - 10/5/09
If you are wondering where the missing days are...well I was sick, house hunting and purging stuff over the weekend so I didn't get to them. It was a hetic weekend. I was being reminded by everyone did you eat what you were suppose too...I wanted to hurt someone! I was so tired of everything this weekend plus being sick just doesn't help but if I don't do it no one else can.
I am down a little over 25 lbs in 3 weeks...moving onto week 4 here pretty soon. I hope being sick didn't affect me adversely. I only see more sick days ahead (darn school age kids!).
I am down a little over 25 lbs in 3 weeks...moving onto week 4 here pretty soon. I hope being sick didn't affect me adversely. I only see more sick days ahead (darn school age kids!).
Friday, October 2, 2009
Day 21 - 10/02/09
Wow I made it to week 3 with 26.2 lbs total lost. I can't wait until next week to know my measurements. The coach at the Doctor's office only does them on Friday's so I can't even go in on Monday to find out. But I will take the lbs lost as a win!
I just hope all the stress in my life doesn't cause more weight gain. Even though I have been sick I have stuck to the diet, it has been hard as I don't eat when I am sick and to eat makes me feel icky but I did it. I was told either you eat or I force it upon you by the other half.
I just hope all the stress in my life doesn't cause more weight gain. Even though I have been sick I have stuck to the diet, it has been hard as I don't eat when I am sick and to eat makes me feel icky but I did it. I was told either you eat or I force it upon you by the other half.
Week 3 measure and weigh in day!!!!
I am not going due to being sick. I did weigh in at home which is not the same scale as I am using but they are only .4 off when I do weigh and it showed a loss of 4.6lbs (total of 26.2 lbs). I do not know the measurements though.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Day 20 - 10/01/09
I woke up late today, trying to rest up. I have to go see what I want to eat, still no appetite.
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I haven't been well this week so slow to respond with everything going on in real life. I have decided not to list out my foods as it really doesn't matter to anyone but me. What matters is my feelings and how I am doing. I am still journaling my food just not on here.
Tomorrow is my weigh and measure but I am skipping because I am still sick and do not want to get sicker. I know for a fact the Dr.'s office is where I got sick.
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I haven't been well this week so slow to respond with everything going on in real life. I have decided not to list out my foods as it really doesn't matter to anyone but me. What matters is my feelings and how I am doing. I am still journaling my food just not on here.
Tomorrow is my weigh and measure but I am skipping because I am still sick and do not want to get sicker. I know for a fact the Dr.'s office is where I got sick.
Day 19 - 9/30/09
I feel like I am getting better but still have the sinus infection and with all the stress I fear I will gain rather than loose.
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Breakfast
I had pina colada and toast for desert.
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Lunch
I had butterscotch pudding, salad and toast.
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Dinner
I had toast, salad, veggies and lemon pudding.
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Dessert
I had jello for dessert.
Until later...
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Breakfast
I had pina colada and toast for desert.
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Lunch
I had butterscotch pudding, salad and toast.
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Dinner
I had toast, salad, veggies and lemon pudding.
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Dessert
I had jello for dessert.
Until later...
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Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Day 18 - 9/29/09
I am trying to rest. I am really dehydrated, despite getting fluids. A death in the family happened today for my other half. I feel for him but didn't know him myself.
I am exhausted with all the things going on with my oldest child.
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Breakfast
I had mushroom soup with toast. (getting low and I don't think I have enough to get me to Friday!)
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Lunch
I had raspberry jello, salad and toast.
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Dinner
I tired to eat some fish, but while sick I just don't have the appetite. I had toast, salad and veggies.
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Dessert
I had lemon pudding for dessert.
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I am exhausted with all the things going on with my oldest child.
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Breakfast
I had mushroom soup with toast. (getting low and I don't think I have enough to get me to Friday!)
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Lunch
I had raspberry jello, salad and toast.
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Dinner
I tired to eat some fish, but while sick I just don't have the appetite. I had toast, salad and veggies.
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Dessert
I had lemon pudding for dessert.
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Monday, September 28, 2009
Day 17 - 9/28/09
I am still sick and want nothing more than to not eat. I think I might call the dr. office and see what they say to do when sick...probably say keep to the plan!
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I have been sick so slow to write this.
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Breakfast
I am undecided as to what to have. I have been tearing through the mushroom soups though. Will have to post what I decide later.
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Lunch
I had mushroom soup, toast and salad, but I couldn't finish the salad.
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Dinner
I had mushroom soup, salad, veggies and toast. I couldn't eat all the salad.
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Dessert
I had lemon pudding.
Until later...
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I have been sick so slow to write this.
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Breakfast
I am undecided as to what to have. I have been tearing through the mushroom soups though. Will have to post what I decide later.
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Lunch
I had mushroom soup, toast and salad, but I couldn't finish the salad.
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Dinner
I had mushroom soup, salad, veggies and toast. I couldn't eat all the salad.
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Dessert
I had lemon pudding.
Until later...
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Day 16 - 9/27/09
I am still feeling crappy and sick. I think it is the sinus infection hope it is not the flu. I pretty much just rested at the house, I did make meat loaf (meat makes me sick to eat but I will indulge since I have been having beef collagen in my drink/desserts...knowingly).
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Breakfast
I had mushroom soup and toast.
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Lunch
I had raspberry jello, salad, cauliflower and toast.
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Dinner
The meatloaf was smelling soooooo good. I indulged and had a piece. Of course I got sick within 10 minutes of eating it but it was worth it. I also had salad and steamed cauliflower.
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Dessert
I had butterscotch pudding (again...that is what the other half says!).
Until later...
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{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I had mushroom soup and toast.
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Lunch
I had raspberry jello, salad, cauliflower and toast.
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Dinner
The meatloaf was smelling soooooo good. I indulged and had a piece. Of course I got sick within 10 minutes of eating it but it was worth it. I also had salad and steamed cauliflower.
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Dessert
I had butterscotch pudding (again...that is what the other half says!).
Until later...
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Day 15 - 9/26/09
Playing catch up from the busy weekend!
I went to see family today and took all my stuff with me so I could eat. They just don't understand so I was prepared. The boys had fun and I got to see my sister for a while, who is excited and did notice the weight loss.
Keep in mind I was sick and didn't want to eat but I did.
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Breakfast
I had toast and the pina colada that was good.
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Lunch
I had mushroom soup, cauliflower, salad with cucumbers and the toast.
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Dinner
I had toast, salad, cauliflower and mushroom soup again.
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Dessert
I had butterscotch mmmmm yummy.
Until later...
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I went to see family today and took all my stuff with me so I could eat. They just don't understand so I was prepared. The boys had fun and I got to see my sister for a while, who is excited and did notice the weight loss.
Keep in mind I was sick and didn't want to eat but I did.
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I had toast and the pina colada that was good.
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Lunch
I had mushroom soup, cauliflower, salad with cucumbers and the toast.
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Dinner
I had toast, salad, cauliflower and mushroom soup again.
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Dessert
I had butterscotch mmmmm yummy.
Until later...
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Friday, September 25, 2009
Week 2 measure and weight day!!!!
I woke up late, but not so excited. I knew I skipped a couple meals and that it might hurt me.
So today was the day, I jumped on the scale and drove to the appointment and here are the results.
Weeks on IP
2 weeks - today
Weight lost
Lbs lost: 2.6 (total lost so far 21.6lbs)
Inches lost
Chest: down 1"
Waist: up 1/2"
Hip: no change
Arm: down 1/4"
Thigh: down 1/4"
not such a big woohoo this time, but a small one...whoohoo.
Remember ymwv (your mileage will vary).
So today was the day, I jumped on the scale and drove to the appointment and here are the results.
Weeks on IP
2 weeks - today
Weight lost
Lbs lost: 2.6 (total lost so far 21.6lbs)
Inches lost
Chest: down 1"
Waist: up 1/2"
Hip: no change
Arm: down 1/4"
Thigh: down 1/4"
not such a big woohoo this time, but a small one...whoohoo.
Remember ymwv (your mileage will vary).
Day 14 - 9/25/09
This week has been a stressful week. I skipped two meals in one day, I found out skipping is considered cheating! I can't have my veg'n meats anymore. I can have the lemon juice/splenda and water mixture I have been making. I will be taking 4-5 packets a day depending on if I eat fish for one meal or not. I also can't have the caramel nut bars I love! OH well. I want to lose this weight faster so if it means giving up restricted foods (fake meat and nut bar) then so be it.
I was really disappointed in myself for skipping. NO MORE SKIPPING!
I bought 6 or 7 more blender shaker cups at the health store today. That will help with the 4-5 packets a day. Two shakers was just not enough.
I also bought the vanilla pudding and the pina colada to try this week. We shall see...
I hated the vanilla pudding, it was really gross. I will try cinnamon next time but won't buy anymore of it.
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Breakfast
I had the last packet of wildberry yogurt and toast, kinda of late but that is ok just means I won't be so hungry when I eat late tonight.
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Lunch
I had vanilla pudding (YUCK!), salad and cauliflower. I will try adding cinnamon next time to the pudding but doubt I will ever buy it again.
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Dinner
Tonight is my 7 year with the other half! We are going out to eat...wish me luck! I will report later.
I had an envelope and steamed cauliflower before leaving for dinner, and my salad at dinner.
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Dessert
I had the raspberry jello after getting home tonight.
Until later...
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I was really disappointed in myself for skipping. NO MORE SKIPPING!
I bought 6 or 7 more blender shaker cups at the health store today. That will help with the 4-5 packets a day. Two shakers was just not enough.
I also bought the vanilla pudding and the pina colada to try this week. We shall see...
I hated the vanilla pudding, it was really gross. I will try cinnamon next time but won't buy anymore of it.
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Breakfast
I had the last packet of wildberry yogurt and toast, kinda of late but that is ok just means I won't be so hungry when I eat late tonight.
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Lunch
I had vanilla pudding (YUCK!), salad and cauliflower. I will try adding cinnamon next time to the pudding but doubt I will ever buy it again.
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Dinner
Tonight is my 7 year with the other half! We are going out to eat...wish me luck! I will report later.
I had an envelope and steamed cauliflower before leaving for dinner, and my salad at dinner.
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Dessert
I had the raspberry jello after getting home tonight.
Until later...
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Thursday, September 24, 2009
Day 13 - 9/24/09
Today is usually my late late night, but my 6pm was cancelled so I won't be home so late this time. Tomorrow is my 2 week weigh/measurement day! I am so excited to see how much I have lost this week.
I haven't eaten breakfast yet, it was a long morning of calls and such. I am going to eat now and will just adjust the day's eating times.
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I am going to have some toast and maybe the mushroom soup. I am feeling kinda cold and that will warm me right up!!
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Lunch
I skipped... because I just couldn't do it while picking up the oldest who was suspended.
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Dinner
I had a little "meat" with tomato sauce, salad and steamed cauliflower. I didn't want to eat but I forced myself.
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Dessert
I had a caramel nut bar.
Until later...
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I haven't eaten breakfast yet, it was a long morning of calls and such. I am going to eat now and will just adjust the day's eating times.
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I am going to have some toast and maybe the mushroom soup. I am feeling kinda cold and that will warm me right up!!
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Lunch
I skipped... because I just couldn't do it while picking up the oldest who was suspended.
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Dinner
I had a little "meat" with tomato sauce, salad and steamed cauliflower. I didn't want to eat but I forced myself.
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Dessert
I had a caramel nut bar.
Until later...
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Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Day 12 - 9/23/09
Today is one of those busy days again. Dental appointments in the middle of my lunch (only because I am eating so late in the morning!) and then the oldest has his sporting thing tonight (2 times per week and Thursday's being my really late night). I will be home in time for a decent dinner hour but not tomorrow.
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I got all passionate tonight and decided to help educate people who were either on IP or thinking of it and wrote on a blog about all the different types of foods (including grams of protein) and why and how IP helps. I hope no one took it the wrong way. Some of the gals are doing it through spa's etc. NO DR. supervision. Fine but they definetly need to be educated. I mean I got this huge packet from IP and all this literature, and I did research on it and talked to some people (1 of which was the ultimate reason I got on this instead of MF.), and I went to a meeting with other people before starting it. The day I started I had labs done and everything. Yes this is costly but to me the benefits outweigh the costs tremendously.
I started to laugh because I thought maybe I should do this as a career!
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Breakfast
I decided to have the butterscotch pudding for breakfast. I often like to just drink breakfast but I wasn't in the mood for anything so I thought something I really enjoy I will eat. I also had the toast. All's I can say is I better seem some horrific (haha) weight loss this Friday!
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Lunch
I had lunch on the road again today. I had salad with extra veggies so I wouldn't have to carry steamed veggies with me and a caramel nut bar about an hour after I ate the salad.
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Dinner
I decided to have the quorn and a small potato (group 1 choice not for everyone) along with my salad. I haven't really decided if what I want for dessert. I can't wait to weigh in on Friday...
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Dessert
I am going to (yes it is late) go have my lemon pudding!
Until later...
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I got all passionate tonight and decided to help educate people who were either on IP or thinking of it and wrote on a blog about all the different types of foods (including grams of protein) and why and how IP helps. I hope no one took it the wrong way. Some of the gals are doing it through spa's etc. NO DR. supervision. Fine but they definetly need to be educated. I mean I got this huge packet from IP and all this literature, and I did research on it and talked to some people (1 of which was the ultimate reason I got on this instead of MF.), and I went to a meeting with other people before starting it. The day I started I had labs done and everything. Yes this is costly but to me the benefits outweigh the costs tremendously.
I started to laugh because I thought maybe I should do this as a career!
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Breakfast
I decided to have the butterscotch pudding for breakfast. I often like to just drink breakfast but I wasn't in the mood for anything so I thought something I really enjoy I will eat. I also had the toast. All's I can say is I better seem some horrific (haha) weight loss this Friday!
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Lunch
I had lunch on the road again today. I had salad with extra veggies so I wouldn't have to carry steamed veggies with me and a caramel nut bar about an hour after I ate the salad.
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Dinner
I decided to have the quorn and a small potato (group 1 choice not for everyone) along with my salad. I haven't really decided if what I want for dessert. I can't wait to weigh in on Friday...
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Dessert
I am going to (yes it is late) go have my lemon pudding!
Until later...
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Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Day 11 - 9/22/09
I hope today is better than yesterday. I still don't want to eat, but will force myself to eat so I can stay on track. I know when I eat, I lose weight and when I don't I just gain!
I am 3 days shy of 2 weeks, I just hope my not eating yesterday doesn't affect my inches/weight loss.
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I went to the store and shopped, spent 2 hours in a grocery store. I got home and trying to get up the stairs with all the groceries ended up hurting myself.
I have no appetite still but I forced myself to eat. It has been a stressful day.
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I had wildberry yogurt and toast. I wasn't thrilled and had to force myself to choke it down, not because of taste but because I didn't want to eat.
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Lunch
Ah lunch it was after the grocery store. I had butterscotch pudding, salad with some veggies.
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Dinner
I had some 'meat' with a little tomato sauce, it was from a can so no sugar just tomatos and I put my own spices. I also had steamed cauliflower and salad.
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Dessert
I have no desire to have dessert. I decided to have the caramel nut bar tonight. I love it, it tastes like a snickers!
Until later...
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I am 3 days shy of 2 weeks, I just hope my not eating yesterday doesn't affect my inches/weight loss.
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I went to the store and shopped, spent 2 hours in a grocery store. I got home and trying to get up the stairs with all the groceries ended up hurting myself.
I have no appetite still but I forced myself to eat. It has been a stressful day.
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I had wildberry yogurt and toast. I wasn't thrilled and had to force myself to choke it down, not because of taste but because I didn't want to eat.
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Lunch
Ah lunch it was after the grocery store. I had butterscotch pudding, salad with some veggies.
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Dinner
I had some 'meat' with a little tomato sauce, it was from a can so no sugar just tomatos and I put my own spices. I also had steamed cauliflower and salad.
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Dessert
I have no desire to have dessert. I decided to have the caramel nut bar tonight. I love it, it tastes like a snickers!
Until later...
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Monday, September 21, 2009
Day 10 - 9/21/09
I was up late last night again, about 1230am, but I wasn't hungry this time. I was ready to go to bed at 930pm but I didn't. Today is the day of appointments.
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Wow it was a busy day. I got a lot done, but got bad news and that coupled with no appetite I didn't do so well yesterday. I didn't cheat...I just didn't eat either.
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I tried to choke down a shaker with cranberry, blueberry, pom but I couldn't. Either it is just too sweet or something, (could be I wasn't hungry either). I won't buy it again, will just keep eating raspberry jello for the collagen. I didn't eat my toast either. I ended up taking insulin for the food and vitamins but didn't eat so that lowered my sugars.
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Lunch
I had the toast from breakfast for lunch. I did not eat the salad or have a shaker. I was on the road and was busy with appointments it just wasn't a great day. I didn't cheat though, I really just was not hungry at all.
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Dinner
Ehh...I wasn't hungry come dinner either. I didn't have a salad, I just had some beans from group 1 choice and sauteed mushrooms. Just still not hungry at all.
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Dessert
I had a caramel nut bar, it was good but I had to force it down as I am just not hungry and when not hungry I don't want to eat. When stressed out I don't like to eat either.
Until later...
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Wow it was a busy day. I got a lot done, but got bad news and that coupled with no appetite I didn't do so well yesterday. I didn't cheat...I just didn't eat either.
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I tried to choke down a shaker with cranberry, blueberry, pom but I couldn't. Either it is just too sweet or something, (could be I wasn't hungry either). I won't buy it again, will just keep eating raspberry jello for the collagen. I didn't eat my toast either. I ended up taking insulin for the food and vitamins but didn't eat so that lowered my sugars.
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Lunch
I had the toast from breakfast for lunch. I did not eat the salad or have a shaker. I was on the road and was busy with appointments it just wasn't a great day. I didn't cheat though, I really just was not hungry at all.
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Dinner
Ehh...I wasn't hungry come dinner either. I didn't have a salad, I just had some beans from group 1 choice and sauteed mushrooms. Just still not hungry at all.
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Dessert
I had a caramel nut bar, it was good but I had to force it down as I am just not hungry and when not hungry I don't want to eat. When stressed out I don't like to eat either.
Until later...
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Sunday, September 20, 2009
Day 9 - 9/20/09
I was up really late! 3am to be exact and then had to get up 5 hours later to the kids and the bugs! We did bug blast this year. It was fun, breakfast on the road then the boys ate their bugs they wanted too. They got to see tarantula's and all sorts of other stuff. I hope they learned a respect for other living things.
I am so tired, the other half went to the store to get me some mushrooms and cucumbers so that I can have my salad. It is going to be a lazy day! Tomorrow I have dr. appt's for my youngest so lunch again on the road, this will be harder.
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I was going through my shoes, and I saw my jimmy choo shoes and my chinese laundry ones. OH how I can't wait till the day I can wear them again...and it seems like it will soon happen too. I love shoes...
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I had the wildberry yogurt and toast this morning.
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Lunch
I am having salad w/mushrooms, steamed cauliflower, toast and I think I will have the mushroom soup again, I really liked it or maybe I will have lemon pudding...
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Dinner
I had a bar for a snack today in between lunch and dinner as I am finding that 8 hours is too long to go without food.
I had the usual for dinner. My other half was saying I better find something else for him to cook for me otherwise he thinks I will be hating what I have been eating!
I had the sauteed mushrooms, quorn, steamed cauliflower and a salad with mushrooms and cucumbers.
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Dessert
I wasn't hungry at all for dessert, but I had to eat it. I choose the lemon pudding, although I do not love it like the butterscotch pudding it is good.
Until later...
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I am so tired, the other half went to the store to get me some mushrooms and cucumbers so that I can have my salad. It is going to be a lazy day! Tomorrow I have dr. appt's for my youngest so lunch again on the road, this will be harder.
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I was going through my shoes, and I saw my jimmy choo shoes and my chinese laundry ones. OH how I can't wait till the day I can wear them again...and it seems like it will soon happen too. I love shoes...
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I had the wildberry yogurt and toast this morning.
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Lunch
I am having salad w/mushrooms, steamed cauliflower, toast and I think I will have the mushroom soup again, I really liked it or maybe I will have lemon pudding...
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Dinner
I had a bar for a snack today in between lunch and dinner as I am finding that 8 hours is too long to go without food.
I had the usual for dinner. My other half was saying I better find something else for him to cook for me otherwise he thinks I will be hating what I have been eating!
I had the sauteed mushrooms, quorn, steamed cauliflower and a salad with mushrooms and cucumbers.
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Dessert
I wasn't hungry at all for dessert, but I had to eat it. I choose the lemon pudding, although I do not love it like the butterscotch pudding it is good.
Until later...
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Saturday, September 19, 2009
Day 8 - 9/19/09
I made it through the night without cheating after the other half's incident (he said he wasn't thinking...I called BS!). We have a really busy weekend this weekend. Today is soccer and tomorrow is the bug blast (My kids keep saying they want to eat bugs!! Well this is their chance!). So tomorrow I will need to pack food for myself. I don't think today will be such a big deal but I will pack a bar just in case.
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I am going to have the cranberry, blueberry and pom and toast this morning.
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Lunch
I was feeling a little light headed after the soccer game, my boy's team won! When we got home we fed them and then I had salad w/mushrooms, steamed cauliflower and the mushroom soup (was good).
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Dinner
I had the usual...quorn, mushrooms, steamed cauliflower and salad. It was an early dinner and I was not that hungry to start.
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Dessert
I had butterscotch pudding for dessert. It was very yummy. I am staying up late tonight.
Until later...
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{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I am going to have the cranberry, blueberry and pom and toast this morning.
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Lunch
I was feeling a little light headed after the soccer game, my boy's team won! When we got home we fed them and then I had salad w/mushrooms, steamed cauliflower and the mushroom soup (was good).
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Dinner
I had the usual...quorn, mushrooms, steamed cauliflower and salad. It was an early dinner and I was not that hungry to start.
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Dessert
I had butterscotch pudding for dessert. It was very yummy. I am staying up late tonight.
Until later...
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Friday, September 18, 2009
Week 1 measure and weight day!!!!
OMG I couldn't be more excited to share! I couldn't be more excited to know my period was here eihter...I wonder if I would have shown more loss!! It is an incredible feeling to know that sticking to it has really paid off!
Weeks on IP
1 week - today was offically 1 week
Weight lost
Lbs lost: 19 (aunt red visiting too)
Inches lost
Chest: down 1/4"
Waist: no change
Hip: down 1 1/4"
Arm: up 2" (I think the muscle was flexed!)
Thigh: down 2"
WOOOHOOOO
Remember ymwv (your mileage will vary).
Weeks on IP
1 week - today was offically 1 week
Weight lost
Lbs lost: 19 (aunt red visiting too)
Inches lost
Chest: down 1/4"
Waist: no change
Hip: down 1 1/4"
Arm: up 2" (I think the muscle was flexed!)
Thigh: down 2"
WOOOHOOOO
Remember ymwv (your mileage will vary).
I had to post this...it is 1lb of fat! Gross and that is a dvd case behind it With Dr. Tran Tien on the cover haha!
Thanks mom!
Day 7 - 9/18/09
Well today is the day! I made it...day 7!!! Today I get weighed and measured.
I can't wait to see how much if any change there is. I have a busy morning but I am back near where I need to be to eat for lunch. I haven't had much sleep but I do feel like I slept all night!
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What a feeling! So I had my appointment and I asked some questions...
Xylitol gum - is it ok to have? Nope can't have.
Propel water and packets - ok to have? Nope can't have.
Can I have ANY waldens farms stuff? Only the dressings!
Can I have more than two cups of veggies (not salad)? Yes!
Other notes...because I am veg'n she is going to ask at a seminar tomorrow (9/19/09) about veg'ns because Quorn and the rest of the stuff has dextrose which is sugar.
I refuse to eat meat. So I will be intrested in knowing what they say. Also I didn't think I was getting enough protien because people who eat the meat and fish get more than me, so I am adding another packet to meal plan (maybe an afternoon snack).
I am off to eat lunch!
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I am going to have the jello I didn't have last night. It is easy and I can be done quickly. My appointment is at 10am and I am really excited.
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Lunch
mmm I had the lemon pudding today after my salad + veggies and it was good. I am still on the so proud of myself high! lol
It just proves I did the right things by standing my ground against mac and cheese and omg fries from McD's!
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Dinner
The other half made pizza for the kids, mmm I loved pizza and then was setting them up at the table and sets it RIGHT in front of me! I was like WTF? How inconsiderate and childish (he was being bratty). After that I wanted to cheat so bad! I wanted pizza too! It drove me crazy but I kept thinking...19lbs lost don't sway!
So I had my usual later on after I calmed down and was being more rational. Salad w/mushrooms, steamed cauliflower and quorn.
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Dessert
I was going to have butterscotch pudding but it was so late, so I had a caramel nut bar instead.
Until later...
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I can't wait to see how much if any change there is. I have a busy morning but I am back near where I need to be to eat for lunch. I haven't had much sleep but I do feel like I slept all night!
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What a feeling! So I had my appointment and I asked some questions...
Xylitol gum - is it ok to have? Nope can't have.
Propel water and packets - ok to have? Nope can't have.
Can I have ANY waldens farms stuff? Only the dressings!
Can I have more than two cups of veggies (not salad)? Yes!
Other notes...because I am veg'n she is going to ask at a seminar tomorrow (9/19/09) about veg'ns because Quorn and the rest of the stuff has dextrose which is sugar.
I refuse to eat meat. So I will be intrested in knowing what they say. Also I didn't think I was getting enough protien because people who eat the meat and fish get more than me, so I am adding another packet to meal plan (maybe an afternoon snack).
I am off to eat lunch!
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I am going to have the jello I didn't have last night. It is easy and I can be done quickly. My appointment is at 10am and I am really excited.
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Lunch
mmm I had the lemon pudding today after my salad + veggies and it was good. I am still on the so proud of myself high! lol
It just proves I did the right things by standing my ground against mac and cheese and omg fries from McD's!
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Dinner
The other half made pizza for the kids, mmm I loved pizza and then was setting them up at the table and sets it RIGHT in front of me! I was like WTF? How inconsiderate and childish (he was being bratty). After that I wanted to cheat so bad! I wanted pizza too! It drove me crazy but I kept thinking...19lbs lost don't sway!
So I had my usual later on after I calmed down and was being more rational. Salad w/mushrooms, steamed cauliflower and quorn.
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Dessert
I was going to have butterscotch pudding but it was so late, so I had a caramel nut bar instead.
Until later...
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Thursday, September 17, 2009
Day 6 - 9/17/09
So instead of having yogurt last night I had a bar. I cut it up into pieces and just snacked on it. I woke up this morning feeling fine, still not hungry for breakfast though. I weighed again just to see if the scale was wrong and it still shows 10lbs lost (now this is not the dr. scale, mine and the dr's was off by 7lbs)! I know it is all water weight but still!
I need to go to the store, I bought minimal stuff to get out of the store yesterday and didn't get enough! Who knew a head of cauliflower wouldn't last more than a day! Alright it is the only veggie I am eating right now other than the salad, mushrooms, and cucumbers.
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OH I hate the grocery store now! I haven't cheated, but going in there makes me feel sick. I am dreading going to the store, we need more than my stuff. It is very tempting...but I need stuff for dinner.
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I am going to eat the wild berry yogurt I made yesterday, I hope it isn't nasty! After I eat I will go to the store for a few things.
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Lunch
I had salad at the house and the cranberry, blueberry, pom on the road. Tue/Thur are my busy day but Thursday's are my late night.
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Dinner
I didn't get home until after 8pm and I was starving. I am going to have to bring a bar or something for the in between. I wanted to cheat I was so hungry! I ate the usual just late. I also chopped up and bagged stuff while the dinner was cooking. I really wanted to cheat yesterday. I thought oh how easy it would be just to run by taco bell or mcdonalds and grab something quick and fast. I didn't, instead I starved until I got home.
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Dessert
I was going to have the jello but it wasn't ready, so I had butterscotch. The cat is also upset so he isn't feeling well and showing it. This was going to be a long night!
Until later...
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I need to go to the store, I bought minimal stuff to get out of the store yesterday and didn't get enough! Who knew a head of cauliflower wouldn't last more than a day! Alright it is the only veggie I am eating right now other than the salad, mushrooms, and cucumbers.
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OH I hate the grocery store now! I haven't cheated, but going in there makes me feel sick. I am dreading going to the store, we need more than my stuff. It is very tempting...but I need stuff for dinner.
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I am going to eat the wild berry yogurt I made yesterday, I hope it isn't nasty! After I eat I will go to the store for a few things.
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Lunch
I had salad at the house and the cranberry, blueberry, pom on the road. Tue/Thur are my busy day but Thursday's are my late night.
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Dinner
I didn't get home until after 8pm and I was starving. I am going to have to bring a bar or something for the in between. I wanted to cheat I was so hungry! I ate the usual just late. I also chopped up and bagged stuff while the dinner was cooking. I really wanted to cheat yesterday. I thought oh how easy it would be just to run by taco bell or mcdonalds and grab something quick and fast. I didn't, instead I starved until I got home.
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Dessert
I was going to have the jello but it wasn't ready, so I had butterscotch. The cat is also upset so he isn't feeling well and showing it. This was going to be a long night!
Until later...
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Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Day 5 - 9/16/09
I woke up today early and then went back to bed as I wasn't ready to join the living. The housekeeper woke me up by entering into the house and the dogs barking. Oh well. I didn't sleep well last night as my mind was constantly going (happens a lot).
When I woke up this morning I wasn't hungry and it took me 2 hours to eat! This is just a shaker drink, and toast. I am still not hungry and I must drink the water too. I haven't cheated, and things are easier now (it has been 5 days!). I am hungry less and when I do eat, I get full so fast I don't want to finish my food. I didn't finish the salad last night and now I wonder what the draw backs of that will be.
Maybe it is my imagination but my pants and shoes are way loose. I jumped on my home scale (using the dr's scale for offical results) and it said 10lbs lighter! Yeah!!! Yes, I know it is mostly water loss, but still...this makes me more excited for Friday as I do measurements again and then come the 2 week mark I am hoping to see some fat loss!
One thing I have noticed is I am not as fatigued as I use to be and the only thing that has changed is the way I eat, maybe that is the energy boost everyone is feeling??
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I was talking to my mom and she asked about frozen cauliflower...UGH I said and told her I am thankful there is NO room in my freezer.
While talking to her she asked about the foods and it brought up what I might buy this Friday. I think I will try the omlet, fine herbs and cheese, lemon pudding, vanilla shake and mushroom soup of course in addition to my butterscotch pudding, wild berry yogurt, jello and cranberry, blueberry pomegrante. I will however stay away from the salt and vinegar chips, unless you eat them on a salad (I broke mine up into 4 servings from one pack) they aren't great in huge quantity. I also might experiement with some stuff...like making the jello then making the yogurt, when the jello is done pouring the yogurt on it then put it back in the fridge for a while. NOW note...if you do that, you only eat half of it because it is two packets. :-)
With the omlet I could put mushrooms in it if I like.
Here are some questions I am going to ask on Friday (note I am taking in the ingredients for the first 2 things, because I know it is not only based on the item type but the ingredients):
Xylitol gum - is it ok to have?
Propel water and packets - ok to have?
Can I have ANY waldens farms stuff?
Can I have more than two cups of veggies (not salad)?
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I had to force myself to drink the cranberry, blueberry & pomegrante drink and eat my toast this morning. Practically dreading lunch! I can't eat as much as I use too and now when I eat just the little bit and attempt my salad I am too full (I eat it still though, with exception of last night).
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Lunch
There should be a law against having to go to the grocery store and being on a diet!
I went to get salad and veggies, and I just kept thinking what else do I need and decided nothing! They want it they buy it. I had salad and veggies and was full waited an hour and had the butterscoth pudding. I made the yogurt and put it in the fridge still waiting on it to turn firmer.
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Dinner
I made dinner for everyone tonight. It was the first time I could do that without craving what I was making and I love burritos (that is what I made).
I made the Quorn cutlets with sauteed mushrooms and the usual cauliflower, this time I had toast and garbonza beans to make up the amount of group 1 choices I must have.
Like I said making dinner was hard tonight but I didn't really want it.
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Dessert
I am having the wild berry yogurt I made earlier for myself, note...it has not turned firmer!
Until later...
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When I woke up this morning I wasn't hungry and it took me 2 hours to eat! This is just a shaker drink, and toast. I am still not hungry and I must drink the water too. I haven't cheated, and things are easier now (it has been 5 days!). I am hungry less and when I do eat, I get full so fast I don't want to finish my food. I didn't finish the salad last night and now I wonder what the draw backs of that will be.
Maybe it is my imagination but my pants and shoes are way loose. I jumped on my home scale (using the dr's scale for offical results) and it said 10lbs lighter! Yeah!!! Yes, I know it is mostly water loss, but still...this makes me more excited for Friday as I do measurements again and then come the 2 week mark I am hoping to see some fat loss!
One thing I have noticed is I am not as fatigued as I use to be and the only thing that has changed is the way I eat, maybe that is the energy boost everyone is feeling??
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I was talking to my mom and she asked about frozen cauliflower...UGH I said and told her I am thankful there is NO room in my freezer.
While talking to her she asked about the foods and it brought up what I might buy this Friday. I think I will try the omlet, fine herbs and cheese, lemon pudding, vanilla shake and mushroom soup of course in addition to my butterscotch pudding, wild berry yogurt, jello and cranberry, blueberry pomegrante. I will however stay away from the salt and vinegar chips, unless you eat them on a salad (I broke mine up into 4 servings from one pack) they aren't great in huge quantity. I also might experiement with some stuff...like making the jello then making the yogurt, when the jello is done pouring the yogurt on it then put it back in the fridge for a while. NOW note...if you do that, you only eat half of it because it is two packets. :-)
With the omlet I could put mushrooms in it if I like.
Here are some questions I am going to ask on Friday (note I am taking in the ingredients for the first 2 things, because I know it is not only based on the item type but the ingredients):
Xylitol gum - is it ok to have?
Propel water and packets - ok to have?
Can I have ANY waldens farms stuff?
Can I have more than two cups of veggies (not salad)?
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I had to force myself to drink the cranberry, blueberry & pomegrante drink and eat my toast this morning. Practically dreading lunch! I can't eat as much as I use too and now when I eat just the little bit and attempt my salad I am too full (I eat it still though, with exception of last night).
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Lunch
There should be a law against having to go to the grocery store and being on a diet!
I went to get salad and veggies, and I just kept thinking what else do I need and decided nothing! They want it they buy it. I had salad and veggies and was full waited an hour and had the butterscoth pudding. I made the yogurt and put it in the fridge still waiting on it to turn firmer.
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Dinner
I made dinner for everyone tonight. It was the first time I could do that without craving what I was making and I love burritos (that is what I made).
I made the Quorn cutlets with sauteed mushrooms and the usual cauliflower, this time I had toast and garbonza beans to make up the amount of group 1 choices I must have.
Like I said making dinner was hard tonight but I didn't really want it.
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Dessert
I am having the wild berry yogurt I made earlier for myself, note...it has not turned firmer!
Until later...
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Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Day 4 - 9/15/09
Woohooo made it through day 3 and onto day 4!
I don't feel hungry this morning and I truly feel lazy. I don't want to do anything! Maybe I will get more energy today. Auntie Red (ya know who she is) has been here for a day now so my desire to do anything just goes down the tubes!
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I think I will refridgerate the yogurt and have that today. I was told if you let it sit in the fridge it will firm up like the pudding does.
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Lunch
I had to have lunch on the road. The salad got a little wilted but I ate it, and thankfully I was smart enough to bring a bar to eat, I was going to do the salt and vinegar chips (while restricted item it was my only option on the run).
I wasn't hungry for lunch today and ate really late. I even was running around (literally eating each bite at red lights).
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Dinner
I tried fish tonight. UGHHH! Let's be real...I like fish from long john's nice and breaded...not this grilled tilapia in a bag!! Since I didn't like it I gave it away and tried tuna...gag...without mayo no thanks. I will stick to Quorn items.
I am struggling to drink my water...I know it is becuase it is a MUST do, where as before I would gulp down 500 ounces a day. I can't wait until Friday (can buy something else to try!)!!!
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Dessert
My standby of butterscotch pudding.
I am going to bed now...I am tired and don't want to be up late again and hungry!
Until later...
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I don't feel hungry this morning and I truly feel lazy. I don't want to do anything! Maybe I will get more energy today. Auntie Red (ya know who she is) has been here for a day now so my desire to do anything just goes down the tubes!
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I think I will refridgerate the yogurt and have that today. I was told if you let it sit in the fridge it will firm up like the pudding does.
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Lunch
I had to have lunch on the road. The salad got a little wilted but I ate it, and thankfully I was smart enough to bring a bar to eat, I was going to do the salt and vinegar chips (while restricted item it was my only option on the run).
I wasn't hungry for lunch today and ate really late. I even was running around (literally eating each bite at red lights).
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Dinner
I tried fish tonight. UGHHH! Let's be real...I like fish from long john's nice and breaded...not this grilled tilapia in a bag!! Since I didn't like it I gave it away and tried tuna...gag...without mayo no thanks. I will stick to Quorn items.
I am struggling to drink my water...I know it is becuase it is a MUST do, where as before I would gulp down 500 ounces a day. I can't wait until Friday (can buy something else to try!)!!!
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Dessert
My standby of butterscotch pudding.
I am going to bed now...I am tired and don't want to be up late again and hungry!
Until later...
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Monday, September 14, 2009
Day 3 - 9/14/09
I woke up late this morning, well later than normal! I had to get to a meeting so I was in a rush. I did grab my food before leaving though.
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I choose to have Blueberry, Cranberry, Pomegrante drink again today. I also had to eat toast (again). I haven't taken the vitamins, so I will take them at lunch. Call me crazy but my shoes felt loose...
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Lunch
I was hungry by the time I got home today for lunch. I had the salad, steamed veggies, toast and butterscotch pudding. I have been drinking my water and took my vitamins.
I really will be happy when I can see some hard core results! COME on two weeks! Why two weeks you might ask...well because the first week on any diet is usually water weight loss, by the 2nd week I should start seeing fat burning loss!
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Dinner
Today before dinner I was running errands and I so badly wanted to cheat when I smelt french fries!!! OMG...smells should be outlawed when dieting! I didn't cheat though. I just shook my head and carried on, my only saving grace this time was I want to be healthier. This isn't just about a thinner me, I wasn't always this big it came on the last seven years, this was about a healthier ME and that means thinner.
Tonight I decided to have the Quorn cutlets again with sauteed mushrooms, steamed cauliflower, toast and a salad. The boys had burgers and chips and I didn't care! I never really cared for the burgers but the chips I like, but I didn't crave nor care that they were in front of me.
It is getting easier. I am filling up faster, I still as I write this haven't finished my salad!
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Dessert
I had the butterscotch pudding again. I stayed up late again and I soooooo wanted to cheat. I didn't though. Instead I just went to bed.
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{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I choose to have Blueberry, Cranberry, Pomegrante drink again today. I also had to eat toast (again). I haven't taken the vitamins, so I will take them at lunch. Call me crazy but my shoes felt loose...
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Lunch
I was hungry by the time I got home today for lunch. I had the salad, steamed veggies, toast and butterscotch pudding. I have been drinking my water and took my vitamins.
I really will be happy when I can see some hard core results! COME on two weeks! Why two weeks you might ask...well because the first week on any diet is usually water weight loss, by the 2nd week I should start seeing fat burning loss!
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Dinner
Today before dinner I was running errands and I so badly wanted to cheat when I smelt french fries!!! OMG...smells should be outlawed when dieting! I didn't cheat though. I just shook my head and carried on, my only saving grace this time was I want to be healthier. This isn't just about a thinner me, I wasn't always this big it came on the last seven years, this was about a healthier ME and that means thinner.
Tonight I decided to have the Quorn cutlets again with sauteed mushrooms, steamed cauliflower, toast and a salad. The boys had burgers and chips and I didn't care! I never really cared for the burgers but the chips I like, but I didn't crave nor care that they were in front of me.
It is getting easier. I am filling up faster, I still as I write this haven't finished my salad!
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Dessert
I had the butterscotch pudding again. I stayed up late again and I soooooo wanted to cheat. I didn't though. Instead I just went to bed.
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Sunday, September 13, 2009
Day 2 - 9/13/09
I woke up with the same excitment! I wasn't hungry so that was a good thing. I imagined starving all night long. :-)
I got an email from my friend, she started yesterday and is doing good too. She was a bit hungry too.
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I choose to have Blueberry, Cranberry, Pomegrante drink today. I also had to eat toast. I also took all my vitamins but took the bigger ones, one at a time until I was done with them. I feel full.
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Lunch
So I started feeling hungry and it was time for the kids to eat. So I made them lunch (OH MY...that is hard) and watched them eat while I got my stuff ready. Sat down with the other half and we at our lunches together in peace and quiet.
I choose to have the wild berry yogurt, steamed cauliflower (seeing a pattern here?!), salad with mushrooms and cucumbers topped with apple cider and olive oil. I ate the steamed veggies first, then the salad. Half way through I was dying. I was sooo full. I was forcing myself to eat the salad. I ended up putting the yogurt in the freezer and will just be sure to eat it a while before dinner. I couldn't beleive I was feeling full, but I know in 2.5 hours I will be hungry again (as I write this I am starting to feel a bit of hunger anyways!).
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Dinner
Tonight I had Quorn chik'n cutlets with sauteed mushrooms, salad with cucumbers and some steamed cauliflower, in addition I have to have some sort of group 1 choice so I had pumpernickel bread.
My 8 glasses of water are done. I never thought I would say that...It was hard. I am use to drinking a few gallons a day. I think because I HAVE to I am having issues with it.
I made some jello for dessert but if it is not set by then I will have butterscotch pudding.
Again for dinner I was feeling very full half way through the steamed veggie and chik'n and mushrooms, I hadn't even touched the salad or bread yet! I think it is getting easier, I was hungry but not as much as yesterday but still every 2.5 hours.
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Dessert
I had jello for dessert. I was hungry again late last night, only because I think I am staying up too late.
Until later...
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I got an email from my friend, she started yesterday and is doing good too. She was a bit hungry too.
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
I choose to have Blueberry, Cranberry, Pomegrante drink today. I also had to eat toast. I also took all my vitamins but took the bigger ones, one at a time until I was done with them. I feel full.
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Lunch
So I started feeling hungry and it was time for the kids to eat. So I made them lunch (OH MY...that is hard) and watched them eat while I got my stuff ready. Sat down with the other half and we at our lunches together in peace and quiet.
I choose to have the wild berry yogurt, steamed cauliflower (seeing a pattern here?!), salad with mushrooms and cucumbers topped with apple cider and olive oil. I ate the steamed veggies first, then the salad. Half way through I was dying. I was sooo full. I was forcing myself to eat the salad. I ended up putting the yogurt in the freezer and will just be sure to eat it a while before dinner. I couldn't beleive I was feeling full, but I know in 2.5 hours I will be hungry again (as I write this I am starting to feel a bit of hunger anyways!).
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Dinner
Tonight I had Quorn chik'n cutlets with sauteed mushrooms, salad with cucumbers and some steamed cauliflower, in addition I have to have some sort of group 1 choice so I had pumpernickel bread.
My 8 glasses of water are done. I never thought I would say that...It was hard. I am use to drinking a few gallons a day. I think because I HAVE to I am having issues with it.
I made some jello for dessert but if it is not set by then I will have butterscotch pudding.
Again for dinner I was feeling very full half way through the steamed veggie and chik'n and mushrooms, I hadn't even touched the salad or bread yet! I think it is getting easier, I was hungry but not as much as yesterday but still every 2.5 hours.
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Dessert
I had jello for dessert. I was hungry again late last night, only because I think I am staying up too late.
Until later...
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Saturday, September 12, 2009
Day 1 - 9/12/09
I am very excited to start today. I woke up after a good night's rest (7ish hours) and feel like today is the DAY! I emailed my friend, I am not sure if she will start today also, she was "thinking" about it. I already cut up all the veggies and made the salads into easy grab and go packs just in case.
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
So I choose to eat the Wild Berry Yogurt for breakfast. I put it in the shaker with the water and some ice to really chill it. It was great. I also had to eat toast per the coach (not happy about it) and now it feels like it is sitting there in the middle of my chest. I think I will drink some tea (will require 1 extra glass of water which is NOT and issue) to help move it along. I also took all my vitamins instead of breaking them out as I know I would not take then twice a day. I am not sure what I will have for lunch with my salad and veggies. I was thinking maybe I will have some butterscotch pudding (will make it in advance so it is cold). Until later...
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Lunch
I don't know if I am truly hungry or if it is my mind thinking "Hey now...that wasn't enough!". It has only been 2.5 hours and I feel hungry. I am going to steam my veggies and eat my salad and veggies. Not sure what I will put on the steamed veggies. I am steaming 1 cup of veggies and using the other 1 cup to put on my salad as fixings.
I choose to eat cucumbers, mushrooms and of course the lettuce. I am going to figure out an olive oil and either lemon or apple cider mix that works for me. I thought about maybe using a few of the salt and vinegar chips to use as croutons but not the whole bag this way I can use it mutliple times and still have a selection, thinking of the butterscotch pudding! I also get 2 pieces of toast, or a variety of other stuff I could choose to eat with the meal.
My sugar could be low too, so I will check that if it is I will have to have a restricted food. :-(
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So my sugar was a little low. The salad and veggies, steamed cauliflower and butterscotch pudding were filling. I am not hungry anymore, nor am I overstuffed but I am full. The kids were having mac and cheese (Talk about the ultimate will power!!! My fav food!) and I kept thinking screw it I am going to just eat that...I didn't though. I kept thinking bikini in Fiji!
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Dinner
WOW! I have been mentally hungry every 2.5 hours on the dot. I get this way when I eat though. Normally I don't eat breakfast and lunch is hit and miss.
My sugar was low again, but that isn't to unusual for me. Tonight I had Quron Turkey burgers (2qty = 5oz meat), salad with lemon and olive oil, and steamed cauliflower (I could live off of it).
I have been drinking my water, I am passed (way passed) 8 - 8 ounce glasses. What has been really hard is not eating what I want. I love mac and cheese and omg it has been a fight. It is NOT easy, I hope it will pass (I am told it will). I just kept thinking, I paid a lot of money to do this, and I want to be back to my healthy weight and go to fiji! Despite all that...it has been really hard!!
The food is good, just the mental aspect right now is hard. I guess this is why they say the first 3-4 days you might be grouchy (I am just calling that bitchy!). I haven't cheated, and I was told if I was very hungry to take a shake or something (no restrictors).
Did I mention this was hard?! I knew I had will power but COME ON, this is taking much more than that. I felt at one point like my tummy was going to eat its way out from inside out! Oh well I am doing it for me, and I will suffer through and know that this too shall pass!
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Dessert
I decided to try out the raspberry jello...it was good. Again I was hungry 2.5 hours after dinner. I hope I don't wake up in the night with hunger pains!
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I am off to get my beauty rest! Until later...and I hope you enjoy reading (my pain and misery! HAHAHA!)
{I will update these through out the day}
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Breakfast
So I choose to eat the Wild Berry Yogurt for breakfast. I put it in the shaker with the water and some ice to really chill it. It was great. I also had to eat toast per the coach (not happy about it) and now it feels like it is sitting there in the middle of my chest. I think I will drink some tea (will require 1 extra glass of water which is NOT and issue) to help move it along. I also took all my vitamins instead of breaking them out as I know I would not take then twice a day. I am not sure what I will have for lunch with my salad and veggies. I was thinking maybe I will have some butterscotch pudding (will make it in advance so it is cold). Until later...
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Lunch
I don't know if I am truly hungry or if it is my mind thinking "Hey now...that wasn't enough!". It has only been 2.5 hours and I feel hungry. I am going to steam my veggies and eat my salad and veggies. Not sure what I will put on the steamed veggies. I am steaming 1 cup of veggies and using the other 1 cup to put on my salad as fixings.
I choose to eat cucumbers, mushrooms and of course the lettuce. I am going to figure out an olive oil and either lemon or apple cider mix that works for me. I thought about maybe using a few of the salt and vinegar chips to use as croutons but not the whole bag this way I can use it mutliple times and still have a selection, thinking of the butterscotch pudding! I also get 2 pieces of toast, or a variety of other stuff I could choose to eat with the meal.
My sugar could be low too, so I will check that if it is I will have to have a restricted food. :-(
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So my sugar was a little low. The salad and veggies, steamed cauliflower and butterscotch pudding were filling. I am not hungry anymore, nor am I overstuffed but I am full. The kids were having mac and cheese (Talk about the ultimate will power!!! My fav food!) and I kept thinking screw it I am going to just eat that...I didn't though. I kept thinking bikini in Fiji!
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Dinner
WOW! I have been mentally hungry every 2.5 hours on the dot. I get this way when I eat though. Normally I don't eat breakfast and lunch is hit and miss.
My sugar was low again, but that isn't to unusual for me. Tonight I had Quron Turkey burgers (2qty = 5oz meat), salad with lemon and olive oil, and steamed cauliflower (I could live off of it).
I have been drinking my water, I am passed (way passed) 8 - 8 ounce glasses. What has been really hard is not eating what I want. I love mac and cheese and omg it has been a fight. It is NOT easy, I hope it will pass (I am told it will). I just kept thinking, I paid a lot of money to do this, and I want to be back to my healthy weight and go to fiji! Despite all that...it has been really hard!!
The food is good, just the mental aspect right now is hard. I guess this is why they say the first 3-4 days you might be grouchy (I am just calling that bitchy!). I haven't cheated, and I was told if I was very hungry to take a shake or something (no restrictors).
Did I mention this was hard?! I knew I had will power but COME ON, this is taking much more than that. I felt at one point like my tummy was going to eat its way out from inside out! Oh well I am doing it for me, and I will suffer through and know that this too shall pass!
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Dessert
I decided to try out the raspberry jello...it was good. Again I was hungry 2.5 hours after dinner. I hope I don't wake up in the night with hunger pains!
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I am off to get my beauty rest! Until later...and I hope you enjoy reading (my pain and misery! HAHAHA!)
Friday, September 11, 2009
Dum dum dum....appointment day!
Today (9/11/09 - funny this was the start of it all 8 years ago!) was my first appointment day! I was nervous! I had little sleep, my mind would not shut off after last night. I thought about the first two weeks, the first month and what a year from now would look like. I fantasized about being happier with myself again and dare I say it...I let myself dream a little.
I got up excited to start my day! I was ready to be at the appointment with bells on. I arrived 10 mintues before my time, finally someone came out to greet me and check me in (they don't see patients on Friday's). I waited for a while past my time, but I knew a couple I met the night before was in there and I was excited for them as much as I was myself, and I even had the same excitment for my new friend (I knew she would be there after me, and I couldn't wait to share stories!)!!!
I was called back, I was so nervous! I had fasted all night and morning so I could do the blood work today and maybe secretively in my mind I thought maybe I would be a little lighter today. We went through my history, talked about the plan I would be on and then I was measured. After all that I had to pick the foods. GOODNESS! I was overwhelmed but hanging in there. My friend showed up and that helped a lot! We laughed and I made some choices on what would be my meals for breakfast and lunch. My friend and I made appointments back to back for 1 week from today and soon after she was called back to have her appointment. As I left she yells to me..."you better not miss your appointment!", I laughed and said "I will be here with bells on!!!".
It is really an incredible feeling to have someone you can talk to that is doing it also. Now granted she isn't a skinny girl in a fat chick by any means, but she still wants to go to her ideal weight and I applaud her for that. I mean come on...I am sure we all know how it feels no matter how much weight we are packing on us.
I went to the grocery store with a list of veggies I could have and bought them. I also have to have bread so I made a dark rye choice (not everyone gets to eat bread, pasta and such just so you know). I am not to happy with it either as it will slow my weight loss down, but I figure as I lose the weight maybe I can come off the stuff like most everyone else. Upon arriving at home I started packing up the veggies and salad to make it easy to just grab and eat etc. I am all about easy and quick!
Since it is so late in the day I decided I will start tomorrow fresh and new, but tonight I will not eat carbs, I will stick to a healthy selection just as if I was having started today.
I got up excited to start my day! I was ready to be at the appointment with bells on. I arrived 10 mintues before my time, finally someone came out to greet me and check me in (they don't see patients on Friday's). I waited for a while past my time, but I knew a couple I met the night before was in there and I was excited for them as much as I was myself, and I even had the same excitment for my new friend (I knew she would be there after me, and I couldn't wait to share stories!)!!!
I was called back, I was so nervous! I had fasted all night and morning so I could do the blood work today and maybe secretively in my mind I thought maybe I would be a little lighter today. We went through my history, talked about the plan I would be on and then I was measured. After all that I had to pick the foods. GOODNESS! I was overwhelmed but hanging in there. My friend showed up and that helped a lot! We laughed and I made some choices on what would be my meals for breakfast and lunch. My friend and I made appointments back to back for 1 week from today and soon after she was called back to have her appointment. As I left she yells to me..."you better not miss your appointment!", I laughed and said "I will be here with bells on!!!".
It is really an incredible feeling to have someone you can talk to that is doing it also. Now granted she isn't a skinny girl in a fat chick by any means, but she still wants to go to her ideal weight and I applaud her for that. I mean come on...I am sure we all know how it feels no matter how much weight we are packing on us.
I went to the grocery store with a list of veggies I could have and bought them. I also have to have bread so I made a dark rye choice (not everyone gets to eat bread, pasta and such just so you know). I am not to happy with it either as it will slow my weight loss down, but I figure as I lose the weight maybe I can come off the stuff like most everyone else. Upon arriving at home I started packing up the veggies and salad to make it easy to just grab and eat etc. I am all about easy and quick!
Since it is so late in the day I decided I will start tomorrow fresh and new, but tonight I will not eat carbs, I will stick to a healthy selection just as if I was having started today.
First day jitters...
So last night (9/10) I went to a meeting about "The last diet you will ever need". I had done my homework and wanted to give it a shot. There were some nice people there, some knew about the program some didn't and some just producing some negative energy, but you know if you aren't happy with yourself...you can't be happy with anyone else either!
After the meeting I made the appointment...I did it! I really made the appointment, it meant a lot to me, I mean come on...who is my support?? Locally I will have my coach, and a friend I made at the meeting. Beyond that unless you are really doing the program I don't think you have a clue on how to be supportive. No having someone eat stuff you enjoyed (past tense) in front of you is not being supportive!!!
I was nervous, I was doing this alone, but for me I have to do this. I am tired of being this way, I was not born this way and it only really packed on in the last 8 years. This is my 2nd chance at life and a happier me.
I will be posting daily to keep myself honest and to maybe help someone else keep honest or help themseleves.
Stay tuned!
After the meeting I made the appointment...I did it! I really made the appointment, it meant a lot to me, I mean come on...who is my support?? Locally I will have my coach, and a friend I made at the meeting. Beyond that unless you are really doing the program I don't think you have a clue on how to be supportive. No having someone eat stuff you enjoyed (past tense) in front of you is not being supportive!!!
I was nervous, I was doing this alone, but for me I have to do this. I am tired of being this way, I was not born this way and it only really packed on in the last 8 years. This is my 2nd chance at life and a happier me.
I will be posting daily to keep myself honest and to maybe help someone else keep honest or help themseleves.
Stay tuned!
Background Information
This is not meant to offend just record and hey if it helps others than so be it.
**Warning...I will be honest and brutal, but it is all directed at ME!
This is not a typical diet. This is a medically supervised diet, not all Dr.'s are using this but it has been around for 25 years and you can't beat science!
For those interested...ask me for details.
**Warning...I will be honest and brutal, but it is all directed at ME!
This is not a typical diet. This is a medically supervised diet, not all Dr.'s are using this but it has been around for 25 years and you can't beat science!
For those interested...ask me for details.
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