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Lock your doors. Close windows when you aren't home or asleep. Invest in a good fire extinguisher and a smoke and/or carbon dioxide detector. Don't answer the door unless you are expecting someone. For anyone who claims to be from the gas company for example or even the police, get identification and call the employer to…

This looks like one of those every food is toxic and there us a conspiracy to poison us websites. There are some truths in Dr. Lundell's article, but saying that animal fats are better for you than soybean oil is over the top. And our problem is not those evil carbs, but an excess of everything and no exercise.

. IMHO the VIP tickets are not much of a value. You really don't get enough perks to justify the price. I don't have a problem sitting anywhere. The location of the seats has no bearing on whether I will enjoy the show or not. Once a friend and I had tickets for behind the stage. We had a blast. As for the seniority…

IMHO, Dr. Oz is a quack. But even if he isn't -- neither he nor any other doctor on tv knows YOU, the individual patient. Your own doctor should be aware of your family medical history, your own medical history and your present condition. He/she should also be aware of every medication you take, even those sold over the…

Have you been tracking your sodium intake? That could be part of the problem especially with TOM.

If you haven't done so, attend diabetes education classes. These classes help you with diet and exercise, teach you how to take insulin if you have to and generally explain the disease -- its causes and effects, for example. These classes also sort through the misinformation and quackery (there is a lot of both out there).…

Last night there were four threads in the Chit Chat section on this subject. I don't know whether this is legitimate or not, but do we really need multiple Kony 2012 threads?

Cardiac arrest in 2008 Nuff said

I belong to a number of message boards and forums, some of which are political. Politics brings out the worst in people. I've learned to grow an extra layer of thick skin. Really does you no good to fret over every mean remark. Last weekend on MFP I received a response to my post: "STFU Retard." I thought it was hilarious.

Steelers should ditch Roethlisberger and pick up a new QB. Not necessarily Manning, but someone with real skill. Roethlisberger doesn't have any.

If you have a lactose intolerance or a general allergy to dairy products, you could be, uh, stuffed up. A symptom of dairy sensitivity is alteration of your digestion. That could cause or contribute to weight gain.

My own personal opinion: Yes, it is important to keep your sodium intake under control. Water can do only do much to flush sodium out of your body. Too much sodium overwhelms the kidneys. Over time, you could cause permanent damage to your kidneys and even your heart. If you are going to use canned mushrooms, or any other…

Weight Watchers helped me lose my first 50 or so pounds. It also taught me to stop dieting and instead make real changes in my eating habits. Fnancial problems forced ne to give up Weight Watchers, but I still recommend it over Atkins, Nutrisystem and all the other diets and weight loss programs out there.

Congratulations! Mine are finally confirmed. Burgettstown 2 nights, Hershey, Bethel and Darien. July is Dave Month!

Waiting to hear if I have Dave Matthews Band tickets.

The grilled wrap is: 436 Calories 24 Fat 17 Carbs 31 Protein 976 Sodium 58 Cholesterol 2 Fiber

My three usual breakfasts are: 1. Homemade whole wheat pancake 2. Cold cereal or oatmeal with light vanilla soy milk 3. Homemade breakfast sandwich made with two slices light wholegrain bread, toasted; scrambled egg white and one slice reduced fat swiss cheese. And always some fruit. Lately, clementines.

Plan your meals. If I don't plan ahead, I'm more likely to go hog wild and eat everything in sight. Be sure when planning ahead that you get enough food from all the basic food groups, not just a few. If you only eat fruit or vegetables, you aren't going to fill up. You need protein and dairy and yes, even some carbs and…

Dr. Oz is a quack. He pushes all sorts of products, particularly supplements, in which I believe he has a financial interest. I wouldn't be surprised if he was part owner of a safflower oil company. This guy is an entertainer. He is no substitute for your own doctor.

See a dietician. It depends on a number of factors, including the severity of the disease, age, gender, weight and so in. Even better: attend diabetes education classes. You will be able to consult with a dietician, as well as learn a lot about how to deal with it. It's a bit scary at first, but with proper management,…

I would go with your nutritionist's advice since he or she has the expertise, education and experience to sort through all the information (and misinformation) to devise a plan that's right for you.

Your sodium level might be set too high for you. Many authorities suggest 2000 to 2500 mg. per day, but for some of us that's too high. Maybe bring yours down to 1500? Also, remember that Asian food tends to have a lot of sodium. Try to cut back on that. And don't add salt. If something needs more flavor, use herbs.

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Were these mentioned yet? I always thought a few lashes with a buggy whip would benefit you immensely. -- Gone With the Wind My advice to you: Start drinking heavily. -- Animal House We're on a mission from God. -- The Blues Brothers

Healthy: Special K Protein Plus or Vanilla Almond Unhealthy: Frosted Flakes And I drink the soy milk at the bottom. I don't waste anything, which is probably why I'm fat.

Be wary of supplements made in China or certain other countries. In many parts of the world there is no quality control. You could be getting pills with potentially harmful ingredients. And they may not be listed on the label.

I use sliced almonds -- added to cereal or pancakes, as a topping for salads instead of croutons...so many uses.

I lost ny first 50 pounds on Weight Watchers. I did like that, unlike other weight loss schemes, you could eat just about anything. Nothing was really off limits, but you had to practice portion control and get the bulk of your points from the major food groups. You had a required number of daily points, plus you had…

Sorry, but this is ridiculous. Don't eat this, don't eat that.. What the h*** are we supposed to eat? FWIW, I'm diabetic and I eat corn. It dies nothing to spike my blood glucose. Of course, like anything else, moderation is important

I guess Weight Watchers will keep running those Hudson commercials until the contract with her runs out or she goes off program and gains weight. I have seen a few Weight Watchers commercials with "ordinary people" in then. One featured a member from my town who lost 70 pounds. But those commercials are few and far…