My first 30 day on my supervised diet are nearly complete. My first two weeks were a bust but the second half I have lost 9 pounds to date. My biggest struggles continue to be eating out and unplanned eating although I am geting better at making quick choices that are on plan. I am doing well sticking to calories but see that my carb creep up and fat is creeping up. I havae a few NSVs my clothes fit a little better and I do have more energy. I have started working out or being more active eather. I walked 2 miles with my kids the other day and felt great. I have my first appointment back with my PCP on Monday for the official weigh in then it is on to month 2. My favorite meal plan items this month have been yoplait greek 100 whips, celery and (insert cream cheese, peanut butter, or dressing) string cheese and deviled eggs. My goals for this week are to exceercise three time per week with at least two of those being core work and stretching.

Way to go with the weight loss and the NSV!

Nice job! I'm having a breakthrough with the diet, too. I think focusing on protein instead of worrying about calories has really made the difference (and the calories always end up lower anyway!). Eating out is our huge struggle as well. My solution lately is when I do eat out I prioritize finding a meal item with a good balance of protein to fat. So, like, not a double cheeseburger because although it has a lot of protein it has way more fat. But a grilled chicken sandwich with cheese and honey mustard at Wendy's is 40 grams of protein and very tasty! Then I get chili instead of fries. Total calories 540, 49 protein, 12 fat. I don't feel like it's depriving or "dieting" but the macros are great. Also at McDonald's since they have breakfast all day I get the egg mcmuffin with apple slices and go-gurt. Keep up the great work! How much longer do you have of the supervised diet?