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13 March 2018

Well, sudden drop after a constant fluctuation between the old lowest weight and 209 lbs. My jeans are loose and my neck and face look thinner. We will see what happens.

Weight:	Lost so far:	Still to go:	Diet followed:
93.4 kg	9.1 kg	14.1 kg	Reasonably Well

(1 comment) Losing 0.0 kg a Week

03 February 2018

I have been using the MCT Powder and adding it to the bullet coffee. What a difference it has made in making my ketosis so much more efficient. I don't measure the blood, nor with the breath ketones. Of course, I would like to do the blood--it is undoubtedly the most accurate method. Nonetheless, I am limited in what I can spend. To me, it is more important to have the right foods, the supplements I need and be able to purchase new clothing. I use the keto strips you pee on. (OMG) Well, for a long time I could not get to the darkest colors--recently I am. You can see the difference it makes. There is a direct correlation between the consistent weight loss. I am surprised (being a woman of my age and all). I lost another half pound yesterday and weights I never imagined to see again seem doable.

I don't know where this journey will take me. I was hoping to (eventually) reach 180 Lbs. Now--the truth is when I set that goal it was out of reach in every way. I could not see myself ever reaching that weight. The scale has not been below 200 for longer than I can remember. In the 70's I was hovering around 165 Lbs and complaining about being too fat. Then, the weight edged up (many contributing factors), and before I knew it, 165 looked fabulous.

I feel optimistic and that I may be able to achieve the 180 mark--first, I need to drop below 200. Not long ago, it seemed impossible to conceive of the scale recording my weight below 220; however, here I am at 206.5 Lbs this morning.

To those struggling--you have to find the way of eating that is right for you. There are many paths to weight loss--they all work if you follow them religiously. Nevertheless, if you cannot conceive of eating similar to the program you are following, I would be concerned. Most of us here have lost weight before, only to gain it all back plus some. My personal goal (as I imagine yours is too) is to lose weight and to maintain that loss. For me, nothing works as well as the KETO diet. I heard it called the Adkin's Diet on steroids. I don't know if I look at that way. I see it using fat to burn fat--it is the chemistry. I feel well, and at the same time, I lose weight. I sincerely hope it keeps working and that I can see the 180 Lbs mark, but for now, I am going to be ecstatic if I can reach the 200 Lbs. I am hoping this will come soon. I had set a goal of 205 for Valentine's Day, but maybe I can beat that timeline. Here's to hoping.

Keep on keeping on. If you fail, don't beat yourself up--just get going again. Set yourself up with the right food and situations to succeed. Honestly, sometimes we are our own worst enemy. (Just a little food for thought.) One last thought--I am seeing the girl I thought was long ago lost. How freaking excited I am. That has got to burn fat, too! (Ha!)

Weight:	Lost so far:	Still to go:	Diet followed:
93.7 kg	8.8 kg	14.3 kg	Reasonably Well

(2 comments) Losing 1.6 kg a Week

02 February 2018

Well, I off to a good start for February. I sincerely hope this continues. Have a happy day!

Weight:	Lost so far:	Still to go:	Diet followed:
93.9 kg	8.6 kg	14.5 kg	Reasonably Well

(1 comment) Losing 1.6 kg a Week

31 January 2018

Between late September and November of 2017, I was taking steroids. I was getting them in various forms to try to overcome the bronchial inflammation and infection. Consider I am not young and I have taken steroids on several occasions --for example when I had back surgery after an injury. Each time dramatic weight gain followed even though I was not eating more calories or doing anything different. I would just pack on the weight. The doctor told me it is only water weight. Is this when I can say whatever? This is my story whether it aligns with their bias or not.

In October and November, I virtually lost nothing except inches around the middle. I was happy despite the fact that the scale just sat there and did nothing. Having been down the road before, I just did what knew what I had to do. I stuck with the program, and I didn't worry about doing anything out of the norm--except to adhere to the Keto program. Okay--there are challenges. My husband is Gluten-free, but not sugar-free. He loves junk food--Cheetos, Chips, Carmel Corn, Candy, etc. I give him credit for being Gluten-free, but I do envy the potato chips, and I would love a couple of the other items too. Nevertheless, I am not touching them. The only non-Keto thing I have done is using a Gluten-free Flour Tortilla to wrap the Christmas Egg Roll, and I had the sweet n sour sauce, too. Sometimes when dining out, I order the baked potato and load the top with sour cream and butter--I eat a few bites with this fat lavished topping. Oh--and during the football season, when Boise State was playing, we would make a pizza using the Gluten-Free tortilla. Yes, I have tried the other crusts--all sorts and I prefer to make this one cheat. It works for both Cliff and me. If we watch the Super Bowl, I am sure we will make this.

In December, I hoped not to gain weight and to lose a bit would be excellent. Well, I dropped another pant size before Christmas--that was three sizes -- an excellent Christmas Gift for myself. I lost four pounds in December. I suppose in comparison to others it might seem like hardly anything. To me, it was outstanding. On this last day of January, I discover that I have lost eight pounds this month, and two additional pant sizes. That means I am down five pant sizes and I bought the last two pair off the Junior Rack--I cannot remember when I did that. I still have a long way to go, but in late January I dropped below the low weight I had achieved before I was diagnosed with cancer in 2014--it was even before the pre-cancerous condition and major surgery in May of 2012. I do not remember exactly when but some time before then. I am four pounds lower than that weight now.

My eyes are set on maintaining this weight and losing more. There is no significant pressure, but I have the hope of losing another three pounds--maybe a little more if possible by Valentine's Day. Not for any reason other than we all know that is February 14th. I don't think I will need to purchase jeans anytime soon. I do look forward to wearing one size smaller. I wonder now if I am addicted to buying the next size down--achieving that positive outcome. I've had worse addictions--not drugs or alcohol-- food was an issue. I think I am addicted to my husband--not as bad as I once was, but OMG the fear of being without him was dreadful. Of course, I cannot bear the thought of losing him, but I don't get ill when he is gone for a day or two. Being dependent upon anything or anyone for your survival is a slippery slope. In my opinion, the only exception is my faith in God. Otherwise, friends, family, and acquaintances have various levels of investment in my well-being. I cannot link my success to that which might not last--even my husband, whom I adore.

Well, I don't journal often. I do write a lengthy post every day on Facebook. I maintain Websites and write a Blog, too! So I share my thoughts a lot, but not so much here. Thanks for your support and encouragement. I will try to get a photo soon. ~ Shela

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31 January 2018

Wow! another pound and these recently purchased jeans (from the junior rack) are fitting better and giving me notice if we keep going I may soon fit into a size I have not seen for more than 25 years--possibly closer to 35+ years, but I don't remember exactly. The last time I remember buying that size would about 40 years ago. So, you bet--I am thrilled. One more pound and I am still hoping to drop below the 205 mark by Valentine's Day. If it were closer to 200, that would be amazing. Whatever, I am happy and keeping up the Keto lifestyle. I need to get a new photo soon!

Weight:	Lost so far:	Still to go:	Diet followed:
94.3 kg	8.2 kg	15.0 kg	Reasonably Well

(3 comments) Losing 0.5 kg a Week

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