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Bipolar here, been on many different antidepressants since I was diagnosed 15+ years ago. It depends on the antidepressant. Abilify, for example, is one that can cause weight gain. On the other hand, Wellbutrin is known for weight loss. Some haven't been around long enough to know. You also have to take into account…
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I like what you said about getting the right medications. It took me several years as well. My favorite part is that you mentioned how it helped you concentrate on diet and exercise. I know to some it seems to some skeptics like we're just looking for a magic pill, but really the right combination of medications makes it…
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Well, there are many different signs of bipolar disorder. The first sign is cycling between moods, often times with extreme mania and/or depression. Possible symptoms of mania: *Feeling invincible, like nothing one does will have consequences or they can easily beat those consequences. This often leads to impulsive…
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You should be! Good job!
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I'm not technically 30 until November, but I still relate. I've lost 30 pounds so far. I have about 105 to go.
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I think a couple people were confused by the comment. The word "forbidden" is in quotation marks, which is a way of stating that its a dubious term. The way I read it, the nutritionist said if they choose not to eat something, they should tell themselves its THEIR choice and they're making it for a reason (its unhealthy.)…
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You make some good points. I think I've had the food pyramid drilled into my head a lot, so I'm so set on dairy being a necessity. But you have some good advice, especially about tracking the micronutrients. Thank you for your help!
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You appear to have an eating disorder. You NEED to seek psychiatric help. Not knowing what state you live in, your family situation, or your age, I can only give general advice. Do you have health insurance? Do you have a regular medical doctor you can go to see? You could start with him/her. Tell your doctor straight up…
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I had the same issue with the website- it told me 1400. I thought that considering my weight, that wouldn't be enough for energy to live much less exercise. One thing this website has is a disclaimer that says information on this site shouldn't replace a doctor's opinion, and that's true. Even thought myfitnesspal.com has…
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Wow 100 pounds! Congratulations! I could definitely use a friend :) Also, to anybody who reads this original thread, sorry if I shared a little too much information. Sometimes I'm a little too open...
