Today is day #51. I am happy to report that I have lost 30.5lbs! I have lost a total of 43 inches. 11.5 of those 43 inches are from my hips!
I lost 3lbs this week and 5.5 inches. Though the loss was a little slow this week and I stalled for a few days, I am still pleased. I was able to throw out (well, donate to Good-Will) an entire laundry basket of clothes last weekend. I am fitting into my smaller sizes and even some of those are loose.
I have fallen in love with loose leaf tea and drink a cup in the evening when I get home from work. I am on the search for interesting flavors of black tea at the moment.
I don't typically care for green beans, but have found a fondness for them as well as plain steamed broccoli and cauliflower. Of course these foods are not on the original protocol that Dr. Simeons developed, but on the modified plan they are allowed. And it is a good thing for me as salads are getting a tad boring!
This diet has helped with some of my health issues. No migraines in over a month! I have been able to cut out one of my medications for my polycystic ovarian syndrome as it causes hypoglycemia now.
Though extreme, this diet is working for me. I am looking forward to traveling home in October. I have changed my mini goal from 50lbs lost by October 26th to 55-60lbs. I think this is doable because of my 30.5lb success in 51 days!
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Week 6 Re-Cap or the End of Round 1!
43 Days are complete! I feel better already! I have more energy and don't dread getting on the scale near as much. My journey is far from over though!
Down another 5lbs this week! That is a total of 27.5lbs lost. I have lost over 38 inches from neck to ankles as well.
We are having ceviche tonight. I look forward to it! HCG recipe to come soon. Don't worry this can be made with cooked scallops if you are fearful of raw fish. I happen to love raw fish, so no fear from me!!!
As I have mentioned I have mini goals set along the way. My next is set for October 28th (about 73 days away I think). I hope to have lost another 23lbs by then to get my total of 50lbs lost. I would love it to see an even larger amount lost by then though . I have purchased my ticket, found my costume (waiting for a bit to order to get an even smaller size!), and have lots of plans with family and friends!!!!
I say it is the end of round 1 because a typical round on the Simeon's protocol is 43 days. I am not stopping here however. I am going to follow the OWL plan and continue on my plan without any breaks. Rogue, I know. But it is working for me. I don't feel any immunity, so I am pressing forward!
On to round two and another 43 days! Have a great week!
Down another 5lbs this week! That is a total of 27.5lbs lost. I have lost over 38 inches from neck to ankles as well.
We are having ceviche tonight. I look forward to it! HCG recipe to come soon. Don't worry this can be made with cooked scallops if you are fearful of raw fish. I happen to love raw fish, so no fear from me!!!
As I have mentioned I have mini goals set along the way. My next is set for October 28th (about 73 days away I think). I hope to have lost another 23lbs by then to get my total of 50lbs lost. I would love it to see an even larger amount lost by then though . I have purchased my ticket, found my costume (waiting for a bit to order to get an even smaller size!), and have lots of plans with family and friends!!!!
I say it is the end of round 1 because a typical round on the Simeon's protocol is 43 days. I am not stopping here however. I am going to follow the OWL plan and continue on my plan without any breaks. Rogue, I know. But it is working for me. I don't feel any immunity, so I am pressing forward!
On to round two and another 43 days! Have a great week!
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Pizza-Chick
I miss pizza. When pregnant with Lou I craved it constantly! So on this diet, I sometimes miss it!
I cannot take all the credit for this one. Hungry Girl has a recipe that is similar called pizza-fied chicken (Cooking Channel or Food Network). Her version is 280 calories and like 6 grams of fat. I think I can do a little better and modify it to meet the OWL plan at least.
This really won't be Simeon's protocol compliant. So a little rogue in terms of the HCG world. There again, this is trial and error. What may work for one person, may make another gain. I still think the first time around on whatever HCG plan you follow, you should stick to it strictly. The second and subsequent rounds I think experimenting helps to keep you on track and stave off boredom!
Ingredients:
-3.5oz or 100gm chicken breast (either pounded out thin or a cutlet)-140 calories
*larger surface area not only takes less time to cook but fools the eye as the piece looks much larger
-1/8-1/4 cup of no salt added tomato sauce-10 to 20 calories
-1-2 tbsp of no salt added tomato paste-15 to 30 calories
-1oz of chopped and sauteed onion-11.5 calories
-turkey pepperoni-4 calories per slice (5 slices cut into 4th's)
*pepperoni is optional
-you may add another veggie choice, like bell pepper, mushroom, broccoli,
-1 slice fat free swiss cheese-25 calories
-1-2 tsp Italian seasoning or Ms. Dash Tomato Basil seasoning
Instructions:
Sautee chicken, mix italian seasoning with tomato sauce and paste. Put over chicken breast, add cooked veggies of choice and pepperoni in the skillet. Cover the chicken with the slice of cheese cut into strips.
Either place lid on the skillet or into a warm over to melt cheese.
the chicken is the protein replacement for a carb heavy crust. Kind of like pizza or kind of like chicken parmesean.
Sounds pretty yummy! I am making this tonight!
The total calories excluding the optional veggie is 235. I know the fat is around 3-4 grams. Still for dinner, it is balanced and should kill that craving for pizza...I hope!
I cannot take all the credit for this one. Hungry Girl has a recipe that is similar called pizza-fied chicken (Cooking Channel or Food Network). Her version is 280 calories and like 6 grams of fat. I think I can do a little better and modify it to meet the OWL plan at least.
This really won't be Simeon's protocol compliant. So a little rogue in terms of the HCG world. There again, this is trial and error. What may work for one person, may make another gain. I still think the first time around on whatever HCG plan you follow, you should stick to it strictly. The second and subsequent rounds I think experimenting helps to keep you on track and stave off boredom!
Ingredients:
-3.5oz or 100gm chicken breast (either pounded out thin or a cutlet)-140 calories
*larger surface area not only takes less time to cook but fools the eye as the piece looks much larger
-1/8-1/4 cup of no salt added tomato sauce-10 to 20 calories
-1-2 tbsp of no salt added tomato paste-15 to 30 calories
-1oz of chopped and sauteed onion-11.5 calories
-turkey pepperoni-4 calories per slice (5 slices cut into 4th's)
*pepperoni is optional
-you may add another veggie choice, like bell pepper, mushroom, broccoli,
-1 slice fat free swiss cheese-25 calories
-1-2 tsp Italian seasoning or Ms. Dash Tomato Basil seasoning
Instructions:
Sautee chicken, mix italian seasoning with tomato sauce and paste. Put over chicken breast, add cooked veggies of choice and pepperoni in the skillet. Cover the chicken with the slice of cheese cut into strips.
Either place lid on the skillet or into a warm over to melt cheese.
the chicken is the protein replacement for a carb heavy crust. Kind of like pizza or kind of like chicken parmesean.
Sounds pretty yummy! I am making this tonight!
The total calories excluding the optional veggie is 235. I know the fat is around 3-4 grams. Still for dinner, it is balanced and should kill that craving for pizza...I hope!
Sunday, August 7, 2011
Week 5 Re-Cap!
Such a busy this week! Though I cooked, it was a lot of repeat recipes. With my parents and brother being in town I was afraid I would gain. Luckily, I didn't! I actually lost! I did stay with the protocol and only did some slight modifications by adding in a couple of rum and coke zero's to the mix. My dad cooked for us at the condo a couple of times and made food according to my diet.
I decided to take my measurements once a week. This way when the scale doesn't move as much as I think it should, I can be encouraged by lost inches.
I only lost 2 pounds this week, but did manage to lose 16.5 inches (measurements taken from neck to ankle). So in 36 days I have lost a total of 33.5 inches and as of yesterday have lost 22.5lbs.
We went out on a boat on Friday and I managed to take a picture of myself I didn't hate. It has been a while since I would allow a picture to be taken because I hated the way even my face looked in them. I really haven't been able to tell a huge difference. This week I am seeing some changes and cannot wait to see more!
My next goal is set between days 45-50 to reach the 30lb mark. Though lofty, my next goal is set for the end of October. I hope to have lost 50lbs by then. I am headed home to Memphis for a costume party and would love to surprise some family and friends with a new, smaller me!
On to week 6!
I decided to take my measurements once a week. This way when the scale doesn't move as much as I think it should, I can be encouraged by lost inches.
I only lost 2 pounds this week, but did manage to lose 16.5 inches (measurements taken from neck to ankle). So in 36 days I have lost a total of 33.5 inches and as of yesterday have lost 22.5lbs.
We went out on a boat on Friday and I managed to take a picture of myself I didn't hate. It has been a while since I would allow a picture to be taken because I hated the way even my face looked in them. I really haven't been able to tell a huge difference. This week I am seeing some changes and cannot wait to see more!
My next goal is set between days 45-50 to reach the 30lb mark. Though lofty, my next goal is set for the end of October. I hope to have lost 50lbs by then. I am headed home to Memphis for a costume party and would love to surprise some family and friends with a new, smaller me!
On to week 6!
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Mio
*I did not get paid or get free Mio for expressing my love for this product, but I wish I did!
About 4-5 months ago I started hearing about Mio. Mio is a liquid drink enhancer. Unlike the Crystal Light or other powdered products, Mio dissolves and doesn't end up on the bottom of the glass or bottle. I love it! You can use just a little or more to your taste. It is zero calorie, so of course I am loving that!
I am a southern girl and I looooove some sweet tea. Well, I have given up the obvious sweet/sugar in my tea. This is sad, I know. But, I found after brewing my regular tea I can add some of the Mio peach flavor to give me a sweet tea that I don't mind drinking. The sweet tea Mio flavoris ok, but I like the peach tea flavor better.
I now have to drink lots more water in this diet. Water is a good thing, but boring. Mio has great flavors like the fruit punch, strawberry watermelon, and berry pomegranate.
So if you haven't tried it yet, you should. Just sayin.....
About 4-5 months ago I started hearing about Mio. Mio is a liquid drink enhancer. Unlike the Crystal Light or other powdered products, Mio dissolves and doesn't end up on the bottom of the glass or bottle. I love it! You can use just a little or more to your taste. It is zero calorie, so of course I am loving that!
I am a southern girl and I looooove some sweet tea. Well, I have given up the obvious sweet/sugar in my tea. This is sad, I know. But, I found after brewing my regular tea I can add some of the Mio peach flavor to give me a sweet tea that I don't mind drinking. The sweet tea Mio flavoris ok, but I like the peach tea flavor better.
I now have to drink lots more water in this diet. Water is a good thing, but boring. Mio has great flavors like the fruit punch, strawberry watermelon, and berry pomegranate.
So if you haven't tried it yet, you should. Just sayin.....
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Omelet and "Toast"
Omelet:
As I have recently mentioned, I am a little tired of the meat options on the HCG diet. Though not a standard on the Simeons protocol, it is nice to have a meatless option at least once a week.
I have found the egg beaters (egg substitute) to be a good protein option. I use the southwestern flavor and can make a ginormous omelet for 120 calories plus fat free cheese (1/4 cup=45 calories), and topped with salsa (2 tbsp-15 calories). The meal is balanced and only 180 calories!
Toast:
I admit, I miss carbs....sometimes. I have found a replacement for toast and it is these Rice Thin cakes (3 cakes=55 calories) from Whole Foods. I spread a powdered peanut butter from Bell Plantation called PB2 on them. It is 45 calories for 2 tbsp mixed with water. I then top the PB2 with a little Polaner Sugar Free + Fiber Strawberry Preserves (1 tbsp=10 calories). I never use a tbsp, probably just a tsp or 2 of the preserves.
This creation takes the place of bread and fat laden peanut butter.
Of course, these recipes are totally rogue and do not follow the guidelines of Simeons or the OWL plan. However, since this is the second time doing this diet, I know a little more about what works for me.
As I have recently mentioned, I am a little tired of the meat options on the HCG diet. Though not a standard on the Simeons protocol, it is nice to have a meatless option at least once a week.
I have found the egg beaters (egg substitute) to be a good protein option. I use the southwestern flavor and can make a ginormous omelet for 120 calories plus fat free cheese (1/4 cup=45 calories), and topped with salsa (2 tbsp-15 calories). The meal is balanced and only 180 calories!
Toast:
I admit, I miss carbs....sometimes. I have found a replacement for toast and it is these Rice Thin cakes (3 cakes=55 calories) from Whole Foods. I spread a powdered peanut butter from Bell Plantation called PB2 on them. It is 45 calories for 2 tbsp mixed with water. I then top the PB2 with a little Polaner Sugar Free + Fiber Strawberry Preserves (1 tbsp=10 calories). I never use a tbsp, probably just a tsp or 2 of the preserves.
This creation takes the place of bread and fat laden peanut butter.
Of course, these recipes are totally rogue and do not follow the guidelines of Simeons or the OWL plan. However, since this is the second time doing this diet, I know a little more about what works for me.
Monday, August 1, 2011
Goal!!!-Week 4 Re-Cap**
Well, not the main goal, but my mini goal has been met!!!
20.5lbs down in 28 days! I have even lost a total of 27 inches. This diet is strict and unforgiving. It is hard work. But I see a bigger picture in the end. One that leads to better health and hopefully going off some of my medications for polycystic ovarian syndrome. I know the thyroid issue will never go away, but maybe it will improve with less weight to deal with.
On Saturday night we ordered in. I have been very cautious about this, but was able to ask for grilled chicken and an additional order of steamed broccoli in place of the rice that came with the meal. It was nice not having to cook for a change and still eat on protocol. I don't think the broccoli is on Simeons plan but it is on the OWL plan, so I made an exception.
My parents and brother are visiting from Memphis this week. We had dinner together last night at our place. I made broiled key lime salmon, sauteed diver scallops, wild brown rice, and steamed asparagus. Since I was the cook, I broiled me some flounder (since I cannot have salmon), had the scallops. and the asparagus with it. I even turned down the pina colada and had a rum and coke zero (1/2 a shot-this is allowed on the OWL plan).
I also cheated for the first time on this diet. I was dreading the scales, but did not gain! I made key lime pie with the meringue topping. I did use a low fat graham crust and a fat free sweetened condensed milk. I had a small slice and it was heaven!
Tonight is dinner at my parents condo. I will be able to stay on protocol since it is steak and salad!
**As far as the weekly re-cap, I lost 6lbs this week!!!
More recipes to come. Husband has asked for taco salad this week. He loves it as much as I do!
20.5lbs down in 28 days! I have even lost a total of 27 inches. This diet is strict and unforgiving. It is hard work. But I see a bigger picture in the end. One that leads to better health and hopefully going off some of my medications for polycystic ovarian syndrome. I know the thyroid issue will never go away, but maybe it will improve with less weight to deal with.
On Saturday night we ordered in. I have been very cautious about this, but was able to ask for grilled chicken and an additional order of steamed broccoli in place of the rice that came with the meal. It was nice not having to cook for a change and still eat on protocol. I don't think the broccoli is on Simeons plan but it is on the OWL plan, so I made an exception.
My parents and brother are visiting from Memphis this week. We had dinner together last night at our place. I made broiled key lime salmon, sauteed diver scallops, wild brown rice, and steamed asparagus. Since I was the cook, I broiled me some flounder (since I cannot have salmon), had the scallops. and the asparagus with it. I even turned down the pina colada and had a rum and coke zero (1/2 a shot-this is allowed on the OWL plan).
I also cheated for the first time on this diet. I was dreading the scales, but did not gain! I made key lime pie with the meringue topping. I did use a low fat graham crust and a fat free sweetened condensed milk. I had a small slice and it was heaven!
Tonight is dinner at my parents condo. I will be able to stay on protocol since it is steak and salad!
**As far as the weekly re-cap, I lost 6lbs this week!!!
More recipes to come. Husband has asked for taco salad this week. He loves it as much as I do!