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I had to chuckle when I read who funded the study. I'm not buying it.
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I think it depends on what your normal activity level is. If you've listed yourself as sedentary then yes, cleaning is exercise. If you're an active person then probably not unless you're doing a lot of heavy lifting, moving furniture, climbing up and down, and exerting more strenuous effort. Mowing the lawn is hard work…
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Thank you!
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In Nov. 2012 I weighed 339 pounds at 5'1". My BMI was 61, I was in a wheel chair having severe joint damage from arthritis, and I was 62 years old. My primary care physician and I both felt that my best chance to lose weight would be with bariatric surgery, so I decided to have the "sleeve". My insurance company required 6…
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We all need help and that's why we're here too, so be proud of yourself for making this effort. Now, I'm going to tell you something that is completely true. This time next year you could very well be close to or even at your goal weight. Believe it because you can. Start you food diary right away and list everything...all…
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First, good for you to post your food diary. I know there are many of us who may feel embarressed over some of our food choices or when we go over our calorie goals. Seriously though if you really want to lose weight and be healthier you've got to get your head involved in making better decisions about what you're going to…
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It's great that you're accepting your personal responsibility in managing your pain. I also have FM, RA, and severe osteoarthritis. Despite not bring able to exercise much I have lost weight by calorie restriction. You may also want to check out the "Sit and Be Fit" programs, available on YouTube for free. Just do the best…
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Hi, and add me if you like. I've lost 118 pounds but I need to lose another 50...at least! I can tell you that even after more than a year it's still a challenge and still hard work, but so worth it! I need more active friends who will do more than just hit the "like" button every now and then.
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Looks like a delicious recipe and adaptable to perhaps ham too. I would also try a fat free cream cheese to reduce calories even more. I know how awful it is to be housebound as I was too for 3 years, but I am fortunate to have a strong husband who helped me get out occasionally. Pain as well as disability is a factor for…
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Hi and welcome to MFP. Feel free to add me as a friend if you think it will help you in achieving yo goal. I think for me the most important thing I've done is to log every meal, even the off days, and to set a calorie limit based on MFP recommendations. My calories are probably low for you but I have a very sedentary life…
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You've made a choice to be here and it's a good choice. MFP has been a tremendous help in keeping me on track and motivated. I'm 63, disabled and I've lost 118 pounds by reducing calories alone. You can do this if you commit yourself to logging your food everyday. This will make you more aware of your food choices and will…
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Congratulations and I'm seriously impressed! That's a huge loss for 100 days so you're pretty much a hero. You chose to keep your profile and your food diary private though but I'd love to have some food suggestions from you. It's taken me nearly 17 months to lose just a bit more than you have, so yeah, I'm pretty…
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I agree with what others said. Log your food, every morsel and be honest even when you go over and then open your diary so folks can make suggestions. Exercise is great but it's also true that calories are the most important factor. I've lost 118 pounds with very little activity due to disability. You can do this and it…
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Snacking is an impossible habit for me to break...at least thus far, so I've learned to substitute low calorie snacks. I bought a popcorn air popper and 5 cups is only 110 calories, of course I add garlic salt or some other seasoning. I was an ice cream hog so now I have the sugar free popsicles, 15 calories each. For my…
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Hi, you are not alone, we are all here for you and many of us understand exactly the place you are now. It seems that life has handed you some rough issues to deal with but the fact that you are capable to still be a loving mother, to pursue an education, and acknowlege your feelings demonstrate that you a woman capable of…
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You aready said it. Listen to yourself.
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When I read this I could feel my blood pressure rising! I spent 28 years of my life married to a jerk like that and I still recall how he made me feel when I was pregnant with our first child. You will never be more beautiful than you are right now so trust me, the problem is alllll his!. Please adore the wonderful event…
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The difference in 100 pounds for you is looking about 10 years younger. It's wonderful that you've taken charge of your life and made your health a priority. At 63, I can tell you that your reward is a much better quality of life ahead for you. Plus, your dog is gorgeous and I bet he loves walking with you.
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Congratulations on your success and your new vitality. You've given yourself a new life as well and this will impact everyone in your family in a positive way. Like you, I also thought bariatric surgery might be my only hope, but it just didn't work out that way, and I have learned that if I can lose weight, anyone can.…
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For me you hit the proverbial nail on the head when you called it "lying" because the thing about the food demon in our head is to recognize the lies. You know the lie that begins with "eat because you've been feeling lonely and this ice cream will really help", or the one that says "may as finish this pizza because you…
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Nicola, the difference in just your face alone is incredible and I hope you know what a very pretty lady you are. I know how hard you've worked to achieve not just the prettier face but a healthier body and life. You are setting a wonderful example for your child and the benefits for both of you are enormous. What your…
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Great sense of humor and that's a great start as you pursue a healther life. I agree with others who suggested you increase your calories initially and then gradually reduce as needed. The intial motivation may possbly be replaced with frustration if you begn to feel hungry or too deprived. You're in it for long term goals…
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Well actually two things are annoying. One is when despite having lost 118 pounds no one comments at all and the second is when someone notices you've lost weight and asks how much you weigh currently. After giving a truthful answer then the comment is, " Oh, well I weigh 125 and I'm the same height, so let's see, you…
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You're a lovely couple and your smiles reflect inner beauty as well. It's wonderful that you're doing this together!
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I've been doing 1200 calories a day for several months now and despite a sedentary lifestyle I continue to lose weight, BUT, I think it's most important to consider how you feel and if you're working or more active then 1200 seems too low. Also I'm only 5'2" and that 's relevant as well. If you feel like you need to eat…
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Hi and welcome to MFP. It's a huge asset and it will help you tremendously if you use it faithfully. Share your journey's struggles and celebrate your successes. Although I have lost a third of my weight I still hope to lose another 50 pounds and I expect that's going to take longer than the first 100. If I can help in…
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You're doing a great job in achieving your weight loss goals and 45 pounds in 8 months is not slow at all...that's how to keep it off. I think those of us who start with the goal of losing 100 pounds or more are carried by momentum for a while and then we have to deal with reality that this is long term and sometimes a…
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No doubt losing weight and perhaps even certain dietary restrictions, exercise, nutritional supplements and over the counter meds can help with arthritis pain. Still, as someone with RA who has gone from constant pain to severe joint damage in most of my body it's not likely those things are going to be enough. No sane…
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Congratulations! You should be proud, not just for the 20 pound loss but also for the 6 week commitment to better health!
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Wow, you look like a younger, healthier, and prettier version of you. Good work!
