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spotting during menopause?
I haven't had a period for one year but twice I had some light spotting for a day or two. Does anyone know if this is normal? Darlene
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Newbie
Hello everyone I just joined tonight. I hope I’m doing this right. Original starting weight - 162 November starting weight - 162 November goal - 5 lbs Ultimate goal - 130 -135 November 1st - 162 November 8th - November 15th - November 22nd - November 28th - Total loss for November -
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Questions - please help this old lady.
I'm a female, 53 years old and just started going through menopause a year ago. I've always had a good normal weight of 125-130 pounds throughout my life now I weigh 165 pounds. I sure age has a lot to do with the weight gain since the metabolism has been slowing down. What I'm having trouble with is feeling hungry all the…
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Ridiculous shedding
I have 3 cats the Persian/Siamese cat sheds in clumps so those are easy to clean up, plus he is groomed on a regular basis. The other cat has short course hair with an under coat as long as I keep up on the fur buster combing he doesn't shed too bad. Now for my Gracie she is mostly white with a few black spots and has…
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no periods for over a year, then Bam!!
I know some people may say this is normal or they had the same experience but still it is an Ugh! I started my period in the middle of December then it stopped after 3 days. Now the same thing happened in January. How do I know it is my period? I still see the signs of ovulating, cramping, putting on extra weight, etc.. As…
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Cat Lady
I have an older male cat his name is Spookie. I 'm not sure why we name him this anyway he is part Persian and part Siamese all black on top and gray on his belly. He is a laid back but very territory with his yard of 3 acres. lol. I was out on a Saturday morning stopping at garage sales when a lady asked if I wanted a…
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newbie
Hi everyone, I am 53 years and my hubby is 57 we have 3 grandchildren Makayla 13, Madison 12, and Brayden 10. We have them almost every weekend and through the summer. Being a grandparent is the best of both worlds we love having them over and we love seeing them go home. lol Hubby and I are trying to live a healthier…
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air popper questions
I have an air popper that I haven't used in a long time. I have been buying popcorn already popped like bacon ranch that is delicious but can run $3 a bag. Does anyone know how I can make my own at home? How do I get the seasonings to stick to the popcorn without using oil or butter?
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Christmas gifts - new dvds
Hello everyone, I purchased the Walk and Kick dvd on Amazon for myself as a Christmas gift. I used it today for the first time while my 12 and 13 year old granddaughters were watching and giggling at me. They said, "Does it get any faster?". I asked them to join me but they didn't want to. (lol) After 15 minutes into the…
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I hit rock bottom too many times.
I knew something was wrong when my shirts were getting a little tighter. I would start out great during the day then at night I would eat till it was time to go to bed. (11p-1p) I have only one excuse it is MY FAULT! I had a long.....talk with myself trying to figure out how I could do this. I said, "Well, its kinda like…
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Can't do it!
I don't know what's wrong with me. Well, I'm in my fifties, pre menopause, depressed, and work second shift, etc. These are some of my excuses!!! I start out doing great staying within my calories of 1400. I get home around 11p and I crave carbs and anything sweet. I have tried to trick my body by eating fruit, protein or…
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New Member
Hello Everyone, I know November challenge is almost over but I'm going to start on Monday 26th. I bought the LS 5 mile fat burning walk a year or two ago and loved it. I think after doing the same video over and over I have to mute the volume, and put some music on. I didn't realize she had so many videos I will be looking…
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A problem with joining Groups.
I get excited to see groups that interest me and join right away. The problem I noticed with so many groups there are no recent posts, and most are one month to 9 months ago. I would like to see a posting at least once a week from the person who started the group. What are your thoughts? Guess I will just post on the…
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New goal
I want to be a success story so my goal is to be able to post here. I need to lose a total of 35-40 pounds, its not about just losing weight but to be healthy. "My goal is to be a success"
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How many calories to maintain weight?
MFP has me on a 1200 calories to get to my goal weight of 130. My question is how many calories will I need per day to maintain my weight at 130? I am so afraid of putting the weight back on it is all I can think about!
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feeling a little sick when have hot flashes
When I get a very warm feeling I feel a little sick and light headed and this can last up to 30 minutes. I turn the heat down and turn on a fan and I still feel the same. I had to take off my socks and shoes at work to help cool down. Thank goodness I can hide my feet under a desk. lol I'm just wondering if anyone has had…
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Great tasting yogurt
Hello Everyone, I wanted to share what I think is great tasting yogurt at a cheap price. Aldi light and fit yogurt with real pieces of fruit. The cherry is so good and apple or the strawberry. I tried the raspberry and really hit the sweet tooth. Yummy.....mmm.. I tried all the other brands and nothing was as good as the…
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Hi everyone, I'm new to the group.
I have been around cats and dogs all my life, but partial to cats because I love their personalities. I have a 5 yr old male Spooky, he is half Siamese and half Persian. He isn't beautiful like you think, but he is beautiful on the inside. He is my hubby's cat that we got while out shopping at garage sales. I got 2 kittens…
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Looking for a easy Zumba CD for exercising at home/
Hello, I have never done this Zumba and everyone in my town is talking about how much fun it is. I'm looking for beginner or an easy Zumba that I can do at home. Any recommendations? I'm 52 and want to move like Madonna did at the Super bowl. Thanks!
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coffee, decaf tea, flavored water .....
Can I count 2 cups of coffee per day, decaf tea and bottled flavored water as my 8 cups a day? I have a really hard time drinking city water where I live because it gives me a stomach ache and I'm just not a plain water drinker. So any recommendations? Be nice! Thank You.
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Hello everyone, I'm new to the group
I"ve been with MFP almost 2 months and need to lose 30 lbs. I have never had a weight problem until I reached my 40's, I will lose 2-5 albs and gain it right back. I'm 52, just starting to go through menopause and love to eat, espcially the chocoate and sweets. I'm not much into exercising and have to talk myself into…
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question on HCG?
At my walmart they just started selling HCG drops or tablets to help with weight loss. Has anyone taken this product? I just want to get a a jumpstart to lose 5-10 lbs for motivation. I'm tracking my calories and eathing healthy, but I have trouble at night with snacking since I work second shift. I hoping HCG might help…
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Helpl!
Oh my, I had a bad saturday eating one slice of taco pizza and 2 slices of barbecue pizza from Piza Hut. I couldn't stop eating the cinnamon sticks with icing then going home I had red licorice (1/2bag) I was up all night with a stomach ache and had a bad dream that my liver was bad due to eating unhealthy. I sound like a…
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Hi everyone, I'm new to the group.
I'm 52 years old and haven't had a period since last year of November so I must be in menopause. I've gained 30 lbs in the last two years and can't get the weight off because I'm hungry all the time. This is not fair. I tried more protein, more fiber, counting calores, eating every 3-4 hours. and exercising. I don't get…
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Sensa - does it work?
Hi Everyone, Has anyone tried Sensa or do you know someone who has and does it really work? I'm 52 in menopause and hungry all the time. I heard that losing hormones can make you feel this way. I've tried eating more protein, fiber, 6 small meals daily and water to fill me up. MFP has me on 1200 calories to lose 30 lbs,…
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Hello, I'm new and need support!
Hello everyone, I need to lose 35 lbs and need your help and support. I'm in my fifities, just started menopause, I'm always hungry, and have difficulty exercising to to neck and back problems. I have bad eating habits eating more than what I should and I have one BIG sweet tooth. I want to have control of my life and not…
