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But I'm having a heck of a time getting this weight off, seems like it's one step forward and two steps back. I was wondering how you keep your carbs in order to lose. There's another forum that says 35 or less to lose but I feel likethats really low. They also have a back on track plan but there's no way I an afford the shakes they are selling.
Okay I'm done whining now!
Have a good evening
These are just general suggestions. Always do what is best for you and ALWAYS do what your surgeon/doctors say above any suggestions and information you read
Good Luck!
HW:330 - GW:150 - MW:118-125
RW:190 - CW:130
I do drink a multivitium drink that has 400 mg of potassium. That seems to help. But it's something to keep in mind . . .
Yesterday went well, until I went off plan and had some beer - which lead to nibbling. Socializing is a problem for me. I don't do it every day, but I do notice that it has a linger effect. I think I'm going to have to not drink alcohol in order to be consistant.
Today's food plan
B: protein shake, greek 100 yogurt, 1/4 c. granola
lunch: Sante Fe Bistro salad
s: beef jerky
dinner: hamburger (finishing off the amount bought), 1 slice oatbread, cucumber
s: protein shake
Why do you recommend low fiber foods? I need the fiber to keep from getting constipated and they help me stay away for unhealthy choices between meals. I figure fiber goes right through without being absorbed so they don't count for calories. Also soluble fiber decreases cholesterol. Without fiber I would eat a tremendous amount of calories. I am now on the Mayo clinic diet (I've tried them all) and they want 30 gms of fiber a day. Even for me that is difficult sometimes. thanks, Tri
I am getting all my water in. Life has been very busy. It is hard for me to stop drinking coffee and start pushing water in the afternoon. I add Crystal light packets to a pitcher of water. That helps. I used to drink appletini and margharita Crystal light but I can't find it anymore. Lemonade is good though. Take care, Tri
Good Morning Botts
I joined the Mayo Clinic diet on the web for tracking food. Between all the different diets I have been on this summer I am down 11 lbs. since mid June. Their diet uses rules, behavior changes and generally healthy diet. The food/exercise trackers are accurate, but they charge $4 a week. I figure I am worth it. They want me to eat 4 veggies (or more) each day and at least 3 fruits. All carbs are high fiber and they want 30 gms of fiber a day, 90 gms of protein, 75 calories of sweets/alcohol limit, healthy fats and lean protein and dairy. They want 8 glasses of water (not including coffee) so I am doing well with the water challenge. Snacks are only fruits and veggies so this is a change for me, but it works. I do read all your posts and am happy we are all losing this summer. Take care, Tri
You have already taken the hardest step by saying enough is enough and now I want to get back on track. Here are some steps I hope will help you. They helped me...
Planning/Preparing
Remember when we were preparing for surgery? How many meetings, classes and such did we attend? We were told the more prepared we were the better our chances were for success. And they were right. Go through the house, car and work place and get rid of trigger foods. Stock up on foods that will keep you on track. I removed every carb/sugar temptation and replaced it with lots of protein, veggies and fruits.
Journaling
Get back to journaling. This will help you identify when you feel like eating, stress factors and any triggers in your life. Once you identify these factors, this will help you put tools in place to keep you from eating. It became clear I was not taking time for me anymore. I worked my day job and then spent the rest of my time caring for my husband. It was easy to reach for fast, prepackaged food. Since I purged my home I have to eat clean as there are no other options LOL
Use a tool to track you're eating and exercise like Getting Started with Health Tracker
Once I started to track ever bite and drink it became clear why I had gained.
Goals/Rewards
Make a list of goals for yourself. Make them realistic and small. Some of mine were move more, purge all junk from my home, eat more protein.
Food
In general, a long term post-weight loss surgery eating plan includes foods that are high in protein, and low in fat, fiber, calories, and sugar. Important vitamins and minerals are provided as supplements. (if you had a different surgery adjust this to your food plan)
Water
Water is our Best Friend. I have to say I never went back to pop or any bad drinks, however I was drinking tea like crazy. What is wrong with drinking tea? I was either using sugar or 3 equals and 3 sweet n lows per 32 ounce glass. So I was either pushing to be diabetic or get cancer
. I found once I started carrying a bottle of water around 24/7 (yes had one at my bedside) I lost the cravings for the sugar and I KNOW those artificial sweeteners are not good for me. Look I am old and if you add up all the artificial sweeteners I have consumed I am sure I am at the rat in the lab getting cancer threshold
MOVE!
I can't say enough about how key this was for me. The reason I kept my weight off for almost 10 years was no matter what I kept moving. If I could not go to the gym I would walk. I loved Zumba, bootcamp workouts, lift weights. When I stopped, the weight came on. So for me I am starting slow to avoid injury by walking and using some of the workouts on my Demand TV. Find something you love to do and it won't feel like a pain in the *** to do daily.
Support
If it's an option "run" don't walk to a support group.
Keep me posted on how you are doing
HW:330 - GW:150 - MW:118-125
RW:190 - CW:130
have you try to make a mineral rich water? I use that. It has potassium and magnesium.. (it also helps with constipation).
I add some stevia to taste. I mix one package into 2 servings.. You can find that on line or in most health food stores. Sometimes they sell that as individual pockets so you can try it..
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value | |
| Calories | 0 | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0%* |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Calcium (as calcium carbonate) | 100 mg | 10% |
| Magnesium (as magnesium hydroxide, magnesium carbonate) | 120 mg | 30% |
| Manganese (as manganese gluconate) | 2 mg | 100% |
| Chromium (as chromium aspartate) | 20 mcg | 17% |
| Potassium (as potassium bicarbonate, potassium carbonate) | 408 mg | 12% |
| Stevia (leaf extract) | 10 mg | † |
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*Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. †Daily Value not established. |
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Hala. RNY 5/14/2008; Happy At Goal =HAG
"I can eat or do anything I want to - as long as I am willing to deal with the consequences"
"Failure is not falling down, It is not getting up once you fell... So pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again...."
Today's food plan
B: Protien shake on way to work, 1 egg, cheese sausage breakfast taco
No snack - not hungry! :-)
L: Spinach salad w/ chicken (Trying to get more potassium w/o bananas)
S: Bistro side salad (bought for lunch, but going to have for late snack)
D: 1 lean hamburger patty, cheese, mini cucumbers (2-3)
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