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Congratulations!! Good job...so many of us struggle to find what works for each of us...chasing down what others tell us will work, as it did for them. You've found yours and deserve to celebrate it!!

Hi Eddie, I wish I had a magic bullet for you, as it looks like you are doing so much right, but I couldn't find anything in your diary or story which was an eye opener. I think you are a doing a lot of things right, and your journey is just going to be different from those folks posting about quick drops. Don't get…

Consistency is key, and so inspiring!! Great work!

I am thinking of giving this a go as well, thanks for the link!

I think the standard recommendation on protein is .6 to 1 gram for each lb of Lean Body Mass. So if you are 200lbs, but believe (or know) that your ideal weight is 140 and your body fat should be 25%, then you would want to believe that your LBM is 105 lbs and aim for somewhere between 63 and 105 grams of protein per…

I don't know Atkins very well, but my understanding is that it works in phases and that 20g carb limit is part of only the first phase. I agree with Crownjewel82, get the book or look into an official Atkins website. It's worked for a lot of people, so why not you, right? Good luck!!

I think what you are referring to is that in about 4 weeks you become keto-adapted. Which is different from being in ketosis. It sounds like yes, you were in ketosis and your cheat kicked you out of it. Unfortunately with this woe, cheats do set you back to the beginning. So you're back in ketosis, but not yet…

I think a lot of people who try and have success with LC are those folks with some form of insulin resistance. So yes, when they go back to the SAD, inclusive of very high levels of carb intake, they probably will gain back a lot of weight back. I think your assumption is valid, maintenance is eating a certain amount of…

I try to eat before going, making sure it's high fat and very satisfying. Then I would take a small piece of lasagna, with a side of salad. Eat the cheese and any meat in the lasagna, and the salad. If you feel like this group won't be supportive or will pick you apart, just don't go there with them. You stay focused on…

Hi, I'm fairly new having started in Sep. 14, took a break over the holidays, and back at it the past few weeks. You have come to the right place, especially if you've spent ANY time in the main forums. There are a lot of calorie in/calorie out proponents who can't wait to tear into anyone who has a differing opinion. Very…

ME three! It was the thing which got me on the LCHF woe.

Good for you!! I think it has a lot to do with the "water loss" that everyone likes to through at us LCHF/Ketoers. There is some validity to it to it for us. When we force our body to stop using glycogen to start using ketones for fuel, our body first uses up the stored glycogen, which each gram of is stored in something…

I try to do the same as MelRC117, but it there are definitely times when I eat something completely different. Mom to a 14 yo and 5 yo, and they, as well as hubby, love their carbs. So I try to cook something we all can eat at least part of, but it's a challenge at times. Last night was tacos, I made a taco salad; few…

Wow, great work!! Congratulations on your achievement and I am sure with your great attitude and dedication you will be sharing your next success with us soon!!

I don't think so. If your macros are already set to provide .6 to 1 gram of protein per pound of lean body mass, then you are already supplying your body with the right ratio. I have been reading "the art and science of low carbohydrate performance" which talks about the science of keto and working out. It's really…

This is the blessing within my coffee habit, I am rarely constipated!! But I have at times worried about my rather low fiber intake, less for satiety and digestion, but for it's colon health benefits. I purchased some ground psyllium husks, thinking I would use them in food, but have only done so a few (like 2 times) as I…

Pretty naïve to tell someone else (who may or may not have a metabolic issue) that what you "personally" do is just fine for them. Every body is different and there is growing scientific evidence for many thousands of people limited carbs is in fact the key to consistent weight loss. Even for people who lift.

I love Jillian Michaels and am just thinking of starting another round of ripped in 30. Seriously, any of her videos are tough, but effective.

I don't think intentional cheats are worth it if your goal is weight loss. By eating carbs, even right before an intense workout, your body almost immediately stores some as glycogen in your muscles. Then you have to go through the elimination process again and possible keto flu and stalled weight loss. It makes everything…

The OP has deactivated their account. Unless the come back under another account, I think we can just close this book on this particular sales pitch, I mean discussion.

You should read Volek and Phinney's "The art and science of low carbohydrate living" and " the art and science of low carbohydrate performance". Both fairly technical, but they explain metabolism really well. Both books speak to the science behind ketosis. From what I've read so far (mid way through the performance book,…

I am in the same boat, as my family loves their carbs and since I prepare meals, I'm making pasta, potatoes, breads, etc. Just last night they had baked ziti and meatballs with fresh Italian bread. I had a few meatballs, some ricotta and was good. The trick for me is to eat first (whenever possible) before their carb heavy…

Do you blend it?

I'm interested to see where this discussion goes, from people with experience. I use the stix, but only because I am still bopping in and out of ketosis, so using the stix after a binge I can see when I've gotten myself back on track. However, I am looking to make Keto my longterm WOE and have read that the stix lose…

I am for ketosis, so try to stay around 20g net per day. I eat, like most ketoers, a lot of meat, cheese and eggs and that suits my palate perfectly! I will have some greens/veggies, but not every day. I started eating this way, for weight loss, so ketosis makes the most sense to me. It is difficult at times, but I like…

Great work!!

Don't beat yourself up over it. It happens. You will lose that 5lbs, but not as quickly as the very first 5lbs. This WOE takes a while to become habit, just like any other habit. You'll remember how bad you feel this week and it may keep you on track next time. Or it may not. It's a long journey, don't get caught up in the…

WOW...great work! You look and I bet you feel, like a new person. Congratulations!