Sunday, April 14, 2024

NSV: hotel bath towel wrapped fully around me!

I made a post recently on how I've made it a quarter of the way to my weight loss goal (down 25lbs) but that I haven't been able to notice a different when I look at myself.

Well, this weekend I was staying at a hotel and when I got out of the shower I was shocked that those dreaded hotel bath towels actually wrapped all the way around me and I was fully covered!

I didn't have ~much~ wiggle room, but that was the first time I've been able to notice in a non-scale way that I've actually lost weight.

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Saturday, April 13, 2024

Weight graphs, dieting alone vs dieting and exercise

tldr: Just look at the Weight Graphs section if you just want to see the difference in the data and don't care about my personal progress.

Overview

I began counting calories early last September when I was at my heaviest ever at 252lbs. I work a desk job and am not particularly active otherwise. Through CICO management I managed to drop ~25lbs up until Thanksgiving when I "took a break for the holidays." It ended up lasting longer than I intended and it was early February before I got back on the wagon, and had put 5 pounds back on. At the same time that I restarted managing my diet, I also began exercising and am now down to 206lbs (46lbs total). In addition to the weight loss, my resting heart rate has dropped from the 80s into the 50s, and I've gone from size 44 to size 38 pants.

Weight Graphs

I noticed an interesting trend where when I was dieting alone, I had much less variation in my daily weigh-ins. It's pretty logical when you consider that I'm building muscle while losing weight in the exercise phase, but just losing fat (and muscle) in the diet-only stages. But I find the data very interesting to look at, and thought I would share.

Diet-only (the plateau was a vacation):
https://i.imgur.com/VYYBawc.jpeg

Diet and exercise:
https://i.imgur.com/8DX8uiQ.jpeg

My diet

I don't focus too hard on macros, I do try to eat more protein and less carbs, because that seems to work for me, but I don't make any crazy efforts to avoid things. I'll order a thin crust pizza from Dominos and eat it 1/4 at a time for example. I focus more on my caloric deficit than anything else. I usually eat around 1500 calories per day. One of my staples is buying a bag of frozen salmon filets from Costco or Sam's club and alternating dinners of salmon or chicken cooked in a cast iron skillet with a heaping side of broccoli, corn, or carrots as stomach-fillers. It helps me keep a little variety in my meal and is fairly quick and easy. I've also been making sure to take a multivitamin with meals to help make sure I'm getting good nutrition. Since I started exercise I've been incorporating BCAAs, L-Carnitine, and Protein shakes into my diet, which is the only dietary difference (caloric intake has been pretty consistent throughout). I also keep a half gallon water bottle with me at all times and try to drink from it constantly.

My exercise

I started with a spin class and a HIIT class once a week on my first week. The first spin class was absolutely brutal, and gave me the worst DOMS of my life. I then added an additional HIIT class each week for a month and a half. Then I worked in an additional spin class each week. So I'm now doing 2 spin classes and 2 HIIT classes each week. My next step once I get a little closer to my goal weight is to add more weight lifting in on my spin days so that I'm not only lifting weights in my HIIT classes.

My takeaways so far

I feel dropping the extra pounds in the kitchen before I began exercising made it easier on my body to return to the workouts (although it was still hard!). In addition it allowed me to focus on just changing one habit first. It may not be the best or most efficient way, but it has worked for me so far.

I don't have complete progress pics because I didn't take any when I first started, but here's late October of last year through today for the curious:
https://i.imgur.com/1Yx3rbA.png

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Gained 6 pounds in 4 days

Currently a student (f) with a tough test week.

Been ok about weight loss til now, (10 pounds over the last 3 months, with occasional cheat days.)

But the problem is to cope with stress I always end up binge-eating a lot. For the past 4 days I've binged on a bunch of sweets, snacks, and big meals. This also happened during my last test period unfortunately.

I've gained about 6 pounds just from this and I was wondering is there a way to stop stress-eating or a good way to control weight during these periods?

I know a bit of this may be water weight, but considering this is a span of 4 days, I'm definitely very concerned.

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NSV: Going through closet

Hi there! I just wanted to share todays non scale victory, which I am super happy about😁

Well, a little back story first. I am a type of person that loves clothes, and I had a closet full of them. I usually buy a new piece of clothing ever so often, so my closet was literally bursting. So, my boyfriend(who I live with) told me that I can’t buy any more before I go through what I already have, and get rid of everything that now is to big for me.. And I just kind of thought that nothing was too big, because I can’t see my weight loss myself, but he tells me that I am crazy for not seeing it..

To tell a kind of long story shorter, I got rid of almost an entire garbage bag.. So many pieces were way too big and didn’t fit right anymore. I was so shocked, like.. What happened? I’m am certainly not a size XL anymore, which I am thrilled, but also a little sad about, because I loved so many of the XL pieces that I owned, but now they are gone.

I also had a few pieces of goal clothes in the back of my closet that I hadn’t tried on for a while, and some of them got moved to the front because they now fit! One of them is a pair of pants that I got in a bundle of used clothes I bought and I have been dying to wear them, but they are a size M, without stretch, so I just tried them on for fun, not believing I could get them past my butt like always, but they fit!

This was kind of a long post, sorry about that! I am just so excited!

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Small Victories. Small losses. Big wins.

Today I am proud of myself. I’m down about 15lbs since I started my journey in July.

Last spring my PCP fat shamed me for the last time. I set out to prove that not everything is because I’m overweight. But I struggled to lose weight.

In July I had my first appointment with the local hospitals weight loss clinic. They gave me 3 programs. The first was the most aggressive with a severe caloric deficit and a liquid diet for 4 weeks followed by metabolic screenings and weekly weigh ins and meetings. The third was regular office visits. With the middle option being a combo of 1 and 3. I chose 3. I didn’t want the weekly meetings, and the liquid diet sounded terrible and not what I was looking for.

If I’m going to lose weight I’m going to do it right and make it permanent. So this way is slower but it has worked. I weigh my food, I watch my caloric intake. I follow the diet they suggested. I have not given up my favorite foods. When I stalled out I met with a dietitian who looked at my food log and helped me make a few more changes. I drink enough water. I am doing all of the things and I am down 15 lbs. I am thrilled.

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Friday, April 12, 2024

250lbs in August 2022 - currently 170lbs (29F, 5'6") - this is my story

Huge wall of text in 3.... 2.... 1....

I was diagnosed with ADHD in May of 2023. My doctor prescribed Strattera (a non-stimulant ADHD med) which helped enough that I realized my depression and anxiety were symptoms of ADHD. This led me to asking my psychiatrist to help me wean off the Effexor (antidepressant) I was on.

Weaning off Effexor was rough. Horrible withdrawals that incapacitated me for nearly a week, and then for months afterwards I continued to have withdrawals of lessening intensity until finally they stopped. It was awful and I truly worried that I would never feel 100% better.

One of the main withdrawals I experienced was nausea. I went from eating fast food 3x a day (think 2 double cheeseburgers from mcdonalds every day for lunch,) to not being able to hold down more than 1 meal a day. I had to miss a few days off work because I would throw up every time I tried to eat.

In less than a month, I had dropped from 240 down to 220lbs. At that point I was eating 2-3 meals a day again, but I was eating less than half the volume of food that I once had. I could not stomach more. Instead of 2 double cheeseburgers and a whole large fry, I would eat half a single burger and nibble a few fries. I continued to lose weight.

My doctor recommended we try Vyvanse after we reached the max dose of Strattera and I still wasn't getting the full benefit of the medicine. She started me on 30mg, and for the first 2 weeks, the appetite I had managed to work back up was gone. I still ate, but most days I skipped at least 1 meal, and when I did eat I was eating a few bites at a time before stopping.

By the time my appetite began improving again, I was down to 195lbs. Under 200 for the first time since middle school. I was elated. My appetite was coming back but I began tracking my calories religiously.

Now, I've been on adderall XR for a few months and it does nothing to my appetite at all. I'm back to being hungry, hungry. But I am still losing weight at a deficit, eating 1600-1900 calories most days. I have 2 weekly cheat days where I will eat up to 2500 calories. The days that I eat only 1600 calories, I may feel some more hunger but something about having those cheat days to look forward to makes the hunger easy to deal with.

My weight loss is slower now, but I am still losing at least 1lb per week. My goal weight is 145lbs, but my body is already starting to look and feel drastically different. I marvel at it nearly every day. I feel like the same obese mess that I was sometimes, but then I catch a glimpse of myself in a mirror and I do a double-take. Is that me? That doesn't look like me. I don't recall ever having seen myself this small.

My tummy is still very much there, round and sticking out way farther than I'd like. But there's also noticeably less stomach than there ever has been. The skin of my stomach feels looser, when before it used to be stretched tight. My belly still touches the tops of my thighs when I am seated, but only barely. I can look down while seated and see most of my thighs and it's bizarre.

I have been obese for the vast majority of my life. To the point that, I have no memories of a time that my body was this size. It's like getting adjusted to a new body, but every 10lbs lost I have to readjust. I love it and it makes me so very proud of myself, but it is really bizarre too.

I never, ever imagined I would get this far. But now that I am here, I cannot imagine stopping short of my goal. I love my new body. I love feeling like I finally have power to control my body, when every diet I ever went on in the past left me feeling like it's impossible to lose weight - so why even try? Turns out, weight loss is actually possible. And fun. Who knew it would be fun??

I'm actually going clothes shopping this weekend. And looking forward to it. For the first time in my life I am excited to go clothes shopping. All my clothes are baggy and smock-like on me. It makes me feel frumpy and strange, and I can't wait to get into some clothes that fit this new frame of mine.

Anyway. Posting this to celebrate my achievement of reaching 170lbs. I really never thought I'd be here. It really feels like I'm dreaming sometimes.

Sorry this is so long, but thank you for reading my story.

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11 Amazing Egg Recipes for an Egg-Cellent Start to Your Day

Starting your day with a delicious and nutritious meal is essential, and what better ingredient to base your breakfast on than eggs? Renowned for their versatility and health benefits, eggs are a staple in kitchens worldwide.

We’re excited to showcase a variety of ways you can transform simple eggs into mouth-watering dishes that energize and delight. Whether you’re in the mood for something classic or craving a new culinary adventure, these healthy egg recipes are designed to suit all tastes and occasions.

From the fluffiest omelets to savory frittatas, and innovative dishes that will redefine your breakfast experience, prepare to unleash the potential of eggs in your morning routine. Let’s crack into these incredible egg recipes and start your day off right!

1. Asparagus Egg Toast

Asparagus with Poached Egg Toast

It can be pretty tough to get your recommended number of servings of veggies a day unless you have some for breakfast. Here’s a wonderful, savory treat that pits a new spin on plain old avocado toast: Just add some asparagus! One of our favorite egg recipes, this delicious dish for two combines mashed avocado, grilled asparagus spears and poached eggs, sitting on toasted whole wheat sourdough bread.

Get the Asparagus Egg Toast recipe.

2. Cloud Eggs

healthy cloud eggs

These extra fluffy baked eggs became an internet sensation because they taste out of this world. To make one of our favorite egg recipes, You simply whip up egg whites until they’re foamy (the way you would make meringue), spoon onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, scoop out the center and drop the egg yolk in. Bake at 450 degrees F for six to eight minutes and you have a high-protein breakfast like you’ve never tasted before.

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3. Pesto Tomato Omelet

tomato egg recipe

If you crave savory in the AM, this will be your go-to egg recipe.  A Tablespoon of pesto and sundried tomatoes, plus fresh roasted cherry tomatoes, make this an egg white omelet to die for! But because it’s made of egg whites, it’s healthier for you than a whole egg omelet.

Get the Pesto Tomato Veggie Omelet recipe.

4. Sweet Potato Black Bean Omelet

black bean omelet

This super-easy omelet really delivers on the flavor. It also delivers on the healthy too. Black beans and egg whites add to the high-quality protein this breakfast treat delivers. Avocado supplies healthy monounsaturated fat. And sweet potatoes are a powerhouse of vitamins, including vitamin A, as well as cancer-fighting chemicals such as lycopene and other carotenoids.

Get the Sweet Potato Black Bean Omelet recipe.

5. Not So Devilish Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs

Who says you can’t have this staple of summer picnics for breakfast? Not to mention, this recipe provides loads of protein to keep you feeling full as you power through your day.

They’re usually made with mayo but this genius deviled egg recipe uses fat-free Greek yogurt to trim the original recipe down. Just mix it with hardboiled egg yolks and Dijon mustard, then dig in!

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6. Red Pepper and Broccoli Egg Muffins

Red Pepper and Broccoli Egg Muffins

If you have a busy lifestyle (who doesn’t?), it’s feels like a luxury to have a delicious, homemade breakfast. Breakfast on-the-go can be a delight when you try these delicious Red Pepper and Broccoli Egg Muffins.

You’ll need a muffin pan and a little weekend prep time to get these veggie-stuffed egg “muffins” ready for the week. Broccoli and peppers, rich with vitamin C, provide a vegetable boost in your morning routine. Protein-packing eggs round out the meal and make for an easy and affordable preparation. Store your leftovers in an airtight container and have them all week.

Get the Red Pepper and Broccoli Egg Muffins recipe.

7. Veggie Quinoa Breakfast Bake

spinach mushroom egg recipe

This is not your mother’s breakfast bake. Warm up your morning and fire up your energy with this spinach and mushroom Quinoa Breakfast Bake. It’s got eggs, veggies and healthy grains. What more could you ask for?

The quinoa adds a high-protein nutty flavor and fat-free cottage cheese holds the whole thing together. And by whole thing we mean a savory combo of mushrooms, spinach, onion, sun-dried tomatoes and spices including crushed red pepper. That’ll wake you up.

Get the Veggie Quinoa Breakfast Bake recipe.

8. Easy Loaded Baked Omelet Muffins

loaded omelet muffins

Weekly meal prep never looked so easy and so delicious.  Made in a muffin pan, these omelet muffins can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. There’s that week’s breakfasts taken care of.

Start your day with a vitamin C kick and an easier way to reach your recommended daily intake of vegetables! This bake-ahead egg muffin recipe combines bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, spinach and garlic with four whole eggs and four egg whites. Using eggs whites leans this meal out with less fat and calories.

Get the Easy Loaded Baked Omelet Muffins recipe.

9. 5-Ingredient Veggie Frittata

5-ingredient veggie frittata

Pack in your protein with a Sunday-brunch-worthy Veggie Frittata. Never heard of a frittata? Think of it as a crustless quiche. An easy combination of egg whites, mozzarella and fat free cottage cheese contributes loads of protein. Add roasted red peppers canned in water, not oil, for a nutrition and flavor boost. Fresh basil adds the flare.

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10. Skinny Avocado Egg Salad Sandwich

avocado egg salad sandwich

When you think of eggs, you may think breakfast. But eggs can be a delicious, nutritious part of any meal! Our Skinny Avocado Egg Salad Sandwich recipe skips the mayo. Instead, we use a substitute of avocado, prepared yellow mustard and paprika to pull the egg salad together.

Add some chopped red onion for even more flavor, then serve it on whole wheat sandwich rounds or pita with lettuce and tomato. Hard boil your eggs on Sunday and have this meal ready to go in a pinch!

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11. Broccoli Cheddar Quiche with Loaded Potato Crust

cheese and broccoli quichee

Use your Nutrisystem Loaded Mashed Potato to make the savory crust for this easy quiche. The filling features egg whites, fresh broccoli florets, green onions and low-fat cheddar cheese. Simple and satisfying is served!

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