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Pre-packaged meal plans....which ones?
Having a hard time making time for me to prepare meals, and I am getting very frustrated. I am thinking of trying a pre-packaged meal plan like Nutrisystem, or Jenny Craig. Anyone have any experience? Opinions? Sheri
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Hypothyroidism....what are YOUR symptoms?
I have a lot of symptoms of Hypothyroidism, but my TSH was 4.5 last fall. What are your numbers? Symptoms? Treatment? Results since treatment? Thanks :huh: Sheri
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Diary check
Ok, I have planned out my foods for tomorrow, and logged them to see how it looks. Can someone go look at tomorrows diary and give me feedback? Sheri
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Setting goals
Been doing some thinking about short term, and long term goals. How do you decide what your goals will be? Do you have an ideal weight in mind? Clothing size? What is your motivation? I have several motivations. #1 My health #2 My family would like me to be around for many years to come #3 My oldest DD is getting married…
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Anyone following a Paleo diet?
I am easing into this diet, but finding it hard to not eat bread. I love veggies, fruit, lean protein, etc. What have you done to help ease away from breads, pasta, rice, etc? Sheri
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size 16 wedding dress?
Anyone have one they would like to get rid of? A friend DD is getting married in 3 weeks, and we need a dress asap! Sheri
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How do I eat less sodium
when everything seems to have sodium in it? Sheesh...I am trying to cook from scratch as much as possible, though I had been eating steamfresh veggies and grilled chicken strips for lunch. I do not add salt to anything I cook, use Mrs Dash, and other herbs for flavor. But in looking back at my diary, I am way over my…
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New scale, breastfeeding, weight gain....
I have upped my calories per Drs orders, started exercizing, drinking my water. I have gained 7 pounds. Yep, that is the five pounds I had lost, plus two more. Very frustrated about this. Is it my body adjusting to healthier foods, and exercize? I mean, SEVEN POUNDS? REALLY!? Anyone experience this type of thing? Sheri
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I want a body bug, or something similar. Recomendations?
I'd like to find some sort of monitor that shows what my heart rate is, what calories I am burning, steps I am walking.....any recommendations? I'd like to stay low to moderate for price. Thanks, Sheri
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Eggs in a crockpot?
I am thinking of ways to atreamline breakfast for the ten of us. Anyone try making scrambled aggs in the crockpot the night before? Or, can I scramble eggs, then put them in the crockpot on warm for the next morning? Hmmm...pondering... Sheri
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Following Drs orders on calories
Saw my Dr last week, and he told me as a nursing Mom, at my weight, I needed to eat at least 1800 calories a day. I've not eaten well this weekend, and went over my calories yesterday, but all in all I have been trying to eat healthy. I've gained three pounds. Now I know, part of this is the higher sodium I had yesterday,…
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Breastfeeding and weight loss...
Hi all.I have been logging for 10 days, and I have lost five pounds. I am breastfeeding my seven month old. I weigh 270 lbs, and am allowed 1620 calories. I am waking up absolutely starving each morning, and go to bed hungry. However, in the past, if I add extra calories, I actually GAIN weight when breastfeeding. I have…
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Getting a Wii for Christmas!
What should I look for? What games have you found helpful in losing weight? So excited! Sheri
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Weight loss ticker....
Do I need to update it each time I weigh in, or should it be updating automatically? Sheri
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How do I add a ticker?
I have made my ticker, but can't figure out where to upload it to so it shows up in my posts. HELP! Sheri
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Made it thru my first day!
But I am hungry! I am fighting the urge to go raid the fridge, as I am just slightly over my calories for the day. I have had lots of water. Ate lots of protein, veggies, very little processed food. Thoughts? Sheri
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Breakfast ideas?
I am always hungry when I get up, and since morning is not my favorite time of day, I tend to grab whatever is easy. Toast, muffins, frozen waffles. I am trying to lower my carb intake, especially in the morning. Ideas? What can I make ahead of time so I can grab when I get up, without too much prep? Thanks, Sheri
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Not sure where to start...
Ok, I have done WW before, and had some success. But honestly, I am brain dead about where to start right now. I did go to the store tonight and stocked up on healthy fruits, veggies, yogurt, etc. I feel like I need someone to tell me what to eat, and I do not know where to look. Any suggestions? I need to get as much…
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New , and boy do I need help...
Here's the run down. 42 this coming Sunday, married for nearly 20 years, mom to nine ages 18, 16, 14, 13, 10, 9, 7, 3, and 7 months. Went back to school this fall to get my AAS and become a Respiratory Therapist. I am stressed. I have gained at least 15 pounds since my youngest son was born. I am tired all the time, and am…
