Sunday, May 31, 2015

zero carb food list

Zero Carb Fruits and Veggies

Many vegetables have no carbs or almost no carbs, including cucumbers, radishes, lettuce, spinach and celery. As a general rule, most leafy or green vegetables will have zero or very few carbs
Low-sugar fruits can be consumed in moderation. These include avocado and a few berries.
Almost Zero Carb Fruits & Veggies:
Serving size: 1/2 cup
  • Spinach .2
  • Parsley .4
  • Avocado .5
  • Radish .5
  • Lettuce .25
  • Bok Choy .7
  • Celery .8
Serving size: 1/4 cup
  • Mushrooms .5
  • Garlic (1/2 clove) .5
  • Pokeberry Shoots .5
  • Cabbage .5
  • Asparagus (3 pieces) .6
  • Coconut .5
  • Yellow Squash .7
  • Raspberries .7
  • Cauliflower .7
  • Broccoli .8
  • Cucumber .9

Zero Carb Dairy

Most cheese is zero carb, or almost zero carb. According to USDA food lists, Camembert, cheddar, Munster and parmesan cheeses have zero carbs.
Heavy cream and whipped cream are excellent options, each having only trace amounts of carbs. Be sure to check the labels. To sweeten, add a sprinkle of Splenda.
Eggs are often listed as zero carb, but many have small amounts. Count .5 net carbs per egg to be on the safe side.

Zero Carb Oils and Fats

Avocado oil, olive oil, peanut oil and coconut oil have zero carbs and are the healthiest options.
Butter has no carbs and may be used for cooking as well.

Zero Carb Herbs and Spices

Zero carb herbs such as turmeric, oregano, sage, dill and thyme add incredible flavor.

Everyday Zero Carb Seasonings:
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Vinegar
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • Most Hot Sauces
  • Pre-mixed Seasonings (check each label)
  • Yellow Mustard
  • Dill weed
  • Chives

Saturday, May 30, 2015

Sons weight loss

So almost two weeks ago my son started along with me on this new way of eating and he has not got any of the keto flu at all.. and has not been sick or have headaches or fatigue he is not very much over weight as i am  and he still is losing weight very fast/ he is down I believe he said eight pounds so far which imo for his size is awesome so even if you just need to lose a few this woe works

Dont always watch the scale

So i was finding myself a bit with being obsessed weighing myself and the first moth i lost alot of weight  which was amazing . now it's going a bit slower on the scale but i find im losing inches just not the weight. I was walking down the steps going into the laundry room and had my hands full when down came my shorts which use to be snug and out came the moon :)  You may notice your not losing numbers but you are losing inches so whatever you do please dont give up ,I now consider this a new lifestyle of eating not a diet and I like this i dont have to go hungry and still lose weight (this makes the fat girl happy)

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

4th week on low carb diet

So i am very glad to be typing that sunday may 24 th was my 4th week mark eating low carb and so far i have lost a total of 28 pounds :) I know i have a long way to go but im getting it done  yay.. If you are thinking of doing this and need tips on how to start please let me know and i will be more than happy to give out any advice i can.

Tuesday, May 12, 2015

Where to start on your low carb journey ?

AVOID CARBS! I’m fairly certain we all know that one.
Ok, so let’s get down to the basics:
1. Low carb
• Aim for 20 net carbs/ day. Some people can eat more, but 20 is a safe starting point for all.
• Fiber isn’t counted in your carbs (carbs – fiber = net carbs). Eat your veggies just beware of how many carbs are in them
2. Eat your protein!
• This includes bacon, you’re welcome
3. Fat is your friend.
• Use it to flavor your meat and veggies.
• Get it out of your head that fat is the enemy.
• No longer buy low fat or fat free products.
4. Fat can also come from your body.
• Once in ketosis you are a fat burning machine. If you have a lot of body fat to burn it’s wise to consume less. If you are in maintenance you’ll need to consume more.
5. Eat the right kinds of fats
• Eat monos and saturates for fuel (butter, olive oil, coconut oil)
• Limit high polyunsaturated sources (soy, corn, cottonseed)
6. Keto flu (you may experience this when entering ketosis)
• Supplement sodium 2g/ day (i.e. drink 1-2 cups of broth per day)
• Replace magnesium/ sodium/ electrolytes to stop muscle cramps (my favorite way of doing this is by drinking pickle juice)
• Drink lots of water
• Remember this too shall pass and it’s SOOO worth it
7. Stalls
• Many people complain of a stall, when in fact it isn’t a true stall. To be considered a stall you need to have not lost weight for AT LEAST 6 weeks. That’s right folks, 6 weeks! We don’t get fat overnight, we’re not going to get skinny overnight.
• Weight loss isn’t linear. You are going to see some gains, the scale not moving, but you’ll also see loss.
• Keep a chart of your weight loss and track the TREND. If the trending line is down overall then you are succeeding!
• Stop beating yourself up, this is a marathon not a sprint. If you get discouraged you’ll be more likely to stop. So just don’t do it and keep on keeping on!   ( to view some yummy low carb recipes check out my youtube BLONDE4FIRE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJw7iwxr-48YWVauEg-LgMg   and subscribe to my channel) If you also have a channel or blog please leave me a comment with the link and i will check it out : ) 

Saturday, May 9, 2015

Two weeks on low carb diet

Today is two weeks ( sunday,may 10,2015)  i have been on my low carb diet and i feel pretty amazing : ) I have lost so far twenty pounds and it feels great. I have noticed i have not had to take an aspirin for my head aches i use to have every other day. they have gone away and not sure if this diet is the solution but I am guessing it is. I have also noticed my feet or hands have not swelled up once since i started and they would do it as well few times a week. My right hand use to fall asleep all the time and i would get pins and needles and that has not happened, I had a touch of carpel tunnel in my hand which has not flarred up. Well  today is mothers day and this health will be my present to myself/ I doubt many people will read this but if you do and you are thinking of starting this diet you should give it a go you may find it will help you in more ways than you know. also I have been posting some low carb recipes and treats to get you through this and help fight cravings you may have I welcome you to subscribe to my youtube channel  BLONDE4FIRE and share your channels with me as well to sub too. There are also a few amazing pages on facebook with amazing people that are always there to help you in any way they can

Wednesday, May 6, 2015

Low carb veggie list

0 Net Carb Vegetables 
Endive
1 Net Carb Vegetables
Bok choy

Broccoli Raab
Celery
2 Net Carb Vegetables 
Arugula
Asparagus
Chard
Chayote
Eggplant
Hearts of Palm
Jicama
Lettuce
Radishes
Spinach
3 Net Carb Vegetables 
Bell Peppers, Green
Cabbage, Green & Savoy
Cauliflower
Cucumber
Daikon
Kohlrabi
Mushrooms, Button
Pumpkin Puree (1 cup)
Rhubarb
Summer Squash
Zucchini
4 Net Carb Vegetables 
Avocado, California (1 cup)
Fennel
Green Beans
Mushrooms, Crimini & Oyster
Okra
Radicchio
Tomatoes
5 Net Carb Vegetables 
Avocado, Florida (1 cup)
Bell Peppers, Red
Broccoli
Edamame (1/2 cup)
Mushrooms, Enoki
Turnips
6 Net Carb Vegetables 
Artichoke (1 choke)
Bell Peppers, Yellow
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage, Red
Snow Peas
Sugar Snap Peas
Pumpkin
Rutabagas
7 Net Carb Vegetables 
No vegetables
8 Net Carb Vegetables 
Carrots
Celeriac
Edamame
Winter Squash (“all varieties” average as defined by USDA)
9 Net Carb Vegetables 
Onion
Kale