i'm joining you guys. I think i said i would before but i always seem to be so busy. well i HAVE to lose it this time.. I ordered my dress for Dh's graduation and I WILL fit in it. I have 2 months!! WTG everyone on your weight loss! i am impressed! and proud of you all!
hi there I ordered it from Romans. But I gotta tell you. I got it this week and I HATE it and I am sending it back. the fabric is very stiff and not like the picture.. for the price it should of been perfect. blah
So, how's everyone doing with the weight loss?? Reggie??? George??? I'm doing good...last weigh in (last week) I was down 2 more pounds and another 3/4 of an inch.
pfft. I fell off the wagon...but I'm back on again Got this email today with good advice on foods..not sure if its true or not...but you can be the judge: BEAT THE BLUES People who suffer from depression often lack B vitamins. There are plenty of mood-lifting foods, though, that can come to the rescue. Avocados, for example, are a rich source of B vitamins, and bananas (packed with magnesium and vitamin B6) can help relieve stress and anxiety. The selenium found in Brazil nuts and the folic acid found in asparagus can also help stabilize your mood. Other 'happy foods' are salmon, sweet potatoes, and chocolate! FIGHT FATIGUE Protein (especially from sources that are also high in iron) is great for providing an energy boost. When you're feeling sluggish, just reach for some lean beef, chicken, turkey, clams, shrimp or eggs, and you'll start to feel more alert. Just be sure not to pair that lean protein with foods high in fats, since the two nutrients eaten together can make you feel tired. Green peas and good old-fashioned water are also great fatigue-fighters! BATTLE COLD SYMPTOMS Garlic helps combat cold and flu infections. So sprinkle some garlic powder onto your fat-free pizza or add sautéed garlic to your grilled veggies if you feel a cold coming on. You can even microwave garlic until tender, and then spread the softened stuff onto bread in place of butter (Heads up! You will likely become 40 percent less smoochable after you do this.) If eating all that garlic doesn't sound appealing, take garlic supplements instead. Or try these other infection-fighting foods: oranges, oatmeal, and pineapple! RELIEVE HEADACHES People who suffer from headaches are usually lacking magnesium in their diets. Luckily, increasing levels of the mineral in your body can help fight dull aches and even sharp migraines. Cereal rich in whole grains is a fantastic source of magnesium (a half-cup of our fave, Fiber One, provides 10% of the RDA of the stuff). Leafy green veggies and nuts are also high in the mineral. Many people also use ginger to thwart and prevent migraines. Other headache-stompers include brown rice, orange veggies and cherries! IMPROVE MEMORY Are you losing your keys all the time? If you want a sharper memory, munch on an apple or a pear. Turns out these yummy fruits contain a mineral called boron, which improves memory and alertness. Some studies also suggest mashed potatoes and barley can cause almost instantaneous memory boosts. (Pssst... Try Amy's Vegetable Barley soup for a low-cal dose of the stuff!) Wondering what other foods are great for memory improvement? Blueberries, acorn squash, papaya, strawberries and spinach. Yum!
Great to have you with us, Terri!! I can personally tell you that this thread has helped me tremendously. It's been a source of inspiration but has also kept me honest and on track.
:cry: :cry: I fell off the wagon last month and can't seem to get back on track :cry: :cry: I know it's my own fault :evil: :evil: but I cannot seem to get motivated at all :roll: :roll: I am in a total rut :!: :!: :!:
Sometimes you have to fight for that motivation. I just think about waking up the next day, and knowing I was on track. Every day brings a new opportunity
Terri's right. Everyday is a new chance to get back on track with this. We all slip up and back slide but if we can manage not to do it too often than it's all good. I know you can motivate yourself, Denise. Try getting out your favorite summer outfit you have that just doesn't fit quite right and leave it hanging on your door or somewhere you can see it everyday. Or take a picture of it and put that picture on your fridge door. I can personally tell you that works wonders for me!
