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I find swimming the best for stress relief. The stress seems to wash right away as I go. And it makes my whole body tired and relaxed, so good sleeping afterward, too.
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A qualified person who gets up and leaves may have some qualifications, but a qualification they lack is an ability to figure out how to work with others. Do it often enough and your work history shouts that the hiring manager will end up having to spend time, money, and energy finding your replacement sooner or later and…
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People physically run into me on the street. I think because they are so busy trying to avoid looking at me that they don't see me. It's not that they couldn't avoid running into me, this isn't in crowds. It's mind-boggling.
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Do you do anything like knitting, crocheting, or needlework (cross stitch, embroidery, needlepoint)? I find if I keep my hands busy even while watching TV that I don't eat.
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Graze boxes are available in the US.
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And eat enough fat that you are not limiting the absorption of fat soluble vitamins and don't interfere with elimination and health of hair and skin.
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On the other hand, if you've recently cut out caffeine, that can cause massive headaches. But I wouldn't underestimate calories if I were only eating 1200 a day.
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Shingles is caused by a virus. Did your doctor say the stress of so much exercise damaged your immune system? If you eat extremely healthy, why would you need to exercise 3 hours a day?
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Cholesterol is a mix of diet and genetics. For my dad, no amount of dietary restriction moved the numbers down. For me (with half my mom's genes) I had dramatic change just from reducing red meat and adding Metamucil (because even with fruits and veggies I wasn't getting sufficient fiber). I've lost nearly 60 pounds and my…
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I did Optifast back when it was new and there was no support for transition and maintenance. I had no trouble not eating a bite for 18 weeks. But failed in transition and maintenance. But if you are extremely overweight, it seems to me that most plans now do have the support for transition and maintenance. Just be…
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If you're at net 560 and have a snicker you're net 780 or so for the day. That's not enough calories. Maybe you're hungry at night because you aren't eating enough. And it would be a good thing to most days have most of your calories in things that nourish you with the occasional calorie dense treat (maybe on a day when…
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I think the most important thing I did was to start slowly. I actually just logged without worrying about totals the first two weeks. It was a real eye opener to what I was eating that was high-density in calories that wasn't really worth it. And what was low-density that I loved and could ad more of. Then I set myself up…
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I buy ruby red grapefruit and don't find they need added sweetness. My dad would add a little salt to make grapefruit sweeter.
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Weekends without structure can throw me off track. Cookies (I know how to bake a dozen of a number of different cookies just off the top of my head) on the weekend Really good bread in restaurants.
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OP, how many times did you start working out and fall off? I bet you didn't start gung ho only once. I sure didn't. I just hope for each of them that this time is the time it sticks and they get healthier and happier (because that usually goes together). And I'll just keep me off hours gym schedule to avoid the crush (I…
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I've lost 61 so far. And have 100 lbs to go. I've been disappointed in how much the forums seem to be HS flirting or nonsense. So this may be just the kind of help I need. BoDiva88
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I don't leave for my brother's til 1:40. So there's no reason not to work out Thursday morning. A lot of scheduling gets messed up on a 4-day weekend. So being able to get in a bike in the morning makes me feel a bit more comfortable about everything. It also improves my mood, which is helpful when I'm going to be spending…
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Grunting while lifting is bad for your vocal chords. Best to breath through and not put pressure on them.
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Awesome! I had a little one this weekend. A bracelet I couldn't wear that I really like now fits me again. Love those NSVs.
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Someone here will remember where it is and link to the weighing versus measuring video, but for just one example 40 gr of dry oatmeal is a serving. the box says that's ½ cup. but when i put ½ cup of dry oatmeal on the scale it weighs 60 gr. That's 50% more calories than I'd record if I were doing it by cup measures and not…
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With only 13 pounds to lose, you may do better trying to lose 1/2 lb a week. Setting yourself up for 700 cals deficit is pretty low. And I'm so confused with what you are describing I have no idea. But someone will give you the link to the roadmap. I'd just say go to settings, be honest about each answer. And let it tell…
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I usually just need a light snack in the evening when I get home from the gym. Have my main meal mid-afternoon. If I don't have that little snack late, though, I wake up really hungry the next morning and can be a bit snacky. So I try to have some fruit and yogurt or some veggies and hummus about an hour after my workout.
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It doesn't evaporate. Use less in the pan (or use less in a smaller pan).
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Be sure you hydrate before you start (headache sure sounds like dehydration to me).
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My doctor sent me to MFP last spring. And it's pretty wonderful. Knowledge is power. You now have the power to thoughtfully eat and move. For food, choose wisely, weight it, enjoy it, and if you want something calorie dense, plan for it. Never let a slip become a pit, pick yourself back up and keep moving. For exercise,…
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Agree with the people saying eat healthy fats. Some vitamins are fat soluble, so you don't get benefit from them without enough fat. Your body also needs fat for a number of processes (not the least of which is elimination!). And yes, a midmorning and midafternoon snack might be good for you, rather than sticking to big…
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If you have sharp pain, swelling, or stiffness in the joint, I agree with those who say see a doctor. I went to a sports doc who specializes in nonsurgical treatment when I was having trouble with my knees. He recommended I ride an exercise bike or do other low impact excersice to strengthen my quads. And I went to…
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I'm usually not hungry immediately, but within an hour or so, especially if it was a long or hard workout. And yes, eat protein in particular. If you don't refuel, you risk a binge later. Learn to listen to the REAL hunger symptoms (not boredom, not habit, real hunger).
