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JohnLarson wrote:I am 7 days into this new way of eating (which is really an old way of eating), and I wanted to start a thread.
For all of my 46 yrs I have struggled with weight. I have carried my weight well and just have come to terms with it never trying any real effort to change.
I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes over 4 years ago, which for the most part is unmanaged. I hate taking pills and have lived in denial. Now I am to take insulin at night. I weighed 283 at the time and was told several times before and at the time that losing weight was the best option.
My start weight last week was 260. My goal is 185. Just being under 200 would be awesome. Being off the needle and the pills is another goal.
I am still reading and learning, but so far I am feeling great. I do not miss the meat, dairy and oils yet. I am sure I will, but so far I really like how I feel.
JohnLarson wrote:I think this should have been in the journals section, maybe a mod will move it.
JohnLarson wrote:Today's weigh in: 255. Morning Blood Sugar: 152.
I did the treadmill 3 times last week for 30min each time. I will increase this week.
Mid-week stopped taking oral meds and last shot of lantis was Friday night. I will monitor per this article http://www.drmcdougall.com/misc/2009nl/dec/diabetes.htm. I have not spoke to my doctor about any of this. I have not managed my diabetes very well, but I will check every morning and make adjustments.
Some of the foods eaten this week had oils (flour wraps, re-fried beans, and some Chinese veggies day one). I have not went hungry or craved any meat or dairy. My skin and hair feel less oily and I have energy.
Wild4Stars wrote:Good to see you back on track.
You can do this.
JohnLarson wrote:Feeling real good tonight.
I discovered the video section on the main page. I feel like I just saved $5,000. I watched one on the iPad while doing the treadmill at 2.5mph. The plan was to stop at 30 min, but the video was over an hour. I survived! I had been doing every other day, not sure if I will skip a day. Going slower and watching the video felt good, no soreness.
I find myself diving into the web site and forums. I am very greatful to the people that participate and contribute.
I am trying not to talk so much about this WOE all the time to everyone, but I can't help it. I need to stfu until I have some visible results. For whatever reason, when I heard the radio interview, it just made sense, like it was already in the back of my mind. I want to share this with the world, but really I need to focus on me.
I think that is why I like the forums here so much.
JohnLarson wrote:I plan on getting an air popper for popcorn. Will have that with movies.
For football, I would like to have something with more substance. I have tried baking my own chips with corn tortillas, some come out perfect, some undercooked and some burnt. I am going to a health food store to see what they have. My plan is to have salsa and bean dip. I might look into doing some sort of layered dip and sneak some potatoes and rice in it. I need the chips first. On Football Sundays, the food as is important as who is playing.
JohnLarson wrote:I have gotten a few private messages from my post there. I wanted to get answers there to stop confusion about some food choices.
I am hoping the health food store in town has some products that do not have oil or that have too much fat.
I am still making the velvetta cheese with rotel and beef for guests. I am not sure if I want fake cheese or not. I have decided that fake milk and fake burgers are out. I had not thought about cheese.
I am thinking of a layered bean dip. I will keep looking and reading. Everyone has been very helpful.
JohnLarson wrote:My blood surgar was 183 this morning.
I did the treadmill while watching Forks Over Knives last night. That makes three days in a row for over an hour at 2.5 mph. I feel great. I might bring the speed up a bit. The movie was good.
I made a batch of corn chips. I think I have the hang of it. I am looking forward to football season, watched a little preseason nfl last night.
I went out to lunch with a friend. We went to Panera Bread Co. I think he means well. I need to find a better place to go out to eat to. My plan is to cut flour out, unless going out to eat. I also think they use oils there. Maybe I am crazy, but my skin felt different a while after eating there. I had a half veggie sandwich with no cheese and a bowl of vegetarian corn chowder. The place is okay, but I do not plan on going back.
I have no clue what the difference between a vegetarian and a vegan is. I do not want to label myself as either. Plant based diet is a term that seems used lots. I also have heard the term "closer to the ground". I think that concept is good for this WOE.
bunsofaluminum wrote:I like the mushrooms in that recipe.
One of the things I admire most about Dr McD is that his whole entire plan is available for free, right here. He doesn't charge membership fees (which some dr's do) and he doesn't sell supplements (ditto) nor does he go around making headlines with huge pronouncements about this, that, or the other fad. He just steadily promotes the healthiest lifestyle possible, walks the talk, and teaches. So much free information! So much guidance, and so much good science and evidence behind this. Love it!
glad you're keeping on.
Heidi
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