Dang, Mbenson!

[Pam G]

How the heck do you stay under 30 gms of carbs a day?!?

I just had an oz of jerky and tea with a tablespoon of agave and I'm already at 27 gms CHO!

Thanks a lot, My Fitness Pal, for showing me how much sugar I'm actually consuming.....grrrrr

[Ann2]

Knowledge is power.

Answer to your question is: No sugar. None. Zero.

[Crisps]

Hi PamG, youaare doing amazingly well, keep up the good work, i am still trying to get all my protein in, doing ok on the weight loss so far so i must be doing something right, i have tried using fitness pal but dont really like it much, might giv it another try
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[Pam G]

Hi PamG, youaare doing amazingly well, keep up the good work, i am still trying to get all my protein in, doing ok on the weight loss so far so i must be doing something right, i have tried using fitness pal but dont really like it much, might giv it another try
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Yeah, MFP is a real pain from my iPad, but works fine from the computer.

And thanks for the encouragement. <3

[Pam G]

Knowledge is power.

Answer to your question is: No sugar. None. Zero.

����. Nnnnnnooooooo!!! Waaaahhhhhh! How I am to drink my tea? Lol

I've finished all the Korean BBQ pork jerky, so that will help with the sugar issue.

[Shirl]

Have you tried Stevia to try to save on those simple carbs/sugars?

Remember that you can subtract fiber grams from total carbs. For example my goal is 20g of fiber a day, then if my MFP says I had a total of 70g of carbs I actually did 50g. I have read that you can reach ketosis even if you do 30-40g of carbs. You do not have to starve your body of needed complex (good) carbs. Your fat/protein ratio has to be higher always, Ima try to look for those articles for your reading leisure.

Also tea and coffee is supposed to be enjoyed without sweeteners or additives... You will get there!

Ps... I love this article http://rebootedbody.com/ketosis/

[Pam G]

Have you tried Stevia to try to save on those simple carbs/sugars?

Remember that you can subtract fiber grams from total carbs. For example my goal is 20g of fiber a day, then if my MFP says I had a total of 70g of carbs I actually did 50g. I have read that you can reach ketosis even if you do 30-40g of carbs. You do not have to starve your body of needed complex (good) carbs. Your protein has to be much higher ratio always, Ima try to look for those articles for your reading leisure.

Also tea and coffee is supposed to be enjoyed without sweeteners or additives... You will get there!

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OH, Shirl. I like my sweet, flavored creamers with a splash of coffee! Lol

And I have stevia, but artificial sweetners (even stevia) still don't taste right to me. I have cut way down on the amt of agave and honey I put in my tea, so that's a start.

[Pam G]

That Korean BBQ pork jerky was kickin my carb counts into overdrive!

[Shirl]

That Korean BBQ pork jerky was kickin my carb counts into overdrive!

Yep I was going to mention that too. Most jerky is cured with sugars Sadly.

[Shirl]

Try this one: https://peopleschoicebeefjerky.com/p...oned-hot-spicy

[Mbenson5]

Lol, it was a learning process Pam!! I have coffee-lots of it! But long ago I switched to sugar free creamers. Really, you cannot tell the difference. Like Ann said, you have to avoid sugar, period. You have to, have to, have to read every label of what food you put in your mouth! You will be shocked to see how many carbs things that are advertised as "healthy" have a butt-load of carbs! One day I was looking at torillas, and the low carb ones actually had more than the regular kind!! This is what a typical day of low carb looks like for me. Keep in mind, only do this for 2 weeks and take a break! Otherwise, your body will get used to the lower carbs and you won't get that nice loss.

BR-coffee w sugar free creamer, omlette using heavy whipping cream, cheese, and ham. Personally, I never use diet or low-fat foods. Totally your choice, but I think the original foods are less chemically orocessed and much more satisfying.
Sn-maybe 1/4 c of nuts if I am hungry. If not then, I may have them later.
Lu-Salad with grilled chicken. I don't like a lot of dressing, but I don't limit it. No croutons. I add sunflower seeds, bacon bits, etc. Whatever sounds good that day-it shakes things up.
Di-Grilled meat, stir fried veggies with or without cheese
Sweet-Breyers has carb smart bars, so I may have that or Danon light and fit greek. They have the new ones with chocolate-yum!! Strawberries and nuts are my go-to snack

So, that's about it! The Atkins website has a ton of low-carb recipes free. I have made a lot of soups, then have them for lunch throughout the week.

You can do this Pam!!! Feel free to message me any time! Melissa

[Ann2]

Jeez, what an awesome Atkins-diet post, Melissa!

I have never gone low-carb. But if I ever did, I'd re-read and re-read your post above. It does sound pretty tasty.

Pam -- it takes a while to learn what works for you. We've all spent a lifetime swimming in ignorance and wrong info. Over two years into this dealio, I'm still learning every day. Just don't be afraid to try something different than what you've always done. It's just science.

A.

[Sandra3]

i have tried using fitness pal but dont really like it much, might giv it another try
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You could try Sparkpeople, I use that site for several years now and really like how it works, it's easy and there's a lot !! and it's not all about food...work out videos are my fav because they have lot's of choice for people with issues so you can really exercise even with an injury!

[Pam G]

Melissa, I like the SF creamers, but I don't drink much coffee anymore. Now it's tea, to get my fluids in, and while I've decreased the amount of agave/honey I use, I'm still not totally SF. Shirl suggested stevia, but it still tastes funny to me. Hopefully my tastes are still changing and fake sweeteners will be tolerable again!

Now that the BBQ pork jerky is gone, my carb intake will be much lower. . Man, that stuff is so addicting! Jerky is a great snack for me, cause it's high in protein and gives your teeth and jaws a good workout! Lol

[Pam G]

Lol, it was a learning process Pam!! I have coffee-lots of it! But long ago I switched to sugar free creamers. Really, you cannot tell the difference. Like Ann said, you have to avoid sugar, period. You have to, have to, have to read every label of what food you put in your mouth! You will be shocked to see how many carbs things that are advertised as "healthy" have a butt-load of carbs! One day I was looking at torillas, and the low carb ones actually had more than the regular kind!! This is what a typical day of low carb looks like for me. Keep in mind, only do this for 2 weeks and take a break! Otherwise, your body will get used to the lower carbs and you won't get that nice loss.

BR-coffee w sugar free creamer, omlette using heavy whipping cream, cheese, and ham. Personally, I never use diet or low-fat foods. Totally your choice, but I think the original foods are less chemically orocessed and much more satisfying.
Sn-maybe 1/4 c of nuts if I am hungry. If not then, I may have them later.
Lu-Salad with grilled chicken. I don't like a lot of dressing, but I don't limit it. No croutons. I add sunflower seeds, bacon bits, etc. Whatever sounds good that day-it shakes things up.
Di-Grilled meat, stir fried veggies with or without cheese
Sweet-Breyers has carb smart bars, so I may have that or Danon light and fit greek. They have the new ones with chocolate-yum!! Strawberries and nuts are my go-to snack

So, that's about it! The Atkins website has a ton of low-carb recipes free. I have made a lot of soups, then have them for lunch throughout the week.

You can do this Pam!!! Feel free to message me any time! Melissa

Do you actually grill your chicken out on the grill? Do you buy fresh breasts or frozen?

I just looked up those car smart bars....13 gms of carbs.....with the salad, veggies, strawberries....you're still under 30 gms a day?