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I checked three different sites online for what a woman my age (in 50s), with my frame and height (5'4.5") should weigh. I then averaged those ranges together, and went straight for the middle of a healthy BMI (between 18.5 and 24.9). That number was 129. Originally, I told myself I'd be very content to just get below 140…
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I was able to maintain while on a cruise. Actually, having all that delicious food AND having it prepared is what helped me. I simply made sure to choose fruit and/or veggies at every meal and then balanced out with protein and a few grains. I allowed myself a dessert daily. I swam in the ship's pools or at beaches…
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It's not whether or not you take calcium, but are you absorbing it? Magnesium and Vit D (as pointed out above) is also helpful for calcium absorption. Also, I'm starting to see more and more recommendations suggesting Vit K2 is critical to ensure that calcium goes to your bones and not to your arteries. Hope the doctor…
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Thanks for the welcomes! :smile:
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Seconding that.
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Twice a day -- first thing in the morning, and last thing at night. (The night weigh-in gives me a clue about what to expect int he morning).
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...reading a book.
