Weight Loss Group

[joygasm]

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Originally Posted by nubletta Hmm.. I'm not much of a fan of solid green tea though. Not sure why. I alwqys have to add either splenda or honey since I dont like the taste of it on its own... I wanna try some of the teas from teavana, looks like they make good teas and flavors. ANYWHOOO, back on topic, I'm rambling. I actually tried to see if I can clean my belly by using exlax. That was fail. Nothing even happened and it was like any other day. >.>" Ima ask my mom if she has anything for colon cleansing though.

My cousin works at vitamin shoppe and he suggested to me psyllium husk.

I still haven't tried it though.

 

[Nicala]

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Originally Posted by joygasm My cousin works at vitamin shoppe and he suggested to me psyllium husk. I still haven't tried it though.

Ooh. I've never heard of psyllium husk before. What is it? ;o

 

[Ruby_Woo]

My mother went to this natural medicine place and bought something called "Smart Cleanse" it helps cleanse the colon, kidneys and all that good stuff. Makes you go to the bathroom like crazy though, but she lost weight on it, because it helps regulate your digestive system.

 

[joygasm]

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Originally Posted by nubletta Ooh. I've never heard of psyllium husk before. What is it? ;o

It's a colon cleanse. Like a natural herb one. There are different kinds though.

 

[Nicala]

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Originally Posted by Ruby_Woo My mother went to this natural medicine place and bought something called "Smart Cleanse" it helps cleanse the colon, kidneys and all that good stuff. Makes you go to the bathroom like crazy though, but she lost weight on it, because it helps regulate your digestive system.

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Originally Posted by joygasm It's a colon cleanse. Like a natural herb one. There are different kinds though.

Hmm.. I need to check both of thse out next time I go to GNC or something. Thanks both of you

 

[mz hanan]

ohhhh u have a soft spot fo bread... i love hoot toast with butter & jam!!

 

[starraffy]

Do you consider juicing or drinking fruit juice and vegetables to detox and lose weight?

 

[gexton71]

I am overweight, I guess you could say CHUBBY, I have tried all sorts of diets, even the cabbage soup one, but I have no will power. Now I really want to do something to lose these extra pounds. I am not at all happy with my body, I would really like to wear all those nice clothes, which for some reason they make only in very small sizes. Has anyone had luck with a good diet.

 

[starraffy]

I am overweight, I guess you could say CHUBBY, I have tried all sorts of diets, even the cabbage soup one, but I have no will power. Now I really want to do something to lose these extra pounds. I am not at all happy with my body, I would really like to wear all those nice clothes, which for some reason they make only in very small sizes. Has anyone had luck with a gooTh

This may help you as juicing proves to help lose weight. If you juice for a day or two you probably wont lose a whole lot of weight. Some people juice as long as 60 days or more. Try this for a start.

Slim-Down Treat Recipe

5 carrots
1 apple
1/2 cucumber
1/2 beet
1 rib celery

Run the vegetables through your juicer in any sequence you wish.
Add a touch of fresh ginger, if you prefer a juice with more bite.

 

[Paint&Ink Chick]

Is the group still going? If so I'd like to join in, I've hit a bad spot since starting back to school lol

 

[susanstewart]

There is nothing to worry,this thread is really good and lot of exercise tips and related information is available for those who want to lose their weight.

 

[DarylandCarole]

I wondered the same thing? I'd like to join if anyone is still in this group.

 

[Paint&Ink Chick]

I wondered the same thing? I'd like to join if anyone is still in this group.

It's me & you home girl lol. We can join & support each other with whoever is still in the group. I've gained 20 & need to get back on track...like ASAP!

 

[DarylandCarole]

Maybe if we post a few others will see it. I went to the gym on my birthday, bion that's what I really wanted to do. But I was so frustrated because I'm having so many problems with my left leg. I haven't done the elliptical much for months, which I hate because that's where I can burn the most calories. Up until a few years ago I always had thin arms that I actually got compliments on. My flabby arms make me feel old! I also tried doing a machine to strengthen my quads. I was surprised how little weight I could lift, esp on my left leg. I could only lift 10 lbs with it and I couldn't straighten my knee because it hurt too much. This frustrates me, I wonder how I'm going to lose weight if I can't exercise? Do you exercise?

 

[mango13]

Do you exercise?

Have you tried yoga? Since I have bad knees I can't run much without getting aggravating pain, but yoga, lifting light weights and doing squats with a kettle bell have really helped me.

 

[DarylandCarole]

I love yoga and I do some on my own. I want to get back into classes but I doubt I could right now. My left knee doesn't bend very well and the muscles in that leg don't seem to be stretching much, either. Hopefully I'll get an MRI in a few weeks and will know the problem. I had back surgery in 2006 and got back to yoga after that, so crossing my fingers!

 

[mango13]

I hope everything goes well for you with the MRI and it's nothing series. What about swimming?

 

[Paint&Ink Chick]

I've also done Yoga & luv it. I did work out, but haven't lately since I've had my stomach pains (remember I had yesterday a few months back) well last Tuesday I had surgery again, so I'm now trying to heal. But I definitely want to start back working out. Also last time I got frustrated, I was working so hard & no progress. Versus before when I walked, watched what I ate & just cut my yard lol, I lost a lot then. But your right, if we update the thread maybe others will join us. I think incentives, like makeup & other big buys are a great motivator.

 

[DarylandCarole]

I've also done Yoga & luv it. I did work out, but haven't lately since I've had my stomach pains (remember I had yesterday a few months back) well last Tuesday I had surgery again, so I'm now trying to heal. But I definitely want to start back working out. Also last time I got frustrated, I was working so hard & no progress. Versus before when I walked, watched what I ate & just cut my yard lol, I lost a lot then. But your right, if we update the thread maybe others will join us. I think incentives, like makeup & other big buys are a great motivator.

I hope everything is okay after this 2nd surgery. Sounds like you're going to have to rest and heal for awhile, though. I might be there with you. I went to the gym again Sunday, and I did a good workout with a lot of stretching. I thought that would help but it seemed to make things worse. I've been in a lot of pain ever since then. My back is killing me in addition to the leg and knee problems. I have to take more pain meds than usual. I don't know what to do now! Thank God my Dr. Appt is next week. I've had the same experience as you with working out, though. Did it 2-3 times a week for a few years and never lost anything. Having spinal surgery made me lose 15 lbs but it slowly came back. When I moved cross-country and couldn't find a job I lost around 30 lbs. that was nice but I wouldn't want to go through that stress again. I'm hoping that we'll both get better and be able to exercise again. I need to do something before winter, because I tend to hibernate then. When it's bitter cold I just want to curl up inside and be on the computer or watch TV.