Low carb eating doesn't suck!

[Georgiagambler]

Having trouble with pictures so had to switch to Tapatalk. So to continue, dinner was at Veracruz and I think everyone loved it. I don’t have pictures of the guacamole or the queso with veggies that we shared but they were awesome.



Laurie and I shared the beef and shrimp fajita combo. Yummy even without the tortillas.



I was really jealous of all the gorgeous margaritas at the table, so I chose the Keto friendly Patron Tequila flight. A couple folks might have joined me in a glass of Reposado as well 🤣

Next night was the unbelievable spread at the wedding. I never saw so many keto friendly hits d’ouvres. Antipasto, scallops in bacon, shrimp scampi, chicken kabobs, and more, not to mention lots of other amazing food I had to skip but people were loving it all! I was having way too Much fun and totally forgot pictures until the entree.


Filet mignon and a bundle
Of asparagus and carrots. It was really really good! Ken enjoyed my
Potato

The last day we finally made it to the Diamond Lounge at Harrah’s. It was much nicer than any of the ones in Vegas that I have been to, though I understand Bally’s and Caesar’s are both nicer.


I made up a way too big plate with slice roast turkey, some shrimp, Maria Nate’s mushrooms, tomatoes with mozzarella and chicken salad which is one of my favorite foods. The shrimp was a little slimy, so I didn’t eat that which was good since cocktail
Sauce is naughty. I’m so glad we ate since my flight was delayed (Shocker!!!) and I didn’t get home til Midnight. I wasn’t even hungry

So that’s my food story for the weekend



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I think you did a great job being on vacation and still eating well. What was the final answer on Diamond Lounge? Did you have to pay $10 or were you good from 25k last year?


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[Nhcris]

I have a question. You guys on this keto diet are looking like you're shedding quite a few pounds. My problem is that I'm not really a meat eater and what's worse is, I'm not a fish eater, so if I just focus on veggies, salads, eggs, that type of thing, is that going to work? Now Bob is a meat eater, but he craves carbs big time. I think I can confine him to meats but what about snacks. What do you guys use for snacks that are filling? Is popcorn okay or is that a no-no? I'm so impressed with the things you're all cooking and it's obviously working for you.

I belong to a couple of Keto Facebook groups, and in one of them nearly half of the members are also members of a Keto vegetarian group. You definitely don't have to eat meat to do this. But the thing about Keto is that contrary to what we were taught all our loves, you really need to incorporate fat into your diet. Eat avocado which has healthy fat, and don't be afraid of butter. If you do dairy, you can get fat and protein from adding cheese to tons of things.

On Keto, after you become fat adapted you find that you don't actually need snacks very often. But there are some days when a snack is required!! There are certain nuts that make great snacks. I am a macadamiaholic, myself. I have trained myself to like Pork rinds (I was chip junkie) and dip them in guacamole or salsa when I really need that crunch. When I crave sweet, I will eat a couple squares of Lily's chocolate, which is sweetened with erithrytol (a sugar alcohol) and Stevia, a natural sweetener. They are both very low on the glycemic index, so they don't spike your blood sugar, which is a big part of what we are looking for on keto.

Popcorn isn't keto, unfortunately. But, Keto is only one option! This is about healthy eating (and for some of us, losing weight) but whether low carb low fat, low calorie, or some other way of eating, we are here to talk about it all and to share ideas!

[Nhcris]

I think you did a great job being on vacation and still eating well. What was the final answer on Diamond Lounge? Did you have to pay $10 or were you good from 25k last year?


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Thanks GG! There was no charge for the Diamond Lounge - YAY! We only managed to get there once because it had very short hours on the weekdays.

[Laurie]

I have a question. You guys on this keto diet are looking like you're shedding quite a few pounds. My problem is that I'm not really a meat eater and what's worse is, I'm not a fish eater, so if I just focus on veggies, salads, eggs, that type of thing, is that going to work? Now Bob is a meat eater, but he craves carbs big time. I think I can confine him to meats but what about snacks. What do you guys use for snacks that are filling? Is popcorn okay or is that a no-no? I'm so impressed with the things you're all cooking and it's obviously working for you.

Eggs are a keto staple and cheese. Use high fat salad dressings to fill you up. Heavy whipping cream in your coffee. I always drank it black but that fills me up in the morning. I do intermittent fasting where I only eat during an 8 hour time span 11-7. There are so many recipes on Facebook, Pinterest and YouTube. This lifestyle is really popular right now.
You need to drink a lot of water. Once I cut out carbs I find myself not craving them anymore and I don’t snack anymore. The one thing that I still get too many carbs from is beer!


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[Laurie]

Weighed in this morning and only gained a half a pound while I was gone partying in AC Yay!!

[michelelovesvegas]

I thought you all looked great this weekend and sticking to the plan while traveling was very disciplined. Even though I am not doing 100% Keto, I have cut out all store bought carbs. I will eat the potatoes I grow, which when we got home yesterday, we dug out first plant, and had a few with dinner. Also the broccoli and cauliflower decided to grow up while I was gone so had some of that. I do like the butter and cream part of Keto!! This thread has been so good to follow and be inspired to eat better. Mark has lost 40 pounds since January!!

[Nhcris]

I thought you all looked great this weekend and sticking to the plan while traveling was very disciplined. Even though I am not doing 100% Keto, I have cut out all store bought carbs. I will eat the potatoes I grow, which when we got home yesterday, we dug out first plant, and had a few with dinner. Also the broccoli and cauliflower decided to grow up while I was gone so had some of that. I do like the butter and cream part of Keto!! This thread has been so good to follow and be inspired to eat better. Mark has lost 40 pounds since January!!

Michele you look fabulous! I am so envious of all the wonderful things you grow. I am planning to do tomatoes and jalapeños this summer so I can make my own salsa and have some yummies for my salads! I will also be growing some herbs, since I am such an amazing cook (NOT!). It will be awhile before we can do much up here, and it's going to be forever before the Farmer's Markets open, I am afraid. Nothing better than fresh from the garden produce and fresh eggs!

[michelelovesvegas]

Michele you look fabulous! I am so envious of all the wonderful things you grow. I am planning to do tomatoes and jalapeños this summer so I can make my own salsa and have some yummies for my salads! I will also be growing some herbs, since I am such an amazing cook (NOT!). It will be awhile before we can do much up here, and it's going to be forever before the Farmer's Markets open, I am afraid. Nothing better than fresh from the garden produce and fresh eggs!

Thanks Chris. When I am out harvesting and cooking, I just wish I could share with all the Jokers that would love it!! Can't have a M&G here, no casinos in GA! I would so do a big farm picnic for everyone.

Mark's family has a place near Saratoga and they garden as well as the neighbors. Love that when my season is done, yours is starting and I get the best of both worlds!

Do you like cilantro with your salsa? Easy to grow if you do. I love it! Think it is a love or hate thing.

[michelelovesvegas]

Since it is no longer in the garden, and soon to be in the belly, posting here.


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[Nhcris]

Since it is no longer in the garden, and soon to be in the belly, posting here.


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Damn, that would keep me happy for quite some time! I can think of so many ways to prepare it, but I bet you could teach me a few!

I just saw you cilantro question. I am one of the weird ones that can take it or leave it. But my son in Texas is of the "It tastes like soap" group, so I have never really incorporated it into cooking.