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[Fattyfattyboomboom]

Thanks Neen I will have a look on the website. I will also have a go at steaming the courgette too (never really liked it much before but it was nice).

I have to say my angelic behaviour from yesterday was short lived! I recieved a dissapointing phone call and walked straight into the kitchen and ate pretty much a whole tub of pate!!!! What is wrong with me? I am so ashamed and wont know what to tell my husband if he fancies some (pate, hehehe) when he gets home because he would think that was pretty gross. I would not of said i had a big problem with emotional eating before this op but I just dont think I ever realised what I was doing.

Smack my legs please???

Well you hit the nail on the head....you didn't realise it before, but now you do. SO lesson learned. I was just saying this the other day. I didn't think I emotionally ate any more until I was writing stuff down with my food psycho-anyalyst....and after writing stuff down about my evil step-father, I went straight to the fridge on got a piece of ham....and sat down and half way through realised what I had done. I wasn't even hungry.....so it made me realise that it is something I need to deal with. When something stressful happens I have to learn a new way of coping....and for me it has been to write myself a diary_ just for me on the computer....I have a problem and I write how I am feeling, what is making me feel that way and what I can do about it....if there is something I can do I make a plan to do it and change things....if not...then I have to just accept that there is nothing more I can do to change the situation, and move on....then I leave it for a short while and re-read it....I normally feel better any any urge to eat is gone because I was occupied. Then I normally delete it cuz it is over....if it isn't over then I keep it and look back in a few days when I know the situation will look different even it nothing else has changed.....and then I can deal with things and then I delete it so it is gone.

But Leesh it is about recognising what you've done and are doing and find another way to deal with it, other than food. And we all can find our own way to deal with thing differently....but just like anything it takes time to unlearn the habits of a lifetime.

Good luck hun.

 

[Neen]

Yeah I will have a look on her site and see if I can turn a better guide up.
It was just a credit card size bit of card with a few things on it but no mention of veg or meat or whatever.
I can still use them though I guess.

Leesh, I still do that stuff as well...yesterday was a bit like that and I got really peed off about it.
I think we just have to live with the feeling we are trying to eat away...actually go through the disappointment or anger etc..even say out loud the feeling to acknowedge it...then I guess with practice , we feel the feeling and come out the other side without having tried to eat it away.

 

[Mazza]

Yeah I will have a look on her site and see if I can turn a better guide up.
It was just a credit card size bit of card with a few things on it but no mention of veg or meat or whatever.
I can still use them though I guess.

Leesh, I still do that stuff as well...yesterday was a bit like that and I got really peed off about it.
I think we just have to live with the feeling we are trying to eat away...actually go through the disappointment or anger etc..even say out loud the feeling to acknowedge it...then I guess with practice , we feel the feeling and come out the other side without having tried to eat it away.

Neen they are more for measuring portions of carbs such as cereal, pasta, rice, beans and as I recall wine.

A portion of meat should be the size of the cupped palm of your hand and veg should be the main part of the meal.

Its shocking how small the portions are isnt it! give them a go hun x

 

[Neen]

Thanks Mazza..I did have a bash at RC years ago, with the band in I should imagine it will be a lot more filling and easier.
I just bought 3 of her books on offer at amazon so I shall put me and Dean on it.
We're trying to lose weight before Christmas......weighed in to check last week and I am lighter than him for the first time in years and years....mind you he doesn't look too chunky as he's 6'2

 

[Mazza]

Thanks Mazza..I did have a bash at RC years ago, with the band in I should imagine it will be a lot more filling and easier.
I just bought 3 of her books on offer at amazon so I shall put me and Dean on it.
We're trying to lose weight before Christmas......weighed in to check last week and I am lighter than him for the first time in years and years....mind you he doesn't look too chunky as he's 6'2

No probs hun, its really easy to follow and you can see why it used to be called the hip and thigh diet the weight shifts from there more than anywhere else

Always nice to weigh less than your OH, my ex husband was the same height as me and a small build, we used to weigh around the same amount which I didnt like lol

My OH now is taller than me and even at his 'like to be' weight he is 4 stone more than me.

Dont know what it is, maybe because Im tall but him being bigger feels good and comforting

 

[Neen]

I just thought I would share a website that has been made by someone following a low carb diet. She has photos of all the stuff and some of it looks quite good for us banders with a little tweakage here and there.
Measures are american cups but also we can work out the conversions by googling !!

Linda's Low Carb Menus & Recipes - Home

 

[Leesh]

Ffbb, thanks for your comments, and Neen. I just think I have never admitted it before. Think there will be loads of emotional stuff we need to deal with before we reach our targets.

When I start to think about my childhood though and the probable reasons for my overeating I dont want to face it. I know people say you should face your fears but I just want to move on. I went to see a hypnotist once to loose weight and all sorts of crap came up, I think he thought "oh eck bag of worms here" hehe. I just hope I can loose the weight without having to drag long forgotton stuff up.I dont nesessariy think you have to rake through everything do you?

I think a diary that you delete is a good idea. I would never keep a real one though. Used to when I was younger and you change so much over the years that when you go back to them it doint feel like it was you. Its weird.

Can you tell Im feeling quite reflective today??? hehe. Will be positive again tomorrow.

 

[Neen]

Leesh I think though you don't necessarily HAVE to rake up old hurt, what you do have to do is recognise which of those old hurts are still causing you to react and feel pain now after the event.
You have to drop your baggage at some point and move on

 

[Fattyfattyboomboom]

Neen they are more for measuring portions of carbs such as cereal, pasta, rice, beans and as I recall wine.

A portion of meat should be the size of the cupped palm of your hand and veg should be the main part of the meal.

Its shocking how small the portions are isnt it! give them a go hun x

Hey you guys...one of the site I put of yesterday or the day before as the measurements for all food groups and how many portions of each you should have eat day....also there is a page on one of the links that show how to use your had to measure out things like meats cheese etc.....

 

[Rache]

Hi girls x
Well done Jenn!!!! It's going hun

Leesh I love biggest loser and I do actually think the trainers know what they are talking about. If they can get those people slim and changing their lifestyle with no surgery then I think I'm pretty confident in their advice x
I have watched a lot of the seasons as we don't get them all in sequence usually over on british TV..so I download them from the net.
I think their season 10 is underway now, just started...and I am watching season 9.
I think sky actually have season 8 up to date at the moment and I promise no spoilers xxx

I have been a member of Jillians website and it has been a great resource in terms of calorie allowances and recipes etc.
Also have an audio book of Bob's if anyone wants it.

Ooooooooh an audio book of BOB'S!!!! I heart him, what is it about then? life story or something or is it about healthy livin? I'd like to hear that.

Biggest loser is something I found on Neen's diary and am now equally obsessed with it, i actually get withdrawals if it's not on.
I miss the Australian Biggest Loser too, I reaaaaaaalllllllly liked Shan the male trainer......schlurp. Compared to our british one they are a class act.
Huge pat on the back to Neen for that little introduction..... cheers luvvie

 

[Fattyfattyboomboom]

Thanks Mazza..I did have a bash at RC years ago, with the band in I should imagine it will be a lot more filling and easier.
I just bought 3 of her books on offer at amazon so I shall put me and Dean on it.
We're trying to lose weight before Christmas......weighed in to check last week and I am lighter than him for the first time in years and years....mind you he doesn't look too chunky as he's 6'2

Funny that...my husband is also 6'2, our similarities are scary sometimes...*LOL* You've got the same distance to travel to get a kiss too! *LOL*

 

[Rache]

hi all,
well i went to the support group meeting and i have to say what a great bunch of people. I felt really welcome.

I met our Rache, sambucca and Angie which was really good. I will defo be going back again. I met someone i know but i didn't recognise him lol he's had a bypass and looks totally different!.

The guest speaker was a very nice plastic surgeon, who told us all the different procedures he did, and that they have the go ahead to do tummy op's as long as you fit his strict criteria...bmi under 30, don't smoke and your over hang has to be a certain size. Arms and legs are never done on the nhs well brum anyway. The way he can uplift breasts was interesting by using a layer from under you skin sewing it to your ribcage in a mound and hey presto new boobs!! although i'm sure it's a tad more technical than that lol.

Will weigh tomorrow jenn and let you know and well done on your pound off

It was lovely to meet you Kelly, and great to meet Sam too. The group has grown so much recently, don't know if I've ever seen that many people there tbh. Ang and Sarah are both so lovely, and have been absolute rocks as well as welcoming and fun to be around. I look forward to my one night out a month

 

[Rache]

Kelly-- no worries hun. I am glad you found the meeting useful and friendly. It's great that you have such support in your area.


Thanks about the lose....only 3 more to go and then yeah..... I will be happier....or so I think till I have another bad day!! *LOL*

You'll do it Jenn I have every faith in you xx

 

[Fattyfattyboomboom]

well this new site is great...i have spent all day putting in recipes that we use and the portions each recipe makes and it works out the calories based on the food.....it is amazing.....plus it also showed me how many calories I burned with my exercise today...and you can either use them up or not....but it will shows me that I will still lose 2 lbs per week by keeping to the caloric intake they suggest...and ti does reports...I am like a kid in a candy store....it's my christmas pressie to myself.hehehe

 

[Fattyfattyboomboom]

You'll do it Jenn I have every faith in you xx

thanks sweetie...I am appreciate the encouragement and faith!

 

[Fattyfattyboomboom]

Oh also looking on their little food lists...It has really made me think about bread...I don't each much but it makes me want to eat less....even wholemeal is 90 calories a slice.....i would rather have 2 ryvitas for 75 cals...then 1 slice of bread! *LOL*

 

[Rache]

Sounds like you had a lovely time Kelly! Well done for going
I wish I could get to one!
I got my rc portion pots today...wow some of them..(most of them) are teeny...gulp
I was a bit disappointed with the info card.I was hoping for a better usage guide

My colleague gave me her set of RC measures a few months agao and I have to be honest they only got used when I was on so little preop, so it'll be nice to get them out and finally start using them.
Yesterday she also gave me a load of recipe books and info on the RC plan, I am off for half term so fully intend to pour over them. Will let you know of any fab tips as I come accross them.
I've never done RC before always been an SW girl, no longer have those books tho so gotta do what I can, and cal count I can.

I've been following your treats at weekend thing too, managed a whole day!!! (for me a miracle so I am going to pat myself on my back)
today tho I did have a cake, a colleague has a burpday next week and as she is off she bought them in today, and it was blooming gorgeous!!
Will be good tomorrow tho as I've had mine now so won't be tempted.
am back to pilates tomorrow too. We have a girl come to our work on friday lunchtime and I spend a whole hour and a half on me, stretching and gradually killing myself. I love it! not done it for agas tho so will more than likely suffer for it Saturday.

 

[Rache]

Thanks Neen I will have a look on the website. I will also have a go at steaming the courgette too (never really liked it much before but it was nice).

I have to say my angelic behaviour from yesterday was short lived! I recieved a dissapointing phone call and walked straight into the kitchen and ate pretty much a whole tub of pate!!!! What is wrong with me? I am so ashamed and wont know what to tell my husband if he fancies some (pate, hehehe) when he gets home because he would think that was pretty gross. I would not of said i had a big problem with emotional eating before this op but I just dont think I ever realised what I was doing.

Smack my legs please???

No smacking required I think it's great you've acknowledged it..... one step closer to acting before it happens next time luv xx

 

[Neen]

Thanks Jenn I will try and remember to do a print out of the portion sizes you linked to for the kitchen.
Your site membership sounds the same as my Jillian Michaels one..lots of calculators and recipes and tips etc.
I have mine til December so I am getting as much saved info as I can and it's been useful.
I have the Biggest Loser game on the wii which is fun and useful as well.

I have persuaded Dean to do the RC gi diet with me for a week next week and we'll just see how we do.

Rache I have the audio book, it does cover a lot about emotional eating and although I don't have the pdf files , you can apply the theory to any diet because it's basically tackling the head hunger and comfort eating more.
When I finish uploading it I will message you with the link.
It's two hours long but its very good!

 

[Fattyfattyboomboom]

Thanks Jenn I will try and remember to do a print out of the portion sizes you linked to for the kitchen.
Your site membership sounds the same as my Jillian Michaels one..lots of calculators and recipes and tips etc.
I have mine til December so I am getting as much saved info as I can and it's been useful.
I have the Biggest Loser game on the wii which is fun and useful as well.

I have persuaded Dean to do the RC gi diet with me for a week next week and we'll just see how we do.

Rache I have the audio book, it does cover a lot about emotional eating and although I don't have the pdf files , you can apply the theory to any diet because it's basically tackling the head hunger and comfort eating more.
When I finish uploading it I will message you with the link.
It's two hours long but its very good!

how does the biggest loser on the wii work.....


I soooooooo can't wait till i get thinner...I so want to go to a theme park and get on the rides without embarrassment..........