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I feel this space be more appropriately entitled. It seems to be working well for others. There really is no one title that can truly encompass 'The Way' to weight loss. However, it is interesting to acknowledge the way we typically get caught up in a society that's always trying to do just that. Once you begin to see the complex nature in which many forms of 'wellbeing' are sold; it makes returning to simplicity a more welcoming goal. Yet that complex dynamic in which our net worth is spun seems to of resulted in a lot of compulsive behavioral patterns that see many doing better from an methodical approach Vs a more intuitive one. I'm kind of in the middle striving more for the latter but understand both have their place and often do well along side each other.

For now I'll just quickly start and finish off this entry with a quote that really stuck with me. If your reading Cate, it was something you shared that really hit home with me. Hope you don't mind me adding it to my own dairy.

"Do you have a tendency to focus on the negative, berating yourself for everything you do wrong? To counteract this tendency, it's important for you to learn to give yourself credit for everything you do right."

If I read correctly this came out of a book your reading? - "The Beck Diet Solution"

At any rate it was just what I needed to hear. TY. I really have nothing to add to that, other than it's pretty much how I always get back up and keep moving no matter how many times I fall. Often I don't even regard my uncompleted attempts at whatever as failures when ascribing to such a quote. It really is a wise mind set to adopt.

Righto - sun is getting a bit high, but not too late to do some intervals up at the hockey oval. Glad your doing ok Cate. Here's to you and the others -

... that we all have a productive day. ;)
 
I certainly don't mind, Dave. I know that I am inclined to berate myself, much more than I give myself credit. We should not be our own worst enemies. Here's to all of us, providing whatever support we can to one another. Knowing that people read my diary has always made me feel stronger & supported. I think we can all learn from one another :)
 
Currently playing with Keto - From a plant based perspective - No Meat - No dairy. Still exercising too.

Personal experience tells the best story.

This will be interesting.

~Dave.
 
In case you´re interested, here´s the personal experience of a vegan dietician in training who tried keto for three weeks.:
 
Hi guys. I've been living without animal protein for quite some time now Cate. Given that animal protein can deliver an acid load to the kidneys, increase ammonia production, and damage the sensitive kidney cells, I have to admit that when I'm in Vegan Mode (minus the processed junk) my kidneys do feel better. As well as no gall bladder I almost died of renal failure back in 2008. This is also why I have to be very careful water fasting - but that's another story.

Thanks LaMaria - I just skimmed the video and there does seem to be some relevant information that I have been reading up on. I will check it out for sure and give a little feedback in here if only as an exercise to learn more about Keto. TY

In the meantime here is another one that looks good in reference to The Protein Myth:

Note* - Body Building is not my goal. Just figured vegan body builders make a good example regarding the Myth.

It's just an everyday person in much the same way as LaMaria's link video given their perspective from personal experience. It's frustrating to see so much deception out their between Big Food and Farm Cooperation as too the Medical industry and so on. BUT - I won't present myself to be labels a conspiracy theorist anymore than linking such videos often do for my own good. : )

It's not about claiming this or that way ... it's just presenting the options for people with broken anatomy. Admittedly I wish I knew what I do now as it would of gone a long way to avoid the damage of have done.

ANYWAYS - It is Challenging Stuff. Agreed! : )
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Yesterday I was tired but held in there. I am not %100 keto yet as I am making the odd mistake with the odd non keto food due to lack of knowledge and experience. That said, I do notice the lack of carbs. Something of I will note is the focus on Natural Sugars being more rate more the fuel source rather than carbs as talked about within the various plant based communities ... how carbs also comes into it's own Myth as sold by Food Marketing Campaigns.

Macro nutrients are something I will have to up ... but I really don't want to start of life on supps. I read many times now that many of those long terms are not good for Kidney Health - especially for those of is with compromised ones and or aging.
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Righto ... I'm not that keto yet that I can't exercise and in fact that's another research topic I am yet to look into. I'm not doing any of this lightly. Best I can say for now as a newbie is listen to my body.

I have plenty of subcutaneous fat to burn through yet ... although that does give off a lot of toxins ... but when done through exercise you get the benefit of the lymphatic system helping to assist with that. See what happens. Time to stretch and do some moderate body weight exercises.

Thanks again LaMaria - will check out for sure!

U2 Cate ... Have a good day ;)

Here's to today's challenge ... may it be as productive as yesterday which - YES - I am making positive progress!
 
I'm in awe of anyone who can go vegan. I know that it's the best thing for the planet & probably our bodies, but no cheese or yoghurt? EEK!
Have a nice day Dave. I'm off to golf :)
 
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It's not about claiming this or that way ... it's just presenting the options for people with broken anatomy. Admittedly I wish I knew what I do now as it would of gone a long way to avoid the damage of have done.
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Quoted for truth. I am struggling with getting enough vegan protein because of my plentiful allergies but those are also one of the reasons I´m trying to up my plant intake and lower my animal product intake so... I´m just going to keep on trying and it seems to be getting easier over time. Will go watch that vegan bodybuilder video now :)
 
Yea - It does get easier with each pass. Thx again for the link LaMaria. I just finished watching from beginning to the end completely soaking up all the info that was being presented. Awesome Vid! I have to admit that I am kind of free styling Keto atm, however am also watching the protein intake from beans due to discovering just how high in carbs some of those can be. Since that discovery I have been looking a little closer at the food types trying to emulate the correct amounts as best as I can.

I have to agree with that You-tuber about digestion being way better on a Keto diet as has been the case for me. Even without the gallbladder so happy that I am doing something right in that regard. And that's without taking Oxbile. I've been keeping up the activity to assist with digestion and all the others things I mentions in my previous posts.

This morning I had steamed broccoli, brussel sprouts and swiss chard with crushed up cashews that I previously activated myself.

Lunch I had a green leafy salad (macro nutrient dense) with spiralina, crushed almonds, lemon, AVG, lemon juice, ginger, chilli and cocunt oil + chis seeds

Dinner I had the same as lunch with an evening ginger, lime & lemon leafed tea.

I'm feeling really good today. I bought some new clothes which was also a good boost.

Take care guys, hope you both had a good day.
 
I like the guy in your video but a point where he´s wrong is that we´re herbivores eating like omnivores. The only great ape that doesn´t eat meat whenever it can is the gorilla and even they don´t pick off the snails and insects that happen to be on their roots and leaves. Chimpanzees actively hunt and kill smaller monkeys just to get at their meat. They eat insects and eggs whenever they can. That said: humans can and do thrive on wildly diverse diets and most other apes and monkeys eat way less animal products than we do. Most of us would probably do very well on less, too, and the world would most definitely be better off with more meatless Mondays. And Tuesday, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays...
 
I no longer know what's right or wrong, but I like what your saying very much. Living on Less is a motto I strive for. Both in terms of consumption and above all ... $$$. I feel our personal value systems would do well with refining on a daily basis. I really appreciated you sharing your insights with me. TY.

Here is a Before shot I took for records sake. I'm not starting my water fast yet - but I figure this pretty well defines where I am at:

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OK - Time for a few laps around the sports grounds.
 
I love the tinfoil hat. And I LOVE Weird Al. Best of luck with your fast: listen to your body and take care of yourself.
 
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