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I haven't logged in in months- been happy to maintain my weight loss without daily tracking. BUT- I just had blood work done and my LDL went waaayyy up... from 130 in August to 190! My HDL increased modestly from 48 to 56, and my vitamin D looks better (from 18 to 23.9) but my doctor was really surprised, too. She is…
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I googled "keto calculator" and used the one at anklr- but I think everyone falls pretty close to a 5% carb, 20% protein, 75% fat split. Once you update your macros in MFP it will break down your grams for you. I also eat a little more protein on days when I'm more active, the calculator shows you a range. Good luck!
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Interesting. I am reading "The Art and Science of Low Carb Living" and they were just talking about gallbladder- from what I remember it's a buildup of some substance in the blood that is associated with weight loss- if you lose a lot of weight rapidly, your body has less time to process it, and it can cause problems. But-…
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I'm not really well educated on refeeding/carb cycling/ targeted carbs- but from what I read, if you want the weight to go down, don't refeed. I think it helps to think of consuming carbs as a refeed rather than a cheat, though- just less guilt inducing! I plan to continue sticking with my macros. Except yesterday- I…
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I'm very similar to you- started by eliminating gluten- hypothyroid, insulin resistance, high triglycerides... Been on Keto a little over a month and feeling pretty good. My husband is doing it with me and we've both lost around ten pounds. I don't lift heavy, but I bike heavy (two largish kids on a cargo bike) and I also…
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My husband and I both started about two weeks ago. We feel great- and the weight is coming off (all at once at first, now bobbing up and down but a slow downward trend.) Loving it so far because I don't feel hungry!
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Just wanted to update- have been strictly GF since before I first posted, with one slip up. No more picking meat and cheese off my daughter's sandwiches, I seem to be pretty sensitive. Symptoms returned with a vengeance- fatigue, bloat, and HOLY HEARTBURN. I felt like I had a pit in my stomach and was a general mess. I…
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Not entirely SF, but Siggi's is awesome and low in sugar... I eat the kid's tubes. Thick, tart, and still a bit sweet.
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I totally feel you. If I had a diagnosis from a professional, I'd just swear the stuff off. I do cook most of our food myself, I'll bet I can easily tweak some of our favorite recipes- but when my kids beg for Mac n Cheese while we're out at the aquarium, it gets hairy... Though before I was focusing on my daughter, so…
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Me and DH just stocked up on shakes yesterday- with two little kids who constantly snack, it's easy for me to overdo it during the day. Even though both of us were keeping up with MFP diary, we weren't seeing results. I'm pretty sure the problem is that I'm not tracking what my WW leader used to call BLT's (bites, licks,…
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I'm 34 now, was diagnosed hypo at age 23. I'll be following... I've gained and lost in the same 20 lb range for years- though I'm feeling more energetic and fitter than ever these days. I delude myself into thinking I can maintain my weight without a daily food diary every year ( the definition of insanity...?) I switched…
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I go through two periods a year where my seasonal allergies take over my life and I fight them off with Zyrtec, Nasocort, and an occasional round of antibiotics. I also use a Neti Pot regularly- but when it is severe, I lose a lot of my ambition, especially to do anything physical. I am going to try going off Zyrtec again…
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Bump. Anyone?
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Updating (one of my favorite threads) to say. .. scale said 199.8 this morning! :D let's do this, friends.!
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Re- MODERATION- I hear you. So I buy one chocolate bar to share with my family of four. And soda only on occasion at a restaurant. Smaller sized packages. But if you really crave it, make it fit into your life, or you'll feel deprived. Good luck!
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It's taken me a long time to take off the weight I put on five years ago (pregnancy, two grad school program, lots of stress!) but- I'm back to my college weight and continuing in the right direction! I quit eating "diet food" and I make sure I keep a log. I recently started intermittent fasting, not a dramatic program,…
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Last Sunday, I searched Craigslist and scored a Wii console and Zumba 2 for $85!!! You want to know what burns more calories that Zumba? Zumba while holding a 35lb toddler! LOL- my kids like to get a little too involved, but it's nice to have some cardio available in the house on my own. I'll be following this board...
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New convert to Armour thyroid after 10 years on Synthroid- I feel more in control of my weight, appetite, and life... I was on 137mg a day, and could lose weight SLLLLLOOOOOWWWLLLY if I worked hard. It can be done! These boards are a great place for information. I agree with a previous poster- check T3 and T4. For me,…
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Ditto on the shoes- I went to Fleet Feet (Chicago) and they watch you run or walk. I had HORRENDOUS shin splints, and after changing the shoes, they were gone :) It isn't necessarily the quality of the shoe, it is it's compatibility with you, if that makes sense... Good luck to you! Good tips on here- keep up the good work.
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I've decided to chart my weight daily so I can watch the patterns- there definitely is a give and take of about five pounds over the course of a month for me, and it isn't just once! I think it's water- it'll go!
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After a LOT of internet research, I've decided to give IF a try- I'm the type of person who just never feels full or satisfied unless I'm stuffed, and I have two small kids, so sometimes I don't even realize I've put a handful of goldfish/cereal/carby snack in my mouth... I had been drinking a protein shake for breakfast,…
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Congrats- you look wonderful! Good before as well :) I also have hypothyroidism, and it is soooo hard sometimes and takes a lot of dedication to lose, so I wanted to tell you GREAT JOB!!!
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Hi- after my first baby, I was at 246... I lost some, had another baby, and am currently at 207, hoping to see 199 very soon!! I'm a taller girl, and have hovered around 200-210 most of my adult life. You've got this! I take it five pounds at a time- every five is a victory for me!
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Hi Carolyn- I totally empathize! I started Armour on Wednesday after 10 years of Synthroid- I was at 135mcg and I now take a 60mg and 15mg of Armour in the am and 60 again in the afternoon- I hope this is not just a placebo or temporary effect, but I do feel better! The dry skin on my nose has almost totally resolved, my…
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Updating- I saw my same endocrinologist this week and brought my MFP log along. She said it probably wouldn't hurt to try Armour if I was not happy- I switched on Wednesday and I think it was the right choice! My hands and feet are warm and my skin looks better- also, I've lost three pounds... That is water weight, in…
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I've had a rough time- been on an ever increasing dose of Synthroid for ten years now- I finally got my endo to try Arour instead (for other hypo symptoms) and I'm hoping for better results... You can definitely lose weight, but ime, it takes a long time! The boards here are very helpful. Good luck!
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Ditto to getting your levels checked- I am hypothyroid as well. You may want to do some googling and see what questions might be good to ask a physician. My brother is in sports medicine and told me recently that they are linking "the cardio craze" to increased levels of hypothyroidism in young females who are very active.…
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The sad part is, you totally COULD stock up- then hoard them for Years- the shelf life is ridiculous :( Hostess didn't keep up with the times- these days, people don't want preservative laden crap. Sorry for all the workers who are now unemployed...
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Congratulations, Kamal!! That is a tough schedule- awesome dedication! Besides the weight loss, I bet you are seeing many other benefits. Enjoy!
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Thank you for sharing :) You look great! I've heard artificial sweetener can make you hungrier and gain as a result- I'm an occasional diet soda drinker, but I cut the Splenda out of my morning coffee... You may have motivated my to ditch the pop altogether!
