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I am pretty shocked that he reccomended it if you're already having low blood sugars, but I'm not the doctor- lol. I don't know personally- but I've known a few people that tried it and they had some pretty crappy symptoms. They mainly experienced stomach issues and said they felt like they had no energy. But everyone is…

Mine is 40% carbs, 30% protein and 30% fat. This is from my dietician and doctor, I am a type 1 diabetic though. If your worried, I would ask your dr's opinion and either see a dietician or a nutritionist, as everyone is different.

I've been using Jillian Michaels Natural Whey Protein shake mix. I absolutely love the vanilla ( i havent tried the other flavors yet) for a scoop its only 100 calories, 7g of carbs, and has 15g of protein. It also doesnt have any artificial perservatives or sweetners. I want to say I get around 13-14 scoops per container…

It does get easier with each day, I'll promise you that! I never used to drink alot of water and now I usually have 8-8oz servings of water before lunch! lol. Its kind of crazy because if there is a day where I don't get alot of water in I feel like CRAP. Your body gets used to having the water like anything and can…

First of all I think all brides are beautiful! I got married last October. I spent TWO years- planning and making my own decorations, doing my own flowers, my own invitations, blah blah blah....LOL I had it in my head what the perfect day was going to be. Few months before hand, I got an infection in my foot/leg. Infection…

OP-I hope you didn't get too discouraged. You will find many people that respond don't always read every comment on the forum, even though I think they should. As I am a type 1 Diabetic, I need carbs to function, but I can't have too many at a time, for obvious reasons. There is something called the glycemic index(GI). The…

I have many health issues, including the title to your topic. You can feel free to add me as a friend if you wish :) Although a have a very long journey, we are all essentially here for the same reasons :)

Everyone has different goals and some people have a longer journey then others. They important thing is you're here and working hard to get to that finish line. Congrats on your success!! You look great! Keep up the good work :)

I use her Whey Protein powder every day! I use the vanilla kind and love it! I use a handful of ice, 1/2c almond milk, one scoop of powder and about 1-1/2 cup of your fav fruit and turn the blender on :) I buy it at Walmart also :) If for some reason your walmart in canada doesnt carry it on hand-- you can order from…

Welcome Kayla! :) I too have quite a bit of weight to lose, so I feel you. Remember to take one day at a time and if that seeming overwhelming start out with a meal at a time. I currently can't do a whole lot of excercise-- as I am still healing from a Diabetic complication and haven't been cleared to go for walks/jogs etc…

First of all~ you've taken step number 1 and you joined MFP and are trying to change. Secondly, you are recording everything your eating which is another step in the right direction. If you haven't already go and read http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/654536-in-place-of-a-road-map-2-0-revised-7-2-12 Read and…

When I cook my chicken breast (bake, grill , etc) I usually add chicken seasoning and lemmon pepper to it- I think it takes great that way. As far as Veggies, what are some of your new favorites? Any dislikes? I like to cut up fresh veggies and put then in a frying pan- i dont use oil just enough cooking spray so they…

If you new and haven't done so already take the time to read and understand this--- http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/654536-in-place-of-a-road-map-2-0-revised-7-2-12 Under 1200 calories a day is considered starvation mode. If what you're doing works- it works. However you can't "be in starvation mode" for a long…

I would like to share something with you :) Please visit http://www.rippedusa.com/diet-stabilize-start.html and it also explains it. Also note - I printed this off and asked my dr if there was anything truth to it and i was told there was. When your Blood sugar goes above 120 and below 80- your body goes into "fat storing…

Did you know the average person's weight can fluctuate up to FIVE pounds in one day? I would use other methods besides the scale :)

Check out this website... http://www.everydayhealth.com/digestive-health-pictures/10-foods-that-help-relieve-constipation.aspx#/slide-1 Suggests the best fruit to eat to help--- hope it helps you out some and good luck :)

If it dis-courages you- start over, especially if you've been away from a while or havent weighed in for a while. If you choose to start over, i would record a weekly weight regardless of what it says. Use the same day and the same time of day each week. I also have started doing measurements, because even if your weight…

When I get a notification that someone added a new pictureMy first thought that came to mind is--- "REALLY? the other 1,098 pictures weren't enough?" :)

Request sent and Welcome :)

I'm from the "northern midwest", I live in North Dakota :)

Welcome back!! :D I'm fairly new here myself, think i joined sometime in August. I have a ways to go -- I'm type 1 Diabetic so it's kind of a slower process then most, but I WILL get there- even if its slower- and so will you. You can feel free to add me if you'd like :)

That is great! Congrats on all your success's :) You look great! I hope you guys enjoyed the time he was home! :)

Well... so many have replied but I am going to put my two cents in also :) In response to "I'm not a morning person"...You learn to adjust. Trust me, you do. I have worked 6am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, and 11pm-6am, at the same job before, and I'm not talking about swing shifts. I started out on nights, there was an opening on the…

I'll be honest- I had never heard of him before, but wow- I watched the link you posted and he seems like a great rolemodel and very inspirational as you said. Hope all went well :)

Hello :) I was in college in 2001 when I was diagnosed with T1- I was pretty sick my spring semester of college- and towards the end of the year they finally figured out what it was. At the same time I was diagnosed I also got a blister on my foot that wouldnt heal ;) Because i was overweight, they first automatically…

Try not to stress over it. The more you're stressed, the harder it is to lose weight! Something I have started doing is if I know I'm going out- looking up the place online and finding out what thier foods have in it- calories, fat, carbs etc. So im still planning what I am going to eat before I get there. Most buffet…

Welcome Back! :) I don't think you owe us an apology. Your body might want one- lol. I only say that because I have gone down and up pretty much all my life and this last time i apologized to mine. This time when I get to my goal weight- im going to continue to use MFP just so I don't gain it back ever again :) But anyway,…

Totally forgot to say what i was taking...lol and my apologies for the book on the earlier post. Right now I take 50 units of lantus in the morning and 50 units before bed, and for my fast acting I take 4-6 units with each meal, depending if i eat the 30g of carbs or the 60g. This is way down from pre amputation- I feel…

I hope you continue to try to cut down your carbs and be active, and I encourage you all the way. I want to share something with you ( and everyone else) that happened to me. I used to be alot like you(from the sounds of it) I LOVED and I'll even say i was addicted to Breads & Pasta. I had the neurotic thinking that I…

As for the person that was so VERY insulting....You are not perfect either, otherwise guess what? You wouldn't be here tracking your calories and excercise with the rest of us~ We all have our downfalls and bad days along with the good days. Now to the M&M eating.. i'd like to share a saying with you. "Those of us that…