Archive for November, 2009

What’s the best diet you tried that yielded you the greatest results and didn’t make you crazy?

Monday, November 16th, 2009

melita asked: I need to lose some weight– about 40-50 pounds. I am intelligent and know that decreasing caloric intake and increasing my activity level will do that, but its so hard to stick to a diet when everyone else in the family isn’t dieting.
Any tricks or tips that I’m not aware of? Or do [...]

when can you really start dieting and exercising after c section?

Sunday, November 15th, 2009

momof3 asked: had my 3rd c section 3 weeks ago. when can i start dieting and exercising?

What are the best dieting foods to eat during the course of a day?

Saturday, November 14th, 2009

Lavender Queen Liz!!! (Official Page) asked: I am currently dieting and it’s working, plus I am in the gym again. I am not fat just gettitng a little loose, I used to play soccer and do step aeorbics in high school, yet I am not happy about my current look. I know dieting foods, [...]

What are good vitamins to take while dieting?

Saturday, November 14th, 2009

M asked: I’m currently on a diet and working out 3-4 days a week in hopes to lose about 15-20lbs. I was wondering if anyone new of any certain vitamins that could help me reach my goals or just help in general while dieting. Thanks!

Kashi Honey Sunshine

Saturday, November 14th, 2009

I was stressed out today and hungry after lunch, so I sat here at my computer and pigged out on Kashi Honey Sunshine cereal. That stuff tastes just like Cap’n Crunch, except it’s allegedly healthier. I dunno, is “organic evaporated cane juice” really any better than “high fructose corn syrup”? …

Asparagus Frittata w/ Egg Beaters

Saturday, November 14th, 2009

I made this great recipe tonight called Asparagus Frittata. It’s made with egg beaters, and not much cheese, so it’s pretty low fat, high protein. It was delicious. I happened to have some asparagus leftover from last night. You could make it with brocolli instead, just whatever. Just thought I’d …

Mammogram story (kinda funny)

Saturday, November 14th, 2009

I had a routine mammogram today. The nurse came back after viewing my slides and aksed me if I’ve lost weight since my last one 18 months ago. I thought about it and said, yes, I probably did. 18 months ago was when I had a high stress job and …

Acne and Sugar??

Saturday, November 14th, 2009

It’s the holidays again – UGH!   It’s so hard to resist all those tempting sweet treats.  I didn’t do so well this year and am afraid to step on the scale.   AND – my acne has really flared up. I have had mild acne my entire adult life (I am …

We Need Candy Like a Hole in the Head

Saturday, November 14th, 2009

Here is a funny story:  I was in the grocery store look at bagged candy.   It’s my hubby’s b-day tomorrow, and I always sprinkle candy around the table for us to enjoy as we celebrate.   I usually buy a big bag of kisses or mini peanut butter cups.    As I …

Post Holiday Weigh-in

Saturday, November 14th, 2009

Another post holiday weigh in and it wasn’t too bad! Yay!   I did do a fair amount of pigging out this Christmas.  Not too bad, but enough to make me feel bloated and break out with bad zits.  Meh.   I have been afraid to weigh myself for 2 weeks. Before weighing …