47th Anniversary faceplant ... almost

#1

Took my bride of 47 years out to dine at a high-end steakhouse ($50+ steaks) and it all started pretty innocent — one small piece of bread with a delicious Brie spread followed by a lettuce wedge salad with blue cheese dressing and then a fatty ribeye (ate only 10 of 14 oz). Of course ice tea with Splenda.

Not too bad. Until the dessert menu arrived. I succumbed to a half portion of Creme Broulet with freshly made sweet whipped cream.

I’m guessing I drained down about 60-70 carbs. It could have been a lot worse. But you know, [spoiler]fuck it[/spoiler] because I enjoyed a meal with my wonderful gal.

I just started a new 40-hour fast till noon Thanksgiving Day. I also knew this was going to be a rough week and have planned accordingly. The scale can take a rest as well.

(I Am The Egg Man ku-ku-kachoo) #2

a) Congratulations! 47 years of marriage is fantastic!

b) 47 year Anniversary? Slipped? Pfffft. Enjoy your evening. You deserve it.

#3

Congrats!

I’m interested how you felt physically afterwards. Did the sudden surge of higher carbs have an adverse effect the next day i.e lethargy, cravings, headaches etc?

#4

Right now, 90 minutes later, I am full to a bit bloated. Tomorrow I am expecting elevated blood glucose. Was a steady 76-80 last two days. I am guessing low to mid 90s tomorrow at late morning because I always go up a little with extra protein.

But I just might sleep better tonight. Maybe. We’ll see. I’m just as curious about my reaction because I have been doing some serious EF the past few weeks. Will keep you posted here.

(Amy Ramadan) #5

Congrats on 47 years!! That’s awesome!! Happy to hear you enjoyed yourself, and the important thing is you plan to get right back on track!!

(Candy Lind) #6

When we make it 47 years, I just might do a carby dessert, too. CONGRATS!

#7

Funny how I had mixed thoughts and emotions throughout the meal. Keto on the brain but didn’t want to be preachy to my wife during the occasion. I did pretty well up to the dessert and it was my suggestion. She said she didn’t need any dessert. Maybe I did? Blame myself for the slip but it was a true, guilty pleasure. Guess I’ll beat myself up over the next day. But it’s s journey, right?

#8

16 hours later and my numbers are good but I feel tired, listless and a bit achy in my knees and hips. Did not sleep soundly. But I did sleep.

Fasting BG was at 74 and i was surprised to pee moderate almost purple ketones on my strips. Weight up 2 pounds as expected.

Nothing this 40-hour fast wont cure.

(Jane) #9

:+1:

(You've tried everything else; why not try bacon?) #10

I had a crème brûlée for dessert on my birthday. It was very tasty, but fortunately lacked enough sugar to send this sugar addict on a binge (still, it was a very risky thing to do). Nevertheless, the extra carbohydrate made me feel like crap for a couple of days. Not really badly, but noticeably off my game, if you know what I mean. I guess it was worth it, but these experiences get less and less rewarding over time.

#11

Bingo. That dessert — the least offensive of all the offerings — did not seem to skyrocket my insulin, knock me out of ketosis or elevate my BG for very long — but yes I was “off my game” today and took a long nap. However, I felt quite invigorated much later in the day and took my dog for a brisk 3.25 mile walk. And I am now at hour 27 of a 40-hour water-only fast. Thanksgiving may hurt more than that nice dessert.

I also agree with you, Paul, that such blatant cheats are not as pleasing as they’ve been in the past. I was/am a sugar addict, no doubt, but what I really miss is that sneaking pass of a finger on the freshly iced cake; licking the bowl of remnant batter; the random spoonful of Coolwhip in the refrigerator and having to pass up the occasional soft peppermint after a restaurant meal.

When I can incorporate these little treats into my keto WOE then I will be a happy man.

#12

Ditto!

I can’t believe how much my attitude toward food has changed since going keto. What really matters and what’s just plain garbage.

Now days, I think of the steak as dessert! :grin:

#13

The threat of feeling crappy the next day has definitely been a deterrent for me when it comes to having high carb/sugar cheat meals.

But I can see Christmas being a real test.

#14

Oh yeah, I’m looking down the barrel of Thanksgiving, here in the States. We’ll see how today goes. Wish me luck!

#15

Good luck with Thanksgiving. Remember, just replace every temptation with more turkey!

I survived this year’s Halloween candy, and also came out unscathed from two recent family gatherings…Christmas will be the ultimate challenge though as it’s also my son’s birthday so there’ll be the extra added temptation of birthday cake as well! :smiley:

#16

Amen! :+1:

(You've tried everything else; why not try bacon?) #17

It’s okay to lick the beaters when making a keto cheesecake.

Or it had [spoiler]damn[/spoiler] well better be!! :bacon:

#18

I won’t be eating today until my 44-hour fasting mark. So not a bad T-Day for me. Christmas, with its pralines, oatmeal cookies and seafood gumbo, is what I dread looking forward.

Christmas is not a one-day feast thing like today. It’s a two-week ordeal.

(Natasha) #19

Happy anniversary :grinning:

(You've tried everything else; why not try bacon?) #20

:notes: On the first day of Christmas, my true love fed to me . . . :notes: