Posts by dkiesser

Original Post by trustwomen:

Original Post by dkiesser:

For me, it does help to pray to God for help and relief. I turn to him when finding my own strength seems impossible. Just because I am a Christian doesn't mean that I don't appreciate my own efforts or that I am weak or blind. It simply means that I believe there is more to life than me.

dkiesser, I also believe that there is more to life than me, but that doesn't mean I believe in a deity. I don't know whether you intended to imply that atheists consider themselves the center of the universe, but that is how it came across. I certainly don't fit that judgment.

And I don't think Christians are weak or blind - and I expect that they will not think that of me, either. Unfortunately, many have judged me in this and other ways because I do not believe in a deity. Make sure that while justifiably defending yourself against the unfair judgments of others, that you do not in turn smear those who believe differently than you. I, as an agnostic atheist, try to make sure to defend myself as needed, but maintain respect for different beliefs.

 Trust--

There never was any intended malice in what I wrote. I respect everyone's decision to choose. I was only making a statement in reference to the OP.

I think part of the problem is that there is a certain religious stereo-typing that occurs when the discussion turns to whether or not there is a God. People often assume that I behave and think in certain ways.

I am a Christian, but what does that mean? It means that I believe there is a God and that he is bigger than me. It also means that I am imperfect, but that is okay. It means that everyday is a new day and that it can be better than yesterday. And when I feel like a failure I have to keep trying because nothing is impossible.

I too have my difficulties with the Christian society. It is a very hypocritical place. There are many people that fail to understand the true heart of God (I am implying that there is one for the sake of discussion, not to offend).

Honestly, I think this whole Athiest/Christian battle is ridiculous. I think that there could be a little more understanding and tolerance on both sides.

For example, many Atheist have fought to take "In God We Trust" off of currency and "One Nation Under God", out of the Pledge of Allegiance, yet some Christians fight this: why? To me it makes no difference in my salvation, so why would it bother me. Mistake me if I am wrong, but weren't these added after the fact. I really don't care if they are there or not. I worship God, not money or the flag.

On the flip side: The banning of Prayer is schools seems a little intolerant. Everyone has a right to think, meditate, or pray as they wish and no one has a right to someone else's intellectual property. I believe that even children have a right choose if and how they believe. (I am not advocating pushing it on those who choose not to.)

 All in all, I think it is too many people fighting...  for what? I agree the condensending behavior needs to end. None of of us are any better than anyone else. We should agree to disagree.

Coffee before a workout can increase overall performance. Coffee after a workout can decrease the time your body takes to recover.

A small meal or snack before a workout can jump start your metabolism and makes sure that you don't become light headed or ill while working out.

Just be careful on intake choices.

Green tea has Epigallocatechin gallate or EGCGwhich is suppose to have thermogenic properties that are suppose to boost the metabolism and increase fat burning. It has nothing to do with the lossof water. However, it is my understanding the bottled green teas do not contain enough of this chemical to actually be helpful in the weight loss process. To get the best benefits from green tea you would need to make fresh tea or obtain supplements.

As for the bloating part, I find that watching my sodium intake resolves this problem completely. I don't see the reason for diuretics.

I heard a term that it was called a "crutch" drug and it makes sense. I felt like I needed it and that I couldn't do the day without it. After I got off of it I fell into a deep depression for 6 months and gained all the weight I lost back plus some and my hair and teeth have not returned to normal health.

But I got over it in a way. I do crave the drug, but will never touch it again. I would rather be healthy than thin, if that makes sense. Looking back, I don't know why I thought I needed it in the first place--I never needed it.

It will take some time for it to work out of your system. I am not sure what the half-life of it is. Look in your life to remove any un-necessary stressors. Be sure to eat healthy (vitamin B has proven to increase energy and mood) and most of all exercise on a regular basis (it helps detox your body and increases energy and mood).

Yes, you can have a food addiction, but it is not to food itself. Food addicts generally crave foods high in fats, salts and/or sugars. There have been several scientific studies on how this works. It has to do with the synthesis of glutamate in our brains. When these foods are removed from our diets our bodies go through withdrawl, much like an alcoholic or drug addict. (This is called the Opponent Process.) Then the person going through the withdrawl will often revert to consuming the fatty, salty, sugary foods because it makes them feel better, even if only for a moment. However, the upside is that the longer a person stays away from those types of foods the less they have and influence on their lives. You can abstain from foods that trigger binge eating.

For me personally, I do a lot of research on the foods I eat and I really get into touch with why I eat them. Sometimes the cravings are overwhelming, but when I eat with purpose I find that it is easier to overcome those urges. I recommend that you hit the library and do some serious scientific research, there is a lot of research on this matter that gets ignored. After all the diet industry is a multi-billion dollar industry.

Original Post by smedwards:

Okay so I decided about 3 weeks ago to start eating better. So now all I eat are healthy food at 6 small meals a day. The first 2 week I went from 208 down to 195 now I am back up to 197.

***This is a huge loss for 2 weeks your body may finding a new set point. A 2lb gain is nominal. (Could you be premenstrual?)

What kind of foods are the best to help lose weight. Right now I eat a lot of fruit and saleds with diffrent veggies on it and I love Healthy Choice soup's. Any one with any Ideas. Or been were I am. What helped? 

***These soups are very high in sodium. You could be retaining excess water.

She doesn't sound so bad. From what you wrote, it sounds like a lonely mother that misses her daughter.

I understand your sitation. I have a similar situation. Do you exercise daily and get enough sleep? How is your diet. These things are so important. Also, do you know what your triggers are?

I don't expect answers. I am just pointing out these are all very important factors for managing your anxiety.

I wish you the best and hope that resolution comes quickly for you.

If you don't care for meds, you can consider Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. If you are dedicated to it, it works wonders.

You can't really take others opinions on meds due to the fact that everyone reacts differently. You would have to take it and judge for yourself.

I was diligent for several months and now I know many items by heart or have a general idea of the caloric intake. Also, I read labels when I go to the store, so I pretty much the size serving and intake before I even buy the product. I come to CC now and then or use my kitchen scale when I feel iffy.

Just to point something out. You had a fight about money and then you over ate, and want to order out, which costs excess money. Are they connected?

***edit-misspellings

So here are a few I run to:

Run/Cut and Move--Day of Fire

Dive/Game on--Disciple

Alive/ Boom--P.O.D.

Move/ Rawkfist/Absolute/New Drug/ Falls Apart--Thousand Foot Krutch

Frontline/Bring Me Down--Pillar

Monster/Hero/Savior/The Las Night--Skillet

Fight Like This--Deycyfer Down

I am an egg fan personally. I have a voracious appetite, and eggs seem to keep me satisfied for a long time. My favorite is an egg white/veggie omelette with salsa. If I eat one in the morning I am usually not very hungry for the rest of the day.

Does your school have a fitness room? They are pretty inexpensive or sometimes free... just a thought. Also, I agree with the jumping rope.

There is a sugar free cookie dough coffee syrup...