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| Weight Loss |
I failed miserably |
Jul 22 2009
17:20 (UTC) |
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Well, it seems that coming back here was the first step. looking at my old menu was the second step.
Talking about it will only inspire me to go forward.
I NEED to be here, and see others like me. It's the only way I'll get back on track.. |
| Weight Loss |
I failed miserably |
Jul 22 2009
16:08 (UTC) |
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Part of the problem was leaving this site. Coming here every day, and logging my foods helped me tremendously. I just printed my food history, and I can see it's no accident that I gained so much weight back.
It's so easy to gain, so difficult to lose, and keep it off.
I eat less than most people around me, and that's also part of the problem. I have skinny, big eaters everywhere I look. I look at a cookie, and gain a pound.
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| Foods |
The foods, the weight, the heart |
Jan 13 2009
04:31 (UTC) |
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Original Post by gi-jane:
I'd bring back the red meats, cheese etc. in small amounts, cut back on the cereal and then also get exercising. Eating a healthy, balanced diet with vegetables, fruit, wholegrains, meat/fish etc., is a good thing to do, of course but not in isolation. If you want to permanently keep your weight down & reduce things like blood-pressure, blood cholesterol levels and the other risk factors associated with 'clogged arteries' and heart disease the most effective thing you can do is regular, daily exercise.
Instead of spending the evening idly snacking, attach a pedometer to your waistband and go out for a walk, or ride a bike, or join a dance-class.... anything goes. Good luck
Too cold to walk :-)
I just ordered an indoor trainer for my bicycle. I love to bike ride, and being Winter here in NY, is one reason why I gained back a few pounds, and rediscovered food. |
| Foods |
The foods, the weight, the heart |
Jan 13 2009
04:29 (UTC) |
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Original Post by floggingsully:
High fat/low carb diets have been shown to improve heart health better than low fat/high carb diets.
The easiest way to avoid snacking on junk cereals late at night is to not keep junk cereals in the house.
Wow. High fat? Low carbs? Are you saying that carbs are the culprit?
Does that make Atkins a good diet? That diet scares me.
I lost my weight following the American Herat Association recommended diet for a healthy heart.
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| Foods |
The foods, the weight, the heart |
Jan 13 2009
04:25 (UTC) |
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Original Post by giasbash6260:
I would 100% recommend you quit the cereal. Those cereals are contributing to clogged arteries because they carry tons of sugar which transforms bad fat & cholesterol which does a number on your arteries!
You need to eat egg whites, olive oil, flaxseed oil, macadamia nut oil, whole grain bread (with 3 grams of fiber or more per serving), etc in order to clean out your arteries and feel better and lose weight! Of course vegetables & fruits & fish & lean proteins also help! Honestly though, stop that cereal, it is not helping you at all, plus you lose control of portion sizes so quickly - who knows how much is in a handful!
I needed to hear this from someone, thank you.
When one's emotions are controlled with food, it's so hard to do this alone.
I officially dumped the cereal, and satisfied my sugar craving with an apple. |
| Weight Loss |
Craving chick peas...Are they OK? |
Oct 12 2008
03:34 (UTC) |
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Original Post by clairelaine:
Anthony, you picked one of the World's Healthiest Foods!
Here's the straight scoop about
Chickpeas, plus a short excerpt from The World's Healthiest Foods website - a non profit organization with the mission of promoting healthy eating. A cup of cooked chickpeas provides us with nearly a third of the daily requirement of iron, plus all kinds of benificial minerals.
Health Benefits
Garbanzos (also called chickpeas) are a good source of cholesterol-lowering fiber, as are most other beans. In addition to lowering cholesterol, garbanzos' high fiber content prevents blood sugar levels from rising too rapidly after a meal, making these beans an especially good choice for individuals with diabetes, insulin resistance or hypoglycemia. When combined with whole grains such as rice, garbanzos provide virtually fat-free high quality protein. But this is far from all garbanzos have to offer. Garbanzos are an excellent source of the trace mineral, molybdenum, an integral component of the enzyme sulfite oxidase, which is responsible for detoxifying sulfites. Sulfites are a type of preservative commonly added to prepared foods like delicatessen salads and salad bars. Persons who are sensitive to sulfites in these foods may experience rapid heartbeat, headache or disorientation if sulfites are unwittingly consumed. If you have ever reacted to sulfites, it may be because your molybdenum stores are insufficient to detoxify them.
A Fiber All Star
Check a chart of the fiber content in foods and you'll see legumes leading the pack. Garbanzos, like other beans, are rich in both soluble and insoluble dietary fiber. Soluble fiber forms a gel-like substance in the digestive tract that snares bile (which contains cholesterol)and ferries it out of the body. Research studies have shown that insoluble fiber not only helps to increase stool bulk and prevent constipation, but also helps prevent digestive disorders like irritable bowel syndrome and diverticulosis.
Thanks so much for taking the time.
20 more lbs to go!!! |
| Fitness |
Numbness in hands and dizzy after workout |
Oct 11 2008
11:49 (UTC) |
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This has happened to me numerous times over the years....Until I made the connection to dehydration.
I found that drinking more water BEFORE the workout, and sipping during the workout, put that experience to rest. It never happened again.
Also, another reason for it to happen to you, could be a rapid increase in blood pressure. This would normally happen if you exceed your weight lifting threshold (basically over do it), and don't control your breathing.
Lift light, lift more, breath steady, drink plenty. |
| Weight Loss |
Why is my weight NOT melting off? |
Sep 14 2008
14:32 (UTC) |
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Original Post by trendstudent:
It sounds like you're eating well. Are you still counting your calories? I've been caught up in that before. I thought I was doing everything right but I was over-indulging on the healthy food. It wasn't until I made sure to restrict calories that the weight started to come off.
I'm no expert here but I wonder if also you're getting stronger from the cycling. You could be gaining muscle in your legs and so the scale isn't budging because it's also weighing your muscle-y legs. It couldn't hurt to mix up your workouts with different activities or HIIT training that a lot of people highly recommend.
Congrats on your significant changes! I'm sure you feel a lot better already than the "old you", don't ya?
Thank you.
Yes, I am counting calories on the calorie counter on this website.
I feel terrific.
On a bright note....I had a complete physical this week, and the doctor did comment that I looked "healthy". He also said that my blood pressure is now a normal 120/80 
Sorrry, I'm not a huge help but I wish you the best of luck in your healthy quest.
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| Weight Loss |
Why is my weight NOT melting off? |
Sep 14 2008
14:30 (UTC) |
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Original Post by lalabanana:
Ah, to melt off weight...
Fat-Buster Blowtorch! Melts off the fat like butter! Now new and improved with less third-degree burns!
If only it were simple.
The more mass you carry and the more you exert yourself, the more calories you need. Per this About.com calculator, as a 50 year old, 5'11 male at 216lbs, you have a BMR of 2466 calories a day when sedentary. A healthy maximum deficit is 1000 calories from your BMR, meaning you wouldn't want to go under 1500 calories roughly. And you are clearly not sedentary! As such, your body may have entered what is known as "starvation mode".
This is what happens when you undereat for an extended period of time. Your body clings onto what it can get because it believes it is starving - and that may sound silly to you, but as said: the more mass you carry, and the more you exert yourself, the more calories you need. To help kick your metabolism in the bum, try upping your calories to a maintainance level for two weeks (or longer, depending on how long it takes you to get there) and then lowering it accordingly if required. During this time, stay off your scales! You may see a water fluctuation that would be inaccurate, and is why it is a good idea to stay clear of scales for two weeks during a calorie increase. The water will flush out, particularly if you keep hydrated; believe it or not, water helps get rid of excess water.
We have a thread in Health and Support titled Upping cals to LOSE. This is a group of people upping their calories from low amounts to help them get back on track, whether in maintainance or to then lose weight there after. I am sure anyone there will be happy to support you along in this!
Good luck! If you have any more questions, please ask, including if you want food ideas.
- Ellie. :]
Interesting.
Do I simply eat MORE of the "good stuff"? Or do I do a eat some "junk" along the way?
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