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  • Hi there! I started the 8 Week Bikini Series late. I'm now in Week 4 of 8. I haven't seen much progress, which is discouraging but I'm going to keep going because... a. I feel great b. I have a LOT of energy c. I'm getting stronger every day Let's see where I'm at when Week 8 rolls around. Round 2 starts this upcoming week…
    in 8 week challenge Comment by natyasa June 2016
  • I have trouble sleeping, but in a different sense. I usually wake up 1-2 times during the night and can't go back to sleep. So when I DO go back to sleep (usually around 4 or 5am), I have a REALLY HARD TIME getting up when I'm supposed to. Anyone else have the same issue?
    in Trouble Sleeping? Comment by natyasa March 2014
  • I just had my RMR (resting metabolic rate) tested yesterday. And the nutritionist whom I had an appointment with said that usually for women, your maintenance weight should be 10 calories per pound. So if you're currently at 167, theoretically you would need 1,670 calories a day to maintain your weight. These figures…
    in Vacation eating/ what is your maintenance calorie amount? Comment by natyasa March 2014
  • Although not diagnosed until recently (31 yrs of age), I suspect that I've had Hashimoto's since childhood. I was truly a chubby kid, never "skinny" albeit eating healthy. And I remember spurts of weight loss (when Hashimoto's goes hyperthyroid). In my adult life, I was most "fit" when very very active (gym 4-5x/week, 90…
    in Young age of onset Comment by natyasa March 2014
  • DHubSleevery had some GREAT suggestions. I just had my 3rd parathyroidectomy, in which they had to remove the right side of my thyroid (unplanned). I was already on Synthroid for Hashimoto's but I guess they found something on the right side of my thyroid which is why they removed it while they were in there catching those…
    in positive surgery outcomes Comment by natyasa February 2014
  • My mom takes moducare for her RA...also an auto immune disease. It has really helped her with joint pain, fatigue, and because her current medication suppresses her immune system, it has reeeaalllyyy helped her stay away from the common cold which can easily develop into something bigger. She swears by it. I ordered a…
    in Anyone else try Moducare? Or Protandim? Comment by natyasa January 2014
  • Hi everyone! I was diagnosed with Hashimotos a few months ago. I've had persistent hyperparathyroidism since 13yo (currently 31yo), with 2 surgeries under my belt, and a 3rd next month. Apparently there is some sort of connection between hyperparathyroidism and Hashimotos. Not exactly sure what is it though. I've been on…
    in Friendship & Intro Thread Comment by natyasa January 2014
  • I didn't know how common this was until I was diagnosed this past Monday!! I started on Synthroid this past Wednesday and haven't seen a difference yet. Looks like I'll have to wait a few weeks to see if it's really helping. I read going gluten-free and sugar-free really helps with Hashimoto's. Which is great because I had…
    in I have Hypothyroidism, I started taking Levothyroxine.... Comment by natyasa October 2013
  • Thanks for starting this! SW - 140 CW - 137 GW - 130 UTG - 125 July 1 - 137 July 8 - July 15 - July 22 - July 29 - Final Weigh In -
    in Lose 5 Pounds in July Challenge Comment by natyasa July 2012
  • I thought of a few more things. Add a thin slice of cucumber to water (very refreshing) Add a slice of orange & lemon (nice flavor) You'll think you're in a high-end spa all day long! :wink:
    in Need motivation: so sick of drinking water! Comment by natyasa July 2009
  • When I get bored of water (which is rarely, but it happens!), I make cold Roasted Barley tea (tastes amazing) or add some Apple Cider Vinegar (2 tbp in a 16oz glass of water). The ACV needs getting used to, but it's great for your body (balances PH levels). My hair and nails grow stronger and faster when I drink it daily.…
    in Need motivation: so sick of drinking water! Comment by natyasa July 2009
  • I think you should stick to your routine and not worry about a certain number of caloric increase on a particular day. Your metabolism is already starting to work faster, so 1 day of splurging isn't going to set you back if you return to normal habits the following day.
    in Exercise or Not? Comment by natyasa July 2009
  • Thanks for taking the time posting this! Artichokes are definitely my fave, let's see what else is good for us :)
    in #1: 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth Comment by natyasa June 2009
  • Do you have mercury fillings in your teeth? I was too diagnosed with mercury toxictiy, and have long shown signs since I was a teenager - doing heavy metal detoxes certainly helped, but with 8 mercury fillings in my mouth, the detoxes were pretty much useless. Because of my fillings, I developed severe allergies (I'm…
    in MASTER CLEANSE AKA LEMONADE DIET Comment by natyasa June 2009
  • I did the Master Cleanse for 10 days 2 years ago. I originally did because of a lingering stomach virus that wouldn't allow me to keep down solids. I was not hungry. I was not tired or sluggish. I felt GREAT! I mean, I LOVE food, but the hormones and the chemicals they use nowadays really do a lot to your body. I'm…
    in MASTER CLEANSE AKA LEMONADE DIET Comment by natyasa June 2009
  • Count me in! I joined last week just to give this place a try and LOVE it! Although my weight loss is only 10-11lbs, my personal goal is to lose and MAINTAIN my goal weight until August for my cousin's wedding. Age: 26 Starting Weight: 136 Current Weight: 136 Goal Weight: 125 Work out: 30 minutes 5 days a week
    in Up for a Summer Challange??? 20 lbs by August 31st Comment by natyasa June 2009
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