Weight Watchers Chat - Part II

[DVCBELLE]

I found this post on a blog...it is the only thing on the blog...the person said they were going to write a celiac weight watchers blog but obviously didn't get very far but I thought it might help you with ideas:

Weight Watcher Healthy Guidelines


1.Fruits and Veggies 5 servings daily
½ cup per serving unless leafy then 1 cup

2.Milk 3 servings daily
1 cup per serving

3.Liquids 6 cups daily
4.Healthy Oils 2 tsp daily
5.Lean Protein 1-2 servings daily
Lean meat, skinless chicken, fish, beans

Soy products and lentils

6.Whole Grains whenever possible



Grains & Grain Products
GF Grains: amaranth, arrowroot, buckwheat, corn (cornmeal, corn grits), fava, flaxseed, garbanzo bean (chickpea, besan, gram or channa), hominy, hominy grits, kasha (toasted buckwheat), millet, pure uncontaminated oats, quinoa, rice, sago, tapioca

GF flours: bean flours (garbanzo, fava, romano), pure buckwheat flour, buckwheat bran, cornstarch, cornmeal, corn bran, garfava flour (garbanzo + fava bean flours), mesquite flour, montina flour (made from Indian rice grass), nut flours and nut meals, pea flour, potato flour, potato starch, rice flour (white and brown), sorghum flour, soy (soya) flour, teff (or tef) flour

Breads and baked goods made with GF grains and free of other gluten-containing ingredients

Pastas made from rice, beans, corn, potato, quinoa, soy, wild rice and other GF grains
Cold cereals: puffed corn, amaranth, buckwheat, millet or rice, rice flakes and soy cereals
Hot cereals: hominy grits, soy grits, cream of buckwheat, cream of rice, puffed amaranth, rice flakes, quinoa flakes, soy flakes
Rice: brown, white, basmati, jasmine or wild rice
Grains: buckwheat, millet, amaranth, rice, corn, quinoa


Corn or rice tortillas


Popcorn 94% fat free microwave only

 

[M.A.D.aboutDisney]

I'm so excited! I had my WI today and am down 3.2!!! I hit 25 lbs. today and got my charm for my keyring. Now to WDW next week to see how well I can keep it together.

I did hear a yummy recipe today at the meeting that I must try! Take a banana and split in lengthwise (like a banana split), spray it a few times with butter spray, sprinkle with a tsp. of sugar and sprinkle with cinnamon, put in microwave for 35 seconds and then top with 2 tablespoons of whipped cream. I think it ends up being 2 points plus because of the whipped cream! Sounds kinda yummy for a late night snack/dessert when you don't have many points left.

 

[DVCBELLE]

I'm so excited! I had my WI today and am down 3.2!!! I hit 25 lbs. today and got my charm for my keyring. Now to WDW next week to see how well I can keep it together.

I did hear a yummy recipe today at the meeting that I must try! Take a banana and split in lengthwise (like a banana split), spray it a few times with butter spray, sprinkle with a tsp. of sugar and sprinkle with cinnamon, put in microwave for 35 seconds and then top with 2 tablespoons of whipped cream. I think it ends up being 2 points plus because of the whipped cream! Sounds kinda yummy for a late night snack/dessert when you don't have many points left.

One for each pound!!!!!



Use Fat free cool whip and your points would be lower!!

 

[NC State]

This is my first day on program and I am really panicking a little. I am hoping someone can tell me if I am doing things right.

I have a lot to lose so my daily points allowance is 46 per day.
I wrote out everything I am going to eat today and added it all up to 21 points. That leaves me with 25 more points to eat for the day. That seems like a lot.
I will quickly write down what I ate today:

breakfast
coffee w/half and half and 1 tblsp sugar
rice bar
2 eggs cooked in 1 tsp butter

lunch
cold veggie salad
sliced turkey

Dinner
1/2 cup ground turkey
2 tbsp zero fat greek yogurt
1/4 cup low fat cheese
diced tomato, onion, shredded lettuce

So, all of that adds up to 21 points. This just seems like a lot of food compared to how things used to be.

Can anyone give me some feedback?

Thanks!!!!

I would add more fruit in. How about adding a wrap with your dinner? I think you will feel full. If you only eat 21 pts you need 25 pts to finish the day. It is important to get your points in each day. I know it sounds crazy but it will help you lose. Good luck! Don't forget this is your first day of living for you!

 

[DisMomme]

WI day today - I was up 2 1/2 lbs It is better than the 4 lbs I thought I was up earlier in the week and this is a new week

I haven't had time to catch up on all the posts so I will just say....WTG to all the losers and to all the others like me.

My MIL "routine" heart surgery wasn't as routine as we were lead to believe. Her BP plummeted the night after and she has been in ICU and majorly sedated ever since. We are encouraged by the "baby steps" she is taking though. They were able to remove the balloon pump today and her BP is holding it's own, but the Dr was quick to remind us that she has a long recovery ahead and she is still VERY sick. Prayer or kind thoughts are appreciated. Thanks

 

[dthogue]

Sandi,

Just saw your countdown ticker - looks like we'll be at WDW at the same time

 

[dthogue]

WI day today - I was up 2 1/2 lbs It is better than the 4 lbs I thought I was up earlier in the week and this is a new week

I haven't had time to catch up on all the posts so I will just say....WTG to all the losers and to all the others like me.

My MIL "routine" heart surgery wasn't as routine as we were lead to believe. Her BP plummeted the night after and she has been in ICU and majorly sedated ever since. We are encouraged by the "baby steps" she is taking though. They were able to remove the balloon pump today and her BP is holding it's own, but the Dr was quick to remind us that she has a long recovery ahead and she is still VERY sick. Prayer or kind thoughts are appreciated. Thanks

to you and prayers for your MIL

 

[Sandi]

Sandi,

Just saw your countdown ticker - looks like we'll be at WDW at the same time

We just nailed things down yesterday for our summer trip. I felt kind of spolied going again after just having been there earlier this month, but apparently DH waits for DD16 and me to plan our summer WDW trip so he can plan his buddy vacation up here in Michigan. So everyone is happy.

August is so hot that we'll want to weight less to enjoy it more. So, a trip to WDW is important to our WW success, right Tammy?!

 

[sjms71]

We just nailed things down yesterday for our summer trip. I felt kind of spolied going again after just having been there earlier this month, but apparently DH waits for DD16 and me to plan our summer WDW trip so he can plan his buddy vacation up here in Michigan. So everyone is happy.

August is so hot that we'll want to weight less to enjoy it more. So, a trip to WDW is important to our WW success, right Tammy?!

Well, I have to admit we are going again for a casual trip in June. We are not staying on property which is going to feel a little odd for us. I just thought the AP rate wasn't that good. But we are renting a condo we have rented before. We will hang in Orlando for a week and then go down to Anna Maria Island for a week. Can't wait!!

 

[mrzrich]

Hey guys. I'm still here. My computer is broken so I am posting from my mom's house. Down .2 this week. One less Stick of Butter!

 

[robinb]

Congratulations to all our losers!!

I gained another .8 lbs. I'm not upset at all considering how last week went and I was pretty "good" the rest of the week. I am going to try not to go overboard like I usually do on the weekend. We are going to the Opera tonight and I already have a Noodles and Company chinese chopped salad with shrimp & a ciabatta roll already in my tracker and I have 1 pt left for the say plus another 4 that I will earn on today's walk/jog so I'll also have a glass of wine .

 

[Sandi]

Well, I have to admit we are going again for a casual trip in June. We are not staying on property which is going to feel a little odd for us. I just thought the AP rate wasn't that good. But we are renting a condo we have rented before. We will hang in Orlando for a week and then go down to Anna Maria Island for a week. Can't wait!!

You need a countdown ticker Stephanie!

Hey guys. I'm still here. My computer is broken so I am posting from my mom's house. Down .2 this week. One less Stick of Butter!

That's terrific on your weight loss! Sorry about your computer. At our house we've had one computer down at for the last few weeks. Thank goodness for BestBuy and the Geek Squad.

Congratulations to all our losers!!

I gained another .8 lbs. I'm not upset at all considering how last week went and I was pretty "good" the rest of the week. I am going to try not to go overboard like I usually do on the weekend. We are going to the Opera tonight and I already have a Noodles and Company chinese chopped salad with shrimp & a ciabatta roll already in my tracker and I have 1 pt left for the say plus another 4 that I will earn on today's walk/jog so I'll also have a glass of wine .

Love, love, love the Noodles Chinese chopped salad. I usually get it with the grilled chicken (where I give half the chicken to my dining companions), but the shrimp is excellent, too. Good choice and smart to get it in your tracker now. I'm just not an opera person (although I love rock operas of the Webber-Rice ilk), but I sure hope you have fun tonight.

 

[sjms71]

You need a countdown ticker Stephanie!



That's terrific on your weight loss! Sorry about your computer. At our house we've had one computer down at for the last few weeks. Thank goodness for BestBuy and the Geek Squad.



Love, love, love the Noodles Chinese chopped salad. I usually get it with the grilled chicken (where I give half the chicken to my dining companions), but the shrimp is excellent, too. Good choice and smart to get it in your tracker now. I'm just not an opera person (although I love rock operas of the Webber-Rice ilk), but I sure hope you have fun tonight.

We just got a Noodles and Company here and I have to admit it is ranked very high on my list. I love The Med. sandwich!!

 

[disbabyndaddy]

At WI this morning, I didn't lose a thing this week...but I didn't gain either, so that's good. It is the first time in my 14 weeks that I didn't lose something. I'm pretty sure it was because we went out for Mexican last Saturday night (Day 2 of my "week"), though I was VERY good (or so I thought) and only used 6 of my weekly points. Then, Easter...I cooked, and again, only used about 5-6 weekly points.

Maybe I gained those two days and spent the rest of the week making up for it, I don't know. Ah, well...I'm just gonna keep doing what I've been doing. If the same thing happens this week, I'll have to see if there are any new patterns developing.

Have a GREAT weekend everyone!

Bobbi

 

[M.A.D.aboutDisney]

At WI this morning, I didn't lose a thing this week...but I didn't gain either, so that's good. It is the first time in my 14 weeks that I didn't lose something. I'm pretty sure it was because we went out for Mexican last Saturday night (Day 2 of my "week"), though I was VERY good (or so I thought) and only used 6 of my weekly points. Then, Easter...I cooked, and again, only used about 5-6 weekly points.

Maybe I gained those two days and spent the rest of the week making up for it, I don't know. Ah, well...I'm just gonna keep doing what I've been doing. If the same thing happens this week, I'll have to see if there are any new patterns developing.

Have a GREAT weekend everyone!

Bobbi

I had that last week and blamed it on Aunt Flo! But then this week I made up for it by losing 3.2. I always think I really lost the 1.5 lb but must have water weight or something and then the next week the water is gone and it looks like a bigger loss... Does that make sense??

Here's to hoping for a great week next week for you!!!

 

[Twingle]

Hello WW buddies! It's the first weekend in WEEKS here that it's not raining, so we're trying to take advantage of the weather, hope everyone is enjoying their day.

I lost 2.0 this week! I was shocked at having another 2 lb week, that's simply not the way I've lost since I've been on program. But, I earned my keychain and my 16 week charm (although I've been on program since December, I just now managed to actually attend 16 meetings) so that was really, really awesome.

Also, wanted to share that I made one of the WW Walk It T-shirts, mine is pink and says "I Walk to Remember to Take Care of Me". It's something I still struggle with, remembering that I am worth the good food, the time to exercise and the investment in my health.

Have a great one friends!

 

[Sandi]

Hello WW buddies! It's the first weekend in WEEKS here that it's not raining, so we're trying to take advantage of the weather, hope everyone is enjoying their day.

I lost 2.0 this week! I was shocked at having another 2 lb week, that's simply not the way I've lost since I've been on program. But, I earned my keychain and my 16 week charm (although I've been on program since December, I just now managed to actually attend 16 meetings) so that was really, really awesome.

Also, wanted to share that I made one of the WW Walk It T-shirts, mine is pink and says "I Walk to Remember to Take Care of Me". It's something I still struggle with, remembering that I am worth the good food, the time to exercise and the investment in my health.

Have a great one friends!

Congratulations on your loss. That's great. I love what you put on your T-shirt. You have to do this for YOU! Keep up your hard work.

I'm glad the weather is cooperating for you this weekend. We're having decent weather and had sun for a good portion of the day. Now, sadly, the rains are coming back.

How's everyone doing!?

 

[CdnBuzzFan]

I just wanted to say that, after watching Dateline last night about the devastation caused by the recent tornadoes in the States, I hope you and your families were saved from it.

 

[sjms71]

I just wanted to say that, after watching Dateline last night about the devastation caused by the recent tornadoes in the States, I hope you and your families were saved from it.

I saw that too Jess, wasn't that just terrible. That made what came through our town look like nothing.

 

[dthogue]

Ok, I am ready for the month of April to be OVER!!!

This month has been a total bust for me:

* I fracture the outside bone in my foot last Saturday - can't exercise, no running for 6-8 weeks (I am so upset over this - I was doing so good with my training), this injury has sent me into a eating frenzy

*I weigh 2.2 pounds more today than April 1st - have played with the same 5 pounds all month - up and down

*Did not have one week were I was on program - some good days, but more bad days eating too much. I am an all or nothing type person - once I go off track, I stay off track the rest of the day - self sabotage at its best.

*and entirely too much rain - not mention the small tornado that went through our town on Thursday (scary for us, I can't imagine what it was like in Alabama - praying for them).

One good thing was that I was able to get back to my normal meeting this morning, which seemed to help me for a bit - but then went to a picnic this afternoon and indulged too much once again!!!

Thank you for letting me get all that off me chest - I have been tempted so many times this month to throw in the towel, but I have come too far to do that, so tomorrow morning is MAY 1st - I am counting my blessings, erasing the past and my mistakes and moving into a new month with a new attitude.

Here's to May - it's going to be a better month!