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minimonkey · 07-27-2012, 06:35 PM

Well, I must say that my body is full of surprises right now. I was SO convinced that I have better endurance on low carb, but today makes me question that quite a lot! I wasn't much hungry until late in the afternoon, and I ate a little less than half my daily (1000) calories right before working out (about 420 calories total)-- the meal was balanced-- berries, a little greek yogurt (yes, I am braving it again, though I will have to be diligent about not overeating it), a scoop of egg protein powder.....

Then, I did a lifting workout. Well, guess what? My workout was great! I totally expected to tank halfway through, and it didn't happen at all.... in fact, about an hour later, I am still not hungry -- and I am usually pretty darn hungry post-workout.

I don't know what to make of this, quite, except that I am going to do this for a while. It seems my body doesn't want to go ketogenic right now, and I just have to honor that.

I'll probably eat a little more later, assuming I do get hungry -- but this is really encouraging. I actually had better endurance in the gym than I have in a while! I hope that keeps up

minimonkey · 07-27-2012, 06:45 PM

Whoohoo Suzi! Yes, I do think there is such a thing as a bad bottle -- we've all had experiences like that, I think, if we've done multiple rounds. It is easy to deactivate the hhcg, too -- so that could have happened.

Obviously, I did start up again today, and am really hoping to see some results very soon. I'm feeling really good today, so that is promising, but we will see how it goes for the longer haul.

I'm dearly hoping the inflammation isn't from an impending Lyme relapse -- I've had horrrid inflammation and water weight gain with Lyme flares in the past, so that is scary.... I'm holding off on the Lyme herbs for a bit, though, since the treatment can stir things up and make one feel worse -- I'm hoping maybe I don't need it. The herbal treatment is actually very strong, and the die off can be awful. If it looks like I am relapsing, though, I don't have much choice but to opt for treatment.

ReBecca Tu · 07-27-2012, 11:16 PM

Good afternoon. Not sure where everyone lives but here in Australia it is around 4pm on Saturday afternoon. Diet is going well. I am down 9 pounds in the last 5 days. Haven't done too bad with my cravings while on my menstrual cycle. I've stayed between 500-800 calories per day, along with very low carbs and fat. No exercise as of yet, though I do want to start that in the next week or so. I am also looking to order some hhcg drops this week. I think I might be able to squeeze that into my budget. I really hope so, because from looking at everyone's results/progress it seems like it works really well. Congratulations to everyone who is doing so well. I dont post alot but I do read and you guys are my inspiration. I'm so tired of hearing people say, "you have such a pretty face" or " you're so pretty for a fuller figured woman" ... I want my body to match the rest and it has been several years since I have been "smaller". I am turning 40 the middle of August and feel like this is my last chance to get it right and have a body that I can be proud of. lol...maybe its a midlife crisis.

Start date 7/23- 242.5
Today 7/28- 233
(Australia is approximately 16 hours ahead of the States)

minimonkey · 07-27-2012, 11:23 PM

ReBecca -- glad the diet is going well for you so far. I agree with everyone else that if you plan to do such low calories, having the hhcg is pretty important -- assuming it does what it claims to do, it is protective against metabolic slowing, and helps liberate body fat.

I do know that I seem to lose better with it than without it, on the same amount of calories -- though beyond that, I really can't say.

minimonkey · 07-27-2012, 11:25 PM

I had a great day in terms of energy and stamina, and hunger remained very low. I did finally end up eating a late night snack (some broccoli slaw with a few pine nuts, some berries) and I feel totally satisfied.

Oh, if only the whole round could go this easily AND yield big losses, I'd be one very, very happy girl!

EmBee · 07-28-2012, 05:29 AM

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Originally Posted by DebbyL

You're doing so awesome! Looking great!

Thank you!!!! I am getting excited

Quote:

Originally Posted by ReBecca Tu

Good afternoon. Not sure where everyone lives but here in Australia it is around 4pm on Saturday afternoon. Diet is going well. I am down 9 pounds in the last 5 days. Haven't done too bad with my cravings while on my menstrual cycle. I've stayed between 500-800 calories per day, along with very low carbs and fat. No exercise as of yet, though I do want to start that in the next week or so. I am also looking to order some hhcg drops this week. I think I might be able to squeeze that into my budget. I really hope so, because from looking at everyone's results/progress it seems like it works really well. Congratulations to everyone who is doing so well. I dont post alot but I do read and you guys are my inspiration. I'm so tired of hearing people say, "you have such a pretty face" or " you're so pretty for a fuller figured woman" ... I want my body to match the rest and it has been several years since I have been "smaller". I am turning 40 the middle of August and feel like this is my last chance to get it right and have a body that I can be proud of. lol...maybe its a midlife crisis.

Start date 7/23- 242.5
Today 7/28- 233
(Australia is approximately 16 hours ahead of the States)

Soon they will be saying pretty face and HOT body...hahahah. You are right about where I started on the hHCG plan...check out my stats. I just hit a new low 228. I tend to agree with Mini on this one. The last thing you will want to do is step into starvation mode...that can wreck havoc on a body for sure.. I live in the US ..North Carolina to be exact. Let me tell you I just passed 40 about 2 months ago, its no sweat

. Another thing that helped me, but I don't know the feasibility where you are was having a Natural Doctor or Integrative doctor do a physical and check my hormone levels.... It made a world of difference! (just my two cents) YOU CAN AND WILL REACH YOUR GOALS never give up

Quote:

Originally Posted by minimonkey

I had a great day in terms of energy and stamina, and hunger remained very low. I did finally end up eating a late night snack (some broccoli slaw with a few pine nuts, some berries) and I feel totally satisfied.

Oh, if only the whole round could go this easily AND yield big losses, I'd be one very, very happy girl!

Hey Mini, did you skip over the loading?? I am keeping all my limbs crossed for you

(I feel like a pretzel) Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way

EmBee · 07-28-2012, 05:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by minimonkey

Whoohoo Suzi! Yes, I do think there is such a thing as a bad bottle -- we've all had experiences like that, I think, if we've done multiple rounds. It is easy to deactivate the hhcg, too -- so that could have happened.

Obviously, I did start up again today, and am really hoping to see some results very soon. I'm feeling really good today, so that is promising, but we will see how it goes for the longer haul.

I'm dearly hoping the inflammation isn't from an impending Lyme relapse -- I've had horrrid inflammation and water weight gain with Lyme flares in the past, so that is scary.... I'm holding off on the Lyme herbs for a bit, though, since the treatment can stir things up and make one feel worse -- I'm hoping maybe I don't need it. The herbal treatment is actually very strong, and the die off can be awful. If it looks like I am relapsing, though, I don't have much choice but to opt for treatment.

How would it become deactivated???

paulabob · 07-28-2012, 07:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ReBecca Tu

I want my body to match the rest and it has been several years since I have been "smaller". I am turning 40 the middle of August and feel like this is my last chance to get it right and have a body that I can be proud of. lol...maybe its a midlife crisis.

You certainly deserve it...we all want out outsides to match how we feel on the inside, right? Stunning progress so far!

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Originally Posted by EmBee

How would it become deactivated???

Apparently touching the dropper to your tongue can sometimes do it.

And other voodoo and black magic. But sometimes a new bottle works much better than an old one.

I like the pellets, they always seem to stay "fresh".

Down .8 of a pound this week to a new low 126.6. Or rather the low I reached last November. Anyways steady but sure progress, I'm okay with that! Lost a bit of waist/belly fat this week too.

bkm · 07-28-2012, 07:33 AM

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Originally Posted by paulabob

Apparently touching the dropper to your tongue can sometimes do it.

I always measure the drops onto a spoon, then slip the drops under my tongue - no chance of the dropper getting saliva on it - also, it's easier to see how many drops you have (sometimes 2 drops come out with one squeeze, etc.).

I like the pellets when I'm away from the house - though I do worry about our Florida heat destroying them - so I slip several into a tiny plastic baggie (you can get them at Walmart's craft supplies) and carry just the amount I need - and I always count out one extra per dose in case some of the hcg "rubbed off" on the plastic.

Seems to work for me ...

EmBee · 07-28-2012, 08:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by paulabob

You certainly deserve it...we all want out outsides to match how we feel on the inside, right? Stunning progress so far!

Apparently touching the dropper to your tongue can sometimes do it.

And other voodoo and black magic. But sometimes a new bottle works much better than an old one.

I like the pellets, they always seem to stay "fresh".

Down .8 of a pound this week to a new low 126.6. Or rather the low I reached last November. Anyways steady but sure progress, I'm okay with that! Lost a bit of waist/belly fat this week too.

Thanks...oops I probably did deactivate the other one.... I like the pellets too. Thinking I might do the patch like Dazygrl when I run out... Congratulations!!!! On the new low!! Woo hoo.

dazygyrl · 07-28-2012, 08:27 AM

they are working great, embee. i put my patch back on last sunday night after a week break....i feel great! LOVE the patch!!

paulabob · 07-28-2012, 08:40 AM

Dazy, precious new avi pic! What a cute family!

dazygyrl · 07-28-2012, 08:56 AM

thank you paula...one of my favorite kid pictures. we get them done every year. this fall, however... NO HATS!!!

the peach fuzz is coming in quickly! he never wears his hat anymore. the confidence really shot up once that peach fuzz started coming in.

this was the family picture taken at the same time.

EmBee · 07-28-2012, 09:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dazygyrl

thank you paula...one of my favorite kid pictures. we get them done every year. this fall, however... NO HATS!!!

the peach fuzz is coming in quickly! he never wears his hat anymore. the confidence really shot up once that peach fuzz started coming in.

this was the family picture taken at the same time.

LOVE the photo....

. It looks wonderful. I will try the patch when I finish up with what I have, if I need it

RileyWorm · 07-28-2012, 10:09 AM

Carrie, I love that picture! Gorgeous family!!

dazygyrl · 07-28-2012, 10:32 AM

thank you, erin and embee...

EmBee · 07-28-2012, 10:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dazygyrl

thank you, erin and embee...

Hey BTW ...I've got you as a page at my website/blog

dazygyrl · 07-28-2012, 10:35 AM

oh, cool! i will check it out! THANK YOU!

dazygyrl · 07-28-2012, 10:35 AM

oh my!! that is so cool...i am humbled.....

EmBee · 07-28-2012, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dazygyrl

oh my!! that is so cool...i am humbled.....

Now waiting for paycheck day...that looks like wonderful ideas for christmas presents or holiday gifts ....

Sorry everybody for the of topicness...hahaha

dazygyrl · 07-28-2012, 10:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EmBee

Now waiting for paycheck day...that looks like wonderful ideas for christmas presents or holiday gifts ....

Sorry everybody for the of topicness...hahaha

suzi7 · 07-28-2012, 11:47 AM

Awesome family, Carrie. N nice pix too.

suzi7 · 07-28-2012, 11:55 AM

Rolling rolling rolling... Finally. N about time! It must have been the drops after all.

Weigh in this morning was 147.8, another 1.6 gone. No hunger either. I will more careful with these drops.

minimonkey · 07-28-2012, 12:36 PM

WhoooHOoo Suzi! Definitely about time, and I am so glad you are seeing results!

Apparently the drops can become deactivated by all sorts of things -- touching the tongue to the dropper, being too close too electronics, heat and light, and other voodoo and black magic, as Paula says (lol!) I know it seems that they lose potency in general, once opened ...

We are supposed to tap the bottle sharply a few times before use, too, (not shake it) -- this apparently helps the potency.

Dazy -- Gorgeous pic, as always!

Embee -- lovin' the avatar!

dazygyrl · 07-28-2012, 12:38 PM

thanks, mini and suzi...mini, did you see my post on the other thread?

minimonkey · 07-28-2012, 12:39 PM

Paula -- WHOOOHOOO on the new number!

I'm down a full lb from yesterday, so feeling hopeful about this new round. Not very hungry this morning, either -- and feeling good and energetic. Oh, please Lord, let this continue!

There's something very comforting in knowing that if I get hungry, I can eat -- I'll eat very clean, and in very low calorie increments .... but so many rounds I have just overridden the hunger for so long... this time, I am determined not to do that. It may mean grazing on a lot of veggies and fruits and other low cal goodies, but that is fine.

minimonkey · 07-28-2012, 12:40 PM

Which post, Dazy? I may have missed it....

dazygyrl · 07-28-2012, 12:44 PM

in the trail blazer thread.

minimonkey · 07-28-2012, 12:49 PM

Oh... went and looked ....

So sorry to hear about the hawk.

Rehabbing is like that ... we do our best, and sometimes we lose the battle anyhow. It's still heartbreaking.

I know that with pigeons, it is important to put them on antibiotics right away if they have any sign of a puncture wound, since predators (such as hawks) can often carry pasturella.

Did you have any idea how the hawk was injured -- what kind of injury, etc? It may well be that the hunger and dehydration were just too advanced, as your friend said.

I'm at least glad she had some kindness in her last hours... I figure that, alone, is a blessing.

minimonkey · 07-28-2012, 12:54 PM

I read a quote on a pigeon care site the other day that read: "Blessed is he who cares for a pigeon, because the pigeon will pray for him." That gave me a chuckle...if that is true, I have a lot of prayers flapping up to the heavens, regularly!

I suspect the pigeons are praying for seeds, in actuality, and their prayers are regularly being answered

07-27-2012, 06:35 PM	#781
minimonkey Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 8,029 Gallery: minimonkey Stats: 5'0" -- very small frame WOE: Clean eating, whole foods	Well, I must say that my body is full of surprises right now. I was SO convinced that I have better endurance on low carb, but today makes me question that quite a lot! I wasn't much hungry until late in the afternoon, and I ate a little less than half my daily (1000) calories right before working out (about 420 calories total)-- the meal was balanced-- berries, a little greek yogurt (yes, I am braving it again, though I will have to be diligent about not overeating it), a scoop of egg protein powder..... Then, I did a lifting workout. Well, guess what? My workout was great! I totally expected to tank halfway through, and it didn't happen at all.... in fact, about an hour later, I am still not hungry -- and I am usually pretty darn hungry post-workout. I don't know what to make of this, quite, except that I am going to do this for a while. It seems my body doesn't want to go ketogenic right now, and I just have to honor that. I'll probably eat a little more later, assuming I do get hungry -- but this is really encouraging. I actually had better endurance in the gym than I have in a while! I hope that keeps up __________________ Rogue p2 cycling: 8/28:128.6 .... 10/7 118.4 ....10/20: 115.8

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07-27-2012, 06:45 PM	#782
minimonkey Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 8,029 Gallery: minimonkey Stats: 5'0" -- very small frame WOE: Clean eating, whole foods	Whoohoo Suzi! Yes, I do think there is such a thing as a bad bottle -- we've all had experiences like that, I think, if we've done multiple rounds. It is easy to deactivate the hhcg, too -- so that could have happened. Obviously, I did start up again today, and am really hoping to see some results very soon. I'm feeling really good today, so that is promising, but we will see how it goes for the longer haul. I'm dearly hoping the inflammation isn't from an impending Lyme relapse -- I've had horrrid inflammation and water weight gain with Lyme flares in the past, so that is scary.... I'm holding off on the Lyme herbs for a bit, though, since the treatment can stir things up and make one feel worse -- I'm hoping maybe I don't need it. The herbal treatment is actually very strong, and the die off can be awful. If it looks like I am relapsing, though, I don't have much choice but to opt for treatment.

07-27-2012, 11:16 PM	#783
ReBecca Tu Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Gold Coast Australia Posts: 15 Gallery: ReBecca Tu Stats: 260/242/160 WOE: low cal, low carb, low fat Start Date: July 2012	Good afternoon. Not sure where everyone lives but here in Australia it is around 4pm on Saturday afternoon. Diet is going well. I am down 9 pounds in the last 5 days. Haven't done too bad with my cravings while on my menstrual cycle. I've stayed between 500-800 calories per day, along with very low carbs and fat. No exercise as of yet, though I do want to start that in the next week or so. I am also looking to order some hhcg drops this week. I think I might be able to squeeze that into my budget. I really hope so, because from looking at everyone's results/progress it seems like it works really well. Congratulations to everyone who is doing so well. I dont post alot but I do read and you guys are my inspiration. I'm so tired of hearing people say, "you have such a pretty face" or " you're so pretty for a fuller figured woman" ... I want my body to match the rest and it has been several years since I have been "smaller". I am turning 40 the middle of August and feel like this is my last chance to get it right and have a body that I can be proud of. lol...maybe its a midlife crisis. Start date 7/23- 242.5 Today 7/28- 233 (Australia is approximately 16 hours ahead of the States)

07-27-2012, 11:23 PM	#784
minimonkey Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 8,029 Gallery: minimonkey Stats: 5'0" -- very small frame WOE: Clean eating, whole foods	ReBecca -- glad the diet is going well for you so far. I agree with everyone else that if you plan to do such low calories, having the hhcg is pretty important -- assuming it does what it claims to do, it is protective against metabolic slowing, and helps liberate body fat. I do know that I seem to lose better with it than without it, on the same amount of calories -- though beyond that, I really can't say.

07-27-2012, 11:25 PM	#785
minimonkey Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 8,029 Gallery: minimonkey Stats: 5'0" -- very small frame WOE: Clean eating, whole foods	I had a great day in terms of energy and stamina, and hunger remained very low. I did finally end up eating a late night snack (some broccoli slaw with a few pine nuts, some berries) and I feel totally satisfied. Oh, if only the whole round could go this easily AND yield big losses, I'd be one very, very happy girl!

07-28-2012, 08:27 AM	#791
dazygyrl Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 4,521 Gallery: dazygyrl	they are working great, embee. i put my patch back on last sunday night after a week break....i feel great! LOVE the patch!!

07-28-2012, 08:40 AM	#792
paulabob Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 6,545 Gallery: paulabob Stats: 204/124.6/110 49%/27.4%/20% 5'2" WOE: Atkins/hHcg/Optimal whatever works Start Date: restart March '10	Dazy, precious new avi pic! What a cute family!

07-28-2012, 08:56 AM	#793
dazygyrl Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 4,521 Gallery: dazygyrl	thank you paula...one of my favorite kid pictures. we get them done every year. this fall, however... NO HATS!!! the peach fuzz is coming in quickly! he never wears his hat anymore. the confidence really shot up once that peach fuzz started coming in. this was the family picture taken at the same time.

07-28-2012, 10:09 AM	#795
RileyWorm Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 1,090 Gallery: RileyWorm	Carrie, I love that picture! Gorgeous family!!

07-28-2012, 10:32 AM	#796
dazygyrl Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 4,521 Gallery: dazygyrl	thank you, erin and embee...

07-28-2012, 10:35 AM	#798
dazygyrl Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 4,521 Gallery: dazygyrl	oh, cool! i will check it out! THANK YOU!

07-28-2012, 10:35 AM	#799
dazygyrl Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 4,521 Gallery: dazygyrl	oh my!! that is so cool...i am humbled.....

07-28-2012, 11:47 AM	#802
suzi7 Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 136 Gallery: suzi7 Stats: 265/165 rd3p2/goal this round 140 WOE: vegetarian/organic/hHcg rogue, No-S for Life Start Date: 5/11/12	Awesome family, Carrie. N nice pix too.

07-28-2012, 11:55 AM	#803
suzi7 Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 136 Gallery: suzi7 Stats: 265/165 rd3p2/goal this round 140 WOE: vegetarian/organic/hHcg rogue, No-S for Life Start Date: 5/11/12	Rolling rolling rolling... Finally. N about time! It must have been the drops after all. Weigh in this morning was 147.8, another 1.6 gone. No hunger either. I will more careful with these drops.

07-28-2012, 12:36 PM	#804
minimonkey Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 8,029 Gallery: minimonkey Stats: 5'0" -- very small frame WOE: Clean eating, whole foods	WhoooHOoo Suzi! Definitely about time, and I am so glad you are seeing results! Apparently the drops can become deactivated by all sorts of things -- touching the tongue to the dropper, being too close too electronics, heat and light, and other voodoo and black magic, as Paula says (lol!) I know it seems that they lose potency in general, once opened ... We are supposed to tap the bottle sharply a few times before use, too, (not shake it) -- this apparently helps the potency. Dazy -- Gorgeous pic, as always! Embee -- lovin' the avatar!

07-28-2012, 12:38 PM	#805
dazygyrl Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 4,521 Gallery: dazygyrl	thanks, mini and suzi...mini, did you see my post on the other thread?

07-28-2012, 12:39 PM	#806
minimonkey Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 8,029 Gallery: minimonkey Stats: 5'0" -- very small frame WOE: Clean eating, whole foods	Paula -- WHOOOHOOO on the new number! I'm down a full lb from yesterday, so feeling hopeful about this new round. Not very hungry this morning, either -- and feeling good and energetic. Oh, please Lord, let this continue! There's something very comforting in knowing that if I get hungry, I can eat -- I'll eat very clean, and in very low calorie increments .... but so many rounds I have just overridden the hunger for so long... this time, I am determined not to do that. It may mean grazing on a lot of veggies and fruits and other low cal goodies, but that is fine.

07-28-2012, 12:40 PM	#807
minimonkey Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 8,029 Gallery: minimonkey Stats: 5'0" -- very small frame WOE: Clean eating, whole foods	Which post, Dazy? I may have missed it....

07-28-2012, 12:44 PM	#808
dazygyrl Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 4,521 Gallery: dazygyrl	in the trail blazer thread.

07-28-2012, 12:49 PM	#809
minimonkey Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 8,029 Gallery: minimonkey Stats: 5'0" -- very small frame WOE: Clean eating, whole foods	Oh... went and looked .... So sorry to hear about the hawk. Rehabbing is like that ... we do our best, and sometimes we lose the battle anyhow. It's still heartbreaking. I know that with pigeons, it is important to put them on antibiotics right away if they have any sign of a puncture wound, since predators (such as hawks) can often carry pasturella. Did you have any idea how the hawk was injured -- what kind of injury, etc? It may well be that the hunger and dehydration were just too advanced, as your friend said. I'm at least glad she had some kindness in her last hours... I figure that, alone, is a blessing.

07-28-2012, 12:54 PM	#810
minimonkey Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 8,029 Gallery: minimonkey Stats: 5'0" -- very small frame WOE: Clean eating, whole foods	I read a quote on a pigeon care site the other day that read: "Blessed is he who cares for a pigeon, because the pigeon will pray for him." That gave me a chuckle...if that is true, I have a lot of prayers flapping up to the heavens, regularly! I suspect the pigeons are praying for seeds, in actuality, and their prayers are regularly being answered