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Hi to all. Again, if you have been on restrictive diets in the past, it may indeed take your body a while to adjust to normal amounts of food again. Note that the menus are low-carb – about 45% of energy, while regular diets are 50-65%. The best way to give yourself a boost is to make adjustments in your physical activity – any of the following:
1. If you are not active, consider adding exercise to your weekly routine. You don’t have to jump into an hour a day, but start with 5-10 minutes 3 days a week, and gradually build up in time per session, perhaps from 1 to 2 times per day, and then to more than 3 times per week.
2. If you have been active, try changing the specific exercises to work new muscles.
3. Try breaking up your workout with bursts of intensity – for example, jogging for 30 sections every 5 minutes during a steady walk.
If you have tried these and are still stagnant or gaining after a few weeks, please do repost here, and I will troubleshoot with you.Hello, Ossie-Sharon.
I am restricted to the types of exercises that I can perform due to physical limitations. I am able to perform(light-medium level physical activities)which I have been doing. Is there the possibility that the amounts of nutrients that I am ingesting according to your meal plan be too much food for me?
I must admit though that although I was eating healthy prior to the program, I was not eating as much food nor a variety of it. So it may take some time for my body to adjust as you stated in your previous message.
Any other suggestions, tips on what I can do to reach my goals?
Thank You again.
Hi, Spongy. I responded to a similar question of yours in another thread. In brief, there are exercises you can do, and we offer videos to help. If you can’t find them on the site, please do try through Customer Service (the “Contact Us” link below.
I have the same limitations (in a wheelchair) as spongy. I have gained at and am eating a huge amount of food and a very eclectic diet according to your menu planner. I go an Adaptive Fitness gym once a week, Aquasize 1x a week and physio exercises between. I have had MS for 18 yes and had a stroke last year. I started this diet to lose 10-15 lbs but so far am going backwards. The food portins seem to be 2x what I need, more like for an active 30 yr old. See my profile.
Hi, leadbutt. Your case may indeed require special attention – not only because of the reduced level of physical activity, but also because your weight puts you on the border between menu levels. I suggest one or both of the following:
1. Enter “158 lbs” or less as your current weight in your profile – this will bump your menu down a level and give you smaller amounts of food, without sacrificing nutrients.
2. Try cutting back on starchy and/or sweet carbs (even if high in fiber) and favor lean protein foods and vegetables. Getting a good protein-to-fat ratio can help preserve muscle mass and metabolic rate, especially in MS that has already limited mobility.
3. Take advantage of “free” vegetables for antioxidants, and “fat-burning” seasonings (also for antioxidants!), especially spices such as turmeric that scientific studies have found may be helpful in MS.Thank You, Ossie Sharon.
I am so sorry to read about your situation, Leadbutt and I wish you a well recovery:)
Hello OssieSharon,
I viewed the low impact cardio video on the website. I am going to give it a try.
Thanks:)
Stevia is all natural if you buy the organic brand, and has 0 calories. Besides that I have eaten healthy for a long time and the food on here is almost the same as what I was already eating and the first week I gained 3 pounds and still haven’t lost any wt. I have always eaten organic. I don’t eat fast food, cookies or cake . Sometimes dark chocolate and organic popcorn I pop myself. so this program is no different from what I eat normally. I wish someone from the program would tell me why I’m gaining.
Hello, Vickiec.
I noticed the same situation with me. I gained two pounds. The following is a post that Ossiesharon the nutritionist posted. It may answer your questions.
Hi to all. Again, if you have been on restrictive diets in the past, it may indeed take your body a while to adjust to normal amounts of food again. Note that the menus are low-carb – about 45% of energy, while regular diets are 50-65%. The best way to give yourself a boost is to make adjustments in your physical activity – any of the following:
1. If you are not active, consider adding exercise to your weekly routine. You don’t have to jump into an hour a day, but start with 5-10 minutes 3 days a week, and gradually build up in time per session, perhaps from 1 to 2 times per day, and then to more than 3 times per week.
2. If you have been active, try changing the specific exercises to work new muscles.
3. Try breaking up your workout with bursts of intensity – for example, jogging for 30 sections every 5 minutes during a steady walk.
If you have tried these and are still stagnant or gaining after a few weeks, please do repost here, and I will troubleshoot with you.Hi spongy thank you for your reply. The problem is I already eat healthy. All organic and no processed foods low carb the food on here isn’t much different then what I already eat. Just more carbs and I can’t eat many simple carbs carbs I blow up.
Vickiec,
I wish that I could give you an accurate answer but I am not a nutritionist nor a doctor. It could be possible that maybe your not eating the correct combinations or are missing key nutrients? How’s your calories intake compared to your exercises performed? Any health problems?
I suggest that you ask the nutritionist Ossie-Sharon for advice. I am sure that she will be able to provide you with her professional advice and suggestions. You may also want to mention it with your doctor.
I wish you that best. Keep me informed on your progress:)
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