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So, the himalayan sea salt has arrived. I have actively tried to incorporate it into my diet, both by using it instead of table salt (which, I am finding, I really do not use very much at all), and adding the pink stuff to foods I normally wouldn’t dream of salting. For instance, a small sprinkle in my water bottle, and even on peanutbutter toast.

Still no weight loss.

Again, I know I don’t eat like a person “on a diet.” It’s not who I am and no amount of body-pride is worth (to me) the effort of counting calories, etc. I am a busy woman (work in a mentally challenging profession, mother of three small children, plus 4 days per week of yoga). But I DO make an effort to eat lots of fruits and veggies, and minimal amounts of junk food. I don’t drink soda, I don’t eat packaged cookies or chips. Any sandwich bread is whole wheat, 4g of fiber per slice, no HFCS. But, for example, I don’t hesitate to eat a big helping of homemade roasted potatoes with olive oil (and now sea salt). I can’t tell you the last time I had a hamburger, french fries, donut or any fast food. And, regardless of what I’m eating, I think it is a safe estimate that I have dropped my calorie intake by at least 10-25% since I started my yoga journey, and I just don’t get why the weight isn’t budging.

I am seeing some subtle differences in my body shape, but not enough to make my clothes fit differently. My calves seem smaller (but thighs, backside, and belly all seem the same). My upper arms are about the same size, but have gone from squishy to muscle-y. But still; last night was my 45th Bikram class since I started on January 6. 67.5 hours of active participation in the hot room, and no weight loss? No clothing size change? It seems unfathomable.

I had an appointment with my gyne a few weeks ago. He ordered labs, but wants me to have them drawn at a specific point in my cycle, so I haven’t had them done yet. CBC, CMP, LH, TSH, FSH, vitamin D. I had all these things done last year, and everything was normal.

Other possible clues, or odd things I have noticed about myself: my sweat during class REEKS of ammonia. Terribly strong. Which I’ve read can be a result of high protein and low carb diet. That is NOT me. I’m not a big believer in all the protein that a lot of people seem to think is necessary, and again: wheat bread ( a slice or two for breakfast), potatoes (just had a dish of roasted potatoes for lunch. I make no effort to specifically limit carbs.

Lots of medical info in here, and certainly not looking to an online forum for a diagnosis. 😉 I am following up with my doc for this…. Just curious if all of these pieces start to form any sort of coherent picture in anyone’s mind. I would appreciate anyone’s thoughts on this.

Thanks!

I just ordered two pounds of himalayan sea salt. Should arrive next week. I’ll update after I’ve tried it for a few days.

Thank you so much for taking the time, and for all your quick responses!

I generally drink about 100oz of water per day, throughout the day. I have a 32 ounce bottle and i usually drink 3 of those plus an additional glass or two. This is since starting yoga in January. Before that my water intake was pretty shameful. I do drink during class, but not much- maybe 15 or so ounces. I find there’s either not time or else I feel gross when I drink too much during class. I guess I never paid attention but I think I probably don’t drink much during meals.

No electrolyte supplements. (is that bad?)

Shaking… Depends on the day. Sometimes during awkward (particularly second part), triangle, standing separate head to knee, and it seems like more but I can’t think of others right now. What do you think?