Had a meltdown

[blueberrylady]

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Sunny, that's strange that you gained a little bit of weight when you're being so good on the diet and it can be discouraging but hang in there because it will change. I had that happen to me 2 weeks ago when I had the flu. The first day, I only ate 500 calories and just 800 the next day but I gained half a pound! I couldn't believe it!

About the Splenda, they say that the body can't tell the difference between sugar and sweetners and that's why they cause cravings. I try to keep from using too many too but I think I usually use 4 or 5 a day. They don't seem to bother me though.

QS, I'm glad you're here too! Have you tried drinking decafe coffee? That's what I do. Actually, and I don't know what people will say about this but I posted it on the board when I first joined and no one objected, but I drink a cup of International Coffee's sugar free, naturally decaffienated French Vanilla Cafe every morning and it doesn't affect me at all. I drank it the whole time I was losing my weight except on the hottest days of summer. It's warm and creamy and I love it!

Sunny, you mentioned that Desertthorn was thinking of a forum for us and needed a name and I was thinking of something about self-sabotage because I think that's what my problem is when I start getting close to losing 40 lbs. What do you think would be a good name?

[Mom2Boxer]

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Thank you Blueberrylady for the welcome! I am so glad you are doing so well on your WOE!

I did Protein Power 8 years ago and lost some weight and many, many inches. Now that I am menopausal and a new diabetic, (plus have severe edema) I am discovering the weight is just going to take some time coming off of me this time.

It gets me really frustrated at times. The scales are my biggest enemy. I really should put them in the closet, but, like you, Blue, I have this perverse desire to go and weigh myself every morning.... ha ha ha!

I have been pretty good about not eating sugar and all the other little "white" no no's.

I have just decided last week to up my carbs since talking to my dietitian and to add some other things to my WOE, hoping that would surprise my metabolism....lol! I added berries a couple times of week and just recently discovered the Dreamfields pasta from Netrition.com. OMG it's wonderful! Made mac n cheese with it and it was mm mmm good!

I lost the weight I put on when I quit smoking and I have 50 more pounds to go and I am living the low carb way....I just don't want to let go yet of the caffeine in the morning. LMAO!

I am trying. I did buy some Dunkin Decaf and that is great tasting decaf coffee. My thoughts were to mix it in with my regular. I did that the first morning and walked around like a zombie all day. LMAO! I know, I know...excuses, excuses!

I am trying... I do not exercise. There! My problem... see, I know what it is! Ha Ha! Oh and getting down 64 ozs. of fluid when I have a fluid retention problem is hard to do. It's like trying to stuff more water into a bucket that is already brimming over the sides.

I am drinking more now than I ever did though. I also, bought an Elliptical Trainer to get me exercising, too! It is laying in the floor in a zillion pieces...hubby will get it put together Sunday, I hope!

I haven't quit trying! I am still determined! Just hang in there with me and I will be here to support you guys too. We are all in this together.

I am so proud of everyone in this group! (((((BIG HUGS))))))

[Sunny_0ne]

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Blueberrylady, the only reason I can come up with for sticking at this weight for so long is that several years ago I bounced between 155 and 158 for a long time. So maybe my body is remembering the old set point and trying to hang onto it.

I do know that it will pass. And all the support I've gotten here has given me the motivation to keep going until I get past this!

It sounds like you are using a sensible amount of Splenda. I imagine I will be able to do that, too, without problems, but am sticking to 3 until I get used to things not tasting so sweet.

Desertthorn is thinking of several names.... all good. Since she is a moderator, I'm leaving that decision in her hands. I wouldn't be surprised to see her come up with something humorous though!

QS, I also SHOULD leave the scales in the closet. I actually joined the Scale Free challenge and left them alone for several days. But it almost killed me. So now I weigh and stress over the results, but I seem to be getting better about taking it in stride.

I HATE exercise. Phys Ed was my most dreaded subject in Jr. High and High School. The only thing I enjoy doing are walking and swimming... and there's nowhere to swim around here and the weather has been too cold to walk.

So I've been riding the stationery bike. I can't say I enjoy it, but I have a little desk set up at my bike with the TV remote and crossword puzzles, so it's not so bad. I am always glad when it is over though!

Today was the first day that I felt an urge like I WANTED to get on the bike, so maybe I am finally making it an integral part of my day.

I am just thrilled with our budding mini-group! So glad both of you are here!!!

[Sherri]

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Yes to everything except the hair loss. EXTREMELY dry skin. Temp used to be 97.6 or 97.8... can't remember. It was 97.4 one morning recently when I took my temperature.

I battled depression for decades, but it seemed to clear up when I hit my 50's. One of the most awesome gifts of getting older.... I changed to Sunny then!

And I FREEZE anytime it's cool or cold. Especially my neck. I always wear scarves or turtlenecks in cold weather.

Good evening Sunny
It is clear to me that it is a highly possibility that you have a low thyroid due to your body temp alone. I wish you would go get it checked out hon. I was reading this post from you in another thread,#2
Why are you ignoring the advice of getting your thyroid checked? If it's your thyroid, (which I believe it is)there is treatment to get those levels up. Making an easier weightloss a reality. Rather than considering a fat fast. I just don't get it.
Aww well, I tried.
I wish you much success in your Atkins Journey hon.
Wishing you the best of health and lite.
Sincerely, Sherri

[Sunny_0ne]

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Sherri, I know I need to have my thyroid checked. I know it is a problem.

I just really have a hangup about taking meds if I don't absolutely have to have them. I want so desperately to make this work without them.

However, if I haven't broken this stall with a significant weight loss by the end of March, I will budget in a doctor visit and tests and just do it.

I think it's a case of denial... and having read so many posts about people going to the doctor with thyroid complaints and having them brushed off, I'm a bit intimidated about it, too.

I didn't disregard your advice. I took it very seriously. I am just TRYING to make it work... and hoping a miracle happens and my metabolism kicks into high gear... and I live happily ever after.

[Mickkey]

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Sunny, I can sympathize with you, I hate doctors, and I hate taking pills for any reason.

I've had very slow weight loss, but loss all the same. My metabolism is so slow, and I've found much to my disgust, that I have to exercise hard for it to kick into gear.

Hope you don't mind another suggestion. Have you tried increasing your exercise on your stationery bike? Try doing just a bit longer each day, or every other day, for just one week, and see if it helps. I have to force myself to exercise, but I always feel better after, and it does wonders to kick in a sluggish metabolism.

Best of luck.

[Sunny_0ne]

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Mikki, thanks so much for posting!!!

I know that exercise can increase your metabolism, and I am seriously working on it. I was so out of shape for so many years that when I first started riding the bike, the best I could do was a little over two miles.

Then I started doing the two miles twice a day, then worked up to 6, 7, and now 8 miles a day at one time. Plus I have increased the tension on my bike one notch so I have to work a little harder so I will build muscle.

I've also added a very light upper body workout. At first, I could only do 10 reps. Now I am up to 70. I'm resting a couple of days because I am sore, but my intention is to keep on adding reps until I feel like I'm in good shape. I will also add a little weight as I go along.

I am not discounting the idea of meds. It's definitely an option.

But if I can gain muscle and exercise in the morning and evening, it's got to to have some beneficial effect on my metabolism. I am thinking maybe riding my bike in the morning, then walking later in the day would be a nice combination.

And I am also praying about it.

So we will see how it goes!

It also occurred to me that I probably have put on a little muscle weight, too.

My calves are 3/4" bigger than they were due to riding the bike.

[blueberrylady]

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Sherri, There are other reasons besides thyroid problems that cause a low body temp. I went to the dr. 2 weeks ago with a fever and my temp was 97.8. But that's because I have a genetic blood disorder called Thalassemia. Most people's bodies regulate their temp but mine doesn't so I constantly put sweaters on and take them off because I have to regulate it manually. Even in the summer! I just thought you might be interested in that.

I hate to exercise too but I like my elliptical better than any other machine I've used. But to get in the mood I have to put on a ragtime CD because there is just something about that music that makes me want to get up and dance!

I did really well on my diet yesterday but this morning I'm up half a pound. Go figure.

And now for a bit of news. I was very surprised last night to get a PM from Jimmie asking me if I would like to be a Spotlight Hostess along with Chicklady! And of course, I said, 'Yes". She will be talking to Tom over the weekend to have him put the new title under my username when he can get around to it! I am really tickled about it!

How did everyone else's day go so far?

[Sunny_0ne]

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And now for a bit of news. I was very surprised last night to get a PM from Jimmie asking me if I would like to be a Spotlight Hostess along with Chicklady! And of course, I said, 'Yes". She will be talking to Tom over the weekend to have him put the new title under my username when he can get around to it! I am really tickled about it!

What an honor! I'm thrilled for you, blueberrylady!!!!!!!

So far my day is GREAT. I feel so much happier and perkier today!

[blueberrylady]

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Sunny, I'm so glad to hear you are 'happy and perky' today!

Have you looked up thyroid problems on the web, maybe WebMD would have a lot about it. I find that sometimes I think someone might have something or other but when I look it up, there is a symptom that doesn't fit at all. I would check it out before I went to a Dr. because, as you said, sometimes they just brush you off and it would be a waste of time and money.

How's everyone else doing today?

[Sunny_0ne]

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Blueberry, I've read everything I can from reliable sources on thyroid function, including what Dr. Atkins wrote.

It definitely fits. The only thing I am not sure of is to what degree it's affecting me.

Like I said, I will go have an endocrinologist (sp?) check me out if my efforts this month don't pan out. But I'm giving it everything I've got on my own first!

[Desertthorn]

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Good afternoon, thought I was awol huh, well I kinna was but have been working with Tom to get that Stallbusters going and as soon as we get 5 folks, we should be "showing" and then I think anyone can join us. Two folks I invited are off line right now but should show up at any time. If anyone else would like to join our elite group of non-losers, pm me so I can send you an invitation. Sunny, Blue, and Queen, you should have gotten yours.
Lynne

[Sunny_0ne]

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Got it and posted.

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Sunny_0ne]

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Queen Sultana and I are posting away in our new Stallbusters United forum!

Sure do wish others would join us.

To find the forum, go to your user control panel and click on Social Groups in the menu on the left.

If we get enough people posting there, we will start showing up on the main board!

[Sunny_0ne]

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Hey, everyone,

If you haven't found the new forum yet, it's on the main page now!

Go down to User Created Forums... and we're at the end of the list...

Stallbusters United!

Thanks Desertthorn and Tom!!!!!!!!!!