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Being Italian, pasta and pizza were probably my first solid foods after being weaned. After 6 months of eating low carb, and avoiding pasta and bread of any kind, two days ago I started having cravings for pizza (even dreaming about it). I gave in today and made a personal pan pizza, eating half and going waaay over my…

(sigh) I know about cheat days. After 6 months of eating low carb, and avoiding breads of all kinds, I woke with the need for pizza. Being Italian, pasta and pizza were probably my first solid foods after being weaned. Needless to say, I made a personal pan pizza this morning and ate half of it, going waaaay over my carbs.…

You go girl! You're awesome!

Fantastic pic, Megamom. I'm sure you don't have any idea how much you've inspired many of us.

Y'all haven't lived until you've tasted Belgium and/or French coffee. I used to be able to have it shipped but the company went out of business a few years ago. We Americans are resilient though and can overcome anything - including American coffee.

I have had animals in my life since I was four. Last December, the last of my pets (an 18 yr. old cat) died and I've decided not to have any more pets, as it wouldn't be fair to them, since I'm in hospital so much. My home feels incredibly empty now. I've had to make do with feeding stray cats, birds, squirrels, raccoons,…

Thanks for the suggestion, Fitlulu415. I've ordered some "bands" in order to start toning up my arms again, as that's what I rely on in order to transfer.

Was just released yesterday after being in hospital for over a month (most of the time in a drug induced coma). Since I was unable to eat, I figured I must have lost a ton of weight. WRONG! I actually gained 7 pounds. I'm hoping it's because of the steroids I was being injected with and am still on. My problem now is being…

I know exactly what you're going through, snha. I find I can't even finish the meals I do eat and, even I know, I'm eating way too little. There are some days I don't feel like eating at all. However, I'm not feeling weak, light-headed, or hungry.

Talk about fluctuations. Got on the scale and found I've gained 5 pounds since the 5th. Really can't understand it.

I used to make zucchini noodles when I first started eating high protein, low carb, however, one cup contains 22 carbs, and my daily intake is less than 15, so I switched to Pasta Zero.

Being Italian, giving up pasta was what I missed most about eating low carb. Then, through members here, I learned about Nasoya Pasta Zero. I think it's absolutely fabulous. I didn't notice any funny "smell" upon opening, but I rinsed and tried them before using anyway. The taste is great when used in recipes, such as…

I never liked milk, even as a kid, and wouldn't eat cereal with it unless I could have chocolate milk.

dlwin793, before you decide on having invasive surgery to lose weight, please give Keto, low carb, or Carnivore a try. I have been confined to bed and wheelchair since 1990 and I finally became disgusted with how much weight I had gained. Even doctors were recommending I consider weight loss surgery. When I came back here…

You may still be in Ketosis even though the tests don't say so. It could mean your body has actually starting burning the fat and not "passing" it. I've lost 44 pounds, even though I haven't been in Ketosis since week three.

I drink 16 ounces of lemon water a day, does that count? Otherwise, I don't ingest any fruits, except for the occasional strawberry from my garden.

I don't eat any vegetables. I was told I could get all the vitamins I need from meat and fish. I do take supplements though, just to make sure.

You went right back to following your diet the next day though and that's what counts, so good for you!

I too don't have a gall bladder, and I had the same issue regarding fat while on Keto. Poultry, seafood and beef contain lots of protein, but are low in fat, so they'll fill you up.

I still have over 100 pounds to lose. :(

Glad to announce the I have undone the 4 pound damage I did with my late night PB splurge. Think raccoons can be trained to make their own sandwiches if I just put the bread and PB outside?

I count carbs and calories, otherwise I end up eating more than I think I am.

I'm almost ashamed to post. I have a family of raccoons I feed every night around 11:00. Last night I was making them PB sandwiches, and the smell was driving me crazy, as I LOVE peanut butter. Just gave the knife a lick, after I finished spreading it on the bread. Then it was,: "Well, 1 tbs. won't hurt.". Next thing you…

I think I'm going to follow your lead, Evamutt, and have my big meal (and calories) at night. Maybe that will help me control my snacking.

I do a great job of keeping track of my calories and carbs all day, but then I have a late night snack and can't stop. I totally blow all my day's efforts. Any tips for keeping my late night cravings at bay?

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If I snack after dinner, I always end up going overboard. Sigh, no willpower what so ever. :'(

I eat 15 or less. This week I'll be doing carnivore, just water and meat, so I won't be consuming any carbs.

Congratulations on getting a handle on giving up the cigarettes, Manderson27. I know it's not easy, especially when you're going to be around a friend who is a smoker. Stay strong and try to find a substitute. Maybe a glass of water whenever she lights up? Think positively about all the great effects not smoking is doing…

How did you deal with sagging skin, AnnPT77 since, at our age, skin doesn't have the elasticity we had as Spring Chickens?