Coke Addict

[theloxmyth]

Dad would have a "waxed container" of the C-word on his shelf at his pharmacy to dispense for nausea.

Never did he have a container of the P-word.

Because of this, when I choose a cola, its Coke, though I thoroughly dislike the intake of high fructose corn syrup!

I just researched (? searched : ) that Costco and Walmart are selling Mexican Coke and that its made with pure cane sugar! http://www.seriouseats.com/2007/05/c...ican-coke.html

The formula for Coke was created by pharmacist John Pemberton in 1885, and had coca leaves as an ingredient.

Read more:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coca-Cola

[Goodwatch]

Ever watched the Mythbusters Cola episode? They debunked most of the Cola myths Why not go for Coke Zero? No sugar, no calories. I only drink Coke on very warm days, usually with lots of ice. To end my nonsense, I present you this:

[vh_bu98]

I don't drink soda much in general because of the taste, but I have glass bottles of Coke and Dublin Dr. Pepper in the fridge. Those taste so good especially when adding some good rum to the coke and XO cognac to the DP.

[theloxmyth]

Originally Posted by Goodwatch

Ever watched the Mythbusters Cola episode? They debunked most of the Cola myths Why not go for Coke Zero? No sugar, no calories. I only drink Coke on very warm days, usually with lots of ice. To end my nonsense, I present you this:

TOASTED BUN!

SHARP CHEDDAR?!

MEDIUM RARE?!

I haven't eaten yet and my mouth is watering!

The greens detract from this picture perfect delight, though.

[Flaxmoore]

Originally Posted by theloxmyth

Dad would have a "waxed container" of the C-word on his shelf at his pharmacy to dispense for nausea.

Never did he have a container of the P-word.

Because of this, when I choose a cola, its Coke, though I thoroughly dislike the intake of high fructose corn syrup!

I just researched (? searched : ) that Costco and Walmart are selling Mexican Coke and that its made with pure cane sugar! http://www.seriouseats.com/2007/05/c...ican-coke.html

The formula for Coke was created by pharmacist John Pemberton in 1885, and had coca leaves as an ingredient.

Read more:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coca-Cola

Kroger and Meijer have it as well. Look in the ethnic food section.

[Jimbits76]

Originally Posted by Goodwatch

Ever watched the Mythbusters Cola episode? They debunked most of the Cola myths Why not go for Coke Zero? No sugar, no calories. I only drink Coke on very warm days, usually with lots of ice. To end my nonsense, I present you this:

You are evil. I hope Britain invades The Netherlands and we enslave you all!!!!!!!!



J

[Carolina]

Originally Posted by Jimbits76

You are evil. I hope Britain invades The Netherlands and we enslave you all!!!!!!!!



J

Now that is reference to war, and hence a indirect but subtle link to guns and/or knives. And all of this stated to a mod! I think the sugar deprivation has gone to your head.

[redshirt1957]

Originally Posted by Carolina

Now that is reference to war, and hence a indirect but subtle link to guns and/or knives. And all of this stated to a mod! I think the sugar deprivation has gone to your head.

I think ole' MarshmellowBoy was talking about a pillow fight. Damn hard to figure out these Brits.

[Jimbits76]

Originally Posted by Carolina

Now that is reference to war, and hence a indirect but subtle link to guns and/or knives. And all of this stated to a mod! I think the sugar deprivation has gone to your head.

No weapons here my dears.

This battle will be fought in the seediest bars, dirtiest gin joints and the most salubrious of saloons.

Bottoms up!



J

[Carolina]

Originally Posted by redshirt1957

I think ole' MarshmellowBoy was talking about a pillow fight. Damn hard to figure out these Brits.

Oh, so he's going to enslave the Netherlands singlehandedly by pillow?! That would be something to see...

[Jimbits76]

Originally Posted by Carolina

Oh, so he's going to enslave the Netherlands singlehandedly by pillow?! That would be something to see...

I reckon I could do it.

I've seen em at the world cup...they always start strong but tail off towards the end!

J

[Ashley]

Jim, it's hard at first, but definitely worth it! I've been pop-free for over a year now, and though water does get boring, I chug it back anyway. I'm very often dehydrated, so bring on the water. It's a great choice for your health You have my support!

[Zman86]

I gave up softdrinks as a new years resolution after consuming a fair amount of pop on a daily basis. We had a BBQ at work at the end of February, and I had a can of Pepsi cause the water fountain was broken. It was weird, made my mouth numb, stomach felt weird afterwards. After that I've only had a couple of rye and gingers here and there. Probably one of the better decisions I've made. Dropping the softdrinks, drastically changing my diet and occassional exercise allowed me to drop about 30lbs by mid march, but I've started breaking some of the rules I set for myself, and have put 5lbs back on. Weathers getting nice though, and I just bought myself a new road bicycle, so I cant wait to get out riding again.

[diablojota]

When I want to cut back on soft drinks (in particular my Coke Zero habit), I will basically drink something like Perrier (bubbly water). I find that it makes a great substitute for the bubbly of the soft drink, and I feel like I'm still drinking one. Downside, I drink a lot of that stuff and it gets expensive. Upside I tend to feel better once I adjust to not drinking that much Zero.

[Ashley]

Originally Posted by Zman86

I gave up softdrinks as a new years resolution after consuming a fair amount of pop on a daily basis. We had a BBQ at work at the end of February, and I had a can of Pepsi cause the water fountain was broken. It was weird, made my mouth numb, stomach felt weird afterwards. After that I've only had a couple of rye and gingers here and there. Probably one of the better decisions I've made. Dropping the softdrinks, drastically changing my diet and occassional exercise allowed me to drop about 30lbs by mid march, but I've started breaking some of the rules I set for myself, and have put 5lbs back on. Weathers getting nice though, and I just bought myself a new road bicycle, so I cant wait to get out riding again.

I constantly have nightmares that I had a drink of Coke and ruined my whole fast, or a bite of chocolate and it brings me to tears. It's a ridiculous thing to worry about, but every time I wake up from one, I breathe a deep sigh of relief.

[Lion]

I am ashamed to admit it but I am a Pepsi addict. I know it's not good for me but it's a bad habit to break. I do drink caffeine free but am still getting the HFCS. So I know somethings got to give and I'm going to have to find the willpower to quit!!!

[redshirt1957]

Originally Posted by Ashley

Jim, it's hard at first, but definitely worth it! I've been pop-free for over a year now, and though water does get boring, I chug it back anyway. I'm very often dehydrated, so bring on the water. It's a great choice for your health You have my support!

I eat atomic fireballs and drink water. Guess I am still getting sugar. Talking about fireballs and sugar and not one mention of ole' BrokenTailgate76.

[Jimbits76]

What the heck is an atomic fireball?

J

[Carolina]

Originally Posted by Jimbits76

What the heck is an atomic fireball?

J

It's a round, red hard candy with a very spicy cinnamon flavor - sort of like a jawbreaker.

[Carolina]

Drinking my tea without honey this morning - blech.

[Jimbits76]

Originally Posted by Carolina

It's a round, red hard candy with a very spicy cinnamon flavor - sort of like a jawbreaker.

You mean like an aniseed ball?

J

[Carolina]

Originally Posted by Jimbits76

You mean like an aniseed ball?

J

I'm not sure what that is! Here is a fireball (in a wrapper):

[Jimbits76]

Originally Posted by Carolina

Drinking my tea without honey this morning - blech.

Okay...Day 3 of the no sugar thing and I'm in a rotten mood....sugar cravings are making me miserable...it's only been 3 days!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Last night I treated myself to a bowl of satsuma and sliced kiwi fruit and a big glass of natural 1000% pomegranate juice....nice but not as nice as chocolate and cold coke.

Absolutely crying out for something bad for me to eat but holding off...

Here's my daily plan....(borrowed heavily from Gillian McKeith)

Breakfast...plain yoghurt and a small malt fruit cereal bar (low cal/ low fat). Glass of water and Perhaps glass of juice before cycling.

Mid Morning, handful of unsalted plain nuts and raisins and mug of green tea.

Lunch...Large Bowl of "Sherries" cereal with semi skimmed milk.

Mid afternoon...Mug of green tea and a couple of glasses of water.

Dinner...white meat or fish with brown rice/brown pasta or vegetables. Couple more glasses of water.

Dessert....Pomegrate juice. Sliced fruits, natural yoghurt.

Vitamins...Green Tea supplement, Co Enzyme Q10, Glucusamine Sulphate, Astralagus, St Johns Wort, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, Folic Acid, Zinc.

Exercise...light...6 mile cycle per day (3 miles to work, 3 miles back) 2 1/2 mile walk after work.

I did the same diet plan...no sugars, lo fat and no white refined & light exercise and I dropped about 50 pounds in a year before our wedding...unfortunately I've put it all back on since then.

This year I have a goal....I'm getting back into MTB and I might buy a turbo trainer for those dark, cold wet nights.

The goal is that in two years I am fit enough to easily take part in a competition or charity ride on a shiny new mountain bike!!!!!

Here's hoping!

J

[Carolina]

Pssst - you have inspired me to give sugar as well. Today is day 1 for me. In fact, it's only been about 2 hours.

I really love Gillian. Her nutrition ideas are right on. I have not formulated a plan as of yet, but I've been in the habit of eating poorly the past few months, and it's catching up to me. I noticed that my jeans were feeling a little tight yesterday!

Keep it up!! (plus, I find it inspiring...)

[Lion]

Originally Posted by Carolina

I'm not sure what that is! Here is a fireball (in a wrapper):

It's a jaw breaker and hot do to cinnamon flavoring!!!

[redshirt1957]

Originally Posted by Jimbits76

Okay...Day 3 of the no sugar thing and I'm in a rotten mood....sugar cravings are making me miserable...it's only been 3 days!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Last night I treated myself to a bowl of satsuma and sliced kiwi fruit and a big glass of natural 1000% pomegranate juice....nice but not as nice as chocolate and cold coke.

Absolutely crying out for something bad for me to eat but holding off...

Here's my daily plan....(borrowed heavily from Gillian McKeith)

Breakfast...plain yoghurt and a small malt fruit cereal bar (low cal/ low fat). Glass of water and Perhaps glass of juice before cycling.

Mid Morning, handful of unsalted plain nuts and raisins and mug of green tea.

Lunch...Large Bowl of "Sherries" cereal with semi skimmed milk.

Mid afternoon...Mug of green tea and a couple of glasses of water.

Dinner...white meat or fish with brown rice/brown pasta or vegetables. Couple more glasses of water.

Dessert....Pomegrate juice. Sliced fruits, natural yoghurt.

Vitamins...Green Tea supplement, Co Enzyme Q10, Glucusamine Sulphate, Astralagus, St Johns Wort, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, Folic Acid, Zinc.

Exercise...light...6 mile cycle per day (3 miles to work, 3 miles back) 2 1/2 mile walk after work.

I did the same diet plan...no sugars, lo fat and no white refined & light exercise and I dropped about 50 pounds in a year before our wedding...unfortunately I've put it all back on since then.

This year I have a goal....I'm getting back into MTB and I might buy a turbo trainer for those dark, cold wet nights.

The goal is that in two years I am fit enough to easily take part in a competition or charity ride on a shiny new mountain bike!!!!!

Here's hoping!

J

Sounds closer to suicide that trying to get healthy. Good luck my friend, I am pulling for you.

[ob1]

Keep it up Jim, you're doing well
Go a little easy on the exercise though. That sounds like a lot of daily miles to take on right away. Give yoga, a go. I do some everyday, and its great. Puts your back and shoulders into alinement, keeps all your joints supple, and leaves you with a peaceful feeling. Highly recommend yoga to anyone. Helps stave off creaky bones in old age.
mark

[jdc]

Originally Posted by Jimbits76

Okay...Day 3 of the no sugar thing and I'm in a rotten mood....sugar cravings are making me miserable...it's only been 3 days!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Last night I treated myself to a bowl of satsuma and sliced kiwi fruit and a big glass of natural 1000% pomegranate juice....nice but not as nice as chocolate and cold coke.

Absolutely crying out for something bad for me to eat but holding off...

Here's my daily plan....(borrowed heavily from Gillian McKeith)

Breakfast...plain yoghurt and a small malt fruit cereal bar (low cal/ low fat). Glass of water and Perhaps glass of juice before cycling.

Mid Morning, handful of unsalted plain nuts and raisins and mug of green tea.

Lunch...Large Bowl of "Sherries" cereal with semi skimmed milk.

Mid afternoon...Mug of green tea and a couple of glasses of water.

Dinner...white meat or fish with brown rice/brown pasta or vegetables. Couple more glasses of water.

Dessert....Pomegrate juice. Sliced fruits, natural yoghurt.

Vitamins...Green Tea supplement, Co Enzyme Q10, Glucusamine Sulphate, Astralagus, St Johns Wort, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, Folic Acid, Zinc.

Exercise...light...6 mile cycle per day (3 miles to work, 3 miles back) 2 1/2 mile walk after work.

I did the same diet plan...no sugars, lo fat and no white refined & light exercise and I dropped about 50 pounds in a year before our wedding...unfortunately I've put it all back on since then.

This year I have a goal....I'm getting back into MTB and I might buy a turbo trainer for those dark, cold wet nights.

The goal is that in two years I am fit enough to easily take part in a competition or charity ride on a shiny new mountain bike!!!!!

Here's hoping!

J

Gillian McKeith isn't she that odd wasp chewing old bore.?











..........sorry my mistake it all now makes sense now

[Jimbits76]

Originally Posted by Carolina

Pssst - you have inspired me to give sugar as well. Today is day 1 for me. In fact, it's only been about 2 hours.

I really love Gillian. Her nutrition ideas are right on. I have not formulated a plan as of yet, but I've been in the habit of eating poorly the past few months, and it's catching up to me. I noticed that my jeans were feeling a little tight yesterday!

Keep it up!! (plus, I find it inspiring...)

I forgot to add kelp on my supplements!!!!!!!!!!!



The pills are a bit of a hassle but they are Gillian's recommendations for metabolic stabilism during the early days of dieting...and they do work

Old Gillian is a bit of a grump but it's common sense really...input less than you expend and cut down on processed or "manufactured" foods.

If it seems it'll be bad for you...it probably is.

J

[Jimbits76]

Originally Posted by jdc

Gillian McKeith isn't she that odd wasp chewing old bore.?











..........sorry my mistake it all now makes sense now

Knock it off you git....I want to sort a GTG out with your family later this year and I couldn't be doing with you poking my love handles as per my present state!!!!!!!!!!



J