So first off ... my scale has been wonky again. I suspect I need to change the battery (even though it is solar). I am ok with not weighing but it's been awhile and I want to continue to track weight lost (and gained-- if that is the case!)

I went to clean eatz again yesterday to introduce my niece to their cafe-- this time the owner wasn't happy with my bowl and about 5 min after my food was delivered, he came out with an additional bowl of steamed veggies! I easily made two meals of it (this time, chicken, asparagus, zucchini and carrots with thai peanut sauce). I also picked up some frozen meals -- most in the 300 calorie range. The meal plan I wasn't so happy with is not all they offer in fresh frozen meals! This is a bit of a game changer for me if I like them. I bought 10 meals in total (5 for niece, 5 for me) and she got a protein snack mix. The total was under $80 ... and I got meals like carnitas salsa verde, stuffed peppers, spicy korean beef and adobe chicken. All had a generous serving of vegetables. She got a few breakfasts and a completely different set of meals. We'll compare and decide whether to get more in the future.

I do not expect they will taste like homemade, of course, but I am hoping they will be good options on the nights I work late!

The weather is beautiful here-- no excuses for not getting out but this past week, I only walked twice and neither walk was "pushing it". I am going to do better this week-- I think it will be good for my mood too!

Things have taken a weird turn for me. I think my messed up eating habits (i.e., skipping tons of meals) and crushing responsibilities have caught up with me.

I worked yesterday and had a quest protein bar before I got to work. Four hours and 5 miles later when I was leaving, I ate an apple cider doughnut and a small handful of jellybeans. Four hours later, I had this weird event, where I was super, shaky , dizzy and sweating and, according to my DD, who was on the phone with me, kind of confused. I hung up with her because I felt like my blood sugar was off and I need to address it. This is never happened to me ever. I ate a few graham crackers with peanut butter and a banana and a handful of oat Cheerios. I had a general idea of what I needed to do. I felt much better within the hour, but weirdly felt very very emotional.

I think all the meals that I have skipped have taken a toll on how my body responds to sugar. I have asked my doctor for an appointment and, maybe a chance to see an endocrinologist.

I am making sure for the time being that I am eating high protein with some fat and fiber. Trying to avoid empty carbs.

I’m also making appointments with a therapist because I’m clearly verging on an eating disorder if I don’t have one already. I am 5’6 and down to 124 pounds. I need to stop seeing weight loss as an accomplishment. For me it isn’t. It’s going to take some work though I know it.

Funky, I'm so glad you found these meals! Something that's easy and healthy is so key to staying on track, because we don't always have time to prep and cook every day.

Jojoco, yes, it seems your body is telling you something. It's good you're listening, and I hope you're on a better path soon.

I had a good week with positive workouts and overall good food choices. I'm gaining strength and feeling good. I had a filling and late lunch (see the soup recipe I posted as a new thread) because I'm heading to a friend's this evening for corned beef and cabbage. I like a bit of corned beef, but it's usually too salty for me. I won't eat as much now that I'm still a bit full from lunch.

My goals this week are to continue to strength train and work on more quality sleep. Also, water... I'm not drinking enough during the day, trying to "catch up" in the evenings, and getting up at night for the bathroom. It's not a good cycle to be in.

Yup, Jojoco definitely sounds like a blood sugar event -- and very much agree with Feathers that it is a good thing you are listening to your body. That awareness of your body/health are so key to staying on track or getting back on track. Take care!

Your soup sounds good-- I tend to lean away from beans this time of year (at least in soup) and go for the brothy thai soups. There is a baby bok choy soup I want to try ... but really, I am not buying one more thing to sit in the fridge and go bad. I have a few good thai restaurants where I can pick up a light soup.

I never got a taste for corned beef & cabbage -- but I am glad I stood strong and didnt order another irish soda bread! It was wayyy too easy to just cut off a small piece .. .over and over lol! Enjoy your visit with friends tonight!

Yes, happy St. Patricks’ Day! 🍀 We are cooking our corned beef. I buy this uncured corn beef from Earth Fare that is super tender. So, now we need to add the vegetables soon. I normally don’t care for it, but this brand is super good, Garrett Valley Farms.

JoJo, glad you are listening to your body and following up with your doctor.

DH and I did some yard work today. We got a new garden bed, but I think I finally found someone to do the deck so we had to move many things away from the deck. So, that was my workout today. But hopefully we can get ready for the planting season. People are planting, but it is way too early. Our last frost is April 15. DH needs to refresh the beds, and we need to do a lot of weeding. OTOH, our chives, two types of parsley, and mint are back after going dormant for the winter.

I could not refill my Zepbound because CVS is having supply issues. they told me to check back tomorrow since they usually get shipments on Mondays. So, if it’s not in, not sure what happens other than I try to call other pharmacies like Harris Teeter or Costco. I’m also supposed to see the weight management clinic this week. I got my blood results back, cholesterol is good, but A1C is unchanged at 5.7. But I’ve only been on the intro dose and not the therapeutic dose. I’m supposed to move to 5 mg this week and that’s what I can’t get. At least I managed to get into Pilates group class Friday thanks to a last mintue cancellation. I did Zumba step yesterday and then the yard work today. Back to school tomorrow. Time went by too fast for break. Now I have boatloads of grading and advisign to do.

Have a good evening, everyone, and I will report back after the doctor.

We are traveling in California and having such a great time. We’ve done a ton of walking, and the food has been so delicious. Look at these strawberries! We got these at the Farmer’s Market today.

Jojoco- that definitely sounds like low blood sugar, maybe just from not enough food. I’m glad you’re getting it figured out and seeing someone to help you.

Funky- those meals sound good! That’s so great you found another option for your busy days.

Here’s the corned beef and cabbage and Highland Gaelic Ale. 🍀

LOL So I know no one else is likely interested in my "clean eatz" meals but i had the first frozen one this afternoon. It was the highest calories of all -- a late switch after I'd been lulled into thinking most of them are in the 300--400 c range. This one was 570 something-- i usually prefer lower but today I can accommodate it and still stick to 1000-1200 total for the day. It was pretty darn good for a frozen meal. I don't like frozen meals. I just don't there are 3-4 that I will suffer through but otherwise I just dont eat them. I had salsa verde carnita burrito and I would definitely eat it again in the "i have no time" scenario. I added sliced cucumber and extra salsa verde from my fridge.

Not sure why but i have been hungrier than usual that last few days... i have had more food and more meat than usual each of those days so not sure what's up. Maybe just change of seasons or stress <shrug>. I am going with it and having a snack when needed (a few times a day over the weekend) but snacking on either orange popper tomatoes or an orange. I am pleased with that .. just wish i wasn't getting hungry lol.

It has been a pretty good week so far ... I am doing MUCH better with water consumption which has always been tough for me. I didnt *discover* some great trick lol ... i just added 1/2 a lemon to my 30oz yeti cup of water. It isn't like i never added lemon to my water before but for some reason, the lemons this spring are SO good .. my water is SO good and refreshing I can't stop drinking it! Lemons for the win!

I am going to try to keep all my good habits this week going through the weekend!

What are your plans for the weekend?

Hi, everyone, also more hungry the past two days. I was finally able to get the Zepbound 5 mg, so today my appetite is already less. Had the weight management doctor appointment. He is OK with my progress. He said he will keep me on a dose as long as I continue to lose. So we’ll see what 5 mg does for me since I really stalled the second month on 2.5 mg. But 2.5 is considered a loading dose while 5 mg is considered a therapeutic dose. But right now there are shortages especially of the higher doses.

Luckily got an opening in small group Pilates today, so that’s always good. I will use the treadmill after dinner. I think next Friday when people realize it’s Good Friday, they’ll cancel, too. It’s going to rain tomorrow but maybe Sunday we can get some more time in the garden/yard preparing for planting. We finally got the deck done, so we will be good to put our containers on the deck when they’re ready. But so much weeding and soil refreshing to be done. And we bought a metal Vego Garden bed, so DH has not fully put it together yet. We

We had the blackened halibut the other day with the delicata squash. Yum. Burgers tonight.

Have a good weekend everyone!

I've met with my dr and had more bloodwork done. So far, everything has come back in the normal range. I am so relieved. This coming Thurs I have a two hour glucose tolerance test and that is the one that scares me as my event happened several hours after eating. But if I have no reaction, than I will feel better about closing this chapter. I'm also eating more and have gained a pound. I never thought I would say this, but that makes me happy!

So glad to hear, Jojoco! Crossing fingers that the glucose tolerance comes out ok also. You are under a lot of stress and admittedly not eating well or consistently-- it may just have been a little warning sign from your body to take better care.

It is so important to be aware of your body-- and clearly you are aware and responding!

Thanks for checking in, Jojoco! Hope this week’s test goes well, too.