Keto Diet Time!

[onewhippedpuppy]

In 2017-ish I managed to lose about 45 lbs, getting down to 185 lbs at 6’1”. Over the last eight or so years the pesky little lbs have managed to find me, culminating in hitting the scales at 226 lbs last Monday. It didn’t help that I spent most of the last three years working in TX, eating crappy food, and drinking way too much beer. So I said no more and started the keto diet! I lost 8.8 lbs my first week, except for our waiter bringing my wife and I an ice cream sundae at our 23rd anniversary dinner I’ve been almost carb free. My goal is to lose 30 lbs, putting me at about 195 lbs. I found a great app called Carb Manager that has really helped track things and keep me accountable. Anybody else done keto that has some tips?

[Shaun @ Tru6]

Saturday dinner party, 40 lollipops and 10 lbs of A5

[onewhippedpuppy]

Oooh, that looks tasty!

[Shaun @ Tru6]

The defibrillator was kept warmed up the whole night.

I had good luck with keto a few years ago. Exercise is a critical component too.

[Seahawk]

Funny, Matt...a friend of mine recently moved back to Maryland after 5 years in Texas and lost about the amount you want to lose.

His quote, after losing the weight:

All my ex-lbs live in Texas.

He said lunch was, without cheese (I don't know how would he know)), so good it got out of hand. He said when you are jonesing for a brisket for lunch after a sausage biscuit for breakfast, you need to call U-Haul.

[onewhippedpuppy]

It’s funny, fatty meats never bother me. When I eat really greasy carb heavy stuff like pizza, that’s when the heart feels like it’s about to beat out of my chest. It’s also when I feel the most bloated and fat after a meal. Pains me to say it, but beer has the same effect.

I suck at exercise for the sake of exercise. My wife and I normally walk 1-3 miles in the evenings and I’ve started playing golf with my sons. I’m also not a sitter when I’m not working, I always have a project of some kind even if it’s just cleaning the cars. So I guess that’s all better than nothing.

[Paul T]

Originally Posted by onewhippedpuppy

It’s funny, fatty meats never bother me. When I eat really greasy carb heavy stuff like pizza, that’s when the heart feels like it’s about to beat out of my chest. It’s also when I feel the most bloated and fat after a meal. Pains me to say it, but beer has the same effect.

I suck at exercise for the sake of exercise. My wife and I normally walk 1-3 miles in the evenings and I’ve started playing golf with my sons. I’m also not a sitter when I’m not working, I always have a project of some kind even if it’s just cleaning the cars. So I guess that’s all better than nothing.

I'm the same way, but the problem is I love carbs....and beer. This thread is a good reminder though, I have to get back to keto. It's the only way I can lose weight. Those lollipops look awesome, I'm going to get some tomorrow for dinner!

[Bob Kontak]

2017-18 lost 50+.

Miller Lite is 5 carbs. If you stay under 30 total per day you will lose.

Cottage cheese, almonds were a good treat to cheat with once you get over the first several days of carb craving.

Keto bread was nasty. If someone can recommend a good (tolerable) tasting one that would be great.

I never did the fat bombs April made (She was my co-dieter) but if you find some that suit your fancy have at it.

The first time was in the early 2000's and I remember (on the road) buying three of the 1$ McDoubles and stripping all but the meat and pickles.

Co-workers asked if I was on some kind of medicine as I was so even keeled.

[onewhippedpuppy]

Originally Posted by Seahawk

Funny, Matt...a friend of mine recently moved back to Maryland after 5 years in Texas and lost about the amount you want to lose.

His quote, after losing the weight:

All my ex-lbs live in Texas.

He said lunch was, without cheese (I don't know how would he know)), so good it got out of hand. He said when you are jonesing for a brisket for lunch after a sausage biscuit for breakfast, you need to call U-Haul.

I blame Buc-ees! Actually I did eat those bags of candied pecans like crazy, which probably didn’t help. My biggest TX issue was being away from family, so I always ate like crap. Lots of hotel bars and takeout, I was working 70+ hours per week and in no mood to cook or eat healthy.

I see others share my beer problem, it’s really the only thing I miss. While Bob’s Miller Lite comment is valid, I’m more prone to be drinking an IPA, red ale, dunkel, or something else that’s really horrible for you. Fortunately you can drink whiskey on keto so I probably won’t kill anybody.

Also, what is a fat bomb?

[Scott Douglas]

When I went into the hospital at the end of 2020 with my heart attack, I was 205.

By the time I went home 5 days later I was under 200 and kept heading downward.

My vice was drinking two 7-Ups per day.

Cut that out completely.

Last time I got on the digital scales it said 167.4 lbs the other night.

Now my only vice is Ocean Spray juice in the morning with my grape nuts and banana and a bowl of ice cream at night for desert. Sandwiches for lunch are made with one piece of bread. I do eat wheat thins too, instead of potato chips.

I learned how to bbq salmon such that I look forward to a good piece now.

[Scott Douglas]

I consider donuts fat bombs.

[Shaun @ Tru6]

Originally Posted by Paul T

I'm the same way, but the problem is I love carbs....and beer. This thread is a good reminder though, I have to get back to keto. It's the only way I can lose weight. Those lollipops look awesome, I'm going to get some tomorrow for dinner!

I highly recommend letting them marinate in EVOO, chopped garlic, fresh rosemary and thyme with S&P for a minimum of 2 hours. Those were in the fridge for for 10 hours, on the counter for 10 hours. 2 on the counter you'd probably get some good flavor from the garlic and herbs, longer the better, enjoy! And as I am sure you know, those were done well under medium rare. So so good.

[look 171]

Since I torn my knee couple years ago along with covid fat that I was not able to ditched, I started to cut back carbs couple month ago. I love carbs. Pizza, rice, potato and the amount of Mexican food available around LA. I was about 20 over but I cut back on the carbs and lost 10 lbs within the first two months. I have about 10 to go to get to 155-160. It is getting harder and harder to do as we age. I am back to riding my bike regularly, twice a week doing about 80-100 miles. Will try to get up to 150 but time is not on my side. Don't want to get up early so I must find time during the day. I don't remember when was the last time I had a big thick piece of steak?

[Rick Lee]

I'm doing tirzepatide. I eat and drink whatever I want, but it murders my appetite. What I'm saving by not even thinking about eating lunch anymore pays for the drug. I only feel like eating dinner on Fri and Sat., I eat breakfast just because I feel like I need to, but am not hungry then. I only drink water, coffee, bourbon and vodka. I hate soda. The lbs are coming off and the clothes are getting looser.

[JavaBrewer]

About 7 years ago I was convinced by a peer to try Keto. The first 2 weeks were rough, heat and fever like feeling but nothing compared to the 3 month in side effects, namely tears in my colon. I lost a good 20 lbs before my digestive system went haywire. It was pure agony. Wife and I went for a three day weekend to Seattle and I got back on the carbs…including my favorite clam chowder soup with sour dough bread. It took a week for my lower end to get out of pain. It was excruciating.

So I guess keto diet does not work for everyone and I really believe moderation is superior when it comes to food and long term health. I do love some eggs, bacon, and avocado for breakfast though.

[Skytrooper]

Been a keto guy for over 2.5 years. I have lost 40 lbs. I lost most of that in the first couple months. I love carbs, so it was a bit trying at first. I wasn’t straying from the diet, but I really wanted some carbs. Eventually it became the normal habit. I am happy with the outcome. Nowadays I will have a bunch of with a hot dog or hamburger, but only one. It’s a balance thing. I also love beer. I have been drinking Michelob Ultra which is 2.6 carbs a bottle. As with other carbs, if I go out I will get a beer of my choice…just one.
I have tried ALL of the keto breads, buns, and keto recipes for breads. They all suck. Awful.

Good luck with your keto journey Matt !

[Bob Kontak]

Originally Posted by Rick Lee

I'm doing tirzepatide. I eat and drink whatever I want, but it murders my appetite.

I'm on semaglutide which is close and I have been on it a few months.

I have had some success on the scale but feel full all the time as digestion slows down. Pizza/bread is like cement in your gut. Salads/veggies/chicken breast is easier on you.

Side effects of being nauseous are not that bad. However, out-of-the blue dry heaving is weird.

I just started on the max dose and get the stuff at the compounding pharmacy and it under $200 per month. There is a gray marked for it but I don't feel comfortable and have not researched it.

[IROC]

The only way to lose weight is to consume fewer calories than you burn. Fad diets aren't the answer in the end. It's best to eat a balanced diet and just eat less.

Richard Jeni said it best:

[onewhippedpuppy]

Originally Posted by JavaBrewer

About 7 years ago I was convinced by a peer to try Keto. The first 2 weeks were rough, heat and fever like feeling but nothing compared to the 3 month in side effects, namely tears in my colon. I lost a good 20 lbs before my digestive system went haywire. It was pure agony. Wife and I went for a three day weekend to Seattle and I got back on the carbs…including my favorite clam chowder soup with sour dough bread. It took a week for my lower end to get out of pain. It was excruciating.

So I guess keto diet does not work for everyone and I really believe moderation is superior when it comes to food and long term health. I do love some eggs, bacon, and avocado for breakfast though.

Wow, I’ve heard of people having a rough week or so of transition but nothing like that! Definitely sounds like keto wasn’t for you. I agree that everybody is different and there’s no one size fits all diet. I think keto is a good fit for me because I’ve noticed how carbs seems to impact me in a negative way. I don’t plan for this to be forever, hopefully I can hit my weight loss target and then go back to a low carb diet. Beer and pizza are probably my biggest challenge, they are two of my favorite things. I need to really work on moderation with that stuff.

[CurtEgerer]

If you view 'Keto' as a 'diet' for weight loss, it will be very difficult to stick to in the long term and ultimately a failure. Just like every 'diet' ever invented. The motivation needs to be improvement of metabolic health. Excess weight is a symptom of poor metabolic health. Weight loss will be only one of dozens of health improvements on a true Ketogenic lifestyle (and not the most important). Seed/vegetable oils, all grains, and all sugars (including fruit) must be eliminated 100% - they are the cause of metabolic disease.

There was an interesting point made by a doctor where he compressed all of human existence into 1 minute of time. Of that minute, humans have only consumed agricultural foods for about 1 second and processed foods for a few 100ths of a second. We've been on a grand experimental diet for the past 75 years or so and are paying the consequences with epidemic-level metabolic disease (i.e., cancer, heart disease, auto immune, stroke and brain diseases, diabetes, etc.).