Day 10 – London / NFD

Made the cloud bread last night! Was lovely, like little light souffles of joy! Loved them! (boyfriend thought them very strange and totally pointless “it’s like eating air” -> then got himself 3 crumpets! – this is a person who at 42 yrs old is the same weight he was at uni, grrrrh!)

My recipe was: 3oz cream cheese, 3 medium eggs – separated, pinch of cream of tartar. It’s so simple, just mix the softened cheese & yolks, then in another bowl, whip the whites with the tartar into a stiff meringue, then carefully combine the two and spoon out 6-8 beautiful fluffy clouds onto a greased baking sheet. Bake for 25 – 30 mins on 160 (I used 150 for my fan oven). I added some fennel seeds to the top of some of them and they came out so fragrant.

Supposedly around 85 calories each… so about the same as a normal slice of bread, but protein rich and (almost) carb free. I think you can sub the cream cheese for quark / cottage cheese which would reduce the calories somewhat and can also make sweet ones by adding stevia, vanilla, cinnamon etc…

@skinnylove – Doughnuts yum! Wow – I do love them but only the filthy cheap jam filled variety – none of those expensive krispy cremes – they look beautiful but to me they always taste stale!

@jojo58 – I would be tempted to bin any leftovers you still have lying around and say you spotted mould! (in my house we hate to chuck food as both of us grew up poor! – but for anything that is nutritionally void, I don’t feel so bad about it… Sometimes I say to the OH – take it in to work with you and share with the office)

OK…enough about food.. good luck to all you pocketeers around the globe and to those on their NFDs. Happy Friday all!

Faye

Day 10 – Switzerland – FD

Great to pick up on your positive vibes @jojo58, sounds like you’ve got a great day planned.

Still haven’t quite got up the momentum to stretch FDs into the next day to make a 16:8 NFD. I just wake up so hungry after I’ve fasted for 36hrs. I’ve been trying to identify what makes me fail in my aim to regulate my eating, and feeling sorry for myself/deprived seems to be a strong trigger, so I’m treading carefully. But at the same time, I understand the benefits of stretching the fast to 41/42hrs – and ultimately, 16:8 will make my NFDs a lot easier to navigate. So watch this space!

@skinnylove totally with you on the B&Js. I can’t keep it in the house at the moment. My taste buds and eating habits are really changing though, so I’m hoping that I will develop more self-control along the way as well.

@missymay – good on you!

Day 10 – Perth, W.Aust – FD
Day 9 – NFD

Oops, looks like I forgot to post yesterday, was a busy one organising hubby. However, a great start to today, had breakfast with a friend at Health Freaks cafe, they are an awesome franchise here in Perth and offer the most amazing foods from vegan, gluten and sugar free, and more. Had myself some Green matcha tea protein pancakes topped with organic homemade Nutella sauce, blueberries, raw chocolate crumble and Cocowhip ice-cream all for an amazing 265cal. It was so filling and rich, I even left some pancakes on the plate and the bonus – it’s kept me going all day and not feeling a tiny bit hungry and the cocowhip ice cream is to die for, yummo.

Be strong, be kind, be fabulous.

Day 10 – Queensland, Australia – NFD.

Starting weight: 51.5 kg
Goal weight: 50 kg

Weight today: 50.4 kg.

I am assuming some of that is fluid loss, but I’ll take it and see if it sticks.

Another good day, coming in under TDEE. The weekend is here, so no fasting until Monday.

Have a good weekend, all!

@at – amazing effort with the spreadsheet; thanks for your time and effort in compiling all that information; and thanks for your thoughtful responses.

Day 10 – FIN – NFD

(Apologies if this pops up many times in this post (mods are free to delete the duplicates) – my original post disappeared when I tried to edit it, and I still can’t see any version of it here even after trying to resubmit it once.)

My tooth scare yesterday ended up being a false alarm – turns out I had merely irritated the gum by flossing the night before (a small piece of food had ended up between the tooth and the gum).

In terms of food (which I suppose is meant to be one of the main focuses of this thread), I consumed approximately 505 kcals yesterday: 1 protein bar around lunch (my visit to the dentist kept me from eating breakfast), 1 very ripe banana mid-afternoon and 1 cashew (lol), 1 plum tomato and 1 can of cottage cheese for dinner. With this, I even managed to surpass my minimum daily protein needs (0.8 x your weight in kg = 51 g in my case).

I weighed myself this morning and got surprised since the scale stopped at 62.9 kg, which indicates a 0.8 kg loss from two days ago. Taking into account how my weight has changed over the course of these past few months, I feel like it’s a pretty big change, but I suppose some of it might be only temporary. I’ll probably weigh myself again on Sunday and try to make Sundays a habit.

@at Yes, I tend to strive to drink a lot, and have been doing so especially during my fast days – 2,5 liters (or more) yesterday – but it’s also possible that I forgot to keep an eye on my liquid intake on Wed. Thanks for the lemon water tip! I tried adding citrus (lime) to warm water yesterday and got surprised by how sweet it tasted.

Sheffield, Uk

Day 9 FD
Day 10 FD

Wow, down 1.6kg in the past week. Nearly didn’t weigh myself, but managed to pluck up the courage.

My 5 midweek fasts have been hard this week. Well the 4 before today have 🙂

But 6kg loss in 5 weeks is better than I expected. And I’m beginning to feel healthy & more in tune with my body.

And, I wouldn’t share this with anyone else, but it’s dawned on me that I started to put on weight when I was bullied at school age 11. I was happy age 10. Had some of it knocked out of me when I was at secondary school and used wit/humour to build some resilience in life ever since. It’s not a big deal, but it’s taken me the effort to lose weight to finally lance a festering boil ! Just realising that the old you (age 10) is still underneath all that is highly motivating. That’s all either profound and moving, or a load of old twaddle that makes no sense.

Anyhoooo…. moving on. Onwards and downwards actually.

Take care out their fasters, it’s a sugary world!

Day 10 USA (IL) – NFD

Excellent FD yesterday, right at 500 calories, and the scale was kind this morning. Still maintaining 160. But I know this day-after-FD is always rough. Will have a very low carb egg breakfast, but I’m going out to lunch with a friend on our way to an out of town visitation this afternoon. Need to make that very controlled.

♫♪♫♪ Happy birthday, dear @pamie, happy birthday to YOU! ♫♪♫♪ (sings the SongBird)

@missymay – I have been recording all my eating on MFP for several months and find it such a valuable tool. As much as I hate counting calories especially!

I have a confession to make: I use Equal (aspartame) and have for decades. I know people sometimes have side effects from it, but I never have. I put a packet in my ACV drink as well, although at times I use honey if I can add those calories. It is routine in my morning coffee and even other items. There was an interesting SouthBeach Diet recipe for a “dessert” that used ricotta cheese flavored with various things and sweetened with Equal. It makes a good low carb equivalent to ice cream.

Have a terrific day, Pocketeers, enjoy the weight loss and challenge!

Onward and downward.

Day 10 – Italy-FD
Skipped a few days AT, I apologise. I’m finding it hard to follow all the posts there are so many of us!
Good luck to everyone else fasting today

Day 10 UK NFD finding it hard at the mo, did well fasting earlier in week but getting a bit bogged down and just eating too much, going to try and chill a bit at the weekend and get back in the right frame of mind for fasting Monday and hopefully have a controlled weekend

Day 10 – Durham UK – NFD

No weight loss this week, despite 2 full fast days and 1 CD. 😡 i know it is at least partly hormonal, but that doesn’t help – because I’m hormonal!! 😳 So then I had McDonald’s for lunch. Great plan… ah well, there’s always next week.

@okeydokey, @at – konjac rice (and noodles) are made from an Asian plant called konjac. It’s a root made alsmot entirely of water soluble fibre that is shredded or powdered and then reformed into rice and noodle shapes. There are different brands around the world, but if you google konjac rice or noodles and your country you’ll find something. I’ve lived in Aus, UK and Canada, and in all 3 it is available at supermarket. Usually health food aisle. The rice/ noodles themselves don’t taste like much, so you need some sauce – I usually use soy – but they don’t actually need to be cooked, so you can heat in micro for about 2 min or you can fry in non-stick pan without oil. Because they are only fibre, there is only 10 calories in about 2 cups (1 packet), so all the calories are coming from the veggies and sauce.
Some people use as a general substitute for rice and pasta, but I think best in Asian food as they are really more like a glass noodle than a wheat based pasta or grains of rice. they smell a bit funny when you open the packet, but I just tip them into a sieve and run under tap for a minute so. You could also add them to any Asian style soup or strongly flavoured/ saucy dish to just give yourself a bit of extra bulk to your meal without really adding any calories.
I actually really like both the rice and the noodles – the texture is interesting to me.

Anyway, let me know what you think if you try them… all the best everyone, and stay strong for the weekend! xx

Day 3 FD, WA
Fast day for me. My nonfast day went well yesterday. My energy is good. It helps to reads others posts and also the book and YouTube videos related to 5:2. A daily dose of inspiration!

Second post

I do like to see what everyone else is up to when I am on a FD!

I sometimes eat Konjac/Zero Noodles when desperate on a FD! I rinse them about ten times to get rid of the funny smell and then warm them up, then add soy sauce.

So far today I have made it to 14:15 without being too worried about hunger. Funny how some days are easy and some are hard.

Yesterday (a NFD) I made some cocoa brownies with Lakanto ‘sugar’ and rice flour. They were brilliant actually. The only difference I noticed is that they tasted ‘cold’ – (I know that is a weird thing to say!)

I would really recommend Lakanto sugar in every way except for the price! Lakanto is one of these sugar replacements which is NOT carcinogenic and also claims to be anti-inflammatory etc.

If someone could invent some zero calorie wine then I would be very happy, haha!

Next week’s plan

Mon 13th – FD
Tues 14th – NFD
Wed 15th – FD

Thurs 16th – Sun 26th: HOLIDAY! (NFDs) -@AT, sorry I won’t be checking in!

Mon 27th – NFD
Tues 28th – FD
Fri – 31st – FD

Day 10- Pennsylvania, USA – FD
March 1 NFD

March 2 FD

March 3 FD

March 4 NFD

March 5 FD

March 6 FD

March 7 NFD

March 8 NFD
March 9 NFD
March 10 FD

@saffy420 I get cold when I fast. warm tea and or coffee helps. Some people have chicken stock or soup without the noodle (to keep the calories down) I hope that helps.

@bert1802 Have a good one! “Fight some of the bad days, to create some of the best days!” -unknown
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@rocy65 Let’s do This! “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” Peter Drucker

@reid Yay 😊 Pocketeers! Good luck and calming waters to you today! “Whoever snuck the s in fast food is a clever little bas****” 😏😔-unknown

@jojo58 I love your idea about the different drinks. I’m going to give it a go! Mixing in warm drinks; I’ve read is good for the spleen😋😂 Have a great fast day!

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I want to reply to more people, but running out of time for the moment. Instead I’ll request; If each of you that has the time put 1 or 2 words that describes what your feeling or thinking or how your doing. Even if at the moment it might be frustrated. Please post @okeydokey
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I’ll go first
@okeydokey tired, optimistic

LETS DO THIS!

We are each stronger than we think and more Capable than we know!
Together we are strong! Let’s Go Pocketeers!

Day 10 – USA – NFD
@HannaWatto and @bert1082, you are in my thoughts…
I am trying to figure out whether the latest all-over fatigue and achiness has to do with my low fitness level or my age (62)? I grudgingly took the dog for a walk, but felt very heavy. Then it was a draw between doing the pre-scheduled regular exercise (hula hoop, free weights and recumbent bike) or spending time in the yard picking up tree branches…I chose the latter and got so dizzy I felt like passing out. Had to lay down in the middle of the day, which is unusual for me. This was after a FD, but I ate a good breakfast: almond flour pancakes w/sugar free maple syrup. Then took my b/p and it was very low for me, so I wondered if the changes I am making in diet, exercise are affecting my b/p in a good way, and perhaps the medication I’m taking is too strong? Anyone else have that issue? I will certainly continue taking it, but I will also see the dr. soon and discuss it.

Day 10 – USA Pennsylvania – FD

@notmyrealname Thank-you for the information about the Konjac rice. I will look into ordering it online or in a local store. ✨😊✨ I’ll let you know after I give it a try. Sounds like a wonderful way to help stay fit and healthy. ✨Thanks

✨We are stronger together ✨

Day 10 Portugal FD

So far so good. Began the day with a 35min workout (fitness blender is great). Only had water and a few berries. Looking forward to dinner – one pan Mexican quinoa. Tomorrow I ought to weigh in…I feel like I have not lost anything but I WILL weigh in. Fellow fasters, let’s keep going!

Day 10: Gloucestershire, UK: FD turned into a NFD….sorry team. I just can’t do it today.
Came home from work just TOOooo hungry and unmotivated. Busy kicking myself as it’s now my long weekend with no work ’til Tuesday. Fasting is “easier” at work delivering the mail.

Day 10 – SW WA USA – NFD

SongBirdMe – TY for the reminder of south Beach Diet’s ricotta recipes. They are yummy & satisfy the sweet tooth. Putting ricotta on the grocery list.

Okey-dokey – I googled konjac rice, and I believe Walmart has some noodles at least that I thought I’d check out.

How I feel – tired but encouraged

Day 10, Canada, CD

Day 10 MA, USA NFD

2nd post Day 10

Just dodged a bullet!!!! My tummy rumbles would not be silenced with water and I forgot to take a portion of bone broth out of the freezer in time……..so the cheese & onion crisps I’ve promised myself I can have tomorrow, started calling my name. I managed not to cave once I remembered the miso paste sachet!!!! I’ve devoured that and sanity has been restored!!!

Onward I go, only 6hrs left of this FD, then I’m off to bed. Keep strong fellow pocketeers, we’ve GOT this!!!!!

Big cheer for @flourbaby for your fortitude….keep going!

Day 10, Rocky Mountains, US, NFD

Thanks @okeydokey for your kind words. The poor cat has died. Over 5000 $ reward for info. We must find these bastards.

Have a good weekend!!!

metalauta, I agree with the others. Your doctor might need to counsel you regarding your medication if your numbers have improved. My husband’s prescription for blood pressure says twice daily but he often doesn’t have to take a single pill for a month at a time based on his readings (taken morning and night at home) – the doctor gave him the guidelines to follow regarding when to take a pill. Usually not if the numbers are under 140/90. Often his numbers are closer to 100/65 – should he just blindly take a pill (or not know his reading, even worse) he would be in bad shape. We actually had a dear friend who died (in a hospital setting) because her blood pressure had fallen too low and could not be regulated again. She was taken medication to lower her blood pressure twice a day without having the machine at home to test her readings.

CONGRATS to you on improving your health !

2nd post.

Doing okay so far, had a late breakfast (5 carrs biscuits and a short white americano), WW soup and 2 plums for lunch, plus 1 highlight cadbury drink). The 150 cals left over will go at dinner time – boiled egg with steamed mixed vegs.

Planning a hot and bubbly long bath and catching up on my favourite series to avoid food. Going to bed early but i dont mind as i am knackered after this week. Crazy customers are so draining!

Looking forward to a hearty breakfast in the morning before my gym session.

We can do this 5:2ers! Dont give up! 🙂