Mon, Jan-19-04, 19:25
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Plan: LC, GF
Stats: 241/190/140
BF:
Progress: 50%
Location: Eastern ON, Canada
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and my hubby has not lost an ounce. He is being very devoted, but I know it is discouraging not to see the scale move in 12 days. He is 6'1" and 231 lbs. Any other time we have went on a diet he has lost weight super fast and I was the slow loser. We haven't been exercising yet and he is drinking a ton of water (I stink at drinking water, so he drinks way more that I do). He is a eating a few more calories then I am, as he should since he is bigger overall. I just don't know. He says he will stick with it another 2 weeks, but I'm thinking this diet just isn't going to work for him. Also, he has the weight in his stomach, where most of mine is in my butt and thighs. Does anyone have any ideas?
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hi latuda,
Is your husband on any medications?? Some meds can interfere with weight loss, and some can raise insulin and blood sugar levels, which could work against his efforts. There's a possibility that he's eating too much .. or maybe eating too many carbs. In general folks don't need to count carb grams on South Beach, but for some people, especially those who are insulin resistant (and men with big bellies often are  ) they need to keep an eye on the portion size of things like fruits, starches and grains due to their higher carb content and higher glycemic impact.
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Also, since starting this I have been freezing! Especially in the evening. I cover up with a blanket and my hands and feet are still cold. Kind of wierd I think....
...(I stink at drinking water,
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 If you're not adequately hydrated, your body will have difficulty regulating your temperature, especially in the extremities. You need to drink more water  Try adding a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime if you don't like it plain. Or make herbal teas, and have them fairly diluted. I do this, and I get to enjoy a hot drink and have extra water while I'm at it.
hth,
Doreen
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