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Still working out what maintenance will be like...
*sigh* English muffins and spaghetti in the same week=swollen ankles and water weight. Not worried about it, just danged mad that, repeat after me, "Kes can NOT eat wheat!!!!"
/rant off/
It's been a busy week, not much going on, not recording as I figure out what's going to be 'allowed' on my new lifestyle.
So, this week, and until I reach the goal, are going to be pretty strict Keto and OMAD. I guess flirting with maintenance before getting to goal is a little foolish. But, hey, it's like the rest of my life, right? I still want to try baking with the Mediterranean wheat I found online, but I'll wait until I see that 'magic' number on the scales. Dinner tonight is a grilled chicken thigh and a cold asparagus salad.
The weather in Coastal Carolina has been chilly the last few days, but we're warming back up now. After nearly 17 years here, my blood has thinned, and I really feel the chill in the air. On the plus side, however, is that I'm MUCH more able to tolerate the long, muggy summers.
We had fun at work with Halloween today. Almost everyone pulled out their finest themed garments, so we were a colorful bunch! I have a pair of scrub pants with stylized skulls on them, and a black t-shirt with a witch on a broom with the caption, "Wicked!". The pants were VERY baggy, but I kept them up with the drawstring.
It was time to upgrade my phone, so I ordered the next generation of my old one. It's taken me 2 days to get it activated and figure out how to transfer all my data. I'm techie compared to many folks my age, but I'm still far from your average 6 year-old. But I finally managed to save all my contacts and content, and get it transferred to the new phone. I was shuddering at having to manually enter all my contact info, since it's both my personal phone and my work phone.
Wishing you all a hauntingly beautiful Halloween!
~Kes
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73.5 kg
Lost so far: 17.2 kg.
Still to go: 5.4 kg.
Diet followed: Poorly.
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View Diet Calendar, 31 October 2017:
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530 kcal
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Fat: 41.08g | Prot: 33.32g | Carbs: 6.63g.
Breakfast: Coffee (Brewed From Grounds), Pyure Stevia Sweetener, Half and Half Cream, Atkins French Vanilla Shake. Dinner: Tone's Italian Seasoning (No Salt No MSG), Bragg Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Bertolli Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Cooked Asparagus (Canned), Badia Complete Seasoning, Chicken Thigh. more...
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2805 kcal
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Exercise:
Washing Dishes - 30 minutes, Housework - 20 minutes, Watching TV/Computer - 9 hours, Showering - 8 minutes, Cooking - 15 minutes, Sleeping - 8 hours, Resting - 4 hours and 2 minutes, Blowdrying hair - 30 minutes, Driving - 1 hour and 15 minutes. more...
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Gaining 3.4 kg a Week
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Thanks for the encouragement, Bill! I've given myself a range of acceptable weight, but it's predicated by *being* at goal. I stepped outside the wiggle room this week, so it's back to knuckling down for a bit. You are an inspiration!
31 Oct 17 by member: mskestrela
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Can you eat gluten free flours (sorry if I've already asked you this)? Sounds like you had a lot of Halloween fun at work 👻
01 Nov 17 by member: Doobrie
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It seems we always have body fluctuations, up , down, and then we take care of it and move on !!!
01 Nov 17 by member: DO N OK
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You can try this:
Reduce carbs increase protein which is important to water balance. Protein in the blood pulls extra water out of the laces it accumulates. Also, take a look at your sodium intake, and reduce it - fight the urge to find food flavorless. Stay away from any convenience meals - packaged, prepared foods, and avoid msg preservative foods. Increase physical activity, (maybe just little more walking or steps per day), not for the calorie burn, but for increased circulation, helping to increase the removal of water from your system.
Also, look at your medications, if you take any on a regular basis, check for water retention as a side effect. If you continue to have problems, consult your doctor to ensure there is not an underlying cause that needs addressing. Time expected to see changes? Give yourself 1 month to change your protein balance and see consistent results. although this may be no problem for you, and if this is the case, you can look for good results within a couple of weeks.
Be prepared for the reality that maintenance is a two year reset of the metabolism. Your brain needs that time to adjust to your new weight as normal. Don't get discouraged! After your brain is comfortable with your new weight, it will stop thinking you're starving, and your new metabolic rate can also be enhanced with more exercise.
When your metabolism is newly set, you will see a normal water fluctuation of - perhaps - 2 pounds a day. AND you may find that after this point, a few treats won't upset the balance, nor be immediately stored!
01 Nov 17 by member: Susan C Steckov BSN
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I viewed your profile and see you've done the Atkins, maybe you've also tried others. Habitual dieting, and depriving yourself of macronutrients, of any kind, can set you up for a harder path when you finally try sensible lifestyle changes in terms of diet.
If you're unsure as to how much protein you need, as I recommended increasing them, the best resource is doing an online search where you can find a calculator that can help you determine your individual need.
01 Nov 17 by member: Susan C Steckov BSN
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Try einkorn flour; I understand it is very good for people with wheat intolerance.
01 Nov 17 by member: ApacheTiger37
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Hi Girlfriend!!!! Sounds like you are doing well! Miss you!
01 Nov 17 by member: iulani
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Great suggestion! Gluten intolerance is on the rise since geneticists have been altering the grains. Usually people are born with Celiac Disease, (gluten intolerance), but more people are developing this problem well into adulthood.
01 Nov 17 by member: Susan C Steckov BSN
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I do the SAME thing! I have been on a bagel jag lately...just cannot seem to let go of wanting to eat like other people...
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Hi Iulani! Long time, no see! @HCB, and once you give in 'just this once' it grabs you and holds on for dear life! @Susan, I've been keto for nearly 2 years, and only just recently figured out that my protein macros have been WAY too low. I've been paying more attention to it for the last couple of weeks, though.I also found out that American wheat has a compound in it that is unique, and that many people who have developed celiac and other sensitivities are actually allergic to *glutanin*. @Apache Tiger, I just found out about einkorn last week. I plan on ordering some as soon as my big work order clears the bank.
02 Nov 17 by member: mskestrela
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