arnie900 Member

This sounds abusive. He's feeling threatened that you want to change yourself for the better and he felt like no one else would want you if you were overweight and now he might lose you if you improve yourself. He's trying to control you and it's not OK. You should seek counseling with or without him. It starts with this…

Have you looked a the nutrition facts label? It's really not that great for you. If you need something to replace ice cream, I'd say go with fat free frozen yogurt. Check the labels. Compare calories, fat, sugar, protein, sodium. Note serving sizes.

A quack AND a fear monger!

I wouldn't. I've made that mistake before. I donated at about 10 a.m. It usually takes me a while to recover because I am small and have low blood pressure. But I went running after 6 p.m. that day thinking it was long enough, but I felt like I was going to die. Take the day off and eat lots of iron and go to bed early.…

It's because Americans expect huge portions when they go out to eat. So, for example, if you order the kung pao chicken, you'll get a giant plate, which actually is 3 servings. But the whole plate is 1100 calories, and there are plenty of people who will polish off the whole thing in one sitting. So the safe thing to do is…

I get them at Jewel (or Albertson's depending on where you are). Produce section.

The pink one is the best. The print is too busy against your tats. The tankini is a nice fit, but you might want to go solids on that too, or one color for the top and a different color for the bottom.

You look great, but now you need to go out shopping and treat yourself to some NEW size 5s! You deserve it; you don't need to be walking around in 10-year-old dresses! :-)

Air-popped popcorn with nothing on it. You can eat a ton for very few calories. I discovered Special K cracker chips last week too, and you can eat a good amount for a serving. Or just bring fruit or veggies to nosh on and you won't feel guilty and it will be low-cal. Log everything! Measure it out; don't just take the bag…

You should see results within 2 weeks if you're lifting regularly (at least 3 times a week). Eat more protein and fewer carbs, especially in the first 2 weeks.

Good job! Every woman should lift! Not only does it help you get more fit and healthy, but it strengthens your bones and you'll be stronger and better able to defend yourself. Plus it helps you burn more fat. Get yourself a pair of weightlifting gloves. They'll keep your hands from getting callouses and you'll look and…

You look great! It's like a whole new person. How did you get that kitten to turn into a child and how do I keep that from happening at my house?

You sound like me with the meal sizes and snacking and still hungry (I'm hungry as I type this, but I've already planned out my dinner and I know I can't snack if I want to eat what's in the Crock Pot at home). But it will get easier. Your body is being thrown off its regular schedule and it's fighting you. You'll adjust.…

I've been a vegetarian for more than 15 years and I've always been able to do it in a healthy and well-balanced way, but it takes some work. Just remember that just because it has no meat doesn't mean it's healthy. Always check labels. Restaurants: You can always ask for something that's not on the menu or ask for…

I'm a vegetarian and my fiance isn't, so I'm used to making two separate meals. But, for the wedding, he's trying to gain weight and I'm trying to lose. So we still eat dinner together, and I want him to still eat healthy, so I give him veggies and healthy protein like chicken breast, but he gets waaaay more carbs than I…

You are right that it could be a lot of things, but make sure you are working out with no makeup or any heavy lotions. They can clog your pores.

That's so funny! I always joke about how I wish that was an option for cardio activity. I've actually worn my calorie monitor watch during to see how many calories I burned!

Whey protein is good, but make sure you read all the labels. A lot of protein shakes are filled with extra fat, calories, cholesterol and sugar. It does no good if you're getting too much fat or sugar in them. And if you are someone who has to monitor your cholesterol, sodium or sugar intake, then be especially careful.…

Protein is really good for you, so it's fine, probably better if you go over. Helps your muscles rebuild after a workout, helps wounds heal, keeps you alert. But if you get a lot and don't balance it out with fiber, you might get stopped up. Make sure you eat your veggies for roughage!