Comments on Escape from Obesity: Friday Log and Chili for All

second Anonymous~ On Medifast I eat 3 servings of...

2012-01-22T07:58:48.377-08:00

second Anonymous~

On Medifast I eat 3 servings of vegetables per day (1.5-3 cups, depending on the veg). They have a transition program that I have detailed on my blog for switching over to whole foods at goal.

I understand the concern and addressed it a bit more in another comment on my Saturday Log post. Thanks for your input :)

Mrs~

Yes, I got it at Walmart. I am not buying anymore sodas but for those who drink them, Diet Rite is a good choice because it contains no sodium.

Diet Rite is still produced? I remember drinking t...

2012-01-22T04:11:03.122-08:00

Diet Rite is still produced? I remember drinking that stuff as a kid.

I like substituting things (like your celery for green peppers). To me it feels creative, adventurous, and economical. Enjoy your chili.

i'm not trying to diss your decision to use me...

2012-01-22T03:43:07.684-08:00

i'm not trying to diss your decision to use medifast, but i think when everyone hates on it, this is why: your food today consisted of coffee, pretzels, hot chocolate, cheese puffs, soda, chocolate bar, sugary coffee, chili and brownie. it's no wonder you have such a difficult time transitioning. i don't see a fruit or vegetable in there, save from hiding from the chili. maybe it's 'cause it was your time of the month? no matter what, i'm crossing my fingers for you that this time, transitioning will be easier, and you'll be able to replace all that chocolate, cheese and soda with apples, spinach and yogurt!

Anonymous~ yes, Medifast is a low calorie, lower ...

2012-01-21T14:09:05.091-08:00

Anonymous~

yes, Medifast is a low calorie, lower carb, high protein plan created by doctors at Johns Hopkins. The aim is 800-1000 calories/day, 72+ g protein/day, and under 100g carbs/day (ideally 80-85g). The calorie deficit allows the body to burn fat for fuel. The high protein is called a "protein sparing" diet which shifts the body to using fat for fuel, not muscle.

you have only 900-ish calories for the day?

2012-01-21T13:56:12.051-08:00

you have only 900-ish calories for the day?

Karen~ I get them on amazon. They are yummy :)

2012-01-20T19:39:55.701-08:00

Karen~

I get them on amazon. They are yummy :)

Sounds like you had a feat day. I love chili this ...

2012-01-20T19:02:50.150-08:00

Sounds like you had a feat day. I love chili this time of year and so nice to pop servings into the freezer for a fast lean and green.

Question for you: where do you purchase your Kay's Natu rals snacks? I'm likely going to use some during maintenance in a few months. Thanks in advance. :). Karen P