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My advice is that it’s better to do something rather than nothing. There are times (more than I care to mention) when the last thing I want to do is go to the gym. But I *make* myself go, and I am ALWAYS glad I did! As for specifics, my recommendation is to start a weightlifting program (there are beginner programs noted…

Acrylics trash your nails/nail beds big time! I agree that maybe the nails were filed down too far. It’s really important to go to a reputable salon, not just some storefront place you happen to drive past.

It was a parafin treatment, which is supposed to soften your hands. I’ve had them several times without incident. Is it possible that your reaction is from something else?

This was the first time in a long while that I had heard anything about limiting eggs due to concerns about cholesterol. I remember when “they” said the yolk was unhealthy, then it wasn’t, blah blah blah. JAMA goes to great lengths to verify/confirm the studies it publishes, and they receive A LOT of them. That’s why when…

I’ve never had issues with my cholesterol, either. My doctor wrote an order 4 months ago for me to get a fasting blood test (😳), so I should probably do it ASAP and go from there.

Thank you for these articles. Did you look at the link I posted? This study was just released last week. “Conclusions and Relevance Among US adults, higher consumption of dietary cholesterol or eggs was significantly associated with higher risk of incident CVD and all-cause mortality in a dose-response manner. These…

The response above is so lovely and compassionate! Although I’d just been lurking, it even made me feel better about myself. 👍👍👍

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/article-abstract/2728487 If someone can find where it says it’s ok to eat more than 3 eggs/week (I know there’s cholesterol in other foods & that they focused on eggs), please point it out. I don’t mean that in an argumentative way, moreso in a lack of reading comprehension way.

I’ve logged pretty much every day for 2300 days or thereabouts. I’ve been better sometimes more than others, but I’m not quitting.

I watched that documentary, too! I’m trying to lose ~5lbs to get back to my “happy weight” and have never been obese, but it was FASCINATING to see the effects of obesity on the ENTIRE body. The “Aha!” moment for me was 25yrs ago when MY PARENTS told me I had gotten fat! Around the same time I saw a photo of myself at a…

I NEED THIS! Where is this place located???

People who outright ask this question, especially to a complete stranger, are idiots. Revel in that fact and make them feel as awkward as possible when responding.

I went through a deep depression last Winter after moving to a new city. No job, no friends, and having bronchitis for 10 days was awful. I didn’t leave our apartment for days at a time, and it was a struggle to even take a shower each day! I’m happy you are getting help and hope the meds give you relief. Please feel free…

Congratulations on your Marathon (and your 1/2 Marathon amykay9377!) Those conditions looked BRUTAL! Did you run Miami? A quick note about a heel to toe foot strike: I did the same thing for many years and ended up with a fractured lateral tibial plateau because of it. What happens is that you inevitably overstride. My…

OP, it is awesome that you have been so welcoming of the advice given by everyone! As posted above, it is very easy to fall into the trap of thinking you are a special snowflake ("I'm already athletic, I can modify this plan!") and that the "rules" don't apply to you. I know better, yet I still do the same thing because in…

I hadn’t either until a couple of Summers ago when the tops of both feet started itching uncontrollably. I literally had to scratch them with a stiff bristled hair brush to get any relief, which caused bloody scratches. A friend told me it was likely menopause related. I still get really itchy, and I’m good at moisturizing…

I agree with the others who’ve suggested HEALTHY fats like nuts/nut butters and full fat dairy. Dietary fat is an important macronutrient. You know your protein powder is highly processed, right?

I take Gabopentin for my restless legs which at times inhibit my sleep (and definitely my husband's!). I've been getting the night sweats for a couple of years now and have problems falling back to sleep after I throw the covers off (then on, then off, rinse & repeat). I tried melatonin a long time ago and it worked to a…

This is bunk aka woo. Your body takes care of toxins. Seasonally? What advantage would there be to do it that way? Why put your body through this? 🙄🙄🙄

Of course the show is about her weight. Would she even have a show if she wasn’t?

Toronto here!

Turning 50 has been tough because no matter where I live, the flipping AARP still tracks me down!

Andersonville is a lovely area! Ann Sather’s cinnamon rolls are ❤️❤️❤️

Honey & sriracha glazed Brussels Sprouts! Soooo good!

OP, Google and Yelp reviews don’t mean JACK SQUAT! Discount them. Rely on personal references (like your derm friend), NOT from people who may not even be real on THE FREAKING INTERNET! There are all kinds of horror stories about unqualified plastic surgeons. Sorry if that’s not what you want to hear.

I lost weight and became fit when I was in my mid-20’s. I’m 50 now and despite being healthy for half of my life, recovery is harder/takes longer. Running long distances on pavement has taken its toll because I didn’t lift weights or crosstrain until 10 years ago. My right foot is pretty arthritic. Knees pop/crack. Lower…

OP, I'll chime in with my personal experience. I had liposuction done a few years ago, although not on my stomach. I thought it would rid me of the unhappiness and self-conscious feelings about my appearance. Guess what? It hasn't. I still struggle with wearing a swimsuit and shorts. My suggestion is to think about how it…

I used to run A LOT (50+ mpw). After getting injured, my only choice was to swim. I figured it’d be a can of corn since I was in great running shape. Yeah...not remotely the same.

I strongly discourage you from taking Imodium before/during a long run. The reason it prevents diarrhea is because it dehydrates you, which is the LAST thing you want!

OP - I just want to tell you that you’re doing GREAT! It’s awesome that you’ve been receptive to the advice you’ve gotten. Sometimes people make posts like yours and get very defensive when they’re given advice and refuse to believe they’re doing anything wrong (e.g. “I’ve done it this way before”, “My friend/family…