Hey guys!!    It's actually pretty funny. I find that the people who pay the most attention are the ones who use sugary food/alcoholic drinks to lift their spirits and the implication is that I'm not as fun/easy-going or social because I avoid it. I say that it's funny because it just reminds me that it IS such an emotional crutch and one I really don't want to lean on ever again. In the meantime....I'm the weirdo or party-pooper because I don't want it. Talk about peer pressure!!  It feels like junior high sometimes!

Hi, Alicia!

It's been a very long time since I was in junior high, but you're right. It's quite juvenile.

I also have another theory...
Some people insist on trying to "fix" us because they are having a challenge fixing themselves.

Tony

Hi, Morgan!

I haven't had much luck getting cauliflower to brown right without damaging the flavor.
But if you find a way to do it, please share your find.

Tony

Hi, Morgan!

It seems there's always someone around that knows how to "fix" us.
And they are not afraid to give us their advice (whether we want it, or not).
Some will do it to the point of embarrassment (like your friend in the coffee shop).

We do live a dietary lifestyle that only a small minority of others live.
Knowing that, we must be prepared for unwanted advice.
When I hear it, I usually say something like "Thank you for your help. But I'm doing this to control my health. And I know it works.".

I love my coffee too, Morgan!
I'm so happy to hear that you can get almond milk, locally.
I drink my coffee black. But love almond milk by itself with a couple drops of Zero.
And sometimes, on Smaps for breakfast.

Tony

Hi, Othertwin & Morgan!

Like most of us here, I can identify with "comfort eating".
It's one of the things that got us in trouble and keeps us there until we gain control.

Morgan you are right!... You can both do this!
I did it. And if I can do it, so can you two!

Tony

Do you think immortality would get boring Tony?

Hi, Morgan!

Seriously, I do.

I believe there is a far better place that awaits me afterword.
It has no pain, no sickness, and no worries.
What awaits is joy, peace, and happiness with my loved ones that passed on before me, forever.

Tony

There really is no positive in growing older is there?  Though the alternative (other than staying young forever) is not the greatest either.

Getting old is NOT for sissies!
But like you said Morgan, it beats the alternative.

BTW, if you find "The Fountain of Youth", please share.
If I ever do, I will.

Tony

Sounds wonderful, Doug!

I'll have to make some soon.
I wonder how it tastes with fresh steelhead?

Tony

Hi, bratz984!

I've been living the FTS lifestyle since August 2010.
My daily eating involves lots of protein and fat. But very little in digestible (net) carbs Usually under 20.
Some days, much less.

By the time you're done with Doug's book, you'll realize that you shouldn't count calories.
Most "diets" do that (or a variation of it) and end up failures.

If you eat what your body needs and not more, you will .
Use Doug's "15 Minute Rule" to figure out how much is enough for you.

http://www.fattoskinny.net/index.php?topic=5286.msg55552#msg55552

If you keep your carbs at or under 20 and don't eat more than you need,
barring any medical complications, you will lose weight.

I hope this helps you in your FTS journey.

Tony