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Hi there, Congrats on starting your journey! I'm 40 years old, 5'1 (and 3/4, but who's counting) and started out at 217lbs. I started to take back my life on December 7, 2016 after many many failed attempts. I knew I needed to do something or I would die. I didn't feel good and I had no energy to play with my kids. I knew…
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54lbs down since December. 13lbs to go to reach my first goal.
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I have hashimoto's and even though I am not a fan of it, Paleo is the way to go. There are a lot of environmental food factors associated with hashi flare ups and paleo eliminates all of those things (no gluten, grains, dairy, and only grain/grass fed high quality meats). I still eat beans and eat a lot quinoa (which there…
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I saw you mentioned that you have a thyroid issue. You should probably up your protein and dial down the carbs and fats. I have Hashimoto's disease and my doctor and nutritionist have recommended a diet of 40% protein, 30% carbs and 30% fat. I am eating roughly 1600 calories a day. If you have thyroid issues, carbs are not…
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Quinoa pasta is delicious but a little pricey.
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Instead of worrying so much about the calories, focus on your macro nutrients (carbs, proteins, and fats). You can still eat at a deficit, but look at where your calories are coming from. Eat things that are higher in protein, lower in fat, and lower on the glycemic index and your body will start to perform better for you.…
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My first time posting a pic... Hope it works
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I'm not a fan of the fitbit. I was wearing it one day while syncing it to my computer (I have the fitbit flex). I left my computer screen up while I was talking to my husband and the counter kept going higher and higher... But I was sitting still. Then I realized that it was counting a step every time I moved my hand, and…
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The other day, my kids wanted a treat, so I got them some Munchkins from Dunkin Donuts (i know, not the healthiest thing in the world, but my children are EXTREMELY healthy eaters and I allow them to splurge on occasion). I grabbed a few (4 total) and figured it wasn't THAT. I was horrified when I went to log my food for…
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I'm so glad to read this! I still have a LONG way to go on my weight loss journey, but I have come a long way in the 2 months since I started. I keep seeing a lot of posts about people not wanting to drop their kids off at the gym daycare or exercising after the kids go to bed. What about getting your kids involved in your…
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Don't underestimate the calorie burning power of chasing toddlers around! I have a 4 year old, a 3 year old and a 7 month old. Get them involved in your exercise routine. I do yoga with the 2 older ones and they think it's great... something special to do with mom. Also, agressive housework and other things that you…
