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| Weight Loss | Pressure to stop dieting | Jun 09 2008 00:32 (UTC) |
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I've dealth w/ the same. Down to father-in-law saying "weight loss, what are you not happy in your marriage?"....yea, then followed up with "do you want to look like a 12 year old boy?" I kid you not. I changed all my friends topics of eating food by changing up calories, diet, etc....I used sodium!!!! My entire family has had problems with high blood pressure and since I am nearing 40..I'm going to focus on that. Sodium get's you out of so many things; hotdogs 650 mgs each, chicken from BK 1200 mgs, 1 package of ketchup from McDonalds' 100mgs, ......use the sodium....I'm not dieting....and how can they argue or nudge you ....redirection......worth a try . I have lost 33 lbs since February. And, my kids are more healthy for it. Plus, my eyes aren't puffy in the morning and my rings fit and aren't on a necklace anymore. I really hope it helps |
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| Motivation | Are you a Success Story?? | Jun 07 2008 04:52 (UTC) |
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I've lost 32 lbs. since Feb.....with stupid rules...my weight doesn't decrease in 2 weeks, so I eat more.......rules of engagement are no longer logical.....I find that I am doing exercises in the shower now days....and making myself get no less than(I was going to say 6, however, I have been more strick lately) 7 hours of sleep.................and just for the record! fiber bars stink! literally!......I'm done with gas for 4 hours that have no value to others..........................laugh at me!
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| Weight Loss | Military Spouses? | Mar 20 2008 01:21 (UTC) |
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all the classes and gyms are only free for families that live near bases.....our commissary is more than 45 mins away......and there isn't anything free for us...we are remote...without even a unit to hang out with other spouses...
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| Weight Loss | Military Spouses? | Mar 20 2008 01:21 (UTC) |
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I'm with you all...Coast Guard wife here.....5 kids, dad stationed 6 hours away and comes home on the weekends for (36 hours). The only thing is I have an 18, 15, 12, 4, and 2 year old....waiting for the senior to graduate so we can move with him. It was a January 2nd rotation. ??? I'm doing I guess "well" with the weight loss...20 lbs in 10 weeks...however, in the past 3 days..I gained 3 lbs back.....cheese and rice... |
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| Pregnancy & Parenting | pregnancy | Mar 17 2008 17:40 (UTC) |
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Unfortunately, age had a lot to do with getting back your 'figure' along with genetics. I was lucky. I had my first 3 in my 20's. First girl, I gained 27 lbs..she was 7 lbs 4 oz. The second, I started smaller and gained 35...he was 8 lbs 5 oz. They were 3 years 3 months apart. The third, I lost 12 lbs during the first 5 months from nothing but throwing up 5 times a day...I finished at gaining 19 lbs for him....he was 7 lbs. 1 oz. Those 2 boys are 2 years 2 months apart. Two weeks after having him, I ran into an acquaintance that I had dinner with 2 weeks before he was born. She didn't know I was preganant (because of sweatshirts mainly). Within 2 weeks of having all of them I was back in the same jeans within 2 to 4 lbs of prepregnancy weight....... Now, here's the other side. My last 2 I had in my mid 30's. The fourth on, another little girl, I gained 34 lbs and she weighed 6 lbs 13 oz. It took me 3 1/2 weeks to fit in the jeans...lucky still. The fifth one!!!Now you definately know I'm crazy right..they are 20 months apart......anyway, I only gained 24 lbs (he came out at 35.1 weeks) weighed 6 lbs 8 oz....Here's the moral of the long story. He just turned 2 1/2. I just put my jeans in the closet on this week. After, a really stricked work out and diet on here....for 10 weeks. And, being older now.....the skin isn't going back either. Never again will a two piece bathing suit be appropriate.....it's grandmother kind now...lol By the way Congratulations......I was lucky with labor as well...my longest was my first 2 hours and 22 mins....It's all not horror stories. No 2 babies are the same and no 2 pregnacies are the same....don't believe all the 3 days in labor stories.
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| Weight Loss | jean size for a man 140-143 pounds ? | Mar 17 2008 00:12 (UTC) |
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My husband is 5"10 and 150....he like's 33's even though he wears a belt to keep them up, he won't wear 32's because he doesn't like the inseam issues. My son is 5"9 and is 138 he wears 28's, but wants 29's that his dad wont let him wear because the style is to have your boxers show....hope it helps....You might have to suck it up and get in a fitting room...lol Different brands also have different cuts.....sorry.;) |
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| The Lounge | Anyone else do this? | Mar 16 2008 22:16 (UTC) |
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Thanks everyone for telling me about refilling them with tap water being dangerous. I went online for a little while and found some disagreeing facts...I'll post what I found. I would love for you to share your links with me. I honestly, let my children drink out of them to so this is a major concern for me.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reuse_of_water_b ottles Reusing water bottles is the practice of refilling and reuse of plastic or glass water bottles designed for one use, with tap water for multiple uses. Reusing single-use bottles is a common domestic practice. Typically the bottle is washed out with warm soapy water after each use. Periodically a bleach solution may be employed to kill bacteria. Washing and re-using bottles cuts down on waste and landfill, and drinking tap water is much less resource-intensive than buying commercially bottled water.
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This article or section uses first-person ("I" or "we") or second-person ("you") inappropriately. The bottom line truth to this rampant rumor is as follows: A student wrote her senior thesis (in 2002) on potential risks from reusing a specific type of plastic bottle made with a particular type of plasticiser called DEHA (in the bottle's production). When the bottle would be frozen or heated, potentially breaking down this plastic, the DEHA COULD leach into the bottle's contents. DEHA is a potential carcinogen. Today's bottles are made using PET, not DEHA. Further, the biggest risk you are warned of is regarding bacteria that may develop in the bottle between uses. You are recommended to wash the interior with warm soapy water and let 100% dry before re-filling. As practically no one employs this method, you have no problem. The American Cancer Society has actually commented on this issue with same opinion as the one you've read. In New Zealand, people were so freaked out that the government officially commented the same. Both of these opinions are readily available on line. Think the water bottlers want to dispel this rumor and encourage you to bottle your own water? [edit] DEHA and Diethylhydroxylamine chain letterIn 2003, a chain email was widely circulated making claims about the leaching of chemicals from plastic bottles from repeated washing, rinsing or heating. The email mentioned the chemical DEHA, which is also known as di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate. The letter was based on media reporting of a student's thesis, which was later found to be inaccurate. Note: PET or PETE refers only to bottles with a "1" plastic recycling code. |
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| Health & Support | Could I be putting my fertility at risk??? | Mar 16 2008 13:12 (UTC) |
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I saw your profile and it says you are 14. I was 14 when I started my period as well. I would say anytime now. As far as not having children, I weighed 103 and am 5'5" when my I got pregnant with my 2nd child....he was the largest 8lbs 5 ounces. Please eat healthy, stay active, ask your doctor some questions when you go for your next check up. He/she will or should have some literature to share with you.....chin up.
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| The Lounge | Anyone else do this? | Mar 16 2008 13:00 (UTC) |
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I reuse water bottles. I watched a tv show on water bottles filling up land fills (and since i refuse to give up the convience). Throw then in the sink with a little bleach, rinse, refill and put right back outside to get cold again (live up north)..... |
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| Weight Loss | Calorie Counting! | Mar 14 2008 17:51 (UTC) |
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I read the back of everything now. A single hotdog has over 600 mgs of sodium...i used to eat 3 at a time.....I usually eat a healthy choice dinner for lunch....they are only 250 - 330 in calories, however anywhere from 550 to 600 mgs of sodium. I always thought I was doing well by eating grilled chicken salads when I took the kids to BK or Mc Donalds....the chicken has over 700 alone and the salad dress (lite, diet) 510 for the plastic packet. As far as suggestions, rinse the canned veggies or Del monte makes no sodium added, I purchase which ever has the least sodium with most everything now, wheat buns I think are Sara Lee...instead of weight watchers snack bars I buy the fiber one bars, I quit using condiments like steak sauce, ketchup....I used diet mayo from kraft (better than helmans), use mustard, red wine vinegar or lemon on salads.....oh yea, I used to buy bagged tysons chicken for the kids. You know running late something quick in the oven. Tyson buffalo chicken strips have 1200 mgs for 2 pieces (NO KIDDING)... It's really working for me. I've lost 24 lbs in 9 weeks......and, I have a cheat day every week. Instead of ordering lobster with steak last Sat night, I had grilled shrimp.....and a really big foster's draft. lol
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| Weight Loss | Calorie Counting! | Mar 13 2008 14:12 (UTC) |
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My first week I paid more attention to my sodium (I did watch calories as well)...I was eating double the amt I should be. I woke in the morning with puffy eyes, my wedding rings were tight....I lowered my sodium under 2000 mg and I lost 7lbs the first week...all in water weight. It was a great boost for the ego. |
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| Pregnancy & Parenting | I am so sleepy WHY? | Mar 11 2008 19:59 (UTC) |
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I'm really not sure....I wish I could help with something more positive other than pregnancy/hormones do crazy stuff to your body. I would say right now, if you need to sleep...maybe just sleep (stop trying to fight it). Try to give it a little more time. I have had 5 babies. Like every child is different, each pregnancy is different....I was still naping until after Aidan (the last one) was one. And! I would get really, really %!?*@# when people would call between 12:30 PM and 2:30 PM. I was really nasty.
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| Motivation | spouse weight comparison | Mar 09 2008 04:08 (UTC) |
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| are you ready for this one......I married a guy 8 1/2 years younger than me, that weighed 165...then, after being married went down to 145 (he was also in grad school)....I was 147...talk about being insecure. I weighed 103 when I married him.........anyway, 5 kids later, 8 weeks with the best aerobics instructer/best friend...I'm 125 and he's 155....(he by the way doesn't ever work out, eats anything and everything he wants, drinks beer....it's rediculously stupid...and definately not even fair...) I look at a brownie and gain 5lbs......now, I find I'm eating prunes on a daily basis for fiber intake......so yea...it's just not right.!!! | |||
| Weight Loss | Daily Sodium Intake | Mar 07 2008 12:29 (UTC) |
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I use the mayo clinic for most information I use....here is what is their recommendations: How much sodium do you need? Various organizations, including the National Academy of Sciences' Institute of Medicine, have published recommendations for daily sodium intake. Most recommend between 1,500 and 2,400 milligrams (mg) a day for healthy adults. A lower sodium intake has a more beneficial effect on blood pressure. If you are older than 50, are black or have a health condition such as high blood pressure, chronic kidney disease or diabetes, you may be more sensitive to the blood pressure raising effects of sodium. As a result, aim for a sodium intake at the low end of the range recommended for healthy adults. Talk to your doctor about the sodium limit that's best for you. |
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| Motivation | Meeting weight goal!! | Mar 04 2008 14:11 (UTC) |
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Thanks......lol...I really needed a pat on the back....
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| New Members | anyone in their 30's need buddies! | Mar 03 2008 02:26 (UTC) |
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| I'm in my 'late 30's'...actually 37 and I could use all the buddies I could get. I have 5 children; 18,15,13,4 and 2....... and a husband that is 8 years younger than I am that lives in DC and I live in PA...only until june when the oldest graduates from highschool. I'm finding weight loss a trial....I'm blessed, just struggling with trying to get into those jeans in the closet I refuse to get rid of.... | |||
| Foods | Frozen dinners for lunch | Mar 03 2008 02:15 (UTC) |
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I eat the healthy choice meals..the chicken broccoli alfredo seems to be the less calorie and my main concern the less 'sodium'....I lost 7 lbs in the first week from taking my sodium level down to half (4000 the first day I logged in..thinking that a grilled chicken salad at bk was good for me close to1500 with the lite dressing...what an insane though). I am working on staying close to 1400 with sodium....high blood pressure runs in the family...I'm only 37, but trying to think ahead of the game...I'm now down 21 pounds in 7 weeks...the thighs actually have a small yet slim amount of light between them....I also have been paying attention to the children's (5 of them) sodium intake...figure there is no time like the present...
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| Weight Loss | loose skin? or fat? | Mar 03 2008 01:34 (UTC) |
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| I wish I had a more positive response.....but here goes, I have had 5 children. Yes! Five naturally born children...I have prayed, begged, and cursed that the extra skin would go away. I'm 5'5" and 126 lbs...37 years old....I'm over it now. This year, I just want to put my knees together and not have my thighs touch....this week was the one. I can see the slightest amount of light. As far as the skin on my tummy, when I put my shoes on there are more than 4 rolls. ???? I'll cross my fingers with you. | |||
| Weight Loss | Can someone explain this please!?! | Mar 01 2008 14:39 (UTC) |
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| I find once a month, my body will fluctuate 3-5 lbs for 3 to 4 days. With out being more descriptive, check your calendar. It might make you feel much better. | |||
| The Lounge | Plane Trip | Feb 28 2008 13:44 (UTC) |
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I just went to New Orleans last weekend. I did take my lap top and it was a life saver. I had a six hour delay/layover in TN and I played online the whole time. Most of the airports I was in had free online service. However, TN did not but I purchased for $7 for 5 hours. Just remember that you have to take it out of the case and put it in it's own plastic container to check threw security. I was only gone for 3 days. I didn't log in once or count a single anything (not even alcoholic drinks)....AND, I weighted the same when I came home. I was so surprised that one bad weekend didn't effect me.... Have a great time....
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| Weight Loss | More fiber in diet but having and adverse effect? | Feb 27 2008 01:10 (UTC) |
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I bought a bunch of dried fruits (prunes, dried apricots, etc.). Plus, I put spinach in everything (spaghetti sauce, chicken fajitas, etc.......really did the trick. I purchased some fiber one bars as snacks and to be as nice as possible, all I got was a belly full of gas. I was concentrating more on no being rude during crunches and aerobics, that I wasn't paying attention to what I was suppose to be squeezing........hope it helps...
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| Maintaining | stuck in a rutt | Feb 26 2008 02:55 (UTC) |
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I have actually lost 19.5 lbs....it's been 5 full weeks. I start counting on Mondays, so I just started week 6. AND, I went to New Orleans for 3 days (Friday to Sunday), I ate things that I would never eat and drank beer...It was my husband's birthday and he was there for a conference. Anyway, the main thing is I came home and refused to weight until Monday morning (I was way to scared to lose the progress). I still was the same this morning...I was so elated, that I cheated for 3 days and kept the same weight. By the way, I did 2 hours of aerobics tonight and was sweating like crazy, maybe I'll see some more tomorrow morning...I only log in my weight on Sundays, but I do check everyday.. Believe it or not, add the calories really did make the biggest change i lost 4 pounds in 5 days (by my schedule it was 2 weeks, but reality it was 5 days)..all by adding 400 calories... I just want to make it threw out of shape aerobics with out sweating. However, the instructer did phone last thursday night and asked what got into me?? Saying how proud of me she was, etc.........It really helped that someone noticed...maybe if I get to 120, I'll think about triathlon with you....doubt it but maybe....sounds painful....I'm on a roll, it could happen...:) |
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| Motivation | Im pathetic | Feb 26 2008 02:44 (UTC) |
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I forgot to say that I am exceptionally odd...i check the scales everyday, but limit adding to the weigh chart until Sundays....
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| Motivation | Im pathetic | Feb 26 2008 02:43 (UTC) |
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I can honestly say my biggest motivation was losing 7 lbs (decreasing the 4000 mg of sodium in one day) in a week. After that, I was hooked. I drank at least 10 bottles of water, gave up caffine, and tried really hard to wake up 1 hour early to do the chores I always put off. I was eating at BK and MCDee's. I thought I was doing really well by eating salads with 'grilled chicken"...the chicken has more than 700 mg of sodium and the little pack of dressing "lite" has 500....all I was doing was packing on water weight...and giving my self high blood pressure. Now, I cheat...but, I check before I do...We actually went out for dinner at outback...I had 1/2 the steak I use to eat all of, order shrimp in stead of lobster to go with it, and had a sweet potato with no extras....a salad with no dressing ( a little honey mustard on the side that I actually ate 3 bites of....cheater)....anyway... I have lost 19.5 lbs in 5 1/2 weeks....with a 3 day trip to New Orleans....and yes, I drank beer and ate things that no one ever should.... By the way, YOU CAN DO THIS.......tomorrow is another day, but TODAY is a good start.....I know you can.....chin up... |
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| Weight Loss | Discouraged! | Feb 21 2008 03:35 (UTC) |
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I totally understand where you are coming from....I have been trying so hard to lose weight and have done a really great job (19 pounds in 6 weeks). I have a husband that comutes to DC during the week and is home on the weekends. I have to ask if he see's a change...it drives me crazy. Then again, he doesn't notice a 4 inch hair cut for at least 3 weeks...Just for a plus, my daughter's birthday party was on Saturday. My aerobics instructure came with her husband (that I see probably every 3 months)....he actually said to her my gosh Amanda has lost quite a bit a weight.... My point....sorry for the long story..people that see you everyday might not notice as much as people that see you less often....find someone you haven't seen in a month...and unfortunately if they don't say something ...ask??? It will still help the ego.... You are really doing a great job....keep it up...and if no one notices ..I do....
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| Health & Support | Can't stand my body! | Feb 21 2008 03:23 (UTC) |
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oh darling.....it seems like today is really a bad day....you are a beautiful person (with a little extra)....please try not to get discouraged. How many calories are you eating a day...and how much exercise are you doing....make sure you count standing for dishes, cleaning the bathrooms, etc.....you really need a big ego burst right now....so, I'll dish it out. You are trying ...that's the first step.try really hard not to get discouraged.... make sure you are eating enought calories so that your body knows you are serious....there is nothing wrong with muscle.....I really believe cardio might be your best effort to get the results you would like right now...
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| Maintaining | stuck in a rutt | Feb 19 2008 15:44 (UTC) |
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| Okay...now you aren't going to believe this. I upped my calories to 1400 like you said. I even ate handfuls of nuts just to make sure I got all the calories in. And, started drinking milk (even though I hate it). I have lost 4 lbs in 2 weeks. Eat more and weight less??? | |||
| Maintaining | stuck in a rutt | Feb 17 2008 03:16 (UTC) |
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I'm 5'5"...I started at 147...as far as caloric intake I haven't been meeting my computer generated goal..I really would like to be close to highschool weight for my 20th reunion (trying really hard not to exceed 1000 and doing 6 hours of aerobics with 5 kids and a husband that is 6 hours away) .my sodium was over 4000 mg a day...I lost 7 lbs the first week focusing on the sodium intake....I've lost the other 10 in the 4 weeks after....so, I'm on track for the 2-3 pounds a week...the problem was for 9 days I didn't lose anything....I was eating out at burger king and mc donalds at least 3 days a week for the children's play dates in the snow.....now, I go next door and grab a subway while they (who are labeled 'failure to thrive' even though they eat every 2 hour) eat not great food per dr.'s orders....4 year old today female 29 3/4 lbs...2 1/2 boy 23 1/2 pound...dad is 5'10" and is 150....i wish I could be that skinny I started out weighing more than I did when I gave birth.......I think I was just sad and alone..
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| Maintaining | stuck in a rutt | Feb 17 2008 02:34 (UTC) |
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| You are an aweful tease :) ...trying to gain weight...I would give anything to eat anything I wanted and not gain weight....good for you. I really just want to be 120 again. I'm 130 and it's killing me..you might want to consider mixing Carnation instant breakfast in anthing you can...cereal, milkshakes, etc....powdered milk is cheaper and just as efficient....you can't taste the difference and it's a sure extra boost of good calories and way less expensive than protein powders...you can even mix them in mac and cheese and mashed potatoes... | |||
| Maintaining | stuck in a rutt | Feb 16 2008 13:44 (UTC) |
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You 2 a brilliant.....I was at a stand still for 9 days...I upped my calories by 200 and this morning...!!!! 2 more pounds... Thanks you so much...so for the 5 weeks.....17 lbs....only 5 more to go for my goal..yea. |
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