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Hair Thinning/Loss
I noticed in April/May more hair than usual on the bathroom floor and chalked it up to the spring shed. Unfortunately it has not stopped. My hair is already thin and fine and now I notice my part is a little wider and around my hairline I can see through the strands. My husband had to clean the hair from the shower and…
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Menopause The Musical
Hubby and I went to see this on the weekend. It's a musical parody on menopause that had the entire theatre in laughter from beginning to end. If you want to see the lighter side of menopause and ensure you are not alone on the journey I recommend this.
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Exercise
We all know the benefits of exercise. Currently I have been doing DVD workouts at home 5 days a week approximately 30 minutes a day. I just finished Insanity Max and started Focus T25 again. My hubby is doing it along with me to support and motivate me :) I also love to run, walk and do yoga there's just not enough time…
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Homemade Mango Banana Sorbet
This was so good I had to share. 1 small ripe banana 1 cup frozen mango Blend and enjoy! I divided into 2 servings. Per serving: Calories 105, Carbs 25g, Protein 1g, Fat 0, Sugar 18, Sodium 3 Karen
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Waking up soaking wet and chilled!
It seems to happen a few days before my period starts. I wake up soaking wet and so cold I'm shivering. I keep my housecoat next to my bed and grab for that because I am so cold I'm paralyzed and couldn't imagine getting out of bed. Then in my half awake state I feel the need to let my husband know that I am freezing and…
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Sweating After a Run
I just came back from the gym, ran 5 km on the TM, showered and walked back to my office, a 10 minute walk. It's been an hour since I got off the TM and the sweat is still rolling down my back! This has just started happening in the past few weeks. I know sweating is the way your body cools itself down but this is crazy.…
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Latest Update - Adenomyosis
As I posted a few months back I had a 3 cm cyst on one of my ovaries. The past few months the pain has come and gone as well and gotten worse when I do have pain. I just received the results from my latest ultra sound. The cyst is gone, however, the Dr. has diagnosed adenomyosis! Has anyone heard of this or experienced it?…
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Let's Introduce Ourselves
Hello Ladies It seems like the group is growing with new members, myself included. I'm Karen, I'm turning the fabulous 5 0 this year and my new friend peri-m is coming along for the ride! I'm just in the beginning of it but man, is it kicking my *kitten*! My goal is to eat well and exercise and do what I can to make it…
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DUB or Fibroids - WARNING DESCRIPTIVE
I've placed a call to my Dr. and I'm waiting for an appointment. Has anyone experienced heavy bleeding and clots? I woke up 3 times in the night due to excessive bleeding and passing large clots. Today is day 9 of my cycle which is unusually long and I thought it was coming to an end yesterday until I woke up in the night.…
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Banana Bread - Nancy Clark’s Sports Nutrition Guidebook
I sent this recipe to a couple of my friend and thought I would share it here as well. I often make a double batch and slice and freeze the second loaf for a handy go to snack. Banana Bread - Nancy Clark’s Sports Nutrition Guidebook 3 large well-ripened bananas 1 egg or 2 egg whites 2 tablespoons oil, preferably canola 1/3…
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The Scale Friend or Foe?
An MFP friend of mine, CandiceJoy posted this today and I found it very motivational and encouraging so I thought I would share it here. With my hypothyroidism weight loss can be extremely slow and I get discouraged easitly. Funny enough before I read her post I took my measurements this morning to remind myself I am on…
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Canadian Thanksgiving This Weekend
For those who are celebrating Thanksgiving this weekend what is your plan. We are hosting 16 on Sunday for the traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings. I am hoping to make my hot yoga class at 9:00 a.m.. on Sunday morning and then I will indulge in moderation at dinner and back on track on Monday. Karen
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Breakfast Fig & Nut Cookie Recipe
I have a 40+ minute drive to work so I like to have grab and go breakfasts that I can eat while I drive. I also have a sweet tooth! I tried this recipe for the first time yesterday and loved them so much I wanted to share: Breakfast Fig & Nut Cookie 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 cup butter, melted 2 large eggs 1/4 cup…
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Weekends
97 days until Christmas! I know I am not alone when I say that weekends are harder for me to stay focused and committed. I work Monday to Friday and weekends are family time and time to get all the housework, laundry and groceries done so it's so easy for me to sacrifice my goals or make not so wise food choices. I have…
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Cross Training Shoe Suggestions
I just bought a pair of Nike Free TR Fit 2 training shoes to do my Jillian Michaels workouts in. I tried them last night and do not like them. I didn't like the way the sole at the ball of the foot is thinner than at the heel. Also I felt like I wasn't getting enough support when doing plyometric moves. I used to wear my…
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Bruce Peninsula
Hi My family is heading out to Bruce Peninsula in a few weeks for the first time. Owen Sound is our home base. So far we have lots of hiking planned, exploring caves, zip lining and a visit to Flower Pot islands. Any recommendations or suggestions are most welcome. Thanks Karen
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Motivation!
I received this in an email from John the Juicing Guy and it was too good not to share! Last night, I went to the gym. I arrived at the gym at 6:30pm. I warmed up then did my workout. It was hot. It hurt. It made me late to a dinner with friends and I HATE being late. Today, I'm sore as hell. My shoulders hurt. My *kitten*…
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Perspiring!
Help! In the last week I have been sweating like crazy! I shower every morning, and again at lunch on the days I workout and again in the evening if I workout. It is below the belt that is bothering me. The odour is quite offensive to me and I am concerned if others around me are noticing it. This happens during the day at…
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Anyone Hypo and Peri-Menopausal?
I have been back and forth to the Dr. the past few weeks for bloodwork. All is normal with my thyroid. However Dr. advised me and I kind of suspected it I am in peri-menopause! I found out that some of the symptoms are similar to one another. I've recently stopped taking birth control and started having the night sweats!…
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Orange-Almond Chai Running Balls
I came across this recipe in a running magazien years ago and realized I haven't made them in a long time. These little balls pack a great combo of protein, fibre and carbs. Perfect as a long run treat or a post workout recovery snack or when you just want something a little sinful but healthy. Arvinda's Orange-Almond Chai…
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It's ok it's my birthday!
That's what I kept telling myself yesterday. Seems I can talk myself into justifying a not so wise food choice or skipping a workout. Today I am asking myself why it is so hard to talk myself into making the right choices or getting in a workout or pulling out the food scale and paying attention to portion size. In my…
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When life gets you down!
My healthiness journey has been a long but constant one. I started weight watchers at the age of 16 and from there I have been battling my weight on and off through the years. Is it the weight I am battling or life. I know to lose weight you need to be healthy in mind and body. You need to make healthy choices in eating…
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NSV - Food as comfort diverted.
I've just gone through the morning from h*ll and I didn't use food to comfort myself. I'm having wisdom teeth out tomorrow and today is a crazy, busy day at work. This morning I received a phone call from the police that my father's van; which I sold as power of attorney was still registered to my father and the buyer had…
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It's Apple Season - Cinnamon Apple Chips
I came across this recipe today and can't wait to try it this weekend. I try to avoid white sugar so I am going to substitute the sugar with maple syrup. Cinnamon-Sugar Apple Chips INGREDIENTS 2 apples, rinsed and dried Juice of 2 lemons 500 mL (2 cups) water 375 mL (1 1/2 cups) white sugar 30 mL (2 tablespoons) cinnamon…
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I ate my emotions yesterday!
I thought I had come so far, I thought that all of the years of experience with healthy eating and starting over again I had a grip on my emotional eating. Looking at my food diary from yesterday I guess it could of been alot worse. The one thing I did avoid was fast food and junk food. I've had some emotional stress at…
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Cauliflower - Easy, Tasty & Filling
I had this for dinner last night and it was so delicious I thought that I would share it here. Head Cauliflower Pint of Cherry Tomatoes cut in half 2 Cloves of Garlic 1 Tbspn Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 Tbspn Parmesan Cheese 4 leaves of fresh basil Cut cauliflower into bite size pieces and steam Saute garlic in olive oil and…
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Hypothyroidism
Hi I'm wondering if there is anyone that has taken a break from their thyroid medication. I was diagnosed hypothyroid over 11 years ago and have taken my medication daily without fail. I have a difficult and slow time losing weight. I stopped taking my synthroid 7 days ago to give my body a break and to see what will…
