There’s nothing more daily than a daily report! Today I am in a bit of a rush, but I always justify writing a daily report. My daily reports are where I keep track of issues and thoughts related to my weight control lifestyle. It’s a lifestyle lived day by day, with each new day an opportunity to learn about myself and improve the quality of my life. My weight control system requires a new lifestyle that is very appealing, plus the results are nice.
My food intake and calorie count
Breakfast – Chocolate tea cookies (140); yogurt (140); chips (50)
- 330 calories
Lunch – half chicken breast (100); 10 ounces cooked rice with peas (400)
- 500 calories
Dinner – 6 x pizza slices (100)
- 600 calories
Snacking – ice cream sandwich (190); pretzels (100)
- 290 calories
Total for the day: 1720 calories (limit 1800)
Get well soon
I hoped to be all better by now, but I am still dealing with a low level stomach complaint. Last week I “gained” a pound, which isn’t possible with the number of calories I ate, so I knew I was retaining fluid. I don’t feel any better through today, so I am pretty sure Saturday will be an unreliable weight. My calorie total has been right in the target zone (averaging 1850 calories per day), but I still don’t feel normal. I’ll get on the scale Saturday but without any expectation I will see a true reflection of my weight.
Interestingly, I have a pair of pants which are rather a close fit (tight). I am using them as an independent measurement of my waist size. They feel a bit looser than last week, but hen again, they may have stretched since I have worn them a few times. My last pair of size 50 pants are definitely hard to wear now, they get all bunched up around the waist once I tighten a belt. But it’s hard to get over the feeling that my body isn’t in top form and I will have to be patient.
I did something different today – I tried a small breakfast, and a larger lunch and dinner with dessert. So far, I don’t feel any desire to snack on anything, so it may be a success. Self knowledge is the key!
-The Doctor