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Eating out is one of the hardest things on this (or really any) diet...we just don't know what they are putting in our food!! For me, yes 58 carbs solidly kicks me out of ketosis...and yes, for me, I suffer the flu every time working my way back in. Yucky...but not a big deal over all. You just get yourself back on track.…
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BPC is really THE thing that put me on this path. Tried it, loved it, read how it was Keto friendly and it was love from there.
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Hmmm...I love seeing life from other people's perspectives. I actually use diet soda as a treat occasionally. I never considered myself a big sweet eater, especially not compared to my hubby who drinks root beer (aka liquid candy) and snacks every night on Whoopers (the candy, not the BK food), ice cream and other sweets…
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Lisa, it sounds like you started Keto at the same time as your bloodwork, right? So I am guessing whatever the blood work showed, was not a result of the diet. I have no experience with the blood profiles, but know that a lot of the folks who have commented here do and would trust their advice in these matters. Best of…
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So interesting. I've had a slightly different experience. I too started in September and at that time my calories were 1200 with 5% carb/70% fat/ 25% protein. I lost weight and felt good, but had a hard time hitting my fat goals at that calorie level. So last month, I upped my calories to about 1500, keeping the same macro…
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Hello peabean26, I know how you feel wanting that color shift on the stix. I think, especially for those of us who are fairly new to the keto lifestyle, we like the "affirmation" that our efforts are paying off. When we were all brand new, one of the first things we heard about were the stix so it's kind of hard to stop…
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Thanks Kdali07! I actually just bought both of these books last week, but haven't gotten two far in my reading. I have little ones, so it's hard to sit with a book, which is why I love finding things online (to read during work!). I think it was BPC which put me on the LCHF track. I was always one of those folks who…
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Congratulations, you look great--- very happy!!
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Great suggestion, I don't know if I could carry around a 40 lb, let alone 70 lb weight... Congratulations on your weight loss!!
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Great outlook and perspective. We are all chasing numbers, but how empowering is it when you realize the number doesn't define you! Great work, great results, enjoy it!
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Welcome Fludderbye! I have to reiterate what the others have said in that there is no 'bad' time to start but kudos for you for looking ahead and seeing where there may be pitfalls! I am a bit worried about Thanksgiving myself, and as I am going to my sister-in-law's, know that I can't control the menu. I am okay with…
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Welcome to the keto life and group, Soechsner09 and Kdali07. I started trying low carb in September and have found the Keto and Low Carber Daily Forum invaluable in learning about the lifestyle. I think there is a lot of information sharing in these groups, as opposed to the main forums where people are actually really…
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I could spend all day here, calling out the half-truths and opinions stated as facts, but unfortunately that's not productive for anyone. Low carb is a sustainable long-term lifestyle for millions of people. Calorie restriction is not. Carbs are not NECESSARY for any body function. Energy comes from calories, calories come…
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Again, false. Low carb and low fat causes problems with low energy, headaches, fatigue, etc...because the only thing left to be high is protein and high protein with low carbs and fat is hard for your body to digest.
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This is false. Carbs only give quick energy, not strength.
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Angelic843, great story and congratulations on your improved healthy! I think so many of us said the same "I could never cut carbs!" and here we are, finding out we were wrong and that we can do it!! Of course, some of us are newer at it than others, very impressive randomworldgirl!! I hope some day to say that I've…
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Awesome NSV! My current NSV is that I pretty much own NO clothes that fit, because everything is now too big!! Six months ago I was in a similar situation, nothing fit because everything was tight...so I am pretty happy with this NSV!
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Welcome back Tanigrrr!! This is a journey, and some journeys have detours. We live and we learn, and that is what you are doing. You've done it before, you know the consequences of falling off the wagon and you are ready to be focused and rededicated to a healthier lifestyle!
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I started out a few months ago with calorie restrictions and eating more veggies and fruits. That worked for a while, then stalled. I added in exercise, but found while I was getting stronger, I also stalled again due to increased calories needed to continue exercise. First I want to lose weight, then I want to get fit. So…
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Tia, I have been following keto for almost 2 months and was doing the same thing...great low carbs during the week, but on the weekends I was kicking myself out...until last weekend!! During this time, I had to cut back on all exercise, so while I do not have any advice I want to congratulate you on your running and wish…
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I'm aiming to stay on plan, but sometimes...so going to keep to the meat and cheese with veggies for the snacks and main dishes. For dessert, I am thinking to make both some 'regular' desserts and then some LCHF friendly ones...any recommendations on what to try for the LCHF treats?
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There is a plug in, so please search net carb and plug in. It hasn't worked for me...so I just keep my carbs and fiber counts in my settings and manually calculate. Welcome to the group!
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Every 'body' is unique and while some people only need to focus on a calorie deficit for consistent weight loss, some folks actually need to look at other things, like carb intake, as well. For me, personally, I feel better and lose more consistently eating low carb. My calorie intake has actually increased, but my weight…
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Well I figured out late yesterday why I had a craving...shark week!! But honestly, I shouldn't even call it a 'craving' as it's not that bad...it's almost like I have a thought "Oh, let's get something sweet" and I either act on it or it passes...definitely way more manageable then before. I did make some pb fat bombs, but…
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Alcohol, in moderation (being 2-3 only) has not thrown me out of ketosis, even when I've gone over my calories for the day. However, if I go above that 3 drink point, I struggle with not eating carbs either during the drinking or the next day. So I try not to drink at all while aiming for ketosis and saving those…
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I don't come to MFP, especially not the community threads for science. I come here to read about other real people's experiences and learn from that. There is NOTHING on any of these boards which I would take as a hard and fast rule for me, because I know that I am unique from every other person on these threads. So I get…
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I have proof, every day as I walk out my pants and see my scale creeping down. I have my proof every day when I by-pass the snacks and carb treats in my office, yet still power through the day. But I get that people who do not have the experience yet, will need more then someone else's testimonial. Thanks for posting!!
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Good job ladies.. .we just have to now get through Thanksgiving, holiday parties, Christmas and New Years!! Lulalacroix, what is this low carb candy bar you speak of? I have to say yesterday, I wanted something sweet. So I made a 'hot cocoa-mocha coffee, by adding cocoa powder (Not sweet), heavy cream and a little extra…
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Still a newbie, but happy to support anyone whose journey is for better health! KCKO
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Janhiness, how did you do? I was pleasantly surprised that I got through the night yesterday and today as well, without one little slip, not even a slight interest in it! That's the beauty of Keto, right? Curbed cravings and our ability to actually control our choices.
