Bravo, Kaleo!
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Amazing potential behavior modification effects! ; husband seems to see itās punitive effect, but I imagine it can be a positive reinforcement too.
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Iāve been on metformin a long time, 20 years? I was down to 1 500 tablet a day, A1C was 6.5.
Because of FREQUENT UTIs, I thought maybe I should stop metformin, my doctor agreed. (My kidney doctor didnāt want me on it either). After one month without, my A1C is 6.6 and so far, no new UTI.
Lately it was discovered that Ozempic could delay advance of kidney disease so my doctor just prescribed it. Iāll start the low dose injection after my special birthday dinner next week. Iām very wary of side effects, donāt want nausea etc. Maybe if I just keep to low dose?
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Happy special birthday!
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Yes, the potential is immense and depends on how you approach the information you can get. I certainly got some insight into how I can make small modifications to help be a bit more healthy.
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They usually start you on the minimum dose (10ml or .25mg) to see how your body reacts. The dose is increased depending on your success (or lack thereof).
But you should always, always talk to your medical professional about any meds. They usually know best 
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Good job!
Check out āGlucose Revolutionā by Jessie InchauspĆ©. She talks about how the order in which you eat you foods matters. Veg & fiber>protein>fat>carbs.
Iāve made it 48 h without any sweets or refined sugar.
Iāll be skipping the PÄ czki over the next 10 days this year, to try to stay on track.
I will make a lasagna for Carnevale instead of pancakes, Gumbo or Jambalaya this year.
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Congratulations.
Speaking only for myself, I find it easier to soldier on with healthy eating if I allow a rare cheat or treat. Iām thinking every 5 pounds lost will get self-permission for a big slice of pizza or pie a la mode. Something to look forward to.
Strangely, I seem not to miss any of my impulse sweets pratfalls, e.g., cookies. But Iāll still take a few chips of āmedicinalā chocolateā¦
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I canāt seem to moderate my treat portions anymore.
I donāt know where my willpower went in 2020.
When I have lost a significant amount of weight, in 2001 (30 lbs over 18 months), and then again in 2004 (20 lbs over 6 months) , and most recently in 2014 (15 lbs over 3 months), it was when I stuck to the plan 99 percent of the time.
I canāt seem to do the 80 /20. LOL
Iām glad it is working for you!!
My treats become things like splurge sushi and more non -fat cappuccino. I do allow for slices of pizza. Itās mostly keeping cookies, chocolate and candy off the menu, and less snacking after dinner, that I have to watch.
Some people have suggested going to bed earlier. I donāt really like being up early in the morning.
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Have you tried brushing and flossing a few hours before you plan to go to bed? It really helps with the late night junk food cravings.
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Iāve read sugar is addictive to some (most?) people. If youāre still hungry after dinner, try eating some Good Culture cottage cheese and an organic apple.
This will fill you up.
I think if one really wants a sweet treat, cottage cheese and an apple may not cut it.
Also, depriving oneself of anything for any length of time will often trigger binges, and any regimen one chooses for life should ideally be sustainable in the long run.
Iāve been on a bit of a sugar kick lately 
ā the new Turkish bakeries in town are def not helpingā¦ but I go through phases. Iām also not the kind of person who has to eat an entire pint of ice cream in one sitting ā I find that a couple of spoons, or just one scoop in a bowl is plenty satisfying. Big cookies last days between the two of us.
Sugar is very addictive, thatās why some people have a hard time giving it up.
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Yeah, this really works. When my mouth feels fresh and clean in the evening, Iām much less likely to reach for snacks - or even have dessert.
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Itās a win win situation! 
Yeah, but sometimes I get into an argument in my head:
Angel Me: You should go brush your teeth now.
Devil Me: But I think I might want a snack in a bit.
AM: Thatās why you should go brush your teeth now.
DM: Donāt listen to that loser. Think of how satisfying a handful (bagful) of chips will be in half an hour.
[ad infinitum]
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Dude, you have all the same tricks as the dietician I pay once a month.
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Do you find the dietician helpful?
Iām paying what I consider an eye watering amount to see a personal trainer around once a week. Even my colleagues who do personal training regularly are like āWhoa, sheās expensive!ā
But Iām standing by my choice now because I did my research and I have some personal hangups (eg. I prefer a female trainer) and a shoulder problem. It seems to be going ok so far and I kind of feel like, yes, I could just go to a gym for much less, but I wouldnāt really do much working out unless someone is actually making me do it. And Iām a complete dumbbell (pardon the bad pun) when it comes to gym equipment. Iād never been on a rowing machine or cross trainer until last week.
The personal trainer also offers a nutrition advice service but Iāve said I donāt need that right now. I might ask her if she has a degree in dietetics or nutrition.
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Dood, youāre welcome 
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