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Happy Anniversary - 1 YEAR LC : ) - Kinda Long
WOW - It's been a whole year! First the statistics:
37 (now 38) year old female, 6' tall and weighed 306lbs. I have weighed at least 260 for over 10 years (post pregnancy). After back surgery in 2000 I gained the rest of the weight. I knew that I had to do something! I read up on LC, having been a LC critic in the past. I never believed that it would work having had the low fat mantra drummed in my head for years! One year later I now weigh 227.5 - that's 78½ lbs. I have lost 9" in my waist. I am having my blood work done at the end of the month, so I can't report any changes there - although they were good to begin with. In 2003 total cholesterol was 188, HDL 52, LDL 118. Triglycerides 90 and my ration was 3.6. My blood glucose was 98. I can hardly wait to see what they are now. I have had high blood pressure for a few years now and I am hoping that I can get off of the meds now. I have noticed that over the past year I haven't been sick with a cold at all. I was just noting last night that I haven't needed a cough drop in "forever". Other medical improvements include: less gas (thank goodness - lol), better feeling skin and less stomach and intentinal distress. Unfortunately, the weight loss hasn't helped my back much. My eating strategies are as follows: For those just starting on Induction - follow it! But, if you go over 20 - say 21 to 25 - don't panic, it is just a guideline. The main purpose of Induction is to rid your body of the carb toxins and eliminate your cravings for carb laden foods. I stayed at Induction levels for a few months. After that - it's a science experiment!! Every body is different. If you find a food that triggers cravings or messes with your blood sugar - don't eat it. I personally can eat 2 pieces of pizza occasionally without a problem. Same goes for beer. I might not lose any weight for a few days, but who cares. I didn't get fat over night, and I don't expect to get "skinny" over night either. Cookies on the other hand are a NO NO! Thought I could have just one, didn't work. Had a huge blood sugar swing and was miserable with a capital "M" (just ask my DH - lol). I still have my ½ pot of coffee every day and it doesn't bother me. Again, this is a YMMV, but you have to experiment and find what works for you. Daily eating patterns vary. Basically meat, cheese, veggies at every meal. If a snack is needed, I usually have some cheese, nuts or veggies. Have to be careful of the nuts - very easy to eat too many!!! I have to be careful of foods that are too salty; makes me retain water. I occasionally enter my foods into Fit Day just to see how I am doing. Typically I am around 2000 calories with about a 65/30/5 fat, protein, carb ratio. That's about it. I am in the process of updating my pics. They may or may not be updated when you read this. I will also put them on a separate post. Happy LC to all - it's not a diet - it's a WAY OF LIFE! -- Peggy 306/227.5/180 6' - 38 yrs January 13, 2003 http://photos.yahoo.com/spear1888 |
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Happy Anniversary - 1 YEAR LC : ) - Kinda Long
Peggy S. wrote:
Totally effin' awesome job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! you look so great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! very inspiring!!! Lori |
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Happy Anniversary - 1 YEAR LC : ) - Kinda Long
Isn't your anniversary coming up too??
"Lorelei" wrote in message ink.net... Peggy S. wrote: Totally effin' awesome job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! you look so great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! very inspiring!!! Lori |
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Happy Anniversary - 1 YEAR LC : ) - Kinda Long
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says... One year later I now weigh 227.5 - that's 78? lbs. I have lost 9" in my waist. I am having my blood work done at the end of the month, so I can't Congrats on your VERY successful weight loss! The photos reall tell a story -- you're an INSPIRATION! -- Saffire 205/176/125 Atkins since 6/14/03 Progress photo: http://photos.yahoo.com/saffire333 |
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Happy Anniversary - 1 YEAR LC : ) - Kinda Long
Saffire wrote:
In article , says... One year later I now weigh 227.5 - that's 78? lbs. I have lost 9" in my waist. I am having my blood work done at the end of the month, so I can't Congrats on your VERY successful weight loss! The photos reall tell a story -- you're an INSPIRATION! what she said. you look fantastic, Peggy. |
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Happy Anniversary - 1 YEAR LC : ) - Kinda Long
Wow Peggy! You look fab, and must feel just wonderful. I have lost
nearly 50 lbs myself and my 1st anniversary is in about two and a half weeks, so I am there with ya! Great job and thanks for sharing. Great inspiration! Pam |
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Happy Anniversary - 1 YEAR LC : ) - Kinda Long
great post peggy.................................thanks for the
daily food suggestions! -- read and post daily, it works! rosie "Hell they won't lie to me/ Not on my own damn TV/ But how much is a liar's word worth/ And whatever happened to peace on earth?" .....................................Willie Nelson REGIME CHANGE BEGINS AT HOME ****VOTE**** "Peggy S." wrote in message ... WOW - It's been a whole year! First the statistics: 37 (now 38) year old female, 6' tall and weighed 306lbs. I have weighed at least 260 for over 10 years (post pregnancy). After back surgery in 2000 I gained the rest of the weight. I knew that I had to do something! I read up on LC, having been a LC critic in the past. I never believed that it would work having had the low fat mantra drummed in my head for years! One year later I now weigh 227.5 - that's 78½ lbs. I have lost 9" in my waist. I am having my blood work done at the end of the month, so I can't report any changes there - although they were good to begin with. In 2003 total cholesterol was 188, HDL 52, LDL 118. Triglycerides 90 and my ration was 3.6. My blood glucose was 98. I can hardly wait to see what they are now. I have had high blood pressure for a few years now and I am hoping that I can get off of the meds now. I have noticed that over the past year I haven't been sick with a cold at all. I was just noting last night that I haven't needed a cough drop in "forever". Other medical improvements include: less gas (thank goodness - lol), better feeling skin and less stomach and intentinal distress. Unfortunately, the weight loss hasn't helped my back much. My eating strategies are as follows: For those just starting on Induction - follow it! But, if you go over 20 - say 21 to 25 - don't panic, it is just a guideline. The main purpose of Induction is to rid your body of the carb toxins and eliminate your cravings for carb laden foods. I stayed at Induction levels for a few months. After that - it's a science experiment!! Every body is different. If you find a food that triggers cravings or messes with your blood sugar - don't eat it. I personally can eat 2 pieces of pizza occasionally without a problem. Same goes for beer. I might not lose any weight for a few days, but who cares. I didn't get fat over night, and I don't expect to get "skinny" over night either. Cookies on the other hand are a NO NO! Thought I could have just one, didn't work. Had a huge blood sugar swing and was miserable with a capital "M" (just ask my DH - lol). I still have my ½ pot of coffee every day and it doesn't bother me. Again, this is a YMMV, but you have to experiment and find what works for you. Daily eating patterns vary. Basically meat, cheese, veggies at every meal. If a snack is needed, I usually have some cheese, nuts or veggies. Have to be careful of the nuts - very easy to eat too many!!! I have to be careful of foods that are too salty; makes me retain water. I occasionally enter my foods into Fit Day just to see how I am doing. Typically I am around 2000 calories with about a 65/30/5 fat, protein, carb ratio. That's about it. I am in the process of updating my pics. They may or may not be updated when you read this. I will also put them on a separate post. Happy LC to all - it's not a diet - it's a WAY OF LIFE! -- Peggy 306/227.5/180 6' - 38 yrs January 13, 2003 http://photos.yahoo.com/spear1888 |
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