@annemarilyn, I’m in McMinnville, Oregon just west of Portland. I love how international this forum is.

Day 3&4 – NFDs

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Forgot to add, my OH is totally supportive of whichever choice I end up making with my job. He just wants me to get back to full HEALTH. 👍🏼 Yes, please!

The beauty of having a highly skilled health care career allows for many options: full-time, part-time, per diem, Agency, Traveler….or any combination of those. It’s just making my head spin which path to choose. Simply because I fear change! 😝
I enjoy a comfortable routine. But I’m about to get all shook up! Haha!, 😃

Day 4 cont…London, UK NFD

Indo-chinesed it today but surprisingly couldn’t eat as much as I thought I would be able to or want to … Even with the temptation of all the chillis ! Found the food so salty and am sure my taste buds have changed a tad since starting 5:2 …anyone feeling that too?

Anywho..had two heaped tablespoons of Mongolian chicken, Kolkata chicken and Chicken Manchurian (something tells me I was craving chicken but can’t work out what🤔) and a cheeky spoonful of fried rice. 4 small dark chocolate squares…and I feel too full for dinner but have 400 cal to spare. Never sure whether to eat up to TDEE or if eating lower all the time is a bad thing on NFDs..so will see…might have to devour a mango later on as it’s staring me right…in…the….face…

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Just checking in as trying to make sure I stay under TDEE for today!

@mrssonb – you don’t have to eat up to TDEE on your NFD – listen to your body – if you feel full then do not force yourself to eat just for the sake of it – brush your teeth and drink only water until bedtime and don’t forget to “close” that kitchen door firmly 😇
@happymargo – Hugs are required I think, but you are so right in that your health is the most important thing atm. Those darn steroids play havoc with our “food” triggers but as @Strawberriesandcream said we are in a special ‘space’ and you know that we are always here for you, so just keep checking in and there will always be a hug waiting 🤗
You also know that being in a highly skilled health care career you will always find a job and it sounds like you are in a good position to pick and choose a bit….so try not to stress about it (I know easier said than done….) but I’m sure that fate will give you a good hand – you deserve it!
@okeydokey – I’m with you in fasting for health and weight loss is a great by product – I am now off all my asthma meds but do carry them with me just in case but have not required any inhalers for the past 3 months either preventative or reliever – how amazing is that!
@krisnia and @lindasue – thank you for your birthday wishes – I had a lovely day but did overindulge 😈so today I am trying to remain under TDEE and then go for a B2B FD on Monday and Tuesday!
@songbirdme – how lovely to finally meet some friends who have remained virtual only to date – if the opportunity arises I would love to do the same – have a lovely get together with @coda and @chitowngirl
@saffy420 – this “pocket wino” here did also massively overindulge in the 🥂🍷and no one was tapping on my shoulder especially when I finished the day with a Bailey’s on ice. It’s a good thing birthdays are only once a year! I’m on a FD tomorrow with you – promise to keep each other strong 👍
@lagrandebouffe – Hi with a name like that any French in your background?? I’m retired so had to learn to keep myself distracted on FD – I find keeping busy helps and I drink plenty of water regularly during the day – I tend to eat only once a day on FD = a small protein/veg/salad meal in the evening unless I’m doing a water fast. On NFD I never eat breakfast anymore but will often have brunch late morning then an evening meal – I have more or less eradicated snacking during the day but once in a while I will go way over TDEE still but nowhere as often as I used to. I am now in my 7th month of maintenance so long may this continue!

Thank you all for keeping me focused on what I wanted to achieve today – TOGETHER WE ARE DEFINITELY STRONGER!

There is no elevator to success! We have to take the stairs and every now and then we have to pause at a landing in between each set of stairs!

Day 4 l Johannesburg, South Africa l NFD

Preparing myself mentally for FD tomorrow.

OH left for trip to West Africa last night and I don’t sleep well when he’s away.

Went to see Pricilla Queen of the Dessert with my mother this afternoon. It was a riot and she loved it. Was a welcome distraction from missing OH and skipping lunch.

I think a change is happening for me. I don’t usually skip lunch but I felt well for doing it. I’m actually looking forward to FD in a way to see if I manage again.

Still day 4 –

Welcome @shaninia from South Africa – yes, you’re noticing some of the changes IF brings. I too look forward to FDs now. It was all so strange in the beginning probably due to for so long hearing the msg of : eat within 30 min of getting up, eat every 2 to 3 hours…etc. I like how IF gives the body a break. Plus there’s always tomorrow if one really wants something.

@happymargo – it is wonderful to have this place to share with friends. I wish you well in your decision making. Yes, we’re here as you process. Virtual hugs coming your way.

Day 5/FD/Melbourne Australia

@okeydokey great post reminding us of the benefits of fasting. Weight loss is a bonus of seeking to improve our health. I find if I focus on my weight, obsession creeps in and it really isn’t good for maintaining.

@at and @paulmarsh happy belated birthday

@happymargo please keep posting. Even if we don’t reply know we are sharing your journey. Hugs

There are some great recipes on this site for those who enjoy cooking or need a little guidance or don’t want to count calories. All of the hard work is done for you.

https://thepaddingtonfoodie.com/the-5-2-challenge

‘Pocket winos’ I’ve really fallen off the wagon lately. Hence the need to include at least two fast days this week to undo some of the damage. I’m also committing to no alcohol at home for the next two weeks.

Have a healthy and happy day everyone.

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@pyfmum

Here is the link to the spreadsheet.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1SLq0JjjWe8jvsiubsJSS8owJ-qYfGYtY1ceZPkWphLM/edit#gid=0
Also read @strawberriesandcreams post at the beginning of this thread – you may find it helpful as it explains how this forum works.

And welcome

Day 3 & 4 NFD
Scotland

I’ve got people staying so I’m swithering about doing a FD tomorrow. I’ve only done one so I feel like a bit of a fraud!

Off to plan my food for Monday or Tuesday. I guess it doesn’t matter so long as I do one of them.

You lot are seriously inspiring and positive, glad I found you.

Day 4 | London,UK | NFD

Late post as I can’t find any words today.

Tomorrow will be my first FD of June and i’ll try and come back with something a bit interesting to contribute 🙂

Be safe my unknown friends !

Adding myself to the pocketeers.

Pocketeers b2b2b
@lou-belles
@lynzm
@at b2b
@onahealthyhigh

@strawberriesandcream @at @annemarilyn @onahealthyhigh @
Thank you ever so much for your kind & supportive words! They mean the world to me honestly.

I will keep putting one foot in front of the other, sort out the job situation, follow my action plans, continue to follow this forum & log all bites into Lose It app …and strive toward “Robust Health”!!

Day 5 NFD NZ
@happymargo I can fully relate to your career changing stresses. I shifted from 10yrs of primary care nursing back I into operating theatre just last month and the lead up to all of that sounds very similar to your journey. I’m sure as you say whatever you decide you are blessed with choices that many others aren’t and you will find the right path for your career, your health and your life balance. Please keep up updated as you work through the process.
I’ve had two very controlled NFDs followed by losing the plot a little yesterday when friends arrived to stay overnight with us in our holiday home.
We have four adult, two teens, five children and a dog…only lacking a partridge and a pear tree!!!! Needless to say food, alcohol and excess of everything has followed along with all that.
Back to a FD tomorrow to reset. My head is definitely in the right place to return to good control.

Hi, I’m in Sydney Australia.

I started June at 138 kg and was planning to try to lose 6 kg per month for the next couple of months. I’m doing low-carb as well.

So far this month:
Day 1 NFD
Day 2 FD (kind of – I had some soup that my wife had left out for me just before bedtime, which might have taken me over the limit)
Day 3 NFD
Day 4 FD
Day 5 (today) FD – so far anyway.

I’m planning to do 2 or 3 fasting days per week, and about 2 moderate calorie days (around 50% of the calories I would need to maintain my weight).

Day 5, Germany, NFD

@coda oooh good luck on your FD, mine too today!

Day 5 Newcastle UK NFD.

Day 5, Northumberland UK, BSD

Morning all. Planning to drown some dragons this morning and then open an 8 hour eating window at around 12 and keep it under 800 cals again today. Got some chicken tikka defrosting, and lots of lovely salad for tea, so should be okay.

Day 5 UK NFD

180.8lbs. Totally derailed yesterday’s fast day, (although still under TDEE, just shows how wrong that is) and am up nearly 2lbs:(( Not a happy bunny. I was tired and wet and the veg gave me some ricotta filled sweet peppers and I thought I would just try one or two and then ate the whole package and followed it with a pack of cashews with cranberries a lump of cheese and half a punnet of grapes, this after my fast day meal of bean stew with mozzarella:((

Hello everyone!

Day 6, Jakarta, NFD

It’s been a while since I traveled to South East Asia and the humidity just kills me – and I thought Houston was bad!

NFD for me today as I will be joining Indonesia team here for breakfasting later in the evening. It’s a tradition here to do breakfasting together with colleagues and customers in the second and third week of Ramadhan (first week is usually spent with family and fourth week is dedicated for the preparation for Eid Holiday). I am told to expect at least 3-4 breakfasting invites in the next two weeks – I guess I will just have to schedule my FD accordingly.

@annemarilyn: Yes, Houston has been home for me in the past 1.5 year-ish. I traveled a lot for projects and work assignments though; this month is South East Asia. Good for accumulating the mileage 😂

Regards,
Allie

Day 5 | London, UK | FD

First fast of the month and I have to say I’m ready for it.

Adding myself to the pocketeers.

Pocketeers b2b2b
@lou-belles
@lynzm
@at b2b
@onahealthyhigh
@jmh44

Day 5
West midlands UK
NFD trying 16.9

Day 5 – UK – FD

Let’s go for it this week everyone, be strong and stay in control.

Adding myself to the pocketeers.

Pocketeers b2b2b
@lou-belles
@lynzm
@at b2b
@onahealthyhigh
@jmh44
@yolina