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Posted: Mon Jul 01, 2019 8:09 am
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I used to have a have a metal frame gazebo that decided to fly away in the wind had it not been somewhat lashed down, unfortunately, in what amounted to a squall, I had to scramble to dress and lash it down even more at three o’clock in the morning, The wind and rain was less of a concern with having experienced stormy seas, but still unwelcomed. The lightning around me overhead while my holding down a metal frame gave me a lot of concern though.

Where I used to live, lightning was most often, if not always, in the distance across the Strait of Juan de Fuca and it danced over the Cascade mountains of Washington. We would watch the cool electric show from our shoreline and the hills would reveal themselves. Nowadays, it occurs on both sides of the Strait. Here in the prairies with no mountains to block the view it’s like the 4th of July on a regular basis.

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Location: On the loo, regretting that gas station burrito.
I'm going to go to the grocery store, and get stuff for diner later.

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Posted: Tue Jul 02, 2019 1:16 pm
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Location: On the loo, regretting that gas station burrito.
Planning on going for a walk, and watching the fireworks display tonight. I also have to go to the store and pick up a few things, and figure out what to do for dinner later.

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Location: On the loo, regretting that gas station burrito.
Going to go for a long walk, then pick up something for dinner, then I'm also going to watch a film or two, and put in some bass time.

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Doc gave me 90 days to get my A1C back down the other day so I'm throwing out what I shouldn't be eating. I tried to argue QOL is and will always be a big issue w/ my diet, she understood but didn't give an inch. Gotta go back to a lower carb diet. I really don't do to bad but occasionally eat smaller portions of things I shouldn't eat at all. French fries, red beans and rice, pasta w/ tomato sauce come to mind to name a few. The alternative is a new med and a shot a week, blah....


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Posted: Thu Jul 04, 2019 1:53 pm
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I had a musical morning with 2 1/2 hours of practice/playing.

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Posted: Thu Jul 04, 2019 5:07 pm
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I just got done doing some more filming for the music video we've been working on the past few months. It's almost finished, with I think a few more things needing to be filmed next week. It's pretty crazy around town, because of the 4th, but we were lucky to find an area with no one around to do some footage.

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We just got home from a 4th of July party. Good times. 8)

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Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2019 2:05 am
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Doc gave me 90 days to get my A1C back down the other day so I'm throwing out what I shouldn't be eating. I tried to argue QOL is and will always be a big issue w/ my diet, she understood but didn't give an inch. Gotta go back to a lower carb diet. I really don't do to bad but occasionally eat smaller portions of things I shouldn't eat at all. French fries, red beans and rice, pasta w/ tomato sauce come to mind to name a few. The alternative is a new med and a shot a week, blah....
Kinda sucks, huh? Diets? Even the word never touches my lips. Oh, sure I can see where a specific diet might be needed to fight a disease or lifestyle and yet it doesn’t do much for dingy genes; but, to combat weight loss, we’ll, that’s another story.

Ever wonder why most diets come from the sandy shore areas of this continent? I’ve worked with marketing boards beef, pork, poultry, veggie, and dairy and they all do a great job of marketing. Dietitians are a necessary evil, and the best advice I got a few years back from meetings at a hospital were that jelly beans were on the good to go list, :D Not so good about dieticians’ advice is the healthy food triangle or pyramid that somehow flipped upside down causing pretty much a reversal in their original thinking, and today’s fruit and veggies, as with most food on the table, are not your Gramma’s groceries.

In my 30s I tried a trendy pineapple diet, lost weight, got forever tired of papaya, and came close to permanent damage. I also have a wife who is a lifetime member of a major diet organization, as are some of her relatives. I’ve seen the success and the failures that even a popular and successful diet can bestow.

Today, I weigh less than I have for decades, and I look forward to losing another 15 lbs. (of the 75 in total) which will meet my goal. Can I do it?Can I maintain it? Can’t say. But, I am enjoying the flexibility and healthy options to which is easy peasy to return to need be.

I’m not an expert on lower carb diets (Oops! I typed that word so coming from my lips doesn’t count); however, I know it’s popular amongst doctors. It doesn’t come without controversy, though. Hey! It’s a di_t. :lol:
Maybe, some of the following low cal experience can be converted or used.

Okay, that said. what options are there? Lots. Here’s what I did.

* First get a scribbler, write down your favourite foods and accompaniments. Look up and enter your calories (carbs or whatever you have in mind) for things you like. Be honest and include the treats. Make up a variety of breakfasts, lunches, dinners, and snacks to suit you health wise and/or preference wise (within reason) with individual corresponding and collective calorie, carb, or other totals to prevent having to do this all the time. Consider eating lesser alternatives (such as toast with peanut butter instead of toast with butter and peanut butter). This is your reference book, unique to you, which by association, you’ll eventually know well enough to manage without counting or looking up. :wink:
*Exercise, but best if you like your choice of exercise. Note: I miss swimming, activity in track and field, jogging in the light rain, and cross country skiing in the snow. So any exercise you prefer is good; although, now that age has taken that away from me, I maintain streets are for automobiles not your knees or feet as even the experienced discover this after the fact. There are bike lanes, but I’m still looking for specifically designed jogging lanes not just redirected pavement or a sidewalk. Some of that great looking running gear is in the same category as a trendy diet book. Handy, but not all if it is top shelf or suitable. :roll:
Nowadays exercise for me might be working in the yard, walking, or playing music where it is well researched and documented. Examples would be as I alluded to elsewhere:

Drums: one’s weight 200 lbs,
30 minutes sitting, 136 calories lost

Guitar: one’s weight 200 lbs,
30 minutes sitting, 68 calories lost

Guitar: one’s weight 200 lbs,
30 minutes standing, 204 calories lost

I’ll change it up amongst all three to earn some treats. :D
Losing weight is a war. Wars, unfortunately, will always be around so you need to be vigilant. Plan your defence and attack if necessary.

I find this to be my frontline attack:

*Pick out lower calorie snacks. Lower fat snacks optional. I said “lower” not “low” which can be a questionable buzzword. The idea is to cut back, not to leave reality.

I’ll use low calorie count cookies with variety to prevent grabbing that higher count low cal apple crisp (I lied. Apple Crumb pie) in the fridge or making a higher calorie count sammie. While we’re on it, variety is your friend. Embrace it when you can. Can’t hack those tasteless baked potato chips? Me either. Add some healthy home made low cal dip.

Look for sensible candy if that’s your thing. I’ve pretty much replaced chocolate craves with much lower calorie and limited fat hot chocolate and malted chocolate.

Don’t forget the fruit. Citrus fruit in particular can burn that fat. Try it before eating your main course. (Celery has stronger juice than your stomach holds naturally; but, even as Caesar cocktail garnish, I’m not a celery fan unless it’s for cooking).

*Consider beverages. Soft drinks will easily add those pounds, and that can include diet drinks per se. Diet drinks are not always a good selection for a weight loss, and they are seldom the healthy choice perceived. 10W-30 motor oil Is non-fat, non-sugar as are other non-fat, non-sugar products. Thankfully, we don’t drink the oil; maybe, we should have a closer look at the rest. :lol:
Occasionally (just to reduce the total count), I’ll grab some clear juices, fill half a glass, and the rest will be topped up with ice cold water. Halve some pre-made lemonade or limeade or OJ with an addition of water. You’ll have less calories and save money too. Instead of drinking wine on a regular basis, one can cut back on the calories and, perhaps, combine the savings to buy that better bottle. One of the finer things in life IMHO.

* Portions can work except when they don’t. Briefly, I eat what I want with some education, a lot of label reading which eventually peters off; but, most of all, time management is key. Active today? Eat like a King today with the option of not doing it. If you ate like a King yesterday, perhaps you have to pay the penalty to reduce your consumption today. If you need to attend a royal gathering with foodies, prepare for it, but don’t starve. Your engine still needs fuel and attention to needs.

*Regardless, try new foods, stock up on lower calorie sauces and dressings, and grab those spices. That’ll give you options. Make your favourite dish and look for ways to reduce the calories, but not the flavour. Maybe, you can improve the recipe for your taste. Sometimes, my spaghetti will have onions, spices, and cheese but no sauce (a la Homer). Try salty Mizithra (original recipe . . . no need for salt on the noodles) or Asagio. Use either with a little toss of caramelized (lightly browned) butter to taste. Kick it up with a little lemon juice/rind and basil. Butter?! You’re not having sauce, so you get a pass . . . or choose to have sauce, forget the butter, and make up for the extra whatnot by having less calories for the next groupings on your plate.

* There are other things I do . . . like eat pizza, ice cream, ribs, and burgers including fish and bison; but, I balance that out, easily cutting back. Again this has worked very well for me; but, only based on time management as to when and what to eat.

A lot of skinny athletes can consume krazy big meals. You don’t have to be an athlete, because you don’t have to eat krazy big meals. :wink: Somewhere in the middle will work just fine; but, you have to stick to the rules of the game. Several days of binging followed by several days of being with your weight loss program just won’t cut it. Well, it can somewhat; unlike a diet, it’s all your weight loss program, but, too much abuse is like starting over. On the other hand, starving is not recommended. Incidentally, I found this whole process of flexibility works well, and easy to do on holidays.

You don’t need anyone (including me) to convince you of alternatives. The food that is within arm’s reach is all you need for alternatives. A little work can mean a big payoff. Pretty soon you may discover things you like better than things you thought you liked. In fact that’s a good indication that it’s werkin’ for ya.

*One last tip that has worked for me over the years. Tomato and cheese sandwiches. Stock up on them if you are a fan. Alter the choice of cheese, add or delete lettuce. Maybe shred it or not. Be creative. They are a great go to.

All this may not work for you, but it won’t buy another trip to the Caribbean for the food barons, or a gorgeous beach house for the doctor and his or her neighbour (the bathing suit model gym trainer) all with a new diet book to flog, many of which will fall out of favour. Been there, dropped that. YMMV

Good luck with slimming down, getting healthy, and most of all - enjoying it. :wink:
Best of luck on your 90 day adventure, sceric64. I have a feeling you’ll do just fine.

FSB

Apologies for the lengthy rant; but, I hope this is some help and motivation for someone who may be looking for an alternative weight loss approach that can be customized for and by the individual. :D


Disclaimer. The above post is purely for entertainment and FYI. No claims are intended. You may or may not require professional weight loss advice. Use at your own discretion according to your needs.

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Post subject: Re: What are you doing?
Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2019 9:17 am
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Thanks for the great d**t and exercise info, FSB. I appreciate your detail.

I was at a good weight, for me, not long ago but gained nearly 20lbs. Darn ice cream. I love it but it sure puts the pounds on. I haven't had any in 2 weeks and lost 4 pounds but there's got to be a better way. :lol: So far today I've had 2 cups of black coffee and did dog poop patrol in the yard. I wonder how many calories I burned scooping up a week's worth of poop from 2 German Shepherds. :)

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Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2019 9:20 am
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FSB, appreciate the lengthy response. Definitely agree "quality of life" is my basic desire w/ regards to food.

I'm not trying to lower my weight, just my A1C( a measure of the amount of sugar in my blood over about 90 days). I've already cut most of the natural sugars from my diet(eating habits, not the unnatural abuse of cutting your desires for flavor). The biggest hurdle for me is the carbs that turn into sugar in the body. I love bread, pasta, beans/rice and potatoes but know I can't eat them the way I want to (large portions) anymore.

I've been a type 2 diabetic for 10 years or so, initially the disease ate away most of my excess weight, energy and then started working on muscle tissue, eyes and teeth. A cure would be nice, but then not as much money would be made by those pesky necessary big drug makers. Lots of diabetic medicines have improved over the last 10-15 years and many new ones derived. My grandpappy and pappy both died from diabetes related issues, so I likely will follow suit. At least based on the DNA evidence I have. I only take fast acting insulin and then only a few times a year, some diabetics use insulin as a crutch. I prefer a low sugar diet over more med's.

My indulgences are few imo; a couple pints of ice cream a "year", the probably to occasional shortbread or peanut butter cookie, dark chocolate and the occasional bite sized almond joy. The things I no longer eat or drink would probably offend most peoples sense of quality of life. I don't miss sugar, in fact I occasionally will tip a teaspoon with table sugar to see what I'm missing. It actually tastes bad to me now. I don't eat many fruits anymore, unfortunately most are to high in sugar but the berries variety are ok. Corn is/was my favorite veggie, I used to eat ears as a kid w/ a passion smothered in butter and doused w/ salt. Nowadays I stick to one of those little mini 1/3 of an ear pieces. I do occasionally eat corn tortilla's and chips/salsa. Snacking is hard, to find satisfying foods that aren't to much. Nuts, hard cheeses work but I have allergies too, almonds, peanuts, pecans and walnuts work best for me.

I don't exercise or believe it's a necessary or advisable treatment for diabetes. Unless of course your trying to loose weight or fighting other heart disease issues. Stress is exercise and there's far to much of that in life already.

As far as doc's go and there inherent opinions on this or that, I feel at least that they mean well but are over worked. Or maybe better put to little quality time w/ to many patients. As far as diabetes goes its a livable disease as long as you keep up w/ its evolution and change as it does.


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Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2019 12:16 pm
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Marky and sfceric:

Thanks, guys for the great replies. I debated on presenting such a long winded post, a habit of mine; but, it wasn’t a lifestyle or method that allowed a shortcut since other minor things were were omitted for brevity.:lol: l’ve never added a cockamamie disclaimer before; but, knowing how misuse and misinterpreted diets can cause a problem I thought some mention was better than none.

Diabetes and sugar problems are definitely a tough challenge for sure. Both are very much in the spotlight today and here they are thinking of taxing sugar laden food and beverages. Who knows if if it will be put to good use, a money grab, or if it brings motivation for promoting and selling alternative products? Having clogged arteries scraped clean I can certainly relate.

The powerful corn distribution in the industry is a whole other argument. Too much additive abuse goes on. I got into trouble after a short affair with soya milk and soya cheese both of which I came to really like a lot, depending on brands. In this area of soy bean farming, I can’t say if my new found pleasure caused issues or simply triggered them. I ran into a thyroid problem (under control now) after enjoying Soya products. Then I found out fermented (soya sauce) does not cause issues, but some of, if not all, unfermented soy can be problematic and thyroid activity is one reported downside. YMMV. Labels will show soy is randomly and questionably pushed on the consumer in products just like corn is. You’ll find corn and soy in abundance where least expected making it difficult for those trying to omit it from their consumption.

Unrelated, a blood test surprised me to have extremely dangerous life threatening levels of B12. Out of a high of 800 units I was at 200 and dropping. B12 never crossed my mind and I thought it was just another vitamin of choice. It sure did get my attention when I was told I had two months to get it higher or out of the pocket $100 a month shots were going to be a lifetime solution to stay alive or just to keep my marbles. Another problem is the shots aren’t always readily available, and the supply chain is weak. I tried everything I could, and the difficult part is I also had high cholesterol, which followed me to the OR, Many of the foods with high B12 like some milk, shrimp, and some eggs competed with my cholesterol issue. :? Danged if you do danged if you don’t. While my count was decreasing or holding even with diet change, I finally chose the slightly more expensive sublingual B12 pills off the shelf and, with no success or change with others, even from the same brand, miraculously in a few short weeks I beat the system, doubling my count from 200 to 400! Today, daily B12 sublingual pills and cholesterol medication does the trick. :D
The point is not about me or my boo hoos; but, it is more about fighting these things from the right and the left, and you are so right sfceric64 that docs can only do so much, and I thank them daily, but there’s more help available that you can access today with some common sense and a little work. Heredity is what it is and that’s tough to beat as we know; but, it’s getting better in many ways. The food industry? Choose your poison. It’s a roll of the dice. Try and ask the waitress what kind of salmon that is on your plate. :lol:
I’m sure you burned calories picking up doggie doo doo, Marky. Not as much as shoveling cow patties in a barn though. As long as you don’t put those patties in a bun you’re good to go though. (Did ya get that? Good to go. I just got it on a reread) :P How many calories in a cow pattie? Whoa! I really don’t wanna know. Heck! I don’t even care about calories in ice cream. :lol:
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Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2019 1:35 pm
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Location: On the loo, regretting that gas station burrito.
Going to do some shopping and other errands, then I think go to the beach in the harbor. It's a great spot, since most tourists don't even known about it, just some locals.

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Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2019 9:25 pm
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Going to the beach close to home is such a treat, Paul. I miss that. Now it’s usually a long drive where you pack the car with the kitchen sink.

We have some nice isolated beaches where the locals hang out too, Up north we have the largest inland sea in the world Hudson Bay (part of the Arctic Ocean); however, it is very remote at some distance. That’s okay because there are 100,000 lakes to go to, two of which are Great Lakes. Alaska has 3 million lakes, Quebec has a million, Ontario more than 250,000, Michigan 62,000 including man made, and Minnesota with 10,000 natural lakes; but, Manitoba has the most in Canada per kilometre, and there are beaches on many of them. :D

Hope you enjoyed your time at the beach, Paul.

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Posted: Fri Jul 05, 2019 11:11 pm
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Location: On the loo, regretting that gas station burrito.
The only thing up here, and I imagine even more so for you, since you're further up north, is you get to go in only a certain amount of time during the year, unless you're one of those Polar Bear Club folks, or whatever they are, and like to dip into ice baths. :P I suppose if you have your toque hat, you should be OK. :P

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