New and some questions

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Hi there. I'm new too! I too am a stay at home mom. After 15 years

at my bank, I " retired " to stay home with my 3 year old. That is

when my weight ballooned back up to 230 due to depression and

boredom. But, I am making progress with the BFL program. As far as

the Coke question, I absolutely love good old Coca Cola Classic.

The only day I drink one is on the Free day. If you haven't read

the book yet, I guess you don't know about the free day. You are

supposed to do the program 6 days a week and forget about it on the

seventh day. I believe this is what helps everybody stick with it.

Plus, it boosts your metabolism. But as far as drinking goes, you

have to drink at least 8 glasses of water a day, as with most

diet/health programs. I absolutely hate water, but I am devoted to

the program so I make myself drink it. I used to drink about 10-12

ounces of liquid a day, and it was then only sweet tea or coke. I

just don't find that I wanted much to drink. But now, after

drinking all the water I am supposed too, I find that I don't have

time for any other drinks and don't want anything else either! But

do get the book. It is so inspiring! And the before/after pics of

the people who did the challenge are awesome! I hope to be in that

group soon!

> Hi Everyone....

> I'm new too, seems like theres been 10 new ppl since I just joined

> yesterday.

>

> I'm a 31yo sahm, work at home mom (I own 4 businesses, raising 2

kids,

> cleaning a 150 yo house... oh.. and a husband . I am an artist

and web

> designer.

>

> I've not started the challenge yet, but decided that this is what i

was

> going to try. I've lost 65 pounds through weight watchers and have

been on

> a plateau for nearly a year. I love the WW program but it doesn't

focus

> enough on fitness and is getting expensive ($11 a week... one week

would pay

> for the book). I " m not interested in being 125 # and have a bunch

of flabby

> skin! I'd rather be fat! LOL

>

> Anyway, I don't have the book yet (buying it on amazon today). But

I had a

> couple questions.

> First, I'd like to measure my body fat, but don't want to go to the

Dr (and

> can't afford to join a gym). Does anyone use the accu-measure

calipers

> listed on ebay? How accurate are they? and how often do you measure

your

> body fat?

>

> Next, how does address coke drinkers? I drink diet coke

....

> approximately 1 a day. I used to drink up to 3 a day. My new years

> resolution was to quit drinking pop by the end of the year (

*pout*.. I LOVE

> diet coke). Like I said, I'm now down to one a day, but yesterday I

had

> none and today I've only had 1/2 a can.

>

> I'm really looking forward to getting the book and improving my

wellness and

> body! I already lift every other day and walk hard every day, so

I'm not a

> *complete* newbie

>

> I also wanted to add that so far what I've seen on this group is

great.

> You're all so very nice and helpful to everyone and I find that

inspiring!

> In the past 's name either generates love and admiration or

pure hate

> so thats what's been putting me off for a year, I didn't know what

to

> believe! I'm a little more confident now!

>

> Thanks

> Lana

>

>

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Hi ,

I have been taking lexapro for about 6 weeks (not long, I know), but I've

read the Omega 3 Fish Oils can help combat weight gain. I've lost 50 pounds

too so I understand your worry. So far I've kept up my exercising about 5

days a week and watch food intake 70% of the time and am taking Vitamin B,

Omega Fish Oil and Chromium Picolinate (suppose to help metabolize fat) and

have been maintaining my weight.

>My Doc just prescribed Lexapro for me for depression and GAD. I have

>fought for close to 7 years to not go on an anti depressant, but the

>xanax just wasn't working and after 3 weeks of not being able to get

>out of bed, I decided it was time for some help.

>

>I had gastric bypass surgery 2 years ago and have lost over 100 lbs so

>I am really concerned about weight gain as a side effect though I have

>also read that weigh loss can be a side effect as well (a little

>contradictory). Can some long term users give me some honest feed back

>as to if there weight gain or loss and is there a way to maintain the

>weight effect. I know about diet, excersie, etc but is there something

>within the drug that will cause this?

>

>Any input would be welcome.

>

>Thanks,

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hi !

I just joined today. My gastric bypass was 2 years ago, and I have

lost about 140 pounds. My doctor said I could not take Paxil, because

it is time released (we cant absorb that), and that it makes you gain

weight. But that Lexapro would be ok.

I know others here have said they are gaining on Lexapro, and that

concerns me too. But I have to admit, I am not grazing and snacking

when I am feeling calm and relaxed. When Im not stressing out and

anxious, I dont feel the urge to snack. I hope I can keep that up. But

right now, thats how its working out for me.

I do a protein shake for breakfast, and take my Lexapro with that.

Then during the day, I have almost no appetite. I drink decaff tea,

crackers and deli meats. As you know, it doesnt take me much to feel

full. Or I have a little soup. Then I feel hungry again by dinner, and

I just do a protein-dense food. Like chicken, or fish, or tofu, etc.

With a side of veggies. Tonight I had a piece of catfish I baked in a

little olive oil, lime, and cilantro, and a side of broccoli and

cauliflower with ginger sprinkled on top. Im stuffed. Now Im sipping

tea again. (remember, decaff only). I also take protonix to make sure

that my little stomach stays protected.

I have only been on Lexapro for a week, but it has actually DECREASED

MY appetite emmensely. My therapist thinks its because Im a stress

eater, and Im feeling less stress on the drug now. Keep in touch with

me and let me know how youre feeling and doing. We can look out for

each other.

Lenore

> My Doc just prescribed Lexapro for me for depression and GAD. I have

> fought for close to 7 years to not go on an anti depressant, but the

> xanax just wasn't working and after 3 weeks of not being able to get

> out of bed, I decided it was time for some help.

>

> I had gastric bypass surgery 2 years ago and have lost over 100 lbs so

> I am really concerned about weight gain as a side effect though I have

> also read that weigh loss can be a side effect as well (a little

> contradictory). Can some long term users give me some honest feed back

> as to if there weight gain or loss and is there a way to maintain the

> weight effect. I know about diet, excersie, etc but is there something

> within the drug that will cause this?

>

> Any input would be welcome.

>

> Thanks,

>

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congrats on ur weight loss... !!! that is amazing.... hugs... im wondering.. i

take fish oil too... do any of you experience that nasty fishy after taste it

leaves couple of hours later?? and if so do u know anything that will combat

that?? lol... from fish breathe.. hahaha

" some mornings it doesnt seem worth it to gnaw through the leather straps " emo

philips

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selfish concerns; skeptical of the motives of others:

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I get that fish taste in my mouth. A soda gets rid of it. Yeah - sodas are

healthy, lol.

>congrats on ur weight loss... !!! that is amazing.... hugs... im

>wondering.. i take fish oil too... do any of you experience that nasty

>fishy after taste it leaves couple of hours later?? and if so do u know

>anything that will combat that?? lol... from fish breathe.. hahaha

>

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> " some mornings it doesnt seem worth it to gnaw through the leather straps "

>emo philips

>(cynical=Roni)

> Believing or showing the belief that people are motivated chiefly by

>base or selfish concerns; skeptical of the motives of others:

> Negative or pessimistic, as from world-weariness

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lol... i have really fell in love with diet coke with lime..and i hate diet..

but for some reason i love it..

" some mornings it doesnt seem worth it to gnaw through the leather straps " emo

philips

(cynical=Roni)

Believing or showing the belief that people are motivated chiefly by base or

selfish concerns; skeptical of the motives of others:

Negative or pessimistic, as from world-weariness

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Aah, the lovely fishy repeat! I tried several brands of fish oil and had to give

them up because the fishy aftertaste was really making me feel sick to my

stomach. But someone on another website mentioned a brand that has lemon oil

added to the capsules to prevent the gross fish taste. I ordered them and they

work wonderfully. I sometimes end up taking 3 capsules at one time and even

with that heavy dosage, I have never detected the fishy aftertaste. I buy mine

from Vitacost but they are probably available other places.

http://www.vitacost.com/NordicNaturalsEPA1000mgofFishOilConcentrate/searchby-PN/\

searchtext-fish%20oil<http://www.vitacost.com/NordicNaturalsEPA1000mgofFishOilCo\

ncentrate/searchby-PN/searchtext-fish%20oil>

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I get that fish taste in my mouth. A soda gets rid of it. Yeah - sodas are

healthy, lol.

>congrats on ur weight loss... !!! that is amazing.... hugs... im

>wondering.. i take fish oil too... do any of you experience that nasty

>fishy after taste it leaves couple of hours later?? and if so do u know

>anything that will combat that?? lol... from fish breathe.. hahaha

>

>

> " some mornings it doesnt seem worth it to gnaw through the leather straps "

>emo philips

>(cynical=Roni)

> Believing or showing the belief that people are motivated chiefly by

>base or selfish concerns; skeptical of the motives of others:

> Negative or pessimistic, as from world-weariness

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[Guest guest]

Mmm...for some reason, the link to Vitacost didn't work. Anyway, the fish oil

with added lemon oil flavor is Nordic Naturals EPA. Hope that helps someone; I

was relieved to finally find one that my weak stomach could handle.

Re: Re: New and some questions

Aah, the lovely fishy repeat! I tried several brands of fish oil and had to

give them up because the fishy aftertaste was really making me feel sick to my

stomach. But someone on another website mentioned a brand that has lemon oil

added to the capsules to prevent the gross fish taste. I ordered them and they

work wonderfully. I sometimes end up taking 3 capsules at one time and even

with that heavy dosage, I have never detected the fishy aftertaste. I buy mine

from Vitacost but they are probably available other places.

http://www.vitacost.com/NordicNaturalsEPA1000mgofFishOilConcentrate/searchby-PN/\

searchtext-fish%20oil<http://www.vitacost.com/NordicNaturalsEPA1000mgofFishOilCo\

ncentrate/searchby-PN/searchtext-fish%20oil<http://www.vitacost.com/NordicNatura\

lsEPA1000mgofFishOilConcentrate/searchby-PN/searchtext-fish%20oil<http://www.vit\

acost.com/NordicNaturalsEPA1000mgofFishOilConcentrate/searchby-PN/searchtext-fis\

h%20oil>>

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Hi,

I'm new and I've been reading the messages for a few weeks now. I find

all of conversations really informational. My daughter was diagnosed

with a rare seizure disorder (infantile spasms) at the age of 7 mos.

After a very rigourous bout of steroids she's gained some level of

seizure control. She's globally delayed, but I've been told by her PT

that for her disorder she doing well, God willing.

Currently she is 14 months and she is enrolled in EI. There aren't

giving us ST yet but I'm trying to prepare for it now.

I'm very interested in vitamin and mineral supplements for my

daughter. I've read lots of studies on zinc especially being useful to

her neurological conditions but it awfully hard to get her neuro to

give it any credit.

For a 14 month, would I need to get a special prescription for the

supplements? And if anyone has a list of all the supplementsthat are

useful for adding speech, I'd appreciate it as well.

Thanks,

am