I successfully lost 19 pounds. My starting weight was 199 which scared me. My company offers a program called Real Appeal to anyone who desires to lose weight. The program is healthy and promotes good diet and exercise without any gimmicks. I'm so happy with the results so far because I lost 20 pounds in a month in half. The frustrating part is that I hit a plateau for the past two weeks. I can't get past 180 for the life of me. I try hard to celebrate the victories but I'm itching to lose more.
The program offers a diet plan that is 1,250 per day. When I was eating only healthy foods, I actually found it hard to eat that many calories in a day. Now, I'm a little hungrier because I've adjusted to this diet. I still don't eat above 1,300 or so but I think my body hates me for not eating more in the beginning. I've made it my goal this month to track my calories and make sure I eat enough each day. Any advice?
FYI: I think I'm good on the exercise portion of my weight loss. I go for three 30-min walks a day and do two 15 min work outs.
I just wanted to say - and i learned it here first! - that taking little "rests" (meaning, eating at maintenance for your weight as it is TODAY) can be a powerful thing.
Every 5 pounds or so, I take a week or so and just eat a bit more (healthy food at maintenance calories), feeling myself eaaaaaasing into my new weight.
I think of it as letting myself "get used to" my new weight, which, when you think about it, might be a bit traumatic for your body (& mind?). I see the same number on the scale everyday and it's all good, as long as it doesn't go up.
Then, renewed, fortified and feeling strong, I can dive back into deficit with energy and vigor! (instead of feeling worn down and sapped)
Hey all! I’m 25F and 5’3”, SW: 153 lbs, CW: 144, GW: 130. Still got a long remainder of my weight loss journey. This is the lowest I’ve been since any weight loss undertaking of mine! I’ve given up so many times looking at the scale not budging, losing my resolve and going back to old comfortable habits. Don’t give up!!
One thing I’ve realized is, it takes time to build up that momentum to lose weight. It took me a solid month before the pounds started just shedding off. But once you reach that sweet spot, the feeling is like no other! I’m still a little bit overweight BMI wise but I’m feeling so happy, with much more energy the best part is, I just eat in moderation so it’s not like I need to starve myself (which is awesome because I love food haha).
For those who are interested to know, I started in December, this is my 3 month mark! I used to just run but I injured my knee so taking it a little easier by doing strength training with 3.5 lbs dumbbells. In addition to that, I just reduced the amount of junk food I ate, started eating a little more fish than chicken, and using a lot less oil / butter while cooking.
As I was approaching the one year anniversary of my weight loss journey, I had a realization. For years I’ve been yo-yoing with my weight and every now and then, whenever I would get just a hint of motivation, the first thought that would always come to my mind would be “I’ll start on Monday”. The fact that it was Wednesday when I would said that obviously led me to other five days of eating crap. I mean I was totally justified, I said that I would start on Monday and it wasn’t Monday yet. And I wondered how I couldn’t lose weight, ha.
Now, I can say that I successfully shred 30lbs off my body, despite having a few binging episode and weeks (*coff* months *coff*, hello summer yes I’m referring to you) where I just didn’t feel like counting calories. So of course I slipped and had to get back on track several times. Which for the record I did, sometimes sooner, other later. But guess what?
I didn’t start once on Monday.
Don’t wait for a new week, new month or even a new year. I know that it sounds easier, hell I dare to say tempting. To get a clean cut, starting from scratch, like it would erase all those failed attempts. It might even feel like you’re getting a boost of serotonin from the mere thought of starting on a blank page. At least that’s how I felt. But deep down you know that it’s actually harder. Because you feel a lot worst if you screw up on that specific date.
What I learned during this last year, is that you have the power to trick your brain and decide where that blank page opens. You don't have to wait for life or time to start writing your own story, you can pick up the pen and just doodle something. I'd recommend starting with: “Fuck Mondays, we don’t know ‘em”. It's worth it, I promise.
I have lost 38lbs since last year (F25, 5’4, SW 206 CW 168) and lately I’ve been feeling really happy and strong. I’m naturally a very confident person, pre-weight loss included.
My friend sent me a picture from a trip in 2016 the other day (I wasn’t weighing myself but was probably around 215-220 then), and I have been so uncomfortable and embarrassed of my past self ever since. I didn’t take many pictures ever so I really have no reference of how I looked, and knowing I was walking around thinking I was so hot and fit when I actually looked like that has me wanting to crawl under a rock.
Has this happened to anyone else? Any advice on getting over it?
Are you already on board with the cauliflower rice trend? If you haven’t tried it, grated cauliflower is an excellent low-carb rice replacement thanks to the similar texture of the two. And because it soaks up the flavor of any sauces or marinades you use with it, you’ll hardly notice a difference in taste.
Of course, you will notice the difference from a nutritional standpoint. Instead of feeling weighted down and heavy from a carb-laden meal, you’ll be packing your recipes with this cruciferous powerhouse, naturally high in fiber and vitamins! Cauliflower is considered an unlimited non-starchy vegetable on the Nutrisystem weight loss plan, so you can enjoy as much as you’d like to fight hunger and stay satisfied.
Whether you make it yourself or buy it premade, this is a healthy trend you have got to try. If you’re a cauliflower rice newbie or a seasoned pro, here are 12 of our favorite easy and delicious cauliflower rice recipes to try!
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Think of this recipe as deconstructed sushi! It takes all of the things that you love about a sushi dish but gives it a fresh, healthier spin—including the use of cauliflower rice instead of carb-laden white rice. Packed with additional fresh veggies like cucumbers, avocado and carrots, this is a bowl that you’ll feel good about eating.
Fried rice is an Asian cuisine favorite but it’s also a high-carb dish that’s typically overloaded with salt. Our healthier version uses cauliflower rice and a whole range of other fresh, healthy veggies. All cooked with some scrambled eggs and green onions, you’ll get the flavor and even the texture of your favorite fried rice but in a dish that’s actually good for your waistline and your health.
In this recipe, we swap out starchy potatoes with cauliflower for a low-carb version of your favorite morning hash! It’s got plenty of flavorful ingredients like turkey bacon, eggs, onions and pepper, but it’s a much lighter way to start your day.
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Looking to spice up your rice? This Spanish cauliflower rice recipe is full of flavor with a variety of spices as well as some fire-roasted diced tomatoes, diced onions and fresh cilantro! After all, there’s absolutely no reason your rice has to be plain or boring. This recipe gives you plenty of bold flavor while really packing in the veggies so that you can feel good about your food from all angles.
This is another great “bowl” recipe with the delicious flavors of Asian takeout in a healthier at-home meal. With cauliflower rice at the heart of this dish, you’re already starting off with veggies over carbs which is a win for your waistline. But it also brings the heart-healthy goodness of salmon and a variety of other fresh veggies into the mix, making it a real winner all around. It’s satisfying from both a flavor and a nutritional standpoint.
This is a simple-but-delicious rice recipe that will liven up your cauliflower rice and leave it bursting with fresh flavor. It makes a great side for a Mexican meal—or any other dish that you’d like to make more complete with a serving of vegetables. It’s so easy to whip up that it’s sure to become a regular staple in your weekly meal plan.
If it’s fried rice with shrimp that you love, then we’ve got a healthier version of that classic dish, too. Shrimp is a great lean protein that’s delicious and weight loss friendly. With all of the protein from the shrimp as well as the scrambled eggs, this dish is a complete and filling meal that is sure to become a lunch or dinner favorite.
Tabbouleh—a Lebanese dish—is typically an herb and bulgur salad featuring parsley. Our version swaps out the grains for lighter cauliflower rice to reduce carbs and calories per serving. It also features chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, onions and herbs like including parsley. It’s dressed with a simple-but-yummy red wine vinegar and olive oil vinaigrette. It’s garden-fresh and filling!
Tater tots on a healthy eating plan sounds almost too good to be true. But our healthy version includes riced cauliflower instead of potatoes as its base and is crisped in the air fryer! As a result, it’s packed with veggie deliciousness and can be served as an appetizer or even a yummy side.
Cauliflower rice can be an excellent substitute for white rice in stuffed tomato or pepper recipes. In this version, ground turkey is blended with some cauliflower rice, spinach, onion and parmesan cheese for a hearty-but-healthy filling that tastes amazing, too. After baking these stuffed tomatoes in the oven, they’ll have just the right amount of crisp and will be oozing with flavor.
Some of your favorite tropical flavors are comingling in this super delish bowl which combines a fresh, homemade mango salsa with shrimp and coconut lime cauliflower rice. It’s a little bit more work than some of the other recipes we’ve listed, but it is absolutely worth the effort. Just one bite and you’ll be transported to the tastes of a tropical island!
Check out this recipe submitted by a Leaf visitor! (You can submit your own cauliflower rice recipes on our Recipe Submission page for a chance to be feature on The Leaf. Click here to submit your recipes! >) If you like spicy, then this is a cauliflower rice recipe you have got to try. It’s packed with flavorful zest—including that of a jalapeno pepper! Just the right amount of some low-fat cheddar cheese makes it creamy and delicious. It’s a great way to get an extra serving of veggies into your day.
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Hi everyone, I'm not sure where else to talk about this but considering it has to do with food and my diet I figured this might be an okay place.
Since my teenage years I've always very quickly felt weak if I didn't eat enough. Kind of light headed, but mostly that I just wasn't able to do much until I ate something again. I'm now 22 and this hasn't gone away, it's actually gotten a bit worse.
I've lost 20kg in the past 6 months and my diet is very different from what it used to be. I eat very little, but not because I want to. My body doesn't really give me the feeling of hunger anymore. Instead, I start feeling dizzy and weak. That's the moment I know I should eat. When I do eat, I eat what I can. It's not like I eat little on purpose, my body just can't take that much food anymore.
This has been very annoying, because if I don't get something to eat the moment I start feeling weak, it will only become worse. Eventually leading to me not being able to do anything, and having to be dependent on my boyfriend to get me something. This doesn't happen all the time, since I often just get food and it's okay. But this is still a problem. I start feeling weak so quickly, I don't feel like this is normal.
Has anyone else experienced something like this? I can't help but wonder what's going on inside my body. I just want hunger cues again, not this annoying "Oh guess I'm weak now" feeling.
TL;DR
Instead of getting hunger cues, my body starts feeling very weak, and the moment that happens I have to eat something immediately or I will be left not being able to do anything.
EDIT: the 20kg weight loss was intentional, as I was obese before and am now in the healthy range
