Welcome to my new blog. I thought that I would share my journey to a healthier me with all of you. On October 7, I received devastating news from my primary care physician. My bloodwork had come back bad and my blood pressure was way too high at the time of my visit. I am DIABETIC, have HIGH CHOLESTEROL and now on the verge of HYPERTENSION. This visit was a big wake up call and on Monday, October 11, I started the South Beach Diet. My doctor suggested the diet as a starting place along with an increase in my physical activity.
My goal with starting a blog is to keep myself on track and to share this journey with people that I care about. As of today, I am on Phase 1 of the diet and have had no carbohydrates since October 10. I do have a little creamer with my coffee in the morning, but other than that no carbs or fruit. I HAVE LOST 11 POUNDS TO DATE! In 2 days, I will begin Phase 2 and at that point I will be allowed 1 whole grain carb and 1 fruit a day for 7 more days.
I have walked a few times, but I feel tired most of the time so the exercise has been a struggle. My family has been so supportive and helpful. Jim, my husband and my mother Judy are on the diet also. My mom and I search weekly for new recipes and do meal planning together. Stephen, my son, is doing the dinner portion with us and enjoys his snacks.
Skinnygirl Julie Dessert
Butterscotch Mousse - made with sugar-free, fat-free pudding and lite cool whip.
Way to go Julie!!! Holding yourself accountable is a huge first step. Allowing others into the struggle will give you a great support network!
ReplyDeleteI'm so proud of you, Julie! Keep it up - I know you can do it :)
ReplyDeleteLove you,
Val
Julie,
ReplyDeleteI love South Beach! It really does work. We're having a weight loss competition at my gym. With the help of the Beach, I've lost 13 pounds in the past month and kept it off. This is in addition to the 20 I took off over the summer! I have lots of food suggestions if you're interested. Good luck!
Teresa
Good luck Julie! The one tip I have is plan ahead so the right foods are always available. Michelle and I said we will brigh a South Beach recipe side dish for Thanksgiving dinner :-)
ReplyDeleteJoanne
I am really proud of you. You are really taking control! I will do anything to help you out...although it sounds like you will be helping me out with some great new recipes. Butterscotch Mousse sounds really good!
ReplyDeleteGood luck Julie! You have already done amazing!!
ReplyDeleteYou are off to a great start!
Love, Michelle
You're off to a great start!! I wish you much success.
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