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I went to nutritionist yesterday. I lost a bit of weight and measurements went down in waist and hips. Others stayed same but she said that's muscle as I'm working out alot. I am really liking this carb cycling! I sometimes have a hard time eating all my RDI calories but on my carb cycling days I eat more than on my regular days! The weight is slowly coming off but the benefits go beyond weight loss. I have been eating a much cleaner diet and the effects are definitely there! My autoimmune issues have been so much better! ( I have Hashimotos disease and CPPD, which is a build up of calcium in my joints, causing alot of swelling and pain) My skin is brighter, my hair is growing in like crazy, and I definitely have more energy! The pain from my autoimmune issues is definitely diminished!
I can't say if this is having an effect either way on my heart issues but I can only surmise that clean food will have positive effects on that as well. I feel good! 💪👍💜💜
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131.4 lb
Lost so far: 23.6 lb.
Still to go: 0 lb.
Diet followed reasonably well.
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Diet Calendar Entry for 23 March 2022:
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954 kcal
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Fat: 23.21g | Prot: 80.95g | Carb: 84.60g.
Breakfast: Grits, Sports Research Collagen Peptides, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze Unsweetened Vanilla Milk, Coffee. Lunch: HEB Green Leaf Lettuce Leaves, Baked or Broiled Salmon, Ole Extreme Wellness Spinach & Herbs Tortilla Wraps. Dinner: Premier Nutrition High Protein Shake - Vanilla, Brio Tuscan Grille Margherita Flatbread. Snacks/Other: Strawberries, Sutter Home Pinot Grigio, Almonds , Dcm choc chip bars, Oranges . more...
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losing 0.5 lb a week
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It all sounds so wonderful. Glad you found something that works so well for you. Carb cycling is something I have pondered. I think I will look into it some more
23 Mar 22 by member: liv001
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Such good things happening, you're doing great!
23 Mar 22 by member: shirfleur 1
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Liv, While this plan may not be for everyone I find it super helpful. I do not find it any harder than when I with held calorie intake. Check it out for sure!💜
23 Mar 22 by member: Diana 1234
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Shirl, thank you! It's definitely working for me! Petra, I agree, CICO is a good guide to losing weight but I think I needed a jump start on my stall of losing weight. The added benefits of clean eating and low carbs added to positive results for me and my health issues!
Liv, I forgot to mention that the 1st week I did the carb cycling I was concerned because I did experience a bit of " brain fog" My nutritionist said that is normal but it went away after 2 ND week and now I feel much sharper.
23 Mar 22 by member: Diana 1234
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I’m so happy for you- so many benefits and nonscale wins! I used carb cycling before with success your post inspires me to consider it again, especially with the autoimmune improvements! Keep up the awesome job!
23 Mar 22 by member: REMCarter
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23 Mar 22 by member: PinayRN
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It takes a month to build one pound of muscle
23 Mar 22 by member: gage4ever
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Rem, Thanks for support! I am having success with it, even more than I thought.
Pinay, thanks!💜💜
23 Mar 22 by member: Diana 1234
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Gage, not saying carb cycling is building my muscles, ( not exactly sure what your point is in relation to what I'm doing💜) I have been weightlifting for quite some time. I work out 6 days a week, heavy weightlifting is done 5 days a week and cardio (Tabatha/ Hiit workout) included 2 days a week. I do see a clearer definition in my muscle tone. I'm just saying I have noticed other benefits from what I originally thought would happen from this journey I'm on. 💜
23 Mar 22 by member: Diana 1234
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Can you please share more? Your height? Your cal deficit and intake? Carbs...Anything that you think helps...Thank you!
23 Mar 22 by member: EggBeater42
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that's all great news, Diana. glad it's working out for you. pun intended.
23 Mar 22 by member: Katsolo
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Eggbeaters, I am 5'6"", I weigh 131.4, my RDI is 1200. My measurements are: biceps 12", waist 29.5, hips 36", thighs 21.8". I can't measure my BMI since magnets are involved I cannot use equipment.( I have a pacemaker) I know 1200 calories may seem low compared to my work out schedule of 6xs week but I am 64 and retired. . I do have a few auto immune issues and a pacemaker as well as an ejector fraction issue with heart. I have made sure to contact doctors regarding this new journey I'm on as well as using a nutritionist. All are on board.
Carb cycling is done 2xs weekly. (Tues & Sat) On those days I eat under 40 grams carbs a day, I increase protein to 125+ gs and fat is 40+ gs. Other days I eat normal, but no processed if possible Fri is a treat meal day if I wish to take it.
23 Mar 22 by member: Diana 1234
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23 Mar 22 by member: EggBeater42
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Sounds like you're doing great Diana
23 Mar 22 by member: buenitabishop
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Katsolo, 🤣🤣🤣💜💜💜💪💪 Buenita, thank you! 💜💜👍
23 Mar 22 by member: Diana 1234
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23 Mar 22 by member: davidsprincess
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Thats awesome! It sounds like you are on a great path.
23 Mar 22 by member: pterem
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I just wanted to know if you're having any acupuncture for your swelling? Also, have you tried drinking 1 Tbls of Apple Cider Vinegar in a cup of hot h2o like tea? YOu can add honey & lemon to it too. Just wondering. Keep up the awesome work! I gained 5 lbs due to the accident we were in on 02/13/22. I am lucky I can still walk bc after about 5 minutes, or less, of walking, I begin getting pain after pain in various places, but I keep trying and maybe pushing myself too much to do what I used to be able to do before accident. :...(
23 Mar 22 by member: Slow Meta
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So happy to hear this Diana. 💕 You are doing such a good job taking care of yourself. You are such an encouraging example of doing it right.
23 Mar 22 by member: _bec_ca
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23 Mar 22 by member: Bittersweet Lia
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