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Tizzmoi
Tizzmoi Posts: 2
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Well. Here I go. I am overweight and I hate it. I lead a busy and fufilling life but I I just plain don't eat properly.
I have severe food allergies and this restricts my diet. I am allergic to all dairy, wheat, soy, shell fish and some fruit as well. On top of that I have environmental allergies. I also have several physical injuries which have restricted my ability to walk a lot or exercise. Now, don't get me wrong here.....yes, I broke my lower back in 2001, I smashed my knee cap in 2002 and in 2008 sustained whiplash in a car accident. I also have Fibromyalgia. BUT.... Exercise has NEVER been a strong point with me. I do not like it. Before I busted my knee I had gotten into a 40 min to 1 hr walk every day and I got slim. I loved my walking and listening to tunes along the way. I have an active job working with young children with autism but it's not active enough. And to top it all off I hate eating in the morning and often don't have time for a lunch so supper is big for me and I often snack at night.
So there you have it. But I need to change my habits and lose weight.
Suggestions on food I can eat on the run with my allergies would be most welcome and suggestions on exercise that is safe for this banged up carcass of mine would be great too!

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  • mmreed
    mmreed Posts: 436 Member
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    Hello! Welcome to MFP!

    MFP is a really great resource to keep you focused and connect you with a wealth of fitness resources and like minded folks.


    1. Log your foods every day - don't skip days, or parts of your day. log everything!
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