carb addict

I need to say out loud----"I am a carb addict".

I had surgery Sept. 29/08 and have lost only 27-30 pounds (been yo yoing.)

This is not going to work for me unless I quit eating carbs, they set me off!
 
This is a scary thing for me.

Help, anyone???

Jeane

Jeanne

You answered your question.   You must stop eating carbs.   Keep in mind it turns into sugar.  Sugar makes us hungry.   

There is no easy way you have to stop!    1)  Start by no more white breads.   only Whole wheat.. yeah yeah I know does not taste as good.     2) start counting your carbs. you must get back to 30 grams a week  

Are you doing your protein shakes? Are you eating enough protein too?  Drinking fluids?  Sugar Free?   

You may want to have a chat with your NUT for some help too.   See the doctor for a fill??

You can do this! 

I like wheat bread ok, and usually have it, but need to stick to it from now on.

I haven't been doing my protein shakes on a regular basis, probably 1-2 a day instead of 3.  I try to drink and don't drink sugar sodas or anything.

I do have an appointment with the surgeon this next week.  And I think i need to see the nutritionist again.
 
Thanks,

Jeane

You probably need to rid your body of its carb craving rather than trying to cut them down gradually  - and I only say that because carb cravings are so strong - - I recommend the 5 day pouch plan which will help you get rid of your carb cravings and then you can reintroduce healthy carbs on a controlled basis .... and you will probably lose weight on the pouch plan too which is encouraging as well....

Good luck and hope this helps

Jackie

Can you send me th 5 day pouch plan???

Jeane

Of course - here is the link to the plan on Kaye Bailey's website

http://www.5daypouchtest.com/plan/theplan.html

Jackie

Thanks, Jackie

I am going to start it tomorrow.


Jeane

Now remember it will not be easy to have a couple of days of liquids  - but if you can get through that,  the rest wil be easier....  good luck... if you need any help just PM me because we did teach this at our support group before........ so I can help if you get stuck...

Jackie

I made a post today about the 5 day pouch test as well. I plan to start tomorrow. Please keep in touch with me and let me know how it goes for you.

Good luck.

Thanks, Penny