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For me it was Fitting in a pair Levi's that had been in the wardrobe for an age Getting my shapely ankles back Buying clothes and feeling good in them Throwing or donating clothes that were too big away Liking myself in photos Still hoping to lower my HbA1c but until March I had maintained it. Great...

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It's fantastic that the boards are more active. I am currently weighing daily as it keeps me on track. I think daily is fine as long as you know if you get an upward fluctuation it won't derail you. I would say do what works for you but might be worth discussing your reasons with your dietician. Jx

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Amy that is a great strategy

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Congratulations that is a massive step and boost, you now know you can do it.

If you don't do it every day don't think of it as a fail it's a learning opportunity

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Great advice Soprano! I'm new to no-S but definitely find the value in cutting out the snacking. Even healthy veg/fruit. We were talking last weekend about why did my A1c go down from last year to this year. I weigh 7 pounds more, I walked less, I ate more carbs. I ate less sweets but not that many...

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Learning to sit with hunger can take time I'm sure you will get there but be patient with yourself.

Remind yourself your next meal will taste so much better if you are hungry.

Good luck!

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Hi Sammy

We are all rooting for you. No's will be a great way to start.

Good luck!

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Thank you

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Congratulations on your 100 days alcohol free. What a day but well done on getting through it.

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I found IE difficult and read a lot of different books but my biggest learning from it which has stayed with me is I can eat what I want and what I found taking the time to taste everything properly was I didn't really like half of the so called treats so it has been easy to say no to them.

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Well done on your 3 green days

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Well done on your 90 days

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Food really does taste so much better when you are truly hungry. I can identify with what you are saying. If I have a large lunch I don't really feel stomach growling hunger later but do feel like I need something. It is probably habit. I also worry I will wake in the night too hungry to sleep. Stop...

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Sleep is good though and if you needed it might even do as much good as a walk.

Might you be able to walk later ?

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Re your reflux, my mum was suffering and my brother told her she drank too much coffee, she cut it right back and hey presto is much better. He had suffered the same.

Don't know if you drink much coffee but just a thought that may help you or others.

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Thank you

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Every meal is an opportunity to get back on track.

Don't try and make up for failing just carry on

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Great news re your metabolic markers, I recall you struggling in the past to improve blood sugars.

Do you think no alcohol may be contributing too?

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Yes I do and use a thermometer I usually bring it to the boil. My thermometer has a spatula so I stir it whilst heating to prevent burning.

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Home made yoghurt is so much better. I make greek yoghurt and kefir.

Must admit I do have a yoghurt maker but my brother who. lives in warmer climate makes it without a maker.

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Don't underestimate the importance of sleep especially when trying to lose weight...

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We visited Busch Gardens a few years ago, loved it

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Thank you Amy

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So pleased to have you back! I have missed seeing you here. Wish you had shared your thoughts here, but totally understand

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Welcome back you have been greatly missed....

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I can't believe it has been over a year since I posted here. I haven't been on for a while but did use to read posts. Nice to see more activity over the last few weeks. My last HbA1c was up 3 points but fortunately still prediabetic range. Weight went up a out 9lbs since my lowest but have lost 2 of...

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Hi Melderin

I think we can make an S week a thing

I go to Greece next Friday with my sister for 9 days and whilst I won't go mad with anything I don't intend worrying about food and drink

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Slight increase in weight this week. But morning blood sugars are improving so perhaps weight is just a blip. I haven't always managed the fasting I wanted or 2 meals a day but I have been good re low carb and no alcohol. Sunday was an exception but nothing over the top. Onwards and upwards. Good lu...

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If it keeps you on track and it is only a small piece I don't think I would worry about dark chocolate daily.

It doesn't tend to set of sugar cravings in me so I have it when I fancy.

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Thank you I did.

You are doing brilliantly. I weighed today and have lost 1.4lbs since last week, so feeling quite pleased

Sounds like you are doing really well, keep it up.

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Weekend is here already, have a good one Melderin

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Hi

Great you have come back.

Good luck on your new No s journey

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Thank you You are doing great, well done on the walking. So much easier in good weather. Think I'll try and fit one in today. I have got back into my 2 x 30 mins yoga sessions a week. Getting the 2 solid meals is a good thing to do. I managed without a snack yesterday. Probably because had a cooked ...

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Hi I've lost track of days. I haven't had any alcohol, so really pleased with that. Stuck mostly to 2 meals a day and lo carb. I've had the odd snack as I have had some early meals due to going out early and knowing I would be too late back for my first meal otherwise. I am 2 pounds down on last Tue...

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Well done avoiding the biscuits 🙌 I wasn't as moderate as I should have been but it was a lovely evening and I am staying off alcohol now for the rest of April! I started today with a cup of tea and milk so not a fasting day but will still stick to 2 meals. I don't think switching it about us a bad ...

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Well done on your success I used to drink coffee and tea with milk and two sugars. It's surprising how you can change your tastes. I also only eat 80% or more dark chocolate when previously I hated it. I have managed to stick with it so far! Today is looking promising too. I am trying to cut alcohol...

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I weaned myself on to black coffee but it has to be a good one for me to enjoy it. Can't do black tea though unless it is Turkish but not first thing. Cream would be better than milk. But the milk as you say if full fat will help. I only have full fat anything these days. What you need to do is avoi...

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If you need 3 occasionally that's ok, listen to your body.

It's the snacks that kill weight loss in my opinion.

I am aiming for 2 today and no calories before my first meal.

Good luck

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Brilliant are you happy for us to check in on your thread?

I have managed my two meals today! I am going to aim for clean fasting between last and first meal too.

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If it helps I lost well on 2 meals a day and found it very sustainable. I have for various reasons been eating more and putting on weight recently but intend getting back to the 2 meals.

Do you want to hold each other to account?

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Increasing numbers of Type 2 is worrying and I wonder how many unrecorded cases there are.

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Congratulations

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Sounds like a win to me

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Great that you have recognised eating what you want keeps you on track.

Hope you enjoyed your meal out. Happy birthday

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It's always difficult when you are presented with food in that situation but it's not going to make any difference long run if you don't let it derail you.

This has to work in life.

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Welcome

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So sorry for your loss Amy and Melderin, hugs

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What you experienced on vacation was intuitive eating

It's great and so much easier whilst away as you are generally more relaxed and can eat when you are hungry rather than been restricted by work and responsibilities.

Keep us updated on how you get on.

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Keep us updated!

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Did you weigh straight after the holiday? I find if I wait a week after normal eating it isn't so much of a gain.

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Quite similar to my diet except I can include dairy, home made yoghurt and kefir bought cheeses. Oh and I do eat dark chocolate I am veering away from eating out more as the quality is not as good as home made and I worry about the oils used. It is obviously paying off for you in terms of health and...

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Hi

Thanks for asking

Another 0.6lb off so inching downwards.

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I love walking, I am part of a challenge to walk a 1,000 miles this year. So far on target!

Take care

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So sorry to read you have been suffering mentally but great you have been able to tackle it. I have found what I eat impacts greatly on my mental health. When I eat non processed foods, low carb, higher protein and fat my mental state is calmer, happier, less anxious and much more positive. My weigh...

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I recall you doing the coaching course and suspect with your knowledge will be a great support to people. My motivation started out as simply wanting to lose post menopausal pounds to fit back in clothes but my biggest motivation has been avoiding type 2 diabetes as that was where I was heading. Bin...

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My message is stuck in the outbox for some reason

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Thanks for your offer of support. I think you have learnt a lot over the years and it is kind of you to share your experiences. Bingeing hasn't been such a problem the last 2 or 3 years but is slightly raising it's head more in the form of mindless eating when I'm stressed. My noticing these things ...

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Hi I see you have replied on my thread so will continue there about me. I hope your tests are improved. I guess we are lucky that these annual tests can let us know how we are doing. But I'm not convinced anyone has the answers as to what to do. I have thought about Berberine but some people suffer ...

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Great to hear from you Oolala. I feel in a similar position to you in some ways. My weight has crept up and down a little and still above my lowest but only by about 4lbs. I went from nos to IF and low carb and had some good success. My weight is the lowest I can ever remember. BMI for what it is wo...

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Well done on your loss, changing your diet slowly makes it much more sustainable. I stopped it eating low fat foods a long time ago and it didn't adversely affect my weight. Whole foods and eliminating seed oils is a great place to start whether you are following Nos or fasting. I'm pleased your bod...

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Thanks for posting this, a great reminder

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Congratulations on your green days

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Well done on last year's figs.

I've had a small gain that I am trying to get to grips with.

Good luck I am sure you will get on top of it. Poor sleep doesn't help.

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Hi Win

I am sure you will pick it up again. I look back to how I used to over indulge at Christmas and can honestly say those urges have gone. It has taken some time though

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Thanks Win I had to cancel the appointment as I had COVID!

Will book again when I am clear

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Thanks Amy

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Great news re your loss. Just stick with what you know works and you will get there.

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Put the past behind you and just pick up again from the next meal.

Have a great weekend

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Congratulations on the new job and morning workouts. I much prefer to exercise early if I can. Not so good heading for the gym at 6.15 if the car is frosted up though

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Hi Sorry I've been missing of late, combination of work, short break to visit my goddaughter and see her new baby then a cold!! Exercise was going really well until I went away and then came back to my brother visiting and catching a cold. My weight is stable but has crept up. I was invited by docto...

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Congratulations on being in your happy place. Hope I can carry out moves like that at 67!

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Well done on maintaining good luck for November.

Planning our meals each week does help me but sometimes life just gets in the way.

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Thank you, strangely my mood has started to lift.

I've set my self an aim of 2 x 30 min sessions a week before work.

2 weeks in now

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Thanks Amy

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Joined the gym and have been twice this week, early morning before work!!

I have an easy program whilst I get in the routine of it. Still doing 2 x 30 min yoga sessions at home and walking when I can.

My mood has been low of late so do hope this will help that too.

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Congratulations on your anniversary

No s was the start of the route to sustainable weight loss for me too.

Thank you for continuing to share your knowledge it is always interesting to read about your weightloss journey.

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Sounds like a plan. You can always review if you don't get the results you want. You will have established some good habits

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I don't weigh often but hopped on the scales this morning and my weight is slowly increasing. My eating has slipped a bit recently, 2 week holiday didn't help. It's only 3lbs or so but I think action to change direction may be needed. I am going to join a gym at the weekend, I have been planning thi...

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Congratulations

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What are you eating at meal times?

A change in composition between fats carbs and protein may be needed.

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My mum's 80 and can out walk me.

Love how you record your weight range. Much more accurate as our wright does fluctuate naturally:)

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Sending you lots of green wishes

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There are a few of us still here and I believe it is staying, just waiting for ir an upgrade. Welcome

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Well done on sticking to it.

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The FMD sounds interesting what have you been eating? Presumably calories are restricted. Do you follow any time restricted eating protocols too?

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Welcome back and good luck

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Hi Win

I hate those nights I can't sleep. This may help you understand https://www.wellessencemd.com/blog/slee ... e%20hungry.

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Thank you Win your post and support is much appreciated.

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Thanks Win. My weight is fine. Just watching my blood sugars is scary!!

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Just mark it, learn from it and move on. What Might be useful for you to note is what your meals are prior to getting so hungry were they carb heavy? This can drive hunger. Ensure you are getting sufficient fat and protein:)

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Sorry to read you are having a bad time. Well done on sharing and not turning to emotional eating.

Are you sure you can't fix it?

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Thanks both I will.

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Hey Win

Sounds like you are doing really well. Being able to have a red day with just one incident and get back on track is a great skill to cultivate.

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Happy travels! Which countries are you visiting?

You are so right about the why. When I decided to lose weight for health reasons and not to look better it was so much easier and maintainable.

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Hi Oolala

Yes it is Zoe I fitted my monitor yesterday. Going to be a fun two weeks. It's fascinating to me anyway how it changes minute by minute. I have a finger prick test I bought a while ago and use occasionally but this will certainly add to my education.

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You are doing fab dropping the weight range.

Consistency does pay off.

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Sorry to hear you have had such a bad time, wishing you a speedy recovery to full health.

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Stopping when you have had enough is a really great thing. Well done

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I agree with you both I also think mindless eating, cravings and bingeing occurs when our bodies are not getting enough of a certain macro or nutrient...

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Are you near your goal weight? I think as we get closer it is good to listen to hunger cues.

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