It's been 2 1/2 weeks. I keep seeing all these amazing stories in Keto groups of massive amounts of weight lost within just 1 week. I've noticed that aside from having energy, being more clear-headed and a regulated sleep schedule, I'm just not losing weight. In the past, I would never weigh myself. I simply did the program and felt accomplished when my clothes loosened up. This time my clothes feel the same. Ugh. 

I've had struggles with carb cravings, GI issues, fatigue, body aches and more. I was so discouraged thinking that I am sacrificing sugar (which as some know is not easy given the addictive nature of the substance) and not losing anything. So I bought a scale! And guess what?? ONE pound! A pound! That's it!! :(

I've complained to Aaron on several occasions that I am discouraged about feeling sick and miserable. Upon  his evaluation, I was not doing what I should have been. Because of my carb cravings, I've been experimenting with Lily chocolate (1/2 candy bar tasted sooooo good, but landed me in bed for a whole day with diarrhea, stomach pain and fatigue). I made a chocolate mousse (which was amazing and eaten by others in my house) and I overloaded on fat. Cheese and bacon and stuff and more stuff and recipes and ...you see the pattern. I also have NOT logged any food into My Fitness Pal to track macros and gauge what I am doing. 

The bottom line-One pound in 2 weeks. 

When Aaron and I started this, I was determined that I was going to do this organically with no processed foods. I was going to be a hero because I am a "professional dieter"! Yeah right!! Let me repeat-One pound. Thankfully, I have Aaron to lean on and remind me that I've made this way more complicated than I should have. Meat for protein, fats and 20g of carbs. Simple.

I watched a movie yesterday called That Sugar Film, which was a great documentary about a man who was eating meats, fats and carbs (carbs only from veggies) and decided to eat low cal "healthy" foods for 2 months to show how much sugar is in what the food industry labels as "low cal". I learned so much about not only sugar, but how to eat clean and simply. So between the documentary and my amazing, logical boyfriend I have a renewed sense about me today!! 

I got out My Fitness Pal and logged the shit out of it! I determined that I want to stay under 130 protein, 80 fats and 20 carbs per day. Given the logging, I confirmed that I have been eating way too much fat and not enough veggies. I am excited now and determined to get back to basics and do this right! 

I have heard many people say that everyone's journey is different and we all have to find our own way. Well, I think I finally found my path. CHALLENGE ACCEPTED! :)

Keto Day 7

Stevia, MCT Oil & Butter Coffee

Fathead Pizza - Keto Day #4

Groceries!

Beginning A Ketogenic Lifestyle - Day 1

I did that swanky avocado egg thang!

I woke up on a mission this morning! I was determined to try the avocado egg bake that Aaron had made. I was concerned that I wouldn't be able to pull it off considering it was before work, but ironically, it was simple and easy to prepare and so good to eat!

Unlike Aaron, I peppered and lightly salted the avocado. I flattened the avocado slightly and added the egg. I then added garlic powder, dill weed, nutmeg and chili powder. (Season however you want, just be cautious of your salt intake. Salt causes water retention and can cause heart issues if overdone.) I baked for 30 minutes at 425, which gave me an almost hard yolk with the slightest amount of liquid.

Again, unlike Aaron, I could only eat half of the avocado with 1 egg. Although these are good fats, a 1/4 of an avocado is 11g of fat and 1 egg is 5g of fat. The richness was strong, although very tasty and so filling. I balanced the meal with 4 slices of orange and 1/2 cup fresh blueberries, sprinkled with cinnamon (cinnamon helps lower blood sugar and is good if you suffer from muscle spasms). Ironically,  eating the egg and avocado mixed with a blueberry made for a nice, balanced bite.

Oh and I had this with a 16oz glass of ice water! Let's just say I was full for hours and so satisfied!

I recommend that you try this and drop us a comment on your thoughts! :)