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I have been on a very strict low carb low sugar diet since rededicating myself at the first of the year. At first I had all the side effects Dizziness moodiness (outright rage sometimes) and utter exhaustion. I pushed through it and now I am discovering that I don't really crave it anymore and my energy levels are soaring. A month ago just walking down the hall at work at a fairly slow pace I would get out of breath. Today I had to slow down so another guy could keep up with me and I was breathing normally! Then I was faced with a challenge. Some people were in from out of town and wanted to have lunch at an awesome mexican restaurant (Chuy's). I ordered a taco salad (less guacamole) and didn't eat the shell or a single tortilla chip. This was a BIG test for me but as I sat there watching them eat their meals I found I wasn't craving it and actually didn't even want it! I feel like today was a big step for me in my journey.

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Way to go! Feels so good to overcome cravings and addictions -- my band gives me the edge I need to be able to do that. I love having the appetite monster off of my back. Have a great February -- look what a difference one month has made already.

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Today it was Logans. Grilled chicken salad. No croutons and No yeast rolls. I am so happy to be able to resist these former temptations without a second thought. Sure a craving sneaks in now and then, but I find a healthier alternative with no sugar.

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I am seriously thinking of going low carb all the way. I already will not eat bread and have not had sweets for a while. @@Bob the builder Are you still doing well with it?

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I am still doing low carb. I have stalled a bit but just got a fill yesterday so I expect I will start losing again. It was hard for a while until I got used to not having sugar/starches, but now I don't miss it all that much.

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