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Wine Drinkers
Hi all, I'm wondering, for those of us who enjoy wine, what rules you set for yourselves, to enjoy wine but keep in control and lose the weight you need to. I've been overdoing it lately as a way to cope with stress. I do know how to meditate, play piano, and will increase those activities starting today. Writing this post…
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Vietnamese Food
What do you order when you go to a Vietnamese restaurant? This evening I had one shrimp snow roll (not fried) and shrimp Pho (which was simply and boringly broth, shrimp, and noodles). Looking for low calorie foods! Thanks
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How did you quit drinking?
I was mesmerized by the thread on quitting smoking - and read all the advice carefully. I would like to quit drinking. I use it for stress relief - we had a major family crises (well, three actually) 5 years ago and I got deep into my wine at that time. Thankfully my life is good again, but the habit is still there. I used…
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Intro - Middle Aged Lady with Belly - Hoping to LOSE it
Hi all, Just wanted to introduce myself. I am 54, mother of 4 teenage girls, and.....my weight fluctuates greatly. I have gained 10 lb since June to an (almost) all-time high of 195. (I am 5'8"). I eat to reduce bad stress, and to celebrate good stress. Is there anyone else out there in my boat? Suggestions? I want to…
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Wine = weight gain I think
Good morning, I am 53 years old (in August 54!!) and struggling with weight loss. I am peri-menopausal - I haven't had a period in 7 months, but it has come back after a long stretch like this, so I am not out of the woods yet. I gained 30 lb 3 years ago due to extreme family stress (daughter has mental illness and was…
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Any menopause belly loss?
I am 53 years old, and am very, very slowly losing my belly. Never had a belly until the last 5 years - I gained about 30 lb and it's all in my center. I would love to see photos of any of you who have had some success reducing the menopause belly. Thanks.