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Smoking is both a physical addiction to nicotine and a psychological habit. Since you're using nicorette gum, right now you're working on developing new habits. Some things that worked for me: - keep yourself busy, preferably out of the house - avoid your usual smoking routines, e.g. if you always had a smoke with your…
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It all depends what kind of surgery it is. A tubal is usually done via laparoscopy and you're up and about the same day. When I had a laparoscopic gall bladder removal it was done as day surgery. I was home that night, cutting my lawn a week after and back to work as an RN in acute care after two weeks. But I agree with…
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I'm no expert but I would do two things: a) put it behind me and start fresh tomorrow b) try to figure out what triggered the overeating and make plans to deal with the trigger(s). Everybody slips up; it's no reason to beat yourself up over it. By trying to "make up for it" all week you'll keep thinking about it and…
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* Bust: Measure around the chest right at the nipple line, but don't pull the tape too tight. * Chest: Measure just under your bust * Waist: Measure a half-inch above your belly button or at the smallest part of your waist * Hips: Place tape measure around the biggest part of your hips * Thighs: Measure around the biggest…
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Fruit, veggies, whole grains, lots and lots of water if she likes it. Fruit juices are good too, prune juice, stewed prunes. Just keep in mind the sugar content could give her cavities - have her brush her teeth after she has anything like that. Warm baths help too; you can add some baking soda to the tub. I have no idea…
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There is a definite link between weight loss and gall bladder stones. This article explains it as well as any other I've seen: http://win.niddk.nih.gov/publications/gallstones.htm#weightloss I had the same problem and had my gall bladder removed. My experience was totally positive. I had the laparoscopic surgery and was…
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The mystery of squash solved: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Squash_(drink) I knew I'd heard that term before in a "Fawlty Towers" episode! :laugh: :laugh: :laugh:
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A lot of the database has been entered by members; sometimes the entries look weird. I often double check with another site if something looks not quite right. But just in general: one pound is 16 ounces. One serving of meat is 2-3 ounces. I go by the Canada Food Guide for serving sizes but I'm sure there are similar…
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I think it's important to count calories at the beginning, plus weigh/measure your food, until you get a better eye for "normal" portions. I found that I had hugely misjudged portion sizes, something that is pushed on us by restaurants and advertising. Once you feel comfortable with portion sizes you may be able to go…
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Sounds like fun! But it also reminds me of this old joke: A guy is terribly overweight, so his doctor puts him on a diet. "I want you to eat regularly for two days, then skip a day, and repeat this procedure for two weeks. The next time I see you, you'll have lost at least five pounds." When the guy returns, he's lost…
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Belly fat is hard to lose but if you lose overall and keep exercising it will come off. I still have a big gut but before I started this it was hard for me to sit on a chair and bend down to tie my shoes; that's not a problem any more. I think you're on the right track, pilates are great for core strength but any exercise…
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I've tried running on a treadmill and hated it. Outside is much better; the fresh air and the view especially. But just in case we're getting our usual three-month deluge this winter, how do you change the settings between walking and running? Is it just one number difference or more?
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I'm also just starting this. The first time I only managed 6 reps but yesterday I did the full 8. I was running on the sidewalk, so after 4 reps (60sec run/90sec walk) I turned around and did 4 reps on my way home. I found it easier the second time because I ran uphill for the first half and downhill for the second. I also…
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My hubby has a little mask that fits right around his nose. I've seen the noseplug type too; there are different options and absolutely work with your service provider until you find the one that works best for you. Good luck! This is a nasty condition - my husband got so bad he fell asleep at red lights - while driving!
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That would be.... beer? :noway: Hey, I always knew it's good for you! :laugh:
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This was great! I left out the breadcrumbs - well, ok, I forgot them:embarassed: - but it was still very tasty. Thanks for sharing!
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Vista is evil :explode:
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When my son was off work the same thing happened. It secretly bothered him but he'd still go and raid the fridge. He is a soccer player so that helped a bit because even laid off he'd still scrape up enough money to be on the team. Luckily he got an apprenticeship in construction and the pounds melted off in no time. Now…
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I had the same thing happen to me but I only tried once out of some weird curiosity. I figured I needed a new scale :laugh:
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Since it's been going on for a couple of weeks a check-up with your doctor would be a good idea. It sounds as if you might have injured yourself during that 6 mile run - sometimes it doesn't take much. Some home treatment ideas are rest and ice (which you have been doing but maybe you need to give it more time). If there…
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Looks like you've already taken the first step and acknowledged you're overeating because of stress. You need to find healthier ways to deal with stress. I'm a Canadian and I don't' know what resources are available to you, but this site looks interesting and you may be able to find what you need here:…
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It sounds like you're handling it very well :flowerforyou: You're not judging, you're not making nasty comments. You can't control how others act or feel. Maybe over time some of them will get the message and make some lifestyle changes of their own, but it's up to them. Just continue what you're doing; sounds fine to me!
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If people pressure me I just say "no, thank you." Repeat as needed. No explanation required; that only leads to them trying to persuade you with arguments like "one little bite won't hurt", "you're looking good the way you are" etc. Being invited to dinner, yes, do bring something that you can eat. Bring enough for…
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Totally with you, oh truly noblefairy. All of us who have quit smoking have already proven we've got TONS of willpower. The problem with food is, you can't just quit, you've got to keep eating but changing the way you eat, and that's the hard part. I'm usually starving when I get home from work, even though I take a good…
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This is exactly my beef with WW: you don't really learn enough about nutrition, like how they figure out the "points". From my experience, and what I've learned since, I would say they take your calories for the whole week, so if you're on 1,200 a day that's 8,400 per week, but your regular "points" are a bit short each…
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You can find some info here; also when it can be a more serious problem: http://www.healthlinkbc.ca/kbase/topic/special/tb1772/sec1.htm
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Chalk it off to ignorance on her part. Every time I do something different it's "oh, that must be a German thing". And then when my mother visits me in Canada, everything she sees "is that what Canadians do?" Sometimes you can educate somebody if they have a "teachable moment" but if not, it's not worth ruining your day…
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Exercise may not help weight loss as much, but it helps getting toned, increasing stamina, heart lung capacity and many other things that are good for us. It's also fun. The person in the article seemed to be looking upon it as punishment - that's not for me. Yes, it takes a bit of discipline to get up and out and do it,…
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Congratulations on taking steps to become healthy! :flowerforyou: You can find 5-10 minute workout videos at http://www.sparkpeople.com/resource/videos.asp Some of them are also on YouTube. You don't need much floor space and they're good for beginners. I would not recommend learning yoga from a DVD; I think you need to…
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Yeah, I don't miss those twelve-hour nights. I remember still being pretty pumped right after work and not able to sleep for a couple hours anyway, so I agree that's probably the best time for a workout. Good on you being considerate of your family and making sure you spend time with them!:flowerforyou:
