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WHAT MAKES YOU BINGE OR NOT BINGE?
SHOUT OUT TO ALL OF YOU....CONGRATS on completing your food, and excercise diaries....the fact that you are even making this attempt proves that you're already a winner!! There are some fantastic "BURNS" on your profiles! Go! Go! Go! You guys are doing some serious "calorie butt kicking"!!! Congratulations to ALL for some…
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ENJOY THE JOURNEY!
BE PATIENT WITH THYSELF! :laugh: WHY ARE WE TRYING TO LOSE OVERNIGHT WHAT TOOK SOME OF US A LIFETIME TO GAIN? :laugh: RELAX MY DEAR HUMAN FRIENDS...THIS DOES TAKE TIME!! :flowerforyou: ENJOY THE JOURNEY SO FRUSTRATION DOESN'T CAUSE US TO WANDER OFF THE TRAIL :smile: OKAY? :happy: REMEMBER WE GOT THIS!! :glasses: HIGH…
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" I HATE BEING CALLED FAT!"
Why do some of us call each other "FAT"? I've even made the mistake of calling myself "FAT". It really doesn't feel that great to hear myself being described that way. Many times I have had some very depressed moments because of it. And...You're right...started searching the fridge for my chocolates! Decided to control…
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'DID YOU KNOW?"
I think I'm an information junkie...:laugh: . Just love sharing, and having some fun! Hope you enjoy!!! 1) Wanna burn? LOL.....Your body temperature is incredibly hot at approximately 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit, and ice water is about 40 degrees Fahrenheit. In order to maintain homeostasis (a constant internal temperature),…
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YOU ARE INVITED! :flowerforyou:
PUMPED...Priceless Upbeat Motivational Positive Edifying Declarations "WELCOME FELLOW P.U.M.P.S!" (A....Positive Unique Motivational Person) :flowerforyou: Have you ever felt like you were the "largest" person at an event? What about small boats? Ever wondered if it would really carry you to your final destination? Avoid…
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FOOD WILL NOT CONTROL ME!!
Some of you are asking about my"FOOD DIARY". I plan my meals "AHEAD" so that the food doesn't control me, but I control it with "NUTRITION" in mind. I've been on a journey of "Divine Health" since I was 29 years old. It took about 2 years for me to get off over 18 different medications .....(Started taking steroids from as…
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The Calorie Burning Test
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: The Calorie Burning Test So how can you tell if you are burning carbs instead of fats throughout the day? 1. Do you struggle with cravings and low blood sugar? 2. Are you irritable if meals are missed or delayed? 3. Do you skip meals or only eat one or two meals a day? 4. Do you eat lots of refined,…
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I'M ALIVE!!
Hello fabulous people! I started counting carbs in 1999 when I was released from the hospital with over 18 different medications. It was quite challenging because two of the medications were steroids, and raised my blood sugars considerably!!! This was devasting, because the high blood sugars caused temporary blindness,…
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"SOME OF MY FAVORITE INSPIRATIONAL VIDEOS"
MOTIVATION AND INSPIRATION: I'm new at this, so I need your help! Long term illness from a child did not allow me to be active. My attitude now....It's never to late to start. I'm taking it easy...and I NEED YOUR MOTIVATION, AND EXPERTISE!! You've got to see me doing some of these....LOL....Good thing I'm alone in my home…
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CAN LAUGHTER HELP ME BURN CALORIES?
According to one of the Webster dictionaries laughter is defined as follows....Laughter: (n.) A movement (usually involuntary) of the muscles of the face, particularly of the lips, with a peculiar expression of the eyes, indicating merriment, satisfaction, or derision, and usually attended by a sonorous and interrupted…
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SOME NATURAL ALTERNATIVES!
**REMEMBER....Everyone is different with different challnges! If taking medication....PLEASE BE CAREFUL.....SOME OF THESE ARE SO EFFECTIVE THAT YOU MUST MONITER BLOOD SUGARS VERY CLOSELY SO THAT YOU DO NOT BOTTOM OUT!!! I USE MY GLAUCOMETER ABOUT FOUR TIME DAILY.....MORE IF NECESSARY!!! If I can be of any assistance,…
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HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!!
For many of us, our fathers are our heroes. We appreciate them for their love and guidance. A good father can set an example of strength, honor, sacrifice, and responsibility. On Father's Day, we honor dads for their love and the lessons they have taught us. Not every "Father" is a "Daddy", but every "Daddy" is a "Father"!…
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HAVE YOU EVER HEARD OF TUMERIC?
BEFORE USING ........I USE TO EXPERIENCE VERY PAINFUL JOINTS....ESPECIALLY KNEES.....I must say I noticed ....PAIN GONE! I've been using Tumeric for years! I just love it when cooking, and at times I add it to my protein shake.! TUMERIC: Turmeric is a plant (Curcuma longa), native to South India and Indonesia that has many…
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I CHOOSE TO LIVE HEALTHY! HOW ABOUT YOU?
I can find all kinds of excuses to say why I "CAN"T". But how many reasons can we find to say why "I CAN"? Would love to have your input! LETS GET PUMPED! AFFIRMATION: "I shall shape my future. Whether I fail or succeed shall be no man's doing but my own. I am the force; I can clear any obstacle before me. Or I can be lost…
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DETOX ANYBODY?
HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY!! Perhaps you might want to bookmark this page for after Memorial Day weekend........:laugh: This is great especially if you're just starting, or had an little challenge of overeating! People choose to detox for many reasons--to lose weight, to cleanse the liver of impurities, even for spiritual or…
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GOOD NITE!
Just thought I'd share: :smile: How Hormones Affect Your Sleep......... Leptin and ghrelin work in a kind of "checks and balances" system to control feelings of hunger and fullness, explains Michael Breus, PhD, a faculty member of the Atlanta School of Sleep Medicine and director of The Sleep Disorders Centers of…
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Bloating?
Good Morning! Pray ALL are doing well!! Just thought I'd share: By Natalie Vavricka Reviewed by QualityHealth's Medical Advisory Board No matter how dedicated you've been to your diet and exercise routine, bloating can still strike. According to the National Institutes of Health, it's more common among people who have…
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WILL YOU JOIN ME?
AFFIRMATION: Today I will NOT be afraid to try something new, as long as it is beneficial for my overall well-being! My weight did not accumulate overnight.....so I will learn to be patient with myself.....not over do and harm myself....but instead..... be grateful for every gradual change towards a healthier ME!…
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PURPOSE!
AFFIRMATION: My pain has become my passion, and will propell me into purpose!! I'm unique because I've been created for an unique destiny! SELF.....I LOVE YOU!!! PURPOSE: Discover purpose, and you'll discover why you're still alive, and why you've gone through so many trials.... TRIALS CAN BECOME TRIUMPS... TESTS CAN…
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REASONS WHY I MUST EAT ENOUGH CALORIES
Found this on healthkicker....What are your thoughts? 1) Your body will go into starvation mode. So, when you eat enough for an actual human being, you body turns as much of those calories as possible into fat because it doesn't know when it's going to get food again. 2) If you're a teenager - which a lot of people on this…
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"I MUST LOVE ME, BEFORE I CAN GIVE OR RECEIVE LOVE!"
I can create positive support to my goals, dreams, and overall well-being if I erase negative thinking! It is then that I will learn how to tap into my spiritual power, receive inner healing, and walk with purpose. When I believe, I can achieve anything that is possible. SAY THESE WITH ME: You can choose from the menu, or…
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WHY DO YOU WANT TO LOSE?
DESIRING HEALTH IS A GREATER GOAL THAN JUST DESIRING WEIGHT LOSS....at least for me. Weight loss will come as a "Prize" when I start thinking healthier, and making healthier decisions. I believe my beauty starts on the inside, and then radiates on outside for others to see. A slimmer me, may be more appealing to someone…
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ARE YOU IN PAIN?
My life has been full of pain! I use to be angry, and thought about my pain ALL the time. It didn't matter what type of pain it was; all I knew was that it was preventing me from doing something that I would normally do on a regular basis, even sleeping. This limitation is usually not enjoyable for any of us, so we tend to…
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WATER....ARE YOU FLOATING YET?
AFFIRMATION: Today I am drinking more water because my brain is composed of 85 percent water! I don't want toxic thoughts so I'm going to flush them out! :laugh: My muscles are composed of 75 percent water, and I need them to operate properly while I excercise! I am drinking more water because I realize how vital it is to…
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PUSH UPS ALMOST ANYONE CAN DO? (BEGINNER)
OK!! You guys are so funny! I'm posting 4 good links to answer your questions about my "WALL PUSH UPS!" I thought you guys would find my "PUSH UPS" comical........Thanks for joing me! :laugh: Love you guys! :heart: ENJOY!!! WE CAN DO THIS!! WE CAN DO THIS.! MAKE SURE TO DRINK YOUR WATER BEFORE, AND AFTER! PLEASE DON'T OVER…
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"LOSING WEIGHT WITH PSALM 139 AS MOTIVATION"
Just found this so inspiring! Would you please share your thoughts? :smile: By Julie Morris, RN Psalm 139 has been an awesome help in my weight-loss journey and it can help you too. Read each verse, followed by the thoughts I wrote years ago in my personal journal. Then try writing your own thoughts. “O LORD, you have…
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"FORGIVENESS"
I heard it said, that unforgiveness is like drinking poison, and waiting for another person to die! It wasn't easy for me to forgive my abusers after being raped several times, especially since they were those whom I trusted...no not my dad...He was my pastor, and best friend. Somehow, I feel by divine intervention, I…
