It's almost the New Year - do you have a weight loss plan?

[TLC]

Starting January 11, 2021, 10 Mondays on Zoom from 1 – 2:30 pm

For those who are serious and committed to losing weight, we offer an alternative approach that uses the well-researched model of cognitive restructuring along with hypnosis to provide an in-depth and innovative way to think yourself thin. Join us if this approach appeals to you. We find that most people are better off when they share burdens with others going through similar experiences in this type of supportive environment. Facilitated by: Elaine Stipetich LCSW, Jo Conard LMHC and hypnotist.

Click here to register. (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScw0-IAr20R2-6XSmnz5YUELgEIw747bFLjsxOYFqj48hc7bA/viewform?entry.1516382328=Weigh+to+Go&entry.811782042=2021-01-11) The registration form contains details and expectations.

[manaboutown]

No, I have been the same weight since college. Just eat right, exercise moderately.

[stan the man]

Me too same weight as when I was in college 310 lbs.

[Velvet]

Working on keeping the same weight by eating whatever is delicious, low calorie and healthy. Hubby is very slowly losing weight just out of pure fear from what this virus does to you if you are over weight.

[Two Bills]

Me too same weight as when I was in college 310 lbs.

Love it!:1rotfl:

[tvbound]

I don't, but my lovely wife has a "weight loss plan." She's said that if I don't start shaping up and doing what I'm told, she's changing the locks on the doors - thereby losing about 190 lbs. LOL

[tophcfa]

My weight loss plan is to finally get back to living like we did in 2019, pre-pandemic. We can't wait to get vaccinated so we can resume going to the gym frequently, and feel comfortable going shopping every couple of days for fresh fruits, vegetables, and fish. Frozen food and food with a long shelf life tends to be much less healthy.

[CWGUY]

:icon_wink: Still working on my weight loss plan for 2020. Planned on losing 20 lbs...... only 35 lbs. to go. :ho:

[Velvet]

:icon_wink: Still working on my weight loss plan for 2020. Planned on losing 20 lbs...... only 35 lbs. to go. :ho:

:1rotfl:

[La lamy]

Such a bad time of the year for dieting, in my book. I prefer to eat healthily all year, but know from other past resolutions, January 1st is a stupid date to start denying yourself indulgences!

[ithos]

I watched the video and I thought there was some very poor advice. All weight loss strategies are not equal. Weight loss is only one bio marker of many that you should target. There are plans where you may lose a lot of weight but will lead you to an early grave although you may save money on a skinnier casket.

First and foremost what do the studies suggest is best for reversing heart disease or minimizing the risk of dementia and cancer? What about auto immune diseases and kidney function. They called these the disease of Kings. We know there are poorer countries whose elderly live substantially longer after age 65 and have virtually no heart disease and cancer until their societies adopt the western diet and lifestyle. Same for rheumatoid arthritis and diabetes.

You do not have to spend a dime as there are many good non profit sites to learn from. For starters I would recommend checking out this video by Dr. Gregor who has been on PBS and has written several best sellers.

HOW NOT TO DIE: The Role of Diet in Preventing, Arresting, & Reversing Our Top 15 Killers | NutritionFacts.org (https://nutritionfacts.org/video/how-not-to-die/)

and if you can handle the language, Penn Jillete at Google.

Presto!: How I Made Over 100 Pounds Disappear... | Penn Jillette | Talks at Google - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jBWUhFagXM&ab_channel=TalksatGoogle)

[FredJacobs]

I have found that the best way to lose weight is exercise. The first is to push away from the table. Second, do not pick up late night snacks.

[ribil]

I subscribe to the politician’s way of thinking, it’s the food’s fault. We should ban food.

[Carol Fiore]

I attended this class last year. I lost 13lbs in 10 weeks. I was able to maintain this weight loss over the holidays. I still have more weight to loss so I signed up again. The 3 councilors that volunteer their time are awesome. This was a new approach to weight loss and it took me awhile to get it. The hypnotic tapes were positive affirmations. This class is FREE!!!! You only have to pay a small amount for the zoom. (zoom charges for longer sessions). I finally looked at the video and I am in it! LOL

[karostay]

Get divorced loose 135 lbs

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

I'm vacillating between making a serious effort to get healthy and just giving up and enjoying all the foods that I love.

And what exactly is eating healthy? Some experts say that fat and protein are the enemy. Others say to eat all the fat and protein that you want and cut out or limit carbs. Some say cut calories others say that calories don't matter.

This post may start and argument here with several people weighing on their "scientifically proven" data. All sides will claim show that science backs up with they believe.

Even doctors seem to have no idea. I was given a low fat diet to help lower cholesterol. When my cholesterol went up the cardiologist asked if I had been eating a lot of candy.

I cut out carbs completely for a long time. I lost a lot of weight and my cholesterol went way down. I told my doctor what I did and he said that's very dangerous.

The problem with almost all diets or eating regimens is that they all work and are all very difficult to stay with.

[Velvet]

My secret to dieting is that I chose to eat the low calorie foods that I love and home prepared meals where I can control what I put into a meal. I dislike to eat out in general because of all the ingredients they put in the food that I don’t like.

This is easy for me to follow and also delicious so no sacrifice at all. Your stomach gets used to the volume and is happy with it day after day. You need nothing else. To me being happy is essential component of any diet.

And step on the scale every day, just like brushing teeth. A daily habit. When hubby was on a weight loss diet he travelled with a scale. Packed toothbrush and scale.

[DeanFL]

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Goal was to lose 15lbs in 2021. It's 3PM on the First. I already cheated.

I'll start again before winter's over and we get some snow here in TV>

[Funkman]

I used to weigh about 225, when we went home let July after not setting foot on a scale for the previous 7 months we were here, I was up to 245, decided I'd try the Nutrisystem to lose that 20 lbs and maybe a few more. Without really putting much effort into it I'm down to 193 (weighed 205 when we got married in the early 80s and never thought I'd see the other side of 200 again)

Cutting out the sugar (no more soda) and smaller portions have helped immensely.

I've since cut down to the 3 Day Nutrisystem plan and would recommend it to anyone looking to shed some weight.

[Jacob85]

I facilitate this group. I think that there were some misconceptions made from the viewing of the video. This is good to know so that we can either make changes in it or give additional information.

This is a group in which there is no advice given. It consists of the participants learning to pay attention to their thoughts, write them down and evaluate how they are affecting their choices. They learn to use the tools given to them to determine their thoughts and beliefs that lead to unplanned eating. During the program we refer to Judith Beck a cognitive therapist, who suggests thoughts you might think that get you in trouble as they justify unplanned eating.

The difference in our program and what she teaches is that we help you determine your own problem thoughts and beliefs and eventually come up with counters if you decide you want to change. The choice to change is up to the participant. Also, the diet plans listed in the video are merely suggestions such as keto, weight watchers, etc. it is our recommendation that people select a plan for weight loss while they are in the program so that they can lose some weight during the process and identify the thoughts and hidden beliefs that lead to weight gain. We do not recommend a certain diet or program. We do recommend people make a plan of their choice. Many people who do the group actually do it again as our focus is to help people not get into yo-yo dieting which not only is unhealthy but actually makes it harder to lose weight each time you regain the weight. If you do not want to lose weight and learn techniques for keeping it off, then this is not for you.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

I facilitate this group. I think that there were some misconceptions made from the viewing of the video. This is good to know so that we can either make changes in it or give additional information.

This is a group in which there is no advice given. It consists of the participants learning to pay attention to their thoughts, write them down and evaluate how they are affecting their choices. They learn to use the tools given to them to determine their thoughts and beliefs that lead to unplanned eating. During the program we refer to Judith Beck a cognitive therapist, who suggests thoughts you might think that get you in trouble as they justify unplanned eating.

The difference in our program and what she teaches is that we help you determine your own problem thoughts and beliefs and eventually come up with counters if you decide you want to change. The choice to change is up to the participant. Also, the diet plans listed in the video are merely suggestions such as keto, weight watchers, etc. it is our recommendation that people select a plan for weight loss while they are in the program so that they can lose some weight during the process and identify the thoughts and hidden beliefs that lead to weight gain. We do not recommend a certain diet or program. We do recommend people make a plan of their choice. Many people who do the group actually do it again as our focus is to help people not get into yo-yo dieting which not only is unhealthy but actually makes it harder to lose weight each time you regain the weight. If you do not want to lose weight and learn techniques for keeping it off, then this is not for you.

Heh - definitely not for me then. I know exactly what my thoughts and feelings are when I choose to eat unplanned food: "That looks good, I'm in the mood for that, and so I'll have it."

No, I don't want to change those thoughts and beliefs, and no, they're not hidden. They're right out there for anyone to see. I also don't yo-yo diet, and don't diet at all.

God made chocolate taste good because she wanted people to enjoy it. God also made bacon taste good, which is why humans aren't supposed to be vegans. I don't eat to live, I don't live to eat. I eat because humans are supposed to eat. I eat what I enjoy because humans also have tastes and preferences and opinions, and I like exercising mine.

Speaking of exercise, I do plan on getting back into exercising this year. I exercised last year, mostly because of my job. But I don't have my job anymore, so I have to replace all that physical work with some other type of physical work.

I've gained 3 pounds since November, so it's time to step it back up.

[Jacob85]

It sounds like you have a plan that works for you. Many people lose weight only to regain it at a later date. Since you are aware of your possible thoughts and beliefs that could sabotage you and have managed to keep your weight off, you probably don’t need our group. Good luck to your continued success in the future.

[tophcfa]

I'm vacillating between making a serious effort to get healthy and just giving up and enjoying all the foods that I love.

And what exactly is eating healthy? Some experts say that fat and protein are the enemy. Others say to eat all the fat and protein that you want and cut out or limit carbs. Some say cut calories others say that calories don't matter.

This post may start and argument here with several people weighing on their "scientifically proven" data. All sides will claim show that science backs up with they believe.

Even doctors seem to have no idea. I was given a low fat diet to help lower cholesterol. When my cholesterol went up the cardiologist asked if I had been eating a lot of candy.

I cut out carbs completely for a long time. I lost a lot of weight and my cholesterol went way down. I told my doctor what I did and he said that's very dangerous.

The problem with almost all diets or eating regimens is that they all work and are all very difficult to stay with.

I know it’s just my opinion for what it’s worth. IMHO both low carb and low fat is the way to go. More like the Mediterranean diet than the Atkins diet. I won’t eat anything with the two poisons in it, white flour and white sugar. Fresh fruit and veggies, broiled fish and skinless chicken, grains, steel cut oatmeal, nuts, salads with olive oil and red wine vinegar, boiled eggs and toss the yolk, and my one cheat is a cold ale for dessert. For this to work, it can’t be a temporary diet, it has to be a lifestyle, supplemented by whatever exercise our old bodies allow us to do. For me that’s swimming about 7 miles per week and taking lots of walks with the dog.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

I know it’s just my opinion for what it’s worth. IMHO both low carb and low fat is the way to go. More like the Mediterranean diet than the Atkins diet. I won’t eat anything with the two poisons in it, white flour and white sugar. Fresh fruit and veggies, broiled fish and skinless chicken, grains, steel cut oatmeal, nuts, salads with olive oil and red wine vinegar, boiled eggs and toss the yolk, and my one cheat is a cold ale for dessert. For this to work, it can’t be a temporary diet, it has to be a lifestyle, supplemented by whatever exercise our old bodies allow us to do. For me that’s swimming about 7 miles per week and taking lots of walks with the dog.

You contradict yourself.

Fresh fruits, grains, steel cut oatmeal, are carbs. If you want "low" carb, you have to cut out the grains and the oatmeal, and stick to just one piece of fruit every day. Nuts and olive oils are fat, and the types of fish you need to sustain a healthy nutritional intake will also be fatty.

Low-carb Low-fat is nutritionally a really horrible diet that isn't sustainable and will ultimately make you sick if you even try, unless you pump yourself up with vitamin pills.

A Mediterranean diet is not low-carb-low-fat. It's just a healthy and delicious choice of foods for most people.

It's basically LESS crap - not NO crap. And an emphasis on whole foods and minimally processed foods, with less red meat, pork, and poultry, and more fish and nuts as the primary protein sources.

You can still have a steak, or a nice piece of smoked ham now and then. But those meals would not be built into a weekly menu and would instead be an occasional treat.

[tophcfa]

You contradict yourself.

Fresh fruits, grains, steel cut oatmeal, are carbs. If you want "low" carb, you have to cut out the grains and the oatmeal, and stick to just one piece of fruit every day. Nuts and olive oils are fat, and the types of fish you need to sustain a healthy nutritional intake will also be fatty.

Low-carb Low-fat is nutritionally a really horrible diet that isn't sustainable and will ultimately make you sick if you even try, unless you pump yourself up with vitamin pills.

A Mediterranean diet is not low-carb-low-fat. It's just a healthy and delicious choice of foods for most people.

It's basically LESS crap - not NO crap. And an emphasis on whole foods and minimally processed foods, with less red meat, pork, and poultry, and more fish and nuts as the primary protein sources.

You can still have a steak, or a nice piece of smoked ham now and then. But those meals would not be built into a weekly menu and would instead be an occasional treat.

I didn't say no carbs and fat, I said low carbs and fat. There are good and bad sources of each, I focus on the good. Carbs in the form of fiber like steel cut oatmeal do not covert into stored body fat like baked goods with white flour and sugar, and fats from sources like extra virgin olive oil are good, non-saturated fats. I have sustained very well on this type of diet for almost 20 years, so it works for me. Just had my blood work, total cholesterol is 148, good cholesterol (HDL) is 66, and triglycerides is 49. Blood Pressure is 114/71, oxygen saturation is 99 and resting heart rate is 62. I think I will stick with that diet and swimming lots of laps.

[davem4616]

yup got the plan...

got a membership to the gym too, just in case I ever need it.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

I facilitate this group. I think that there were some misconceptions made from the viewing of the video. This is good to know so that we can either make changes in it or give additional information.

This is a group in which there is no advice given. It consists of the participants learning to pay attention to their thoughts, write them down and evaluate how they are affecting their choices. They learn to use the tools given to them to determine their thoughts and beliefs that lead to unplanned eating. During the program we refer to Judith Beck a cognitive therapist, who suggests thoughts you might think that get you in trouble as they justify unplanned eating.

The difference in our program and what she teaches is that we help you determine your own problem thoughts and beliefs and eventually come up with counters if you decide you want to change. The choice to change is up to the participant. Also, the diet plans listed in the video are merely suggestions such as keto, weight watchers, etc. it is our recommendation that people select a plan for weight loss while they are in the program so that they can lose some weight during the process and identify the thoughts and hidden beliefs that lead to weight gain. We do not recommend a certain diet or program. We do recommend people make a plan of their choice. Many people who do the group actually do it again as our focus is to help people not get into yo-yo dieting which not only is unhealthy but actually makes it harder to lose weight each time you regain the weight. If you do not want to lose weight and learn techniques for keeping it off, then this is not for you.

So you're selling something. Shouldn't this either be in the classified section or shouldn't you be paying for an advertisement?

[Dgizzi]

No, I have been the same weight since college. Just eat right, exercise moderately.
It’s not that easy for everyone

[Happinow]

I have been on weight watchers twice now since 2010. It works!! I’ve gained about 12 pounds and started WW again today. You eat regular food and exercise and it works amazingly well. The first few weeks I feel hungry because I’m not over eating, but after that I love it! Lots of fresh fruits and veggies, meat, healthy starches and even desserts! I highly recommend it. I’m doing it on line.......you have to be honest with yourself.

[La lamy]

Get divorced loose 135 lbs

:1rotfl: :1rotfl: :1rotfl:

[La lamy]

I'm vacillating between making a serious effort to get healthy and just giving up and enjoying all the foods that I love.

And what exactly is eating healthy? Some experts say that fat and protein are the enemy. Others say to eat all the fat and protein that you want and cut out or limit carbs. Some say cut calories others say that calories don't matter.

This post may start and argument here with several people weighing on their "scientifically proven" data. All sides will claim show that science backs up with they believe.

Even doctors seem to have no idea. I was given a low fat diet to help lower cholesterol. When my cholesterol went up the cardiologist asked if I had been eating a lot of candy.

I cut out carbs completely for a long time. I lost a lot of weight and my cholesterol went way down. I told my doctor what I did and he said that's very dangerous.

The problem with almost all diets or eating regimens is that they all work and are all very difficult to stay with.
So true. There's hundreds of theories out there. What works for one doesn't work for another. I had to experiment for years to finally find my happy place with food.

[ithos]

So true. There's hundreds of theories out there. What works for one doesn't work for another. I had to experiment for years to finally find my happy place with food.

What do you mean by "works"? If you mean losing weight, perhaps you have a point. My objective is to maintain an independent lifestyle as long as possible while I am alive. This means avoiding heart disease, cancer, diabetes and so on. It amazes me that no one seems to be concerned about minimizing their chances of spending the last years of their life in a nursing home or dementia ward as well as being a burden on their loved ones. I have had family who have spent the final months of their lives bed ridden after a stroke. It is a fate worse than death.

If you research reverse heart disease, every single plan or program involves a whole food plant based diet or mostly plant based. When animal protein is allowed it is severely restricted. Except for very few cases, if you make changes early enough, cancer, heart disease and diabetes is a choice. Why would you choose to have it?

Of course only fools follow medical advice on chat rooms. Do your on research.

National Institutes of Health (NIH) | Turning Discovery Into Health (https://www.nih.gov/)

FYI. The number one ranked cardiology hospital in the country has a heart disease reversal program.

https://www.healio.com/news/cardiology/20180814/cleveland-clinic-ranked-top-us-hospital-for-cardiology-heart-surgery

Heart Disease Reversal Program | Cleveland Clinic (https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/wellness/integrative/disease-reversal)

[TLC]

So you're selling something. Shouldn't this either be in the classified section or shouldn't you be paying for an advertisement?

TLC does not sell anything. We are a non profit group of mental health professionals who offer our services for free. The group is free to anyone interested.

[Velvet]

Thank you for explaining your mission. I do believe that it is easy to use misuse food for psychological reasons. And once caught up in a cycle it’s hard to break. When I first read OP’s post I was under the impression we were sharing diet strategies that worked for us.

Good luck with your project.