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I'm a single mom of three. Looking to break free of emotional/junk/binge eating and eat for health. Feel free to friend me!

I feel your struggle! Don't have the answer but know you're not alone! I am a single mom of a 7, 6, and 3 year old. It's hard when there is always kid-friendly food in the house, and yes I stress eat as well! It's not like you can pass of your kids to someone to go to the gym, you have to constantly deal with the stress…

I noticed some people using the stronglifts 5x5 and I checked it out as I'm also trying to lose 30 lbs of baby weight after three kids in four years. It looks like it's meant for body builders - did you find you bulkedup a lot with it? And what type of equipment do you need?

Thank you for your post! I hate my belly more than anything! All of my fat sticks to all that extra skin I have there now. I will have to look up those exercises you mentioned. Even when I suck it in, there's still a little pooch even though I'm not technically "overweight." I hate it.

Just had some sorullos today.... mmm

I use FiveFingers for running.

It's funny, I'm going in the opposite direction. We're looking into joining the YMCA primarily because of all the programs they have for the kids, but I think I'll take advantage of the gym. But I'm able to stay in shape without it. I run outside, and now have a treadmill for the winter months. I use a stationary bike to…

Oh hon, please tell me he at least paid for the dinner.

I second the blackstrap molasses - it has a bite so I mix it with some other things with my oatmeal (also almond meal which has some calcium) Another great source of calcium is kale. Make baked kale chips, kale green smoothies and there is a great kale salad recipe in the 30 Day Diabetes Miracle cookbook (email me if you…

I'm vegan.

So ulcers are usually caused by a bacteria as someone else pointed out (H. pylori). However, smoking and other things can increase your risk for developing one and can impair healing: http://www.biomedsearch.com/nih/Smoking-peptic-ulcer-in-Helicobacter/10958211.html And I'll stop talking now lol! Sorry all. Good night.

Just wondering where you got this information? Is it speculation? Just because a link between the two hasn't been studied does not definitively rule out association. Sorry for the double post.

Just wondering where you got this information? Is it speculation? Just because a link between the two hasn't been studied does not definitively rule out association.

Definitely talk with your doctor. There are ample websites out there that talk of the dangers of second hand smoke. Even though I could not find anything with a quick search and a CINAHL search specific to secondhand smoke and ulcers (which doesn't mean there's not a link), there clearly are many deadly reasons to avoid…

Yes. :-( Even second and thirdhand smoke can have the same effects as smoking yourself. http://digestive.niddk.nih.gov/ddiseases/pubs/smoking/

I've tried these and I simply cannot stomach them. I'm the type of person who has to finish everything on my plate and despises throwing out food, but I had to throw them away. They smell like fish, and the rubbery texture is disgusting! I can't do it.

http://www.fullplatediet.org/ They apparently offer a free copy of this book online, which is a plant-based high fiber diet. I bet you could find some great recipes here!

I know salads as health food is so 20 years ago, but really.... eat more salads! I'm talking non-iceburg lettuce, mix it up with the veggies (I like carrots, broccoli, cukes, cherry tomatoes and roasted peppers), add some beans and onions if you like and find a great low-cal dressing - there are a lot out there. I like…

Make sure you take care of your body. Fuel it, and rest it. Also, I'm no expert but I would recommend plyometrics (jump training) as long as you don't have injuries. Try to have different routes, some which incorporate more hills and some that are flatter. This will help your body learn how to adapt and mentally help you…

Thanks! I like this schedule. I have 30DS and P90X which I use for strength training and it seems like with this schedule I could still incorporate those. Did you ever do any cross-train cardio activities?

1. Good running shoes. 2. An IPOD/music player with great music. 3. A good route. Someplace interesting, beautiful, whatever you need to make you want to get out there. Think of the place where you live and then map it out using www.gmap-pedometer.com or other technology, I'm sure there's some other sites/apps out there…

Try pairing a fruit with soluble fiber, which can reduce the absorption of the sugar into your bloodstream and prevent the spikes and hunger-inducing troughs of insulin and blood sugar. Some sources of soluble fiber include = surprise! The fruits themselves - I'm intrigued to learn this. Some fruits have their own built-in…

I love fruit. I usually have them in my daily smoothie. Yes, they have sugar, but it's natural sugar. Fruit have vitamins and minerals as well as phytochemicals which help protect against disease - http://www.phytochemicals.info/ , antioxidants, and fiber. If you are worried about sugar, go with fruits that are lower in…

I've noticed this to be true - protein does keep me full so I incorporate it with every meal. I'm more hungry when I drink coffee or a lot of refined carbs, especially when it's not coupled with some fat or protein.

I average about 40-60g protein a day I'd say. I also eat a plant-based diet, so it's all coming from diverse plant proteins. Since I've been doing more strength training (P90x or 30DS), I'm definitely seeing toning on my muscles on my abs, arms and nice shape to my legs (I run as well). I eat more carbs than some although…

great job!

I'm going to try this with a caffeine free coffee substitute (Roma or Kafix). I'm trying to do less coffee but I LOVE pumpkin spice lattes!

I like that you are packing your own lunches! This is a healthy habit that you should carry with you into adulthood. Most of the foods around us even as an adult (and I work in a hospital) are processed, full of fat and refined carbs. Just make sure you are packing enough to fuel your brain! Try adding a few nuts to snack…

I like this option. Pimiento cheese sauce: 1 cup cashews 1/2 cup water (add slowly to get right consistency) 4 oz. jar pimientos 2 tsp. lemon juice 2 tsp salt 2 tbsp chopped onion 1 clove raw garlic 2-4 tsp nutritional yeast flakes (NOT baker's yeast) blend until smooth.

rice and some type of healthy chip (pita maybe) with guacamole. Or bread that they can dip into the soup (but they can do this with the chips).