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[Newme17 3,444]

On 7/7/2017 at 1:11 PM, Apple1 said:

The dressing is 6-8 limes squeezed over it with salt and virgin olive oil drizzled liberally over all.

Definitely going to try this salad and this simple dressing. Sounds yummy.

[Newme17 3,444]

On 7/7/2017 at 10:15 PM, Apple1 said:

I found this calculator for RMR and TDEE

http://www.health-calc.com/diet/energy-expenditure-advanced

I thought it was pretty cool because it asked you more questions about your daily activities to increase the accuracy of the calculation. It said my RMR was 1537, the health app on my phone says 1600 so pretty close.

Do you have to download this calculator? I cannot find where to use it.

[Newme17 3,444]

On 7/8/2017 at 9:02 AM, Apple1 said:

Good morning! It is a beautiful Saturday here on the east coast.

I wanted to share this high Protein coffee shake I have been making every morning now. I mix it with a few ice cubes, 1 1/2 cups of unsweetened chocolate almond milk, and two scoops of the mix. Blend well in my Ninja and it tastes a lot like a Starbucks mocha frappachino without the whip cream. Very good and with 20g of Protein and a good shot of caffeine lol.

I've seen this and wondered. I'll have to try it now, since you mentioned Starbucks!!! LOL Thanks!

[Newme17 3,444]

So, hey, I'm slacking on my updates here. I do a few on the single updates on the main page as well. I've been posting on some threads these last few days. Anyway, I finally went to get some shopping done. Nothing major. I bought maybe 6 shirts, 2 pullover bras and 2 exercise capris (my favorite). I decided I won't be buying any nice outfits until I'm closer to maintenance. It helps that I don't have to dress up for work, nor do I really dress for church. LOL I go in my workout gear. YAY! I spent maybe $100...I try to keep it cheap/simple, since I won't be wearing these for much longer, as anticipated, but I could actually wear them, they'll just be too big, but ok. Like I did with my 2x shirts until now. I bought XL shirts and XL capri pants, and L pullover bras. I could fit into L shirts, but it's just a teeny tad fitted on my stomach and I don't like that. Maybe in a month I'll wear a L, I have a few clothes that I had previously at that size, so I'm good for now.

Here's an NSV...kind of intimate, but it's something to Celebrate. The more weight I packed on, the less libido I had to want to do anything in the bedroom. I basically had to really gear up to it. I always felt bad about it for my husband. So anyway, 24 less pounds makes a difference...my libido has gone up. I'm actually amazed...and my husband is happy. LOL

My belly isn't hanging over as much anymore...I see the crease diminishing. I'm also anticipating not having to have a TT afterall...just some flab which is liveable. I don't plan on wearing clothes that show my belly anyway.

Since changing back to regular Vitamins (from the Patch), I can see the difference and feel the difference. I don't think the Patches were doing anything for me really. My nails are getting strong again and I have more energy. Glad I decided to go back. Now I have two months worth of Patches with no where to go. Unless I find someone locally that can use them pre-op.

I finally got a thing of Halo Top ice cream a few days ago. It was free...I had a coupon from my store for a free one. It's still sitting in the freezer uneaten. LOL I have to be in the mood for ice cream...never was one to just want it all the time. Guess because it's sweet. I don't do sweet very well. So anyway, when I finally try it, I'll give my two cents on it.

Hope you all have a great day today!!!

[Apple1 2,572]

1 hour ago, Newme17 said:

Do you have to download this calculator? I cannot find where to use it.

It is right on the middle of the page. It looks like it is just a photo, but if you click on the little dials you can actually turn them to change your age and weight, ect

[Apple1 2,572]

1 hour ago, Newme17 said:

I've seen this and wondered. I'll have to try it now, since you mentioned Starbucks!!! LOL Thanks!

It is really good and you could sub in regular milk or whatever you like. It isn't sweet though. I think it has 8-9 carbs total. I am getting used to drinking unsweetened everything now.

[Newme17 3,444]

6 minutes ago, Apple1 said:

It is right on the middle of the page. It looks like it is just a photo, but if you click on the little dials you can actually turn them to change your age and weight, ect

I had to go to Chrome, Edge wasn't loading it correctly. I'm not sure if I've got my numbers right, says I have 12 hours left over with sitting. LOL I don't sit for 12 hours. On another calculator, my BMR is about 1700 at this weight I am now. So, I'm guessing if I lowered the sitting time, it should be about the same. ???

[Apple1 2,572]

1 hour ago, Newme17 said:

Here's an NSV...kind of intimate, but it's something to Celebrate. The more weight I packed on, the less libido I had to want to do anything in the bedroom. I basically had to really gear up to it. I always felt bad about it for my husband. So anyway, 24 less pounds makes a difference...my libido has gone up. I'm actually amazed...and my husband is happy. LOL

I am right there with you girl. My dh has been offering to give me a massage like 2-3 times a week. He says my muscles need it since I am running and he doesn't want me to hurt myself. Well I am on to him, these massages always turn into something else.. lol.. and I am not complaining 😊

[Newme17 3,444]

30 minutes ago, Apple1 said:

I am right there with you girl. My dh has been offering to give me a massage like 2-3 times a week. He says my muscles need it since I am running and he doesn't want me to hurt myself. Well I am on to him, these massages always turn into something else.. lol.. and I am not complaining 😊

LOL....that's cute and funny! I should tell my hubby to do the massages...

[Apple1 2,572]

28 minutes ago, Newme17 said:

I had to go to Chrome, Edge wasn't loading it correctly. I'm not sure if I've got my numbers right, says I have 12 hours left over with sitting. LOL I don't sit for 12 hours. On another calculator, my BMR is about 1700 at this weight I am now. So, I'm guessing if I lowered the sitting time, it should be about the same. ???

I actually tracked my sitting for a day so I could be more accurate. So yea if you lower your sitting the number of calories will go up. We will never be able to eat enough calories to exceed our TDEE right now so no worry of gaining any fat.

[Newme17 3,444]

38 minutes ago, Apple1 said:

It is really good and you could sub in regular milk or whatever you like. It isn't sweet though. I think it has 8-9 carbs total. I am getting used to drinking unsweetened everything now.

Sounds perfect for me. I don't like sweet too much anyway. I'll look for it next time I go grocery shopping.

[Newme17 3,444]

1 minute ago, Apple1 said:

We will never be able to eat enough calories to exceed our TDEE right now so no worry of gaining any fat.

This is why my surgeon says it's hard to mess this up now. YAY!

[Apple1 2,572]

1 minute ago, Newme17 said:

This is why my surgeon says it's hard to mess this up now. YAY!

For some reason my brain needed to see the numbers on the screen so I could relax a little. lol..

[Newme17 3,444]

2 minutes ago, Apple1 said:

For some reason my brain needed to see the numbers on the screen so I could relax a little. lol..

That's good. You know what's cool...I don't do numbers and you do. We're having success both ways. Although my nut wants me to do more counting (now) which I'm trying to, but it's not my focus anyhow, but I am trying.

[Apple1 2,572]

8 minutes ago, Newme17 said:

LOL....that's cute and funny! I should tell my hubby to do the massages...

It has become a joke now.. he asks me if I want a massage tonight and gives me a sly smile...lol...