Brenda's ickle update thread.....
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ladyfelsham
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OMG you are all going to be toned goddesses when we meet! 
rosebug
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Bren - how close are you to your ideal weight? I was reading a few Atkins pages last night and it said some people do better on slightly higher carbs, as long as theyre from good things. Or maybe you need more of your intake from fat and less from protein/veg? I noticed I haven't been with in the Atkins guidelines - too much protein not enough fat - and will be looking at changing that next week.
I don't know, I hate weighing and measuring so that is why I thought atkins was a lot easier, but maybe I need to have a go, really don't think I am overdoing the protein and I do get fat in through cream, cheese, mayo, olive oil so not really sure where I am going wrong really. Maybe the vlcd does more damage to your metabolism, especially at my advanced age, than you realise?
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Ffft 'advanced age'.
I'm sure they do damage the metabolism to a degree although for me it's a year since my last try with Cambridge and longer since my original big loss with them, and I went back to eating rubbish several times in between which meant my body wasn't still expecting starvation rations. From the number of people on here who went straight or nearly straight to Atkins from a vlcd and are struggling it does seem like it's better for maintaining the loss than continuing it in a major way, for a lot of people. I think, honestly, that may be the case with any food based diet though and low carb is one of the better choices.
You might try swapping the quax flax and celery soup for more protein/fat based choices for a week and just see if it has an effect?
I'm sure they do damage the metabolism to a degree although for me it's a year since my last try with Cambridge and longer since my original big loss with them, and I went back to eating rubbish several times in between which meant my body wasn't still expecting starvation rations. From the number of people on here who went straight or nearly straight to Atkins from a vlcd and are struggling it does seem like it's better for maintaining the loss than continuing it in a major way, for a lot of people. I think, honestly, that may be the case with any food based diet though and low carb is one of the better choices.
You might try swapping the quax flax and celery soup for more protein/fat based choices for a week and just see if it has an effect?
can't do without my flax or my innards sieze up lol - only thing that works for me consistently (iykwim) and the soup is only a snack in between protein/fat meals really but will try and mix it up a bit and see what happens, had a few more carbs tonight than usual but also had a wine and a whiskey so who knows what the scales will show tomorrow. Lets keep going though - no giving up whatever the circumstances xx
rosebug
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No giving up, Bren xx
I only suggest switching up the flax and soup as they're the only things you have pretty much daily, and it means you don't get a protein hit until later in the day. No idea if it's a dodgy theory but I do remember Atkins saying to spread the protein and carbs evenly through the day. Maybe a protein breakfast and quax flax as your snack, and miss the soup? Or just eat a little protein (more than cream) with your flax? Just a suggestion because I can't see anything obvious to fix.
I only suggest switching up the flax and soup as they're the only things you have pretty much daily, and it means you don't get a protein hit until later in the day. No idea if it's a dodgy theory but I do remember Atkins saying to spread the protein and carbs evenly through the day. Maybe a protein breakfast and quax flax as your snack, and miss the soup? Or just eat a little protein (more than cream) with your flax? Just a suggestion because I can't see anything obvious to fix.
Afternoon folks
I knew they had sent Dad home too soon, he has been re-admitted this morning as he was very confused and struggling to breathe, don't think the machine he has at home provides him with enough oxygen really, so they are going to have to think again about his care at home. My sis is with him so we are waiting for an update from her once he is settled.
Still working on setting up my new phone, having a little break on here as it is getting me a bit wound up as these things do when they don't seem to do what they are supposed to do - will get there in the end.
Supposed to be going to a gig tonight - we shall see how we feel later.
Missus has gone out to buy some neon tetras for our tank and a bone for the dog.
That is my day so far (including watching the lovely James Martin this morning and doing some housework in between, oh and going up town for papers and lottery - have done more than just play with my new toy).
I knew they had sent Dad home too soon, he has been re-admitted this morning as he was very confused and struggling to breathe, don't think the machine he has at home provides him with enough oxygen really, so they are going to have to think again about his care at home. My sis is with him so we are waiting for an update from her once he is settled.
Still working on setting up my new phone, having a little break on here as it is getting me a bit wound up as these things do when they don't seem to do what they are supposed to do - will get there in the end.
Supposed to be going to a gig tonight - we shall see how we feel later.
Missus has gone out to buy some neon tetras for our tank and a bone for the dog.
That is my day so far (including watching the lovely James Martin this morning and doing some housework in between, oh and going up town for papers and lottery - have done more than just play with my new toy).
ladyfelsham
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Oh sorry to hear about your dad, Bren, but at least they can keep an eye on the oxygen levels in hospital where they have everything to hand.
Hope you get to the gig - you always enjoy them so much
Hope you get to the gig - you always enjoy them so much
rosebug
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((hugs)). Relatives, eh. Nana made it at home for 7 days before being readmitted. I went in to see her today though expecting it to be terrible as last time she had surgery she had to have 3 blood transfusions and was touch and go for two months, but it seems like she's stronger this time, and morphined up to her eyeballs she wasn't too despondent. Really hope they can sort out a solution that works for your dad, and in the meantime he's being looked after and they'll get him back on track asap.
Take care, and say hi to the fishies from me. Do they all get names?
Take care, and say hi to the fishies from me. Do they all get names?
rosebug
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Quak said:Thanks Rose, not easy is it? Horrible to see someone who has been in your life all along get so weak and helpless
Fishes - good lord no, only one has a name and he is a HUGE plec called Monty - everthing else is just called fish lol
It's terrifying. My nana raised me as much as my mum did and was famed for being the fastest walker I knew. Now her legs are practically useless and all I want to do is fix her because mentally she's still so there. But all we can ever do is the best we can and loving someone is already doing a lot. Having spent so much time on these wards, someone thinking and caring about you is a precious commodity.
You'll have to post fish piccies one day. I love aquariums. I used to keep stick insects when I was little and valiantly tried to name them all as they bred like wildfire.
No dancing tonight, just could not be arsed to get ready and go out, but it was my decision in the end so nobody else to blame but just was not in the mood. Thanks Clare, Rose and Katie, much appreciated.
Rose, will post piccies but not allowed to put lights on tonight as new ones are now in tank, might have some somewhere of Monty, will have a look when I have a minute (if I ever finish setting up my phone).
Rose, will post piccies but not allowed to put lights on tonight as new ones are now in tank, might have some somewhere of Monty, will have a look when I have a minute (if I ever finish setting up my phone).
ladyfelsham
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Hiya Bren - hope you have a bit more energy today, hun, and hope there's better news re your dad xx
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