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Topic: RE: Tuesday's Plan
abount 1100 calories and 82 grams protein.
a little heavy on the calories, but might not be measuring quite right or need as much food.
a little heavy on the calories, but might not be measuring quite right or need as much food.
Topic: RE: Tuesday's Plan
Quick question for breakfast you put a vanilla protein shake, milk and "ORANGE CRYSTAL LIGHT DRINK MIX" how exactly do you prepare this? Is the orange drink mix prepared already or do you add the crystal light powder mix to the protein powder? It sounds like a creamsicle? Please share?
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Topic: RE: Tuesday's Plan
bamma sounds like a good plan.. have you added up calories and pro.?
here is plan for today
breakafast: EAS carb advantage shake (110 calories 17g )
lunch: pouch of tuna with ff merical whip and 6 wheat thins (145 cal and 20 g.)
snack: greek yougert (140 cal 20g)
snack 2( having a late dinner)pure protein bar (200 cal 20 g.)
dinner baked halibut and 1/2 baked potaoe ( not sure)
so my totals should be under 1000 cal and around 100g for the day
hope every one has a good day
Dave
here is plan for today
breakafast: EAS carb advantage shake (110 calories 17g )
lunch: pouch of tuna with ff merical whip and 6 wheat thins (145 cal and 20 g.)
snack: greek yougert (140 cal 20g)
snack 2( having a late dinner)pure protein bar (200 cal 20 g.)
dinner baked halibut and 1/2 baked potaoe ( not sure)
so my totals should be under 1000 cal and around 100g for the day
hope every one has a good day
Dave
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Topic: Tuesday's Plan
Well, yesterday went super!!! I ate very well, suffered through a huge craving, and even lost .6 pounds!!!! So here we go....day 2
Breakfast: Vanilla shake with smart balance fat free milk and crystal light orange drink mix.
Lunch: 1 cup spaghetti sauce with about 2 tablespoons spaghetti and 1/8th cup fresh parmesan cheese.
Dinner: Steak, baked potato fries, salad with dressing.
I have snacks of sugar free chocolate mousse, California mixture, which is a mix of almonds, pistachios, cranberries and raisins (2 ounces), and cheese sticks if necessary. I will probably not need a snack this morning, but I will have one or two this afternoon, as I won't be home until about 8:00 for dinner.
My goal this week is to lose between .2 and .5 pounds a day. So far, so good!
Breakfast: Vanilla shake with smart balance fat free milk and crystal light orange drink mix.
Lunch: 1 cup spaghetti sauce with about 2 tablespoons spaghetti and 1/8th cup fresh parmesan cheese.
Dinner: Steak, baked potato fries, salad with dressing.
I have snacks of sugar free chocolate mousse, California mixture, which is a mix of almonds, pistachios, cranberries and raisins (2 ounces), and cheese sticks if necessary. I will probably not need a snack this morning, but I will have one or two this afternoon, as I won't be home until about 8:00 for dinner.
My goal this week is to lose between .2 and .5 pounds a day. So far, so good!
Topic: RE: IDK what's wrong with me?
First, there is nothing wrong with you! Second, take a deep breath, slow down, and regroup. Okay, now let's tackle your problem.
1. There are all kinds of things out there that you and kids can eat, that would not cost you any more money than you are spending now. A healthy alternative to chicken nuggets and tater tots...try breading your own chicken and baking it, serve it with fat free ranch dressing, or even catsup. Tater tots can be substituted by baked potato slices, just cut up potatoes (regular or sweet), you can cut them in cubes or slices, add some olive oil and favorite seasoning. I like cajon spice rubs or barbaque spices. Bake them until they are brown. Both of these cook up in about a half an hour, and can be reheated or even eaten cold. Sugar free jello or sugar free/fat free puddings, sugar free popsicles, and frozen fat free yogurt are also great. You can even make your own pudding pops with the fat free sugar free pudding. You would be very surprised what young children will eat given the opportunity. My 4 year old grandson loves salmon! He also likes haddock, tilapia and shrimp. Tilapia is a wonderful lower price alternative to other fish. What about tuna for lunch, or egg salad. Cheese sticks, celery with peanut butter, protein bars, protein shakes. Why do you even have fluff in the house??? There is so much more that you could buy that costs the same or less. You just have to look for it.
2. Exercise is so easy with little kids. Go out and play baseball, or kick a ball around the yard. Take a walk, blow bubbles, go to the neighborhood pool or lake, run through a sprinkler. You would be amazed at how happy they will be that you are doing things with them.
3. Set a timer to remind you to eat. I bet you have a cell phone, and there is an alarm on the cell phone. USE IT! You don't have to eat a lot, just a small snack or meal. Use a small plate, a baby spoon, a baby fork...yup I bet you have those around the house! Make meal time a happy time, sit down, make the time to eat.
4. STOP MAKING EXCUSES. Yup, now I am going to be hard on you. Stop feeling sorry for yourself. You can do this if you think you can. Cut out the nonsense, and start talking to yourself in a positive manner. If you find yourself craving something, chose the alternative. Or you can say no! Ask yourself, is it easier to make excuses and say that you can't do this than it is to just say no, walk away, and take your kids for a walk, or read a book if they are napping, or turn on Comcast and tune to the exercise channel and do a workout? Stop and think, then do. It is hard for all of us to lose weight, but it is even harder to continue to lose weight and keep it off after the surgery. This is not a magic switch, you still have to work at it, eat right, exercise, make good choices. But you need to start now in order to have your surgery be a success.
So if you have read this far, you are ready to make changes. If you haven't, well, I can only hope that you do read all of this at one point. As my mom would say....
**** or get off the pot....make a choice NOW!!!
Let me know what decision you made.
1. There are all kinds of things out there that you and kids can eat, that would not cost you any more money than you are spending now. A healthy alternative to chicken nuggets and tater tots...try breading your own chicken and baking it, serve it with fat free ranch dressing, or even catsup. Tater tots can be substituted by baked potato slices, just cut up potatoes (regular or sweet), you can cut them in cubes or slices, add some olive oil and favorite seasoning. I like cajon spice rubs or barbaque spices. Bake them until they are brown. Both of these cook up in about a half an hour, and can be reheated or even eaten cold. Sugar free jello or sugar free/fat free puddings, sugar free popsicles, and frozen fat free yogurt are also great. You can even make your own pudding pops with the fat free sugar free pudding. You would be very surprised what young children will eat given the opportunity. My 4 year old grandson loves salmon! He also likes haddock, tilapia and shrimp. Tilapia is a wonderful lower price alternative to other fish. What about tuna for lunch, or egg salad. Cheese sticks, celery with peanut butter, protein bars, protein shakes. Why do you even have fluff in the house??? There is so much more that you could buy that costs the same or less. You just have to look for it.
2. Exercise is so easy with little kids. Go out and play baseball, or kick a ball around the yard. Take a walk, blow bubbles, go to the neighborhood pool or lake, run through a sprinkler. You would be amazed at how happy they will be that you are doing things with them.
3. Set a timer to remind you to eat. I bet you have a cell phone, and there is an alarm on the cell phone. USE IT! You don't have to eat a lot, just a small snack or meal. Use a small plate, a baby spoon, a baby fork...yup I bet you have those around the house! Make meal time a happy time, sit down, make the time to eat.
4. STOP MAKING EXCUSES. Yup, now I am going to be hard on you. Stop feeling sorry for yourself. You can do this if you think you can. Cut out the nonsense, and start talking to yourself in a positive manner. If you find yourself craving something, chose the alternative. Or you can say no! Ask yourself, is it easier to make excuses and say that you can't do this than it is to just say no, walk away, and take your kids for a walk, or read a book if they are napping, or turn on Comcast and tune to the exercise channel and do a workout? Stop and think, then do. It is hard for all of us to lose weight, but it is even harder to continue to lose weight and keep it off after the surgery. This is not a magic switch, you still have to work at it, eat right, exercise, make good choices. But you need to start now in order to have your surgery be a success.
So if you have read this far, you are ready to make changes. If you haven't, well, I can only hope that you do read all of this at one point. As my mom would say....
**** or get off the pot....make a choice NOW!!!
Let me know what decision you made.
Topic: RE: We need a NH get-together!!!
Most Definately Lisa....
What about a day at a park that is close to everyone. If there is a lake or pool, that is even better. We could plan a picnic, activities, or just hang out together.
What about a day at a park that is close to everyone. If there is a lake or pool, that is even better. We could plan a picnic, activities, or just hang out together.
dorenzotomas
on 7/12/10 9:57 pm
on 7/12/10 9:57 pm
Topic: RE: IDK what's wrong with me?
I don't think there is anything wrong with you that isn't wrong with a lot of us. Especially those of us with a young family. It would be easier to eat well if it weren't so expensive. I was fortunate enough to lose the requisite amount of weight but crushed when my appointment with the surgeon was booked seven weeks out. I need to keep my weight in chec****il then. losing it was one thing but not gaining it back will be even harder. I have also been told that the surgery date will likely be a month out from the day I see the surgeon. I don't know how long I can maintain this. If I could do this through sheer will power I wouldn't be having surgery! Best of luck. you are not alone!
D
D
Topic: RE: We need a NH get-together!!!
sounds like fun!
what part of NH are most members from?
what part of NH are most members from?
There is no need to look back unless you plan on going that way!
Topic: RE: New here! and have got some questions...
Hi there I'm in the same boat! I've made the step and called DHMC in Manchester and started last OCTOBER I'm still in the program but it's been an emotional rollercoaster for me. I've done all the requirements they need of me the only requirement left is 10 lbs to lose. That's all Manchester requires is 10 lbs it's rediculous It's taking me months to stop this up and down rollercoaster game! I get so close to the mark then bam gain it back! I'm determined and motivated to get my rear end in gear and I need encouragement! I think we all here need a friend to talk to and knows what we are going through here!!
If your interested in Manchester all they require is 10 lbs weight loss, a letter of medical necessity from your primary care, proof that insurance will pay for the procedure. You have to do a minimum of 3 seminars they are the 2nd Friday of every month. Your BMI has to be within 40-60.
Dr.Gould is the surgeon and he will do the procedure you choose at Elliot!
Feel free to email me if you have any questions or just need to vent!
Colleen
[email protected]
If your interested in Manchester all they require is 10 lbs weight loss, a letter of medical necessity from your primary care, proof that insurance will pay for the procedure. You have to do a minimum of 3 seminars they are the 2nd Friday of every month. Your BMI has to be within 40-60.
Dr.Gould is the surgeon and he will do the procedure you choose at Elliot!
Feel free to email me if you have any questions or just need to vent!
Colleen
[email protected]
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Topic: IDK what's wrong with me?
I don't know why I hear I have to lose 10 lbs and I simply cannot do it. I'm a SAHM of a 9 yr old and 2 two yr old twins and you would think I'd be super busy and moving my ass around alot and can lose 10 lousy ass pounds! I've been up and down for months to make this work! I don't eat when I'm suppose too, or when I do there's nothing in my house I can eat that's decent for me or something that makes sense to eat. It's summer time with all the running around we are doing there's so much going out to eat, or the stuff in my fridge goes bad because we didn't eat it in time. Or there's only so much left and no money until pay day to do another grocery, so what's healthy and edible I give to my kids and I'll be ok with a peanut butter and Jelly sandwhich or tater tots and chicken nuggets! I really don't want that but it is what it is and IDK what to do about it! I thought this summer was going to be so much easier for me. With being outdoors, swimming etc. NOOOO I find myself craving the hell out of ice cream and there's nothing in the house, no candy, no chocolate nothing. OH But I somehow managed to find the container of FLUFF in the cabinet and helped myself to at least 5 heaping spoonfuls of it to satisfy my sugar craving. This isn't good! I've done all my paper work and dr appts, psych evals in January too etc. The Dr will be 100% covered and all I have to do is drop the 10 lbs then I can schedule to MEET with the surgeon. Who knows how long that will be just to meet him!
Sorry I just had to vent. I wish I could on my facebook page but almost everyone that reads my stuff on there thinks what I'm doing is either ok or rediculous!
Sorry I just had to vent. I wish I could on my facebook page but almost everyone that reads my stuff on there thinks what I'm doing is either ok or rediculous!
HOPING TO HAVE A SUCCESSFUL JOURNEY! EAGER TO MEET PEOPLE IN MY POSITION!
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