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Yes, I agree, a bit crazy! Just trying to make the best of it and finish out this school year! I seriously sent him to school with pretzels, popcorn, blueberries and apples one day last week because I couldn't come up with anything solid to send him! Afterwards I found out that eggs cooked into a food is fine so I was able…

Soy is a goitrogen. A doctor told us to avoid goitrogens. I believe Stop the Thyroid Madness also has a section talking about soy. I believe it interferes with the thyroid properly absorbing iodine.

Jay Robb and foodbabe.com are both very useful sites, Thank you!

No, no bodybuilding in the near future :) Food allergies in the classroom have eliminated nut products, milk and egg. Originally it was just no nut products so I could still send hard boiled eggs, yogurt, string cheese but now these staples are not an option.

Great attitude! Way to go!

Great Work, Be Proud!!

I try not to make a huge deal out of the amount of food my kids eat. I let them have snacks and junk but it is in limited portions. I try to make healthier options for cookies and muffins. They each have chips everyday but it is only a lunch snack, my kids know they can have junk but they don't abuse it in the house. My 5…

Maybe a recumbent exercise bike adjusting the resistance as you heal? Might just have to take some downtime! Possibly pool workouts?

print save homemade protein bars Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 40 minutes ingredients: *3 cups organic raw oats *1/2 cup whole sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, or hemp seeds *1/2 cup unsweetened organic shredded coconut (I prefer this one) *1 teaspoon ground cinnamon *1 teaspoon Himalayan salt or sea…

Thanks for the vanilla tip! Going to try a couple batches tomorrow! Hoping these can work as a sandwich substitute for school lunch and also hoping to bridge the gap for older kids between after school- sports practice!

It is easy to make your own protein granola bars at home. You can vary the ingredients and protein boosters to suit your tastes. This version of the snack contains oats, bran, chocolate chips, and yogurt. A non-dairy version is also included. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Ingredients:…

Fudge Brownie Chocolate Protein Bars Adapted from Black Bean Brownies 1 1/2 cups black beans (1 15-oz can, drained and rinsed very well) (250g after draining) 3 tbsp dutch or regular cocoa powder (15g) 7 tbsp chocolate protein powder (I used Nutribiotic) (45g) scant 1/4 tsp salt 1/3 cup pure maple syrup or agave or honey…

Thank you NettaSue! I'll check that site, I have had no luck finding any that don't include nuts or nut butters!

I can relate to so much of what you posted above!!! You are certainly not alone! Sending you a frend request!

Same here! I get into a consistent routine and gradually build up and then wham another setback! I been trying to switch up different activities and lower the intensity! Not sure what the solution is but now I think the extra weight adds to my joint instability!

Fantastic job! It is super tough to make good decisions when it doesn't seem to be helping much! You are my inspiration of the day!

Awesome story! Can't wait for the success! Can you try to give us a weekly update? Would live to follow along!

Sent a request! Also trying to juggle a crazy school schedule!

It is so hard to stick with it, I totally agree!! As my schedule picks up I find it harder to eat well, along with limited time it is also hard to squeeze in exercise! Excuses are so easy!! I'm with you trying to stick with eating well and keep fitness in the schedule! I sent a friend request!

I was told that gluten greatly interferes with thyroid function. Not sure of the specifics because I aven't looked into enough yet. Low carb and gluten free are both very common for thyroid issues! Good luck!!

We have used our magic bullet for years now and will probably be replacing it soon! It is starting to struggle with entire frozen bananas. For the typical small chunks of frozen fruit, mainly berries, yogurt, kale, spinach, along these lines it has performed very well for at least 3-4 years! Also pretty much puréed baby…

Request sent, lets support each other!

Add me too, can always use a few more friends!

Could be many things causing the pain while wearing shoes that are not fitting or supporting your feet for running. Running sneakers are important and properly fitting shoes are also important.

This is success! Making improvements to you is what it is all about and you are doing a great job!

Makes sense about the anterior muscles! Should I work on increasing the weight or the reps with the front barbell position? I'm at the point now that I squat 30lbs but only 1 set of 8.

Totally Amazing!!

Do this for you! One day at a time!

Maybe Chai tea?

Switch to a tank top. I usually have long sleeves on or a tank!