Low carb, high protein, low sugar, low cal...Healthy eating frustrations

Bear with me as I just spill my thoughts in this post. I am frustrated and annoyed.

Why you ask? 

I've stopped losing weight. My first 55 pounds I lost was a combination of exercise and calorie counting. That was it. I didn't have to count my protein. I did keep my sugar in a normal range but I didn't have to agonize of why I lost weight. It just came off.

Enter in about six months ago. I just stopped losing weight. I am still building a little muscle but the scale isn't moving and it is frustrating. I've done high protein, low carb. That kept me full and I enjoy the high protein however, I didn't lose weight. I went back to what I did post-college and did calorie counting. It didn't work. I weigh and measure my food. Still, nothing. 

I refuse to take supplements, aka fat burners, since I want to keep it off. Plus I want to lose it healthy and not gain it all back after going off it. 

I really don't know what to do next. I am doing some more research and reaching out to some fitness gurus/friends who do this every day. Something has got to give. 

Sigh...one day I will start losing again. I just want to be healthy. I am eating well and hoping something will click again soon.

For now, I will keep doing what I am doing.

I don't want to be thin. I just want to be healthy.

Weight issues & a plan

It's no secret that I've been dealing with weight issues my whole life. I mean, I started counting calories and have lost weight. However, I plateaued for quite some time. So now I am on a modified low-carb diet but I refuse to call it "low carb" or "diet." Something about those two words make me turn off. I just don't like those words. 

So, I stick to healthy eating plan. To me, eating healthy isn't that horrific compared to dieting or low carb. 

I still count my calories on my fitness pal and workout. But I just wasn't seeing the results I wanted. So I am trying a new healthy eating regime. 

I will admit, it was tough at first. But, I am also trying to speed up my metabolism so I am eating six times a day. This is how to, apparently, per my guy I workout with. That was an adjustment to say the least. But I feel so much better on this healthy eating regime. I still eat low sugar, low carb yogurt in the morning and lots of protein throughout the day. I couldn't get rid of my raspberries so I am allowed to have my 3/4 cup raspberries with lunch. 

This is, hopefully, allowing me to be a better person and not lose weight just to gain it back. That's my biggest fear. I have struggled with ups and downs in weight and don't want to just gain it all back. 

A friend of mine said something that stuck and I thought I would share. "Weight loss is something that you lose. Some deal with their weight and its issues for life." I don't want to feel like I have to lose weight all the time. I like the way I look. I just want to perfect it and lose a little more weight. I've never had this much muscle or tone. 

So, I am just making some adjustments to my weighted issues. 

Absent, MIA, issues...

Last week, I finally felt better from my sinus surgery. This week is a whole 'nother matter. It's not necessarily my nose, per say, but it is the side they took all the junk out of.



In addition to the pain, I've been having daily migraines, that cause massive nausea, since last week plus am in the middle of a reflux flare. I am just not having the best of days medical wise.



I go back to the ENT next Monday and honestly can't wait. This is ridiculous! I should not be having all this pain on a daily basis.

Okay...vent over!



It's not all daisies and roses over here

Tasty Tuesday...Baked squash tops grilled pork chops

Howdy everyone! I hope you had a great fourth of July! Don't live in the US, well I hope you had a fantastic Monday.

I thought about Tasty Tuesday all day on Monday. What could I showcase that was good for you and still had good taste? Then it came to me. This is one of my latest creations that came to me in late May. It is just simple, mouth watering, and that good. {If I do say so myself :)}

Baked squash tops grilled pork chops
Serves: 4

What you need

* Squash-about 6-8 (boiled until tender)

* Cubed Pork Chops (cooked/grilled)-4

* Extra Sharp Cheddar cheese-shredded (I used 1 block)

Directions

Preheat oven to 350*

In a oven-safe pan, cube squash. About half way through the cubing, layer squash with cheese.

Place the remaining squash on top and top with cheese. Place in oven for 15-20 minutes while allowing the cheese to melt.

Place cubed pork chop in a bowl that you will use to eat. Use about 1/2 to 2/3 cup per person. It's about a small handful.

Once the cheese on the squash is melted, take dish out of the oven. Using a serving spoon, place a generous helping of squash on top of the cubed pork chop. Allow cheese to melt onto meat. (About a minute).

Simple, fast, and ready in under 30-35 minutes. I've been told that's good for a one bowl meal. ;)

Enjoy!!


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Hello 2010

This year starts off a new decade and a year full of opportunities and possibilities. A few people have asked me what my NY resolutions are and I have replied none. Now you may be wondering if I have lost my mind or have gone mad. But the simple truth is that I don't like setting resolutions since I have trouble sticking with them for the entire year, if ya know what I mean. So this year will be a work in progress set with goals. I do better with goals anyways :)

Goal one: Trust-I will work on trusting HIM with the path HE has chosen for me. I sometimes feel that I doubt or question what happens in my life and wonder why. So this year, I will be trusting HIM more and doubting much less.

Goal two: Be good to the body-This means that I will exercise regularly and eat well. Sure there will be times when I am celebrating or have a bad day. But I want to focus on being good to my body on the inside and out.

Goal three: Take time for self-I tend to overbook my schedule and stress myself out really easily, so I will work on taking time for myself whether it be for five minutes to catch a breath or for a night without phonecalls and stress.

2010...a new year and a fresh start

Pray for Stellan

Stellan is being airlifted to Boston soon. He is in EXTREMELY BAD shape and NEEDS our prayers now more than ever!!! Click on the button to see MckMama's update on her sweet baby boy. I have no other words but these: Just PRAY NOW!!!!

Thankful Thursday...

Life is sure busy right now and I am actually posting this at 1:06am. Really, me? Yes! I had a burst of energy (did not drink any caffeine) and am currently working on one of my projects that is due Friday. I may have a bunch on my plate, but I thought I would take some time to say what I am thankful for.

So here I go with my top 5:
** Health-after getting a tonsillectomy/adnoidectomy this summer, I have NOT had a sinus infection yet. Cross your fingers!!!
** Preventive antibiotic-my sweet and genius Pulmonologist/Allergist prescribed me a low dose for the winter/spring to fight off infection and it seems to be working!!!
** Comfy and soft pants-seriously...being comfy is wonderful!
** Email-gotta love it!
** Sweet people who care

Life throws in hurdles and triumphs, but the way they are handled can make life easy or really rough. Life is really tough right now, but I am so thankful for so much!!!

Have a great Thursday!!!!

Moving weekend...

Just wanted to let everyone know that I am moving to Abilene this weekend, so blogging will take a backseat.

My parents are not so sure I am ready, physically and health wise, to be on my own just yet. SO if they do not think I'm ready by Sunday, then I will come back with them and then go back on Wednesday. I am not fighting this since I still do not feel great.

OH Well! Hope everyone is well!!!

Have a great weekend!!!