New On Here - Starting Liquid/Raw Diet Tomorrow

Fiza007
Fiza007 Posts: 7
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Hey All,

I came across this site looking for like minded peeps to share weight loss struggles with. I have done water fasts in the past and have lasted 9 days max. The weight loss was great but once again I put the weight back on. Looking to start a liquid/raw diet tomorrow and would love some support from all you great peeps out there. Looking to lose about 85 pounds, WISH ME LUCK!

Thank You
Love & Light

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  • Chief_Rocka
    Chief_Rocka Posts: 4,710 Member
    WISH ME LUCK!

    Good luck with your micronutrient deficiency goals :flowerforyou:
  • donyellemoniquex3
    donyellemoniquex3 Posts: 2,384 Member
    WISH ME LUCK!

    Good luck with your micronutrient deficiency goals :flowerforyou:
  • evileyefirefly
    evileyefirefly Posts: 322 Member
    Man those are rough... are you doing a juice type diet?
  • michail71
    michail71 Posts: 120 Member
    Good luck!

    But what is your current body fat %? I've done Lyle McDonald style PSMF liquid diets but only to go from like 12% down to 9-10%.
  • Fozzi43
    Fozzi43 Posts: 2,984 Member
    Why?
  • skullshank
    skullshank Posts: 4,323 Member
    I have done water fasts in the past and have lasted 9 days max. The weight loss was great but once again I put the weight back on.

    do you know the definition of insanity?
  • TeaBea
    TeaBea Posts: 14,517 Member
    Good luck.................................

    Um, why a liquid/raw diet? You will find all kinds of diets here on MFP, but many users eat regular food in moderation.... here's why.

    Lifestyle changes .............these are permanent changes you make that help you keep weight loss off PERMANENTLY.

    Eating regular food and logging your portions (seems tedious) ..... but you LEARN. You learn that some foods are shockingly high in calories (tiny portions) .... you learn that some foods are low in nutrition. You learn what foods keep you full. Learning a new lifestyle will take time, but it gives you the tools you need to keep any weight you lose OFF.
  • Fiza007
    Fiza007 Posts: 7
    Thank You ;)
  • notnikkisixx
    notnikkisixx Posts: 375 Member
    Why?

    ^THIS

    It seems like you're looking for a quick fix when you should be looking for an all-over lifestyle change. Quick fixes cannot be maintained and you will always end up failing.

    Try harder.
  • odusgolp
    odusgolp Posts: 10,477 Member
    No. I will not wish you luck. I wish you failure so that you can start learning from your mistakes and stop seeking starvation/miracle diets and start seeking a healthy lifestyle.

    Cheers.
  • BaconMD
    BaconMD Posts: 1,165 Member
    Why?
    ^
  • DancingDreams1234
    DancingDreams1234 Posts: 165
    Are you doing this as a cleanse? Honestly, I just recommend sticking to the method of "EATING HEALTHY" If you are doing it for cleansing purposes, just eat more fruits and vegetables and drink plenty of water. Losing weight is a lifestyle change, not a "diet" I always used to say stuff like that like "I'm starting the Lemonade Detox tomorrow" or "I'm water fasting for two days" I would always fail. You just need to eat healthy, you'll feel happier too.
  • Factory_Reset
    Factory_Reset Posts: 1,651 Member
    IN

    for insanity
  • verymissk
    verymissk Posts: 262 Member
    If you always gain the weight back, why do you keep doing it?
  • KANGOOJUMPS
    KANGOOJUMPS Posts: 6,474 Member
    I like the booze liquid diet,
    works wonders
  • Fiza007
    Fiza007 Posts: 7
    I have tried Juice Diet and it wasn't for me. So I have decided to try this. All new to me so hopefully it will go well.
  • countingthreads
    countingthreads Posts: 7
    No. I will not wish you luck. I wish you failure so that you can start learning from your mistakes and stop seeking starvation/miracle diets and start seeking a healthy lifestyle.

    Cheers.

    I am with you on this. I wish you luck with a lifestyle change but quick fixes don't work - I've tried them all. The only thing that has ever worked is if I am religious about keeping my food diary so I can see where I'm going wrong.
  • EmilyOfTheSun
    EmilyOfTheSun Posts: 1,548 Member
    You shouldn't bother with fad diets that are gonna leave you miserable and hungry. Eat under your calorie goal and you'll lose weight just fine, and it will be more healthy for you.

    And this may sound really rude....but you'll usually notice those that go on these extreme diets are the ones who are over weight and/or not at their goals. Take a look at all the fit and in shape people on this site....they actually eat a good amount of food.
  • TheCriz76
    TheCriz76 Posts: 83 Member
    [/quote]

    do you know the definition of insanity?
    [/quote]

    This.

    Liquid fasts/diets are worthless...you don't learn anything and the weight comes right back on once you start eating real food again. Are you prepared to fast everyday for the rest of your life as opposed to eating real food to keep the weight off? My advise is don't even bother, count calories and move. That's all you have to do.
  • james6998
    james6998 Posts: 743 Member
    WISH ME LUCK!

    Good luck with your micronutrient deficiency goals :flowerforyou:

    Although i totally agree with this statement i have to admit. It was an experience (not a good one i might add) going on a liquid diet for 2 weeks. My wife was originally going to get Vertical Gastric Bypass surgery done. They told her she had to go out a liquid diet for 2 weeks and then another low carb, low calorie food diet for 2 months after and drop at least 20lbs. After talking about the idea... which i might add she was in a waiting list for almost 8 years. We decided it wasn't the best idea. You need to take multi vitamins and very strict with diet choices. We really didn't have the budget for. The liquid dropped her weight by about 12lbs in the 2 weeks but i can tell you she was *****y as all get out and yes i did the diet with her.
  • Fiza007
    Fiza007 Posts: 7
    Thanks peeps for all your comments, very much appreciated. I found in water fasts that my meditation was much better and I had a chance to clear my mind a lot than when I am eating. However it was very difficult for me with a demanding job and business. I will keep everyone posted, either I will be loving it or will let you know of my pitfalls. Love & Light to all :)
  • ames105
    ames105 Posts: 288 Member
    *Shaking my head at the storm this thread is going to cause.*

    OP - I disagree with a lot of the information some people provide here, but in this case, everyone is right. This is not sustainable or healthy. In order for a diet or lifestyle change to be successful, you have to learn about food, what it does to your body, how much is appropriate, what you should do for your health and wellbeing. Liquid diets are not the way to go. Raw food is better than liquids only, but you are not a rabbit, must have appropriate protein, carbs and fats.

    There is no way around this...it takes hard work, dedication and perservance. There is no quick fix. Make small changes, educate yourself, exercise, buy healthy food and eat it.
  • ShellyBell999
    ShellyBell999 Posts: 1,482 Member
    I have a feeling ~John~ will be your new best friend for a bit. :noway:

    LUCK! :flowerforyou:
  • Fiza007
    Fiza007 Posts: 7
    Good luck!

    But what is your current body fat %? I've done Lyle McDonald style PSMF liquid diets but only to go from like 12% down to 9-10%.

    I don't know I am afraid.
  • Fiza007
    Fiza007 Posts: 7
    I like the booze liquid diet,
    works wonders

    :)
  • Fiza007
    Fiza007 Posts: 7
    Peeps I am new on this and trying to answer all your questions. It seems I am not getting through them quick enough. Apologies for that but I will reply to everyone eventually. By the way I don't mind any comments or suggestions. If you peeps have taken time out to reply that is very much appreciated.
    Love & Light
  • ryry_
    ryry_ Posts: 4,966 Member
    Thanks peeps for all your comments, very much appreciated. I found in water fasts that my meditation was much better and I had a chance to clear my mind a lot than when I am eating. However it was very difficult for me with a demanding job and business. I will keep everyone posted, either I will be loving it or will let you know of my pitfalls. Love & Light to all :)

    Thats because you were hallucinating...Ya know, from the diet.

    Something tells me are something else entirely.

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