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Hisgal
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Posted: 23 May 2006 10:43 pm |
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Well, my weekend was not controlled eating....at least some of it Friday was OK, except for the Papa Murphy's pizza. I let me husband talk me into that. But, he drove into town with me to haul my composted manure for my flower beds and the weed 'n feed for my dandelions home for me. So, I hated to say no to him. Saturday, he had his American Legion BBQ dinner fundraiser. I tried to get our daughter to go with him, while I watched the grandsons, but it didn't work. The food is the same every year, so I knew it wouldn't be good choices, and if it was in front of me, I'd eat it. Sunday, we trimmed the woods and burned brush, followed by a weiner roast with the grandkids. The Some'mores and the weiners were not good for my totals. Monday's lunch out with the boss went OK, as it was at Applebee's and they have a Weight Watchers menu, so I knew my totals when I ordered. Today was lunch out for my sister-in-laws birthday, at the local Mexican restaurant. I had a veggie burrito, which was very good. I still need to figure out my totals there, but it shouldn't be too overwhelming. The burrito was stuffed with mushrooms, broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, black beans, rice and topped with a red (tomato) sauce. No cheese or meat. Seems like this month has been one challenge or exception after another. I'm not going to reach my 10 pound loss goal by June 1. Will have to reset my goals.....
Friday, May 19 calories-2021 protein-25.3% fat-27.4% fiber-46.5 g.
Saturday, May 20 calories-2075 protein-25% fat-28.8% fiber-50.5 g.
Sunday, May 21 calories-2501 protein-13.8% fat-29.1% fiber-42.65 g.
Monday, May 22 calories-1745 protein-35% fat-12.2% fiber-47.1 grams
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Hisgal
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Posted: 24 May 2006 08:59 pm |
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Tuesday, May 23 calories-2132 protein-16.5% fat-18.3% fiber-55.3%
Well, 4 out of the last 5 days have been over 2000 calories I know that in the old days I was scarfing down 3000-3500 a day, and high fat, low fiber...but I feel out of control. I've eaten out for lunch the last 2 days, and 5 minutes ago, my boss asked if I'd like to go out to lunch today Grrrrrr! I just want to feel like I am back in control again, and certain that when I step on that scale, that it will reflect the way I've been eating....and be on a downward trend!
This long holiday weekend will be a challenge, I know. We are going out to eat Saturday night, and the kids will all be home to help us burn brush on Sunday, and we'll have a weiner roast again. I need to remember to pick up some light or whole wheat buns and use the soy brats I have in the freezer. If I drown them in onions and mustard, it will be OK. Otherwise, we will be working on our weekly 8 hours of lawn mowing, preparing the flowers beds (a couple of hundred feet of them) and planting the vegetable garden. Should be an active weekend, anyway:D
Tomorrow is weigh-in day, and I'm dreading it, because of all I've eaten this past week. Going to Curves today, for the first time this week. I see it's almost 80 degrees outside already, but should go walking this noon too. I'll bring my water with and it'll be OK. Hisgal
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Hisgal
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Posted: 26 May 2006 02:32 am |
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Wednesday, May 24 calories-1938 protein-21.9% fat-14.3% fiber-60.8 grams
Well, I think the percentages look good, it's the calories that are still high. Even with all the many things I eat during the day, I get cravings and eat too much. I'm thinking it's the whole wheat pitas and whole grain wraps that are getting me going. Bread products have always been my weakness. Once I start on them, it's like they trigger my craving center. Last night we had 100% whole wheat spaghetti with organic vegetable spaghetti sauce. I sprinkled a little bit of mozzarella flavored soy cheese on it, with a slice of 100% whole wheat toast, a tsp of Promise Light and a little garlic salt. That should have filled me up....but all night I was looking for something else to eat I ended up having a single serve bag of low fat popcorn, a Blue Bunny Healthy Creations frozen bar, and a homemade protein bar. Granted all that was only an additional 275 calories (for a lot of food), but it was the out of control feeling that I didn't like
Today was weigh in, and I was up 1.8 lbs. Not a surprise, as my fingers felt so stiff from water retention. At least while I was overeating all week, I kept track of everything and wrote it down, so I know it shouldn't be real weight. My BMR is 2038, and I was at Curves and walking too. I should have burned off any extra calories I ate.
Well, I need to survive the holiday weekend and get back at it soon!
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CapeCoddess
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Posted: 26 May 2006 03:29 pm |
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" Bread products have always been my weakness."
Honestly, HisGal, some of the things you write about I could have written myself. I have a terrible 'addiction' to baked goods. I'm always trying some new (or repeated) way of handeling it. At the moment I'm trying to keep my carb eating to the first half of the day after hitting them pretty heavily a few days ago.
btw, kidney beans are good with spaghetti and tom sauce, and really fill me up so I'm not prowlling the kitchen later.
Anyway, know that I'm rootin' for ya!!! You've come a long way and you're doing great!
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Hisgal
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Posted: 26 May 2006 07:08 pm |
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CapeCoddess,
Thanks for the encouraging words:D We sure all need them, don't we? It's what I love about this site.
So, has it helped to eat most of your carbs in the first half of the day? I've been eating more protein in the morning, and having the bread carbs after I get home from work. But, then I just want more all evening Of course, I choose only whole grains (pitas, flat wraps, whole grain breads, brown rice, 100% whole wheat pasta) but, although it is filling, those nasty cravings for more start in.
Last night I worked until 7:00 (then was heading straight to church for an Ascension service). I brought some cole slaw mix, dressing and a protein bar along to eat, so I wouldn't go too long without food. I was so busy, that I never had time to eat it. So, I stopped at a local fast food restaurant (not a national chain) for a sandwich. They have a deli sandwhich on whole grain bread that's really good. Of course it's better with the mayo and bacon on it, but I had them leave that off, just the turkey slices, lettuce, tomato, onion and mustard. I don't know if it was a psychological thing, (because it was a sandwich from a restaurant) but I was full and very satisfied. I had another mini-meal after church, and was right in my target range for the day.
That idea of beans in the spaghetti sauce is a good one. I'll have to try that. I know the beans on my salad at lunch really make that meal stick with me!
Success and Blessings to you CapeCoddess Thanks again for the encouraging words:D
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Hisgal
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Posted: 26 May 2006 07:23 pm |
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Review of daily goals:
Calorie range (BMR-RMR less 15%) should be 1732-1673 calories per day
Protein-between 20-30% of daily totals
Fat-keep in below 20% of totals each day
Fiber-minimum of 40 grams of fiber. Remember fiber is suppose to help move the cholesterol through your body, so you don't absorb it. Remember, I need to lower my cholesterol, in my quest to become healthier.
Thursday, May 25
Calories-1641 Protein-25.4% Fat-18.6% Fiber-47.3 grams
I need to focus on healthy eating, and maintain a constant daily reaching of my goals. The weight will come off, if I do my part;) I can't get discouraged if I fail, and must get right back on track. I can't get upset and abandon my plan if I have a splurge meal each week. Look at that as a treat, not a failure. Just get right back on plan I can't be perfect, I can only do my best. God will give me the strength to continue, just keep praying. Have to keep up the days at Curves and the brisk walking (will be hard this weekend with forecasts in the 90's)
Have a great holiday weekend everybody! Keep as "on plan" as you can:)
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CapeCoddess
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Posted: 29 May 2006 07:00 pm |
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...has it helped to eat most of your carbs in the first half of the day?
It only helps if I DO it. But I seem to want what I want when I want it more than trying to stick to a plan. Like I'm having veggie soup for breakfast today instead of a carb like oatmeal. *shrug* And last nite I carbed out after work. I give up.
When will you find out if your cholesterol is down? *crossing finger*
CC
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Hisgal
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Posted: 1 June 2006 12:57 am |
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CapeCoddess,
So, when you do eat your carbs at the beginning of the day, don't you keep on craving them throughout the rest of the day? That's why I try to eat them at the end of the day, if I can. I really got the best weight loss results when I eliminated them completely from my diet. But, that's not something I can live with for the rest of my life. I am tempted to go back to no meat, no bread/pasta's until I get the last pounds off, but I hate the thought of it.
If you see the first post I did in my diary, I brought my cholesterol down dramatically when I went on the "Eat to Live" plan. I had it down a few years ago too, and it went right back up when I didn't eat properly. So, I need to remind myself once in a while, that I am doing this for my health....besides, I'd like to see how much more I can lower my cholesterol. You know....how low can I go? My next annual physical will be in December, so it's a ways off yet. I won't know until then.
I feel like I had a horrible weekend...food-wise. I did really good until Sunday evening. We had a bunch of family over for what was suppose to be a weiner roast, while we burned up excess brush from our wooded area. But, the wind was so high, we didn't dare start a fire. So, we started the grill instead. I wasn't going to write down what I ate and figure out my stats....but I decided if I want to continue to be accountable, I need to do it. I have to get some nutrition info off of packages at home, so will post my weekend totals tomorrow.
You know, it helps so much to know I'm not alone in this! I think of you CapeCodess when I struggle with not taking another whole wheat pita or second helping of brown rice. Or I think of Soontobeme, when I want to grab a soda pop. (which I haven't had since the end of Feb.) It's not that I can always win the battles, but knowing others are struggling with the same battles, makes them easier to bear. And maybe something one of you has said, will help me win one more battle then I would have otherwise.
Tomorrow is also my weigh-in day, so I'll have to face the music for all the splurges I seem to have had lately. Hisgal
Last edited on 1 June 2006 01:08 am by Hisgal
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trimB
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Posted: 1 June 2006 02:16 am |
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| What a great post! I think of my diary too, when something EEEEVILLLLL (trimmings from a cake, leftovers from a catered event, etc) is staring me in the face wondering if I will throw it away or eat it. I'm still not perfect, but it definitely helps.
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soontobeme
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Posted: 1 June 2006 05:41 am |
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Hi Pat,
I am back :D, sorry I was gone so long, at least I only gained 2 lbs, ate horribly, but didn't give in to the temptations of soda..........really the cravings weren't so bad for the soda. Everything else though.................boy, comfort food when you are sick is great, until you eat it and then you feel awful.
I started back at curves today, and tomorrow I am going to be holding myself accountable again. I will read over all your posts tomorrow. I am only allowed a small amount of time on the computer after work, because I have to be on it all day and not good for my eyes still, but they are improving, this is how I look all the time, day or night  , I guess you can say I wear my sunglasses at night. :P I am just so funny...................
Glad to see you are still trying
Judy :)
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Hisgal
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Posted: 1 June 2006 07:33 pm |
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Judy,
You must look like one cool dude with those shades on! Check out my note in your diary. Sooooo glad you are back:P Pat
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Hisgal
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Posted: 1 June 2006 08:45 pm |
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Well. I can see I have almost a week of totals to catch up on. At least I have been writing them down:D I carry my trusty little notebook with me wherever I go. And I make notes in it, of recipes that I've figured out the data for, or just the info on some of the things I eat most often. It's my own little reference guide;) Unfortunately, it's almost full, so I need to start a new one!
So, I wasn't going to write down what I ate Sunday or Monday, as I had eaten alot. But, I figured that if I was going to be accountable and not end up on a binge that would last days or weeks, I had better make myself write down and figure out exactly what was in the stuff I put in my mouth this weekend. If I'd done it as I was eating, I wouldn't have overeaten So here goes:
Friday, May 26 calories-1390 protein-24.8% fat-18.8% fiber-24.6 grams
Saturday, May 27 We went out to eat for dinner this evening. Knowing that, I ate light for the first part of the day, and allowed myself a splurge. I splurged on a reuben sandwich, but accompanied it with a salad with fat free drsg, fresh fruit, and a glass of wine.
calories-1717 protein-16.7% fat-28.9% fiber-35.2 grams
Sunday, May 28 calories-1770 protein-16.2% fat-26.1% fiber-37 grams
Monday, May 29 calories-2614 protein-15.7% fat-26.4% fiber-35.7 gr I ate a lot of food this day My big downfall was the entire spinach/mushroom pizza that I downed! Yikes! The good thing about Sunday and Monday, was that although I ate a lot of food...a lot of it was fresh fruit, or the chips were baked, or the crackers were 100% whole grain, the cream cheese was fat free, and the salsa is almost nothing. Without that 1120 calories of pizza, with 36 grams of fat, the day wouldn't have been so bad.
Tuesday, May 30 calories-1586 protein-18.9% fat-9.8% fiber-58.3
Wednesday, May 31 calories-1611 protein-22.6% fat-13.7% fiber-67.2 grams
Average of the week of 5/25 to 5/31
calories-1761 protein-19.5% fat-21% fiber-43.6 grams
Target range goal- calories 1673-1732 protein-over 20% fat-under 20% fiber-over 40 grams
So, maybe I am learning how to stay on plan and even control my splurges. I rarely have the bad food in the house, which helps immensely! My bad days weren't as bad as I thought they were, and for the week the averages weren't too far off my goal, although I need to watch the protein (it was low) and the fat(it was high) for the holiday weekend. I keep reading that my plan has to be one I can live with for the rest of my life. I can live with this one. I still rarely eat meat, and I don't miss it. I really enjoy it when I do eat it, though. I have certainly learned to love my veggies, and tried some new fruits.
I know that bread/pastas/rice are my addiction and downfall. But, I only eat 100% whole grain ones, which is a great improvement. I need to learn to cope with those in my diet, as I cannot give them up for life. That wouldn't be realistic. I am so glad that Trimblebe and others are adventurous enough to try new things....I really like the tuna salad recipe made with navy beans on my sun-dried tomato wrap. I have always said that I need to come up with delicious foods that I enjoy, so I don't keep eating the same old, same old and get bored with my way of eating. I don't often make hamburgers for my hubby, but during the summer, when I do, I throw a large portabella mushroom on the grill for me. I top it with lettuce, onion, and low fat ranch on a whole wheat bun, and it is delicious:yumm: I need to find a few more "summer" foods.
Well, today was weigh-in day....and not just weigh-in day, but the end of the 6 week challenge with Nancy at the office. I was hoping for 10 pounds down at the end of the 6 weeks, but that was probably unrealistic, as I'd just dropped 20 pounds over Lent. As I get closer to my goal, I know it will be slower and harder to lose. So, I am down 3.2 lbs in the 6 weeks, which puts me at 164.2 this morning. That's about a half a pound a week, which is OK with me. I just would like to have it all gone, fast, and work on maintaining. I need to see how I can add in my favorite breads/pastas and still keep losing and figure out how to keep my addiction under control. I love CapeCoddess' "brush the teeth" trick...that usually works for me too!;)
So, I now need to set a new mini-goal....and I think I will make it last until August 3. That's 9 weeks, and just before the big shopping trip with the high school girlfriends. I will set a goal of 10 pounds again...and work really hard on it this time. It's a little bit ambitious, maybe, but I know I can do it. My birthday is in that time frame too, so I want one splurge day for that. We always take the kids and families out for the birthdays, so I'll make that allowance there. We will also have a few days at the cabin, just before the 4th of July holiday.
Now, I have to check out the Perkins restaurant website, and choose a couple things that would be good choices for breakfast this Saturday morning. I have to go into this prepared...I need to know the numbers and what I'm choosing to put into my mouth. Thanks for all your support everyone! Stay strong and make good choices.:P
Last edited on 14 June 2006 07:11 am by Hisgal
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soontobeme
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Posted: 2 June 2006 07:32 am |
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Hi Pat,
Even though you had one bad day............all of them put together wasn't too bad. Glad to see that it did not discourage you badly and that you did continue to write it all down. I wish I had that much disipline, I am really bad about writing down everything after I eat it and then I have to remember what I ate, and sometimes I wonder if I forget something.
You are doing so good. I am happy for you. What an encouragement you are to me also.
Have a great day tomorrow.
Judy :)
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soontobeme
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Posted: 2 June 2006 07:32 am |
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Hi Pat,
Even though you had one bad day............all of them put together wasn't too bad. Glad to see that it did not discourage you badly and that you did continue to write it all down. I wish I had that much disipline, I am really bad about writing down everything after I eat it and then I have to remember what I ate, and sometimes I wonder if I forget something.
You are doing so good. I am happy for you. What an encouragement you are to me also.
Have a great day tomorrow.
Judy :)
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Hisgal
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Posted: 7 June 2006 12:12 am |
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Wow! Time goes by so fast! I can't believe I haven't posted in my diary since June 1. Life is way too busy:(
Thursday, June 1 calories-1733 protein-22.3% fat-9.3% fiber-63 grams
Friday, June 2 calories-2172 protein-20% fat-12.2% fiber-67.5 grams
Saturday, June 3 calories-1997 protein-19% fat-18.7% fiber-35.6%
Sunday, June 4 DON'T ASK!!!
Monday, June 5 calories-1650 protein-25.3% fat-15.3% fiber-39.8 grams
OK, here't the synopsis....Friday night we did do the brush burning and wiener roast thing. I bought some fat-free hot dogs for me. So, my numbers were pretty good, but the calories were high, because of the roasted marshmallows. Mmmmmm:yumm: I even made a couple of S'Mores out of them with low-fat graham crackers and 1 square of Hershey's chocolate bar on each. We got hot and sweaty carrying the brush to the fire, but once that was done, it was a beautiful evening for it. The stars and moon were shining so bright, there was no wind, no bugs...just me and my hubby and a quiet evening. How perfect!
Saturday morning brought breakfast with the high school girls. I had checked online and Perkins has very limited nutrition information, from what I could find. However, a calorie counting book that I have, and an online sight. both listed a Denver Omelette with fruit, and a side of hash browns as 335 calories and 9 gram of fat. So, I had my mind set when I walked in the door. The only problem is that it wasn't on the menu. Well, I did a "build your own" omelette, with garden veggies and mushrooms (no cheese) and a bowl of fruit and for my treat, a side of hash browns. I had a bowl of stir-fried veggies for lunch, with a whole wheat pita. All went well until we went to the benefit for my cousin, whose house burned. We worked up until the time we left, and ate at the benefit. The food was sloppy joes(I only ate one), potato chips(not quite a whole serving), pork & beans(1/2 c.) and dill pickle spears. It was held at a local bar and grill, so I chose a glass of merlot, instead of a diet pop. Thank goodness I watched the rest of the day, so my totals weren't too bad.
Sunday started out good, but there were all these parties.....breakfast was a protein shake and a banana. Lunch was the potluck, but I'd made 2 salads. So, I filled half my plate with my salads (one a mixed bean/hominy and the other was cole slaw mix with pineapple and low fat drsg.) Then I added some fresh melon, 1/3 cup shredded turkey, raw veggies and mini dill pickles. So far, so good...then came the graduation parties. Actually, with the fresh fruit, dill pickles, and raw veggies I probably didn't do too bad, except that both served beef for their sandwiches. One had fresh grilled hamburgers, and the other had sloppy joes. The first was on a large white bun the second had home-made buns, and as organic farmers, I know she buys organic whole grain flour. However, I think the dressing on the lettuce salad had lots of fat and calories. I can't remember the last time I ate beef, let alone 3 meals in a weekend Even that wouldn't have been so bad, but after we got home I got the munchies. Probably from all the carbs I'd been eating that evening. So, I had about 2 servings of Baked Doritoes and a whole Hershey's chocolate bar. I can't believe I did that
Good thing there's always a new day....to get back on track. Monday was good, but tonight I'm taking my mother-in-law out to eat. She's been struggling with her depression the last few weeks (has been fine on meds for 3 years or more) and my hubby and father-in-law are going golfing tonight with a new league that started up at church. I didn't want her to sit home alone, so I suggested we go out for dinner to some restaurant they wouldn't eat at (like Mexican or Chinese). Maybe I subconciously wanted to go???? NO, I WILL BE GOOD! I have to! I made a pact with a couple of those high school friends on Saturday morning, that I would join them in getting 10 pounds off by the time we took our shopping trip in August. More incentive for me! Yesssss! Have a great week everyone! Hisgal
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Hisgal
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Posted: 8 June 2006 02:19 am |
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Tuesday, June 6 calories-2199 protein-20.1% fat-20.2% fiber-66.8 grams
Well, I obviously went over yesterday. I succumbed to the chips and salsa at the Mexican restaurant, add a glass of merlot, and then when my hubby got home from golfing and dinner with his dad, he brought up a frozen yogurt bar from the freezer that I couldn't say no to
My day went like this:
Breakfast: Slimbody strawberry/banana shake with 1 c. frozen strawberries:yumm:
Snack: Nevd chocolate protein bar (made with Slimbody Choc/caramel protein mix and barley):yumm:
Lunch: Tuna/navy bean salad in a sun-dried tomato wrap w/ lettuce, cole slaw mix w/ lot fat sesame ginger drsg. and 1/2 bag of mini carrots:yumm:
Snack: Nevd protein bar made with Slimbody strawberry/banana protein mix:yumm:
Dinner: Veggie burrito, 10 tortilla chips w/ salsa, glass of merlot:yumm::yumm::yumm::yumm:
Snack: single serve low fat popcorn and EAS Choc protein drink:yumm:
Snack: Yoplait frozen yogurt granola bar:yumm:
It was kind of funny...my mother-in-law never drinks, but she was craving a beer. So, being it was early and the guys wouldn't be back from golfing yet, we stopped at a local campground/saloon. She had a glass of beer.....I ordered a bottle of water. I was proud of me So, even if the days totals weren't in the perfect range, I was OK with it. I can see that dinner out with my mother-in-law, on the guys golfing nights, could become a tradition...a good one. She's a great mother-in-law, and we should spend more time together while she's still around to do it!
:yumm: Judging by the yummy faces, this was a favorite food day! Hisgal
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Hisgal
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Posted: 13 June 2006 04:03 am |
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I see I have several days to catch up on.....
Wednesday, June 7 calories-1760 protein-23.5% fat-10.2% fiber-70 grams
Thursday, June 8 calories-1696 protein-29.4% fat-13.8% fiber-44 grams
Friday, June 9 calories-1815 protein-27.2% fat-15.3% fiber-49.6 grams
Saturday, June 10 calories-1829 protein-23.2% fat-12.6% fiber-46 grams
Sunday, June 11 calories-1789 protein-23.6% fat 22.9% fiber-31.9 grams
My target calories are 1673-1732. Most days were just a little above that, although I did good at keeping my fat intake low. Seems like Thursday was a near perfect day for my totals. It's interesting to see what I ate to achieve those numbers. I see it was a 6 meal day...
Breakfast: Slimbody Matrix strawberry/banana shake with 1 c. frozen strawberries and 1/2 c. pineapple
Staff meeting: Nevd protein bar
Snack: Nevd protein bar
Lunch: Local restaurant deli turkey sandwhich on whole wheat bread with lettuce, tomato, onion, mustard and dill pickle spear. I took this back to the office and added a salad of coleslaw mix, 1/2 c. pineapple and low-fat sesame ginger drsg. Added a 1/4 bag of mini carrots.
Snack: Worked late at the office, so had a bowl of cole slaw mix w/ low-fat rasp. vinegrette, 5 dill pickle spears, nevd protein bar, and EAS choc protein shake
Dinner at home: 2 slices whole wheat bread, 1/2 T. Promise light spread, 2 fat free hot dogs, mustard, 1 serving baked tortilla chips with 4 T. salsa
Snack: Slimbody Matrix Choc/Caramel protein shake
Friday evening we ate out. We were shopping, and had groceries to get yet, and decided we should eat instead of hitting the grocery store hungry (it was about 8:45 p.m.). My hubby wanted to try Culver's. We had previously avoided it, because we heard they had a pretty high fat menu, like many fast food places. But it was pouring rain, and Culver's was close, so we went. Besides we try to go to eat at places we've never been before. The friends were right...the only redeeming factor was that their "dinners" vs. their "baskets" included green beans and mashed potatoes vs. fries and a pop. So we both ordered the 2 pc. fried chicken dinners. I took the skin and breading off of mine, asked for the gravy on the side (then dipped my fork in it before taking a forkful of mashed potatoes-like I do with salad drsg on the side, when they don't have low-fat drsgs), and ate my green beans. I think I came out of there OK. I counted the whole piece of chicken in my totals, even though I didn't eat the skin and breading. The trip to the grocery store yielded a new "dessert" treat. I discovered "Skinny cow" brand cookies and cream frozen bars. 120 calories and 1.5 grams fat Yum:yumm:
I think the weekend totals are pretty acceptable too, considering we went to the local town's parade and summer festival. I had a BBQ pork riblet sandwich on a white bun, but planned for it, so the end of the day had decent totals.
When I think back through the months since I got serious at the end of February...I don't think I've had what you could call a binge. At least not by my definition. To me a binge is uncontrolled eating, that lasts for more than one meal or day. I have never felt out of control in my eating, and if I gave myself permission to overeat or have a "splurge", I have always gotten right back at it the next day. I think I've learned more control and good eating habits in the last 3 1/2 months than I did in the first 50 years of my life.:P
I really think I can do this......:D
Last edited on 14 June 2006 07:26 am by Hisgal
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Hisgal
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Posted: 13 June 2006 08:06 pm |
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| I forgot to tell everyone in yesterday's post....I marched in the parade we went to on Sunday (office float) and helped hand out candy. The exciting news is that, it was only around 60 degrees out (after 18 plus days in the 80's), so I wore my jeans. Yesssss:D They were definitely looser than the last time I wore them. They actually made me look like I had a waist again!:P:P:P:P I felt so good all day!
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soontobeme
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Posted: 14 June 2006 07:26 am |
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HI Pat,
Sounds like you had a good time and are doing very well with things. I am back on the boards and holding myself accountable. I am going to start writing everything down that I eat tomorrow, and next week, I am going to try the curves high protien diet, sounds like something I could do and I really need some structure, this way I can plan my meals.
You are doing great and I am happy for you. I will be there soon.
Judy
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Hisgal
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Posted: 14 June 2006 07:29 am |
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Judy,
I'll reply in your diary. Look for me there;) Pat
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Hisgal
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Posted: 14 June 2006 08:02 am |
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My totals:
Monday, June 12 calories-1735 protein-23.2% fat-13.2% fiber-66.1 grams
That was just about a perfect day for me And I had the most delicious dinner. I felt like I was starving, (I really wasn't) but I think it was because I was having breads I cooked brown rice with vegetable broth, then added some cooked veggies. I put this mix in the middle of a sun-dried tomato wrap, and topped it with black bean and corn salsa. That was better than any chocolate candy bar I've ever had! Did I just write that???? I actually ate 2 of them and was very full afterwards. I used up 70 calories later with sugar free jello and fat free cool whip(25 cal), and a fruit and cream yogurt bar(45 cal). Just enough of a sweet treat.
Tuesday, June 13 calories-1751 protein-23.3% fat-13.5% fiber-54.1 grams
Another good day for totals! I was a little worried about breakfast this morning. I was out of my Slimbody Matrix shake mix. I love that stuff, and it's my staple for breakfast. I like starting the day out with protein shake instead of cereal, which seems to get my cravings going. But, I had some vanilla EAS protein mix that I used to make a smoothie with frozen strawberries and fresh pineapple. And my new order of Slimbody Matrix protein shake mix arrived today. I tried the plain chocolate tonight, as my protein total was a little low and it was yummy:yumm:
I skipped Curves today and just did my walking. I always change into shorts and a tank top for either of those activities. I came back into the office with it on and I had my new shorts on. (the ones I have been using at Curves were about 20+ years old and getting a little ratty. When I went shopping, I just wanted some cheapy, stretch shorts to exercise in, or wear around the yard when mowing or weeding. I found they don't make the inseams as long as they used to and I feel like I'm half naked when wearing them. They don't come close to my knees!!! But they are comfy to walk or workout in.) Anyway, one of the ladies I work with told me she could see how thin I was getting when I had these stretchy shorts on I don't feel thin....but it sure made my day If only this extra skin, from all those years at 250 pounds would tighten up and the cellulite would go away! Would I be a happy woman!
We are going to Valley Fair this Saturday, (Zen, you'll know what that is) and I will have to figure out how I am going to handle that. Then there is Father's Day and 2 big family meals that day. (Valley Fair is the amusement park with fried foods, cotton candy...you get the picture) It's a 90 acre park, so I guess I will just have to make sure I walk around it a few times;) Besides, I will be chasing my grandsons. That should help. Besides, if I get tempted by some yummy food, maybe I can convince someone else to buy it, and I can just have a bite or two of theirs? Just have to remember lots of sunscreen....they are predicting 90 for Saturday.
HAVE A GREAT WEEK EVERYONE!
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Wednesday, June 14 calories-1678 protein-30.1% fat-12% fiber-65.3 grams
Wow! Those totals look pretty good:D If only every day could be like that:P I just hope the scale reflects my numbers for the week. I can't believe that I haven't stepped on the scale in between my official weigh-in's on Thursdays! I've always been an every day weigher. But I read the comments of people who say they concentrate on what they eat, and don't worry about the scale. That's been a hard one for me, but I've managed a few weeks now, I think of only getting on it on weigh in day. I think about myself and my history, and think there is some value in this way of thinking. If the scale was down one morning, I would think that was license to snitch things I shouldn't. And if it was up, I'd really restrict my calories, which wasn't good either. Wearing those jeans on Sunday, was a good measure of progress. They felt good and made me feel good. Sure is hard to get used to that way of thinking though.
This was kind of a weird food day. I had a lot of fiber, but it mostly came from whole grains and beans. More of it should have come from fresh fruit and veggies. That's not usually a problem, but I was low on lettuce and my mini carrots to nibble on.
Well, I'll report back on the morning's weigh-in. I see I last did my measurements on May 5th. I think it's time to do those again. Maybe not tomorrow, as I have to get into work early. We'll see.......
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Hisgal
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Posted: 16 June 2006 12:24 am |
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Average for the week of June 8 to June 14, 2006
calories-1756 protein-25.7% fat-14.8% fiber-51 grams
Wow Look at those numbers! I just want to stare at them....the calories are a little above my top range of 1732, but not by much. Now that I'm down a few more pounds, maybe I should go back to the calculators and my calories needed.
I weighed in this morning..........and since last Thursday, I am down 1.6 pounds:D I was so happy. I have to tell you about a conversation in the office this morning...one of the ladies said, "Pat, you've got no butt left!" Then another said, "I told her a long time ago that she's got no tummy left either!" Talk about a morale booster:P Now, don't go thinking that I'm getting a big head....I am still 162.2 lbs, and I've got a lot of fat left to lose. And remember that these ladies saw me at 250 pounds and size 24 for at least 7 years. But, it is nice to get those encouraging comments. It's kind of the fuel to keep you going. It's those things to focus on when you are tempted to take that cookie or candy bar or that trip to Cold Stone Creamery!
It still amazes me that I love sitting here at my desk nibbling on baby carrots! And many times, I've noticed that when I sit down to eat, I start on my veggies first. Of course, I don't eat much meat, but still....I dig into the veggies and scarf them down. What a change that is! A good one.....
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Posted: 16 June 2006 07:17 am |
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Hi Pat,
Look at you doing so great, while the  here is just doing awful. Well tomorrow is a better day for me and things can only get better.
I am proud of you and you just jump right back on the band wagon when you make a mistake.
I have written down everything I have ate for the last two days as soon as I am done eating it and I am saying why I have eatin and made a note as to whether or not I was hungry or bored or whatever.
Good Luck and keep up the good work
Judy:)
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Hisgal
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Posted: 21 June 2006 12:53 am |
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Thursday, June 15 calories-1689 protein-21.2% fat-9.7% fiber-65.55 grams
Friday, June 16 calories-1665 protein-24.6% fat-8% fiber-56.7 grams
Saturday, June 17 Valley Fair day-did not keep track of food totals. I really wanted to have a splurge day this day, and eat some junk food at the amusement park. The urge was great. My own homemade cookies was as close as I got! No funnel cakes or huge ice cream cones or anything really naughty. :?Today I ate: Slimbody Matrix protein shake with 1 cup frozen strawberries, nevd protein bar, pulled pork sandwich on white bun, baked beans, 1 1/2 oranges, banana, baked Dorito chips, 3 homemade raisin cookies (I forgot to put the oatmeal in these, but they were so good-soft and chewy), another nevd protein bar, dinner at Perkins restaurant was a Rachel sandwich, with a salad and fat free Italian drsg.
Sunday, June 18 Also did not keep track of food today. Started the day with my normal protein shake. Nibbled on baked Doritos while making lunch. We grilled venison/wild rice brats, on whole wheat buns, with watermelon and strawberries. We went to my sister-in-law's for dinner (potluck). I resisted the bowls of munchies everybody else was eating and just drank my water. But when we ate, I had 2 ham and whole wheat sandwich buns, a serving of potato chips, watermelon, jicama salad (I will put this in the recipe section-it is delicious and I always get compliments on it), cheesy potatoes. And as if that wasn't enough, I had a piece of the family favorite sherbet dessert. And a Hershey's chocolate candy bar after I got home. Ugh!!!
Monday, June 19 calories-1328 protein-27.6% fat-15.0% fiber-50.7 grams
Well. at least I got back to it on Monday:D It was a very good day. Maybe my body will think it was so well fed that it will just totally release lots of fat cells, that I burned up today at Curves and my laps at the walking trail in the park:P
Will have some challenges this week and next. Friday is lunch with the boss and some other office workers, and the evening will be dinner at my brother's for a birthday party. Next week Tuesday and Wednesday will be eating out. PRAY FOR ME!
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Posted: 22 June 2006 12:40 am |
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Tuesday, June 20 calories-1683 protein-31.0% fat-13.0% fiber-51.95 grams
Sure had the carb munchies today! Had snacks of baked tortilla chips, a single serve low fat popcorn, and Skinny Cow chocolate peanut butter ice cream sandwich.:yumm::yumm::yumm: Glad I had low fat versions in my house!
Made a great discovery today. I'd been figuring my tuna/bean salad mix wrong. It really lowered my calories, but cut my protein too. I'd calculated the whole recipe, and forgot to cut it in half for each serving. I will go back and edit my posts for Thursday and Monday.
Tomorrow is weigh-in day again. Wonder what last weekend will do to that? I didn't get my walk in today, as it was raining when I came out of Curves. Sure notice that my rings have been hanging around my fingers the last 2 days though. Must have lost the water retention from the ham on Sunday night.
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Hisgal
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Posted: 26 June 2006 11:28 pm |
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Wednesday, June 21 calories-1712 protein-28.7% fat-13.7% fiber-44.35 grams
Thursday is weigh in day and I was back up to 163.8-last week's weigh in. But, I did have 2 splurge days, so I guess I should expect it. I know that I sure seem to have to stick with plan, with no splurges, to have consistent losses on the scale. But, life is still going on around me, and sometimes I have to eat what is there, because I don't have control over it. And sometimes, I just need to have a little splurge, so I can keep at it for life.
Being I didn't keep track on Sat. and Sunday, I can't do a 7 day average since my last weigh in. But, I decided to check out the 5 days that I did keep track...
Calories-1615 protein-26.6% fat-11.8% fiber-53.9 grams
Thursday, June 22 calories-1666 protein-27.9% fat-13.4% fiber-49.5 grams
Friday, June 23 I did not keep track of today. We went to lunch for an office birthday and then to my brother's for the June/July birthday's party.
Saturday, June 24 calories-2173 protein-21.4% fat-19.8% fiber-38 grams
I guess that tells the story, doesn't it? fat % up + fiber down=calories up
Sunday, June 25 calories-1815 protein-20.9% fat-17.7% fiber-35.75
Same story as Saturday I will try to keep track this week. We are going out for dinner Tuesday, an office party for June/July birthdays. We have an appreciation dinner on Wednesday. Friday we leave for my Dad's cabin for a few days. We will be going out to dinner Saturday night. And one night next week, we will be going out to dinner for my birthday. Aaaaaaaaaaah!
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personsmom
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Posted: 27 June 2006 12:39 am |
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Since it's your Birthday  you get to pick, RIGHT!! Choose well. Applebee's has a WW menu.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY EARLY!! Make it a GOOD ONE!
Lee
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Hisgal
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Posted: 27 June 2006 01:31 am |
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Thanks, Personsmom!
Technically, in our family, the birthday person gets to pick the place. However, being the whole family (minus my daughter & son-in-law who live in CO) will be at the cabin, they would like to do the birthday dinner while we are there. (my other son-in-law works every Friday night[2:30-10:30p.m.], and has overtime most Saturday nights, sometimes Sunday too, if they are busy). So, I get to choose between 2 different "bar & grill" type places:( Unless, I can convince them to drive 20 miles to the next city, for more choices? But, the guys all want to do it close by, which is faster, so they can get back out on the lake for evening fishing! And the closer town has a 5:00 p.m. church service on Sat., which they'd also like better, as it will get them back out on the lake faster. My husband isn't a fisherman, but unfortunately my son and son-in-law live for it!
My other thought is that I do have control over what I eat the rest of the day! Although it's harder when everybody else is snacking on things all day I am planning on bringing lots of mini carrots and fruit along! And I'm sure I'll be getting lots of movement chasing around the two grandsons. ages 3 & 5. And I'll have my walking shoes with If I can just hold steady (weight-wise) for the weekend, I will be ecstatic!
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Hisgal
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Posted: 28 June 2006 08:07 pm |
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To Personsmom,
I just have to thank you again. You reminded me that I get to pick. I won't have much choice of restaurant, but I do get to choose the food I order. Not saying that I won't splurge a little, being it is my birthday party But, your words helped me last night for the office party. We were at a golf course, and the menu was mostly fried foods, except for wraps. Now, I would have chosen a turkey, raspberry wrap, but they were all out of wraps But, I did order the grilled chicken sandwich. I allowed myself one glass of wine and then switched to diet green tea w/citrus (0 calories).
Tonight we are going to an appreciation dinner, where I'll have no choices in what is served. But, I have planned the day so I should be OK, no matter what they serve.
Monday, June 26 calories-1810 protein-26.7% fat-11.2% fiber-67.5 grams
Tuesday, June 27 calories-1805 protein-28.6% fat-23.1% fiber-45.35
The fat is higher because of eating out. The grilled chicken sandwich was so dry I almost gagged, so I put a little mayo on it. I counted it as regular (which it probably was) and a Tbsp, but I probably had less. I also ate the potato chips that came with it, as I was still hungry. I should have eaten a protein bar on the way there, but I forgot to take one with. Live and learn......
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Hisgal
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Posted: 19 July 2006 01:42 am |
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Wow! I can't believe I haven't posted here since June 28th. That seems like such ages ago.....and I haven't had very good days. I have seen how I need my diary, as much as I need to journal what I eat.
We had the weekend at the lake, at least 4-5 birthday celebrations (mine), and family campout, etc. All were excuses to eat On the days in between the celebrations, I journaled my food intake and did well. At one point I was even at my lowest weight in 3 years, before I started to gain back some of that 90 pounds I lost. I was so happy that day, you'd think it would have been enough to keep me from overeating! But.....no....I stuff my face more than a few times.
But, alas, I have had it proven to me that this eating thing is going to be a life-long struggle, from which I will never be free. :? And I've found out, once again, that it's some steps forward and then some steps back. I just need to make myself keep going forward, after I've gone back a few steps. It hasn't helped that work has been so busy some days, that I didn't ever get a break from my desk....hence that means no Curves either. I've only gone 5 days so far, in July. The weeks of 90's (or 100's) and high humidity hasn't helped either, as I've not been walking. I also put my knee out somehow and that hurts when I walk. Hoping that will be better soon.
Right now I am struggling to get back on track. I am finishing up some salads from the weekend campout, and am not writing down what I eat. I don't have the time to figure out the nutrition info on them. However, they are veggie and low fat:) Once they are gone, I will get back to my eating the usual and logging the numbers. I must! If I continue in the slide a few days, journal a few days pattern...I know I will end up with higher numbers on the scale from the sliding days. I need to string together many days of being on plan and being accountable.
On the up side, I had a wonderful birthday. I took the day off work, and went shopping for me. I shopped the sales and found some incredible buys that I am very happy with. Also, other than one pair of size 12 white jeans that I really wanted for right now, all the other pants I bought for this fall were size 10's. That is positive thinking:P They are all snug now, but when I lose the last 15 pounds or so, they will fit fabulous
Pray for me and all of you hang in there. Your diaries have helped me to stay at it. Thank you for sharing your feelings, successes, failures and encouragements. Maybe it will be easier when summer is over, along with all the parties and picnics? I can only hope................ Hisgal
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CapeCoddess
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Posted: 19 July 2006 02:57 am |
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:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:DHAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY. HG!!!:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D:D
May you have lots more...and grow even healthier with every passing year!
CC
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personsmom
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Posted: 19 July 2006 05:21 pm |
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Welcome Back! I too have fallen off the wagon. Post Dr. visit (that went very well) celebration. LIFE choices. Try to journal the food anyway. Not all the specifics,fat,cals, etc. Just write down the food and guestimate the quantity. You've been doing this long enough to eye something and know if its a cup or 1/2. Just the fact that I have to write it down sometimes makes me NOT have something. Crunch #'s when you have time, loosen the journal requirements not the act of journaling. Together we can overcome many obstacles.
HUGS
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Hisgal
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Posted: 19 July 2006 09:21 pm |
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Thanks, CC! I have to remember that is my goal......health!
Thanks and hugs to you, too, Personsmom! I needed those encouraging words from both of you, more than you'll ever know. (Or maybe you surely understand!) You know, I know all that stuff you told me. I've learned a lot from a lifetime of trying to lose weight.....but it amazes me how much it helps to have someone else tell it to you:) What a great support group this is Blue Ribbon all the way
I didn't journal yesterday........but I think I did pretty good. Some baked BBQ chips got me last night. I don't know if it's the weeks of heat and humidity, but I've been craving salt like crazy. The salt and sweet cravings from my cycle shouldn't be until this weekend.
Well, time to head off to Curves and work up a little sweat. Hisgal
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Hisgal
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Posted: 26 July 2006 09:13 pm |
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Well, this past week has still been a struggle I can't understand it. It's not that I've been really bad, but I haven't been really good. I've been eating too much food, even if they are pretty decent choices. This feeling has been going on since June 30, and I hate feeling this way. I felt out of control
So, I decided to order the e-book, Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle. Each time through my weight loss journey, that I've stalled out or had trouble controlling my eating...I changed paths a little bit. I've learned something from each diet plan I've been on. And each book I've read has taught me something also. WOW! There's a lot of reading to that book........and maybe because it's now in a 3 ring binder, I don't find it too easy to pick it up and read it. But, I am slowly getting some of it read. The basics sound a lot like what I've been doing on Eat to Live, with more meat. I'm not sure that I can go back to eating that much animal protein, so might have to supplement with protein shakes and keep using Nevd's bars.
Yesterday, I started writing my food intake down again. I finally feel more in control. I know that I won't spend my entire life journaling what I eat, but I know from experience that I MUST do it to lose the weight!
Now, I need to admit my scale is now up 7 pounds in the last 4 weeks I know it's my cycle to blame for part of it, but there still has to be 4-5 pounds of actual weight. I did that to me! I put the food in my mouth. I bought the food in the first place and had it in the house. I think I need to cut way back on breads again. They seem to trigger cravings. I did get back to Curves 5 times last week, but haven't been walking. These temps are just too hot for me...and I hate the humidity! Where is autumn? Come quickly!
I've been uplifted from reading the other diaries and finding a few others have been struggling too. Thanks for sharing your up and downs here on CPH. It makes me feel like I'm not so alone:P Hisgal
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Hisgal
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Posted: 27 July 2006 11:55 pm |
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It's going pretty good so far. I had a major success on Tuesday....someone brought a fresh raspberry cream pie into the office. Now, they didn't just set it down in the kitchen for all to help themselves.....she brought it around to our desks to offer us a piece. I was asked at least 3 times if I wanted a piece of that pie. I said that I'd love a piece of that pie.......but I wasn't going to allow myself to have one!
Yesterday's numbers were excellent! Tuesday's were OK...a little high.
Tuesday, July 25 calories-1827 protein-22.4% fat-13.1% fiber-57.6 grams
Wednesday, July 26 calories-1516 protein-27.4% fat-11.8% fiber-59.4 grams
It's my month to bring office treats for staff meetings on Thursday mornings. I made my favorite dessert ever....rhubarb cheesecake:yumm::yumm::yumm: And yes, I had some...about a 1 inch square...just a taste. I hope that was enough for me. I cut the leftovers into small pieces and left it in the kitchen. The people around here inhale any food left out....and the more unhealthy it is, the faster it disappears. Hopefully, they will take care of it for me. I did save out a couple of pieces to bring home to my hubby. After all, I did make it with low fat cream cheese;)
I have a flip calendar on my desk, and I think today's message was something I really needed to hear. The reference was from Proverbs 5:21 "For a man's ways are in full view of the Lord, and he examines all his paths." and the saying on that page is "Be aware of roadblocks in life. Ask God for direction."
The verse is telling me that God is aware of where I'm going, where I want to go, and He knows the best place for me to go. The saying tells me, just what I was thinking about yesterday. I lost the original 90 pounds through prayer and leaning on God for strength. Whenever someone asked me about my weight loss and wanted to know how I did it, I gave God the glory! I told them that I prayed, a lot, and got my strength to continue from Him. But, lately I've been taking the credit, or giving it to Dr. Fuhrman and Eat to Live, or to Curves for my workouts. I forgot that I got this far in the first place with God at my side. I forgot that He is always ready to help me with things that are in His plan. And I truly believe that God wants me to have a healthy body. He didn't make me obese....I did that to myself. So, here's my reminder....continue in prayer, lean on God....listen to what He's telling you. And on today's flip calendar He said "Be aware of roadblocks in life. Ask God for directions."
It's time I started listening a little better again, and hear what He's telling me.
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Hisgal
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Posted: 28 July 2006 12:06 am |
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CapeCoddess
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Posted: 28 July 2006 05:32 am |
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Reading these last 2 posts made me want to give up my nitely cheerios feasts. I see that they are roadblocks.
Thanx, Pat!
Hopefully I can remember this tomorrow nite.
CC
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Posted: 28 July 2006 07:49 am |
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hey sweetie, i'm impressed! I've been skimming through some of your entries and you sound perfectly grounded and right on track to achieve better healthier lifestyle, you're really inspiring!! and WOW did you really make cheesecake and only have a one-inch square lol, i'm amaaaazed at that. cheesecake is my downfall haha :) keep it up
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Hisgal
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Posted: 28 July 2006 11:43 pm |
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Hi CC and nomi!
Yes, I really did eat only a 1 inch square of cheesecake.:D I can hardly believe it myself!
I guess I am grounded.:) I have God as my anchor, and I know what I believe. It gets me through each minute of the day.
I've been reading BFFM (not too far yet). I skimmed to the back chapters, that talk about the eating plan, to get an idea of what it's about. I've tried to implement his ideas and I'm amazed at the starchy carbs I've eaten without feeling like I'm getting out of control. Hmmmm.....maybe it is the correct combination of foods?
I've just gotten to the first chapter, and have been understanding how I have been setting myself up to succeed or fail. I have started working on planting "success" messages in my subconscious. The other thing I've done is to eat right away when we get up in the morning. We are up at 5:10, but I work around the house for a while and don't usually eat breakfast until 8:00 or 8:30, just before I get ready to leave for work. That means that if I didn't have a late evening snack, I am going quite a while without food. So, I am trying this to see if it helps get my metabolism going.
Thursday, July 27 calories-1766 protein-27.7% fat-9.6% fiber-64.7 grams
The calories would have been a little closer to my range, but I had a whole can of garbanzo beans on my lunch salad, instead of my usual 1/2 can. Doing that today too.
Have a great weekend everyone, and stay in control. Tell yourself you can do it, and you will:D Hisgal
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mmm I love garbanzo beans. I put them in salads, soups or I just eat them plain. GREAT source of protein. lol now I'm craving some.
your calorie counting is awesome and you're obviously doing really well with eating a good amount of calories. I've tried to calorie count but I can't seem to do it without stressing myself out about them, so I just don't. But I'm glad you've found a system that seems to work well for you.
btw, whats BFFM?
have a good day today :)
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Posted: 3 August 2006 05:18 pm |
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Hisgal
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Posted: 3 August 2006 08:08 pm |
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Thanks, Nir, for answering that question I try to read most of the threads on this site, and use abbreviations sometimes.
Nomi, thanks for the encouraging words! I too, love garbanzo beans! And I'd never eaten them, until I started following Eat to Live, when I had to find alternative sources of protein.
I find that journaling my calorie intake is the only way I can stay on track for a prolonged time and actually lose weight. Actually the hardest part is to make up your mind to do it. Once you get going at it, I find I eat many of the same ingredients, and it's not so hard to figure out what I'm eating. All the nutrition info is on packages now, so I usually take it straight from there. I also have a good calorie and nutrition counting book, for when I don't have time to go online and look it up on CPH (Caloriesperhour). It becomes a habit (a good one) after so long. If I eat at potlucks or family get-togethers, I don't usually keep track. It would be too hard, when I don't make the food, and don't know what's in it.
Well, I've had mostly good days since I last posted. Sunday and Monday were bad,   I have to admit. But, I am back on track now, and using Tom V.'s BFFM positive messages to help me keep on track. I keep planting them in my sub-conscious. I sure hope they grow!
Friday, July 28 calories-1849 protein-29.9% fat-10.4% fiber-63.7 grams
Saturday, July 29 calories-1329 protein-25.3% fat-14.2% fiber-38.3 grams
Tuesday, August 1 calories-1339 protein-36.4% fat-19.3% fiber-36.8 grams
Wednesday, August 2 calories-1480 protein-37.7% fat-14.4% fiber-36 grams
This morning's weigh in was down .4 lbs, but the bad news is that overall, since June 1, I am up .4 lbs. Not a very successful 2 months. But, considering the number of parties and events we've had this summer, I guess I will be happy with pretty much maintaining my weight.
I needed to get re-motivated, and I think Tom V.'s BFFM is doing that. I've been doing much better since I started reading his book. I just wish I had more time to read I am always gone or busy Just plugging away.......Hisgal
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Hisgal
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Posted: 8 August 2006 01:26 am |
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Thursday, August 3 calories-1481 protein-28.3% fat-16.5% fiber-33.1 grams
Friday, August 4 calories-1574 protein-32.4% fat-12.6% fiber-46.7 grams
Saturday-shopping with the girls-planned cheat for 2 meals-no guilt!
Sunday, August 6 calories-1652 protein-31.3% fat-17.8% fiber-51 grams
In accordance with BFFM, I had the 2 planned cheat meals on Saturday. The book says to do it without guilt. So, I did! Wow, that felt great. We were shopping at Blaine's Farm & Fleet in Eau Claire, WI and it was past time for lunch. I was really hungry and headed for the food section. I had all intentions of buying a bag of Mountain Trail Mix. I could almost taste those M&M's But, when I got there, I just couldn't do it! I read the label and saw how their brand was so much higher in calories and fat that the one I usually pick up at Sam's Club and I put it back. I picked up a bag of tropical fruit trail mix instead. It was a smaller bag and I shared it with all the girls.
Then when I got to the restaurant ( a brew pub & bakery, actually) I found myself ordering a grilled chicken philly (I love mushrooms and peppers). When I realized how automatic that was (to pick the chicken over the beef), I gave myself a pat on the back. However, remembering that this was suppose to be a cheat day, so I wouldn't binge at some future point, I gave in and ordered the beer fries. They are just the best! Of course, I shared them with the other ladies I just needed to taste them. Then we went all out, and each ordered a piece of the yummiest sounding pie on the menu, and then shared them, so we got a taste of each. And I did it all without a feeling of guilt. This was my day out and my treat. And I knew with certainty that I would be back on track the next morning. AND I WAS! I knew I had kept my calories lower than I should have last week, so according to BFFM, my body probably needed this to keep it burning the calories.
I am about 1/3 of the way through the book, "Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle". I am finding it very interesting. So far, I have found it very easy to follow the eating plan. I just got to the part about body types. I sure can see myself there. It's interesting to read how my specific body type will react and what I need to do to continue losing weight, if I stall out. Can't wait to continue reading. I even went back to walking today. I haven't done that since the beginning of July. (Which is probably why I didn't make any progress since the beginning of July!!!) Of course, I went to my chiro on Thursday, and had my knee adjusted, so it doesn't hurt to walk anymore. Also, those horrible 90 and 100 degree temps went away for a while. It was 79 degrees and a 54 dewpoint today when I walked. Perfect day!
I can't wait to get on the scale on Thursday! This idea I'm practicing, of repeating positive, future goals over and over throughout the day, to plant them in your sub-conscious seems to be working. I feel stronger in resisting temptations. I am visualizing myself with my goals reached. I makes me feel like I really can accomplish them!
Have a great week everyone
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trimB
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Posted: 8 August 2006 02:04 am |
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You sound absolutely fired up! (okay, so that's not exactly "fire", haha!)
I'm inspired to check out the book myself, after reading your last post.
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Hisgal
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Posted: 8 August 2006 07:38 pm |
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Trimblebe,
Yes I guess I am fired up again And it's a great feeling The  is shining in my world again!
However, you should know that I love reading your diary, because it's inspired me many times. Thanks!
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Hisgal
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Posted: 9 August 2006 12:01 am |
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Monday, August 7 calories-1496 protein-35.3% fat-12.9% fiber-48.75 grams
Meal 1-egg beaters scrambled with portabella mushrooms and onions with cooking spray. Topped with 1 slice of 2% cheese and served with 1 slice of whole wheat toast and 1 tsp. Smart Balance Light spread. 1 cup cantaloupe
Meal 2-Slimbody protein shake, 1 cup strawberries
Meal 3-tuna/navy bean salad filling in a whole grain wrap, 1/4 bag of mini carrots, 2 servings cole slaw mix with 2T. low fat sesame ginger dressing
Snack-light yogurt smoothie, chocolate raspberry protein bar
Meal 4-1 cod fillet (grilled), 3 servings california veggies, whole wheat pita with fat free cream cheese and no sugar added marmalade.
Meal 5-1/2 c. 1% cottage cheese, 1 serving romaine with 15 sprays of dressing (red wine salad spritzer), 1 slice Whole Wheat toast and 1-1/2 tsp no sugar added marmalade.
BFFM calls for 5 meals a day for women, but for some reason I was feeling munchie today and grabbed the yogurt drink and protein bar. The thing that's impressed me is that until today, I haven't felt hungry between meals, like I needed something more. Will see how I progress.....2 days until weigh in. If I follow the advice in the book, I really should get some skin fold calipers to measure my fat loss progress.
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Hisgal
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Posted: 9 August 2006 08:08 am |
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Tuesday, August 8 calories-1682 protein-30.9% fat-13.9% fiber-50.85 grams
Meal 1 egg beaters, scrambled with onion & mushroom, topped with a slice of 2% cheese made into a fried egg sandwich with 2 slices of whole wheat toast, small banana (Sara Lee 100% whole wheat toast with honey is only 45 calories a slice)
Meal 2 Slimbody Matrix protein shake, small banana
Meal 3 tuna/navy bean salad on whole grain wrap w/ romaine lettuce, bowl of cole slaw mix with 1/2 c. pineapple and 2 Tbsp low fat sesame ginger drsg.
Meal 4 Be Powered protein bar
Meal 5 homemade pizza (whole grain pita, tomato sauce, mushrooms, onion , black olives, grilled chicken and mozzarella flavored veggie shreds)
Worked out at Curves 4 times last week-went to chiro, so skipped Friday.
Walked again today. Yesterday, my knee was hurting a little...more of muscle pulling from knee down the outside of my calf. Felt better today. I took time to stretch after my Curves workout today. Maybe that helped my knee?
I need to make sure I can walk OK by Friday. I am on the office team for the Relay for Life (American Cancer Society). I've raised my pledges, now I need to do my share of keeping someone walking the path. If you've never heard of it, you can buy a luminary for a $5 donation. It's just heart stopping to walk the path, lined with luminaries, with the names of people who have survived cancer and the names of those who haven't survived. I lost my mom to lung cancer at the age of 62 and I lost my grandma to ovarian cancer at the age of 52. Not to mentioned the many relatives and friends who have had it or have not survived it. My husband and I always walk the middle of the night shift, when it's quiet and you have time to think and read the names on the bags. It's almost reverant.
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clarinetgurl
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Posted: 9 August 2006 09:52 pm |
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Hisgal, I just wanted to applaud you for doing Relay for Life. I think that is a great work. I really wanted to be involved this year, but i didn't know how to go about it really and it just slipped away.
I have been one year, when a group from church formed a team in my and another person's honor. I just think it's a wonderful thing.
Good luck!
clarinetgurl
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Hisgal
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Posted: 10 August 2006 04:43 am |
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Thanks CG I really think it's a worthwhile cause.
I am lucky that our office has had a team every year for a long time. You need 10 people to form a team. My family, and my husband's has been so affected by cancer. It's really scary
I am hoping that getting out of the "obese" category now, will be soon enough to ward off the diagnosis for me. From all the things I've read, obesity sure seems to be a factor in getting several types of cancer.
I need to lose this weight and be healthy!....my goals Hisgal
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