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The secret to 50+ diet & exercise

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ChaffleLifeChanging · 16/05/2024 20:08

Sorry posting here for traffic. But for the last 3 months I have been doing the daily 4 x 1 minute planking & wall sits as recommended by Michael Mosley, and also been living off chaffles. (Cheesy egg waffles) I had never been massively overweight until my late 40s, I’m nearly 52, but the combination of the chaffles & really simple exercises has been a game changer for me. The weight has dropped off me, chaffles are delicious & you can make sandwiches out of them for work.

I’d really struggled to lose those menopause pounds, but so delighted to see a change.

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AGlinnerOfHope · 17/05/2024 09:33

I don’t think egg cholesterol is an issue. It’s got healthy fats in. Omega 3. Or maybe six. The one we need more off 🤣

I found my waffle maker which turns out to be a chunky one. 3 eggs, 60g sharp cheddar which is my day’s ration from SW.

I can have another for lunch using cottage cheese/fat free yogurt and oats if I want, but I won’t !

fruit and veg for snacks- and I’ve got a ration of peanuts to use so celery and peanut butter will be nice.

<don’t mind me, just planning my day>

Sashikocheck · 17/05/2024 09:28

I do the one leg balance whilst I’m brushing my teeth and I’m working up the time on the planks and wall sits

WhataPithy · 17/05/2024 09:23

Someone manages to lose weight by eating real food and feels better and yet people come in asking “what about cholesterol”. Being overweight is far more damaging.

Austrocock · 17/05/2024 09:18

I'd be very surprised if that doesn't cause problems with your cholesterol levels and you should maybe look at reducing the amount of them you eat - ie. just have them in the morning and have something else instead in the evening.

WhataPithy · 17/05/2024 09:13

When I make a chaffle, I use 1 x large egg and about 50g of shredded mozzarella. Nothing else. It makes two chaffles and approx 120 cal, 10g protein and 8.5g fat. (according to Myfitnesspal)

Add some home-made tuna mayo on top and a fresh side salad. Very satisfying and great macros. The saturated fat in it is thousand time better than any margarine on a bread roll.

BloodyHellKenAgain · 17/05/2024 09:04

Sorry if this sounds simple, but presumably you're eating other things as well, like fruit, veg etc

MrsFunnyFanny · 17/05/2024 08:17

*Michael Mosley

MrsFunnyFanny · 17/05/2024 08:16

I couldn’t keep eating the same thing every day either. I am following Michael Moslem’s Fast 800, but I eat all sorts of meals. Last night I had a pizza-topped cauliflower steak, and it was delicious. I try to stick to low carb, loads of veg, and plenty of lean protein like chicken, fish, prawns and cottage cheese. I use small quantities of strong cheeses like Danish Blue and Feta to add taste.

Bearpawk · 17/05/2024 08:02

So a Chaffle is and egg/cheese omelette?
Why are they calling it a 'carb fix'? Surely it's just fat and protein.

Do you get bunged up eating that many eggs? I love eggs but not sure I could eat more than 2 per day!

soupdragon321 · 17/05/2024 07:56

Following. I’m 53 this year, and am really struggling with peri belly. I’m fairly slim everywhere else, have a healthy diet, exercise and just cannot get rid of this belly that has appeared! It’s so bloody frustrating. I’m beginning to think that I just have to get used to my body being like this now. I’m scared to change my diet to loads of cheese for fear of making things worse!

PrincessOfPreschool · 17/05/2024 07:41

Genuine qu. How do you not get bored? I can't eat the same meal 2 days running! Let alone 3x a day. Are you a person loves food, or not really?

WatchOutMissMarpleIsAbout · 17/05/2024 07:40

Have to say the Just One Thing podcasts are really great as short and sweet. I like the calm my mind before bed.

Superstoria · 17/05/2024 07:35

This looks interesting, i definitely eat too much bread. Thanks OP.

WatchOutMissMarpleIsAbout · 17/05/2024 07:32

Wonder if you could make them in those toaster sandwich bags? Or breville toasted sandwich maker?

Problem for me is eggs & no carbs affects my IBS.

I’ve listened to that plank podcast before. I’ll listen again
thanks op!

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ChaffleLifeChanging · 17/05/2024 07:31

@LegalAlienated I agree with you but the exercise has helped me tone up massively & improve my core. It has also reduced my blood pressure.

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LegalAlienated · 17/05/2024 07:26

I think that amount and type of exercise had nothing to do with your weight loss, it’s mainly to do with diet.
If you cut out junk and sugar that’ll be the main reason you’ve lost weight.
I will look at the recipes though as I’m looking for sandwich alternative ideas, so thank you for that.
And well done on losing weight, I’m also noticing weight piling up after 45 (but I also have been stress esting a lot).

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ChaffleLifeChanging · 17/05/2024 07:24

@AGlinnerOfHope

This is similar to the waffle maker I have

you don’t need to oil it first, but I sit it on a plate to catch & reuse any run off.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/SNAILAR-Waffle-Indicator-Coating-Compact/dp/B0CN9P4WHG/ref=mp_s_a_1_16_sspa?crid=3GJEH9PK9L4GU&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.Vxqj_JUVVbzrQZfvj-ap2uhB2_FEFVI0nxf9IU1XlX0dXDwiVXTERjTDBdvTEU_hh2Y3fEaCmGL6mMPRVAJj2bOYste3KpFiNSaT_j4096CGM1-IR7-jQkQ8w8mRXk15z-x1fsoPnbZn4rd3psWBBsy4O5vKkTxjmGBly9HykzXlvPUWZoZg1gKjk6ePZcO6WQ5UYIQg5072Ob-nd2YeXg.DJEWJdywDc458fm4U9ZxXut2xE2Yqf9baMupmuusSSM&dib_tag=se&keywords=waffle%20maker&qid=1715926919&sprefix=waffle%20%2Caps%2C81&sr=8-16-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9waG9uZV9zZWFyY2hfYXRmX25leHQ&psc=1&tag=mumsnet&ascsubtag=mnforum-am-i-being-unreasonable-5076671-the-secret-to-50-diet-exercise

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Doingthework · 17/05/2024 07:17

Another one that’s never heard of them. I love cooking different things for breakfast. These look great for everyone

Thanks

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ChaffleLifeChanging · 17/05/2024 07:16

hettie · 17/05/2024 07:10

Ummme not sure all that saturated fat in the cheese is (,long term) going to be great for menopausal cholesterol levels?

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I hear you & I’m not a doctor, but excess weight is no good for menopause either & it has helped me lose it. I probably have 2-4 chaffles a day, which is a moderate amount of cheese. I have plenty of salad & veg, and never buy any ‘diet’ foods.

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AGlinnerOfHope · 17/05/2024 07:14

Handy thank you. This works well with slimming world. Add some oats for fibre and they’d be the slimming world recipe.

Is the waffle fairly thin, like a waffle cone? I think I have one of those…

Tristar15 · 17/05/2024 07:11

This is interesting, well done, I’m going to read more about this. Never heard of a chaffle!

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ChaffleLifeChanging · 17/05/2024 07:10

@Beatrixslobber yes an alternative to bread when you’re trying to avoid carbs. And so convenient as I get fed up of salads. Picture of the mixture attached. It needs to be really thick and will thicken even more if left in the fridge. If it gets too thick just add more egg.

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hettie · 17/05/2024 07:10

ChaffleLifeChanging · 16/05/2024 20:32

Example recipe

chaffle recipe. I make a big jug up with about 6 eggs, half a pack of grated mozzarella & then other grated hard cheese, then keep in the fridge, and top up with an extra egg if needed. The mixture needs to be quite thick.

Ummme not sure all that saturated fat in the cheese is (,long term) going to be great for menopausal cholesterol levels?

Riverlee · 17/05/2024 07:08

Placemaking to read properly later.

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ChaffleLifeChanging · 17/05/2024 07:07

@Newyearoldhair yes the daily planking has really strengthened my back & core. Pelvic floor is better than ever. The wall sits have massively improved my leg strength, I don’t have to push myself off the ground any longer! I started at 40s x 4 with a 90s rest between each one but now do a minute on / minute off.

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