When I was on Optifast, I had this problem occur almost on a weekly basis. It was awful, but because I was losing so much weight so fast, I dealt with it. I wasn't happy about it at the time, but I guess you pick your battles. I know that a big reason it occurs is because of dietary changes and perhaps not getting in enough nutrients. When I was doing that program, I was getting in about 500 calories a day. I was supervised while on it, but it is no wonder that I developed some of the issues that I did. Now, with my current 1200 calories a day that I'm doing in the pre-op stages of surgery, I find myself not eating enough calories and food groups. The calorie limit is a suggestion to help us get off the weight, but it is by no means mandated. What I've noticed, however, is that I have many times when I'm well under 1200 calories. Sometimes I do go to bed hungry and sometimes I don't feel the best. I guess, in my head, I need to suffer to lose weight. Nobody has ever told me that before. I think it's just something that has been ingrained in my head from other experiences in my life.
In looking at what I'm eating, I do notice that I've been focusing more on protein. That is a good thing to do, especially with my future weight loss surgery. That protein will be the most important thing to eat, yet I can't forget other parts of my diet. And, for some reason, I have been skipping getting all of my supplements in. These daily supplements are not required, but are good for my overall health. Going along with that, I sometimes will forget to inject my insulin. I'm a diabetic and need that insulin, but I've been very lax on taking it. I know ... I can't do it because my very life depends on it. I have to improve on that.
I seriously don't know why I've been doing these things, but I'm publicly owning it on here. I know some of the people who will be reading this and they will absolutely not let me get away with doing these things that negatively impact my health. I have taken all of my supplements and will inject after I post this message. I promise! I'm so glad I have this blog because I can be accountable here. Thanks for reading and being supportive on my journey to better health.
Water Challenge 60: Drank 180 of 180 ounces
