Please view my feedback - I can't stop gaining!!!

luv_bug · 11-27-2009, 07:28 AM

Please view my ****** log and give feedback. Background information: I'm eating completely clean but can't seem to get the scale to stop moving up ... I'm 5'5" and currently 147 lbs (the latest jump on the scale) I think you can see the "weight change" on my page. This summer I was 141.5 lbs (up and down 1 lb) Now I'm really up. I would love feedback on whether you see any problem foods, etc.

Thanks :-)

http://www.******.com/fitness/Public...er=rebeccawall

ADDED: Please note that for today, I WILL be eating more ... it's only 7:28 this morning...

dartstar1 · 11-27-2009, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by luv_bug

Please view my ****** log and give feedback. Background information: I'm eating completely clean but can't seem to get the scale to stop moving up ... I'm 5'5" and currently 147 lbs (the latest jump on the scale) I think you can see the "weight change" on my page. This summer I was 141.5 lbs (up and down 1 lb) Now I'm really up. I would love feedback on whether you see any problem foods, etc.

Thanks :-)

rebeccawall - free online diet and fitness journal

ADDED: Please note that for today, I WILL be eating more ... it's only 7:28 this morning...

IMO I would drop some of those veggies and ADD more Protein try to keep your carbs around 5-8 per day and see if this starts you?
When I hit even have a small stall I will eat 2 meals of just protein/ fat
I will eat my veg carbs in the middle of the day
I hope this helps

laureninva · 11-27-2009, 08:52 AM

Hmm, I dunno, the things that stand out to me is that your calories and carbs might be too high. Its possible that your metabolism is slower that the average person of your weight. You seem to be averaging around 1300 calories and 25-30 carbs per day. There are lots of people out there who can't go over 20 carbs a day and lose. You unfortunately might be one of those people. Same for calories. I average around 1300-1400 per day with less than 20 carbs and I weigh a heck of a lot more than you do, and I am losing around 3 lbs per week. Some people have to watch calories more strictly than others, its just the way it is. First thing I would try is cutting your carbs back under 20. And if that doesn't get the scale moving downward, then try also cutting your calories back by 100 per day. Hope that helps.

2bflawless · 11-27-2009, 09:07 AM

This same thing happened to me and it was my thyroid...it tanked. I had no other symptoms initially other than unexplained weight gain. I ignored it until I actually not only gained and couldn't lose but felt very sick (1 year later- I enjoyed eating LC so did not change WOE). I found someone to treat my thyroid and properly medicate me and the weight came off eating the same LC way that had worked before. IMHO, it is not normal to just to gain weight eating the same way that helped you lose initially. HTH, good luck.

E.T.A. Check out the thyroid thread there are a lot of people who have similiar stories on there, I was shocked. I had 4 doctors initially tell me my thyroid was fine and I should eat 500-1000 calories to lose and maintain even though I worked out 5-6 days a week lifting heavy weights and intense cardio.

torister · 11-27-2009, 09:31 AM

I don't think you are eating ENOUGH. I am seeing you are only eating 814 calories. That is IMO not enough. I am no expert tho.

peanutte · 11-27-2009, 09:48 AM

That 814 was for today, so I assume it's only the foods she's eaten thus far. The other days show an average of about 1300 a day.

peanutte · 11-27-2009, 09:54 AM

luvbug, I did look at several days' worth of your menus and your food looks super clean and simple and good.

People have mentioned thyroid stuff, as well as carbs and calories. I personally think your carbs and calories look fine. Go to your doctor and get your thyroid checked, so that at least you'll know one way or the other.

torister · 11-27-2009, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by peanutte

That 814 was for today, so I assume it's only the foods she's eaten thus far. The other days show an average of about 1300 a day.

Oops..my bad...:blush: Can I blame turkey hangover?

peanutte · 11-27-2009, 09:56 AM

I had the same thought when I first looked at it, Peggy!

torister · 11-27-2009, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by peanutte

I had the same thought when I first looked at it, Peggy!

I know! I would faint with only that many calories. After seeing the "real picture", I would also recommend seeing your Dr. and having bloodwork done for your thyroid. Last year about 2 mos into Low carbing I started gaining weight eating the same percentages that had me losing weight. Lo and behold my levels were all out of whack.

Hope things get straightened out soon for you. I know how frustrating it is.

luv_bug · 11-27-2009, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by torister

I don't think you are eating ENOUGH. I am seeing you are only eating 814 calories. That is IMO not enough. I am no expert tho.

Please read the intitial comment about this not being my whole day (I enter as I eat my meals - I don't plan meals in advance - it's only lunch time here.. so I haven't eaten dinner yet... or a snack)

jezzie · 11-27-2009, 01:36 PM

I think you may have skipped over posts 7 through 9.
Pointed out - and acknowledged - several hours ago.

Leo41 · 11-27-2009, 02:39 PM

If you see a doctor, be sure he or she orders tests of both T4 and T3 in addition to TSH. It would help if you could get the doctor to oder the FREE T4 and T3, which measures what's usable in your body.

If your T3 is low (even if in range), your weight WILL creep up regardless of anything you do.

Steve Parker · 11-27-2009, 04:02 PM

How about adding a little exercise? Or did I overlook it in your record?

-Steve

luv_bug · 11-27-2009, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Steve Parker, M.D.

How about adding a little exercise? Or did I overlook it in your record?

-Steve

I am excercising - I don't use ****** to track that though ... I'm more using it for nutrition needs, etc.

Gosh, I sure wish that it was easier to figure this all out!

fawn · 11-27-2009, 05:59 PM

Becky, I think your menu looks great. It's quite similar to mine as far as ratios are concerned.

I think we have a couple of factors at play here, first and foremost, it's getting cold girl and I am hearing about a few pound weight gain all over the place! As we all know, the endocrine system has to do some winterizing and this might take time to adjust.

And yes, you might just need some thyroid testing. If it doesn't go above say 5-6lbs. don't worry too much.....

Make sure you're getting your D3 too being up there in Canada!

luv_bug · 11-27-2009, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by fawn

Becky, I think your menu looks great. It's quite similar to mine as far as ratios are concerned.

I think we have a couple of factors at play here, first and foremost, it's getting cold girl and I am hearing about a few pound weight gain all over the place! As we all know, the endocrine system has to do some winterizing and this might take time to adjust.

And yes, you might just need some thyroid testing. If it doesn't go above say 5-6lbs. don't worry too much.....

Make sure you're getting your D3 too being up there in Canada!

Thanks fawn :-)
I'll keep watching it, and if I have any more issues - I'll go to the doc...
It's funny, I never had this weight gain thing last year with the cold... Why suddenly this year?

fawn · 11-27-2009, 06:16 PM

I don't know Becky.....none of us know. But, our biochemistry does change! Don't freak out, let's just monitor it.....

luv_bug · 11-27-2009, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by fawn

I don't know Becky.....none of us know. But, our biochemistry does change! Don't freak out, let's just monitor it.....

Thanks Fawn! You are such a great friend! Seriously ... I really appreciate it ... How long have you been following this WOE now? How long did it take you to lose it all??? Did you have any of these "bumps" in the road?

katlj · 11-27-2009, 09:41 PM

You didn't mention this, so I assume the answer is "no," but you haven't quit smoking recently, have you?

luv_bug · 11-27-2009, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by katlj

You didn't mention this, so I assume the answer is "no," but you haven't quit smoking recently, have you?

nope .. but maybe I should start if it's going to get the scale to go down.. tee,hee

katlj · 11-27-2009, 10:20 PM

Can I tell you how much I DON'T recommend that???

shykins · 11-28-2009, 12:03 AM

same happened to me, was eating clean and exercising and i just started gaining. i swopped to VLC for weekdays and induction at weekends and it started moving again

i now do VLC weekdays and maintenance at weekends and am maintiaing fairly easily with that (well except for when i spend 2 weeks in egypt but thats another story!!)

HTH

torister · 11-28-2009, 02:40 AM

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Originally Posted by luv_bug

Please read the intitial comment about this not being my whole day (I enter as I eat my meals - I don't plan meals in advance - it's only lunch time here.. so I haven't eaten dinner yet... or a snack)

I know...I responded with "my bad"....and then suggested seeing your doctor about your thyroid.

suzanneyea · 11-28-2009, 03:14 AM

I will never understand some weight gain. I have weeks where I eat like a horse and lose weight and then period when I barely eat and I go up a few pounds. I blame my hormones! LOL

CarolynF · 11-28-2009, 06:22 AM

This happens to alot of us. Our bodies get used to our diets and become more efficient using the calories.

You are basically at a great weight. I do believe LCers can weigh more and look thinner because we don't lose the muscle that other lowfat dieters lose.

The only thing I would do is to cut back on your fat to around 50-55 percent and see what happens. Good luck..You have done great!!

Kerry · 11-28-2009, 07:00 AM

I'm going to shoot in the dark....

correct me if im wrong (I have been lurking alot more then posting recently)
you said you have recently started exercising.. This can cause gain..
I have been eating the same over the last 2 weeks (since I have started going to the gym) and gained.. I know exercise, espically when you just starting out, you gain water weight to help repair muscle (and this will also happen after hard workouts)

fawn · 11-28-2009, 09:22 AM

Becky, it's been nice getting to know you

I've been low carbing for almost 10 years now and yes, I've had fluctuations. I've been freaked out and yes, I too have gained from exercise, in the winter, yes as Suzanne says, hormones. I don't freak out though if it's less than 5 or 6 lbs. I stomp around, get bummed out if I'm bloated but hey, it happens!

Like shykins, I reduce my carbs and clean up for a few days if I'm really feeling sluggish. I like to incorporate at least 2 very low carb days in my week. You might try that too now that you've your your new Wii.

MarcyDarcy · 11-28-2009, 01:37 PM

Hi, I'm new to this and haven't seen your info on ******, but I was wondering if you've had a fasting blood sugar and A1C done lately? (if you've already covered this, sorry)

InspiredBlue · 11-29-2009, 05:47 AM

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Originally Posted by OurLuvsFromAbove

I'm going to shoot in the dark....

correct me if im wrong (I have been lurking alot more then posting recently)
you said you have recently started exercising.. This can cause gain..
I have been eating the same over the last 2 weeks (since I have started going to the gym) and gained.. I know exercise, espically when you just starting out, you gain water weight to help repair muscle (and this will also happen after hard workouts)

Yes, you (the OP) mentioned starting exercising in the last two threads you started about your weight gain, but left it out this time. Regardless of the whole what weighs more per per cubic inch discussion

, even if you aren't working out with weights, just starting a new exercise regimen can make your body hold on to water.

11-27-2009, 07:28 AM	#1
luv_bug Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 1,151 Gallery: luv_bug Stats: 265/150/135 WOE: Atkins Start Date: February 2007	Please view my feedback - I can't stop gaining!!! Please view my **** log and give feedback. Background information: I'm eating completely clean but can't seem to get the scale to stop moving up ... I'm 5'5" and currently 147 lbs (the latest jump on the scale) I think you can see the "weight change" on my page. This summer I was 141.5 lbs (up and down 1 lb) Now I'm really up. I would love feedback on whether you see any problem foods, etc. Thanks :-) http://www.***.com/fitness/Public...er=rebeccawall ADDED: Please note that for today, I WILL be eating more ... it's only 7:28 this morning... Last edited by luv_bug; 11-27-2009 at 07:29 AM.. Reason: added info*

11-27-2009, 08:52 AM	#3
laureninva Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Woodbridge Virginia Posts: 3,426 Gallery: laureninva Stats: 309/215/150 WOE: Atkins forever this time Start Date: Restart 8/12/09 at 309	Hmm, I dunno, the things that stand out to me is that your calories and carbs might be too high. Its possible that your metabolism is slower that the average person of your weight. You seem to be averaging around 1300 calories and 25-30 carbs per day. There are lots of people out there who can't go over 20 carbs a day and lose. You unfortunately might be one of those people. Same for calories. I average around 1300-1400 per day with less than 20 carbs and I weigh a heck of a lot more than you do, and I am losing around 3 lbs per week. Some people have to watch calories more strictly than others, its just the way it is. First thing I would try is cutting your carbs back under 20. And if that doesn't get the scale moving downward, then try also cutting your calories back by 100 per day. Hope that helps. __________________ -94 Cholesterol went from 202 to 135 after 4 mos. on Atkins!

11-27-2009, 09:07 AM	#4
2bflawless Do you know your CCLL? Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: q Posts: 2,859 Gallery: 2bflawless	This same thing happened to me and it was my thyroid...it tanked. I had no other symptoms initially other than unexplained weight gain. I ignored it until I actually not only gained and couldn't lose but felt very sick (1 year later- I enjoyed eating LC so did not change WOE). I found someone to treat my thyroid and properly medicate me and the weight came off eating the same LC way that had worked before. IMHO, it is not normal to just to gain weight eating the same way that helped you lose initially. HTH, good luck. E.T.A. Check out the thyroid thread there are a lot of people who have similiar stories on there, I was shocked. I had 4 doctors initially tell me my thyroid was fine and I should eat 500-1000 calories to lose and maintain even though I worked out 5-6 days a week lifting heavy weights and intense cardio. Last edited by 2bflawless; 11-27-2009 at 09:10 AM..

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11-27-2009, 09:31 AM	#5
torister Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Nov 2008 Posts: 4,345 Gallery: torister	I don't think you are eating ENOUGH. I am seeing you are only eating 814 calories. That is IMO not enough. I am no expert tho.

11-27-2009, 09:48 AM	#6
peanutte Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 10,217 Gallery: peanutte Stats: 188 then/118 now WOE: Atkins maintenance Start Date: 01/03/09	That 814 was for today, so I assume it's only the foods she's eaten thus far. The other days show an average of about 1300 a day.

11-27-2009, 09:54 AM	#7
peanutte Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 10,217 Gallery: peanutte Stats: 188 then/118 now WOE: Atkins maintenance Start Date: 01/03/09	luvbug, I did look at several days' worth of your menus and your food looks super clean and simple and good. People have mentioned thyroid stuff, as well as carbs and calories. I personally think your carbs and calories look fine. Go to your doctor and get your thyroid checked, so that at least you'll know one way or the other.

11-27-2009, 09:56 AM	#9
peanutte Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 10,217 Gallery: peanutte Stats: 188 then/118 now WOE: Atkins maintenance Start Date: 01/03/09	I had the same thought when I first looked at it, Peggy!

11-27-2009, 01:36 PM	#12
jezzie Old Wise One Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Hudson River Valley Posts: 45,377 Gallery: jezzie Stats: choosing to be scale-free; WOE: (48% C; 33% Fat; 19% P; ) Start Date: 11/22/11 - MediterrAsian, Flexitarian, Oz-ish	I think you may have skipped over posts 7 through 9. Pointed out - and acknowledged - several hours ago.

11-27-2009, 02:39 PM	#13
Leo41 Senior LCF member Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 8,426 Gallery: Leo41 Stats: 340 then/145 now WOE: Low carb/calorie cycling	If you see a doctor, be sure he or she orders tests of both T4 and T3 in addition to TSH. It would help if you could get the doctor to oder the FREE T4 and T3, which measures what's usable in your body. If your T3 is low (even if in range), your weight WILL creep up regardless of anything you do.

11-27-2009, 04:02 PM	#14
Steve Parker Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Scottsdale, Arizona USA Posts: 280 Gallery: Steve Parker Stats: 173/168/160 WOE: Low-Carb Mediterranean Diet Start Date: September 1, 2009	How about adding a little exercise? Or did I overlook it in your record? -Steve

11-27-2009, 05:59 PM	#16
fawn Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 16,072 Gallery: fawn	Becky, I think your menu looks great. It's quite similar to mine as far as ratios are concerned. I think we have a couple of factors at play here, first and foremost, it's getting cold girl and I am hearing about a few pound weight gain all over the place! As we all know, the endocrine system has to do some winterizing and this might take time to adjust. And yes, you might just need some thyroid testing. If it doesn't go above say 5-6lbs. don't worry too much..... Make sure you're getting your D3 too being up there in Canada!

11-27-2009, 06:16 PM	#18
fawn Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 16,072 Gallery: fawn	I don't know Becky.....none of us know. But, our biochemistry does change! Don't freak out, let's just monitor it.....

11-27-2009, 09:41 PM	#20
katlj Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: South Florida Posts: 235 Gallery: katlj Stats: 142/134/btw. 127-125 5'7" WOE: Atkins Start Date: restart (again sigh): 8/4/09	You didn't mention this, so I assume the answer is "no," but you haven't quit smoking recently, have you?

11-27-2009, 10:20 PM	#22
katlj Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: South Florida Posts: 235 Gallery: katlj Stats: 142/134/btw. 127-125 5'7" WOE: Atkins Start Date: restart (again sigh): 8/4/09	Can I tell you how much I DON'T recommend that???

11-28-2009, 12:03 AM	#23
shykins Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: UK Posts: 3,984 Gallery: shykins Stats: 262/147 goal WOE: atkins Start Date: 19th April 2004	same happened to me, was eating clean and exercising and i just started gaining. i swopped to VLC for weekdays and induction at weekends and it started moving again i now do VLC weekdays and maintenance at weekends and am maintiaing fairly easily with that (well except for when i spend 2 weeks in egypt but thats another story!!) HTH

11-28-2009, 03:14 AM	#25
suzanneyea Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: May 2008 Location: Montreal, QC Posts: 9,098 Gallery: suzanneyea Stats: 156/124/120 WOE: back to zc!	I will never understand some weight gain. I have weeks where I eat like a horse and lose weight and then period when I barely eat and I go up a few pounds. I blame my hormones! LOL

11-28-2009, 06:22 AM	#26
CarolynF Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Kansas Posts: 36,832 Gallery: CarolynF Stats: 195/141/139 WOE: Eat Fat, Get Thin Start Date: January 2001	This happens to alot of us. Our bodies get used to our diets and become more efficient using the calories. You are basically at a great weight. I do believe LCers can weigh more and look thinner because we don't lose the muscle that other lowfat dieters lose. The only thing I would do is to cut back on your fat to around 50-55 percent and see what happens. Good luck..You have done great!!

11-28-2009, 07:00 AM	#27
Kerry I'm not fat, I'm fluffy Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Brooklyn Ny Posts: 6,608 Gallery: Kerry Stats: Post Preg:195/151/140 (pre prego 230/135/130) WOE: PALEO/PRIMAL just call me cave lady! Start Date: Low carb living a few yrs now.. Restart Nov 2010	I'm going to shoot in the dark.... correct me if im wrong (I have been lurking alot more then posting recently) you said you have recently started exercising.. This can cause gain.. I have been eating the same over the last 2 weeks (since I have started going to the gym) and gained.. I know exercise, espically when you just starting out, you gain water weight to help repair muscle (and this will also happen after hard workouts)

11-28-2009, 09:22 AM	#28
fawn Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 16,072 Gallery: fawn	Becky, it's been nice getting to know you I've been low carbing for almost 10 years now and yes, I've had fluctuations. I've been freaked out and yes, I too have gained from exercise, in the winter, yes as Suzanne says, hormones. I don't freak out though if it's less than 5 or 6 lbs. I stomp around, get bummed out if I'm bloated but hey, it happens! Like shykins, I reduce my carbs and clean up for a few days if I'm really feeling sluggish. I like to incorporate at least 2 very low carb days in my week. You might try that too now that you've your your new Wii.

11-28-2009, 01:37 PM	#29
MarcyDarcy Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: San Angelo, Texas Posts: 1,676 Gallery: MarcyDarcy Stats: 195/180/173 goal: 135 or maybe lower WOE: Atkins Start Date: November 2009	Hi, I'm new to this and haven't seen your info on ******, but I was wondering if you've had a fasting blood sugar and A1C done lately? (if you've already covered this, sorry)