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  • This is rough. I have IBD and just had surgery in November for an abscess and a perforation. I am still recovering and have a very long and sore incision. I also had a seroma and ended up wearing a wound pump for a month. My movement is limited and I need to be on a low residue diet (read high carb low fiber). The…
    in Crohns and your fitness journey Comment by Qu1ckerMe February 2016
  • Hi. This is my first visit to this group. I have IBD (Crohn's Disease or Ulcerative Colitis. I had surgery in November (like Glenn Frey of the Eagles about the same time as he did) My doctors want me on low residue and my stomach almost demands it. Loosing weight can be difficult when you have to live on carbs. My weight…
    in Please Introduce Yourself... Comment by Qu1ckerMe February 2016
  • I am on MFP to lose weight but I have been in your position. I think it is easier to lose weight than to gain. At 5'8" a healthy "norm" for me was between 128 and 135. I find that my mental state greatly effects my weight. I do not usually try to gain or loose but find it is an indicator of health. When stressed I would…
    in I'm just a skinny girl trying to get thick... Comment by Qu1ckerMe February 2016
  • basically I find 3500=1 lb to be correct. If one truly stays correct with the calories. I am wondering if a runners body has learned somehow to reserve the calories for energy.
    in You Need to Burn 7,000 Calories to Lose a Pound, Not 3,500 Comment by Qu1ckerMe February 2016
  • Definitely ready. I have IBD and recently had a partial colectomy or bowel resectioning. I have to have a low residue diet and maintain it and I was worried about gaining weight on such carb filled food. my activity is low for the same reason. I was shocked when I lost so much weight the very first day. I eat many times a…
    in Newbie ... hello Comment by Qu1ckerMe February 2016
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