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Congratulations !!!! 40 lbs wonderful :girl_hug:

Happy #3 To You Becky!!! :humble: :girl_hug: :rose: :rose: :humble: :rose: :rose: :rose: :humble: :rose: :rose: :rose: :humble:

Those donuts are nasty, plain ol nasty but whats worse is White Castle food ~ GAG BARF PUKE!!!!! I'm not a fast food fan to begin with, I prefer a sit-down meal of real good food or home made food. Now if you said my weakness like junk food ~ cake, chocolate, and chips, thats another story......did I mention chocolate :girl_hug:

Check out this article.... http://www.webmd.com/content/article/111/110149?src=RSS_PUBLIC Nuts get a bad rap. A lot of people still see them as salty, fatty, and high calorie -- a junk food deserving exile to the carts of vendors or the snack bowls of dingy, smoky bars. But nutritionists say that certain nuts deserve an honored spot in the kitchen of every healthy eater (as long as you're not allergic, of course.) Nuts have lots of Protein, fiber, healthy monounsaturated fats, Vitamins, nutrients, and antioxidants. And many studies have shown that nuts have powerful cholesterol-lowering effects. The benefits were clear enough for the FDA in 2003 to issue a "qualified health claim" for peanuts and certain tree nuts -- almonds, hazelnuts, pecans, some pine nuts, pistachios, and walnuts. The claim states that while research is not conclusive, there is good evidence that nuts can lower the risk of heart disease. So it's time to dust off your nutcrackers or pull the lid off a can of nuts. Taken in moderation, these nuts are good for you. Walnuts "Walnuts are great because they have high levels of omega-3 fatty acids," says American Dietetic Association spokeswoman Suzanne Farrell, MS, RD. "Other nuts don't." Omega-3 fatty acids are also found in fatty fish like tuna and salmon. We know that omega-3 fatty acids lower levels of triglycerides, a type of fat in the bloodstream. Experts are not exactly sure how. Omega-3 fatty acids may also slow down the growth of plaques in the arteries and reduce swelling throughout the body. There are a number of small studies that show that walnuts help lower cholesterol. One 2004 study of 58 adults with diabetes looked at the effects of eating a handful of walnuts each day in addition to a healthy diet. The researchers found that on average, people who ate the walnuts had an increase in their good HDL cholesterol and a drop of 10% in their bad LDL cholesterol levels. The results were published in the journal Diabetes Care. Walnuts received their own, separate qualified health claim from the FDA in 2004, stating that they may reduce the risk of heart disease. Almonds Many studies show that almonds have real health benefits too. Like other nuts, they are high in protein, fiber, healthy monounsaturated fats, minerals, and other nutrients. They are also high in Vitamin E, an antioxidant. One researcher, David Jenkins MD, has done many studies of the effects of almonds. In a 2002 study, he tested 27 men and women with high cholesterol over three months. People who ate about a handful of almonds a day lowered their bad LDL cholesterol by 4.4%. Those who ate two handfuls lowered it by 9.4%. The results were published in the journal Circulation. Jenkins also studies the effects of almonds along with other cholesterol-lowering foods. In a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in 2005, he and other researchers tested cholesterol-lowering drugs against cholesterol-lowering foods in a group of 34 adults with high cholesterol. Almonds, soy protein, legumes, oats, and fruits and vegetables were among the chosen foods. The results were striking. The diet lowered cholesterol levels about as well as cholesterol drugs. Other Nuts "Basically, nuts are good," Farrell tells WebMD. "They're high in vitamins, minerals, and good monounsaturated fat, which can lower cholesterol." Along with almonds and walnuts, the FDA gave its qualified health claim to peanuts, hazelnuts, pecans, some pine nuts, and pistachios. Many studies back up their benefits. For example, one small 2001 study compared a standard cholesterol-lowering diet with a diet that replaced one-fifth of the calories with pecans. When compared to the standard diet, the pecan diet lowered bad LDL cholesterol by 10.4% and decreased triglycerides by 11.1%. It also raised the levels of good HDL cholesterol by 5.6%. The results were published in The Journal of Nutrition. Not all nuts offer equal benefits. The FDA cut Brazil nuts, macadamia nuts, cashew nuts, and some varieties of pine nuts from the qualified health claim. This is because of their high fat content. But in moderation, even these nuts may have some of the same benefits. For instance in one small study, 17 men with high cholesterol ate about 1.5 to 3.5 ounces of macadamia nuts each day. After four weeks, their total cholesterol dropped an average of 3% and their bad LDL cholesterol dropped 7%. The results were published in The Journal of Nutrition in 2003. Getting Nuts Into Your Diet Nuts are easy to work into your meal plan. Some nuts traditionally come still in the shell. But you can buy most of them pre-shelled at a grocery store. They don't need any preparation. Just eat a handful as a snack or add them to a trail mix. You don't need very many anyway. You can also use nuts as a condiment. Sprinkle them on your salad, Cereal, yogurt, fruit, vegetables, or Entrees, suggest Keecha Harris, DrPh, RD and Ruth Frechman, RD, both spokeswomen for the ADA. Use nuts in Pasta salads or in hot Soups. However, don't get seduced by anything less than a pure nut. "When you're choosing nuts, make sure to get them raw and unsalted," Farrell tells WebMD. Honey-roasted, chocolate covered, and other candied nuts give you extra calories that you don't need. How Much Do You Need? You can get the health benefits of nuts from just a handful a day. About 1 to 1.5 ounces is plenty, experts say. The high protein and fiber in nuts make them very filling. Make sure you don't overdo it. "Although nuts have a lot of benefits, they're also high in calories that can add up fast," says Farrell. Gaining weight is likely to undo any of the heart-healthy effects of these foods. The best way to add nuts to your diet is to use them to replace less healthy fats -- like saturated fats in meats. That way you're gaining the benefits of nuts without adding more calories. Published November 2005.

I did too :faint: hehehe Did God make me rich? YEP, He sure did, I am blessed beyond belief (not money wise but we ain't hurtin thats for sure). I am blessed with His Promise, my family & their health as well as mine....can't ask for more.

Very nice !!! hehehehehe

WHOOOOT!!!!!!! Me want pictures !! me want pictures !!!

My doc said no soda, but coffee is a staple in my diet. Actually right after surgery thats the one thing I could have with skim milk.

Centrum chewables

Good Morning Its good to be free Becky.. HAPPY BANDIVERSARY !!!!!! :clap2: Darcy, hope the leg is feeling better. CONGRATS on the WL...your on a roll now girlie WHOOT !!!!! Dianne, congrats on your WL too WHOOOT!!!!! you girls are hot hot hot!! Beanie, glad you had fun at the faire with your nephew. Where are you going on vacation? yeah I prob missed that one. Shackdog....sing to me lol, whatcha been up to? Cindy hope you have a fun weekend with the family...enjoy !!!!! Mary, menopause huh.... yep been going thru it since my late 30's... all us girls in my family start pretty early. OY those padded bats surely can hurt, I hope his eye isn't to badly bruised. Good luck with the lawyer. Did you enjoy the faire? Kat, go with your gut feeling (no pun intended) if you think you'd be better off postponing your fill than do it. I have done that several times....better safe IMHO than sorry. Hang in there hon Sherry girl, how are things in your world? Annie bananie, where are ya chicklet? are you still vacationing? Patty, I'm sorry you ate the cake out of frustration, but we all know how that is, I still do it. Stay on top of the insurance company, don't let them get away with anything. Trust me, I went thru the same crap, I was in tears and so frustrated by their nonsense...just look at my post back in October. Hang in there. Donna, how are things by you? Pat woman, whatcha been up to? your to quiet, you okay? Betty boop, how's work ya busy bee? PattiU WELCOME !!!!! its good to have you here. Nothing much going on here, today DD has a birthday party to go to, and then we'll stop off at my mom's house. My niece (6 years old) has some throat problems, polyps in the esophagus that will need surgery in a week or two. Anyway, her one doctor called my sister last night and said that she wanted her to get the 6 year old to the hospital ASAP!!! because she was not getting in enuf air WTF??? so my sister scared to death races home from work and gets my niece to the hospital.....only for another doctor there to say, she's okay, bring her home!!! Talk about asswipes!!! Here we are all on pins and needles thinking the poor little thing would have emergency surgery or God only knows what else and she gets sent home. :cry WTF is wrong with the medical profession??? I've been up since 5:30 and I'm hungry.....bbl Whats your weekend plans? Thank God I did a spell check.... I suck at writing and spelling.....glad some one in Jersey is a good speller (GO JERSEY) ... a little girl no less haaaa.

Dunno about you but its a cuss word in Jersey :omg:

Wholey crap look what I'm missing.... I will check in with you all tomorrow.. sorry, things been hairy at work. LOVE YOU ALL !! HAPPY JUNE WHOOT!

Welcome back and good luck :confused:

I know I'm not the only one who dislikes exercise but i think it would be a good thing to have here. No?

This is how I feel, eveyone is different. How do they feel? just a pinch, not painful. How do you feel after? fine, like normal. How is it done? they find your port, some wing it some do it under fluro, they fill a syringe with Fluid and doink! your done. Are you sick or in pain like right after surgery? no, not sick at all, you feel normal. What is your diet after your fill? Liquids for 3 days. Hope this helps.

Good Morning :confused: to you all. I have to get some crap done and I'll be back later to do personals. Just thinking about you all Hugs

Happy Birthday To You !! Enjoy your day :confused: :happybday2: :happybday2: :happybday2: :happybday2: :happybday2: :happybday2:

Happy Birthday To You !!! Hugs and Kisses :happybday2: :happybday2: :happybday2: :happybday2: :happybday2: :happybday2:

Gee girl, the title of your thread sounded like a Dr. Seuss book lol. Your probably hungry if your tummy is growling. When I woke up from surgery I wanted a cheeseburger... I was soooooo hungry. Never did I not want to eat. How are you feeling today?

Good Morning, :bored Yeah Betty, I'll go to work for you :tired :tired :tired :tired :tired Sherry, maybe you need a slight unfill, throwing up is NOT good for the esphogus, you'll do more damage being to tight. Please talk to your doctor. Be careful okay Well boss man is in a meeting, I just got out of one and I still have sand in my eyes from not enuf sleep Back to the grind... I promised myself I would do really good this week and I will *!#$*%&*! <--- insert any cuss word you'd like :heh: Soooooooo whats new?

Pat COOL pictures. Bet your place is breathtaking. Love the tart cart Donna, sorry about your visit. I know what you mean about the drinking, I have 2 brothers who are alcoholics (my dad was one too). Its really something they need to do for themselves (sadly). How is your Dad, what did the hospital say? Sherry, the band is wacky LOL !!! Congrats on the 39 lbs WHOOT!!!! The reason people do liquids after they have a rough pb is because the esphogus is usually irritated. I get food stuck alot but thats because I go to fast. If your having a hard time you might want to wait to get another fill....only you can tell. I was supposed to get one this past week but I'm waiting until June 16th... I'm afraid of going to tight too. Cindy, sorry your aunt is making things ugly. Its rough enough when some one you love passes and yet to put up with that crap just sucks. No tickets ??? just kidding Voice lessons........ how cool !!!!! you should be proud. I wish folks would use their time to support than to call each other names...it really is sad (on the troll thread and such). We went swimming today, water was chili but it warm up and you got used to it after a while LOLOL !!!! Oh well...good night folks. Have a great evening and well, we'll be back to the grind tomorrow. Hugs and :kiss2:

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BECKY !!! :happybday2: :happybday2: :happybday2: :happybday2: :happybday2: :happybday2:

Happy Birthday Becky !!! HUGS and KiSSES

Happy Birthday Little Chicklet Hope it was wonderful !!

The band is fickle thats for sure. One day I can eat like I"m not banded, the next day I eat so little.... tis a strange little thing, thats for sure. Did you call the doc?