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Okay, I lost weight! Now what?
How would YOU feel if you lost a lot of weight? Really? I bet it would feel great. I KNOW it would--I lost 51 lb. so far, no longer use insulin, and no longer have to worry about easily finding clothes that fit. I get lots of compliments. Yes, it's sweet, BUT-- Has my confidence really skyrocketed? Am I a totally new…
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"Egg Pancakes": An Alternative to Carbs!
Instead of pasta, rice, bread, etc., try this: Simply beat a large egg and pour into a small non-stick frying pan or skillet, using high heat (get 'er done quick). When egg is mostly set, flip, as a pancake, and do the other side. This is a high-protein, low-carb alternate to tortillas. I top mine with cheese and a portion…
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A New Thanksgiving Tradition
Let me be clear--I am truly GRATEFUL for all the blessings in my life. The idea of giving thanks is definitely not lost on me! But, I never really cared for Thanksgiving all that much. All the cooking, preparation, and fuss (like I did any of that--LOL!)--for what? Too much food too soon in the day! No matter how…
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Hi! Diabetic w/Optic Neuritis. A New Beginning
Hi all. I will begin tomorrow (really!) with this new approach. I can use all the help I can get (isn't that true for all of us, from time to time?) I'm a diabetic with optic neuritis--my left eye has a retina-optic nerve connection which is hemorrhaged and inflamed. Think of a corroded speaker wire. Instead of crackles…
