Arthritis: Weight Watchers
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Lap Band Surgery
Asked by K.T. from Minneapolis
on June 18, 2009
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I have been overweight since I was a toddler, and have dieted for most of my life [since 7 years of age when my mom enrolled me in a weight loss program]. Before becom...
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- Weight Watchers works...hard work but well worth it. Do you have a friend or relative to join w/ you? Makes it easier, more fun, and they say you are more likely to ...
- I too have battle the weight. I was thin as a young child and then gain weight mostly after high school. Lost 70 pounds only to regain plus some. Then join weight w...
- K., I have not had the surgery, but have been to an informational seminar with my husband. I think if you truyly want to consider this, that is your next step. It i...
Needing Help on Weight Loss
Asked by S.D. from Grand Rapids
on November 12, 2009
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I am a SAHM and thoroughly enjoy it. My problem is that I can't seem to loss any weight. I have been trying for several months, and am just not able to. I have trie...
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- Hi S., I was in this place a little over a year ago. I was a SAHM at the time and had gained weight before my second baby and didn't loose it after. I really hate...
- You gotta get moving. Aerobic and weight lifting. Get yourself some 5lb weights to work your arms. Do lunges while having your baby on piggyback - that's real resis...
- Hi S., Eating healthy and exercise are the best way to go. One or the other alone usually isn't enough. Ask your husband to help you by exercising together, such as...
Nutrisystem, Jenny Craig, Et. al.-Need Your Reviews!
Asked by L.R. from Washington DC
on February 3, 2009
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Greetings, Mamas. Here's the story: My husband and I need to jump-start some weight loss. We already practice a lot of good eating habits etc. but I'd like to spend a ...
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- I tried Nutrisystem, and all I can say is, bleh! Breakfast muffins that taste of chemicals, powdered eggs (just add boiling water!) where egg whites would taste so mu...
- My mom was successful with Nutri System (about 40 pounds lost.) I remember her saying that she could barely eat all the fruit that they required because she was so fu...
- I was on Nutrisystem a couple of years ago and lost about 45 lbs in 6 months. I was 5 lbs away from my goal - high school weight(I'm 40 now). That's when I got pregn...
After Losing a SIGNIFICANT Amount of Weight, I Am Just Too Damn Tired to Keep Go
Asked by L.U. from Seattle
on May 3, 2010
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Hi ladies. So I have posted about weight loss before, but here goes. I have lost 100 lbs. I KNOW it's a huge number...but I still have another 70ish to go before I ...
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- Hi L., First, congratulations for coming so far! That is such a fantastic accomplishment. What came to my mind as I was reading your post was something I just got...
- I feel your pain. I hear your sadness. What you are trying to do is REALLY hard and I acknowledge and recognize your success. Keep going. I want to help you with a co...
- Also remember that as your body changes, your hormones are too. Keep in mind that emotions are simply chemical reactions - you don't need to give in to them. If you've...
Wanting to Lose 70 Lbs for My Son
Asked by B.D. from Augusta
on January 6, 2009
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I am a single mom looking to lose 70 lbs if not more. I am currently at 212 lbs and need to lose this weight not only for myself but for my son. Weight watchers, Jenny...
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- First of all, good for you! Just a few tips... - Switch to Equal or Splenda and ditch the sugar. Their are online recipes for Tea (and other things) EVERYWHERE that...
- www.emofree.com will teach you "tapping" techniques to control your hunger between meals. It's free and it is working for me. Check out the Augusta YMCA. They h...
- Hi! I know you you'll get a lot of advice here, but I just wanted to chime in! You have got to stop with so much sugar and try some new things! There are many herbs ...
Hypothyroidism & Losing Weight
Asked by S.F. from Jackson
on June 9, 2008
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Hello all,
I am 39 years old and was diagnosed with Hypothyroidism when I was 17. I have a 3 year old son and I am very unhappy with the way I look. About 1 1/2 year...
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- Hi S., I have read all the responses and they are all very good. However, I think your main request was how to find and keep motivation. Like me you may already know...
- Your situation is frustrating for sure. Have you heard of Arbonne? They have a website www.gofigure8.com that has message boards (where you can find an accountabilit...
- Hi S., Good Morning!! Sorry to hear about your problems,but i'm in the same boat as you...I have a hernaited disk plus other problems plus I had a heart attack last...
Lap Band
Asked by J.C. from Anchorage
on January 8, 2011
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Have any of you had one? How did it work? How did it effect your life? How was the recovery period? Would you recommend it to someone. I am struggling, am on medi...
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- Hi, I had the Lapband done a little over a year ago and I am very happy with my decision. It is the best thing I have ever done for myself. I wanted to lose 90lbs and ...
- I cannot agree more with what Erica said. I have heard of SO MANY PROBLMES assiciated with lap band - the surgery goes wrong and they need another surgery, the person...
- It could, but you could end up doing what my hubby's aunt did: She got a lap band, lost 145 lbs in about 3 months. However, as soon as she got to where she was comfo...
Seeking Information and Advice on Knee Injury
Asked by C.P. from Chicago
on August 29, 2007
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Hello,
Has anyone had this injury? If so, I could use some advice and encouragement:
I have just learned I have a fairly serious tear in my knee and the surgeon...
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- My husband had a complete tear about 10 years ago and waited and it didn't get any better. He eventually had surgery to repair it and once they went in to repair it, ...
- I tore my meniscus three years ago. I waited for three months and it did not heal on it's own, so I had surgery to repair it. I also did physical thearpy after the sur...
- My husband had a torn meniscus in one of his knees about 18 months ago. It took about 6 months, but eventually did heal. He did the exercises that were recommended and...
Is One of Your New Years Resolutions to Lose Weight?
Asked by E.L. from Columbus
on January 5, 2008
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I would be interested to know how many women have made a New Years Resolution to Lose Weight? Also, if you have made this resolution previous years. If so, do you cont...
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- Anna, I cannot say this enough... DRINK LEMON WATER.. first thing, every morning. Just cut a lemon wedge, squeeze it in your water and drink up. The liver gets a good ...
- I would love to lose weight, but my major problem is will power. When I go to bed at night I have all these great plans for losing the weight, but the next day I am b...
- Yes losing weight has been one of my resolutions many different years and I always seem to hit that wall you were talking about. I didn't make that resolution this yea...
Overweight Mommy
Asked by J.C. from Indianapolis
on March 15, 2008
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I am struggling with trying to lose weight.I am at my wits end with diets.I had considered the lap band surgery but I decided not to go through with it(probaly out of ...
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- I also had been struggling with weight loss. You have to find something that's easy for you to stick to. It's also important to get your heart rate up for at least 30 ...
- J., I wanted to let you know that I feel your pain. It took me several years to get "sick of myself" enough to finally commit to doing something about it. I'm proud t...
- Hello I am 35 and have a 3 year old. I am also overweight and have just been diagnosed within the last year with haveing type 2 diabetes. I, like you, have been stru...
