Trying hard to lose the pounds!!!!!!!!!

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  • Rosemary44
    Rosemary44 Member Posts: 2,660
    edited June 2005
    Howdy all,



    I've been among the missing recently because I was doing a lot of research on the net for various small problems that seemed to have suddenly shown up.



    I thought it had to do with my healthy eating because I changed into a health nut suddenly and my body was wanting a double cheese burger. Anyway, I found this site:



    http://www.ctds.info/index.html



    It's packed with info and research on a variety of ailments so I thought I'd share it with you all. I hope this turns out to be true, but I recently changed my magnesium intake to the wrong kind without realizing it. So I'm going back to the right kind (citrate) and I hope my minor problems go away with it.



    Patti, you have to drink more water. It's another cure for getting rid of belly fat. Protein and water in, belly fat out. At least 10 glasses a day. You weren't planning on a long car trip?
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  • pconn03
    pconn03 Member Posts: 643
    edited June 2005
    Hi Gals:
    Just dropping in to say I'm still waiting for my daughter to call to say that little "Twig" (our name for the unborn baby) is on his/her way. Today is actually the due date the doctor gave but if Twig doesn't arrive by next Wednesday, June 15th, they are going to induce Julie. I'm hoping and praying that the baby decides to come before that, but if not at least now we have an outside date.
    Anyway, being in this 'holding pattern' I haven't focused alot on WW but I think I'm sort of in a holding pattern there too. From the lowest point I was at about 4 weeks ago, I'm up about 2lbs. I'm just trying to maintain it there and after I go and come back from Milwaukee - I'll get back to it in earnest again.
    Hope all of you divas are doing great. We are all in this together and it's so nice to come here for support and friendship. I may not be on the boards for awhile but will be with you all in spirit.
    God bless,
    Pat
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  • NYJanet
    NYJanet Member Posts: 150
    edited June 2005
    Hello all you wonderful Divas! Hope you are all doing well. I've been struggling the past few weeks but I think I'm now back on track. Being away last weekend moving my daughter into her new apartment for college next year was tough, eating out all weekend.

    Pat: How exciting waiting for "Twig" to arrive. I'd be very happy to share the 16th with him/her (that's my b-day). Is this your first gc?

    Patti: I always love to read you posts. They always put a smile on my face.

    Eileen & Cowgirl: Glad to hear you are both feeling better each day. We miss you both!!

    Rosemary: You always have such good information. Keep it coming!!

    Here's another great summertime recipe - great dessert, I don't think I posted it already.

    1 package of sugar free pistachio pudding.
    1 small container of cool whip lite.
    1 cup of low fat/skim milk.
    Combine these ingredients in a bowl, put in fridge and let set.

    Use the above as a "dip" for strawberries, grapes, kiwis, any type of fruit. It's delicious. FYI, I do not like pistachio but loved the dip. [It is also great on top of brownies but we don't even discuss that.]

    Hope you all have a wonderful weekend. Pat: We'll be waiting for any "Twig" news. Good luck. - Janet
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  • cowgirl
    cowgirl Member Posts: 777
    edited June 2005
    My drug fog brain seems to have cleared up. I feel better until my next fill on Wednesday. It takes me about 4 days of getting through it, now I feel good.

    I take citrical D usually, I think it and Omega 3 really help you feel better. I am not pushing myself on counting I am just trying to get back to myself right now. I know I will be OP soon once my fills are done.

    You all sound so committed keep it up!
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  • beachcottage
    beachcottage Member Posts: 4,688
    edited June 2005
    Cowgirl I am glad that you are having some relief...I hope you recover quickly when having your next fill...Be gentle to yourself...There is plenty of time later on for counting......Now would you please slap me silly....I am out of control!!

    Pat it is almost Wed...I was wondering how things are going? Wondering if Twig has come yet? Praying for your family and the safe arrival of TWIG.....You must be so Excited Pat....I am for you!!!! Sending you a big hug!!!

    Rosemary you are so right! I do need to drink more water....I am not very good with water intake...I am trying...Thanks for all of the great info that you pass along...It is always much appreciated.....

    Janet I am glad that your daughter is all moved in to her new apartment....Where does she go to college? I am sure that you mentioned it before..My memory is not always the best....Thanks for another great recipe.....I cant wait to try it.....I will try to post some more.....I just need to control portions....Yeah I am working on portion control!


    RAven? How are you doing? ARe you coutning down? Summer is almost here....I bet you cant wait to spend time with the girls........................How are you feeling?

    And LOIS.......LOis......I missed you........... Welcome home!!! We missed you lots.....We want to hear all aobut the Tahoe trip!!!

    xoxo,Patti
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  • aalice
    aalice Member Posts: 12
    edited June 2005

    Rosemary someone posted this information for me when I inquired what they knew on the WW site. Not sure where it is being quoted from? Just FYI

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  • Rosemary44
    Rosemary44 Member Posts: 2,660
    edited June 2005
    Alice,



    I have to know, posted what information? Where? What?





    I was reading along in something and I found this quote about kelp:



    "Kelp contains nearly thirty minerals which nourish the glands (especially the thyroid and pituitary). By enhancing the action of the glandular system, it helps balance the body's metabolism and rate at which it burns calories. Kelp, also known as seaweed, grows in the rich ocean beds, far below surface pollution levels.



    Because of its high nutrient content, this herb is reputedly beneficial for a wide range of applications. It is known to nourish the sensory nerves, brain membranes, also spinal cord and brain tissue. Kelp contains alginic acid which can help protect the body against the effects of radiation."



    So kelp helps our metabolism to burn calories. I switched, I was taking barley with kelp and I switched it to just barley. Dang it.



    Anyone ever hear of having to buy a new transmission for a car less then 3 yrs old? No more Honda's for me. It has to be a factory problem. I'm about to find out if they see it my way or will it cost me $2 grand to fix their mistake.



    Pat, I'm predicting that Twig is going to be a girl. We know how to curl up in a nice warm dark place without a care in the world.
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  • aalice
    aalice Member Posts: 12
    edited June 2005
    Sorry I forgot to add this yesterday I guess

    Taking any suupplements can be dangerous. Here are some concerns:

    Avoid using solid tablets containing glucomannan. These can sometimes cause blockages of the throat or intestines.

    Interactions:
    Medications for diabetes (Antidiabetes drugs):
    Glucomannan can decrease blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes. Diabetes medications are also used to lower blood sugar. Taking glucomannan along with diabetes medications might cause your blood sugar to go too low. Monitor your blood sugar closely. The dose of your diabetes medication might need to be changed.


    Medications taken by mouth (Oral drugs):
    Glucomannan absorbs substances in the stomach and intestines. Taking glucomannan along with medications taken by mouth can decrease how much medicine your body absorbs, and decrease the effectiveness of your medication.
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  • Rosemary44
    Rosemary44 Member Posts: 2,660
    edited June 2005
    Alice,



    Thanks, that's good to know. I've been finding out a lot of things can interfere with medications that I didn't know about. Flaxseed, and some calcium pills shouldn't be taken within a couple of hours of medication.



    I'll bet there's more of that going on that we know nothing about. That fiber should only be taken with liquids. Ever wonder how the chinese get such thick sauces? I mix it with my juice and then I can eat my juice with a spoon. It offsets the sugars in the juice so you don't get a sugar high which is supposedly bad for our diets.



    Thanks, now I know not to take it around med time.
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  • cowgirl
    cowgirl Member Posts: 777
    edited June 2005
    I use Omega 3 Beaches Try it!

    Has anyone ever gone to 3fatchicks to get recipes? I used to do it all the time before BC. It has a lot of good ideas and different recipes plus it is free.

    Had a fill today, maybe one or two more we will see. Haven't gone to a meeting yet I hope to get to one this week maybe.
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  • LJC
    LJC Member Posts: 119
    edited June 2005
    Divas, I'm baaaack!! I should also add that I'm back a few pounds heavier!!!!! I thought all that dancing we did Saturday would help to shed a few pounds - NOT!!!!! Oh well, I had a great time, but I'm exhausted. Having trouble getting up in the mornings - I feel like I could sleep another couple of hours! I think I'm too old for all this partying - good thing it's only once a year!!

    You can see my pics on the photo thread.

    Sounds like everyone here is doing great.
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  • aalice
    aalice Member Posts: 12
    edited June 2005

    You can go to Weightwatchers.com and learn alot and get alot of recipes from discussion on WPA Discussion board. Have to be a member to use some of the tools but don't think I use those anyway!

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  • beachcottage
    beachcottage Member Posts: 4,688
    edited June 2005
    Hey Diva's....Trying to get started again today...So far...I have been good..But then again...It is only 12:30 here in NY> .........

    I hope everyone is doing well...Anyone interested in joining me again????

    I weighed in this morning...My goal is to loose at least 25 pounds by December....I figured if I set a goal...I might make it this time.....

    Looking forward to some feedback....xoxo,Patti
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  • aalice
    aalice Member Posts: 12
    edited June 2005

    I am doing the Core WW program. I really like it. The Dr. told me yesterday not to lose more than a # a week. 2 or 3 a month best. Said when in a weight loss mode the body did to have the healing properties it normally did! I am still doing radiation. He did say not to quit though and to walk!

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  • Rosemary44
    Rosemary44 Member Posts: 2,660
    edited June 2005
    Patti,



    Yep, I set a goal also and I only have 7 lbs to go to get there. This is the longest time I ever spent trying to lose 7lbs. I thought it would fall off me once I got back swimming. Wrongo! I'm not even trying to be my High School weight. I'm just trying to get to the right BMI weight.



    I have to start looking up things to eat to get the metabolism back into gear. I'll take any gear at this point.



    I do notice one thing though. Every time I see a new number on the scale I get hungry. I'm going to have to stay off the scale I guess. Though it's fun to look at when I see a new number. Problem is I've seen this new number 3 times so far and grew from there. I may be here with you till Xmas trying to lose 7 lbs.



    Alice,



    How long do you have to go till the end of radiation? You need your energy during this time. Maybe a few rewards even. Ice Cream! It cools off the innards. Low fat ice cream, of course.



    Someone said B-12 helps to kick up the metabolism so I'm off to check that out for us.



    Well I'm back already. I didn't find the b-12 but I found this instead: No wonder I get stalled. Look at how little calories we can eat to just lose a pound a month!



    http://www.room42.com/nutrition/basal.shtml
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  • beachcottage
    beachcottage Member Posts: 4,688
    edited June 2005
    Rosemary you are doing just great! I wish I were seven pounds from goal! .....Thank you for all of the helpful links...I am going to the recommend your resource thread later on to check out some of the websites you posted...You have put lots of time in and I really do appreciate all of your research and effort....Now I just have to get busy and read and put all of this into action........

    I have been pretty good this week....It is always tough getting back on track...

    It is just so hard losing...You are right Rosemary...NOt fair....................

    Alice how much longer do you have to go for rads? Hope all is well....Be kind to yourself.....Rosemary is right ...You need your energy......

    Diva's where are you? HOpe all is well....

    xoxo,
    Patti
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  • aalice
    aalice Member Posts: 12
    edited June 2005
    I am just in my second week. 8 of 34 done! I am not planning on having any problems We will see if I am able to keep up the walking the Dr. says will mimimize my side effects. I am fortunate that I just had lumpectomy and rads. So far so good!
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  • pconn03
    pconn03 Member Posts: 643
    edited June 2005
    Hi All Divas:
    I'm checking in from Milwaukee just to let you know that on June 15, my daughter Julie had a wonderful, beautiful, healthy daughter who then named Reilly (my maiden name) Constance (her husband's mother's name). She weighed in at 8lb/4oz and was 21 1/4 inches long. And of course, she really is beautiful!!!! I wish I knew how to post pictures to the site because I would. I'll try to figure out a way to do that. Reilly was breach and wouldn't turn so they had to do a C-Section but Julie is doing great. What is funny is that Julie was breach 33 years ago and I had to have a C-Section too. Reilly looks exactly like Julie did as a baby - wow what a surreal experience. Well, I've gone on enough now but I know you ladies have been following this experience and I thank you for all your concern and prayers. They really worked!!! More on WW in my next post - I have no idea how I'm doing. Haven't been on a scale in 9 days so I'll just have to see when I go home. I'm really not thinking much about it right now - Reilly has all my attention. This is our first grandchild - can you tell??? LOL
    Talk later -
    God bless,
    Pat
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  • NYJanet
    NYJanet Member Posts: 150
    edited June 2005

    Pat - CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I was wondering if this was your first grandchild. You must be so excited, I can't even imagine. What a great name. Glad to hear all is going well with them. Don't worry about ww now, just enjoy your girls. - Janet

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  • NYJanet
    NYJanet Member Posts: 150
    edited June 2005

    Alice - Be careful not to lose to much weight when you are having rads. My rad onc said I had to stay exactly the same (no gains, no losses) so the measurements wouldn't be off. Just a word of encouragement -- since I finished rads last July I've lost almost 18 lbs. on WW and walking/gym. - Janet

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  • aalice
    aalice Member Posts: 12
    edited June 2005
    WTG Janet! Mine acted like it had more to do the the healing process than the change in dementions ? But like my Daughter said her Dr. said ask 3 Drs and get 3 opinions! I am not that large breasted anyway! The one I saw on Monday was not my primary oncologist , a neighbor and we just chit chatted! )) Glad he did not want to see my boob! ) I would have had to tell him to stand in line!
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  • Rosemary44
    Rosemary44 Member Posts: 2,660
    edited June 2005
    Pat,

    Congratulations! Having a first Grandchild is absolutely the best of times. What a cute name. Since she's a week old, I figure you already have her spoiled. Enjoy.
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  • Rosemary44
    Rosemary44 Member Posts: 2,660
    edited June 2005
    Patti,

    Just think, some day you too will be 7 lbs from goal and I'll still be here cheering us on. I'm probably not 7 lbs away any more. Yesterday I could have sat in my fridge with a knife and fork, forget about a plate. I hate days like that.

    That resource thread has been growing. The vitamin list has been getting bigger and bigger and every time I find a little good news about a vitamin or mineral, I start taking it. I have to hand it to nutritionists, how do they keep all this info in their heads?

    Here's some info on foods to eat to perk up our metabolism, except for the soy advice:

    http://www.webterrace.com/fat/burning.htm
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  • NYJanet
    NYJanet Member Posts: 150
    edited June 2005

    Rosemary: Congrats on being 7 lbs. from goal. That's really great. Sometimes those last few are the hardest. It's so hard in the summer to stay focused. I had to chuckle about not trying to get to high school weight. I finally reached my pre-pregnancy weight and my baby will be 21 in August. But hey at least we are putting in a good effort. Keep up the good work (and keep those bits of information coming, they are so helpful). - Janet

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  • beachcottage
    beachcottage Member Posts: 4,688
    edited June 2005
    GRANDMA------Pat.... congratulations! How exciting! How is granpa doing? He must be on cloud nine with you!



    I love your new grand-daughters name... Reilly Constance....It is a beautiful name.....WE miss you here...But are so excited that you are with your "girls" right now...Enjoy every minute and don't worry about the scalenow........This beautiful occasion gives you all the reason to celebrate and have your cake too! ....Waiting to hear more about Reilly.....Give your daughter a hug .....Sending you many hugs and prayers for the new family.....When is the next baby due?



    Rosemary thanks again for another web-site....I have been busy catching up on all of the info you posted.....I have not had much of an appeite this week...Sinus headaches.... Maybe my stomach will shrink



    Janet how are you doing? any new recipes?



    Alice so glad rads is going good so far...Hang in there..



    xoxo

    Patti
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  • gmr52
    gmr52 Member Posts: 74
    edited June 2005
    Hi Pat,
    I was surfing around the site, don't usually, though God knows I should and came across your wonderful news. How exciting!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Congratulations Grandma. What a beautiful name, you must be bursting.
    We'll be looking forward to seeing the pictures of your beautiful grand-daughter.
    Gerri
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  • Rosemary44
    Rosemary44 Member Posts: 2,660
    edited June 2005
    Janet,

    I laughed out loud when I read your post. "And my baby will be 21", that was so funny. I'm still laughing. Well if you have that kind of endurance I surely can put in a few more months.
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  • Rosemary44
    Rosemary44 Member Posts: 2,660
    edited June 2005
    Maybe I won't have to put in those extra months to lose a few pounds. Look what I found:

    In a Belgian study of 27 obese patients, Dr. Luc Van Gaal found that over half of the persons studied were significantly deficient in Co-Q10. Dr. Van Gaal and his co1leagues then performed a clinical study on two groups of overweight subjects. Subjects in group A were found to be deficient in Co-Q10 while subjects in group B were not. Both groups were placed on controlled reducing diets and both were given 100 mg. of Co-Q10 daily. After 9 weeks Group A had lost an average of 30 pounds compared to an average of 13 pounds for group B. After 3 months the Co-Q10 deficient group had lost an average of 38 pounds.

    http://ez-trim.com/html/Co-Q10.htm

    We're all on a controlled reducing diet of some kind...on somedays. I'm going to put this to the test.

    I know co Q10 interacts with some statin drugs. That has to be checked out first though.
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  • cowgirl
    cowgirl Member Posts: 777
    edited June 2005
    Well so much news! So exciting a Baby! Beaches is on track and I am off track!

    Don't know why I seem to have lost my desire, I forced myself to drink water today. I am hopeful I will get back on track soon.
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  • beachcottage
    beachcottage Member Posts: 4,688
    edited July 2005
    Hang in there cowgirl...You will have plenty of time to get back in the groove....Hopefully you will be better at it than I have been... ....Still trying...Going to let my hair down this weekend for the 4th...

    Divas..where are you? Are you all stuck like me? Wishing you all a Happy 4th and great holiday weekend.....

    I will be reporting back to duty after Monday...Please join me.....I need help

    until then....eat...drink...and be merry....xoxo,Patti

    xoxo,
    Patti
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