The No S "diet"

[TifffanyD]

Has anyone done this? I have started a "no snacks between meals" rule today and then I found out about this diet, which is similar. it states no snacks, sweets, or seconds except (sometimes) on days that start with S (Saturday, Sunday, sick days, and special days - which are holidays, birthdays, etc). I put diet in parenthesis because it's not really a diet, just a thoughtful way of eating.


I decided to forego snacks figuring it was causing me to feel hungry more often - since my body was expecting food all the time. So today, instead of eating my breakfast in 2 pieces to space it out I had my bread with jam and greek yogurt all together. That was 4.5 hours ago and I am still going good!


Just wondering if anyone else did something similar. I've counted calories and points before with weight loss success but got tired of keeping track of everything (and freaking out if I didn't have numbers to use)! Which of course led to regaining the weight. Really getting my mind into this and feeling like I will have less chances for failure (not having to cook things other people won't want to eat, having trouble finding something at a restaurant, etc).

 

[stargazertechie]

Never done anything like this before- I've had better success with eating several smaller meals throughout the day (250-400 calorie meals 4-7 times a day depending on workouts).

Good luck- I'm interested in seeing how this eating style works for you!

 

[TifffanyD]

Never done anything like this before- I've had better success with eating several smaller meals throughout the day (250-400 calorie meals 4-7 times a day depending on workouts).

Good luck- I'm interested in seeing how this eating style works for you!

Thanks! I have done several small meals throughout the day too but then when I fall off the wagon and keep eating those same # of meals and snacks then I end up eating a LOT more. I like this idea of seeing everything I eat and I think it will lead me to making healthier choices I also like the fact that it's not limited and not really a diet

 

[dmonroe]

I try to eat like this. I find that when I try to eat several small meals, I seem to be constantly focused on when I will be eating again! This way, I don't have to worry about it. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and I'm done. I only really deviate on days that I do longer runs. I usually eat about 1/2 cup Greek yogurt and a little fruit before I go, then eat string cheese and almonds when I get done. It has worked for me so far. I lost about 30 lbs in a little over 6 months, and have kept it off for another 6.

 

[cewait]

The current thought is that a grazing diet (i.e. 5-6 smaller meals a day) will help shed weight. The secret is that the smaller in between meals need to have a protein associated with them. No protein will lead to wagon falling.

So keeping with the idea, I lost a ton when I stuck with the smaller meals, kept away from anything in between those meals and allowed a small failure here and there. I would generally not be too accountable on one of the weekend days.

 

[TifffanyD]

Awesome feedback! My problem with the smaller meals is that I am constantly watching the clock to see if it's time to eat yet. Also, I get hungry a lot and often don't feel satisfied. I feel like my body is constantly craving food because it is never really going without... which is why I am trying the "no snack" deal.

I was worried about going to my step class today without something small beforehand for energy... but I think it went ok!

I am currently waiting on dinner and normally I would've had a snack and still be starving... but I am basically ok (don't tell my husband that though... he is SUPPOSED to be cooking and won't stop playing video games)!!

 

[TifffanyD]

I try to eat like this. I find that when I try to eat several small meals, I seem to be constantly focused on when I will be eating again! This way, I don't have to worry about it. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and I'm done. I only really deviate on days that I do longer runs. I usually eat about 1/2 cup Greek yogurt and a little fruit before I go, then eat string cheese and almonds when I get done. It has worked for me so far. I lost about 30 lbs in a little over 6 months, and have kept it off for another 6.

Were you counting calories? Or just eating basically what you wanted with a thought to what was healthy?

 

[dmonroe]

Were you counting calories? Or just eating basically what you wanted with a thought to what was healthy?

Yes and no. I generally stick to the same foods for breakfast and lunch, and I know calorie wise what is in them. Dinner varies, but is still a fairly healthy meal. For example, breakfast is almost always Greek yogurt, fruit and a 100 calorie pack of almonds or Special K Protein Plus and fruit. Lunch is usually an omelet with egg beaters, turkey, green onions, cheese and salsa or turkey, string cheese and grapes. Dinner is always heavy on veggies and lean protein. This is during the week. Weekends I pretty much stick with the same breakfast/lunch routine and eat what I want for dinner. Weekends are also my time to eat any treats (within reason) that I have been craving. I also exercise 6 days a week.
I will say, this probably isn't the healthiest way to eat, but it works for me. I don't eat a lot of carbs, not because I think they are evil, but because I noticed I just feel so much better when I don't have them.

 

[TifffanyD]

Yes and no. I generally stick to the same foods for breakfast and lunch, and I know calorie wise what is in them. Dinner varies, but is still a fairly healthy meal. For example, breakfast is almost always Greek yogurt, fruit and a 100 calorie pack of almonds or Special K Protein Plus and fruit. Lunch is usually an omelet with egg beaters, turkey, green onions, cheese and salsa or turkey, string cheese and grapes. Dinner is always heavy on veggies and lean protein. This is during the week. Weekends I pretty much stick with the same breakfast/lunch routine and eat what I want for dinner. Weekends are also my time to eat any treats (within reason) that I have been craving. I also exercise 6 days a week.
I will say, this probably isn't the healthiest way to eat, but it works for me. I don't eat a lot of carbs, not because I think they are evil, but because I noticed I just feel so much better when I don't have them.

Sounds pretty healthy to me!! Just not a lot of variety

 

[dmonroe]

Sounds pretty healthy to me!! Just not a lot of variety

Yes, definitely not a lot of variety! I actually don't mind eating the same foods all of the time--my variety comes at dinner (somewhat) and definitely on the weekends.
I think I finally (after years and years) reached a point where I can can simply look at food as fuel. I am happy eating things that will keep me full/satisfied for the longest amount of time for the most part. I still have my old favorites, and that's where my weekends help me out!

 

[TifffanyD]

Yes, definitely not a lot of variety! I actually don't mind eating the same foods all of the time--my variety comes at dinner (somewhat) and definitely on the weekends.
I think I finally (after years and years) reached a point where I can can simply look at food as fuel. I am happy eating things that will keep me full/satisfied for the longest amount of time for the most part. I still have my old favorites, and that's where my weekends help me out!

Awesome! I am trying to figure things out still...

 

[TifffanyD]

I was doing well until a couple of life things got in the way... Ooooops

 

[Sadie Chez]

You can ramp it up and ban "P" things, help keep you lower carb.
"P" things:
potatoes
pasta
pizza
pastries
pie
etc, etc

Sometimes you just get sick of counting, and you need to do something fun to keep yourself going.

 

[TifffanyD]

You can ramp it up and ban "P" things, help keep you lower carb.
"P" things:
potatoes
pasta
pizza
pastries
pie
etc, etc

Sometimes you just get sick of counting, and you need to do something fun to keep yourself going.

Thanks! That's a good idea but I am soooo not ready to go there yet. Pie and pastries already fall under the sugar ban so that's good . Yes I am sooooooooooo sick of counting and restricting and not having enough cals/pts/whatevs to actually eat a decent dinner due to snacking or something else.


I did good with the plan Wed and Thurs and am just about to have my lunch now... and I haven't felt starving the whole time!! Sometimes I get some momentary hunger but it goes away and then I feel just fine - MUCH less hunger than I was getting before though!

 

[tedhowe]

I haven't done this No S "plan", but it is similar to what I did change to this year that has been a great success for me.

I was always a grazer/snacker. This year I changed to eat a healthy breakfast and lunch and a sensible dinner.

I don't crave a lot of variety so sticking with a specific breakfast/lunch for many many weeks and months in a row helped me to get over the hump in changing my habits.

Breakfast is greek yogurt, tea, healthy whole grain cereal (1 cup of Basic 4 or Post Great Grains), 1 cup of skim milk

Lunch is a salad with romaine, other raw veggies (bell peppers, cauliflower, cucumbers, etc) about 4 ounces of grilled chicken breast and 2 tbsp dressing (usually a balsamic vinaigrette)

Dinner is sensible, with 3-4 oz. of a starch (baked potato, rice, quinoa, etc), 4-5 ounces of lean protein (chicken breast, pork loin, steak, lean sausages, fish or shellfish), and a lot of veggies.

I do count calories... and have been logging and counting since january... that's been the key. I used to get frustrated with not knowing as well, but the smart phone has been the key to the success this time. I always have my diary app with me, and it has a database of millions of foods. There are several different options. The one i use is myfitnesspal.

 

[TifffanyD]

I haven't done this No S "plan", but it is similar to what I did change to this year that has been a great success for me.

I was always a grazer/snacker. This year I changed to eat a healthy breakfast and lunch and a sensible dinner.

I don't crave a lot of variety so sticking with a specific breakfast/lunch for many many weeks and months in a row helped me to get over the hump in changing my habits.

Breakfast is greek yogurt, tea, healthy whole grain cereal (1 cup of Basic 4 or Post Great Grains), 1 cup of skim milk

Lunch is a salad with romaine, other raw veggies (bell peppers, cauliflower, cucumbers, etc) about 4 ounces of grilled chicken breast and 2 tbsp dressing (usually a balsamic vinaigrette)

Dinner is sensible, with 3-4 oz. of a starch (baked potato, rice, quinoa, etc), 4-5 ounces of lean protein (chicken breast, pork loin, steak, lean sausages, fish or shellfish), and a lot of veggies.

I do count calories... and have been logging and counting since january... that's been the key. I used to get frustrated with not knowing as well, but the smart phone has been the key to the success this time. I always have my diary app with me, and it has a database of millions of foods. There are several different options. The one i use is myfitnesspal.

Ahhh I've done MFP! I did ok with it ... on-and-off... but am really tired of playing the "Oh I should still eat another 300 calories so instead of this with dinner I'll have this"... or just not having a filling dinner because I didn't workout when I'd planned to. But I've been on that site for over a year... it is a GREAT tool if you like using it!

 

[cewait]

Awesome feedback! My problem with the smaller meals is that I am constantly watching the clock to see if it's time to eat yet. Also, I get hungry a lot and often don't feel satisfied. I feel like my body is constantly craving food because it is never really going without... which is why I am trying the "no snack" deal.

I was worried about going to my step class today without something small beforehand for energy... but I think it went ok!

I am currently waiting on dinner and normally I would've had a snack and still be starving... but I am basically ok (don't tell my husband that though... he is SUPPOSED to be cooking and won't stop playing video games)!!

Keep a glass of ambient temp water handy. Cool/cold water is great during a workout but does not help satiate as well as room temp water. You should be drinking the equivalent number of ounces that equals half you body weight. EG, if you weigh 140, you should be drinking 70 oz of water daily. Caffeinated, alcohol based and sweetened drinks count as 0 in this total.