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I've been taking antidepressants for years. I currently am taking Cipralex (Lexapro) and Wellbutrin XL. I was taking Celexa but the weight gain and low libido were problems. I was put on Wellbutrin and lost 15 lbs over a couple of months because I actually forgot to eat. Yup. Wellbutrin affects dopamine and norepinephrine.…

Oh, and in case you think my kids are girly girls... My 12 year old will take on most kids her age in paintball or laser tag and win. She has excellent aim. Dad has been teaching her paintball since she was 3 and hit every target on the range. And yet, she is very kind and empathetic and competent to care for babies. So…

OP, you did right. All children need affection and comfort. It doesn't matter how old. I have two girls. They are independent (age appropriately of course) and confident at ages 8 and 12. One of my hubby's coworkers told him long ago that they are confident because we gave them lots of cuddles and comfort when they were…

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Great advice. I need to try this. I've lost weight many times by cutting calories but I always gain it back. I just started using the treadmill again (have one at home so it's convenient). But I do need to do some strength training. I need to build some muscle to burn the calories later to prevent the yo-yo. Thanks.

I want to make sure I can look back at this thread for advice. Good info. I was lying in bed last night thinking that my weight loss is too slow so maybe I'll eat only half my exercise calories. You've set me straight. Slow is good. Eat your calories. If I follow your advice, maybe I can keep the weight off this time. I…

I'm not sure why some feel yolks have no benefits. Eggs are one of the most nutrient rich foods there are. Egg whites are mostly protein. Egg yolks contain most of the nutrients. Eating whole eggs can even help with weight loss. My personal opinion is that each person must study the data and make their own decision based…

I didn't use the books for carb info on specific foods. The overall info is good. They do have a book that lists foods. I have not used that. You could look for it in a book store and flip through it to see what they do have. Not sure if this helps or not.

Not sure if this will help but maybe there will be some useful new information for you. http://www.carbohydrateaddicts.com/ I've read 2 of their books and thought they had some interesting insight.

Interesting posts. I had a look at some of your previous posts. I have to make sure I can find you again. Keep up the good work.

I don't think I'd call myself a binge eater but I do lose control at times. I will often overeat because of my mood or I'm lonely or I'm bored. I will also eat until I feel sick then keep eating. I find this usually happens if I overdo it on carbohydrates over a few days. Then I lose control. I find that if I eat carbs…

I try to weigh myself every day. Last summer while at my trailer, I didn't have a scale with me and gained weight. I do better if I have frequent feedback. A few years ago, I lost weight using the "Carbohydrate Addicts Diet". I never ate more healthier in my life. Anyway, the authors recommend weighing yourself every day.…

Great post. I've bookmarked it for future reference.

Great list. My most important thing is my digital scale so that I can weigh everything to keep my portions in control.

Well... My advice would be to be careful. I know the antidepressants make me gain weight because I crave carbs all the time and over eat. I've been doing MFP for a while although I took the summer off to indulge. I've lost 33lbs (in 4 months) - then gained 12 over the summer - I'm back at it and I know I can lose the other…

I like the Nuva Ring. I've been using it for about 5 years. I started using it after my last child. I used to use the Pill before I had my two children. Once I had the kids, I had too many distractions and kept forgetting the pills. Nuva Ring is convenient. I just put a reminder in my iPhone to take it out after 3 weeks…

Try nuts. Small servings of nuts pack a lot of calories. They are very nutritious. You might also try whole grain breads, cereals, pastas... I am always shocked at how calorie dense bread is.

It will slow you down for a couple of days. No big deal. In the long run, you will keep losing if that is what you want. Relax. I went crazy all weekend. I know that I can go back to having self control tomorrow and I will be able to lose weight again. You are making a lifestyle change. There are times when you will allow…

The last time I lost weight, my family started criticizing how I lost it. Then they said I was losing too fast (2 lbs a week). Then they said I'd lost too much weight. All this from the people who told me I gained too much weight when I was pregnant. Then I started believing them and gained it all back by eating unhealthy.…

I have heard from some ladies that Depo does make them gain weight. I was convinced that my anti-depressants were making me gain weight. I sure think it's possible for medication to cause weight gain. Since joining MFP, I realized that it was my appetite that was making me gain. I was constantly eating. I was constantly…

I have plantar fasciitis. I had it for over a year before I finally went to my physio therapist. I have custom orthotics but my last pair are faulty and my trusted pedorthist retired before I could get them fixed. Argh. I have been having ultrasound 3 times a week on my heels for 6 months to break up scar tissue and loosen…