Going to make it to 1-0-0

I think we always have to try sweetie or things get us down & that makes everything worse. Take good care of yourself. The cleaner you eat & the better care you take of yourself, the better you will feel xo
 
Hi Misty! I'm impressed by your progress. Sounds like you're in pretty good shape already :) Health problems suck, but it's great that you're persevering!

misty22 said:
Speed dating event had some of the worst turn out of guys I've ever seen. One was really creepy. Disappointed and down but will keep going.
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Yeah, speed dating seems to bring out the worst selection of guys. I tried it when I was in better shape and loved it, because there was significantly less/lower male competition than at any bar or party. The other guys all seemed awkward, boring or creepy. All the women picked me! It looked like a dreadful experience for the women though. I can imagine yours must have been discouraging.

Hang in there! Your prospects will improve! Maybe there are other places you can meet guys?
 
Baboon65 said:
Hi Misty! I'm impressed by your progress. Sounds like you're in pretty good shape already :) Health problems suck, but it's great that you're persevering!



Yeah, speed dating seems to bring out the worst selection of guys. I tried it when I was in better shape and loved it, because there was significantly less/lower male competition than at any bar or party. The other guys all seemed awkward, boring or creepy. All the women picked me! It looked like a dreadful experience for the women though. I can imagine yours must have been discouraging.

Hang in there! Your prospects will improve! Maybe there are other places you can meet guys?
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Hey Baboon65! Thank you for the kind words- I have about 30-35lbs to lose. Seems like a small achievable number but definitely is taking quite a bit of work on my end with health issues. Hahaha I hope my prospects improve!! Online dating is the other option- not my cup of tea but it's the most convenient.
 
misty22 said:
I had a few bad food days, but made it to the gym today - 2 miles

Did 3 miles on the treadmill yesterday

My ovarian cysts are acting up- had the problem since 2011- that's when the doctor told me to eat more green veggies- so I've been bleeding (sorry if this is too graphic for you!!). Eating veggies aside, I feel like I can't cut out stuff like bread and coffee which a PCOS diet says you should do. It just sucks. Also PCOS makes it harder for you to lose weight. Sorry, I'm in a vent-y type of mood. I just don't like dealing with this problem that keeps resurfacing. Hair loss is another complication associated with PCOS and my hairdresser did say my hair was thinning. I'm trying but it's hard to stay 100% good all the time :(

I'm happy it's Friday ~~
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You can't eat the the quantities of veggies necessary to affect PCOS. Start taking DIM capsules and you will see a huge change in 4 weeks. DIM is a naturally occurring phytonutrient that is found in cruciferous vegetables. Though discovered many years ago, the connection between plant-derived dietary ingredients and estrogen metabolism are just now beginning to be understood. Research has shown that DIM has the ability to act as an estrogen balancer (sometimes referred to as an estrogen blocker) in both women and men. It can be used by those addressing estrogen dominant conditions including uterine fibroid tumors, fibrocystic breasts, and other hormone related conditions.
 
BellaBeam1291 said:
You can't eat the the quantities of veggies necessary to affect PCOS. Start taking DIM capsules and you will see a huge change in 4 weeks. DIM is a naturally occurring phytonutrient that is found in cruciferous vegetables. Though discovered many years ago, the connection between plant-derived dietary ingredients and estrogen metabolism are just now beginning to be understood. Research has shown that DIM has the ability to act as an estrogen balancer (sometimes referred to as an estrogen blocker) in both women and men. It can be used by those addressing estrogen dominant conditions including uterine fibroid tumors, fibrocystic breasts, and other hormone related conditions.
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Hi Bellabeam, I've heard about DIM, thank you. Ive been meaning to try DIM but I think the diet will also be necessary to keep the situation from getting worse.
 
misty22 said:
Hi Cate! Thanks for the message. Look forward to connecting with you more!

Yes, 136lbs is really healthy for a tall person! I'm 4ft 11" so it means I have to work harder to get down to a healthy BMI and ideal weight. In university I used to be around 120lbs (54 kg) and I was still taunted for being heavy. Weight has always been a sensitive issue for me. The lowest I've been is 105lbs and I looked/felt healthy. Some sites go as far as to say an ideal weight for someone my height is 95lbs but I'd really be happy at 105lbs.

Yes, depression has really impacted my motivation levels. And I'm not a patient person, lol, so weight loss has been a challenge. I'm taking small steps, my diet is nowhere near perfect. I've not been dating because I'm so unhappy because of my weight- which you may think is silly- but almost every guy I've dated has commented on my weight so it's a sensitive subject and I just want to be happy with myself before I look for a partner. Sort of doing a disservice to myself as I'm over 30 and getting older - very few healthy baby-making years left- but I can't get over the mental block of I need to look good to be able to put myself out there.
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I wouldn't focus so much on BMI. It's a flawed system and shouldn't be taken too seriously. Just get down to a weight where you feel good, both physically and mentally. That's all that matters.

Anyway, welcome back. Most of us have had our rebounds and weight gains so I hope you can at least take comfort in knowing you're not alone. Good luck!!!
 
ChefChiTown said:
I wouldn't focus so much on BMI. It's a flawed system and shouldn't be taken too seriously. Just get down to a weight where you feel good, both physically and mentally. That's all that matters.

Anyway, welcome back. Most of us have had our rebounds and weight gains so I hope you can at least take comfort in knowing you're not alone. Good luck!!!
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Thanks :)
 
misty22 said:
Hey Baboon65! Thank you for the kind words- I have about 30-35lbs to lose. Seems like a small achievable number but definitely is taking quite a bit of work on my end with health issues. Hahaha I hope my prospects improve!! Online dating is the other option- not my cup of tea but it's the most convenient.
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I can appreciate how much 30-35 lbs is! I have to lose about that much too, and I don't see it as small at all, especially when "healthy" weight loss is only 1-2 lbs/week. But it's definitely achievable! I don't really know anything about cysts or ovaries, as a dude and all, but I've read that weight loss should improve your condition a lot. Hopefully it helps!

PS - If that picture is remotely accurate, you look great and you probably don't have that far to go :)
 
Baboon65 said:
I can appreciate how much 30-35 lbs is! I have to lose about that much too, and I don't see it as small at all, especially when "healthy" weight loss is only 1-2 lbs/week. But it's definitely achievable! I don't really know anything about cysts or ovaries, as a dude and all, but I've read that weight loss should improve your condition a lot. Hopefully it helps!

PS - If that picture is remotely accurate, you look great and you probably don't have that far to go :)
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Haha no that's not me- that's what I want to get to. That's Nicole Scherzinger- Pussy Cat Dolls.
 
Today I'm battling depression- some PTSD and some self-esteem issues....it's been bad enough to affect me at work and eat away at my confidence and hamper my career growth but I'm trying to fight through it. I don't think seeing a therapist would help because talking through an issue is different from actively working on it. But I'm sort of at a loss- I'm going to see if work can cover therapist visits. I would hate having a label. "She sees a therapist" - but I also know that my history with an abuser and the fear and the fright and lack of self-esteem are not normal. Today I feel sick in the head. I try praying but that only goes so far.

I have a sister who is successful and she likes rubbing it in. She's slim and is doing very well for herself - she also has an anger management issue- she snaps all the time but expects everyone to be respectful to her. Anyways, I don't want to get into it. She triggered some bad feelings to surface today- I've been feeling down today - as a result I've eaten less than normal (a good thing):

Bowl of strawberries
One banana
1.5 bagels with potato and chicken
2 cups of jasmine tea

My diet is slowly getting better but I need to incorporate more greens. I usually take broccoli to work but that's not enough...

I'm going to weigh myself tomorrow as I have no gauge of where my weight is at. I've set the alarm for 5am for the gym.
 
Eats for today:

1 bowl strawberries 50 Cal
Carrots/ broccoli/ chicken salad 250-300
1 bowl cereal 120 cal
1 tea
1 coffee 5o cal

Total post breakfast and lunch= 520 calories
 
Hey Misty, I saw a previous post on here about you having PCOS. I'm a fellow sufferer and just wanted to say not to get discouraged. Easier said than done, I know.
 
-Cory- said:
Hey Misty, I saw a previous post on here about you having PCOS. I'm a fellow sufferer and just wanted to say not to get discouraged. Easier said than done, I know.
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Thanks so much, Cory! I needed to hear that :)
 
Had cyst pain for 3 days and took a lo of pain killers - went back to eating more natural and cutting out gluten where possible (not completely though) - but I bought some bananas, strawberries, spinach and have some chia seeds. I'm slowing moving towards eating cleaner. Bit hard when you live with family and they don't have the same health goals and the pantry is filled with unhealthy options- but I'm getting there.
 
I finally feel like I'm getting more into the healthy eating and exercise routine- I'm no where near perfect or as good as I used to be a few years back but I'm better than a couple months ago- so that has to say something. The next step is monitoring my weight more closely- which I am so scared of. I feel like I'll disappoint myself- it's an irrational fear but I do dread stepping on the scale. Anyways, I've pulled up some cool recipes for asparagus, brussels sprouts and sweet potatoes. I'm going to try roasting and cooking different things. Wish me luck!
 
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