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Trying to be. Coming out of hiatus.

The only problem with that is it's summer in parts of Asia and they aren't seeing this die off. My cousin is an immunologist and that frightens her.

@steveyaworski I suffer from Chronic Lyme Disease. I've been treating with Disulfuram now for a month and it appears to be working well. As for exercise, I try to walk 30 mins a day for now. I lost 115 lbs a few years ago and gained half back after a car accident in which I was rear ended. The lyme bacteria ate through my…

@drewdeabenderfer2009 - I'm totally feeling you. I was in a car accident in 2017 which stopped my running full tilt. Was working back to it when I was diagnosed with chronic lyme disease and found out the bacteria was eating my achillies tendon causing achillies tendonosis. A lot of inflammation on the sides of my ankle…

I've moved onto the Polar Vantage M. Upgraded from the V800 Triathalon watch.

As for Thyroid, there are a panel of tests the typical docs do not test or use but you can inquire into those: TSH Free T4 Free T3 Reverse T3 Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies Thyroglobulin Antibodies

I ran Wineglass a few years ago. Was perhaps the coldest race they've ever had. So cold the water cups froze and the GU gel blocks turned solid. I almost broke a tooth!

I just eat mine on it's own and don't add pasta with it. It's filling on it's own.

Hi Angela. I'm also another Angela, also have fibro and also was in a car accident last year. I'm a bit bigger than you, weighing in at around 228lbs at 5'6 1/2".. would be happy to cheer you on!

I use Aldi's Protein Power called Elevation. It comes in chocolate and vanilla and is only $13.99 as compared to the higher prices most places charge ($22 and up). I only use a half scoop though and also add in a scoop of organic greens for more vitamins and also use sugar free almond milk and frozen fruits.

I've got Broad Street 10 miler in May. Up to 5 miles long distance. To think, 2 years ago a 5 miler would be a typical weekday run. Sucks to have to start back at square one. Thanks car accident!

Yep. Always eat at least up to my allowed 1710 every day. I learned that the hard way the first time around.

Not sure what you mean by "this." It's only got 3 grams of sugar and I used the same exact powder 5 years ago when I lost 115 lbs. That shake makes my up my breakfast and is packed with veggies and fruits. So that isn't the reason for not being able to budge the scale. On a NSV, I just bought a size smaller pants and dress…

I don't eat processed foods except for a whey protein shake which I used when I lost my first 115 lbs. Everything I eat is whole fruits, veggies and lean meats.

Here's the funny thing -- after a long run, I am not hungry. Not at all. I actually feel sick to my stomach. It's actually the next day that I'm ravenous. So I get that researchers input. I do a mixture -- running, spinning, swimming, arms and back, abs and legs. I try to mix it up so that my body doesn't get used to ONE…

OMG @mom23mangos --- if I cut any more, I'm going to go insane. Working out so much and burning roughly 600-800 calories a session, I'm ravenous and starving. I start getting massive migraines and am miserable. I found if I cut TOO much, I go into starvation mode and don't lose. If I eat MORE, I then tend to lose.

Disney offers a ton of healthy options, especially in Epcot. You only live once though and you've saved up for this trip so go, enjoy it---life is short. Eat the Mickey Waffles!

I'm also in Montco, close to KOP. Feel free to add me as well!

Just outside of King of Prussia, PA here!

Not sure who told you that, but the elliptical is definitely a good workout. It also places less stress on your knees. Also, stationary bike is a good alternative.

My second time around getting this weight off. The first time, I lost 115 lbs and was running marathons after being diagnosed with Fibromyalgia. In Feb, I was involved in a car accident and gained 55 lbs back. I was cleared to exercise a month ago so the week before Thanksgiving, I joined the community center, got myself…