Saturday, March 27, 2010
Day 51
133 lbs. Gained a lb. yesterday. This may not be as easy as it looks. I didn't have any foods that were not allowed, but maybe the protein limit was exceeded to some degree, if that's possible. I might have been low on water too. I did find that after a meal I wasn't hungry for many hours. In fact, my meals were rather late because I just wasn't hungry. A BM would probably take care of that one lb. Today I will eat sort of like I used to on the 500 calories, but of course I will add in more veggies and fruit. I can see the merit of keeping a log because you can look back and try to determine where you went wrong.
Friday, March 26, 2010
Day 50 ~ Phase 3
132 lbs. Well, what do you know? That little meat cheat yesterday didn't hurt one bit. Hallelujah. It's true what is said. Protein is the better item to cheat with.
Today I start logging what I eat and eliminating or minimizing those items that make any slight gain. It seems tedious, but worthy of research. Sure, there will be obvious items to avoid. But, armed with all of my lists, I may truly be able to eat what I want. This is really the exciting part of this whole adventure. I guess I've never really looked at how foods CAN be combined so that you don't gain. Or better yet, had a viable and tasty mechanism that could emphatically and easily undo any mistakes. I feel empowered.
Today I start logging what I eat and eliminating or minimizing those items that make any slight gain. It seems tedious, but worthy of research. Sure, there will be obvious items to avoid. But, armed with all of my lists, I may truly be able to eat what I want. This is really the exciting part of this whole adventure. I guess I've never really looked at how foods CAN be combined so that you don't gain. Or better yet, had a viable and tasty mechanism that could emphatically and easily undo any mistakes. I feel empowered.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Day 49
132 lbs. stable. We'll see about tomorrow. I had a burger patty that was about the right weight, but seemed a bit greasy since it was 80/20.
I had a rude revelation last night about the 3 days of phase 2 vs. the 72 hours. Since I've taken my shots at night the whole time, my 72 hours isn't up until about 9:15 tonight. So, I had to go through one more day today. I probably shouldn't have cheese tonight, but I'm thinking about it.....No, I can be strong. I've made it this far. I've had 5 melba toasts today and a little extra apple. And, then that meat. I should stop. I think I'll have some tea and watch a movie. Popcorn would be great, but I won't tempt myself.
I've looked up the starchy foods list, the carbs list and the permitted foods list so I think I'm ready to head into phase 3 tomorrow. Just having an increase in food amount seems like a treat to me at this point. Protein is foremost on my brain. I'll ignore the carbs and starch.
As I was putting away the other burgers I cheated and had about another 1.5 ozs. or meat! I'm a closet carnivore! I guess I'm getting at the end of my rope. I immediately turned to my water and downed a whole bottle. I'll have the tea and be a good girl the rest of the night. Won't be surprised if I gain a lb. tomorrow.
I had a rude revelation last night about the 3 days of phase 2 vs. the 72 hours. Since I've taken my shots at night the whole time, my 72 hours isn't up until about 9:15 tonight. So, I had to go through one more day today. I probably shouldn't have cheese tonight, but I'm thinking about it.....No, I can be strong. I've made it this far. I've had 5 melba toasts today and a little extra apple. And, then that meat. I should stop. I think I'll have some tea and watch a movie. Popcorn would be great, but I won't tempt myself.
I've looked up the starchy foods list, the carbs list and the permitted foods list so I think I'm ready to head into phase 3 tomorrow. Just having an increase in food amount seems like a treat to me at this point. Protein is foremost on my brain. I'll ignore the carbs and starch.
As I was putting away the other burgers I cheated and had about another 1.5 ozs. or meat! I'm a closet carnivore! I guess I'm getting at the end of my rope. I immediately turned to my water and downed a whole bottle. I'll have the tea and be a good girl the rest of the night. Won't be surprised if I gain a lb. tomorrow.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Day 48
132 lbs. This feels comfortable right now. At least I'm not gaining anything. I'm trying real hard to stick to the 500 calories. Last night I had 2 celery sticks with blackened spices on top. It got me through the night.
Well, I need to research phase 3 since it's coming up tomorrow. I need to know about any calorie restrictions since I couldn't find any in the book. I assume reasonable is in order. I'll probably fall somewhere between 800-1000 calories to test the waters. I should check the starch content of foods next.
Bringing this round to a close is very exciting. I think I've done really well. I realize that men end up dropping more weight, but I'm OK with that. It's just a fact. After my next, and likely last round, I think I will have reached a point in my life where I understand food better and its relationship with me and each other. For this, I am immensely grateful. Other programs like Nutri-System mix foods in a particular order throughout the day, but never tell you why. I feel more empowered by the hCG Diet and better able to control my future. Plus, I have the tools to fix any slip ups. I've already purchased a bunch of steaks in the event I need to drop 2 lbs!
Well, I need to research phase 3 since it's coming up tomorrow. I need to know about any calorie restrictions since I couldn't find any in the book. I assume reasonable is in order. I'll probably fall somewhere between 800-1000 calories to test the waters. I should check the starch content of foods next.
Bringing this round to a close is very exciting. I think I've done really well. I realize that men end up dropping more weight, but I'm OK with that. It's just a fact. After my next, and likely last round, I think I will have reached a point in my life where I understand food better and its relationship with me and each other. For this, I am immensely grateful. Other programs like Nutri-System mix foods in a particular order throughout the day, but never tell you why. I feel more empowered by the hCG Diet and better able to control my future. Plus, I have the tools to fix any slip ups. I've already purchased a bunch of steaks in the event I need to drop 2 lbs!
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Day 47
132.5 lbs. Yesterday I was kept pretty busy at work and so I didn't really have time to contemplate any hunger. As far as the cheating goes, I had only ONE extra melba toast. So, I stuck to the 500 calories very closely.
The new measurements are:
Bust: 39" no change ~ A total of 2" lost
Waist 30" another inch lost ~ A total of 5" lost
Hips 37" another 1.5 inches lost ~ A total of 4" lost
Belly 37" another 1.5iunches lost ~ A total of 4" lost
Inner Thigh 20" another inch lost ~ A total of 3" lost
Bicep 11" no change ~ A total of 1" lost
Before
After
Before
After
The new measurements are:
Bust: 39" no change ~ A total of 2" lost
Waist 30" another inch lost ~ A total of 5" lost
Hips 37" another 1.5 inches lost ~ A total of 4" lost
Belly 37" another 1.5iunches lost ~ A total of 4" lost
Inner Thigh 20" another inch lost ~ A total of 3" lost
Bicep 11" no change ~ A total of 1" lost
Monday, March 22, 2010
Day 46 ~ Phase 2
133 lbs. Ugghhh, gained a lb. Oh, well. As predicted, last night was my last injection. So, today and for the next two days I will be adhering to the 500 calories with no hCG. I'm going to try and stick with this as best I can because of its importance.
The end has come and the final tally is 25 lbs. in 46 days. It really was not that bad, but did not come without its challenges. Most of these I felt at the last 10 days or so. Next round I will know more of what to expect. On to phase 2 and 3.
I'm really looking forward to eating a whole chicken breast as opposed to a half! I've really enjoyed my spicy veggies and will continue with those. Cheese, yeah, I've missed you too! If I don't think about the starches or sugar I'll probably be OK. I did look up the sugar contents of fruit yesterday. Surprisingly, bananas are fairly high, as are oranges. I love oranges and have been eating a lot of them. The highest though, were dates. Really, really high.
OK phase 2. Let's get through these days. I know I keep mentioning this in passing (?), but I can't remember the last BM. I think it's been more than a week. Even to me, that seems odd. To get more regular once regular eating resumes will be good, at least for my mind. Maybe it's the low calories that require the absorption of all the food and leave very little left over for output. I don't feel bad or anything that resembles constipation. I've tried the herbal teas for constipation and they don't "move" me. For now, I'm OK with whatever happens.
OK, I went back and looked it up. The last BM was 11 days ago. Amazing!
The end has come and the final tally is 25 lbs. in 46 days. It really was not that bad, but did not come without its challenges. Most of these I felt at the last 10 days or so. Next round I will know more of what to expect. On to phase 2 and 3.
I'm really looking forward to eating a whole chicken breast as opposed to a half! I've really enjoyed my spicy veggies and will continue with those. Cheese, yeah, I've missed you too! If I don't think about the starches or sugar I'll probably be OK. I did look up the sugar contents of fruit yesterday. Surprisingly, bananas are fairly high, as are oranges. I love oranges and have been eating a lot of them. The highest though, were dates. Really, really high.
OK phase 2. Let's get through these days. I know I keep mentioning this in passing (?), but I can't remember the last BM. I think it's been more than a week. Even to me, that seems odd. To get more regular once regular eating resumes will be good, at least for my mind. Maybe it's the low calories that require the absorption of all the food and leave very little left over for output. I don't feel bad or anything that resembles constipation. I've tried the herbal teas for constipation and they don't "move" me. For now, I'm OK with whatever happens.
OK, I went back and looked it up. The last BM was 11 days ago. Amazing!
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Day 45
132 lbs. Wow! Yesterday was torturous. I did have three extra melba toasts and 3 extra strawberries last night. But, I was able to resist salmon, lox and bagels, cheese and veggies, egg rolls, stuffed mushrooms, desserts galore and an open bar. Those were just some of the delicious items I can remember seeing from last night's function.
I was a volunteer at a fund raiser for the Cat Depot in Sarasota, FL. This is a non-profit organization dedicated to a no-kill rescue of cats only. We had a great turnout. There was a reggae band, gambling, a silent auction and a raffle of some great baskets. It was held at the Sarasota Yacht Club and the attendees varied from the elite to the little old lady with orange hair, in a pink chiffon long gown wearing a tiara. Yes, a tiara.
Somehow, I survived the ordeal of all that food and drink and was rewarded with a 1 1/2 lb. loss. I believe tonight will be my last injection. I don't think I have enough hCG for tomorrow. I must have mixed up pretty closely to what was needed for the entire cycle. I'm so ready to move to phase 2. Although, I'm a little worried about the hunger pangs for the next three days without the hCG. The left side ovarian pains I had yesterday are gone and turned out to be no where near what I experienced on day 20 of this program.
I will research the sugar content of fruits so I don't fall prey to that impending trap. I will also be cognizant of the protein fix (huge steak) in case my weight goes up by two lbs. As I head into these next phases, they are again, uncharted waters. If I continue with the determination and willpower that I've had in the past, I can hope to come out on the other side in pretty good shape. Speaking of shape, I think I need to tone up now. I will either get on a walking regimen or biking. The importance of this is apparent.
I was a volunteer at a fund raiser for the Cat Depot in Sarasota, FL. This is a non-profit organization dedicated to a no-kill rescue of cats only. We had a great turnout. There was a reggae band, gambling, a silent auction and a raffle of some great baskets. It was held at the Sarasota Yacht Club and the attendees varied from the elite to the little old lady with orange hair, in a pink chiffon long gown wearing a tiara. Yes, a tiara.
Somehow, I survived the ordeal of all that food and drink and was rewarded with a 1 1/2 lb. loss. I believe tonight will be my last injection. I don't think I have enough hCG for tomorrow. I must have mixed up pretty closely to what was needed for the entire cycle. I'm so ready to move to phase 2. Although, I'm a little worried about the hunger pangs for the next three days without the hCG. The left side ovarian pains I had yesterday are gone and turned out to be no where near what I experienced on day 20 of this program.
I will research the sugar content of fruits so I don't fall prey to that impending trap. I will also be cognizant of the protein fix (huge steak) in case my weight goes up by two lbs. As I head into these next phases, they are again, uncharted waters. If I continue with the determination and willpower that I've had in the past, I can hope to come out on the other side in pretty good shape. Speaking of shape, I think I need to tone up now. I will either get on a walking regimen or biking. The importance of this is apparent.
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