some ch-ch-ch-changes

(Hi-O from Oregon!)Turns out my scale is wonky. True story. It goes something like this:Friday: 187lbsSaturday: 186lbsSunday: 185lbsMonday: 184lbsTuesday: 184lbsWednesday: 183lbs (but then 20 seconds later it was 184lbs, then 183lbs, then… wait for it… 185lbs)Not really sure what to think, but today on my parents’ scale I was 183, so I’m guessing our scale isn’t that far off.4lbs in a week, y’all. Pretty cool, eh? First week loss can be exciting, but not necessarily the norm for the rest of the time on the plan. Just in case, I have added back in some more calories so that I don’t drop weight too quickly. We want to make sure that my body still has what it needs to nurse OBrother.Let’s talk about the other ch-ch-ch-changes I’ve gone through!I am down to 1600-1800 calories a day (keep in mind that I’m burning calories nursing). I have no idea how many I was eating before, but I can tell you that I have not been hungry at all on this plan. I also know that when I have had the munchies, I have simply been making better choices.Some pictures of my meal choices lately:{olive oil, chicken breast, mushrooms, grape tomatoes, spinach, and a Swanson’s vegetable flavor boost packet}{spinach salad with green bell pepper, grape tomatoes, scallions, almonds, and low fat balsamic vinaigrette}(I clearly had spinach and grape tomatoes that I needed to use up before going out of town.)I am thankful that the Medifast meals have kept me full and I can tell that the gradual consumption of my calories spread out over 6 meals a day removes the urge to stuff myself in a single sitting. Other than travel yesterday, I have not felt the desire (or ability, even) to eat an over-sized portion of food.I’d call that a step in the right direction.I have also had great amounts of energy, have increased my water intake to 80oz a day (which is really important because I’m breastfeeding), and have been choosing bananas or clementine oranges when I crave a sweet snack. Those are all great ch-ch-ch-changes from how I was before deciding to do the Medifast plan.So the meals. How are they?Good. Really, I mean that. I have found 2 meals that I’ve not been a fan of – the chocolate shake and the vanilla pudding – but I was recently talking to another Medifaster who blends her chocolate shake with ice and adds some instant coffee to make herself a ‘medifrapiccino’. Hi, that’s genius. I plan on trying that when I get home. My favorites so far have been the Peanut Butter Crunch bar (OBoy was down right offended that I didn’t share mine with him when he saw me eating it), the parmesan cheese puffs, the banana pudding, and the tomato soup.On this trip I have packed a lot of the bars and ‘snacks’ (cheese puffs, pretzel bites, etc.) to be able to eat on the run (and all of them are delicious). I have been able to follow the plan with minimal effort, even while in an airport or on a plane for 7hrs straight yesterday.Color me impressed.:: :: :: Let’s chat. :: :: ::What simple changes have you made to feel healthier?:: :: :: :: :: ::Want to join me this year on Medifast? If you use the coupon code, OFAMILY56, and sign up for Medifast Advantage, when you order $250+, you’ll receive 56 free Medifast Meals and free shipping! (More details below.)Disclosure: I receive free product in order to evaluate and comment on my experiences on the Medifast Nursing Mothers Program. Medifast products and the Medifast Program are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or illness. Any medical improvements noted while on the program are related to weight loss in general, and not to Medifast products or programs.Coupon code details: For your first order of $250+, use my code, and enroll in Medifast Advantage to receive 28 free meals. Do the same on your next order and you’ll receive ANOTHER 28 free meals! This offer is only valid if you enroll in Medifast Advantage, and it’s limited to one per customer. It’s not valid with prior purchases, any other promotions or discounts, or for Medifast Ready-to-Drink Shakes. Check out Medifast’s website  for complete details on program and discounts.