Nursejuliej

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  • Apparently it is difficult to find a good doctor who will listen to the patient. It is imperative that a lab draw include not only a TSH level, but also a Free T3 & T4. Last year I was on Synthroid 125 mcg only and my TSH was "normal", but I felt horrible, basically like I was in a brain fog all day. My T3 was still low.…
    in changed thyroid med - getting results finally! Comment by Nursejuliej March 2011
  • Thank you again everyone. I recieved some great suggestions for portion control. I really appreciate everyone's input.
    in MFP for children Comment by Nursejuliej March 2011
  • Well, puberty has crossed my mind, but she's only 8 yrs old. She's tall for her age, as was I. I think she's about 4 ft 10 inches, and weighs about 115 lbs. I guess I'll have to do some research on this one. Oh boy, not ready for puberty. I have 4 boys who are bottomless pits. I think sometimes she thinks she should eat…
    in MFP for children Comment by Nursejuliej March 2011
  • Thank you everyone! I actually agree very much with all of you and for several years now we've been working on modeling a healthy lifestyle with our children. We have 5 children ages 15 years to 14 months old. 4 boys and one girl! Our daughter is wonderful and we compliment her all the time on how beautiful she is. I just…
    in MFP for children Comment by Nursejuliej March 2011
  • That's an awesome feeling! I remember when I crossed that line. Now I'm about 10 lbs to go til I'm in the "normal weight" BMI catagory. Keep on going! You're doing great!
    in Finally crossed that BMI line Comment by Nursejuliej March 2011
  • Thanks for the answers. I've decided to use my common sense on this one and listen to my back. At the gym this morning I did some planks and superman isometric's exercises. No pain to my back during this and I can't possibly see how doing these kind of exercises would re-herniate it. I will know tomorrow if I'm in pain,but…
    in back surgery and core exercises Comment by Nursejuliej February 2011
  • Way to go! You're looking really good. I wish I would have had your attitude after the birth of my first born who is now 15 yrs old. I finally kicked my health into gear after the birth of my 4th baby. I now have 5 kids and feel better than I did 15 yrs ago! Congratulations!
    in It's Working! Comment by Nursejuliej February 2011
  • Absolutely you should be taking supplements! For over a year now my doctor has me taking VitD3 supplements. Every six weeks I have my thyroid and Vit D level drawn. It's taken a year to go from a level 17 to 41. I take 5000 IU a day. My dr. wants my level between 50 - 70. Vitamin D3 is essential to your immunity. Optimal…
    in Vitamin D Deficiency Comment by Nursejuliej February 2011
  • Usually when I eat emotionally I don't recognize it right away. Once I do, I stop myself in my tracks and change my behavior. If I feel it's necessry to mindlessly munch while I mentally deal with my emotions then I get out a bag of baby cut carrots and eat away! It always help to keep raw vegies on hand. I also will try…
    in Sad-emotional eater Comment by Nursejuliej February 2011
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