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hely88

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Everything posted by hely88

  1. Just because you can doesn't mean you should. At least that is what I tell myself.
  2. I have met quite a few that have lost more than 200lbs. If they can do it so can everyone else. Just have to put inthe work!
  3. I think 45 minutes is to long. I think it's 20 to 30 minutes. I was eating longer to but I read different in here and also from my nurse.
  4. I was told the same as Mis.
  5. I never had problems taking pills just did them slow and one by one. Please do not crush or cut any pills without checking with your pharmacist or doctor. I know extended release meds cannot be cut but there are also others. It just takes a phone call and it is well worth it!
  6. I'm suprised no one else is suggesting that you make sure to get enough water or liquids. They can help you feel more satisfied between meals.
  7. I am surprised no one else is suggesting that you make sure to get enough water or liquids. They can help you feel less hungry between meals.
  8. Make sure you are eating solids and slowly plus get in all your water.sometimes when you are hungry you really need liquids.
  9. I love it too and I think it's a little smaller than the others.
  10. I hate weight watchers. There are to much free choices.
  11. This is to the restriction part of your post. I dont count calories just measure everything. If you are hungry make sure you are eating the right kinds of foods. Solids not shakes or yogurts or stuff like that. Make sure you are eating slow. Also make sure you are drinking enough water. Liquids help getting and keeping you satisfied. If I am hungry and not time to eat I drink first then if still hungry I get a healthy snack. Best of luck!
  12. I also use rice crackers but the unjury chicken has like 700 protein
  13. I always use a baby spoon not so much for the bite size but to keep me from eating too fast.
  14. Thanks for sharing. It is fun to see what other people are eating.
  15. My doctor says bite should be size of fingertip most say big as a pencil eraser. I chew till its mush and I still guzzle water unless it's really cold. Best of luck.
  16. Beware those refrigerated,frozen and canned foods they are loaded with sodium and processed foods can hurt your weightless . Try making meals on weekends or a few times a week. That includes these store bought chickens most are injected with sodium to flavor as they cook.
  17. I think it is important for everyone to have structure. Whether you are like B52 or a stay at home mother or whatever else you have going on in your life. I dont work but I do volunteer work to get out of the house and get my days started. I have had my coffee made my and ate my breakfast and getting ready to get my day started. Hope everyone had a great day!
  18. My advice is to not be too hard on yourself and just get back on that horse! Its just a bump in the road and there will be others you will do awesome! You know what you need to do. I also find cooking my own healthy foods makes me feel more satisfied and keeps me structured. I eat 3 half cup meals a day. I do measure and track everything. Good luck you will do great!!
  19. There are always lessones learned. Really it is not good to do anything against doctors orders. You are not healed enough yet for a lot of things. Many people can not eat breat but some can. You might want to try it again when you are healed. When you get to solids you will try lots of different foods. Good luck on your journey!
  20. Congrats and welcome! I feel your pain we all go through the gas hell. Make sure to walk and move as much as possible. Some people say it helps if you raise your move your arms. Take some gas x. This will pass hang in there. The more you can move the better.
  21. I have a kick boxing game on wii that I love. Also if you are currently not exercising every bit helps! Good Luck.
  22. I only eat 3 half cup meals and usually get around 60 sometimes more.
  23. Often not everyday it has actually been better since I started cooking healthy foods.
  24. I have found that times I don't lose weight I lose inches. It is really good to keep up with your measurements so you can see the NSV.
  25. Mine is on the left and below. Under ribs.

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