melodymedlin Member

Keep going strong! It's a journey that is worth the work, I am starting back over from some health issues and facing surgery in May so i'm along for the journey again too. Blessings~ <3

Oh no, I hate having cracked heels. I suffered for so long but found that after I finished my nail tech. classes that having regular pedicures helped keep my feet softer and healthier. I use o'keeffes foot balm everyday and haven't had issues. another one is depending on how deep the cracks are make sure the cracks stay…

ME!!! I restarted last week 5'3" 266lbs :( GW 230lbs (then i'll move on down) feel free to add me as a friend we can keep each other on track

I've been fighting this battle as well. I did so well and last year stress got the best of me and my mind change caused me to regain 30lbs. Slowly I'm getting back!

Hi I'm a diabetic that was on insulin but doing keto helped me get off of most meds. I love it although progress for me is slow. I highly recommend talking with your doctor about what your needs are. (example due to my meds I tend to need around 30-40g of carbs a day to stay steady)

CHEEZY WHITE BEAN CHILI : 3C cooked chicken (reserve broth from boiling to use 1c in cooker) *never buy broth unless its organic or does not have added sodium its a killer! 1can Great northern beans, Drained and rinsed 1 jar Medium chunky salsa ( I use organic or homemade but whatever you prefer) 1-2c of pepperjack cheese…

I'm not really sure for breakfast we will have a low carb muffin quince (sausage, eggs, cheese etc), lunch maybe a simple stirfry as I'm not sure about evening plans we may have homemade deer hash :)

My fav's are Wendy's chili no crackers(sometimes with cheese) getting a small is filling enough. Sometimes I opt for the spicy caeser salad but with the dressing on the side and no croutons. I think fast food is a given in our society today. Especially considering how many people travel and commute everywhere. Not to…

Both. :smiley: I ride pretty much daily my doctor and advisor has found no more fat/flab on my legs although a little larger than I started out with its all muscle. It makes me feel proud as I just used a paddle boat yesterday around a lake and didn't get off with achy legs. You've got this! Enjoy the ride and the calorie…

Awesome job!!!! :)

Welcome :smiley: Feel free to add me I still have another 50lbs to go. I too started taking plexus this week. Good luck~

I started in March and I've lost 25lbs. I love it! I did take August off due to family issues that I had to take care of so I did end up gaining 9lbs back but thank goodness started back on track last weekend and I'm already down 3lbs! :)

Feel free to add me. :) I've just started back after some issues last month. Diary is open to friends. Good luck on your journey!

:smile: Welcome! I too have PCOS I've been where you are. It seems like a thousand steps to get to where you need to be. Stay strong and you will get there. I still have a long way to go although some of my issues are settled due to a hysterectomy last year. You can add me a as a friend if you'd like. The last month of my…

Thanks ladies. :) I'll look into both of those items.

:happy: you sound like me. Anyways found upping fat helps some but I'm leaning towards a fiber pill. Feel free to friend me as were not too far from our weights. 28, 249lbs. Good luck

It could simply be water weight. Also I'm learning that not all protein options are perfect. In induction your only suppose to weigh at end of two weeks. Give your body time to adjust. Your doing great.

Hi first off congrats on the loss and since you know you can do it keep at it!!! I will say this..... hormones play a huge part in not only how we feel but also what we weigh. Last year after 2 1/2yrs of struggling with cyst, tumors, and anemia, my doctor finally told me we had no other option but Hysterectomy and you know…

thanks ya'll Day 3 and starting to get the keto headache but all is all cravings are much better. :) Love my low carb!!!

wonder if I could do chicken that way? I'm allergic to fish??? Anyways sounds great; since I love pork rinds!!!!

I did Atkin's induction for 2wks and the first few days were hard. I don't drink sodas (maybe once in a blue moon), but I love chocolate and other sweets. Pasta is also a fav. The induction showed me exactly how many extra carbs I could cut while still staying in a healthy level. After the two weeks I tweeked it to fit my…

If I don't say it enough I'm proud of you. You've come a long way and are doing awesome!!!! :drinker:

It was really hard the first week and a half and now its tons easier. The sweets that I found I ate a lot of are too sweet. I don't crave pasta or bread like I did. I still indulge in these things once a week and I love it! :) Also still getting around 1,500-1,600calories a day.

I personally love the bars. I haven't found one I don't like. LOL. I think in moderation they are ok (like one a day). When I did induction I was eating like 2 a day and I still lost 3lbs that first week. I think it just depends on your body. Also if you find that you do like them Aldi's grocery store has their brand of…

Personally I stick with low carb cycling. Its worked wonders on my blood sugar. My A1c went down to 5.6. I eat less than 30g on most days and then two days a week eat up to 60g-70g of carbs. I've steadly continued to loose weight and inches. :) My day breakfast 10 snack 0 lunch 5 snack 3 dinner 7 snack 0 *unless I need it…

:wink: just checking in. I've lost 3 of the 5 I wanted to loose before vacation. I'm hoping next week its another 2lb loss to put me that much closer to a happy healthier me. Although I've struggled I've managed to push through. I have a long way to go and some days its all I can do to put one foot in front of the other.…

I always count net carbs. I love most veggies that have a higher carb rate and this helps tons. I feel that after phase 1 I felt tons better by adapting Atkin's to fit my lifestyle. :) As for beers etc... you will have to find what works for you; not everyone reacts the same with certain foods. I noticed that a couple of…

I usually just cook what I'd normally cook and then low carb from there. Like another poster said I will take out meat before taco seasoning or i'll bake 2 chicken thighs with no bbq sauce and then add cheese or whatever to mine. I usually have a quick salad available at all times!!! It definantly helps when I have a hubby…

HI, I started Atkin's last month this is my 2nd month and I ended up having to modify Atkin's to fit my style and needs! Its really hard for me to burn 300+ calories doing cardio and then turning around and lifting weights/ or ab strength. I usually eat around 28g on down days and around 60g on heavy workout days. It…

Cheese totally, and bacon and cheese.... YES I love cheese!!!!! :) :tongue: