ColetteDuchnowski

Wow...awesome results...I love Zumba..its dance!!!

i love Zumba too. I used to go to classes 3 times a week a couple of years ago but had to stop because I could no longer afford the monthly gym fee. I got the DVD's with the Zumba sticks. I think I have the Exhilarate set. I haven't done them in a long time and need to get back on the horse. I am tempted to bring them to…

You can add me too...:happy: I am in the same boat....

My mom passed away May 24, 2011. She had cancer. Official diagnosis was small cell carcinoma but her CA-125 levels were over 500 and normal is between 0-35. By the time they found out she had cancer she was terminal...stage IV. She went through 2 rounds of chemo that did nothing but hasten her death. She passed away 2…

I have been through the same thing, but we were married. From what I know, he cheated on me before we even said "I do". We were married 10 years when I found out he had a 3 yr old son. He lied to everyone, even his parents. He lost his job for a religious agency because of his affairs. He finally confessed all to me during…

I think you did the right thing. He will think of your kindness and maybe not buy that booze or whatever. He knows you care. Just see Jesus in him. You feed the poor, you feed Jesus.

Hi. You all can add me if you want. I have been on here for a couple of years. Lost over 50 lbs, then gained 20 back since mom passed away in May '11. I joined WW and have the new points system. I decided not to go back to meetings though. I can't afford $13 every week, and like many have said MFP is FREE!!! The way I lost…

I am a closet smoker and just quit Monday Feb 13th. I am using the patches and so far it is working. The only time I smoked was in my car while driving or waiting. I would leave way early to get someplace just to have my chance to smoke. The first couple of days were hard because I wanted to eat, and I did allow myself a…

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I'll give it a go... First Name/Nickname: Colette General Location: West Michigan Age and Gender: 53/F Age range they're looking for: 53-60 Gender they're looking for: Male Interests: Arts and crafts (fiber), walks, road trips, bowling, zumba, dogs, cats, sheep Pet peeves: People that are never on time, people who don't…

I am in that club...had it all my life. Never was able to have any children. I am 53 and I think I am in menopause, but I have no symptoms of menopause. Last time I had blood work done early this year my fsh and lh were in the normal range. I wasn't diagnosed until I was in my late 20's or early 30's.

I am large and I didn't notice a loss in sizes until I lost around 35 - 40 lbs I think. I was in a 4X and now wear a 3X, depending on the clothing style or manufacturer. It is very frustrating to lose weight and inches and not see a noticeable change in clothing sizes.

This is very good. I made it for a pot luck at school today. Everyone loved it and no one had any idea it was not made with sugar!!!! I don't have the numbers handy, but you can put in in the recipe thing to find out. It's very good and takes away the feeling of not being able to have pumpkin pie on Thanksgiving. I am also…

Congrats on the new job saverys!!!!

Hi all...just checking in. School has been hectic...well at least the homework has been...lol I read all the threads on cauliflower. I make it a bit different. I don't use the cream cheese, I use sour cream instead. You don't need a lot. I also add a bit of sharp cheddar to the mix and bake it in the oven till its nice and…

It all depends on how your body processes the carbs. For me, I have to have very low carbs...I keep them to about 50-60 a day. Anymore than that- I gain wait. I am insulin resistant and I don't process carbs like others do. I have to be very careful. I have cut out all breads, potatoes, pastas, sugars, processed foods, and…

Welcome....I would like to do that too, getting my degree in nutrition, but become a nutrition counselor. I follow a holistic approach to my nutrition. There is a lot to learn in just learning how to eat right. I want to be a good role model for others who need to lose weight and I can show by example. Right now, I am just…

No I don't Nicole, but I will check next time I see it...

Hi all... Has anyone seen the commercials on TV about sugar and high fructose corn syrup and sugar cane...about how the body can't tell the difference between the sugars...basically says that "sugar is sugar". This guy has a little girl walking with him...and is happy about sugar being sugar and how basically he feels he…

I am with you and very motivated...want to be close to 280 or under (better) by Christmas!!!!

I don't know the answer to that, but I know that when I eat later at night, it shows up on the scale....yes, even vegetable soup. Everyone is different, so it may not bother some, but then again..... Just experiment and see how you feel and if it makes a difference on the scale.

That is a bit high for me...although I love it on chicken!!

That sounds good. What is the carb count for mushroom soup?

I have some steel cut oats I think...been so long since I looked. I am afraid to eat oatmeal just yet. I think I may try some when the weather gets colder. You can cook some up in a crock pot over night and it will be nice an hot in the morning. Reheated is good too...add some butter, sweetener and a bit of cream...yummy.…

Hi and welcome. I have been on this site for just about 1 month. There are a lot of supportive people on here and we all want the same thing..to eat and be healthy.

I am not sure about you, but for an insulin resistant person, yes it can make you gain weight. There are a lot of useless carbs in sugar. How much sugar did you have and did you count it in your calorie allotment for the day? If that is part of your daily calories, eating that little for one thing, can put your fat cells…

For Thanksgiving, I will treat myself to a small serving of sweet potatoes...but there is a Turkey bake I can make that is like turkey and stuffing made with cauliflower...sounds good too...and the picture of it looked yummy!

I try getting in my 64 oz a day...minimum....:drinker:

I have only had 96 oz so far...night is not over yet...lol

Here is a good article on water and weight loss...enjoy!!! http://www.exercise4weightloss.com/water-and-weight-loss.html