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Copied below is a post on topic by an endocrinologist. He posted in the one that goes around about starvation mode. I think this will help you. As for antedotal information; I'm just under 5'1" and eat about 1450 calories a day. I try to stay active and do 20 minutes yoga every morning and walk a mile most mornings with my…

Youmight consider looking at the wheat issues as suggested above. I have the same problem with bloating. I figured out that I am wheat intolerant. Once I cut out wheat the afternoon bloat decreased. Sadly it has not stopped. Certain vegetable get me also - broccoli is one.

I've been hypo for 20 years. The symptoms are vague - but many - some are listed below: hair loss cold sensitively (get cold easily and it's difficult to get warm again) menstral irregularity sluggishness dizziness constipation skin sensitivey - I hated for anything to touch me dry skin Hope that helps. I had all of the…

Hi Leomom, I live in the Springdale area of West Columbia. Between work and everything else, I don't have a lot of time, but it would be nice to get together for a walk or hike now and again.

Copied below is a post on topic by an endocrinologist. He posted in the one that goes around about starvation mode. I think this will answer your question. Sat 03/19/11 05:16 AMI am an endocrinologist, trained in metabolism, and familiar with many rigorously conducted studies in the physiology of starvation and caloric…

This made me curious so I looked around a bit. Most of what I found said anywhere from 8 - 10% of calories can come from sugars (all types whether natural or added). The math for 10% breaks down like this: 1200 calories, 10% = 120 calories = 30.0 g of sugar 1300 calories, 10% = 130 calories = 32.5 g of sugar 1400 calories,…

Aldi and Trader Joe's are great. We have an Aldi and it saves us a lot of money on the staples. Wish we had a trader Joe's. We are hoping one will come soon.

I wondered about this when I joined as well. It appaears that MFP counts all sugars including naturally occuring. The amount MFP suggested for me was somewhere around 20 grams a day for all sugars. I found that very hard to do. A glass of skim milk has 12 grams. I also typically eat 2-3 servings of fruit each day. That was…

The others have very good comments about nutrition, etc. I think 5 lbs a month is just about perfect. Don't worry so much about what other people have done. Everyone is unique and will lose weight differently. I have participated in work sponsored programs before. I noticed that the people losing 3-5 lbs the first few…

Lots of good posts. Complex carbs are good for you, refined sugar is not. I would not give up carbs, but I would start really paying attention to added sugar in the foods you eat and stay away from foods with added sugars. It may take you a while, but start cutting back on the refined sugar and foods with it added. In a…

My belief as well.

I guess the real issue is how you feel about making a decision to eat something you don't think is on your plan. In that case, I say don't feel guilty; but, be sure to consider whether you really want that food. That way you can know that you made a decision to eat something and did not do it out of habit, boredome, or…

The problem with free weekends is that those bad foods can be addictive which derails you later on. Think about it. After you have eaten salty or fatty foods, don't you want more of the them? That came home to me a few months ago. I had almost eliminated simple carbs from my diet and reduced fats significantly. A co-worker…

I was diagnsed with Hashimoto's' in my late 20's almost 20 years ago. I have been on Synthroid the entire time. I went from about 140 at diagnosis to 195 at highest weight 6 months ago. I said enough was enough and I did not want to hit that 200 mark. It is a very difficult condition to deal with and maintain a healthy…

The time of your meals may not really be an issue. It's the space between meals and how many times you eat. I get up at 7:00 and eat at 8:00 am and I am getting hungry 3.5 - 4 hours later, just like you. I found that eating every 3-4 hours helps me not get too hungry. My calorie allotment is currently at 1380 per day. I…

I don't know for sure, but suspect your weight loss will gradually slow down. That's because as you lose weight, your body needs fewer calories to maintain itself. That will in turn decrease your calorie defecit. You might find instead of 3-4 lbs a week, you will lose 1-2 lbs. You might want to consider increasing your…

I make the pizza and it is good. Be careful of the cheese though. You could also try a piece of grilled salmon or favorite fish on bed of greens. The protien will help you feel full and its' pretty easy.

I have lost 7.5% of body weight and 25% of goal. I have been keeping track of the goal %, but not total weight %. Maybe because is is the smallest number.

Welcome. It's a great site.

lots of good comments. You just need to try it a few ways before deciding what's best for you. I, like many, have issue with insulin resistance and prefer higher protien diet. I keep mine at 30% fat, 45% carbs and 25% protien. That keeps me at about 90 grams of protien which is close to the American Diabetes Association's…

The first step is signing up so you are already doing it. The biggest thing is taking the time to take care of yourself and that means taking time to track food, excersize and learn to cook in a new way. You also need to keep in mind that you can't do everything all at once. Instead, add one new thing to your routine every…

Short answer is to continue exercise at least 30 minutes 5 days a week. It does not have to be over the top. A long walk will work. Everyone can lose weight if they commit to making the changes necessary. I thought I could not lose either. I am 47 years old and have diagnosed underactive thyroid since age of 30. In 12…

Thank you. This is very helpful.

Wonderfully true. I'm still shopping in my closet (today's pants did not fit a year ago-what a feeling). But I have a plan; the too big clothes go to a consignment shop so I will be able to buy new smaller clothes when the time comes. The stuff that the consignment shop won't take will be donated (tax deduction). MFP will…

I think it's worth a trip to the doctor. Up until I was 23 or so I had normal cycles. After that I started skipping months. After skipping 3 months, I went to the doctor. It took a few years to figure out that I had a thyroid problem which was causing my issues. I was rather young for thyroid problems, so it took a while…

I am a big Steeler's Fan. I grew up in the Mon Valley. I moved to SC after college and have been here about 25 years, but still love my Steelers.

Thanks for the responses. I might just have to learn how to bake bread. Bread was one of my favorite things before I realized it was the reason I felt so bad all the time. I'm actually very picky about it and would rather not have any if it's not good. Against the Grain has some options that taste pretty good, but full of…

I would not consider you a plus size or even full figured. You sound pretty normal to me. If you shop in the Women's department a 14 is much larger than a typical Missy 14. Brands are also very different as well as style. I am fuller figured (@44/35/45 at 5'1") but find I wear a smaller size in lower cut pants (14 missy)…