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100 grams is about 3.5 ounces. Roughly equal to the weight of a small glass of water or one good bathroom trip. Really, OP, this level of worry over a tiny and very normal weight fluctuation is beyond excessive. And I say that as someone who has quite a lot of experience in being excessive about scale fluctuations.
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I was on Lexapro twice, each time for about a year. It didn't make me gain any weight either time. It didn't have any affect at all on my appetite or weight as far as I could tell.
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I think it's a good idea for anyone on a restricted calorie diet to take a multi-vitamin. It's one o those can't hurt, might help things. When restricting calories in order to lose weight it can be very difficult to get everything one needs even when eating very well.
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I've lost 25+ pounds (have been in maintenance for several months) and drink four large cups of coffee almost every day, each with two tablespoons of half and half or whole milk and two packs of Splenda. I think coffee has been a huge aid in weight loss for me, as a cup (even with half and half or milk) is relatively low…
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Yes. I've had mine for over a year and it seems to be quite accurate.
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I haven't found age to be a problem. I lost a LOT of weight when I was 25. That was incredibly hard. I lost about half that much a year ago (when I was 52) and found it to be much easier. I think the differences are that my appetite is less now and that I have more time to focus on myself than I did then, and in general my…
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A normal resting heart rate is 60 to 100 beats per minute. So there's a very wide range of normal/healthy. Do keep in mind that there are quite a few medical issues that can affect resting heart rate, so I wouldn't automatically assume one that's on the low end of normal is purely due to good health. Mine runs low. I am…
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The only reason I gained weight is because of a doctor's incompetence. Instead of thoroughly checking my thyroid as I requested he insisted my fatigue, weight gain despite a low calorie intake and quite a few other glaring symptoms were due to (1) my age/menopause, (2) anxiety and/or (3) that I obviously didn't know enough…
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I'm 53 and have lost about 25 pounds in the last year (since I was diagnosed). Once my levels were in a good range I had little problem losing (no more than normal) I lost the weight the tried-and-true, old fashioned way -- by weighing everything I ate and logging all my calories.
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I agree. There is nothing to be gained by being some kind of diet martyr. Starvation diets don't impress anyone here. If you want to lose weight successfully and keep it off you need to take the long view. Starving yourself is a short term, no win situation. It will not work. In a few days (maybe less) you'll be so hungry…
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I would assume it's the hypothyroidism. Needing naps to make it through the day (when that's not normal for you) or any kind of unusual tiredness or sleepiness are all primary symptoms of hypothyroidism. Thyroid hormones are what give your body it's "oomph" or "get up and go." When they get low most people will be much…
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I think you missed the "much" in the OP.
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I think fluid retention is the cause of a lot of hypothyrodism related "weight" gain. One reason I knew something had to be wrong before I was diagnosed was that I had gotten very squishy, especially around my abdomen. It was unlike any true weight (fat) gain I'd ever had before, and unlike normal fluid retention. And once…
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Thyroid problems can affect people differently. But in general I would say no, it wouldn't cause that large of a weight gain that quickly. I've suspected for the past six or eight weeks that my thyroid has gone wacky again and I need a medication adjustment. The scale has gone up 1.5 - 2 pounds and stayed there when my…
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I'm 4'10" on a good day, 53 yo and hypothyroid. When my thyroid is behaving (right now I think it is not--doc appointment next week) I maintain on about 1650 calories a day and so can lose at a satisfactory rate on 1200-1400 calories a day. I agree with the others that you probably shouldn't be trying for a 2 pound per…
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I was diagnosed at the end of last June. It took about six weeks for the medication to kick in so that I was able to start losing weight. I lost 25 pounds relatively easily and have been maintaining for several months now. Good luck!
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Sadly, I've never had any success losing weight w/o some level of real, true hunger. I expect it. I don't see how one can maintain the calorie deficit needed to lose weight w/o some hunger. Otherwise I would question if it was a true deficit. Only you can figure out the best way to handle it for you. What works for someone…
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I suspect the number you're looking at (1200) is your total daily energy expenditure (TDEE) -- it's the total number of calories that Fitbit estimates you've burned so far today, including your BMR and any exercise/movement you've done.
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I prefer to be just right -- neither hungry nor full. But if I have to choose I'd rather be just a bit hungry than a bit too full. If I go to bed on a full tummy I feel absolutely horrible when I get up. If I go to bed a bit hungry I feel fine when I wake up.
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It would be very informative if everyone posting would list their age. It's really, really easy in your 30s or even early to mid 40s to think aging isn't an issue. I think for many people it's wishful thinking (if I say it's not an issue then it won't be for me when I get there!). I stick by my earlier assertion that age…
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I think age absolutely matters. I didn't start telling much of an effect until I reached my late 40's. Activity level and muscle mass matter too, of course. The problem is that as you age and your body naturally develops some aches and pains and stiffness it can become harder to motivate yourself to exercise or just move…
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My (maintenance) weight has gone up a pound or two and stayed there for over a month and I'm pretty sure it's due to the heat and humidity. Our temperature has been well above 90 for most of that time. And the humidity has been high, too. Heat indexes are averaging 95 to 100+ most days. All the drinking in the world…
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Unless you have an underlying health issue or lack the sensation of thirst there is absolutely no reason (or scientific evidence) to force yourself to consume fluids of any sort. The overwhelming majority of people really can trust their own body to tell them how much they need to drink. I think people who force themselves…
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Yes, it's possible. If you're on medication, take it as directed and it's keeping all your numbers in a good range (for you) then you should be able to lose as easily as a normal person. The trick can be keeping your numbers in a good range, though -- they can fluctuate, so you need to keep up with doctor appointments and…
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Does she drink other things besides water -- juice, coffee, tea, soft drinks? How many veggies and fruits does she consume? It's often stated as a fact on here that one needs to guzzle huge amounts of plain water per day for optimal health (and weight loss) but that "fact" is quite false, with very little to no scientific…
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Sheer guess, but I'd say at the most you probably lost around a pound. The rest is almost certainly due to dehydration and having your system completely empty. It will almost certainly be "regained" once you're adequately rehydrated and start eating again.
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Yes. The combo of heat and humidity makes me retain fluid regardless of how much I drink. Staying well hydrated helps to minimize it, but it doesn't prevent it completely.
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I've had a Charge HR for eleven months now and I've found it to be extremely accurate. But there are a lot of factors involved -- how correctly you wear it, how accurate your settings are and probably what kind of exercise you do. Most of mine is step based.
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You need to drink enough liquid (not necessarily plain water) to stay well hydrated. You'll be able to tell by your urine if you're adequately hydrated (it will be relatively clear or very pale yellow). Beyond that -- no, forcing yourself to drink more does nothing. And other than possibly adding some extra calories and…