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  • Blueberries and strawberries(almost everyday), and an apple (most days). Chia seed on nearly every breakfast too.
    in Must haves! Comment by flailx February 2015
  • It's odd, as I've lost weight and changed my diet I've been surprised how malleable taste is. I used to dislike carrots and now I kind of like them, even raw. I never thought coffee without sugar was possible but that's how I love it now. And while I've always liked almonds, I too have become an almond nut. I eat them…
    in Almond cravings? Comment by flailx February 2015
  • Good question, I've wondered the same thing myself. I find it interesting that after a good workout I crave healthy things. It's certainly possible to crave things for multiple days. I also think it's possible to condition yourself to crave something. I've gotten in the habit of grabbing a few almonds just before I head…
    in Are cravings nutritional deficiencies? Comment by flailx February 2015
  • This is the vegan black bean soup is simply the best! Almonds are an awesome snack - high in protein and fiber. My wife and I usually end our day with a delicious parfait - strawberries, blueberries, banana and almonds with frozen Cool Whip and whip cream (you can use non-dairy if necessary).
    in I am a vegetarian and can't eat fish, does anyone have some good snacks and dinner recipes I am desp Comment by flailx February 2015
  • My journey started pretty much the moment I left my Dr.'s office after receiving my type 2 diabetes diagnosis. I weighed 222ish at the time. I immediately stopped soda, drastically reduced my carb intake, greatly reduced my processed food intake and ate a LOT more fresh fruit. About 2 months in, I started using…
    in What was the last straw? Comment by flailx February 2015
  • Yes, it was frightening. My lifestyle change actually began when I left the Doctor's office. I started with cutting soda (totally), most sugar and very low carbs. I lost my weight fairly quickly and I was off the diabetes meds after about 4-5 months. My blood sugar is now in the normal range. Cooking at home is definitely…
    in If You Ate Whatever you wanted, no excersize, what do you think would be your stable bmi/ weight? Comment by flailx February 2015
  • Me from Dec 2013 vs. today, Feb 2015. I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in Apr. 2014 and weighed about 222 lbs. I am currently 167 lbs. and off the diabetes meds. My eyes are much bigger looking today and I have visible cheekbones now.
    in Is your Facial bone structure more visible now ? before and after pics please Comment by flailx February 2015
  • I topped out at 225. I think I was about 222 when I got my diabetes (t2) diagnosis last year. I'm sure if I ate and did no exercise (as I used to) I would climb back up to 220ish. Fortunately, I have learned how to eat better and enjoy it so (knock on wood) I think I'm gonna stay around my current 167ish. I've pretty much…
    in If You Ate Whatever you wanted, no excersize, what do you think would be your stable bmi/ weight? Comment by flailx February 2015
  • Look for foods high in protein and fiber. Almonds are an awesome snack food - high in both. I would also recommend oatmeal (plain, not the mixes) very filling. Beans are also very filling. Good luck!
    in Cutting calories but starving... Comment by flailx February 2015
  • After my Type 2 Diabetes diagnosis I had to make a lifestyle change and I did. I lost 60 lbs, got off the diabetes meds and felt wonderful in many ways - except I developed constipation. I had been extremely regular - 2-3 times a day, no prob but now I found it often difficult to go. I began to pay very close attention to…
    in Fiber! Show me your food diaries! Comment by flailx February 2015
  • I tried to switch to brown rice but I couldn't do it. I just can't get past the mealy texture and taste. I was able to ditch sugar in my coffee and ditch soda all together but I just can't do brown rice. To answer your question check out this.
    in white rice vs. brown? Comment by flailx February 2015
  • I started at a size 42(+) pant - hard to say what size for sure, at some point I couldn't button the 42's. After I lost about 25-30 lbs. I got a pair of new jeans (size 36) as well as a few new shirts (mostly larges down from XXL). I have since passed the 36's on to my son and I now wear a 32 and medium shirts. I have been…
    in Reward yourself with clothes Comment by flailx February 2015
  • 60 lbs since last April. I have finally reached my pre-marriage weight of 165 and I can finally wear my wedding ring, something I couldn't say for about 18 of our 20 years of marriage. Type two diabetes scared me straight.
    in How much weight have you lost? Comment by flailx February 2015
  • My wife and I usually have a parfait after dinner: a scoop of frozen(trust me, it's almost like ice cream) lite Cool Whip, 1/2 cup strawberries, 1/2 cup blueberries - topped with a little whipped cream. About 150 cal by my reckoning an SOOOOOO good!
    in Need Healthy Dessert Options Comment by flailx July 2014
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