Kristy's Journal

[Kristy]

I know the fasting “euphoria” is usually a side effect most people want but it’s very unhealthy for me, especially when I get less sleep. I’ve been strickly OMAD for the last week and have lost a bit of unexpected weight. Losing this much weight so quickly is not safe for me. Many of my medications are stored in my adipose tissue and when I blow through it my meds get all out of wack.

Even eating OMAD has really messed with my sleep cycle and I’m practically manic right now with how much energy I have. It’s an extremely unpleasant feeling. Hopefully I can burn off some extra energy in the pool this morning. I’ll lengthen my eating today and will try eating two meals to see if that can balance me out a bit. Getting to a healthy BMI will be awesome but I’ve got to take it slow.

My fur babies are being super sweet right now.

[Miramar]

Have you seen this?

[Kristy]

Super interesting! Sounds yummy!

[Miramar]

It’s got an earthy herby with everything flavor.

Had my neighbor put it on his chicken thighs last night. He likes it, but added some kicken chicken seasoning to take it over the top.

I just used some on an avocado. Broke my fast . It’s good. Different. I can’t help myself from trying new things.

I picked up a sangria watermelon. I thought it would be seedless but it’s not.

I just cut it up so I could get it chilling. Very sweet in the middle. I’ve been meaning to pickle some rinds, so I saved some to finally try.

[Kristy]

Help! I’m have serious digestive issues. Lots of um loose BM. Like almost all water. Not sure what is going on…

I’ve been having electrolytes but today I almost lost consciousness while walking to the bathroom. Solutions?

[Miramar]

Are you Fasting or refeeding or?

When I break a longer fast I stay close to the bathroom, the runs are normal. I have lots of broth and keep sipping. I’ll run into the bathroom many times and it is messy.

Never got dizzy, but if I did I’d lay down a while.

I don’t have enough details to give you any other ideas - but take a rest. I’m sorry you’re feeling panicked.

[Kristy]

I’m doing OMAD usually eating once every 21-26 hours

[Miramar]

Maybe too many electrolytes? I’ve had my potassium citrate and magnesium citrate crystals in my water almost act like I took Epsom salt before.

Epsom in water will flush me out like gangbusters.

Get a good book and stay seated on the throne maybe if you need to go again. I’ve had bouts where I get up and all the sudden I need to sit right back down.

And drink water or have some broth handy.

And when you get out, take a rest for a bit.

Maybe you’re having a good whoosh and will see a good scale drop tomorrow.

[Kristy]

I wouldn’t mind if it was just one day but I’m on day 3. Imodium is the only thing that stops it

[Stacia]

Hope you feel better Kristy . That is no fun. I can only think it’s the magnesium? Hmm

[Kristy]

@Stacia do you mean not enough magnesium or too much? I’ve been taking a high dose for over a year- prescribed by my neurologist, and I’ve not had any problems thus far.

[Kristy]

Here is my breeder with a hilarious video of the puppies

[Miramar]

I just wanna snuggle and roll around in those puppies until one gets too excited and pees on me

[Kristy]

I have a hunch that since the OMAD was messing with my sleep that it exacerbated any digestive issues I was having, that has been the case in the past. I am not going to do a fast today. Maybe stick to 2 or 3 meals. I plan on having a tofu/veggie green curry and need to prep it before I get so hungry that my tummy hurts when I eat. I wonder if I was also experiencing keto breath? I didn’t have any acetone smell or anything but my whole mouth tasted like metal? Any ideas? Maybe being in a deeper ketosis 3+mmol isn’t what my body needs.

No swimming today. So many people have booked lanes today and I refuse to double up on a lane. My husband, Kelly, is home today so we’re going to finalize all the puppy proofing. Most of it is stuff I am not able to lift or bend over for. Can’t wait for more puppy videos and pictures! No real plans for today. I got more sleep (omg thank the cosmos) so I feel much better. I also wonder if all the carbonated water with ACV could have been upsetting my system? I doubt it was just “one” thing but a culmination.

[Stacia]

Oh ok! I meant too much thinking it was something new you were taking … I guess I was hoping it’d be simple like that … sending you good wishes for healing !!!

[Kristy]

I ate 3 solid meals yesterday over an 8ish hour window and that seemed to fix me right up. Woke up to the scale down another pound down. I also did not drink nearly as much water yesterday but all seems to be well. Was extremely productive yesterday. One of my newer wholesome activities is to play crosswords and other puzzles from the NYT. Yesterday my husband and I played a few puzzles then did chores together, puzzle chore repeat for most of the day. It was very relaxing and enjoyable. A bit stuck on today’s “spelling bee”. It’s kinda frustrating! Today’s letters are: d r a m a t i c. And dramatic was the only paragram with the letters. The point of the game is to make as many words with those letters but they must include the letter M. Here are the words I’ve had so far: admit
amid
armada
cram
dram
drama
dramatic
mart
mica
midi
mitt
tarmac
timid
tram
trim
Will swim either today or tomorrow. The house feels so much better now that it is de-cluttered. Wish I could bend down to deep clean all the cabinets etc. We ordered a bunch of new storage for the bathroom and bedroom. No pill bottles on the counter with a curious teething puppy around! Not sure when I’ll eat. Tummy grumbling right now but will see if some water or staying busy will suffice

[spull]

@Kristy Good idea with doing word-puzzles. I love doing crosswords. Maybe I should go look if theres a Cw magzine to buy. To get the mind working. Ive looked around but no videogame I own has currently been attractive enough.
Dramatic

Good chunk of words you got there, anagrams are fun

drat
card
micra ? thats a car model but…
… carma? No thats with a k right (not native english)

Also good word in general for my mood at the moment stealing your idea and heading out.

Have a good one!

LOL MY DISTRACTED MIND. the word had to have the letter M… I am embarassed!

[Kristy]

Well Kelly and I have worked and worked but no matter how much we do it’s impossible to completely puppy proof a house. Ate within a 4 hour window yesterday. Realized why my digestion was so off last week and why I was almost passing out: PMS! My symptoms haven’t been as bad this month but am noticing slight mood changes. Not sure I can contribute this to IF or OMAD but It’s something I plan to continue and hope that it will help in the long run.

Swimming today. Yesterday ate some bean salad (edamame, black beans, sun dried tomatoes in EVOO, corn, and red wine vinegar), a couple of slices of grilled tofu, and popcorn. One of my hopes is that I will be able to stay in Ketosis over my period. I have no idea why but I always go out of ketosis on my period…WTF? Will eat leftover curry today that I plan on bulking up with some more veggies. I have never eaten any curries with rice or noodles but noticed I really missed having taro in it. Must be my pms craving carbs.

In the winter I absolutely love roasted root veggies and winter squash (I love roasted pumpkin skin). I need to find a substitute for this. I usually add roasted cauliflower, broccoli, and Brussel sprouts too so will have to lean into that. However a life without turnips, rutabaga, beets, parsnips, and kholrabi seems depressing. I’d love to do more mushrooms but they can get pretty pricey. I use to grow my own but that would be too labor intensive with a puppy. They’ll be out of season but I might have to have a lot of artichokes.

Going to prep for PMS craving by making a chocolate marscapone mousse and chia/hemp pudding. I almost never use sugar alcohols but might add some monk fruit.

[Miramar]

I have been maintaining fairly well while eating the past couple of days.

Making a nice brunch today and want to cut myself off before dinner time.

Everything bagel, lox, cream cheese, capers, beet pickled eggs, red onion, tomatoes

And a citron bloody with a shrimp kebob garnish.

Found my favorite bottle peak unsweetened tea on sale and stocked up water.

I want to kick in a 48 starting tonight.

Not seen my TOM this month, but would be having it by now. I think that’s why I’m feeling compelled to eat now too.

[Kristy]

Yesterday was awesome- then it was not. I swam hard. Was all smiles, fasted for 25 hours then BAM around 5:30pm my dog, Dax, ran into something (we have no idea what) and cut open his front right leg. Spent a good part of the evening in the animal hospital which is an hour and a half away. It’s so hard to see my baby upset. He has 5 staples and is miserable in the cone of shame. I’ve taken it off of him and have put him on a leash so I’ll just watch him all day then put it on at night. The staples will come out in 10-14 days.

Wasn’t really tempted to emotional eat but when I finally got home hours and hours past my bedtime my tummy was rumbling so I had a slice of cheese and tofu so I could sleep. Woke up at 2am anyway and had to take more sleeping pills.

Unfortunately, since I have to stay home and watch Dax, I will not be able to go to swim today and tomorrow like I planned. Not too beat up about it. He’s my baby and I have to take care of him. However, this drastically changes our plans to go pick up Data on Thursday. Now our two dogs will have to come with us since we cannot leave them unattended at home.

not going to worry about fasting hours until Dax is more lucid. Will just listen to my tummy.

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Update: I’ve suddenly gotten very emotional and anxious. I know this is PMS, not being able to exercise, and the deep sadness of my baby being hurt. Just have to sit with it and let it run it’s course.