So I discovered last night that my appetite is coming back and I'm able to eat things I haven't been able to eat in a long time. We had people over last night and it was our turn to provide desserts. We bought cheesecake and apple pie. When we were cleaning up after everyone had left, I took a bite of the cheesecake and it tasted SOOOO good. I could have kept going and ate a whole piece (although I probably would have gone into a sugar coma!) And I sat there and realized that my palate is changing and I'm able to go back to normal foods and that I'm actually craving some foods again. I knew the "I HATE EATING" phase wasn't going to be permanent, but I was hoping it would last for a year. I'm SO SCARED of falling back into old habits. I know I won't be able to eat as much as I used to, but I don't even want to WANT to eat WHAT I used to. I have made it too far to stop losing weight or put any back on. So I really need your help. There are SO MANY of you out there who are such a huge encouragement to me. If you wouldn't mind leaving a message for me, some advice, some wise words, SOMETHING to help me not fall into old habits, I would really appreciate it. This is where the true battle starts!
Yesterday I made some of my famous chocolate/peanut butter treats. I love these. If I'm craving chocolate or something sweet, these are a good alternative to having chocolate bars.
This is 6 sugar-free chocolate puddings, 5 tsps of peanut butter, mixed together and then placed in mini-muffin pan. Then I freeze them. They freeze really well and are hard to eat, which makes it take longer to eat and fills you up faster. Very yummy and a great substitute for Reese Peanut Butter Bites or Cups.
I've also started having different protein shakes. I was having chocolate and peanut butter (can you tell I like that combination!) This week I decided to have Protein powder, 1/3 cup of greek yogurt, tsp of sugar-free strawberry jam, half cup of skim milk and 4 ice cubes, all blended together.
It's extremely filling and nice and healthy! Helps me take on my day with lots of energy!
This week was a successful weightloss week. I'm quite pleased with my loss. I lost 5 pounds for a total of 78 pounds lost. It's been a good week in regards to eating. I probably still need to eat a bit more and more variety, but I'm getting there! I managed to do a lot of yard work this week and did it with ease and a great attitude! I am also experiencing a (good) problem in that I don't have much clothes to wear. I realized I had NO pants to wear. So I took a trip to Value Village to buy some pants. I had to get my mother-in-law to alter them because they were too big in the legs (I don't know they think big people always have big limbs). I bought them on Wednesday and they are already feeling lose on me. I should have bought a size smaller, but at least I only paid $5 for them, and they are great quality! My clothes being too big is a good problem to have, but I'm realizing more and more that this surgery is a very expensive venture, with all the suppliments, protein powders, clothes, etc that we need to purchase. We were warned about it, but you never really know until you experience it. Anyway, being active and baggy clothes - these are the goals that the scales can't measure!
Total Loss: 78lbs
78! Good for you
ReplyDeleteKeep up the good work Dayna ... we will continue to pray and support you!
ReplyDeleteHey keep it up! Don't forget to keep heathy nibbling snacks ready to go in the refrigerator , carrot sticks celery,
ReplyDeleteMy problem has a different background then yours but since being pregnant with #2 my hormones have been out of whack and as a result, I am having different reactions to food. I get rashes on my face and internal stuff after eating ANYTHING dairy and have recently been reacting to eggs as well. All kinds of things have dairy in it...not just the regular milk, cheese, yogurt but even things like breads and flavoured chips etc. There are so many things I love that I can't eat anymore and sadly because it affects my outward appearance it makes me stay away from those foods. My advice is to maybe keep a picture of yourself before you lost weight and every time you get a craving remind yourself that you've worked extremely hard to keep yourself healthy and it just isn't worth it to give in. I'm guessing you are a strong willed person, that means you can easily put your mind to something and push through it. The biggest and most important strength we have comes from God, pray your little heart out every time you feel like you might slip up. Anyways, hopefully something I've said helps encourage you :)
ReplyDelete~Krysta
I can't believe you are at 78 lbs already. That was QUICK! Wow! Job well done. If you are not already on Pinterest, you might want to sign up for it (I can send you an invitation). It's a great way to find healthy snacks and recipes and organize them on your own "boards". I just made some healthy protein muffins made from protein powder. I make my lunch-shakes with vanilla powder now because you can mix it with just about anything and it will taste ok (spinach, mint leaves, pineapple, bananas...etc). You are doing well just keep thinking "LAKE, STAMPEDE, WATER FEATURE." Look-out Calgary....there's a brand new Dayna coming next summer!
ReplyDeleteIt has been my entire life and will continue to be - to find balance. I have learned to not eat what I can't stop eating. I have learned that food is essential for survival but is not my God. God has given it for me to enjoy but not to worship. Rewards should not be food based... one up grew up with but rather knowing that I have done well has to be good enough. You can do this. You know more about you needs and your wants - knowing is half the battle. You also know that when you start something it may not be worth the consequences to even taste test. Go in faith Dayna. You are a super star! Be His presence in all you do. Karen
ReplyDeleteHey Dayna, you're doing great! Just remember it was a BAD habit and now you need to believe you have the ability to make better choices. You're going to rock this! All the best to you on your journey
ReplyDeleteI am so proud of you. Keep up the great work. Just think about all the energy you have now compared to a few months ago. Do you really want to go back to that? I don't think you do. You are getting it altogether now and it's not only you that you are making healthier, but your family too. So it's a win win situation! I love you and I'm in this battle with you. Let's see who wins! lol! I think you have me beat already!
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Congratulations dear cousin! You have done so well and I know you will be able to handle any challenge that comes your way as you continue this journey. I think of you often and I'm sending lots of positive thoughts and prayers your way :)
ReplyDeleteHeather B
You've proven success in your life in so many areas ... This is another one! Believe it and it will continue to happen for you! Keep going Dane ... We're proud of you! Marley
ReplyDeleteHey Dayna,
ReplyDeleteAs someone who LOVES all things food, (especially the bad stuff!) and a lifetime Weight Watchers member, I have learned a few things that work for me when it comes to the food battle. For instance - something I say to myself a lot when I'm tempted to overeat or eat really bad foods is, "Nothing tastes as good as ______________ feels." I fill in the blank with different words like confidence, healthy, success...it is kind of my inner mantra! Congratulations on your success...hope this tip helps!