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Hello - on a gluten challenge for celiac testing :/
Hey all. I have been gluten free for about 3 years. During the first 18 months or so, I'd cheat, but finally decided not to because I would just feel so horrible. By going gluten free, I stopped retaining water, my "IBS" went away, my "GERD" went away, my anxiety and depression issues became less severe, my mood swings…
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Insane weight fluctuations
Yes, I know it's bad to weigh daily, but I can't help it. That being said, I'm so incredibly frustrated with my weight fluctuations. I've been at this a while - about 4 years actually, and I've lost more than 90lbs (depending on the day, apparently) between having 2 babies. I'm close to my goal, within about 10-15lbs, and…
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72lbs lost! 20-25 more to go! With pictures. =)
I still have another 20-25lbs to go before I'll be my ideal weight, but I thought I'd post my progress thus far. I hope this works! lol I'm not too great at posting images! My starting weight was 222lbs (not pregnant) and I'm 5'1". I'm currently at 149.6lbs!
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Cloth Diapers
Anyone else cloth diaper? I cloth diapered my first kiddo from birth (she's never worn a disposable), and I plan on cloth diapering this next kiddo from birth as well. I'll probably have 2 in diapers when this one is born (my dd will be about 22 months) and I must say I've very excited to be able to start buying newborn…
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50lbs lost with a picture! =D
I'm not done yet, but I finally can say I've lost 50lbs!! So proud of myself! Only another 30-40lbs to go! Height: 5'1" SW: 222lbs CW: 171.6lbs GW: 135ish
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How to Keep (and even gain) Muscle Mass?
I've been part of MFP for a year now. Lost about 40lbs last year (probably would have lost more, but I was pregnant last year too, and my goal then was to gain healthy weight). I'm up to 47 total lbs lost total already (but I only gave birth 6 weeks ago). My goal isn't just weightloss though - I want to make sure I…
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This past year...
This has been a rough year for me...And I want to show you the January me verses the December me, but you must know my story and why my results aren't as great as I'd have wanted them to be. I started the year with nothing but high hopes, and the first half of the year was pretty great. When I found mfp, I was 222lbs - I…
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Pumping Mamas (breastmilk, that is)
Hi, I am currently pumping breastmilk to donate after losing my daughter a couple weeks ago...I was wondering if there is anyone else who pumps, and how do you count those calories? I know there is a ml/oz option if I search foods, but do you find the 20 calorie/ounce is accurate, or do you use the 15 calorie/ounce, or do…
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37lbs Lost Pictures
I still have a ways to go, but my weightloss is on hold for my pregnancy. Before getting pregnant, I lost 37lbs. I didn't realize it made such a difference, but here is the beginning of the year as my before, with 8 weeks pregnant as my after.
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30 Day Shred - still a LONG way to go!
I have a long way yet to go, but I am happy with my 30 Day Shred results. I'm doing Ripped in 30 this month, but I thought I'd share the Shred results for those just starting it. I lost a total of 14 pounds in January. I usually cut off my head, but I was extremely surprised to see my face thinned out! I'm so glad I took…
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Help me stop biting my nails
I've bitten my nails ever since I can remember, and I'm tired of it. They are incredibly short, and I'm constantly finding myself with my fingers in my mouth without even realizing it. How do I become more aware (it seems to be a bored/nervous/stress related habit), and how do I stop? I also find myself picking at my…
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Aminos - Legit or Waste of money?
So I saw some "Super Amino 3000" pills at the store today, and they claim to help the joints and muscles to repair faster after a workout. Do amino acid pills really do anything or are they a waste of money?
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Measurements from Jan 1st
I'm nowhere near my goal yet, but I stumbled across my tape measure and decided to take my measurements. I usually measure before I eat anything for the day, so these measurements were even more exciting because they were taken on a full stomach! :happy: Here is my progress from Jan 1st. Natural Waist: from 46 to 40.5…
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Running Help
I am about to give up. I bought running shoes a couple weeks ago, but they were tight and made my feet hurt a little. I returned them, went to a running store, had a professional evaluation, tried on several pairs of shoes, and finally found a pair that wasn't too tight on my feet (I apparently have a bunion on one foot,…
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Running Shoes
I had bought myself some Asics Rush 33 running shoes, and used them today, but I don't think they are right for my foot. They just don't "feel" right, if that makes sense. I have cleaned them up and plan on returning them tomorrow. My feet don't necessarily hurt, but I've only done Day 1 of the C25K in them...they really…
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Pyle HRM Accurate?
I'm new to using a HRM, but I thought it would be a good idea to get one so I can be as accurate as possible. I got the cheap $25 Pyle HRM from Amazon, and I've used it a couple times. My question is does anyone know how accurate it is? I'm using it under my bust because it doesn't stay above it, and I just want to know if…
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How many over on Spike Days?
Today is my first spike day since starting MFP in January. I am unsure how much to go over though? I "saved" 150 calories from yesterday for today, but ate almost all my calories every other day. How many do you think is good to go over? How many do you go over if you track?
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Redbull before a workout?
So, the past few days, I've REALLY lacked energy and really struggled with my workout (no, it isn't the amount of food I'm eating, it's *something* else), and I wondered if it would hurt to have a Red bull before my workout tomorrow? I used to drink them (twice a day) a few years ago, so I know how they react with my body…
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Haha! First Unsolicited Message!
I have received my first unsolicited message about my food diary! I was told that, "Your (sic) not gonna loose (sic) any weight if you eat so much at night. no offense" Hehe - it feels like an accomplishment or something! Oh, and for the non-grammar nerds, "(sic)" means the word before it was misspelled when I received the…
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I no longer want to be skinny...
When I started this journey, only a month ago, my goal was to be skinny - I hated exercise, didn't care so much as being healthy, as I did about looking better. I'm very happy to say that has changed. I committed myself to the 30 Day Shred this month, and I've been diligently doing it every day. I've actually started to…
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Help me figure this all out, please.
I want to figure out a few things that I'm not 100% clear on. 1. First, target heart rate zone - is that where I want to be in order to burn as much fat as possible? Also, I tend to go above my target heart rate zone while doing cardio (roughly 40% of the time, actually) - is this bad? 2. Which method for calculating the…
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Maximum HR?
What is the most accurate way to calculate my Maximum heart rate? Originally I had my HRM set it for me, but during a couple of my workouts, I met and even went above my MHR (though very very briefly). Then I saw something that said to subtract my age from 226, which makes 205 - I updated my HRM settings and it also raised…
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I Woulda Made Millions...
If only I had thought of this sooner... You know how people come up with ridiculous gimmicks that are miracle solutions to "help" people lose weight? Well I thought I had thought of one that wasn't on the market yet! I noticed most cravings I have will disappear if I brush my teeth....so I thought, "Hey, I can just buy a…
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Exercising late at night.
Okay...so anything that I eat before I go to bed gets logged for the day I'm on, even if it is past midnight. However, I was wondering if I were to workout a little bit tonight (it's almost midnight), and just count the exercise calories for tomorrow if it would hurt me? I am craving a workout right now, but I'm not…
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Tiny NSV...
But it is a big deal to me! I was walking with my mom today, and I needed to run ahead and grab some milk for her to borrow, so I RAN about 30 yards and wasn't at all out of breath! I even ran up my porch steps! I know 30 yards is nothing, but 3 weeks ago, my endurance and strength was SO small, that I would have been…
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Week 3 Progress pictures.
So the top ones are before and after 1 week, the bottom two are after 2 weeks and today. ETA: So far I've lost 10lbs, 2.5" in the bust, 3.5 at my natural waist (above my belly button), 2.5" from my waist at the belly button, 2" from my hips, and 2" from each arm for a total of 14.5 inches lost!
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Talk to me about Shoes
Okay, so I want to start running this spring, and I will definitely need shoes - my feet killed me after walking for an hour the other day because the shoes I'm wearing. I have a US Women's size 10 (sometimes 10.5) shoe size, and a wide/extra wide foot - And unfortunately, I usually have to try on tons of shoes before I…
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Eating better?
Is anyone else amazed at how much better they are eating? I don't mean healthier, because that is a given for a lot of us, but I mean better as in more delicious/more variety/etc.? I've had to come up with alternatives for a few things, make healthier choices, etc., and my meals actually taste better. I'm eating different…
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Sort of bummed
I bought the Polar FT4 HRM, and I've been really disappointed with how little calories it says I'm burning. Obviously, I don't want false numbers, but for example, I do the 30 day shred, and I work myself HARD on level two, and I only burn 220 calories? And I just did Zumba for 22 minutes (broke a sweat, went above my…
