GenesiaElizabeth Member

No one may seem to care now and think I'm stupid but because our bodies are resilient when we're young, the damages go highly unnoticed for years, yet still remains. Frankly, we don't want to admit that junk food is bad for us because it makes us feel good, we have so many family traditions around comfort foods and it's…

Get the fact that it is no longer real chicken (like the real one clucking, laying eggs..) because it has been processed, filled with preservatives and addictive chemicals to the point that it tastes different (better). It's more common and convenient now to eat KFC than it is to go out and "get the chicken ready for…

Perhaps, we all do. :wink:

I did have drug problem 15 years ago, a multiple drug use problem and it's not offensive to me.. I have come through it though and have become a better person for it. If you are offended, you are simply not healed yet and I apologize. Sure you can do it in moderation, if you are healthy all around - Good self control,…

They just don't get it, lol... And yes, I used to love it too.

God bless you as well! And that's awesome how you have reversed a heart condition by eating junk food. I'd prefer another route but good for you! :)

^^ Was it funny too?! That's great! :smiley:

There is ONE answer. This "junk food", from either fast food or grocery stores, is ENGINEERED to ADDICT us. They alter the genetic make up of the food by adding chemicals to it, that have been tested and proven in labs to be ADDICTIVE. They make it to have a long shelf life by adding more chemicals so they don't lose…

Plateau means you are eating more than you are burning or the same. Even though you may be running a ton, once your body hits "pro level" of anything, reevaluation is needed for diet AND exercise. Carb cycling is great for change, as well as different calorie amounts on different days and switching up macros. What about…

Possibly. We go through "withdrawal" type symptoms when we give up carbs at first. Give it a few days and you will be fine. You may need a few more calories (haven't seen your diary) but if you do, try to avoid getting them from carbs.

Nutrients are nutrients! Take them or leave them, up to you. But until you have tried it (getting your essential nutrients from juicing, veggies and natural foods), then you can't say it doesn't work or "I'm just the way I am... I'm an INDIVIDUAL". While that's true - we ALL still need these nutrients and our bodies still…

Your body will crave what it is ACCUSTOMED to getting. Too much salt - you crave salty snacks. Too much sugar? You crave more sweets and MOST importantly, too many CARBS = EATING MORE CARBS. Don't get stuck in that cycle! More natural, healthy fats and less carbs, people! :smile: Check out http://www.foodmatters.tv and…

That's so awesome. Congrats! I hit the "healthy" range yesterday too!! Wooohooo us! :smiley:

Gorgeous!! You have a great shape, good luck. Keep going! :)

Agreed, I'd get a cloth measuring tape from any drug store to be accurate. :#

As a woman, sometimes we need to just be around other women. :wink:

WE HAVE MOVED AND ARE READY!!!! Please visit http://remodelingourbodies.proboards.com to register and start mingling! :smiley:

All requests sent in to the current group here have been accepted! We will continue to accept requests but are still moving to the new forum!!! :open_mouth:

SO IMPRESSED by the outpouring of interest for this group!!! Totally unexpected. :hushed: But there is an update! We will be moving to an outside forum where we will have more capabilities and not be so limited (like we are, using the MFP group). Will still be all female, MFP members only, and private! It should be ready…

Awesome, ladies! <3 And you are welcome, lh3828. :smiley:

Ok!!! We'll go to 150 members, last call!!! Have 44 more places! First come first serve until 2 weeks from now! :hushed:

Wow, you guys are awesome! I see so much passion for this from you all. We have accepted all of the requests sent in so far and are at 100 group members, thank you! Although, the invites will remain open, I just want to say that we are going to slow them down. In our group, if you miss two weekly check-ins in a row, you…

Awesome! Thanks all, remember, the group can only do so much. You still have to give it your very best and full effort. Believe me, you'll be so happy if you will just stick it out! I bet a lot of you will surpass your original goal!!!

Going strong, 42 members already! What are your goals for the New Year? Let's do them together. We are all parts of one body that need each other to function. Human support and knowledge from others is huge! Any stage, any age/weight. Just have to at least WANT to be committed. Hopefully some of the motivation that will…

Thanks, ladies! :smiley: And because the group is private, the join requests have to be approved. Don't worry, I'm online daily though (usually multiple times a day)!!

Great! Looking for more positive, ACTIVE females to join, especially those with an interest/love for strength training! Thank you. :blush:

I've had to buy new clothes quite often, prolly every 10lbs or so. It's been very frustrating but I wouldn't have it any other way right now, lol. I wear a lot of stretchy stuff still because it's comfy so that helps...

Also want to do mini challenges that affect all aspects of weight loss. We know it's not just about the physical! Must have our thoughts in the right place for this to work. Ever since joining MFP, it has also acted as sort of therapy for me. The support, encouragement and no judging that I receive here is basically what…

Ok, let's do it!!! B)

Right on! :smile: Also, a little side note to the gentlemen who made be intrigued - Because this is a female group, we obviously and respectfully ask, that only females join. It doesn't help you any, if we can't help you in the way that you need because we think you are a lady.. :open_mouth: - There will be some general…