Tim C.Journal (48 Isn't Too Late)

[Tim_C]

Well, I’m new to water fasting and journaling. I’m 48 years old, morbidly obese and I have been diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. I’ve known for a long time that I needed to make some changes in my lifestyle, but I never had the self discipline to stick with anything. I work as a Restaurant Manager in a Sports Bar and the crazy thing is I’m not really into sports. My schedule fluctuates from late night hours to early mornings and it’s thru those odd hours that I fell into Intermittent Fasting. I feel like I’m rambling on…

I started this journey on October 26th @ 4:15pm. I just scarfed down a couple sausage link English Muffin sandwiches before heading off to work and headlong into this community. I know my last meal wasn’t the healthiest option. Truth be told, I had planned to start the Water Fast on October 27th so in my mind I was justifying what I was eating…something I always do. I’m an emotional eater that finds comfort in food. After I finished those sandwiches I felt ashamed. I decided that I wasn’t going to wait till tomorrow. So, I started this adventure a tad bit early.

I’m scheduled off from work for the next two days. It took me the whole day Sunday to summon the courage to post my “before pictures” in this community. I’m just now getting to the journal which I guess I should of written it first, but I’m also a HUGE procrastinator. Yes, you can add that to my list of dysfunctions. Here is the thing. I’m here, I’m motivated and I finally feel like I can achieve what I used to only dream about…

[Yasemin]

Tim, you GOT THIS! We will get this done day by day! This is a safe space for everyone and I’m so proud of you for posting your pictures! It means you’re ready to start and ready to take this seriously!

I’m really proud of you for starting on October 26th evening! We’re on the same schedule, I started Oct 26th evening after my last meal too! Keep it up you’re doing amazing so far!

It’s good that you’re off work at the beginning during this hard part! Are you finding it easy to stay busy and keep your mind occupied? Are you watching a bunch of fasting videos?

Keep me posted! How do you feel today?

[Compdude]

Congratulations on deciding to make a change. I’m a Type 2 myself with Chronic Kidney Disease and Hypertension. I began my journey back in August 9th. When I started I was taking daily insulin injections, 1 diabetic medication, 2 hypertension, 1 high cholesterol and 1 medication for gout. I’m down to the 2 hypertension and gout medications. I’ve dropped 49lbs so far. I’m currently on Day 7 of a 40-Day Water Fast but I’ve worked up to it after completing a 6-day and a 7-day. I’m also working with an Endocrinologist who is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California. Let me know how I can help.

[Tim_C]

Thanks for reaching out Compdude and congratulations on your success! Losing 49 pounds since August is amazing. Can you share any tips that have helped you to be as successful as you have been? Working out or walking? What do you do when you aren’t fasting? Thanking you in advance!

[Kimsey]

Your post was so inspiring! Your post sounded like me…except I don’t work at a sports bar LOL! Thank you for writing in your journal!

[Tim_C]

Hmmmmm Three things I wanted to accomplish today.

1. I will not eat that left over pizza my roommate strategically placed in the refrigerator in a ziploc bag right next to my pitcher of delicious high quality H2O .

2. Follow up on my daily journal since procrastination tends to be my middle name.

3. Give back to the community.

I’m feeling good today. I’ve been taking the supplements so it appears I may of fended of the Keto Flu for now. I am a little bit cranky though. Couldn’t find the mailbox key and almost went into DEFCON 3 searching for it. Still haven’t found it, but I’ve calmed down. I enjoy drinking hot tea so that has helped me a bit. I never was a big coffee fan unless I throw tons of flavored syrup and other goodies int it.

As I write this my younger brother (40 y/o) stops by and says, “I brought you some tacos from Burger King”. I said, “I told you I was fasting” He replies, “Well you got to eat something” [Out of context, but I my mind flashes back to the GoT scene with Arya: “What do we say to the God of Death?” NOT TODAY!!!]

Disaster averted for the meantime but I must stay vigilant and on the look out for their tomfoolery.

Watched several videos on Water Fasting and Started reading the "Complete guide to Fasting by Dr Jung. Armed with a highlighter I’m sifting through each page and it’s amazing how little I know about me being obese, Diabetes and the roll insulin plays.

I’ll see you all tomorrow. Take care and stay focused. We got this!

[Compdude]

When I began my program I knew I had to address the #1 cause of people breaking diets and fasts, cravings. I had 2 working parents so I grew up on the SAD (Standard American Diet) and was the way I ate for many years. Therefore, I knew I had major sugar/carb addictions.

My 1st 14 days I did the Potato Diet. Boiled potatoes (no condiments) and water only. At the end most of my food addictions were gone (still have to watch myself around potato chips LOL) and I now liked vegetables and other healthy food I couldn’t stand before.

After that it was easy to transition into Intermittent Fasting then OMAD then into Prolonged Fasting.

[Kimsey]

Love your journaling!!

[Tim_C]

Day 3

Affirmation for today:

I am the best version of myself, and I am working hard to become even better. I have the power to do this!

I had a great sleep last night. Typically, I’m running back an forth to the restroom urinating. I feel so refreshed. I took a long bath and listened to a couple Dr. Fung’s YouTube videos to help reinforce my mission. I finished my bath, shaved and set about to get ready for work. I ope the door and I’m immediately overcome by the smell of bacon. Ahhhhgggg! I walked by the stove to survey the scene of the “crime” That bacon looked so damn delicious and the smell…mmmmm. I stayed strong though. I went about fixing my current morning breakfast consisting of ACV, Himalayan Salt, Multi-Vitamin, Magnesium pill and Potassium Citrate. I was “mean mugging” my roommate the whole time he was flaunting his BLT without the L or the T, but instead extra bacon. NOT TODAY!

My only complaint is that I can’t get this crazy taste out of my mouth. I’m brushing my teeth more now than when I would it. I bought the tongue scrapper/brush so hopefully that will help when it arrives. Any other options that I can use so that I won’t break my fast?

My Goals for Today:

1. Stay Motivated and on track.

2. Have a great shift at work tonight.

3. Say a silent prayer for anyone who offers my food today!

Well, here I go off to work at the local Sports Bar. Today will be a test of my Dedication and Will Power.

We all got this!

[Compdude]

I use Arya from Game of Thrones too in those situations. “What do we say to the God of Death?” “Not Today!”

[Tim_C]

Just arrived home from work. All went well and surprisingly I didn’t have any issue with food tempting me. I did realize that when I get stressed I want to eat. Oh, there was all kinds of craziness going on too. Bartender suddenly became sick and had to leave, two cooks were over an hour late and none of my servers wanted to stay late to help out so I ended up waiting tables for two hours. With all that going on I swear could of ate a 50 piece of wings smothered in Sweet Chili Sauce without batting an eye. I didn’t mind you, but I sure as hell thought about it more than once. I’m off to bed as I slide into Day 4.

[Tim_C]

I woke up to this:

Their treachery knows no bounds!

Day 4:

Affirmation for today:

I believe in my ability to change my habits and create new, positive ones.

I had a decent nights sleep, but I’m feeling a little tired. I took a relaxing bath and read some more of Dr Jung’s book on Fasting. A hot bath has been so helpful for getting my mind off of everything including food. I received my Tongue scrappers today. Hopefully I can keep this funky taste out of my mouth. I haven’t checked the scale since weighting in prior to Day 1. I read that the drastic weight loss in the beginning is mostly water…how disheartening. I will stay the course though!

My Goals for Today:

1. Stay Motivated and on track.

2. I will not sabotage my success.

3. Anytime a negative thought enters my mind I will let it go.

We got this!

I had hoped my fat burning Ketones would be higher, but I guess it is what it is!

[Compdude]

LOL. “Not Today” to the temptation.

[Yasemin]

I’m really happy that you’re journalling! I’m so proud of your self-discipline and power Tim!

[Tim_C]

Just arrived home from work. For some reason my jaw is sore. It seems like I’m kinda grinding my teeth. Kind of weird. Getting ready to go to bed. I’ll read some more journals on my next day off. I haven’t been the best at lending support to my fellow “fasters” the last couple days.

Moving towards the goal line!

[alyssadanniele]

Hey, you’re lending PLENTY of support by sharing your story on here! I personally come in here to read others’ journals when I’m tempted. Even though I don’t chime in, I get a lot out of it …so thank you!

P.S. You’re better than me. I would have pillow whipped whoever left the donuts

[Tim_C]

Thank you so much for taking the time to read my journal and leave a comment!

[Tim_C]

I’m running wicked late to work so I’m going to make this quick. I will avoid the tantalizing, tasty temptation of candy! Now, if someone were to offer me a fried snickers or fried Oreo…idk?!

Affirmation for today:

Every day, in every way, I am becoming a better me.

My Goals for Today:

1. Stay Motivated and on track.

2. I will not succumb to negativity

3. If someone offers me candy I will not pepper-spray them!

I have no idea why my blood sugar went up, but my Ketones are on the rise and that makes me happy, happy…let’s get in on. I got this!

[Compdude]

FYI: I’m working with an Endocrinologist with the Keck School of Medicine at USC. I asked him what.the “floor of my op” should be for this fast as I was wary of going into diabetic hypoglycemia. He told me since I’m no longer taking insulin or or any diabetic medication he said as long as my blood sugar was above 40 I was fine. I’m averaging in the 60s with one reading getting as high as 71 once I got past the initial 4 days.

[Tim_C]

Ok, that’s good to know. I appreciate the heads up.