No Grain...No Pain!!!
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Sorry to say no exercise for me today. But I'll try tomorrow.
I did, however, do my very first fast today. No food for 16 hours. Wow. Can't believe I did it. Wasn't as bad as I thought.0 -
okay, so i'm going to post this here and in the nograin no pain thread. b/c i have a few questions and need some advice! first of all, i know i mentioned before about how my daycare keeps putting cereal in dj's bottle and i keep getting into with them about it. i thought i had it taken care of but yesterday she admitted to me that she was still putting some in his bottle for breakfast. he's five months old!!! he can eat the cereal with a spoon!!! but point being, i told her i didn't want him to have cereal at all. esp in his bottle. i even got a note from the doctor and took it to her showing that my doctor asked that he not be fed cereal through a bottle. her response yesterday was that she was required by the govt to give him at least 2 tablespoons of cereal a day. but she said she wouldn't give him any more than that, and agreed to feed it to him with a spoon. so when i got home i looked up the alabama guidelines for daycare, it says "0-3 tbsp infant cereal for infants 4-7 mos, the serving of this component shall be optional" that is from page 72 of the "manual" so really?? i don't want to fight with this woman b/c she takes care of my son! and i've already changed daycares once, i live in a small town, don't have many more options! you just can't argue with people that are stuck in their ways. she actually told me that the cereal helps his stomach and it's filling for him, that's why he's so hungry all the time, b/c i'm not giving him cereal. i told her she is welcome to feed him all the fruits and veggies she wants (he eats it all!) but to please stop giving him cereal. and ofcourse it ended with her saying she's required to give him at least 2 tbsp, which is a load of crap. okay, so what now? i'm tired of fighting with her? and i was thinking this morning in the shower, that when he reaches one year old they will switch him over to cows milk(whole milk) instead of formula. what do i do then? what do yall think is best? would he need cows milk? any milk? i now can see why people don't like drinking water. why not feed babies water? why do they say not too?? could he not get everything that is found in milk in his diet?? yall help me here!!! dj is a big baby and i know he will be b/c his daddy is a big man. and i know babies are supposed to be fat, i'm okay with that. she keeps acting like i'm trying to put dj on a diet, and it's not that at all. i could care less how fat he is right now, he's a baby! i'm just thinking about his health and his future, and teaching him the right way to eat. not stuffing him so full that his stomach is already strecthed out this early in life. she keeps saying when he starts walking this weight will melt off. lady i'm not worried about the weight!!! i could scream!
okay, next question. what is best to eat to break a fast?? does it even matter if it's just a lil 24 hours fast?0 -
Kim, I am not a parent so I can't say what is best for children, that is quite a quandry. What kind of milk/protein is in the formula?
I looked up the issue of water and they don't recommend giving babies water because of their suckling reflex they will drink water and fill up on it and not nutrient rich foods that they need.
http://baby.families.com/blog/dont-give-your-baby-water-to-drink
it says it could cause water toxicity.
I would look into what would be done if her were allergic to wheat and treat him like a child with celiac or gluten intolerance.0 -
I've never heard that babies have to be fed with cereals, especially not at that young age! What if your son was allergic to gluten?
Anyway, I think I'd best start with introducing myslef.
Name: Hellsbells
Age: 49
Kids: 2 (adults)
Pets: none
Married/SO: Married
Eating Lifestyle: LCHF
Starting weight: 66kg (I think it was 64.5 when I joined MFP)
Goal Weight: 56kg
Goals for this 8 wks: reducing the amount of body fat and building more muscles.
Plus, I want to fit in my clothes again!0 -
I'm just curious, I've been doing alot of research about why this diet works so well for so many of us, how many of us actually know for a fact that we are insulin resistant???
I wish we could put polls on here 0 -
I'm just curious, I've been doing alot of research about why this diet works so well for so many of us, how many of us actually know for a fact that we are insulin resistant???
I wish we could put polls on here
So, technically, I've never been had any health symptoms to qualify me as insulin resistant, as far as blood work. Even at 320 pounds, all my bloodwork levels were "normal". They are even better now. But, there's diabetes all over the place on both sides of my family. And other health issues I used to have, (that I have read MAY be connected to insulin resistance, but not for certain), have ceased since going low-carb/ high-fat- such as depression, anxiety, insomnia, fatique, and acne (lol).
So, I guess, I believe it is fact that I'm insulin resistant, but a doctor might not say so for lack of evidence.
But, this lifestyle also works for my family members who certainly are insulin resistant/ diabetic.0 -
I'm just curious, I've been doing alot of research about why this diet works so well for so many of us, how many of us actually know for a fact that we are insulin resistant???
I wish we could put polls on here
So, technically, I've never been had any health symptoms to qualify me as insulin resistant, as far as blood work. Even at 320 pounds, all my bloodwork levels were "normal". They are even better now. But, there's diabetes all over the place on both sides of my family. And other health issues I used to have, (that I have read MAY be connected to insulin resistance, but not for certain), have ceased since going low-carb/ high-fat- such as depression, anxiety, insomnia, fatique, and acne (lol).
So, I guess, I believe it is fact that I'm insulin resistant, but a doctor might not say so for lack of evidence.
But, this lifestyle also works for my family members who certainly are insulin resistant/ diabetic.
Everyone in my family has full blown diabetes, I'm talking, my mom, my dad, all of my grandparents. All but one have to give themselves shots everyday. I've been hypoglycemic my whole life, meaning my sugar drops real low and i get real dizzy and light headed, cold sweats, that kind of thing, then i eat something sweet and it gets better. During my pregnancy I was diagnosed with gestation diabetes. I had to check my blood sugar four times a day and I was on a real strict diet. honestly that has helped me so much. I learned what food made my blood sugar spike, and what foods didn't. I know it's different now that I'm not pregnant anymore, but I wonder if those same foods will still do the same. I may do some experimenting since I still have a glucose monitor. but everytime I've ate a ton of carbs a few hours later i feel like i'm going to pass out if i don't eat something. but when I'm eating with the primal lifestyle i don't have that problem at all. that's why i love it so much. even if i didn't lose one pound, i think i would still do this diet just for the way it makes me feel (when i actually can stick with it!) I've also heard that excess abdominal fat is a sign. and that's where me and all my family tends to store fat. so does this mean i am insulin resistant?0 -
You know, the body shape thing is an interesting question. Most things I read say that the "apple" shape is the shape that signals diabetes/ insulin resistant- but the ladies of my family (a couple of them diabetics), are major "pears". I am a major pear! 36-29-44. So, I don't know... I think insulin resistant people can come in either package.0
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My fat also weighs largely in my midsection. I've read that excess sugars could be to blame. I also think it's genetics- my mom is an apple shape too. However, she has a sweet tooth too! I had a blood assessment recently, a service my job provides, and my triglycerides were really high. The person doing the assessment said it was because I didn't fast before the test but they were really high - 173 mg. which I've read is because of having a diet high in carbohydrates. Those are my reasons for wanting to change my diet. The biggest reason is my midsection. I've seen many others my same height and weight that don't have the belly fat I do. I want my belly button to come out of hiding from behind my rolls!0
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You know, the body shape thing is an interesting question. Most things I read say that the "apple" shape is the shape that signals diabetes/ insulin resistant- but the ladies of my family (a couple of them diabetics), are major "pears". I am a major pear! 36-29-44. So, I don't know... I think insulin resistant people can come in either package.
Major apple here! something like.. 34- 32 - 340 -
You know, the body shape thing is an interesting question. Most things I read say that the "apple" shape is the shape that signals diabetes/ insulin resistant- but the ladies of my family (a couple of them diabetics), are major "pears". I am a major pear! 36-29-44. So, I don't know... I think insulin resistant people can come in either package.
I read and heard today that apple/pear both tend to be insulin resistant.0 -
You know, the body shape thing is an interesting question. Most things I read say that the "apple" shape is the shape that signals diabetes/ insulin resistant- but the ladies of my family (a couple of them diabetics), are major "pears". I am a major pear! 36-29-44. So, I don't know... I think insulin resistant people can come in either package.
by the way, i'm so jealous, i want a 29 inch waist!!
i am apple all the way!!!! 41,41,46!!! ofcourse those were taken in march, only a few months after having a baby, i think my belly and boobs have both went down some. i'm going to retake them tomorrow0 -
My fat also weighs largely in my midsection. I've read that excess sugars could be to blame. I also think it's genetics- my mom is an apple shape too. However, she has a sweet tooth too! I had a blood assessment recently, a service my job provides, and my triglycerides were really high. The person doing the assessment said it was because I didn't fast before the test but they were really high - 173 mg. which I've read is because of having a diet high in carbohydrates. Those are my reasons for wanting to change my diet. The biggest reason is my midsection. I've seen many others my same height and weight that don't have the belly fat I do. I want my belly button to come out of hiding from behind my rolls!
me too girl, me too only i can't imagine how many rolls you have with a 32 inch waist! it amazes me how different everybody's bodies can be shaped, even at the same weight and height.0 -
My fat also weighs largely in my midsection. I've read that excess sugars could be to blame. I also think it's genetics- my mom is an apple shape too. However, she has a sweet tooth too! I had a blood assessment recently, a service my job provides, and my triglycerides were really high. The person doing the assessment said it was because I didn't fast before the test but they were really high - 173 mg. which I've read is because of having a diet high in carbohydrates. Those are my reasons for wanting to change my diet. The biggest reason is my midsection. I've seen many others my same height and weight that don't have the belly fat I do. I want my belly button to come out of hiding from behind my rolls!
me too girl, me too only i can't imagine how many rolls you have with a 32 inch waist! it amazes me how different everybody's bodies can be shaped, even at the same weight and height.
It is a crazy thing! I spent so much time making my stomach look the way it did with years of gradually gaining weight. I was always big.. I'm smaller now then I was in jr high. I think my stomach has just held the form it was used to... A lot of people seem to have a pooch under their belly button but I'm bigger above mine. My waist used to be 42 inches though! I barely remember what it looked like then and I don't remember it being that different! I know losing 10 inches it has to look different but like I said- I think it reduced overall but the form stayed.. and the rolls! One or two more inches from my waist will make me a happy camper!0 -
Exercise today: Check! Meant to just throw kettlebells for 30 minutes, but it was beautiful outside so cranked up the turnes, opened the doors and I threw the bells outside and jumped on the trampoline. When I got back in over an hour had passed. Ha! Sure feel it now!0
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So I didn't workout today but I will tomorrow morning.
The insulin resistance makes sence to me because thouh I stay at 1250 calories a day I was still gaining weight. I haven't been on Atkins for that long and I've lost a good amount to begin. I haven't gone to the gym yet and I usually burm 500 a day. My diet before consisted of a lot of carbs and I could feel the difference the minute I cut it down to 20 per day.0 -
it amazes me how different everybody's bodies can be shaped, even at the same weight and height.
Yeah I agree... not sure about my bust size but my waist is 37 and my hips are 40... size 12 and those are *snug* right now. :noway:0 -
So the people in my house have decided to eat all of my sugar free jello. I really am killing for something sweet that's within the limits of the induction phase of Atkins! Anyone have a recipe?0
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Name: Dave
Age: 42
Kids: 2 boys (17 and 4)
Pets: 3 cats one dog
Married/SO: Married
Eating Lifestyle: Primal (started Primal on 4/25)
Starting weight: 238.6 (on 4 /25 already down 6 lbs)
Goal Weight: under 220 (long term goal under 180)
Goals for this 8 wks: 20lbs. Stay primal and get better at it.
Thanks for starting this thread, wish I had noticed it earlier.0 -
Well, I only got in 42 minutes on the treadmill today (2.25 miles). I have been doing 4.5 miles in an hour everyday, but as soon as I got on and started running, I felt the dreaded sharp pains in my shins. I went ahead and pushed through it for 42 minutes. Hoping to do the stretches and be back tomorrow at normal pace.0
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Hey everyone!!! I have been busy and haven't been able to post on the boards much.
I did take my dogs on a 50 minute walk this evening and enjoyed the brisk spring air. I will be glad when it warms up and stays warm!!!0 -
Well, I only got in 42 minutes on the treadmill today (2.25 miles). I have been doing 4.5 miles in an hour everyday, but as soon as I got on and started running, I felt the dreaded sharp pains in my shins. I went ahead and pushed through it for 42 minutes. Hoping to do the stretches and be back tomorrow at normal pace.
What kind of shoes are you wearing? I was having the same issue and I changed my shoes and no more shin pains.0 -
So the people in my house have decided to eat all of my sugar free jello. I really am killing for something sweet that's within the limits of the induction phase of Atkins! Anyone have a recipe?
Found this one before on Sugarfree Sheila try adapting the Splenda for Stevia and omitting chocolate extract whatever that is
Also these look promising ...Quick Pumpkin Mini-Cheesecakes
Makes 4 cheesecakes
(If during Induction, use Splenda packets rather than granular - less carbs!)
7½ net effective carbs per cheesecake
1½ cup pumpkin
1 cup cream cheese
4 eggs
2 T butter, melted
1 cup Splenda
1 T cinnamon (or more!)
1 T vanilla
1 tsp. almond extract
½ tsp. lemon extract
1 tsp. chocolate extract (optional)
1 tsp. salt
Blend ingredients & pour into 4 disposable aluminum pie shells.
375º for 25-30 minutes.
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/dessert-recipes/96818-pumpkin-meringue-cookies-induction-friendly.html
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/dessert-recipes/95790-mascarpone-parfait-mmmm.html
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.com/forums/dessert-recipes/416-mock-danish-needs-cream-cheese-egg-splenda.html
Excerise so far AM stretch, 2km walk to take my daughter to school, then 2km back home ... after housework I will do some time on my cross trainer and lift.
I had those pains in my knees and feet before, but I discovered it was my shoes- or lack of shoes which hurt me.0 -
Well, I only got in 42 minutes on the treadmill today (2.25 miles). I have been doing 4.5 miles in an hour everyday, but as soon as I got on and started running, I felt the dreaded sharp pains in my shins. I went ahead and pushed through it for 42 minutes. Hoping to do the stretches and be back tomorrow at normal pace.
Deep stretches to your ankle tendons (achilles, soleus etc..) should help. I also will ice after a run, then before bed apply some voltaren. Chromium & Magnesium will also help with the aches and pains.0 -
Ugh..... I can't seem to stop myself from eating bread products. I'm going grocery shopping this morning so will try to get myself better set up for success. I'm finding it hard because I'm allergic to eggs, hate cottage cheese and really can only stand so much meat. Breakfast is the hardest time for me.
Congrats again Steph....... thanks for going easy on us.
Just got my elliptical put together, may need help moving it into the right place to reach the wall plug but hopefully my 2yr old will let me do that each morning. That's what I'm hoping. I prefer to exercise first thing in the morning cause I get real lazy by the end of the day :P0 -
Good Morning Y'all...got my exercise in yesterday, went walking last night for 30 min, and then stayed up cleaning and doing laundry until almost 11
fun. don't fret Carol, I'm the same way, esp this week. I keep putting off going grocery shopping. but i have to go tonight. our fridge is completely empty I have an elliptical too, but I find myself dreading it. I'd rather go outside. I know that's crazy. I need to start getting up in the morning and getting on the elliptical too. I will start tomorrow. If I would just get it out of the way first thing in the morning, that would be great. b/c i tend to skip working out alot b/c i want to spend time with my baby when i get home I'm going to have to fit in a workout tonight. Darron has a softball game and i have to go grocery shopping. maybe i'll go walk on lunch or something! Hope everyone has a great day! 0 -
Well, I only got in 42 minutes on the treadmill today (2.25 miles). I have been doing 4.5 miles in an hour everyday, but as soon as I got on and started running, I felt the dreaded sharp pains in my shins. I went ahead and pushed through it for 42 minutes. Hoping to do the stretches and be back tomorrow at normal pace.
I get the shin splints too. Different shoes so far have not helped. I was told they are from calcium deposits. Massage helps a lot. And the stretch I do that helps the most is to get on my knees and sit so my butt pushes against the my heels and lean back.
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I did go to body pump last night, it was good. No exercise today, it is a day of rest!
I left my greek yogurt and berry smoothie on the counter at home though:grumble:0 -
Good morning everyone. I got some heavy lifting done today by lifting computers from one building to my car and them to the next building.....
Going for another long walk when I get home this afternoon.
Eating is good. Eggs fried in coconut oil and nitrate free bacon this morning for breakfast and will have grilled chicken caesar salad for lunch with slivered almonds and ground chia seed on top.0 -
Hey All! Just popping in to say hello!! Did another fast today, but then I just read you shouldn't do it two days in a row. Oops!! Oh well.
Hope everyone is have an awesome day!!0
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