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Checkin in and so glad to see late activity in here!! Woohoo!! I've been on Keto 17 months, lost 23 lbs, been doing weight resistance bands and a ball for squats. Also a regular 2 mile walk. Just rejoined the gym today because I need more weight, and more of a social "in person" place. Retired lady, 69 last December. I'm…

I'll go look at it! Thank you so much ;)

That has a paid membership I believe? And to track micros including Bs, do you know if that's in the paid or unpaid app? Thanks much!!

I'm getting myself confused here, first, I meant micronutrients ;) not macros. Ok, so I can create my own foods, know how to do that, and then for example, I take a B-complex, and list it with it's nutri-facts? What I want is to have the Bs (for example) listed in my choices in this list so they show in my diary. Or, have…

I need to track my B Vitamins, and my few, other supplements that aren't an option to track here on mfp. Maybe I am missing something on this site, but I don't see that option.

No, I already know what I need to take, how much, but I need to see if I'm meeting my goals through my foods, and supplements ;)

Please feel welcome to friend me if you like, I am so happy to find this thread and it would be great to get to have others my age, or close to, to support and be supported by!! What a great thread <3

I'm with you gals, I'm 68. It is hard with age-related wear and tear. I was not easy on my body with my eating habits, and drank a lot in my 20s. Dropped that , and the smoking at age 33 but didn't clean up my diet. Thought I ate good, the way I was taught to believe back in the day. Would love to make some friends here as…

Hi Ann, I too struggle with not eating before a workout (and mine aren't even high intensity) My 4 mph is only some days, but I am feeling stronger since I went low carb/keto. I think some videos and articles I've seen misrepresent what Keto is. But I think this is something I can easily handle (nutrition wise) the rest of…

Maybe not a need, but a goal for me to be toned, and the goal to maintain, and build muscle strength. I am thinking to change things up a bit, like back off the higher fats for a day or two, and see what works. And I am noting what you shared because I'm open-minded about what might help me ;)

I'm going to try it, then maybe I can find out if I'm average, but not if I'm above or below, :D I'm joking, but that's interesting and I will look into it ;)

I will start that today, paying closer attention, thank you :) Also, I've been doing my walking after dinner, and I think it will be better if I workout in a "fasted" state, which for me, is before breakfast. I don't do intermittent fasting, just don't eat after dinner, and breakfast is usually 9 - 9:30 which gives me…

Hi Kentucky ;) I have started over a lot of times as well. I'm glad we are here now, that's what counts. I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and it was a huge shock for me. I thought I was healthy for the most part, but eating wrong most of my life, and maybe partly genetic reasons, got my blood sugar too high. Now I tell…

this is from ages ago, but what a great website. I don't know if the person that posted it is still around, but I sure would have thanked them for it, or given it a "like" at the least ;) Helped me today in 2021 ;)

I so love this, been a long time since I heard it <3 Jimmy Stewart might just be my favorite actor of all times, thanks for sharing it ;)

couldn't tolerate the meds, but the good news is I am back on MFP as in "active" that is, lost 12 lbs since Jan. 20, 2021, and numbers are down in the pre-diabetic range. I joined a group here for Diabetics, and they even have a section for T2. I hope to truly be active in supporting others, and letting others know me, as…

I didn't watch the OPs link because I wanted to share something I didn't see in the thread yet, but I do see the last post was in 2018. I didn't start my journey with T2 until Jan. 20, 2021. I jumped into youtube videos, and googled articles, joined a couple forums to learn what I could from those that experience Diabetes,…

I use Fenugreek as well, and I don't know if it has anything to do with my dropping BG because I eat pretty good as well. My numbers are dropping though, and the one I'm taking was affordable for me and I think it's good as it doesn't have any weird site effects like making me shakey. I am like you when it comes to…

I just joined, and find the OP right on about being stuck at home. I do my walking around our apartment complex, I'm in a Senior Apt. so not too many people outside sadly. But I really enjoy the walks on clear (not rainy) days, and I don't get bored going round and round :D I like to cook except when I just feel burned out…

thank you again! I will check it out while I'm checking in today :D

Ok, thank you for all the info. I didn't know we couldn't send a message when requesting a friend, or get a message someone may have written, if I'm understanding correctly. I did look at groups though, and some have so many members but no late posts. I guess not active is what I should say, they appear to not be active…

He's the one I stick with on Youtube, really trust the research, and knowledge. Plus, it's worked for me.

I'm so sorry 2t9nty, I didn't see your reply. I don't get this forum at all. I couldn't delete my stupid answer, I am sorry and appreciate you responding. I think Keto is a good program. I'm looking into it more today. I do so want to go off the Metformin and only been off (after first 2 weeks of it) for 3 days now. I do…

I am doing very well so far with low-carb, and looking more at Keto. I did make Almond Flour Recipe from Keto video on youtube and at first, did not like it. But I kept trying it and now I'm hooked. This a.m. I spent looking at all there is out there for folks like me. I'm very excited because I never baked much, too…

Hello gals, wanted to update you on what kit they got for me through my insurance. It's called the Freedom Freestyle Light. I watched a youtube video so I'll know how to do it. Have to wait til I hear the Pharmacy has the kit. They'll text me. I haven't done very good with my diary, but I am doing great on the walking…

I am really not into the side-effects I'm having and don't think I should take this stuff. I already have acid-reflux, esophageal spasms, and LPR (self-diagnosed anyway) although the latter I am not positive because no docs around here seem to have the vaguest idea what it is ;( I also have what feels like a slightly…

hi again megan! Congrats on your 50 lb loss, and Keto I know nothing about, yet, but I will take a look at your diary. I appreciate the offer so much as I am scraping for ideas on what to eat ;) Denise

Here's a snip of my diary just to get your feedback on whether or not I'm in the ballpark with carbs? I do understand this could change a lot when I am testing, but I can't test til after my appt on Thursday so I have to guess. I went with your macros Rheddmobile, because like I say, I have no number of my own body yet ;)…

Will get back to you after 10:40 doc appt, thank you again, so much, Denise Thank you Megan, wonderful to hear, very encouraging! I will be posting more after doc (phone appt) appt after 10:40 although, taking my dog out showering and a short errand, then afternoon before I get back here, thank you too for posting for me,…

Wow, I certainly appreciate your letter and I am going to copy and keep it. I have a telmed/phone appt Thurs. to discuss meters, diet etc. All I have is a MD, or GPs assistant and on low income I don't have a choice. But, I manage my money very good so I want to pick my own meter. Sticking my finger does not appeal, but…