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I too kicked the Starbucks habit last month along with Diet Coke. I drink black coffee now with monkfruit sweetener. I make cauliflower rice rather than white or brown rice and like zucchini or shiritaki noodles in place of normal spaghetti. I don’t really sub anything for bread but just go without or use a low carb wrap…

As we close the month I’m disappointed to have not shed weight. I’ve been pretty good about cutting artificial sweeteners and a lot of processed junk from my diet. I’ve had a couple of slips but for the most part have been pretty consistent which tells me I need to watch my portions more closely and maybe play with my…

I’ve not had the momentum this month that I did in January. I’ve been snacking on nuts, had a few drinks with friends and Girl Scout cookies happened. But I got an email today that made me feel better so I thought I would share the lead off quote. “ Where you are now is exactly where you are supposed to be. Trust the…

So I made it through Super Bowl weekend without going crazy, eating off plan and just generally stuffing myself. I did go to the grocery the night before to have some things on hand and made the mistake of taking along my saboteur, aka dear husband. I was a bit embarrassed by our cart with the junk food he grabbed. So that…

I’ve gained this week but have had some stress from work and have eaten more than I likely need, regardless that it has been in plan. I’ve had some cravings but have gotten past them. I’m still fasting but this week I’ve been getting hungry earlier. I’ve listened and cut the fasts short. This is a marathon or so I keep…

As per my last few months, I’ll stick with the basics. Keep protein fairly high, fat moderate and carbs under 50g. I’ll keep with my fasting and am focusing a bit on removing toxins from my environment. I have stuck with eliminating most artificial sweeteners and am trying to make natural foods my first priority over…

Well as the month closed out, I ended up down just over 4 pounds. It’s been a while since I lost each week but really monitoring macros has helped and I haven’t felt deprived. I had a few processed carbs but for the most part are quite clean all month and only had a few cravings. My energy seems to be improving and my…

This weekend I started having some carb cravings but stayed on plan. I have snacked in the evenings on nuts and need to break that habit. It likely will lead to no loss for the week. I’ve been feeling more hungry but think some stress at work may be triggering that. I’m sleeping well and have stayed away from caffeine in…

I stepped on the scale today and am down 3 pounds from the beginning of the month so I’ll take the small wins. I’m in that spot where I don’t have much to go so I’m not surprised at the slowness of this process. I will say it is frustrating as hell to fast for good stretches, cut out artificial sweeteners and reduce carbs…

Hi all! The week is going fine as I’m doing the things however the scale is doing it’s usual up and down. I think some water retention is happening from dinner last night. I need to cut back in my nut consumption but overall am hanging in there. Down a couple of pounds for the month so I’m hoping to continue that. Now if…

I hear all of you on losing pets. I have an aging Rottweiler that I’m trying to prepare myself for. Until then, giving him the best life I can. I just ordered ‘Keto Flex’ on my kindle by Ben Azadi. I’ve been listening to his podcasts and want to dive into the book today. My fasts and protein consumption have been good this…

I’m so glad to see this thread picking up steam this month! Work is getting busy but I’ve been successful at not grazing when stressed or bored. I’m still if artificial sweeteners which is a huge feat for me but so far, so good. No major cravings. Fasting has also been fine. My weight is bouncing but I’m hoping it will…

Hi all! Sounds like everyone is jumping in with both feet to kick off the new year. Remember, this is a marathon and weight loss/ body change takes time. I’m an instant gratification kinda girl but alas, I’ve been recomping slowly for the last 3 years. My keto flu fatigue was much better today but a long appointment kept…

@LifeChangz i’m with you on cutting back on volume I consume. I’m realizing it is habit to eat until I’m overly full and don’t like the feeling. This week is going fine, but I’m on @baconslave’s roller coaster known as the scale. Oh well, this too will even out. I think I have a touch of the keto flu. Feeling very tired…

Happy new year all! I’m doing well on my fasts this week which seems to have helped shed a little water weight. I drank my last latte for the time being yesterday and had it at lunch to break my fast. I think the artificial sweeteners, albeit sugar free, aren’t great for me and either that or the almond milk gives me…

My focus this month will be on healing through intermittent fasting and getting back to clean eating. I’m going to stop my Diet Coke and Starbucks habits to cut back on artificial sweeteners. Addressing better health should result in some dropped weight. Heck, cutting down on snacking and reducing processed food should be…

I’m still here trying to make good choices. I’ve stuck with intermittent fasting and snacking has been reduced however I’ve put on a couple of pounds. I would imagine some of the carbs and drinks last week added to that was well as cutting back on my cardio. I’m trying to stick with my new strength program without a lot of…

I tried these last night. Very tasty. https://pin.it/2TnBvkm

Sounds like a good plan we could all copy! Looking forward to the new year and new habits.

I’m still here and am trying valiantly to stick with the plan. I’ve done alright so far and am thinking through low carb options to take for Christmas dinner. Probably a 7 layer salad and veggie side. I checked back to the start of the month and am down a bit but I’d like to see more. I start my new strength training…

@LifeChangz these ideas are too cute! I’m trying to do better this week. Fasting is going fine and I’m sticking mainly with proteins and vegetables. I need to get the proteins up to feel more satisfied but I’m hanging in there. I got my new strength equipment today so I’m excited to try it out tomorrow. I’ll begin 2 weeks…

I’m still here but struggled last week. I got disgusted and decided enough is enough. I ordered some new equipment for my husband and I to try for improving strength and may cut back a bit on my cardio. Now to focus on food. I’m going to cut back on carbs because I’d given myself some freedom because of weight lifting but…

I too, try to keep my protein above 100g per day. Some days it is easier than others but I’ve found protein keeps me the most satisfied while cutting into cravings.

@LifeChangz that wreath is so pretty- no one will think about it being low carb. I’ve been stressed from work the last few weeks. I had 4 interviews and didn’t get the job, then started a transition to a new project that is messy and over budget. So lots to keep me busy while affecting my sleep. I hope to get back on track…

I like everyone else have been busy. I was off work last week and kept up workouts but ate with abandon. I gained about .6 of a pound surprisingly as I assumed it would be more. I’m under some stress at work so am trying not to eat my feelings but definitely have room for improvement. Maybe next month proves easier. Ha,…

I spent the last two days in the office and wouldn’t you know it- snacks galore holed up in a conference room with others eating all day. Man, that rubs off. Still maintaining though so fingers crossed I can keep this train on the tracks and finish the month off strong. Maybe I’ll do a turkey trot to have something fun to…

I’m still bouncing in the scales and didn’t do great for the weekend food-wise but I’m digging in today and am going to make this work. I’ve gotten most of the junk outta here and finished off some powerseed toast that keeps tempting me. Enough of the nonsense! Now to convince my saboteur of the same…

Hey newbies, don’t be shy! Join our challenge and get support throughout the month. There’s great accountability partners here. As for me, I followed my loose rules yesterday with no snacking and finishing eating early but went over on calories and was low on protein for the day. I need to get to the store to stock up on…

Maybe I should make my goal be to maintain and then be pleasantly surprised when I lose. But I’m into repeating my silly behavior so darn it, my goal is to shed some pounds! I’ll do this by not eating after 8pm, eating only when hungry, not having seconds unless I’ve waited at least 20 minutes and staying close to my Macro…

Well the month is over and my goals fell short. I basically maintained for the month so I guess November means go time. Now that things are more stable with my husband and his health, I should get back on track. I’ll chalk this up as another month of learning what works and what doesn’t. On the plus side, I am getting…