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People keep mixing hourglass and ruler shapes. An hourglass shape has bust and hip measurements that are equal or close to equal, with the waist ten inches smaller. Figures that have approximately the same bust and hip measurements but with a waist measurement that is less than ten inches smaller (like 7 or 8 inches) is…

Cup sizes are based on the difference in measurement between the band measurement and the fullest portion of the bust. One inch = one cup. So, 36 D would have approximately 40" bust, maybe 39 depending on shape and distribution. 34D is one full cup size smaller than 36D. 34D would have a measurement of 37-38.

Everyone here seems to be assuming you want to lose 3 inches from your waist, but your post says 3 inches overall. I think you could lose 3 inches overall by losing 10-15 pounds, but there is no formula. I very much doubt you would lose 3 inches from your waist alone with only 10-15 pounds to lose and 22% body fat. Maybe…

I've seen those measurements before and they make no sense. If she did wear a 36D bra, then her bust measurement should be more like 40. And because she looks very proportionate, her hip measurement should be approximately the same as her bust (40). And her waist does not look like it is 17 inches smaller than her bust and…

There's nothing wrong with weighing yourself daily. I'll bet if you had been weighing yourself daily you would have seen more fluctuations and would not be surprised by the 138.5 reading today. Also, were these weights taken at the same time of day? You will weigh more in the evening than in the morning, usually 2-3 pounds.

The stuff about worms is true. Most sushi in the United States has been frozen to kill parasites, as required by FDA regulations. Some types of fish are excepted. I think tuna is one.

If you're not getting the best grade of fish, from a reputable, safe dealer, you do run the risk of it being infected and becoming infected yourself with small worms in your intestines. And even then, sometimes they can't know how safe their food is. Probably won't kill you. In fact, many people who are infected don't even…

1) age: 43 2) approximate weight: 171 3) physical location: Texas 4) activity level: moderate (?) 5) How often do you exercise? 4-6 times a week 6) Do you eat breakfast? Very rarely 6) what is your largest meal of the day? Usually lunch, sometimes dinner 7) how many times a day do you eat? Usually two, but once in a while…

When I took Paxil, I gained something like 25 pounds. When I stopped taking it, I immediately started losing weight. I lost ten pounds in the first month with zero effort. One day I just noticed I was losing weight (clothes were getting loose) so I started weighing myself. I couldn't believe how fast it was. I plateaued…

I think it would be best to stick to very light exercise only, like walking, until you see your doctor.

110 would not necessarily be too thin for your height (depending on how muscular you are), but 100 would definitely be. Bear in mind that girls lie all the time about their weight, and most guys have no idea how much girls should weigh. Decide for yourself what your fitness goals should be. I'm surprised that at 25 your…

When someone starts with a very high weight, it's best to set a goal that is perhaps higher than the "healthy" range. Have some compassion and imagine how daunting having a goal of 200 pound loss must be. Many larger people set several goals. Maybe start with a goal of losing 50 pounds/getting out of the morbid obese…

I used to use a little honey and usually fruit, but now I just like it plain or with fruit. Try gradually reducing the honey over time. Nuts are also good.

Good for you! No need to waste the calories on something you're not enjoying. You should enjoy the food you choose to eat. This sounds like it was a real learning experience.

I tell people this all the time. Your tastes change as you change what you eat. It only takes a month or two. Most people do not believe me.

If I have a big breakfast I can go easily 10-12 hours without another meal, so try having a larger breakfast. You might want to try some of the Kind bars. I like the pecan cinnamon, dark chocolate sea salt, and nut delight flavors. 200 calories and easy to stash in your purse or pocket (obviously, don't put the ones that…

Exercise can help, but the most important things are to reduce the pressure. Wear support hose, elevate legs when possible, reduce walking/standing.

I'm sorry to hear about your insurance problems. Unfortunately, that is the case for many, and it's not just because of "Obamacare." I am lucky to have excellent insurance now, but at the time my therapist was not on my plan which had a high deductible so I still had to pay out of pocket. It was well worth it to me-- maybe…

My sleep medicine doctor says not to take things like valerian root, GABA, etc. Only prescribed sleep aids that work with the body's sleep architecture (she recommends Lunesta), and even then only rarely. Other drugs may knock you out but may not produce quality sleep. The only "natural" remedy she does support is…

I lost 60 pounds back in 2008-2010. The first 35-40 took about seven months. (But at first I wasn't really trying. I didn't start to work at it until I'd lost about 15.) Then I hit a plateau at around 175 pounds and lost only five pounds in six months. I changed my habits and the final fifteen pounds took three months to…

I suffered from insomnia for over a decade. I eventually got cognitive therapy for it which helped tremendously. Lots of psychological issues with sleep. Make sure you have good sleep hygiene-- regular wake/sleep times, cool temperature, dark room (turn off all those electronics or cover the lights). Exercise helps sleep,…

5'8" and looking to lose approximately 20 pounds. (My ticker is set to 10 because it seems less daunting and I want to re-assess at 160-- perhaps at that point I'll be happy with just 5 more or will want to lose 15 more.)

Excess B12 is not harmful. Any excess is excreted.

I usually drink water with a little orange or apple juice (aim for a 7:1 ratio). Or I'll squeeze 1-2 lemon wedges in my water. It tastes good, hydrates me, and keeps my blood sugar steady. I also like flavored sparkling waters, such as La Croix, and various kinds of tea.

I live in Dallas, TX, but am from Nashville, TN, and I lived in Mississippi for several years before moving to Dallas.

I was wondering the exact same thing. I guess you and I were the only ones. I went to a physical therapist for several months for an issue I had with my knee. She never asked me to take off my pants! (I think I always wore shorts, though.) No reason the OP couldn't just pull up her pant leg some. OP, were you offered a…

I've never taken it at therapeutic doses (I did take a small dose briefly as a sleep aid), but that medication is notorious for weight gain.

I used to dislike unsweetened tea, also. Now that is the only way I will drink it. Sweetened tea makes me gag. If someone had told me I'd feel that way about sweetened/unsweetened tea twenty years ago, I wouldn't have believed him. It didn't take long for me to get used to the taste of unsweetened tea, maybe about a month.…

When you drink over 300 of your calories in a single day, it's going to be very difficult to eat at a deficit. If you had 90% less sugar and not eaten the cheese (don't give into cravings-- wait until you are truly hungry), you'd have enough calories left to have either two small- medium meals or one large meal, Cheese is…

I was thinking the exact same thing. Look for some new guys to hang out with who have lifestyles more like yours.