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You may want to schedule a visit with your GP and get some blood work done. In my experience after being put on a medication that killed my appetite I was losing my hair at a rapid rate (lost 30+ pounds in a month and my heaviest weight was 155). When I stopped the medication and was able to eat again it took about four…

I think this article is potentially harmful as the author obviously has disordered thinking regarding body image and food, and is attempting to convey a message based on that disordered thinking. While the underlying message of accepting one's self is great, her methodology for deriving that conclusion is harmful imo.…

That's not playing it safe, that's actually increasing your margin of error as many of those foods absorb water, and not every individual piece is going to absorb water evenly so if you try weighing it cooked you can't determine the weight from water versus the weight from the food item to determine calories. Weigh it dry…

I count them - they do have calories and I also like to track my micronutient levels. While fruits and veggies are general regarded as low calorie, it is totally possible to go over calorie budgets by consuming too many.

I had to get them due to a deficiency for a while and while they did give me energy and help me function they did nothing for weight loss. They essentially allowed me to get out of bed in the morning and lead a somewhat productive life. If you're not deficient, I wouldn't recommend getting them. if you are interested in…

While tailoring is a great idea, I've found that I've also had luck with Banana Republic and Ann Tailor for ready-to-wear trousers with smaller waists. I just ordered some trousers from Brooks Brothers so I"m really hoping they fit without alterations. I've had luck with the two brands I mentioned as I have encountered…

He sounds toxic - I think you're better off without him. I would just cut all communication with him regardless of what sweet things he may say to try to win you back. Him being hurt in the past is not something you can change or compensate for. You are not responsible for his happiness, and he is not treating you as a…

Excellent point and so very true. If you're carrying the bulk of your weight in your core or it's pretty evenly distributed people may legitimately not be able to tell. I have a girlfriend whose weight goes straight to her hips so small fluctuations in her weight are obvious where as when I lost 40 pounds few people…

Not necessarily - since I've lost my weight and am down to 113lbs people, including my doctor, say I look like I'm underweight and guess around 100lbs. I think my muscle mass brings the number up so I fall within the healthy range. I don't think they're being polite, and the way some people say it they are outright rude. I…

I haven't read the whole thread but did see it referenced that UK diet is using the original recipie - you should be able to order it online. Not convenient, but still obtainable. There are some snacks from the 80's that I adore that have been discontinued in the states that I will order periodically. Of course in the end…

OP - this is normal when you dramatically change your diet and drastically increase your consumption of raw fruits and veggies. Decreasing fat will also contribute. Taking fiber is not going to help you, as you are getting more than you are probably used to which is part of the issue. If you add fiber like Metamucil, you…

I'm not vegan, though I primarily eat vegetarian, raw vegetarian at that but I make exceptions for bacon once a month. Not certain of the quantities you consume, but a lot of raw produce for consecutive days cause me to bloat sometimes. When that happens I try cooking it some as I think that helps the digestive track some,…

Lol, you're not going to live on 1000 calories a day for the rest of your life, right. I'm going off of physics when saying you will gain the weight back, assuming you stay on Topamax long enough to lose enough weight to be in the healthy range. If that offends you, good luck navigating life as you have much larger issues…

I'll spare you my horror story that started with 35+ pound loss the first month, much of it was muscle. Not sure why you made this post if you don't want honest answers...sticking your head in the sand doesn't change the reality of the situation. Sorry few meds work for you, hopefully you find a better medication in the…

OP - I am not familiar with juice plus so forgive my ignorance. My husband and I juice every weekday morning before work (kale, carrots, beets, apples, pineapple) as a suppliment to nutrition. We've been doing it for a couple of years and I can't believe how our blood work had improved. This has nothing to do with…

It's only a couple of days - no biggie. I just had surgery on both feet Friday, had four bones removed and pins inserted, needless to say I'm not up and about. I absolutely ate some candy and cake as I was in pain and wanted some comfort. I've been averaging maybe 200 steps for each day this weekend, and my calories have…

@WBB55 - I tried to pm you but the app doesn't let me. Your post is AWSOME! Thx for sharing. I'm a math geek so now I have some number to crunch lol.

I have found if you buy whole foods like produce, nuts, some dairy, and meat it's not more expensive than other processed groceries. Of course it's more time consuming with prep and cooking, but I think the end result tastes better and is more gratifying. I try to hit sales - Whole Foods will do organic mangoes 10/$10 and…

What you're doing is very dangerous and is setting you up for health problems and also failure, as it's not sustainable and you will eventually revert back to old ways. You should be eating at least 1200 calories a day, but much more if you are excersizing. Try to eat 50% of your excersize calories back. If you continue…

Nothing wrong with that. I keep a few Amy's enchiladas and a few of their bean burritos in the freezer for days when I get home late. Quick and easy and kind of a treat to not have to cook.

Log the stuff you like - sugar in coffee, fresh peanut butter. Plan for it and work your other calories around it. I frequently save calories during the day for a sliced banana covered in 2 tablespoons of peanut butter. Previously, I was on a chocolate cheesecake run (400 calories) and would have a slice every night for…

I have broad shoulders for my height - always have, even when I weighed 100 pounds. I can't do anything to make he bones shorter lol. Even if you get rid of the fat you'll probably find that they're wider than you'd prefer. I think you should find clothes, including your wedding dress, that flatter your form as you…

It's not difficult to calculate the calories if you measure the juice each item produces as you go. I juice into a measuring cup and can calculate the quantities as I go.

I juice every weekday morning to suppliment my nutrients and I feel that it has greatly improve the health of my family and I. It's not an meal replacement or for weightloss, just added insurance that we are getting adequate nutrients in our diet. If you find that you like it and it's something you are going to incorporate…

I took a much lower paying job to get out from behind a desk. I'm on my feet moving around at least half the day. I went from software developer to print production, and have to say I love the activity and feel so much healthier and enjoy that it's not a stressful position, but don't like the pay. Outside of the medical…

That's great news! I've been concerned about you. I hope you start feeling better.

That's huge! Congratulations!!!

It's different for alcoholics. Some people can't have a few drinks and stop, it spirals out of control. The last thing an alcoholic needs to hear is permission to go have a few drinks when they're feeling weak. I was able to get sober for a few years and then went through a hard time. Friends who didn't know I had an…

You can get through this. These negative feelings are temporary, and if you give in and binge on alcohol you will be dealing with even more pain. Right now you hurt because of the breakup, but if you drink you will have to deal with the guilt of slipping up and will be dissappointed in yourself as well. If you drink over…

Download the app Favado. They update their price/sale inventory Sunday's. They have the item list along with any available coupons and app rebates. Several items work out to be free, but you can query stores or a specific item or category of items and it will tell you the sale price, or if you wish to display it the price…