tenax661's Journal, 03 Jun 20

Didn't weigh but did measure ketones. Up from 2.2 to 2.7 this week. Off time to measure doing at 2:30am but knew I was still in ketosis. Just my OCD coming out. I will note in ketosis for almost 2 months straight now.

Speaking of ketosis & all things low carb, fat & protein, a MUST WATCH for anyone who wants a great refresher or introduction to the low carb lifestyle is a new movie on Amazon called Fat Fiction. Its memorable for many things. One of the most notable...doctors admitting they were wrong to counsel patients to follow the nutrionary recommendations of the food guide, doctors who themselves suffer from obesity, pre diabetes condition changing their lives through a low carb lifestyle. If nothing else, its more knowledge for anyone wanting to understand better how this all works. Its in large part a reiteration of books like Dr Fungs without having to read a book!

Where I'm at today in my eating is definitely eating a low carb lifestyle..not pure keto..not pure carnivore but leaning more carnivore right now for sure. I still am reading in terms of what is most filling a debate whether its protein..or fat which seems to depend which side of the fence you are on. What both sides agree on is carbs are bad. Then you get into the debate of processed carbs vs natural carbs. One of the things that struck me about Fat Fiction as a noted Dr said, is that carbs are not essential to your dietary needs like good fats or protein. You can literally cut them to zero & no harm will come of it. Which leads me to an interest in trying to get to zero carbs but I have a feeling for me, it would be a unsustainable as a lifestyle. I will for kicks do some reading to see how you could do it, even what I call the perfect low carb meal by a macro balance, bacon & eggs has carbs. I had keto mongolian beef for my OMAD today & eating basically beef with salt only for seasoning vs beef with the flavourings that made that mongolian beef is no comparison in terms of satisfaction. But, I will investigate this further to give it fair due. What I do know is realistic is targeting 10g-15g of carbs daily. I would like to get down to 10g or less until I get to my target weight anyway. Thats where keto carnivore may be of benefit..plus maintaining if not adding muscle. I just have zero interest in exercise beyond cardio aside from things that naturally give me a muscle workout. Working on my truck for almost 7 solid hours 2 days ago gave me a workout I'm still feeling today, I must admit.

Finally, while my weight loss has slowed down, I believe my shape continues to change. One thing I notice often these days and how much they've changed is...my legs. When I sit down or I'm lying down, I notice their definition on the outer thigh if that makes any sense. The other thing is noticing the veins in my hands & under my forearm. I tend to have a hard time giving blood because as I've often been told, I have "thick skin". I often wonder if thats just a polite way of saying "you're fat"!

Finally found a recipe for keto bulgogi beef. I lovvvve korean beef so I'm excited to try this. I will cook it up on my grill tonight so its ready for eating tomorrow morning. marinade for at least 24 hours. I will do for 36 hours. Basically its soy sauce, touch of ginger, fresh garlic, crushed red pepper flakes, Swerve to sweeten & sesame oil. The marinade tastes amazing so I'm excited. 3g of carbs per serving.

https://betterthanbreadketo.com/keto-korean-beef-bulgogi/

100.7 kg Lost so far: 27.2 kg.    Still to go: 10.0 kg.    Diet followed: Reasonably Well.

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1172 kcal

Fat: 72.09g | Prot: 112.47g | Carbs: 9.19g.   Lunch: Keto Mongolian Beef,  Coffee, Lucerne 33% M.F. Whipping Cream. more...