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I have been using an app called BookBuddy to keep track of my physical books as I kept buying books I had read years ago. I'd get about 20 pages in and realize I had already read the book. I was able to scan the barcodes and import all the information in. The Goodreads account can be a backup and will also help with all my…

How did I not know this site existed? Once I get all my books added it might be interesting to see what it recommends. https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/128762137-kevin-brown

I actually prefer the Chattahoochee river trails at Paces Mill area or the Palisades area. Its a nice walk along the river especially if I take the dogs with me.

I'm not in Woodstock but close in the Smyrna/Vinings area.

Metallica and Justice for All or Mater of Puppets most of the time. Sometime I mix it up with SirusXM Octane or liquid metal channels.

The most important question is are you a smooth or chunky peanut butter person? You can't be both, no one ever is.

Log everything and stay consistent. If you have a bad day, move on a get back to it the next day. Don't let it snowball in to weeks! Your weight will fluctuate and it is normal, just keep an eye on the trend. Drink plenty of water and try to add more activity to your day. I'm by no means an expert but this has worked for…

If it is the iron in the multivitamin, try taking a men's formula. They typically don't have the added iron.

Many county health clinics offer access to registered dietician and are either no cost or based on a sliding scale factoring in income.

I have IBS and have found that carbs are not the problem, it is the type of carb. Grains, especially highly refined bread products set it off. I'm good with small amounts of rice and starchy foods like potatoes don't bother me at all. I also found certain oils cause it to flare up so I stay with Olive oil, butter or…

I have IBS and it has become very controlled with diet. I don't exactly do KETO but a form of Paleo that works out to be low carb. I find the biggest irritants to my IBS are processed grains and certain types of oils. I can tolerate small amounts of rice and legumes but find I fell better if I mostly avoid them.

Try some knee strengthening exercises.https://webmd.com/pain-management/knee-pain/injury-knee-pain-16/slideshow-knee-exercises

Saw the doctor today and he said to monitor my BP at home for 2 weeks. If it stays in the normal range, I can come off of both medications!

The free and easily able to track calories is a great pro. I also find the extra support and motivation from friends here helps to keep me going.

Biking is a good exercise when your knees are painful.

Ribeye caps sometimes also know as Spinalis. Hands down the most flavorful steak. Check your local Costco as many of them carry this cut.

You can do it! Start by logging everything you eat and see how many calories you are taking in. Once you know that, you can find small ways to decrease the amount and you will be on your way to losing weight. Throw in some extra walking when you can to help even further. Start slow and build up as you start to see a little…

Butterfly the chicken and put half a jalepeno stuffed with creamcheese in it. season both side with a grilling rub and roll the chicken back up. Tie it together or use toothpicks. Grill the stuffed chicken breast. I like to wrap with bacon first.

With bad knees the extra weight makes it hard to exercise. I'm just now getting to the point where going for long walks or hitting the gym doesn't hurt. If exercise is causing knee pain, focus on your diet and try it again after 10-20 pounds lighter.

I want to move back down to an overweight BMI before my birthday in late May. 22 pounds to get there so a little over 1.5 pounds a week.

Pork rinds, greek yogurt, the flavored starkist tuna pouches are a few of the low carb snacks I have when hungry.

Stay away from fried foods and try to find something roasted or grilled. You can get anything you want, just watch the portion size. As for Starbucks, you talking food, drink or both?

Chicken breasts, a jar of good salsa and a packet of taco seasoning. Cook on high for 15 minutes and let the pressure release naturally. Add cheese, cilantro, onions, etc as toppings and eat as a taco or shell free as I do.

Try slicing the chicken into thin slices or small chunks. You can then microwave it for 45 seconds and it will be warm but not dried out.

I've been using the Kirkland brand (costco) protein bars. they are 21 grams of protein and 190 calories and don't taste bad at all.

I was diagnosed with IBS back when they still called it spastic colon. I suffered through it for years but in the last couple of years have figured out what works for me. I eat very little grains and try to stay completely away from highly refined carbs. I've also discovered that certain types of oils will set it off. I'm…

Yellowbird Jalapeno condiment for a mild heat. Actually all their sauces are excellent.

I read most evenings. Last: The Darkling Child by Terry Brooks Current: The Omen machine by Terry Goodkind Next: Heritage of Cyador by L.E. Modesitt

Boneless skinless chicken breasts, a pack of taco seasoning, and a jar of good salsa, Shred the chicken when done. I eat it without a taco shell with fresh cilantro, avocado, diced onion and sometimes cotija cheese and sliced radish. Everyone else can make regular tacos

Atlanta area here. I'm just getting started again after a few months off.