Today is Friday and I've been having a difficult week...and overall a difficul time losing weight. First of all, I ate half of a Carrot Cake....but was on plan prior to that eating Whitecastle Pie...but that seemed to be a lot of calories...and cheese!

When I was on Atkins I stuck to it but I was tired all of the time and I was eating a lot of fat, but especially a lost of cheese.... I've been reading a lot of diets on this forum trying to figure out just what is right for me... I like CAD and lost initially 5 pounds, but nothing after that. Then I started cycling and kept gaining and losing the same 5 pounds... Then went to South Beach and lost that 5 pounds in a two week period and nothing since....that was around August 9th...

Based on what I know for sure, I know that when I switch diets I lose weight initially that week but afterwards nothing. So that is telling me that I need to switch things up to continue losing, however, that could simply mean adding in some good carbs and not switching plans...

Plans that I am considering are Eat Fat Get Thin, Barry Groves, and Suzanne Sommers, Sommercize Program....

Today Fawn suggested that following these guidelines would result in a good weight loss program....

[COLOR=red]A solid weight loss plan that most will not have any problems losing on would include:[/COLOR]
[COLOR=red]animal proteins including eggs and fish[/COLOR]
[COLOR=red]coconut oil[/COLOR]
[COLOR=red]olive oil[/COLOR]
[COLOR=red]butter[/COLOR]
[COLOR=red]vegetables all other than root veggies and corn[/COLOR]
[COLOR=red]avocado[/COLOR]

[COLOR=red]Now that's pretty boring but it's a guaranteed weight loss plan.[/COLOR]

Coconut Milk Coffee Drink... Posted 09-28-2008 at 01:37 PM by skeeweeaka Updated 10-02-2008 at 06:08 AM by skeeweeaka Prozak posted this recipe... Will have to give it a try... This would definitely diminish my reliance on heavy cream.... in a blender I put: 1 egg (organic) 1/4 cup of coconut milk (full fat) while that is slowly blending (too fast makes it tooo foamy for me) I pour in my melted [COLOR=#016798]Virgin [/COLOR][COLOR=#016798]Coconut Oil[/COLOR] Then I slowly stir it into my hot coffee and enjoy! I am now up to TWO EGGS and 3tbs of VCO, and it is like having breakfast!!! (mind you my coffee mugs are XXL) ... Continue reading... skeeweeaka Senior LCF Member

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Pizza Crust, Thin & Crispy.... Posted 09-27-2008 at 09:24 PM by skeeweeaka Thin and Crispy Pizza Crust Heat oven to 450 degrees In a bowl thoroughly combine 3 eggs 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp basil press evenly into Pam sprayed pizza pan or cookie sheet (this makes one 16 inch pizza crust) Bake at 450 degrees until golden brown (about 10 to 15 minutes) Here is what your crust looks like after baking It will completely lift off your cookie sheet. I patted the grease off of it, but that... Continue reading... skeeweeaka Senior LCF Member

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Lasagna...by Linda Sue... Posted 09-27-2008 at 07:54 PM by skeeweeaka Quote: Originally Posted by LindaSue LASAGNA 1 pound ground beef 1 clove garlic, minced 2 cups spaghetti sauce * 1 cup ricotta cheese 1 egg Salt and pepper, to taste 1/2 pound deli roast turkey, thinly sliced ** 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded 1/4 cup parmesan cheese Brown the ground beef along with the garlic; season with salt and pepper. Drain the fat and stir in 1 cup of the spaghetti sauce. In a small bowl, blend the ricotta cheese and the egg; season with a little salt ... Continue reading... skeeweeaka Senior LCF Member

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Salmon Patties... Posted 09-27-2008 at 07:45 PM by skeeweeaka Salmon Patties 1 (14.75) oz can salmon 1/2 cup pork rinds (finely ground) (optional) 1/2 cup minced onion 2 teaspoons lemon juice 2 teaspoons parsley flakes 1 minced garlic clove 2 large beaten eggs 4 tablespoons mayo (optional—but it adds a lot to the dish) Mix all and then refrigerate for 1/2 hour...(optional, but they handle easier) Make into 8 patties and cook until browned on both sides turning once. Can't wait to try this recipe, although I might try it without the pork rinds and with flax instead...... Continue reading... skeeweeaka Senior LCF Member

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Getting Rid of Fruit Flies... Posted 09-17-2008 at 05:42 PM by skeeweeaka Updated 09-19-2008 at 12:15 PM by skeeweeaka Get Rid of Fruit Flies A Homemade Fruit Fly Trap By Erin Huffstetler, About.com Battling a swarm of fruit flies in your kitchen or bathroom? Get rid of them quickly with this simple, homemade trap: What You Need: Apple cider vinegar Dish soap A jar or small bowl Plastic wrap What You Do: 1. Pour a cup of apple cider vinegar into a jar or small bowl. 2. Add a couple drops of dish soap to the jar. 3. Cover the container with plastic wrap, and poke a few small holes in the wrap. 4. Place in the area... Continue reading... skeeweeaka Senior LCF Member

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