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My understanding of it is that it is a healthier alternative than some other oils/fats. I tend to use only olive or coconut oil for cooking, even then I use oils sparingly. I've found that vegetable oil makes me bloat badly, get nauseous and all around lousy feeling. In truth, I prefer to use coconut oil as a moisturizer -…

I've had horrific pain and cramping since my cycle began at the age of 12. I'm now 48. I was diagnosed with Endometriosis in my early 30's and had surgery for it once. The bottom line for me, is that I have at least ONE day every month where I am incapable of movement w/o pain...or because the flow is ridiculously heavy.…

I often have a difficult time with breakfast and have taken my supplements on an empty stomach for 30 years. Once or twice a year, I get strange stomach cramps because of it, but I do take them with a large glass of whatever random liquid I am drinking when I get up...tea, usually. I think a lot of people are just more…

I see a lot of really great comments here from other posters. Speaking from personal experience, I worry for you that verbal abuse will escalate to physical. You don't want to leave the guy, so does this mean you see yourself as worthless? He certainly seems to see you this way. Any human being who talks down to another in…

I saw an extremely simple craft project that literally takes hardly any time at all and the finished product is really cute. You would take a clean can and merely surround it with clothespins - clip them over the rim. The can and/or the pins can be painted or decorated, also. They make cute holders for just about anything…

Cooking, particularly baking, in place of whatever oil the recipe calls for. I use my hand mixer and whip up a batch to put in jars I have saved, to use as a moisturizer...it works beautifully and my skin is healthier than it's been in years. Comes out light and fluffy...you can add a few drops of any essential oil for…

Ponds cold cream works like a charm too...is not pricey and doubles as a really nice moisturizer after you wipe it off. It's an old formula that's been around for awhile.

First off - you look fantastic!! You speak words of wisdom and I really appreciate you taking the time to post this. Thank you, I needed to read that :)

Moms side used the French names - Memere & Pepere (pronounced Memmay and Peppay) and Dads side was Gramma and Grandpa...now that I am one, I am Memere to continue that tradition :)

I don't know if anything I say can help or not, but your experience is similar to my own. I'm 48 and always had a very fit, athletic figure, despite the fact that I was diagnosed with Hypothyroidism over 20 years ago. For me, it has only been within the past few years that weight has piled on and perimenopause has been an…

Recently turned 48 and trying to lose, ideally, about 80 lbs...have lost 11 so far. Anyone can add me if they like - we all need all the support we can get :)

Ugh...when I think about how I used to eat it makes me feel ill lol ......entire bags of chips along with the whole container of dip....extra large chocolate bars...I made a box of Suddenly Salad once, added extra bacon, avocado, more mayo and ranch dressing...it was so rich and sickening...and I ate it all. A bag of super…

People are offering some really good options here...I have problems with it too. I have to avoid too much cheese, for one...and ingest more fruits and veggies...made the mistake of eating a little too many cherries one night and constipation wasn't an issue any longer LOL

I've had hypothyroidism for over 20 years. I've researched everything on it and there really is no magic bullet/special foods to help. I take a mix of vitamins/supplements, but they are pretty basic ones. I've read about the benefits of kelp/seaweed (high in iodine)...coconut oil, you name it. There is no solid evidence…

I'm glad someone else asked, because I've been here for 6 weeks and had no clue LOL Should have just googled it :)

Wow! I'm seriously impressed! What focus and determination you have. You're absolutely stunning NOW...can't imagine what you will look like after another 75 lbs lost! You have every right in the world to be super proud of your achievement!

Heavy or thin, you're a beautiful woman and an absolute inspiration to all of us! Massive kudos to you! :)

Heaviest 210 Lightest 118 Now 201 Goal 140 I'm 5 3/4" My weight gain was just due to a period of inactivity (laziness!) I have hypothyroidism, so it makes it harder to keep your weight down. For me, it's not nearly as important to watch what I eat and my portions (of course, that matters) but if I do not stay moving and…

I can't stand Bad Day by Daniel Powter...makes me want to run away screaming. Also, anything by Hootie & the Blowfish.

You definitely have a positive attitude and that's the most important thing! My question is this: While your weigh-in was unsuccessful, had you been keeping track of your measurements at all? I ask only because I noticed, for myself, a large loss of inches but zero weight, for 2 weeks (I weigh-in and do measurements…

Thanks everyone for all the encouragement and the friend requests :) We all know it can be so hard sometimes to stay motivated and focused. This site has helped me tremendously with really thinking about the choices I make...I look food up here and of course on packages, etc, before I decide to ingest. I did do one thing…