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I like them. :)

The most I fluctuate is 4 pounds.

I'm currently on my 4th out of 7 sessions. Doin' my under arms and bikini. Hurts like hell. The darker and thicker your hair is the better your results BUT the more it hurts. This is because the laser targets pigment. Darker hair=more pigment. Thicker hair=more surface area for the laser. I am loving the results but wish…

I drink anywhere from 15-20 cups of water per day. I down a couple at a time.

String cheese, raw veggies and dip, fruit (I like frozen grapes), canned tuna and crackers, yogurt, soup (yes I eat soup as a snack), etc. :)

Bacon+Ranch=Calories. I do love me some bacon and ranch though! LOL!

My goal is to not gain a horrific amount of weight during my pregnancy. Then, lose the weight I did gain in the six weeks I am home witht he baby. Gotta get my bod back before going back to work!

"The first step to getting the things you want out of life is this: Decide what you want." -Ben Stein

2500 mg per day is the suggested amount. The AHA recently suggested decreasing that to somewhere around 1300-1500 (I cannot remember the exact #).

I marinate mine with Mccormick's Asian Seafood Sauce. It's a teriyaki-sesame flavored sauce.

Fiber is not the only thing that helps to cleanse our bodies. If you are defining "cleanse" as going to the bathroom and removing waste then yes. But there are several nutrients, antioxidants, etc that help to cleanse different parts of our bodily systems. Grapes happen to contain some of these, some of which have been…

It has been shown in many empirical, scientific studies that fasting can improve health and help to eliminate a variety of diseases. Although some fasting methods use juice or various amounts of food, the health of such methods is questionable, according to Dr. Joel Fuhrman. A true fast, he contends, consists of an intake…

You're very welcome! A PFT (Pulmonary Function Test) is a HUGE indicator of asthma. If you have doubt then maybe schedule one with a Pulmonologist (you made need a referral from your PCP if they don't do PFTs there). They test your lungs before a breathing treatment and then after. If you have a significant response then…

For our patients with allergy related asthma (most asthma is) we typically prescribe a regimen of: 1) A controller med, 2) Singulair if necessary, 3) a nasal steroid (sometimes 2) like Nasonex, Astepro, Veramyst, Flonase, Patanase, etc, and 4) an antihistamine like Zyrtec, Claritin, Allegra, etc.

Hi. I am a Respiratory Therapist and work in an Asthma/Allergy/Sleep Clinic. As far as the meds go it is always best to weigh the risks with the benefits. This is something your doctor will help you do when you decide to conceive. As far as symotms- no, working out does not "help" asthma. Asthma is a chronic hereditary…

Me too!

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Sleep Apnea can lead to severe cardiac issues. I am a respiratory therapist in a sleep clinic. If he exhibited apnic episodes that many times he is in need of the device. It wouldn't hurt to lose weight but in the mean time he needs to be following doctor's orders. Surgical procedures can be an option but do not always…

I work in a clinic and see funny names all of the time! -La-a (pronounced Ladasha) -Dominickel -Buddyray -Keylawn -Luscious (not Loo-shis, LAshis) -****head (Shatheed) -Orangejello and Lemonjello (sibs)

As women we retain water during that time. I gain 5 lbs every month but lose it in a few days. Drink extra water to flush out the retention.

Sore muscles from working out=water retention for repair. Drink extra water to flush out the excess.

Turkey, roast pork, and cauliflower mashed potatoes!

I do half cauliflower and half red potatoes mashed with garlic laughing cow cheese wedges. SO GOOD!!!

Thanks to all who actually offerred advice! It is much appreciated!! I am going to relax, have fun, not stress, and have sex as much as possible (but because I want to NOT because it is a chore). :)

Starting weight when starting MFP= Your weight on the day you start MFP.

I weigh everyday but only record on Thursdays.

I've tried the dressings. Some are alright. I use them basically to add moisture to my healthy salads. I have also tried the mayo- not mayo! It's horrible! The jams taste very processed and extremely fake because, well, they are. Lol! The ketchup can pass for ketchup I guess.

When you are cold in the house just put socks on. I always wanted mom to turn the heater on. I swore putting socks on would not make my whole body warm. Sure enough- socks work wonders. Who woulda thought, right?

This sounds yummy! And looks even better. Thanks!

I actually lost weight on Cymbalta. :(