Revelation by Cake

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11/1/12 8:06 P

Each healthy choice will make a big difference! m
I am not familiar with "grams": how much that is. Would that amount be a normal sized piece of cake?

I've cut back on sugars also, but I still want them.

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11/1/12 7:41 P

Good for you! Keep up the good work! I have not mastered that restraint as yet!

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11/1/12 7:09 P

Good for you for resisting the cake. I too am on a journey to wellness because my dr told me if I didn't change my eating habits and lose weight I too would soon be joining the ranks of the diabetic. Well, I guess that was the wake up call that I needed because for the last month I have been following the Dukan Diet (per my dr's instructions) and have eliminated all the things I used to love. I am pretty much eating only lean protein and about 20 different vegetables at this point but it has paid off-15 lbs down this month. I hope you continue to make wise choices in the face of all the challenges that life throws at us.
Our health is worth the momentary pleasure of that sugar high!

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11/1/12 6:11 P

What an honor to see you featured in the Spark Mail.

Week of 11/01/2012 - Featured Board Post

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11/1/12 6:02 P

Good for you, be strong

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11/1/12 5:37 P

Well Done!! That is such a GREAT achievement, it isn't easy and you have passed the test!

I have a similar challenge with a coffee machine for all to use and regular staff birthday cakes. I also find it helps to think... how long would it take on the cross trainer to have to work that off - and also think it is probably dry, stale and crumbly (hate cakes like that!)

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11/1/12 5:36 P

Who HOO
You did better than I did today and it was your Birthday;;;
SO now you will be having many more because you are really taking good care of yourself.

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11/1/12 5:18 P

Good for you I wish I had your attitude thanks for sharing
you are truly a motivator for me..

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11/1/12 5:07 P

Congratulations! It helps to have a Plan. And be able to stick to it!!

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11/1/12 4:28 P

Juliainla..Thank you Sooo much for posting your story. I too am a sugar addict. I will carry your story through the Holidays and I will get through them without sugar!! Thank you so much for the reminder!! Anne , your Spark friend.

Edited by: HUMGOR1 at: 11/1/2012 (16:31)

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11/1/12 3:26 P

Cake is one of my current down falls. I loveeee cake but yes you are right-too many calories. I agree with you about getting the sugar cravings back from eating it again. Thanks -I hope you dont mind but I will apply what's been going on with you to my own issues. One being a cakeaholic. I think if I just not include it in my diet that it won't have such power over me. We'll see. I do like your tea idea.

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11/1/12 3:25 P

Oh how needed this now with all the candy left over!

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11/1/12 2:42 P

This was a great topic. I have always said that I was by sugar as an alcoholic was alcohol. Maybe this will help others realize we are not alone.
Myra

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11/1/12 2:38 P

Hi
Did you mange to resist the cake? I have also stopped buying cake ,biscuits and lovely fresh bread, it sounds an easy thing to do but it can be hard.


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11/1/12 2:30 P

Now if only I would have had the revelation when I grabbed the "Thursday donut" this morning...

And it didn't even taste all that good, either.


GOOD JOB!!!!!

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11/1/12 2:09 P

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11/1/12 2:08 P

a cup of hot Pomegranate Pizzazz tea ..... now I want a lovely cup! I am so suggestible, yet another good reason to surround myself with those aligned with the same goals and ideas as myself, to help reinforce and suggest the next choice, the next right thing and a place to turn when I am succumbing to other than healthy suggestions which we are bombarded with constantly in this society.

Tea is so much a better 'feel' than sugar. Will be reminding myself of this today and tonight, especially. As the nights grow longer, sweets are raising their ugly head in my own head. Craving tea is a much better choice. Because I can!

Yes.

Because I can. I will.


so many can't, I am very glad to still have a modicum of choices left

Because I can!

words to live by... from the best wellness therapist on the planet, who gave me magnets with this saying and I have it all over my house to help remind me.

I can do this, whatever it is.... Because I can.

Drink tea~




in fact, going to make a whole pot right now!

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11/1/12 2:00 P

You have the same issue that I have and so many others. Thank you for posting your thoughts. I know that I'm not alone in this. Cake, in, particular has been my nemesis from a child! Once I get away from it and keep it out of my life, I'm better off for it, but it creeps in again and again.
This discussion is one that is needed and I appreciate the fact that you are doing what it takes to overcome!

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11/1/12 1:54 P

Great job! Sweets are a big weakness of mine as well. I failed miserably yesterday (Halloween), but reading your story "sparked" me to be more conscientious and motivated today! Keep up the good work!

Shawna

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11/1/12 1:49 P

Congratulations! Thank you so much for posting this because I, too, am a sweet-a-holic! Not so much for the cake, but certainly the icing and the ice cream! And cookies and chocolate and...etc! But you hit the nail on the head when you said that the crash after the high is terrible and that once you give in to the sugar, it takes control! At least it does for me! I can go without sugar in my coffee or tea, but there are ceratinly times when I want something for desert. My problem is that if I don't pay attention, I will be craving desert after every single meal! So, I try to stick to having a Weight Watchers Fudge bar after dinner or something similar. Keep up the great work!

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11/1/12 1:33 P

"I'll fight.. to get back to where I am, right at this moment" - Wow, that is revelatory!
You can do it! :-)

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11/1/12 1:00 P

keep thinking positive!

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11/1/12 12:59 P

Way to go! Just remember this quote: "Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels!"

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11/1/12 12:28 P

Congratulations and keep it up.

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11/1/12 12:09 P

What a great post! You have turned the corner to thinking first and making conscious choices. Keep up the awesome progress!

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11/1/12 12:08 P

Congrats! For my birthday I requested sorbet with fresh fruit toppings about 6 years ago. Now everyone asks for similar celebrations!

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11/1/12 12:03 P

You have it in you !

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11/1/12 11:56 A

Congratulations! Self reflection is a huge step in not only finding our healthy new self....but keeping it. It is thoughs triggers that often are our biggest barrier. Congratulations to you and keep up the good work!!

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11/1/12 11:54 A

that is a FANTASTIC revelation!! You are using several aspects to think through this and that is beautiful. The reality of the calories. Recalling how we feel after eating cake. Acknowledging how you feel NOW and how important it is to stay the course. Oh yea and I forgot the diabetes part.

STAY THE COURSE AND REAP THE REWARDS!

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11/1/12 11:53 A

I completely understand with the sweets problem! I have been slowly decreasing my sugar intake, and I love how the cravings go away.

Good luck I hope I get to see you had no cake or ice cream :)

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11/1/12 11:51 A

For years I tried to help friends struggling with weight that it was OK not to partake in "cake" for birthdays (even their own)! If your friends/colleagues care and understand you they wouldn't guilt you into a piece. Just because you don't partake doesn't mean they shouldn't have to, and there shouldn't be any emotional blackmail going on there.

When i was diagnosed with type2 diabetes at 40 it wasn't a shock to me because it runs in my family, but no one can believe it since I weighed about 130 pounds (5'6") but in some ways it only made it harder because people almost chastise you for being on a "diet" because "you're already thin" but I'm down to 120 pounds and it took my glucose levels down with it (about 50 points average) so it DOES make a difference. I still get ragged on for not partaking in free office goodies, cake, and yesterday's cupcakes and candy. I know that visually it may seem I'm being ridiculous, but my issue is an invisible one and as you noted one day of partaking only starts the cravings all over again.

I admit that for the season I had filled my candy jar at my desk with candy corn and while mostly it was others that partook, I did have a few kernels every now and again. But the key is always moderation. Anything forbidden just makes me want it, so for me having just a little bit reminds me that it isn't forbidden but a little treat!

Good luck on your journey and remember that the "realization moment" is often the game changer. Since you can't make a real meaningful change until you have that gestalt moment that tells you you do need to just do it.

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11/1/12 11:39 A

Great Blog! Pomegranate Pizazz sounds very appealing--will look for it to try. Thank you for sharing your insight--looking forward to seeing your followup post.

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11/1/12 11:33 A

You are so right! It's like there is a thunk sound that goes off... is it really worth it? Keeping the consequences and reality of how sugar or whatever will affect me for much longer than that initial taste. Good for you!

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11/1/12 11:25 A

that is insight and inspiring - continued success in your journey

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11/1/12 11:20 A

go you, taking the long view!!!

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11/1/12 11:08 A

I relate. I am giving up sugar and white flour which has become less difficult... but there are those moments when everyone else is having.... Halloween candy for example. But the sugar cravings triggered and the momentary exhileration from the sugar in my mouth are always followed by a lump in my stomach of regret. Good for you for deciding to say no. I know the food will keep calling so hope you keep up yelling louder and are able to keep up your abstainance.

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11/1/12 11:01 A

GOOD FOR YOU STAYING AWAY FROM THE SWEETS. !!

NOW MIGHT BE A GOOD TIME TO START A NEW TRADITION. BE CREATIVE NEXT TIME WITH A BEAUTIFUL PLATE OF OPEN FACE VEGGIE SANDWICHES OR LRG BOWL OF LAYERED FRUITS.. A CANDLE OR CANDELABRA WOULD MAKE IT FESTIVE.
YOU MIGHT WANT TO CHECK WITH CO-WORKERS FIRST.MANY OTHERS MAY BE FEELING THE SAME AS YOU AND JUST TOO POLITE TO REFRAIN FROM THE EXCESS SWEETS.
PAT

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11/1/12 10:59 A

I always say Superman has kryptonite; i have cake. (And chocolate). I'm glad you had that revelation and i hope i can overcome my cake/chocolate addiction too. Good job! Keep it up!

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11/1/12 10:47 A

I was eating mini jelly beans and about to go for another portion when I read your post. I'll be happy to report that I stopped the beans from finding their way to my mouth! Thanks for the inspiration!

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11/1/12 10:45 A

When I read your story, it reminded me of the 100th time I tried to quit smoking. Just like you when the craving came that day, something in my brain clicked and I thought (Just like you) it is not worth it....after one - in an hour I will want another. It is NEVER ending.
I made it! 10 years! I love your story and will share it with my TOPS group. Several struggle with diabetes.
Now I need some help with fatty, salty foods. I will think of your story and how one serving of chips just opens the door for more. It NEVER satisfies for long.

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11/1/12 10:24 A

Good for you! My go to when everyone around me is having "off limits" food is a cup of peach green tea. I have been sugar and flour carb free since August and can honestly tell you my cravings are finally gone. A store bought cake would not even temp me at this point. Would it be possible for you to change the birthday cake tradition to perhaps something more healthy? It would benefit everyone. Some suggestions would be a fruit platter, or fresh apples with peanut or almond butter. Just a healthy thought. Cheers to your control!

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11/1/12 10:18 A

Great job on not giving in! Thanks for posting this; I've been struggling with sugar for a while now and it is because of just having a bite here and there. Before I knew it I started craving it again and I've gained 10 lbs!
Your post has inspired me to say no to sugar again.

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11/1/12 10:17 A

Awesome!! I ate a fun size twix and a fun size snickers last night...and I was surprised that it didn't taste as good as I expected for that many calories

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11/1/12 10:11 A

It sounds like a good plan. I totally understand that now that you have weened yourself off sugar that the cravings will come back if you have a taste. It is no different than any other addiction such as alcohol, smoking....

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11/1/12 10:08 A

I wish I had read this BEFORE I had that "fun sized" KitKat... But will be getting RID of the rest! Don't need them on my hips, thighs or butt!! Hope you were able to keep your promise to yourself!

I have just read through the other replies here, and think if you play the diabetes card, no one will try to tempt you... as in "My doctor is very concerned that I am on the verge of developing diabetes and has asked me to cut out ALL sugar as a trial for then next 3 months. It is hard, but please help me with this" When you enlist the doctor, and ask for help, you are giving them the opportunity to feel really good about themselves by NOT trying to tempt you! double victory!

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11/1/12 9:47 A

Well said and just the kind of message I need to be reading today. With that attitude we can do this. Good luck, wait it isn't luk. Just keep on sparkin'!