Prayer -- does it help you stay on the low-carb track?

40winks · 08-03-2008, 01:16 AM

This is my day 3 of re-re-re-re-re-re-induction. Breaking my carb addiction and staying on track has been very difficult. I've failed many times, often on day one. This time I've made it through three days. Silly as it may sound to some, I'm using prayer to help me ignore my carb cravings, and so far it's working. Am I alone in seeking celestial help with staying on the low-carb wagon?

I'm so tired of being fat. Seeing all these before and after pics really makes me want to do the same. If prayer works for me, then all I can say is "amen!"

whatjelly · 08-03-2008, 01:34 AM

Just stick to your guns. You know LC is the answer.

So just do it.

suzanneyea · 08-03-2008, 04:33 AM

I use prayer and meditation daily to help me stay calm and centered. Praying before meals is way to slow everything down after the rush to get the meal ready and the family seated.

WATCH-ME-SHRINK · 08-03-2008, 05:22 AM

Prayer is an integral part of every phase of my life, fitness included. I treat my body as a gift -- what it is. Making the right choices, keeping it healthy and strong, is all part of honoring God. He made me, He sustains me, He gives me hope, He is a part of everything I do. Without my daily talks with Him, I would be nothing.

dointhis4me · 08-03-2008, 10:32 AM

Yes, prayer helps me in all aspects of my life, even with staying on track w/my weight loss

ljh150 · 08-03-2008, 10:35 AM

Yes, prayer is what led me to a low carb lifestyle.

Darkfire · 08-03-2008, 10:57 AM

Not a Christian but I pray and meditate, plead and beg sometimes. It works.

oobladee · 08-03-2008, 11:43 AM

wel, obviously prayer does not do the work, we do. However, yes, prayer and positive imagery help me visualize what i will eat all day long.

I picture myself ordering food that is on my plan if there is a work party at a restaurant.

I picture myself eating my low carb snack in place of office birthday parties.

i ask God several times a day to help me remember my food plan and remember that my body is a gift.

sugarless4life · 08-03-2008, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by WATCH-ME-SHRINK

Prayer is an integral part of every phase of my life, fitness included. I treat my body as a gift -- what it is. Making the right choices, keeping it healthy and strong, is all part of honoring God. He made me, He sustains me, He gives me hope, He is a part of everything I do. Without my daily talks with Him, I would be nothing.

DITTO !

Betty

cleochatra · 08-03-2008, 01:51 PM

I was raised as a proud Jew, so my mantra has always been to "Trust in God, but tie your camel tight."

My camel is better than tight; he's also cross-gartered.

I am a Christian now, but I still have a very big mentality of doing for myself. God has enough to do, in my narrow view, without worrying whether I put my lips on a donut. So, in an effort to not worry God or bother Him, I am just making the effort to git r done and save the prayer for those things I need. I think I'm making Him proud by doing my best, even if I occasionally trip into a vat of tomato sauce.

SashimiMark · 08-03-2008, 02:01 PM

I say whatever works, do it. I'm not religious at all, but I find a lot of similarities between prayer and meditation. And every night when I go to bed, I lie there and think about my day and the mistakes I may have made, how I can improve my life and the lives of those I love. Introspection and self analysis are very important.

thealything · 08-03-2008, 05:14 PM

yay God!

oddly enough, it didn't occur to me to pray about losing weight, even though I pray about everything else. I guess I'm worried about it being a vanity thing and that I might be doing it for the wrong reasons and thus God doesn't care about whether I can wear size 4 jeans.

Bonnie · 08-03-2008, 05:49 PM

in all honesty, no. It never even occurred to me to pray for sticking to my plan. But if it works for you ... go for it.

FloridaShell · 08-03-2008, 06:04 PM

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Originally Posted by 40winks

This is my day 3 of re-re-re-re-re-re-induction. Breaking my carb addiction and staying on track has been very difficult. I've failed many times, often on day one. This time I've made it through three days. Silly as it may sound to some, I'm using prayer to help me ignore my carb cravings, and so far it's working. Am I alone in seeking celestial help with staying on the low-carb wagon?

I'm so tired of being fat. Seeing all these before and after pics really makes me want to do the same. If prayer works for me, then all I can say is "amen!"

I pray about EVERYTHING because prayer works!

I am praying that you stay on track. You can do this!!

jtkids · 08-03-2008, 06:38 PM

" Be anxious for nothing, but in EVERYTHING by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God." Philippians 4:6

Well, the Bible tells us we can take every concern to God in prayer....that includes weight concerns!

40winks · 08-05-2008, 12:35 AM

Wow, very interesting. Some wonderful opinions and approaches. FloridaShell, thank you for putting me into your prayers! I'm honored -- and I've stayed on track. I've finished 5 LC days now and starting sometime Friday, calmness replaced my roaring carb cravings. Now I'm hoping (and praying) this wonderful not-hungry calmness will stick around, stop feeling odd, and start feeling normal, lol.

chryl · 08-05-2008, 04:08 AM

today is my third week , I'm down 15lbs . never would have made it without prayer. PTL & Amen

Bonnieabc · 08-05-2008, 06:29 AM

I agree with the poster who said they don't like to pray about weight because it might be a vanity thing- I ahve mixed feelings- I definitely pray to God to help me make healthy choices and control my addiction to food so I can have a healthier life and serve Him better, but I never actually pray to have the numbers on my scale move...

Being a Catholic definitely helps me with dieting though, because we believe that doing without something you want can be a form of prayer. And I often offer up my going without a snack etc.. as a form of prayer through sacrifice...

BeThin · 08-05-2008, 06:50 AM

It helps in every area.

oobladee · 08-05-2008, 08:07 AM

There is a thick line between vanity and loving your body enough to take care of it. Vanity covers a wider range of issues from self involvement to jealousy.

healthy lady T · 08-05-2008, 08:13 AM

I feel that praying is necessary in all aspects of my life. I feel I can't do anything including losing weight without God.

MountainGirl · 08-05-2008, 08:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WATCH-ME-SHRINK

Prayer is an integral part of every phase of my life, fitness included. I treat my body as a gift -- what it is. Making the right choices, keeping it healthy and strong, is all part of honoring God. He made me, He sustains me, He gives me hope, He is a part of everything I do. Without my daily talks with Him, I would be nothing.

WHOA!! Amen and amen!!
This is exactly how I feel.
I am doing this now because I finally got it that my body is the Temple of G-d and it honors Him when I take care of it correctly.

Thank you, thank you for this post!

flatferenghi · 08-05-2008, 08:25 AM

whether or not u get the answer u were seeking. 1 of the advantages of being eclectic (a euphemism for devout heathen, in my case) is that i never run out of gods to invoke. Pick one & pray. i certainly hope that he, or she will help u in your desire to stay on plan. Love & Profits: FLATFERENGHI

ljh150 · 08-05-2008, 08:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jtkids

" Be anxious for nothing, but in EVERYTHING by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God." Philippians 4:6

Well, the Bible tells us we can take every concern to God in prayer....that includes weight concerns!

I believe He does care about even the things we see as little, I know He cared when I cried out to Him to help me find a way to lose weight. At almost 300 lbs., it was way past a vanity thing.

Sunny7 · 08-05-2008, 01:13 PM

Yes!! prayer works, i asked to have the desire for food to be taken away, and It really has. I also ask to help me stay on plan. God is awesome..He wants us to ask for any thing our heart desires. You have not cause you ask not. I know the Lord led me to low carb. Thank You Lord

b_lou_who · 08-05-2008, 01:27 PM

I don't do anything without prayer. What I want most out of life is to be friends with my creator, so talking to him about everything I do is a pretty high priority in my life.
I don't know if prayer helps with lowcarbing per se, but recognizing how small I am in the big scheme of things, and how important I am to God does help me get through my own issues time after time.

sazzie · 08-05-2008, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by b_lou_who

I don't do anything without prayer. What I want most out of life is to be friends with my creator, so talking to him about everything I do is a pretty high priority in my life.
I don't know if prayer helps with lowcarbing per se, but recognizing how small I am in the big scheme of things, and how important I am to God does help me get through my own issues time after time.

Amen!!

catne · 08-05-2008, 02:21 PM

Last I checked, prayer & meditation were zero carbs, zero calories!

sappl38220 · 08-05-2008, 02:34 PM

Yes, God led me to low carb and HE helps me to stay on track, without HIM, I lose focus completely.

08-03-2008, 01:16 AM	#1
40winks Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 3,829 Gallery: 40winks WOE: Low-Carb Start Date: Restarted 9/28/08 (First time 2002-3: 273/184)	Prayer -- does it help you stay on the low-carb track? This is my day 3 of re-re-re-re-re-re-induction. Breaking my carb addiction and staying on track has been very difficult. I've failed many times, often on day one. This time I've made it through three days. Silly as it may sound to some, I'm using prayer to help me ignore my carb cravings, and so far it's working. Am I alone in seeking celestial help with staying on the low-carb wagon? I'm so tired of being fat. Seeing all these before and after pics really makes me want to do the same. If prayer works for me, then all I can say is "amen!" __________________ 40winks Life is temporary. Make the most of each day. MSG causes weight gain, illness & cravings. MSG & Obesity: http://www.msgtruth.org/obesity.htm Disease states affected by MSG : http://www.msgtruth.org/states.htm Hidden names for MSG: http://msgmyth.com/hidename.htm

08-03-2008, 01:51 PM	#10
cleochatra Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: May 2005 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 7,885 Gallery: cleochatra Stats: 350/264/125 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 1, 2008	I was raised as a proud Jew, so my mantra has always been to "Trust in God, but tie your camel tight." My camel is better than tight; he's also cross-gartered. I am a Christian now, but I still have a very big mentality of doing for myself. God has enough to do, in my narrow view, without worrying whether I put my lips on a donut. So, in an effort to not worry God or bother Him, I am just making the effort to git r done and save the prayer for those things I need. I think I'm making Him proud by doing my best, even if I occasionally trip into a vat of tomato sauce. __________________ National Low-Carb Examiner Columnist The Lighter Side of Low Carb blog Mid-Year Resolution Challenge member: 86 to lose/ 22 lost/ 64 pounds to go We Are Carbarella!

08-05-2008, 06:29 AM	#18
Bonnieabc Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SC Posts: 398 Gallery: Bonnieabc Stats: (164)161/152/135 WOE: Atkins:) Start Date: 6/19/08	I agree with the poster who said they don't like to pray about weight because it might be a vanity thing- I ahve mixed feelings- I definitely pray to God to help me make healthy choices and control my addiction to food so I can have a healthier life and serve Him better, but I never actually pray to have the numbers on my scale move... Being a Catholic definitely helps me with dieting though, because we believe that doing without something you want can be a form of prayer. And I often offer up my going without a snack etc.. as a form of prayer through sacrifice... __________________ Bonnie Started Atkins after baby 6/19/08

08-05-2008, 08:13 AM	#21
healthy lady T Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 189 Gallery: healthy lady T Stats: 245/235/Goal 150 WOE: Atkins Start Date: original 9/98 restarted 6/16/08	I feel that praying is necessary in all aspects of my life. I feel I can't do anything including losing weight without God. Last edited by healthy lady T : 08-05-2008 at 08:13 AM. Reason: left out a word

08-05-2008, 08:25 AM	#23
flatferenghi MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 2,339 Gallery: flatferenghi	prayer never hurts... whether or not u get the answer u were seeking. 1 of the advantages of being eclectic (a euphemism for devout heathen, in my case) is that i never run out of gods to invoke. Pick one & pray. i certainly hope that he, or she will help u in your desire to stay on plan. Love & Profits: FLATFERENGHI

08-03-2008, 01:34 AM	#2
whatjelly MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Southwest Washington Posts: 1,179 Gallery: whatjelly Stats: 225/188/140 WOE: General Low Carb + high FAT Start Date: back at it: April 2008	Just stick to your guns. You know LC is the answer. So just do it.

08-03-2008, 04:33 AM	#3
suzanneyea MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Quebec Posts: 1,490 Blog Entries: 3 Gallery: suzanneyea Stats: 120 WOE: Atkins	I use prayer and meditation daily to help me stay calm and centered. Praying before meals is way to slow everything down after the rush to get the meal ready and the family seated.

08-03-2008, 05:22 AM	#4
WATCH-ME-SHRINK Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Feb 2003 Posts: 6,322 Gallery: WATCH-ME-SHRINK Stats: 166 (12+) /Size 4-6/Fit & LEAN 140-145 (5'7) WOE: Atkins to BFFM to LC/TKD	Prayer is an integral part of every phase of my life, fitness included. I treat my body as a gift -- what it is. Making the right choices, keeping it healthy and strong, is all part of honoring God. He made me, He sustains me, He gives me hope, He is a part of everything I do. Without my daily talks with Him, I would be nothing.

08-03-2008, 10:32 AM	#5
dointhis4me MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Central Ohio Posts: 2,095 Gallery: dointhis4me Stats: (was 246+ in 3/07) lc start wt- 239+/166/146 WOE: Atkins-ish Start Date: 4/4/07-5'6" and 30 y.o.	Yes, prayer helps me in all aspects of my life, even with staying on track w/my weight loss

08-03-2008, 10:35 AM	#6
ljh150 MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Florida Panhandle Posts: 1,592 Gallery: ljh150 Stats: 293 to 160 ~post partum 203~190~175~ 5'8" 30~ WOE: Atkins/whole foods Start Date: January 15, 2003	Yes, prayer is what led me to a low carb lifestyle.

08-03-2008, 10:57 AM	#7
Darkfire MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Baltimore, Maryland 21225 Posts: 1,133 Gallery: Darkfire Stats: 300+/???/137 new scale le sigh WOE: Mostly Paleo/Atkins Organic Start Date: Once Again June 30 08	Not a Christian but I pray and meditate, plead and beg sometimes. It works.

08-03-2008, 11:43 AM	#8
oobladee Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Far North, Cali Posts: 330 Gallery: oobladee Stats: Top BMI: 37; Currently: 30-31 WOE: Moderate fat & cals/hi protein/low carb Start Date: March 2006	wel, obviously prayer does not do the work, we do. However, yes, prayer and positive imagery help me visualize what i will eat all day long. I picture myself ordering food that is on my plan if there is a work party at a restaurant. I picture myself eating my low carb snack in place of office birthday parties. i ask God several times a day to help me remember my food plan and remember that my body is a gift.

08-03-2008, 02:01 PM	#11
SashimiMark MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Worcester, MA Posts: 1,830 Gallery: SashimiMark Stats: 355/275/185 WOE: Low Carb/Carb Cycling Start Date: January 2008	I say whatever works, do it. I'm not religious at all, but I find a lot of similarities between prayer and meditation. And every night when I go to bed, I lie there and think about my day and the mistakes I may have made, how I can improve my life and the lives of those I love. Introspection and self analysis are very important.

08-03-2008, 05:14 PM	#12
thealything Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Niagara Falls Posts: 120 Gallery: thealything Stats: highest:205 / current:180.5 / STG:170 / LTG:130 WOE: Atkins Induction Start Date: May 1, 2008	yay God! oddly enough, it didn't occur to me to pray about losing weight, even though I pray about everything else. I guess I'm worried about it being a vanity thing and that I might be doing it for the wrong reasons and thus God doesn't care about whether I can wear size 4 jeans.

08-03-2008, 05:49 PM	#13
Bonnie _catzy_ Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 16,438 Gallery: Bonnie Stats: (220)186/145/146 (5'8") WOE: Atkins Maintenance Start Date: Restarted 03/24/08 - Goal 11/1/08	in all honesty, no. It never even occurred to me to pray for sticking to my plan. But if it works for you ... go for it.

08-03-2008, 06:38 PM	#15
jtkids Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: CO Posts: 113 Gallery: jtkids Stats: 143/132!!!gaaah!!!/120 WOE: WW and running!	" Be anxious for nothing, but in EVERYTHING by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God." Philippians 4:6 Well, the Bible tells us we can take every concern to God in prayer....that includes weight concerns!

08-05-2008, 12:35 AM	#16
40winks Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 3,829 Gallery: 40winks WOE: Low-Carb Start Date: Restarted 9/28/08 (First time 2002-3: 273/184)	Wow, very interesting. Some wonderful opinions and approaches. FloridaShell, thank you for putting me into your prayers! I'm honored -- and I've stayed on track. I've finished 5 LC days now and starting sometime Friday, calmness replaced my roaring carb cravings. Now I'm hoping (and praying) this wonderful not-hungry calmness will stick around, stop feeling odd, and start feeling normal, lol.

08-05-2008, 04:08 AM	#17
chryl Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Ola, Arkansas Posts: 78 Gallery: chryl	today is my third week , I'm down 15lbs . never would have made it without prayer. PTL & Amen

08-05-2008, 06:50 AM	#19
BeThin MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: WV Posts: 1,112 Gallery: BeThin Stats: 190/175/140 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 2008	It helps in every area.

08-05-2008, 08:07 AM	#20
oobladee Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Far North, Cali Posts: 330 Gallery: oobladee Stats: Top BMI: 37; Currently: 30-31 WOE: Moderate fat & cals/hi protein/low carb Start Date: March 2006	There is a thick line between vanity and loving your body enough to take care of it. Vanity covers a wider range of issues from self involvement to jealousy.

08-05-2008, 01:13 PM	#25
Sunny7 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 122 Gallery: Sunny7	Yes!! prayer works, i asked to have the desire for food to be taken away, and It really has. I also ask to help me stay on plan. God is awesome..He wants us to ask for any thing our heart desires. You have not cause you ask not. I know the Lord led me to low carb. Thank You Lord

08-05-2008, 01:27 PM	#26
b_lou_who Senior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 421 Gallery: b_lou_who Stats: 199.6/156.6/140s by year-end WOE: Atkins...and Simeons (hcg)	I don't do anything without prayer. What I want most out of life is to be friends with my creator, so talking to him about everything I do is a pretty high priority in my life. I don't know if prayer helps with lowcarbing per se, but recognizing how small I am in the big scheme of things, and how important I am to God does help me get through my own issues time after time.

08-05-2008, 02:21 PM	#28
catne Senior LCF Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Smack dab in the Middle Posts: 861 Gallery: catne Stats: way too many x's WOE: Atkins '72/Stillman's Start Date: restart 12/30/2007 (lost w/atkins in 1978, 1998)	can't hurt, that's for sure. What works, works! Last I checked, prayer & meditation were zero carbs, zero calories!

08-05-2008, 02:34 PM	#29
sappl38220 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Northern MN~GODS Country Posts: 550 Gallery: sappl38220 Stats: 198/190/140 WOE: general lo carb Start Date: on & off since Dec '99	Yes, God led me to low carb and HE helps me to stay on track, without HIM, I lose focus completely.