China & Keto?
DittoDan
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Get a load of this... the company I work for (and Disney) are going to send me to China!!! I am designing stuff for the new $4 billion park Disney is building in Shanghai... I have to go supervise the construction of some projects I am designing. I may be there for 2-4 weeks starting around August 10 (Lord willing).
http://www.cnn.com/2015/07/15/travel/disneyland-shanghai-first-look/index.html
It will be an adventure to say the least. And part of the adventure will be staying Keto and eating Keto.
I'm thinking it won't be too difficult. I think they serve every kind of food that can be eaten, from bugs to weird seafood.
I'm will get a voice translator for my iPhone. I may visit my doctor and see if I should get any shots (typhoid, hepatitis, etc)
Any tips, suggestions, comments? I will NOT be taking any food from America on the plane.
Dan the Man from Michigan
Keto / IF / Sedentary
94 pounds down, 30 to go.
http://www.cnn.com/2015/07/15/travel/disneyland-shanghai-first-look/index.html
It will be an adventure to say the least. And part of the adventure will be staying Keto and eating Keto.
I'm thinking it won't be too difficult. I think they serve every kind of food that can be eaten, from bugs to weird seafood.
I'm will get a voice translator for my iPhone. I may visit my doctor and see if I should get any shots (typhoid, hepatitis, etc)
Any tips, suggestions, comments? I will NOT be taking any food from America on the plane.
Dan the Man from Michigan
Keto / IF / Sedentary
94 pounds down, 30 to go.
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Oh how awesome is that!! Enjoy your trip of a lifetime!0
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That's awesome! And I would try to eat at more traditional restaurants, there will still be rice, but also lots of delicious unthickened soups.0
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I'm envious. You'll have a blast and no problem with the food -- plenty of seafood, duck, chicken, pork, and even beef.
Well, I did have one problem on a trip to Taiwan. Ehrm, just make sure the food is thoroughly cooked and you should be fine....0 -
That is exciting!! I'm sure it will be a blast. You know how to eat low carb. I have every confidence in your ability. Enjoy!!0
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Try all the bugs! I wish we had more delicious bugs on the streets here. I've never actually tried any. But I want to.0
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I can see you back with a new statement: Dan the Bug Man!! You will be going on a high protein diet!0
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That' so cool ! Take me with you ! I hear the crickets are good....0
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You will probably have a wide choice of foods and be fed well, so you should be fine.
You might reconsider bringing a couple things with you.
On my two trips to Mexico I brought Costco pepperoni sticks (resealable pack) and about a half pound of Jarlsberg. Forgive the pun, but it saved my bacon more than once.
A trip to China is NOT worth messing your keto...0 -
What an Adventure! I am so excited for you. If it is anything like the Chinatowns here in the states, you should find plenty of places with skinned animals hanging down for you to eat and boiled chicken feet make an excellent, healthy broth.
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That's freakin awesome Dan! Hope you have time to enjoy yourself in the midst of the work
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As for food, I've never been. I can't tell you anything first hand, but if it's anything relatively similar to what I've seen on No Reservations or Bizarre Foods you'll have a plethora of options. Idk how the options will work with MFP as far as logging goes, but you know what you have to do.
It'll be GREAT!
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Aw wow! How exciting! I'm sure you'll have a trip of a lifetime. Have fun trying all of the food.0
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Have an amazing time!0
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That sounds like a great opportunity. Update us with your take of China when you return.0
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Thank everyone for the well wishes!
Update. I went to Sate Department and they didn't like my birth certificate. It was issued in a year (1997) when there were a lot of fraudulent BC's. SO I have to get a "certified" one. The state of Texas says 10-15 working days to get a certified BC. So, things may get pushed back, IDK whats going to happen and am not worried about it. If it all works out ~ good, if it doesn't ~ good.
I can't have them push it too far back, because I just bought airline tickets to go to Dallas on the weekend of Sept. 12th. I have lost enough weight, to where I am now not ashamed of the way I look, so that (Lord willing) I will be attending my 40th high school reunion. I have always wanted to go to one of these events, but always banished the thought because of my fatness ~ morbidly obesity.
Dan the Man from Michigan
Keto / IF / Sedentary
95 pounds down, 29 to go.
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How awesome for you Dan!!!! Wish my job would send me somewhere!!0
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I thought Texas had an expedited online process for birth certificates with overnight delivery. I had to do it a few years ago for my nephews. Maybe it wasn't certified. Good luck!0
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I can't have them push it too far back, because I just bought airline tickets to go to Dallas on the weekend of Sept. 12th. I have lost enough weight, to where I am now not ashamed of the way I look, so that (Lord willing) I will be attending my 40th high school reunion. I have always wanted to go to one of these events, but always banished the thought because of my fatness ~ morbidly obesity.
What a great NSV... I hope you have a great time and that the China trip works out! Quite a compliment to be selected as the resource for that project!0 -
@DittoDan I had a phone call from my #1Son today and mentioned your situation to him. Some background: He has a PhD from Cornell in Animal Science and has worked for the past 6-7 years at Michigan State as a researcher in the biochemistry of cattle reproduction. Two or three years ago he went to China on a project the Chinese government had contracted with MSU. His comments: "Bring your meds." "You will sometimes find it difficult to know what you are eating." "There is no equivalent of the FDA protecting food safety." He had no problems. His boss was hospitalized with gastroenteritis. This wasn't the first overseas trip for either of them and his boss has been to China and India before.0
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How exciting to travel to China. Plenty of street food there which is reality safe. You should have no problems. Also the conseriage at your hotel should be able to help you score anything specific if you need it.0
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I usually take the option of an apartment or hotel room with a kitchenette and go to the local markets for great fresh meat and leafy greens when in Asia for any length of time. Also, remember the Chinese food in China is not the same as Chinese food in the US or other western countries. They generally add less sugar for themselves - but they will look at you very strange if you decline the noodles or rice - a bit like saying - no really I don't want oxygen thank you. :-)
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A 100 gram serving of crickets has 5.1 carbs. Just a bit of useless trivia. Have a wonderful time and enjoy all the interesting protein choices China has to offer!0
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I thought Texas had an expedited online process for birth certificates with overnight delivery. I had to do it a few years ago for my nephews. Maybe it wasn't certified. Good luck!
Well, if they have it, it ain't online. I will try to call them tomorrow, but don't have any high hopes when dealing with a governmental agency. It will probably take 30 minutes to find the right person to talk to...
I can't have them push it too far back, because I just bought airline tickets to go to Dallas on the weekend of Sept. 12th. I have lost enough weight, to where I am now not ashamed of the way I look, so that (Lord willing) I will be attending my 40th high school reunion. I have always wanted to go to one of these events, but always banished the thought because of my fatness ~ morbidly obesity.
What a great NSV... I hope you have a great time and that the China trip works out! Quite a compliment to be selected as the resource for that project!
Thank you for the kind words...!KeithF6250 wrote: »@DittoDan I had a phone call from my #1Son today and mentioned your situation to him. Some background: He has a PhD from Cornell in Animal Science and has worked for the past 6-7 years at Michigan State as a researcher in the biochemistry of cattle reproduction. Two or three years ago he went to China on a project the Chinese government had contracted with MSU. His comments: "Bring your meds." "You will sometimes find it difficult to know what you are eating." "There is no equivalent of the FDA protecting food safety." He had no problems. His boss was hospitalized with gastroenteritis. This wasn't the first overseas trip for either of them and his boss has been to China and India before.
Thanks for the tip Keith! Yeah, definitely want to look out. I'll go to doc and see if he can give me some preemptive meds.I usually take the option of an apartment or hotel room with a kitchenette and go to the local markets for great fresh meat and leafy greens when in Asia for any length of time. Also, remember the Chinese food in China is not the same as Chinese food in the US or other western countries. They generally add less sugar for themselves - but they will look at you very strange if you decline the noodles or rice - a bit like saying - no really I don't want oxygen thank you. :-)
Have an amazing time.
Thank you... I am so worried about the "hanging-meat-in-the-market-with-flies-all-over-it-then-cooked-and-made-into-a-dish" type of food. I'd probably be better off in a fast food restaurant like Micky D'd or BK....A 100 gram serving of crickets has 5.1 carbs. Just a bit of useless trivia. Have a wonderful time and enjoy all the interesting protein choices China has to offer!
Yecth! I'm not intentionally eating any bugs!! LOL! Not gonna even try. Heck, if I watch one of those "survivalist" shows on TV and they eat a worm or bug, I almost gag and immediately change the channel... LOL!
I hope this helps,
Dan the Man from Michigan
Keto / IF / Sedentary
95 pounds down, 29 to go.0 -
One other thought. If I go, and I don't feel comfortable eating their food, I can always fast.... I am so used to it now...
I still have enough fat on me to go probably 60+ days or so....
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Dan the Man from Michigan
Keto / IF / Sedentary
95 pounds down, 29 to go.
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If you have someone still in Texas whom you can send a form giving them permission to get it (ask the government office what it would need and if it would to be notarized), they might be able to get it quicker.0
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Update on the trip. Went to Texas Monday and got my birth certificate. While I was there, I ate the best ever beef ribs. One rib weighed one pound. But the bone was at least 5 oz of the weight. I could cut it with a plastic knife.
Here's a pic:
The next day, I went to State Department and got my paperwork completed to get a Passport. It was sent to me today (Thursday) and now I have to go to Chicago to the Chinese Consulate to get a visa. I will get to visit with my daughter who lives there and she will keep my car while I am in China.
I will go Sunday evening, then to Consulate Monday morning. If I expedite the visa, I should get the it in time to leave on Wednesday morning at 10:00. Arrive in Shanghai on Thursday at 2:00 pm, a 14 hour non-stop flight. Then I have to take a cab to train station, then a train to Hangzhou about 2 hrs away.
I just purchased the airline tickets tonight.
I am excited, but its a lot of work to get all my ducks in a row....
I will probably start a blog while I am there and post a few pics every once in a while.
I hope this helps,
Dan the Man from Michigan
Keto / IF / E.A.S.Y. exercise program
100 pounds down, 24 to go.
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Wow the turn around on this has been quick. I hope you have a great time!0
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Update on the trip. Went to Texas Monday and got my birth certificate. While I was there, I ate the best ever beef ribs. One rib weighed one pound. But the bone was at least 5 oz of the weight. I could cut it with a plastic knife.
Here's a pic:
The next day, I went to State Department and got my paperwork completed to get a Passport. It was sent to me today (Thursday) and now I have to go to Chicago to the Chinese Consulate to get a visa. I will get to visit with my daughter who lives there and she will keep my car while I am in China.
I will go Sunday evening, then to Consulate Monday morning. If I expedite the visa, I should get the it in time to leave on Wednesday morning at 10:00. Arrive in Shanghai on Thursday at 2:00 pm, a 14 hour non-stop flight. Then I have to take a cab to train station, then a train to Hangzhou about 2 hrs away.
I just purchased the airline tickets tonight.
I am excited, but its a lot of work to get all my ducks in a row....
I will probably start a blog while I am there and post a few pics every once in a while.
I hope this helps,
Dan the Man from Michigan
Keto / IF / E.A.S.Y. exercise program
100 pounds down, 24 to go.
Dan, I would have been tempted to take that rib bone home for some killer bone broth!! Just sayin'. C0 -
Hope all is going well with your travel! Can't wait for pictures!0
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Safe travels, Dan. I look forward to the reports.0
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Update:
Have Visa now. Nice visit with daughter in Chicago. Lord willing, take off tomorrow (Thursday) about 10:00 am. 14 hour non-stop to Shanghai.
I'll keep everyone posted...
Dan the Man from Michigan
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