Okay so a week or so ago I introduced myself and told my story and where I am falling short. I got some fabulous and very helpful feedback. So after a family vacation, yes I did vacation first. I knew I would most likely fail and then I would beat myself up for it. Tomorrow I am resorting back to a Protein based, extremely low carb and no added sugar diet. I have to do this for myself. So tomorrow will be a trip to the store for pouch tuna, canned chicken and lots of salad. What is everyone's opinion on fruit? It's a natural sugar so I didn't know what everyone else does to handle that? And my goal is to keep caloric intake to about 900? Any other ideas, thoughts, or helpful words? I am all ears!

J

SW-321

CW-210

WL-111

Goal Weight--180

I allow myself one small piece of fruit per day in weight loss mode. Otherwise, the sugar, calories, and carbs just add up too quickly. They may be natural but that doesn't mean they won't hinder your weight loss just like any other calories.

ETA: I should note that the fruit varies but I don't eat tropical fruit when trying to lose weight. It is even more caloric and sugary than most fruit. So, I stay away from bananas, mangoes, pineapple.

I allow myself one small piece of fruit per day in weight loss mode. Otherwise, the sugar, calories, and carbs just add up too quickly. They may be natural but that doesn't mean they won't hinder your weight loss just like any other calories.

ETA: I should note that the fruit varies but I don't eat tropical fruit when trying to lose weight. It is even more caloric and sugary than most fruit. So, I stay away from bananas, mangoes, pineapple.

I would think watermelon would be a good choice for that "one fruit"?

J

SW-321

CW-210

WL-111

Goal Weight--180

It's summer, and the peaches, plums and nectarines are amazing right now. Nectarines and peaches are pretty large, so I would stick to half of one.

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I mostly eat berries (blueberries, blackberries, raspberries) and add them to smoothies. I also like local cantaloupes when they are in season. I don't eat fruit daily, but enjoy it once or twice a week.

So going to the store today was a mixture of emotion. Realizing what bad habits came into play, that I chose to go back to, that put weight back on. It was hard passing up things I enjoy to buy things that are right. People get annoyed when you stand in the aisle reading labels. I was annoyed at their annoyance. But leaving, I felt good. I remembered how much I wanted my success before and I know I still love myself that much to do it again. I was excited about the fresh veggies and fish, excited about new recipes that will be gracing our dinner table!

J

SW-321

CW-210

WL-111

Goal Weight--180

Stick with stone fruits and berries.