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So, what’s up...Care to tell?
I know some people, don’t like to let others know what their dealing with which I can understand. But, I have always been very honest and open about what my condition(s) are because I think the more that we talk about them, more people will become aware, new research will come and maybe a cure one day. So, if you feel…
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“Insert” your cuss word!
I know MFP bleeps our cuss words, but it seems to be a lot of us, just had a bad freakin day, month (so far) or even year! I stay away from the “social” message boards because it can sometimes get too raunchy, but maybe can keep it clean in this group? I just want to vent, but I don’t need some pervert chiming in... “So,…
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Getting too comfortable
I haven’t been on MFP a lot these days because I tend to change my diet/lifestyle in the summer. It gets hot and humid and I usually substitute juices for solid foods. I don’t like to track my juices, even though I love my food scale, I hate measuring apples and pieces of ginger. Anyways, I always see on the forum that I…
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Do holidays worry you?
Eating season starts tomorrow for me, it’s Memorial Day (and for those that celebrate it.) Every month for me until 2019 with consist of some big food event. Either it’s an anniversary, birthday, Father’s Day, 4th of July, Back to school, Halloween, Thanksgiving...Christmas. Oh, and New Years Eve and Day. I know I will be…
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I don’t want to go down a rabbit hole!
Hey everyone! I hope everyone is well! So, here’s my dilemma. About 3-4 moths ago, I noticed that every time I was driving and at a stoplight or stop sign, my legs would shake on the break. I brushed it off until I remember saying to myself aloud in the car. “man, my leg is shaking.” I guess sometimes we have to say things…
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Don’t get fixated on a number.
Many times, I think we lock into things we see instead of trusting our instincts. Some quote (and I don’t remember who said it) said we often do things because we “see things” instead of what we actually “hear or feel” and I actually, think that’s so true. I think many of us hear “You should lose this amount of weight…
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Breathe and relax...
Is what I have to tell myself every first of the month. That’s when I get my medication for the month. While, I am grateful that I have insurance (while others are not as fortunate) BUT damn, $450 a month for a pill that probably costs 45 cents to make. :s I try to be humble, but damn. Really?
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Just Let It Out!!!
I know we're a pretty small group right now and maybe that's how it will stay, but I hope that we grow and reach out to others. Ok...so anyways... As the creator of this group (that sounds so bougie, but I'm not) BUT, I can make threads that stay at the top... I wanted to make an ongoing thread to just say what you want.…
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Can I join?
My situation might be a little different. I had a total gastrectomy with roux en y due to a medical issue. This summer, I will be celebrating my 10 years of having surgery. I want to join because I get very disheartened to hear people say that surgery is the easy way out. From experience, I can say.."You must be kidding."…
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Metamucil Challenge?
I'm probably late on this but I just saw an ad about doing Metamucil for 14 days. I am not suppose to eat fiber due to Digestive issues (but I have been because I miss fruits and vegetables in their natural state.) Even cooking them down has been creating a problem for me. I grew up on those foods so its hard for me to…
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Would you go to....
A Personal Trainer that was overweight? Or a Nutritionist that was overweight? I firmly believe that I would go to both of them because I’m a big fan of not judging a book by it’s cover (for personal reasons) AND because I realized I have no idea what they are dealing with at home or with themselves, so who am I to make a…
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why don't you log?
for the past 2 days, I haven't logged. I needed to step back from counting my food and calories (although, I did admit in a former post that I actually miss doing it and started back.) I don't like numbers which is why I barely made it through Algebra. But, I was curious, why others don't share their diary? Is it because…
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Help needed.
I figured I get more help here. When I try to bookmark a group or thread it says something about Vanilla Discussion needed. Does anyone knows what this referring too? Thanks :) :)
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Say something Nice about you Illness
So, many times, illness is seen as a negative thing. But, I have exactly learned a lot about myself and I feel I've grown as a person. So, I wanted to dedicated this thread to being about positivity. I'll go first :) I learn about my priorities. Things, that I thought were so important (that I stressed about) aren't really…
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Damn. Back handed compliments.
I’m about to go to bed, but wanna know your thoughts, because its been on my mind all day. So, today I saw a friend that I haven’t seen for awhile (it’s been about 2 months) and she said, “Omg! You look so great!” Backstory, I have always have a positive outlook on life (or at least tried to...I think) but as I got into my…
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Invisible Illnesses
Sometimes, it’s hard for people to understand those that are dealing with health issues because often times, we look healthy on the outside, but often are really feeling miserable on the inside. Some people only think a person can have an illness/disease IF they SEE it on the outside. We shouldn’t have to prove ourselves…
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Digestive Disorders Group? (DD Crew)
I wasn't sure where to post it...As I was searching thru the old threads, I didn't see much concerning Digestive Disorders. I would love to create a supportive group for others that have a DD (Digestive Disorder) OR for those that are dealing with it personally, via a co-worker, family or friend. I know it can be hard to…
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Not trying to lose weight, however...
I like the accountability to be in a group with a positive group of people. I actually need to stay around the same weight that am due to medical issues. I have hovered around the same weight for the last 6 months and my doctor is pleased...but I want to tone up big time. Would it be okay to focus on other goals/challenges…
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Me vs The Girl Scouts.
These are just my thoughts at the moment...and because I want a cookie. And here's a lil backstory before you judge me. I was in Girl Scouts from the age 7 until I was 18 years old. I'm actually a Cadet, which was a pretty big thing in the late 80's and early 90's! Research it. Fast forward. I'm now middle aged and can't…
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Under calorie goal in diary?
I always notice that in my friends newsfeeds concerning their diaries, that a lot of people are under their caloric goal (I am guilty of that as well, but striving to eat closer to my goal.). I’m curious why people aren’t eating their allocated amount. For me, sometimes, I simply am too full to eat/drink anymore. But, I’m…
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Challenge Newbie Question
Okay, this is my first time doing challenges. I signed up for 3, I think. Do, I post the same information in both threads or do I use “challenge” friendly terms? For example, I’m in a steps challenge and also a exercise hours challenge. So, if I walk 10,000 steps for the Step Challenge and log it, can I still use that same…
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Do you Love to exercise or did you Learn to love exercise?
This week has been a little tough for me because I couldn't exercise for a week due to a minor surgery. On day 2, I admit I was thinking about going against the doctor's orders and just taking a "chance" but I decided that if I got hurt then my down time would be longer. It got me thinking how much I really honestly love…
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Logging as you go OR already logged?
I won’t be able to exercise for the next 7 days due to a minor surgery (I’m usually work out 5-6 a week.) I usually log my food as I eat it throughout the day depending on how I feel. With no additional exercise, I’m thinking about making a set menu and just eating what I log for the entire day. Curious to know, if logging…
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Ok, so here’s my introduction-fast!
I’m 46 (almost) I like nature (Hello Sun... Hello sunsets!) I love pickles! Oh, and Netflix... Especially a good documentary. Black is my favorite color. Oh, and, I like Shrimp. I work out 3-5 times a week. I eat pretty clean. I’m also Gluten free (but not by choice.) However, I’m struggling to lose the last 5-7 pounds.…
