#50 pound weight loss plan

[rainyfestivalsweets]

So.... did the math. 50 pounds in 6 months is a healthy weight loss goal of 2 lbs a week.

That is fantastic! And so so so so so achievable!!

At the gym now, about to head in. Current intake for today is 160 c = 1 Premier Protein Shake. (I was going to do lunch at Panera, plenty of healthy options. But they were beyond packed and their drive thru was closed!)

I have food at home and went shopping this morning. Got lots of single serving snacks and some additional supplements. I didn't buy anything that I went overboard on in the past. I am trying hard not to demonize fruit (after keto, you know how it is).

I did get some no sugar pancake mix and baking mix. Plan to make myself a nice holiday treat. But they have to be baked so they can't really be used if I am in a disassociate binge state.

Woo! To the GYM!

[nostalgicamerica]

My Weight-Loss Journey

Over the last three decades, despite a relatively active lifestyle, my weight has steadily increased a pound or two per year. I could see it was becoming a problem every morning in my foggy bathroom mirror.

I finally realized that I had to do something about it last fall when I walked out onto my porch one morning. The neighbor's kitten came over to say good morning and got caught up in my gravitational field and went into orbit around my waistline.

It was then I started looking into different diets. Keto, Caveman, high fat, low carb, lima bean, Atkins. Holy crap! The number of different diet choices were staggering. Greater still were the numbers of dieticians and nutritionists shrieking that this diet is best and only a booger-eater would choose that diet.

After a bit of cogitation, I started researching the Carnivore diet.

It sounded right up my alley: eating nothing but meat, cheese, eggs, and dairy products, and drinking water. And I could eat bacon. Basically, I could eat anything that is animal-based.

The bacon thing sold it for me.

The week before Thanksgiving 2023 I started my new diet plan. You might think that dieting during the holidays wasn't a grand idea, and you'd be right. Eating nothing but meat while watching my family chowing down on traditional holiday meals (turkey and all the fixings for Thanksgiving, and ham and all the fixings for Christmas) and stuffing their faces with cookies and candy and pie and everything else associated with the holidays was as much fun as stuffing a cactus up my rectum.

But I stuck to it.

To this point in my life I had never been disciplined about anything related to food, but somewhere along the way I found the strength to keep anything not indicated by the diet out of my pie hole. (except coffee - I'll be cold, dead, and buried before I stop drinking coffee.)

And the weight came off. 3,4,5 pounds a week. It seemed to literally melting off me. My initial goal was 50 pounds by the end of February and then I'd transition to something more sustainable.

It wasn't easy, at times, especially during the first 2 or 3 weeks. I bought some bite-size sugar free candy to take the edge off for the times when I was jonesing for sugar. And I ate a ton of bacon.

By Christmas Eve I had lost 20.5 pounds. By January's close I had dropped 34 pounds. On January 8th, 2024 I got out of the shower and looked down and saw my penis without a mirror for the first time since about 2003. Also, I could see a six-pack peeking from behind what remains of my belly fat. As of this writing I'm down 39 Pounds. I have a few more days to go, but I don't think I will hit 50. But that's okay.

On March 1st I will start introducing fruits and veggies and whole grains to my diet. I intend to stay away from cane sugar and continue drinking only water.

There have been some negatives along the way. 1. I now abhor the sight of steak. 2. My dog won't stop licking my legs. 3. I have had to go out and buy essentially a new wardrobe.

What I've learned - coupled with portion control - is that 90% of weight loss happens in the kitchen, and the plain fact that bacon makes everything better.

Even though I didn't meet my first goal of 50, I intend to keep going until I've met my ultimate goal of 60. I know I can do it by the end of this year.

I don't know if this will work for everyone; I only relate what I did and what happened. Overall I feel great, I am sleeping great, and my spousal unit says I look better than I have since the beginning of the Clinton administration, although she wants to buy a new car so she may be playing me...

There is enough info about the carnivore diet on the interweb-thingee so I won't add anything else except to say if I can do it, anyone can.

[helixobesity]

🌀 Ring 🌀

• Guess I should put this old journal I got to good use this year! Maybe just day to day worries or fun stuff that happened!

Oh! Speaking of fun for a first entry, I got a letter in the mail and it was my great aunt! Said she was clearing out her attic and found this gorgeous ring, and she sent it over to me! It fits absolutely perfectly, I can’t wait to go out to dinner with it tonight!

• Why does everyone keep saying I look… bigger?

I mean, I’ve just been wearing this new ring, and it’s a little tight sure

And I feel fine

People keep saying I look… fuller?

Is that a compliment? It must be, right!

Right?

• Ok so it’s been a couple days and

I maybe sorta see what people mean…

It’s only been a week and I’ve put on like 10 pounds!

I have no clue how I’ve been eating like normal I swear!

Maybe I should go on that diet I keep talking about doing… it’s still the new year after all

• Wow ok uh, summertime really snuck up on me this year but uh… guess my partner, I mean, ex-partner, wasn’t too happy that I’ve gained, like, nearly 50 pounds this year. I uh, got so winded when we were.. trying stuff together, he said it was a “turn off”… but honestly it just made me more excited. I’ve been getting like that a lot recently, maybe with how my thighs are touching all the time, and the fact I’ve gone up 5 pant sizes has been driving me… what am I saying??

Anyway, His loss though! I’ve been doing everything right! I’ve been dieting, working out, taking the stairs at work, I just… I keep putting on more weight? God this is really hurting my head. When’s my takeout coming?

• Heyyyy diary! Back again, and uhh, I think I’ve gotten kinda.. fat. Oooh feels weird to admit that, everyone keeps saying I’m fat at work! Well, they did before they “fired” me after I ate out the refrigerator, again. And, like, I’ve definitely put on weight. A lot a lot of weight.. idk what’s bigger than 100? That much! But I promise I’m doing everything these stupid diet plans say to do, and my belly just keeps getting bigger and bigger and…

Wow I’m getting super hungry again...

• Diary! I always forget to write in this stupid thing, but my new partner found it while cleaning to go live at their place, and I’m so excited with all the holidays coming! I’m, like, way too big to live on my own now, moving is so hardddd, I’m a big pig! 550 pounds is.. big right? Or.. is it… god I’m starving again, hope my darling gets back soon from getting food. Hang on, did this ring always used to be so shiny… it’s pretty.. and really, like, pink!

• My partner feeds me lots!! I’m soooo happie! They say I’m their, like, good piggy! And it’s soooo hott! I wannas be fatter… way way fatter, I’m so hungry, partner is feeding me as I write this! They even got me a new ring to go with my old one!! And I… I… did I always used to think about food so much? I… wasn’t this fat a year ago. What happened? I… oh god did the ring… Make… me…

Hehe~

What’em I saying? I love food! I wanna be soooo so much fatter, it’s not enough. I gots to be fatter

I gotta eat

I need to be fatter…

So… much fatter…

🌀💿🌀💿🌀💿🌀💿🌀💿🌀💿🌀💿🌀

[lust-and-running]

The greatest: My Wake Up Call, Weight Loss/Gain Journey, Running Love Affair(s) & Comeback

Hello, Tumblr, I'm back! I’m excited (and a little nervous) to share my running and weight loss journey with you. You've known me by a few names over the years, but this blog is dedicated to documenting my path back to fitness and running. Whether you’re here for inspiration, motivation, or just a good story, I’m glad you’ve joined me.

The Beginning

My journey started at the end of 2018 as a friendly challenge between my brothers and me. We committed to exercising for 30 minutes, three times a week. At the time, I tipped the scales at 240+ lbs. and was ready for a change. What began with Jillian Michaels workouts soon transitioned into kettlebell routines and eventually into running. Little did I know, this was the start of something transformative.

The Transformation

By mid-2019, I had dropped 40 pounds and felt a newfound sense of energy and accomplishment. I no longer saw myself as a jogger but as a runner. Motivated by my progress, I signed up for a half marathon. Running became my passion, and Lana Del Rey’s music was the soundtrack to my weight loss journey... and even if I was 'Born to Die' it wasn't happening anytime soon. By the time the pandemic hit in 2020, I had lost 50 pounds and was ready to run my half. Despite the race being canceled, I ran it in my neighborhood, struggled in heat and humidity, but achieved what I would have considered unachievable in my youngest, fittest youth: 13.1 miles. And I'd dropped a total of 57 pounds.

The Pandemic and Challenges

The pandemic brought its own set of challenges. Injuries, getting Covid twice, and the stress of an uncertain world took their toll. I struggled to maintain my motivation and watched as the weight slowly crept back on. By 2021, I had deferred my race entry until the following year and faced the daunting task of training while recovering from a severe bout of covid at the start of 2022.

The Comeback

Despite these setbacks, I committed to my training plan and followed it to the letter. Trusting Strava and McMillan Running's pace calculator, I trained to run the half marathon at a 10 min/mi pace and was thrilled to surpass my goal, competing on another warm, humid morning, but instead of the struggles of the neighborhood run in '20, I eased through a Sunday run in the park. That race was two years ago today. But since then, I hardly run a mile. I’ve regained the weight and now find myself at 250+ pounds. But this blog marks a new beginning.

Looking Forward

I’m dedicating myself to becoming a runner again. This blog will be a space for me to share my journey, track my progress, and reflect on the ups and downs. I hope to inspire and connect with others who are on similar paths. When I hear Lana Del Rey’s songs from her essentials playlist circa '19-'22, I’m transported back to turning over mile after mile in the early morning hours, and I’m reminded of what I’m capable of achieving.

Conclusion

Thank you for joining me on this journey. I’m committed to regaining my fitness and reigniting my passion for running. I invite you to follow along, share your stories, and support each other as we work towards our goals. Here’s to new beginnings and miles yet to be run.

-j.

[growingstories]

Part 2: Jack, star of the field, the making of (NEW PICTURES)

Once a successful 40-year-old football coach, Johnson found himself divorced and seeking a new purpose in life. His passion for the game burned strong, but it was his desire to nurture and shape young talent that led him down an unexpected path.

One day, news broke about a promising young football player named Jack, who possessed immense potential but struggled with gaining weight and building strength. Johnson saw this as an opportunity to not only help Jack fulfill his dreams but also reign to his own coaching career.

Coach Johnson approached Jack's parents and proposed an unorthodox plan. He would take Jack into his own home, dedicating his time and effort to guide the young athlete towards success. Without persuasion, Jack's parents agreed, recognizing the dedication and expertise Coach Johnson carried.

The first few weeks were rigorous for both Johnson and Jack. They followed the same fitness routines, pushing their limits to improve strength and endurance. Coach Johnson was with Jack every step of the way, providing guidance and motivation. But lost track on his own fitness and food intake.

However, as time went by, Coach Johnson found himself overwhelmed with coaching responsibilities. Balancing his professional duties with personal goals became increasingly challenging. Recognizing the importance of Jack's development, Coach Johnson refused to back down and kept pushing Jack by leading by example.

Determined to help Jack reach his full potential, Coach Johnson immersed himself in research, seeking alternative methods to support Jack's weight gain. He discovered that nutrition played a vital role in building muscle. Thus, he decided to take matters into his own hands and adopt a new approach.

Coach Johnson started cooking larger and more nutritious meals both for himself and Jack. He dove headfirst into understanding meal plans, caloric intake, and macutronrient ratios. With every meal, he aimed to provide Jack with the right nutrients to support his growth and with Jack’s also his own…

The consequences of Coach Johnson's new focus on food started to manifest in his own body. As a 40-year-old, his metabolism had slowed, making it more difficult to shed extra pounds. With his attention primarily on Jack's progress, Coach Johnson gains were very noticeable, especially as he was used to parade his chiseled upperbody shirtless on the trainingfield. The gains were so fast that he was still blind for it himself. Eventhough he started to be out of breath fast which he blamed on the heath.

Over time, Jack football's career flourished, thanks to Coach Johnson's dedication and their shared efforts. From being a scrawny athlete struggling to gain weight, Jack transformed into a professional player determined to leave his mark on the sport.

But as Jack celebrated his accomplishments Coach, Johnson faced a different reality. He had gained 50 pounds during their journey, inadvertently sacrificing his own fitness and health for the sake of Jack's growth.

Jack, now aware of the toll it had taken on his mentor, expressed his gratitude and shared his intentions of taking care of Coach Johnson. Inspired by his own transformation, Jack took it upon himself to help Coach Johnson regain his health.

Together, they developed a new fitness routine for Coach Johnson, focusing on weight loss and overall well-being. Jack's understanding of fitness and nutrition, honed through his own journey, gave him the tools to support Coach Johnson's reclamation of himself.

Months passed, and with Jack's guidance and unwavering support, Coach Johnson gradually shed the weight excess he had gained. As he found himself reclaiming his physical and mental strength, Coach Johnson realized how intertwined their journeys had been. But no matter how hard he tried, he never lost the last few pounds…

[pudgecuddles]

i love ur rapid wg stories its so hard to find ppl who do those

is there a short rapid wg i might do for jm?

-🪭

Jimin sat alone in his room, half terrified and half giddy. Today was the day. The day that the good old family curse kicked in.

His twenty first birthday.

You see, the Park family generations ago, practically the start of the line were cursed by a scorned lover to gain an increasing amount of weight per generation. Meaning what was 2 pounds that first generation was 512 pounds his parent’s generation. And it was only the men.

This generation was worse though. You see, his dad and uncles, although huge, could still walk around, if barely. His older cousins though? They gained 1,024 pounds. All of his older male cousins were effectively immobile at this point and they just kept growing fatter.

Jimin should be scared. He should be shaking in fear and whimpering in sadness from the inevitable loss of his lean, athletic body. The one he worked so hard for…

Except, he didn’t care at all about all that crap.

He just wanted to be huge.

Jimin was a closeted feedee. Ever since he was little, stuffing pillows in his shirts and doodling fat boys, he’s wanted to be fat. Bigger than fat, bigger than obese. His ultimate dream in life was to blow up so huge he was near unrecognizable. To be immobile like his cousins.

Luckily, the family curse was waiting for him, unluckily, he had to wait until his twenty first birthday…

But! Time didn’t matter anymore, because today was the day. It was 11:58PM and in two minutes, Jimin would start expanding.

He had everything planned out. He saved up a ton of money to buy the house he was currently living in and will be, like his cousins, put on disability for the rest of his life. He’d been chatting online with a feeder online who went by the username GLOSS, and they have plans for GLOSS to move in and take care of Jimin full time.

But that was all for future Jimin to worry about. Right now, he wanted fo focus on himself. To relish in the explosion of fat that he was about to experience.

11:59 and 50 seconds his phone read.

He was seated on his mattress, pulled off of the frame since he would likely break it. This was were he will spend the rest of his life, growing and eating and probably having really hot sex with GLOSS.

11:59 and 58 seconds…

Jimin closed his eyes and held his breath. Here it came!

As the clock struck midnight, and Jimin officially turned twenty one, he felt a soft warmth grow from his middle, outwards. It slowly grew hotter and hotter as the sensation flooded his body, from limb to limb. Jimin broke out into a sweat, overheated body attempting to cool down.

“Nngh…” Jimin moaned as the heat found his dick. Shamelessly, because no one but him was here, Jimin grabbed himself and began slowly stroking.

Suddenly, he felt like he was taking too deep of a breath, like he breathed a bunch of air into his belly and wasn’t breathing out. Except, he was taking quick shallow breaths currently. Whatever was happening to him wasn’t of his own cause.

Opening his eyes, Jimin looked down at his middle section, anxious to see-

There! There it was! A small pooch of fat was slowly expanding on his once prominent abs. His skin, once tight against muscle was now soft to the touch and smooth. It was starting.

Managing to rip his hand away from his dick, Jimin felt up his softening body. He had grown quite plush and malleable. Squeezing and pinching at his now flabby arms and thickening thighs, Jimin almost forgot about his belly, only remembering once it plopped softly onto his widening lap.

Shit, it was touching his dick. Jimin moaned loudly as the soft underbelly encompassed his cock with it’s fat. It only grew wider and heavier as he expanded. His rear lifting him slightly off the mattress as he became unmistakably bottom heavy.

His rings grew tight as his fingers and toes filled up with fat. Hurriedly he took them off and tossed them onto the bedside table. He’ll consider widening them later in life. He felt his chin double and then triple. Oh god, it was speeding up.

His now double belly, rolls forming where a natural crease used to be, grew past his thighs and onto his knees, huge ass going from basket ball sized to yoga ball. His thighs spread out, pushing his legs apart from their sheer size.

Although he couldn’t see it happen, Jimin knew that his chins had fused into one large ring of fat around his neck. His sausage fingers pushed themselves apart and his ankles and knees developed rolls.

He couldn’t see past his gut, but he knew that his fat pad had by now fully engulfed his shrinking cock. He’s never be able to get off by himself again. For some reason he only grew harder from his newfound uselessness.

He’d need help for everything now, because honestly he wasn’t sure he could even get up by himself anymore. He tried lifting one heavy leg, but his ever growing belly pushed into it too heavily to lift. And even if he could stand, would these useless excuses for legs even let him walk? He’s practaiclly having to do the spilts right now with how large theyve grown.

Jimin started panting at the effort it took to remain sitting upright, his saggy boy breasts hung uncomfortably low on his chest and pulled his skin downwards. He needed to lay down.

Shifting his massive ass to allow himself to recline, Jimin carefully propped himself up on a pile of pillows he prepared for this occasion. Ahhh, that was better. His tits sloughed off to his sides, having fused with his back rolls. They drooped, sweat dripping from his shot glass nipples.

As if he body knew his growth was about to come to an end, his belly gave one final rumble and his body gushed with fresh fat to every part of himself. He just expanded from every angle.

God he was so fucking fat. Jimin tried his hardest to explore his body but his arms stuck out to the side too much to move very far. Shit. That might be an issue.

Luckily, Jimin very loosely tied his phone around his wrist like a Wii remote before midnight, so he still had access to his feedee account and messages with GLOSS. His front door was unlocked so all he had to do now was message the feeder.

Minnie Muffin: 12:15AM Heeeeeeey… I wanna see you, you up for a sleepover? ;)

GLOSS: 12:17AM Give me 15 mins.

End.

[running-swimming-living]

I have decided to make some changes around my blog!

First, my new username is losing-alittlextra changed from running-alittle-faster. It calls back to my old username if you were here long enough for alittlextra-guacamole. I am moving into a new era of my self-discovery. I’ve been exercising regularly for over a year and a half now. I am going to focus now on weight loss which I don’t really talk about a lot on this blog, but it is now my main focus. 

I plan on doing a weight update every Saturday to check in. I’ll be watching my exercise, food and rest. I have consistent exercise down. What I need to work on is rest and diet or the more passive things. I will still post throughout the week, but Saturdays will be my check in days. Here’s the first!

My therapist is big on rituals. So this change symbolizes the change I'm making in my lifestyle to finally commit and lose weight.

CW: 176.2

I went for a run today. The weather was perfect. 

I sometimes feel frustrated that I am not running fast enough, but then I refocus and remind myself that I am blessed to run with good health. My knees don’t hurt, my shins are fine, my lungs are great and my heart is pumping. 

My diet today has been on point. I had cereal and bacon for breakfast. Slept through lunch then had lasagna, and some fruit for dinner. I need to approach this with the right mindset. Of course I’m not going to eat healthy everyday. There will be days I have cravings or over eat. And I need to anticipate those days as much as my successful ones. I can be so excited to start a diet but the minute I diverge, I lose hope. So I need to allow for those mishaps before they happen and accept when they do because I am only human. 

My mom got McDonald’s for dinner for herself. She got 2 big macs in case I wanted one and I declined. Feeling pretty good about day 1 of weight loss. 

I have a 5k coming up in September that I am also looking forward to. My conversation pace has me at 3.5 miles in 50 minutes. I would like to bring that down. I remind myself I have about 50 extra pounds on me. And it would be like wearing a weighted vest. So I can’t be too hard on myself. Just remind myself that I’m healthy and able. 

My hope is to lose 1 pound a week. So next week I hope to see my weight at 175.2 or below. Here goes nothing!

[sinnyhealthblog]

How To Lose Weight Fast For Women – 10 Best Ways

If you are wondering how to lose weight fast at home, the thing is that it can get tricky — especially if you are a woman. Menopause, hormonal ups and downs, childbirth, surgery, medications, and body types can cause sluggish metabolism. If you are worried about how to lose weight fast in a healthy way, then fortunately, there are ways in which you can put your body into fat-burning mode by following certain ways. Continue reading the article below to know the 21 best tips for weight loss.

Eat Mindfully

1. Have You Tried Intermittent Fasting?

No? You must! Intermittent fasting or IF works wonders for women (and men).

According to a YouGov survey conducted among 1,241 adults in the United States, a majority of Americans have made changes to their diet for weight loss (56%) or to improve their physical health (54%). Among those who have attempted intermittent fasting for weight loss, nearly 87% claim it to be very effective (50%) or somewhat effective (37%) in helping them shed pounds. Additionally, individuals who have tried intermittent fasting perceive it to be more affordable (80%) rather than costly (18%).

Talk to your doctor before trying intermittent fasting if you have diabetes, hypoglycemiai  , high blood pressure, or any other medical condition.

Note: This diet must always be done under the supervision of your dietitian. If done incorrectly, you may not see the desired results even though it is accepted as the fastest way to lose weight for women by many. The actual plan would vary from person to person.

2. Proteins, Fats, And Dietary Fiber – The Best Combo

A suitable diet is a major factor in determining the effectiveness of your weight loss plans. What you eat reflects on your body and thus you must do your research and watch what you eat to achieve the best results. That said, it is important to know how different diet plans affect your body differently. The graph below illustrates how some basic diets affect your total body weight.

3. Drink Enough Water

If you are wondering how to achieve fast weight loss at home for females, this is a simple yet effective way. Hydrate yourself. The lack of sufficient water intake might be one of the reasons you are not losing the unwanted flab. Water helps to hydrate your body and flush out toxins. This, in turn, helps boost metabolism and promotes weight loss.

4. Practice Portion Control

Portion control is key to losing weight without depriving yourself of delicious foods. It essentially means limiting the amount of foods you consume. Controlling your portions can help you shed the pounds like magic.

You can also enjoy high-calorie foods in limited amounts. But you must maintain your total daily calorie intake. If you are supposed to consume 1500 calories per day to lose weight, make sure that you do not cross that limit.

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5. Get Low On Sugar And Salt

Both sugar and salt are killers in high amounts. And guess what? Most of us are guilty of consuming too much sugar and salt in our food.

Excess salt in food causes water retention in the body. If not kept in check, it might cause your blood pressure to shoot up. On the other hand, excess sugar increases sugar levels in your blood, causes insulin resistancei  , and gets stored as fat in your body.

Avoid adding too much salt and sugar in your food. Also, beware of hidden salt and sugar in potato wafers, fries, fried chicken, pickles, jerky, sausages, soda, cakes, pastries, ice cream, cheese, buttermilk, salted nuts, garlic salt, celery salt, barbeque sauce, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, sweet chili sauce, and chocolate.

6. Artificial Sweeteners? No Way!

If calorie counting was the only thing that mattered for weight loss, you wouldn’t gain weight drinking diet soda. There are numerous scientific studies that discourage you from consuming artificial sugar. Here’s why.

It might cause weight gain and brain tumor (8). There is no conclusive evidence that artificial sweetener has health benefits.

The report also says, “Pregnant and lactating women, children, diabetics, migraine, and epilepsy patients represent the susceptible population to the adverse effects of NNSi  -containing products and should use these products with utmost caution (9).”

We advise you to avoid consuming artificial sweeteners. Use honey, jaggery, and dark brown sugar instead.

7. Careful With The Sauces And Dressings

Sauces and dressings need special mention. Although the problem is the same – high salt, sugar, food additives, and food preservatives – they need special mention because we do not pay attention.

Salads, fries, roast chicken, nachos, and all things delicious are because of dressings and condiments. If you take a quick look at the food labels, you will be surprised to know the amount of salt and sugar they contain. Look for chemicals like monosodium glutamate, aspartame, sodium sulfite, high fructose corn syrup, sulfur dioxide, potassium bromate, butylated hydroxyanisolei  (BHA) and butylated hydroxytoluenei  (BHT).

8. Limit Alcohol Consumption

Don’t get me wrong. Once in a while, it is perfectly fine. Avoid consuming it every day and/or in excessive amounts. Alcohol gets converted into sugar in the body, which gets stored as fat if you do not burn it by working out.

Alcohol also causes dehydration, thereby slowing down your metabolism. Have a glass of wine if you really feel like it. Avoid frequent heavy drinking.

9. Detox Once Every Week

Detoxing is not an option anymore. The food habits, quality of food, weekend parties, and other lifestyle choices make detoxing once or twice a week essential.

Go on a juice diet for a day. Make sure you make the juices at home or get cold pressed juice. Do not remove the pulp if you want the dietary fiber. If you have IBS/IBD, strain out the pulp.

Note: Vegetable juices are a better option than fruit juices.

10. Hungry? Do The Broccoli Test

How often do you feel hungry? If it’s too often, it’s a problem. One simple way to tell whether you are really hungry or not is to do the “broccoli test”. All you have to do is imagine broccoli when you feel you are hungry.

If you do not feel hungry after imagining the broccoli, you are probably not hungry. But if you still feel hungry, you should have a portion controlled meal.

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[chibeast]

I have a case worker for my health stuff and she is clueless and not helpful, I do not like her at all. She forgets appointments and blames it on me, she can't access myChart despite having permission to, she just doesn't understand how to use it...I could go on.

Today she calls me to 'check in', and by that I mean she asks me "how's your weight loss journey going?" And "can you come up with one healthy meal idea and make it this week?" Like I'm fucking stupid

I DONT WANT TO LOSE WEIGHT! I HAVE NEVER MENTIONED THIS TO YOU, IT IS NOT PART OF MY HEALTHCARE PLAN! DO NOT CALL ME OUT OF NOWHERE TO CONDESCEND TO ME ABOUT "GOOD" AND "BAD" FOOD!

I have insanely bigger fish to fry right now. Mental health problems. The ongoing mystery stomach pain that m, oh by the way, has caused me to lose ~50 pounds against my will in the past year. Don't fucking call me!

I'm spitting fucking tacks right now

[thatplantguy]

Animal of the week:

The Giant Panda

The Giant Panda (Scientific name Ailuropoda melanoleuca) are a type of bear with white and black fur. They are normally found in the temperate forests of Southwest China. Their diet consists entirely of bamboo. These guys can grow to up to 4 feet in height and 220 to 330 pounds in weight. They are amazing at climbing trees but are well known for being incredibly clumsy. (Which can be seen in the multiple photos of them falling over or off of things)

Unfortunately, these cute little guys are listed as vulnerable, with only 1, 864 Giant Pandas remaining in the wild. They are largely threatened by habitat loss. Their primary habitat, found in China’s Yangtze Basin region, is becoming increasingly fragmented and infringed by human development and infrastructure such as the building of roads, dams, railways, etc. This loss of habitat is leading to Giant Panda's having more and more issues in finding mates and new bamboo to eat. Pandas are also at risk of being injured or killed by snares and traps set by hunters in order to catch things such as deer or other animals. The Chinese government is putting plans in place to help save these beautiful guys such as establishing around 50 Panda reserves to protect them and their habitats.

Time for some cool facts about these clumsy fellas:

Although it doesn't seem like it, the Giant Pandas coat is actually used to help them camouflage and blend in with their surroundings. They are perfectly suited for their habitat, with the white in their coats helping them blend into snow, while their black areas of fur help them hide in shade.

They have different eyes compared to other bears. Their eyes are actually similar to cats, with their pupils being vertical slits.

Pandas have an extended wrist bone that acts like a thumb to help them grip their food.

Despite bamboo making up 99% of their diet, Pandas do eat other types of food sometimes. Sometimes seen foraging for pumpkin, kidney beans or wheat. They also have the digestive system of a carnivore and so they sometimes eat things such as eggs, carrion and small animals.

Giant Pandas spend a vast majority of their day eating, spending upwards of 10-16 hours a day eating.

That's all for now. Sorry I didn't post anything last week, I was pretty preoccupied with school work and studying for finals. But I hope you enjoyed the info on Pandas. They're really cute and I love them. And I hope you have an amazing day :)

[thunderheadfred]

It’s my birthday so as a gift to myself I’m listing all my personal growth from the last few months

Lost 50+ pounds, well on my way to shedding 100+. Did this very simply with zero self-hatred or shame. Intermittent fasting and sugar elimination were pretty much the only requirements. Took time to adjust and a willingness to cook more, but that was the only struggle. In addition to the weight loss, my inflammatory and immune problems have been greatly improved. Chronic fatigue is still with me, but isn’t dictating every second of my day, and I hope CFS continues to diminish as I get healthier. Resources I used are now helping my dad reverse pre-diabetes, which is the cherry on top.

Went through perhaps the worst existential crisis of my entire life (and boy howdy, I’m well-rehearsed) and didn’t die. Didn’t die so hard I actually woke up from decades of numbness and changed my entire life almost overnight. This “instant” change was enabled by several years of work via intensive outpatient, group therapy, 1-on-1 therapy, medication, and deep interior work I’ve done on my neurochemistry and mental health. It feels like foundations were laid for me to finally take a huge forward step into hope and change. I finally let God back in, and have felt vulnerable, humbled, and vibrantly alive in a way I haven’t experienced since childhood.

Started re-exploring my own spiritual health, perhaps the most difficult and intense part of this transformation. Deeply personal, difficult to find words. No labels for it. See re-enrolling in college, below. Much to learn. Adjacent to this, have encouraged Catholic husband to join an inter-faith climate group, which he did. His parish church now looks likely to form their own climate support group in addition.

Re-enrolled in college for fall 2023. Built a 3-year interdisciplinary plan to graduate with a major in Dakota Language and American Indian studies, with minors in sustainable agriculture, art history, and art.

Became involved in local politics; I’ve personally met my senator and congressperson and thanked them for their work. They know me by name and I will continue to keep up with legislation on local and federal levels, vote in every election, and advocate for policies I believe in.

Started educating myself on the policies that have shaped our current situation. This is often overwhelming, and I remind myself constantly to do it in stages, to not burn myself out or get lost in anger and hopelessness. Nevertheless, it must be done. In particular, I’m finding Robert Reich’s free YouTube course invaluable for this, though it has made me cry several times. Labor movements are taking off across the country and this gives me immense hope that I’m far from the only one sharing in this experience. Millions of us are waking up to our own democratic power, and we can change things together, one step at a time.

Also started researching absolutely everything about reducing my personal carbon footprint, increasing self-sufficiency, and having at least some baseline readiness for disaster scenarios, a process that continues. Immediately stopped eating beef and pork (and most meat, actually), stopped purchasing things online and from big box stores (whenever feasible) and started walking to our local grocery co-op several times a week.

Encouraged husband to get involved in our HOA, a goal he’s had since we moved but was unable to make good on because of his work schedule (now blessedly changed) - we will soon be making a concentrated effort to meet all of our neighbors, initiate neighborhood gatherings, and encourage green initiatives in our immediate community.

Joined the local arm of 350.org. Have already done tabling and multiple advocacy campaigns. Husband is on the clean transportation team, focused on bringing electric school buses to schools. I’m on the food systems team, currently working on expanding our state’s farmer’s market SNAP program so more people have access to affordable local produce.

Expanded my patio garden to several raised planters full of herbs that I’ve been regularly using. A few things didn’t work out, but I’m learning what thrives in that location and have grown the most delicious tomatoes I’ve ever eaten, with basically zero effort. Working on a plan to build a small deer-proof Three Sisters food garden in our limited backyard space.

Started my basement cannabis grow tent, have two plants thriving and bringing me joy when I talk to them every day and tell them what lovely ladies they are.

Converted all our household power draw to sustainable wind (this took all of one phone call to our utility provider) and in a few days we will have meters installed on both our hot water tank and our air conditioner, so those are cycled during peak hours for even less energy consumption.

Started fishing together with one of my oldest childhood friends and my dad. Went from zero outdoors experience to learning how to hook minnows without flinching and hold a beautiful emerald-green bass in my hands. An amazing experience that will continue through the season.

[infamousbrad]

For over 50 roughly-weekly episodes now, the best freelance journalist on the subject of the "weight loss industry" has been partnered with the best freelance journalist on the subject of shitty scientific methodology and I wish you'd listened to all of their episodes before I recommend this one, because I'm going to have a hard time convincingly explaining just how horrifying it is that for the first time since 2007, the American Academy of Pediatrics has updated their guidelines for what doctors should tell parents who are concerned about their children's weight.

If you had listened to all 55 episodes (so far, including this one, not including Patreon bonus episodes) then the following facts would no longer be controversial for you, because wow does Aubrey Gordon bring the reporting and wow oh wow does Michael Hobbes bring the science, footnotes, methodology reviews, and all.

The evidence that there even is an "obesity epidemic" is startlingly thin, because it turns out that the datasets that we get our historical weight estimates from are tiny and weirdly selective.

It is probably not a coincidence that the moral panic about the so-called "obesity epidemic" began the same year that Weight Watchers was founded, also not coincidentally the same year that the FDA approved the first two "weight loss drugs," both of which were disasters. Nor that virtually all weight-loss "science" is funded by the for-profit weight-loss industry.

Every study purporting to explain why we are putting on weight (assuming we are) has failed replication. It is not simply "calories in, calories out." We are not eating that differently from people in the 1950s, decades before the obesity epidemic. We are not getting perceptibly less exercise.

There are many statistical studies (with astonishingly poorly chosen datasets) showing (surprisingly weak) correlations betwen obesity and ill health, but virtually none of them are designed to even try to determine the direction of causality. For example, it is at least as likely that diabetes causes weight gain as that weight gain causes diabetes.

None of the studies to date have even tried to tease out health effects "caused by weight gain" from "caused by fat shaming and weight discrimination," because we don't even know how to do that.

And most importantly, almost no weight loss studies show their three-year success rate data; when that data has been sought out, all but two have a failure rate in excess of 95%, and the average weight loss per attempt at the three-year mark is a gain of 10 pounds. The other two methods have a success rate of almost 1/3rd, and even for those 1/3rd, an appalling list of high-probability complications.

The one thing that has entirely reliably been proved to cause weight gain is attempting to lose weight.

The American Academy of Pediatricians is recommending that all children with a BMI of 27 or more be offered:

A very expensive six-month "whole health" intervention that has a 1 in 3 success rate, requires the whole family to attend every multi-hour weekly session, and is not covered by any known insurance. And the whole medical field has enough capacity to treat about 350 kids a year. If that is not available to the parents (and it won't be) ...

Children age 8 or above may be prescribed fenteramine, metformin, or semaglutide, all of which have about a 5% success rate, none of which have been adequately tested for long-term safety in children, all of which will have to be taken for a lifetime, all of which are known to cause major rebound weight gain if or when the patient goes off of the drug, and ...

Children age 12 or over may be referred for stomach-reduction surgery. Which does have about a 1 in 3 success rate, but with insanely high complication rate. Even patients who experience weight reduction through stomach reduction have about a 70% regret rate for two reasons: it creates a lifetime of serious health complications like inability to absorb vitamins from your food and extreme vulnerability to alcohol poisoning, and, worse, the weight loss is actually, on average, pretty minimal. It will turn your maybe-sick fat kid into an even sicker slightly-less-fat kid.

The AAP's own introduction to their guidelines admit that they are not seriously addressing the social determinants of health nor any other hypothesis for why your kid might be gaining weight. They also say quite bluntly that they are not even going to address the question of whether losing weight (in the unlikely event it works) will make your kid any healthier.

If these guidelines are followed, the results are going to be catastrophic.

[kamran9]

Conquering Your Weight Loss Journey: A Practical Guide for Americans Over 50

Do you feel like the odds are stacked against you in your weight loss journey? You're not alone. For many Americans over 50, losing weight and keeping it off can feel like an uphill battle. Between changing hormones, a slower metabolism, and busy life schedules, it's easy to feel discouraged.

But here's the good news: achieving a healthy weight and feeling great at any age is absolutely possible. This guide will empower you with practical, actionable strategies specifically tailored for Americans over 50 like yourself.

Understanding Your Changing Body:

As we age, our bodies naturally go through changes that can impact our weight management. Here are some key factors to consider:

Metabolism: As we age, our body composition changes, and our basal metabolic rate (BMR) – the number of calories we burn at rest – tends to decrease. This means we need to be mindful of our calorie intake to maintain a healthy weight.

Hormones: Menopause for women and changes in testosterone levels for men can lead to increased body fat, especially around the abdomen.

Embracing a Holistic Approach:

Crash diets and fad exercises might promise quick fixes, but they rarely lead to sustainable weight loss. Instead, a holistic approach that addresses both your physical health and mental well-being is key. This means focusing on healthy habits you can stick with for the long term.

Building a Sustainable Healthy Eating Plan:

Focus on whole, unprocessed foods: Prioritize fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean protein sources, and healthy fats. These foods are packed with nutrients your body needs to stay energized and function optimally.

Don't demonize any food group: Aim for moderation and balance. Occasional treats are fine, but ensure they're not your primary source of calories.

Read food labels carefully: Be mindful of portion sizes and hidden sugars and unhealthy fats.

Cook at home more often: This way, you have greater control over the ingredients and portion sizes.

Stay hydrated: Drinking plenty of water throughout the day can help you feel full and curb cravings.

Making Movement a Priority:

Regular physical activity is crucial for weight loss and overall health. Here are some tips:

Find activities you enjoy: From brisk walking and swimming to dancing and gardening, choose activities you actually look forward to doing.

Start gradually and increase intensity over time: Listen to your body and gradually increase the duration and intensity of your workouts as you get stronger.

Strength training is key: Incorporating strength training exercises helps build muscle mass, which can boost your metabolism and help you burn more calories even at rest.

Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity exercise per week: Even small changes in your activity level can make a significant difference.

Managing Stress and Sleep:

Chronic stress and sleep deprivation can negatively impact your weight loss efforts. Here's how to manage them:

Practice relaxation techniques: Deep breathing, meditation, yoga, and spending time in nature can all help reduce stress and improve sleep quality.

Prioritize good sleep hygiene: Establish a regular sleep schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine, and ensure your bedroom is dark, quiet, and cool.

Seek professional help if needed: If you're struggling with chronic stress or sleep issues, don't hesitate to talk to your doctor or a therapist.

Staying Motivated and Celebrating Milestones:

Set realistic goals: Aim for gradual, sustainable weight loss, like losing 1-2 pounds per week.

Track your progress: This can be through a food journal, fitness tracker, or simply keeping a note of your measurements. Seeing progress can be a powerful motivator.

Find a support system: Surround yourself with people who support your health goals and celebrate your successes.

Focus on non-scale victories: Celebrate improvements in your energy levels, strength, and mood, not just the numbers on the scale.

Reward yourself for reaching milestones: Treat yourself to something non-food related when you achieve your goals.

Remember, you are not alone in this journey. There are countless resources available to support you. Talk to your doctor, register for a nutrition class, or join a weight loss program designed specifically for mature adults.

Embrace a positive and empowering mindset. Focus on taking small steps towards a healthier you, and celebrate your achievements along the way. Remember, with dedication and the right tools, you can achieve a healthy weight and feel fantastic at any age.

[edgirlblog]

January 23rd 2024

Day 4

My biggest fear is that I won't look good, I know that sounds self centered or like it's all vanity but I care about what I look like, I have big Ribs I think, idrk it might just all be fat, what if I look my boobs? I'm barely a B cup but my mom who thinner than me, by like 50 pounds is an A cup and I plan to lose 80 pounds, what about my ass? That shits already flat asf it will basically dissappear. That really is my biggest fear cause yknow how everyone always gets complimented on weight loss? What if I'm the one person who doesn't

[getmymettle]

Unveiling the ABC Diet: A Starter's Guide

Winter has arrived, bringing with it the irresistible urge for crunchy snacks and a warm cup of tea. There's something magical about savoring hot milk tea and munching on fries during the chilly winter days. However, let's face it – giving in too much to these comfort foods may result in unwanted winter weight gain. Shedding those extra pounds in winter can feel like resisting the allure of a warm bed when the gym is calling.

Enter the ABC Diet Plan, our secret weapon to tackle the winter weight challenge. Forget about your typical ABCs; this is the Ana Boot Camp Diet, a renowned weight loss routine. It's all about smart calorie intake without playing starvation games. Let's delve into the details of the ABC Diet Plan and explore how it could be the key to achieving your elusive weight loss goals.

How the ABC Diet Plan Unfolds

Let's break down the ABC Diet Plan, a 50-day journey that takes a gradual and sensible approach to calorie management.

Phase 1 – First 10 Days

Kickstart with 500 calories for the initial two days, then mix it up with 300, 400, 100, and 200 calories from days three to six.

Add 100 calories each day from day seven until hitting the 500 mark.

Day 10 introduces a curveball – a no-food-or-drink day, a real game-changer.

Phase 2 – Day 11 to Day 20

Keep it interesting with 150, 200, 400, 350, 250, and 200 calories on different days.

Take a break from eating on the seventh day, resume with 200 calories on the eighth, 100 on the ninth, and back to fasting on the tenth.

Phase 3 – Day 21 to Day 30

Slowly dial down your calories by 50 each day until you hit 50 on day 30.

Start with 300 calories on day 21, crank it up to 800 on the ninth, and break the fast on day 30.

Phase 4 – Day 31 to Day 34

Begin with 250 calories and toss in an extra 100 over the next two days.

Spice things up with a fourth-day fast – a refreshing twist.

Phase 5 – Day 35 to Day 50

The grand finale begins with 500 calories on day one, followed by 250 from days two to six, and 200 on day seven.

Pump it up with an extra 200 calories on day eight, 250 on day nine, and 200 on day ten.

Mix it up with 300, 200, and finally 150 calories.

Seal the deal with a fasting period, completing your 50-day journey with the ABC Diet Plan.

Perks of the ABC Diet Plan

Experience quick weight loss as your body taps into stored fat for energy.

Cautions of the ABC Diet Plan

Keep an eye out for signs like extreme weakness, breathlessness, dry skin, and joint pain.

Serious risks include degenerative diseases, kidney failure, gastrointestinal issues, anorexia, cardiovascular problems, anemia, and electrolyte imbalance.

Is the ABC Diet Plan Your Safe Bet?

If you're in the clear health-wise, the ABC Diet should be fine for you.

Always play it safe and consult with a doc before diving into any diet plan.

If things feel off, trust your gut and quit.

Remember, a balanced diet and a bit of exercise are the keys to long-term weight management. Consult a pro before making major changes.

So, if winter weight has you down, consider a checkup, embrace those cozy vibes, and let the ABC Diet Plan be your partner in navigating the season without stressing too much about the scale!

[moonlight26posts-blog]

In Baltimore County, MD: Emaciated Pup Seeking Rescue

Baltimore County Animal Services is seeking rescue placement for Bronx, an estimated 3 year old, 50 pound emaciated pup that was turned into BCAS as a stray.

Upon his intake exam, Bronx was found to be severely underweight with a Purina Body Condition Score (BCS) of 2/9. Our vet team began treatment for intestinal parasites, started him on a veterinary formulated refeeding plan and are monitoring for weight gain. Bronx should be closely monitored until they reach an ideal body condition score of 4/9. Also, Bronx was found to have alopecia (hair loss) with scars on the top of his head, on his right shoulder, right side of his chest and right outer knee. Depending on the thickness of scar tissue present full hair growth in these areas may never occur.

Bronx did great for his behavior evaluation! He has shown some nervousness with new people, but warms up fairly quickly and he has shown great interest in every dog he meets.

Bronx is currently too underweight to be neutered, but is welcome to come back to the shelter to be neutered once he gains enough weight. Due to his medical needs, Bronx is currently only available for rescue placement. If you are interested in pulling Bronx, or have any questions, please let us know!

Thank you,

Megan Phillabaum

Rescue Coordinator

Baltimore County Animal Services

13800 Manor Road

Baldwin, MD 21013

410-887-7297

mphillabaum@baltimorecountymd.gov

To see other animals in need of rescue, visit here: https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/departments/animal-services/rescue-partners

Baltimorecountymd.gov/animalservices