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Right, that’s it, I’m going carb free

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Newshoesrubbingmyfeet · 13/05/2024 11:59

It’s the only thing that’s worked for me in the past. So tired of feeling tired and ill, looking awful and having no confidence. I’m a larger size 16 now and really need to lose it and go back to how I was, I felt amazing slimmer, physically and mentally, could wear what I liked instead of hiding away feeling ashamed.
My plan is to cut out bread, potatoes and pasta completely. I’m guessing a little rice would be ok and some cereal/oats?
Any tips please? 🙏 I’m getting desperate now and feeling really low

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Youdontevengohere · 13/05/2024 12:13

I am doing the same OP, for the next 8 weeks. I’m not really restricting fruit and veg but cutting out bread/pasta/rice/oats/potatoes. I have PCOS so low carb is the best diet for me.

BobbyBiscuits · 13/05/2024 12:10

For the best results you should avoid rice, oats, even carby veg like carrots and sweetcorn.
Stick to leafy green veg and salad, spinach, asparagus etc. eggs are really good for this diet, omelettes with ham and mushrooms and cheese, poached eggs, bacon and sausage. Fritata/ tortilla minus the potatoes etc.
I also use loads of herbs and spices, and hot sauce and garlic to get the flavours interesting.
Snacking on prawns, smoked salmon, cooked salmon, sashimi is also really good.
Cream in coffee instead of milk and sugar free monin syrup. Makes it really nice and luxurious tasting!
Good luck. I've found it does offer pretty fast results which is very satisfying.

Peridot1 · 13/05/2024 12:03

There is a new low carb Bootcamp starting today on here. Have a look. Usually very helpful and encouraging.

IwishMaxTheriothadanOnlyfans · 13/05/2024 12:03

Don't do it! You'll be great for a while, then you'll start craving carbs and end up heavier than you were when started. Carbs are necessary for our bodies.

Have you tried WW recently? The new program is brilliant - I've lost 32lb since New Year. I'm 48, menopausal and was a 16 when I started. Genuinely thought this is it, I'm just going to stay fat as all the usual things weren't working or weren't sustainable.

Honestly, give it a go. There's usually a free trial available. It's basically back to basics healthy eating without "bad" foods. The program itself will naturally restrict your carbs to healthier ones in smaller doses.

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