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by minimizer
Sat Feb 26, 2022 1:41 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Thanks!

Weighed yesterday. Three pounds lost since one month ago when I started back.
by minimizer
Mon Feb 14, 2022 5:20 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Another sensible weekend. Will weigh on Feb 25.
by minimizer
Mon Feb 07, 2022 6:27 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Thanks

Sensible weekend, so glad.
by minimizer
Fri Feb 04, 2022 11:24 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Successful week!
by minimizer
Fri Jan 28, 2022 5:57 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3687
Views: 4642471

Re: automated eating tracker

I hope that you're doing well, auto. I'm finally back, hope you will be too before long.
by minimizer
Fri Jan 28, 2022 5:54 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Does Weight Watchers work?
Replies: 6
Views: 10523

Re: Does Weight Watchers work?

WW has never worked for me long-term.
by minimizer
Fri Jan 28, 2022 5:52 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Thursday
Breakfast: oatmeal, applesauce, pb; tea w/milk
Lunch: salmon on Wasa; salad of lettuce, olives, & cheese
Afternoon: coffee w/milk
Supper: chicken curry, rice, green beans, cherries & nuts
by minimizer
Wed Jan 26, 2022 3:53 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Thank you, it's good to see you here as well.
I'm doing well, just need to work on my habits.
Self-discipline feels good, why oh why do I let myself lapse.
by minimizer
Tue Jan 25, 2022 12:06 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

I need to be back, and so I am.
Today--Day One--all good.
I'll try to post often.
I'll look around here and see
what I've been missing out on.
Looks like quite a few podcasts
to catch up with.
by minimizer
Thu Oct 08, 2020 1:38 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Hello Auto, I have reduced energy since I've quit caffeine but it's getting better. My mood is pretty good--I'm just grateful to be well and alive.
Doing well with No S mostly. No snacks and no sweets although I have had seconds at supper a couple of times.
Weight now is 117.
by minimizer
Thu Oct 01, 2020 12:00 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Org oats, org blueberries, yogurt, org flax seeds; org dandy tea w/org milk

Org Ezekiel bread, org cheese, org tomato; org banana & org yogurt

Vegetable soup; org garden yellow squash; org toast & org butter; org banana & yogurt
by minimizer
Thu Sep 24, 2020 7:37 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Org oatmeal, org blueberries, whey protein, org flax seeds; black tea

Leftover scalloped potatoes; org Ezekiel bread, garden tomato slices; Brazil nuts

Org Dandy tea w/org milk

Org Chickpea curry & org brown rice; org sweet potato; org milk
by minimizer
Wed Sep 23, 2020 5:21 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Still plugging along.
I post my menu on some days, not always.
I try to limit my time on my computer and phone.
My weight has been 118 for about a week now, BMI 22.3
by minimizer
Sun Sep 20, 2020 1:40 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Hi Auto, BBL meant Be Back Later (to finish recording my daily menu) That's sad about Irish Setters. They seem to be a high-strung breed but they're such beautiful dogs. Interesting about the no grains & dairy. Is it the Whole 30 plan? I've tried that and felt really good but couldn't stay with it f...
by minimizer
Sat Sep 19, 2020 1:31 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

I have started trying to eliminate certain foods in order to control GERD symptoms. Also hoping to avoid taking Pepcid or other drugs. It's becoming evident that I'll probably have to cut out the pecans. Weaning myself from caffeine too--this morning I only had 1/2 cup of black tea. I hope to be abl...
by minimizer
Sat Sep 19, 2020 1:28 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Friday: Greek yogurt (org) & org blueberries & org flax seeds; Brazil nuts; org black tea Ezekiel bread (2) & thin ham slices; org cooked apples & org pecans & org Greek yogurt org Dandelion root tea & org milk; org milk & Pom Ezekiel bread (1) & org Colby Jack cheese slice; org spinach; org applesa...
by minimizer
Fri Sep 18, 2020 2:48 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Thursday:

Greek yogurt, banana, flax seeds; black tea

spaghetti & marinara & mozzarella; yellow squash

dandelion root tea w/milk

sweet potato; kale; cooked apples; milk
by minimizer
Thu Sep 17, 2020 2:24 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Getting tested for celiac and H. Pylori this week.
by minimizer
Wed Sep 16, 2020 5:46 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Org Greek yogurt & org banana half & org pecans & org flax seeds; org black tea

Ezekiel bread & organic banana half

Veg soup; org spaghetti & org marinara & fresh mozzarella; garden yellow squash; Brazil nuts

Org milk
by minimizer
Tue Sep 15, 2020 7:32 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Organic Greek yogurt & organic blueberries & peach slices & organic pecans & organic ground flax seeds; org. black tea. Ezekiel bread slice w/org. slice cheese, & garden cherry tomatoes; organic sweet potato; org. corn; Brazil nuts. Dandelion root tea w/org milk. Vegetable soup; garden tomato & mayo...
by minimizer
Mon Sep 14, 2020 11:14 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

It's ok, Whosonfirst, my post was very vague. Thank you, Auto, for your kind words. I hope you're doing well. I read your post that your Mother has dementia. I'm so sorry. My own Mother did pass away in February with end-stage Alzheimer's. She's in a much better place now. My Dad is still living but...
by minimizer
Sun Sep 13, 2020 11:51 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

The day after my last post last November, I noticed a lump in my neck. One thing led to another and I was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins lymphoma in February. I do believe that lots of stress contributed to my illness. I also believe that glyphosates in our food supply is partly to blame as well. I ate...
by minimizer
Fri Sep 11, 2020 4:34 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

I've been very ill since last year and that's why the weight loss. I'm recovering now, getting back my strength and energy. No S habits will hopefully now help me to maintain my weight. Three healthful meals a day.
by minimizer
Mon Sep 07, 2020 4:35 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Weight: 120
BMI: 22.7
Starting over this week with good habits.
by minimizer
Fri Nov 08, 2019 5:00 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Br: oatmeal, banana, yogurt, flax seeds; dandy tea w/milk
Lun: chicken-vegetable soup
Aft: peppermint tea
Sup: fish fingers, jacket potato, spaghetti squash; blueberries, milk
Night: dandy tea w/milk
by minimizer
Fri Oct 25, 2019 2:07 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Eating plant based for the past week.
Wt 133
BMI 25.1
by minimizer
Wed Oct 16, 2019 3:45 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Thanks, Auto.
I'm doing well, not posting every day, awfully busy with parents
and life, but what I'm eating is in my control.
135#
by minimizer
Wed Oct 09, 2019 3:37 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

"Abstinence is as easy to me, as temperance would be difficult." Samuel Johnson
by minimizer
Tue Oct 08, 2019 2:50 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Br... oatmeal, banana, yogurt, flax; black tea; milk
Lun...sl Ez brd, sl Swiss, marinara; Brazil nuts
Din...chicken chili, spinach, orange/yogurt/walnuts
Night...milk
by minimizer
Tue Oct 08, 2019 3:22 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

br...oatmeal, banana, yogurt, flax; black tea; milk
lun...egg salad on Ez brd; yogurt w/blueberries & walnuts
din...chicken curry; ratouille; steamed carrots & cauli; Ez brd; milk & Pom
night...chamomile tea
by minimizer
Fri Oct 04, 2019 10:18 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Br... oatmeal, banana, yogurt, flax; black tea; milk
Lun...Ez. brd, Swiss, marinara; Brazil nuts; carrots&cauli
Din...chicken&peas curry; kale; ratatouille
by minimizer
Fri Oct 04, 2019 1:27 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Br... oatmeal, banana, yogurt, flax seeds; black tea; milk
Lun...Ez. bread, Swiss cheese, marinara; steamed carrots & cauli; banana, yogurt, walnuts; almond butter
Din....salmon w/Mayo on slice Ez. bread; kale&evoo; Brazil nuts; orange; milk w/Pom
by minimizer
Thu Oct 03, 2019 3:34 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: automated eating tracker
Replies: 3687
Views: 4642471

Re: automated eating tracker

I know of this Nutritious Movement of which you speak. It's crazy interesting! :)
by minimizer
Wed Oct 02, 2019 1:50 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Midweek check-in. Doing well, so far so good. 136#. BMI 25.7
by minimizer
Thu Sep 26, 2019 10:31 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Yes, thanks, it's good to feel in control of something (what & when I eat).
Br: oatmeal, banana, yogurt, flax seeds; black tea
Lun: egg salad, Ezekiel bread; kale
Din: tofu, cabbage, carrots; Ezekiel bread; milk with Pom
by minimizer
Tue Sep 24, 2019 10:50 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: oolala53
Replies: 2363
Views: 2717823

Re: oolala53

oops, I sent a message to you when I meant to send to Auto, it was about Nutritious Movement
by minimizer
Tue Sep 24, 2019 10:44 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

breakfast: oatmeal, banana, ff plain Greek yogurt, flax seeds; black tea

lunch: Ezekiel bread; ff plain Greek yogurt; Brazil nuts; baby carrots; ginger tea; milk with Pom

dinner: salmon/mayo, slice Ezekiel bread; green beans; cooked apples with ff yogurt & walnuts

tonight: milk
by minimizer
Tue Sep 24, 2019 10:41 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

That's good to remember, Auto. I also remember being told by a therapist years ago that if I'm starting to have anxiety that is leading to a panic attack, that it's a good idea to place my attention on something that is happening outside of myself and focus on that, in order to take the attention aw...
by minimizer
Sat Sep 21, 2019 9:34 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Had a good week, having a sensible weekend.
Working on reducing stress and hopefully better
sleep as well.
Stressful Monday coming up.
by minimizer
Thu Sep 19, 2019 11:56 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Br: oatmeal, banana, yogurt, flax seeds; black tea; milk Lun: egg salad, slice Ezekiel bread; baby carrots; ff Gr yogurt with walnuts Sup: two slices Ezekiel bread, marainara, two slices Havarti; banana; Brazil nuts; 1% milk I'm reading my No S Diet book again, every word, cover to cover. Inspiratio...
by minimizer
Thu Sep 19, 2019 3:02 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Br: oatmeal, banana, yogurt, flax seeds; black tea; milk
Lun: potluck--one plate of food, no sweets
Sup: leftovers; milk
Night: la Croix; milk
by minimizer
Tue Sep 17, 2019 10:00 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Yes, the glucose monitor kit arrived today, now I have to learn how to use it. Hope it's not difficult--I can look for Youtube tutorials. (Weight: 138) Breakfast: oatmeal, banana, plain fat-free Greek yogurt, flax seeds; black tea Lunch: boiled egg & mayo (egg salad) on slice Ezekiel bread; leftover...
by minimizer
Mon Sep 16, 2019 5:03 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

I had a pretty excellent weekend, eating-wise. I'm glad. I have ordered a blood glucose monitoring kit which is due to arrive tomorrow, so I'll be keeping track of my fasting blood glucose. I have walked around 30-40 minutes most evenings lately. Today (so far): Breakfast: oatmeal, banana, plain fat...
by minimizer
Sat Sep 14, 2019 2:13 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Hey Auto, I caught up with some of your recent posts. I have also had fasting blood sugar issues. I'm afraid I'm becoming pre-diabetic as well. I need to work on that (and I know that ongoing stress is not helping either). It looks like you are doing very well! I'm glad. I have managed to do well ye...
by minimizer
Thu Sep 12, 2019 1:52 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Still stress eating. Ongoing family stressors. It seems to me that if I could control one thing in my life, it could be my eating. Scheduling meals has been difficult however.
by minimizer
Wed Jun 19, 2019 4:47 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

You're doing so well, auto! That's great, I am happy for you. Lots of family stress going on here, several stressors in fact, but I will try to not complain... BMI currently 26.1 ................................... oatmeal, banana, flax seeds; coffee w/milk small ww pita, slice Havarti cheese; dandy...
by minimizer
Wed Jun 19, 2019 12:32 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

oatmeal, cooked apples; coffee w/milk

leftover tamale pie, slice Havarti cheese; leftover collard greens; dandy tea w/milk

chicken salad w/pecans, 1/2 ww pita; steamed cauli & carrots; ff Greek yogurt & banana

cup milk
by minimizer
Sat Jun 01, 2019 4:07 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

Yes, I'm here from time to time.
Br: oatmeal, banana, whey protein, flax seeds; one cup of coffee, ff milk
Lun: canned salmon/mayo, ww pita, blueberries, ff milk
Din:
by minimizer
Mon May 20, 2019 4:13 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Re: Minimizer Just Checking In

BR: oatmeal, banana, whey protein, flax seeds; black tea; coffee w/milk

LUNCH: English muffin w/butter; green peas w/butter; milk w/Pom; supplements

DINNER:
by minimizer
Mon Dec 31, 2018 5:05 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Holidays, blah. Who needs 'em? I could live without them.
Glad that tomorrow is my favorite day:
January 1st, the beginning of a new year and I am hopeful.
by minimizer
Mon Dec 17, 2018 2:02 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

133#
BMI 25.1
by minimizer
Mon Dec 17, 2018 2:01 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Yes, thanks, Auto. Your stats look very good!
by minimizer
Thu Dec 13, 2018 11:05 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

134#
bmi: 25.3
by minimizer
Tue Dec 11, 2018 2:38 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Weight: 135
BMI: 25.5
by minimizer
Tue Dec 11, 2018 2:33 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

16:8
by minimizer
Fri Jul 27, 2018 2:20 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Br:
oatmeal, whey protein, banana, flax; 2 c black tea; 1/2 c. L-F 2% milk

Lun:
salmon, baked potato, butter, ff Gr yogurt, pecans

Aft: coffee & 2% L-F milk

Din:
vegetarian chili, carrots, blueberries, cup 2% L-F milk
by minimizer
Wed Jul 25, 2018 3:19 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

BR:
oatmeal, Greek yogurt, banana; two cups black tea
1/2 cup lactose-free 2% milk

Lun:
chicken, carrots, broccoli, corn
cup lactose-free 2% milk

Aft: 1/2 cup lactose-free 2% milk; cup black tea

Din: Salmon filet, baked potato/butter, collard greens,
blueberries, banana, & Greek yogurt
by minimizer
Sat Jul 21, 2018 10:22 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Yes, I am afraid that I'm headed to the prediabetic range myself.
I have to get serious about reversing this...I plan to start
posting my meals (including timing) next week.
by minimizer
Sun Jul 01, 2018 5:20 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

138# BMI 26.1
by minimizer
Sat Jun 30, 2018 4:52 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

I'm going to print out the articles that I have bookmarked here on my 'daily' posts.
by minimizer
Thu Apr 05, 2018 11:37 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: No S’s
Replies: 11
Views: 21113

Anne, I like the idea of getting exercise from housework as well and killing two birds with one stone. (I do also enjoy a good walk outdoors as well, so I do that when weather permits.) Very good post! Congratulations for losing 2.5 stone.
by minimizer
Thu Apr 05, 2018 11:20 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Economist's View
Replies: 4
Views: 11709

I have this book checked out from the library right now and have been reading it the past couple of days. It's very interesting and they make
some good points IMO. They also point out that weight loss is a marathon,
not a sprint; and to eat with intention rather than eating on autopilot.
by minimizer
Thu Apr 05, 2018 11:16 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

April 5, 2018

Weight 139
BMI 26.3
by minimizer
Thu Feb 01, 2018 6:14 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

February 1, 2018

Height: 5'1"
Weight: 142
BMI: 26.8
by minimizer
Tue Jan 30, 2018 8:53 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

I've been writing down my meals on paper rather than here.
I spend too much time online and I'm working to change that.
Also not sitting so much and becoming more active are goals
that I'm working on as well.
by minimizer
Mon Jan 22, 2018 3:08 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Thanks to you both.

Br: oatmeal, banana, flax
by minimizer
Sun Jan 21, 2018 2:28 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 3 meals into 4?
Replies: 9
Views: 19234

That's what I would do if I had to wait so long between meals. If you are eating the same amount, split into two dinner meals, then that could work.
by minimizer
Sun Jan 21, 2018 2:26 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Weekend. Glad.
by minimizer
Thu Jan 18, 2018 7:29 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2018 Year Long Challenge
Replies: 129
Views: 148847

Yes, oolala, you're so right. I tell myself that WW is the only thing that really works for me (for the amount I'd like to lose anyway) and I've done it before, more than once. But I know that the weight doesn't stay off, because it really is a diet mentality that WW promotes, even though they try t...
by minimizer
Thu Jan 18, 2018 7:24 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Third day in.
by minimizer
Wed Jan 17, 2018 7:32 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Yes, it seems so! Borderline overweight, that's me.
I believe that if I can moderate my eating
(between-meal snacking is my main problem)
that my weight will stabilize into the normal BMI range.
by minimizer
Wed Jan 17, 2018 2:54 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

I am back.
by minimizer
Wed Jan 17, 2018 2:38 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2018 Year Long Challenge
Replies: 129
Views: 148847

I love your affirmations, jenji. "I'm not the kind of person who..." I'll remember those and make up a few of my own as well. I am going to No S in 2018, after another failed attempt at WW. I don't know why I keep going back there--I thought the new Freestyle system sounded promising, but it's not r...
by minimizer
Thu Nov 09, 2017 2:18 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Thursday:
Breakfast--oatmeal, banana, whey protein, ground flaxseeds; two cups black tea
Lunch--sliced cheese, bread, egg salad, blueberries, milk & Pom
Dinner--





1Jan2017 Wt 138# BMI 26.1
1Feb2017 Wt 136# BMI 25.7

142
by minimizer
Mon Oct 23, 2017 1:58 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

No, I buy flax seed already ground in a sealed bag at Costco.
After opening it, I keep it in the freezer.
by minimizer
Tue Sep 12, 2017 3:14 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

...Tuesday...

R: oatmeal, whey, banana, flax; 2 cups tea & cup almond milk

LUN:
by minimizer
Sat Aug 05, 2017 6:40 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Saturday

oatmeal, banana, blueberries, milk, whey, flax; tea

salad w/blue cheese dressing; Greek ff yogurt, banana, whey, walnuts; herb tea w/milk
by minimizer
Fri Aug 04, 2017 1:31 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Friday

Oatmeal, milk, banana, blueberries, whey, flax; tea

Greek ff yogurt, whey, walnuts, banana; herb tea & milk

Leftovers: chicken & veg & peas; baked potato w/butter; milk
by minimizer
Thu Aug 03, 2017 5:31 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Thursday:

Br: oatmeal, banana, whey, yogurt, flax; tea; coffee w/milk

Lun: omelet w/collards&squash&Havarti; ff Gr yogurt w/walnuts; herb tea w/milk

Din: chicken tenders w/onion, garlic, bell pepper, olives, carrots, tomato, evoo; peas; steamed broccoli; cherries; milk; herb tea
by minimizer
Wed Aug 02, 2017 5:11 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Wednesday:

Br: oatmeal, banana, yogurt, whey protein; tea; coffee w/milk

Lun: omelet w/collard greens & Swiss cheese; yogurt w/blueberries & walnuts; herb tea w/milk

Din: chicken patty, mashed potato, yellow squash, collard greens; milk
by minimizer
Tue Aug 01, 2017 11:27 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Tuesday:

oatmeal, banana, milk; tea, coffee w/milk

chicken salad; yogurt, banana, walnuts

yellow squash, mashed potatoes, collard greens; milk, herb tea
by minimizer
Tue Jul 11, 2017 4:50 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Tuesday
Breakfast: Joe's O's, milk, banana; coffee w/milk
Lunch: Peanut butter on bread; carrots; banana
Dinner:
by minimizer
Mon Jul 03, 2017 2:26 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Monday
BR: oatmeal, banana, whey protein, coconut oil, yogurt; coffee w/milk
LUN:
by minimizer
Sun Jul 02, 2017 6:32 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Sunday BR: oatmeal, whey, yogurt, banana, coconut oil; coffee w/milk LUN: large slice cheese pizza; Costco samples of key lime pie, chocolate crepe, and caramel popcorn DIN: leftover rice & chicken & vegetables, evoo; bell pepper strips; cherries; milk NIGHT: 3 Milano mint cookies; 3 Brazil nuts; PB...
by minimizer
Sat Jul 01, 2017 12:53 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Saturday BR: oatmeal, banana, coconut oil, whey protein, yogurt; coffee w/milk LUN: ww pita, Havarti cheese, tomato, lettuce, mayo; 3 Brazil nuts; half yellow bell pepper; milk DIN: chicken, vegetables (carrots, onion, broccoli, bell pepper, tomato, olives + evoo), rice, cherries; milk NIGHT: 1/2 cu...
by minimizer
Fri Jun 30, 2017 6:17 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Friday:
BR: Joe's O's, milk, banana; coffee w/milk
LUN: ww pita w/Havarti cheese, tomato, lettuce, mayo; 3 Brazil nuts; half orange bell pepper; half cup milk
AFT: herb tea
DIN: fried lasagna, fettuccine alfredo w/grilled chicken; milk & Pom
by minimizer
Thu Jun 29, 2017 1:58 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Thursday
BR: Joe's O's cereal, milk, banana; one cup coffee w/milk
LUN: omelet, collard greens, strawberries, 3 Brazil nuts, tsp. peanut butter; half cup milk
DIN: sandwich: Havarti cheese, lettuce, tomato, mayo, on ww pita; carrots
Night: milk
by minimizer
Wed Jun 28, 2017 8:57 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: No S diet on Pinterest??
Replies: 4
Views: 12412

oolala, this is the link to the No S Diet Pinterest board that I found and was referring to: https://www.pinterest.com/missmarjoriejmh/no-s-diet/ I think it is probably supposed to be more inspirational than informational, but there seems to be some captions that support the basic No S principles. I...
by minimizer
Wed Jun 28, 2017 1:48 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Wednesday: BR: oatmeal, banana, yogurt, whey, flax; one cup coffee w/milk LUN: potluck meal: ham, popcorn chicken, macaroni & cheese, chicken & dumplings, pasta salad, fruit salad; small cup black coffee DIN: pasta salad, sweet potato custard, collard greens, half yellow bell pepper, blueberries & G...
by minimizer
Tue Jun 27, 2017 2:42 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Tuesday
BR: Special K w/milk; one cup coffee w/milk
LUN: oatmeal, banana, yogurt, coconut oil, whey, flax; cup of black tea
DIN: whiting, broccoli, yellow bell pepper strips, sweet potato custard; milk
by minimizer
Mon Jun 26, 2017 1:39 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Monday
Br...oatmeal, banana, whey, coconut oil, yogurt, flax; cuppa black tea
A.M....milk
Lun...McChicken sandwich, hash brown
Din...bagel & butter, yellow bell pepper, Greek yogurt & banana & walnuts
by minimizer
Mon Jun 26, 2017 1:37 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Sunday
Br...oatmeal, whey, yogurt, coconut oil, banana, flax; tea, coffee w/milk
Lun...bagel, Havarti cheese, strawberries, 3 Brazil nuts; herb tea & milk
Din...Greek yogurt, banana, walnuts
Night...milk & Pom
by minimizer
Sat Jun 24, 2017 11:21 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: No S diet on Pinterest??
Replies: 4
Views: 12412

I think I see what you mean--someone on Pinterest has posted quite a few pins on her "No S Diet" board. Looks very nice!
by minimizer
Sat Jun 24, 2017 11:19 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Saturday:
BR: oatmeal, coconut oil, Greek yogurt, whey protein, banana, flax seeds; black tea, coffee w/milk
LUN: med. chocolate croissant, strawberries; milk
DIN: melted Havarti cheese on bagel, steamed broccoli, orange bell pepper, cherries, three Brazil nuts; milk
by minimizer
Fri Jun 23, 2017 8:28 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

Breakfast: oatmeal, banana, yogurt, coconut oil, flax seeds; tea
Coffee with milk

Noon: 1/2 cup milk

Lunch (late): bagel & butter; Greek yogurt & walnuts

Dinner: omelet, carrots, half bagel, strawberries; milk
by minimizer
Thu Jun 22, 2017 10:40 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

breakfast: oatmeal, banana, yogurt, ground flax seeds; tea

lunch: pretzel rolls; milk

afternoon: milk

dinner: Havarti cheese on ciabatta, kale, bell pepper strips, Brazil nuts; water
by minimizer
Wed May 17, 2017 6:02 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

breakfast: oatmeal, blueberries, whey protein, coconut oil, flax seeds; black tea; milk

lunch: potluck meal at church

dinner: leftovers from last night & potluck
by minimizer
Tue May 16, 2017 5:41 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

breakfast: oatmeal, whey protein, banana, coconut oil, yogurt, ground flax seeds; black tea

lunch: leftover pea & carrot curry w/chicken, Greek yogurt w/blueberries & walnuts; purple cow

dinner: turkey burger w/cabbage, tomatoes, onion, olives, evoo; bell pepper strips; Ezekiel bread & Havarti; milk
by minimizer
Mon May 15, 2017 5:31 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Minimizer Just Checking In
Replies: 487
Views: 644332

breakfast...oatmeal, coconut oil, whey protein, banana, yogurt, flax seed; black tea

lunch...chicken leg, baby carrots, Brazil nuts, Ezekiel toast, slice Havarti cheese; purple cow

dinner: chicken leg, pea & carrot curry, bell pepper strips, Greek yogurt w/blueberries & walnuts; milk, herb tea