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Not rude at all. Sure you didn't use the word please but you didn't order him to do it either. "Could you" implies that you recognize he has the power to refuse your request. This is essentially what the word please accomplishes. You are making a plea from a position of inferior power. His nitpicking over some "magical…
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Traditionally, scrambled eggs are made with 2 Tablespoons of whole milk per egg. This contributes to the calories [edit: and sodium] but I haven't done the maths to see if it accounts for the entire difference.
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What you are seeing is the natural consequence of being a short-waisted woman. Basically, the distance between your rib cage and your hips is small so, your body has to fit everything that a longer-waisted woman has into a small er space. I'm sure if you put your mind to it, you can get thin enough to get rid of it but you…
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There's one thing I wish young women would understand. There is a difference between beauty and fashion. Beauty is timeless. Fashion changes with the wind. Once it was fashionable for women to be pleasingly plump then it was to be rail thin. At another time, it was fashionable to have wide hips, a thin waist and a flat…
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You are made that way. It's called violin hips or high hips. Here's an article on how to disguise them if they bother you. Personally, I think they are beautiful and not anything to worry about. I received many compliments on mine when I was a healthy weight and almost certainly someone is admiring yours even if they…
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Yes, photos do lie. There is some distortion depending on the lens used, zoom, the angle of the photograph and even patterns on clothing. If you look about the web I'm sure you can find articles on how to pose or if you are the photographer how to frame so that the subject looks better.
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What the voices say won't be true unless you give up. The moment you recommit to doing this for yourself, is the moment you regain control. Tell them to shut up, you are made of sterner stuff! Plus, look at that ticker! Look how far you've come! You've made a change in your weight. That's a winner in my books. I know so…
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Do you run because you enjoy it? Perhaps, you need some variety. Maybe, you'd prefer something more social? Just thoughts
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Sure, I have, however, I would have noticed if the friendship had been dropped, examined my actions, had some remorse and made an attempt to make amends. (This is all assuming that there is some possible way to justify such a nasty statement.) If the friend still wanted nothing to do with me, I'd recognize it was my own…
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I bet if you take the time to examine this friendship you would find that there was a pattern of negative behaviour. Trust me, when you see it you won't be able to "unsee" it but you'll be able to walk away with absolutely no regrets because you'll know that the person has already created his own personal hell. All this…
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Excellent! I'm only 2 lbs over the ideal. I should have this wrapped up in a week. I wish! My primary goal is fitness. I LONG to feel light on my feet again. I was 120 lbs when I felt my healthiest and I (and others) thought I'd gained too much weight then. I blame it on chubby cheeks (facial). he he. To be 120 lbs again…
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Yes, I'll be observing Lent this year by eating simpler, less flavourful, strictly home-made meals. Hopefully, it will free up more time for contemplation during that period. I could learn to appreciate simpler foods too. I get grumpy if it's not spicy. lol. I'm not RC btw.
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I didn't tell her to avoid hygiene. What I told her is that the human body always has pathogens in it so if she doesn't have proper nutrition, rest and appropriate (as in not excessive) exercise she will still be likely to become sick from working out hard. The problem is not necessarily external. The fact is most of the…
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Paleo avoids legumes so unless she makes an exception peanut butter is out. I was going to suggest home-made muesli but that's out too because of oats. She has selected a difficult road. OP try a paleo forum. They may be more knowledgeable on this matter.
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It happened to me too. Here's how I stopped it. Adequate rest If my body is tired, I rest. Naps are very helpful. Encourage your toddler to take a nap in the afternoon and join her. Good nutrition Your body can't fight off infection without being properly nourished. Make something simple and nourishing to eat/drink and…
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Your body probably needs the calcium from the dairy but dairy is high in a type of fat that increases prostaglandin production, leading to stronger contractions of the uterus and more pain. The oils in fatty fish on the other hand counteract this. Instead, if you choose to have sardines, they are also high in Calcium (chew…
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This is good sense. Fruit is good too but be careful and not eat too many. They can set you up for cravings. Later on you mention, peanut butter. Now, if you put some peanut butter on an apple (instead of a cracker). The combination of the proteins, fat, fibre and micronutrients may calm your cravings better than if you…
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You shouldn't feel any guilt. That's actually a good choice. Protein, healthy fats and some starch for energy. Just add some fibrous veggies and see how it works.
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You ARE feeling real hunger because during that time your body has a greater need for nutrients and energy which translates into calories. The trick is finding the right balance. It's a fallacy that the body needs a set number of calories each day. The body's needs fluctuate and these figures are just averages. Nutrient…
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Happy Birthday!!! :flowerforyou: Forget about yesterday. You were probably just anticipating what a wonderful day you'll have today. Don't deprive yourself. Treat yourself as you planned for your birthday. I believe in feasts and fasts -- not strictly, more of an attitude. When there is something to celebrate it's fine to…
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How about the old-fashioned approach? "Son! Sit at that table and do your homework where I can keep an eye on you." Also, are you sure that he doesn't have some reason, other than laziness, for avoiding the work? Procrastination, if that's what this is, often happens because a person is trying to avoid anxiety. Next, in my…
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I absolutely loathe rice so I'd just order what I want and fill half of my plate with vegetables. Anything extra I'd have packed up.
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It's a very good post OP. I know for myself, my problem isn't malfunctioning hunger signals. It's simply the clearing the plate habit; eating out of boredom; being complacent about my food choices; being inactive and being polite in a society where people are easily offended if you refuse food. I remember one person who…
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Thank you! I will remember to ask. I'm quite happy with it so far. I'm not strong yet but I'm stronger than I was before. I love the no nonsense approach of calisthenics and the freedom.
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Stick with the South Beach diet but don't get too caught up in their specialized foods. I suggest this because firstly your doctor recommended it. He or she probably thought a heart healthy diet would be appropriate for you. Even if you don't stick with South Beach in the long term and decide to switch to calorie counting…
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Drink when you are thirsty. Don't force yourself to drink. Remember you are also getting water from your food especially fruits and vegetables. Drinking too much water can make you sick and even kill you. Be sensible. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Water_intoxication
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They do nothing for your abs and are a great way to ruin your back. Lose fat through diet instead and regain your time for something worthwhile.
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See your physician.
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It's normal. Your body has a greater energy requirement at that time because it's manufacturing a cocktail of hormones. Sweet potatoes work well for me because they provide the carbs the body demands along with B vitamins which help the nervous system and a wide range of other vitamins and minerals too. The potatoes also…
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Grab a cookbook that has a section dedicated to eggs and master cooking them. I guarantee you'll find a way to enjoy them even if you decide that it will be in cake or ice cream.
