30 day binge free challenge - Page 8

angie1 · 01-20-2013, 06:40 PM

btw .. has anyone tried L-Glutamine for carb/sugar cravings?

shirlc · 01-21-2013, 07:00 AM

Weight at the end of December, 2012 - 133.5

Mon, 1/21 - 22/30 days binge free!

(This is for the first 22 days of the challenge!)

Biochic · 01-21-2013, 07:01 AM

Hi Angie
I am using glutamine for carb cravings... Or I should say I was. I've been sick for a week and stopped taking my supplements but I'm happyntomreport no cravings... No appetite either so that maybe the issue

I started using glutamine during induction and I think it made things easier for me.

cici52 · 01-21-2013, 12:11 PM

Angie, I just started taking it again today after 3 days of binging. Got the culprits out of the house so will be okay today.

jeaniem · 01-21-2013, 03:06 PM

Day 11/30 and a binge.

My brain: I don't want any meat, cheese, or salad I want ice cream and salty crunchy junk food. It will really fill you up.

Me: If you eat that stuff it will taste good for a few short minutes and then you'll be stuffed and feel regret. You will ruin all your progress in a few short minutes. Your workout today will be wasted and your jeans are finally fitting again.

My brain: So what, it is what you are craving so eat it!

This brain/me thing goes back and forth for about an hour or so with many rationalizations coming from both sides all while I am trying to relax on the sofa while reading a book.

Me: Okay- gets in car drives to grocery store buys a pint of starbucks coffee ice cream, box of chocolate peanuts, choc. pretzels, and a container of nutter butter cookies. Open the cookies in the parking lot and has them almost eaten before getting back home. Get home grab a spoon eat the ice cream and everything else I bought in no time flat.

My brain: Ha ha! Made you do it nah nah nah nah

Me: Yep you feel like shi* and it only tasted good for a few short minutes. No surprise there!

Biochic · 01-21-2013, 03:39 PM

Oh Jeanie.

that is exactly how it goes for me too!! Unbelievable that we will drive to the store and buy our "drugs". And of course you feel horrible afterwards! I'm so sorry your struggling
Have you read the diet cure? Might be worth it. Not a miracle by any means but it did help

Biochic · 01-21-2013, 03:55 PM

25 days binge free

Things that help me-
not having stuff in the house although I am not above driving to the supermarket in order to feed the monster.

Yo cheese! This stuff is a god send.

got me thru the first few weeks

High fat. I will have blueberries with heavy cream as a snack

Lastly I am just tired of this crazy ride. I want to stop the craziness. I feel like this is my last shot. I've done it 3 times before and fallen back into old patterns. I'm getting too old to fool with my health. I want to enjoy retirement with my husband. Actually I'm afraid of dying young because of this madness

jeaniem · 01-21-2013, 05:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Biochic

25 days binge free

Lastly I am just tired of this crazy ride. I want to stop the craziness. I feel like this is my last shot. I've done it 3 times before and fallen back into old patterns. I'm getting too old to fool with my health. I want to enjoy retirement with my husband. Actually I'm afraid of dying young because of this madness

Me too! Had my physical today high BP and a fast pulse

. Plus have to have some scaly spots on my hands checked by dermatologist. If I keep playing with fire I am gonna get burned- strong family history of type 2 diabetes and heart disease in my family. In fact, some of my younger siblings already have type 2.

angie1 · 01-21-2013, 06:06 PM

I think I will definitely buy some L-glutamine and see how it goes!

Jeanie --> I fully understand that exact conversation! It is crazy how much power sugar/carbs have on the brain to rationalize it. You can win though -- one day at a time!

Lisa --> I also am sick and tired of this cycle. I just want to feel normal and get on with my life. Not wake up bloated or going through withdrawal from sugar.

I am starting Lean for Life -- and today was day 1 of protein days . Stuck to plan! -- I am praying this plan will work and I can finally get this weight off for good!

shirlc · 01-22-2013, 06:03 AM

Weight at the end of December, 2012 - 133.5

Tues, 1/22 - 23/30 days binge free!

(This is for the first 23 days of the challenge!)

Jeannie, so sorry! I've had that happen to me way too many times to count. I don't have to go to the store...it's all right here as my DH doesn't have to watch his weight at all.

I think you should count all the days during the month that you have been successful and celebrate that! It's a one day at a time thing.

Portia · 01-22-2013, 06:32 AM

Day 1/30 for me. Anyone else?

1/22/13-2/22/13. Making it happen this time.

Patkid · 01-22-2013, 07:42 AM

Me, Me, Me, Portia.
Day 1 of 30 days binge free.
This would be a dream come true.
A joy.
A victory over my crazy brain.
A way of improving self esteem.
I am the only one that can make this dream come true.
I am with you.
I am excited to do this.

Jeanie, hugs, I have done this so so so so so often. I understand completely on every single level.

Want to celebrate the days you had in before the slip and start today with Portia and me?

Wght today: 194.6

Beeb · 01-22-2013, 08:07 AM

Day 6, NO BINGE!!

The IF diet is REALLY helping!

Biochic · 01-22-2013, 02:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shirlc

I think you should count all the days during the month that you have been successful and celebrate that! It's a one day at a time thing.

Biochic · 01-22-2013, 02:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beeb

Day 6, NO BINGE!!

The IF diet is REALLY helping!

What is the IF diet??

shirlc · 01-23-2013, 06:00 AM

Weight at the end of December, 2012 - 133.5

Wed, 1/23 - 24/30 days binge free!

(This is for the first 24 days of the challenge!)

Patkid · 01-23-2013, 06:49 AM

Day 2 / 30 for me!!
Thanks for being here!!
Blessings.

Portia · 01-23-2013, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patkid

Day 2 / 30 for me!!
Thanks for being here!!
Blessings.

Woo Hoo!! Great job. How is today going?

I'm sick as a dog - eating nothing, hahahah. But that doesn't count so I plan to do tomorrow as a Day 1, otherwise it's like I've cheated.

cici52 · 01-23-2013, 02:10 PM

Finally, back in the saddle. This is day 3 and feeling good about the whole food thing. No crazy thoughts at all.

Biochic · 01-23-2013, 02:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cici52

Finally, back in the saddle. This is day 3 and feeling good about the whole food thing. No crazy thoughts at all.

Good news cici.

Biochic · 01-23-2013, 02:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patkid

Day 2 / 30 for me!!
Thanks for being here!!
Blessings.

Great!! Keep stringing those days together!!

Biochic · 01-23-2013, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Portia

Woo Hoo!! Great job. How is today going?

I'm sick as a dog - eating nothing, hahahah. But that doesn't count so I plan to do tomorrow as a Day 1, otherwise it's like I've cheated.

Girl it all counts!! If you're not throwing your guts up, then count it

Patkid · 01-23-2013, 02:19 PM

Portia,
so so so sorry you are sick.
I think I understand you waiting to start your count!
I am with you all the way.
CiCi
I love that phrase: no crazy thoughts!!

Invictus · 01-23-2013, 07:26 PM

Hi everyone, hope you all doing good!!!

Patkid · 01-24-2013, 05:59 AM

Hi, Invictus and all!!

Day 3/30 for me!
I have this challenge on my mind all day and I thank you for being here!!
Onward

shirlc · 01-24-2013, 06:08 AM

Weight at the end of December, 2012 - 133.5

Thurs, 1/24 - 25/30 days binge free!

(This is for the first 25 days of the challenge!)

Patkid · 01-24-2013, 06:30 AM

Biochick,
Your stats are amazing!
If you have time I would love seeing some of your days' menus!
Wow, girl, you inspire me.

cici52 · 01-24-2013, 09:22 AM

Finished last night a winner. Day 4 going well.

Patkid · 01-24-2013, 12:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cici52

Finished last night a winner. Day 4 going well.

YAY!!!
Great!
You are a day ahead of me so I will happily follow your lead!

Biochic · 01-24-2013, 01:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Patkid

Biochick,
Your stats are amazing!
If you have time I would love seeing some of your days' menus!
Wow, girl, you inspire me.

Really? I was just feeling like things were moving along at a snail's pace!! Thanks for the reality check

I post simple menus on my wt lose journal. Biochic's battle.

01-21-2013, 03:06 PM	#215
jeaniem Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 6,150 Gallery: jeaniem Stats: 166 /149/? 5'1.5 WOE: lc-ish	Day 11/30 and a binge. My brain: I don't want any meat, cheese, or salad I want ice cream and salty crunchy junk food. It will really fill you up. Me: If you eat that stuff it will taste good for a few short minutes and then you'll be stuffed and feel regret. You will ruin all your progress in a few short minutes. Your workout today will be wasted and your jeans are finally fitting again. My brain: So what, it is what you are craving so eat it! This brain/me thing goes back and forth for about an hour or so with many rationalizations coming from both sides all while I am trying to relax on the sofa while reading a book. Me: Okay- gets in car drives to grocery store buys a pint of starbucks coffee ice cream, box of chocolate peanuts, choc. pretzels, and a container of nutter butter cookies. Open the cookies in the parking lot and has them almost eaten before getting back home. Get home grab a spoon eat the ice cream and everything else I bought in no time flat. My brain: Ha ha! Made you do it nah nah nah nah Me: Yep you feel like shi* and it only tasted good for a few short minutes. No surprise there! Last edited by jeaniem; 01-21-2013 at 03:08 PM..

01-21-2013, 03:55 PM	#217
Biochic Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: NY Posts: 660 Gallery: Biochic Stats: 192/155/140 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 12/28/12	25 days binge free Things that help me- not having stuff in the house although I am not above driving to the supermarket in order to feed the monster. Yo cheese! This stuff is a god send. got me thru the first few weeks High fat. I will have blueberries with heavy cream as a snack Lastly I am just tired of this crazy ride. I want to stop the craziness. I feel like this is my last shot. I've done it 3 times before and fallen back into old patterns. I'm getting too old to fool with my health. I want to enjoy retirement with my husband. Actually I'm afraid of dying young because of this madness __________________ Lisa. Goals for 2013 20 lbs gone by 2/15 (reached on 2/12) 30 lbs gone by 3/24( goal reached 4/3 ) 40 lbs gone by summer Yoga 4x/week Binge free a day at a time (140+ days and counting)

01-21-2013, 06:06 PM	#219
angie1 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 455 Gallery: angie1 Stats: 185/182.8/155 - 5'5	I think I will definitely buy some L-glutamine and see how it goes! Jeanie --> I fully understand that exact conversation! It is crazy how much power sugar/carbs have on the brain to rationalize it. You can win though -- one day at a time! Lisa --> I also am sick and tired of this cycle. I just want to feel normal and get on with my life. Not wake up bloated or going through withdrawal from sugar. I am starting Lean for Life -- and today was day 1 of protein days . Stuck to plan! -- I am praying this plan will work and I can finally get this weight off for good! __________________ Angie * "The chief cause of failure is giving up what you want most, for what you want at the moment"

01-23-2013, 02:19 PM	#233
Patkid Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Rockford IL Posts: 528 Gallery: Patkid Stats: 199/191.6/165 WOE: The only thing that works with me: ATKINS72 Start Date: Jan 16, 2013	Portia, so so so sorry you are sick. I think I understand you waiting to start your count! I am with you all the way. CiCi I love that phrase: no crazy thoughts!! Last edited by Patkid; 01-23-2013 at 02:20 PM.. Reason: sp

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01-20-2013, 06:40 PM	#211
angie1 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 455 Gallery: angie1 Stats: 185/182.8/155 - 5'5	btw .. has anyone tried L-Glutamine for carb/sugar cravings?

01-21-2013, 07:00 AM	#212
shirlc Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 3,540 Gallery: shirlc Stats: 144/127/130-5'5" WOE: Low/Mod Carb, JUDDD (JUDDD, 10/25/11 at 141.5) Start Date: March, 2006	Weight at the end of December, 2012 - 133.5 Mon, 1/21 - 22/30 days binge free! (This is for the first 22 days of the challenge!)

01-21-2013, 07:01 AM	#213
Biochic Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: NY Posts: 660 Gallery: Biochic Stats: 192/155/140 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 12/28/12	Hi Angie I am using glutamine for carb cravings... Or I should say I was. I've been sick for a week and stopped taking my supplements but I'm happyntomreport no cravings... No appetite either so that maybe the issue I started using glutamine during induction and I think it made things easier for me.

01-21-2013, 12:11 PM	#214
cici52 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,207 Gallery: cici52 Stats: HW253/going down/GW157 5'7" 60yo	Angie, I just started taking it again today after 3 days of binging. Got the culprits out of the house so will be okay today.

01-21-2013, 03:39 PM	#216
Biochic Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: NY Posts: 660 Gallery: Biochic Stats: 192/155/140 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 12/28/12	Oh Jeanie. that is exactly how it goes for me too!! Unbelievable that we will drive to the store and buy our "drugs". And of course you feel horrible afterwards! I'm so sorry your struggling Have you read the diet cure? Might be worth it. Not a miracle by any means but it did help

01-22-2013, 06:03 AM	#220
shirlc Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 3,540 Gallery: shirlc Stats: 144/127/130-5'5" WOE: Low/Mod Carb, JUDDD (JUDDD, 10/25/11 at 141.5) Start Date: March, 2006	Weight at the end of December, 2012 - 133.5 Tues, 1/22 - 23/30 days binge free! (This is for the first 23 days of the challenge!) Jeannie, so sorry! I've had that happen to me way too many times to count. I don't have to go to the store...it's all right here as my DH doesn't have to watch his weight at all. I think you should count all the days during the month that you have been successful and celebrate that! It's a one day at a time thing.

01-22-2013, 06:32 AM	#221
Portia Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: The beautiful North Shore Posts: 5,483 Gallery: Portia Stats: 271/269/170 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 4/15/13	Day 1/30 for me. Anyone else? 1/22/13-2/22/13. Making it happen this time.

01-22-2013, 07:42 AM	#222
Patkid Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Rockford IL Posts: 528 Gallery: Patkid Stats: 199/191.6/165 WOE: The only thing that works with me: ATKINS72 Start Date: Jan 16, 2013	Me, Me, Me, Portia. Day 1 of 30 days binge free. This would be a dream come true. A joy. A victory over my crazy brain. A way of improving self esteem. I am the only one that can make this dream come true. I am with you. I am excited to do this. Jeanie, hugs, I have done this so so so so so often. I understand completely on every single level. Want to celebrate the days you had in before the slip and start today with Portia and me? Wght today: 194.6

01-22-2013, 08:07 AM	#223
Beeb Why wait, just do it NOW! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Where Super Storm Sandy Wiped Out All My Childhood Memories!! Posts: 11,758 Gallery: Beeb Stats: 152 WOE: Thintuition - Intuitive Eating	Day 6, NO BINGE!! The IF diet is REALLY helping!

01-23-2013, 06:00 AM	#226
shirlc Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 3,540 Gallery: shirlc Stats: 144/127/130-5'5" WOE: Low/Mod Carb, JUDDD (JUDDD, 10/25/11 at 141.5) Start Date: March, 2006	Weight at the end of December, 2012 - 133.5 Wed, 1/23 - 24/30 days binge free! (This is for the first 24 days of the challenge!)

01-23-2013, 06:49 AM	#227
Patkid Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Rockford IL Posts: 528 Gallery: Patkid Stats: 199/191.6/165 WOE: The only thing that works with me: ATKINS72 Start Date: Jan 16, 2013	Day 2 / 30 for me!! Thanks for being here!! Blessings.

01-23-2013, 02:10 PM	#229
cici52 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,207 Gallery: cici52 Stats: HW253/going down/GW157 5'7" 60yo	Finally, back in the saddle. This is day 3 and feeling good about the whole food thing. No crazy thoughts at all.

01-23-2013, 07:26 PM	#234
Invictus Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Texas Posts: 109 Gallery: Invictus Stats: 281/267/199 5'11" WOE: Atkins Start Date: 12/28/2012	Hi everyone, hope you all doing good!!!

01-24-2013, 05:59 AM	#235
Patkid Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Rockford IL Posts: 528 Gallery: Patkid Stats: 199/191.6/165 WOE: The only thing that works with me: ATKINS72 Start Date: Jan 16, 2013	Hi, Invictus and all!! Day 3/30 for me! I have this challenge on my mind all day and I thank you for being here!! Onward

01-24-2013, 06:08 AM	#236
shirlc Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Feb 2006 Posts: 3,540 Gallery: shirlc Stats: 144/127/130-5'5" WOE: Low/Mod Carb, JUDDD (JUDDD, 10/25/11 at 141.5) Start Date: March, 2006	Weight at the end of December, 2012 - 133.5 Thurs, 1/24 - 25/30 days binge free! (This is for the first 25 days of the challenge!)

01-24-2013, 06:30 AM	#237
Patkid Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Rockford IL Posts: 528 Gallery: Patkid Stats: 199/191.6/165 WOE: The only thing that works with me: ATKINS72 Start Date: Jan 16, 2013	Biochick, Your stats are amazing! If you have time I would love seeing some of your days' menus! Wow, girl, you inspire me.

01-24-2013, 09:22 AM	#238
cici52 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 1,207 Gallery: cici52 Stats: HW253/going down/GW157 5'7" 60yo	Finished last night a winner. Day 4 going well.