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Perhaps he will change a bit if given the opportunity. So try that. I went lower carb higher fish less pasta no rice limited bread and so on about two years ago. My family didn't want to. It caused some friction but we are all still related to each other. It is something you can definitely work through. In the interim my…

40 is halfway to average US max lifespan but the key word is average. 60 is the new 40,.80 is the new 60. Rock on people. Take care of yourselves.

My suggestion is to not overthink it. I know it's tougher for Moms usually they are in charge of worrying, among other things. Things not to do would be to tell him to do anything. Even suggestions need to be parsed carefully. If he crosses the line in your view, you are probably right about it. So lay out some rules…

This is funny

Gave up beer last year for Lent. The store where I buy beer complained about the lost business. I can't keep that on my conscience. Their families will suffer and go hungry. This year I will redouble my efforts to give up things that I have already given up. That should count for something. Best wishes all on your efforts.

Try this argument with your employer/health insurer when they charge more for premiums for higher BMI persons. (Yes, this is happening). Valid or not, they are using it and they are not asking you to substitute your BF% as an alternative criteria. Not saying I agree with it, just that it is out there.

Congrats on a serious approach and you need to do what you need to do. I have been on the receiving end of resistance for 2 years from my family about my "diet". The resistance is principally my "weird" consumption such as fish and other proteins and lower carbs in general. Meanwhile back at the ranch I have ditched the…

If you are looking for support, you have it. It is shocking how many people will use every excuse to not do what you have already decided to do. Congratulations on making the best of your temporary situation and carry on. Useless? Not.

Congratulations on your decision. You have decided that to be able to serve others you must now serve yourself first. You sound an extremely dedicated family member and mother to your children and now have recognized that your best shot at being their Mom for a long time is to take control of your own being. What to do…

Walk the golf course regularly, play squash and tennis

If the government were interested in health then a change in the RDA/RDI would be expected and it's long overdue. Problem is that in my view carbs calories are much cheaper than protein in the SAD. Net result of recommending more protein (and presumably a a more healthy diet) is more expense/cost to do so. If healthy…

.7 to 1g of lean body mass is a good guide. MFP is not a good guide in my view as the carb macro is too high for my preferences. To each their own of course, but weight loss is easier burning fat rather than glucose. If you have a lower carb (glucose) intake, you are a bit ahead of the game unless you do a lot of things to…

The resveratol in the wine counteracts the calories which jump starts the metabolism and invokes the don't worry about it processes in the body. Enjoy.

physically amazing, morally bankrupt. Livewrong would be more appropriate.

Cardio from the Greek Kardia- for or from the heart Everything is "cardio" Certain levels of heart rate burn fat, other levels burn calories in general. Some levels of exertion get us in better "shape" for events and things we would like to accomplish, bars we have set for ourselves or set by others. How much cardio do I…

Good (tough) question These come to mind immediately 1. The short solo Let It Be, Beatles LP version (only) 2. Neil Young Like a Hurricane 3. Frampton Comes Alive- Show Me the Way (yes I know it got too much airplay in the 70's but it is still good)

Let's review. You are 20 years old. Fact- easier for you than at any other age you will be in the future. Motivation- Do it NOW. Change your junk food to grapes, almonds, walnuts, cherry tomatoes, whatever you like on the list that will no longer include chips, pretzels, cheetos or worse. Keep your diet consistent and…

Look at the diet and the exercise. You can lose 30 pounds in a year, but not without changes in diet and exercise. You are 40 years younger than me. I lost 45 pounds in less time than that. There are so many on MFP that have done similar or more impressive things with their bodies by will and work. If you are supporting…

good safe guess Jessy am 58, thanks

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Hope you are getting a lift from the board here. Happy to help with that. This for you shall pass. Chin up. My blood clot in 2010 that nearly killed me except for the grace of God and "lucky" proximity to immediate medical attention, again divine intervention. Took about 3 weeks to exit the hospital. No definitive warning…

Doctor said "your LDL and TGL are a little high". That's all I needed to hear. I can fix that with food changes and exercise and without meds. So I did. 45 lbs later, that is no longer an issue, as well as many other benefits. Go for it, whatever the reason(s), it's worth it. Good luck.

Thanks for posting the To Do List. Might start from the bottom, looks way more tasty. Might have to skip a few, not a big fan of Kalua or Red Bull. To those wondering about weight loss and alcohol consumption, it's like everything else. It's ok for some not for others. You can have your six pack and drink it too. It's…

Forever is a long time, or not. You decide. You probably buy some form(s) of insurances for car, health, property, etc. Think of ACTIVITY (not exercise) as insurance for your wellness. It's free, or nearly so, with just a pair of shoes and perhaps a gym membership involved. Some activity can be strenuous, some light, but…

The simple answer is no, it does not matter if your are over your fat macro. If you are consistently over, and still achieving the result you desire, then your diet is pretty steady. Change the macro to a custom number if it matters to keep the number green. More specifically, since you have indicated that most of your…

You can't lose weight and get healthier over the age of X (insert age here) is complete rubbish. I am closer to 60 than 50 and lost 50 in the last year and feel better (and younger) than I did at 40. So it is said so it shall be done...... by you!. Best of luck and stick with it, you will love it.

crissy babe- 29th jan, but a few years earlier

Try substituting more nutrient dense foods for some of the simple carbohydrates you (may) eat regularly. The simple carbs are known to increase insulin and cause more fat storage. A no carb diet is very impractical but a reduction in the carbs you eat daily over time (and substituted with healthy fats and protein) should…

My suggestion is to set your activity level according to what you do every day. Then you don't have to record the routine work output and MFP software will assign the caloric intake level recommendation. On your off days, remember to be just as active, and then additional cardio or other activities can be recorded. Less…